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Stav Levaton

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Israel appoints first special envoy to Christian world after scandals strain ties

Israel appoints first special envoy to Christian world after scandals strain ties

Diplomat George Deek, a member of the Arab Christian community, recently served as ambassador to Azerbaijan; Sa’ar says Israel attaches ‘great...

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Israel, Lebanon set for new round of US talks; Hezbollah fires at IDF troops again

Israel, Lebanon set for new round of US talks; Hezbollah fires at IDF troops again

Israeli ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter to reportedly meet Lebanese counterpart Nada Hamadeh Moawad in DC at 4 p.m. local time; Beirut expected to...

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Buried but not out, Iran’s ballistic missiles remain potent threat despite airstrikes

Buried but not out, Iran’s ballistic missiles remain potent threat despite airstrikes

IDF says Tehran still has hundreds of launchers and 1,000 missiles, many of which are ‘plugged’ underground but not destroyed, as Tehran looks to...

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A stroll through Tel Aviv on Independence Day: Amid fragile calm, a city exhales

A stroll through Tel Aviv on Independence Day: Amid fragile calm, a city exhales

After weeks of war and amid tentative ceasefires, crowds fill beaches and parks, embracing barbecues, music and a sense of relief

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Restrictions lifted, but war clouds put damper on Independence Day plans

Restrictions lifted, but war clouds put damper on Independence Day plans

Cities move ahead with events amid fragile Lebanon and Iran ceasefires, though some opt for scaled-down, community-based celebrations, as war-weary...

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IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash

IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash

Photo from West Bank shows soldier sporting badges with slogans calling for violence; army reiterates ban on non-military symbols after rise in troops...

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After US rescues airmen in Iran, commando opens up about IDF’s own daring extractions

After US rescues airmen in Iran, commando opens up about IDF’s own daring extractions

Reservist combat medic in vaunted chopper rescue unit 669, who chronicled his service in two books, describes rapid-response missions, battlefield...

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Israel tells Ukraine too late to seize Russian grain ship as it left Haifa — report

Israel tells Ukraine too late to seize Russian grain ship as it left Haifa — report

Jerusalem said to have known about ship allegedly holding stolen Ukrainian grain for two weeks before it arrived; if confirmed, Israel would have...

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Beirut said to balk as Trump pushes for 1st-ever call between leaders of Lebanon and Israel

Beirut said to balk as Trump pushes for 1st-ever call between leaders of Lebanon and Israel

President Aoun reportedly tells Rubio he won’t speak to PM Netanyahu, with Lebanon pressing for a ceasefire before any talks while cross-border...

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170 soldiers added to list of Israel’s fallen since last Memorial Day

170 soldiers added to list of Israel’s fallen since last Memorial Day

In addition, 54 veterans died due to injuries sustained during service, taking total since 1860 to 25,644; ceremonies may be pre-recorded due to...

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Israeli ambassador said to meet discreetly with French far right’s Marine Le Pen

Israeli ambassador said to meet discreetly with French far right’s Marine Le Pen

National Rally party leader’s reported meetings with Israeli, Lebanese envoys come amid her criticism of Macron’s stance on Israel, and as...

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With all quiet, for now, on the Iran front, Israel turns its sights on Hezbollah

IDF expands operations in Lebanon despite ceasefire with Tehran, while US seeks to contain fallout, leaving trajectory of northern fighting...

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Of missiles and miracles: Residents of bombed cities count their blessings after weekend salvos

With over a dozen impact sites across major central cities, many residents describe shock and an eroding sense of safety, while others see moments of...

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As US weighs putting troops in Iran, realities on ground keep Israeli boots closer to home

Some Americans question bearing the burden of war, but experts say Jerusalem’s role in setting the stage for US troops on Iranian soil has been...

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Palestinian shot dead during alleged ramming attempt in the West Bank, IDF says

Suspect identified by security source as junior officer in the PA police; military said hours earlier it had prevented two other attempted attacks on...

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Cheap and elusive, drones put incessant pressure on Israel’s evolving air defenses

As Iran and Hezbollah deploy waves of low-cost UAVs, Jerusalem turns to layered defenses, lessons from Ukraine and emerging technologies to meet the...

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Zamir said to warn cabinet that IDF will ‘collapse in on itself’ amid manpower shortage

Report says IDF chief called for laws to enlist Haredim and extend military service, while Central Command head told ministers their policies in West...

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Netanyahu: Potential Iran deal touted by Trump would protect Israel’s ‘vital interests’

Israel will continue to strike Iran while talks are ongoing, PM says; Tehran said to seek control over Hormuz Strait, may be willing to pause...

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After a night of destruction, residents of Arad and Dimona begin picking up the pieces

Nearly 200 wounded as two Iranian missiles hit homes; locals voice fear, faith and resilience in face of attacks

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Amid claims of looming interceptor shortage, experts dismiss alarm over finite defenses

Reports of Jerusalem running low on air defense munitions fuel concern, but experts say modern wars inevitably drain stockpiles — and Israel likely...

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For Israel’s most vulnerable workers, safety often comes second when missiles fly

Deaths of construction workers and a caregiver in Iranian attacks highlight dangers faced by laborers who feel forced to choose between shelter and...

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IDF intel chief said to assess Iran ‘in distress’ as it begins to grasp damage from strikes

Shlomi Binder reportedly tells political leaders that Iranian forces are hiding from warplanes and unable to fire missiles in large numbers

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Rocket barrages underscore remaining potency of Hezbollah’s gutted arsenal

Israeli strikes and supply disruptions have degraded Iran-backed group’s capabilities, yet experts say it may still have enough firepower for weeks

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Soldiers claim lack of proper shelters leaves them exposed to missile attacks

Troops describe damaged, overcrowded protected spaces, with pictures showing groups of troops taking cover in open areas; IDF says additional...

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Hezbollah wades into Israel-Iran conflict, but calculated restraint may wane

Analysts say terror group’s largely limited attacks show loyalty to Tehran and alienate Lebanon while failing to seriously challenge IDF, though...

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Poll: Most Jewish Israelis support Iran war, toppling regime; Arab backing far lower

Survey shows strong Jewish confidence in Netanyahu, widespread sense of protection from Iranian attacks, while Arab respondents report far less trust,...

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Smaller volleys, more alerts: Attacking Israel anew, Iran shifts tack on missile barrages

Tehran not sending large salvos as it did in June, though unclear if change is due to shortage, operational issues or new strategy; expert says...

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‘Total disorder’: Comptroller accuses government, IDF of ‘systemic failure’ in post-Oct. 7 evacuations

Report finds gaps in preparedness, lack of up-to-date plan, shirking of ministry responsibility for 210,000 evacuees; Defense Ministry says response...

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As IDF and Hamas dig in, interim Gaza armistice line risks hardening into lasting border

Yellow Line was meant to be temporary, pending Hamas disarming; but with the terror group clinging to its weapons, the army is unlikely to withdraw,...

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Ahead of US-Iran talks, Netanyahu said to tout ‘buildup of conditions’ for regime’s collapse

PM convenes security cabinet in Jerusalem, as Israel reportedly believes talks will fail; Witkoff, Kushner to meet Araghchi in Oman as 6 Muslim...

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Israelis split on joining possible US strike on Iran, survey finds

Poll shows half back Israeli action only if Iran attacks first, while 44% support immediate involvement; public also divided on US military aid, Board...

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With IDF hurting for manpower, children of foreign workers step up fight to enlist

A High Court petition on behalf of 50 teens born and raised in Israel, but barred from serving in the army, argues that the law requires they be...

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After 843 days, 12 hours, 6 minutes, Hostages Square clock goes dark with Ran Gvili’s return

Emotional Tel Aviv ceremony, heavy with symbolism, commemorates end of digital count-up marking hostages’ time in Gaza after return of final...

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A nation under strain: Official data tracks rise of depression, stress in year after Oct 7

Government statistics highlight worsening mental health, declining trust and rising emigration among general population in months after Hamas’s...

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Voter registration closes for West Bank municipal elections

Ballots for 420 local councils to be cast on April 25, Central Election Commission says; vote also to be held in central Gaza’s Deir al-Balah

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Northern Command chief: IDF ready on all fronts if US attack on Iran sparks retaliation

With tensions high as US sends warships to region, Civil Aviation Authority head said to warn foreign airlines of a ‘more sensitive...

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New recordings indicate Haredi rabbis see conscription law merely as way to buy time

In leaked conversations, ultra-Orthodox leaders admit bill will eventually be canceled by High Court, but insist no members of community will be...

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High Court nixes autopsies of babies found dead at daycare as Haredim riot in protest

Elderly man assaulted as ultra-Orthodox rage against ‘desecration’ of infants who died at unlicensed Jerusalem daycare; teen protester run...

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Hamas operative behind 1995 terror attack among those killed in Gaza strikes, says IDF

Army says recent airstrike killed Muhammad Hamed Muhammad al-Hawli, who was responsible for shooting death of Israeli Yevgeny Gromov more than 30...

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Israeli strike on vehicle in south Lebanon kills one, Beirut says

IDF says Hezbollah operative killed in strike on Thursday was violating ceasefire; UNIFIL says Israeli troops threw grenade at patrol, military says...

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Israel says Gaza strikes hit senior terrorists in response to truce violation

Hamas commander Muhammad al-Hawli and PIJ commander Ahraf al-Khatib killed in separate strikes; Israel says attacks were reaction to Tuesday exchange...

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Woman in northern Israel indicted for allegedly aiding Hamas disinformation network

Shin Bet and police say 51-year-old Rania Dandan from Kiryat Motzkin assisted terrorist group spread ‘false information’ through...

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Anger in UK as police chief blames AI for false evidence used to ban Israeli soccer fans

West Midlands top officer admits to lawmakers that content citing nonexistent Maccabi Tel Aviv game was generated by Microsoft Copilot; findings on...

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IDF says 6 gunmen killed Tuesday in Rafah firefight after ‘serious violation’ of truce

Weapons found on bodies of suspects after they approached forces on the Israel-controlled side of the Yellow Line, sparking a clash and airstrikes in...

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IDF kills 2 gunmen in Rafah firefight, search for additional suspects

Senior government official says Islamic Jihad knows where last slain hostage Ran Gvili is located

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4 suspects who impersonated IDF troops in West Bank heist nabbed by Israel Police, PA

Authorities say 2 Israeli Bedouins and 2 Palestinians drove into Dahariya with vehicle flashing emergency lights, robbed a jewelry store and fled

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IDF says it’s on alert for ‘surprise scenarios’ as US mulls military strikes on Iran

Israel said to believe Trump will make good on threat to attack in support of anti-regime protesters; US president puts 25% tariff on countries doing...

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Zamir unveils multi-year plan for reinvigorating IDF after two years of war

Five-year framework shaped by lessons of October 7, political guidance and a $111 billion budget focuses on war readiness, rehabilitation and future...

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Saved from the street, an ex-lone soldier works to lend a hand to IDF vets in her shoes

Drawing on her own experience, Moriya Azulay established Lone Front to fill gaps faced by female combat troops lacking a family support system during...

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Defense chiefs condemn violent disruption of Bnei Brak conference for Haredi brigade

IDF chief says violence against soldiers ‘crosses red line,’ while defense minister says ‘extremist fringe’ of rioters have...

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