Security

For the first time since World War II, Japan has opened the "National Intelligence Bureau" to unify its scattered security branches. The move comes against the backdrop of a strengthening axis between China, Russia, and North Korea, and follows revelations that Japanese equipment was smuggled for Russia's war in Ukraine.

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.

In Israel, there is satisfaction with Hamas's agreement to surrender its weapons, but warnings are issued that there is still no agreement on storage methods, the pace of demilitarization, and Israeli withdrawal. The assessment is that implementation will take at least a year and that Hamas will attempt to circumvent the agreement.

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...

Washington has committed directly to Hamas not to allow Netanyahu to sabotage the agreement and that it will compel him to withdraw from the Gaza Strip and implement it. It was further claimed that the US informed the terrorist organization that it would not abandon the agreement and that it is a guarantor for it.

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.

On Thursday, IDF forces eliminated Abd al-Rahim Abd al-Hay Yusuf Kardi, a Hamas military wing cell commander who also worked as a doctor at Al-Shifa Hospital, in a strike in Gaza City.

A new video with over half a million views claims Israelis spread "colonialism and violence" worldwide. Researchers point out that the anti-Israel outlet is backed by Qatar.

London police announced on Friday the arrest of 44-year-old British-Azerbaijani citizen Rashad Sultanov in Cyprus. He is suspected of spying on a British airbase on behalf of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

After Donald Trump said Hamas agreed to disarm, the “Peace Council” published a demilitarization plan and how it is expected to be carried out.

From the Lebanese border to the operational squadron, military discipline in the IDF has always been considered one of the central values. However, throughout the decades of the state's existence, there have been quite a few dramatic moments when this well-oiled machine creaked loudly.

The IDF Spokesperson announced on Friday that earlier this week, Ahmed Hussein Muhammad Kafina, commander of the central camps sector in the terrorist organization "Kata'ib al-Mujahideen," was eliminated in a strike in the Gaza Strip. He directed the October 7 raid and participated in the kidnapping of Avinatan Or and Noa Argamani.

The 14 soldiers who led the disciplinary incident in the Tzabar Battalion were sentenced to 30 days in prison, will be removed from combat duty, and will be transferred from combat roles. About 80 additional soldiers who left the base will undergo a command-educational process this weekend.

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.

A week after the terror attack in Samaria that claimed the lives of Binyamin Malet and Yuval Ezra, another weapon seizure attempt occurred in Judea and Samaria. IDF forces opened fire on the terrorist; no casualties were reported among the troops.

Following an official message from Washington, the airport is preparing to receive additional military aircraft. The Israel Airports Authority fears this will impact routine operations and cause delays, as seen yesterday with luggage handling.

In an interview with Galei Israel radio, Minister Maya Golan claimed that Shin Bet head Ronen Bar sent emissaries to threaten her over her decision to halt budget allocations. The minister stated she was warned of an “intifada in her name.”

Earlier on Friday, a group of Israeli citizens entered the outskirts of Nablus. According to the IDF, Palestinians threw stones at them, and an Israeli citizen fired a warning shot. No injuries were reported. IDF forces acted to remove the citizens from the area.

As announced by US President Donald Trump, a historic achievement is emerging: the full demilitarization of the Gaza Strip and the end of Hamas rule. In the coming weeks, the organization is expected to begin handing over all its weapons.

Saudi Arabia is preparing for a large-scale military operation against Houthi rebels in Yemen, potentially including a ground offensive in the country's center, according to The Guardian. The move aims to break the Houthi blockade on Saudi oil export routes in the southern Red Sea.

The United States is considering reducing its military presence in Kuwait. Pentagon discussions began before the war with Iran, but recent attacks on American bases have accelerated the process.

During the 'Patriots' program on Channel 14, Dr. Edy Cohen responded to Donald Trump's announcement regarding an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas. Cohen expressed deep skepticism, calling the move a 'trap' designed to secure aid and reconstruction for the Gaza Strip without the terrorist organization actually disarming.

On November 18, 1952, Lieutenant Royce Williams engaged seven Soviet MiG-15s in an uneven air battle. Despite the odds, he downed four aircraft, but the victory was classified for half a century.

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.

US President Donald Trump announced last night that the Peace Council has reached a "historic" agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip. He described the move as a major step toward lasting peace and security.

This is not just an opinion piece about the future of the Golan Heights, but a strategic warning. Israel is following a political course that leads to the loss of sovereignty, ignoring Syria's real plans.

A terrorist from the village of Tel carried out an attack on Jewish travelers in Samaria, murdering Benaya Melet and Major Yuval Ezra. The incident follows systematic incitement by the PA and Fatah.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the destruction of an extensive tunnel network in the Beaufort area of southern Lebanon. The infrastructure was a central component of Hezbollah's invasion plan for Galilee communities. Approximately 700 tons of explosives were used in the operation.

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.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claimed that Israel is behind the drone attack on Egypt's Damietta port. US President Donald Trump previously hinted at Iranian involvement in the incident.

During the program 'The Patriots', Colonel (res.) Yoni Chetboun reacted sharply to a serious incident at the Sde Teiman base, where dozens of soldiers abandoned their weapons and left the base. Chetboun emphasized that this is a disgraceful act that must not happen, especially during wartime, and warned of the consequences for Israel's image. He noted that legitimizing such a mutiny effectively...

The Northern Command reports that loud explosions will be heard tonight in the Ramim Ridge, Hula Valley, and northern Golan Heights areas. Residents of Metula and Misgav Am are advised to open their windows.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara announced his desire for a peace settlement with Israel, while emphasizing that Syria will not relinquish the Golan Heights. UN Secretary-General António Guterres joined him, labeling the territory as occupied Syrian land.

A comprehensive examination reveals that the extensive financial support of the Palestinian Authority has enabled senior officials released in the Shalit deal to return and rebuild their power, including Yahya Sinwar and other senior officials who planned the attack.

The events in the Tzabar Battalion remind us: discipline is not a whim of commanders, but the foundation that allows fighters to operate and return home safely.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi announced the opening of an investigation following a drone attack at the port of Damietta. In a conversation with the Spanish Prime Minister, el-Sisi warned against a dangerous escalation in the region.

During the program "The Patriots" on Channel 14, Colonel (res.) Yoni Chetboun sharply criticized the phenomenon of soldiers abandoning bases and laying down their weapons during wartime. Chetboun emphasized that such actions must not be legitimized, as they undermine military discipline and set a dangerous precedent.