IDF soldier Noam Douek dies in Gaza from suspected gas poisoning
Douek, who had been injured in the war and later returned to service, died after sleeping next to a generator emitting toxic gases.
Jerusalem warns Paris of Iran-backed plan to strike Israeli Olympians
Foreign Minister Israel Katz stated that Iranian operatives and other terrorist groups are planning to target members of the Israeli delegation and Israeli tourists.
Excavations reveal decorated floor of Vilna’s Great Synagogue
According to Eli Escusido, Director of the Israel Antiquities Authority, the excavation at the renowned site, which was destroyed by the Nazis, has gained new significance this year in the wake of Hamas’s October 7 massacre.
IDF eliminates mortar launch cells
IDF troops targeting terrorist infrastructure and operatives in the Khan Yunis area have neutralized around 100 terrorists.
Massive sabotage attack against France’s high-speed railway
A major sabotage attack struck France’s high-speed railway network on the opening day of the Paris Olympics.
Former US ambassador to Israel Martin Indyk dies at age 73
Israeli and American leaders have paid tribute to a veteran diplomat who dedicated his life to Middle East policy. He was a key figure in the Oslo Accords and played a significant role in President Obama’s efforts to revive the peace process.
Knesset panel to oversee IDF probes into October 7 failure
Chairman and Likud MK Yuli Edelstein stated that the new subcommittee will oversee the military’s internal investigations but cannot replace a state commission of inquiry.
Two IDF soldiers wounded in West Bank drive-by shooting attack
Reservists were struck by gunfire during an operation on Route 55 near Nabi Ilyas; a third soldier was treated at the scene for a minor injury.
IDF re-enters Sinwar’s hometown Khan Younis in force after intelligence shows significant Hamas buildup
The IDF said it had resumed ground operations in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis after calling on civilians to evacuate following several days of rocket launches from the area