Finance Minister: Grants for reservists to continue in 2026
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says grants provided to reservists' families will not be harmed, continue in 2026, even though emergency call-ups have ended.
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Watch: Religious Zionist MK offers encouragement to haredi soldiers
Dozens protest outside Jerusalem Draft Office, MK Tzvi Succot distributes chocolates to haredi recruits, offering encouragement.
Unprecedented lawsuit against the State
A., 30 years old, sues Health Ministry for seven million NIS, claiming the State hid the fact that she was born via egg donation.
Over two years later:
Over 2 years later: Terrorists' weapons, used during Oct. 7 massacre, are found in Be'eri
Over two years after the October 7 massacre, weapons and communications devices used by Hamas terrorists to massacre the community are found in Kibbutz Be'eri's preschool.
Strauss raises ice cream prices
Strauss Ice Cream announced a price increase of 4.8% on average, with some products rising by up to 9%. The change will take effect from December 1.
Trump Writes To Herzog:
Trump Writes To Herzog: 'Pardon Netanyahu, his attention cannot be diverted'
President Herzog received a signed letter from President Trump urging him to consider pardoning Netanyahu. Herzog clarified that a pardon request requires a formal procedure in accordance with the rules.
US rabbis join call for action against claims of Israel committing 'genocide'
Top US rabbis back Lemkin family in fight against use of “Lemkin” name to accuse Israel of genocide.
Rabbi Lando:
Rabbi Lando: 'People harassing Yeshiva students have never known Torah'
Haredi leader Rabbi Dov Lando criticized draft initiatives and called for the continued strengthening of Torah study.
As Hamas violates ceasefire:
As Hamas violates ceasefire, Israel opens Zikim Crossing to Gaza aid
Zikim Crossing opens to allow truckloads of humanitarian aid into Gaza, as Hamas continues to violate ceasefire and refuses to return bodies of deceased hostages.
Israel offers:
Israel offers: Hamas terrorists in Rafah tunnels can surrender and be exiled
Israeli source outlines US-brokered plan to resolve Rafah crisis, says terrorists may surrender weapons and agree to exile.
UK police still probing Glastonbury chants of 'death to the IDF'
UK police confirm they are still investigating Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury chant of “death to the IDF” this past June.
Iran:
Iran: We want peaceful nuclear deal, but won’t compromise security
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says “Tehran is not seeking nuclear bombs”, stresses his country seeks a peaceful nuclear deal but won’t compromise security.
After ICE detention
British commentator Sami Hamdi agrees to leave US after ICE detention
UK commentator Sami Hamdi will leave the US after ICE detained him over pro-Hamas remarks. CAIR says he was targeted for criticizing Israel.
Chief Rabbi to Milei:
Chief Rabbi to Argentine President: We pray for your success
Rabbi David Yosef meets Argentine President Javier Milei during official visit to local Jewish communities.
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Report: Iran flooding Judea and Samaria with advanced weapons
Washington Free Beacon reveals Iran is arming Judea and Samaria terror cells with drones, rockets, and explosives to replicate Oct. 7.
Sharaa confirms:
Sharaa confirms Syria is in direct talks with Israel
In an interview with the Washington Post, Syrian President accuses Israel of expansionism and demands a withdrawal to pre-December 8 borders, says Trump backs Syria’s position in ongoing negotiations.
Hezbollah Secretary-General threatens Israel, refuses to disarm
Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem reiterates refusal to disarm despite pressure from the US and Israel on the Lebanese government.
After diplomatic pressure
French government reverses ban on Israeli defense firms after diplomatic pressure
After Paris announced the disqualification of eight Israeli defense firms from a military exhibition, diplomatic intervention reverses the decision.
Global Jewish unity urged amid alarming rise in antisemitism
At the EJA conference in Poland, Jewish leaders warn, 'History is repeating itself,' 'the war declared open season on Jews,' now is the time for worldwide Jewish unity.
Smotrich, Netanyahu agree
Smotrich, Netanyahu agree: Crisis with Religious Zionism Party resolved
After a meeting held this evening, it was agreed to advance the approval of a tax benefits bill for IDF reservists - in exchange for the Religious Zionism Party returning to vote with the coalition.
Mahmood Mamdani:
Mahmood Mamdani: 'The anxiety isn't about Zohran'
In an Instagram interview, father of the new mayor of New York City, Mahmood Mamdani, tells Anand Giridharadas what people today actually fear.
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Watch: The Goldin family’s final journey with Hadar
On Tuesday evening, footage was released from inside the Goldin family’s vehicle as they accompanied the coffin of Lt. Hadar Goldin on his final journey - moments before his funeral.
Israeli approval:
Israel approves local militia to secure reconstruction work in Rafah
The Abu Shabab militia, operating in coordination with Israeli forces, has been tasked with securing reconstruction efforts in Rafah, as discussions continue over their future role once the IDF withdraws.
Minister Ron Dermer announces resignation from Strategic Affairs Post
Minister Ron Dermer informed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of his resignation as Minister for Strategic Affairs, saying he promised his family he would serve for only 2 years.
'We waited 11 years for this moment':
'We waited 11 years for this moment': Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin
Shortly after the funeral of Staff Sergeant Hadar Goldin, his former commander published a letter about his personal closure for one of his soldiers.
Herzog
Herzog: 'Africa is important to us, no reason to push us aside'
President Isaac Herzog of Israel conducts State visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo, meets President Félix Tshisekedi in an official ceremony at the Presidential Palace
Rabbis call for BBC to 'clean house' after network leaders resign
Coalition for Jewish Values UK call on the BBC to address pervasive bias after BBC Director General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness were both forced to resign.
Argentina:
Chief Rabbi David Yosef secures release of an 'aguna' in Argentina
During his visit to Argentina, Chief Rabbi David Yosef personally intervened to free a woman who had been an 'aguna' for twelve years, ensuring the 'get' was finally granted.
Gal Gadot receives 2026 Genesis Prize
Wonder Woman star honored for her defense of Israel and opposition to Hamas in the 2 years since the October 7 massacre.
Comptroller warns
Comptroller warns: Israel lacks coherent national security doctrine
State Comptroller's report states: Israel does not have a structured national security policy - and this harms coordination, budgeting and strategic planning.
'It's Over'
'It's Over:' Idan Amedi’s farewell song to Hadar Goldin
At the funeral of the late Lieutenant Hadar Goldin at the military cemetery in Kfar Saba, singer and songwriter Idan Amedi sang his song "It's Over" in front of the officer's grave.
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Full circle | Watch: IDF destroys tunnel shaft through which Hadar Goldin was abducted
Just hours after his body was returned to Israel for burial, Nahal Combat Team destroyed the tunnel through which Hamas terrorists abducted the body of Hadar Goldin in August 2014.
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Watch: Otzma Yehudit MK storms lecture in Ben-Gurion University
MK Almog Cohen burst into a lecture by Dr. Sebastian Ben-Daniel at Ben-Gurion University in Beersheba, in protest of his remarks against the IDF.
IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee to retire
After 20 years as the IDF’s Arabic‑language spokesman and a prominent voice in the Arab world, Avichay Adraee is retiring. His successor will be named in the coming weeks.
Muslim-majority Albania joins Israel Allies Foundation network
The new caucus joined a global network of over 60 pro-Israel parliamentary groups worldwide, advancing faith-based diplomacy and strengthening international support for the State of Israel.
Israel inaugurates new embassy in Tallinn, Estonia
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar opens Israel’s new embassy in Tallinn, emphasizing shared values, innovation, and growing strategic ties with Estonia.
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Watch: Left-wing activists interrupt Minister Dichter's speech
During Agriculture Minister Avi Dichter's speech at the 2025 International Gulf Conference on Regionalism, left-wing activists burst into the hall and shouted slogans denouncing the government.
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Rabbi Perez and Yaakov Hagoel to lead Word Zionist Organization
World Zionist Congress elects new leadership with overwhelming support, marking record Diaspora participation.
'A Jewish warrior'
'A Jewish warrior' | Hadar Goldin is laid to rest after over 11 years in Hamas captivity
Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, abducted in 2014 and returned this week, is laid to rest in Kfar Saba with full military honors.
Report:
Report: US to build large military base near Gaza border
Reports say the US is advancing a large military base in the Gaza envelope, costing around $500 million, to support international forces under a cease‑fire framework-coordinated with Israel and the IDF.