Sirens sounding in central Israel, Sharon, Samaria

Eyal Golan posted a video declaring that thanks to his children, Alin and Liam, he has decided to observe the upcoming Shabbat, 'I want to get closer to my children, to my faith, and to strengthen my people.'

Is it permitted for three male soldiers and one female soldier - who is a driver or paramedic - to remain together in a Hummer (Humvee)?

Each Friday I try to end the week by saying Shabbat Shalom to those who have made a difference over the past few days, those who have stepped forward when it mattered most, often quietly, often without recognition. Every week the names change, but the idea remains the same, to recognise those who run towards the fire.

The Pesach sacrifice was a massive act of defiance against the idolatrous Egyptian oppressors. And the Haftarah-reading for Shabbat Hagadol is the very last prophetic vision ever.

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In an operation to expand the security zone in southern Lebanon, Shayetet 13 forces raided a school in al-Khiyam and discovered hundreds of weapons, including anti-tank rockets, mines, and explosives.

<p>The IDF spokesperson in Persian, Lt. Col. (res.) Kamal Panahasi, issued an evacuation warning to residents in the Arak region ahead of upcoming air force strikes:</p><p>"Urgent warning for those located northwest of the city of Arak and in the Khir Abad industrial area of Arak - in the coming hours, the IDF will operate in the area, as it has in recent days across Iran, targeting military infrastructure of the Iranian regime. Dear civilians, for your safety and security, we ask you to evacuate immediately. Your presence in these areas endangers your lives."</p>