1,000th aircraft in military airlift operation arrives in Israel
The 1,000th aircraft in the comprehensive military equipment and weapons airlift operation, which commenced immediately following the outbreak of war, landed in Israel this morning.
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IDF launches wave of strikes in Lebanon
After warning residents, the IDF launched a wave of strikes against Hezbollah military infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon.
Arbitrator rules
Arbitrator rules: The 'Terrorists' Faction must vacate the Ponevezh Yeshiva
An arbitration ruling by retired judge David Cheshin obligates Rabbi Markowitz to vacate the buildings of the Ponevezh Yeshiva and determines that control remains in the hands of Rabbi Kahaneman.
Cheshvan 29:
Cheshvan 29: Sigd - the holiday of Ethiopian Jewry
Ethiopian Jewish immigrants to Israel brought a willingness to contribute and a pure Zionism centered on longing for Jerusalem as a heavenly city, but they also brought a previously unknown holiday that has been officially recognized in the State of Israel.
Under heavy security:
Under heavy security: MK Tzvi Succot visits garbage burning site in Arab town
After a briefing at the Shoham council, MK Tzvi Succot visited the garbage burning site in the PA town of Ni'lin. The site harms the air quality throughout the Shoham region.
Iran releases seized tanker after five-day standoff
Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Talara, intercepted by Iran's Revolutionary Guard near UAE waters, released without charges after days in Iranian custody
Holocaust survivor's dream fulfilled at 101
Holocaust survivor and centenarian artist Bezalel Katz finally fulfilled his lifelong dream of presenting a solo exhibition.
Coalition members oppose current version of draft bill: 'We won't support a symbolic bill'
The Religious Zionist Party rejected the current version of the haredi draft bill, insisting it will only back legislation that truly increases military enlistment among haredim.
30% increase in reports of sexual offenses in schools
A new report shows a 30% rise in reports of sexual harm in educational institutions, a surge in assaults committed under the influence of date-rape drugs, and that most cases are closed without indictment.
In memory of fallen commander
Remembering the fallen commander | Wounded vet and Amb. Leiter dance with the Torah
Elisha Medan, who was wounded in the battle where Dr. Moshe Yedidyah Leiter fell, attended the Torah dedication ceremony in his memory with Moshe's father, Israel's Ambassador to the US.
Survey:
Survey: Israeli Jews turn to tradition, shift right politically amid war
New data shows growing religious observance and increased belief in God, with a sharp rightward political shift, particularly among Jewish youth in Israel.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: Southern Command intelligence officer ignored Hamas attack
Lt. Col. Ariel Levovsky, who served as the Southern Command intelligence officer during the October 7th massacre, has been revealed as having known of the Hamas plan - and ignoring it.
Hostages Square:
Hostages Square: Alon Ohel performs song that carried him through captivity
Just over a month after his release from Hamas captivity, Alon Ohel returned to Hostages Square and played the song that gave him strength during 700+ days in Gaza.
Watch:
Watch: 'You're afraid this law will apply to your friends'
A stormy clash took place this morning in the Knesset National Security Committee during a discussion on a bill to impose the death penalty on terrorists. Several MKs were ejected from the hearing.
Gush Etzion terror attack:
Gush Etzion terror attack: Victim remains in severe condition
Hadassah Medical Center reported that the 40-year-old woman who was severely wounded in the terror attack at the Gush Etzion Junction remains sedated and on a ventilator.
Degel Hatorah spiritual leaders green-light advancing Draft Bill
Rabbi Dov Lando and Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch have authorized the Degel Hatorah party to continue advancing the Draft Bill in the committee stage.
'Traitors' blood'
Threatening graffiti spray-painted on news station's office
Entrance to Reshet 13 building in Tel Aviv vandalized with spray-painted threats, complaint to be filed with police.
IDF eliminates two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon
IDF strikes, kills two Hezbollah terrorists, one involved in rebuilding Hezbollah infrastructure and another seen gathering intelligence on IDF forces, in southern Lebanon.
Senior Analyst:
Senior Analyst: Bin Salman does not want a Palestinian state
Senior Arab affairs commentator Zvi Yehezkeli explained why, in his view, US President Donald Trump's announcement of intent to sell F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia is troubling - but not highly worrying.
Ashdod:
Ashdod: Extremists protest outside Shas MK's home
Jerusalem Faction protestors demonstrate Draft Law proposal outside home of Shas MK Yinon Azoulay in Ashdod.
Leading haredi rabbi expected to greenlight Draft Law proposal
Lithuanian-haredi leader Rabbi Dov Lando expected to conditionally-approve Draft Law proposal, work togehther with Shas to support bill.
Jewish woman given plea deal for fatally ramming haredi family
Miriam Yarimi has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in a March 2024 high-speed crash on Ocean Parkway that killed a mother and two of her children and severely injured a third child.
Maryland man admits threats to dozens of Jewish institutions
Clift Seferlis pleads guilty to threatening over 25 Jewish institutions across five states. He faces up to 169 years in prison and a $5.65 million fine when sentenced in March.
The special gift Binyamin Regional Council head gave to Eric Adams
Binyamin Regional Council head Israel Ganz meets outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams and presents him with a piece of art crafted from fragments of an Iranian missile that struck the council.
Trump designates Saudi Arabia as major non-NATO ally
President Trump announces Saudi Arabia’s designation as a major non-NATO ally during a White House dinner with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Yair Lapid’s new recruit: Maj. Gen. (res.) Noam Tibon
Maj. Gen. (res.) Noam Tibon, former commander of the Northern Corps, joins the Yesh Atid party.
Bill sent to Trump
Senate unanimously passes Epstein files bill, sends to Trump for signature
The US Senate unanimously approves a bill to release all unclassified Jeffrey Epstein files, sending it to President Trump after a 427-1 House vote. Trump now supports the measure after months of opposition.
White House:
White House: US-Saudi pact includes F-35s, tanks, and $1 trillion investment boost
After Trump-MBS meeting, the White House announces that the US and Saudi Arabia sealed nearly $1 trillion in deals, including F-35 sales, nuclear energy, AI, and critical minerals.
Bereaved daughter writes
Bereaved daughter writes: One building in Kiryat Arba - eight murdered
Bat Sheva Sadan writes about the building where her parents lived - eight of whose residents were murdered in terror attacks, the most recent being Aharon Cohen, who was murdered at the Gush Etzion Junction.
Released in Shalit deal:
Released in Shalit deal: Hamas terror architect orchestrating attacks in Judea and Samaria
Ayman Abu Khalil, a terrorist released in the Shalit deal and exiled to Turkey, is directing attacks and facilitating the flow of funds and weapons into Judea and Samaria.
University Heights, Ohio:
First orthodox Jewish woman voted as mayor of US city
Michelle Weiss was elected mayor of University Heights, Ohio, becoming the first orthodox Jewish woman to serve as a mayor in the US.
Rabbi Ze'ev Smason elected Coalition for Jewish Values Vice President
The Coalition for Jewish Values (CJV), representing over 2,500 traditional, Orthodox Rabbis in American public policy, today announced the election by its Rabbinic Board of Rabbi Ze'ev Smason of St. Louis, Missouri, as Vice President of the organization.
Brooklyn:
Brooklyn court convicts man who planned to poison Hasidic children
A Brooklyn federal jury convicted Michael Chkikvishvili of leading a hate-driven plot to poison Hasidic children and promote mass attacks, with prosecutors warning his activities posed a grave threat to the community.
Chief of Staff:
Chief of Staff: 'We remain vigilant, we will continue to protect the communities'
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir surveyed the site of the deadly attack at Gush Etzion, offering condolences to the victim’s family and praising reservists who engaged and killed the terrorists.
Lethal injection:
The principles of the death penalty law for terrorists
According to the published principles, the death penalty law will only apply to the murder of Jews and there will be no ability to appeal the sentence, which will be carried out within 90 days by lethal injection.
Defense Min. advances major reform to boost defense exports
Following Defense Minister Israel Katz's policy directive, the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Director General, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram approved the implementation of recommendations of an expert committee established to boost defense exports.
Texas declares CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood terrorist organizations
Texas Governor Greg Abbott today designated the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as foreign terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations.
US ambassador:
US ambassador: It was either Hamas or IDF in Gaza, & no new peace deals with IDF there
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz said the Gaza conflict left only two options: Hamas or permanent IDF control. He stressed that long-term Israeli administration over Gaza would hinder the expansion of the Abraham Accords, the administration’s top priority.
Watch
Watch: PM writes letter in Torah in memory of Moshe Leiter
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a Torah dedication ceremony honoring fallen IDF reservist Dr. Moshe Yedidyah Leiter, son of Israel’s ambassador to the US.
Trump:
Trump: F-35s sold to Saudi Arabia will be 'similar level' to Israel's
During meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, US President Donald Trump says Israel and Saudi Arabia 'are at a level where they should get top of the line.'