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Hamas tries to understand how the Gazan 'Head of Shin Bet' was snatched from under their noses
The terrorist organization claims that Shin Bet's preparations for the arrest of Muin al-Arabid lasted for months in the heart of Gaza. According to their version, weapons containing a sedative were used, and an additional squad waited behind the suspect's house.

Two eliminated in Lebanon, interceptions seen over the Sea of Galilee, and Iran reports: "Powerful explosion in Jordan"
The source of the interceptions documented by vacationers in the skies over the Sea of Galilee is in Jordan, where Iran has again launched ballistic missiles. Meanwhile, the IDF has launched another wave of attacks in Lebanon, in which, according to reports, two people on a motorcycle were eliminated.

Why is there sudden talk of 'turning the barrels' - and is the IDF preparing?
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has again raised the issue of Palestinian security forces potentially turning their weapons against Israel. The IDF emphasizes that while the scenario is being practiced, there is no intelligence indicating such a plan. Palestinian sources call these statements a political manipulation.

"I cannot leave here for Damascus. They know I speak Hebrew, they will slaughter me"
Where Iran tries to use collaborators, Israel has found partners — and just across the border, a surprising construction boom is taking place, stemming from the desire of tens of thousands of Druze to acquire a shelter for times of danger. "We want to understand what about you, are you here forever?", explains a Druze from southern Syria about what needs to happen for them to express unequivocal...

The Plan: Implementing the Lebanon Model in Gaza
The IDF is examining a framework for introducing international forces to clear terrorist infrastructure in the Gaza Strip, in a format similar to that in southern Lebanon. The move, in coordination with the USA, will begin in areas not included in the 'Yellow Line' zone, so in practice, there will not be a real withdrawal of IDF soldiers from a specific area. About a month ago, the cabinet already...

"We were left in the open air": The Civil Administration demolished Palestinian structures in Masafer Yatta
According to the IDF, the structures demolished in the Palestinian village of Khirbet at-Taban in the southern Hebron Hills were built illegally in a firing zone. About 70 residents from 12 families lived there. One of them said: "It was a demolition of the entire village." The families stated: "We will stay until our last breath."

Clearing the strategic ridge, and fears of Iranian escalation during the holidays: "We have not heard of such an intention"
While Iran threatened a "powerful response" to an Israeli attack on the Ali-Tahar ridge, and despite Defense Minister Israel Katz's warnings about potential holiday attacks, senior Israeli officials clarify there is no intelligence suggesting an imminent Iranian strike. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that regime change is within reach, while US Vice President JD Vance reiterated that the...

Netanyahu's October 7 Schedule: 3 Hours Without Contact with Chief of Staff, Border Closure Ordered at 9:55
The Prime Minister's Office has released Benjamin Netanyahu's schedule for the morning of October 7 to address what it termed "erroneous publications." The timeline reveals that the order for a hermetic border closure was issued only at 9:55 AM, over three hours after the attack began, and that his consultation with Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi occurred significantly later than the one held by...

"Security warnings" for the Lebanese Foreign Minister - and the French attempt to keep UNIFIL
The issue of dismantling the peacekeeping force was raised again in the Security Council, with France responding to Lebanon's request and demanding the cancellation of the decision made last year. The US strongly opposed: "We will not repeat the mistakes of the past." The interim UN coordinator in Beirut claimed: Hezbollah is not disarming - because of Israel. Foreign Minister Raje, a rival of...

Katz: "There are signs that Iran is close to desperate steps. An attack will release us from any limitation"
The Minister of Defense threatened to return Iran to the "Stone Age" if it attacks. In Israel, meanwhile, they reject claims that Tehran warned against an Israeli attack on the strategic Ali-Taher ridge - where, according to sources, members of the Revolutionary Guards are holed up.

Two Palestinians killed by IDF fire in the Ramallah area: "Threw blocks and stones"
The IDF stated that forces entered the village of Al-Mughayyir to secure the return of animals located there belonging to Israelis, and that during their exit, a disturbance developed during which fire was opened at "main instigators." Palestinians claim that the two, aged 16 and 19, were killed during a confrontation with settlers. The circumstances of the incident are being investigated.

The pilot project in southern Lebanon is stuck - and Hezbollah is moving to guerrilla warfare
The Lebanese Army is avoiding searches in homes and terrorist infrastructure, while disputes over oversight mechanisms delay the IDF's withdrawal. Meanwhile, Hezbollah is shifting its tactics: moving away from large-scale invasion plans toward small-squad guerrilla activity, ambushes, and explosive drones. Israel is leveraging American pressure, warning that any escalation with Iran will reignite...

Military source rejects Eisenkot's version of F-16 downing: Netanyahu was updated and approved the strike
Yashar! party chairman Gadi Eisenkot claimed he could not reach the Prime Minister for two hours after an F-16 was downed by Syrian fire. A military source with access to the protocols states that Benjamin Netanyahu was updated immediately and approved the retaliatory strike, which was launched within 20 minutes.

"Infiltration in a vegetable transport vehicle, point-blank shooting": details of the capture of Hamas's "Shin Bet" head
Positioning in the field two days in advance, a breach, a firefight - and a withdrawal: a new report revealed new details from the Gazan side about the Shin Bet operation to arrest Muin al-Arabid. The camouflage vehicles, identifying the weak point, the encounter with the terrorist's family, and his injury: step-by-step, according to all known information.

Katz: No real solution for Gaza without emigration. It is frozen due to Arab pressure on Trump
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated at the "Time of Decision" conference that emigration from Gaza remains a viable solution, though currently frozen due to Arab pressure on the US administration. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited IDF positions in the Gaza Strip, reiterating the commitment to the demilitarization of the enclave.

Eisenkot: After the F-16 was shot down, Netanyahu did not answer, so I made the decision for a broad attack on my own
At the "Time of Decision: Democracy and Society" conference organized by Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth in collaboration with the Israel Democracy Institute, the chairman of the Yashar! party recounted that when he served as Chief of Staff in 2018, after Air Force pilots abandoned a downed aircraft, he could not reach the Prime Minister for two hours and decided on his own to carry out strikes in...

Katz: "Iran likes to attack on holidays, we are prepared"
At the "Time of Decision: Democracy and Society" conference, Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel is prepared to strike Iran if attacked. He emphasized that Iran's nuclear program was destroyed and that Israel is committed to ensuring it does not return.

Putin's hand in Israel: How Russia is trying to bankrupt Jewish oligarchs who immigrated to the country
They fled Russia and received Israeli citizenship, but the Kremlin continues to pursue them. Moscow has initiated 22 legal proceedings against immigrants, attempting to seize their assets. A senior Israeli minister admits: "We are the only country in the West that allows such things."

Commander who completed a minyan for rioters in Qusra removed from command
The IDF has concluded its investigation into an incident where a reserve commander helped rioters complete a minyan while they besieged a Palestinian home. The officer has been removed from his command position but will remain in the army, while his soldiers will face no disciplinary action.

Police Commissioner: Israel is perceived as a country of thugs due to crime in the West Bank
Police Commissioner Rav-Nitzav Dani Levy addressed the damage caused by violence from rioters in Judea and Samaria in a closed conversation, stating: "There is a handful whose entire purpose is to attack Palestinians."

Now cleared for publication: Shin Bet carried out arrest in the heart of Gaza
Special forces conducted an arrest in the vicinity of Gaza City, capturing Muin al-Arabid, dubbed the 'head of the Shin Bet' for Hamas in the Strip. He was taken to Israel for interrogation, with IDF forces providing air cover.

Palestinian reports: Unusual strikes in Gaza City
According to reports, 4 Palestinians were killed in more than 18 airstrikes amid ground clashes. Palestinian sources claim special forces entered the city, with intense, non-stop explosions reported. Saudi channel Al-Hadath suggests the operation aimed to foil the kidnapping of a prominent figure. The IDF confirmed strikes were conducted to neutralize threats.

Mosque torched in Nablus area, graffiti sprayed against US Ambassador: "Regards from the terrorists"
According to the Palestinians, the arson occurred in the village of Bazariya. Graffiti was sprayed on the building's walls against the US Ambassador to Israel and threats were made toward a "Kan" reporter and the security establishment: "You have been warned." Simultaneously, police arrested 8 suspects aged 16-20 for arson and assault in the southern Hebron Hills.

Outposts, rioters, and zero enforcement: what is happening now in the territories?
In the village of Qusra, located in Area B, Jewish rioters arrive on weekends and attack Palestinian residents. Despite condemnations by the Prime Minister and an increased alert level, incidents repeat without arrests. Ynet military correspondent Elisha Ben Kimon explains why Qusra has become a flashpoint.

"This is what we are fighting for": Golani commanders will be able to accompany their children to first grade
Ahead of September 1st, an unusual decision was made in the Golani Brigade: to allow commanders to accompany their children to school. "Ella knows that Dad is fighting the bad guys and is very proud," says Lt. Col. A., commander of the 12th Battalion.

Dado Bar Kalifa Appointed Commander of the Central Command
The IDF announced the appointment of Major General Dado Bar Kalifa as Commander of the Central Command. He will replace Major General Avi Bluth in 2027.

On police recommendation: Security for Central Elections Committee Chairman Noam Sohlberg has been increased
The Deputy President of the Supreme Court, who also serves as Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, has been under increased security in recent days. The Central Elections Committee stated that Sohlberg is secured in accordance with security needs. As early as June, following riots by ultra-Orthodox individuals at his home, the judge was designated as a "threatened person."

Female combat soldiers excluded from IDF driving course: "In the war they called us, now we have become unwanted"
Two days before the start of an operational driving course, female combat soldiers were informed it is now intended for "men only." One soldier whose participation was cancelled called the decision outrageous, noting that women were actively recruited during the war when their skills were needed.

Chairman of the Advisory Committee for VIP Security: Sara Netanyahu's anxiety for her family is natural
Amid the recommendation to provide security for Gadi Eisenkot, Ronen Cohen stated that there are attempts to exploit the committee for political purposes. He explained that the decision was based on a combination of circumstances rather than specific intelligence. Cohen also noted that the Prime Minister's wife is under a "severe threat level" and criticized journalist Uri Misgav.

Most investigations closed, only two indictments: how the IDF handled the phenomenon of looting
Despite Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir's statements regarding the severity of looting within the IDF, the army did not proactively publish data. Following an inquiry by the 'Movement for Freedom of Information', it was revealed that 27 Military Police investigations were opened during the war, with only two resulting in indictments. The IDF maintains that every suspicion is thoroughly investigated.

Nitzan Alon: "There is an erosion of IDF values. Soldiers stand by in the face of illegal acts in the West Bank"
The former Central Command chief, who also served as head of the Hostages and Missing Persons Headquarters after October 7, warned in a conversation with teenagers about a significant ethical erosion among soldiers and commanders: "It is a byproduct of a prolonged war." He further claimed that "the political echelon bears responsibility for the conception regarding Hamas in Gaza."

Russia Appeals to UN: "Russian Historian Arrested by Shin Bet, We Demand Explanation"
Russia is demanding information regarding the fate of historian Artem Kirpichenok, who disappeared after arriving in Israel on August 2. In an appeal to the UN, Moscow stated the cause of arrest is unknown and requested access to legal counsel and medical care: "It is reasonable to believe the arrest stems from his political views."

He recited Kaddish at the spot where his father fell in southern Lebanon: "Mom said - you have a mission to complete"
About two years have passed since the day the Moyal family's heart was broken, when Shaul, a father of 10, fell in battle in southern Lebanon. His son Yehuda was drafted a few months later, and last week he closed a circle: he recited Kaddish at the spot where his father was killed, in a video that went viral. "I am continuing his path," he says in a special interview. "He chose to be at the...

For the first time: Haredi soldiers integrated into intelligence and research roles in the Northern Command
A dedicated complex, adapted to their lifestyle, was established to support Haredi soldiers in the 146th Division. Meanwhile, approximately 40 Haredi soldiers completed a combat medic course at the Hashmonaim Brigade base.

Artificial Intelligence, Drone Threats, and 'Achilles Shield': Israel and Greece Launch Air Defense Pact
Israel and Greece are set to sign a 3.1 billion euro agreement next week to establish the 'Achilles Shield' air defense system. The project will integrate advanced Israeli technologies, including Spyder, Barak MX, and David's Sling, utilizing artificial intelligence to optimize threat response.

The Doha-London-Haifa Line: The flow of funds from Qatar to an Israeli NGO does not stop
The volume of money that flowed as a donation from Qatar through London to an Israeli NGO operating from Haifa has increased tenfold in the years 2023-2025. "Shomrim" traced the path of the money, behind which stand brothers Azmi and Marwan Bishara. "This is exactly the method used by those who want to transfer funds and remain behind the scenes" | Investigation

Dark moments in captivity: "I waited for a blow, but not like this. Like a punch to the heart"
During his captivity in Gaza, Omer Shem-Tov was held for 50 days in a tiny cell in total darkness. It was there, alone, starving, and unable to even stand on his feet, that he discovered strengths he didn't know he possessed. Now he is releasing the book "Meeting Myself in Hell," in which he writes about his overactive imagination, conversations with God, bouts of pain and hunger, and the belief...

The career military crisis: low salaries and high burnout
The IDF Chief of Staff launched a public attack against the Ministry of Finance, warning that security coffers are empty. Among career personnel, 73% report a negative impact on their family life, and nearly 19% have considered resigning. "They work around the clock, go home rarely, and are not compensated accordingly," said a senior officer in the General Staff.

From Gaza to Lebanon: How the IDF Commanders' Course Has Been Conducted Since October 7
Three years of ongoing fighting, manpower shortages, and attrition: Senior officers at BISLACH, the brigade that eliminated Sinwar, explain how they are shaping the next generation of commanders while trainees spend a significant portion of their time fighting on all fronts. Lt. Col. Y.: "What they see in the field will give them a command foundation that no dry exercise could ever provide."

"We will stick pens into the carotid artery": The story of the Southern Brigade operators
October 7, 2023, Southern Brigade war room at Re'im base. The operators who witnessed the start of the war reconstruct for the first time how they managed the battle while facing absolute fear of death, and their decision never to be taken alive.