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עמוס הוכשטיין פגישה עם ראש ממשלת לבנון נג'יב מיקאתי ב ביירות
Lebanon cease-fire could come 'within days', Israeli officials estimate
Despite report claiming Lebanon has yet to agree to certain terms of the U.S.-led agreement, lawmakers say deal could be finalized by the weekend
Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari, Reuters | 00:43 | 11.22.24
שר החוץ של הולנד קספר ולדקאמפ
Israel cancels state visit of Dutch foreign minister as world reacts to ICC arrest warrants
Office of Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar says he spoke with Kasper Waldekamp and the two agreed his planned visit to the country should be postponed after The Netherlands declared it would honor warrants; Some countries support UN court's action while others say won't honor warrants
Itamar Eichner, Reuters | 23:16 | 11.21.24
סמ"ר רון אפשטיין ז"ל
First sergeant Ron Epshtein is 29th soldier killed in current raid on Jabaliya
Soldier, 19, was killed by an artillery shell in the northern Gaza Strip, though it is not clear whether it was fired by Hamas or the IDF; The raid in Jabaliya, the 3rd since the war started, began last month and hundreds of terrorists have been killed or arrested
Yoav Zitun, Eitan Glickman | 22:38 | 11.21.24
מוחמד דף
'Can't determine Deif has been killed': ICC's charges against former Hamas head killed by IDF
UN's top court issues arrest warrant against presumed killed Hamas military leader Mohammad Deif alongside Netanyahu and Gallant
Ynet | 21:51 | 11.21.24
מייקל וולץ
Biden, Trump officials reject ICC warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant
U.S. lawmakers condemn UN Court's decision to issue the warrants saying the current and next administrations won't abide by them; 'Expect a strong response in January,' Trump official says
Itamar Eichner | 19:24 | 11.21.24
Lone soldiers
Lone soldiers reflect on reason for making aliyah, join war effort
Sergeant First Class Eli Zivan was in Mexico when the war broke out, and just 2 days later he was in the Gaza border area; Sergeant Major Yoni Heilman joined the IDF in 2002 as a lone soldier and afterward lived in both countries, but the war made it clear to him Israel was a core part of his identity
Ynetnews | 18:02 | 11.21.24
איילת שקד
Ex-justice minister Ayelet Shaked claims Australia denied entry visa over opposition to Palestinian state
Shaked slams Australian government as 'anti-Israeli' and 'antisemitic,' adding that 'These are dark days for Australian democracy' as Canberra chose 'the wrong side of history'
Itamar Eichner, Moran Azulay | 15:23 | 11.21.24
בית הדין הפלילי בהאג
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant over alleged Gaza war crimes
Court cites 'reasonable grounds to believe' both leaders involved in actions constituting war crimes under its jurisdiction
Itamar Eichner | 14:01 | 11.21.24
יירוטים בנהריה
Man killed by shrapnel in Hezbollah rocket fire on Nahariya
Braen Direktor, 27, is the fourth fatality in the city within a month; IDF says 10 rockets launched from Lebanon, triggering air raid sirens in northern coastal city and neighboring Western Galilee towns
Shimon Elbaz, Yoav Zitun | 12:13 | 11.21.24
דיווח סורי על תקיפה ישראלית שכוונה לעיר תדמור באזור הכפרי המזרחי של חומס
Report: Israeli strike hits Syrian army, pro-Iran militias, killing at least 68
Opposition watchdog claims pro-Iranian militia sites and Syrian military positions targeted, leaving dozens of Syrian militia operatives, foreign fighters and Hezbollah members, including high-profile figures, dead and wounded
Lior Ben Ari | 10:45 | 11.21.24
איתמר בן גביר ודניאל לוי בזירת הפיגוע בתרקומיא
Three Palestinians indicted for Hamas plot to assassinate Ben-Gvir and his son
According to charges, ringleader conducted surveillance on police minister and his son, monitoring their travel routes, vehicles and security arrangements and considered attacking Ben-Gvir upon his arrival at terror scene
Elisha Ben Kimon | 10:10 | 11.21.24
ארה"ב סנאטור ברני סנדרס לשכה הוצתה
US Senate overwhelmingly rejects Sanders' proposals to halt arms transfers to Israel
Three proposals by progerssive lawmaker rejected with bipartisan opposition and backing from Biden administration; while Sanders argues aid violated US laws on human rights, opponents emphasize timing, given Israel’s threats from Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran
Ynet, news agencies | 09:48 | 11.21.24
סמל גור קהתי ז"ל
IDF identifies Golani soldier killed in Lebanon clash alongside famed historian
Sergeant Gur Kehati of 13th Battalion, 20, from Nir Banim, killed in Hezbollah ambush alongside Ze’ev 'Jabo' Erlich, 70; 2 officers sustain moderate and severe injuries in incident
Yoav Zitun | 08:54 | 11.21.24
רס"ן במיל' זאב (ז'אבו) חנוך ארליך
Family of Israeli scholar killed in Lebanon disputes IDF’s account
Family of Ze’ev ‘Jabo’ Erlich, renowned historian killed in Hezbollah ambush, disputes IDF claim he entered as a civilian, asserting he was formally enlisted and had military approval for his entry; 'Instead of mourning, I’m busy correcting the damage caused by the IDF spokesperson tarnishing his name,' brother says
Elisha Ben Kimon | 07:57 | 11.21.24
נפילה בבית הספר בעכו
Hezbollah rocket hits Acre kindergarten minutes after children leave | scenes of devastation
Shortly after Hezbollah chief concludes speech, terror group launches rocket barrage, striking empty kindergarten in Acre, causing significant damage to building; blast also damaged dozens of nearby homes, sparking renewed fears among residents
Yair Kraus | 23:47 | 11.20.24
רס"ן במיל' זאב (ז'אבו) חנוך ארליך
Civilian, 70, joined IDF forces in Lebanon, killed by Hezbollah
Renowned geographer and historian Ze'ev 'Jabo' Erlich was ambushed by terrorists in Lebanon while surveying ancient fortress; Golani Brigade soldier killed in incident
Elisha Ben Kimon, Yoav Zitun | 22:54 | 11.20.24
רס"ל (במיל') איתן בן עמי ז"ל
IDF names commando killed in combat in southern Lebanon
Sgt. First Class (res.) Eitan Ben Ami, 22, from Jerusalem, reservist in Commando Brigade's elite Maglan Unit, killed in building collapse during operational activity, military says; probe suggests heavy winter weather likely caused collapse after building targeted in earlier airstrike
Yoav Zitun | 21:00 | 11.20.24
אזרח ישראלי שסובל מנכות ונעצר ביוון בגלל צו מעצר שהוציאה גרמניה סובל מהתנכלויות על ידי עצירים מוסלמים בכלא
'He won’t survive there': Israeli detained in Greece reports severe abuse by Muslim inmates
Man, suffering from advanced liver condition, claims enduring beatings, death threats and antisemitic harassment in prison; 'They tell him all Jews must be killed,' wife says
Itamar Eichner | 20:35 | 11.20.24
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US envoy Amos Hochstein and Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem
'Devil’s in the details': Lebanon cease-fire agreement near, diplomats say, but hurdles persist
Sources say '90-95%' of agreement finalized but key details, including monitoring mechanism, unresolved; Hezbollah chief confirms terror group submitted response to US proposal, warning deal hinges on Israel halting 'aggression' and respecting Lebanon’s sovereignty
Ynet correspondents | 20:09 | 11.20.24
נפילה של שרירי יירוט במרחב קדימה צורן
5th grader left outside shelter amid Hezbollah rocket attack in central Israel
Kfar Saba grade school student left crying and frightened outside shelter during rocket sirens after staff refused to reopen door; child was in the bathroom when the alert sounded and unable to reach shelter in time; Education Ministry: 'serious lapse in judgment'
Raanan Ben-Zur | 18:23 | 11.20.24
מועצת הביטחון של האו"ם נפגשת לדון בעזה
US vetoes UN Security Council cease-fire resolution on Gaza
Washington rejects truce without release of hostages, including 7 Americans, emphasizing, 'Hamas, not Israel, obstructing deal'; Israeli envoy praises move, condemning resolution as enabling terrorism and reaffirming Israel’s stance against cease-fire without hostage release
Itamar Eichner | 18:01 | 11.20.24
הרס ברמת גן בעקבות פגיעה ישירה של טיל חיזבאללה
US envoy heads to Israel as Lebanon talks show promise, but challenges remain
Following progress in Beirut talks, Amos Hochstein set to arrive in Israel overnight; Jerusalem officials express cautious optimism but acknowledge remaining gaps, particularly over monitoring mechanism
Ynet correspondents | 16:38 | 11.20.24
רס"ל (במיל') רואי ששון ז"ל
IDF reservist Roi Sasson falls in Jabaliya, 2nd soldier seriously injured
Terrorists ambushed a building in the northern Gaza Strip, and the 21-year-old reservist was killed; His mother recalls their last conversation: 'I told him, get out of there. The day he entered Gaza, my heart fell'; 800 IDF soldiers have died since the start of the war
Gilad Cohen, Yoav Zitun, Sharon Kidon | 11:12 | 11.20.24
הצבת עמדות ירי מסביב ליישוב שלומי
IDF establishes new defensive positions on Lebanon border as cease-fire remains uncertain
Official cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah remains unfinalized, so the IDF is proactively setting up new outposts near the border with Lebanon, refurbishing old military positions and forming combat units to provide visible security and support for returning residents
Yair Kraus | 10:09 | 11.20.24
בנימין נתניהו, רונן בר, הרצי הלוי וישראל כ"ץ בביקור במסדרון נצרים שבעזה
With military outposts and tacit approval from the coalition: This is how Israel will apply martial law in Gaza
Analysis: After Gallant's dismissal and in view of the new US administration, Israel is working to establish facts on the ground in order to have de facto control of the strip, but without a political decision which could involve many and weighty legal consequences; This corresponds with the settlers' plans to settle in northern Gaza; 'A historic opportunity returns'
Elisha Ben Kimon | 09:34 | 11.20.24
הזירה בה כוחות צה"ל ירו בצעיר פלסטיני, סמוך למחסום הצבאי של בית אל, מצפון לרמאללה ואל-בירה
2 Israelis extracted from Palestinian town after being attacked, wounded
Ramla residents violently attacked after entering Dayr Balut in northern West Bank; pair rescued by Palestinian police officers and then extracted by IDF, suffering mild-to-moderate injuries
Yoav Zitun | 23:06 | 11.19.24
US Ambassador to Israel-designate Mike Huckabee
Huckabee: Biden administration 'put far more pressure on Israel than on Hamas'
US ambassador-designate to Israel slams White House's 'schizophrenic' policy toward Israel; 'There’s no peace in that region until these terror groups funded by Iran are completely eliminated,' he says
Ynetnews | 22:44 | 11.19.24
אביחי אדרעי בסיור בדרום לבנון
IDF spokesman's tour of Lebanese villages triggers media firestorm
Lebanese outlets report Avichay Adraee visited Kfarkela and Odaisseh, sparking online debate; one user accuses media of supporting him, another jokes he came to deliver evacuation warnings in person, while commenter insists he never entered
Lior Ben Ari | 22:11 | 11.19.24
בנימין נתניהו, רונן בר, הרצי הלוי וישראל כ"ץ בביקור במסדרון נצרים שבעזה
Netanyahu in Gaza: 'Hamas will no longer rule Gaza, we will pursue and defeat them'
PM says Israeli forces 'relentless in efforts' to bring hostages home; 'Anyone who dares harm our hostages will pay with their life,' he warns and offers $5 million award to anyone who returns a captive
Ynetnews | 20:10 | 11.19.24
יוסי דגן בפגישה בוושינגטון, ארה"ב
Republicans for settlements: New GOP lawmakers ready to make West Bank official part of Israel
As Donald Trump prepares for return to White House, Shomron Regional Council head holds round of meetings in Congress and hears support from lawmakers advocating for Israel to apply sovereignty to West Bank
Elisha Ben Kimon | 19:36 | 11.19.24
פליטים פלסטינים מתפנים מג'באליה
Hamas attack on Israel stirs controversy among Gaza clerics
Well-known Palestinian cleric questions harm caused by Oct. 7 attack, including high civilian death toll, while local group of religious leaders asserts Hamas assault legitimate
Reuters | 19:04 | 11.19.24
רס"ל (במיל') עמר משה גאלדור ז"ל
IDF reservist killed by Hezbollah drone strike in southern Lebanon
Sergeant First Class (res.) Omer Moshe Gaeldor, 30, soldier from Golani Brigade's 5111th Reconnaissance Battalion, from Jerusalem, killed during operational approximately 2 kilometers from border; 3 other soldiers seriously wounded in attack
Yoav Zitun | 16:42 | 11.19.24
עמוס הוכשטיין פגישה עם נביה ברי
Hochstein says there is a real opportunity for cease-fire
U.S. envoy speaks to reporters after meeting Lebanese speaker of parliament who represent Hezbollah in talks to end the war; says decisions must now be made 
Lior Ben Ari | 13:45 | 11.19.24
נשיא סוריה בשאר אסד נשיא רוסיה ולדימיר פוטין ביקור מוסקבה
Israel proposes sanction relief for Assad to curb Hezbollah arms transfers, report says
Lebanese paper says Israeli minister suggested easing sanctions for Russian, Syrian firms in Moscow talks
Lior Ben Ari, Itamar Eichner | 12:44 | 11.19.24
Hezbollah weapons seized by the IDF in Lebanon
Russian-made weapons found in Hezbollah arsenal, report
Anti-tank missiles produced as recently as 2020, among stocks found by troops in South Lebanon delivered via Syria, raising concerns of deepening Moscow-Tehran cooperation; 70% of seized Hezbollah weapons are Russian made 
Ynet | 10:58 | 11.19.24
חמאס יורה RPG על גנבי הסיוע ההומניטרי בעזה
Hamas enforces rule by punishing aid theft in Gaza
The terror group claims to have executed at least 20 thieves who looted aid trucks, leading Gazans to hope prices of basic goods will drop as a result
Einav Halabi | 09:49 | 11.19.24
ראש השב"כ רונן בר
Shin Bet chief's secret visit to Turkey amid Hamas developments
Ronen Bar's visit highlights geopolitical tensions as Qatar reportedly expels senior Hamas officials to Turkey; Israeli official says Turkey will get involved in hostage deals, leaving Egypt as the sole mediator following Qatar's announcement it was stepping back
Itamar Eichner | 09:31 | 11.19.24
Hezbollah targets Sharon Plains
Hezbollah fires missiles at central Israel as Hochstein arrives in Beirut for cease-fire talks
IDF says at least 5 projectiles launched some intercepted; 2 suffer light injuries; Obstacles still remain in cease-fire negotiations, Lebanese Hebollah-affiliated media says
Lior Ben Ari, ynet correspondents | 09:03 | 11.19.24
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Hamas' sexual crimes: Uncollected evidence come to light
Previously undocumented indicators of sexual violence by Hamas during October 7 attacks now emerging through new report compiling evidence and survivor testimonies; findings aim to shed light on scope of atrocities
Rotem Izak | 00:02 | 11.19.24
כלי הנשק שנתפסו בחיפוש בזרזיר
Criminals steal machine guns from IDF troops in northern Israel
3 MAG machine guns stolen from IDF troops near Lebanon border, as criminals increasingly target military weapons; Military Police probe underway
Yair Kraus | 22:51 | 11.18.24
Iran planned to assassinate former Canadian justice minister, report claims
Canadian authorities say foiled plot against human rights and anti-IRGC advocate Irwin Cotler, whose daughter served as a Knesset member in Israel; Tehran denies allegations
Daniel Edelson, New York | 21:44 | 11.18.24
שריפה ברמת גן בעקבות פגיעה ישירה של טיל חיזבאללה
Hezbollah rocket sparks air raid sirens, fire in central Israel; 5 hurt, 1 seriously
Shelter-in-place alerts issued for Tel Aviv, Netanya, Ramat Gan, Bnei Brak, Holon and dozens of other localities; fire erupts in Ramat Gan after interception debris hits power pole
Ynetnews | 20:55 | 11.18.24
הסרטונים שהעלה קצין המילואים א.ל. משירותו ברצועת עזה
IDF reserve officer flees Cyprus over possible war crimes allegations
Authorities advise IDF officer to leave Cyprus and return to Israel after pro-Palestinian groups use social media footage from his service in Gaza to request arrest on alleged ‘genocide’ charges
Itamar Eichner | 19:48 | 11.18.24
נפילה בשפרעם
Hezbollah rocket kills 1, injures dozens in northern Arab town
Emergency services report victim, identified as Safaa Kat Awad, a teacher in her 50s, suffered fatal injuries despite taking cover in her apartment's safe room; 56 hurt in attack, woman and 4-year-old boy in serious condition
Ynet | 19:28 | 11.18.24
בהרב מיארה, איתמר בן גביר
Ben-Gvir says AG out to get him in alleged ‘criminal scandal'
National security minister claims Gali Baharav-Miara instructed aides to ‘find something’ on him; Smotrich calls for her dismissal over ‘hostile conduct’; Netanyahu, who had previously opposed efforts to remove her, reportedly reconsidering dismissal
Ynet correspondents | 18:27 | 11.18.24
תיעוד ערבי מתקיפה בכפר רומאן באזור א-נבטיה בדרום לבנון
Can war bring security to the north? How will the 'day after' look?
Ynet's defense analyst Ron Ben-Yishai says success of IDF’s ground offensive in eliminating immediate threats to Galilee clear, but warns Israel must push for robust international oversight to ensure Hezbollah complies fully with cease-fire terms
Sharon Kidon | 17:27 | 11.18.24
תקיפות בצור, לבנון
Hezbollah demands changes to proposed cease-fire deal
Terror group rejects terms including German, UK participation in commission overseeing implementation of agreement; Lebanese outlet opposing Hezbollah says commission to have vast authority over Lebanon's airport, sea ports and borders 
Lior Ben Ari | 13:56 | 11.18.24
תיעוד מזירת הנפילה בקריית שמונה
Rockets score direct hit on Kiryat Shmona buildings; barrage of 30 rockets targets Western Galilee
Hezbollah rockets damage local hesder yeshiva, homes; increased rocket fire comes as cease-fire deal seems within reach
Yoav Zitun, Yair Kraus, Lior Ben Ari | 12:14 | 11.18.24
מסיבת הטבע "נובה" ליד רעים
Families of U.S. victims of Hamas massacre sue Iran
Forty-six American citizens, including children, were killed on October 7, 2023 and 12 others, both living and dead, are still held in Gaza; Lawsuit filed in US District Court cites Hamas documents discovered in Gaza
Ynetnews | 10:18 | 11.18.24
לינדזי גרהאם
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham in region to jumpstart Saudi normalization
Graham expected to travel to Riyadh after meeting in Israel with Netanyahu and other officials; Says establishing Saudi-Israel ties vital to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons 
Itamar Eichner | 09:54 | 11.18.24
תקיפות צה"ל בלבנון
Lebanon agrees to US cease-fire proposal, says Hezbollah submits response
Lebanese media says Beirut's response, to be delivered to U. S. envoy Amos Hochstein, will include demands for changes and clarification on American assurances to Israel that it can operate against Hezbollah violations of the deal
Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari | 08:59 | 11.18.24
Hostages' fate sealed if no deal made, senior security officials warn
Senior security officials say deal talks cannot restart without Israeli concessions; Netanyahu summons ministers for consultations, including far-right hawks opposing any deal ending war
Itamar Eichner | 23:42 | 11.17.24
פרשת המסמכים
The leak, the publication, the arrest: Step by step
Court lifts ban on suspicions of prime minister's aid and spokesperson's use of classified documents obtained illegally, leaked to German Bild to sway public opinion, while endangering security  
Netael Bandel, Meir Turgeman | 22:41 | 11.17.24
עמוס הוכשטיין
Hochstein to return to region to advance cease-fire deal, report
The U.S. envoy is expected in Beirut on Tuesday to receive Lebanon's response and deliver it to Israel, according to reports in Saudi press; Sources tell outlet expectations are not high and Iran has yet to weigh in 
Lior Ben Ari | 20:30 | 11.17.24
סרן יוגב פזי ז"ל , סמ"ר נועם איתן ז"ל
IDF names officer and soldier killed in northern Gaza combat
Capt. Yogev Pazy, 22, and Staff Sgt. Noam Eitan, 21, killed during clash with terrorists in Jabaliya; another soldier seriously wounded
Ynetnews | 18:57 | 11.17.24
דדי ברנע, בנימין נתניהו
Netanyahu, Mossad chief to meeting about 101 remaining hostages
Amid Mossad Chief David Barnea’s efforts to spearhead Israeli initiatives to reignite negotiations for a deal with Hamas, a critical discussion will be held on the fate of the 101 hostages who have been in Hamas captivity for 408 days  
Itamar Eichner | 17:51 | 11.17.24
נזקי הפגיעה הישירה באזור בית הכנסת 'אבות ובנים' בחיפה
Scenes of destruction following escalation: Hezbollah destroys synagogue in Haifa
Hezbollah rocket scores direct hit on a a Haifa synagogue, destroying it; Haifa residents expressed shock at the extent of the destruction and at the fact that no one was hurt; 'We had a great miracle. Two hours before that we were still praying here in the synagogue'
Yoav Zitun, Eitan Glickman, Lior Ben Ari | 14:49 | 11.17.24
מטוס כנף ציון
The real reason Herzog isn't going to the climate conference: Turkey refused to let plane carrying Herzog in its airspace
President's office said in official statement that trip to COP29 was canceled for 'security reasons,' but host Azerbaijan says the real reason is that Turkey refused to allow the Wing of Zion plane to pass through its airspace
Itamar Eichner | 10:57 | 11.17.24
תיעוד פצצות התאורה ששוגרו לעבר בית ראש הממשלה וגרמו לשריפה
3 arrested for firing flares at Netanyahu's home
Suspects, including a reserve officer active in the protest effort, transferred to joint investigation by the Shim Bet and Israel Police for firing at least two flares at prime minister's Caesarea home, which landed on the property; The prime minister and members of his family were not home at the time
Eitan Glickman , Yoav Zitun | 09:13 | 11.17.24
רס"ל במיל' עידן קינן כהן
IDF identifies reservist killed in Jabaliya clashes
Sgt. First Class (res.) Idan Kenan, 21, soldier in the Kfir Brigade's 90th Battalion, from Ramat Gan, killed by sniper on outskirts of northern Gazan town; 'No one here sleeps until you feel safe. I promise you,' Kenan wrote in message to residents of south on October 7
Nina Fox, Yoav Zitun | 07:58 | 11.17.24
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