00:00:

A rocket fired from Gaza during the late afternoon hours landed in an open field in the Shar HaNegev Regional Council. B’chasdei Hashem there were no fatalities or injuries.

02:50:

The release of 26 terrorists by Israel has been completed.

08:00:

IDF soldiers taking part in counter-terrorism operations throughout Yehuda and Shomron during the night arrested one suspect in Beit Lechem.

08:55:

Police investigating damage to Arab vehicles in the PA village of Jalazoun near Beit El. There was also graffiti stating “regards to Kerry” and “blood will spill in Yehuda and Shomron”.

09:09:

Two wounded Syrian nationals reportedly in moderate-to-serious condition were admitted to the Nahariya Hospital.

09:46:

An 18-year-old Bnei Brak resident has been arrested in connection with the murder of the 17-year-old missing chareidi male.

10:22:

Ben-Gurion Airport baggage handlers are holding a job action, blaming management of violating a labor agreement. In a statement released this morning, a union representative says they cannot say when the handler will return to regular operations.

11:45:

Israel Police announces it stands ready for New Year’s Eve celebrations, including security precautions and traffic enforcement units.

12:12:

Baggage handlers at Ben-Gurion International Airport end their work slowdown.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)