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Israel’s defense budget rises to NIS 177 billion amid Iran war and northern front tensions

In a closed discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the defense establishment has increased its demands to NIS 177 billion, with the possibility that the war with Iran will take longer.

 New Israeli Shekel banknotes are seen in this picture illustration taken November 9, 2021
The IDF’s 36th Division’s preparations for targeted operations in southern Lebanon, published on March 17, 2026.

WATCH: IDF begins limited ground operations targeting Hezbollah in northern Israel

US President Donald Trump speaks to the media, as he heads to Marine One to travel to Ohio and Kentucky, from the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 11, 2026.

US urges allies to label Iran’s IRGC, Hezbollah as terrorist groups amid Middle East tensions

A home damaged by an Iranian missile strike on March 16, 2026.

Israel targets Iran’s Larijani in strikes, offers assistance to Gulf states


Israel's government risks unity by advancing divisive laws amid ongoing war with Iran - editorial

As Israel continues to face war, the government's focus on divisive legislation is distracting from critical wartime priorities and risking further division within the country.

A man brandish Israeli flags following an Iranian strike in Givatayim, in the center of Israel on March 6, 2026.

Liberman: Israel mismanaging war, missing chance to end Hezbollah, Iran regime - interview

MK Avigdor Liberman warns that Israel is missing a critical opportunity to eliminate Hezbollah and topple the Iranian regime, urging decisive military and diplomatic action to ensure security.

Yisrael Beytenu leader MK Avigdor Liberman gives press conference at the Knesset, Monday March 16, 2026.

Gal Gadot directs Genesis Prize toward Israel’s post-October 7 recovery

The matching-gifts program, launched with the Jewish Funders Network, supports NGOs helping Israelis cope with trauma, loss, and displacement after the October 7 massacre and ongoing conflicts.

Gal Gadot attends the 82nd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California. January 5, 2025.

Israel’s illusions about Lebanon persist as tensions with Hezbollah escalate - analysis

With Lebanon’s internal politics and Hezbollah’s influence, Israel must rethink its approach to peace and security.

A war between Israel and Lebanon (illustrative)

Emergency standby squad shoots down Hezbollah drone using small arms in Western Galilee

The actions by the standby squad prevented a potentially serious hit near a residential area, with the police informing that the drone was loaded with explosives.

Emergency standby squad from Nahariya.

'Winning in Tehran, losing in Jerusalem': Israeli opposition leaders slam gov't's wartime conduct

“We are winning in Tehran and losing in Jerusalem. Instead of focusing on dismantling the regime in Tehran, they are busy splitting the role of the attorney-general," Benny Gantz said.

Benny Gantz on June 9, 2024 in Tel Aviv, Israel.

El Al expands US rescue options after Iran war disruptions, says Americans remain a top priority

El Al is bringing 35,000 passengers back home during wartime, offering fixed-price rescue flights despite restrictions and prioritizing US-bound flights for stranded travelers.

An Israeli flag is seen on the first of Israel's El Al Airlines order of 16 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner jets, as it lands at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv

Lebanon orders official media to stop calling Hezbollah 'resistance' - report

Further, the phrases “resistance” and “Islamic Resistance” are being removed from statements issued by Hezbollah itself, from broadcasts from the National News Agency.

Mourners wave Hezbollah flags during the funeral of top Hezbollah chief Haytham Ali Tabatabai and other members killed in an Israeli strike in Beirut's southern suburbs on November 24, 2025.

The Iran war is a severe blow to Shi’ite Islam - opinion

Strengthening regional stability in the Middle East is based on moderate Sunni-majority states and Israel's national interests.

 IRANIAN PRESIDENT Ebrahim Raisi delivers a speech marking the 45th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, in Tehran, in February 2024.

Mojtaba Khamenei’s rise means Iran’s revolution is far from over - opinion

Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment suggests Iran’s theocratic regime will pursue the same revolutionary path.

A picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is displayed on a screen in Tehran, Iran, March 9, 2026