Threats from FPV drones and Russia's training of FPV drone operators for Assad's army and Hezbollah – Analysis
In an article on the Israeli portal “Shomrim» August 22, 2024 tells of a new threat from Hezbollah, connected with the use of drones, which have already changed the course of the war in Ukraine. Yigal Levinan Israeli military analyst, served as a consultant for this Shomrim article, which includes his comments. Full text on […]
Thousands of Israeli Air Force soldiers and officers will go on a week-long vacation.
The IDF has declared maximum readiness in connection with a possible attack by Iran. Despite this, the Air Force command has decided to send thousands of soldiers on leave at the end of August. The soldiers, who have not seen a vacation for a long time due to the prolonged war, will be able to […]
An Israeli delegation has headed to Cairo for talks on the situation in the Gaza Strip, media reports.
Israeli negotiators led by Mossad chief David Barnea have left for Cairo to negotiate a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, The Times of Israel reported on Thursday, citing sources. CNN also reported that the US will send a delegation to Egypt as a mediator. CIA chief William Burns will lead the behind-the-scenes talks. Ceasefire talks […]
Video: With the participation of Ukrainian doctors, an underground section was deployed at Rambam Hospital in Haifa and training for staff was conducted there
A report by the Ukrainian “Yedini Novyny” tells how a new underground hospital protected from air strikes was opened in Israel with the participation of Ukrainian doctors. This measure is part of the preparation of Israel's civilian infrastructure for possible missile and drone strikes from Iran, Syria or Lebanon. In particular, an underground section was […]
Two bombs in workshops, mined roads and airstrikes are the results of the operation in the West Bank.
The IDF completed a 14-hour raid in Tulkarem, one of the main centers of terrorism in the Palestinian territories. Terrorists, mined roads and bomb-making workshops were eliminated. Air forces participated in the operation, helping to eliminate the enemies. Palestinian sources showed videos of explosions and destruction in the city. The army released footage of two […]
Support for children and teenagers from Ukraine continues for the 3rd military summer in Jewish summer camps — Mosaic United and the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs
Mosaic United, together with the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight against Anti-Semitism, continues the tradition of supporting Jewish children and teenagers from Ukraine and those who were forced to leave their country because of the war. This year marks the third year in a row that summer camps and recreation days have been […]
The United States wants to create an international military contingent to help resolve the conflict in Gaza.
According to the US proposal, IDF units in the Philadelphia Corridor and the Netzarim separation corridor would be replaced by peacekeeping forces under the auspices of the UN. Al-Akhbar reports that UN troops will control the Rafah checkpoint on the border with Egypt. The mandate of these peacekeeping forces will be temporary, and power may […]
Participants in the course “Kyiv, Jews, Zionism and the 20th Century” study the Jewish heritage of the Ukrainian capital
The international cultural project “Kyiv, Jews, Zionism and the 20th Century” has revealed several cultural phenomena to its participants over the past two weeks. Researcher Mikhail Kalnitsky and project participants visited the Brodsky Synagogue, the central synagogue of Kyiv, built in 1898 with funds from L. Brodsky according to the design of Georgy Shleifer. They […]
The state will pay for the funerals of northern residents who died during the evacuation.
The Ministry of Religious Services will cover the costs of burial and transportation of deceased persons from northern regions who died during the evacuation, provided that the family of the deceased expresses a desire for burial in their home country. The initiative came from the funeral brotherhood “Chevra Kadisha”, which approached the director general of […]
The IDF is innocent. The bullets in the hostages' bodies are from terrorists.
According to the latest forensic data, it became known that some of the kidnapped Israelis were shot by terrorist guards, which contradicts previous versions. In particular, the body of Yoram Metzger was found with a bullet in his body, which indicates murder. Recall that six Israelis were kidnapped alive in Gaza and died in captivity. […]
Scholz says he knows that Russia and pro-Russian forces are trying to disrupt stability in Moldova.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said during his visit to Chisinau that Moldova is suffering from Russian aggression against Ukraine and its consequences. He stressed that Russia and pro-Russian politicians are trying to disrupt stability in the country and expressed support for Moldovan leader Maia Sandu. In X (former Twitter), he wrote that they stand on […]
The Lebanese Foreign Ministry fears the outbreak of war in the Middle East.
Lebanon's Foreign Minister said that if the Israel-Hamas swap talks fail, the situation in the Middle East could spiral out of control. However, he stressed that Lebanon does not seek war or increased violence. At the same time, Hezbollah militants continue to fire rockets at Israel from southern Lebanon, and Beirut authorities are unable to […]
Writer David Grossman was awarded the Heinrich Heine Prize.
Israeli writer David Grossman has won the Heinrich Heine Literary Prize, the Dusseldorf municipality announced. This prestigious award was previously given to another Israeli, Amoz Oz. The statement noted that Grossman's work reflects themes that are important to Israeli life. The Heinrich Heine Prize was established in 1972 in honor of the poet's anniversary. It […]
Biden Calls on Netanyahu to Reach Ceasefire, Free Hostages with Hamas
President Joe Biden has called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a ceasefire agreement with Hamas in Gaza as peace talks have stalled. According to UNN, he expressed the need for a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after a phone call with Netanyahu. He also discussed with the Israeli prime minister the upcoming […]
The area of fires in Northern Israel has reached 189 square kilometers.
Large-scale fires broke out in northern Israel due to shelling from Lebanon, the area of fires reached a record 189 thousand dunams. The main damage was in the Golan Heights nature reserves and the Galilee forests. More than half of the burned area is classified as nature reserves, which aggravates the ecological disaster. Since the […]
Yair Golan said the Prime Minister deceived the people in the debate over the Philadelphia Corridor.
Labor Party leader Yair Golan has sharply criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu, saying that the security situation in Israel represents a failure of the government and the Zionist idea. Despite military operations in the country, the threat from Hezbollah has not diminished due to the protracted conflict in the south. Golan believes that both the southern […]
Biden made it clear to Netanyahu that a deal needs to be reached as soon as possible.
The White House press service released an official statement on a telephone conversation that took place on August 21, 2024, between President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The parties discussed measures to protect Israel from threats posed by Iran and its proxies – Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis. During the call, Biden […]
American airlines have extended the cancellation of their flights to Israel.
American airlines have announced that they will extend the cancellation of flights to Israel due to the escalation of the conflict in the region. The decision was made to ensure the safety of passengers and crew. According to official information, the airspace over Israel will remain closed until a specific date. This decision is due […]
Another US aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East
The United States is preparing for a conflict in the region. A US Navy strike group with the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln and F-35C fighters has arrived in the Middle East. This information was reported by the US Central Command. The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, along with F-35C and F/A-18 Block III fighters, arrived […]
Parents of Hamas prisoner tell Chicago Democratic convention that hostage issue should be above politics
The parents of hostage Hirsch Goldberg-Polin spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, highlighting the humanitarian aspect of the hostage return. Their story drew standing ovations and calls for their son to be brought home. They thanked the Biden-Harris administration for its support. At the same time, more than 2,000 people participated in a […]