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Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:56:20 GMTPolice: Israeli teen hid ammunition, sought M-16 for Hamas-linked attack
According to the Shin Bet and Israel Police, the 18-year-old from Ibillin studied weapons use, searched for material on explosives, tried to obtain an M-16, and hid ammunition in his home.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:07:34 GMTBen-Gurion Airport remains open amid Iran missile attacks, Israel seeks to reduce air traffic
Authorities are considering limiting passenger numbers at Ben-Gurion Airport while emergency preparations expand across the country.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:28:39 GMTOption to physically remove enriched uranium from Iran exists, fmr. defense minister Gallant says
According to Gallant, such an operation would be dangerous, but "worth paying the price to avoid an existential risk."
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:16:09 GMTUnderground hospitals, no school: Israel transitions to restricted activity mode after Iran strikes
The restrictions include a total closure of all educational institutions, cancellation of exams, and stricter limits on gatherings and workplaces.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:42:40 GMTIsraeli man suspected of carrying out missions for Iranian intelligence
The suspect allegedly began contact with an Iranian operative through social media in late 2025 and agreed to carry out tasks in exchange for money.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:08:52 GMTDirect hit from Iranian missile damages four houses in West Bank town as sirens sound across Israel
"The incident ended in a great miracle," said Samaria Regional Council Yossi Dagan, "but it illustrates the urgent need to strengthen protection in the communities."
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:35:33 GMTIsrael strikes various targets throughout Iran in response to Iranian missiles, IDF confirms
Earlier on Monday, a United States official told Axios that he did not expect an imminent Israeli retaliation against Iran.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 02:55:03 GMTFans evacuated as Israeli basketball playoff game halted over security concerns
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem’s semifinal opener was halted after three quarters, as fans were evacuated following updated Home Front Command restrictions.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:50:12 GMTWATCH: IDF uncovers expansive Hezbollah tunnel complex under Beaufort Castle
At the end of May, the IDF announced that it had captured the Beaufort Ridge, which it had previously held between 1982 and 2000, when Israeli forces withdrew from Lebanon.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:25:01 GMTWATCH: New footage released marking two years since operation rescuing four hostages from Hamas
The footage shows the Israel Police Counterterrorism Unit officers, who arrived at both locations simultaneously, rescuing hostages and engaging in hand-to-hand combat with Hamas's Nukhba terrorists.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:20:50 GMTNetanyahu 'won't have any choice' but to accept Iran deal, Trump tells FT
Trump earlier asked Netanyahu to avoid striking Iran in retaliation for the recent Iranian missile attack on Israel, according to N12 news.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:31:47 GMTElephant diplomacy: Ambassador marks mark 72 years of Thai-Israeli relations with zoo visit
“The Thai elephant is very important, they are in the heart of Thai people. They are the symbols of living diplomacy, the good relations between Thailand and Israel,” Vichienpuntu said.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:13:40 GMTIsrael's successful ceasefire with Lebanon weakens Iran's hold in diplomatic talks - comment
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the delegation led by Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, succeeded in weakening the link Iran had sought to establish.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:09:46 GMTIsrael to respond 'forcefully' to Iranian breach of ceasefire after missiles rain on North
Israel will respond, sources told the 'Post', though Israeli officials are still deciding when and how much. However, a significant Israeli response to Iran's ceasefire breach is expected.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:50:43 GMTYesh Atid files petition against 'corrupt' state comptroller vote
The second round of voting was halted in the plenum after concerns were raised about the integrity of the vote, as coalition MKs were accused of filming themselves casting their vote.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:11:42 GMTMan indicted after being caught with a loaded gun in Jerusalem's Old City
The suspect was held in detention following his arrest, and the detention was extended to June 11.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:26:41 GMTDeri says Shas supports draft evaders during prison visit, calls to add Torah study to Basic Law
The visit was made to the Neve Tzedek Military Prison, and Deri was accompanied by other lawmakers from his party, including MK Michael Malkieli and Haim Biton.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:06:35 GMTHapoel Tel Aviv, Jerusalem tip off semifinal series
After falling at home in Game 1, the Reds needed to dig deep, both mentally and physically, to take Game 2 on the road and then Game 3 back at Yad Eliyahu.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:08:20 GMTIDF will continue its mission to disarm Hamas, military chief Zamir tells soldiers in Gaza Strip
At the start of a government meeting on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also discussed the Gaza Strip, announcing that Israel currently holds 60% of its territory, and "will soon reach 70%.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:37:32 GMT'This was not a demonstration, it was a pogrom,' says Council leader, Sohlberg's friend Moskowitz
Tomer Moskowitz, a friend of Sohlberg, told 103FM that "anyone could feel their life in danger in a situation like this," and that it could have ended completely differently.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:30:06 GMTHigh Court rules that Justice Minister Yariv Levin must cooperate with Chief Justice Amit
The two parties must cooperate on a variety of matters that require joint action, including appointing judges and court officials.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:18:37 GMTIsrael must overhaul trauma care for 50,000 former IDF soldiers, defense committee urges
A government panel called for a new independent authority to handle tens of thousands of IDF trauma and PTSD cases.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:09:39 GMTLahav 433 to question government ministry director, two senior officials over fraud, police say
No details on the names of the officials or their positions were given by the police.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:50:59 GMT'A bloody wake-up call': Israeli politicians, officials condemn deadly terror shooting attack
One person was killed, and five others were wounded in the attack, which began at Kochav Yair and continued on past Tsur Yitshak, Tsur Natan, and Selait.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:22:55 GMTUltra-Orthodox protesters block Jerusalem's Tunnel Checkpoint after draft dodger arrested
Border Police officers from the Jerusalem periphery unit and Jerusalem District police officers are operating at the scene.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:17:29 GMTGov't unanimously approves Shmuel Ben Ezra's appointment to National Security Council
Ben Ezra has more than 30 years of experience in security, technology, and cyber, and had led the development of the Arrow-3 air defense system.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:54:13 GMTChief Sgt. First Class (res.) Haim Kalomiti, 55, killed in central Israel terror attack
The terror shooting was carried out by a lone terrorist, an Arab Israeli man from Tayibe, Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levy said after a manhunt was carried out by police and the IDF.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:38:32 GMTTwice as many women have been killed by domestic gun violence since October 7, new report finds
Ben-Gvir claimed that the relaxation of gun controls since October 7 had not caused this increase, adding that "a weapon in the right hands saves lives. Period."
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:26:26 GMTTel Aviv gambling house raid: Eight Chinese nationals arrested, NIS 1m. in cash seized
Police arrested eight Chinese foreign residents and seized NIS 1 million in cash, a Glock pistol, ammunition, and gambling equipment.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:45:50 GMTIllegal resident arrested on suspicion of stabbing, robbing man in Tel Aviv apartment
After wounding the victim, the attacker fled the scene. Israel Police later found him shortly afterward, several streets from the apartment.