⚠️ IDF REAFFIRMS AERIAL DEFENSE READINESS AS U.S. DEPLOYS ASSETS, STRIKES HEZBOLLAH TARGETS IN LEBANON, AND SECURITY INCIDENTS OCCUR IN JUDEA AND SAMARIA
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 09:45 AM
🛡️ IDF Aerial Defense Readiness: Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir said the IDF maintains constant readiness to defend Israel’s civilians and adjusts its posture based on responsible, measured situational assessments. During a Thursday evening visit to an Arrow Battery within the Aerial Defense Array, Zamir reviewed operational readiness, took part in an exercise simulating a missile attack on Israel, and met with commanders and troops. He emphasized strengthening immediate preparedness across a wide range of aerial defense scenarios and said the IDF remains ready to act decisively to thwart threats across all arenas.
✈️ U.S. Military Posture: Fox News reported the United States continues to send military assets to the Middle East as President Trump weighs a potential strike on Iran.
💥 IDF Strikes in Lebanon: The IDF said it struck Hezbollah terror infrastructure throughout Lebanon. In southern Lebanon, targets included several weapons storage facilities and additional infrastructure assessed as supporting attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel. The IDF also reported striking an underground Hezbollah weapons storage facility. Later that evening, the IDF said it struck a Hezbollah terrorist in the Zawtar al-Sharqiyah area of southern Lebanon in response to repeated violations of ceasefire understandings.
🚧 Judea and Samaria Security Incidents: IDF soldiers were dispatched to the area of Kafr Malik following a report that terrorists hurled an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail toward the road leading to a military base. The devices did not explode and no injuries were reported. Forces searched the area for suspects and Kafr Malik has been encircled.
🚨 Terrorist Infiltration Alert: At 02:12 AM, a terrorist infiltration alert was issued in the Hashmonaim area, covering the Yarkon–Hashmonaim sector under the jurisdiction of the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council.
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🛡️ IDF Aerial Defense Readiness: Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir said the IDF maintains constant readiness to defend Israel’s civilians and adjusts its posture based on responsible, measured situational assessments. During a Thursday evening visit to an Arrow Battery within the Aerial Defense Array, Zamir reviewed operational readiness, took part in an exercise simulating a missile attack on Israel, and met with commanders and troops. He emphasized strengthening immediate preparedness across a wide range of aerial defense scenarios and said the IDF remains ready to act decisively to thwart threats across all arenas.
✈️ U.S. Military Posture: Fox News reported the United States continues to send military assets to the Middle East as President Trump weighs a potential strike on Iran.
💥 IDF Strikes in Lebanon: The IDF said it struck Hezbollah terror infrastructure throughout Lebanon. In southern Lebanon, targets included several weapons storage facilities and additional infrastructure assessed as supporting attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel. The IDF also reported striking an underground Hezbollah weapons storage facility. Later that evening, the IDF said it struck a Hezbollah terrorist in the Zawtar al-Sharqiyah area of southern Lebanon in response to repeated violations of ceasefire understandings.
🚧 Judea and Samaria Security Incidents: IDF soldiers were dispatched to the area of Kafr Malik following a report that terrorists hurled an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail toward the road leading to a military base. The devices did not explode and no injuries were reported. Forces searched the area for suspects and Kafr Malik has been encircled.
🚨 Terrorist Infiltration Alert: At 02:12 AM, a terrorist infiltration alert was issued in the Hashmonaim area, covering the Yarkon–Hashmonaim sector under the jurisdiction of the Mateh Binyamin Regional Council.
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🎯 U.S. SIGNALS MIDDLE EAST FORCE REALIGNMENT AS IRAN DETENTIONS, INTERNET BLACKOUT, AND INTERNATIONAL WARNINGS INTENSIFY
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM
⚠️ U.S. military posture Bret Baier said, “Fox News can tonight confirm military assets are moving toward the Middle East after a recent withdrawal of Navy firepower in the region.”
The Wall Street Journal reported that the main reason for postponing an attack was insufficient American firepower currently positioned in the area.
❗ Iran detentions and execution claims: Iran’s Intelligence Agency said, “We have arrested 3,000 armed rioters in the last few days, and the manhunt is still ongoing.”
Authorities rejected claims that executions have been “halted,” arguing that violence has shifted out of public view, including allegations of killings inside medical facilities. A White House spokesperson warned, “If the killings in Iran continue, there will be serious consequences. All options remain on the table.”
🌐 Nationwide internet blackout: Iran plans to keep its nationwide internet shutdown in place until at least the Iranian New Year, Nowruz, in late March, according to IranWire citing media activists briefed by the government.
Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani reportedly said access to international online services would not be restored before Nowruz, around March 20. NetBlocks said the blackout has exceeded 180 hours, surpassing the duration of Iran’s 2019 shutdown, with no partial or regional restoration so far. NetBlocks noted that in 2019, the scale of the crackdown became clear only after connectivity was restored. Iran International reported that authorities were in the final stages of rolling out additional measures.
⚠️ U.S. political reactions: Senator Lindsey Graham said headlines claiming “Trump backed down from attacking Iran” were inaccurate. He later tweeted, “All the headlines suggesting that so-called ‘our Arab allies’ intervened on behalf of Iran to avoid decisive military action are very troubling. If the Arab response is ‘no need for action against Iran,’ then there will be a dramatic reconsideration on my part regarding the nature of those alliances now and in the future.”
🇺🇸 President Trump announcement: President Trump said, “It is my Great Honor to announce that THE BOARD OF PEACE has been formed. The Members of the Board will be announced shortly, but I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place.”
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🕑 January 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM
⚠️ U.S. military posture Bret Baier said, “Fox News can tonight confirm military assets are moving toward the Middle East after a recent withdrawal of Navy firepower in the region.”
The Wall Street Journal reported that the main reason for postponing an attack was insufficient American firepower currently positioned in the area.
❗ Iran detentions and execution claims: Iran’s Intelligence Agency said, “We have arrested 3,000 armed rioters in the last few days, and the manhunt is still ongoing.”
Authorities rejected claims that executions have been “halted,” arguing that violence has shifted out of public view, including allegations of killings inside medical facilities. A White House spokesperson warned, “If the killings in Iran continue, there will be serious consequences. All options remain on the table.”
🌐 Nationwide internet blackout: Iran plans to keep its nationwide internet shutdown in place until at least the Iranian New Year, Nowruz, in late March, according to IranWire citing media activists briefed by the government.
Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani reportedly said access to international online services would not be restored before Nowruz, around March 20. NetBlocks said the blackout has exceeded 180 hours, surpassing the duration of Iran’s 2019 shutdown, with no partial or regional restoration so far. NetBlocks noted that in 2019, the scale of the crackdown became clear only after connectivity was restored. Iran International reported that authorities were in the final stages of rolling out additional measures.
⚠️ U.S. political reactions: Senator Lindsey Graham said headlines claiming “Trump backed down from attacking Iran” were inaccurate. He later tweeted, “All the headlines suggesting that so-called ‘our Arab allies’ intervened on behalf of Iran to avoid decisive military action are very troubling. If the Arab response is ‘no need for action against Iran,’ then there will be a dramatic reconsideration on my part regarding the nature of those alliances now and in the future.”
🇺🇸 President Trump announcement: President Trump said, “It is my Great Honor to announce that THE BOARD OF PEACE has been formed. The Members of the Board will be announced shortly, but I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place.”
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🚨 IDF HELICOPTER CRASH WITHOUT CASUALTIES, NETANYAHU HOLDS TALKS WITH PUTIN ON IRAN, AND POLL SHOWS STRONG ISRAELI SUPPORT FOR POTENTIAL U.S.-LED STRIKE
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 11:55 AM
🚁 IDF Aviation Incident: A faulty IDF helicopter crashed in the Gush Etzion area. No casualties were reported.
⚠️ Netanyahu–Putin Call on Regional Tensions: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke earlier with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid regional tensions.
In a statement, the Kremlin said: “The situation in the Middle East and Iran were discussed. Vladimir Putin outlined his fundamental approaches to intensifying political and diplomatic efforts to ensure stability and security in the region. Russia's readiness to continue its mediation efforts and to promote constructive dialogue involving all interested states was confirmed. It was agreed to continue contacts at various levels.”
📊 Public Opinion on Iran and Domestic Politics: A Maariv poll found that 70% of Israelis support Israel joining a hypothetical U.S. attack on Iran.
Within that figure, 44% support participation regardless of whether Iran attacks first, while 29% support involvement only if Iran directly threatens or attacks Israel.
Nineteen percent oppose Israeli participation and believe the U.S. should act alone.
On personal risk, respondents were evenly split, with 46% saying they fear being personally harmed in such a conflict and 46% saying they are not afraid.
On domestic politics, 44% said the Supreme Court should not intervene in decisions related to dismissing cabinet ministers, while 33% said judicial involvement is appropriate.
Party support shifted only modestly, with Likud dipping slightly, Otzma Yehudit and Yesh Atid posting small gains, and the opposition holding a narrow parliamentary majority in the results.
The poll surveyed 501 Israeli adults, Jewish and Arab, on January 14–15, with a margin of error of ±4.4%.
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🚁 IDF Aviation Incident: A faulty IDF helicopter crashed in the Gush Etzion area. No casualties were reported.
⚠️ Netanyahu–Putin Call on Regional Tensions: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke earlier with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid regional tensions.
In a statement, the Kremlin said: “The situation in the Middle East and Iran were discussed. Vladimir Putin outlined his fundamental approaches to intensifying political and diplomatic efforts to ensure stability and security in the region. Russia's readiness to continue its mediation efforts and to promote constructive dialogue involving all interested states was confirmed. It was agreed to continue contacts at various levels.”
📊 Public Opinion on Iran and Domestic Politics: A Maariv poll found that 70% of Israelis support Israel joining a hypothetical U.S. attack on Iran.
Within that figure, 44% support participation regardless of whether Iran attacks first, while 29% support involvement only if Iran directly threatens or attacks Israel.
Nineteen percent oppose Israeli participation and believe the U.S. should act alone.
On personal risk, respondents were evenly split, with 46% saying they fear being personally harmed in such a conflict and 46% saying they are not afraid.
On domestic politics, 44% said the Supreme Court should not intervene in decisions related to dismissing cabinet ministers, while 33% said judicial involvement is appropriate.
Party support shifted only modestly, with Likud dipping slightly, Otzma Yehudit and Yesh Atid posting small gains, and the opposition holding a narrow parliamentary majority in the results.
The poll surveyed 501 Israeli adults, Jewish and Arab, on January 14–15, with a margin of error of ±4.4%.
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🎯 IDF STRIKES HAMAS, ISLAMIC JIHAD, AND HEZBOLLAH OPERATIVES FOLLOWING CEASEFIRE VIOLATIONS IN GAZA, LEBANON, AND JUDEA AND SAMARIA
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 1:30 PM
💥 Gaza Strip: In response to a blatant ceasefire violation earlier this week in western Rafah, where armed terrorists fired at IDF troops, the IDF struck several terrorists across the Gaza Strip yesterday. The strikes included commanders from the Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorist organizations.
🎯 Southern Lebanon: Yesterday, the IDF struck and eliminated a Hezbollah terrorist involved in attempts to reestablish Hezbollah’s infrastructure in the Zawtar al-Sharqiyah area in southern Lebanon.
❌ Judea and Samaria: Yesterday, IDF soldiers operating adjacent to the Beitot villages identified two terrorists preparing to hurl Molotov cocktails toward a civilian road. The soldiers fired to remove the threat, identified a hit on one terrorist, and apprehended both suspects.
🔪 Kafr Malik Arrests: Overnight, forces operated in the area of Kafr Malik after terrorists hurled an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail toward a road where civilian vehicles were traveling. No injuries were reported. Three suspects involved in the incident were apprehended during searches and transferred to security forces for further questioning.
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🕑 January 16, 2026 | 1:30 PM
💥 Gaza Strip: In response to a blatant ceasefire violation earlier this week in western Rafah, where armed terrorists fired at IDF troops, the IDF struck several terrorists across the Gaza Strip yesterday. The strikes included commanders from the Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorist organizations.
🎯 Southern Lebanon: Yesterday, the IDF struck and eliminated a Hezbollah terrorist involved in attempts to reestablish Hezbollah’s infrastructure in the Zawtar al-Sharqiyah area in southern Lebanon.
❌ Judea and Samaria: Yesterday, IDF soldiers operating adjacent to the Beitot villages identified two terrorists preparing to hurl Molotov cocktails toward a civilian road. The soldiers fired to remove the threat, identified a hit on one terrorist, and apprehended both suspects.
🔪 Kafr Malik Arrests: Overnight, forces operated in the area of Kafr Malik after terrorists hurled an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail toward a road where civilian vehicles were traveling. No injuries were reported. Three suspects involved in the incident were apprehended during searches and transferred to security forces for further questioning.
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⚠️ ISRAEL AND ALLIES SIGNAL STEALTH-BASED POSTURE TOWARD IRAN AS U.S. NAVAL ASSETS SHIFT AND IRAN IMPOSES SEVERE INTERNAL SECURITY CONTROLS
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM
‼️ Operational posture toward Iran: It was confirmed that the operation is expected to rely heavily on stealth. It is described as an approach in which the direction and timing of any action against Iran would not be visible in advance.
🛡️ U.S. naval movement to the Mediterranean: The USS George Bush aircraft carrier and its carrier strike group, CVN-77, have departed for Europe and are en route to the Mediterranean.
🕵️ Senior Israeli security talks in the United States: The head of the Mossad, David Barnea, has arrived in the United States ahead of meetings with senior government officials. The talks are reported to focus on Iran.
🚨 Severe internal security measures across Iran: Reports from multiple Iranian cities describe a sharp escalation in security controls and an atmosphere resembling martial law following violent crackdowns and killings on Thursday and Friday. Since January 12, IRGC and Basij forces have set up checkpoints, restricted movement, and intensified inspections of vehicles and civilians. Residents in Borujen, Mashhad, and Khanmirza County report phone checks at checkpoints and the deployment of large military vans in city streets. In Isfahan, residents say conditions shift to a martial-law environment from 6:00 PM onward. Similar restrictions were reported in Torbat-e Jam, where movement is said to be limited to essential shopping, and in Sari, Mazandaran, where citizens describe comparable military pressure.
🗣️ Russia–Iran contact: The Kremlin reported in a separate update that President Vladimir Putin also held a conversation with the president of Iran.
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🕑 January 16, 2026 | 2:00 PM
‼️ Operational posture toward Iran: It was confirmed that the operation is expected to rely heavily on stealth. It is described as an approach in which the direction and timing of any action against Iran would not be visible in advance.
🛡️ U.S. naval movement to the Mediterranean: The USS George Bush aircraft carrier and its carrier strike group, CVN-77, have departed for Europe and are en route to the Mediterranean.
🕵️ Senior Israeli security talks in the United States: The head of the Mossad, David Barnea, has arrived in the United States ahead of meetings with senior government officials. The talks are reported to focus on Iran.
🚨 Severe internal security measures across Iran: Reports from multiple Iranian cities describe a sharp escalation in security controls and an atmosphere resembling martial law following violent crackdowns and killings on Thursday and Friday. Since January 12, IRGC and Basij forces have set up checkpoints, restricted movement, and intensified inspections of vehicles and civilians. Residents in Borujen, Mashhad, and Khanmirza County report phone checks at checkpoints and the deployment of large military vans in city streets. In Isfahan, residents say conditions shift to a martial-law environment from 6:00 PM onward. Similar restrictions were reported in Torbat-e Jam, where movement is said to be limited to essential shopping, and in Sari, Mazandaran, where citizens describe comparable military pressure.
🗣️ Russia–Iran contact: The Kremlin reported in a separate update that President Vladimir Putin also held a conversation with the president of Iran.
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⚠️ IDF MAINTAINS PEAK READINESS ACROSS ALL BORDERS AS OFFICIALS URGE PUBLIC TO RELY ON VERIFIED CHANNELS
🕑 January 16, 2026 | 4:25 PM
🪖 IDF READINESS AND PUBLIC GUIDANCE: IDF Spokesperson, BG Effie Defrin, addressed the public ahead of Shabbat, saying the IDF has been closely monitoring regional developments in recent weeks and days. He said the Chief of the General Staff is conducting ongoing situational assessments with all relevant bodies.
“Our responsibility in the IDF is to manage the situation in a measured, professional, and responsible manner.” Defrin said the IDF is operating at peak readiness for a wide range of scenarios and has strengthened capabilities and increased readiness along all borders in recent weeks.
Quoting the Chief of the General Staff’s remarks during a visit to the Aerial Defense Array, Defrin said: “It is important that every Israeli citizen knows: the IDF is prepared and ready at all times, across a broad range of capabilities.”
Defrin acknowledged the heightened public uncertainty in recent days and urged the public to rely exclusively on IDF Spokesperson announcements and official channels. He emphasized there is no change to the Home Front Command guidelines and said any updates would be delivered clearly and in an orderly manner. He concluded by wishing the public a peaceful and quiet Shabbat.
🚨 U.S. FORCES REMAIN ON HEIGHTENED ALERT IN THE REGION: Reports claiming normal activity has returned to U.S. bases across the Middle East were described as false.
Intelligence sources said U.S. forces remain on a heightened state of alert, with regular evacuation drills conducted at various bases over the past 48 hours. It was further stated there is no movement of U.S. bombers out of CONUS and no observed preparations for such movement.
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🕑 January 16, 2026 | 4:25 PM
🪖 IDF READINESS AND PUBLIC GUIDANCE: IDF Spokesperson, BG Effie Defrin, addressed the public ahead of Shabbat, saying the IDF has been closely monitoring regional developments in recent weeks and days. He said the Chief of the General Staff is conducting ongoing situational assessments with all relevant bodies.
“Our responsibility in the IDF is to manage the situation in a measured, professional, and responsible manner.” Defrin said the IDF is operating at peak readiness for a wide range of scenarios and has strengthened capabilities and increased readiness along all borders in recent weeks.
Quoting the Chief of the General Staff’s remarks during a visit to the Aerial Defense Array, Defrin said: “It is important that every Israeli citizen knows: the IDF is prepared and ready at all times, across a broad range of capabilities.”
Defrin acknowledged the heightened public uncertainty in recent days and urged the public to rely exclusively on IDF Spokesperson announcements and official channels. He emphasized there is no change to the Home Front Command guidelines and said any updates would be delivered clearly and in an orderly manner. He concluded by wishing the public a peaceful and quiet Shabbat.
🚨 U.S. FORCES REMAIN ON HEIGHTENED ALERT IN THE REGION: Reports claiming normal activity has returned to U.S. bases across the Middle East were described as false.
Intelligence sources said U.S. forces remain on a heightened state of alert, with regular evacuation drills conducted at various bases over the past 48 hours. It was further stated there is no movement of U.S. bombers out of CONUS and no observed preparations for such movement.
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🔶 U.S. ANNOUNCES GAZA PEACE COUNCIL AS ISRAEL SAYS MOVE WAS UNCOORDINATED AND CONTRADICTS ITS POLICY
🕑 January 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM
🇺🇸 U.S. announcement on Gaza governance: U.S. President Donald Trump announced the formation of a Peace Council intended to administer Gaza, described publicly as a “Board of Peace.”
The announced members are Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State; Jared Kushner, former adviser to President Trump; Steve Witkoff, U.S. Special Envoy; Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo; Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank; and Robert Gabriel, U.S. National Security Advisor.
❗️ Prime Minister’s Office response: The Prime Minister’s Office said the announcement regarding the composition of Gaza’s governing council, which is subordinate to the peace conference, was not coordinated with Israel and contradicts Israel’s policy.
The PM has instructed the Foreign Minister to raise this matter with the U.S. Secretary of State".
This was described as the first public confrontation with the Trump administration on the matter, following Turkey receiving a seat on the committee.
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🇺🇸 U.S. announcement on Gaza governance: U.S. President Donald Trump announced the formation of a Peace Council intended to administer Gaza, described publicly as a “Board of Peace.”
The announced members are Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State; Jared Kushner, former adviser to President Trump; Steve Witkoff, U.S. Special Envoy; Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; Marc Rowan, CEO of Apollo; Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank; and Robert Gabriel, U.S. National Security Advisor.
❗️ Prime Minister’s Office response: The Prime Minister’s Office said the announcement regarding the composition of Gaza’s governing council, which is subordinate to the peace conference, was not coordinated with Israel and contradicts Israel’s policy.
The PM has instructed the Foreign Minister to raise this matter with the U.S. Secretary of State".
This was described as the first public confrontation with the Trump administration on the matter, following Turkey receiving a seat on the committee.
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♟️ TRUMP CALLS FOR LEADERSHIP CHANGE IN IRAN AFTER EXCHANGE OF HOSTILE STATEMENTS WITH SUPREME LEADER; TRUMP ANNOUNCES U.S. TARIFFS ON EUROPE, LINKING GREENLAND TO ARCTIC MISSILE DEFENSE AND GLOBAL SECURITY
🕑 January 17, 2026 | 11:00 PM
🗣️ President Donald Trump publicly called for an end to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s 37-year rule. In remarks to POLITICO, Trump said it is “time to look for new leadership in Iran.”
The comments followed a renewed public clash between Trump and Iran’s leadership. Trump said he made the statement after reviewing a series of hostile public posts from Khamenei, after previously praising Iran for canceling 800 executions, and said Iran then attacked him in response.
Trump directly blamed Khamenei for Iran’s current condition. He accused Khamenei of being responsible for the “complete destruction of his country,” marking one of Trump’s most explicit endorsements to date of leadership change in Tehran.
🧭 President Donald Trump announced new U.S. tariffs on multiple European countries, explicitly tying the measures to negotiations over Greenland and framing the issue as one of U.S. and global national security. The announcement cited Arctic positioning, missile-defense coverage, and strategic competition with China and Russia as the underlying drivers.
Trump linked Greenland to advanced missile-defense architecture, early-warning systems, and global coverage geometry. In U.S. defense planning, Arctic territory is presented as critical to radar reach, intercept angles, and detection timelines for long-range threats.
Israel is not directly involved in the tariffs or negotiations, but the strategic signal carries implications for allies. Israel operates closely with the United States within an integrated missile-defense ecosystem, including Arrow and other layered defense systems developed alongside U.S. doctrine. Shifts in how Washington prioritizes territory, alliance coordination, and global defense architecture can influence the broader defense environment in which Israel operates.
The move has raised concerns in Europe over alliance cohesion and NATO stability. For Israel, which relies on sustained U.S. strategic leadership and predictable coordination with Western partners amid threats from Iran and regional proxies, changes in U.S.–Europe relations and global security posture can matter beyond the immediate issue.
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🕑 January 17, 2026 | 11:00 PM
🗣️ President Donald Trump publicly called for an end to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s 37-year rule. In remarks to POLITICO, Trump said it is “time to look for new leadership in Iran.”
The comments followed a renewed public clash between Trump and Iran’s leadership. Trump said he made the statement after reviewing a series of hostile public posts from Khamenei, after previously praising Iran for canceling 800 executions, and said Iran then attacked him in response.
Trump directly blamed Khamenei for Iran’s current condition. He accused Khamenei of being responsible for the “complete destruction of his country,” marking one of Trump’s most explicit endorsements to date of leadership change in Tehran.
🧭 President Donald Trump announced new U.S. tariffs on multiple European countries, explicitly tying the measures to negotiations over Greenland and framing the issue as one of U.S. and global national security. The announcement cited Arctic positioning, missile-defense coverage, and strategic competition with China and Russia as the underlying drivers.
Trump linked Greenland to advanced missile-defense architecture, early-warning systems, and global coverage geometry. In U.S. defense planning, Arctic territory is presented as critical to radar reach, intercept angles, and detection timelines for long-range threats.
Israel is not directly involved in the tariffs or negotiations, but the strategic signal carries implications for allies. Israel operates closely with the United States within an integrated missile-defense ecosystem, including Arrow and other layered defense systems developed alongside U.S. doctrine. Shifts in how Washington prioritizes territory, alliance coordination, and global defense architecture can influence the broader defense environment in which Israel operates.
The move has raised concerns in Europe over alliance cohesion and NATO stability. For Israel, which relies on sustained U.S. strategic leadership and predictable coordination with Western partners amid threats from Iran and regional proxies, changes in U.S.–Europe relations and global security posture can matter beyond the immediate issue.
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🎯 IDF AND SHIN BET ELIMINATE SENIOR HAMAS AND ISLAMIC JIHAD OPERATIVES IN GAZA AFTER CEASEFIRE VIOLATION, AS IDF ROTATES FORCES AND FOILS DRONE ARMS SMUGGLING INTO ISRAEL
🕑 January 17, 2026 | 11:30 PM
🎯 TARGETED STRIKES IN GAZA FOLLOWING CEASEFIRE VIOLATION
Earlier this week in western Rafah, armed terrorists fired at an armored IDF vehicle in a violation of the ceasefire agreement. In response, the IDF and Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) carried out targeted strikes across the Gaza Strip against Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives.
Those eliminated included Muhammad Hamed Muhammad Khuli, commander of Hamas’ Central Camps Operations Department and a long-time leader involved in brigade preparations ahead of the October 7 massacre, who was also responsible for overseeing the 1995 Nahal Oz roadblock attack. Also eliminated were Ashraf Adnan Muhammad al-Khatib, commander of Islamic Jihad’s Rocket and Missile Array in the Central Camps area, and Saeed Khaled Ali Abd al-Rahman, head of sniping in Hamas’ Deir al-Balah Battalion within the Central Camps Brigade.
🎯 ADDITIONAL STRIKE TARGETED ATTEMPT TO REESTABLISH TERROR INFRASTRUCTURE: In a separate strike, the IDF eliminated two Hamas operatives who were attempting to reestablish terror infrastructure sites. The operations degraded Hamas’ ability to plan attacks and threaten IDF forces deployed in the area under the ceasefire agreement.
🪖 16TH BRIGADE COMPLETES MONTH-LONG MISSION IN NORTHERN GAZA: Troops from the IDF’s 16th Brigade, operating under the 252nd Division, completed their sixth combat rotation and a month-long mission east of the Yellow Line in northern Gaza and have concluded their operations in the area. The brigade will be replaced by troops from the 3rd Brigade.
During the mission, the 16th Brigade, in coordination with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites above and below ground, including weapons, tunnel shafts, and underground tunnel routes used by terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip. The forces also eliminated dozens of terrorists who posed an immediate threat.
⚠️ TWO DRONES SMUGGLING WEAPONS INTO ISRAEL THWARTED: IDF field observers and the Aerial Defense Array identified two drones that crossed from the west into Israeli territory in an attempt to smuggle weapons. IDF troops arrived in the area and thwarted the drones, which were carrying six M-16 rifles, and the weapons were transferred to the Israel Police for further processing.
❌ AL-MUGHAYYIR INCIDENT IN JUDEA AND SAMARIA FOLLOWING DELAYED REPORT: IDF soldiers were dispatched to the Al-Mughayyir area following a report received with a delay regarding terrorists who hurled stones toward Israelis, set tires on fire, and blocked access routes to the area. Upon arrival, dozens of terrorists were identified hurling stones, and one terrorist was identified running toward the soldiers while holding a rock, posing an imminent threat.
The soldiers fired warning shots into the air and then fired to eliminate the terrorist. Forces are continuing searches and establishing roadblocks in the Al-Mughayyir area to locate additional suspects involved in the incident.
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🕑 January 17, 2026 | 11:30 PM
🎯 TARGETED STRIKES IN GAZA FOLLOWING CEASEFIRE VIOLATION
Earlier this week in western Rafah, armed terrorists fired at an armored IDF vehicle in a violation of the ceasefire agreement. In response, the IDF and Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) carried out targeted strikes across the Gaza Strip against Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives.
Those eliminated included Muhammad Hamed Muhammad Khuli, commander of Hamas’ Central Camps Operations Department and a long-time leader involved in brigade preparations ahead of the October 7 massacre, who was also responsible for overseeing the 1995 Nahal Oz roadblock attack. Also eliminated were Ashraf Adnan Muhammad al-Khatib, commander of Islamic Jihad’s Rocket and Missile Array in the Central Camps area, and Saeed Khaled Ali Abd al-Rahman, head of sniping in Hamas’ Deir al-Balah Battalion within the Central Camps Brigade.
🎯 ADDITIONAL STRIKE TARGETED ATTEMPT TO REESTABLISH TERROR INFRASTRUCTURE: In a separate strike, the IDF eliminated two Hamas operatives who were attempting to reestablish terror infrastructure sites. The operations degraded Hamas’ ability to plan attacks and threaten IDF forces deployed in the area under the ceasefire agreement.
🪖 16TH BRIGADE COMPLETES MONTH-LONG MISSION IN NORTHERN GAZA: Troops from the IDF’s 16th Brigade, operating under the 252nd Division, completed their sixth combat rotation and a month-long mission east of the Yellow Line in northern Gaza and have concluded their operations in the area. The brigade will be replaced by troops from the 3rd Brigade.
During the mission, the 16th Brigade, in coordination with the Yahalom Unit, dismantled hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites above and below ground, including weapons, tunnel shafts, and underground tunnel routes used by terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip. The forces also eliminated dozens of terrorists who posed an immediate threat.
⚠️ TWO DRONES SMUGGLING WEAPONS INTO ISRAEL THWARTED: IDF field observers and the Aerial Defense Array identified two drones that crossed from the west into Israeli territory in an attempt to smuggle weapons. IDF troops arrived in the area and thwarted the drones, which were carrying six M-16 rifles, and the weapons were transferred to the Israel Police for further processing.
❌ AL-MUGHAYYIR INCIDENT IN JUDEA AND SAMARIA FOLLOWING DELAYED REPORT: IDF soldiers were dispatched to the Al-Mughayyir area following a report received with a delay regarding terrorists who hurled stones toward Israelis, set tires on fire, and blocked access routes to the area. Upon arrival, dozens of terrorists were identified hurling stones, and one terrorist was identified running toward the soldiers while holding a rock, posing an imminent threat.
The soldiers fired warning shots into the air and then fired to eliminate the terrorist. Forces are continuing searches and establishing roadblocks in the Al-Mughayyir area to locate additional suspects involved in the incident.
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🛡️ U.S. AND ISRAEL POSITION MILITARY ASSETS AND MAINTAIN HIGH READINESS AS DIPLOMACY STALLS AND PREPARATIONS ADVANCE FOR POTENTIAL STRIKES ON IRAN
🕑 January 18, 2026 | 9:00 PM
🔶 U.S.-IRAN NEGOTIATIONS AND MILITARY POSTURE: Intelligence sources say U.S. negotiations with Iran are not progressing well. Diplomacy is continuing while military preparations move forward. As of now, there is no indication of an imminent U.S. strike after plans were called off on January 14. Officials assess President Trump is likely to wait until required military assets are fully in place.
🕞PLANNED STRIKES AND DECISION TIMING: At the Pentagon on Wednesday, aides to senior leaders were prepared to stay late into the night in anticipation of U.S. strikes against Iran. At around 3:30 PM, they were told they could go home as normal. Officials told The Washington Post that the President will have another opportunity to sign off on strikes in the next two to three weeks, once U.S. military assets moving toward the region are fully positioned, helping address Israel’s concerns about its own protection. This also confirms that strikes were planned for January 14, as previously reported. On Wednesday, President Trump’s senior security advisers were confident he was close to ordering an attack on Iran.
🇮🇱 ISRAELI ASSESSMENTS AND COORDINATION WITH WASHINGTON: Israel sees a historic opportunity to change the regime in Iran and believes it is necessary to prepare thoroughly for a strike that could lead to the overthrow of the Islamic Republic. Israeli officials warn that a poorly prepared operation would harm U.S. and Israeli interests in the region. Prime Minister Netanyahu requested that an operation against Iran be postponed. Israeli estimates suggest the United States has not backed down from attacking Iran but is waiting for the right moment. Senior American officials told Israel’s Channel 12, “The attack [on Iran] will happen, it’s only a matter of time. The United States is preparing for action.” President Trump told Prime Minister Netanyahu that Israel must be prepared to pay the price for an Iranian response.
⚠️ U.S. FORCE POSTURE IN THE REGION
Estimates indicate the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East is expected to reach its peak within one week. The United States has begun redeploying offensive and defensive weapons to the region in case President Trump orders a strike on Iran.
‼️ IDF READINESS AND AIR DEFENSE PREPARATIONS: The IDF has decided to maintain heightened readiness. It is continuing preparations for a prolonged period of increased air defense posture.
♟️ KEY U.S. DEPLOYMENTS: The aircraft carrier strike group USS Abraham Lincoln is being deployed to the region, alongside additional air defense systems, fighter jets, and possibly submarines. Four U.S. Air Force C-17A cargo aircraft flew from Europe to Diego Garcia Air Base, a key U.S. facility in the Indian Ocean positioned strategically in relation to Iran.
♟️ ALLIED MOVEMENTS: British, French, and German forces have been observed deploying Eurofighter jets to RAF Akrotiri Air Base in Cyprus and to Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
⚠️ ISRAELI ASSESSMENT: Israeli officials still believe the United States may strike Iran in the coming days.
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🕑 January 18, 2026 | 9:00 PM
🔶 U.S.-IRAN NEGOTIATIONS AND MILITARY POSTURE: Intelligence sources say U.S. negotiations with Iran are not progressing well. Diplomacy is continuing while military preparations move forward. As of now, there is no indication of an imminent U.S. strike after plans were called off on January 14. Officials assess President Trump is likely to wait until required military assets are fully in place.
🕞PLANNED STRIKES AND DECISION TIMING: At the Pentagon on Wednesday, aides to senior leaders were prepared to stay late into the night in anticipation of U.S. strikes against Iran. At around 3:30 PM, they were told they could go home as normal. Officials told The Washington Post that the President will have another opportunity to sign off on strikes in the next two to three weeks, once U.S. military assets moving toward the region are fully positioned, helping address Israel’s concerns about its own protection. This also confirms that strikes were planned for January 14, as previously reported. On Wednesday, President Trump’s senior security advisers were confident he was close to ordering an attack on Iran.
🇮🇱 ISRAELI ASSESSMENTS AND COORDINATION WITH WASHINGTON: Israel sees a historic opportunity to change the regime in Iran and believes it is necessary to prepare thoroughly for a strike that could lead to the overthrow of the Islamic Republic. Israeli officials warn that a poorly prepared operation would harm U.S. and Israeli interests in the region. Prime Minister Netanyahu requested that an operation against Iran be postponed. Israeli estimates suggest the United States has not backed down from attacking Iran but is waiting for the right moment. Senior American officials told Israel’s Channel 12, “The attack [on Iran] will happen, it’s only a matter of time. The United States is preparing for action.” President Trump told Prime Minister Netanyahu that Israel must be prepared to pay the price for an Iranian response.
⚠️ U.S. FORCE POSTURE IN THE REGION
Estimates indicate the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East is expected to reach its peak within one week. The United States has begun redeploying offensive and defensive weapons to the region in case President Trump orders a strike on Iran.
‼️ IDF READINESS AND AIR DEFENSE PREPARATIONS: The IDF has decided to maintain heightened readiness. It is continuing preparations for a prolonged period of increased air defense posture.
♟️ KEY U.S. DEPLOYMENTS: The aircraft carrier strike group USS Abraham Lincoln is being deployed to the region, alongside additional air defense systems, fighter jets, and possibly submarines. Four U.S. Air Force C-17A cargo aircraft flew from Europe to Diego Garcia Air Base, a key U.S. facility in the Indian Ocean positioned strategically in relation to Iran.
♟️ ALLIED MOVEMENTS: British, French, and German forces have been observed deploying Eurofighter jets to RAF Akrotiri Air Base in Cyprus and to Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
⚠️ ISRAELI ASSESSMENT: Israeli officials still believe the United States may strike Iran in the coming days.
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⚠️ AIRSPACE WARNINGS, MILITARY ASSET MOVEMENTS, AND DEFENSE READINESS SIGNAL HEIGHTENED IRAN-RELATED TENSIONS ACROSS REGION
🕑 January 18, 2026 | 9:30 AM
✈️ AVIATION SAFETY AND FLIGHT DISRUPTIONS: The European Aviation Safety Agency has advised airlines to avoid operating in Iranian airspace due to heightened alert levels of Iran’s air defense forces and an increased risk of misidentification within Tehran’s flight information region.
Separately, the Lufthansa Group extended the cancellation of overnight flights to and from Israel through January 31, citing the tense regional security situation and concerns over potential escalation involving Iran.
⚠️ IRANIAN WARNING TO THE UNITED STATES: Iran’s Foreign Ministry rejected U.S. State Department claims that Tehran is preparing options to strike American bases, calling the allegations part of escalating tensions. “The U.S. State Department's allegations that we are preparing options to strike American bases are part of escalating tensions. Tehran will respond forcefully to any hostile action, and our forces are determined to maintain and develop their defensive capabilities.”
🛫 U.S. AND ALLIED BASE POSTURE ADJUSTMENTS: The United States and Saudi Arabia have evacuated non-essential aircraft from Prince Sultan Air Base in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
At Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, bombers and strategic aircraft have been withdrawn from the facility.
🇮🇱 ISRAELI AIR FORCE FORCE-BUILDING: Israel is set to receive three additional F-35I Adir stealth fighter jets at Nevatim Air Base today. The delivery will increase the Israeli Air Force’s F-35 fleet to 48 aircraft, as part of a long-term plan to expand the force to 75 jets.
⚖️ IRANIAN EXECUTIONS AND DIPLOMATIC MESSAGING: That posture changed when envoy Steve Witkoff told President Trump that Iran had canceled the executions of 800 people after receiving text messages from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqhchi. President Trump said, “The best decision Khamenei has made in his life was not to carry out the 800 planned executions.” Despite regime denials, reports now say Arfan Soltani, described as the first detained protester, was executed on January 13 as scheduled. Since then, authorities have reportedly blocked his family from visiting him and provided no information on his whereabouts, raising concerns the regime is concealing the execution to avoid international backlash.
❌ ARGENTINA DESIGNATES IRGC QUDS FORCE AS TERRORIST ORGANIZATION: Argentina has designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force as a terrorist organization. “The Quds Force is a division of the IRGC, specializing in training for carrying out terrorist attacks in other countries. The Argentine Republic was a victim of its operations in the 1990s through the attacks on the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires in 1992 and the AMIA Jewish community center in 1994,” according to the decree signed by Argentine President Javier Milei.
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🕑 January 18, 2026 | 9:30 AM
✈️ AVIATION SAFETY AND FLIGHT DISRUPTIONS: The European Aviation Safety Agency has advised airlines to avoid operating in Iranian airspace due to heightened alert levels of Iran’s air defense forces and an increased risk of misidentification within Tehran’s flight information region.
Separately, the Lufthansa Group extended the cancellation of overnight flights to and from Israel through January 31, citing the tense regional security situation and concerns over potential escalation involving Iran.
⚠️ IRANIAN WARNING TO THE UNITED STATES: Iran’s Foreign Ministry rejected U.S. State Department claims that Tehran is preparing options to strike American bases, calling the allegations part of escalating tensions. “The U.S. State Department's allegations that we are preparing options to strike American bases are part of escalating tensions. Tehran will respond forcefully to any hostile action, and our forces are determined to maintain and develop their defensive capabilities.”
🛫 U.S. AND ALLIED BASE POSTURE ADJUSTMENTS: The United States and Saudi Arabia have evacuated non-essential aircraft from Prince Sultan Air Base in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
At Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, bombers and strategic aircraft have been withdrawn from the facility.
🇮🇱 ISRAELI AIR FORCE FORCE-BUILDING: Israel is set to receive three additional F-35I Adir stealth fighter jets at Nevatim Air Base today. The delivery will increase the Israeli Air Force’s F-35 fleet to 48 aircraft, as part of a long-term plan to expand the force to 75 jets.
⚖️ IRANIAN EXECUTIONS AND DIPLOMATIC MESSAGING: That posture changed when envoy Steve Witkoff told President Trump that Iran had canceled the executions of 800 people after receiving text messages from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqhchi. President Trump said, “The best decision Khamenei has made in his life was not to carry out the 800 planned executions.” Despite regime denials, reports now say Arfan Soltani, described as the first detained protester, was executed on January 13 as scheduled. Since then, authorities have reportedly blocked his family from visiting him and provided no information on his whereabouts, raising concerns the regime is concealing the execution to avoid international backlash.
❌ ARGENTINA DESIGNATES IRGC QUDS FORCE AS TERRORIST ORGANIZATION: Argentina has designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force as a terrorist organization. “The Quds Force is a division of the IRGC, specializing in training for carrying out terrorist attacks in other countries. The Argentine Republic was a victim of its operations in the 1990s through the attacks on the Israeli Embassy in Buenos Aires in 1992 and the AMIA Jewish community center in 1994,” according to the decree signed by Argentine President Javier Milei.
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🏡 DREAM RAFFLE — JERUSALEM HOME DRAW ENTERS FINAL STRETCH
As the new week begins, the Dream Raffle is now in its final phase, with the main Jerusalem home draw approaching and the last bonus raffle window closing soon.
This is the core draw itself — not a holiday promotion or early phase.
👉 Official entry link:
https://xt513.isrefer.com/go/raffle2025/best
🎟️ What’s at stake
One winner will receive a fully furnished, move-in-ready $1.2M apartment in Jerusalem — modern, professionally designed, and ready for immediate use.
This is not a cash substitute or conceptual prize. It is a real home, with full specifications and documentation available on the official site.
📅 Key timing update
• The Jerusalem home draw is approaching
• The final $15,000 bonus raffle closes on February 2
• No additional discounts are running at this stage
• As the calendar advances, the remaining entry window naturally narrows
👥 How people participate
Some enter with a single ticket. Others choose multiple entries — or share the opportunity with family or friends so no one misses the final window.
🌍 Why people participate
• A once-in-a-lifetime chance at a Jerusalem home
• A long-running raffle with published past winners
• Secure payments, confirmed entries, and transparent operations
• A real draw that happens once per year
Many people follow from the sidelines.
Others decide to be in.
👉 Full details and official entry:
https://xt513.isrefer.com/go/raffle2025/best
Shared as a new-week update for those who asked — and for anyone who wanted a clear, factual snapshot as the draw approaches.
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As the new week begins, the Dream Raffle is now in its final phase, with the main Jerusalem home draw approaching and the last bonus raffle window closing soon.
This is the core draw itself — not a holiday promotion or early phase.
👉 Official entry link:
https://xt513.isrefer.com/go/raffle2025/best
🎟️ What’s at stake
One winner will receive a fully furnished, move-in-ready $1.2M apartment in Jerusalem — modern, professionally designed, and ready for immediate use.
This is not a cash substitute or conceptual prize. It is a real home, with full specifications and documentation available on the official site.
📅 Key timing update
• The Jerusalem home draw is approaching
• The final $15,000 bonus raffle closes on February 2
• No additional discounts are running at this stage
• As the calendar advances, the remaining entry window naturally narrows
👥 How people participate
Some enter with a single ticket. Others choose multiple entries — or share the opportunity with family or friends so no one misses the final window.
🌍 Why people participate
• A once-in-a-lifetime chance at a Jerusalem home
• A long-running raffle with published past winners
• Secure payments, confirmed entries, and transparent operations
• A real draw that happens once per year
Many people follow from the sidelines.
Others decide to be in.
👉 Full details and official entry:
https://xt513.isrefer.com/go/raffle2025/best
Shared as a new-week update for those who asked — and for anyone who wanted a clear, factual snapshot as the draw approaches.
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🛡️ U.S. REPOSITIONS CARRIER AND AIR ASSETS AS CENTCOM SHIFTS TO 24/7 SUPPORT AMID IRAN TENSIONS, WHILE ISRAEL REPORTS IRAN ESPIONAGE ARREST, OPERATIONS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON
🕑 January 18, 2026 | 4:00 PM
🎯 IDF OPERATIONS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON: Troops from the Multi-Dimensional Unit, operating under the 91st Division, completed a two-month mission in southern Lebanon aimed at preventing Hezbollah entrenchment in the area. The unit focused on intelligence collection, locating enemy infrastructure, directing fire, and assisting ground and aerial forces in dismantling Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure and neutralizing operatives.
🔶 U.S. NAVAL MOVEMENT The USS: Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) has been detected with AIS active as it prepares to enter and transit the Strait of Malacca. The carrier is expected to proceed into the Bay of Bengal and onward to the Indian Ocean.
🔶 U.S. AIR FORCE DEPLOYMENTS: An ongoing U.S. Air Force transport mission is moving fast air assets toward the Middle East. Four KC-135R aerial refueling tankers have been observed deploying from the United Kingdom.
🔶 FORWARD FIGHTER POSITIONING: Reports indicate that approximately twelve F-15 fighter aircraft are being transferred from RAF Lakenheath toward Jordan. This forward deployment places U.S. fighter aircraft within operational range of Iran, Syria, and Iraq.
🔶 COORDINATED FORCE MOVEMENT: These movements reflect a visible repositioning of U.S. military assets across the Middle East and the Indian Ocean region. The carrier and air deployments appear designed for deterrent signaling while preserving operational flexibility.
⚠️ U.S. MILITARY READINESS LINKED TO IRAN: U.S. Central Command has been directed to prepare for providing major operational support 24/7 over the next month amid rising tensions related to Iran.
🔶 IRAN PROTESTS AND REGIME RESPONSE: An Iranian source told Reuters: "At least 5,000 have been killed in protests in the country, some of the fiercest clashes occurred in the Kurdish regions in northwestern Iran". Iran’s Chief Prosecutor Ali Salehi dismissed U.S. President Trump's claim that 800 executions in Iran were canceled, calling Trump's remarks "useless and baseless nonsense" and saying Iran’s judicial response to protest-related cases would be "decisive, deterrent, and swift".
❌ SHIN BET ARRESTS SUSPECTED IRANIAN SPY: The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) arrested a Haredi yeshiva student in Modi'in Illit on suspicion of spying for Iran.
🔶 NETANYAHU MEETS SENATOR GRAHAM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Senator Lindsey Graham, who is pushing for the overthrow of the Iranian regime.
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🕑 January 18, 2026 | 4:00 PM
🎯 IDF OPERATIONS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON: Troops from the Multi-Dimensional Unit, operating under the 91st Division, completed a two-month mission in southern Lebanon aimed at preventing Hezbollah entrenchment in the area. The unit focused on intelligence collection, locating enemy infrastructure, directing fire, and assisting ground and aerial forces in dismantling Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure and neutralizing operatives.
🔶 U.S. NAVAL MOVEMENT The USS: Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) has been detected with AIS active as it prepares to enter and transit the Strait of Malacca. The carrier is expected to proceed into the Bay of Bengal and onward to the Indian Ocean.
🔶 U.S. AIR FORCE DEPLOYMENTS: An ongoing U.S. Air Force transport mission is moving fast air assets toward the Middle East. Four KC-135R aerial refueling tankers have been observed deploying from the United Kingdom.
🔶 FORWARD FIGHTER POSITIONING: Reports indicate that approximately twelve F-15 fighter aircraft are being transferred from RAF Lakenheath toward Jordan. This forward deployment places U.S. fighter aircraft within operational range of Iran, Syria, and Iraq.
🔶 COORDINATED FORCE MOVEMENT: These movements reflect a visible repositioning of U.S. military assets across the Middle East and the Indian Ocean region. The carrier and air deployments appear designed for deterrent signaling while preserving operational flexibility.
⚠️ U.S. MILITARY READINESS LINKED TO IRAN: U.S. Central Command has been directed to prepare for providing major operational support 24/7 over the next month amid rising tensions related to Iran.
🔶 IRAN PROTESTS AND REGIME RESPONSE: An Iranian source told Reuters: "At least 5,000 have been killed in protests in the country, some of the fiercest clashes occurred in the Kurdish regions in northwestern Iran". Iran’s Chief Prosecutor Ali Salehi dismissed U.S. President Trump's claim that 800 executions in Iran were canceled, calling Trump's remarks "useless and baseless nonsense" and saying Iran’s judicial response to protest-related cases would be "decisive, deterrent, and swift".
❌ SHIN BET ARRESTS SUSPECTED IRANIAN SPY: The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) arrested a Haredi yeshiva student in Modi'in Illit on suspicion of spying for Iran.
🔶 NETANYAHU MEETS SENATOR GRAHAM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Senator Lindsey Graham, who is pushing for the overthrow of the Iranian regime.
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🛡️ U.S. POSITIONS F-15s IN JORDAN AS IRAN ISSUES WAR WARNING; ISRAEL SETS 2026 RESERVE COMPENSATION FRAMEWORK AMID SHARP GAZA POLICY CLASH AND BUDGET–DRAFT SHOWDOWN
🕑 January 18, 26 | 6:30 PM
♟️ U.S. MILITARY POSITIONING: Intelligence sources report that a total of 18 F-15 fighter jets are slated to be stationed in Jordan, with six already there. The aircraft being transferred to the Middle East briefly appeared on public flight-tracking platforms. Sources described the brief visibility as a psychological warfare maneuver.
⚠️ IRAN MESSAGE TO PRESIDENT TRUMP: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a direct message warning that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be treated as all-out war. He said economic hardship in Iran is largely driven by what he described as longstanding hostility and sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies. He added that aggression against the Supreme Leader would be considered war against the Iranian nation.
🪖 ISRAEL RESERVE SERVICE COMPENSATION FRAMEWORK: The Ministerial Committee on Reserve Service, chaired by Defense Minister Israel Katz, approved the principles of a NIS 6.2 billion compensation and recognition framework for Israel’s reserve forces for 2026. The committee reviewed reserve activity and readiness over the past two years and examined implementation of four government decisions adopted since October 7. A formal government decision based on these principles is expected to be brought to the cabinet for approval in the coming week.
Under an agreement between the defense and finance ministers, reserve service in 2026 will average 40,000 reserve days per day—a one-third reduction compared to 2025—while existing benefits are preserved, with combat soldiers and commanders prioritized. For the first time, the IDF will introduce a differential model dividing reservists into six activity tiers, with benefits tied to the nature of service. Developed jointly by the Defense and Finance Ministries, the framework builds on government decisions since October 2023 totaling about NIS 20 billion and aims to sustain operational readiness while strengthening the economic, family, and mental resilience of reservists, with additional tailored support still under development.
❗️ POLITICAL CLASH OVER GAZA’S FUTURE: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said: “The original sin is the Prime Minister’s unwillingness to take responsibility for Gaza — to establish a military administration there, encourage emigration and settlement, and thus ensure Israel’s security for many years to come. This refusal created the need for strange constructions to manage civilian life in Gaza that are neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority. But even under that assumption, there must be red lines: The countries that kept Hamas alive cannot be the ones to replace it. Those that support it and continue to host it even now will not be given a foothold in Gaza. Period. Our brave fighters did not risk their lives in a tremendous national mobilization just to swap one bad option for another.”
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said: “Bringing Qatar and Turkey into the Gaza Strip is a reward for Hamas for the October 7 massacre and a danger to Israel’s security. The government of chaos has relinquished Israel’s sovereignty.”
⚖️ BUDGET, CONSCRIPTION, AND COALITION PRESSURE: Due to the position of the Knesset’s legal adviser, the Knesset will be required to vote this week on the state budget and the Arrangements Law in their first reading if it wishes to complete the budget’s passage by the end of March. The Cabinet Secretary told ministers that discussions on the conscription law will conclude in two weeks, and the government plans to tell the ultra-Orthodox that the military draft is approaching while asking them to support the budget and the Arrangements Law in the meantime. In the background, Degel HaTorah has warned Agudat Yisrael that if it fully opposes the draft, it will run separately. If the budget is not passed by March, the Knesset will dissolve and new elections will be held.
🕑 January 18, 26 | 6:30 PM
♟️ U.S. MILITARY POSITIONING: Intelligence sources report that a total of 18 F-15 fighter jets are slated to be stationed in Jordan, with six already there. The aircraft being transferred to the Middle East briefly appeared on public flight-tracking platforms. Sources described the brief visibility as a psychological warfare maneuver.
⚠️ IRAN MESSAGE TO PRESIDENT TRUMP: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a direct message warning that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be treated as all-out war. He said economic hardship in Iran is largely driven by what he described as longstanding hostility and sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies. He added that aggression against the Supreme Leader would be considered war against the Iranian nation.
🪖 ISRAEL RESERVE SERVICE COMPENSATION FRAMEWORK: The Ministerial Committee on Reserve Service, chaired by Defense Minister Israel Katz, approved the principles of a NIS 6.2 billion compensation and recognition framework for Israel’s reserve forces for 2026. The committee reviewed reserve activity and readiness over the past two years and examined implementation of four government decisions adopted since October 7. A formal government decision based on these principles is expected to be brought to the cabinet for approval in the coming week.
Under an agreement between the defense and finance ministers, reserve service in 2026 will average 40,000 reserve days per day—a one-third reduction compared to 2025—while existing benefits are preserved, with combat soldiers and commanders prioritized. For the first time, the IDF will introduce a differential model dividing reservists into six activity tiers, with benefits tied to the nature of service. Developed jointly by the Defense and Finance Ministries, the framework builds on government decisions since October 2023 totaling about NIS 20 billion and aims to sustain operational readiness while strengthening the economic, family, and mental resilience of reservists, with additional tailored support still under development.
❗️ POLITICAL CLASH OVER GAZA’S FUTURE: Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said: “The original sin is the Prime Minister’s unwillingness to take responsibility for Gaza — to establish a military administration there, encourage emigration and settlement, and thus ensure Israel’s security for many years to come. This refusal created the need for strange constructions to manage civilian life in Gaza that are neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority. But even under that assumption, there must be red lines: The countries that kept Hamas alive cannot be the ones to replace it. Those that support it and continue to host it even now will not be given a foothold in Gaza. Period. Our brave fighters did not risk their lives in a tremendous national mobilization just to swap one bad option for another.”
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said: “Bringing Qatar and Turkey into the Gaza Strip is a reward for Hamas for the October 7 massacre and a danger to Israel’s security. The government of chaos has relinquished Israel’s sovereignty.”
⚖️ BUDGET, CONSCRIPTION, AND COALITION PRESSURE: Due to the position of the Knesset’s legal adviser, the Knesset will be required to vote this week on the state budget and the Arrangements Law in their first reading if it wishes to complete the budget’s passage by the end of March. The Cabinet Secretary told ministers that discussions on the conscription law will conclude in two weeks, and the government plans to tell the ultra-Orthodox that the military draft is approaching while asking them to support the budget and the Arrangements Law in the meantime. In the background, Degel HaTorah has warned Agudat Yisrael that if it fully opposes the draft, it will run separately. If the budget is not passed by March, the Knesset will dissolve and new elections will be held.
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⚠️ ISRAEL HOLDS URGENT IRAN-FOCUSED SECURITY CABINET AS NEW F-35I JETS ARRIVE, UNUSUAL AIR ACTIVITY REPORTED, AND U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFT LANDS IN ISRAEL
🕑 January 18, 2026 | 08:30 PM
⚠️ SECURITY CABINET: Prime Minister Netanyahu convened and concluded a special, urgent security cabinet discussion focused on the Iranian issue. The meeting was described as dramatic.
🔹 DEFENSE MINISTER TRAVEL: Amid tensions with Iran, Defense Minister Israel Katz is scheduled to depart Israel tomorrow for a several-day official visit to Greece.
🔹 U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFT A U.S. Navy KC-130J Hercules cargo aircraft, callsign RANGR93, departed Gdańsk, Poland and was tracked en route to Israel before landing at Ben Gurion Airport, according to flight-tracking data. The aircraft is believed to be transporting military equipment, though no official details have been released and any link to Iran-related preparations remains unconfirmed.
🔹 ISRAELI AIR FORCE: Three new F-35I “Adir” fighter jets landed earlier today at Nevatim Airbase, according to the IDF. They will join the 166th and 140th squadrons, bringing the Israeli Air Force’s F-35 fleet to 48 jets out of an initial order of 50, with an additional 25 ordered in 2024.
🔹 AIR ACTIVITY OVER CENTRAL ISRAEL: Local reports cited unusual jet activity earlier over Tel Aviv and surrounding areas, including low-flying aircraft. No official explanation has been issued.
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⚠️ SECURITY CABINET: Prime Minister Netanyahu convened and concluded a special, urgent security cabinet discussion focused on the Iranian issue. The meeting was described as dramatic.
🔹 DEFENSE MINISTER TRAVEL: Amid tensions with Iran, Defense Minister Israel Katz is scheduled to depart Israel tomorrow for a several-day official visit to Greece.
🔹 U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFT A U.S. Navy KC-130J Hercules cargo aircraft, callsign RANGR93, departed Gdańsk, Poland and was tracked en route to Israel before landing at Ben Gurion Airport, according to flight-tracking data. The aircraft is believed to be transporting military equipment, though no official details have been released and any link to Iran-related preparations remains unconfirmed.
🔹 ISRAELI AIR FORCE: Three new F-35I “Adir” fighter jets landed earlier today at Nevatim Airbase, according to the IDF. They will join the 166th and 140th squadrons, bringing the Israeli Air Force’s F-35 fleet to 48 jets out of an initial order of 50, with an additional 25 ordered in 2024.
🔹 AIR ACTIVITY OVER CENTRAL ISRAEL: Local reports cited unusual jet activity earlier over Tel Aviv and surrounding areas, including low-flying aircraft. No official explanation has been issued.
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🛡️ IDF ENDS LEBANON BORDER INCIDENT AS ISRAEL AND U.S. REINFORCE AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSES AMID IRAN ATTACK SCENARIOS AND REPORTS OF IRANIAN AIR DEFENSE UPGRADES
🕑 January 18, 2026 | 11:45 PM
🪖 LEBANON BORDER INCIDENT ENDS: IDF troops were dispatched to the Lebanon border in the Western Galilee after a suspect was identified on the Lebanese side of the fence. The IDF said forces maintained continuous surveillance, while a tank and a helicopter opened fire in the area to “remove the threat.” The military said the incident ended after the suspect withdrew northward away from the border, and troops remained in contact with local Israeli authorities.
❗️ IRANIAN STATE BROADCASTER HACKED: Iranian state media, IRIB, was hacked and broadcasts were reportedly interrupted and replaced with footage of recent protests and a video message by Reza Pahlavi. Opposition channels said the breach lasted about 10 minutes and included speeches and protest videos.
⚠️ IDF REVIEWS RESPONSE SCENARIOS FOR POSSIBLE IRAN ATTACK: IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir discussed potential scenarios for an Israeli response to a possible Iranian attack at the Air Force headquarters.
🎯 ISRAEL AND U.S. REINFORCE AIR DEFENSE POSTURE: Boaz Levy, President of Israel Aerospace Industries: “There are enough Hetz [Arrow air defense] missiles to intercept Iranian missiles. Production of the Hetz has been running around the clock. Our interceptors are designed to destroy incoming missiles, 90 per cent were intercepted during the last clash [in June 2024, with Iran].” Israel is reinforcing its air defense posture amid rising concerns over a potential escalation with Iran, including the arrival of three additional Israeli F-35 “Adir” fighter jets at Nevatim Air Base.
The United States has begun deploying additional air-defense assets to Israel, supplementing systems already in place since late 2024. These include THAAD batteries, Patriot (PAC-3) systems, and U.S.-owned Iron Dome interceptors transferred to reinforce Israel’s stockpiles against rockets and UAVs. THAAD operates using a hit-to-kill mechanism and each battery is operated by roughly 100 U.S. troops, creating a direct American military presence on Israeli soil.
The U.S. systems are designed to complement, not replace, Israel’s Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 missile defense layers, allowing more efficient use of interceptor inventories. Some details are based on official reporting, while other indications are based on observations of U.S. heavy transport aircraft, including C-5 Galaxy planes, landing at Nevatim Air Base.
⚠️ REPORTS: IRAN RECEIVES ADVANCED AIR DEFENSE SYSTEMS: Reports say Iran has received additional advanced air-defense systems, including China’s HQ-9B surface-to-air missile system and Russia’s S-400, after Iran failed to defend its airspace during the so-called “Twelve-Day War.” Analysts assess this reinforcement would complicate any future strike aimed at Iranian leadership or strategic assets.
The HQ-9B is reported to have a 250–300 km operational range, a flight ceiling of around 50 km, speeds exceeding Mach 4, and a dedicated radar that guides missiles to their targets. Experts believe Iran’s ability to deter or challenge a potential U.S. attack has improved following the system’s arrival.
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🕑 January 18, 2026 | 11:45 PM
🪖 LEBANON BORDER INCIDENT ENDS: IDF troops were dispatched to the Lebanon border in the Western Galilee after a suspect was identified on the Lebanese side of the fence. The IDF said forces maintained continuous surveillance, while a tank and a helicopter opened fire in the area to “remove the threat.” The military said the incident ended after the suspect withdrew northward away from the border, and troops remained in contact with local Israeli authorities.
❗️ IRANIAN STATE BROADCASTER HACKED: Iranian state media, IRIB, was hacked and broadcasts were reportedly interrupted and replaced with footage of recent protests and a video message by Reza Pahlavi. Opposition channels said the breach lasted about 10 minutes and included speeches and protest videos.
⚠️ IDF REVIEWS RESPONSE SCENARIOS FOR POSSIBLE IRAN ATTACK: IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir discussed potential scenarios for an Israeli response to a possible Iranian attack at the Air Force headquarters.
🎯 ISRAEL AND U.S. REINFORCE AIR DEFENSE POSTURE: Boaz Levy, President of Israel Aerospace Industries: “There are enough Hetz [Arrow air defense] missiles to intercept Iranian missiles. Production of the Hetz has been running around the clock. Our interceptors are designed to destroy incoming missiles, 90 per cent were intercepted during the last clash [in June 2024, with Iran].” Israel is reinforcing its air defense posture amid rising concerns over a potential escalation with Iran, including the arrival of three additional Israeli F-35 “Adir” fighter jets at Nevatim Air Base.
The United States has begun deploying additional air-defense assets to Israel, supplementing systems already in place since late 2024. These include THAAD batteries, Patriot (PAC-3) systems, and U.S.-owned Iron Dome interceptors transferred to reinforce Israel’s stockpiles against rockets and UAVs. THAAD operates using a hit-to-kill mechanism and each battery is operated by roughly 100 U.S. troops, creating a direct American military presence on Israeli soil.
The U.S. systems are designed to complement, not replace, Israel’s Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 missile defense layers, allowing more efficient use of interceptor inventories. Some details are based on official reporting, while other indications are based on observations of U.S. heavy transport aircraft, including C-5 Galaxy planes, landing at Nevatim Air Base.
⚠️ REPORTS: IRAN RECEIVES ADVANCED AIR DEFENSE SYSTEMS: Reports say Iran has received additional advanced air-defense systems, including China’s HQ-9B surface-to-air missile system and Russia’s S-400, after Iran failed to defend its airspace during the so-called “Twelve-Day War.” Analysts assess this reinforcement would complicate any future strike aimed at Iranian leadership or strategic assets.
The HQ-9B is reported to have a 250–300 km operational range, a flight ceiling of around 50 km, speeds exceeding Mach 4, and a dedicated radar that guides missiles to their targets. Experts believe Iran’s ability to deter or challenge a potential U.S. attack has improved following the system’s arrival.
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🛡️ IDF LAUNCHES MULTI-DAY COUNTERTERRORISM OPERATION IN HEBRON AS U.S. REASSESSES IRAN STRIKE TIMING AND REINFORCES REGIONAL MILITARY POSTURE
🕑 January 19, 2026 | 8:30 AM
❌ IDF OPERATION IN JUDEA AND SAMARIA: Overnight, Israeli security forces began a counterterrorism operation in the Jabal Johar area of Hebron focused on dismantling terror infrastructure, confiscating illegally held weapons, and strengthening security in the area.
The operation is expected to continue for several days. Explosions may be heard during the activity, and increased IDF troop movement is expected. Palestinian media reported road and traffic route blockages in southern Hebron beginning this morning.
🇺🇸 PRESIDENT TRUMP TRUTH SOCIAL POST: President Trump shared a post on his Truth Social platform quoting Marc Thiessen’s prediction that Trump would one day visit a “free Iran,” alongside a “free Havana” and a “free Caracas.”
The post was shared as a quote rather than a direct statement and did not reference imminent military action or specific operational steps.
♟️ U.S. DECISION ON IRAN STRIKE TIMING: According to American sources, President Trump’s decision to delay a strike on Iran was not related to interceptor shortages or concerns about a potential collapse of Israel’s air defense systems. Israel reportedly conveyed that the attack plan presented last week would not have brought about the regime’s downfall.
The United States is now re-engaging and, alongside military capabilities, is seeking to identify internal breaking points within the Iranian system.
🛩️ MILITARY AIRLIFT ACTIVITY IN THE REGION: Reports indicate that two additional C-17A transport aircraft departed from a UK Air Force base en route to an airbase in Jordan. This follows the arrival of 12 F-15E fighter aircraft in Jordan earlier yesterday.
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❌ IDF OPERATION IN JUDEA AND SAMARIA: Overnight, Israeli security forces began a counterterrorism operation in the Jabal Johar area of Hebron focused on dismantling terror infrastructure, confiscating illegally held weapons, and strengthening security in the area.
The operation is expected to continue for several days. Explosions may be heard during the activity, and increased IDF troop movement is expected. Palestinian media reported road and traffic route blockages in southern Hebron beginning this morning.
🇺🇸 PRESIDENT TRUMP TRUTH SOCIAL POST: President Trump shared a post on his Truth Social platform quoting Marc Thiessen’s prediction that Trump would one day visit a “free Iran,” alongside a “free Havana” and a “free Caracas.”
The post was shared as a quote rather than a direct statement and did not reference imminent military action or specific operational steps.
♟️ U.S. DECISION ON IRAN STRIKE TIMING: According to American sources, President Trump’s decision to delay a strike on Iran was not related to interceptor shortages or concerns about a potential collapse of Israel’s air defense systems. Israel reportedly conveyed that the attack plan presented last week would not have brought about the regime’s downfall.
The United States is now re-engaging and, alongside military capabilities, is seeking to identify internal breaking points within the Iranian system.
🛩️ MILITARY AIRLIFT ACTIVITY IN THE REGION: Reports indicate that two additional C-17A transport aircraft departed from a UK Air Force base en route to an airbase in Jordan. This follows the arrival of 12 F-15E fighter aircraft in Jordan earlier yesterday.
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🎯 IDF STRIKES HEZBOLLAH TARGETS IN SOUTHERN LEBANON AND ELIMINATES TERRORISTS NEAR TROOPS IN GAZA
🕑 January 19, 2026 | 12:30 PM
💥 SOUTHERN LEBANON STRIKES: In response to repeated violations of the ceasefire understandings, the IDF is striking Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. Targets included terror infrastructure across several areas, including military structures used for drills, training, and planning attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians.
The IDF also struck tunnel shafts used for weapons storage at multiple Hezbollah military sites, where terrorist activity was identified over the past few months. Several launch sites and additional military structures were struck for their role in advancing attacks against IDF forces and the State of Israel.
🎯 GAZA BORDER INCIDENTS: Yesterday in the southern Gaza Strip, IDF troops identified two terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the forces, posing an imminent threat. One terrorist was eliminated to remove the threat.
In a separate incident in the northern Gaza Strip, IDF troops identified three terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the forces, posing an imminent threat. The troops fired toward them and eliminated one terrorist to remove the threat.
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💥 SOUTHERN LEBANON STRIKES: In response to repeated violations of the ceasefire understandings, the IDF is striking Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon. Targets included terror infrastructure across several areas, including military structures used for drills, training, and planning attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians.
The IDF also struck tunnel shafts used for weapons storage at multiple Hezbollah military sites, where terrorist activity was identified over the past few months. Several launch sites and additional military structures were struck for their role in advancing attacks against IDF forces and the State of Israel.
🎯 GAZA BORDER INCIDENTS: Yesterday in the southern Gaza Strip, IDF troops identified two terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the forces, posing an imminent threat. One terrorist was eliminated to remove the threat.
In a separate incident in the northern Gaza Strip, IDF troops identified three terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line and approached the forces, posing an imminent threat. The troops fired toward them and eliminated one terrorist to remove the threat.
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🛡️ TRUMP SIGNALS LOWER U.S. RESTRAINT AS NETANYAHU ISSUES DIRECT WARNING TO IRAN, WITH WING OF ZION DEPARTURE REINFORCING DETERRENCE MESSAGING
🕑 January 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM
⚠️ PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU ON IRAN: “If Iran makes a mistake and attacks us, we will act against Iran with forces it has not yet experienced.”
🇮🇱 PRIME MINISTERIAL AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT: According to Flightradar24, the prime ministerial aircraft “Wing of Zion” departed Nevatim Air Base in southern Israel and exited Israeli airspace. The plane later landed at BGN Airport.
⚠️ IRANIAN REGIME WARNING TO RIOT PARTICIPANTS: The Chief of Iran’s Law Enforcement Forces stated: “Those who participated in the riots but were deceived have 3 days to turn themselves in. They will receive a significant reduction in their sentence.”
♟️President Trump wrote to the Prime Minister of Norway that he no longer feels obligated to think solely about peace. In the letter, he wrote: “Considering that your country has decided not to award me the Nobel Peace Prize — I no longer feel obligated to think solely about peace. Although it will always be dominant, now I can think about what is good and right for the United States. The world is not safe as long as we do not have complete control over Greenland.”
The message is being interpreted as signaling fewer self-imposed restraints on U.S. behavior, with direct implications for Iran. Under this reading, Tehran would assume a lower threshold for coercive measures, reduced patience for prolonged diplomacy, and greater willingness to enforce red lines through force if necessary.
The framing shifts from “peace” as the organizing principle to deterrence through strength and unpredictability.
Given President Trump’s first-term record of sudden and unconventional actions, this tone increases strategic uncertainty for Iran.
The practical effect described is heightened pressure rather than immediate war. Iran would need to reassess its proxy activity, defensive posture, and nuclear calculations under the assumption that U.S. restraint can no longer be taken for granted.
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🕑 January 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM
⚠️ PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU ON IRAN: “If Iran makes a mistake and attacks us, we will act against Iran with forces it has not yet experienced.”
🇮🇱 PRIME MINISTERIAL AIRCRAFT MOVEMENT: According to Flightradar24, the prime ministerial aircraft “Wing of Zion” departed Nevatim Air Base in southern Israel and exited Israeli airspace. The plane later landed at BGN Airport.
⚠️ IRANIAN REGIME WARNING TO RIOT PARTICIPANTS: The Chief of Iran’s Law Enforcement Forces stated: “Those who participated in the riots but were deceived have 3 days to turn themselves in. They will receive a significant reduction in their sentence.”
♟️President Trump wrote to the Prime Minister of Norway that he no longer feels obligated to think solely about peace. In the letter, he wrote: “Considering that your country has decided not to award me the Nobel Peace Prize — I no longer feel obligated to think solely about peace. Although it will always be dominant, now I can think about what is good and right for the United States. The world is not safe as long as we do not have complete control over Greenland.”
The message is being interpreted as signaling fewer self-imposed restraints on U.S. behavior, with direct implications for Iran. Under this reading, Tehran would assume a lower threshold for coercive measures, reduced patience for prolonged diplomacy, and greater willingness to enforce red lines through force if necessary.
The framing shifts from “peace” as the organizing principle to deterrence through strength and unpredictability.
Given President Trump’s first-term record of sudden and unconventional actions, this tone increases strategic uncertainty for Iran.
The practical effect described is heightened pressure rather than immediate war. Iran would need to reassess its proxy activity, defensive posture, and nuclear calculations under the assumption that U.S. restraint can no longer be taken for granted.
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