The Israeli military said it struck a Hamas commander in northern Gaza. The target had been involved in attacks against Israeli troops and civilians and was working to rebuild Hamas's capabilities. The strike aimed to remove that threat.
Israeli forces have arrested the head of Hamas's General Security Apparatus during recent operations in Gaza, according to a source speaking to The Jerusalem Post. The capture came as part of the latest round of strikes in the enclave. No further details were provided about the official's identity or the exact circumstances of the arrest. The move marks a significant blow to Hamas's internal security operations.
Rabbi Eliezer Weisz, a member of the Chief Rabbinate Council, is calling for the Rabbinate to step in. The case involves Givati soldiers who were punished for refusing to ride in an APC with a female paramedic. Weisz wants the Rabbinate to intervene on their behalf.
Israel's defense minister announced the arrest of a senior Hamas operative during a visit to a border community. He vowed to keep hunting down Hamas members and dismantling their infrastructure in Gaza.
Prime Minister Netanyahu marked the start of the school year by visiting a school in Ramle. He greeted first graders and then sat down with them for an arts and crafts session. The visit was part of a traditional back-to-school tour. Netanyahu used the moment to wish students a successful year ahead.