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The name of historian and writer Artem Kirpichenok, who went missing after arriving in Israel, has been linked to a high-profile security case. Russian media report that the indictment filed today for espionage-related activities refers to Kirpichenok, who has been out of contact since August 2.

Duvdevan unit fighters arrested five terrorists this morning in the Kabatiya area who were planning an attack against Israelis in a new settlement in northern Samaria. The operation was conducted under the command of the Menashe Brigade and directed by the Shin Bet.

The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment on Friday at the Central District Court against an Israeli citizen for security offenses, requesting detention until the end of proceedings. This legal action follows a complex joint investigation by the Shin Bet and the Israel Police, which uncovered suspicions of hostile activity against the state.

A terrorist from East Jerusalem attempted early this morning (Friday) to carry out an attack at Damascus Gate in the Old City of Jerusalem. He attempted to stab the fighters and was eliminated on the spot. A wounded person was evacuated from the scene to Shaare Zedek Hospital, with his condition defined as light.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that toppling the regime in Iran is the central mission facing Israel, adding that it is "close" and "within reach." He made these remarks during a toast for the Jewish New Year 5787 with Defense Minister Israel Katz, IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, and members of the IDF General Staff Forum at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.

Prime Minister's Office: As part of the negotiations with Lebanon, Prime Minister Netanyahu instructed to advance the location and return of the bodies of the leaders of the Jewish community in Lebanon – victims who were kidnapped and murdered in the mid-80s by terrorist organizations. The Prime Minister has been dealing with this issue for decades, since his tenure as Israel's Ambassador to the...

The 210th Division completed extensive exercises in the Golan Heights and on the Syrian border to enhance operational readiness for sudden and complex events.

Israel's banking system is facing a major crisis regarding financial cooperation with the Palestinian Authority. Findings published by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich prove that the Authority's official banks serve as conduits for transferring funds to terrorists and their families.

The campaign against agricultural terror in Judea and Samaria continues. On Wednesday evening, security forces conducted a raid in the village of Al-Mughayyir, where, over the past two months, terrorists have repeatedly targeted farms, including the theft of livestock from Givat Or Nachman and Metzudat David.

After the first episode revealed the immense economic value of service in technological units, the second episode of "Exit at the Induction Center" moves to a question that arises even earlier: who actually gets the opportunity to enter this track. The episode deals with the mechanisms that create the gap even before the day of enlistment – the environment in which teenagers grow up, awareness of...

The economic crisis in Iran is no longer confined to the streets; it is penetrating deep into the security apparatus upon which the regime relies. According to a source close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, security personnel are receiving salaries that no longer cover basic living expenses, causing some to abandon their service.

After three years of stagnation following the October 7 massacre and the Iron Swords War, Palestinian football is once again being used as a tool for incitement. This weekend, a new tournament will launch, aiming to exploit the sports arena for political purposes and support the narrative of the struggle against Israel.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed this evening (Tuesday) a successful operation in the heart of the Gaza Strip, during which a senior Hamas commander serving as the head of the organization's internal security apparatus was captured. Netanyahu noted that the detainee was directly involved in holding hostages and efforts to restore the organization's terrorist infrastructure.

Israeli defense firms Elbit Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries, and Rafael have secured spots in the top 30 of the 'Defense News' global 100 list. This milestone coincides with Elbit Systems announcing $270 million in new international contracts.

Against the backdrop of recent desalination plant shutdowns, reports by former State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman highlight persistent vulnerabilities in Israel's water sector regarding pollution, cyberattacks, and climate change.

Defense Minister Israel Katz, visiting Nativ HaAsara, announced the arrest of a senior Hamas terrorist. He emphasized that Israel's policy is to proactively pursue terrorists and dismantle their infrastructure, warning that any rocket fire from Gaza will be met with a decisive and harsh response.

For four years they sat side by side in a high school classroom, teacher and student. One fought for the other's grades against all odds and conventions. One night, in the heart of the dust and darkness of Khan Yunis, they met again: one inside a rescue helicopter, and the other on the ground, loading a wounded person onto a stretcher. Only at two in the morning, in one WhatsApp message, did they...

The US Navy is developing a new air-to-air missile designed to allow pilots to shoot down enemy aircraft and UAVs from a distance of more than 250 nautical miles – about 463 km – before they can even get close to the launching aircraft or the force it is protecting. The weapon, the AIM-424 LRAAM, known as "MALICE", is being developed with the goal of significantly increasing the strike range and...

Three Givati soldiers who refused to board a medical evacuation Namer APC where a female paramedic was present were tried today and sentenced to 10 days in military prison. The soldiers refused, according to them, in accordance with the instructions of their rabbis, and additional soldiers from the unit are expected to stand trial and be punished.

The United States has deployed the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to the Arabian Sea, replacing the USS Abraham Lincoln. The strike group is capable of prolonged autonomous operations and rapid response to developments in the Middle East.

Seven pistols intended for smuggling into Israel were seized last Thursday near the Jordanian border. During the security operation, a suspect attempting to flee was wounded.

13 combat engineering soldiers from the 603rd Battalion responded today (Saturday evening) to the report on Channel 14 regarding their unauthorized departure, rejecting claims that they fled from the combat zone in Lebanon after being punished for hazing. In a joint statement, the soldiers clarify that they left their base without permission, not the front, and claim the incident for which they...

Iran conveyed two conflicting messages to the US today: a willingness to return to talks alongside warnings of new military capabilities to be revealed "in due time."

An IDF special forces unit rescued a Jewish woman from a house in the village of Deir Ballut in Samaria on Friday. The woman was rescued unharmed after attempting to flee from her husband's home.

Days after the broadcast of the Channel 14 investigation "7.10: The Judea and Samaria Version," which highlighted the fear of a coordinated attack, IDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir ordered an increase in the alert level and a reinforcement of forces in the sector.

The series "Preparation for Victory" concludes tonight with its fourth episode, offering an inspiring look at pre-military training for IDF service. Channel 14 presenter Oded Harush joins students in rigorous physical and navigation exercises that form part of a vital community security network.

The Peace Council has refused to recognize a Hamas-prepared file alleging Israeli violations. The terrorist organization attempted to use the report to pressure the US administration via third parties, but the move was firmly rejected.

The IDF announced on Wednesday that the Golani Brigade Combat Team, operating under the 36th Division in southern Lebanon's security zone, has destroyed over 400 terrorist infrastructures and seized numerous weapons in recent weeks. The operation aims to neutralize threats to Israel and IDF forces in the region.

The Peace Council stated today, Wednesday, that the latest report on Gaza provides irrefutable evidence of a significant increase in food supplies and improved health indicators.

IDF forces destroyed a building in Jabalia, northern Gaza, on Tuesday, which served as a Hamas weapons depot and ambush site. Several terrorists were eliminated during the strike.

Approximately 200 students from the Haredi public joined pre-military preparatory programs this week, operated by the 'Shomer Yisrael' and 'Netzach Yehuda' associations. The initiative provides spiritual and physical training to prepare young men for significant combat service in the IDF.

More than 20 security coordinators in the Golan Regional Council have sent a warning letter to the defense establishment and the IDF. They warn that the lack of basic protective equipment directly endangers the lives of residents in the northern sector, amid a perceived decline in the defense establishment's commitment to reinforcing settlement security.

Reservist Shlomo Rosenthal detailed an incident occurring Sunday night on the Ma'azim axis, where he claims he was blocked and assaulted by Palestinian police officers in Area C.

In about three weeks, Hamas is supposed to begin handing over its weapons in accordance with the schedule presented by Jared Kushner, and against the backdrop of the Israeli ultimatum to stop violations by the organization, sharp criticism was heard yesterday in the cabinet regarding the situation in the Gaza Strip and the manner of responding to the violations.

The presidency of the Palestinian Authority called today, Tuesday, for the Peace Council in Gaza to "convene urgently and make decisions to stop the Israeli aggression against the UN headquarters, including UNRWA."

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.

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.

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.

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).

Fighters from the Duvdevan unit arrested four wanted individuals over the weekend in the Binyamin Brigade area. According to the IDF, the detainees include two individuals linked to ISIS and one suspected of promoting Hamas terrorist activity.