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Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:28:18 GMT
'Helplessness, uncontrollable fear': Romi Gonen shares how Iran war brings back Gaza trauma
“Notice the people outside who need help,” she wrote. “The siren caught me twice on the road, and it immediately threw me back into helplessness and uncontrollable fear.”

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:27:34 GMT
IDF documents first-ever Alpinist Unit cross-border mountain operation
IDF troops operated in complex mountainous terrain using specialized capabilities to gather intelligence and locate terrorist infrastructure.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:16:27 GMT
Hundreds of kilos of protected plant siezed by Israel Nature and Parks Authority in Golan
In a separate operation in the Menashe region, an Israel Nature and Parks Authority inspector seized additional sacks containing approximately 6 kilograms of akoub and about 25 kilograms of hyssop.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:13:28 GMT
Born under fire: MDA delivers baby in Jerusalem minutes before rushing to shelter
MDA said the baby was born healthy at home, turning what began as an emergency into a brief moment of relief for the family.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:57:37 GMT
Some 100 shelters to be placed in Bedouin communities after doctor, infant son wounded
The move by the IDF Home Front Command comes after appeals by local council heads and residents to address the lack of protection in the area.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:50:52 GMT
US-born IDF soldier killed while fighting in Lebanon, military announces
Katz, 22, was born in New Haven, Connecticut, United States, and was killed during an attack where three other soldiers were moderately wounded.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:53:49 GMT
Israel ranks eighth globally in 2026 World Happiness Index despite war
Israel's resilience shines through as it maintains a top 10 spot in global happiness rankings amid the emotional and social challenges of wartime.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:43:55 GMT
Police arrest 18 as anti-war protests spread across Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem
Thousands of people demonstrated at three main rallies across the country, in Tel Aviv at Habima Square, in Haifa near the Horev Center, and in Jerusalem at Paris Square.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:58:31 GMT
IDF says up to 90% of Iran’s weapons industry could be hit within days
Israeli defense officials said Saturday that most of Iran’s military-industrial infrastructure has already been damaged and that further strikes could push that figure to 90% within days.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 19:04:44 GMT
IDF detains CNN journalists in the West Bank, one crew member injured, cameras damaged
IDF soldiers detained a CNN crew covering settler violence for at least two hours. One photographer was injured, and his camera was damaged.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:50:20 GMT
Nineteen injured near Beit Shemesh, reports of shrapnel impact in Eilat as Iran targets Israel
Israeli emergency services reported that several homes and a synagogue were damaged as a result of the fall in the Beit Shemesh area.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 13:26:48 GMT
Jaffa man shot to death in 66th Israeli Arab murder this year
The victim's underage son was also shot, receiving moderate leg wounds in the incident, which police suspect is criminal.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:18:10 GMT
Fitch holds Israel's credit rating at 'A', but debt and war cloud outlook
The US-Israeli strikes on Iran have added to concerns over Israel's deficit, with Fitch noting that Israel's "fractious domestic politics" could hinder fiscal consolidation.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:46:19 GMT
IDF arrests 80 wanted individuals, seizes weapons during West Bank operations
The IDF completed multiple operations in the West Bank, arresting 80 wanted individuals, seizing firearms and drones, and addressing rising violence amid settler attacks in the region.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 03:27:19 GMT
IAF intercepts over 90% of drones launched by Iran, Hezbollah during Operation Roaring Lion
The IDF uses several means to intercept enemy drones, though the Iron Beam laser system has yet to significantly affect drone intrusions.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:45:55 GMT
Israeli air force strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut for second time on Friday
IDF attacks in Beirut often target the southern suburb of Dahiyeh, long considered a Hezbollah stronghold.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:57:57 GMT
From loss to lifesaving: United Hatzalah officer Linor Attias reflects on her journey to save lives
“Nothing prepared me for October 7,” said United Hatzalah senior officer Linor Attias. “This is my people, my country. I was one of the victims.”

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:05:45 GMT
Yaakov Erez, former Maariv editor and Sokolov Prize winner, dies at 87
Erez, a Sokolov Prize winner, was behind many exclusive stories and investigations.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:55:55 GMT
IDF soldier, combat officer severely wounded during operational accident in southern Lebanon
The soldiers have been taken to a hospital, and their families have been notified.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:11:02 GMT
IDF Home Front Command to extend siren warning times for Hezbollah rockets
This could double the amount of time that Israelis have to reach a sheltered area in the event of Hezbollah terrorists launching rockets towards Israeli civilian locations.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:48:05 GMT
Grapevine, March 27, 2026: A welcome break
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:27:24 GMT
WATCH: IDF continues counterterrorism ops. in Gaza Strip, including destroying terror tunnels
The IDF's Southern Command continues operations to destroy terror infrastructure and remove threats in the Gaza Strip, killing over 60 Hamas terrorists last month.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:52:47 GMT
IAF reservist accused of leaking Iran strike details for profit via Polymarket betting
An Israel Air Force reservist is accused of sharing classified details of an Israeli strike in Iran with a friend who used the information to place profitable online bets.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:13:38 GMT
One month of war uncertainty leaves Israel’s political map unchanged - poll
The poll further found that 51% of Israelis do not trust US President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a way that would preserve Israel’s interests.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:57:59 GMT
Tunnel systems, dissenting launch crews: A glimpse into the IDF's hunt for Iran's missile launchers
Of the approximately 470 launchers, fewer than 180 (40%) remain operational, while the rest are severely damaged or destroyed in airstrikes.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:44:11 GMT
As Hezbollah rockets fall, emergency medics in Israel’s North work double shifts
As missiles, cluster bombs, and Hezbollah rockets fall across Israel during the latest two-front war, MDA volunteers are often the first on the scene.

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:43:44 GMT
Maccabi Tel Aviv keeps Euroleague Playoff hopes alive with win over Fenerbahce
It was yet another game that demonstrated yet again how critical the club’s Israeli contingent is, as Roman Sorkin and Tamir Blatt both starred for Oded Katash’s squad.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:39:27 GMT
Eurovision Song Contest oddsmakers predict Israel will win televoting again this year
The Eurovision World website presented the oddsmakers who predict the televoting results separately from the overall results, and according to them, Israel has a 26% chance of topping the televoting.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:34:04 GMT
Chief of Staff Zamir warns IDF will collapse due to lack of manpower, raises 'ten red flags'
Israel would still need more soldiers in peacetime, while there is still no law set in place to significantly increase haredi conscription into the army.

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:23:11 GMT
Gulf nations take lead on Iran at UN while Europe weakens stance, Danon tells 'Post' - interview
While sharply criticizing European countries, the ambassador noted that regional rivals had set aside their differences to face a common threat.

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