For the first time since Oct. 7, the IDF has returned rescue forces to a Gaza border symbol of heroism, setting up a large destruction site as it prepares for a possible new round with Iran, including mass-casualty, armed attack and cyber scenario

After a day of trial operations, the Rafah crossing is moving to regular activity: Egyptian media distributed footage of the first group entering Gaza; Palestinian Health Ministry: 'Crossing of patients will be carried out at this stage through Kerem Shalom' 

Amir, a protester at the scene, told TML that, despite state-run media claims, it is inconceivable that a preplanned, three-person armed group could have attacked a police station heavily staffed with armed personnel

A day after a senior Hezbollah air defense commander was killed, the IDF struck another operative involved in rebuilding military infrastructure in southern Lebanon, releasing evacuation warnings ahead of further strikes on Hezbollah-linked sites

A regional diplomat told Reuters Arab states including Qatar will join US-Iran talks Friday in Istanbul; as Iran demands a US pullback, Israel believes Trump is preparing for a strike, underscored by a US-Israel naval show of force in the Red Sea

Defrin made the remarks following the broadcast of a documentary on Channel 14 titled 'Equality or Burden – The Struggle Over the Character of the IDF,' which cast doubt on the contribution of women combat soldiers

As Trump threatens a strike if no deal is reached, Iranian officials vow a far deadlier retaliation than in the last conflict, saying any attack would ignite the region and leave no American interests safe