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Following a situation assessment, the Home Front Command’s defense policy remains unchanged at this time and will be in effect until Friday, April 10, 2026, at 17:00.

Home Front Command defense policy unchanged until April 10, 2026, 17:00, following situation assessment by IDF.

April 9, 2026 at 8:02 pm IDF Press Release Security

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Security April 9, 2026 at 11:16 pm 15 minutes ago New

IDF Chief of Staff: Lebanon is Now the Main Front

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir declared Lebanon the main front, noting Iran's weakened state and readiness for renewed conflict.

Holidays April 9, 2026 at 11:01 pm 30 minutes ago New

Argentine President Milei to Visit Israel for Independence Day Events April 19-22

Argentine President Javier Milei will visit Israel for Independence Day events from April 19-22, marking his third trip to the nation.

Health April 9, 2026 at 10:04 pm 1 hour ago New

Holon Hospital Treated 548 Casualties During Iran Fighting

Wolfson Medical Center in Holon treated 548 casualties during 38 days of fighting, with 84 children and 160 seniors among them.

Security April 9, 2026 at 10:03 pm 1 hour ago New

Israeli Military Begins Assaults on Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon

The Israeli military has begun assaults on Hezbollah terror organization launch sites in Lebanon, escalating regional tensions.

Economy April 9, 2026 at 10:03 pm 1 hour ago New

In Light of Sharp Increase in Cost of Gasoline Israel Furthers Promotion of Electric Vehicles

Israel is boosting electric vehicle adoption due to rising gasoline costs, with over 230,000 drivers already benefiting from savings.

Security April 9, 2026 at 9:50 pm 2 hours ago New

The IDF began attacking Hezbollah terrorist organization launch sites in Lebanon a short time ago.

The IDF is attacking Hezbollah launch sites in Lebanon.

Public April 9, 2026 at 9:16 pm 2 hours ago New

Israel’s Beaches Open for Summer Season After Two Week Delay Due to War

Israel's beaches have officially opened for the summer season today, April 9, 2026, after a two-week delay caused by the war.

Security April 9, 2026 at 9:03 pm 2 hours ago New

In accordance with the situation assessment and in light of the morning’s rocket fire from Lebanese territory, additional areas in the State of Israel may be targeted in the coming hours. The IDF emphasizes that at this stage, vigilance is required.

IDF warns of potential further rocket attacks from Lebanon, urging vigilance as the situation assessment continues.

Security April 9, 2026 at 9:02 pm 2 hours ago New

The Chief of Staff at a situation assessment on the outskirts of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon: “Our main theater of operations is here in Lebanon.”

IDF Chief of Staff states Lebanon is the main theater of operations, emphasizing the mission to remove threats to Northern residents.

Economy April 9, 2026 at 9:01 pm 3 hours ago New

Israel’s Chief Economist Predicts 3.8% Growth in 2026 Should War End

Israel's Chief Economist projects 3.8% economic growth in 2026 if current conflicts end by the second quarter.