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Aug 13, 2026
09:02Ynet
Large forces arrived in Qusra in the dead of night - the political damage is already done
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Large forces arrived in Qusra in the dead of night - the political damage is already done

According to the head of the Qusra council, the forces that arrived to evacuate the outpost are still in the area, and residents were instructed to avoid "unnecessary vehicle movement." A hilltop activist claimed that the forces "sowed destruction and confiscated everything they saw," while in the US there is anger, labeling the extremists who established the outpost as "Israeli terrorists."

08:46Ynet
When an American citizen from Ohio becomes a test of Israeli governance
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When an American citizen from Ohio becomes a test of Israeli governance

Conflicts in the security establishment and anarchy in the territories are no longer confined to local borders. When an American citizen from Ohio is besieged and the White House loses patience, Israel pays a price.

06:57Ynet
US Ambassador on Qusra: "Remove the Israeli terrorists"
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US Ambassador on Qusra: "Remove the Israeli terrorists"

Political damage is mounting: US Ambassador Mike Huckabee stated that it was at Washington's request that the IDF and police began removing extremists besieging Palestinian homes in Qusra. "These are disgusting acts; there is no excuse for such bullying behavior," the diplomat emphasized.

Aug 12, 2026
23:25Ynet
Owner of besieged house in Qusra: "Evacuating the tent is not a solution"
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Owner of besieged house in Qusra: "Evacuating the tent is not a solution"

For three days, Palestinian families in Qusra have been under siege by settlers who set up an illegal outpost. Despite the Chief of Staff's directive to "prevent incidents," the radicals remain on site, and the White House has demanded clarifications from Israel.

19:04Ynet
First Strike in Gaza Requiring Chief of Staff Approval
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First Strike in Gaza Requiring Chief of Staff Approval

First report: The elimination of a squad commander planning attacks against IDF forces in the Strip was approved by the Chief of Staff. The army stated the strike was carried out to remove an immediate threat, noting: "There are clear instructions from the political echelon within the framework of the negotiations."

18:16Ynet
Battalion recalled from refresher training due to Qusra, siege continues; Zamir: 'I instructed to prevent the incidents'
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Battalion recalled from refresher training due to Qusra, siege continues; Zamir: 'I instructed to prevent the incidents'

Although the IDF stated it had cleared the 'shed' erected by extremist settlers near the village in Samaria, the extremists remain on site. A resident whose family is under siege reported: 'There is not enough food, they are drinking water from a well.' The Chief of Staff ordered to reinforce the sector with an infantry battalion to restore order.

17:58Ynet
IDF struck Gaza for the second day in a row, US gives Netanyahu "space": "There are elections"
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IDF struck Gaza for the second day in a row, US gives Netanyahu "space": "There are elections"

The IDF carried out a second strike in the Strip since the targeted killings ceased, with one fatality reported. The CEO of the "Peace Council" announced a mechanism for monitoring violations and rejected claims of a financial agreement with Hamas. In the US, they recognize the complexities that the elections create for the PM and are willing to give him "space" provided that targeted killings are...

13:10Ynet
Reservists call on Chief of Staff to stop "Jewish terror" in Qusra
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Reservists call on Chief of Staff to stop "Jewish terror" in Qusra

Against the backdrop of a blockade on Palestinian homes in Qusra, over 300 reservists have signed a petition urging the IDF Chief of Staff to take decisive action against nationalist terror. The soldiers argue they are being left to protect a fanatical minority instead of maintaining security.

09:18Ynet
IDF prepares to evacuate illegal outpost near Kusra village
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IDF prepares to evacuate illegal outpost near Kusra village

Additional settlers who arrived in the area of the village of Kusra blocked access roads with heavy rocks to hinder security forces arriving to evacuate the established outpost.

01:30Ynet
National Security Council Intervenes in Security of Hapoel Tel Aviv Fans at Match in Poland
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National Security Council Intervenes in Security of Hapoel Tel Aviv Fans at Match in Poland

The return leg of the 'Reds' against Katowice this evening (19:00) is defined as high-risk due to the violent ultras organization of the opponent's fans, and the visiting fans will receive special security.

Aug 11, 2026
19:00Ynet
William Shakin to be buried in Israel; IDF to assist family in recognition of service-related death
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William Shakin to be buried in Israel; IDF to assist family in recognition of service-related death

William Shakin, a lone soldier who fought since October 7, took his own life in the USA. The IDF conducted an investigation and found a potential link between his death and his military service. The family will receive assistance in the process of having him recognized as having "died in connection with service," with the final decision resting with the Ministry of Defense. His funeral will be...

17:14Ynet
IDF has yet to evacuate settlers' tent opposite Palestinian homes: "They are not leaving"
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IDF has yet to evacuate settlers' tent opposite Palestinian homes: "They are not leaving"

Two days of a "siege" on three houses in Qusra, according to the council head: despite security officials' claims of preparations to evacuate a tent where soldiers and settlers were filmed praying, it remains in place. Electricity is provided by a solar system, water supply is cut off, and residents are relying on neighbors for bread.

16:17Ynet
For the first time since the new directives: IDF fired at a Hamas sniper in the northern Gaza Strip
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For the first time since the new directives: IDF fired at a Hamas sniper in the northern Gaza Strip

Forces of the 99th Division identified the sniper from the terrorist organization who posed an immediate threat near the 'yellow line' and fired at him. This is the first time a report has been made regarding the removal of a threat under the directives passed by the political echelon to the IDF, in accordance with the progress of the Trump plan in Gaza. Unlike targeted killings, according to the...

14:19Ynet
Former Mossad chief: 'We visited the Fordow nuclear site many times'
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Former Mossad chief: 'We visited the Fordow nuclear site many times'

Yossi Cohen revealed details about activity at the nuclear site during the Galilee Conference, stating: 'The US bombing of the site is the fulfillment of all my dreams.' He also addressed Tehran's uranium enrichment, noting: '60% is still far from a bomb.'

Aug 10, 2026
23:16Ynet
"Three Palestinian homes under siege": Outpost established near a village in Samaria
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"Three Palestinian homes under siege": Outpost established near a village in Samaria

A branch of the Tel Talpiot outpost was established near the village of Kusra, adjacent to Palestinian homes. Circulated footage shows IDF soldiers praying in the area, heightening tensions. The army has launched an investigation.

20:46Ynet
"Total paralysis - and we have no way out": The Iranian target in Hormuz that collapsed during the war
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"Total paralysis - and we have no way out": The Iranian target in Hormuz that collapsed during the war

Qeshm Island, with its 150,000 residents, was a tourism success story: millions of visitors a year, thriving hotels and restaurants, and investments flowing in. With the bombings, businesses closed - and the island remained desolate: "Life has been disrupted, there is no income," a local fisherman shared. Peace is not on the horizon, and uncertainty has become permanent: "In front of us is an...

14:46Ynet
The tragic death of William, a Gaza veteran: "He struggled alone and received no help"
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The tragic death of William, a Gaza veteran: "He struggled alone and received no help"

William Shakin, a 25-year-old lone soldier from New York who fought in Gaza, died by suicide while struggling with PTSD. His parents are requesting a burial at Mount Herzl, claiming the state failed to provide necessary support. The Ministry of Defense stated that no request for recognition was found and that remote assistance services are available.

13:27Ynet
Rifles and cucumbers: The unusual images from Shechem and the plan that will not be implemented
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Rifles and cucumbers: The unusual images from Shechem and the plan that will not be implemented

Defense Minister Israel Katz instructed the IDF to prepare for the conquest of another refugee camp, but the army is not advancing this plan, focusing instead on other operational methods. An example of this was documented in the Shechem market, where special forces were seen patrolling among the stalls.

11:18Ynet
The Iranian Game of Thrones
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The Iranian Game of Thrones

As Iran moves away from the active combat phase, senior officials in the ruling hierarchy are intensifying their efforts to exploit the situation to establish their status in the new leadership.

00:00Ynet
Change in IDF approach in Gaza: "Even if we see gunmen, we wait for approval from above"
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Change in IDF approach in Gaza: "Even if we see gunmen, we wait for approval from above"

The government states that Israel rejects plans for the future of the Gaza Strip, but on the ground, IDF tactics are shifting. The military has moved from an offensive posture to a reactive one, with operational decisions now requiring approval at the Chief of Staff level. Despite the current "silence," soldiers emphasize that any immediate threat is still thwarted instantly.

00:00Ynet
Spy Games: Ranking Europe's Intelligence Agencies
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Spy Games: Ranking Europe's Intelligence Agencies

The prestigious French magazine "L'Express" has ranked European intelligence agencies based on assessments by past and present agents. In an exclusive interview, deputy editor Etienne Girard explains why the British MI6 topped the list, how Ukrainian intelligence is perceived, and what the consensus is on the Mossad following October 7th.

Aug 9, 2026
22:53Ynet
Senior IRGC official known for threats appointed to key position in Iran
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Senior IRGC official known for threats appointed to key position in Iran

Mohsen Rezaee has been appointed Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. The former IRGC commander, who served for 16 years, replaces Mohammad Baqer Zol-Qadr. Rezaee is known for his hardline stance against the US and is considered a close associate of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

22:32Ynet
"Hamas is working, we must not settle for a security zone" | Report from the Yellow Line
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"Hamas is working, we must not settle for a security zone" | Report from the Yellow Line

While the "Peace Council" outlines policy, Netanyahu clarified that the 15-point plan for Gaza is unacceptable to Israel, and forces on the ground continue to see Hamas operatives among the ruins. "We are collecting information all day," said the commander of the 202nd Battalion, who described how Hamas works to recruit operatives and creates explosive devices from unexploded ordnance of the Air...

22:19Ynet
Civilian aircraft approached Donald Trump's golf club - F-16 jets scrambled
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Civilian aircraft approached Donald Trump's golf club - F-16 jets scrambled

Two civilian aircraft entered the airspace over Bedminster, New Jersey, where the US President was staying at his golf club. Fighter jets were scrambled to intercept them and escorted them out of the area. It is estimated that the pilots entered the sterile area by mistake.

20:27Ynet
Shooting and arson in the South Hebron Hills: "Settlers tried to burn the house - with children inside"
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Shooting and arson in the South Hebron Hills: "Settlers tried to burn the house - with children inside"

Palestinians report a series of attacks in the Masafer Yatta area, including shooting, stone-throwing, and arson, resulting in six injuries. Jewish residents claim the clashes were provoked by attacks on shepherds.

16:51Ynet
"We heard a boom - and then we saw the platoon commander covered in blood": 20 years since the Kfar Giladi disaster
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"We heard a boom - and then we saw the platoon commander covered in blood": 20 years since the Kfar Giladi disaster

12 reservists lost their lives in a Katyusha rocket strike in the assembly area near the "Roaring Lion" monument in Tel Hai. On the 20th anniversary of the disaster, soldiers and commanders of the 9255th Battalion gathered for a memorial ceremony for their comrades, including Doron Alon, then a young reservist and today a company sergeant major in the battalion, who returned to the site for the...

13:59Ynet
Netanyahu: Israel rejects the 15 points of the Peace Council, we will not withdraw without the disarmament of Hamas
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Netanyahu: Israel rejects the 15 points of the Peace Council, we will not withdraw without the disarmament of Hamas

"When I say the disarmament of Hamas, it means heavy weapons, less heavy weapons, all weapons. And we are talking about real disarmament, not fictitious disarmament," stated the Prime Minister, who for the first time personally announced Israel's refusal to accept the presented outline. The announcement may spark disagreements with the USA.

12:59Ynet
Military support, aid trucks and digital: Turkey's quiet foothold in Lebanon
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Military support, aid trucks and digital: Turkey's quiet foothold in Lebanon

Turkey is quietly establishing a foothold in Lebanon through extensive security assistance, civil projects, and humanitarian aid. While Ankara claims to support Lebanese state institutions, its involvement includes cooperation with entities linked to Hamas and a consistent anti-Israel stance.

12:47Ynet
Kite found in Gaza envelope, council head: 'It came from Gaza'
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Kite found in Gaza envelope, council head: 'It came from Gaza'

A kite was discovered in Moshav Shuva in the western Negev. The IDF is investigating, noting that no explosive devices were found. Sdot Negev Regional Council head Tamir Idan called the incident a 'red line' that requires a firm response.

00:00Ynet
"The playground of terrorist organizations": A special report along the tense Syrian Golan sector
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"The playground of terrorist organizations": A special report along the tense Syrian Golan sector

The "New East" project is fortifying the Golan with deep trenches and earthen embankments to hinder terrorist infiltration. The 474th Brigade maintains nine outposts deep within the territory, operating in a complex environment where distinguishing between civilians and combatants is a constant challenge.

00:00Ynet
"No trip will compare to this": The female officers who manage sensitive operations in Judea and Samaria
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"No trip will compare to this": The female officers who manage sensitive operations in Judea and Samaria

They sit alongside brigade commanders, receive intelligence, coordinate between the IDF, Shin Bet, and police, and accompany every operation down to the soldier on the front line. The special operations officers of the Judea and Samaria Division discuss the non-stop pace and the personal price: "Friday dinners and meetings with friends are negligible. In the end, this is the job."

Aug 8, 2026
22:31Ynet
Blows and a knee to the stomach: Clashes in the Hebron area and footage under investigation
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Blows and a knee to the stomach: Clashes in the Hebron area and footage under investigation

Footage shows Israelis beating a Palestinian near the village of Idna, with a soldier placing his knee on the man's stomach while he is on the ground. The IDF states the incident is under investigation. Simultaneously, four Palestinians were injured near Susya after stones were thrown at a shepherd leaving a farm.

20:59Ynet
Egypt may join the new defense alliance: "The agreement is not directed against Iran"
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Egypt may join the new defense alliance: "The agreement is not directed against Iran"

The Turkish Foreign Minister revealed that Cairo may join the defense alliance that his country signed with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, "after settling technical issues." He said the agreement is identical to Article 5 of NATO, according to which an attack on a member of the alliance is considered an attack on all.

13:32Ynet
Trump decides - and Israel is on the sidelines: "Everything is subject to his will"
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Trump decides - and Israel is on the sidelines: "Everything is subject to his will"

American planes attacked in Iran for consecutive nights, but Israel did not join. In Jerusalem, they learned about the cancellation of a massive attack from a tweet by Trump, who publicly declares that Netanyahu does what he asks. While in the US they are looking for an "exit path" from the war with Iran, here they insist that the achievements against it have been preserved. As the campaign...

01:35Ynet
Cut discovered in fence at Zikim, IDF conducting searches: "No crossing from Gaza detected"
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Cut discovered in fence at Zikim, IDF conducting searches: "No crossing from Gaza detected"

The kibbutz security coordinator reported the damage to the fence, and forces were scrambled. IDF Spokesperson: "No suspects were located in the area, and it is not possible to determine when the cut was made". Searches continue to rule out any security incidents.

Aug 7, 2026
22:37Ynet
The new trio in the Middle East: "When Iran attacks, Turkey and Pakistan will be in a very sensitive situation"
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The new trio in the Middle East: "When Iran attacks, Turkey and Pakistan will be in a very sensitive situation"

Many questions surround the agreement signed in Mecca. On paper, if Saudi Arabia is attacked, the burden of proof lies with Turkey and Pakistan. But will it really happen? "The Pakistanis do not want to get involved, and it is not certain that the Turks have the capabilities to give," said Dr. Yoel Guzansky from the INSS. These are the facets of the agreement, and what is likely behind Riyadh's...

20:19Ynet
IDF concealed: Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at forces in Southern Lebanon
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IDF concealed: Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at forces in Southern Lebanon

First publication: Ynet has learned that the terrorist organization has again violated the ceasefire and launched an explosive drone at forces in Southern Lebanon. There were no casualties and no damage, but the regional commander instructed not to report it. The army confirmed the details following a Ynet inquiry.

14:20Ynet
Five months of war have not stopped the Iranian nuclear program: "Enough material for 10 bombs"
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Five months of war have not stopped the Iranian nuclear program: "Enough material for 10 bombs"

Despite heavy strikes on nuclear sites, experts estimate that a significant portion of Tehran's capability has survived. The fate of the 60% enriched uranium stockpile is unknown, but US intelligence estimates that the massive reservoir in Isfahan is still reachable. Professionals warn that the nuclear capability still exists and Iran could produce a bomb in less than a year.

14:15Ynet
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a defense agreement: "Strengthens collective deterrence"
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a defense agreement: "Strengthens collective deterrence"

Against the backdrop of growing tension in the Middle East, and in the shadow of fears of a confrontation between Israel and Turkey, three regional powers have signed a tripartite agreement that defines any attack on one of them as an attack against all.

05:37Ynet
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to sign a joint defense agreement
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Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to sign a joint defense agreement

According to reports, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will sign the agreement in Jeddah. A source told AFP that "recent regional developments have accelerated the process."

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