Lebanon
Lebanon: 3 soldiers wounded, 1 seriously, by explosive drone
An explosive drone launched by Hezbollah fell near the Lebanese border. One soldier was seriously injured and another was moderately injured.
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This Shall Not Stand:
This Shall Not Stand: Forest Hills community to hold mass rally against antisemitism
More than 1,000 residents are expected to gather at Yellowstone Park in Forest Hills on Sunday for “This Shall Not Stand," a community rally aimed at combating antisemitism and mobilizing long-term action.
Watch
Watch: 8 terror tunnels demolished in eastern Rafah
Negev Brigade soldiers destroyed terror tunnels with a total length of 2.5 kilometers, including a strategic tunnel where terrorists were eliminated.
Terror in London
Man shouts at Jewish passengers, “You should all go to the gas chambers"
The suspect shouted "It's a shame Hitler didn't kill you" and "You should all go to the gas chambers," while also threatening to kill Jewish children and claiming to have a knife.
Recruiting before military service
Recruiting before military service: Soldiers arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran
Four young Israelis, including three active-duty soldiers, were arrested on suspicion of being recruited by Iranian intelligence and carrying out sensitive missions on its behalf.
Investigation concluded
Investigation concluded: 19 teenagers to be charged in over murder of Yamano Zalka
The brutal murder, and the fact that the suspects are all teenagers, shocked the country.
Poll: The alliance that should worry Likud
According to new polling data, a joint run by Avigdor Liberman and Gadi Eisenkot - with Eisenkot leading the list - could give the anti-Netanyahu bloc 61 Knesset seats.
Unusual incident
Unusual incident | Live shots over heads of Jewish protesters at Git Junction
During a demonstration against the evacuation of outposts, an IDF soldier opened fire in the air to disperse the protesters.
Irish athletes and celebrities:
Irish athletes and celebrities demand boycott of soccer match against Israel
Irish sports stars and celebrities urge a boycott of the UEFA Nations League match against Israel.
Texas victory
Texas victory: Judge orders CAIR to reveal foreign donors, Gaza travel records
Federal judge orders CAIR to release donor lists and travel data in a Texas terror-link probe.
Report:
Report: Hamas terrorists using Turkish ranges and drone schools for training
Kan 11 News reports that Hamas is using Turkish shooting ranges and drone schools to train for future conflicts with Israel.
Third arrest made in attempted arson at north London synagogue
Police arrest a third suspect after an arson attempt at the Finchley Reform Synagogue in London.
Netanyahu urged to halt aid to Gaza
The Gvura Forum, representing over 300 bereaved families, sends blistering letter to the Prime Minister demanding an immediate halt to the entry of goods into the Gaza Strip.
California:
Anti-Israel activist pleads guilty in fatal attack on Jewish demonstrator in California
Former professor pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of Paul Kessler during a protest north of Los Angeles in November of 2023.
Trump: Ceasefire still on
US hits Iranian ports after naval attack on destroyers, Trump: Ceasefire still on
US destroyers repel Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces retaliate on port bases. Iran claims US violated the ceasefire, but Trump says it is still in effect.
Election Committee dismisses Likud petition against Bennett
Central Elections Committee chairman, Justice Noam Sohlberg, rejects a petition filed by Likud against Naftali Bennett regarding the use of a photo featuring former Deputy Police Commissioner Ami Eshed in uniform.
Emirati attack?
Emirati attack? Reports in Iran of mysterious explosions in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island
Iranian media report explosions and exchanges of fire near the Strait of Hormuz, with claims pointing to possible UAE involvement.
The bride was 16: Footage released from police raid in Yavne’el
The police have released footage from a raid on a 16-year-old minor's wedding. Despite the family's claims that it was an engagement, the officers located a ketubah, a ring, and a decorated vehicle.
New poll predicts strong win for Netanyahu bloc
A Channel 14 poll projects 65 seats for Netanyahu’s bloc, while a separate Channel 12 survey shows a tight race with the opposition.
Boulder firebomb attacker sentenced to life without parole
Mohamed Soliman sentenced to life without parole for deadly firebomb attack on Boulder rally supporting Israeli hostages in Gaza.
The Council of Europe's warning
Representatives of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe participated in a special event to mark 'Liberation and Rescue Day.'
Herzog meets Costa Rica’s Jewish community during official visit
President Isaac Herzog met Jewish leaders and students in Costa Rica, praising the community’s vitality and historic support for Israel.
The viral confrontation between Eyal Waldman and a protester from Gaza
Dozens of protesters besieged the Israeli pavilion at the Venice Biennale. High-tech entrepreneur Eyal Waldman tried to talk to a protester from Gaza and was met with aggression.
CIA report: Iran can withstand US blockade for months
A CIA assessment says Iran could withstand the US naval blockade for months while retaining much of its missile arsenal despite ongoing strikes.
After Katz’s signature
After Katz’s signature: Tally Gotliv prepares for immunity battle in the Knesset
The Defense Minister signed the document that will allow the Attorney General to prosecute MK Tally Gotliv for revealing the identity of a senior Shin Bet officer.
Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister sanctioned over Iran oil operation
The US imposed sanctions on Iraqi officials and companies accused of diverting oil revenues to Iran and Tehran-backed terrorist groups.
IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Terrorist who abducted Mia Schem eliminated
Ibrahim Abu Tzakar, a Hamas terrorist who operated as a paramedic and abducted Mia Schem from the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, was eliminated in Gaza.
Attorneys of soldier who shot armed citizen claim 'injustice'
Evidentiary stage in trial against IDF reservist who killed armed Israeli begins, as eyewitness describes extent of failures.
Watch:
Watch: IDF drone chases down Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon
Soldiers from the 146th Division worked with the IAF to eliminate 20 Hezbollah terrorists. Working with Yahalom troops, the forces demolished a 30-meter-long underground tunnel route.
Haredi draft crisis: Porush calls for US pressure on Israel
MK Meir Porush urges the Trump administration to pressure Israel to stop arrests of haredi draft evaders, claims that, in contrast to the US, Israel acts 'in ways of persecution against yeshiva students.'
Border Police Undercover Unit arrests PA policeman & ISIS operative who planned attacks
Undercover Border Police forces operating in Judea and Samaria arrested three wanted suspects this week who were allegedly planning imminent terrorist attacks.
Events cancelled:
Events cancelled: Northern Israel on high alert after Beirut elimination
Nahariya cancels mass events as security forces ask to avoid large gatherings in anticipation of Hezbollah retribution after strike that killed Radwan Force commander.
Herzog to children in Panama
Herzog to children in Panama: 'Be proud of your Jewish identity, raise your head high'
President Herzog concluded the first part of his official visit to Central America in Panama with a meeting with the country’s Jewish community, including Jewish schoolchildren.
Watch:
Watch: Teen firebomb cell from Bethlehem caught
Three terrorists from Bethlehem rented scooters, rode them to a wall overlooking a main highway, and threw Molotov cocktails and rocks toward Israeli vehicles.
IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons sites in Nabatieh
IAF targets weapons production infrastructure, drone launch positions and terror operatives transferring arms in southern Lebanon.
Arab MK to lose his physician's license?
Israel Medical Association warns MK Ahmad Tibi over 'psychopath' remarks, demands he retract statement, show restraint.
Revealed: How Hezbollah terrorists launch rockets
IDF reveals footage showing Hezbollah terrorist launching rockets at Israeli troops before attempting to hide in a residential building.
Two former Chinese ministers sentenced to death for corruption
A military court on Thursday convicted Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu of accepting bribes and ordered the confiscation of all their personal assets.
Judge demands PM Netanyahu submit full medical file
Judge Menachem Mizrachi accepts defendants' request, orders Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to submit complete medical file.
Gun and Prosthetics:
Gun and Prosthetics: War amputee puts on tefillin after losing both legs
The Instagram account 'Soldiers Smiling' published an emotional photo of Rabbi Liraz Ze'ira laying tefillin in the street, months after he was severely wounded in southern Syria and lost both his legs.
