Government

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
As the siren wailed on Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m., Israelis across the country gathered for rallies and memorial ceremonies to honor the fallen heroes and victims of the ongoing Iron Swords War. The main commemoration took place at the Western Wall Square in Jerusalem, attended by President Yitzhak Herzog and Chief of Staff Rabbi General Herzi Halevi, who delivered poignant speeches
May 12, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a dramatic turn of events, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has publicly criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza situation, igniting a heated debate within the Israeli political sphere
May 16, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Israel presented yesterday (Wednesday) to Egypt a plan to reactivate the Rafah crossing through Palestinian representatives and UN personnel under Israeli supervision and security, according to a source privy to the details of the plan. According to the Israeli plan prepared by the Shin Bet, the Rafah crossing will become a crossing for the movement of people to and from the Gaza Strip, and will also be used to transfer fuel from Egypt to Gaza, according to the source, who has no details
May 16, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a dramatic turn of events amidst escalating tensions, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) successfully retrieved the bodies of three abducted Israelis from the Gaza Strip. The operation, conducted jointly with the Shin Bet security service, marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to resolve hostage situations in the region
May 18, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a bold move, Benny Gantz, Minister and Chairman of the State Camp, issued an ultimatum to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, demanding a concrete plan for governance in the Gaza Strip by June 8. Gantz warned of potential withdrawal from the government if his conditions are not met, citing concerns about the intrusion of personal and political interests into Israel's security affairs
May 18, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
The families of Haim Peri, Yoram Metzger, Amiram Koper, and Nadav Popelwell received devastating news today, 241 days after their abduction. Israeli authorities informed them that the four had died while in Hamas captivity. The determination of their deaths was made based on verified intelligence information, approved by an expert committee of the Ministry of Health and the Rabbinate
Jun 3, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
American CIA Director William Burns and White House Middle East Adviser Brett McGurk are embarking on a diplomatic mission to the region aimed at pushing forward negotiations for a potential hostage deal, according to reports from "Wala!" journalist Barak Ravid. Burns is expected to land in Qatar's capital, while McGurk will head to Cairo as part of the concerted effort by the United States to apply comprehensive pressure to facilitate progress in the hostage negotiations. Qatar Reacts to Proposed Israeli Hostage Deal Qatar has responded to the proposed Israeli outline for a hostage...
Jun 4, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
First Sergeant (res.) Raphael Coudres, 39 years old from the Hadassah Fortress, died today (Thursday) of his wounds, after being fatally injured yesterday in the incident of the fall of the UAV in Khorefish in the north of the country. Coudres served as the coordinator of tradition and spirit in the 5030 battalion, in the Alon Brigade (228). In addition , in the same incident a reservist was seriously injured
Jun 6, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a move that has sparked vehement reactions from Israeli officials, the United Nations Secretary General's Office informed Israel's UN Ambassador, Gilad Erdan, of the decision to include the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in a forthcoming report, labeling it as a military organization that has "committed violations" against children in conflict zones. The report, expected to be released imminently, also lists Hamas and Islamic Jihad for their alleged harm to children during the year 2023
Jun 7, 2024

by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Brigadier General Avi Rosenfeld, commander of the Gaza Division (Division 143) in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), has announced his retirement following 30 years of dedicated service. In a heartfelt letter addressed to Gaza Envelope authorities, Rosenfeld expressed deep regret over his perceived failure to protect the Gaza Strip during the events of October 7th
Jun 9, 2024