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In Syria, Israel’s female field intelligence soldiers power the IDF's covert operations

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:50:09 GMT

MILITARY AFFAIRS: With Iran actions spiking, pressure from US to withdraw and reduce activities, the ‘Post’ visits female field intel soldiers who say they're operating in Syria to keep Israel safe.

Squad commander, combat soldier killed in West Bank terror attack, IDF confirms

BY ARIELLA ROITMAN — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:33:03 GMT

Staff Sergeant Ron Yonatan Roytman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Svilem were killed in the West Bank attack that left three others injured.

Police clarify AFP photographer had no suspected advance knowledge of West Bank terror attack

BY HODAYA RAN — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:51:47 GMT

Israel Police say an AFP photographer is not suspected of knowing about the Hebron shooting in advance, as investigators examine the attack.

IDF, Defense Ministry drafting resolution to protect reservists and families' benefits through 2027

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:37:47 GMT

Alongside the government resolution, the IDF and Defense Ministry are advancing legislation in the Knesset, which they hope to expedite after the elections, during the Knesset's first session.

Netanyahu vows to hunt Hamas terrorists as ministers demand major West Bank military operation

BY TZVI JASPER — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:16:10 GMT

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich claimed that, after the attack, there would be "no escaping" a comprehensive military campaign in the West Bank.

IDF soldier indicted for firing on Palestinian vehicle, seriously wounding 18-year-old woman

BY ALON HACHMON AND GILAD MORAG — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:20:28 GMT

According to the indictment, the incident occurred on September 18, after the soldier entered the village of Aqraba, which was outside his area of responsibility.

Netanyahu orders Hebron sealed off, full West Bank closure after Hamas terror attack

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB AND TZVI JASPER AND AMICHAI STEIN — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:29:39 GMT

The military had announced earlier that morning that two Hamas-linked terrorists, Hamouda and Firas Jua'ba, involved in the attack had been killed. There are no other terrorists involved.

'Grave incitement': Heckler throws glass bottle at Netanyahu's motorcade near Mahaneh Yehuda market

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND MAARIV — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:18:25 GMT

According to footage shared online of the incident, security personnel quickly jumped the barricade holding back the gathered crowd in attempt to locate the individual who threw the bottle.

Former hostage Elkana Bohbot recalls how faith, family helped him survive Hamas captivity

BY SARAH MOSKOWITZ — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:30:41 GMT

"First of all, what kept me going there, more than anything, was the belief that I would see my son Re'em again, my wife and my family," said Bohbot.

Hilltop Youth filmed waving weapons, singing anti-Zionist song at West Bank wedding - report

BY SARAH MOSKOWITZ — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:27:14 GMT

The activists were seen dancing to a song associated with Neturei Karta, an anti-Zionist and ultra-Orthodox Jewish group.

Hapoel Tel Aviv rallies in Euroleague basketball, Jerusalem stays perfect in EuroCup

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:55:22 GMT

Hapoel Jerusalem remained unbeaten in the EuroCup with a commanding 100-64 victory over Riga Zelli, while Bnei Herzliya fell 86-74 to Porto in Basketball Champions League action.

From preseason disaster to title contender: How Barak Bachar turned Maccabi Haifa around

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:47:16 GMT

For now, the broader message is unmistakable: Writing off Maccabi Haifa after its preseason struggles would have been premature.

High Court blocks Likud-backed digital voter tracking at polling stations ahead of elections

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:23:03 GMT

The High Court rules 2-1 against real-time voter counting by political party representatives ahead of Israel's 2026 elections.

Two men indicted for rape in separate cases involving minors, woman in Israel

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 21:00:34 GMT

Prosecutors filed two separate rape indictments, one against a Holon man accused of assaulting two girls under 16 and another involving a woman allegedly raped during a home repair visit.

IDF sources: Detention of US lawmaker nominee, 90 West Bank volunteers was complex - exclusive

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:39:20 GMT

The 'Post' discloses that the letter Rabbis for Human Rights sent requested coordination with the IDF, while Israel had claimed no attempt to coordinate was made.

WATCH; Netanyahu visits Leviathan gas platform as Israel projects NIS 350 billion in energy revenue

BY RICHARD OFFENBACHER — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:13:25 GMT

During a visit to the Leviathan gas platform, Netanyahu touted natural gas as a strategic national asset, highlighting billions in state revenue, savings for Israeli families, and diplomatic benefits.

Israel's attorney-general urges High Court to cut benefits for 110,000 draft evaders

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:25:06 GMT

Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara urged the High Court to consider restricting tax and transport benefits for draft evaders, citing government inaction and the IDF's urgent manpower needs.

Defense Ministry sanctions UK registered company after transfer of fuel to Hezbollah-owned company

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:09:42 GMT

Supplying fuel to Hezbollah directly provides it with capabilities that sustain its terrorist activity against Israel, the ministry said.

'I must score for Lior': Gabriel Lima honors late teammate in emotional interview

BY SHLOMO WEISS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:50:00 GMT

The former Bnei Sakhnin star traveled from Brazil to honor his late strike partner Lior Asulin. He opened up about their bond and hearing of his murder: "I couldn't stop crying."

Massad Boulos Must Ensure that Peace in Sudan and Libya Does Not Come at Israel’s Expense

BY COL. (RET.) DR. ERAN LERMAN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:15:52 GMT

Massad Boulos faces a critical challenge in Sudan and Libya: securing peace without empowering extremist networks, expanding Iranian influence, or undermining Israel’s regional partnerships.

Israel frees from custody almost all suspects in two settler attacks, puts them under house arrest

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:22:04 GMT

The 10 suspects were detained after the United ‌States, Israel's closest ally, called for a crackdown on settler violence and for arrests to be made after the attack on a US journalist.

Energy ministry calls for billions in nuclear fusion investments to compete globally

BY DANYA SAPERSTEIN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:47:34 GMT

The ministry proposed three different options for the national development in order to increase investment and development of nuclear fusion technologies within Israel.

Kfar Saba mayor, wife suspected of fraud released to house arrest, forbidden to communicate

BY HODAYA RAN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:10:10 GMT

Under the ruling by the court, the couple is prohibited from speaking to each other until November 1, while Saar is barred from entering municipal facilities until November 15.

Netanyahu, Katz's warnings of Iranian strikes could spur regime into attacking first, officials say

BY AMIR BOHBOT AND ANNA BARSKY — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:05:40 GMT

Reports have also indicated an increase in Israeli fighter jet training exercises in the country's skies amid growing speculation about a possible military campaign against Iran.

WATCH: President Herzog hosts ceremony commemorating 31 years since Rabin's assassination

BY SHIR PERETS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:10:09 GMT

At 3 p.m., Herzog is scheduled to deliver remarks at the state memorial ceremony for Yitzhak Rabin and his wife, Leah, at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu defense challenges Mandelblit over police questioning of key state witness

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:29:52 GMT

The exchanges at the Jerusalem District Court focused on how closely Mandelblit supervised the early inquiries into Netanyahu and whether investigators stayed within the limits he set.

Jerusalem man arrested after leaving miscarried fetus at hospital alleges police brutality

BY ALON HACHMON — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:27:14 GMT

The man was arrested after leaving the remains of the miscarriage in a bag at a hospital, reportedly believing burial arrangements would be handled.

Mark Wilf at The Jewish Agency: Building connection, unity, and trust

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH THE JEWISH AGENCY — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:44:46 GMT

“Mark Wilf has shown us what it means to be a true ‘mensch,’ leading not through words but through his actions,” Maj.-Gen. (res.) Doron Almog, chairman of the Executive at The Jewish Agency

Katz says opposition will bear blame for future attacks on Israel after ignoring warnings

BY SHIR PERETS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:27:52 GMT

Opposition leader Yair Lapid said that Katz's "reckless and hysterical statement is a gift to Israel’s enemies,” and accused the government of failing to eradicate Hamas or bring down Iran.

From Kfar Aza to Knesset: Alon Futterman’s new mission for unity

BY ELLIOT HELLER — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:16:16 GMT

The director of the Kfar Aza Foundation reflects on three years of rehabilitation efforts for the kibbutz, his recent US speaking tour, and his decision to run for the Knesset alongside Gadi Eisenkot