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IDF Officer Indicted for Smuggling Goods into Gaza Strip

IDF Officer Indicted for Smuggling Goods into Gaza Strip

An IDF lieutenant has been indicted by the Military Prosecution for attempting to smuggle goods into the Gaza Strip. The officer, serving as a deputy company commander, faces charges including aiding the enemy, accepting bribes, and aggravated smuggling. The investigation, led by the Military Police's Special Investigations Unit, revealed that in September 2025, the officer planned to exploit his military role at the Kerem Shalom Crossing to facilitate the smuggling of a truck loaded with prohibited goods. The operation was intended to exchange the goods for millions of shekels, with profits shared among those involved. On September 19, the officer used his influence to open the crossing, misleading soldiers on site, and escorted the truck carrying items such as mobile phones, cigarettes, and solar panels into Gaza.
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Iranian National Arrested at LAX for Attempted Arms Trafficking to Sudan

Iranian National Arrested at LAX for Attempted Arms Trafficking to Sudan

Authorities at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have arrested Shamim Mafi, a 44-year-old Iranian national residing in Los Angeles, for attempting to smuggle arms to Sudan on behalf of the Islamic regime. According to First Assistant US Attorney for the Central District of California, Bill Essayli, Mafi was apprehended on Saturday night while trying to transport drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and millions of rounds of ammunition manufactured by Iran. Mafi, who became a lawful permanent resident of the US in 2016, has been charged with violating 50 U.S.C. § 1705. If convicted, she faces a statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. Mafi is expected to make her initial court appearance on Monday afternoon at a district court in Los Angeles. Essayli emphasized that under the US legal system, Mafi is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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Mother of Fallen Soldier Reveals Son's Death in Operation Red Heart to Rescue Bibas Family

Mother of Fallen Soldier Reveals Son's Death in Operation Red Heart to Rescue Bibas Family

Yafit, the mother of Staff Sgt. Oriya Ayimalk Goshen, disclosed during a Memorial Day ceremony that her son was killed in January 2024 during Operation Red Heart. This operation aimed to rescue the Bibas family in the Gaza Strip. It was later discovered that Shiri Bibas and her children, Ariel and Kfir, had already been killed about a month after an attack on October 7. The revelation came as part of a ceremony honoring fallen soldiers, where Yafit expressed her pride in her son's bravery and sacrifice. She emphasized the importance of unity and societal responsibility to honor the sacrifices made by soldiers like her son.
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Israeli fire kills two in Gaza, Hamas clashes with Israeli-backed militia

Israeli fire kills two in Gaza, Hamas clashes with Israeli-backed militia

By Nidal al-Mughrabi CAIRO, April 20 (Reuters) - Israeli strikes killed at least two Palestinians in separate incidents in the Gaza Strip on Monday, health officials said, and fighters from Hamas clashed with gunmen from an Israeli-backed militia, witnesses said.
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Israeli Security Agencies Uncover Iranian Terror Network Targeting Strategic Infrastructure

Israeli Security Agencies Uncover Iranian Terror Network Targeting Strategic Infrastructure

Israeli security agencies, including the Mossad, IDF, and Shin Bet, have publicly exposed a covert terror apparatus operated by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This network aimed to target senior Israeli officials and strategic infrastructure worldwide. The exposure follows a series of foiled attacks during Operation Roaring Lion, which led to the elimination of key operatives within the network. Authorities in Azerbaijan recently thwarted a terrorist infrastructure attempting to strike the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline and several Jewish targets, including the Israeli Embassy in Baku. Members of the operational cell were arrested with explosive drones and fragmentation devices. The network's head, Rahman Moghaddam, and other senior figures were targeted and eliminated by Israeli forces.
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Los Angeles Woman Arrested at LAX for Alleged Iranian Arms Trafficking

Los Angeles Woman Arrested at LAX for Alleged Iranian Arms Trafficking

Shamim Mafi, a 44-year-old woman from Los Angeles, was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on charges related to arms trafficking between Iran and Sudan. Federal prosecutors allege that Mafi facilitated the sale of drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and ammunition to the Sudanese Armed Forces through a company in Oman. The company reportedly received over $7 million in payments in 2025. Mafi, an Iranian national and U.S. resident since 2016, is accused of submitting a letter of intent to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to purchase bomb fuses for Sudan. She is scheduled to appear in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles, facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
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Legal Challenge Filed Against Roman Gofman's Mossad Appointment Over Vetting Flaws

Legal Challenge Filed Against Roman Gofman's Mossad Appointment Over Vetting Flaws

A new High Court petition has been filed to block the appointment of IDF Maj.-Gen. Roman Gofman as the next head of the Mossad. The petition, submitted by the Movement for Quality Government in Israel and Forum Homat Magen LeIsrael, argues that serious flaws in the vetting process and Gofman's conduct in the Ori Elmakayes affair should disqualify him from the position. The petition requests the court to issue a conditional order requiring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to explain why the appointment should not be rescinded, or alternatively, to reconsider the nomination. The Elmakayes affair, which involves unauthorized IDF-linked operations and the detention of a minor, is central to the legal challenge. Former Supreme Court president Asher Grunis, who dissented against Gofman's approval, raised concerns about Gofman's integrity and command responsibility.
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IDF Strikes in Lebanon Result in Death of Senior Hezbollah Commander

IDF Strikes in Lebanon Result in Death of Senior Hezbollah Commander

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that over 150 Hezbollah militants were killed in a series of strikes across Lebanon, which took place in the 24 hours leading up to a ceasefire. Among those killed was Ali Reza Abbas, a senior Hezbollah commander for the Bint Jbeil sector. This operation marked the fourth elimination of a person holding this role since the initiation of Operation Northern Arrows in 2024. The IDF reported that approximately 300 Hezbollah targets were hit, including launchers, command centers, and weapons storage sites. Lebanese social media, particularly those affiliated with Hezbollah, confirmed Abbas's death, describing him as a significant figure within the Radwan Force, Hezbollah's elite unit. Abbas, originally from Barish near Tyre, had been a part of Hezbollah for over 40 years and was considered one of its most experienced commanders.
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Los Angeles Woman Arrested for Allegedly Facilitating Iran-Sudan Weapons Trafficking

Los Angeles Woman Arrested for Allegedly Facilitating Iran-Sudan Weapons Trafficking

Federal prosecutors have arrested Shamim Mafi, a 44-year-old woman at Los Angeles International Airport, on suspicion of aiding Iran in trafficking weapons to Sudan. Mafi, an Iranian national and U.S. permanent resident, is accused of brokering the sale of drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and ammunition to the Sudanese Armed Forces. The arrest comes amid Sudan's ongoing civil war, which has led to a humanitarian crisis. Mafi is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles, facing potential charges that could result in up to 20 years in prison.
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Israel condemns soldier's desecration of crucifix in south Lebanon

Israel condemns soldier's desecration of crucifix in south Lebanon

By Maayan Lubell and Maya Gebeily JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, April 20 (Reuters) - Israel's foreign minister and military on Monday condemned the desecration of a crucifix smashed by an Israeli soldier in a southern Lebanese village home to Christians.
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IDF Neutralizes Armed Terrorist Following West Bank Infiltration Alert

IDF Neutralizes Armed Terrorist Following West Bank Infiltration Alert

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) neutralized a terrorist who infiltrated the town of Negohot in the West Bank, near Hebron. The incident occurred after infiltration sirens were triggered early on Saturday morning. The terrorist, armed with a knife, was intercepted by IDF soldiers, and no injuries were reported among the residents. Following the incident, IDF forces were deployed to the area to conduct further security scans, ensuring the safety of the settlement.
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Family of Fallen Soldier Gur Kahati Demands Inquiry from IDF Chief

Family of Fallen Soldier Gur Kahati Demands Inquiry from IDF Chief

The family of Gur Kahati, a soldier killed in Lebanon in November 2024, has sent a letter to IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir demanding an inquiry into the circumstances of his death. Kahati was killed at a stronghold in southern Lebanon, alongside civilian Zeev Ehrlich. The incident involved former Golani Brigade Deputy Commander Col. Yoav Yarom, who was dismissed from reserve duty following the event. Kahati's parents, Maayan and Ron Kahati, expressed frustration over the lack of an operational inquiry and justice for their son, describing the situation as a disgrace. They are seeking answers and accountability as the second memorial day for their son approaches.