National security council
Poland, Italy, decline Board of Peace invitation, cite doubts, constitutional barrier
Initially designed to cement Gaza's ceasefire, Trump sees the Board of Peace taking a wider role in resolving global conflicts, which some countries fear means it could become a rival to the UN.
Knesset bill seeks military burial for Israelis whose suicide tied to IDF service
Gov't issues warnings for Israelis abroad to avoid unsecured public events after Sydney massacre
Israel, Lebanon hold first senior-level talks in decades as US pushes engagement
Netanyahu names new NSC head, one of few not from intelligence community
Four of the previous heads came from the ranks of the Mossad: Cohen, Ephraim Halevi, Ilan Mizrahi and Arad. Two others, Amidror and Dani Arditi, held senior positions in Military Intelligence.
The formulation of a counterterrorism strategy
The moderate Muslim majority must rise against the loud and dangerous minority that is hijacking Islam from them.
Ban Ki-moon: Israel must take steps for peace, freeze settlement activity
“I strongly urge the incoming government to reaffirm Israel's commitment to the two-state solution,” UN chief says.
Counter-Terrorism Bureau warns of jihadi threats to Jewish, Israeli targets in Europe
Terror threat to Israelis in Africa has risen, travel advisory says.
Sparking interest
A recent immigrant draws on his experience in national security to host seminars on global events and their impact on Israel.
'Turkey hurting NATO by undermining Israel ties'
Deputy NSC head Lerman risks antagonizing Turks by stating that Kurds historically have been allies and can help regional stability.
Lindenstrauss to slam PM, Barak on flotilla
Several Turks were killed, several IDF soldiers were injured in trying to commandeer the flotilla.
NSC can resolve DM, FM defense sale disputes
Gov't authorizes National Security Council to resolve disputes between 2 ministries following delays in resolving disputes.
IDF failing to inform Foreign Ministry on key issues
Army is concerned that information shared with Foreign Ministry will be leaked, State Comptroller writes in his report.
Israel’s Sinai warning falls on deaf ears
Tourists stay put on beaches while Egyptian officials accuse Israel of harming industry.
