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Israel 'committed' to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear arms

Jerusalem, April 18: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said in a statement on Friday that he is committed, along with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and all parties, to leading a "clear course of action" to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Israeli troops to stay in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely: Defence Minister

Jerusalem, April 17: Israel's Defence Minister has said that troops will remain in security zones in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely, remarks that could further complicate talks with Hamas over a ceasefire and hostage release.

Israel blocks Gaza humanitarian aid to undermine Hamas' control

Jerusalem, April 16: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Wednesday that Israel has adopted a policy of blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza to undermine Hamas' control over the population.

Israel to expand operations to most of Gaza: Defence Minister Katz

Jerusalem, April 13: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said that Israel will soon expand its operations to most of the Gaza Strip territory.

Katz urges Gazans: Topple Hamas, free the hostages

Tel Aviv, April 12: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz called on the people of Gaza to "remove Hamas and release all hostages" before the IDF expands its operations especially in the southern part of the Strip.

Hamas asked $500 million from Iran to fund Oct 7 attack: Israel

Tel Aviv, April 7: Israel has made public an intelligence document that, according to its officials, reveals a direct financial and operational link between Hamas and Iran, including a request for $500 million to carry out its plans to invade Israel -- an attack that was executed on October 7, 2023.

Israel expands military operation in Gaza

Tel Aviv, April 2: Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz announced on Wednesday that the military is expanding its operation against Hamas in Gaza.

Israel establishes directorate to help Gaza residents emigrate

Tel Aviv, March 31: Israel appointed a point man to facilitate Palestinian emigration from Gaza, the Defense Ministry announced on Sunday.

Israel launches strong airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs

Beirut/Jerusalem, March 28: Israeli airstrikes hit a building in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday, marking the first such attack since a ceasefire was agreed on November 27.

Israeli Defence Minister says okayed operational plans to continue Gaza offensive

Jerusalem, March 25: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday he has approved operational plans for "continuing" the offensive in the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu Meets with new Armoured Corps inductees

Tel Aviv, March 24: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited on Sunday, together with Defence Minister Israel Katz, the IDF's (Israel Defence Forces) absorption and selection base for new inductees in Tel Hashomer, where they met with recruits for the Armoured Corps.

Israel approves new body to oversee 'voluntary relocation' of Palestinians in Gaza

Jerusalem, March 23: Israel's Security Cabinet has approved the establishment of a controversial new directorate to coordinate the "voluntary relocation" of Palestinians from Gaza to third countries, the Defence Ministry said in a statement on Sunday.

Israel will maintain 'permanant presence' in Gaza unless hostage release, says Israel Defence Minister

Tel Aviv, March 23: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has warned Hamas that Israel will maintain a permanent presence in parts of Gaza unless the hostages in Gaza are released, CNN reported.

Israeli army strikes southern Lebanon after rockets targetted northern Israel

Beirut/Jerusalem, March 22: Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, escalating cross-border tensions after rockets were fired into northern Israel, state-owned National News Agency (NNA) reported.

Israeli army to remain at strategic points in southern Lebanon 'indefinitely'

Jerusalem, March 14: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz announced on Friday that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) will maintain its presence at five strategic locations in southern Lebanon "indefinitely," regardless of ongoing negotiations over 13 disputed border points.

Israel to 'soon' allow Syrian druze to work in Golan, Defense Minister says

Tel Aviv, March 9: Israel is preparing to "soon" allow Syrian Druze to work in the Golan Heights, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Sunday.

Israel's Defense Minister Katz thanks US counterpart for 'Accelerating Shipments of Weapons'

Tel Aviv, March 4: Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, whom he thanked, for President Trump's support for accelerating shipments of weapons and security equipment to Israel, and for his commitment to the "strong alliance between the countries."

Israel Imposes New Sanctions on 'Pay for Slay' Recipients, Seizes Terror-Linked Funds

Tel Aviv, February 25: Defence Minister Israel Katz announced new sanctions on Tuesday targeting security prisoners and their families who are Israeli citizens and residents receiving "pay for slay" payouts from the Palestinian Authority.

Israel launches new airstrike in Lebanon: Military

Jerusalem, Feb 24: Israel's military said that it launched a new wave of airstrikes in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah sites despite a ceasefire agreement.

Israel orders military to prepare for yearlong West Bank presence as offensives escalate

Jerusalem, Feb 23: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Sunday ordered the military to prepare for a yearlong presence in refugee camps in the West Bank as Israel escalates the ongoing large-scale military campaign in the occupied Palestinian territory.

Israel expands West Bank operation, raids Nur Shams refugee camp

Jerusalem, Feb 9: Israeli forces expanded their military operation in the occupied West Bank on Sunday, launching a raid in the Nur Shams refugee camp, a military spokesperson said.

Israeli Defence Ministry gets Acting Director-General

Tel Aviv, February 6: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz appointed Itamar Graf acting Director-General of the Defense Ministry on Thursday.

Israel vows 'unlimited' military presence in Syria

Jerusalem, Jan 29: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said that the country's military forces will remain in Syria for an "unlimited time."

Israeli Defense Minister: Israeli Forces to Remain in Syrian Buffer Zone 'Indefinitely'

Jerusalem, January 28: Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the Israel Defense Forces would remain inside the Syrian buffer zone "indefinitely" while visiting troops there on Tuesday.