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The manhunt for all those involved in the brutal murder in Petah Tikva continues: Central District police officers, led by the Sharon District Intelligence and Investigations Unit, arrested an additional suspect, a 16-year-old resident of the Sharon region, on suspicion of involvement in the brutal murder.

Israel Police arrest 16th suspect, a 16-year-old, in brutal Petah Tikva murder case; manhunt for others continues.

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

To date, 16 suspects have been arrested in the case. The pursuit of all those involved continues, utilizing all means and capabilities at the disposal of the Israel Police, with the aim of uncovering the truth and bringing all those involved to justice.

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military May 2, 2026 at 9:07 pm 1 hour ago New

In several different incidents, forces of the Gaza Division (143), operating in the southern Gaza Strip, identified earlier today (Saturday),

IDF forces neutralized three terrorists and hit another in the southern Gaza Strip today, reinforcing security in the region.

Crime May 2, 2026 at 8:56 pm 1 hour ago New

Three suspects were arrested on suspicion of attacking police officers during the handling of a noise disturbance incident in Be’er Sheva. During the night, Be’er Sheva station police officers were dispatched following a report of noise disturbance emanating from a house.

Three suspects arrested in Be'er Sheva for allegedly attacking police officers responding to a noise disturbance call.

Crime May 2, 2026 at 8:55 pm 1 hour ago New

Jerusalem District police officers and Border Police fighters are currently operating against rioters in Paris Square in Jerusalem. The incident, which began as a protest,

Jerusalem police and Border Police use force to disperse rioters at Paris Square after protest participants refused to leave.

military May 2, 2026 at 7:55 pm 2 hours ago New

Further to the alerts activated in the Yiftah area regarding the infiltration of an enemy aircraft, this was a false alarm.

Alerts for enemy aircraft infiltration in Yiftah area were activated but later confirmed as a false alarm by the IDF Spokesperson.

military May 2, 2026 at 7:22 pm 3 hours ago New

Preliminary: Alerts activated regarding infiltration of an enemy aircraft in the Yiftah area, details under investigation.

Alerts activated for hostile aircraft intrusion in Yiftah area, IDF investigating details of enemy aircraft infiltration.

military May 2, 2026 at 2:52 pm 7 hours ago New

Shortly ago, the Air Force successfully intercepted a rocket that was launched towards IDF forces operating in the southern Lebanon area. In several additional incidents today (Saturday),

IDF Air Force intercepted a rocket targeting troops in southern Lebanon; Hezbollah launched drones and rockets today with no casualties.

Crime May 2, 2026 at 10:56 am 11 hours ago

Murder investigation of the teenager in Petah Tikva: Central District police officers, led by the Sharon District Intelligence and Investigations Unit, arrested an additional suspect, a 17-year-old resident of the Sharon region, for involvement in the brutal murder in Petah Tikva.

Israel Police arrest 17-year-old suspect in Petah Tikva murder investigation; 15 now detained in brutal slaying.

defense May 2, 2026 at 12:55 am 21 hours ago

Further to the alerts activated at 23:48 regarding the infiltration of an enemy aircraft in the north of the country, the Air Force successfully intercepted two aerial targets before they crossed into Israeli territory.

Israel's Air Force intercepted two enemy aircraft and two suspected aerial targets before they entered Israeli territory; rocket fire in Kiryat Shmona is under.

home front May 2, 2026 at 12:07 am 22 hours ago

Initial report: Alerts activated in the Kiryat Shmona area, details being investigated.

Alerts activated in Kiryat Shmona area; IDF investigating details of the incident.

home front May 1, 2026 at 11:52 pm 22 hours ago

Initial report: Alerts activated for infiltration of an enemy aircraft in the north of the country, details under investigation.

Alerts activated for enemy aircraft infiltration in northern Israel; details are under investigation by the IDF.