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US Ambassador Mike Huckabee Visits Palestinian Town of Turmus Ayya
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee visited the Palestinian town of Turmus Ayya near Ramallah, calling for the prosecution of violent settlers. The visit follows threats directed at Huckabee by extremist groups.

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.

Spy scandal at Ben Gurion Airport: Russia claims arrested man is Israeli citizen
The name of historian and writer Artem Kirpichenok, who went missing after arriving in Israel, has been linked to a high-profile security case. Russian media report that the indictment filed today for espionage-related activities refers to Kirpichenok, who has been out of contact since August 2.

IDF: Five terrorists who planned to carry out an attack arrested in Samaria
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.

Israeli charged with security offenses: "Was involved in foreign influence activity"
The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against an Israeli citizen for security offenses. An investigation by the Shin Bet and police revealed the defendant was acting on behalf of foreign intelligence.

Terror Attack Thwarted in Samaria: Five Suspects Arrested
Duvdevan unit fighters arrested five terrorists this morning in the Kabatiya area who were planning an attack against Israelis in a new settlement in northern Samaria. The operation was conducted under the command of the Menashe Brigade and directed by the Shin Bet.

Operated by foreign intelligence: indictment against an Israeli citizen
The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment on Friday at the Central District Court against an Israeli citizen for security offenses, requesting detention until the end of proceedings. This legal action follows a complex joint investigation by the Shin Bet and the Israel Police, which uncovered suspicions of hostile activity against the state.

Hamas terrorist who held hostages in Rafah and commanded the capture of the Sufa post has been eliminated
On Wednesday, Muhammad Mahmoud Marshed al-Qadi, a commander in the Nukhba force, was eliminated in the Khan Yunis area. Al-Qadi commanded the capture of the Sufa post on October 7 and was subsequently involved in holding Israeli hostages. Despite the ceasefire, the IDF and Shin Bet clarify that the terrorist worked to rehabilitate Hamas, conducted training, and planned terror plots against our...

Transition approved: Tali Gottlieb to run on the Otzma Yehudit list for the Knesset
She will not be declared a defector, will continue to serve as an MK, her funding unit will remain with Likud - but she will run in the next Knesset with Otzma Yehudit: Tali Gottlieb's transition to Otzma Yehudit has been approved, where she will likely be placed in the fourth spot, following her attacks against Likud due to her resentment toward Benjamin Netanyahu and her concern about facing an...

After 921 days: Haimnot's parents are devastated following the President's broken promise
As the third school year begins without her, the parents of the 12-year-old girl reveal the painful truth behind their meeting with the President and accuse the authorities of failing to implement the dramatic promises made to them.

Supreme Court ruled: 180 Shin Bet veterans who petitioned against Zini's appointment must provide him with their names
The Supreme Court President suggested that Zini reconsider his demand for the disclosure of the names, but the Shin Bet head was not convinced. The Supreme Court ruled again that those who petitioned anonymously must reveal their identities, while stopping short of determining whether they were in contempt of court for failing to comply with the previous order.

The white pickup trucks affair in Qusra: 19-year-old arrested on suspicion of involvement
The suspect was arrested in a joint operation by the police and the Shin Bet and was transferred for interrogation. The police continue to collect evidence and make efforts to locate additional suspects who participated in the riots in the village. Later, the police are expected to request an extension of his detention.

"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.

After the attack in Qusra: rioters threw stones at police officers
An investigation team of the Judea and Samaria District Police located a white pickup truck that was allegedly used for the violent attack in the village. When the suspects spotted it approaching, they began attacking it — two of them were arrested. The police and Shin Bet continue their attempt to uncover the identities of those involved, including the use of special measures.

Indictment: Northern resident trained to join ISIS abroad
According to the indictment, Khamis Sawaed from Husniya expressed support for ISIS and studied combat training materials, including instructions for manufacturing missiles and drones. The prosecution has requested he remain in custody until the end of legal proceedings.

After 918 days: The family of Haimonot Kasau issues an important statement
Haimonot's father welcomed the discovery of the child Yahali Sofer from Petah Tikva, but alongside the joy, he reiterated the pain regarding his daughter who has yet to return home. Ahead of the start of the school year, he called on the Shin Bet to take responsibility for investigating her disappearance and for the public to continue fighting for her.

Gottlieb: "If Likud gets 19 mandates, I will find myself in Shin Bet detention facilities"
The Knesset member, who reached 20th place in the Likud primaries and is slated for a top spot in Otzma Yehudit, claimed that losing her seat in the Knesset would leave her without immunity. An indictment was filed against Gottlieb for exposing the identity of a Shin Bet agent, but the coalition decided to grant her immunity.

Netanyahu confirms: Head of Hamas internal security apparatus captured in Gaza
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed this evening (Tuesday) a successful operation in the heart of the Gaza Strip, during which a senior Hamas commander serving as the head of the organization's internal security apparatus was captured. Netanyahu noted that the detainee was directly involved in holding hostages and efforts to restore the organization's terrorist infrastructure.

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.

The new role of former Shin Bet head Ronen Bar
The former head of the Shin Bet is advising SpringAI, a Tel Aviv-based digital intelligence startup that develops tools to identify political influence attempts online. The scope of the consulting, its start date, and terms are unknown. The company is linked to the BNF technology group of Brigadier General (res.) Rami Ben-Efraim.

After 917 days: The moving gesture of Israeli students for Haymanot Kasau
Against the backdrop of the Shin Bet joining the search efforts for Haymanot Kasau, hundreds of students and teachers in Migdal HaEmek opened the school year with a powerful event that deeply moved the mayor.

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.

Night Operation in Nablus: YAMAM Arrests "Lion's Den" Terrorist
Under Shin Bet intelligence guidance, YAMAM fighters secretly apprehended a 37-year-old suspect wanted for promoting terrorist activity and attempting to carry out attacks against Israelis. No casualties were reported among our forces.

Threats to the candidate: Ministers to decide on Shin Bet security for Gadi Eisenkot
Following new warnings, the Advisory Committee for the Protection of VIPs recommended providing tight security for the chairman of the "Yashar!" party until election day. The decision now moves to the Ministerial Committee on Shin Bet Affairs, which will also discuss the security of "The Democrats" chairman Yair Golan.

Committee Decides: Eisenkot to Receive Shin Bet Protection; Golan's Case to Be Reviewed Later
The recommendation marks a sharp turn from the controversial decision made a week earlier, when Shin Bet head David Zini determined not to assign bodyguards to Eisenkot. At the center of the discussion regarding close protection for Golan and Eisenkot were materials submitted by both parties. The 'Yashar!' party claimed that Eisenkot is currently protected only by a private, unarmed security...

Riots in Qusra: Police issued arrest warrants, suspects are in hiding
More than 70 rioters participated in the raid on the village. Security officials estimate that it was a planned operation involving funding and legal support.

Zini: "The petitioners showed contempt for the court"; President Amit: "It does not do you any good"
At a Supreme Court hearing, Shin Bet head David Zini demanded the disclosure of the names of petitioners opposing his appointment. Supreme Court President Isaac Amit urged the service head to reconsider his stance.

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."

"I am the secret mediator": An exclusive interview with the senior Shin Bet official who conducted direct negotiations with Hamas
Direct contacts to advance a hostage deal were conducted between a senior Shin Bet official and Ghazi Hamad of the Hamas leadership. Now revealed for the first time: the person who conducted the talks is the official responsible for captives and missing persons in the organization, Adi Rotem. In an interview, he tells about the secret channel, the criticism of the mediators, and clarifies...

Security sources: "Hamas is starting to have a governance problem in Gaza, its ability to deter has been damaged"
Heading towards a change of direction in Gaza? The Shin Bet and intelligence officials identify a growing willingness of the terrorist organization to increase friction with Israel. In the background: a deep governance crisis of the terrorist organization.

Under scrutiny: Appointed by Netanyahu - will decide on the security of Golan and Eisenkot
Ronen Cohen, chairman of the Advisory Committee for the Protection of Personalities, which will discuss tomorrow the security of opposition leaders Yair Golan and Gadi Eisenkot, was appointed without experience in the field. Cohen, who previously blamed the military echelon for the failure of October 7, recently revealed that the security of "those threatened by the Iron Swords War," including...

Advisory committee to discuss Shin Bet security for Gadi Eisenkot and Yair Golan
The Advisory Committee for the Protection of Public Figures will convene tomorrow in Jerusalem to decide on the demand of party leaders to provide them with security until election day. The discussion is being held following findings presented by their staff to security officials, and a week after the previous and controversial decision not to provide security to the chairman of the Yashar party.

Shin Bet confirms significant threat to Yair Netanyahu, leading to emergency evacuation from the US
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.

Shin Bet confirms: Yair Netanyahu was evacuated to Israel following a significant threat
The security service confirmed the main points of the American report that the Prime Minister's son was urgently returned to Israel. According to "Newsmax", Iranian operatives tracked his residence and movements in the Miami area. Earlier this week, Netanyahu revealed on Channel 14: "Iran tried to murder one of my sons."

"Planned an attack on the Temple Mount": Two northern residents to be charged with pledging allegiance to ISIS
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...

Severe violence in Kfar Yona: Three young women attacked a young man over a parking dispute
25-year-old Tohar David was attacked with clubs and an iron rod, allegedly due to a parking dispute with a Shin Bet officer. Three young women are charged with assault, causing injury, and intentional damage. The incident was documented by shocked passersby.

Eisenkot on Netanyahu: Shin Bet investigation will cause a public earthquake
Against the backdrop of the struggle over the state commission of inquiry, the former Chief of Staff opens a sharp front against Netanyahu, reveals the warnings he gave him before the disaster, and demands the publication of the cabinet protocols.

The Eisenkot effect? Yair Golan requests state security from Noam Solberg and the Shin Bet chief
The chairman of the "Democrats" party, Yair Golan, turned today, Wednesday, to Deputy Supreme Court President Noam Solberg and Shin Bet chief David Zini with a request for personal security following an increase in threats. In his request, Golan listed several disturbing comments made on social media.

Forer against Ben Gvir: "Why did the Shin Bet join the investigation into Eymunut only now?"
An MK from the Yisrael Beiteinu party demands to know why the agency joined the investigation only two and a half years after her disappearance. In his letter, he asks what has changed, whether new lines of inquiry are being pursued, and if all possible technological and intelligence resources have been utilized.

Herzog: "Shin Bet is involved in the search for Haymanot Kasau"
The President of the State told the Kasau family members that the head of the Shin Bet updated him that the organization recently entered the picture "with full force" following a request from the police. The father of the girl who has been missing for two and a half years: "We demanded that they intervene as soon as possible."

President Isaac Herzog to the Haymanot Kasau family: The Shin Bet is involved in the search
The President met with family members at the President's Residence and updated them on the cooperation between the police and the Israel Security Agency. "Haymanot is a child of the entire nation of Israel," said Herzog. The missing girl's father: "We demand intervention as soon as possible, we fear discrimination."

How is it decided who will receive state security?
The question of Gadi Eisenkot's security does not leave the public agenda. The discussion focuses on the head of the Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, but the authority lies with another body. 'Hamashrokite' explains.

After father's elimination: brother of Dizengoff terrorist arrested
Hamam Hazem, brother of terrorist Raad Hazem and son of Fathi Hazem, was arrested in Jenin for planning an attack against Israeli civilians and security forces.

Netanyahu: Iran tried to assassinate one of my sons
Against the backdrop of the security debate surrounding Gadi Eisenkot, the Prime Minister revealed a detail that had been under a gag order for months. "Iran targeted one of my sons and tried to murder him; this security is not a luxury. Without it, they will succeed," he said in an interview with Channel 14.

Weapon drawn in the heart of Tel Aviv: Footage from Netanyahu's convoy stirs social media
A video circulated on social media shows a tense moment during the Prime Minister's convoy's journey, as a security guard emerged from a moving SUV with a weapon. The Shin Bet issued an official response regarding the incident.

Candidate reserved by Netanyahu deviates from party line: "I don't understand why Eisenkot is not under security"
Oren Dobronsky, reserved in the Likud list by the Prime Minister, questioned why the chairman of the Yashar! party is not under Shin Bet security. "It is not at all clear to me what the considerations are for not providing security to leading candidates for Prime Minister," he wrote on Facebook.
Two terror attacks in one day: IDF prepares for new threats
Following two attacks within hours, the IDF reports an increase in incitement and tension in the West Bank. Security officials fear a wave of copycat attacks amid elections and the influence of Iran-backed terrorist organizations.

Near humanitarian aid activity: Commander in Hamas production headquarters eliminated
In a joint operation by the IDF and the Shin Bet in the Al-Maghazi area in the central Gaza Strip, terrorist Ismail Abu Foul was eliminated today, Sunday. According to security officials, he served as a commander of a weapons production site for Hamas and was involved in preparing explosive devices and anti-tank missiles.
Zini says no: Gadi Eisenkot denied Shin Bet security as his staff alleges political motives
Shin Bet chief David Zini has finalized his decision not to provide state security for former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot, despite ongoing threats. The 'Yashar!' party chairman's staff claims the refusal is driven by political considerations.
Hamas under pressure from the ballot box - and now it is trying to build a front against Fatah | Anna Barsky
In closed discussions, the Shin Bet warns that due to regulations making it difficult to compete in the elections at the end of November, Hamas is trying to create partnerships with Palestinian factions to undermine Fatah's rule.