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Shortly ago, a fire broke out in the community of Kissalon in the Mateh Yehuda sector.

Jerusalem Border Police evacuate Kissalon residents amid fire, closing Route 395 near Mateh Yehuda.

August 2, 2026 at 6:56 pm Israel Police Crime

Jerusalem Border Police forces, along with additional rescue services, are operating to evacuate residents living near the fire outbreak and to ensure the population’s security in the area. Following the fire, Route 395 towards Kisalon has been closed to traffic from the Eshtaol junction to the Ein Kerem.

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military August 3, 2026 at 9:11 pm 3 hours ago New

Joint Statement from the IDF Spokesperson and the Shin Bet Spokesperson: The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israeli territory in the October 7th massacre. The IDF, guided by the Shin Bet, attacked yesterday (Sunday) in the Deir area.

IDF and Shin Bet eliminate Hamas Nukhba commander Jalal Tsvih responsible for October 7th massacre.

Crime August 3, 2026 at 6:49 pm 5 hours ago New

Shortly ago, a report was received about a shooting victim in Kafr Qasim.

military August 3, 2026 at 6:16 pm 6 hours ago New

The IDF eliminated a PIJ terrorist who infiltrated on October 7th, participated in holding Rom Barshevsky captive, and in hostage release ceremonies. The IDF attacked in the Deir al-Balah area over the weekend.

IDF eliminated PIJ terrorist Mahmoud Fattayer, involved in Oct 7th infiltration & hostage holding, in Deir al-Balah.

military August 3, 2026 at 6:16 pm 6 hours ago New

As part of the sixth wave of Operation “Gates of Heaven,” the terrorist was documented wearing the uniform of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist organization, participating in the handover ceremony of numerous hostages, including: Amit Shani, Ofir Engel,

Terrorist in PIJ uniform involved in hostage handover eliminated during Operation "Gates of Heaven.".

Crime August 3, 2026 at 3:56 pm 8 hours ago New

Over the past few weeks, a reservist soldier and a civilian were arrested following the theft of weapons from an IDF base in the north. Indictments were filed against them today.

Israel Police arrest reservist and civilian for IDF weapon theft, drug dealing network supplying soldiers. Indictments filed.

Crime August 3, 2026 at 12:38 pm 12 hours ago

The National Unit for Economic Crimes Investigations (YALAK) Lahav 433, together with the National Unit for Investigations in the Supervisor of Insolvency and Economic Rehabilitation Procedures at the Ministry of Justice,

YALAK & Ministry of Justice investigate suspects for systematic asset concealment and fraud, seizing significant property.

Crime August 3, 2026 at 12:38 pm 12 hours ago

Searches for a missing person in the Sea of Galilee – Police officers from the Sea of Galilee patrol unit, along with police officers from the Northern District, a force from the Air Unit, and additional rescue forces,

Israel Police search for a missing 40s man in the Sea of Galilee after he disappeared from Trapez beach.

Crime August 3, 2026 at 12:06 pm 12 hours ago

A work accident investigation was recently opened into circumstances that occurred at a garage in the town of Shagav Shalom. According to suspicion, during work, a worker (in his 30s) was injured by a vehicle that fell from a lifting device.

Work accident investigation in Shagav Shalom: A worker in his 30s died after a vehicle fell from a lifting device at a garage.

military August 3, 2026 at 10:16 am 14 hours ago

The Military Prosecution has filed an indictment against the commander of the Nur al-Shams battalion for the attack in which Sergeant Major (Res.) Yehuda Geto, may he rest in peace, was killed. The Military Prosecution filed yesterday (Sunday) with the court

Indictment filed against Nur al-Shams commander for attack killing Sgt. Major Yehuda Geto and injuring another.

Crime August 3, 2026 at 8:29 am 16 hours ago

Tel Aviv District police officers have opened an investigation into an incident of suspected weapons being thrown in the city. During the night, a report was received about an explosion near a residential building in the Tzameret neighborhood of Tel Aviv.

Tel Aviv police investigate suspected weapons thrown near residential building following explosion in Tzameret neighborhood; criminal background suspected.