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39 Illegal residents were arrested in Rahat – an Israeli citizen was arrested on suspicion of harboring them. During the night, forces from the Ofakim station and the Southern Border Police operated in Rahat.

39 Illegal residents were arrested in Rahat - an Israeli citizen was arrested on suspicion of harboring them. During the night, forces from the Ofakim station and the Southern Border Police operated in Rahat.

May 12, 2026 at 1:26 pm Israel Police Crime

The homeowner, an Israeli citizen residing in Rahat, was arrested on suspicion of providing them with a place to sleep in his home.

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military May 12, 2026 at 2:39 pm 58 minutes ago New

Israel Intercepts Drone Near Eilat, Suspected Launch from Yemen

The Israel Defense Forces intercepted a drone approaching from the east near Eilat, with the UAV suspected to have launched from Yemen.

Crime May 12, 2026 at 2:24 pm 1 hour ago New

An extensive forgery operation by a Palestinian gang was exposed police officers from the Judea and Samaria District and IDF soldiers arrested five suspects and seized numerous forged documents in recent months.

Israel Police and IDF uncover large forgery ring, arresting five Palestinians and seizing forged documents, cash, and equipment.

military May 12, 2026 at 1:53 pm 2 hours ago New

The Air Force recently intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle that was launched from the east. No sirens were activated according to policy.

Israeli Air Force intercepts drone launched from the east; no sirens activated per policy.

military May 12, 2026 at 1:09 pm 2 hours ago New

Hezbollah Fires Surface-To-Air Missile At Israeli Aircraft, Israel Responds With Strike

Hezbollah launched a surface-to-air missile at an Israeli aircraft Tuesday, leading to an IDF strike, while other aerial targets were intercepted.

military May 12, 2026 at 12:23 pm 3 hours ago New

In three separate incidents yesterday (Sunday), forces of the 252nd Division operating in the northern Gaza Strip identified five terrorists who carried out suspicious ground activities and one terrorist who was observing the forces.

IDF forces eliminated four terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip yesterday after identifying suspicious ground activities and observation.

Crime May 12, 2026 at 12:08 pm 3 hours ago New

Police Seize Illegal Weapons in Negev

Israeli police seized illegal weapons in two operations in the Bedouin town of Tel Sheva and the nearby Al-Nabari area, authorities said ...

Crime May 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm 4 hours ago New

Following an inter-district operation, a suspect wanted for questioning in connection with an attempted murder in Eilat was arrested. This was carried out as part of a collaboration between officers from the Eilat District and the Moriah Station in the Tzion District.

Eilat attempted murder suspect Eitan Mahreto (30) arrested in Jerusalem following inter-district police operation and collaboration.

Health May 12, 2026 at 11:12 am 4 hours ago New

Heat Wave Prompts Health Advisory Across Israel

Israel braces for a sharp, unseasonal heat wave on Tuesday, with the Health Ministry issuing advisories to protect vulnerable populations.

Crime May 12, 2026 at 10:57 am 5 hours ago New

Raid by Tel Aviv District police officers on a residential compound in Jaffa – weapons including a military grenade and ammunition, and drugs including ecstasy, MDMA, and cocaine were seized.

Tel Aviv police seized weapons, including a military grenade, and drugs like ecstasy and cocaine in a Jaffa raid, arresting three suspects.

Crime May 12, 2026 at 9:55 am 6 hours ago New

A suspect was arrested in dozens of fraud cases involving the sale of tickets for various performances and events, using fake and stolen online profiles. Over the past few months, dozens of complaints have been received.

Israel Police arrest suspect in dozens of online ticket fraud cases, scamming victims out of thousands of shekels using fake profiles.