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צעירים דרוזים מנסים להסתער על שער מג'דל שמס
IDF strikes Damascus; Hundreds of Israeli Druze attempt to cross Syrian border | Watch
Amid deadly violence in Syria’s Sweida province, where at least 248 Druze have been killed, Israel warns the Syrian regime to withdraw; Defense Minister Katz threatens escalation if forces don’t retreat; Israeli Druze declare strike
ynet correspondents | 12:53 | 07.16.25
ההרס ברפיח כתוצאה מתקיפות צה"ל באזור
Egypt says ‘humanitarian city’ plan in Gaza violates its peace treaty with Israel
Cairo warns 'all options are under consideration' - including non-diplomatic measures - following Israel plan, warning it violates the peace treaty’s security agreements and risks triggering a mass exodus toward its border
Lior Ben Ari | 12:43 | 07.16.25
פנייה לטראמפ בהפגנה בבגין: Save the hostages, End the war
Israel 'dragging its feet' at Gaza ceasefire talks as Hamas refuses to compromise, sources say
Apparent standstill in negotitions in Doha comes as Trump is set for critical meeting with Qatari PM, where talks on ceasefire and Iran nuclear program are reported to be on the agenda
Itamar Eichner | 11:10 | 07.16.25
חלוקת סיוע הומניטרי ברפיח
20 killed in stampede near Gaza distribution site; US-backed aid group blames Hamas
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation reports Hamas-affiliated agitators sparked deadly chaos, adding that weapons were spotted in the crowd for the first time since operations began
Itamar Eichner | 10:33 | 07.16.25
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IDF opens new security corridor in southern Gaza, dividing Khan Younis
IDF forces have opened the new 15-kilometer 'Magen Oz' corridor in Khan Younis, splitting the city and targeting Hamas infrastructure; military says move aims to pressure terrorists and secure Israeli border communities
Yoav Zitun | 09:40 | 07.16.25
הצנטריפוגות בנתנז
EU sets deadline to reinstate sanctions on Iran over nuclear program
Thre 2015 nuclear deal allows France, Britain and Germany to reimpose sanctions Iran if it violates nuclear commitments; move by the E3 is seen as an attempt to reassert Europe’s role in shaping nuclear policy
ynet, News Agencies | 09:12 | 07.16.25
Staring down the barrel of elections, Shas' Deri weighs whom he shall serve
Haredi party leader faces mounting pressure as tensions continue over the military draft law; with Ashkenazi counterparts quitting the government, his next move could decide the fate of the exemption bill and Netanyahu’s coalition
Shilo Freid | 08:52 | 07.16.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמם בבית הלבן
Trump to meet Qatar's PM to discuss Gaza ceasefire deal
Meeting first reported by Axios comes after reports of progress on negotiations in Doha 
Reuters | 08:19 | 07.16.25
נזקי הפגיעה הישירה בראשון לציון
This is how Iran penetrated Israel's air defenses during the war
Through trial and error, and by launching more advanced missiles from various locations deep inside Iran, according to the Wall Street Journal; in the first six days of the war, only 8% of the missiles penetrated air defenses, compared to 16% in the second half of the war;  fragments of hypersonic missiles fell in two locations in Israel 
ynet | 07:49 | 07.16.25
We are getting closer to a ceasefire deal
New Gaza withdrawal maps secure progress in ceasefire talks; Chief of Staff presents IDF withdrawal plan
Security cabinet discussed talks on a deal, which are expected to last at least a few more days.; IDF chief Zamir presented the new 'humanitarian city' plan, as well as the IDF's ceasefire plan, after progress was made in Doha; Sources familiar with the details say  'Netanyahu gave the Israeli negotiating team more flexibility'
Itamar Eichner | 00:59 | 07.16.25
הרוגים במחוז א-סווידא סוריה
Syrian regime forces executed Druze civilians, reports say: 'Adopted brutal tactics'
Syrian government has declared a ceasefire, but deadly clashes continue in the Sweida province between Druze fighters and Bedouin groups, who are aided by President al-Sharaa's regime forces and more than 200 have been killed; Regime soldiers were sent to calm the situation, but are accused of involvement in atrocities against the Druze - abuses, burning of houses and even executions of civilians; Israel attacked Syrian regime targets to aid the Druze 
Lior Ben Ari, Itamar Eichner, News Agencies | 00:18 | 07.16.25
סיף א-דין מוסלט
US ambassador demands probe into killing of Palestinian American man: 'Terrorist act'
Mike Huckabee said he "aggressively" demanded that Israel investigate the murder of Saif al-Din Musalla, who was beaten to death allegedly by Jewish rioters. 'Saif was just 20 years old', he posted on X
Ynetnews | 22:27 | 07.15.25
מכוניתו של עיתונאי CNN שהותקף באזור רמאללה
CNN journalist attacked by settlers near Ramallah: 'Car window smashed - managed to escape unharmed'
Jeremy Diamond said he and his team were assaulted by Israeli settlers while on their way to visit the family of a Palestinian-American killed last week; 'Just a sliver of the reality many Palestinians face,' he wrote. 
ynet | 21:40 | 07.15.25
תקיפות ישראליות בא-סווידא, דרום סוריה
Syria condemns Israeli strikes on military in Sweida and warns: 'Responsible for consequences of attack'
Syrian Foreign Ministry hours after attacks in Druze province of Sweida says Israel 'bears full responsibility for the attack'; Residents in the area reported chaos in the streets, one of whom told Ynet: 'I see bodies, fires, burned homes and shops—including mine' and says that Israeli intervention 'harms the Syrian people'
Lior Ben Ari | 21:22 | 07.15.25
קאיה קאלאס בביקור בישראל
Efforts led by Spain and Ireland to sanction Israel over alleged human rights violations fails
European foreign ministers considered measures ranging from sanctions to an arms embargo, to suspending or altering the 1995 Association Agreement between Israel and the EU, but no consensus was reached; Slovenian FM: 'It's sad there's no consensus against Israel'
Itamar Eichner | 20:29 | 07.15.25
מעצרי חשודים בעבירות סחר בנשק בירושלים, בזכות עבודתו של סוכן סמוי המכונה "מטריקס"
‘I want to be an arms dealer’: Boy, 10, caught selling guns in Israel Police sting
He was among 32 suspects arrested in major police operation targeting illegal arms trade in East Jerusalem, southern Israel and the West Bank; undercover agent purchased over 1 million shekels in weapons and explosives
Liran Tamari | 19:00 | 07.15.25
תקיפות ישראליות בא-סווידא, דרום סוריה
Dozens of Israeli Druze cross border into Syria at Majdal Shams: 'There’s guerrilla warfare in the streets'
IDF attacks Syrian regime military vehicles in Sweida province; Israeli Druze fear relatives will be drawn into bloodbath as dozens cross near Syrian Druze village of Khader; Druze ex-lawmaker: 'Israel must beware of a second Sinwar'
Einav Halabi, Yoav Zitun | 18:32 | 07.15.25
חאן יונס
Over 20 countries join emergency summit in Colombia over Israel's alleged international law violations
Representatives from the 'Hague Group' countries are gathering for two days in Colombia to formulate legal and diplomatic measures claiming violations of international law in Gaza and the West Bank; various UN officials also will participate; "The Palestinian genocide threatens the entire international system"
Itamar Eichner | 18:13 | 07.15.25
גפני וגולדקנופף בכנסת
Shas weighs leaving government over ‘harm to Torah scholars’
Its Council of Torah Sages will discuss the Sephardic movement's future in the government, due to the crisis surrounding the draft exemption law; It is likely that Shas will announce its withdrawal from the government in the coming days 
Shilo Freid, Moran Azulay | 17:08 | 07.15.25
ועדת החקירה של האו"ם
Shake-up at UN as all members of anti-Israel inquiry resign
Following US sanctions on anti-Israel UN rapporteur, all three members of war crimes inquiry panel resign; chair cites age and workload, but UN watchdog cites growing fear of personal accountability as the real reason
Itamar Eichner | 15:27 | 07.15.25
סוריה לוחמי כוחות הביטחון של אחמד א שרע נכנסים ל מחוז א סווידא עימותים דרוזים
IDF strikes Syria to defend Druze as regime forces enter Sweida amid clashes
Netanyahu orders intervention as Syrian regime troops push into restive Druze region; 99 killed in days of sectarian clashes, ceasefire declared; Israeli Druze protesters block roads, light tires in north in call to defend peers in Syria
Noa Lutski, Itamar Eichner, news agencies | 12:45 | 07.15.25
תקיפות באזור אל-בקאע בלבנון
Watch: Israel bombs deep inside Lebanon after revealing Hezbollah plan to rebuild elite unit
IDF hits Radwan Force camps and weapons depots in Bekaa Valley, aiming to block group’s attempts to rebuild; Israel also confirms airstrike in southern Syria amid regional unrest and ongoing security talks with Damascus
Ron Crissy, Noa Lutski | 12:23 | 07.15.25
יואב גלנט, עלי חמינאי
'Propaganda': In rare response, Iran's Khamenei rebukes former Israeli defense chief over public letter
Yoav Gallant claims Israel dismantled Tehran’s long-standing strategy in their first direct war; Iranian supreme leader fires back, dismissing letter as 'psychological operation'
Ynet | 12:02 | 07.15.25
יצחק גולדקנופף, אריה דרעי, משה גפני
Coalition braces for instability after Haredi ministers quit
United Torah Judaism lawmakers exit coalition over draft bill, Shas signals solidarity, Edelstein digs in and opposition eyes revival of bid to dissolve Knesset—but elections remain far off despite loss of majority
Shilo Freid | 11:25 | 07.15.25
Dennis Nthumbi, Africa director, Israel Allies Foundation
‘The deserts of Africa will bloom again’: Israel deepens African ties
Six new Israel Allies Caucuses signal a growing movement across Africa to renew and expand partnerships with Israel based on faith, development and diplomacy
Maayan Hoffman/ The Media Line | 10:41 | 07.15.25
רכבים צבאיים בחניה של חדר האוכל בקיבוץ ניר עם, מבצע מגן וחץ
IDF base captured for hours: October 7 probe reveals failures during Hamas siege on base
Military report reveals 35 Hamas terrorists overran base near Magen and Nir Yitzhak, killing four soldiers, wounding 17 and exposing key response failures
Roni Green Shaulov | 10:29 | 07.15.25
סמ"ר שהם מנחם עם שמוליק מנחם
He joined his Yom Kippur War POW father’s battalion—and fell in Gaza
Staff Sgt. Shoham Menahem followed in his father’s footsteps, joining the same tank unit from which his father was captured in 1973; he fell Monday in Gaza alongside Sgt. Shlomo Sharam and Sgt. Yuliy Faktor, remembered as kind, driven and full of light
Lior El-Hai, Idan Bloemhof | 08:08 | 07.15.25
מושל ניו יורק לשעבר אנדרו קואומו, זוהראן ממדאני ניצח בפריימריז של המפלגה הדמוקרטית לראשות העיר ניו יורק
Cuomo reenters NYC mayoral race, boosting chances for controversial anti-Israel candidate
Andrew Cuomo, who lost the Democratic primary to  Zohran Mamdani, announced that he will run for NYC mayor after all - as an independent candidate; If he sticks to his plan, the votes of Mamdani's opponents will be split between three candidates, all but ensuring his victory
Daniel Edelson, New York | 00:41 | 07.15.25
משטרת ישראל קלטה מחבלי נוחבה מתחילת מלחמת חרבות ברזל
Can October 7 prisoners be prosecuted for wartime rape?
Legal scholars call for applying international law doctrines to prosecute rape and sexual violence committed during the Hamas attacks; 'All of these pieces together leave no doubt about the actual facts, these crimes occurred,' says expert
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 00:17 | 07.15.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו משוחח עם ח"כ משה גפני במליאת הכנסת - חוק הרווחים הכלואים
United Torah Judaism says leaving government over draft exemption law
During Netanyahu blitz of talks, Degel HaTorah announces it would quit the coalition, citing Likud's draft law breach after a meeting with Edelstein; Agudath Israel follows
Moran Azulay, Shilo Freid | 23:43 | 07.14.25
ראש הממשלה נתניהו בסרטון לרשתות החברתיות
Netanyahu defends his wartime decisions in self-produced English-language interview
The prime minister in an interview with his international affairs adviser appeared to be countering repeated criticisms in international media; he said key military decisions were made by others, rejected blame for the October 7 attack and denied that political pressure influenced hostage negotiations  
Ron Crissy | 23:13 | 07.14.25
סמל שלמה שרם ז"ל סמ"ר שהם מנחם ז"ל סמל יולי פקטור ז"ל
3 IDF soldiers killed in tank explosion in Jabaliya
The fallen armored corps soldiers soldiers were Staff Sgt. Shoham Menahem, 21, from Moshav Yardena; Sgt. Shlomo Yakir Shrem, 20, from Efrat; and Sgt. Yuliy Faktor, 19, from Rishon Lezion; An armored corps officer was seriously wounded in the same incident
Yoav Zitun, Idan Blumhof | 22:15 | 07.14.25
עז א דין חדאד בכיר בזרוע הצבאית של חמאס
‘The Ghost’: Hamas’ new power player after senior leadership eliminated
Izz al-Din Al-Haddad has emerged as Hamas’ most senior operative in Gaza after surviving six Israeli assassination attempts and the elimination of nearly all top commanders; he played a key role in planning October 7 and now leads terror group's forces
Dr. Michael Milshtein | 22:02 | 07.14.25
ההרס ברצועת עזה לאחר תקיפות צה"ל
Netanyahu delays decision on hostages as Trump optimistic about ceasefire progress
As negotiations intensify in Doha, US president signals progress toward Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal; But prime minister delays decisions, drawing criticism and risking momentum as pressure mounts from both families and foreign mediators
ynet correspondents | 21:19 | 07.14.25
תמונת חייל שפרסמו בעמוד ה-X של קרן הינד רג'אב
'Killed 4 as a sniper in Gaza during ceasefire': Complaint in Portugal against IDF reservist
Anti-Israel Hind Rajab Foundation, which pursues IDF soldiers worldwide, has filed a complaint against a reservist,  calling on authorities to arrest him; Complaint based on a social media post by the soldier in which he held a sniper rifle and wrote "4 bullets, 0 misses," and stated that "he was involved in serious war crimes"
Itamar Eichner | 20:56 | 07.14.25
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'The IDF needs more soldiers, we know from where': Armored Corps division commander reflects on Gaza war
Col. M. was thrust into command of the IDF’s 401st Brigade following the death of his close friend and predecessor; leading continuous combat operations in Gaza, he explains why the war still goes on and the urgent need for more soldiers 
Yoav Keren | 19:46 | 07.14.25
תקיפות צה"ל ברצועת עזה
Israel settles 30-year score by killing terrorists who committed fatal stabbings in 1990s
Shin Bet and IDF say among seven convicted terrorists released in a 2011 exchange for IDF soldier Gilad Shalit after five years in captivity were the two who were exiled to Gaza after their release and coordinated West Bank attacks for Hamas 
Yoav Zitun | 19:17 | 07.14.25
This is why Netanyahu might be called to testify in leaked classified document case
PM defended his close adviser Jonatan Urich, accused of leaking a classified Hamas document to German newspaper 'Bild'; but security assessments suggest the leak risked exposing sensitive IDF intel methods in Gaza 
Netael Bandel | 19:09 | 07.14.25
אילנה גריצווסקי בוועדה העוסקת בדו"ח פשעי המין של חמאס
'I remember the grubby hands stealing my soul,' former hostage tells lawmakers
Ilana Gritzewsky speaks to a Knesset committee about her captivity in Gaza as a victim of Hamas atrocities; says she will speak for those who cannot and asks where the promise of Israel as a society that cares for its citizens has gone 
Sivan Hilaie | 17:59 | 07.14.25
אמילי דמארי תומכת במכבי תל אביב
Hamas terrorist who held Emily Damari hostage killed in IDF strike | Watch
Security services say terrorist who participated in October 7 massacre was killed last month in a strike on Gaza City; Damari says happy to hear the news but victory can come only when all of the hostages are free 
Gal Ganot | 16:18 | 07.14.25
כוחות צה"ל ליד גבול סוריה
IDF strikes tanks in southern Syria as Druze-Bedouin clashes in area continue
Six members of Syria's security forces have been killed in predominantly Druze city of Sweida, a security source said, after they deployed to halt deadly sectarian clashes that local media reported had resumed on Monday
Yoav Zitun | 14:43 | 07.14.25
סיף א-דין מוסלט
Palestinian-American death under investigation; Police: ‘No complaint, no autopsy, no evidence’
The killing of Saif al-Din Kamil Abdul Karim Musalat near Sinjil has intensified debate over West Bank clashes, competing claims of aggression and the limits of accountability  
Gabriel Colodro / The Media Line | 13:38 | 07.14.25
גלי בהרה מיארה יונתן אוריך
Netanyahu aide accused of leaking classified info on Gaza hostages, destroying evidence
According to charges, Jonathan Urich and Eli Feldstein shared info on Gaza hostages with fellow Netanyahu confidant Srulik Einhorn, intending to leak it to foreign media to influence public opinion and bypass military censorship
Netael Bandel | 12:51 | 07.14.25
עצרת בכיכר החטופים
Netanyahu 'determined' to secure Gaza ceasefire, open to compromise on IDF withdrawal
IDF officials say building the proposed humanitarian city in Rafah could take over a year and cost up to $15 billion, far longer and costlier than first estimated; National Security Minister Ben-Gvir calls the project a political smokescreen ahead of a Hamas deal
Itamar Eichner, Alexandra Lukash | 12:43 | 07.14.25
יצחק גולדקנופף, אריה דרעי, משה גפני
'Patience is running out': Ultra-Orthodox parties prepare to exit coalition over draft bill
Shas and United Torah Judaism warn they may leave the government if no draft exemption law is presented within 24 hours; tensions rise as Prime Minister Netanyahu urges quick action amid stalled legislation on military draft exemptions
Moran Azulay, Shilo Freid | 12:17 | 07.14.25
אהוד אולמרט
Former PM Olmert calls Gaza 'humanitarian city' plan a 'concentration camp'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also condemns proposal, which will see the creation of a vast tent camp designed to house up to half a million people, labeling the plan unacceptable
Einav Halabi | 10:46 | 07.14.25
חלוקת סיוע הומניטרי בעזה
Less potatoes, more canned goods: Israel improves aid food variety after Gazan complaints
IDF is overhauling Gaza food distribution centers with U.S. aid group GHF, introducing new sites and improved logistics to reduce chaos and casualties, while facing ongoing security challenges
Yoav Zitun | 09:51 | 07.14.25
העמקת פעילות צה"ל ברצועה
Israel ramps up military operations across Gaza as ceasefire talks stall
IDF intensifies operations across Gaza, killing terrorists and destroying infrastructure in multiple areas; over 100 targets, including tunnels, weapons depots and command posts, were struck in the past 24 hours, according to the military
Yoav Zitun | 09:46 | 07.14.25
Netanyahu slams IDF over estimation Gaza 'Humanitarian City' could take over a year to complete, cost billions
PM demands a faster, cheaper plan after the IDF estimates the project could take a year and cost $4 billion; critics warn plan may lead to forced displacement and undermine Israel’s military priorities
Itamar Eichner | 09:33 | 07.14.25
נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמם בבית הלבן
Trump hopes to 'straighten out' Gaza ceasefire over coming week
Ahead of meeting with Qatari officials on sidelines of FIFA Club World Cup final, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff expressed optimism about negotiations
Lihi Gordon, Reuters | 07:33 | 07.14.25
סריקות באופקים
IDF failed to stop Ofakim Oct 7 massacre as 33 killed before troops arrived, probe finds
Report cites critical communication failures, misjudged deployment and lack of situational awareness; police and civilians mounted an improvised defense, while Israel’s elite Yamam unit led a rare hostage rescue under heavy constraints
Ilana Curiel, Meir Turgeman | 07:18 | 07.14.25
הפגנות חות'ים בתימן
Exclusive interview: Houthi official says fighting will continue 'until Israel is erased'
In an exclusive interview with Ynetnews, senior Houthi figure explains why Yemen-based group declared war on Israel, revealing a deep ideological drive, unwavering ties to Iran and a vow to continue attacks until 'the Zionist entity' no longer exists
Lior Ben Ari | 21:39 | 07.13.25
US envoy Witkoff 'hopeful' on Gaza ceasefire talks, will meet Qatari officials
Witkoff's comments come as talks in Doha appear to be at a standstill; however, Palestinian sources say it's still 'too early' to call negotiations a failure
Reuters, Moran Azulay, Einav Halabi | 21:10 | 07.13.25
חניון רעים
Families of Oct 7 victims sue Palestinian Authority for over $270 million
Lawsuit filed by over 208 family members of 122 victims seeks over NIS 1 billion from the Palestinian Authority for its alleged role in funding and inciting Hamas’s October 7 massacre
Lital Dubrovitsky | 20:40 | 07.13.25
פעילות כוחות צה"ל ברצועת עזה
Israel targets senior Hamas, Islamic Jihad commanders in precision strikes
IDF says strikes targeted senior operatives involved in weapons production, intelligence and financing, as part of efforts to prevent terror groups from rebuilding military strength
Yoav Zitun | 20:04 | 07.13.25
ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו ורעייתו שרה נתניהו נפגשו בוושינגטון עם משפחות חטופים
Hostage's brother to Netanyahu: 'If something happens to me, will you save me?'
Father of kidnapped IDF soldier Matan Angrest pleads with PM to secure his release, warning, 'he won’t survive'; Talks with Hamas continue to remain stalled
Alexandra Lukash | 19:19 | 07.13.25
כוחות פיקוד העורף פועלים בזירות הנפילה ברחבי הארץ
Filipina caregiver dies weeks after Iranian missile strike in Rehovot
Leah Mosquera, 49, succumbs to her injuries, becoming the 30th Israeli fatality in the war with Tehran after being severely wounded from direct missile hit on her apartment
Meir Turgeman | 17:51 | 07.13.25
תרגול לחימה בגולן
IDF holds massive Golan drill simulating multi-front terrorist invasion
Northern Command concludes largest exercise in the region since Oct. 7, simulating surprise multi-front assault by Hezbollah, Iran-backed groups; drill tests new outposts, hostage rescue operations and coordination with Syrian civilians
Yoav Zitun | 16:45 | 07.13.25
החטוף אלון אהל
Mother of hostage Alon Ohel demands his release after doctors warn he may go blind
Ohel, abducted by Hamas on Oct. 7, has likely lost vision in one eye; a leading specialist warns he may go completely blind without urgent treatment, prompting renewed pleas from his family for immediate government action
Lihi Gordon | 16:08 | 07.13.25
גמה מערב - סיור במיגוניות המוות
Stray IDF fire from Gaza injures young man, damages property in Israel
Young man was in car on a civilian road in Israel ; head of the Sha'ar HaNegev council spoke with the division commander: 'The state determined that there was no security impediment to returning, but it is not here to understand the meaning of the decision'
Roni Green Shaulov | 15:57 | 07.13.25
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