Israel

Government approves IDF call-up of up to 350,000 reservists

The decision allows the IDF Operations and Human Resources Commanders to call reservists into service until August 31.

IDF reports successful interception near Metula

The IDF reported that air defense forces intercepted a "suspicious air target" near Metula, close to the border with Lebanon.

Court approves temporary halt to Al Jazeera broadcasting in Israel

A Tel Aviv district court has granted the government's request to temporarily suspend the broadcast of Al Jazeera in Israel.

Three IDF divisions conduct operations in central and southern Gaza

Forces from the 98th, 99th, and 162nd Divisions, backed by the IDF Air Force and Navy, are conducting ground operations in Gaza.

Rocket sirens in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas

At 10:51-10:52 AM, the "Tzeva Adom" alarm sounded in Kiryat Shmona and the surrounding area.

Netanyahu cancels appearance at Jerusalem Day ceremony

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has withdrawn from attending the Jerusalem Day ceremony.

Otzma Yehudit plans campaign to attract Russian-speaking voters

IDF radio reported that the Otzma Yehudit party is gearing up for a campaign aimed at attracting Russian-speaking voters.