Sebastian Gorka, Donald Trump’s pick for senior director for counterterrorism, added that the word 'Palestinian' was merely a 'name invented by the Roman Empire to insult Jews.'
A year after the IDF launched the massive counter-terror effort in Judea and Samaria, Israel is still grappling with a Palestinian terror wave, but many innocent lives have been saved, says IDF officer.
'I admire the heroes… for eliminating the terrorists in Nablus. Whoever harms Israel, we will reach them wherever they are and strike them with a crushing blow, without compromise.'
After the Shin Bet tip-off, security forces concluded there wasn’t a moment to lose; Israel is prepared for the possibility of rocket attacks from Gaza.
'The entire State of Israel thanks you for your heroism. You saved many lives. I don’t want to think what would have happened if you hadn’t been nearby,' Lapid said.
The arrest was made as part of Operation Wave Breaker, Israel’s counterterrorism operation following several deadly terror attacks that the country experienced in recent months.
Riots that included throwing stones and Molotov cocktails at IDF troops operating in Bethlehem ended with several rioters being shot by Israeli forces.
The Shin Bet's second-to-none counterintelligence efforts focused on sabotage, terrorist activities, and other security threats to the citizens of Israel.
Shahor Zamor was stabbed repeatedly by a terrorist outside Jerusalem's Old City, but as soon as he was healthy enough to return to the field, he joined Israel's newest elite counter-terrorism force.
Thanks to IDF counterterrorism measures, civilians can continue to enjoy underwater activities at Rosh Hanikra, an enchanting tourist site bordering Lebanon.
Along with their Israeli counterparts, the American first-responders were recognized for their bravery and dedication at a festive awards dinner in Jerusalem.