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Despite denials by Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel Katz, Israel's Deputy Ambassador to the UN already declared yesterday that September 1st is the target date. The security establishment has begun infrastructure work on the ground and approval of transit routes. The move is being promoted under American pressure and pressure from the Peace Council.

Security officials warn of NATO countries' vulnerability to a Russian attack. The shortage stems from the conflict with Iran. The fear: NATO will face a situation similar to Ukraine's and will be forced to absorb blows from Russia.

The State Attorney's Office is awaiting a Mossad opinion to determine if the 'Qatargate' affair poses a risk to national security. Mossad Director Roman Gofman has recused himself from the case due to personal ties with the individuals involved, appointing another official to oversee the matter.

The move comes as the US administration increases pressure to advance to the next phase in the Gaza Strip, while Israel insists on the disarmament of Hamas.

The Chief of Staff warned that the budget shortage is already harming IDF readiness. The army claims that 40 billion shekels promised to the defense establishment have not been transferred, and warns: without a solution by September 10, training and ammunition procurement will be affected. Simultaneously, a dispute has erupted over the retirement terms of the former Military Advocate General.

A decades-long investigation has come to an end with the recovery of the remains of the last missing soldier from the Battle of Sultan Yacoub in 1982. Behind the scenes, great efforts were made to complete the puzzle and try to obtain every piece of information that would help bring the late Yehuda Katz to burial. The tank that stood at the center of the investigation - and the dramatic operations...

Fighters of the Rotem Battalion refused to carry out a patrol in a Namer APC due to the presence of a female paramedic in the vehicle. The IDF Spokesperson's Unit stated that the incident is under investigation and command measures will be taken.

Turkey is accelerating the construction of its navy and promoting the "Blue Homeland" doctrine, under which it claims rights in vast maritime areas. Ankara is building dozens of vessels and seeks to reduce its dependence on foreign countries. A former Israeli Navy commander warns: "Israel must look at this threat."

The President met with family members at the President's Residence and updated them on the cooperation between the police and the Israel Security Agency. "Haymanot is a child of the entire nation of Israel," said Herzog. The missing girl's father: "We demand intervention as soon as possible, we fear discrimination."

Against the backdrop of the return of "kite terror" from the Strip, Eyal Zamir clarified that Israel remains committed to the demilitarization of Gaza and the dismantling of Hamas.

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 US received intelligence that Hamas plans to evade disarmament. Kushner warned Khalil al-Hayya that if they attempt to cheat, the process will halt and Israel will be free to act. Hamas has committed to implementing all 20 points of the plan, including demilitarization.

A senior Iranian military official claims the pilots are being held in unsuitable conditions on the water. Tehran has called on the Red Cross to send an air ambulance to Qatar for their evacuation.

The designated area is located northwest of Rafah, beyond the original yellow line. The IDF has secured and cleared this territory in recent weeks in preparation for the potential entry of forces.

The prolonged war has highlighted Israel's dependence on munitions arriving from the USA - and now the defense establishment is preparing to significantly expand local production. GPS systems that turn regular bombs into precision ones, munitions that identify the target using a camera, and missiles launched from a great distance: these are the main smart munitions used by the Air Force - and this...

The Israeli security establishment is monitoring with concern the strengthening of the Turkish presence in the eastern Mediterranean. Recent incidents have seen Turkish Navy ships approach Israeli vessels in international waters to demonstrate their presence. The commander of the Turkish Navy recently visited Syria for meetings with local military officials.

Israel is sharpening its messaging toward Turkey against the backdrop of recent developments in Syria. Defense Minister Israel Katz warned the Turkish leader against testing Israel's resolve to defend its borders.

The dispute: Benjamin Netanyahu approved a budget of 40 billion shekels, but the Ministry of Finance refuses to transfer it. The Ministry of Defense warns: we are losing a precious year of procurement.

The IDF Spokesperson has released findings from the General Staff's investigative mechanism regarding incidents involving humanitarian aid workers and civilians. These investigations aim to ensure compliance with international and Israeli law.

A security source who spoke with N12 outlined the Iranian moves: they are focusing on producing cheap and easy-to-operate missiles - and are not afraid of entering another conflict. "Iran will try to disrupt the blockade on it - and it may move to a stage of opening fire," he said.

Israel has imposed a total ban on all defense exports to Qatar. The decision affects not only future deals but also contracts signed years ago. According to foreign reports, defense exports to Qatar are estimated at hundreds of millions of dollars.

The Southern District Attorney's Office has indicted 20-year-old Abdallah Gargawi from Segev Shalom for planning a terror attack in Be'er Sheva. The suspect intended to detonate a car bomb at the Forum club.

A finding has been brought to Israel and is currently being examined; it is assessed to belong to the late Yehuda Katz, the last missing soldier from the battle during the First Lebanon War.

The incident occurred this morning near the northern town. Medical teams provided treatment to the victims, and two were evacuated by helicopter to the hospital. Police sappers are investigating, with suspicions that the item was a remnant of a cluster munition.

According to new guidelines, Hamas may attack IDF forces in an attempt to claim that the army violated agreed-upon rules. The military has begun documenting Hamas violations and reporting them to the U.S.

In Huntsville, industry giants presented plans to lower the cost of interceptors after the war with Iran depleted about two-thirds of the Patriot inventory. Lockheed is offering the ACE for around $2 million, and Boeing is cutting the cost of the seeker head.

Dr. Khalil Shikaki has published a new survey showing that Hamas has lost significant public support. Marwan Barghouti emerges as the leading candidate for president with 39%. However, 72% of Palestinians oppose disarming Hamas before a full IDF withdrawal from the Gaza Strip.

A week after they disappeared, Meli Yaalomi and her daughter Liel were located in South America, where they had fled in recent days. In response to the ceasefire violation: the IDF attacked Hezbollah infrastructure, at least 7 killed. Trump threatened to declare the Strait of Hormuz as US territory, Iran mocked. Surprising rain in the middle of August: thunderstorms and fear of floods in the east.

The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) proposed months ago to redistribute responsibilities between the IDF and the police. In a document presented by Major General Yoram Halevy, it is argued that the IDF lacks a professional advantage in civil law enforcement tasks. The proposal: a new police force, with its own staff and budget, to reduce the burden on regular and...

The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) is discussing the possibility of providing security for 'Yashar' party chairman Gadi Eisenkot. The move is being examined due to the election campaign and the increase in threats against senior Israeli officials.

The IDF will examine why it took two days to evacuate the outpost and why forces were sent that did not evacuate it. Additionally, the decision to ask Palestinian families to leave their homes will be reviewed.

Surveillance soldiers from two sectors report that Hamas terrorists are testing IDF responses, while authorizations to fire at threats on the "yellow line" are delayed by senior command.

The hidden strategy of the US President, the 15-point plan in Gaza, and the agreement to which Israel is barely a party. How Israel outsourced its security policy — how it works, and what should be done? Major General (res.) Tamir Hayman in a special commentary column.

A few days before the Peace Council announced the historic agreement with Hamas, the commander of the Northern Brigade in Gaza spoke in a closed conversation with members of Kibbutz Mefalsim. The senior officer explains why the yellow line is critical for security and warns against returning to the situation of October 6.

Following the report and subsequent public outcry, the circumstances leading to the controversial decision not to respond to an infiltration threat on the 'yellow line' are becoming clearer. Soldiers observed 50 Hamas terrorists 'training' and suspected a raid. Commanders did not identify a 'specific threat' and ordered them to wait. The IDF clarifies that no unusual gathering was confirmed.

In recent days, the security establishment has warned about the strengthening of the terrorist organization. Data regarding Hamas's civil control in the Gaza Strip shows that most government ministries and municipalities within the 'yellow line' have returned to full operation. Hamas is collecting taxes, controlling markets, and conducting smuggling to fortify its rule.

The Yisrael Beiteinu chairman addressed the unusual incident in Gaza reported on the "Main Edition" which ended without an IDF response in real-time. Liberman attacked the government for not allowing the IDF to act: "This is a surrender to terror."

Nickolay Mladenov, CEO of the Peace Council, published a post in Hebrew for the first time, categorically denying claims of a financial agreement with Hamas. He clarified that the organization will not have access to funds or a role in governing Gaza and confirmed that a violation monitoring mechanism is now operational.

The IDF identified terrorists preparing to cross the 'yellow line' but decided against an attack, citing a lack of specific threat. Soldiers on the ground expressed frustration, claiming their hands are tied. The report is published with the approval of the Military Censor.

It has become known to N12 that the implementation of the Peace Council plan and the entry of the force will not begin before October. It is possible that the multinational force will enter only after the elections. The UAE is promoting the establishment of a new neighborhood in eastern Rafah.