In meetings, Halevi reportedly criticized Barnea’s performance, particularly during the 12-Day War against Iran. 

Kisch underscored that the budget issues were because the Finance Ministry and National Security Ministry had not finalized funding for the school security.

Responding to international outrage sparked by images of starving Gazans, Israel on July 27 announced measures to let more aid into Gaza. But aid agencies say only a fraction of what's sent gets in.

Yoseftal Medical Center in Eilat reported that the man, around 70 years old, was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but died after attempts to revive him failed.