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Bereaved families to Witkoff, Kushner

Bereaved families to Witkoff and Kushner: 'Do not be the terrorists' lifeline'

The HaGevura Forum sent a letter on Monday to President Trump's representatives, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner calling on them not to pressure Israel to free the 200 terrorists trapped in Rafah.

Bereaved families to Witkoff and Kushner: 'Do not be the terrorists' lifeline'

Zambian President to Israelis:

Zambian President to Israelis: ‘You are most welcome in Zambia’

Israeli leader emphasizes innovation, partnership, and peace during state visit to Lusaka, strengthening ties with Zambian leadership and civil society.

Zambian President to Israelis: ‘You are most welcome in Zambia’

Report

Report: Netanyahu tells Kushner Israel interested in demilitarized zone in southern Syria

Saudi media reports that PM Netanyahu Netanyahu informed Jared Kushner that Israel seeks the establishment of a demilitarized zone in southern Syria.

Report: Netanyahu tells Kushner Israel interested in demilitarized zone in southern Syria

Attempted terror attack near Hebron

After detectives stopped a suspicious vehicle near Beit Hagai, a terrorist exited and opened fire at them. The officers returned fire and neutralized the suspect.

Attempted terror attack near Hebron

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Watch: Suspects who firebombed Border Police base arrested

Border Police arrested three suspects who threw Molotov cocktails at a base in Judea and Samaria, using drones and security footage to track them to a nearby Arab village.

Watch: Suspects who firebombed Border Police base arrested

Hadar Goldin's sister

Hadar Goldin's sister: 'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

Hadar Goldin’s siblings make statement following the return of their brother's remains 11 years after he was killed by Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

Hadar Goldin's sister: 'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

Kiryat Gat

Signs calling for sovereignty hung on fence of US base in Kiryat Gat

Activists from the Sovereignty Movement hung banners on the US base in Kiryat Gat, launching a campaign claiming national consensus on applying Israeli sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, and Gaza.

Signs calling for sovereignty hung on fence of US base in Kiryat Gat

Netanyahu surprised in Knesset by report of coordination with US

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu participated in a '40-signature s'debate in the Knesset initiated by the opposition, during which MK Avi Maoz confronted the prime minister with the words of his own spokesperson.

Netanyahu surprised in Knesset by report of coordination with US

Vatican probes guard after Jewish women report antisemitic abuse

A Vatican guard allegedly spat toward two Jewish women during an interfaith event, prompting an official investigation and condemnation from Church officials.

Vatican probes guard after Jewish women report antisemitic abuse

Trump threatens legal action against BBC over edited video

The BBC stated that it has received a letter from President Trump threatening legal action over the misleading editing of a video of a speech he gave on January 6, 2021.

Trump threatens legal action against BBC over edited video

Haredi newspaper editor: 'We do not belong on the Right'

'The moment working together endangers the Jewish future of Torah learners, the question will be brought to the sages; I don't know what will happen,' Yated Ne'eman editorial warns.

Haredi newspaper editor: 'We do not belong on the Right'

'May we be the last to suffer'

Final farewell to Lior Rudaeff, 763 days after October 7 heroism

Thousands gathered at Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak to honor Lior Rudaeff, killed on October 7 and laid to rest over two years later after a long struggle to bring him home.

Final farewell to Lior Rudaeff, 763 days after October 7 heroism

Israel to seize vessels used in Gaza-bound flotilla

State Prosecutor's Office requests to permanently seize 50 naval vessels used in 'Sumud' flotilla, noting majority are affiliated with the Hamas terror group.

Israel to seize vessels used in Gaza-bound flotilla

Again: Terrorists threaten IDF troops, violating ceasefire

Terrorists approach IDF troops in northern Gaza, are eliminated before causing harm.

Again: Terrorists threaten IDF troops, violating ceasefire

Seven-year-old dies of measles

Health Ministry announces death of partially-vaccinated seven-year-old boy who arrived at a hospital suffering from measles.

Seven-year-old dies of measles

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

MK Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List, leaves Kan Bet interview after refusing to answer question on whether Hamas must be disarmed.

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

Released hostage:

'I never gave into the terrorists,' says Matan Zangauker

Journalist Yolan Cohen speaks about her interview with released hostage Matan Zangauker and the obstinate struggle he waged even while in captivity.

'I never gave into the terrorists,' says Matan Zangauker

Haredi Degel Hatorah to veto death sentence for terrorists

Bill to sentence terrorists to death expected to be brought for vote, as Ashkenazic-haredi party announces opposition, abstention.

Haredi Degel Hatorah to veto death sentence for terrorists

Defense Minister Katz appoints Itai Ofir as Military Advocate General amid PM’s objections

Adv. Itai Ofir will assume the role of Military Advocate General despite reported opposition from Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office.

Defense Minister Katz appoints Itai Ofir as Military Advocate General amid PM’s objections

Jurisdiction for 13 new communities in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley approved

Central Command Chief Avi Bluth approves jurisdiction for 13 new communities, paving the way for legal planning, development, and infrastructure. Minister Smotrich: 'A significant step in strengthening Jewish presence.'

Jurisdiction for 13 new communities in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley approved

Significant rainfall expected over weekend

Hot, dry summer weather to give way to heavy rainfall, season's first snowfall on Mount Hermon.

Significant rainfall expected over weekend

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

IDF refrained from targeting high-ranking terrorists believed to possess critical information about fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin's location, report says.

IDF avoided eliminating Hamas 'assets' with intel on Hadar Goldin

New details:

New details emerge on unsuccessful attempt to recover Hadar Goldin's body

IDF forces searched the Rafah tunnel where fallen soldier Hadar Goldin's body was located, but failed to search the specific tunnel branch new report says. 'It was only a matter of time.'

New details emerge on unsuccessful attempt to recover Hadar Goldin's body

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Watch: Released hostages return to their favorite football stadium

Gali and Zivi Berman, Hamas hostages who were released after 772 days of captivity, were guests of honor at the Maccabi Tel Aviv game at Bloomfield Stadium. The fans and players welcomed them with emotional cheers.

Watch: Released hostages return to their favorite football stadium

Arab source:

Arab source: Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Palestinian Arab source says Hamas faces difficulties returning all four deceased hostages' bodies, assesses Islamic Jihad may soon capitulate.

Arab source: Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Tensions rise as Iran and Israel prepare for possible renewed conflict

Despite strikes, analysts believe Iran retains key nuclear capabilities, raising fears that its uranium stockpile and secret sites could soon trigger renewed conflict with Israel.

Tensions rise as Iran and Israel prepare for possible renewed conflict

Paris:

Paris: Four charged over disruption at Israel Philharmonic concert

Four suspects face possible charges after disrupting an Israel Philharmonic concert in Paris last week.

Paris: Four charged over disruption at Israel Philharmonic concert

World Bank endorses Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ plan in UN Security Council draft

The World Bank backs a US-drafted UN resolution to establish a transitional Gaza authority and $70B recovery plan. The proposal includes a two-year mandate and a stabilization force with regional support.

World Bank endorses Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ plan in UN Security Council draft

Eight Democrats join GOP to advance shutdown-ending legislation

Eight Senate Democrats join Republicans to advance a deal funding the government through Jan. 30 and hold a December vote on ACA subsidies.

Eight Democrats join GOP to advance shutdown-ending legislation

US official:

US official: Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions

US sanctions chief says Iran sent $1B to Hezbollah this year, notes Washington sees a chance to cut funding and push disarmament of Hezobllah.

US official: Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions

Kushner in Israel for Gaza talks, to meet Netanyahu on Monday

Trump’s senior advisor Jared Kushner arrives in Israel for talks with PM Netanyahu on implementing Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

Kushner in Israel for Gaza talks, to meet Netanyahu on Monday

Trump:

Trump: BBC doctoring of Jan. 6 Speech a threat to democracy

US President Trump condemns the BBC after top execs resigned over editing his Jan. 6 speech: “Very dishonest people who tried to step on the scales of a Presidential Election.”

Trump: BBC doctoring of Jan. 6 Speech a threat to democracy

Police Commissioner

Police Commissioner: Military Advocate General attempted suicide

Police Commissioner Danny Levi states that former Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi "attempted suicide, her life is not rosy.

Police Commissioner: Military Advocate General attempted suicide

After officers beat him:

After officers beat him: Bereaved brother reconciles with police leadership

National Security Minister Ben‑Gvir and Police Commissioner Levy met with Dovi Yudkin after he was assaulted during a demonstration, reaffirming citizens’ right to protest and pledging accountability.

After officers beat him: Bereaved brother reconciles with police leadership

Following media uproar: BBC CEO and Director resign

Tim Davie, and the corporation’s Head of News and Current Affairs, Deborah Turness, announced their resignations on Sunday evening, following mounting criticism over the editing of a video of Donald Trump.

Following media uproar: BBC CEO and Director resign

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Watch: IDF Chief of Staff embraces Hadar Goldin's parents

The Chief of the General Staff met with the family of fallen and abducted soldier, Lt. Hadar Goldin, to review the extensive efforts undertaken over the years to bring him home.

Watch: IDF Chief of Staff embraces Hadar Goldin's parents

Ohio House approves landmark Ohio-Israel innovation partnership

Bipartisan bill advances economic and research collaboration, drawing strong support from Jewish groups, business leaders, and interfaith partners.

Ohio House approves landmark Ohio-Israel innovation partnership

Senator Graham:

Senator Graham: Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

In an interview with Sky News Arabia, Senator Lindsey Graham says Gaza's rebuilding, regional normalization, and lasting peace hinge on Hamas disarmament.

Senator Graham: Disarmament of Hamas key to Gaza rebuilding

Four terror tunnels uncovered and dismantled in Gaza

Troops of the 36th Division have been operating in the area of Khan Yunis, located east of the Yellow Line, carrying out a mission to locate and dismantle above-ground and underground terrorist infrastructure remaining in the area.

Four terror tunnels uncovered and dismantled in Gaza

Closure after 11 years:

Closure after 11 years: Body of Hadar Goldin identified

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, who fell in combat in 2014 and was held by Hamas since the, has finally returned to Israel for burial.

Closure after 11 years: Body of Hadar Goldin identified