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'A significant source of knowledge': IDF kills Hamas's head of General Security Apparatus in Gaza

Aswad operated as the terrorist organization's general security leader for Western Gaza, with the military describing him as a "significant source of knowledge" for the terror organization.

IDF activity in the Gaza Strip.
A general view of the damaged Nasser Medical Complex building in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, August 25, 2025.

IDF admits mistaken attack on hospital killing journalists, other civilians

The Tel Aviv port at night time, August 10, 2024

At least two Palestinian illegal residents arrested in Tel Aviv in suspected terror attack plot

Hamas terrorist Jihad Kamal Salem Najjar (L) kidnapping Yarden Bibas (center) from Kibbutz Nir Oz, October 7, 2023.

IDF, Shin Bet kill terrorist responsible for kidnapping Yarden Bibas from Kibbutz Nir Oz on Oct. 7


Police arrest Palestinian West Bank resident for alleged ties to Iranian agent - N12

The 24-year-old suspect was apprehended on August 6 during a joint operation by the Israel Police officers from the Etzion police station in the West Bank and the IDF.

 The silhouette of a man, seen over the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (illustrative)

State Comptroller set to meet with Netanyahu, Gallant, former military chiefs for probes

“The October 7 massacre was the worst failure in Israel’s history - and all of the different official leadership capacities share in that responsibility and blame,” said Englman.

An illustrative image of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, then-defense minister Yoav Gallant and State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman.

WATCH: Israeli security forces prevent terror attack, arrest two in Ramallah

Israeli security forces arrested two individuals suspected of planning a terror attack near Ramallah.

 IDF soldiers operating in the West Bank.

Former justice minister Ayelet Shaked's phone hacked by Iran - N12

The successful infiltration came after multiple attempts. The hackers reportedly gained access after Shaked clicked on a link, which enabled the hackers to gain full control of her phone.

 An illustration of a cyber hacker and the Iranian flag.

IDF, Shin Bet confirm killing of senior Hamas Nukhba commander

According to a joint statement, al-Baqin served as the deputy commander of the Nukhba company in Hamas’s central Jabaliya battalion. 

Hamas terrorists stand guard during a hostage release in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, February 22, 2025; illustrative.

Father, son arrested for planning bombing attacks in Jerusalem

The Shin Bet said the father contacted an unspecified terrorist organization to finance the preparation of the explosives for the attacks.

 An illustrative image of an individual with handcuffs.

If former Israeli security chiefs say Gaza war needs to end, maybe we should listen - comment

Israel's most seasoned security veterans pleaded with US President Donald Trump to use his influence to compel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza.

 Tamir Pardo, Former Director of Mossad attends a rally against the decision of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to fire head of Shin Bat Ronen Bar, at Habima Square, March 18, 2025.

Former Shin Bet, Mossad heads urge Trump to 'compel Netanyahu' to end Gaza war

Over 600 former senior security officials asked the US president to compel Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza.

US President Donald Trump points a finger as he delivers remarks in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 31, 2025

Tamar Gershoni named as assassination mastermind in plot against Netanyahu

Tamar Gershoni's name and photo were permitted to be released on Thursday, though her maiden name will remain private.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog attend a memorial ceremony for Zionist leader Ze’ev Jabotinsky at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, July 24, 2025.

IDF, Shin Bet arrest 12 terrorists in undercover W. Bank counterterror ops.

This includes soldiers from Duvdevan, the IDF's West Bank undercover unit, arresting two terrorists from Ramallah and a terrorist from Beitunya who were planning attacks.

IDF soldiers of the Duvdevan Unit; illustrative.

Former senior Shin Bet official: 'This is the only way Israel can bring the hostages back'

In an interview with Maariv, former Shin Bet official, Yossi Amrusi, criticizes Israel's current negotiation strategy and lays out his own plan to bring the hostages home.

 A rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, at "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv, July 12, 2025.