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Massive explosion in Beit Shemesh area was coordinated test with defense company, officials say

Reports have circulated the theory that the explosion may have destroyed a stockpile of surface-to-air missiles belonging to Arrow-3.

Screengrab of explosion near Beit Shemesh, May 17, 2026.
Writer Nicholas D. Kristof poses for photographers on the red carpet as he arrives for the TIME 100 Gala in Manhattan, New York, US, April 26, 2016.

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 A Border Police officer conducting operations, May 2025.

Families protest after four Border Police soldiers disciplined for having barbecue on Shabbat

Typewriter.

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Middle East partnerships could ease strain on US weapons production, report says

JINSA report recommends partnerships to ease pressure on the overstretched US industrial base while enhancing regional self-reliance.

A US Army Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) weapon system is seen on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, October 26, 2017.

Protestors and Police clash outside of Education Minister Yoav Kish's home

Dozens of activists gathered outside of Kisch's home.

People protest calling for the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, near the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem, August 9, 2025.

Two wounded in terror attack at hotel in Kibbutz Tzuba, attacker arrested by off-duty officer

A 50-year-old was critically injured in the attack, while the other, a 23-year-old, was moderately injured. MDA personnel administered first aid at the scene and evacuated the wounded.

Scene of the terror attack at the hotel in Kibbutz Tzuba, September 12, 2025.

Netanyahu submits proposal of Zini as next Shin Bet chief to Senior Appt.'s Advisory C'tee

In his letter, Netanyahu asked that matters be rushed so that Zini could take the appointment already on September 21, when the acting Shin Bet director 'S' finishes his tenure.

Designated head of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) director David Zini seen with Ultra orthodox jewish soldiers from the Hasmonean Brigade after completing their beret march, at the Western Wall in Jerusalem's Old city on August 6, 2025.

Israel's education system lacks 1,500 teachers as new school year looms ahead

Within this total, the biggest shortage is in central Israel, with a shortage of 726 teachers, followed by Tel Aviv at 467, and then southern Israel at 145. 

Children head back to school in Katzrin after closures caused by the Israel–Iran conflict, June 25, 2025.

Nationwide hostage protests: 39 arrested, drivers attack demonstrators

In Jerusalem, protesters blocking the tunnel opening to Highway 16 were sprayed with a water cannon by police to try to clear out the road for traffic.

Israelis block road 1 near Latrun, while attending a protest calling for the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, August 17, 2025.

Petah Tikvah resident indicted for excessive cannabis possession

The indictment filed against Or Levy stated that he was in possession of approximately 30 kilograms of cannabis, divided into bags and packaging boxes. 

Workers working at a cannabis farm in central Israel, on December 4, 2024.

Shattering decades-old records: Israel braces for extended heatwave

The heat wave is expected to peak on Wednesday, with interior regions, including the Jordan Valley and the Sea of Galilee area, forecast to approach 50°C.

People enjoy at the beach in Tel Aviv, August 9, 2025.

'A little humility wouldn't hurt': Katz defends control over senior IDF appointments

Katz clarified that he would continue to accompany and guide the IDF and security establishment with close supervision.

Defense Minister Israel Katz on a tour in the Gaza Strip, August 5, 2025.

Defense minister, IDF chief rift over IDF reshuffle, Ron Dermer seeking retirement per reports

'Post' speaks with US-Hamas mediator • Macron slams Netanyahu's Gaza plan • Israel, US oppose UNIFIL renewal

 Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. March 25, 2025.