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ADL:

ADL: Over 20% of Mamdani's team have antisemitic history

ADL details antisemitic remarks, extremist ties, and vetting concerns surrounding key transition appointments.

Iranian citizens believe: Israel-Iran conflict a matter of days

Iran aiming for confrontation with Israel and US, Iranian citizens tell Channel 12 News.

Qatar Gate:

Qatar Gate: Police reveal correspondence between Eli Feldstein and Yonatan Urich

Israel Police reveal Eli Feldstein updated Netanyahu advisor Yonatan Urich on pro-Qatar messaging during the war; Urich denies involvement.

Report: France sidelined as Israel, Lebanon hold civilian talks

A second round of Israel-Lebanon civilian talks in Naqoura reportedly saw France sidelined, US pressure on Israel, and unresolved disputes over a proposed border economic zone.

Start making your wishlist:

Start making your wishlist: Personal import VAT exemption to increase to $150 on Wednesday

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is set to expand the VAT exemption on personal imports from $75 to $150, a move expected to lower costs, boost competition, and expand consumer choice.

Police summon Arab who extinguished Hanukkah menorah

Police summoned two individuals for questioning after security footage and social media videos showed Hanukkah candles being intentionally extinguished at a Tel Aviv mall.

After arrest of draft dodger

Jerusalem Faction blocks roads in central Israel for hours after arrest of draft dodger

Members of the Jerusalem Faction protested near Bnei Brak over the arrest of haredi men who did not report for military service, prompting road closures and heavy traffic across Gush Dan.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Those thinking to re-establish their rule over us - forget it'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made a joint statement of cooperation this evening in the face of Turkish aggression.

Trump, Netanyahu expected to decide next steps in Gaza ceasefire

Arab media reports say an upcoming meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu is expected to determine next steps in the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Shepherds injured with stones return fire, three Arabs injured

Jewish shepherds in the Anatot area were lightly injured when Palestinian Arabs threw stones at them. One of the shepherds fired and wounded several of the attackers.

Instagram algorithm promoted antisemitic products

A new study finds Instagram helped accounts spreading hate achieve commercial success while promoting extreme and racist merchandise.

President Herzog:

President Herzog: Cyprus a bridge for peace between Israel and its neighbors

President Isaac Herzog met with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides in Jerusalem to discuss regional cooperation, strategic ties, and the call to return hostage Ran Gvili.

To those mourning in Australia:

To those mourning in Australia: Hands across the ocean - from Israel's bereaved children

A message of love and faith from 400 bereaved children in Israel to the bereaved and injured children and families of the Bondi Beach masssacre.

Criminal investigation:

Criminal investigation: Health clinic employee attempted to access ex-hostage's records

Israel’s Privacy Protection Authority concluded a criminal investigation into a clinic employee who tried to access a former hostage’s medical file without authorization, citing serious privacy violations.

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King Charles donates to Jewish charity to support Ukraine relief

King Charles III of the UK, the Patron of the World Jewish Relief, donated to the organization to support its work in Ukraine.

Amb. Huckabee:

Amb. Huckabee: 'Iran didn't get the message'

In an INSS interview, Ambassador Mike Huckabee addresses Iran, antisemitism, Gaza, and US-Israel security ties under President Trump.

'Serious incident'

'Serious incident': Israeli civilian activists infiltrate Syrian territory

Members of the Bashan Vanguard movement crossed the border into Syrian territory. IDF troops returned them to Israel.

Government approves the closure of Galei Tzahal radio

The government unanimously approved this morning Defense Minister Israel Katz's proposal to close the Galei Tzahal radio station.

'Severe pain':

Rabbi beaten and sent to house arrest - during his son's brit

Rabbi Avraham Idan, head of the Ateret HaLevi yeshiva, was violently arrested during riots in Jerusalem despite saying he did not participate and was later placed under house arrest - during his son’s brit.

Bennett

Bennett: Netanyahu’s office betrayed the State of Israel and IDF soldiers during wartime

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett issued a scathing statement on the exposure of the alleged activities of Netanyahu's advisers in the Qatar Gate affair.

Former spokesman reveals

Former spokesman reveals: The 'mission' from Netanyahu

Eli Feldstein, former spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, appears in an interview and describes the mission he received from Netanyahu after October 7

Elderly couple survives attack:

Elderly couple survives attack: 'We sneaked into a pickup truck'

An unlocked pickup truck and a split-second decision saved the lives of Benjamin and Reizel Simons, an elderly Jewish couple who fled the gunfire during the Bondi Beach attack.

State commission of inquiry:

Only 20% of Israelis support Judge Amit appointing the state commission of inquiry alone

Jewish People Policy Institute index finds majority support for a balanced appointment model of a state commission of inquiry on the war. Small minority believes government or Knesset should appoint the commission, sharp gaps between right and left.

Israeli man loses sight in eye after brutal assault in Cyprus

An Israeli man was beaten outside his hotel after the assailant heard him speaking in Hebrew on his phone. The victim was flown to Israel for surgery.

Last hostage:

Israel gave critical information on the burial place of Ran Gvili, but Hamas ignores

Israeli security officials assess Hamas knows which terrorists hold information on Ran Gvili’s burial site but is refusing to interrogate them, with Israel avoiding their elimination to preserve the chance of his return.

Jonathan Pollard’s harrowing testimony: 'They told me to kill myself'

Ex-spy says an Israeli govt. representative suggested that he take his own life, while an American official assured him he'd go home one day.

After 6 months:

After 6 months: Families of fallen IDF soldiers still have no answers

Six months after APC attack that killed IDF soldiers, families have yet to receive full investigation findings. Citing post-10/7 backlogs, IDF has delayed a response, leaving relatives angry: 'We gave them a living child - and they are silent.'

'There is hope':

'There is hope': Young couples consider moving to moshav severely damaged by rocket fire

Hope returns to Shtula as young families consider moving to border moshav

New details on Sydney massacre

New details on Sydney massacre: Terrorists threw explosive devices that failed to detonate

The Australian ABC network reveals that during the massacre, the two terrorists threw four explosive devices at the crowd - which did not explode

To aid probe

Mosques in Philippines post photos of Bondi terrorists to aid probe

Davao mosques display photos of Bondi terrorists as Muslim leaders urge locals to report any links to the attackers’ month-long stay before their deadly rampage in Australia.

AG slams October 7 inquiry bill, coalition fires back

In a sharply worded legal opinion, Attorney General Baharav‑Miara delivers harsh criticism of the bill to establish a “National‑State Commission of Inquiry.” Minister Karhi fires back.

Woman rescued from Jericho:

Woman rescued from Jericho testifies: I thought he was Jewish, then I was attacked

The young woman rescued from Jericho on Friday night gives her first testimony, saying that after speaking with the suspect, she accepted his invitation and arrived at the location believing he was Jewish.

Watch:

Watch: Noa Tishby and Amy Schumer light the final Hanukkah candles

Noa Tishby ends her Hanukkah series with comedian Amy Schumer, who reflects on her Jewish roots, support for Israel, and how comedy helps her and others overcome trauma.

Report

Report | Israel warned US: Iranian missile drills may be cover for strike

According to Axios, Israeli officials warned the US that Iran’s latest missile drills could mask attack plans.

Antisemitism in Turkey:

Antisemitic incident in Turkey: Jews attacked on their way to Hanukkah candle lighting

Jews on their way to light Hanukkah candles attacked in Istanbul by pro‑Palestinian Arab demonstrators waving flags and shouting anti-Jewish slogans.

'Son Of Hamas':

'Son Of Hamas': 'The evidence under the Temple Mount is overwhelming'

Knesset Member Ohad Tal led Mosab Hassan Yousef, known as the 'Son of Hamas,' on a rare tour of restricted sections of the Kotel Tunnels beneath the Temple Mount.

Israel can't be extinguished

Wounded warrior's message to Arab who blew out menorah: Israel can't be extinguished

IDF soldier Ofir Engelsman, who lost his leg in the war, visited a Tel Aviv mall menorah that was extinguished last week, recording a message of solidarity and resilience.

Crowds light eighth Hanukkah candle at Hostages Square

Crowds gathered with menorahs to light the eighth Hanukkah candle at Hostages Square to call for the return of Ran Gvili, the last remaining deceased hostage in Hamas captivity.

Hanukkah Of Resilience:

Hanukkah Of Resilience: Reichman University honors 'modern-day Maccabees'

Students and staff at the Raphael Recanati International School (RRIS) at Reichman University gathered for a candle-lighting ceremony with students who had served in the IDF.