PM sends implicit warning as Karish gas production nears
Lapid said it is “both possible and necessary” to reach an agreement with Lebanon, which he said would benefit both countries and “strengthen regional stability.”
Defense & Security
IDF officer killed by terrorists in overnight attack near Jenin
Before dawn on Wednesday, the military spokesman said, troops clashed with terrorists who were spotted approaching an Israeli barrier near the Jalame Crossing north of Jenin.
Hezbollah attack on Karish gas field would be 'major miscalculation,' official says
Despite the reports on progress in the ongoing talks between Israel and Lebanon to resolve the maritime border dispute surrounding the Karish gas field, an official issued a clear message to Hezbollah not to provoke Israel.
'Nobody will tell Israel how to protect itself'
Israel rebuffs US pressure to review IDF rules of engagement following the killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.
Syria alleges late-night Israeli attack put Aleppo airport out of commission
A UK-based opposition war monitor said the supposed attack also destroyed warehouses belonging to Iran-backed militias.
Gantz taps former intel chief, GOC Southern Command to head IDF
Halevi is the most suitable officer for the role, due to his wealth of operational experience in an array of areas, and his command abilities demonstrated in the field and in headquarters, Defense Minister Gantz said in a statement.
IAF to buy 4 Boeing air-force refueling tankers for $927M
Defense Minister Benny Gantz says the refueling aircraft "will enable the IDF to face security challenges near and far."
Report: Cyprus, Israel reach deal on Iron Dome sale
Iron Dome's 97% interception rate against Palestinian Islamic Jihad rockets fired during Operation Breaking Dawn has sparked renewed international interest in the system.
Terrorist shooting by all-female cell thwarted in nick of time
Personnel at the Eliyahu checkpoint in West Bank arrest three Palestinian women in possession of homemade "Carlo" submachine guns and suicide notes.
IDF struck 'third country' during latest Gaza operation, chief says
Although IDF Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi comes short of naming the particular country, officials speculate he might have been referring to Syria.