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Flying abroad? Expect higher luggage fees in January 2025

Israeli airlines Israir and Arkia will raise luggage fees starting January 1, 2025, impacting carry-ons and checked bags; El Al and Air Haifa maintain current prices, while IDF troops receive special benefits, including free luggage and preferred seating.

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 12.26.24

Radwan documents uncovered in Lebanon reveal guidelines, and fear of Israel

The Radwan Force documents found during operations in southern Lebanon add to understanding of elite unit, which gave its operatives detailed instructions on how to camouflage themselves in the field and avoid Israeli surveillance; 'The enemy must be made to think that we are on high alert,' states the document, which dealt with 'fear of Israeli eavesdropping'

Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 12.25.24

IDF unveils Hezbollah's massive weapons arsenal

Extensive collection of weapons and equipment confiscated from Hezbollah's Radwan Forces, intended for a large-scale invasion of Israel goes on display; Seized arsenal includes 85,000 items, including advanced missiles, explosives and weapons, disrupting Hezbollah’s capabilities following recent ground operations in southern Lebanon

Yoav Zitun, Yair Kraus | 12.25.24

ג'ולאני, ביידן ונתניהו הפגנה ב דמשק סוריה נגד הצתת עץ חג המולד

Israel concerned Syria’s 'charm offensive' fooling the West

IDF demands Syrian villagers surrender weapons; Israel warns US about extremist Islamists in Syria’s new government despite Ahmad al-Sharaa’s conciliatory tone; The 'Houthi dilemma' adds further challenges

Itamar Eichner | 12.25.24

מימין למעלה: הרש גולדברג-פולין, עדן ירושלמי, אורי דנינו. מימין למטה: אלמוג סרסוסי, כרמל גת, אלכס לובנוב

IDF releases probe into murder of 6 hostages in Rafah tunnel: 'Assessed likelihood of hostages present in area was medium to low'

The IDF presented the families of Hersh, Uri, Eden, Alex, Almog and Carmel with the final investigation into their murders while in Hamas captivity; Military finds that its activities in the area had a 'circumstantial influence on the terrorists' decision to murder the 6 hostages'

Yoav Zitun | 12.24.24

Israel signs multi-billion deal to buy more Arrow-3 interceptors to counter Houthi threat

Defense Ministry purchased a new stock of Arrow-3 interceptors from the Israel Aerospace Industries to enhance protection against ballistic missile threats; Each interceptor costs approximately $4 million, and the move follows an uptick in missile attacks by the Houthis from Yemen

Yossi Yehoshua | 12.24.24

צה"ל ושב״כ סיימו פעילות ממוקדת לסיכול טרור באופן מדויק במרחב בית החולים האינדונזי

Raid on a hospital in Jabaliya: Terrorists eliminated, arrested

For the first time since last December the IDF operated at the Indonesian Hospital in northern Gaza; 'Over the past month, terrorists carried out attacks against IDF troops from the area of the hospital," according to the IDF; Patients and staff were evacuated in coordination with the IDF

Yoav Zitun | 12.24.24

צילומי לוויין של ציר שמקים צה"ל בצפון הרצועה שפורסמו בוושינגטון פוסט

Satellite images reveal IDF corridor in northern Gaza: 'Half of Jabaliya gone'

Experts say tactic mirrors Netzarim Corridor but targets densely populated urban areas; one-third of buildings razed, one-eighth of pre-war population remains

Ynet | 12.24.24

'Terror meets the army': West Bank attacks decline amid IDF operations

Military data from 2024 shows number of West Bank terror attacks lowered significantly year-on-year amid increased military operations and lessons learned from October 7

Elisha Ben Kimon | 12.24.24

מימין לשמאל: הלל דינר, איליי גבריאל אטדגי ונתנאל פסח זכרם לברכה

Three IDF soldiers killed in Gaza IED explosion

Capt. Ilay Gavriel Atedgi, Staff Sgt. Netanel Pessach and Sgt. First Class (res.) Hillel Diener died on the spot when the explosive detonated in between several buildings during operational activity in Beit Hanoun

Yoav Zitun | 12.23.24

זיוף תמונות של אנשי המנגנונים של הרשות הפלסטינית עם RPG במבצע בגנין

Images of alleged RPG use by Palestinian security forces in Jenin raise alarm in Israel

Palestinian Authority denies footage originated in Jenin, claiming such weapons weren't used in their operations; Israeli security reviews suggest otherwise, indicating images likely from Jenin and show weapons seized, not deployed, by PA forces

Ynet correspondents | 12.23.24

Desalination plant, café resort: How IDF prepares for extended stay in Gaza

The IDF has launched a seawater desalination plant in northern Gaza, producing tens of thousands of liters daily for drinking and bathing—the first of its kind in enemy territory; nearby, a retreat center offers soldiers a café, massages, Internet and hotel-style meals, boosting morale during wartime

Yoav Zitun | 12.23.24

IDF prepares to stay on Syrian Mount Hermon for the whole winter

Military constructing bases at two elevations on Syrian soil, incorporating hypothermia treatment rooms and reinforced structures to withstand heavy snow loads; Teams working urgently to complete the bases before the first snowstorm hits

Yoav Zitun | 12.23.24

Rotor from Israeli helicopter crash 50 years ago recovered in Syrian Hermon

On Independence Day 1974, a Super Frelon helicopter crashed in flames on Mount Hermon during a rescue mission, killing all six crew members; fifty years later, its front rotor was recovered following Israel's capture of the Syrian Hermon

Korin Elbaz-Alush | 12.22.24

האפיפיור אפיפיור פרנסיסקוס במפגש עם קרדינלים ועובדים ב ותיקן

Pope calls Gaza airstrikes 'cruelty' after Israeli minister's criticism

Pontiff condemns Israeli actions in Gaza after Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli accused him of trivializing genocide for suggesting offensive bears genocidal traits

Reuters | 12.21.24

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