'Jew' painted on Jewish family's mailbox
In an antisemitic incident in Hamburg, Germany, unknown individuals carved the word 'Jew' onto the mailbox of a Jewish family living in the Harburg district.
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Donald Trump:
Donald Trump: 'We have to make a deal, otherwise it's going to be very traumatic'
US President Donald Trump says that Iran must make a deal, 'otherwise it's going to be very traumatic. They should have made a deal the first time, then they got Midnight Hammer instead.'
Before returning to Israel
Netanyahu before returning to Israel: Doubtful about a deal with Iran
Netanyahu calls meeting with President Trump 'excellent,' says any deal with Iran must include ballistic missile threat and proxies.
Second woman identified in Ashdod factory accident; faulty protective suits suspected
Irina Radchuk, a chemical engineer who immigrated from Ukraine, is the second worker who died yesterday in the disaster at the Ashdod refinery.
Police Investigations Dept.:
Police Investigations Department: Prison Commissioner must be prosecuted
Government legal advisor and state attorney are considering filing charges against Prison Service commissioner on suspicion of misconduct in office, subject to a hearing.
'Putting down roots'
'Putting down roots': Israeli activists plant trees in southern Lebanon
Dozens of activists, including bereaved families and IDF reservists, cross the border to plant trees, calling for renewed Jewish settlement in the area.
Making historical amends:
Historic milestone in the south: Hadassah inaugurates advanced medical center in Netivot
'Establishment of the medical center in Netivot is a landmark national event and recognition of the full rights of the residents of the south,' says Hadassah CEO, Prof. Yoram Weiss, at a festive ceremony inaugurating Hadassah-Helmsley Netivot.
UN moves to clear massive Gaza City wartime dump
UNDP launches six-month operation to relocate towering waste pile that buried Gaza City’s historic Fras Market amid health concerns.
The IDF's unusual message to Iranians
Military urges 'patriotic Iranians' to contact official channels for cooperation, hours after leaders discuss Iran and ongoing nuclear negotiations.
Assuta hospital:
4-week-old baby dies at Assuta Hospital of respiratory failure
A four-week-old baby died of respiratory failure at Assuta Hospital in Ashdod after consuming recalled Nutrilon products.
For the first time
For the first time: Private bus line between Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion Airport on Saturday
Route 711 between Tel Aviv and Shoham will add a stop at the airport, and rides on the line will be free. Organizers emphasize: 'Not a political statement.'
2025:
During 2025, 746 requests submitted by employers to dismiss reserve soldiers
The Defense Ministry committee in charge of safeguarding the rights of reserve soldiers handled 1,489 inquiries over the past year, with a significant rise in claims.
Watch:
Watch: IDF practices responses to extreme scenarios in Golan Heights
As part of a series of drills aimed at strengthening community defense readiness, an additional exercise has been completed in Golan Heights communities.
18 years in prison for killer of elderly Jewish man
A court in France sentenced Rashid Hanish, 55, to 18 years in prison after convicting him of murdering his Jewish neighbor, Rene Hajaj, 89, in Lyon in 2022.
Director fired: Slip of the tongue on Iranian TV
A television reporter in Iran shouted "Death to Khamenei" live on air - within seconds, the sound on the broadcast was muted due to the embarrassment.
Smotrich warns the left about Bennett
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich estimated that former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett will transfer votes from left-wing voters to the right in the upcoming elections. And what did he say when asked if he would shake Bennett's hand?
Seized goat herd from Israeli farm released
The goats seized by the Civil Administration were released following a demand by the organization Honenu appealing against the terms of the seizure.
Fearing assassinations
Fearing assassinations: Terrorist groups in Gaza change operational tactics
The new instructions for terrorists include prolonged hiding, reducing the use of technology, and tightening personal security protocols, following attacks on commanders in the field.
Israelis bet on a strike in Iran using IDF information
A reservist and a civilian are accused of using internal information gathered in the military to bet on the timing of military operations on the betting site 'Polymarket'.
Shocking footage
Shocking footage: Suspect sets fire to police officers who came to save him
An indictment has been filed against a suspect who set fire to police officers who came to rescue him after he threatened to harm himself.
Two of the Jews arrested in protests in Iran released
Two Jews from Tehran and Shiraz, who were arrested during protests against the regime, were released following efforts by the Jewish community. One remains in custody, and efforts for his release continue.
President Herzog:
President Herzog: 'Jewish hope is a promise, not a dream'
Speaking in Melbourne, President Herzog delivered an address against antisemitism and terror, calling on Jews worldwide to stand proud and reaffirming Israel’s role in defending the free world.
Ministers to vote on Lapid's bill to declare Qatar an enemy state
The bill by opposition leader Yair Lapid to recognize Qatar as an enemy state will be brought to a vote in the Ministerial Committee for Legislation on Sunday.
Suspicion: Psychological warfare at IDF Base
The IDF suspects that unidentified individuals took control of a WhatsApp group of Air Force soldiers at the Palmachim base. As a result, procedures for securing information have been tightened.
Five men murdered in Arab communities in twelve hours
Five people were murdered in a series of shooting incidents across the Arab sector within a span of just 12 hours, in Segev Shalom, Rahat, Yarka, Lod and Fureidis.
Nachshonim: Without Civilian Support, Haredi Enlistment Will Fail
The Nachshonim organization argues that without steady civilian backing, enlistment efforts cannot truly succeed.
Rare sighting in north
Rare sighting in the north: A Honey Badger caught on camera
A farmer in northern Israel captured a rare image of a honey badger. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority: "We’re happy to see evidence of this unique animal here with us."
Police investigate antisemitic vandalism at Maryland synagogue
Local police are investigating antisemitic graffiti found at a synagogue in Olney. Local officials and state leaders condemn the incident, vowing efforts to combat hate.
Lebanon to decide on second phase of disarming terrorist groups
Lebanon will decide next week how to proceed with the second phase of its plan to control arms north of the Litani River. Hezbollah has refused to disarm despite ceasefire agreement.
'Rude and arrogant'
Degel HaTorah slams Yesh Atid’s Stern: Rude and arrogant
MK Elazar Stern angers members of the Degel HaTorah party after criticizing the leader of the haredi Lithuanian community, Rabbi Dov Lando.
Russia moves to block WhatsApp as it promotes state surveillance app
Russia attempts to block WhatsApp as part of a broader effort to promote the state-backed MAX app, citing surveillance concerns.
Deadly Canada school shooting:
Deadly school shooting in Canada: Suspect identified as 18-year-old woman
Police say 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar carried out Tuesday’s deadly school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC. Authorities have not determined the motive.
After Netanyahu-Trump meeting
After Netanyahu-Trump meeting: Another aircraft carrier to be sent to Middle East
Wall Street Journal reports that the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush will join the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East - at the order of President Trump.
Iran's Foreign Minister launches attack against Miriam Adelson
Abbas Araghchi in sharply-worded post against the billionaire who is close to President Trump: "Who benefits from the narrative she promotes?"
Carrie Prejean Boller ousted from White House Religious Liberty Commission
Dan Patrick removes Carrie Prejean Boller from Religious Liberty Commission after antisemitism hearing dispute
After 'common enemy' comments
France calls for Francesca Albanese's resignation after 'common enemy' comments
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot tells lawmaker the French government demands UN Rapporteur's resignation after her latest hateful rant against Israel.
Trump:
Trump: 'Good meeting with Netanyahu, nothing definitive on Iran'
US President says after 3-hour meeting with PM Netanyahu: 'There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated.'
Nitzan died in Ashdod refinery disaster
Nitzan Goichman, mother of three, is one of two workers killed in the refinery disaster in Ashdod. The investigation into the tragic incident is ongoing.
Yoseph Haddad considers establishing a new party
A survey by the Midgam Institute indicates that a party led by Yosef Hadad crosses the electoral threshold with four seats, at the expense of right-wing and centrist parties.
Cleared for publication
Cleared for publication: Ramming, stabbing attack at Hizma checkpoint foiled
A terrorist arrested after being involved in an accident was planning to carry out a combined car-ramming and stabbing attack in the Jerusalem envelope. Several knives were found in his car during a search.
