Israel:
Israel: US F-35 sale to Saudis won’t undermine our military edge
Israel says its military edge will remain intact despite US plans to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia.
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Levin: New peak of disgrace
Supreme Court freezes appointment of inspector in MAG case; Levin: A new peak of disgrace
Supreme Court halts appointment of retired judge Yosef Ben Hamo to oversee the MAG leak case, pending a decision on a request for further deliberation.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: The mission to arrest a terrorist who knew Hadar's whereabouts
IDF, Shin Bet, and Intelligence forces arrested Hamas operative Marwan al-Hams in a covert July operation in Rafah, as part of an ongoing effort to uncover the fate of Lt. Hadar Goldin and return him for burial in Israel.
Trump to survivors
Trump to survivors: 'You're not a hostage anymore, today you're heroes'
US President meets survivors of Hamas captivity in Washington, says their courage "united all Israelis."
Israel and India announce renewal of Free Trade Agreement talks
Economy Ministry hails 'new milestone in the countries’ economic relations' as India's Minister of Economy, Piyush Goyal, makes first visit to Israel to relaunch FTA talks.
Shin Bet Director:
Shin Bet Director: Land grabs in the Negev are also terrorism
Senior defense and political officials met at the Prime Minister’s Office to address rising challenges in Judea and Samaria, debating the Hilltop Youth, outpost policy, and questions of governance and enforcement.
Former hostages welcomed in Congress
The delegation met with senior lawmakers in the US Congress who pledged to continue working to return the bodies of hostages still held by Hamas.
Jonathan Pollard accuses US elements of targeting Huckabee
Pollard tells i24NEWS his meeting with Ambassador Huckabee was purely personal, while accusing internal US actors of exploiting it to undermine the envoy.
Antisemitic mob harasses Jews at Park East Synagogue
Protesters call for violence against Jews while standing outside historic Manhattan synagogue during Aliyah event.
Hamas naval chief, terrorist who held hostages eliminated
The IDF revealed that after Hamas violated the ceasefire, the military eliminated Abdallah Abu Shamala, the Head of the Naval Array and Fadi Abu Mustafa, who held several Israelis hostage.
Tribute to Trump
Tribute to Trump: Mezuzah from destroyed house on its way to White House
Twins Gali and Ziv Berman from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, who were taken captive on 10/7, will present the mezuzah from their burned home to President Trump.
Footage from underground:
One of the longest tunnel systems in Gaza, where Hadar Goldin was held, exposed
The IDF uncovered the most significant and complex underground routes discovered in the Gaza Strip thus far in Rafah, consisting of approximately 80 hideouts.
Watch
Watch: The surprising places weapons were found in Judea & Samaria
IDF, ISA and Border Police forces carried out brigade-level operations in several areas in Judea and Samaria. 7 terrorists who were planning attacks against IDF forces were arrested, and explosives and weapons were located - including a 'Carlo' hidden in a microwave.
Captivity survivor to CNN:
Captivity survivor Bar Kupershtein to CNN: 'G-d gave me the strength to be strong'
Freed hostage Bar Kupershtein reflects on two years in Hamas captivity, his faith, and the moments that sustained him as he prepares to meet President Trump in Washington.
'Hate has gone viral'
EJC president warns of dangerous influence of social media in youth radicalisation
Addressing the the Paris Mayors Summit on Antisemitism, European Jewish Congress President Dr Moshe Kantor launched a radical plan aimed at eradicating hate-filled antisemitism from social media forums targeting disaffected youth.
Former IDF Spokesman appointed to senior business position
Rear Admiral (Ret.) Daniel Hagari has been appointed as a director in the Orian shipping company, his first position after leaving the IDF.
MOD signs multi-billion dollar contract with Rafael to expand Iron Dome production
The Defense Ministry signed a procurement order that will accelerate the production of the Iron Dome defense system.
Watch:
IDF reveals Hamas's stronghold in Beit Hanoun
IDF reveals Hamas activities both among, in, and below civilian homes and schools in Beit Hanoun.
IDF soldier indicted for spying for Iran
Refael Reuveni, 21, indicted for providing intelligence to Iran, collecting equipment and arms.
Ponevezh Yeshiva Dean:
Ponevezh Yeshiva Dean: 'Do not respond, only study'
Ponevezh Yeshiva head Rabbi Shmuel Markovitz delivered a talk to his students following the arbitration ruling about control of the institution and emphasized that studies must continue uninterrupted.
Iran planning to move capital from Tehran
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is no longer a choice as to whether to move the capital city, warns of disaster due to ongoing drought.
Revealed:
Revealed: Amb. Huckabee's secret meeting with Jonathan Pollard
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee hosted Jonathan Pollard for a private discussion at the American Embassy in Jerusalem in July.
Shas party greenlights Draft Law bill
Members of Shas' Council of Torah Sages respond to complaints against party MKs, clarify that MKs are '100% subordinate to them,' and condemn protests.
How a weapons-smuggling network from Syria was caught
The State Attorney's Office filed two comprehensive indictments against residents of the north, including active-duty soldiers and reservists, for involvement in an arms-smuggling network from Syria.
Civil Administration expropriates massive tract of Samaria land
The Civil Administration has initiated a temporary expropriation procedure for areas around the Sebastia archeological site in Area C to allow expansion and preservation in the region.
Footage reveals:
Footage reveals: Rocket launcher aimed towards Israel near Gaza's 'yellow line'
IDF soldiers locate eight-tube rocket launcher aimed toward Israeli territory near 'yellow line' in Gaza.
Arabs attacked Migdalim farm owner with stones near Migdalim
During a harvest coordinated and approved by the IDF, an Israeli farm owner near Migdalim was attacked with stones and lightly wounded.
Body of Israeli who entered water to rescue son found in Thailand
The body of 45-year-old Sagi Mor, who jumped into the water to save one of his children, is found lifeless in Thailand after a day-long search.
Civil Administration official arrested for forging work permits
A former senior official in the health system and the Civil Administration is suspected of forging more than 100 entry permits for Palestinians, accepting bribes and trading in dangerous medicines.
Shdema: New town founded in Gush Etzion
The new town was founded at a strategically-important location, between eastern Gush Etzion and Jerusalem, and creates a continuum of Jewish settlement.
IDF reservist injured in Shechem
Terrorists fire at IDF forces during counterterror operation in Shechem, moderately injuring reserve soldier.
Haredi party head:
Haredi party head: No government with haredi support without Draft Law
United Torah Judaism chief MK Yitzhak Goldknopf demands Draft Law pass before elections, warns no coalition will receive haredi support until it passes.
Yoaz Hendel:
Yoaz Hendel: 'We want neither Arabs nor haredim in the government'
The 'Reservists' party led by Yoaz Hendel announced on Wednesday the launch of its campaign and a membership drive, presenting a platform that calls to revoke voting rights from those who do not serve.
Jordan and Israel to renew joint project?
Following ceasefire with Hamas, Jordanian government examines renewing project under which Israel and Jordan would trade desalinated water for solar power.
Bnei Brak officials take 'slide' trip
Bnei Brak city officials travel first class to Florida, allegedly to examine models of slides, but without official approval.
Arson suspected in Be'er Sheva after 9 buildings burn
Fires erupt in nine residential buildings throughout Be'er Sheva and firefighters rescue 15 people, including infants, as suspicions of arson mount.
Judge Kula:
Judge Kula: 'I'm not a politician, I did not know Levin beforehand'
Judge Asher Kula dismissed claims of political favors in the Sde Teiman case he is being asked to investigate: 'I thought it was better for the State of Israel that this matter be examined; that is the reason I agreed to get personally involved.'
Sa’ar: PA doubled its payments to terrorists in 2025
Foreign Minister Sa’ar reveals the PA nearly doubled its 2025 payments to terrorists and their families, urges global action.
Report:
Report: Iranian scientists met Russian experts to advance nuke program
Iranian scientists secretly met Russian military experts to advance nuclear weapons research, the Financial Times reports.
Trump signs law requiring DOJ to release all Epstein files
President Trump signs bill requiring the DOJ to release all Epstein-related documents, after it passed Congress with near-unanimous support.
