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IDF Says Hamas Intelligence Official Who Held Omer Shem Tov Was Killed
Israel says a Gaza strike killed Jamal Abu Saeed, a Hamas intelligence operations chief who held Omer Shem Tov. His role and other strikes explained.
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Zamir Orders Faster Use of Combat Robots to Protect IDF Soldiers
Eyal Zamir called for faster use of combat robots during a northern visit. A new team model puts soldier protection at the center of the IDF’s approach.
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Trump Says US Military Aid to Israel Will End in 2026; Implementation Remains Unclear
Trump says US aid to Israel will end after 2026. Read what the existing 2028 framework covers, Netanyahu’s position and the unresolved procurement questions.
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Flydubai Passengers Seek Terror Victim Recognition as Decision Awaits Investigative Information
FZ1073 passengers seek recognition for treatment and support. Israel’s Defense Ministry awaits investigative information while reported lawsuits are prepared.
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Jenin Rocket Cell Uncovered as Six Suspects Face Expected Indictments
Israeli police and Shin Bet say a Jenin cell built rockets and conducted three tests. Six suspects are held, with indictments expected in the coming days.
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IDF Says Nir Oz Attacker Among Four Hamas Terrorists Eliminated in Gaza
The IDF named four Hamas terrorists eliminated in October 31 Gaza strikes, including a Nir Oz attacker, and distinguished two earlier strikes on October 22.
Middle East
Khamenei Threatens Israel and US as Hormuz Diplomacy Continues
Mojtaba Khamenei threatens Israel and the US as Qatar mediation continues without a breakthrough and Iran claims two tanker explosions in the Hormuz strait.
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Halevi Rejects October 7 Betrayal Claims and Calls for Inquiry Into Failures
Herzi Halevi rejected October 7 betrayal claims at a New York conference, called the attack preventable and urged a full inquiry into Israel's failures.
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Two British Men Charged Over RAF Fairford Incident as UK Points to Iran's Revolutionary Guard
Two British men face national security charges over RAF Fairford as the UK points to Iran's Revolutionary Guard and MI5 warns of threats to military sites.
Middle East
Houthis Threaten Egypt Over Defensive Military Support for Saudi Arabia
Houthis accuse Egypt of war over Saudi defense support. Sisi rules out attacks on Yemen, while deployment details and a reported Saudi offer remain unconfirmed.
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Iranian Funds Help Hezbollah Rebuild Drone Threat on Israel's Northern Border
Reuters reports Iranian military funding for Hezbollah explosives and drones, with preparations incomplete. Lebanon has charged 13 in an explosives case.
Politics & Diplomacy
Shin Bet Examines Suspected Foreign Election Funding as Israel Completes Count
Sohlberg asks Shin Bet to examine suspected foreign election funding. Qatar denies involvement as officials distinguish the probe from proven fraud.