[44750] Escalation in the Galilee: UAV strikes Shomera; political storm surrounding the cancellation of Haredi benefits

Security escalation and political storm at the start of April 30, 2026

Security events on the northern border
A significant escalation was recorded this morning in the northern sector after a hostile aircraft infiltrated Israeli territory. According to reports from Israel News Without Censorship, a UAV launch from Lebanon toward the confrontation line communities was identified, leading to a direct strike near the community of Shomera. Fire and rescue forces were called to the scene following a fire that broke out, and the Fire and Rescue spokesperson stated that in Operation "Lion's Roar", a fire that caused an armored vehicle to ignite was treated. As of this hour, no casualties have been reported. Security sources, including Political-Security Cabinet - Moriah Asraf & Doron Kadosh, confirmed the details of the event, while the head of a northern regional council was quoted in ynet news with a sharp remark: "This is not a ceasefire - this is fire without cessation."

Political clash regarding the Haredim and the Attorney General
Concurrently with the security events, the political system is in an uproar following the demand of the Attorney General and the High Court to cancel benefits for the Haredi public. MK Moshe Gafni harshly attacked the Attorney General in an interview with News from the Field on Telegram and called her "antisemitic," while calling on the Prime Minister to "throw her down the stairs." Gafni emphasized that in his view: "It is forbidden to listen to them, not to the legal advisor and not to the High Court".

Meanwhile, disagreements within the coalition were exposed. In News Arena, it was noted that Gafni expressed anger over the conduct of Shas, which he claims continues to manage government ministries despite an earlier decision to resign. Additionally, in Political Arena, it was reported that President Herzog intervened to prevent the firing of the CEO of the Central Elections Committee, and of personal tension between MK Gafni and Naftali Bennett, after the latter cancelled a planned meeting with him.