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Group of Israeli soldiers in uniform gathered around tables at an outdoor event, some holding rifles, with tents and palm trees in the background.
Concern Mounts About Hamas Attack Before Elections
Hamas may retaliate after the IDF captured a senior official of the terror group.
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IDF and Hezbollah Exchange Strikes Amid Detainee Exchange
Hezbollah terrorists attacked Israeli forces with explosive drones.
Israeli soldiers take position in the southern Israeli city of Sderot, October 8, 2023. Photo by Yossi Zamir/Flash90
Israel Ready to Respond to Attacks During Holidays
The heightened alert comes two days before Rosh Hashanah.
Israeli soldiers standing near a fence with a Gaza flag in the foreground, during a military operation.
IDF Strikes Gaza, Captures Hamas Official
The IDF has been carrying out counterterror strikes in Gaza for the last two days.
A U.S. Air Force Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker is seen in the sky above Jerusalem, May 3, 2026. Photo by Chaim Goldberg/Flash90
U.S. Strikes Rocket Launchers at Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire yesterday as more sanctions are pending for this week.
Panoramic view of Jerusalem featuring the Dome of the Rock and surrounding historic buildings.
Young Men Arrested for Planning Terror Attack on Temple Mount
A 16-year-old and 19-year-old were indicted for planning an ISIS-inspired attack.
IDF officer speaking at a West Bank event with Israeli flag and government logo in background.
IDF to Expand Presence in the West Bank
Additional IDF troops will arrive in response to increased tensions in the area and ahead of the High Holy Days.
Israeli military aircraft launching missiles with trails in the sky during a strike against Hezbollah targets.
IDF Strikes Hezbollah Targets After Troops Injured
The overnight strikes are retaliation for a Hezbollah drone attack that injured IDF troops.
Israeli soldiers are seen near the Israeli border with the Gaza Strip,
Five Hamas Weapons Storage Facilities Dismantled
The weapons facilities were found inside mosques and near humanitarian aid infrastructure in Gaza.
Archaeological site of a Second Temple era burial cave with stone tombs and artifacts, uncovered by police, showcasing historical Jewish burial practices.
Second Temple Era Burial Cave Found by Police
Border Police came across the cave beneath east Jerusalem with artifacts inside.
The White House, the official residence of the U.S. President, is shown behind a black metal fence with green trees and a blue sky in the background.
U.S. Prepares New Sanctions for Iran
The sanctions are aimed at deterring Iran's trade partners.
On board the American aircraft carrier, "George H. W. Bush," which is anchored near the Haifa coastline in Israel, on July 3, 2017. This is the first time in 17 years that the carrier is in Israel. Photo by Photo by Flash90
New U.S. Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Middle East
The carrier's deployment is part of the U.S. effort to put pressure on Iran.