Israel
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Defense Ministry hands IDF first combat-ready Iron Beam laser interception system
December 29, 2025 — High-power aerial defense system has successfully intercepted rockets, mortars and drones in testing, is set to be absorbed by the Israeli Air Force
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IDF in race against time to destroy Gaza tunnels before diplomacy halts it
December 29, 2025 — Previous reporting by The Post cites IDF officials believing early on that around 75% of the tunnels in Gaza were destroyed, only to later change that estimate to around 25% of terror tunnels.
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Second Temple period mikveh discovered beneath Western Wall
December 29, 2025 — The ritual bath was found sealed beneath a layer of destruction dated to 70 CE, in which researchers found burned ash and numerous artifacts that offer a snapshot of life just before the city fell.
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Police volunteers conducting searches following fears Israeli swept away in river flooding
December 29, 2025 — Israel Police and Etzion-Yehuda search and rescue volunteers are searching the Meitar River area after concerns that a person was swept away, authorities said Monday.
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Houthis threaten Israel over recognition of Somaliland Any Israeli presence is a military target
December 29, 2025 — Israel pushes back against criticism: ‘Israel alone will decide whom it recognizes’
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Israel will respond PMO vows reprisal for Hamas ceasefire violation after officer wounded by IED
December 24, 2025 — ‘Israel will respond’: PMO vows reprisal for Hamas ceasefire violation after officer wounded by IED. The officer sustained light injuries and was evacuated to a hospital for treatment. The IDF confirmed that his family has been notified.
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Winter in Jerusalem Valleys rails and the citys stories
December 24, 2025 — Winter in Jerusalem: Valleys, rails, and the city’s stories. The First Station and the old railway line are part of the slow improvement of Jerusalem that has taken place over the years.
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IDF intercepts drone smuggling weapons from Jordan
December 24, 2025 — IDF intercepts drone smuggling weapons from Jordan. Troops recovered 40 firearms, which were transferred to security forces for further processing.
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Palestinian extremists suspected of torching Christmas tree outside Jenin church
December 24, 2025 — Palestinian extremists suspected of torching Christmas tree outside Jenin church. “Attacks on Christians, their sites and symbols are unacceptable at all times, even more so, as we approach Christmas this week.” said Israel’s Foreign Ministry.
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Stop the terror of kidnappings Knesset event aims to boost Israels deterrence
December 24, 2025 — ‘Stop the terror of kidnappings’: Knesset event aims to boost Israel’s deterrence. MK Ohad Tal unveiled a bill to implement the recommendations of the Shamgar Committee regarding future hostage negotiations.
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Wont give up Hostages Square candle-lighting held to urge release of Ran Gvili
December 24, 2025 — ‘Won’t give up’: Hostages Square candle-lighting held to urge release of Ran Gvili. Mother of last captive held in Gaza says Hamas ‘deceiving’ Israel and US over the whereabouts of his remains
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Shiri Bibass sister lights Chanukah menorah in Rafah
December 23, 2025 — Shiri Bibas’s sister lights Chanukah menorah in Rafah. The “chanukiyah” was partially burned during the Nir Oz massacre on Oct. 7.