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In a rare expanded hearing behind closed doors, Israel's Supreme Court is considering petitions to remove National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Outside the courtroom, Ben-Gvir blasted the process, insisting voters chose him to set policy and declaring: "This is not democracy; I demand investigations and arrests of Gali Baharav-Miara and Ronen Bar."

An Israeli citizen from Nazareth allegedly spent months taking direction from a foreign handler, photographing sensitive sites—including security facilities, IDF bases, and the Haifa oil refineries—in exchange for digital payments. Prosecutors have filed an indictment and requested that she remain in custody until the end of the proceedings.

In a blunt interview, President Donald Trump tore into Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni over security and Iran, citing Italy’s refusal to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and the government’s reported move to block U.S. use of Italian bases for a potential war with Iran.

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Israel Katz says Iran’s nuclear program and its ability to produce a nuclear weapon have been destroyed, and that the U.S. and Israel require the removal of enriched material from Iran as a precondition to ending the campaign; he adds that Tehran’s proxies have been dealt heavy blows but vows to finish the job.

On a visit to Israel, Czech Foreign Minister Petr Mzinka placed a note between the stones at the Western Wall, toured the new 'Gate of Heaven' exhibit, and urged: "Keep showing this unique site to the whole world so everyone recognizes its importance."

Belgrade announces an equal-ownership partnership: Israel supplies the tech and expertise; Serbia provides local manufacturing and development infrastructure. The plan aims to stand up a large-scale UAV production line for the region.

At Yad Vashem’s state ceremony, the 88-year-old Holocaust survivor and former deputy president of the Haifa District Court led a moving El Malei Rachamim. In a heartfelt interview, he recalls his father risking beatings to bring home potatoes for Passover—and credits Hashem for his family’s survival.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Rome is suspending the automatic renewal of its defense agreement with Israel. Israel's Foreign Ministry responded that there is no security agreement with Italy, only an old memorandum of understanding with no real substance, and that the move will not harm Israel's security.

Peter Magyar says he won’t automatically block EU decisions on Israel, promises zero tolerance for antisemitism, and plans to rejoin the International Criminal Court; Netanyahu congratulates him and thanks outgoing Viktor Orban.

Bianco, a firetruck driver with the Barak (188th) Armored Brigade, was killed when an IDF vehicle overturned; one reservist was moderately wounded and two others were lightly hurt.

The IDF killed several armed Hamas militants who approached the Yellow Line in central Gaza. Among those killed was Yousef Ibrahim Mahmoud Bashiti, a Hamas operative who was part of the cell that launched anti-tank missiles at buildings where IDF forces were operating.

Prosecutors say a 22-year-old from Haifa worked with Iranian intelligence, built a home bomb lab, manufactured TATP, and plotted attacks in Israel, including targeting former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. According to the indictment, he even offered to act as a suicide bomber.

At a Monday cabinet meeting, the prime minister said fighting around Bint Jbeil continues, claimed U.S.–Iran talks collapsed over Iran’s “blatant” violations, voiced full support for a U.S. naval blockade on Iran, and vowed “there will not be another Holocaust.”

A political earthquake in Hungary: the opposition led by Peter Magyar wins 138 of 199 seats—more than two-thirds—ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule. The former prime minister concedes: "We will continue to serve our homeland and the Hungarian people even from the opposition... 2.5 million voters will not be abandoned. We never give up."

Israel’s Health Ministry and Magen David Adom released updated figures on casualties from Iran and Hezbollah attacks. As of 7:00 a.m., 114 remain hospitalized, including two in critical condition.

Israel says an IDF–Shin Bet strike in central Gaza killed members of a Hamas cell, including an operative linked to the abductions of Hersh Goldberg-Polin HY"D, Alon Ohel, Elia Cohen, and Or Levi from a shelter in Re'im; others had held Avinatan Or in Hamas captivity.

Censorship was lifted Sunday night as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made an unannounced visit across the border with Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, while Hezbollah kept up rocket and drone fire on northern Israel.

Israel’s Advisory Committee on Senior Appointments approved Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman to head the Mossad. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signed the appointment; Gofman is slated to take office June 2, 2026, for a five-year term. Multiple reports say committee chair Asher Grunis dissented over a past case involving teen operative Ori Elmakias; the attorney general flagged a "legal difficulty," and petitions to the High Court are expected.

Ahead of Yom HaShoah, new data from Israel's Holocaust Survivors' Rights Authority show that 63% of survivors are women, and the average age is 87.

Uganda’s military chief warns any attempt to destroy Israel would trigger intervention, announces troop offer and signals visit to Tel Aviv Uganda’s army chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, issued a series of unusually forceful pro-Israel statements over the past day, declaring that his country would join a war on Israel’s side if it faces destruction and offering to deploy tens of thousands of troops. In one post, he also said he was on his way to Tel Aviv to meet “our Israeli brothers.” The remarks, made on Kainerugaba’s personal social media accounts stand out as a rare and direct show of support from a senior African military figure. No official Ugandan government deployment or visit has been formally confirmed. “We want the war in the Middle East to end now, the world is tired of it. But let it be clear to everyone: any talk of destroying Israel or defeating it militarily will bring us into the war on Israel’s side,” Kainerugaba wrote. In another post, he added: “No one will touch Israel. Africa will defend it. The Jews are Africa’s first children.” Kainerugaba framed his position in both religious and historical terms. “We stand with Israel because we are Christians,” he wrote, adding in a separate message that Israel “stood with us when we were nobodys in the 1980s and 1990s.” He went further, offering direct military support. The general said he was prepared to deploy 100,000 Ugandan soldiers in Israel “under my command, to defend the Holy Land.” In a separate statement reflecting his broader rhetoric during the same period, he claimed that “a single Ugandan brigade can capture Tehran within two weeks,” urging observers not to underestimate his country’s forces. One of the most widely circulated statements came when Kainerugaba announced a planned visit to Israel. “I am on my way to Tel Aviv to meet our Israeli brothers,” he wrote. As of now, there has been no independent confirmation that the trip has taken place or that an official visit has been scheduled by either Jerusalem or Kampala. Kainerugaba also pointed to the historic ties between the two countries, referencing the 1976 Entebbe rescue operation. He reaffirmed Uganda’s plan to build a monument at Entebbe International Airport in honor of Yoni Netanyahu, the Israeli officer killed during the mission. “We will build a statue at Entebbe International Airport in honor of Yoni Netanyahu,” he wrote, adding: “The blood spilled at Entebbe bound our fate forever.” The latest statements were part of a broader series of posts in which the general also issued threats toward regional actors and commented on global conflicts, reflecting a pattern of highly provocative messaging. Kainerugaba has previously drawn international attention for controversial remarks on social media, including statements that sparked diplomatic tensions. As of now, Israeli officials have not publicly responded to the remarks, and no formal military coordination between the countries has been announced. The statements nonetheless highlight an unusual and vocal alignment with Israel from a senior African military leader, even as it remains unclear whether they signal any concrete policy shift or operational cooperation.