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Duvdevan unit soldiers arrested a cell of five terrorists early this morning in Qabatiya, who according to the IDF planned to harm civilians and security forces. The five were arrested in less than ten minutes, and an M16 rifle and additional weaponry were found during a search of their homes.

According to Southern Command sources, the security establishment increasingly assesses that recent targeted eliminations in Gaza and the arrest of a senior Hamas official could trigger a guerrilla operation or rocket fire. A situation assessment is scheduled ahead of Rosh Hashanah to determine if forces in the region will be reinforced.

A special drill will be held in Eilat to test cooperation between emergency services in various scenarios, including terrorist infiltration. While security threats in the city have been discussed, there is currently no concrete warning.

The study, published in the scientific journal "Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness," examined the conduct of the Assuta Hospital in Ashdod during the traumatic attack. It was found that thanks to the high readiness of the staff and the fortified emergency department, the hospital was able to treat the victims without interruption.

Dr. Eyal Heyman tells about the incident in which he was seriously wounded in Gaza, the long and complex rehabilitation process, and the faith and insights that strengthened him after the disaster.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Hesder Yeshiva in Sderot this evening. He warned Iran against attacking Israel and highlighted the shift in regional security following the elimination of key terrorist leaders in the Gaza Strip.

The IDF is on high alert following warnings of regional escalation and potential nationalist crime. In two weeks, the Judea and Samaria Division will expand to 26 battalions, incorporating three regular brigades.

During the operations of the Northern Brigade forces under the command of the 99th Division in the northern Gaza Strip, another underground tunnel was neutralized, while in recent weeks the forces, in cooperation with Yahalom, destroyed an underground route about a kilometer long. "IDF forces under the Southern Command are deployed in the area - and will continue to act to remove any immediate...

Despite the failure to reach an agreement with Damascus, communication channels remain open. At the same time, Israel identifies a decrease in settler violence and an increase in enforcement: "We definitely see the damage caused as a result of this"

According to an internal report obtained by The New York Times, agency inspectors have not been granted access to Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan since June 2025 - and do not know the location of the stockpile enriched to 60%. In the report, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi warned of concerns regarding nuclear proliferation.

The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism has released a report detailing how Turkish organizations identify dual-citizen Israelis who served in the IDF to file legal complaints against them.

The Trump administration is investigating suspicions that members of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have been obtaining Lebanese documents based on the real identities of citizens, including the deceased. American sources reported to Al-Arabiya that authorities are verifying the use of these documents by Iranians at Beirut airport and land border crossings.

The Operations Directorate has improved plans and technologies for protecting the Israeli home front. The IDF is preparing for the possibility of a strike in Iran and is preparing scenarios for a situation where Israel will have to respond alone or in conjunction with the United States.

Israel Meir met with Mordechai Shnoveld and heard from him about the serious injury in Gaza, the rehabilitation process that has been ongoing for more than a year, and the music that became an inseparable part of the recovery: "You play and the pain disappears."

Brigade combat teams 769, 4, and 55, operating under the 91st Division, are clearing southern Lebanon of terrorist infrastructure. During the operations, forces located large quantities of anti-tank missiles, RPGs, and other weaponry hidden within civilian areas.

The "Magen Natua" post, established after the war to provide an immediate response to infiltration, remained empty due to a shortage of manpower - but the lights in it continue to burn. "They simply left this post empty and gave the feeling that it was full," said Yoav Cohen, chairman of the moshav committee. "It feels like a fraud. Disappointing, worrying and humiliating."

A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals: how the Houthis in Yemen and the Al-Qaeda branch in Somalia turned from sectarian rivals into partners in arms, drones, and terrorist training. Fears of an Israeli presence in Somaliland are accelerating their cooperation, threatening one of the world's most important oil routes.

Alongside the Syrian president's attempts to be accepted by the leaders of the modern world, he continues to arm himself in every way. The man who turned almost overnight from a leader of an Al-Qaeda branch into a leader of a Middle Eastern state continues to raise doubts about his intentions. In Israel, they are trying to decipher where the neighbor from the Syrian border is heading.

Three brothers from the Levy family were wounded in the war, and Elkana lost both his legs. In an inspiring interview, he and his mother Orit talk about the inconceivable optimism in the intensive care unit, the great miracles, and the thanksgiving party that became a symbol of spiritual victory.

In a broad round of IDF appointments, the next commanders for the Givati, Paratroopers, Nahal, Commando, Kfir, and armored brigades were determined. Defense Minister Israel Katz also approved the appointment of Major General Dado Bar Kalifa as the next commander of the Central Command, effective in 2027.

Pezeshkian said that Tehran is still working to reach an agreement, but blamed the US for not meeting its commitments. The UAE intercepted an Iranian UAV and Iran launched missiles at American bases in Jordan. Revolutionary Guards: A tanker was damaged by mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

Security establishment: Iran has not been enriching uranium since Operation "Am Klevia," but the material remains in underground facilities. According to estimates, in order to escape the economic crisis, the Iranians may attack the Gulf states. The Chief of Staff has ordered to maintain a high level of alert.

Haredi protesters blocked vehicles arriving at the recruitment office in Kiryat Ono - one of them even lay down under the wheels of a truck. Police and Border Police forces diverted traffic to alternative routes and worked to disperse the demonstration and restore order, while clashing with those protesting against conscription into the IDF.

In an interview with 103FM radio, the Judea and Samaria District Commander claimed that the responsibility for arresting the rioters in Qusra lies with the army. According to him, "This is not the first incident where instead of arresting those rioters, they disperse them." He claims that the IDF should have, in addition to dispersing those rioters, also arrested the people on the ground.

Haredi protesters, who arrived at the recruitment center in Tel HaShomer to demonstrate against the Haredi recruitment taking place today, blocked a military police vehicle. The protesters sat on the road, preventing the vehicle and the soldiers inside from continuing their journey.

After the commanders of the Air Force and Navy set goals for purchasing thousands of munitions for various arenas, including Iran, Walla has learned that the deals may be delayed due to the Treasury's demand for legislation to increase the deficit. The army is embarrassed by the conduct of the government and the Treasury, as there is currently no ability to pay the US.

Approaching three years since the October 7 massacre, the security establishment understands that Hamas is rebuilding its strength in the Gaza Strip and building terror infrastructure. According to estimates, in order to disarm the organization, another ground maneuver is inevitable, including the conquest of Gaza City - a step expected to take place after the elections.

Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered preparations for a new domestic fighter jet, while overseas, major deals are being signed for Chinese aircraft conceptually derived from the Israeli Lavi project.

The Shin Bet has confirmed that Yair Netanyahu was the target of an Iranian assassination plot while staying in Florida. This follows remarks by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who recently revealed that Iran had attempted to kill one of his sons.

The opposition of Qatar, which holds 17% of Volkswagen, will not stop the project: the state of Lower Saxony is expected to replace the automaker as Rafael's partner. The German plant will produce components for the Iron Dome, preventing thousands of layoffs and potentially signaling future system purchases by Berlin.

A sniper bullet passed centimeters from him and changed everything. Now, Lt. Col. Eli Zilberman commands the 'Tzuri' battalion, a reserve force in the IDF's 'Bazak' brigade, designed to bridge the gaps revealed on October 7. In a special interview, he tells about the raids in Judea and Samaria and how he dealt with the challenge while his child with special needs was undergoing chemotherapy.

The two suspects, a 16-year-old minor from the Galilee and a 19-year-old from Haifa, were arrested following an investigation by the Shin Bet and the police. According to the suspicion, the two established contact with the Islamic State organization - "ISIS", pledged allegiance, and planned to carry out an attack against security forces. The prosecution will request to hold the suspects in custody...

The security establishment estimates that Hamas exploited international pressure to stop targeted killings and gradually tried to erode the IDF's achievements. However, the launch of six kites within 48 hours led to a decision to respond with a heavy hand. Since August 11, 21 Hamas operatives have been eliminated, including senior field commanders.

Admiral Brad Cooper stated that Iran has been unable to export oil since the mid-July renewal of the U.S. naval blockade. No vessel enters or leaves Iranian ports without U.S. authorization, except for humanitarian shipments.

Jerusalem conveyed a message to Washington through security channels, expressing dissatisfaction with the Lebanese Army's conduct against Hezbollah's terrorist infrastructure. According to security sources, the Lebanese Army is not destroying infrastructure at the coordinates provided by the IDF, yet continues to request additional points.

Malka replaces Brigadier General Hisham Ibrahim, who was appointed military secretary to the Minister of Defense. The move follows the Chief of Staff's decision to limit senior appointments until 2027.

The terrorist, Ismail Muhammad Ibrahim Barim, was eliminated in the Khan Yunis area; he was a commander in the organization's military wing. Recently, the terrorist promoted terror plots against IDF forces and citizens of the State of Israel and attempted to rehabilitate the organization's capabilities, while systematically violating the ceasefire. The strike was carried out with the aim of...

The IDF is criticizing the conduct of the Lebanese army: "They reached the very entrance of the shaft, turned around, and left." The security establishment estimates that 15 Hezbollah terrorists are located under the Ali-Taher ridge. Iran, busy with its own survival, has effectively ceased supporting the organization.

The US State Department has instructed its missions worldwide to demand that host governments deploy police and military forces to protect synagogues, Jewish institutions, and residential areas during the upcoming High Holy Days. The directive also mandates the establishment of emergency alert protocols for observant Jews on Saturdays and holidays.

The security establishment estimates that Hezbollah has lost thousands of operatives and commanders, and that infrastructure built over more than 20 years in southern Lebanon is gradually being destroyed. A senior security official explained the gap created by eliminated commanders and inexperienced replacements, and revealed the depth of the crisis in the Radwan Force: "They have suffered a heavy...