Stories from Israel

Dozens of participants are conducting a motor rally across Israel to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the victory. The route spans more than 500 kilometers from north to south. Participants are using cars and motorcycles decorated with Russian and Israeli flags and St.

An Israeli minister celebrated the approval of the death penalty for Palestinians.

Israel has detained approximately 175 people attempting to sail toward Gaza to breach the blockade of the Palestinian territory. Authorities illegally seized 22 boats during the operation. At least 21 activists are currently being held hostage, including 20 Turkish citizens. Italy's Prime Minister condemned the attack on the global flotilla in international waters, questioning the utility and motivations behind the action. The Global Sumut flotilla departed from Barcelona, Spain, on April 12 to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The vessel reached Sicily, Italy, on April 23 before the intervention occurred. The flotilla, containing 345 participants from 39 countries, was intercepted by Israel in international waters after a blockade began 56 miles west of Crete. Witnesses reported the presence of drones and seven warships during the intervention.

A study published by the British newspaper The Guardian reports that no Israeli soldiers have been judged for the murder of Palestinian civilians during a six-day period. The Israeli military's account of recent incidents differs from that of local residents.

An international aid fleet attempting to break a blockade was intercepted in international waters by Israel. The Israeli Navy intercepted the Freedom Flotilla while it was en route to Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid. Gideon Sa'ar stated that activists from the flotilla will be transferred to Greece following the interception. The mission included 22 Irish people, including Margaret Connolly, sister of the Irish president. The raid occurred near the Greek islands, according to reports. Small drones carrying several kilograms of explosives are proving difficult for the Israeli military to intercept. Researcher Yeho Shoukaliski of the Israel National Security Institute stated these drones fly at speeds between 150 and 200 km/h. The speed and size of the drones make interception by aircraft or helicopters highly complicated. The drones carry explosive charges weighing a few kilograms each.

Israel has forcibly transferred detainees from the 'Sumud' (Steadfastness) flotilla to the port of Ashdod. The number of activists detained by Israel from the Global Summit Flotilla has risen to 211, according to a statement from the flotilla organizers.

An Israeli minister celebrated the approval of the death penalty for Palestinians.

An Israeli plan reportedly anticipated a short 100-hour bombardment phase. The plan involved a three-phase operation intended to last no more than 10 days. This strategy aimed to avoid engaging the United States both financially and with soldiers.

Archaeologists in Ashkelon discovered over 100 infant remains within a Roman-era sewer system. Researchers noted an absence of disease markers, suggesting the deaths may have been intentional.

The Israeli military has accused Samoudi, a regular correspondent for internal media, of being linked to the Jihad terrorist group. The accusation follows the arrest of 175 flotilla participants.