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Terrorism / IDF & Security

US Embassy Condemns Demolition of Home of Terrorist Who Murdered Israeli Yeshiva Student

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Muntasar Shalabi, shot at a group of Yeshiva students waiting at a bus stop in Samaria at the beginning of May, killing Gueta, 19, and wounding two of his friends.

IDF & Security / Antisemitism / Florida

Anti-Israel Activists Accuse IDF of Exploiting Disaster in Surfside, Florida

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

B’nai B’rith International was “outraged and disgusted” by “anti-Zionist and anti-Semitic” tweets.

IDF & Security

Israeli Navy to Receive Four New Fast-Patrol Vessels

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The vessel can accelerate from zero to 40 knots in 60 seconds and operate in shallow waters. It can carry an array of lightweight weapons systems, navigation and other combat systems.

IDF & Security / US / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Israel Aerospace Industries, Lockheed Martin, to Cooperate on Integrated Air and Missile Defense

By Jewish Press News Desk

Combining the development capabilities and the vast know-how of Lockheed Martin and IAI experience will create win-win opportunities for both sides.

IDF & Security / Lebanon

Israeli Defense Minister: ‘We are Ready to Act’ to Help Lebanon

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“As an Israeli, as a Jew and as a human being, my heart aches seeing the images of people going hungry on the streets of Lebanon,” says Benny Gantz.

IDF & Security / Science and Tech

Israel Defense Prize 2021 Awarded to IDF, Mossad, Shin Bet, Defense Ministry, and Israeli Defense Industries

By Jewish Press News Desk

"It is your spirits and belief in the righteousness of your missions that make you, my dear ones, the best.”

IDF & Security / Lebanon

21 Years Later, Israel Honors Troops of South Lebanon Army

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

A special memorial prayer was recited in Arabic in honor of the fallen soldiers.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Terrorist Killed during Attack on Israel Community of Aish Kodesh

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

One of the terrorists threw two explosive devices at the IDF forces, who responded by shooting and killing him.

Terrorism / IDF & Security

Female Soldier Stabbed, Weapon Stolen

By Jewish Press News Desk

The attack happened near her Jordan Valley base.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Egypt

Hamas and Israeli Teams in Cairo for Negotiations on Long-Term Ceasefire

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

Hamas’s arrival in Cairo occurred as an Israeli delegation arrived in the Egyptian capital, for the second time in a week.

IDF & Security / NY

IDF Using Advanced Tech to Locate Victims in Surfside

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

An operational team of Unit 9900, of the Intelligence Division, built a computerized three-dimensional model that mapped the building that collapsed, thus streamlining the process of locating the bodies in the building.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Hamas / Israeli Arabs

Ayelet Shaked Signs Off on Revocation of Hamas Terrorist’s Israeli Citizenship

By Yori Yalon

Ashraf Hassan took advantage of his Israeli citizenship to move around the country freely in pursuit of his plans to kidnap and kill an Israeli soldier, say military officials.

IDF & Security / Iran

Former Iranian Intelligence Minister: ‘Mossad has Penetrated the Regime’

By Neta Bar / Israel Hayom

Many senior Iranian officials are in on the plot, says Ali Younesi, who served under reformist president Mohammad Khatami from 2000-2005.

IDF & Security / Government / News Briefs

Gantz, Liberman Agree to Cancel Plan to Shorten IDF Service

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The IDF has objected to shortening the service as it cannot utilize the fruits of its training for long if the service time for conscripts is reduced.

Headline / IDF & Security / Science and Tech

Israel Completes First-Ever Interception Tests Using High-Power Laser

By Jewish Press News Desk

"The laser system will add a new layer of protection at greater ranges and in facing a variety of threats."

IDF & Security

IAF Flies with US, Italian, British Forces in 2-Week Drill

By Yaakov Lappin

“There are certain things that only F-35s can communicate to one another.”

IDF & Security / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

IAI Completes Delivery of 100 Electric Mini-UAVs to Undisclosed 'European Customer'

By Jewish Press News Desk

IAI’s 50% acquisition of BlueBird Aero Systems, which was recently approved by Israel's government, is tapping into the potential of an emerging trend.

Headline / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

IDF Attacks Gaza in Retaliation for Hamas Terror Balloons

By Jewish Press News Desk

Earlier in the day, Hamas launched dozens of terror balloon attacks.

IDF & Security / Government

Israel's NSC Head & Military Secretary to Continue Positions in Bennett Government

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Bennett received his first security briefings in his office Sunday night from both men.

IDF & Security / US / Politics / Left vs. Right / Boycott / BDS / Diaspora / On Campus / Education

Zoom Fun: Hebrew U Senior Lecturer Charges Israel with Ethnic Cleansing of Arabs

By Jewish Press News Desk

"If she thinks Israel is so bad, she is welcome to renounce her Israeli citizenship and go live under the Palestinian Authority or Hamas. She won't be missed."

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Science and Tech

Israeli Defense Companies Sign MOU to Develop New Rocket-Propulsion System

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

A statement said that the two entities “will expand their existing synergy” for use by the Israeli Defense Ministry, Israel Defense Forces and foreign armed forces.

IDF & Security

IDF Welcomes Second Advanced Sa’ar 6 Patrol Corvette

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The ship was handed over at Thyssenkrupp (TKMS) marine systems dockyards in Germany to the Israel Navy about two weeks ago.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

Survey: 82% of Israelis Believe Only Full Defeat of Hamas Can End Conflict, Most Believe Fighting Should Have Continued

By Jewish Press News Desk

90% support or strongly support the assassination of Hamas leaders, 76% support the cessation of Qatar funding for the Gaza Strip, 74% support stopping the supply of building materials, those that can have dual purpose, into the Gaza Strip.

IDF & Security / Lebanon

After 18 Hours, IDF Captures 2 Infiltrators from Lebanon

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The initial incident was feared to be a terror attack, and the IDF sent residents in the area into shelters and secure spaces.

IDF & Security / US / Iran

Gantz Meets with Biden Officials as US Lawmakers Encourage Iron Dome Replenishment

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“I’m looking forward to discuss, as we have discussed before, the challenges that we have with Iran, with the Palestinians,” Gantz said to Blinken before the meeting. “As far as Gaza concerned, we do look for stability and prosperity for everybody,” said Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Featured / IDF & Security / US / Iran

Gantz Seeks New Understanding, In a Quiet Way, with US on Iran

By Yaakov Lappin

The defense minister shares Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Benjamin’s grave concern over the emerging Iran nuclear deal, though believes that strategic dialogue, as opposed to a more defiant posture, is the way forward with Israel’s greatest ally.

IDF & Security / Business and Economy / Science and Tech / Asia

IAI Signs $200 Million Drone Service Contract with Undisclosed Asian Country

By Jewish Press News Desk

IAI’s UAS know-how and experience have been accumulated over nearly 50 years, representing two million aggregate flight hours and over 50 customers worldwide.

IDF & Security / Business and Economy / Science and Tech / Australia, New Zealand and Oceania

Israel, Australia, Collaborating on Australian Sovereign Defense Capabilities

By Jewish Press News Desk

The joint capabilities are synergetic and the joint effort will provide leading innovative local solutions for the benefit of Australian industries.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Rockets from Gaza

IDF Recommends Upgrading Fortified Windows in Israel’s South After Child Killed by Hamas Rocket

By Israel Hayom

The IDF recommends the rocket proof windows be replaced with thicker ones, due to advances in Gaza rocket technology.

IDF & Security / US / Iran

Netanyahu: Israel Will Get Rid of Iran’s Existential Threat, Even if US Opposes

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Israel’s “greatest threat is the existential threat posed by Iran’s efforts to arm itself with nuclear weapons, whether to threaten us directly – with atomic weapons – with the destruction of a small state, or to threaten us with tens of thousands of missiles or a great many missiles backed by a nuclear umbrella."

IDF & Security / Business and Economy

Israel’s Defense Exports Reach $8.3 B. in 2020; 15% Growth in Deals

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Asia and the Pacific region led 44% of the deals, Europe followed with 30% of the contracts, North America with 20%, Africa with 4%, and Latin America with 2%.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

IDF Seeks to Fast-Track Revolutionary Approach to Lessening Future Rocket Fire

By Yaakov Lappin

The Israeli military is developing a new system to intercept rockets at their ascent stage, using a network of sensors and missiles to destroy active enemy launchers within 10 to 15 seconds.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

Blaze in South Caused by Arson Balloon from Gaza, DM Says Israel will not Accept Breaches of Sovereignty from Gaza

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Gazan terrorists launched arson balloons toward Israel on Monday and set fire to a wheat field in the south, the first such officially documented attack since Operation Guardian of the Walls. There have been other suspicious fires that local farmers blamed on arson balloons. Firefighters from the Southern District fought the fire in the field […]

IDF & Security / Iran / News Briefs

Mossad Chief: Israel Should Increase Activities against Iran

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Jerusalem is fearful of the new agreement that is taking shape between the Biden administration and Iran, which Israel believes will ultimately enable Iran to build nuclear weapons.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza

Gaza Terrorist Infiltrator Neutralized in Eshkol Region

By Jewish Press News Desk

There are unconfirmed reports that an Israeli security chief was lightly wounded in the attack.

IDF & Security / US / Iran

Revival of Iran Nuclear Deal Increases Chance of War, says Think-Tank Head

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Rejoining the JCPOA in 2021 is more reckless than when the U.S. agreed to it in 2015,” said JINSA CEO and president Michael Makovsky.

IDF & Security / Iran

‘Courageous and Independent Decisions’: Netanyahu talks Israeli Action against Iran’s Nuclear Program

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

In Tehran in 2017, Iran unveiled a digital clock in the city’s Palestine Square counting down the days to what it says will be the destruction of Israel in 2040.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

Israel Picks New Mossad Chief

By Jewish Press News Desk

Outgoing Mossad chief Yossi Cohen was awarded the Prime Minister's award for Mossad operations.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs

Israel Seizes Millions Worth of Equipment and Materials on Way to Hamas

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

More than NIS 1 Million in Hamas gold was also discovered being smuggled to terrorists in Judea and Samaria.

IDF & Security / United Nations (UN) / Rockets from Gaza

UN Security Council Ignores Hamas Rocket Attacks on Israel

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

In its statement, the Security Council fails to mention Hamas by name and only remarks on “Palestinian rocket fire.”

IDF & Security

Watch: Concluding Remarks by Netanyahu, Gantz and Kochavi

By Jewish Press News Desk

PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Benny Gantz and Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi delivered their concluding remarks on Operation Guardian of the Walls against the attacks by Hamas from Gaza.

Featured / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

Ceasefire Reportedly ‘Not Before Friday,’ As Gaza Rockets, Israeli Air Force Strikes Persist

By Yaakov Lappin

IDF official: Hamas’s force build-up process is problem • Vital to disrupt future re-armament programs to prevent new escalation in near future.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

Hamas Fires 70 Rockets at Israel; 90% Intercepted by Iron Dome

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Over 4000 rockets have been launched at Israel from Gaza since Hamas launched this latest round of fighting.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / Jordan / Rockets from Gaza

Aid on Way to Gaza Once Again Shelled by Hamas

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The shipment included a number of trucks with medical equipment destined for the Jordanian hospital in the Gaza Strip.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs / United Nations (UN)

UN Rebukes Hamas for Bombing its Aid for Gaza

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

It is unclear why Hamas doesn't want humanitarian aid to reach its civilian population.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / US / Politics / Eye on "Palestine" / Left vs. Right / "Peace" Process / Normalization / Abraham Accords / Gulf States / UAE

Mike Pence Blames Gaza Violence on Joe Biden

By Jewish Press News Desk

"Americans should pray for the peace of Jerusalem and stand without apology for our most cherished ally, Israel, until the violence is quelled and Israel’s security is restored."

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

Watch: IDF Destroys Hamas 'Metro' Terror Tunnel System

By Jewish Press News Desk

Aerial footage of the terror tunnel network under Gaza being destroyed.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

WATCH: IAF Bombs Home of Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The targets included the homes of Hamas Politburo Chairman Yahya Sinwar and his brother Muhammad Sinwar, who is in charge of the organization’s supply and manpower in Khan Yunis.

IDF & Security / US / Palestinian Authority

US Envoy Hady Amr Arrives in Israel to De-Escalate Conflict

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The envoy aims to “reinforce the need to work toward a sustainable calm, recognizing Israel’s right to self-defense.”

IDF & Security / Business and Economy / Rockets from Gaza

Chevron Shuts Down Tamar Gas Field Off Israel’s Coast Amid Gaza Rocket Fire

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The office of Israeli Minister of Energy Yuval Steinitz assured the public that its energy needs will not be affected by the temporary closure.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / US / Gaza / Hamas / United Nations (UN)

For Second Time, US Blocks Security Council Statement on Mideast Violence

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

It appears that U.S. officials were concerned that the proposed statements on the situation did not adequately address Israeli concerns.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

Hamas Seeking a Way Out: Shortage in Rockets, Loss of Assets, Launching Capabilities Hindered

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

Hamas is also aware of the serious damage to its senior ranks over the past 24 hours and is troubled by the loss of important infrastructure and key members of its organization.

Featured / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Health and Medicine

First-Hand Account of EMT Who Treated Cardiac Arrest Patient under Rocket Attack

By Jewish Press News Desk

Asher Tzvi made sure his wife and kids were safe and raced out to his ambucycle, wearing protective headgear and a bulletproof vest.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

IAF Hits Hamas HQs in Gaza in Response to Bombardment

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The IAF carried out precision attacks on Hamas and Islamic Jihad headquarters, intelligence centers, strategic targets, and homes of Hamas leaders, situated in high-rise buildings and embedded in civilian centers.

IDF & Security / US / News Briefs

Trump: Biden Encouraging Attacks by Not Backing Israel

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

“Lack of support for Israel is leading to new attacks on our allies,” said former President Donald Trump.

Featured / IDF & Security / US / Antisemitism / Rockets from Gaza

Ilhan Omar Accuses Israel of ‘Act of Terrorism’ for Gaza Strikes

By Aaron Bandler / Jewish Journal

International human rights lawyer Arsen Ostrovsky accused Omar of being “a shill for Hamas.”

Headline / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

Ashkelon: 2 Israelis Killed in Rocket Attack

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Two Israelis, including an 80-year-old woman, were killed Tuesday when a massive barrage of rockets hit the city of Ashkelon.

Headline / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / Rockets from Gaza

Terrorists Fire Over 200 Rockets at Israel, IAF Strike 130 Terror Targets

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Some of the rockets exploded in Sderot and in Ashkelon and some buildings incurred a direct hit. Most were intercepted.

IDF & Security / Police and Crime

Case 3000: Submarine Cases against David Shimron and Former Navy Commander Marom Closed

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Prime Minister Netanyahu is not suspected of any wrongdoing in the case and has been cleared by the relevant authorities.

Terrorism / IDF & Security

Border Police Foiled Mega Terror Attack in Jerusalem on Friday

By Jewish Press News Desk

The terrorists didn't plan to attack the police station on Friday, their goal was Jews in Jerusalem, but that got foiled.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Hezbollah

Hezbollah on High Alert ahead of IDF’s Largest-Ever Drill

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi decided not to cancel or postpone the exercise despite the mounting tensions in Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria, and the Gaza Strip.

IDF & Security / Lebanon / Hezbollah

New Reports Map out Hezbollah’s Missile Arsenal, Expose New Military Sites

By Yaakov Lappin

From short-range Burkan rockets with massive warheads that can destroy buildings to medium-range Iranian Fateh 110 missiles that can reach greater Tel Aviv, the Alma Center sheds new light on how Lebanon is brimming with Hezbollah’s firepower.

IDF & Security / US

Army Corps of Engineers Completed Hardened Hangar for Israel's F-35s

By Jewish Press News Desk

This is not the first hardened hangar project the US Army Corps of Engineers has helped deliver in Israel in support of the F-35 program, and it likely won’t be the last.

IDF & Security / Syria / Iran

IAF Hits Targets in Syria, Syrian State Media Reports

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The IAF reportedly carried out strikes in the coastal area of Latakia.

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

IDF Arrests Suspects in Tapuach Junction Terror Attack

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The car used in the attack was also confiscated, according to the Israeli military.

IDF & Security / The Courts / Judea & Samaria

2 Groups Petition High Court: Expel Arab Invaders of State Lands near Ariel

By Jewish Press News Desk

The “Removal of New Structures” order is an effective enforcement tool that makes it possible to streamline the law enforcement process.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Coronavirus

In First Since Outbreak – No COVID-19 Cases in IDF

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

The IDF announced in March that it was the first army in the world to reach herd immunity.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Judea & Samaria

Terrorist Neutralized Near Efrat

By Jewish Press News Desk

The terrorist attempted to stab a soldier and a policeman.

IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas

Gaza Terrorists Bomb South, Israel Shuts Down Gaza Fishing Zone

By Aryeh Savir, Tazpit News Agency

Four people from Sderot were lightly injured after falling while running for shelter during the attacks.

IDF & Security / Syria / News Briefs

Syrian Air Defense Officer Killed in IDF Retaliation Strike

By Jewish Press News Desk

The IDF hit multiple Syrian air defense batteries after a missile hit near Dimona.

IDF & Security / Health and Medicine

With Syrian Rocket Exploding, Dimona Octogenarian Gets New Lease on Life

By Jewish Press News Desk

"After saving someone’s life the sensation of euphoria I got wouldn’t let me sleep."

Headline / Terrorism / IDF & Security

UPDATE: Surface-to-Air Missile Fired Towards Dimona from Syria

By Jewish Press News Desk

It appears that a Patriot missile was launched to intercept a Syrian surface-to-air missile.

IDF & Security / Elections / Palestinian Authority

IDF Preparing for Escalation as PA Election Set to be Postponed

By Baruch Yedid / TPS

If Abu Mazen postpones the election, he is expected to face a confrontation with Hamas.

IDF & Security / US

Senators Introduce Bill to Justify ‘Critical’ Arms Sales, Citing Israel’s Security

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The act would require the president to provide congressional committees with detailed certifications to show that U.S. aircraft technology and Israel’s security are protected before such sales.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Hamas / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Israeli Special Forces Arrest Wanted Senior Hamas Terrorist in Samaria

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The operation ended without any Israeli casualties, and the wanted terrorist, in his 50s, was taken for questioning by security officials.

IDF & Security / Europe / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Greece Signs $1.65 Billion Military Purchase Deal with Israel

By Jewish Press News Desk

The deal includes the establishment and operation by Elbit Systems of an international flight training center for the Hellenic Air Force, over a period of 22 years.

IDF & Security / Haredim & Hassidim / News Briefs

Memorial Day Ceremony Honors Fallen Israeli Soldiers From ‘Haredi’ Units

By Jewish News Syndicate (JNS)

The ceremony, first held in 2019 with some 1,200 people, was attended by hundreds of religious soldiers and members of the bereaved families.

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