Iranian military announces ballistic missile range expansion programme
Iran’s military announced plans to significantly expand the range of its ballistic missiles to strike distant targets, including American military bases.
Israel closes West Bank and Gaza crossings for October 7 remembrance ceremonies
Israel to close West Bank and Gaza crossings during October 7 remembrance ceremonies, with limited exceptions for humanitarian and medical cases.
Russia intensifies attacks on Kyiv bridges as Ukraine struggles with new drone wave
Russia launches repeated attacks on Kyiv bridges using cruise drones, causing severe congestion. Kremlin warns of further retaliatory strikes as Ukraine struggles with air defence.
Two Iranian men charged with suspected terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community
Two Iranian men have been charged with suspected involvement in a terror plot targeting the Manchester Jewish community. Both arrived in the UK via small boats in recent years.
Flydubai incident renews scrutiny of airline pilot selection standards
The attempted hijacking and crash landing of Flydubai flight has reignited debate over pilot certification requirements across major aviation authorities. Standards vary significantly between the US, Europe, UAE, Canada and Israel, with requirements ranging from 1,500 flight hours to medical checks, written examinations and security clearances. Aviation experts are reviewing whether current selection and training processes adequately address security risks.
IDF establishes space division to counter Iranian, Hamas threats
The Israeli military has formalised a new space division following decisions by Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, marking an escalation in Israel’s strategic capabilities. The unit will focus on preventing the deployment of weapons systems by Iran and Hamas from space. Senior IDF officials revealed details of thwarted threats and international coordination efforts, underscoring that future conflicts will be determined by space-based capabilities.
Man jailed three years for offering Iran nuclear reactor intelligence
A 30-year-old electrical engineer from Beersheba received a three-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to contact with an Iranian agent. Doron Bukhobze was arrested 18 months ago and had received several thousand shekels for tasks including posting content and filming videos. The case was resolved through a plea bargain agreement.
Government and security bodies point fingers over flydubai hijacking attempt; pilot had visited Israel week before
Israel’s government and security services face mounting criticism after co-pilot Hammam al-Maami attempted to hijack a flydubai flight, with investigations revealing he had visi…
Two soldiers severely wounded after grenade misfires during southern Lebanon operation
Two IDF soldiers seriously wounded when grenade misfires during southern Lebanon operation; military investigating circumstances of the incident.
Large wildfire near Carmel Forest contained by firefighters
A significant fire broke out at a waste site in Usfiya, prompting the deployment of 13 firefighting teams to prevent the blaze from spreading to Carmel Park and nearby residential areas. Firefighters worked through the night to contain the fire. According to fire service officials, residents face no immediate danger from the incident.