<p>IDF troops under the Southern Command identified armed Hamas terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip, who operated adjacent to the troops and posed a threat. In order to remove the threat, the terrorists were eliminated in an aerial strike, said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.</p><p>Prior to the strike, multiple measures were taken to minimize the risk of harm to civilians, including the use of precise munitions and aerial surveillance.</p><p>"IDF troops in the Southern Command remain deployed in accordance with the ceasefire agreement and will continue to operate to remove any immediate threat," the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.</p><p><i>(Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p><p> </p>

<p>Trump tells <i>Reuters</i> Iran is preparing an offer to satisfy US demands as American envoys head to Pakistan for talks.</p><p><i>(Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p>

<p>Nesia Karadi, 11, who was critically wounded by an Iranian missile strike in Bnei Brak on Passover eve, has died of her injuries at Sheba Medical Center in Tel Hashomer. Her funeral will be held on Saturday night.</p><p><a href="https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/426038"><strong>Read more</strong></a></p>

<p>White House Press Secretary confirms Trump is sending Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for direct talks with Iran: “We’re hopeful that it will be a productive conversation."</p><p><i>(Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p>

<p>IDF troops eliminate six armed Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, after a firefight. No Israeli soldiers injured.</p><p><i>(Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p>

<p>A short while ago, the IDF struck Hezbollah rocket launchers in the areas of Yater and Kafra in southern Lebanon, north of the Forward Defense Line. The launchers posed a threat to IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians.</p><p>Earlier today, the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched explosive drones toward IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon, south of the Forward Defense Line. The drones detonated adjacent to the soldiers, no IDF injuries were reported.</p><p><i>(Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p><p> </p>

<p>The IDF spokesperson in Arabic revealed that in recent weeks an Iranian sabotage plan has been promoted in close coordination with pro-Iranian militias in Iraq. According to the report, foreign elements are also involved and the plan is directly funded by Iran.</p><p>It was also stated that the IDF is closely monitoring developments and will act against those involved when necessary.</p>

<p>Air Force observation units and forces from the Dead Sea regional command identified an attempt yesterday to smuggle weapons in the eastern border area. Following the detection, IDF and Israel Police forces launched a pursuit that ended with the arrest of a suspect along with off-road vehicles and drone equipment.</p><p>During a search of the vehicles, 12 pistols were found. The suspect and the seized equipment were transferred for further handling by the Southern District police investigations unit.</p><p>The IDF and police emphasized they will continue to act decisively to prevent weapons smuggling and ensure accountability for those involved.</p>