Investigation

IDF soldier found lifeless on base in central Israel, circumstances under investigation

The military informed the soldier’s family, noting that it shares their grief and will “continue to support them.”

A memorial candle
Police officers gather at a site after Seattle Police responded to what they described as a shooting with "multiple" victims at Seattle Center, which was hosting a Bite of Seattle food festival, in Seattle, Washington, US, July 26, 2026.

At least three killed, four wounded in shooting at Seattle Center festival, one suspect in custody

Protesters block roads in Tel Aviv demanding further government action into the disappearance of four-year-old Haymanut Kasau, July 26, 2026.

Tel Aviv protesters block roads, demand Shin Bet investigates Haymanut Kasau's disappearance

Bereaved families opposing a state commission of inquiry protest outside a hearing on a petition demanding the formation of a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 massacre at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, April 23, 2026.

Israel's government had time for everything except for October 7 accountability - comment


Pakistani drug queen probed over elite links in Karachi cocaine network

Authorities say the suspect, identified as Anmol and known as “Pinky,” was detained in a joint operation with intelligence agencies in Karachi and is under investigation for trafficking cocaine.

Pakistani police escort an aid worker.

Gov't under fire after revised Oct. 7 inquiry bill drops wording on ‘full, thorough’ probe

Bereaved families accused the government of attempting to whitewash government failures through the revision, as lawmakers resumed debates on the continuous government bill.

Knesset Constitution, Law, and Justice Committee meeting on advancing the legislation on May 13, 2026.

Hundreds of millions seized in raid in northern Israel

The suspects, who were detained for questioning at the National Economic Crimes Unit's offices, are suspected of money laundering and terror financing.

Cash seized during the police operation.

North Korea executions more than doubled after COVID, human rights group says

A plurality of death sentences before the pandemic were for murder, while during the pandemic, prosecutions seemingly centered around cultural crimes and information crimes.

 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un speaks during the expanded meeting of the first plenary meeting of the Ninth Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), in Pyongyang, North Korea.

IAF pilots took off under fire, bypassing commander in Lebanon helicopter attack, probe finds

The Israel Air Force has completed a preliminary investigation into an incident in southern Lebanon, where Hezbollah attempted to target a medical evacuation helicopter with a drone.

An IAF Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk demonstrating a simulated evacuation operation at the fighter pilot's graduation ceremony, June 24, 2013; illustrative.

US Labor secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigns amid misconduct probe

The Labor Department’s inspector general is nearing the end of a months-long investigation into a whistleblower’s allegations of professional misconduct by Chavez-DeRemer.

U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer speaks with fellow cabinet members before an event for MLS champion Inter Miami CF at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 5, 2026.

IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar decried the incident, labeling it “grave and disgraceful” and extending an apology to Christians who felt hurt by the incident. 

This X/Twitter screenshot shows an alleged incident where an IDF soldier is seen smashing a statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon on April 19, 2026.

Miki Zohar released after being questioned by police for 11 hours over Histadrut corruption affair

Zohar is considered close to Ezra Gabay, the businessman identified as a central suspect in the case.

Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar at the opening of the Israeli Cartoon Museum in the city of Holon, central Israel, February 10, 2026.

Hundreds of kilos of protected plant seized by Israel Nature and Parks Authority in Golan

In a separate operation in the Menashe region, an Israel Nature and Parks Authority inspector seized additional sacks containing approximately 6 kilograms of akoub and about 25 kilograms of hyssop.

Some of the bags seized, including the Gundelia tournefortii - which is in danger of extinction due to over-harvesting.

Ex-military prosecutor suspected of rape, exploiting soldiers for sex

Police say more than 50 women may have been victimized in the case, which emerged from a months-long covert investigation launched after complaints by two soldiers.

Israel Police vehicles; illustrative.