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Trump on Iran:

Trump on Iran: Slowly but surely, we’re getting what we want

President Trump tells Fox News he is in no hurry to reach a deal with Iran, warns of alternative action if talks fail.

Trump on Iran: Slowly but surely, we’re getting what we want

Rabbi Elie Weinstock:

Rabbi Elie Weinstock: 'We need all parts of the Jewish people and all parts of Israel'

Rabbi Ellie Weinstock delivered remarks emphasizing Jewish unity, friendship, and support for Israel during a gathering hosted by the Israel Justice Organization and Arutz Sheva in Manhattan.

Rabbi Elie Weinstock: 'We need all parts of the Jewish people and all parts of Israel'

Jonathan Burkan: Arutz Sheva helped strengthen US-Israel ties

US Holocaust board member Jonathan Burkan recalls eye-opening visit to Joseph’s Tomb with Dr. Joe Frager and Arutz Sheva, praising news outlet's role in building support for Israel.

Jonathan Burkan: Arutz Sheva helped strengthen US-Israel ties

Watch:

Watch: Ahavat HaShem and Israel Ganz pray at Lubavitcher Rebbe's tomb

Binyamin Regional Council head and Yesha Council chairman Israel Ganz and Israeli Muay Thai fighter Ahavat HaShem Gordon prayed for the safety of IDF soldiers and for the success of Israel and the United States in the war against Iran.

Watch: Ahavat HaShem and Israel Ganz pray at Lubavitcher Rebbe's tomb

Boy killed in ATV accident in northern Israel

Four-year-old boy suffers critical injuries in ATV accident in northern Israel, hospital forced to declare his death.

Boy killed in ATV accident in northern Israel

Haredi rabbi declares draft dodger 'partner to God'

A yeshiva student from Har Nof who served twenty days in military detention for refusing to report to the recruitment office was received on Friday evening at the home of one of the leading rabbis in the haredi community.

Haredi rabbi declares draft dodger 'partner to God'

Hezbollah command center erupts in secondary explosions

IDF strikes Hezbollah artillery command center after terrorists identified in the area, secondary explosions indicating weapons stored inside.

Hezbollah command center erupts in secondary explosions

Report: Chinese missile shot down U.S. plane

NBC reported that Iran used a Chinese‑made shoulder‑fired missile to shoot down a U.S. fighter jet during last month’s fighting, citing three sources involved in the investigation.

Report: Chinese missile shot down U.S. plane

Home Front Command tightens restrictions in northern Israel

IDF updates defensive guidelines, closing schools in communities near Israel-Lebanon border due to increased fire from Lebanon.

Home Front Command tightens restrictions in northern Israel

Metula leader:

Metula leader: ‘If our residents don’t sleep, Beirut won’t sleep either’

Metula Council head David Azulay decries another night of sirens and fear along the northern border, demanding a stronger Israeli response as IDF forces reportedly operate north of the Litani.

Metula leader: ‘If our residents don’t sleep, Beirut won’t sleep either’

IDF tests new drone interception methods

IDF conducting operational trials on technological solutions for identifying and intercepting Hezbollah's explosive drones.

IDF tests new drone interception methods

Hezbollah launches around 30 rockets towards northern Israel

Rocket hits commercial center in Kiryat Shmona, beach near Nahariya, after Hezbollah terror group launches multiple barrages towards northern Israel.

Hezbollah launches around 30 rockets towards northern Israel

IDF expanding operations in southern Lebanon

Special operation north of the Litani River, planned for over a year, aims to secure Metula and other Galilee Panhandle communities.

IDF expanding operations in southern Lebanon

Britain:

Greek man accused of spying on UK-based Iran International reporter

Greek man jailed in the UK for using a hidden sock-camera to spy on a journalist for Iran International.

Greek man accused of spying on UK-based Iran International reporter

UJA chief slams Mamdani:

'Your absence will be long-remembered': UJA chief slams Mamdani over Israel parade boycott

UJA-Federation CEO Eric Goldstein writes open letter sharply rebuking Mayor Mamdani over his boycott of Sunday’s Israel Day parade.

'Your absence will be long-remembered': UJA chief slams Mamdani over Israel parade boycott

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Islamic Jihad

EU sanctions 10 Hamas Politburo members, imposing asset freezes and travel bans over terror ties.

EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Islamic Jihad

Demands lifting of blockade

Iran denies US deal reached, demands lifting of 'illegal' naval blockade

Iran denies reaching a final deal with the US, labeling the American naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz “illegal".

Iran denies US deal reached, demands lifting of 'illegal' naval blockade

IDF reveals:

IDF reveals: Hezbollah rockets hit church in southern Lebanon

IDF releases footage of Hezbollah rockets hitting an Orthodox church in southern Lebanon, in an area in which IDF soldiers are not operating.

IDF reveals: Hezbollah rockets hit church in southern Lebanon

Netanyahu: Our forces have crossed the Litani

During a visit to the northern border, Prime Minister Netanyahu confirms IDF troops have crossed Lebanon's Litani River: “We are dealing Hezbollah a crushing blow."

Netanyahu: Our forces have crossed the Litani

WSJ report:

WSJ report: UAE launched dozens of airstrikes in Iran in coordination with US and Israel

The UAE struck Iranian sites with US-Israeli backing during the war, sparking tensions with Saudi Arabia, according to The Wall Street Journal.

WSJ report: UAE launched dozens of airstrikes in Iran in coordination with US and Israel

Minister Sofer highlights US-Israel alliance and Jewish solidarity at Manhattan summit

Minister Ofir Sofer praises Jewish solidarity and strong US-Israel partnership during the war, calling them key to Israel’s security and future rebuilding efforts, at the Arutz Sheva Conference in Manhattan.

Minister Sofer highlights US-Israel alliance and Jewish solidarity at Manhattan summit

Lt. Col. Eliav Dickstein:

Lt. Col. Eliav Dickstein: 'Peace in the Middle East must come from strength and courage'

Lt. Col. (res.) Eliav Dickstein recounted his experiences in some of Israel's most significant military operations and called for a more assertive security policy as the war with Hezbollah continues.

Lt. Col. Eliav Dickstein: 'Peace in the Middle East must come from strength and courage'

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: Over 7,500 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated since start of war

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir says Hezbollah has suffered 'significant and unprecedented' damage, vows military to continue striking Hezbollah targets and expanding operations to protect northern communities.

IDF Chief of Staff: Over 7,500 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated since start of war

Watch: New Glenn explodes into massive fireball

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes during testing at Cape Canaveral in Florida.

Watch: New Glenn explodes into massive fireball

After nearly 20 years:

After nearly 20 years: Satmar Rebbe's legacy divided among four sons

Extended delay in dividing inheritance, caused by internal disagreements, resolved nearly two decades after former Satmar leader passed on.

After nearly 20 years: Satmar Rebbe's legacy divided among four sons

Smotrich demands: Drop prices immediately

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sends letter to business sector, demanding prices drop immediately due to shekel's increased buying power.

Smotrich demands: Drop prices immediately

Benny Gantz reveals family secret

Blue and White chair MK Benny Gantz says his wife Revital has been ill for several years, sharing his family's struggles and their recent decision.

Benny Gantz reveals family secret

In Munich:

In Munich: Yad Vashem to open first education center outside Israel

Yad Vashem to open first Holocaust Education Center outside Israel in Munich, aiming to strengthen Holocaust remembrance and education in Germany amid rising antisemitism and Holocaust distortion.

In Munich: Yad Vashem to open first education center outside Israel

Armed Arab suspect arrested near Jerusalem's Old City

Illegal Arab infiltrator from Hebron caught armed with loaded weapon, is arrested.

Armed Arab suspect arrested near Jerusalem's Old City

Plan to kill Jewish German leader thwarted

Afghani-Danish citizen arrested after planning attacks, following intelligence by Mossad and other agencies.

Plan to kill Jewish German leader thwarted

October 7 survivor marries after losing leg in Be’eri attack

Yosef Chaim, critically injured during the October 7 massacre, marries bride Nishmat in moving ceremony, breaking traditional wedding glass with his single leg. Watch.

October 7 survivor marries after losing leg in Be’eri attack

Painkillers during pregnancy?

Israeli research provides definitive safety data on painkiller use during pregnancy

Studies from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), based on analysis of over 264,000 pregnancies, show NSAIDs safe in early pregnancy, confirm safe use of paracetamol.

Israeli research provides definitive safety data on painkiller use during pregnancy

Largest Jewish library in New York inaugurated

Massive Jewish library established in New York with support of billionaire Jay Schottenstein. 'Jay Schottenstein is the Abraham of our generation, spreading the light of Torah in the broadest possible way.'

Largest Jewish library in New York inaugurated

Jewish leaders unite at IJO and Arutz Sheva summit in Manhattan

Israel Justice Organization and Arutz Sheva-Israel National News hold summit in Manhattan, attended by Jewish community leaders and Israeli ministers, stressing importance of unity and deep connection between Diaspora Jews and the State of Israel.

Jewish leaders unite at IJO and Arutz Sheva summit in Manhattan

Poll: Bennett-Lapid alliance continues to lose support

New poll shows Likud leading by narrow margin, center-left unable to form coalition without support.

Poll: Bennett-Lapid alliance continues to lose support

Israel concerned US-Iran agreement could limit IDF in Lebanon

Hezbollah heavily pressuring Iran to ensure its inclusion in ceasefire deal, official warns.

Israel concerned US-Iran agreement could limit IDF in Lebanon

'Security concerns'

British Museum reschedules Israel talk which was postponed due to security concerns

The British Museum reschedules its "Ancient Israel" lecture, originally scheduled for Thursday but postponed due to security reasons.

British Museum reschedules Israel talk which was postponed due to security concerns

Diaspora Ministry exposes

Diaspora Affairs Ministry exposes: How the UN turned Hamas propaganda into 'facts'

New website launched by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs unveils a special report detailing how the UN transformed Hamas propaganda into "established facts."

Diaspora Affairs Ministry exposes: How the UN turned Hamas propaganda into 'facts'

Poll: Likud opens wide lead

According to a new Channel 14 poll, the Likud party holds a substantial lead, while slates led by Bennett and Lapid, along with the Yashar party, tie at 15 seats.

Poll: Likud opens wide lead

Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’

Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’: Three injured in stabbing attack in Swiss train station

31-year-old extremist injures three people while shouting “Allahu Akbar" in a Swiss train station terror attack.

Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’: Three injured in stabbing attack in Swiss train station