Security

The ties between Israeli defense industries and the Ministry of Defense in Athens are tightening. Greece is expected to complete in October the certification of Rafael's Spike NLOS missiles for launch from Apache helicopters. The helicopters' electronic systems are being upgraded by Elbit.

The IDF and the Shin Bet destroyed five weapons depots and a launch site belonging to Hamas during strikes in the Gaza Strip on Monday. The facilities, which stored rockets and explosives, were located inside mosques and near humanitarian infrastructure.

In a discussion held by senior IDF officials with the political echelon, a worrying picture was presented: Hamas views the October 7 massacre as an achievement, not a catastrophe. Alongside this, Israel is concerned about the line led by Khalil al-Hayya — radical Islamism alongside the continuation of "resistance" — and the attempt to promote terror infrastructure around the world.

Dozens of protesters, including residents of the Gaza envelope, demonstrated at the Kerem Shalom crossing also against the entry of international forces into the Strip and the start of its rehabilitation before Hamas is disarmed: "There is no chance that Hamas will continue to rule Gaza." Gilad Erdan asked to speak - and was refused.

Dozens of Israelis from the Tzav 9 and Gaza Envelope Israel organizations blocked aid trucks from entering the Gaza Strip. Protesters are demanding the full destruction of Hamas and opposing aid deliveries that they claim strengthen the terrorist organization.

Activists demonstrated demanding an end to security threats and the prevention of Hamas's buildup. During his speech, Gilad Erdan was confronted by participants who accused him of using the event for political purposes.

The question of Gadi Eisenkot's security does not leave the public agenda. The discussion focuses on the head of the Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, but the authority lies with another body. 'Hamashrokite' explains.

IDF observers identified two suspects crossing the eastern border in the Jordan Valley. Large forces, including aircraft, have been deployed to the area to locate the suspects. The IDF has closed the zone. It is suspected to be a smuggling attempt of weapons or drugs.

The Chief of Staff and the Central Command Chief warned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz that nationalist crime in Judea and Samaria is on the verge of an explosion. The IDF is concerned about the significant echo these events are receiving in the USA and the resulting American pressure, which has led to a slowdown in the establishment of farms in the area.

Tomer Moskowitz, former Director General of the Population and Immigration Authority, described in a podcast the organized mechanism that allows illegal migrants from Georgia to enter Israel. Through cooperation with airport workers, airline uniforms waiting in restrooms, and a duplicated ID badge of an Israir employee, the migrants slip out. Despite the details, Moskowitz reassured that this is...

A prosecution witness testified that Yuval Castleman communicated with the medical team via body language and that the jacket found in the ambulance does not match the one he wore during the attack. Frige's defense team is calling for a case review, arguing that this testimony undermines the prosecution's central claims.

The United States is increasing pressure on the leadership of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The US State Department's "Rewards for Justice" program has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information on senior officials within the organization and its branches.

IDF documentation soldiers took part in two aid missions - to Colombia and Venezuela, following powerful earthquakes. Sergeant H., who documented the rescue operations: "The goal was to document the forces, but what caught me was the residents."

Israel struck in Syria to prevent a Turkish foothold and to prevent the deployment of "things that must not be there," according to a senior Israeli official. He further noted that while Jerusalem acts against Damascus on a diplomatic level, it does not hesitate to use military force when necessary: "A policy inspired by the US President, who talks to everyone - and fights everyone."

The brigade's forces operated over the last three months in the Strip on a mission to defend and clear the 'yellow line' area of terrorist infrastructure. The forces destroyed underground tunnels and located weapons used by Hamas. Against the backdrop of the transfer of forces to Judea and Samaria, Netanyahu conducted a situation assessment amid rising tensions in the region.

Hamam Hazem, brother of terrorist Raad Hazem and son of Fathi Hazem, was arrested in Jenin for planning an attack against Israeli civilians and security forces.

The IDF and the Shin Bet announced the destruction of two Hamas weapons depots in the Shati and Deir al-Balah areas of the Gaza Strip. The caches contained dozens of Kalashnikov-style rifles, magazines, and other military equipment.

Against the backdrop of the security debate surrounding Gadi Eisenkot, the Prime Minister revealed a detail that had been under a gag order for months. "Iran targeted one of my sons and tried to murder him; this security is not a luxury. Without it, they will succeed," he said in an interview with Channel 14.

MK Zvi Sukkot arrived at the scene of the incident in western Binyamin, where Palestinian police officers detained a reservist and seized his weapon. Sukkot demanded the arrest of those involved and the establishment of a secure route between the Dolev-Talmonim bloc and Highway 443.

The Yemeni terrorist organization claims it launched a ballistic missile at the ship "Amazon" off the coast of Yanbu. The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia confirmed the hit and announced that the crew members were unharmed. Simultaneously, reports were received of an attack on weapons convoys and pro-Saudi forces in northern Yemen.

Chinese fighter jets conducted interception training against the Egyptian Air Force's French Rafale jets as part of a joint exercise held for the second year. For Beijing, this is a rare opportunity to test its capabilities against a Western platform. In Cairo, the move signals further rapprochement with the United States' great rival.

A video circulated on social media shows a tense moment during the Prime Minister's convoy's journey, as a security guard emerged from a moving SUV with a weapon. The Shin Bet issued an official response regarding the incident.

Drugs were concealed in packages of canned peppers arriving in the Gaza Strip as part of humanitarian aid shipments and were discovered in World Central Kitchen facilities. COGAT condemned the smuggling, stating that the incident highlights Hamas's exploitation of aid mechanisms.

Against the backdrop of concerns over Ankara's deepening foothold in Syria, the IDF clarifies that no Turkish forces have been identified near the border so far, but they are preparing for explosive devices and continuing to raid villages. At the same time, the army and police are changing their handling of the "Bashan rioters" who cross the border and are diverting forces. A status report from...

In the US, the issue of offensive space is at the top of Washington's priority list, and in Israel, too, there are those who aspire for the country to be a "leading country in the field of offensive space." Who is threatened by a nuclear warhead in space, and why does China scare the US more than Russia?

In one of the testimonies in the report, a former high-ranking security official claims that Benjamin Netanyahu received several warnings about October 7th but took no action. Another official argued that even if Netanyahu's decision to invest in Iran was legitimate, the minimum requirement is to explain and justify it before a state commission of inquiry.

Almost three years after the October 7 massacre, the "October Council" organization has published a dramatic warning report. It highlights the return of a failed security concept, the rehabilitation of Hamas's capabilities, and a culture of silencing observers who report on emerging threats.

Almost 3 years after the massacre, a report by the 'October Council' presents new testimonies and documents about the return to the mechanism that preceded the disaster. 'Whoever sees danger and is afraid to speak, it is a security failure in itself,' the report noted. A fighter in the Gaza sector also warned of a shortage of forces: 'We are at minimal staffing, and we are searching desperately...

Lebanese sources indicate that the lack of a verification mechanism is delaying the expansion of pilot zones for IDF withdrawal. Lebanese Army Commander Rudolph Hikal is in Rome to discuss the mechanism, international force composition, and the future of UNIFIL.

President Isaac Herzog and his wife Michal inaugurated the "Bina ba-Lev" center in Kibbutz Nir Oz. Addressing the recent launch of kites from Gaza, the President emphasized that the security of border residents must be the cornerstone of any future arrangement.

The new Syria under the rule of al-Jolani is proving to be far from a country that fell like a ripe fruit into Israel's hands. Recent weeks reveal a Syria that is fighting for its status, positioning, and independent demands, which do not align with Israel's interests.

The spokesperson for the terrorist organization, Hossein Mohebbi, said in an interview with Iranian media that Washington is "unaware" of the Iranians' intelligence surveillance methods. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson: "We will not surrender to the aggressor's dictates to end the war"

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the fighters of the Air Force special units at the Palmachim base in the center of the country. To the reservists he said: "You are a central part of our capabilities, I salute you on behalf of all the people of Israel."

While in recent years the number of recruits to the police has been increasing, in the Arab sector the trend is the opposite. Data published by the Ministry of National Security and the Israel Police show that in the last four years, recruitment of Arabs, and especially Muslims, to the police has been almost non-existent.

The soldier was arrested last night on the Beitunia bypass road on his way to the Dolev-Talmonim bloc. The Binyamin Council criticized the Civil Administration: "Instead of blaming the PA police, they blame the Israeli." The IDF response will be provided when received.

Major A., a commander in the Duvdevan unit: "We are happy to take part - we are here always to protect the country and the sense of security of the residents, at any time and in any place we are needed."

The US Navy has unveiled the 'Malice' missile, an advanced weapon developed by Raytheon for unprecedented range. Designed for integration with the F-35, it is intended to counter Chinese air superiority.

Senior military officials from Uganda and Burundi visited Israel last week to discuss the possibility of deploying soldiers in the Gaza Strip as part of the planned international force, AP reported today (Monday).

Concerns are rising as weapons are transferred to the terrorist organization in Lebanon via the Syrian border, often slipping under the radar. A defense source stated that Hezbollah is exploiting the ceasefire to build up its strength. Israel views this as a primary reason to maintain freedom of action in Syria.

The Office of the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories reveals the situation in the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire began: more than 2 million tons of food, a 72% decrease in prices, and an increase of over 50% in hospital bed occupancy. "The volume of aid significantly exceeds the defined needs - Hamas is interfering with humanitarian activity."