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Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:34:19 GMTIDF confirms death of Basij leader Soleimani, confirms Larijani also targeted in Tehran
The leak of the attempt itself suggests a significant possibility that Larijani has been killed or at least wounded.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:53:32 GMTDozens of Breslov Hasidim barricade themselves in Joseph’s Tomb in Nablus following break-in
Nablus is classified as Area A, under the security control of the Palestinian Authority.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:30:08 GMTIsrael’s defense budget rises to NIS 177 billion amid Iran war and northern front tensions
In a closed discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the defense establishment has increased its demands to NIS 177 billion, with the possibility that the war with Iran will take longer.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:14:30 GMTTwenty thousand Israelis still stranded abroad as Operation Roaring Lion develops
The only Israeli airline that can carry out the mission on a significant scale is El Al, which has the largest fleet of wide-body aircraft in Israel, including Dreamliners and Boeing 777s.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:33:20 GMTWATCH: IDF begins limited ground operations targeting Hezbollah in northern Israel
The stated objective is “to remove threats and create an additional layer of security for residents of northern Israel.”
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 07:45:41 GMTHerzog welcomes Israelis home from wartime rescue flights at Ben-Gurion airport
Herzog drew a connection between Israelis returning home after the long wartime journey and the upcoming holiday of Passover, and the ancient Jewish exodus from Egypt.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:58:38 GMTSirens, interceptions heard across central Israel as Iran launches missile barrage
According to Magen David Adom, no casualties or severe injuries have been reported. MDA paramedics were dispatched to treat individuals who were injured while making their way into protected areas.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:49:15 GMTPolice, Border Patrol arrest two for online incitement against Israel, support for Iranian regime
Two suspects, a 22-year-old man and a 35-year-old man, were arrested after monitoring of their social media accounts revealed the suspects praising the Iranian regime’s attacks against Israel.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:03:51 GMTUS formally defends Israel in International Court of Justice genocide case
The US said in a formal filing that the claim of genocide was “false” and part of a broader campaign “to delegitimize the State of Israel and the Jewish people and to justify or encourage terrorism."
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:34:19 GMTIsraeli group quietly organized charter flights evacuating Palestinians from Gaza - report
The organization, Ad Kan, a right-wing Israeli organization founded by Gilad Ach, an Israeli combat reservist and West Bank settler activist, coordinated the flights via a company called Al-Majd.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:50:18 GMTKAN 11 to rerun 'Tehran' series at midnight every night
The series, which was produced by KAN and Apple TV+, won an International Emmy for Best Drama series and shows the Iranian regime getting its butt kicked by the heroic Mossad agent Tamar Rabinyan.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:46:01 GMTIDF kills Hamas anti-tank corps commander in Gaza, terrorists throwing rocks in West Bank
Hamas terrorist Kamal Ayash was an anti-tank corps commander and was killed following an incident in which Ayash attempted to attack IDF troops.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:37:36 GMTLiberman: Israel mismanaging war, missing chance to end Hezbollah, Iran regime - interview
MK Avigdor Liberman warns that Israel is missing a critical opportunity to eliminate Hezbollah and topple the Iranian regime, urging decisive military and diplomatic action to ensure security.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:11:53 GMTEx-defense officials: IDF W. Bank chief failing to stop Jewish violence; IDF: We need gov't help
Former defense officials urge the IDF to take action against the growing threat of Jewish violence in the West Bank, warning it could undermine national security.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:45:11 GMTGal Gadot directs Genesis Prize toward Israel’s post-October 7 recovery
The matching-gifts program, launched with the Jewish Funders Network, supports NGOs helping Israelis cope with trauma, loss, and displacement after the October 7 massacre and ongoing conflicts.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:15:33 GMTBen-Gvir approves 41 Jerusalem neighborhoods with 300,000 residents for gun license eligibility
"I call on Jerusalem residents: go get a gun license. Guns save lives, ” National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:09:23 GMTInside the 'post-war' debate about annexing West Bank among right-leaning security officials
Bithonistim's new strategy could have far-reaching consequences for the country's future.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:08:33 GMTEmergency standby squad shoots down Hezbollah drone using small arms in Western Galilee
The actions by the standby squad prevented a potentially serious hit near a residential area, with the police informing that the drone was loaded with explosives.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:00:55 GMTHundreds of public housing units damaged by Iranian missiles, restoration in progress
Since Operation Roaring Lion, hundreds of public housing units have been damaged by Iranian missiles. Restoration efforts continue, with volunteers aiding in the cleanup.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:57:37 GMT'Winning in Tehran, losing in Jerusalem': Israeli opposition leaders slam gov't's wartime conduct
“We are winning in Tehran and losing in Jerusalem. Instead of focusing on dismantling the regime in Tehran, they are busy splitting the role of the attorney-general," Benny Gantz said.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:55:14 GMTEl Al expands US rescue options after Iran war disruptions, says Americans remain a top priority
El Al is bringing 35,000 passengers back home during wartime, offering fixed-price rescue flights despite restrictions and prioritizing US-bound flights for stranded travelers.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:48:12 GMTIDF sources initially skeptical of Katz returning Force 100 Sde Teiman guards to service
Katz’s push to reinstate the Sde Teiman guards faces skepticism from the IDF and legal experts, with doubts over his authority and legal basis for returning them to service.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:36:54 GMTMDA warns of chemical exposure risk, 'two-phase poisoning process' from Iranian missile fuel
Since the operation began, hundreds of missiles and drones have been fired at Israel, creating numerous impact zones across the country.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:34:13 GMTWATCH: 'Weapon of the weak': Herzog visits Rishon Lezion missile impact site, damaged residence
President Herzog visited Rishon Lezion and Zarzir after Iranian missile hits, condemned Iran’s brutality, and praised Israeli unity against shared threats.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:31:26 GMTRecord-high number of Israelis trust IDF's command, only 54% trust gov't's decisions - poll
The patterns repeat in Israelis' trust in "President Trump to 'do the right thing' regarding US–Israeli relations," with a record-breaking 75% answering positively.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:27:11 GMTWhat are cluster munitions and how does Israel intercept them? - explainer
The use of cluster-bomb-carrying missiles has raised questions among the public regarding the interception capability of air defense systems.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:54:17 GMTJewish-American woman deported from Israel after witnessing child struck by car in West Bank
The woman was deported after being involved with a security incident in which a Jewish settler hit a 5-year-old Palestinian child with the side mirror of his vehicle.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:54:35 GMTMifal HaPais allocates NIS 20m in emergency aid to local authorities amid Iran war
The funding package is intended to help municipalities maintain welfare, evacuation, disability support, and emotional assistance services during Operation Roaring Lion.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:33:32 GMTCoalition advances controversial, 'non-essential' legislation in Knesset amid war
Both coalition and opposition lawmakers had called to put political disputes aside and focus on unity at the start of the war.
Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:14:50 GMTIDF 9900 intel official: We destroyed Iran's base for attacking satellites to keep space supremacy
According to the officer from the IDF's clandestine satellite intelligence division, the goal of the attack was to maintain Israel's supremacy in space, especially regarding satellite surveillance.