On April 2, 2025, Arab media reported that the Israel Air Force conducted extensive strikes overnight in Rafah and Khan Yunis in Southern Gaza. Additional strikes were reported in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza.

On April 1, 2025, the Jerusalem Post reported that the Defense Ministry will clear mines and explosive ordnance in the Golan Heights.

On April 1, 2025, the IDF intercepted one rocket launched from northern Gaza. Sirens were activated in Sderot, Ibim, and Or HaNer prior to the interception.

On April 2, 2025, Eliya Cohen recounted his experiences as a hostage in Gaza, including witnessing a man's death, being held in tunnels, and enduring psychological torture. He confirmed that hunger was the hardest part of captivity and that their treatment was affected by decisions made in Israel regarding Palestinian prisoners. He also described being moved through a cabinet in a school when IDF forces approached.

On April 1, 2025, the Knesset passed a bill introduced by MK Limor Son Har-Melech, expanding the legal definition of rape to include sexual assault against men, replacing "sodomy" with "rape". The bill also abolishes "sexual intercourse without consent," replacing it with "forbidden penetration."

Published on April 2, 2025, Israel's high birthrate exceeds the replacement rate at 2.1 births per woman. The birthrate even saw a 5% increase from 2023 to 2024, further boosted by a 10% rise during the final months of 2024.

On April 2, 2025, the Justice Ministry and Education Ministry announced a joint project to combat racism in education systems and on sports fields. The project will target Middle School students and youth soccer teams across Israel.

On April 1, 2025, the Knesset passed a law to form a national authority to fight poverty, with a budget of NIS 10 million and taking effect in six months. The law received multipartisan backing, and Hadash-Ta’al MK Aida Touma-Sliman stated that the law obligates the state to take responsibility for poverty.

On April 1, 2025, Israel passed a new law providing financial and other support to families of hostages who have returned alive from captivity. Financial grants range from 10,000 to 30,000 NIS.

On April 2, 2025, a George Washington University senior expressed concern about the university's response to antisemitism on campus. The student cited instances of antisemitic propaganda and actions by some students.

On April 1, 2025, Israel Police arrested a 23-year-old man in Lod for allegedly sexually assaulting a girl under 10 years old at a public park. Following the suspect's arrest, the Israel Police issued recommendations to protect children from predators.

On April 1, 2025, Meir Panim is preparing for Passover by providing aid to needy families, IDF soldiers, and displaced families. Aid includes hot meals, housing assistance, refrigerators, and communal Seders.

On April 1, 2025, the National Security Council (NSC) released a public assessment stating Israelis are at risk of terror attacks by Hamas and Iranian proxies abroad. Other Islamist and jihadist groups, including ISIS, al-Qaeda, and al-Shabaab, have increased their activities abroad, particularly in Europe. The NSC also noted the surge in antisemitic hate crimes and attacks on Jews and Israelis worldwide and uncovered Hamas infrastructure in several countries, including Denmark, Germany, Bulgaria, and Sweden, where they planned to target Israeli interests.

On April 1, 2025, the IDF and Israel Police arrested Khiradi Hassan, a Hamas terrorist, for plotting to assassinate Yossi Dagan, the head of the Samaria Regional Council, at Migdalim Junction in central Samaria.

On April 1, 2025, Israeli media reported Maj.-Gen. (res.) Sami Turgeman as the frontrunner to succeed Ronen Bar as the next Shin Bet chief. However, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) later denied this.

Published on April 1, 2025, trust in the IDF Spokesperson's Unit increased to 60%, a 5% increase from the previous month. The INSS sample showed low trust in the Israeli government, the prime minister, and the defense minister, with less than 25% of the public having high trust in the government.

On April 1, 2025, details emerged regarding the "Qatargate" scandal, revealing meetings between Qatari lobbyists and senior Israeli officials arranged by Ariel Shafir. Avi Dichter commented on the investigation, stating it's difficult to determine the intentions behind the meetings, while Netanyahu criticized the investigation as politically motivated.

On April 2, 2025, the author highlights the issue of extremists defending allies, even if abhorrent, in today’s hyper-partisan age. The author emphasizes the need to build alliances rather than boycotting activists willing to denounce Jew-haters.

On April 1, 2025, Israeli politicians and opposition leaders condemned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cancellation of the appointment of V.-Adm. (ret.) Eli Sharvit as Shin Bet chief. While some supported the decision, citing public opinion, others, like Benny Gantz, argued that political pressure outweighed the state's security.

On April 1, 2025, Jerusalem Post editor-in-chief Zvika Klein was questioned by police as a witness in the Qatargate investigation, focusing on the actions of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's aides, Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein.

On April 1, 2025, 3.5-year-old Ziv Nitzan discovered a 3,800-year-old Canaanite amulet at Tel Azeka near Beit Shemesh. Dr. Daphna Ben-Tor identified the amulet as a Canaanite scarab from the Middle Bronze Age, and Israeli Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu commented on its connection to ancient civilizations.

On April 1, 2025, Israel canceled all previous tariffs on products from the US, according to a joint statement from the Prime Minister's Office, Finance Ministry, and Economy and Industry Ministry. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented that this is another step in the policy to open the market to competition and reduce the cost of living.

On April 1, 2025, Senator Cory Booker delivered a 19-hour speech in the Senate, protesting US President Donald Trump. Booker highlighted the plight of Israeli hostages in Gaza, adding a yellow ribbon pin to his lapel.