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Deep in Southern Lebanon: The Forces Dealing with the Drone Threat
The security establishment is working around the clock to find a solution to the explosive drone threat. At i24NEWS, we joined the forces and heard how they are dealing with the threat on the ground.
Lebanon Files Unprecedented Complaint Against Iran – and Ceasefire Talks to Resume with IDF and NSC Representatives
Tomorrow the "ceasefire" between Israel and Hezbollah, which was extended by President Trump but not upheld on the ground, will come to an end. In Washington, Lebanon will demand the withdrawal of the IDF, but…
Officer Who Accidentally Shot a Citizen Given Community Service: Police Internal Affairs Appeals Sentence
The Police Internal Affairs Department (Mahash) has filed an appeal against the acquittal of Chief Inspector Ohad Goldberg, who shot a citizen during a mistaken arrest. The prosecution is demanding a conviction and a harsher…
IDF preparing plan to return to Gaza fighting, depending on Iran ceasefire deal
A security source told Walla that signing a last-minute agreement with the Ayatollahs' regime could bring Israel closer to resuming fighting against Hamas in Gaza.
IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon infected with 'cave fever'
Seven IDF soldiers who were in Lebanon were diagnosed in recent days with cave fever, also known as "endemic relapsing fever," and were hospitalized in hospitals across the country.
IDF: Following the situational assessment, the Home Front Command defensive guidelines remain unchanged and in effect until Sunday, May 17th, 2026, at 20:00 PM.
The Other Iranian Energy Crisis: How Israeli Gas Disruptions Will Cost the Jewish State’s Economy
The production platform of Leviathan natural gas field is seen in the Mediterranean Sea, off the coast of Haifa, northern Israel June 9, 2021. Picture taken June 9, 2021. Photo: Reuters/Amir Cohen The global oil…
⚠️ The IDF intercepted a drone near Israeli forces in southern Lebanon a short while ago.
⚠️ The IDF intercepted a drone near Israeli forces in southern Lebanon a short while ago.
Netanyahu, Gaza Board of Peace envoy meet as Hamas flouts Trump truce
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met on Wednesday with Nickolay Mladenov, the High Representative for the Gaza Board of Peace , amid growing concerns over Hamas’s military resurgence in the Gaza Strip. Mladenov last met…
Rafael and VW agree deal to produce Iron Dome parts - report
German magazine “WirtschafWoche” reports that Volkswagen and Rafael will set up a joint venture for the production of trucks and other parts for the Iron Dome system.
This is the shocking report everyone needs to be talking about.
This is the shocking report everyone needs to be talking about. While NYT reporters make up vile lies, @CochavElkayam and her team just released a 298-page report, “Silenced No More,” documents the sexual atrocities of…
Israel has lost critical domestic weapons production capabilities, says state comptroller
The report warned that Jerusalem now relies on third parties for the raw materials needed to maintain its defence infrastructure
Of COURSE the @nytimes reached out to Hamas for a comment on the report detailing Hamas's weaponization of sexual violence on October 7. https://t.co/9K5uZEhcV6
Of COURSE the @nytimes reached out to Hamas for a comment on the report detailing Hamas's weaponization of sexual violence on October 7.
Israeli report on ‘systematic’ Oct. 7 sexual violence seeks to shift debate from denial to accountability
A sweeping new Israeli report on sexual violence committed during the Hamas-led Oct. 7 attacks and against hostages in Gaza concludes that the crimes formed part of a deliberate strategy. It also lays out a…
i24NEWS joins the IDF in a training exercise to combat drones and Hezbollah terrorists
'The IDF is looking for solutions to deal with Hezbollah drones' Hebrew Correspondent Yonatan Raveh (@yonatanraveh11) joins an IDF battalion for a training simulation as the soldiers prepare for more fighting in southern Lebanon 👇For…
🛡️ IDF ELIMINATES HEZBOLLAH OPERATIVES, DISMANTLES ROCKET LAUNCHERS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON AS DRONE INFILTRATION ATTEMPTS TARGET NORTHERN ISRAEL
🎯 The IDF published footage showing the elimination of a Hezbollah gunman who emerged from a tunnel near the Litani River. The operative was eliminated by troops from the Golani Brigade’s Reconnaissance Unit. ❌ Over…
Interceptor Fired at Suspicious Target Above IDF Forces in Lebanon
Air defense systems identified a suspicious target in an area where ground forces are operating in Lebanon. In response, an interceptor was fired at the target, but contact with it was lost immediately afterward. The…
⚠️ Looks like the NYT’s garbage “Israeli rape dog” Hamas propaganda piece was trying to muddy the waters ahead of the release of this comprehensive report on Hamas’ rape and sex…
⚠️ Looks like the NYT’s garbage “Israeli rape dog” Hamas propaganda piece was trying to muddy the waters ahead of the release of this comprehensive report on Hamas’ rape and sexual torture. @CNN calls it…
🎥 WATCH: Exclusive footage of living quarters used by Hezbollah terrorists.
🎥 WATCH: Exclusive footage of living quarters used by Hezbollah terrorists. During special operations to clear terrorist infrastructure from the Litani area, south of the Forward Defense Line, 100+ military targets were struck. Targets dismantled…
Business as Usual: Security Forces Seized Drug Smuggling at Jordan Border
Security forces thwarted a drug smuggling attempt last night by two Bedouins from Bir Hadaj, who tried to smuggle dozens of kilograms of drugs into Jordan through the border fence. Police clarify that this is…
A vehicle in Zebdine, southern Lebanon, was struck by an Israeli drone. Casualties reported. https://t.co/AyfF6hfYzP
A vehicle in Zebdine, southern Lebanon, was struck by an Israeli drone. Casualties reported.
Home Front Command Leaves Defense Policy Unchanged
Following the situation assessment, the Home Front Command's defense policy remains unchanged and will be in effect until this coming Sunday at 20:00.
Chief of Staff Reprimanded Soldier with 'Messianic' Patch — He Was Sentenced to 30 Days in Military Prison
During a visit to Samaria, Lt.-Gen. Herzi Halevi encountered a soldier wearing the patch on his uniform. He was court-martialed, and his commanders were also punished: 14 days suspended confinement for the platoon commander, a…
Within hours: Givati fighters reached the famous prison in Lebanon | Footage from the field
In the two Shiite villages, Hezbollah concentrated its centers of gravity in the area opposite the settlements of the Hula Valley in the north. This included sites from which various types of missiles were launched,…
IDF testing counter-drone technologies ahead of security meeting on rising drone threat
A security source reported that efforts are underway around the clock to develop solutions to be presented to Defense Minister Israel Katz.
IDF Chief of Staff: 'We are prepared from Judea and Samaria to Tehran'
Eyal Zamir conducted a situation assessment in northern Samaria and emphasized that the IDF is on constant alert.
Joint IDF and ISA announcement:
The IDF and ISA eliminated a Hamas Nukhba terrorist who took part in the infiltration of the Nahal Oz Outpost, during which IDF soldiers were killed and kidnapped on October 7th Last week (Wednesday), the…
Hamas Blocks Rafah Reconstruction, Halting Gaza Rebuilding Effort Amid Ceasefire Stalemate
The damaged Al-Shifa Hospital during the war in Gaza City, March 31, 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Dawoud Abu Alkas Hamas members have reportedly blocked international efforts to begin reconstruction work in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza,…
🚨 ALERT: HEZBOLLAH ATTACKS UNIFIL REPEATEDLY
🚨 ALERT: HEZBOLLAH ATTACKS UNIFIL REPEATEDLY Hezbollah terrorists have attacked UNIFIL positions with explosive drones several times in recent days. Last Thursday, a Hezbollah explosive drone hit a UNIFIL position. On Sunday, a Hezbollah drone…
Palestinian to be indicted over Samaria car-ramming that killed Israeli teen
Israeli prosecutors plan to indict a Palestinian man accused of carrying out a car-ramming near the Samaria community of Homesh in March that killed 18-year-old Yehuda Shmuel Sherman, authorities said on Wednesday. Dawas Hassun, a…
When they make a movie about the search for his body in Hamas tunnels, what should they call it? https://t.co/gJfUCfeuL3
When they make a movie about the search for his body in Hamas tunnels, what should they call it?
‘It devastates us’: Families of October 7 victims react as full extent of horrors are revealed in historic report
Evidence and testimony gathered by commission catalogues shocking extent of savagery and sexual violence during attacks
⚠️ DAMNING REPORT: The Commission approached @nytimes MONTHS ago with a report on Hamas’s systematic sexual violence. NYT wasn’t interested. Worse, NYT knew the publication date…
⚠️ DAMNING REPORT: The Commission approached @nytimes MONTHS ago with a report on Hamas’s systematic sexual violence. NYT wasn’t interested. Worse, NYT knew the publication date and ran a Hamas propaganda piece the day before.
⚠️ IDF ELIMINATES HEZBOLLAH TERRORISTS IN LITANI OPERATIONS AS IAF INTERCEPTS UAVS AND STRIKES THREATS IN LEBANON AND GAZA
🪖 IDF troops have been operating over the past week in a special operation in the Litani area to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and establish operational control south of the Forward Defense Line. Troops located Hezbollah…
The Heroes Who Were Abandoned: The Comptroller Reveals the Failure in Handling the Security Coordinators
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman publishes a severe report on the security coordinators in the conflict communities, who were the first to fight in the October 7 attack. Despite their heroism, the report reveals long-standing failures…
Indictment against 'Operations Officer' of Gor
Elazar Vigdorovich was arrested at Ben Gurion Airport after being recently deported from the US in coordination with Israel, and the prosecution is requesting to extend his detention until the end of proceedings.
Brigade Commander's Warning to the Gaza Envelope: "It Seems Fighting Will Resume Because Hamas Has Not Yet Been Disarmed"
Two years and seven months after the massacre, footage of armed men demonstrating control in the Strip is being circulated on networks. The commander of the Northern Brigade of the Gaza Division conducted a tour…
From Cars to Launchers: Volkswagen to Produce Iron Dome in Germany
Volkswagen and Rafael are advancing a joint venture to produce components for Iron Dome systems in Germany. Under the agreement, a German automotive plant is expected to be converted into a military production line.
Mossad chief Barnea visited UAE at least twice to coordinate during Operation Roaring Lion - report
Barnea reportedly flew to the UAE in March and April.
IDF warns: Evacuate villages in southern Lebanon
IDF warns residents of multiple Lebanese villages to evacuate; Lebanese media reports eight dead in vehicle strike south of Beirut.
IDF: Earlier today (Wednesday), IDF soldiers and Israel Border Police officers were dispatched to the area of Jiljilyya, following reports of several Israeli civilians who entered…
IDF: Earlier today (Wednesday), IDF soldiers and Israel Border Police officers were dispatched to the area of Jiljilyya, following reports of several Israeli civilians who entered Jiljilyya after livestock had been stolen from an illegal…
Evolving Drone War in Southern Lebanon Increasingly Defines Israel-Hezbollah Fight
A screengrab taken from a video released by Hezbollah says to show an Israeli D9 armored bulldozer moments before being hit by an FPV drone attack, in Bint Jbeil, Lebanon, with the date of the…
Marwan Barghouti is an archterrorist convicted on five counts of murder.
Marwan Barghouti is an archterrorist convicted on five counts of murder. He might “shake things up” like “intifada” means “shaking off.”
IDF kills 15 Hezbollah terrorists, hits Southern Lebanon launchers
The Israeli Air Force struck and killed 15 Hezbollah terrorists as ground forces in Southern Lebanon continued to dismantle rocket launchers aimed at Israeli civilians and soldiers, the military said on Tuesday. The aerial attacks…
OTD 1936. Arabs bombed Haifa mayor's house because he was too friendly to Jews. https://t.co/ZzRqgtpola
OTD 1936. Arabs bombed Haifa mayor's house because he was too friendly to Jews.
Exclusive: British-Iranian lives in fear after suspected IRGC agent offered him £40,000 to murder UK journalist
The Iranian, who has lived in UK for a decade, reported the incident to the police and warned the target of the plot
🎯 IDF ELIMINATES HEZBOLLAH ROCKET CELL IN SOUTHERN LEBANON, STRIKES TERROR INFRASTRUCTURE, AND MILITARY COURT CONVICTS TERRORIST WHO KILLED SSGT. AMIT BEN YIGAL
🎯 IDF ELIMINATES HEZBOLLAH ROCKET CELL AFTER ATTACK ON TROOPS: IDF soldiers identified a terrorist launch cell attempting to transfer a rocket launcher on a truck after firing rockets toward IDF soldiers operating in southern…
Dangerous Dependence Abroad: Report Reveals the Failure That Left the IDF Without Fire
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman publishes a severe report on the long-term neglect of 'Blue-and-White' weapons production capabilities • The report reveals how the atrophy of production lines and preference for procurement abroad increased dependence, harmed…
More than two and a half years later | IDF closed the account with the terrorist who attacked Nahal Oz
The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated in an airstrike Hamza Sharabasi, a commander in the Shuja'iyya battalion of Hamas, who participated in the massacre at Nahal Oz where soldiers were murdered and kidnapped.
IDF Declared It Controls the Anti-Tank Line — But Hezbollah Found a New Way to Bypass It
A day after the IDF announced the raid beyond the Litani, forces on the ground continue to contend with Hezbollah's explosive drones, alongside face-to-face battles with terrorists of the terror organization. IDF: 'We continue to…
Hamas is gaining strength again - and it will explode in our faces: The Gaza Envelope sees it all with their own eyes
"When we look at Gaza we see Hamas. It hasn't disappeared," said Shaike Shaked, a farmer from Moshav Netiv HaAsara on the border of the Gaza Strip. "We are cultivating it, giving it money, the…
US returns two rare, ancient coins to Israel following joint antiquities theft investigation
One of the coins, depicting the Temple's seven-branched menorah, was minted in Hasmonean-ruled Jerusalem, while the other, the second of its kind ever found, was minted in ancient Ashkelon.
Terrorist who murdered Yehuda Sherman to be indicted
Investigation reveals Palestinian Arab terrorist deliberately rammed Israelis, killing Yehuda Sherman; terrorist's son also expected to face indictment.
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff in northern Samaria: “We have created a new security reality across all arenas.
However, the operation is not over. The IDF is prepared to renew fighting if required and remains in a state of constant readiness for both defensive and offensive activity, from Judea and Samaria to Tehran.”…
New Israeli Law Sets Military Tribunal for Hamas Oct. 7 Terrorists
Hand prints and other markings made in the soot on a wall are seen, nearly a year since the deadly Oct. 7 attack by Hamas, in Kibbutz Beeri, southern Israel, Sept. 15, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Amir…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a limited security consultation this evening with senior defense officials and several ministers.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a limited security consultation this evening with senior defense officials and several ministers.
Huckabee: Israel may have to disarm Hamas on its own
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said Tuesday that Israel may have to disarm Hamas, amid growing indications the Islamic terror group is reasserting control over parts of Gaza in defiance of a ceasefire agreement…
Who wants us to leak more Mossad dog ops? https://t.co/yVsbmj2H0R
Who wants us to leak more Mossad dog ops?
IDF soldier jailed for holding cigarette in mouth of statue of Mary
The incident is the latest in a string of rows between Israel and the global Christian community
⚠️ IDF PREPARES TO EXPAND OPERATIONS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON AS HEZBOLLAH MISSILE AND DRONE THREATS CONTINUE AND ISRAEL ADVANCES OCTOBER 7 TERROR PROSECUTION LAW
🛡️ Sirens warning of rocket fire sounded in Neve Yam, in the Carmel region south of Haifa. The IDF later clarified that an interceptor was launched toward a suspicious target, and the alert was activated…
