<p>The IDF and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) announced on Friday evening the elimination of a military commander close to senior members of the terrorist organization Kata'ib al-Mujahideen, who raided Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7, 2023, commanded the abductions of Shiri, Kfir, and Ariel Bibas, and was likely also involved in their murder. </p><p>He was also responsible for the kidnapping of the bodies of Gad Haggai and Judy Weinstein, as well as of additional civilians of Thai origin.</p><p><i>(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, a UAV approaching Israeli territory from the east was intercepted by the IAF, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.</p><p>Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol, it added.</p><p><a href="https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/406419"><strong>Read more</strong></a></p><p><i>(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>President Donald Trump announces another 75-day delay in enforcing the TikTok sale-or-ban law, citing ongoing negotiations to secure a deal that would keep the app accessible in the US.</p><p><i>(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>Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) chief Ronen Bar called Yarden Bibas earlier on Friday and informed him of the elimination of Mohammed Hassan Mohammed Awad, the terrorist who commanded the kidnapping of his wife Shiri and their children Ariel and Kfir, and was apparently involved in their murder while in captivity in the Gaza Strip.</p><p><i>(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>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hungary’s Viktor Orbán visit Budapest’s Shoes on the Danube memorial, paying tribute to Holocaust victims. Joined by their spouses, they place wreaths and hold a moment of silence.</p><p><i>(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>Trump administration outlines conditions Harvard must meet to retain nearly $9 billion in federal funding amid an antisemitism investigation. The letter calls for structural reforms, restrictions on protests, and compliance with transparency laws.</p><p><i>(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>Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with Hungary’s Jewish leadership in Budapest, stressing Israel’s resolve to return all hostages and win its current war. His wife, Sara Netanyahu, shares her emotional strength and dedication to families, children, and the hostages.</p><p><i>(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>