Netanyahu hearing canceled due to 'security and diplomatic reasons'
Hearing on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's cases canceled due to urgent 'security and diplomatic' reasons.
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Israel preparing to turn back violent flotilla from Turkey
Israel planning to force back 57 vessels carrying hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists en route to Gaza.
New data:
New data: Iran executed 2,159 people after June war with Israel
Iran executed a record 2,159 people last year, driving global executions to their highest level since 1981, according to Amnesty International.
Fatah elections
Abbas re-elected, son and released terrorist seize control of Fatah's Central Committee
Fatah concludes its eighth conference, electing terrorist Zakaria Zubeidi and chairman Mahmoud Abbas's son to top posts.
ICC denies issuing new warrants for Israeli officials
International Criminal Court denies Haaretz report claiming it issued new secret arrest warrants for five Israeli officials.
Iran’s Pezeshkian accuses US and Israel of dividing Muslim world
Iranian President Pezeshkian blames the US and Israel for regional rifts amid speculation of a possible resumption of the war.
American Airlines halts New York-Tel Aviv route through early 2027
American Airlines extends its suspension of nonstop flights from New York to Tel Aviv through January 6, 2027, due to ongoing regional tensions.
Saudi Arabia warns of retaliation after intercepting Iraqi drones
Saudi Arabia shoots down three drones arriving from Iraqi airspace, warning it will take all operational measures to defend its sovereignty.
UTJ MK:
UTJ MK: Shortage of soldiers? Just politics
MK Meir Porush launched criticized the IDF after the military published data showing a shortage of roughly 12,000 conscript soldiers.
Watch:
Watch: Fighter jets collide mid-air during airshow
Two EA-18G Growler aircraft collided during a Gunfighter Skies air show in Idaho, triggering emergency response and a base lockdown.
Due to security concerns
Nova Exhibition sign in London removed due to security concerns
Police urged organizers to hide the Nova exhibition’s location amid fears of antisemitic violence and major anti-Israel protests.
Death penalty law moves toward implementation
A new military order applies Israel’s death penalty law for terrorists in Judea and Samaria, reshaping military court policy.
ISA chief files contempt of court request against detractors
David Zini filed a petition to hold several former security officials who opposed his appointment in contempt of the court after they refused to comply with an order to disclose their identities.
Watch:
Watch: Interviewer attacks Israel, Lebanese Muslim MP pushes back
Lebanese MP Fouad Makhzoumi pushed back against claims Israel seeks civil war, blaming Hezbollah for Lebanon’s deepening crisis.
IDF reports shortage of 12,000 troops
The Manpower Directorate presented a plan to fill ranks across seven combat arenas, including the establishment of a new haredi brigade.
Police to pay thousands for unlawful search
The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court ordered the Israel Police to pay a Jerusalem couple NIS 10,000 after officers conducted an unlawful search and seriously violated their privacy.
Over son's grave
Bereaved father sings haunting song about sacrifice over son's grave
During his eulogy for his son Maoz, Eliyahu Recanati sang a tearful rendition of a 12th-century poem about the binding of Isaac.
IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander
IDF confirms elimination of Bahaa Baroud, a commander in Hamas’ Operations Headquarters who operated to plan and advance numerous attacks on behalf of the terrorist organization.
Israel moves to protect lone soldiers before and after service
Israel is advancing a new support framework for lone immigrant soldiers, offering guidance, crisis aid, and family assistance.
Deep fake of Chief Rabbi identified online
The National Cyber Directorate issued a public warning after fake videos began circulating that allegedly show the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi David Yosef, appearing in promotional material.
Report: Iran preparing as Trump loses patience
Regional officials tell Fox News Iran fears renewed US strikes, as economic pressure mounts and Trump warns his patience is running out.
Report:
Report: Israel operated two secret bases in Iraqi desert for over a year
A New York Times investigation claims that Israel operated two secret bases in western Iraq for more than a year, as part of preparations for a confrontation with Iran.
Eurovision:
Netanyahu congratulates Noam Bettan: 'Amazing victory'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with singer Noam Bettan who represented Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest and won the impressive second place.
Netanyahu on Iran: 'Our eyes are open'
Netanyahu opened the special government meeting on the occasion of Jerusalem Day at the Knesset Museum in the Froumine House by addressing the security situation on various fronts.
Former radio presenter:
Former radio presenter: 'This is how I broadcast encrypted messages to Ron Arad'
Veteran radio presenter Rivi Gadot revealed in an interview with the Knesset Channel how she broadcast encrypted messages to Ron Arad during Kol Yisrael radio programs in the 1980s.
IDF: Remotely piloted UAVmakes emergency landing in Samaria
An IDF aircraft landed in Samaria following a technical malfunction.
“Political games"
“Political games": Coalition crisis over the draft law intensifies
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will reportedly try to submit the military draft law proposal to committee discussions in an effort to calm tensions within the coalition.
Watch:
Watch: Policemen shocked to find 8 people squashed in Kia Picanto
Jerusalem District Police Department officers stopped a Kia Picanto vehicle for inspection that appeared unusually loaded. The officers were surprised to discover eight passengers inside.
Chofetz Haim Ulpana controversy
Chofetz Haim Ulpana controversy| Teachers demand: Cancel the move
35 teachers from Ulpanat Tzvia Hafetz Chaim called on the head of the Nahal Sorek Council to reverse the decision to transfer the institution from the Tzvia network to the Atid network.
“Provocation"
“Provocation": Women of the Wall sparked unrest at the Western Wall plaza
A group of about 20 women from the "Women of the Wall" movement arrived at the Western Wall square this morning with a Torah scroll, which led to a heated confrontation with worshippers there.
National assessment data revealed
Only 3% of students meet standards in science: National assessment data revealed
Partial data from Israel’s 2025 Meitzav national assessment exams has been revealed, showing that only 3% of ninth-grade students met the benchmark in the science exam, while 54% failed.
The tweet that sparked outrage
The tweet that sparked outrage online: “Tel Aviv is being conquered by religious people"
Independent journalist Hila Tov sparked controversy after claiming that Tel Aviv is being “conquered" by religious Jews, and questioning why they choose to live “in the heart of secularism."
'Great loss for the Jewish People:'
Yeshiva head praises fallen soldier Maoz Recanati: A great loss for the Jewish People
Head of the Itamar Hesder Yeshiva eulogizes Maoz Yisrael Recanati, who fell in Lebanon, describing him as “an exceptional young man" - humble, quiet, and deeply dedicated both to Torah study and his military service.
Proud moment:
Arsenal names Israeli-founded Deel as new shirt sleeve sponsor
HR giant Deel co-founder Alex Bouaziz calls the company's deal to become Arsenal’s new shirt sleeve sponsor from the 2026/27 season, a 'proud moment.'
Residents claim: Police set fire to outpost on Shabbat
Residents claim they evacuated the site following a military order, but only minutes later were shocked to see black smoke rising above the hilltop.
Early this morning:
Early this morning right-wing activists chained themselves to the Syrian border
Dozens of right-wing activists chained themselves to the fence, on the old border line with Syria, between Majdal Shams and the village of Khadr, demanding that they be permitted to set up a community on the site.
UK antisemitism wave
London: Police searching for man who threatened to behead Jews
Over the weekend, a video was published showing a young man threatening to harm Jews by beheading them.
UK leadership crisis:
UK leadership crisis: Former Minister Wes Streeting launches campaign to unseat Starmer
Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches a bid to replace Keir Starmer as UK Prime Minister after local election losses.
Mamdani sparks outrage with anti-Israel 'Nakba Day' video
Jewish groups slam NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for “Nakba" Day" video and claim that “the Nakba continues to this day".
'Calm before the storm'
'Calm before the storm': Trump shares cryptic post on Iran
Trump posts a cryptic warning as the US and Israel reportedly prepare for renewed strikes on Iran.
