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Following the alerts activated a short while ago in several areas in the north of the country, two launches that crossed from Lebanon towards Israeli territory were intercepted.

IDF intercepted two launches from Lebanon into northern Israel following activated alerts.

May 30, 2026 at 6:53 pm IDF Press Release military

Following the alerts that were activated a short while ago in several areas in the north of the country, two launches that crossed from Lebanon towards Israeli territory were intercepted.

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Thursday, 16 July 2026 Updated continuously

Crime July 16, 2026 at 9:11 pm 4 minutes ago New

Demonstration on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak and at the Geha Junction – two rioters were arrested, all routes have been opened to traffic. Police forces operated in recent hours to maintain public order.

Israel Police arrested two rioters after a demonstration on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak blocked traffic and endangered lives; all routes are now open.

military July 16, 2026 at 8:37 pm 39 minutes ago New

The IDF eliminated a platoon commander in the Hamas terrorist organization who infiltrated Israeli territory in the October 7th massacre. The IDF attacked earlier today (Thursday) in the northern Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist.

IDF eliminates Hamas platoon commander involved in Oct 7th massacre and terror plots in Gaza.

Crime July 16, 2026 at 7:34 pm 2 hours ago New

Seven suspects were arrested for involvement in a brawl and disturbance of the peace in Beit Safafa, Jerusalem. Following a report received about a multi-participant brawl incident in the Beit Safafa neighborhood of Jerusalem,

Seven suspects arrested in Beit Safafa, Jerusalem, after a brawl where officers were targeted with thrown objects, resulting in one injury.

Crime July 16, 2026 at 5:51 pm 3 hours ago New

Activists involved in managing an institution functioning as a central part of the financial mechanism of the “Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine” terrorist organization were arrested in recent weeks.

Israel Police arrested activists managing a PFLP financial institution, declared a terrorist organization. Indictments filed.

Crime July 16, 2026 at 5:50 pm 3 hours ago New

Rioters block Road 4, Geha Junction; police extricate vehicles

Israel Police clear vehicles blocking Highway 4 and Geha Junction during an illegal demonstration, urging the public to use alternative routes.

Crime July 16, 2026 at 4:43 pm 5 hours ago New

Human bones were located in the Lifta area of Jerusalem – Investigation opened A short while ago, a report was received from a citizen about the discovery of what is suspected to be human bones, in one of the caves in the Lifta Forest area in Jerusalem.

Human bones discovered in Jerusalem's Lifta Forest caves prompt Israel Police investigation, with officers and forensic teams on scene.

Crime July 16, 2026 at 3:38 pm 6 hours ago New

Police preparedness for tonight’s football match in Be’er Sheva Four suspects detained. As part of the preparations for the “Champions of Champions” football match between Hapoel Be’er Sheva and Maccabi Tel Aviv,

Israel Police detained four suspects and seized clubs ahead of tonight's football match in Be'er Sheva, preventing potential violence.

military July 16, 2026 at 12:08 pm 9 hours ago

During the night: The IDF attacked and destroyed four Hamas terrorist organization weapons depots. The IDF attacked during the night (Wednesday) in the central Gaza Strip.

IDF forces destroyed four Hamas weapons depots in the central Gaza Strip overnight, continuing operations to remove threats.

Politics July 16, 2026 at 11:54 am 9 hours ago

The government approved an unprecedented national initiative to eradicate crime in Arab society: the Shin Bet will join the campaign alongside the Israel Police.

Israel's PMO announces Shin Bet joins police to eradicate crime in Arab society, vowing determination for citizen security.

defense July 16, 2026 at 9:12 am 12 hours ago

Tonight, the government approved a historic move for the wounded of the IDF and security forces the heroes who fought for Israel’s security and paid a heavy personal price with their bodies and souls. The State

Israel approves historic reform for IDF/security forces' wounded, removing bureaucracy and expanding support for their rehabilitation journey.