Hundreds of thousands of Israelis have been ordered to remain in their homes near shelters. The IDF has called up reserves to assist in the military effort.

'Israel is working to foil the Iranians’ attempts to carry out an attack and is preparing to respond with force in the face of any threat to Israeli citizens everywhere,' says Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Benny Gantz is discussing military preparedness and possible joint exercises should Vienna talks fail.

Gantz will discuss Iron Dome replenishment and certain defense acquisitions that have faced delays.

Appeals Court's ruling is huge blow to Palestinian "lawfare" against IDF officers.

In light of developing threats in the Middle East and North Africa, the Israeli and Moroccan ministers reiterated the importance of enhanced bilateral cooperation.

'The swift and immediate countermeasures that were taken by the security service thwarted Goren’s intentions, which could have harmed state security,' the Shin Bet stated.

Could Israel get tangled in rising Morocco-Algeria tensions?

'We will be prepared to execute operations that haven't been seen in the past, with means that weren't in our hands in the past, that will harm the heart of terror and its abilities,' said Gantz.

Defense Minister Benny Gantz is unafraid to ruffle the Israeli left’s feathers or those of the United States. By Amnon Lord, Israel Hayom via JNS.org Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz’s designation of six Palestinian groups linked to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) as terrorist organizations is a courageous and revolutionary step... Read more »

Washington and Jerusalem are divided over Israel's outlawing of six Palestinian NGOs that it says are affiliated with Palestinian terror groups.

Israel banned six Palestinian civil rights groups working as front organizations for the PFLP.

'We owe our existence in a prosperous and strong country to the fallen,' says Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz.

Minister of Defense Benny Gantz eulogized Shmueli as 'one of the country’s best sons, who fell in defense of the homeland and the residents of the south.'

'The public does not know everything yet, nor does Hamas. Our accomplishments will be revealed in time,' the prime minister said.

'The regime in Tehran today poses a strategic threat to world security, the Middle East and the State of Israel,' Benny Gantz told Lloyd Austin.

'The IDF will continue to prepare and constantly improve its readiness on the Lebanese border while fulfilling the mission of protecting the residents of the north,' the IDF stated.

'I also shared my profound gratitude for the defense cooperation between our countries, which protects our shared interests and Israel’s QME,' Gantz said.

US Defense Secretary reaffirms Washington’s commitment to Israel’s security, thanks Gantz for his 'personal efforts.'

'The decision to select SPYDER, developed and produced by Rafael, is a significant vote of confidence in our proven air defense capabilities,' said Ariel Karo. 

The Lebanese prime minister and cabinet stepped down in the wake of the Beirut explosion, but Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz warned the Hezbollah terror group still threatens Lebanon.

Agent only identified as 'A' is the recipient of the highest lifetime achievement award for defending the country, but all the details are classified.