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Bat Yam Municipality Sues Iran for NIS 250 Million Over Damage from Operation "Rising Lion"
The Bat Yam municipality has filed a lawsuit for NIS 250 million against Iran over damage to the city during Operation "Rising Lion." Mayor Tzvika Brot delivered the lawsuit to an Iranian representative at Iran's mission to the UN in New York.
At least 25 flights across Europe received bomb threats in the second wave within three days. Aircraft were diverted to other airports, some were escorted by fighter jets, and passengers were taken off for inspections. No explosives were found, and who is behind the threats is still unknown.
IDF reveals details of operation to return the body of Hadar Goldin
The IDF revealed details of the operation to recover the body of Lt. Hadar Goldin, a year after his remains were returned for burial in Israel. The key to locating him was the arrest of Hamas operative Marwan Alhamz, who was suspected of knowing where Goldin was buried in a tunnel in Rafah.
Explosion Reported on Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz; Iran Reports Sea Mines
The captain of a tanker that crossed the Strait of Hormuz reported an explosion near the waterline, about 16 nautical miles east of Khasab in Oman. According to the details provided, the tanker is continuing its voyage under its own power and all crew members are safe.
A large-scale military exercise will be held in the north and south of the country – and will last three days
The IDF is planning an exercise in the Galilee region and several areas near Be'er Sheva, which will begin today and end on Wednesday evening. Heavy movement of security forces and military vehicles will be noticeable during it, and the army said the exercise is planned and there is no concern of a security incident.
Air strikes near Sanaa in Yemen: dozens killed, according to the Houthis
According to the Houthis, at least 33 people were killed and at least 39 wounded in air strikes on the village of al-Sharya, east of Sanaa. The number of those killed and wounded in the strikes is not yet clear, and the figures given by the sides differ.
Another US Aircraft Carrier Heads Toward Iran; Concern Over Renewed Fighting
Another American aircraft carrier is sailing toward the Middle East and is expected to reach the region within a matter of days. The USS Theodore Roosevelt left Singapore after a three-day visit and sailed through the Strait of Malacca toward the region.
Reports of explosions and strikes in southern Iran; casualties reported in the Jask port area
Explosions were heard in cities in southern Iran, including Bandar Abbas and Jask, for a second consecutive night, according to reports. Casualties were reported in the Jask port area, and at this stage it is not clear whether the incidents involve American strikes or attacks on ships.
Syria Sends Military Personnel to Saudi Arabia; Damascus Denies Forces Sent to Yemen
Dozens of Syrian military personnel have arrived in Saudi Arabia in recent weeks for advisory and training purposes, according to two Syrian military sources and a US source who confirmed the teams are assisting in training Saudi and Yemeni forces. Damascus denied that Syrian forces have been sent to Yemen.
The US State Department is offering a reward of up to $20 million for anyone who provides information on Iran's nuclear program, including facilities, equipment, scientists and personnel connected to it. The offer also includes the option of relocation to another place of residence.
Red Alert Siren in Nir Oz Turns Out to Be False Detection
A red alert siren was activated in Kibbutz Nir Oz in the Gaza envelope. The IDF said it was a false detection. Details are still under examination.
Home Front Command: Incident Over, Public May Leave Protected Spaces
The Home Front Command announced that the incident in the north has ended and people may leave protected spaces. The announcement was made after the incident in the Nir Oz area ended.
Division 98 completes its mission in Judea and Samaria
Division 98 has completed its mission commanding the Yehuda and Etzion Brigades, which it began on September 25. During the period, more than 1,500 counterterrorism operations were carried out, more than 140 suspects were arrested, and some 35 weapons were located. With the end of the mission, the division will serve as a General Staff reserve.
Iran executes three men convicted of working for Israel and the US
Iran executed three men Sunday morning: Hassan Divband, Hamid Kazemi and Reza Zangeneh, in the city of Karaj. The Supreme Court upheld the sentences.
After the Republican Party's defeat in the US midterm elections, President Trump faces a decision on resuming fighting against Iran. The Israel Defense Forces are preparing for the possibility of an attack, and no instruction has yet been received from the political echelon for another campaign.
Division 98 ends its operations in Judea and Samaria
Division 98 has ended its operations in Judea and Samaria. During the activity, more than 140 suspects were arrested and over 1,500 operations were carried out.
North Korea is recruiting gifted children for cyberattacks
North Korea identifies gifted children as early as age 11 and trains them for cyberattacks, according to reports. The regime rewards its top hackers with luxury apartments, grants worth millions of dollars and hero status.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warned at the state memorial ceremony for the fallen of Operation Kadesh on Mount Herzl that Iran is trying to renew its efforts to obtain nuclear weapons. According to him, Israel will act proactively and offensively to remove the threat, and the mission against Iran has not yet been completed.
Serious Malfunctions in Aman Systems During War Nearly Led to Cancellation of Cisco Contract
During the war, serious disruptions were recorded in Aman's computer systems, including outages lasting hours and crashes that diagnostic mechanisms failed to resolve. Senior defense officials considered canceling the contract with Cisco, which had brought the company about $67 million.
Haredi Conscription to the IDF: 285 Soldiers Enlist in Combat-Support Tracks
The IDF said the November-December enlistment cycle for the dedicated tracks for the Haredi public opened last week, and so far 285 soldiers have joined the combat-support tracks. Further enlistments are expected over the next two months, including to combat tracks.
Siren test to take place tonight in Be'eri area
The Home Front Command will hold a siren test tonight at 18:05 in the Be'eri area of the Gaza envelope. During the test, a siren will sound as part of testing the warning system.
Ben-Gurion on Gaza: Sinai Campaign Documents Revealed in IDF Archive
To mark 70 years since the Sinai Campaign, the IDF Archive has revealed more than 4,500 documents, photographs and maps, some of which have never been published. Among the documents are remarks by David Ben-Gurion about the Gaza Strip and his warning about the next war.
IDF: Sirens in Western Galilee Caused by False Detection
The IDF said that the sirens activated in the Western Galilee were caused by a false detection. The alerts sounded in Zarit and Shomera.
Iran Removes Range Limit on Ballistic Missiles
The Revolutionary Guards announced that Iran's self-imposed 2,000 km range limit on its ballistic missiles has been lifted. The spokesman said the limit "has been removed for us" against a backdrop of further US strike threats and negotiations toward an agreement.
Alert of hostile aircraft intrusion in the Upper Galilee turns out to be a false identification
Alerts of a hostile aircraft intrusion were activated in the communities of Zarit and Shomera in the Western Galilee. The IDF announced that it was a false identification, and the Home Front Command said the incident had ended. Those in protected spaces may leave them.
The US military disabled a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman, after claiming it tried to breach the naval blockade on Iran and ignored repeated warnings. American forces fired precision munitions at the vessel and disabled it.
Zelensky: Russia launched 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles at Ukraine
Russia launched 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. According to him, all the missiles were aimed at Kyiv and the surrounding region.
IDF collects equipment and weapons in no-questions-asked amnesty
As part of an operation to return equipment and weapons taken by soldiers, about 50,000 items, including 34 weapons, about 30,000 bullets and 250 grenades, were returned to the IDF within three days. The return of equipment is taking place without identification and without prosecution for taking it, and the operation is expected to continue until November 12.
Eight Jewish families move into homes bought in Jericho
Eight Jewish families have moved into eight homes bought in Jericho, in a covert purchase campaign led by the Nachala movement with the backing of the Binyamin Regional Council. According to the organizers, the homes were bought for full payment and are located on state land in Area C, near the city and the site of the Hasmonean palaces.
Gofman removes head of Caesarea directorate from post at Mossad without confirmed replacement
The head of the Caesarea directorate at the Mossad, the operational fighting unit, was removed from his post following disagreements with Mossad chief Roman Gofman. The process of selecting his successor has not yet been completed, and this is the third directorate head that Gofman has removed from his post in less than six months.
