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Prime Minister’s Office announcement – 18 October 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu halts Rafah border opening until Hamas fulfills agreements. Period.

October 18, 2025 at 5:12 am Ministry of Foreign Affairs Breaking News

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed that the Rafah border crossing will not open until further notice. Its opening will be under consideration in accordance with the manner in which Hamas implements its part in the return of the deceased hostages and the implementation of the agreed upon framework.

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home front April 26, 2026 at 10:49 pm 3 minutes ago New

Following a situation assessment at the Home Front Command, a decision was made to update the defense policy: In the guidance area of the confrontation line and in the communities of Meron, Bar Yochai,

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Crime April 26, 2026 at 10:48 pm 5 minutes ago New

Police Commissioner Meets with Local Leaders on Fighting Crime in Arab Society

Israel's Police Commissioner Danny Levy met with Arab local authority heads in Jerusalem to discuss strengthening security and combating crime in Arab.

military April 26, 2026 at 9:35 pm 1 hour ago New

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Crime April 26, 2026 at 8:20 pm 3 hours ago New

Jerusalem District police officers located over 20 toddlers in an apartment where an unlicensed daycare was operating. Two suspects were detained. During an operation by officers from the Moriah station in attempts to locate a suspect in connection with

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energy April 26, 2026 at 7:48 pm 3 hours ago New

Government Promotes New Green Energy Projects

Israel's government is promoting new green energy projects with a 300 million shekel fund to enhance industrial efficiency and reduce emissions.

Politics April 26, 2026 at 7:03 pm 4 hours ago New

Team of CEOs to Establish Plan for Protection of Northern Communities

Israel's government has approved a CEO-led team to establish a comprehensive, budgeted plan for the protection of northern communities within 21 days.

Crime April 26, 2026 at 6:55 pm 4 hours ago New

Due to the expected weather tomorrow – road closures are anticipated throughout the South. The Southern District, with all its units, is preparing for the expected rainfall system that will affect the southern region.

Israel Police announces anticipated road closures in the South due to heavy rains and flash floods, urging public caution and adherence to instructions.

military April 26, 2026 at 6:18 pm 5 hours ago New

Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah Rocket Launchers That Were Ready to Launch at Israel

The Israeli military targeted Hezbollah rocket launchers and infrastructure in strikes aimed at preventing imminent attacks on Israel.

diplomacy April 26, 2026 at 6:18 pm 5 hours ago New

12,500 Tons of Medical Supplies Enter Gaza

COGAT facilitated over 12,500 tons of medical supplies and 20 ambulances into Gaza, supporting 23 operational hospitals amidst challenges from Hamas.

military April 26, 2026 at 5:34 pm 5 hours ago New

Shortly ago, the Air Force successfully intercepted another suspicious aerial target that was identified in the area where IDF forces are operating in southern Lebanon. The target did not cross into Israeli territory.

IAF intercepts suspicious aerial target near IDF operations in southern Lebanon; target did not enter Israeli territory.