5-year-old from Skver Hasidic community killed in road accident
5-year-old boy severely injured in a hit-and-run accident in the Skver Hasidic neighborhood in New York State and succumbed to his injuries at Westchester Medical Center.
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2024 Poverty Report:
More than a quarter of Israeli children living below poverty line
Israel ranks second in the OECD for child poverty, amid deep social and regional gaps, after 2024 poverty report shows worsening conditions for children, with about two million Israelis living in poverty, including some 880,000 children
Former hostage Sasha Troufanov describes torture, harassment
Former hostage Sasha Troufanov, held 498 days in Gaza, warns in interview with BBC that rebuilding Gaza won't prevent future attacks: “The terrorists told me 'we will do this again and again.'"
Somalia's decision hurts Israeli companies
Somalia’s move to block Arkia flights from passing through its airspace is expected to extend flight times to Thailand.
Man charged with hate crime after ramming Chabad headquarters in New York
36-year-old charged with hate crimes after ramming his car five times into Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn.
Pahlavi praises EU terror listing of IRGC, calls for more action
Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi welcomes the EU's designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization, saying it sends a message the regime has no legitimacy.
After Trump-Schumer talks
US Senate reaches funding agreement after Trump, Schumer negotiations
Trump and Senate Democrats reach a deal to fund most of the government until September while giving DHS a two-week extension.
Civil Administration extracts Jewish woman from Jericho
Civil Administration forces extract a Jewish woman in Jericho after reports indicate she was wandering in the area, putting her safety at risk.
In Zelenskyy's birthplace
In Zelenskyy's birthplace: Chabad emissary's home hit in Russian strike
The home of the rabbi of the Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih hit by a Russian drone. No injuries reported.
'The big plan'
'The big plan': Trump considers extensive strike on Iran
The US is weighing large-scale attacks on Revolutionary Guard facilities. Israeli officials estimate that a limited military move will not topple the Iranian regime.
Pete Hegseth
Pete Hegseth: US military will be 'ready' to strike Iran
Secretary of War cites last year's strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, capture of Nicolas Maduro as evidence that the US can achieve its objective in Iran if Trump orders a strike.
Poll
Poll: Netanyahu's opponents need Arab parties to form a government
The data shows that in every scenario tested, the opposition bloc fails to form a government without relying on the Arab parties.
Apple acquires Israeli AI startup Q.ai in major deal
Deal estimated at up to $2 billion will see Ramat Gan-based Q.ai and its 100 employees join Apple, marking Aviad Maizels’ second exit to the tech giant.
Kosher food and no women
Kosher food and no women: The IDF's new guidelines for integrating haredim
IDF Chief of Staff approves orders intended to ensure that every haredi soldier maintains the same way of life he did at home before enlisting.
Relative of Shin Bet director suspected of smuggling into Gaza
A court cleared for publication that a relative of Shin Bet Director David Zini is suspected of smuggling goods into Gaza with possible terror-related use; authorities stress the director is not implicated.
In Krakow City Center: "IDF Soldiers - War Criminals"
Signs depicting IDF soldiers as war criminals appeared in downtown Krakow, Poland: "We don’t want you here."
Trump
Trump: 'There's a good chance Hamas will disarm'
US President addresses Cabinet meeting, says Hamas was a 'big factor' in the return of the hostages.
IDF stops Israelis attempting to infiltrate Syria
IDF forces apprehended approximately 15 members of the Bashan Vanguard movement near the entrance to Qunaitra and transferred them to police custody.
Ben-Gvir to court
Ben-Gvir to court: 'No conditional orders without hearing'
The Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, submitted a request to the court asking not to issue a conditional order without a hearing.
'Road is not a racetrack'
Abu Ghosh resident charged after driving 125 mph in Jerusalem
A 20-year-old from Abu Ghosh was indicted after driving 125 mph in a 50 mph zone, with police seeking house arrest to keep him off the road.
Bondi massacre victim's name changed by hospital to protect her
Sydney Hanukkah massacre victim Rosalia Shikhverg says the hospital which treated her changed her name to make her seem not Jewish because 'they could not trust their own staff' to treat Jewish patients.
IDF chief applauds Logistics Directorate's critical role
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Technological and Logistics Directorate, stressing, 'Victory begins with our logistical capability; you are, the nation’s entire safety net.'
Israel Dog Unit hosts IPS dog handlers
Israel Prison Service dog handlers came to Samaria this week for a tour of the IDU base and a demonstration of the working dogs' capabilities.
Indictments to be filed in 'security case'
Eleven suspects to be indicted for involvement in smuggling goods to Gaza, report says.
Iran's Jewish MP levels rare critique at Iranian president
Homayoun Samah, the Jewish minority representative in parliament, accused President Masoud Pezeshkian of causing the various issues that plague Iran.
President Putin hosts Russia's Chief Rabbi
During the meeting, the president expressed his appreciation for interfaith peace in Russia and recalled childhood memories alongside a Hasidic Jewish family.
Sources: Airstrikes unlikely to topple IRGC
Ahead of potential US strike, Israeli official tells Reuters that toppling IRGC regime will require combination of external pressure and organized internal opposition.
IDF investigates arson attack on Bedouin structures
IDF responds to report of Israeli civilians setting fire to two structures belonging to the Bedouin community in Mukhmas; condemns violence.
Security forces surprise Hebron imam
'Hetz' fighters carry out nighttime raid, arrest Hebron imam suspected of publishing incitement and support for Hamas.
Minister Waserlauf: My father was attacked in the ER
Negev and Galilee Minister Itshak Waserlauf reveals attacks on his family, demands condemnation from leftist MKs.
Hostages' families: Every additional aid truck helps Hamas
Hagvura Forum for hostages' families and bereaved families urges Israeli government to end aid to Hamas. 'Every additional truck provides oxygen to Hamas.'
Watch: Vigil outside home of Deputy Attorney General
Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Deputy Attorney General Gil Limon, emphasizing that Israel has turned from democracy to anarchy 'because of him and his friends.'
New footage emerges, revealing details of Afula terror attack
New footage reveals Afula terrorist sped up, drove off the road, to kill Israeli.
Infant forgotten in daycare
Staff at Rehovot daycare forget infant, tell mother he already went home.
Iranian FM: Prepared to respond immediately to any aggression
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims his country never aspired to nuclear weapons, is willing to reach 'fair, profitable' nuclear deal.
Danny Danon: 'Ayatollah regime exports hatred and terror'
'Houthis are not fighting over land or borders, their flag says it all,' Israeli Ambassador to the UN tells its Security Council.
First Time In 25 Years:
First Time In 25 Years: Morning prayers at Joseph's Tomb
Hundreds of Israelis recited the morning prayers in daylight at Joseph's Tomb in Shechem for the first time in a quarter of a century.
Watch:
Watch: Suspect rams car into Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn
Suspect repeatedly drives a vehicle into Chabad headquarters in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. No injuries reported. Driver arrested.
Iraqi forces capture ISIS terrorists, destroy hideouts
Iraqi forces arrest two ISIS terrorists in Anbar and destroy three hideouts in Kirkuk. The operations follow earlier arrest of an ISIS terrorist wearing an explosive belt.
IDF warns:
IDF warns: Hamas significantly strengthening thanks to humanitarian Aid
IDF says Hamas is strengthening significantly thanks to humanitarian aid and smuggling. During the war, 112,000 aid trucks and 55,000 tons of medical equipment entered the Strip.
