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The IDF says its forces are conducting wide-ranging offensive operations in southern Lebanon. Dozens of Hezbollah terrorists have been killed in recent clashes with Israeli troops.

On a Zoom call with Israel's "Confrontation Line" forum, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to expand the security zone and "change the situation in Lebanon from the ground up" as the government approves new aid for border towns.

The Shin Bet, Israel Police, and IDF arrested ten Hamas-linked suspects from Beita in the northern West Bank. Investigators say the cell carried out IED attacks on troops, planned additional major assaults and a kidnapping of a Jewish resident, and even dug a tunnel to hold a hostage.

Overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday, the IDF struck a group of armed Hamas Nukhba operatives during a training exercise in central Gaza. The military said the operatives had recently held multiple drills and posed a threat; Southern Command forces remain deployed in the area in accordance with the agreement.

Division 36 steps up focused ground raids against Hezbollah infrastructure; depots and command posts destroyed, and several militants eliminated after attempting to flee.

A splitting missile launched from Iran toward central Israel was intercepted. Multiple impact sites were reported in Bnei Brak, Givat Shmuel, Petah Tikva, and Rosh HaAyin. Twelve people suffered shrapnel or blast injuries and seven more were treated for anxiety.

Overnight, the IDF hit a main crossing on the Litani River used by Hezbollah to move between its northern and southern sectors. Ground troops operating near Har Dov also found a shaft and demolished a weapons compound as part of a forward-defense push.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a brief video statement responding to President Donald Trump’s openness to talks with Iran. Netanyahu: "We continue to strike—in Iran and in Lebanon."

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir approved plans to deepen Israel's maneuver in Lebanon. Zamir said: "There is no safe haven for the Iranian regime and its proxies; we are prepared for a prolonged campaign."

Industry officials ask Transport Minister Miri Regev to halt civilian flights as launches from Iran and Lebanon continue; a key decision meeting is set for tonight.

The IDF says Israel’s Air Force carried out a broad overnight wave of strikes around Tehran, targeting production and storage sites and multiple command posts tied to the Iranian terror regime, as part of a push to degrade its core military infrastructure.

Israel’s Shin Bet and police say they disrupted an alleged cell from Umm al-Fahm that trained with illegal weapons. Four men in their 20s were arrested; investigators say they practiced shooting with Airsoft guns and later stashed pistols, an automatic 'Carlo' weapon, and an M-16, along with magazines and ammo.

IDF jets struck a research-and-development site at Malek Ashtar University that, according to Israel, supports Iran's military industries and ballistic missile program. Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said Iran can threaten European capitals and vowed, "This Pesach we will keep fighting for our freedom."

The shock of Hamas's attack on the south has been replaced by a significant Israeli response, including airstrikes and a ground incursion into Gaza since the weekend. Former senior security officials analyze the expected operation and its challenges.

Superintendent Eyal Avraham, the officer for holy sites in Jerusalem's district, discusses the comprehensive preparations in the Old City and the Western Wall ahead of the coming holiday. What is the main worry that troubles him?

Itamar Alkobi was injured by stone-throwing while in a Sukkah in the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood and was rescued in very serious condition. In a special interview, he and his father speak of the great miracles and are confident: "It's all thanks to the prayers of the people of Israel."

Private investigator Ari Kaniel, who used to work in national security and the police, now runs a unique project documenting Palestinians during riots, helping implicate them. What are his thoughts on the recent disturbances at Damascus Gate?

The journey of a 'Bnei Akiva' youth member who exposed secrets about Israel's nuclear capabilities and made headlines worldwide.