Homeland Security advice: During High Holidays, worshippers should feel safe but be vigilant

“No member of any community should be worried when they go to observe their faith,” says Samantha Vinograd, assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Netanyahu: US a ‘trusted partner’ in promoting security, advancing peace

The Israeli PM met with U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan to discuss the Iranian threat and expanding the Abraham Accords, with a focus on Saudi Arabia.
Jerusalem Anti-Terror Measures ‘Change Muslim Character of City,’ Palestinians Claim
The completion of a new watchtower on Wednesday as a response to numerous stabbing attacks at the Damascus Gate entrance to the Old City of Jerusalem sparked Palestinian outrage for its “assault on Islamic heritage”.
Netanyahu Rekindles ‘Bromance’ With Modi at Start of India Visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu kicked off his state visit to India on Sunday with a warm embrace from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who unexpectedly met the Israeli leader when he landed at New Delhi’s airport on Sunday afternoon.
Israel’s First Fully Autonomous Drone Uses AI to Conduct Real-Life Missions

It uses machine vision and artificial intelligence to conduct security, safety and inspection missions, collecting and analyzing data in real-time.
After Islamist Attacks, Heavy Security Planned for Times Square on New Year’s Eve

Due to recent Islamist terror attacks, the two million revelers expected to pack New York City Time’s Square on New Year’s Eve will be protected by some of the heaviest security the city has seen in years.
Israel’s Emergency Medic Team Threatens Decreased Service in Judea and Samaria

“In order to minimize worsening of budget deficit, I see no other choice but to stop MDA services in the Judea and Samaria area until the issue is settled.”
New Jerusalem-Based Think Tank Breaks With Leftist Tradition, Leans Conservative

A new conservative think tank has opened in Jerusalem that promises to reinforce and lead the mainstream in security thinking, concentrating on the issue of Jerusalem.
Netanyahu: Decision on Temple Mount Security Measures Was ‘Tough’

“I am in tune with peoples’ feelings, I understand the emotions, I know full well the the decision we made was not easy,” the prime minister said on Sunday.
Police Dismantle Temple Mount Metal Detectors Overnight

The metal detectors were removed less than two weeks after they had been placed there in the wake of the July 14 murder of two policeman adjacent to the site.