Stories written by the Israel National News team have been compiled and edited by several news writers
Columbia University is preparing to name Jennifer Mnookin, a Jewish professor, as its next president, after a turbulent search shaped by campus unrest, federal pressure, and major financial penalties.
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter marks one year in Washington, recalling key moments from meetings with President Trump to the embassy tragedy, Operation Rising Lion, the Gaza ceasefire, and the return of hostages.
During the Cabinet meeting, ministers voice strong opposition to opening the Rafah crossing and transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority.
Following the Security Cabinet meeting, the PMO clarifies: The Rafah crossing will not open until all efforts to recover the body of Staff Sergeant Ran Gvili have been exhausted.
El Al offers new service, allowing customers to cancel flights up to 48 hours before takeoff, with no extra fees.
IDF conducting extensive searches for remains of last hostage after reaching based on intelligence information.
PM Netanyahu and Minister Regev meet with parliament members from Hungary, Austria, Spain, and France, thanked them for their support.
Channel 12 correspondent says allowing Egypt sole control over Gaza’s main gateway could entrench Hamas rule and turn the Strip into a permanent jihadist front.
A new AI video gives a voice to the humanitarian supplies taken by Hamas for military purposes.
US envoy says talks were constructive as Washington and Jerusalem coordinate next steps on Phase 2 of Trump’s Gaza plan and broader regional issues
Visiting Israel for Holocaust Remembrance Day, Leo Terrell prayed at the Western Wall for peace and an end to rising antisemitism worldwide.
Rina Matzliah said during a taxpayer-funded broadcast that she did not understand why soccer players recite the Biblical verse and called the phenomenon 'disgusting.'
Four residents of al-Aroub were arrested on suspicion of throwing Molotov cocktails at security forces. Another suspect was shot on for throwing stones near Route 1.
The government has approved an aid and benefits plan for reserve service members for the coming year, totaling 6.2 billion shekels.
The IDF struck a structure from which Hezbollah terrorists operated in the Bir al-Sansal area in southern Lebanon
Talik Gvili, mother of Staff Sgt. Ran Gvili, the last hostage held by Hamas: 'It seems that the Americans believe Hamas. I am worried, but I remain optimistic.'
Iran International reports a high death toll based on confidential reports and medical testimonies, alongside allegations of extrajudicial executions
The Wall Street Journal reports that the assistance includes air support, intelligence, and logistical supplies. One of the militia leaders denied receiving assistance from Israel.
Dr. Eyal Hulata, former head of the National Security Council, estimates that the US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran and that significant considerations are still being weighed.
Naama Levy and Karina Ariev told Galei Tzahal that Hamas’s staged release ceremony felt empowering, as they recall captivity, survival, and ongoing rehabilitation.
A suspect breached a roadblock on Route 60 between Ofra and Shiloh, near the British Police Junction
7th Brigade Combat Team in southern Gaza locates launchers, weapons, and terrorist infrastructure.
Dozens of protesters blocked the southbound lanes of the Ayalon Highway this morning (Sunday), demanding action to address the rising rate of crime in the Arab sector.
Human rights organizations and medical sources estimate that the death toll from the unrest in Iran continues to rise, while the regime in Tehran insists the number stands at about 3,100.
A Military Police jail warden is suspected of posing as an abductor, sending photos of a detainee to his family and demanding ransom for his release.
Fire and rescue teams were dispatched to the Ma'alot Dafna neighborhood in Jerusalem to extinguish the fire.
Emory University dismisses Fatemeh Ardeshir Larijani, daughter of a newly sanctioned Iranian security chief, after protests and calls from US lawmakers demanding her removal.
German police arrest a Lebanese man accused of aiding a Hamas plot to attack Jewish and Israeli institutions.
According to Axios, Netanyahu rejected a White House request for Herzog to attend Trump’s Gaza Peace Board launch in Davos, prompting tense exchanges.
A massive winter storm cancels thousands of US flights, cuts power to tens of thousands, and triggers emergency declarations.
Israeli official claims: “Witkoff pushed to bring our major rival Turkey to the border. The clock is ticking backward toward a confrontation with Turkey."
Hundreds of attendees at Meitar rally call for the immediate return of deceased hostage Ran Gvili and the completion of the first phase of the deal with Hamas.
European company issues recall for Nutrilon infant formula due to high toxin levels.
A 37-year-old Minneapolis resident was shot dead today (Saturday) by U.S. ICE agents during an operation in the city.
CENTCOM, IDF, top brass holds meeting, estimating US will attack Iran.
Rafah Crossing to open with European observers, Israel monitoring from afar, report says.
Ro'ee Ben David, age 7, declared dead after road accident in northern Israel.
Arabs from the town of Bir Zeit attacked a Jewish shepherd from Kfar Tarfon in the Binyamin region over Shabbat.
Ayelet Granit, horseback riding therapist from Hadera, was killed alongside Barak Bar after they exited their vehicle to help victims of a different road accident.
Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved to underground bunker in Tehran as son assumes responsibilities.
