Israeli security locks down President Herzog’s residence over suspicious object

Israeli security services cordoned off President Isaac Herzog’s residence in Jerusalem on Wednesday, 4 November, after screening equipment detected a suspicious object in the possession of a foreign journalist. The incident led to a temporary suspension of all entries to the compound while bomb disposal units were deployed to the site. Positive Explosives Test Reported According to reports from Israel’s Channel 14 and Ynet, the individual involved is believed to be a Spanish journalist. During routine entry procedures, an explosives detection test conducted on the journalist’s hands reportedly returned a positive result. Security personnel immediately detained the individual at the entrance for further questioning and to inspect her belongings. The President’s Office confirmed the alert in a formal statement, noting that the suspension of access was a precautionary measure pending a thorough investigation by police specialists. During the lockdown, journalists already inside the compound were ordered to remain in a security screening tent, and staff were directed to stay away from windows as a safety protocol. High-Level Consultations Delayed The security breach occurred just as President Herzog was scheduled to begin critical political consultations following recent parliamentary elections. These meetings are intended to determine which party leader will be tasked with forming Israel's next government. The alert caused a temporary halt to the arrival of political…