US extends Judea and Samaria travel restrictions as Israel warns of wider unrest The U.S. Department of State also maintains a Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory for Judea and Samaria. July 27, 2026
Syrian President Al-Sharaa signals landmark security pact with Israel ‘paving way’ to peace Damascus is currently opting for a cautious approach, consulting regional allies including Turkey while focusing internal efforts on disrupting weapons and drug trafficking routes across its borders. July 27, 2026
Israeli forces nab four Palestinians after off-duty soldier attacked in Hebron Hills Eliram Azulay, head of the Mount Hebron Regional Council, told local media over the weekend that the soldier was wounded by a hurled stone. July 27, 2026
Iranian leadership demands Israeli evacuation from Lebanon before resuming Washington talks In response to the Iranian demands, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarified that Israel will reject any American or international request to alter its troop deployment in Lebanon. July 27, 2026
Israeli cabinet approves international stabilization force’s entry into Gaza Each deployment of International Stabilization Force personnel into Gaza will require the approval of the prime minister, defense minister, and foreign minister. July 26, 2026
Ben-Gvir calls to renew targeted killings Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the IDF is already operating forcefully on the ground. July 26, 2026
Israel fears outbreak of new intifada in Judea and Samaria Israeli security officials warn of possible First Intifada-style violence in Judea and Samaria after deadly attack last week. July 26, 2026
IDF bars Palestinian workers from Judea and Samaria communities after attacks Included in the new security measures are bolstering IDF presence in the area, demolition of terrorists' homes, and further confiscation of weapons. July 26, 2026
Israeli forces map homes of terrorists who carried out shooting in Samaria One terrorist was eliminated and the other was arrested by Duvdevan undercover troops in Nablus. July 26, 2026
Palestinians wound, snatch weapon of reservist IDF soldier in Hebron region A short while later, IDF soldiers recovered the weapon, and they continue to pursue the terrorist, the IDF said in a follow-up statement. July 25, 2026
Two Israelis murdered in Samaria terror attack IDF troops eliminated the gunman immediately after the shooting and recovered the stolen weapon July 24, 2026
Kozo Okamoto, Japanese terrorist who took part in a 1972 Tel Aviv airport attack, dies in Beirut Okamoto was sentenced to life in prison but freed in 1985 in a prisoner exchange between Israel and Palestinian terrorists. July 24, 2026
Katz warns Iran of ‘crushing blow’ if it attacks Israel Israeli defense officials have said they are preparing for both defensive and offensive scenarios. July 24, 2026
National infrastructure targets selected: Israel plans aggressive operational objectives for next war stage Tehran leadership could calculate that initiating hostilities provides a distinct operational advantage, prompting Israeli forces to prioritize defensive readiness alongside offensive preparations. July 24, 2026
Iran threatens Tel Aviv as Trump weighs ‘massive’ new strike Middle East on edge as Trump nears decision on massive Iran strike World Israel News Staff Iran has threatened to strike Tel Aviv if US President Donald Trump orders a new wave of attacks on Tehran, as Tr... July 24, 2026
Hamas’ new leader, same old jihad Instead of discussing disarmament, Hamas is discussing succession. Instead of preparing to relinquish power, it is choosing who will govern. July 23, 2026
Israeli farmer seriously wounded in Palestinian terror attack in Samaria Palestinian terrorists stabbed an Israeli farmer who was trying to extinguish a fire sparked near his agricultural outpost. July 23, 2026
Escalation: Houthis strike Saudi oil tankers in Red Sea Footage circulating on social media shows a tanker engulfed in flames after a combined Houthi missile and drone assault. July 23, 2026
Israel moves to strip citizenship from two Arab Israelis convicted of aiding Hamas The State Attorney’s Office said the offenses amounted to 'effective treason.' July 22, 2026
Symbols found in Gaza homes motivate IDF soldiers to fight harder The soldiers who wear the Temple patch and see images of the Dome of the Rock are reminded daily of the reason they are fighting in a three-year war that otherwise would seem unrelated to Jerusalem. July 22, 2026
Hamas entrenches control through Gaza clans ahead of technocratic transition – report As US-backed Board of Peace pushes Hamas to relinquish power to technocratic committee, the terror group is reportedly using local clans for bid to retain control even after the committee begins administering the Strip. July 22, 2026
Israel’s campaign against Hamas’ vast tunnel network continues during Gaza ceasefire Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar said in 2021 that the network ran for roughly 500 kilometers, or 310 miles—nearly the length of the New York City subway system. July 22, 2026
Poll shows widespread hostility towards Hezbollah, support for Israel deal among Syrians, Lebanese The Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah has little support among either Syrians or Lebanese, new poll shows, while pluralities in both countries support peace with Israel. July 22, 2026
Direct US-Lebanon flights to resume after Trump cancels ban President Trump also said he would consider speaking directly with Hezbollah if Lebanon requested it. July 22, 2026
Arab-Israeli security guard plotted to assassinate national security minister, join Hamas Israeli Arab from Nazareth who worked as a security guard at the Afula bus station arrested after he contacted Hamas and plotted to kill Itamar Ben-Gvir. July 21, 2026
Israel is building a miles-long earthen barrier inside Gaza, entrenching its division A portion of the berm network in southern Gaza was extended by more than 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) in two weeks this month. July 21, 2026
IDF kills Hamas commander who held Oct. 7 hostages The IDF and Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) said that in recent months he worked to rebuild Hamas’ military capabilities by training terrorists and producing and distributing weapons. July 21, 2026
Dozens of Hezbollah terrorists trapped in tunnel complex—report The Israeli Air Force previously struck the tunnel complex but was unable to destroy it because it is dug deep underground. July 20, 2026
Hamas names al-Hayya as Sinwar’s successor The leadership contest had exposed deep internal divisions within Hamas, with the Mashaal-al-Hayya rivalry splitting terrorist factions between Iranian backing and Gulf independence. July 20, 2026
US says Lebanese army begins takeover of villages held by IDF US says Israel-Lebanon agreement enters operational phase in three villages in southern Lebanon. July 20, 2026
Iran claims Jordanian soldiers, civilians provided strike intel Deadly Iranian attacks underscore Jordan's strategic importance to American military operations across the Middle East. July 20, 2026
IDF kills Oct. 7 infiltrator, Hamas platoon commander in Gaza The IDF said Arouq participated in the Oct. 7 attack on southern Israel and, throughout the war, trained incoming Hamas terrorists. July 17, 2026
What if PA Arabs invaded Greater Tel Aviv when Turkey and Egypt attacked Israel from outside? – analysis There are an estimated 150,000 illegal weapons owned by Judea and Samaria Arabs, suggesting a potential for massive internal disruption that could stretch IDF resources thin. July 16, 2026
IDF controls more than 60% of Gaza, Central Command chief says At the same time, Bluth cautioned that Hamas remains in control of parts of Gaza despite suffering significant setbacks. July 16, 2026
The Iran-backed ‘decisive campaign’ to destroy Israel and the West Hamas was not reacting impulsively to political developments. It was patiently preparing for one of the most sophisticated terrorist operations in modern times. July 16, 2026
‘IDF preparing for all scenarios’ For Israel, however, a return to the negotiating table represents the most problematic outcome. July 16, 2026
Hezbollah reportedly preparing for shocking escalation, awaiting Tehran’s green light Israeli security officials have themselves warned publicly that Hezbollah could move against IDF forces in the near term. July 15, 2026
Rare access to Beaufort Castle shows Hezbollah’s hidden war preparations Approximately one kilometer south of the fortress, the IDF uncovered an extensive underground military complex that it said Hezbollah had constructed over a period of 10 to 15 years with direct Iranian assistance. July 15, 2026
Lebanon arrests alleged Mossad agent trying to flee, tied to deaths of four top Hezbollah commanders Reports described him as someone who was 'very close to commanders in Hezbollah' and had access to a wide range of sensitive information because of those relationships. July 15, 2026
Israel, Lebanon begin US-brokered talks in Rome Israeli forces are positioned within a security zone extending about 10 km (6 miles) into Lebanon along the entire Israeli border. July 14, 2026
At Beaufort Castle, the IDF’s 36th division prepares for Hezbollah’s next move No one among the division’s commanders is under the impression that the last word has been said. July 14, 2026
Israel pushes back on growing calls to free Gaza terror doctor Worth noting is that Abu Safiya was not included in any of the prisoner release deals given the severity of the actions attributed to him. July 14, 2026
European Union pledges $1 billion for Gaza reconstruction The EU unveiled a massive Gaza rebuilding initiative just one day after a UN official condemned Hamas' obstruction of humanitarian aid. July 14, 2026
Israel will establish 3 outpost settlements in northern Gaza, says defense chief Israel's military will build three outpost settlements in northern Gaza on the ruins of Israeli towns evacuated in the 2005 Disengagement, says Defense Minister Israel Katz. July 14, 2026
Sinwar memo shows Hamas planned 10,000-terrorist invasion, feared nuclear retaliation Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar envisioned 10,000-terrorist invasion of Israel but believed Israel would respond by using nuclear weapons against Gaza. July 13, 2026
UN official: ‘Hamas blocking humanitarian aid distribution in Gaza’ A senior U.N. official condemned Gaza's 'de facto authorities' for disrupting humanitarian aid operations. July 13, 2026
Inside Hezbollah’s nerve center: What IDF troops found under Beaufort Castle Above ground, forces located firing positions, observation posts, anti-tank weapons, and mortars aimed at Israeli territory, along with equipment indicating terrorists had been stationed there for extended periods. July 12, 2026
Israel has slain 2,561 terrorists who invaded on Oct. 7—report The unit was given the operational responsibility to kill all those who took part in the massacre as a principled decision made by the Israeli government. July 11, 2026
The PA could launch a more severe attack than Hamas did on Oct 7, report warns A far larger armed force than Hamas used on Oct 7 now operates only about 22 kilometers from Israel's main population centers. July 10, 2026
Hamas’s latest trick: Leaving government, keeping weapons Hamas is acting because it faces mounting international pressure to comply with Trump's peace plan, whose central requirement is the complete demilitarization of the Gaza Strip. July 9, 2026
Katz declares: ‘We did not ask permission to enter Lebanon, and we will not need permission to stay’ Katz said the security zone is intended to deny Hezbollah the ability to harm residents of the north. July 9, 2026
Jordan angry as Israel refuses to renew additional water agreement Jordan reportedly faces a severe water shortage and needs the agreement with Israel. July 8, 2026
Thousands of cigarettes found hidden inside pineapple shipment bound for Gaza The shipment had been purchased by an Israeli company authorized to transfer goods into Gaza under the private-sector humanitarian aid mechanism. July 8, 2026
IAF strike targets vehicle carrying four suspects near Lebanon border On Sunday, the IDF carried out an airstrike in the same area, targeting Hezbollah terrorists on motorcycles. July 7, 2026
PA officials: ‘Hamas will still rule Gaza; don’t believe the lies’ Palestinian Authority sources described Hamas' announcement as a tactical effort to satisfy ceasefire requirements without relinquishing power. July 7, 2026
Sa’ar says Hamas seeks ‘Hezbollah model’ to avoid disarmament Hamas has not indicated that it is prepared to surrender its weapons. July 6, 2026
Senior US official: No rebuilding Gaza without disarming Hamas The US position has remained unchanged since the beginning of the war, describing the complete dismantlement of Hamas as a prerequisite for any reconstruction effort. July 6, 2026
Taser pistols and individual vetting: This is how the Gaza trial zones will operate After months of delay, training is expected to begin in the coming weeks for the Palestinian police force that will maintain order inside the designated 'bubbles' where the trial will take place. July 6, 2026
Zamir: IDF ready to strike if Hezbollah breaches truce again As Zamir conducted an operational assessment alongside senior commanders, Zamir called Beaufrort Ridge a 'terrorist infrastructure hub' constructed by Hezbollah. July 5, 2026
Oct. 7 architect planned much larger – and deadlier – invasion of Israel Captured documents reportedly show that Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar planned Oct. 7 attacks as part of a multi-front invasion of Israel, with incursions from Lebanon, Jordan and Syria. July 5, 2026
