Nasrallah calls on Israel to invade Lebanon, IDF names two fallen soldiers
Nasrallah says devices blasts are a 'declaration of war' • Israel thwarts Iranian plot to assassinate Netanyahu, Gallant, and Shin Bet chief
IDF announces fallen soldiers Nael Fwarsy, and Tomer Keren killed in Israel's North
The IDF announced the death of two soldiers who fell in combat in northern Israel.
Major (res.) Nael Fwarsy and Sergeant Tomer Keren were killed in northern Israel, the IDF announced on Thursday.
Go to the full article >>Israel thwarts Iran's plot to assassinate Benjamin Netanyahu, Yoav Gallant, Ronen Bar
The Shin Bet unveiled an Iranian assassination plot targeting PM Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.
Iran plotted to assassinate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar, the Shin Bet announced on Thursday.
Its efforts were particularly intense following the assassination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, which most of the world has attributed to Mossad. However, Israel has made sure not to take any credit for it.
In addition, the Islamic Republic, at a somewhat more vague level, explored assassinating former prime minister Naftali Bennett and other top Israeli defense officials.
Go to the full article >>Austin praises gallant as Netanyahu plans to fire defense minister - US official
"Firing an experienced defense minister like Gallant in the middle of a war in Gaza and possibly before a war in Lebanon would be a crazy move," a US official said.
A senior US Department of Defense official said that United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin "praised [Defense Minister Yoav] Gallant for the stability and judgment he brings to the US-Israel relationship."
The American official added that Austin expressed his appreciation for the trust and open dialogue with Gallant.
Another senior US official addressed the political turmoil in Israel and told Walla: "Firing an experienced defense minister like Gallant in the middle of a war in Gaza and possibly before a war in Lebanon would be a crazy move."
Go to the full article >>WATCH: Israeli strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon
Five injured following rocket attack in Upper Galilee
Five people were injured following a rocket launched towards the Upper Galilee, Israeli media reported on Thursday morning.
No alarm was sounded prior to the reports.
This is a developing story.
Go to the full article >>Israel manufactured pagers used in Lebanon attack - New York Times
Hungary-based pagers manufacturing company BAC Consulting, which manufactured the pagers that exploded across Lebanon on Wednesday, was an Israeli shell company, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing three intelligence officers.
Go to the full article >>American families sue Syria demanding $500 million for aiding Hamas on October 7
Dozens of American-Israeli families are suing Syria for $500 million, accusing it of providing military and logistical support to Hamas in the deadly October 7 massacre.
Dozens of American families, many of whom also hold Israeli citizenship, recently filed a $500 million lawsuit in the US Federal District Court in Washington against Syria, accusing the Arab Republic of financing, arming, and providing material support to Hamas, the terrorist group responsible for the October 7 massacre in Israel, according to a recent release on the suit.
The plaintiffs are reportedly seeking compensation for the physical and emotional damages they and their families suffered during the attacks, which took place at the Nova music festival and in other communities near the Gaza border.
According to the lawsuit, Syria’s involvement went beyond financial aid, providing Hamas with military equipment and logistical support while allowing Syrian territory to be used for preparations leading up to the October 7 attack.
Go to the full article >>IDF operating extensively in Gaza Strip, explosions heard
The IDF operated extensively in the Gaza Strip early on Thursday morning, with loud explosions heard in the western Negev.
Go to the full article >>Japan's Icom: Not able to confirm if radio product is related to Lebanon explosion
Japan's Icom stated that it was not possible to confirm whether the radio product reportedly related to the Lebanon explosions was shipped by their company.
Additionally, Icom noted that batteries that were required to operate the device, for which sales were discontinued about ten years ago, have also already been discontinued.
"Our products exported overseas have undergone strict regulatory processes set by the Japanese government," the company added.
Go to the full article >>US Secretary of Defense Austin conducts call with Gallant to discuss tensions, expresses support
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed his "unwavering" support for Israel to Defense Minister Yoav Gallant during a phone call and reviewed the situation in the region, Israeli media reported during the early hours of Thursday morning.
The Pentagon Spokesperson said that Austin reviewed with Gallant recent security developments, where tensions remain high after a second explosion of Hezbollah pagers and devices on Wednesday.
Furthermore, during the call, Austin said that reaching a deal to release the hostages and a ceasefire to achieve a diplomatic solution should be a priority.
Austin reiterated US support for Israel "in the face of threats from Iran, Lebanese Hezbollah, and Iran’s other regional partners."
Go to the full article >>Israel-Hamas War: What you need to know
- Hamas launched a massive attack on October 7, with thousands of terrorists infiltrating from the Gaza border and taking some 240 hostages into Gaza
- Over 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were murdered, including over 350 at the Re'im music festival and hundreds of Israeli civilians across Gaza border communities
- 101 hostages remain in Gaza
- 48 hostages in total have been killed in captivity, IDF says