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Iran is utilizing cyberattacks against water infrastructure as a tool of hybrid warfare. Experts note that the goal is not only technical damage but also psychological pressure on the population.

Operations in Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur a-Shams were considered a success and led to a sharp decline in terror. The defense establishment clarifies that there are existing plans for continued activity - likely in the Balata refugee camp. But a lack of resources, forces, and the burden on the various war fronts are delaying the decision on the matter.

For the first time since October 7, the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion (585) has begun intensive six-week field training. The IDF is working to restore the unit's image following a period of disciplinary decline and a lack of permanent leadership.

The unpredictability of US President Donald Trump's decisions regarding Iran is forcing the IDF to maintain constant high alert levels. This creates significant logistical and operational challenges for the Israeli military.

The agreement announced by the US President will only be successful if disarmament, the withdrawal of Israeli troops, the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, and regional guarantees are advanced as a unified process, rather than a race against time.

Likud MK Amit Halevi criticized IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, claiming that the military leadership is actively resisting efforts to achieve a decisive victory over Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Facing escalation, Iran's leaders present a united front, yet a deep debate rages in Tehran over war strategy. Radicals oppose negotiations with the US, while a moderate camp pushes for flexibility to address economic crises.

Soldier mutinies have occurred before, but this time the situation is different. Exhaustion from the longest war in the country's history, the loss of public support, and the aftermath of the October 7 failure have stripped the senior command of the most essential quality: the courage to command.

Months after inheriting his father's position, the new Supreme Leader of Iran is neither seen nor heard in public – only written messages, no voice, no appearance. How can one rule a country in a totalitarian manner when the people do not see their leader, and what do Western intelligence reports say about his physical and mental state? Beni Sabti, an Iran researcher at the INSS, explains who is...

In three days, Israel and Lebanon will resume talks in Rome involving military and security officials. Amidst high-level visits to the White House, Saudi Arabia is working to distance Israel from conflicts in Syria and Lebanon to avoid Iranian escalation.

Iryna Trakh, an architect from Kharkiv, founded a weapons company with her partners in a makeshift garage. Three years later, she operates dozens of factories, producing thousands of UAVs and about a hundred cruise missiles per month. The 'Flamingo', carrying over a ton of explosives, has provided Ukraine with an independent strike capability deep inside Russia. Her next goal is the development of...

Since the collapse of the ceasefire, Iran has intensified proxy attacks to destabilize the region. The strategy aims to pressure Washington and increase the economic cost of the war for President Donald Trump.

CBS reports that significant strikes against Iran could occur by tomorrow. In Jerusalem, Ultra-Orthodox protesters clashed with patrons at a cafe open on Shabbat, while an IDF officer was wounded in southern Lebanon.

Israeli and US intelligence agencies are searching for Mojtaba Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since February. It is believed he is hiding in a bunker, avoiding all electronic devices.

A cyberattack has targeted water systems across seven US states. While there is no official confirmation of Iranian involvement, authorities consider Iran the prime suspect amid rising Middle East tensions.

The US has issued security warnings for its citizens across the Middle East to prepare for potential escalation. Meanwhile, an official Israeli source stated that Israel is not aware of any decision to resume full-scale military operations against Iran.

Mor Lidani and Gali Nishri, who led the legal battle for women's integration into elite IDF combat units, reflect on the new opportunities available to female recruits. They emphasize that while challenges remain, the normalization of women in combat roles is a significant achievement.

The powerful explosion in southern Lebanon, carried out in response to the launch of a Hezbollah explosive drone at an IDF engineering vehicle, was clearly visible in the area. There are reports of two wounded in a drone attack in the area; this is how the ridge looked the day after.

"The life of one Jew is worth 10 million Palestinians," said Shimon Yehuda, who called for the killing of all residents of Tel, Al-Sarra, Jit, and Far'ata after a weapon was snatched during a hike. When confronted with the racism in his words, he replied: "I know. But God chose us."

Amid ceasefire violations by Hezbollah and the Israeli response involving the destruction of tunnels at Beaufort, the IDF announced that an officer was wounded during "operational activity". The soldier's family has been notified.

The US and Israel are planning a major operation against Iran’s energy infrastructure, potentially to be carried out this weekend. Israel is coordinating with the US, though President Donald Trump has not yet issued a final order.

The day after Benjamin Netanyahu's visit, a Saudi delegation arrived at the White House urging de-escalation with Iran. This has left President Donald Trump facing a dilemma between military pressure and diplomatic efforts.

A stealth fighter crashed in an open area near the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, sparking a fire. The pilot ejected safely and was transported for medical treatment. The Marine Corps has classified the incident as a "Class A mishap," the most severe category of aviation accidents.

The response to the call to establish a «669 of the ground forces», complex rescue operations in Gaza and Lebanon, destruction zones around the world, preparations for an earthquake in Israel, and the Iranian missile that even surprised him. Right before he flies off to study, Lt. Col. Shlomi Ben-Yair, commander of the Rescue Corps in the Home Front Command, sums up two challenging years in the...

US President Donald Trump stated that the confrontation with Iran is progressing successfully, noting that Tehran's military capabilities have been largely eliminated within five months. A cabinet meeting is underway at Camp David.

Brigadier General Efi Defrin has ordered the suspension of all non-official IDF digital accounts, limiting activity to major command and branch channels. The move aims to maintain institutional uniformity during the upcoming Knesset election period.

Reserve soldiers find themselves performing more than double the reserve days than promised — over 110 days a year, and we are only in August.

While the Rehabilitation Department at the Ministry of Defense tries to implement the committee's spirit and restore the soldiers' sense of capability, the IDF Personnel Directorate acts with rigid templates, ignores the successful rehabilitation, and cuts off with a uniform decision the path that the soldier built with great effort.

A week after the terror attack that claimed the life of Binyahu Malet, six new outposts were established near Havat Gilad. Residents state this is a response to the tragedy and a means to secure the territory.

The dismantling of UNIFIL, the UN peacekeeping force, leaves a security vacuum in southern Lebanon that the Turkish president intends to fill. Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced plans to deploy troops to the Israeli border as part of a new security initiative.

Four months after being killed by accidental IDF artillery fire during Operation "Lion's Roar," Ofer (Pushko) Moskovich was laid to rest in Kibbutz Misgav Am. Hundreds gathered to honor the Galilee farmer.

A day after Hezbollah violated the ceasefire, Israel is preparing a series of responses. Defense sources emphasize there is no desire to collapse the agreement at this stage, but the IDF is ready for all scenarios.

Groups of hikers in Judea and Samaria are planning to arrive tomorrow in the area of the village of Til, where a terror attack occurred last week in which Binyahu Melet was murdered and Major Yuval Ezra fell. As of now, the hikes have not been coordinated with the security forces, and the IDF clarifies that entry into Area A is dangerous. The organizers: Terror will not prevent us from continuing...

Egypt faces a UAV attack on two gas tankers at the port of Damietta, occurring amid Cairo's concerns over shipping security in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Egyptian authorities are investigating, while the incident remains largely absent from local media headlines.

According to the sources who spoke to the New York Times, the explosion was caused by a drone attack - and signaled that if an escalation occurs, Tehran could cause an even more severe energy crisis. They did not specify whether Iran launched the drone directly, or one of its proxies.

Whoever seeks to lead must understand that privileges are inseparable from risks. Leaders should not be immune to the dangers that ordinary citizens face.

First publication: For the first time, a security opinion on candidates was transferred to the Committee for the Appointment of Qadis even before the vote on their appointments. Following information about the connection of some of them to the Northern Branch of the Islamic Movement, the committee decided not to discuss their candidacy. The check was conducted at the request of ministers Struck...

Army sources state that civilians crossing the border in the north are diverting attention that should be focused on the enemy: "It is inconceivable that we have to set up ambushes and conduct observations against our own citizens."

The "New York Times" reports a significant number of casualties following strikes in Iraq, drawing severe threats from militia umbrella organizations. A US official confirmed that the targets were attacked intentionally to degrade the militias' ability to launch missiles and UAVs.

The army is marking terror tunnels in the area where an engineering vehicle was struck last night as a potential target, pending a decision by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited southern Lebanon, emphasizing readiness for any scenario.