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)