Haaretz

The door to Haaretz offices in Tel Aviv was smashed in a second attack on media this week. The newspaper filed a police complaint and increased security, while media organizations warned of escalating violence and blamed the government for a hostile attitude toward news outlets.

A masked assailant attacked the Tel Aviv office of Haaretz, a newspaper, by throwing bricks at the entrance after failing on his first attempt. Security footage captured the individual putting his arm through a metal security gate before the attack. The assailant fled the scene after smashing the glass door.

An Israeli minister admitted that the destruction of Shia villages in southern Lebanon was intentional as part of Operation Silver Plow, aiming to demilitarize Hezbollah by systematically destroying infrastructure and preventing population return. The operation has led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Lebanese civilians, with reports confirming systematic demolition of homes and public buildings.

Israel has rebranded its Gaza displacement plan as the 'Freedom of Movement Plan', replacing the term 'voluntary migration' amid international criticism. Israeli security officials and Mossad are instructed to avoid the previous term, while an Israeli official stated the goal is to increase Palestinian departures from Gaza. Mossad officials reportedly struggled to find countries accepting displaced Palestinians.

The Israeli military may partially withdraw from southern Lebanon's yellow line as part of diplomatic efforts. Israeli and Lebanese representatives are set to identify areas to be transferred to the Lebanese army under American supervision, including locations not currently held by Israeli troops.

Israel fears a US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU) could reduce Washington’s leverage over Iran, complicating efforts to address enriched uranium, Iran’s ballistic missile program, and its ties with Hezbollah. Israeli political sources express concern over limited influence in the decision-making process and uncertainty about how the deal would meet Israel’s war aims.

The Israeli military is establishing a permanent base near Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, according to Haaretz. The base aims to replace troop presence in residents' homes and support security operations in the area, which has seen repeated Israeli operations since 2025 causing displacement and infrastructure damage.

The article argues that Israel's current actions in Gaza are part of a decades-old pattern of military conduct, citing testimonies from Israeli soldiers in the 1967 Six-Day War who admitted to committing war crimes under orders. It highlights recent revelations by Haaretz about historical accounts of soldiers describing systematic violence against Palestinians, drawing parallels to the ongoing situation in Gaza since October 2023.

Israel's Likud party announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intends to run in the upcoming election following comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump questioned whether Netanyahu wants to continue as prime minister, while Likud stated Netanyahu will 'win, God willing.'

Hezbollah thanked Iran for retaliating against Israel over attacks on Beirut and urged Lebanon to strengthen ties with Tehran. The group highlighted ongoing U.S.-Iran truce talks as an opportunity for Lebanon to advance national goals like land liberation and sovereignty.

A senior Iranian lawmaker warned that Tehran would respond severely to any provocations. Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian parliament's national security committee, stated that any miscalculation against the Islamic Republic would result in a more severe and regrettable response than previous operations.

The Gaza Health Ministry demanded the immediate release of two detained ambulance drivers from the Palestinian Red Crescent, who were among seven crew members stopped on Gaza's Salah al-Din highway during medical duties. Five crew members were later released, while the article notes reports of armed groups in Gaza expanding their presence with Israeli backing.

A Palestinian driver was detained by Israeli forces after defending himself during an attack by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank. The incident occurred as settlers threw rocks at vehicles following an attempt to evacuate an illegal settler outpost, resulting in a minor injury to a settler.

An Israeli soldier killed a seven-month-old Palestinian baby, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, in Hebron, occupied West Bank. The family's car was stopped, and the soldier fired despite seeing the family. The father, Fahd Abu Haikal, and grandmother described the incident, stating the soldier walked away after shooting.

Israeli forces intensified strikes in Lebanon and killed Hamas's military chief in Gaza, driven by fears a potential US-Iran deal might limit Israel's military actions. The attacks killed at least 31 people, targeting Hezbollah, while analysts warn of humanitarian crises amid escalating tensions.

Five European nations have boycotted Israel's participation in Eurovision 2024, citing concerns about the country's military operations in Gaza. Israeli singer Noam Bettan's presence at the 70th Eurovision final in Vienna has sparked protests, with critics calling for Israel's ban from the event while others warn such action could increase antisemitism in Europe.

Israeli army chief Maj Gen Avi Bluth admitted to discrimination against Palestinians in the West Bank, including fatally shooting stone-throwers, and different treatment for Jewish settlers. The remarks were leaked to Israel's Haaretz newspaper. Bluth has not denied the authenticity of the report.

The article discusses how covert surveillance actors are exploiting global telecom networks for espionage and data interception, raising concerns about cybersecurity and privacy. It highlights vulnerabilities in international communication infrastructure and the challenges of mitigating such threats.