Hamas recruiting thousands of new terrorists, rebuilding missile arsenal IDF intelligence shows Hamas is using the ongoing ceasefire to rebuild its ranks with a massive recruiting drive while also building new bombs and anti-tank missiles. June 29, 2026
Hezbollah supporters protest Lebanon-Israel framework agreement in Beirut Hezbollah leadership declared the agreement 'null and void.' June 28, 2026
IDF soldier killed by Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon Hazutt is the first soldier to be killed by Hezbollah since Jerusalem and Beirut signed a framework agreement on Friday aimed at removing the Iranian proxy from Southern Lebanon. June 28, 2026
Oct. 7-like invasion could happen again, 74% of Israelis say Vast majority of Israelis believe that another October 7-style invasion and massacre could happen, highlighting sense of insecurity after more than two and a half years of war. June 28, 2026
Ben-Gvir calls Lebanon agreement a ‘major mistake,’ demands Cabinet vote The agreement calls for the replacement of the IDF with the Lebanese army in southern Lebanon and the disarmament of Hezbollah. June 27, 2026
IDF prepares for Gaza riots as Fatah seen steering anti-Hamas protests toward Israeli forces Military officials noted that, unlike that period, there is no border fence separating Israeli forces from the area. June 26, 2026
IDF withdrawing from parts of southern Lebanon, says US State Department Trump administration official says that the IDF has pulled back from some areas of southern Lebanon. June 25, 2026
IDF traps Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon tunnel after kidnapping alert Israeli officials said the terrorists remain besieged inside the complex and that Israel is demanding their unconditional surrender. June 24, 2026
IDF won’t withdraw from Lebanon – even if US demands it, says DM Israel’s defense minister says IDF will remain in southern Lebanon security zone regardless of US pressure, adding that 200,000 residents will not be permitted to return. June 24, 2026
Top Israeli officials discuss Gaza mass migration impasse Netanyahu’s new national security adviser presses security agencies to explain lack of progress facilitating mass migration of Gazans out of the Strip. June 24, 2026
Regretting Gaza Disengagement, Israelis say IDF must keep Gaza, Lebanon, Syria buffer zones – poll Three-quarters of Israelis back maintaining IDF security zones in the Gaza Strip, southern Lebanon, and southern Syrian. June 24, 2026
Israel considers limited southern Lebanon withdrawal despite previous pledges Israeli officials emphasized that any withdrawal under consideration would be limited in scope. June 23, 2026
IDF strikes armed terror cell; Hezbollah claims ceasefire violation The military emphasized that it would continue operating against immediate threats and would not allow Hezbollah to endanger Israeli civilians or soldiers. June 23, 2026
Israel offers limited withdrawal as Iran sets ‘red lines’ in Lebanon Israel reportedly planning to propose a pilot program for withdrawal from parts of southern Lebanon, while Iran lays out its 'red lines' in Lebanon conflict. June 23, 2026
Vance: Israel should respond to Hezbollah attacks with ‘conversation,’ not retaliation Vice President JD Vance urges Israel not to retaliate following each Hezbollah attack and to instead engage in "conversation" to avoid wider war. June 23, 2026
Israeli security chief warns of Oct 7-like invasion of tourism hotspot The head of the Shin Bet has warned top brass that the city of Eilat could be the target of the 'next October 7,' with possible invasion attempts from Jordan or Egypt. June 23, 2026
Researchers challenge Gaza mortality survey in Lancet correspondence Drawing on GPS information released with the study, DellaPergola and Zlochin said interview areas overlapped in some locations rather than remaining distinct. June 22, 2026
IDF limits commanders’ authority in Lebanon, restricts proactive strikes The Israeli military issued a statement directing forces to operate only within Israel’s self-declared security zone in southern Lebanon. June 22, 2026
Circle closed: IDF kills Omer Shem Tov’s Hamas captor During the war, he was also involved in planting explosive devices against IDF forces operating in the area. June 22, 2026
Israel agreed to partial withdrawal in Lebanon – report Israel reportedly agreed to goodwill gesture to Lebanon ahead of latest round of talks, with a partial withdrawal from territory in southern Lebanon. June 22, 2026
IDF to remain in Lebanon ‘as long as we need to protect our people,’ Netanyahu says Netanyahu said 'no country' would do a better job in Lebanon, noting that the ratio of terrorists to noncombatants slain in the war has been as low as 5 to 1. June 22, 2026
Poll: Israelis place security over land withdrawals, say buffer zones essential Sixty-five percent of Israelis don’t trust international forces as a replacement for Israel’s military along their borders. June 22, 2026
Israeli Defense Minister: No restrictions on soldiers in Lebanon Over the weekend five IDF soldiers were killed following drone and missile attacks on troops in the area. June 21, 2026
US pressing Israel to withdraw from Lebanon – report Israeli defense minister denies that IDF soldiers are being limited in their ability to respond to Hezbollah threats in Lebanon, amid reports the US is pressuring Israel to withdraw. June 21, 2026
Turkey-based Hamas cell behind dozens of attacks on Israel over past year Israeli security officials say Hamas operatives in Turkey are playing a crucial role in transferring money and weapons to terrorists in Judea and Samaria and have orchestrated dozens of attacks on Israeli targets over the past year. June 21, 2026
Minister says Israel to remain in Lebanon for years, regardless of US demands Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says IDF will maintain long-term presence in Lebanon and will not withdraw from 'one millimeter' even if the US demands it. June 21, 2026
The Lebanon trap inside the Iran deal By agreeing to Iran’s demands that Israel cease its attacks on Hezbollah, never mind that Hezbollah provoked the conflict, Ghalibaf creates a poison pill. June 21, 2026
Hezbollah launches over 50 projectiles at IDF forces 'The IDF will not tolerate attacks against Israeli civilians or IDF soldiers and will respond with determination to any act of aggression directed against them,' the army said. June 21, 2026
2 IDF soldiers killed in southern Lebanon The casualties included two soldiers who were seriously wounded and one officer who sustained moderate injuries. June 20, 2026
‘All of Lebanon must burn,’ says minister after Hezbollah kills 4 IDF soldiers Both President Trump and Vice President Vance have criticized Israel for ongoing operations against Hezbollah. June 19, 2026
Hamas documents detail effort to deceive Israel ahead of Oct. 7 massacre Hamas sought to create the impression that it was focused on diplomacy, economic issues, and limited military activity. June 19, 2026
Four IDF soldiers KIA in Hezbollah drone strike in southern Lebanon According to initial reports, the soldiers were killed in Kfar Tebnit when an explosive drone struck the battalion commander’s tank. June 19, 2026
Israel vows to remain in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah expects cash infusion from Trump’s Iran deal As of now, the Israeli military remains deployed along the Yellow Line in southern Lebanon and is expected to stay there for at least the next 60 days. June 19, 2026
Israeli soldier killed, seven injured in Hezbollah attack According to the IDF, the incident occurred during operations in southern Lebanon when explosive devices were activated against troops. June 18, 2026
Israeli soldiers in Lebanon say new open-fire restrictions leave them exposed IDF forces deployed to southern Lebanon say the army has dramatically narrowed its open-fire rules. June 18, 2026
Five IDF soldiers injured in Hezbollah drone attack in southern Lebanon The casualties include one soldier in serious condition, two in moderate condition, and two who sustained light injuries. June 17, 2026
Israel Supreme Court upholds detention of Hamas-linked hospital director According to Hamas’ Military Medical Services and Palestinian media reports, he holds the rank of colonel in the organization’s medical division. June 17, 2026
Israeli navy on high alert for Hamas attacks from sea as terror group rebuilds maritime capabilities According to several reports, Hamas has been quietly exploiting the pause in fighting to tighten its control over civilian life while simultaneously rebuilding its military capabilities behind the scenes. June 17, 2026
Hezbollah launches rocket barrages at IDF in latest truce violation Earlier on Monday, Hezbollah praised the Islamic Republic for completing the peace agreement with the United States. June 16, 2026
IDF plans permanent base in Jenin after cutting terror by 70% Israel faces continuous attempts to orchestrate terrorism against civilian and military targets alike, forcing the defense establishment to maintain high readiness. June 16, 2026
Senior US official: Israel withdrawal not included in Iran deal Defense Minister Israel Katz said the deal is not binding on Israel and stated that the Israel Defense Forces will not withdraw from security zones. June 15, 2026
IDF will remain in control of south Lebanon, Netanyahu tells US Israeli defense chief says Israel will not withdraw from southern Lebanon as part of Iran deal, reveals that Netanyahu informed Trump of Jerusalem's position. June 15, 2026
Abbas says Palestinian election to be held in 2027 – without setting a date Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas says the PA will hold its first presidential election in more than 20 years - but declines to set a date for the vote. June 15, 2026
IDF: Senior Hezbollah commander killed in Lebanon prior to Iran ceasefire According to the IDF, Daqduq was also involved in efforts to establish Hezbollah infrastructure in Syria near the Israeli frontier. June 15, 2026
Iran threatens retaliation after Israeli strike on Dahiyeh – security forces on high alert The preparations reflect lessons learned from the previous exchange, when Iran fired projectiles at Israel following what it characterized as a violation of its deterrence equation. June 14, 2026
IDF raises alert for Iranian attack after strike in Beirut The military said there were currently no changes to civilian guidelines. June 14, 2026
IDF strikes Beirut; Iran demands deal must end fighting in Lebanon Israel responds to Hezbollah drone attacks with strike on Dahiyeh near Beirut as US-Iran talks continue. June 14, 2026
IDF cementing control in southern Lebanon, Syria – report IDF fortifying its positions in southern Lebanon and southern Syria, signaling plans for long-term control over buffer zones. June 14, 2026
IDF advances in Lebanon, strikes 70 Hezbollah terror sites Following the strike, IDF soldiers located Kalashnikov rifles and military equipment on the terrorists, as well as launch positions and additional weapons in the vicinity of the underground route. June 14, 2026
High-ranking officer says disarming Hezbollah is key to combating explosive drones Amir Avivi: 'We see single drones powered by fiber optics, and it could be a swarm of dozens of drones that could be AI-powered.' June 12, 2026
The ongoing charade of Hamas disarmament The message Hamas is sending remains as defiant as ever. Hamas does not take Trump's plan seriously. June 11, 2026
IDF officer seriously wounded by Jenin IED blast Palestinian terrorists targeted Israeli Jews in Judea and Samaria at least 5,051 times in 2025. June 11, 2026
US begins building new Gaza-border base as Trump plan remains stalled US military building military base in southern Israel meant to house international forces slated to police the Gaza Strip. June 11, 2026
Oct. 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar’s invasion plans to be put on display Israel opening new exhibit featuring documents seized from Hamas, including Yahya Sinwar's invasion plans. June 11, 2026
‘It should look like Nuremberg’: Why Israel has yet to put a single Oct. 7 terrorist on trial The new framework is designed to allow Israel to present Oct. 7 as a coordinated atrocity rather than hundreds of disconnected criminal cases. June 11, 2026
Report: Hamas potentially agrees to transfer of weapons revised disarmament framework The proposal also links any transfer of weapons to a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. June 11, 2026
IDF kills armed terrorist after border infiltration from Lebanon The suspect was reportedly discovered by chance after troops were dispatched to the area following reports of a brush fire. June 10, 2026
Israeli security cabinet approves automatic Beirut strike policy for Hezbollah attacks The move grants broader operational authority to the security establishment in an effort to enable a faster response to attacks from Lebanon. June 9, 2026
Israel confirms deaths of senior Islamic Jihad figures in Gaza The three were heavily involved in orchestrating attacks against the IDF. June 8, 2026
Israel braces for several days of intense fighting with Iran The Houthis in Yemen also joined firing two missiles, declaring that 'the era of separate fronts is over.' June 8, 2026
