National security council

Israeli watchdogs demand state inquiry into flight security failures following flydubai attack

The demand followed the attempted terrorist attack on a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday, amid reports of persistent gaps in the screening of flight crews and information transfer.

A plane, carrying passengers who were on the FlyDubai aircraft bound for Israel from the United Arab Emirates, which was diverted to Saudi Arabia following an emergency signal, arrives at the Ben Gurion International Airport, in Lod, near Tel Aviv, Israel, September 30, 2026.
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) Director David Zini, and Israel Police Chief Daniel Levi hold a security assessment ahead of the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre, published October 6, 2026.

NSC warns Israelis, Diaspora Jews about heightened antisemitism, terror threats ahead of Oct. 7

Transportation Minister Miri Regev attends a state memorial ceremony for civilians murdered in the October 7 massacre, at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, October 5, 2026

Transport Ministry rejected Shin Bet help in securing flights before flydubai hijacking - report

ARMED SUPPORTERS of the Islamic Republic take part in a military parade and training exercise in Tehran as Iranian forces prepared supporters for the possibility of renewed conflict with the United States and Israel. Sebastian Gorka told the ‘Post’ that Iran would be ‘imminently resolved.’

'This is how we win': US counterterrorism chief on Iran, Hamas and Trump’s 'will to act'


Sparking interest

A recent immigrant draws on his experience in national security to host seminars on global events and their impact on Israel.

Norman Bailey (far right), at one of his group discussions

'Turkey hurting NATO by undermining Israel ties'

Deputy NSC head Lerman risks antagonizing Turks by stating that Kurds historically have been allies and can help regional stability.

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Lindenstrauss to slam PM, Barak on flotilla

Several Turks were killed, several IDF soldiers were injured in trying to commandeer the flotilla.

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NSC can resolve DM, FM defense sale disputes

Gov't authorizes National Security Council to resolve disputes between 2 ministries following delays in resolving disputes.

The Namer armored personnel carrier

IDF failing to inform Foreign Ministry on key issues

Army is concerned that information shared with Foreign Ministry will be leaked, State Comptroller writes in his report.

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Israel’s Sinai warning falls on deaf ears

Tourists stay put on beaches while Egyptian officials accuse Israel of harming industry.

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Israelis advised to leave Sinai amid terror threat

Counterterrorism Bureau warns of immediate terror threat against Israelis vacationing in Egyptian peninsula.

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Israelis advised to leave Sinai amid terror threat

Counterterrorism bureau warns of immediate terror threat against Israelis vacationing in Egyptian peninsula.

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'Israel must be ready to strike Iran if talks fail'

National Security Council head Amidror: Netanyahu didn't travel to US to set red lines, receive green light for Iran strike.

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Eiland: Hezbollah conflict unlikely in 'foreseeable future'

Former Nat'l Security Council head says projected quiet is a positive effect of Syrian turmoil; Israeli deterrence in Lebanon is working.

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