Security

An unexploded ordnance blast on Ramim Ridge killed one and injured 19. The tragedy highlights systemic failures in explosives clearance, echoing a sharp 2025 State Comptroller report.

A major security incident in northern Israel led to the cancellation of political events nationwide. Prime Minister Netanyahu and other officials headed to emergency briefings.

Female soldiers at the Sayarim IDF base reported a severe rat infestation in their living quarters, with rodents climbing onto beds and personal belongings as command staff initially dismissed complaints.

At least 12 hikers were wounded, including several severely, in an unexploded ordnance blast on the Ramim Ridge in northern Israel. IDF and emergency forces deployed to the scene.

Israel Aerospace Industries unveiled HawkGuard, an active defense system combining radar, AI control, and interceptor drones to counter aerial threats and protect forces.

Israeli photojournalist Ziv Koren will present October 7 massacre documentation and Israel's resilience to British MPs and the Jewish community in London.

The Supreme Court ordered the IDF to set a timetable for returning Palestinian residents to evacuated West Bank camps, acknowledging current security hurdles.

Elbit Systems' Moroccan subsidiary is set to supply tank turrets, highlighting expanding defense ties as regional security dynamics and Gulf energy markets shift.

Al-Modon reports Hezbollah is rebuilding military capabilities in southern Lebanon, upgrading FPV drones with heavier explosive payloads and fiber-optic guidance.

Captain Eliav Chaim Tzeplomus, 21, of the 603rd Battalion, was killed in southern Lebanon. Comedian Guy Hochman dedicated a show seat to him after a touching romantic gesture was revealed.

Testimony from former military secretary Avi Gil alleges Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's chief of staff attempted to falsify October 7 call transcripts ahead of a state audit.

The Israeli government is voting to extend the prison system's state of emergency by two months amid severe overcrowding, with 59% of inmates held below legal standards.

Israel presents combat-proven weaponry at the AUSA exhibition in Washington, with Rafael unveiling the SPIKE MCLU2, Sky Sonic, and advanced ground defense systems.

CBS News program 60 Minutes broadcast an investigative report examining allegations of settler land displacement tactics and nationalist crime in the West Bank.

The IDF plans to reduce reserve forces in Gaza border communities following the upcoming October elections, leaving defense beyond 4 kilometers largely to local standby squads.

Iran offers to mediate dialogue between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis as regional tensions surge following a deadly attack on Riyadh's international airport, prompting strong condemnation from the R4 group.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman faces severe security threats as Houthi missile attacks strike Riyadh, depleting air defense interceptors and threatening the kingdom's ambitious economic mega-projects.

Following the Flydubai aviation near-miss, investigations reveal foreign flight crew background checks occur only after aircraft doors close. Transportation Minister Miri Regev reviews security protocols.

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei claimed US and Israel failed to damage internal security, as the US military released a threat identification guide on Iranian forces.

One year after the return of surviving hostages from Gaza, mothers of former captives share the complex psychological and physical challenges of rehabilitation, trauma recovery, and rebuilding family life.

With 160 soldiers killed in operational accidents since October 2023, military leadership faces mounting scrutiny over safety protocols, fatigue, and operational discipline across active fronts.

Following a security breach involving an Israel-bound flight, Abu Dhabi airport has tightened security with double screenings and secondary questioning for Israeli passengers.

Turkish expert Cem Gürdeniz analyzes Israel's ambition to become a global maritime power, highlighting severe geographical and industrial bottlenecks despite naval modernization.

BP, ExxonMobil and other energy giants canceled their participation in a Riyadh conference following a deadly Houthi missile strike on the Saudi capital's airport.

Northern border tensions rise as a candidate claims a Russian-made Hezbollah drone crossed into Israel and leadership allegedly concealed the incident.

The IDF revealed that Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza operates as a dual-use facility, serving as a Hamas command base while exploiting patients and staff as human shields.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded a criminal investigation into the makers and participants of the film "NSA", warning of severe security breaches and defamation against the IDF.

Israeli police investigate former chief of staff Tzachi Braverman over the alleged systematic collection of classified protocols following the October 7 massacre.

Israeli security officials convene for a multi-front strategic assessment covering Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran amid heightened regional tensions and U.S. policy shifts.

The state filed a landmark 1.19 million shekel lawsuit against a former IDF commander convicted of sex offenses, seeking reimbursement for a victim's disability benefits.

Two West Bank security personnel were arrested by Shin Bet for suspected extreme violence, facing lawyer bans. Officials condemned the drastic measures.

Mossad and Shin Bet face severe internal turmoil and legal scrutiny over controversial leadership appointments and external advisors introduced by agency chiefs Roman Gofman and David Zini.

Defense attorneys in the Gaza smuggling trial have petitioned the Beersheba District Court to dismiss the indictment, citing severe delays and missing investigative materials.

A military court sentenced a Palestinian terrorist to 45 years in prison for a September 2022 shooting and arson attack targeting an IDF soldiers' bus in the Jordan Valley.

Israel Aerospace Industries unveiled POINT@AIR, a compact aerostat-mounted tactical radar providing 360-degree coverage and advanced low-altitude threat detection at AUSA.

The U.S. Army recommends adopting IDF combat medicine methods after a Fox News report showed Israeli battlefield survival rates more than doubled.

Israel denied a work visa to German journalist Serena Bilncheri after she publicly called for economic and military sanctions against the country, citing anti-Israel advocacy.

IDF Brigadier General Yogev Bar Sheshet was dismissed from military service following a command inquiry into personal misconduct and harassment allegations.

A Tehran correspondent provides a rare look inside Iran following months of communication blackouts, detailing severe poverty, economic collapse, and regime crackdowns.

Shin Bet chief David Zini's recent high-level appointments spark internal criticism over timing and the placement of an inexperienced IDF officer.