Live:
Live: Israeli Memorial Day opening ceremony
The Memorial Day ceremony for the fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism at Yad L'Banim began this afternoon.
Arutz Sheva political correspondent
News by Hezki Baruch
Personal Victory:
Personal Victory: Menachem said 'Shema Yisrael' and then the miracle happened
Holocaust survivor Menachem Haberman shares his harrowing story: the death march, escaping through sewers, surviving in crowded train car, and his message to Israel – 'be united, protect your land.'
Hostage's father:
Hostage's father: 'On 10/7 we were abandoned, just like in the Holocaust'
Chaim Hayman, father of Inbar, murdered in Hamas captivity, speaks to Knesset Holocaust Remembrance Day Committee and connects the Holocaust to October 7 massacre.
Ronen Bar:
Bereaved parents announce hunger strike demanding Bar's dismissal
As Israel lowers its flag to half-mast, bereaved parents voice sincere appeal for accountability, truth, justice: 'We will not forget. We will not forgive. We will not remain silent.'
State employee withdraws from New Israel Fund event
The project manager for Arab society issues in the Ministry of Justice will not participate in the conference.
Anti-war campaign removed from buses and billboards
A campaign by a far-left-wing organization calling for the end of the war on buses and billboards was removed following a complaint by the Betsalmo organization.
Integrity of the Land:
Baruch Marzel bids farewell to Rabbi Mazuz, 'He fought for the integrity of the land'
'He was a giant in Torah, a man of truth, and a fighter for the integrity of the land,' Baruch Marzel bids farewell to Rabbi Meir Mazuz in an interview with Arutz Sheva.
Breaking:
IDF to demolish homes of terrorists who injure Israelis
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepts recommendation by National Security Council to demolish homes of terrorists who 'only' injured Israelis, and not limit demolitions to murders.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: 'Ronen Bar caused immense damage to Israel'
Finance Minister Smotrich explains to Arutz Sheva why he is boycotting any meetings with Ronen Bar.
Mother of abducted soldier Matan Angrest: 'My son is wounded and forgotten'
Anat Angrest, the mother of captive IDF soldier Matan Angrest, spoke to Arutz Sheva and called on the government to make a deal to free her son and all captive soldiers.
Haredi MK:
Haredi MK: 'We have no ideological covenant with the religious parties'
MK Yakov Asher warns of incitement against haredim, clarifies boundaries of haredi parties' partnership with the Religious Zionist parties and the Likud.
During the war: Knesset Speaker visits Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana visits Muslim Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. 'Israel and Uzbekistan stand together as perfect example of the possible relationship between Judaism and Islam.'
Proposed bill:
Proposed bill: Additional benefits for reservists in agriculture
The proposed bill would grant additional benefits to reservists, including recognition of reserve duty as preferred employment, allocation of agricultural land in border communities, and the provision of grants and water quotas.
Journalists' Organization calls to remain silent in investigation
Following the summons of journalists to testify in the Qatar Gate affair, the Journalists' Organization held a special Zoom meeting this morning in which they advised members not to confess to investigators.
'I'm a radical leftist?'
'I'm a radical leftist?' Protest march of bereaved families for enlistment
Hagai Luber and Leli Dery, the parents of fallen soldiers, responded to the claims that the protest march of the bereaved parents 'Marching for Conscription' that is taking place today.
Senior intelligence officer:
Senior intelligence officer: Military action led to hostage release deal
Senior intelligence officer reports to Defense Committee on IDF's actions to pressure Hamas into releasing more hostages, tensions in Persian Gulf.
Hadash Party to screen Hamas-supporting film
After the BBC pulled the documentary 'Gaza: How to Survive a Warzone"' when it emerged that the narrator was the son of a Hamas leader, far-left Israeli political party plans to screen the film in Haifa.
The price of terror
The price of terror: Palestinian Authority to pay Israel for attacks
Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee approves bill that will require the Palestinian Authority to compensate the State of Israel for payments made to terrorists.
Outside Minister Dermer's home:
Prayers for the return of the hostages were held outside Minister Dermer's home
Hostage Families Forum held prayers outside Minister Dermer's home on the Jewish new month. Ben Zussman's father: 'We are praying for the return of the hostages and ask Minister Dermer to do his best to help.'
Knesset passes bill to change composition of key committee
Following a night-long session, Knesset passes bill to change composition of Judicial Selection Committee. 'Proud to demand justice.'
Minister of Defense:
Min. of Defense: 'Former Chief of Staff Ya'alon prohibited from entering IDF bases'
Min. of Defense says he will prohibit former Chief of Staff Ya'alon from entering IDF bases,' following request submitted by bereaved father Itzik Bonzel and Im Tirtzu.
Jerusalem's protests reach Knesset
MK Dan Illouz demands urgent Knesset meeting, says disruption to lives of Jerusalem's residents cannot continue.
Tibi quotes Halahkic teachings in response to kashrut uproar he caused
After causing an uproar by using kosher Knesset dishes for a non-kosher Ramadan meal. MK Ahmad Tibi quotes "Rabbis for Tibi," says "Kahanist" government is "not kosher."
MK Tibi sets off halachic commotion in the Knesset
MK Ahmad Tibi (Ta'al) published a photo of him and other MKs eating outside food on Knesset dishes. Knesset Rabbi's office: The issue is under review.
Is the ISA preventing Bentzi Gopstein from receiving a Knesset entry permit?
Bentzi Gopstein, who serves as an advisor to Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, does not have a permanent entry permit to the Knesset, in contrast to other advisors. Otzma Yehudit blames the Shin Bet.
Hostage's uncle:
Hostage's uncle, Shimon Or: 'You are fighting for Ronen Bar instead of for the hostages'
Shimon Or harshly criticizes conduct of Shin Bet chief, claiming that manner of negotiations with Hamas led to abandonment of hostages.
Protesters:
Protesters: 'Bibi and Ben-Gvir's personal war'
Demonstrations against the government today saw unusually harsh rhetoric and threats of civil disobedience.
In memory of Rabbi Avi Goldberg
In memory of Rabbi Avi Goldberg | Fallen hero's family's emotional Purim costume
The family of Captain (Res.) Rabbi Avi Goldberg dressed up this year as an 'IDF draft order,' as a tribute to their father who fell in battle in Lebanon.
'Palestine will live forever'
'Palestine will live forever': Anti-Israel activists disrupt Aliyah fair, Jews respond
Anti-Israel activists, holding PLO flags, protest outside Nefesh B’Nefesh Aliyah fair taking place in New Jersey. Group of Jewish people holds counter-protest: “Never again is now."
Minister Zohar:
Min. Zohar to cultural institutions: Don't give platform to film that serves our enemies
Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar appeals to cultural institutions and asks them not to provide an Israeli platform for the Oscar-winning film “No Other Land”.
Justice Minister:
Justice Minister: 'We don't support the cannabis law, only the freedom to vote'
The cabinet committee approved a free vote on the bill to regulate the use of cannabis, without party lines.
Yesh Atid MK:
Yesh Atid MK: 'Open on Shabbat? I won't set foot there'
MK Elazar Stern (Yesh Atid) denounced a new shopping center for planning to remain open seven days a week.
Ministerial Committee to discuss bill to apply sovereignty over the Jerusalem envelope
Ministerial Committee for Legislation to discuss bill proposed by MK Dan Illouz to apply sovereignty over the Jerusalem envelope: "Sovereignty is not a slogan, but a historical, legal, and moral obligation."
Hostage's brother:
Hostage's brother: 'Bar is alive, we pray and are doing all we can to bring him home'
Dvir, brother of hostage Bar Kupershtein, speaks with Arutz Sheva: 'I'm happy that many hostages have come home. It gives us hope that Bar will come back.'
Who is delaying the ouster of Ayman Odeh?
Arutz Sheva-Israel National News has learned that MK Benny Gantz and members of the National Unity party, with the exception of MK Matan Kahana, are refusing to sign the initiative to oust MK Ayman Odeh.
Smotrich promises:
Smotrich promises: 'This year we will demolish more than the PA builds'
Minister Smotrich, who oversees the Civil Administration, sets a target for 2025: For the first time since Oslo, there will be more demolishing of illegal Arab construction in Judea and Samaria than the start of new construction.
Terrorist petitions return of home to Jewish ownership
Accompanied by MK Ofer Cassif, Saleh Diab, a resident of the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood and a terrorist who was convicted and imprisoned for attacking Jews, has filed a petition against the intention to return his house in the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood to Jewish ownership.
18 years for teenage terrorist who murdered Sgt. Asil Sawaed
Terrorist who stabbed a Border Police officer to death on a bus in Shuafat 2years ago when he was 13 given 18-year prison sentence.
Protester with red gloves expelled from Knesset committee
An individual with red gloves was removed from a committee meeting during speeches by families of the hostages.
Hostage's son to Arutz Sheva:
Hostage's son to Arutz Sheva: 'Despite everything, more hostages will return on Saturday'
Yizhar Lifshitz, whose father, Oded, is being held by terrorists in Gaza, says he believes that despite Hamas's threats, the hostage deal will continue as planned.
