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State Comptroller Report

State Comptroller Report | The surge in imprisoned terrorists that led to a failure

The State Comptroller reveals a 92% surge in the number of imprisoned terrorists, a shortage of thousands of prison spaces, and serious failures in the state’s preparedness.

State Comptroller Report | The surge in imprisoned terrorists that led to a failure

Police officer, colonel in reserves suspected of murder attempt

Investigators arrested a Border Police officer, an IDF career soldier, and a colonel in the reserves from the Negev Bedouin encampments in connection with an attempted murder.

Police officer, colonel in reserves suspected of murder attempt

UK takes unprecedented step against Judea and Samaria communities

Britain and several allies imposed sanctions on Israeli organizations and individuals while unveiling new guidance for businesses calling to boycott products from Judea and Samaria.

UK takes unprecedented step against Judea and Samaria communities

6 countries announce sanctions on Bezalel Smotrich

France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Norway announced sanctions against a number of Israeli figures, including Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

6 countries announce sanctions on Bezalel Smotrich

Iranian strike on Israeli Air Force base? Footage raises questions

Satellite images taken before and after the Iranian missile barrage suggest a possible strike on Ramat David Air Force Base.

Iranian strike on Israeli Air Force base? Footage raises questions

Dr. Joseph Frager and Harley Lippman meet with wounded IDF veterans in Manhattan

The gathering, hosted in Manhattan by Bruce Galloway, brought together supporters and wounded Israeli veterans participating in a visit to the United States through the Brothers for Life organization.

Dr. Joseph Frager and Harley Lippman meet with wounded IDF veterans in Manhattan

Reserve Duty:

Cities with the highest numbers of reserve-duty soldiers

Tel Aviv-Jaffa leads in number of reservists, with 42,000 serving, followed by Jerusalem, Rishon LeZion, Be'er Sheva, and Haifa; more than 1/3 are parents, highlighting the personal and family sacrifices made during the wartime period.

Cities with the highest numbers of reserve-duty soldiers

Haredim angered by Smotrich's support for the draft

Haredi sources expressed disappointment at Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's refusal to advance measures that would benefit tens of thousands of conscription-eligible individuals.

Haredim angered by Smotrich's support for the draft

'Pilots are fine'

'Pilots are fine': US Apache helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz

An advanced US Army Apache attack helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz. Both pilots were rescued safely. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

'Pilots are fine': US Apache helicopter crashed in the Strait of Hormuz

Heritage Minister:

Heritage Minister: 'Without the Torah we have no right to exist'

Minister Amichai Eliyahu spoke out in favor of the exemption of Yeshiva students from the draft - as long as they are genuinely studying Torah.

Heritage Minister: 'Without the Torah we have no right to exist'

'Madmen of Tehran'

'Madmen of Tehran': Israeli Ambassador vows Iran won't dictate terms of regional truce

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter rejects claims of a rift between Trump and Netanyahu, calling the coordination historic.

'Madmen of Tehran': Israeli Ambassador vows Iran won't dictate terms of regional truce

Fired over Hamas commentary

Ex-BBC presenter sacked over Hamas commentary loses tribunal battle

A tribunal rejects an unfair dismissal claim from ex-BBC host Sean McGinty, who was fired over biased Hamas posts.

Ex-BBC presenter sacked over Hamas commentary loses tribunal battle

Vance:

Vance: US will pursue long-term Iran deal, Israel may not like it

US Vice President tells Fox News that US strategy toward Iran will focus on American interests, despite Israeli rifts.

Vance: US will pursue long-term Iran deal, Israel may not like it

EU sanctions IRGC over maritime blockades

The EU sanctions Iranian officials and an IRGC unit for disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.

EU sanctions IRGC over maritime blockades

Benny Gantz: I will not waste votes, my support will grow

Gantz on the brief campaign against the Tehran regime: "Every time the Iranians attack us, we must strike back in Iran in a smart and incisive manner."

Benny Gantz: I will not waste votes, my support will grow

Iran parliament speaker:

Iran parliament speaker: Tehran unfazed by potential collapse of US negotiations

Iran's parliament speaker says Tehran is not afraid of US talks failing, blending force with diplomacy.

Iran parliament speaker: Tehran unfazed by potential collapse of US negotiations

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan suspended amid harassment probe

ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan has been suspended for serious misconduct after a harassment probe.

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan suspended amid harassment probe

20 US lawmakers: We will help enact sovereignty

20 senators and congressmen hold an official solidarity event for Samaria Regional Council chairman Yossi Dagan at the Capitol Hill Club. "It's either a terror state or sovereignty."

20 US lawmakers: We will help enact sovereignty

The jets were waiting

The jets were waiting: How the US intervened to halt Israel’s attack in Iran

Ynet report provides details on how Trump pressured Netanyahu into aborting a massive retaliatory strike across Iran in order to protect nuclear talks.

The jets were waiting: How the US intervened to halt Israel’s attack in Iran

Netanyahu to ministers: It's best to coordinate with the US

A heated cabinet discussion saw Itamar Ben-Gvir urge a tougher line toward Washington while Netanyahu defended close ties with Trump.

Netanyahu to ministers: It's best to coordinate with the US

Over flotilla video

Italy launches investigation against Itamar Ben Gvir over flotilla video

Italy has officially announced that it is opening an investigation against Minister Ben Gvir over the video of his meeting with the flotilla participants to Gaza.

Italy launches investigation against Itamar Ben Gvir over flotilla video

Pahlavi: Iran regime endangers both Iranians and the region

The exiled Iranian crown prince accused the Islamic Republic of fueling conflict and said lasting peace requires the regime's removal.

Pahlavi: Iran regime endangers both Iranians and the region

'Israel will be alone'

'Israel will be alone' | Trump reveals dramatic call with Netanyahu over Iran

President Donald Trump said he urged Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid escalating the conflict with Iran and claimed he helped limit an Israeli strike.

'Israel will be alone' | Trump reveals dramatic call with Netanyahu over Iran

US Navy strikes tanker violating Iran blockade

CENTCOM said a US Navy fighter disabled an oil tanker after its crew ignored orders and continued sailing toward Iran.

US Navy strikes tanker violating Iran blockade

33 Israelis die every day from smoking

Data from the new smoking report by the Israel Ministry of Health reveals that one out of every four deaths in the country is caused by tobacco and nicotine.

33 Israelis die every day from smoking

Israel returns to near-normal activity after Iran attacks

The Home Front Command eased restrictions nationwide, allowing schools, workplaces, and activities to resume in most areas of the country on Tuesday.

Israel returns to near-normal activity after Iran attacks

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'If Iran attacks again, we'll respond with force'

After the announcement that Israel and Iran will not continue their mutual attacks, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a statement.

Netanyahu: 'If Iran attacks again, we'll respond with force'

The moving letter waiting for soldiers in Lebanon

IDF soldier Yehonatan Gottlieb published an unusual letter found in one of the villages, in which local residents thanked the IDF.

The moving letter waiting for soldiers in Lebanon

3 senior Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in Gaza

Muhammad Atiya Hassan Abu Afash, Farhat Zuhair Farhat Harara, and Abdallah Allah Riyad Masoud Qadoum were eliminated

3 senior Islamic Jihad terrorists eliminated in Gaza

US Ambassador:

US Ambassador: Lebanon-Israel talks reach 'point of no return'

US Ambassador Michel Issa praised progress in Lebanon-Israel negotiations, saying the process has reached a "point of no return."

US Ambassador: Lebanon-Israel talks reach 'point of no return'

Senior official

Senior official: Israel halting Iran strikes at Trump's request

A senior Israeli official said that at the request of US President Donald Trump, Israel is currently halting its retaliatory strikes on Iran.

Senior official: Israel halting Iran strikes at Trump's request

Iran declares: We completed operations against Israel

Iran declares end to strikes against Israel - on condition that Israel cease responding to Hezbollah's aggression.

Iran declares: We completed operations against Israel

Education Ministry sets date to reopen schools

Education Minister Yoav Kisch says schools should return to in-person learning quickly, matriculation exams to be suspended until next week.

Education Ministry sets date to reopen schools

'We Must Be Proactive':

'We Must Be Proactive': Global Jewish Forum launched to combat antisemitism

Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter, president of the Dirshu movement, announces the establishment of a global Jewish forum of yeshiva heads, Jewish leaders, and public figures in a coordinated effort to combat the growing wave of antisemitism around the world.

'We Must Be Proactive': Global Jewish Forum launched to combat antisemitism

Trump orders Israel and Iran to stop 'shooting'

In short social media post, US President Donald Trump calls on Israel and Iran to cease firing at each other says both sides seeking 'immediate ceasefire.'

Trump orders Israel and Iran to stop 'shooting'

Well-loved restaurant owner murdered in terrorist attack

Friends and business partners of Haim Kalomiti, survived by his wife and three daughters, describe him as a generous and beloved man who 'was always the first to help.'

Well-loved restaurant owner murdered in terrorist attack

IDF releases first footage of strikes on Iranian air defenses

DF publishes footage of a strike on Iranian aerial defense system, showing secondary explosions that indicated missiles were inside the launcher.

IDF releases first footage of strikes on Iranian air defenses

Yeshiva student exits helicopter shortly before crash

A private helicopter that flew a yeshiva student to the gravesite of Rabbi Yeshaya of Kerestir in Hungary crashed on its return flight to Poland, shortly after the passenger had disembarked.

Yeshiva student exits helicopter shortly before crash

Houthis declare additional escalation

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree declares naval blockade in Red Sea following missile launch towards central Israel.

Houthis declare additional escalation

IDF strikes Iranian strategic defense systems

Dozens of Israeli fighter jets strike strategic defense systems across Iran, expanding the IAF’s freedom of action in Iranian airspace.

IDF strikes Iranian strategic defense systems