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Dr. Udi Levy, former head of the 'Tzelem' unit in the Mossad, explains how the American administration is shifting the campaign to the financial arena: "They want that for every dollar the Iranians earn, they will only have ten cents left. If Trump gets his hands on the private assets of the Revolutionary Guards leaders, they will end the war."

According to the IDF Spokesperson's statement, the terrorist approached the forces in a way that posed an immediate threat. The report comes against the backdrop of statements by security officials that opportunities to attack Hamas military wing operatives were missed in the last week due to government policy.

Ilanit Siyusa, a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza, told Walla that she "does not currently see the restoration of the sense of security." Yael Raz-Lahiani, a resident of Nahal Oz who returned to her home, shared: "The residents' sense of security is decreasing; on one hand, there is a reduction in military forces, and on the other, the strengthening of Hamas."

The mountain ridge, defined by the head of Aman as a critical area for Hezbollah, separates the Litani River from the Nabatieh plateau, with its peak at the Beaufort ridge. The Chief of Staff and the Minister of Defense pushed to capture the ridge, despite fears of international criticism. Some of the infrastructure there served two purposes: raids on the Galilee and dealing with an IDF ground...

The family of fallen YASAM fighter Rani Guaili is launching the country's first pre-police preparatory program for Border Police (Magav) recruits. The initiative will be hosted at the Holot facility with support from the Israel Prison Service (IPS), Habithonistim, and the World Zionist Organization.

Defense source: "The situation with Iran remains tense, it could deteriorate within a few days." Israel also assesses that the American operation to remove nuclear components from Syria is intended to signal the possibility of a similar action subject to an agreement with Iran.

Against the backdrop of leadership turmoil, the new head of the Mossad is required, early in his tenure, to rebuild the organization's capabilities, adapt it to changing regional challenges, and prepare for the next campaign. Since a significant portion of the organization's capabilities has been depleted, his test lies less in the application of force and more in the ability to rebuild it.

Yossi Cohen revealed this at the Galilee Conference, adding that "the bombing of the site by the Americans in Operation 'Am Kelavi' is the fulfillment of all my dreams." Regarding reports that the Iranians are nearing a breakout to nuclear weapons, Cohen claimed that "uranium enriched to 60% is still far from a bomb."

While Donald Trump cuts losses and Gulf states trade with Tehran, Israel relies on its own assets to ensure survival in the Middle East.

Senior security, government, and local authority officials will gather to discuss the challenges of the North, civil resilience, and the steps required for the continued development and prosperity of the Galilee.

Brigadier General (res.) Guy Hazut criticized the political leadership's inability to translate IDF tactical successes into political gains. He stated that early in the "Iron Swords" war, Hamas sought a ceasefire because it realized it was facing an army engaged in a decisive battle.

Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF will not withdraw until Hamas is truly disarmed. However, security officials warn that without preventing the entry of foreign forces and a technocratic committee, these statements remain empty rhetoric amid missed operational opportunities.

The "Council of Wise Women" movement has called for a uniform procedure for treating wounded soldiers, following claims of humiliating treatment experienced by an IDF soldier and his family at Rambam Hospital. "A mother who sends her son to battle needs to know that the State of Israel will provide full support," the movement stated.

The IDF continues search operations and infrastructure destruction, but the return of civilians to villages creates risks and limits operational methods. A military source in the Northern Command told Walla: "The Lebanese army was supposed to prevent the return of civilians using roadblocks." At the same time, airstrikes have been significantly reduced.

A kite that infiltrated from the Gaza Strip was located in Moshav Shuva, and according to Sdot Negev Regional Council head Tamir Idan, it did not carry a payload. Idan warned against the return of threats from the Strip and called for a firm response: "Today it is a kite without a payload, tomorrow it could carry explosives."

The government is expected to approve today, Sunday, the transfer of one billion shekels for defense procurement defined as "urgent." Most of the funding will be reallocated from the Ministry of Economy and Industry budget intended for investment and employment initiatives.

A security source stated that the activity of Bedouin clans against Hamas is "very effective and proceeding according to plan." However, Walla has learned that senior officials of the Peace Council, with US backing, want the clans disarmed on "the day after." Sources warn this could drive them back to smuggling.

The exceptional power of the explosion that led to the fall of Staff Sergeant (res.) Harel Birenstock and Sergeant Major (res.) Tamir Vaknin raised suspicion of an unexploded IAF ordnance - which was ruled out. The assessment is strengthening that it was an old explosive device that was reactivated; the IDF is checking whether Hezbollah terrorists booby-trapped the structure after it was scanned.

Hundreds of Israeli and American aircraft operated simultaneously in the region's skies, while missiles and UAVs from Iran and Lebanon also occupied the airspace. Now, the Air Force reveals the drama in the control system, which was required to synchronize the most crowded airspace it has ever known - and reach a record of 14 seconds from threat detection to interception.

Alongside the IDF's achievements in the Gaza Strip, Israel is changing course: Hamas has not yet been disarmed, but the government has approved the entry of a multinational force and stopped targeted killings - without presenting an alternative for dealing with the organization. At the same time, the demand for the pace of construction of the new city in Rafah is raising questions within the...

A senior Central Command officer stated that many hiking groups in Judea and Samaria fail to coordinate with the IDF, leading to security risks. Following the attack near the village of Tel, the military emphasized that strict adherence to coordination procedures is essential for the safety of all travelers.

During the World Cup, the FBI operated the International Police Cooperation Center, where American security agencies and police representatives from participating countries worked together. The center monitored, among other things, terror threats, threats against players, violent fans, and incidents that could have compromised the security of the tournament. According to an investigation by the...

Residents in the Gaza Strip showed off ATVs in Deir al-Balah while performing stunts, Walla learned today from military sources. "Soldiers are sitting in police vehicles with air conditioning instead of checking every vehicle entering and exiting," a security source stated against the backdrop of criticism regarding the conduct of the Military Police in the Gaza Division.

The Northern Command is investigating the deaths of two IDF soldiers who were killed after entering a booby-trapped building in southern Lebanon. Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered stricter adherence to protocols, emphasizing that his policy prioritizes the destruction of terrorist structures over ground entry.

A Central Command investigation reveals that the Shin Bet provided the IDF with intelligence regarding a planned tour in a high-friction area the night before the deadly attack. A failure to relay this information to field commanders was identified. Benyahu Malet was killed and two others were wounded in the shooting.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held a force-building meeting, declaring that "today's force-building is tomorrow's victory." The strategy prioritizes the integration of robotics and autonomous systems across air, land, and maritime domains.

The funeral of Sami Jassous, shot after allegedly attempting to stab a police officer in Lod, will take place tonight. The IDF approved the release of his body for burial, overriding initial recommendations from the police and Shin Bet. The funeral will be held under heavy security.

The move is intended to allow judicial review by military courts over decisions of military detention facility authorities regarding the conditions of detention of detainees and prisoners. This is part of the desire to promote the rights of soldiers held in detention and imprisonment | First publication

Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem stated that the memorandum of understanding will accelerate the Israeli withdrawal. He declared Iran the victor and criticized direct negotiations between Jerusalem and Beirut.

The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism has revealed that 20 US-based organizations, operating under the guise of human rights, have raised $250 million to fuel anti-Israel incitement.

While Israel strongly opposes the move, Cairo continues to exert pressure to open the crossing for goods without Israeli inspection. A security source told Walla that the issue of smuggling is one of the main lessons of October 7 and emphasized that the IDF will not compromise: "There will be no transfer of goods except through the Kerem Shalom crossing."

IDF soldiers serving at the Tznobar base in the Golan Heights are reporting severe sanitary failures in the kitchen complex. Following numerous complaints, the IDF has decided to send an inspection team to the site.

This comes despite a request by Nikolay Mladenov on behalf of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to halt strikes in the Strip to allow for the implementation of a ceasefire and the subsequent agreement with Hamas. Following the strikes, Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey issued a joint statement calling on Israel to "meet its obligations as part of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip."

According to the source, coordination with the US military continues and is defined as "tight." This comes against the backdrop of Donald Trump's intensified threats toward Tehran and reports that the US President seeks to exert pressure to gain an advantage in negotiations rather than expand the war.

The Shin Bet decided today (Monday) to release from prison Jibril Zubeidi, a resident of Jenin, a senior Fatah member and brother of Zakaria Zubeidi, who currently serves as the head of the Prisoners' Authority in the Palestinian Authority. Jibril had been detained since 2023.

Against the backdrop of reports on progress in the Gaza Strip plan and the possibility of an international force, the "Tikva Leumit" movement, representing bereaved families and families of hostages, presents its "critical and non-negotiable" conditions for any future arrangement. Among the demands: complete demilitarization of the Gaza Strip, full security freedom of action for Israel, and the...

The IDF has neutralized a Hezbollah tunnel network in the Beaufort area. Northern Command officers warn that this is only part of a vast underground infrastructure intended for attacks against Israel.

Israel is seeking to conduct a comprehensive mapping and registration of villages in southern Lebanon, including houses, property owners, shops, and institutions, according to the Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar. At the same time, Israel is demanding that the Lebanese Army prevent the return of residents it claims are identified with Hezbollah and pose a security risk.

Dozens of ultra-Orthodox students will integrate for the first time into a unique track at a technological academy for service in special units in Aman. The IDF estimates that they will bring a different kind of thinking, one that was missing before October 7. According to a senior IDF official, this is a "step that opens a world that was until now almost closed to the ultra-Orthodox public."

Almost every American aircraft strike involves the use of the Israeli Litening pod, which assists in target acquisition and weapon guidance. The system was developed by Rafael after the US refused to sell Israel the equivalent LANTIRN pod.