Israel Hayom

Families from Los Angeles sent personal gifts to their sons and daughters serving in the IDF, and volunteers delivered them directly to bases in the north. "No soldier should feel alone."

A new study by the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), which examined the tenure of Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, determines: trust in him is high - but conditional. The trap: every decision, however professional, may be perceived as political. In the remainder of his term, the challenges will be maintaining the IDF as a state army, handling the manpower crisis, and the erosion of command...

Seven members of the cell were arrested during a security operation in Khan Arnabah, Quneitra. Among those detained is the cell commander, who previously operated in Damascus and Hauran and was linked to a senior ISIS operative eliminated in 2022.

The Americans are proposing to neutralize the weapons at the moment of handover, including by removing critical parts or melting them down completely. Israel demands that the weapons be removed from the Gaza Strip and handed over to a non-Arab entity. Simultaneously, the Peace Council is pushing to begin the process for fear that Hamas's agreement to surrender the weapons might be rescinded.

Three diplomatic sources familiar with the talks tell "HaYom" that an agreement is not close, and that the draft understandings between Oman and Iran do not meet the American demand for free movement in the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, Washington is promoting a strategic alternative: oil and gas pipelines that will bypass the strait and reduce dependence on it. Meanwhile, internal criticism...

IDF forces continue operations in southern Lebanon to neutralize threats. Over the past week, troops located and destroyed a Hezbollah underground shaft used for storing light weapons, anti-tank missiles, and RPG rockets.

Despite the war, about 300 young Jews from 34 countries will immigrate to Israel this summer as part of the "Tzofim Garin Tzabar" program to enlist in the IDF. Data indicate a sharp increase in participants from France, a jump in the number of religious youth, and an 85% retention rate in the country.

The two Russian bases in Hmeimim and Tartus in western Syria will be reorganized under a new agreement. The memorandum sets a three-month timeframe to transition these facilities into joint training centers.

This is according to a publication by the "Asharq" channel. The purpose of the trip is to assess the situation and discuss preparations for the deployment of international stabilization forces. Meanwhile, discussions are underway regarding temporary housing for hundreds of thousands of Gazans.

According to documents and official sources, the campaign against Hezbollah's funding sources is taking a heavy toll. Despite increased Iranian aid, the organization is struggling to cover its war expenses.

The classified procurement is intended to address an immediate operational need. 850 million shekels will be taken from the budget allocated for investments in the technology sector, and 150 million from unallocated funds. The legal counsel determined that despite the duty of restraint during the election period, there is no impediment to approving the move.

The Iranian news agency "Mehr" has published a video of Iran's leader Mojtaba Khamenei for the first time since he took office. The release comes amid reports of his serious health condition and prolonged public absence.

A political storm follows a "Hayom" exposé regarding the alleged transfer of classified information from the Prime Minister's office to Qatar. Yair Golan called it "treason against the State of Israel," while Gadi Eisenkot demanded a state commission of inquiry.

This morning, Minister of Transport and Security Cabinet member Miri Regev stated in an interview with Galei Tzahal that Gaza's reconstruction could begin in any demilitarized zone. The "Otef Israel" forum and the "Tzav 9" movement have launched a sharp attack, accusing the Prime Minister and Defense Minister of authorizing infrastructure work in eastern Rafah without public oversight.

According to the source, information about Egypt did not only come from Qatar to the PM's advisors and through them to Israeli journalists, but the axis was also reversed. Qatar allegedly received leaks from classified meetings and used them. The security establishment feared that the smears against Cairo would endanger the peace treaty. Srulik Einhorn and Yonatan Urich: "The claims are false."

The Washington Post reports that American ammunition stockpiles are running low. The Pentagon has ordered defense contractors to submit plans within 21 days to expand production capacity.

During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Aleksandar Vučić announced the inauguration of the military project. Previously, the president announced that an agreement had been signed with Elbit Systems and that the factory would be "one of the most serious drone production facilities in the world."

The booby-trapped drone in Germany proved that ranges and accuracy have broken the rules. To prevent the next failure, Israel must harness defense-tech, tighten relations with Ukraine, and build a new layer of defense.

After a long and grueling path, the first class of the special "Erez" program for training high-quality commanders for the Ground Forces concluded last Thursday. Among its graduates, Second Lieutenant Itay Yavetz, who fell in the battles in Rafah in October 2025, was sorely missed. The program commander: "I am full of pride and hope."

According to security assessments, about 400 Nukhba terrorists who participated in the massacre have not yet been eliminated or arrested. The promise to pursue the participants of the massacre to the last one is not a bargaining chip - but a moral obligation to the families of the murdered, the hostages, and the fallen.

A series of meetings between US Navy leadership and families of the "Abraham Lincoln" crew has revealed deep anger over poor conditions, supply shortages, and a lack of communication. Relatives expressed outrage over the prolonged mission and the political nature of the war against Iran.

An unmanned aerial vehicle that entered from the territory of Romania crashed near a gas pipeline at the Kardam border crossing. There were no casualties in the incident, but Sofia and Bucharest fear Russian escalation against the eastern flank of NATO.

The newspaper "Al-Akhbar" reports on a confrontation within the leadership of the Lebanese delegation to the negotiations. The military team opposed the political echelon's agreement to inspect 40% of the homes south of the Litani River and refused to discuss operational mechanisms with Israel. The US rejected the Lebanese military's demands, and Israel refused to approve additional withdrawal...

The emerging agreement between Tehran and Oman may restore shipping in the strait - but will grant Iran oversight and transit fees. Iran warned against "interference by third parties" - a clear hint at Washington - which rushed to offer a quid pro quo conditional on the implementation of the plan.

The kibbutz security coordinator reported a cut identified in the perimeter fence. IDF forces were scrambled to the scene and began extensive searches. At this stage, no suspects have been located and it is impossible to determine when the cut was made. A resident of the kibbutz: "My daughter cried and said - let them not come again."

After about six months of fighting, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Kane, warns of risks in the conflict with Iran and is looking for a way out of the war. Background: depletion of US weapons stockpiles and the threat to energy infrastructure in the Gulf.

Media outlets identified with the regime in Tehran published photos they claim show American and Israeli aircraft that were shot down. No response has yet been received from official American or Israeli sources. At the same time, Iran is advancing a bill that would restrict the movement of Israeli and American vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Against the backdrop of uncertainty on the Iranian and Lebanese fronts, the government is set to extend the special situation in the home front throughout the country until September 8. According to the draft resolution, security officials estimate there is still a "high probability" of an attack on Israel.

A stormy late-night cabinet discussion regarding the agreement to operate multinational forces in Gaza and the roadmap for demilitarization leading to a Palestinian state. Ministers demanded that Benjamin Netanyahu stop the move, Netanyahu committed to act. All details and quotes from the meeting.

Although agreements have not yet been officially signed, the IDF has tightened its policy of targeted killings in Gaza, and the Peace Council is advancing preparations for multinational forces. Simultaneously, pressure is mounting on Israel to expedite a partial troop withdrawal.

Alongside the emerging outline, hardline media outlets in Iran are disseminating messages rejecting the agreements reached between the sides. Simultaneously, Tehran is conducting separate negotiations with Oman regarding a regional shipping arrangement that includes the collection of fees—a demand the United States rejects outright.

Media outlets in the Islamic Republic reported that Mohsen Rezaee, advisor to the Supreme Leader, has been appointed Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. He is one of the Iranian generals who believe that maintaining a grip on the Strait of Hormuz is essential.

The Ugandan parliament approved the deployment of a military force as part of a peacekeeping mission in the Gaza Strip, following a personal request from Donald Trump to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni. "We excel at peacekeeping missions in Somalia and Congo, we will handle the mission," said a military spokesperson.

A source in Beirut said that the call by the secretary-general of the terrorist organization for dialogue with the Lebanese leadership went unanswered. According to the source, "Qassem will not find a single supporter for his campaigns against President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Najib Mikati. He is still clinging to his weapons and acting as if his support for Gaza and Iran did not lead to...

A mother and her son from Samaria accidentally drove into Jenin, where their car was surrounded and pelted with stones. They managed to escape to the Gilboa crossing unharmed.

Security sources in Baghdad told the Qatari newspaper 'Al-Araby Al-Jadeed' today that pro-Iranian militias have redeployed, evacuated headquarters, and moved to less visible sites. A number of senior officials were moved to alternative locations. The preparations come following US and Saudi strikes, and fears of their recurrence.

Major Harel Birnstock was killed by the explosion of a booby-trapped building in the village of Majdal Zoun in southern Lebanon, while a reserve force from the 55th Brigade was securing engineering works. His wife Elia: "I promise you that the children will grow up in a happy home, one of dancing and fun."

A senior Hamas security official has called on members of militias assisting Israel to eliminate their superiors. The terrorist organization is offering a "lifeline" and a path to repentance in exchange for the assassination of their leaders.

According to the newspaper "Nidaa al-Watan", Washington acted to reduce the scope of strikes in southern Lebanon. A Lebanese source said that the government in Beirut conducted contacts to curb the escalation, but Hezbollah did not cooperate.

Authorities intercepted a booby-trapped bus containing 420 kg of explosives, suspected to be intended for an attack on security forces in Cali during the inauguration of President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella. The plot is reportedly led by a commander of a breakaway FARC faction.