Israel's top stories
Barnea: Iran will keep developing nuclear weapons regardless of a deal
Former Mossad chief Dedi Barnea said at a conference in New York that as long as the Iranian regime exists, it will develop nuclear weapons, with or without an agreement. According to him, Tehran is already working to rebuild its nuclear program.
Chief of Staff at Jordan Border: IDF Must Be Ready for Surprise
Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir toured the Jordan border and the outposts of Division 96, which guards the Jordan Valley. He stressed that the IDF must prepare for rapid changes and unexpected threats, even without intelligence warning.
Rafael has unveiled the SUPER ICE cruise missile, which is under development and joins the ICE BREAKER family. The missile can be launched from air, sea and land, and is equipped with a warhead weighing about 454 kilograms.
US and Israel: Ending Military Aid
The United States and Israel are moving toward a gradual end to US military aid to Israel, a step agreed with the Trump administration. The Prime Minister's Office said Israel's economy is strong enough to gradually end the aid.
Home Front Command: 2027 Will Be the Year of Earthquake Preparedness
The Home Front Command announced that 2027 will be designated as the year of earthquake preparedness, following the earthquake in Eilat. The plan includes drills in local authorities, strengthening rescue capabilities, and training IDF forces.
Police and Football Association discuss stamping out violence in stadiums
Police Commissioner Danny Levy and Football Association Chairman Shino Zoarets held a special working meeting to boost enforcement in the stands and prevent exceptional incidents in stadiums. Senior police officers attended, as did Maccabi Haifa CEO Itzik Obadia.
Iran threatens to respond harshly in case of military confrontation with the U.S.
Senior Iranian officials said there is no intention to negotiate with the United States without practical steps from Washington, and that seven conditions set by Tehran have not yet been met. Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei threatened that in the event of an American attack, a distant target away from U.S. bases would be struck, and that aircraft taking off from European countries would also be considered targets for attack.
About 40 Drones Seized at Home in Daburiya; 30-Year-Old Man Questioned
About 40 drones smuggled into Israel in violation of the law were seized at the home of a 30-year-old Daburiya resident, in a joint raid by Northern District police officers and Ben Gurion Airport Customs. Among the drones were some equipped with technology that enables dropping explosives from the air, and the suspect was arrested.
The US House of Representatives rejected by a vote of 211 to 204 the impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which was filed by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie. The resolution was referred to the Judiciary Committee, and was thereby shelved until the new Congress is sworn in in January.
Iran: It Will Not Allow Enriched Nuclear Material to Be Removed from the Country
A senior Iranian official declared that Tehran will not allow even a single particle of enriched nuclear material to be taken out of Iran. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, conditioned the opening of the Strait of Hormuz on the end of fighting on all fronts.
Suspected Security Incident in Ariel: Police Announce Return to Routine
A security incident was declared in Ariel after a suspicious vehicle broke through the checkpoint at the entrance to the city and did not respond to calls to stop, and the city was closed to entry and exit. Later, police announced that the driver of the vehicle was detained for questioning, and the Ariel municipality announced a return to routine.
Defense Supplier Composite Materials Seeks Creditor Protection Stay
Composite Materials, controlled by Matti Moskovitz, is asking the court for a freeze of proceedings against it after running into cash-flow difficulties. The company has debts of 26 million shekels against assets of less than 10 million shekels.
British police said a US Army soldier, 41, was arrested near the city of Gloucester on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service and obtaining or passing on classified information. The soldier remains in custody, and the investigation is being conducted together with the FBI and the US Army.
Two explosive charges found in passenger's pocket in vehicle near Kabul; two suspects arrested
Two powerful, ready-to-use explosive charges were found in the pocket of a passenger's coat in a vehicle stopped for inspection on the road near Kabul, during an operation by Northern District police officers and Border Police fighters. The two suspects were arrested for questioning, and the detention of the suspect on whom the charges were found was extended until today.
Siren tests today in Yesha, Mivtahim, Amiaz, Yavul and Bnei Netzarim; Netiv HaAsara, Mevkiim and Karmiya removed
Siren tests will be held today in the Gaza Envelope area: at 09:30 in Yesha, Mivtahim and Amiaz, at 11:30 in Yavul, and at 13:10 in Bnei Netzarim. The Home Front Command said that in the event of a real alert, an alert will be activated through the app and through the supplementary alert means.
12 US Senators Oppose Expanding Defense Cooperation with Israel
Twelve US senators, including Bernie Sanders, have urged congressional leaders to remove three sections from the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act that expand defense and intelligence cooperation with Israel. According to the senators, the proposed agreements could create dependence on Israeli technology and harm US security.
Terror Live-Streamed: Pro-Iran Operative Directed Synagogue Attack
Indictments published in the US attribute to an Iranian terror network nearly 20 attacks and attempted attacks against Jewish and Israeli targets in the US and Europe. Three operatives are charged with planning the operations, including an attempted arson of a synagogue in Manhattan and planning an attack on a US base.
The US military has moved refueling aircraft from the British Royal Air Force base at Mildenhall to Germany and other destinations, over a threat originating in Iran. It is the second base in Britain from which American aircraft have been moved within about a month.
Netanyahu responds to Board of Peace: Hamas has not handed over weapons, Israel assisted winter preparations in Gaza
The Prime Minister's Office said Israel is committed to President Trump's 20-point plan and that so far Hamas has not handed over even one weapon. According to the office, the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip is conditional on the organization disarming.
Wave of strikes expected in Lebanon; explosions expected to be heard in the north
The IDF is expected to carry out a wave of strikes on the Lebanon front in the coming hours. Explosions are expected to be heard in the Hula Valley, the Ramim Ridge, the central Upper Galilee, the northern Golan Heights and the Western Galilee.
Tense Call Between Netanyahu and Trump Over Iran; Netanyahu's Office Denies It
The prime minister and the U.S. president spoke at the end of the week in a call described as especially tense and sharp regarding Iran. Netanyahu's office denied the reports and called them "absolute nonsense."
Israeli Crosses Border into Lebanon at Rosh HaNikra and Is Returned to Israel
An Israeli citizen crossed the border into Lebanese territory in the Rosh HaNikra area without permission. A UNIFIL force located him near the border, and IDF troops received him and returned him to Israeli territory.
Chief of Staff: The 'It'll Be Okay' Culture Was One of the Reasons for October 7
Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said at a ceremony marking 31 years since the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin that the 'It'll be okay' culture was one of the causes of the events of October 7. He said IDF commanders must take full responsibility for their soldiers and their missions.
France accuses Iran of a cyberattack that hit the refrigeration systems of hundreds of supermarkets in the country in October, destroying food in refrigerators. Prosecutors in Paris have opened an investigation against the Revolutionary Guards' cyber unit "Shahid Kaveh" and issued international arrest warrants against its leader and two of his deputies.
Defense Ministry Delegation Led by Amir Baram Visits Morocco
An Israeli delegation led by Defense Ministry Director General Maj. Gen. (ret.) Amir Baram arrived in Rabat, Morocco, to deepen defense cooperation between the two countries. During the visit, the delegation members met with the Moroccan defense minister and chief of staff, as well as senior intelligence officials, and Baram is expected to inaugurate the permanent headquarters of Israel's defense attaché office in Rabat.
The Defense Ministry has recognized the attempted attack on the flydubai flight as a hostile act, and the flight's passengers will be recognized as victims of hostile acts after investigative authorities confirm it. The decision was passed to the National Insurance Institute, which will continue to handle the victims and their rights.
Gulf States to Set Up Joint Military Headquarters in Kuwait
Six member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council have approved the establishment of a headquarters for the unified military command in Kuwait, to which "appropriate forces" will be allocated. The size of the forces and the timing of their deployment have not yet been published.
U.S. President Donald Trump met with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed al-Thani at the White House, behind closed doors and with the participation of Vice President JD Vance. The diplomatic efforts to end the war with Iran were at the center of the meeting.
Head of National Cyber Directorate: Iran Developing Cyberattack Capabilities Using Artificial Intelligence
Head of the National Cyber Directorate, Yossi Karadi, said at the Cyber Week conference at Tel Aviv University that Iran is working to develop cyberattack capabilities using artificial intelligence. According to him, while the world works to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, Tehran is simultaneously developing another offensive capability that could harm the world.
US President Donald Trump said Republicans lost the midterm elections partly due to resentment toward Israel and the war with Iran. He stated that further military action against Iran is not currently necessary, and that the naval blockade of Tehran will continue alongside talks to end the confrontation.
