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'Commander Butcher' jailed for plotting to poison Jewish children in NYC
Neo-Nazi leader known by the alias "Commander Butcher" sentenced to 15 years for plotting to poison children at Jewish schools.
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Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as chairman of Federal Reserve
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as the US economy grapples with war driven inflation.
UAE denies Netanyahu secretly visited the country
The UAE denies Netanyahu’s claim of a secret war visit to the country, hours after Netanyahu’s office confirmed the visit.
Poll: Coalition bloc wins more seats than Bennett bloc
Bennett and Lapid's party is strengthening slightly but is far from being able to form a government and will have to rely on all Arab MKs to do so.
Syria signals interest in future security deal with Israel
Syria’s foreign minister called for a future security agreement with Israel while urging a halt to actions he said threaten stability.
30 days in prison for soldier wearing 'Messiah' patch
Nahal Brigade soldier sentenced to 30 days' imprisonment, commanders punished as well, after the Chief of Staff saw him wearing the unsanctioned patch.
Israel unveils massive summer program for students
Israel announced a NIS 1.1 billion summer education initiative combining AI, STEM studies, and emotional support for students.
IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon infected with 'cave fever'
Seven IDF soldiers who were in Lebanon were diagnosed in recent days with cave fever, also known as "endemic relapsing fever," and were hospitalized in hospitals across the country.
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Report: Trump Gaza plan may advance in areas outside Hamas control
The US and Board of Peace are reportedly preparing to advance Gaza reconstruction efforts in areas outside Hamas control amid stalled talks.
'I was woken up by explosions'
'I was woken up by explosions' | The haredi journalist who visited Baghdad
Journalist Yitzhak Horwitz described Iranian influence, Shiite militias and surviving Jewish heritage sites during a rare visit to Iraq.
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Watch: Identification and elimination of Hezbollah terrorists
IDF publishes footage of the identification and elimination of Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon.
Over 2.5 years later
Over 2.5 years later: IDF settles the score with terrorist who infiltrated outpost
The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas terrorist Hamza Sharabasi, who infiltrated Nahal Oz during the October 7 massacre.
European airlines begin to return to Israel
Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, and Wizz Air set to restore service to Israel within the next month.
Tragedy on trip to Panama
Tragedy on trip to Panama: Israeli woman killed in collision between minibus and bus
A minibus transporting travelers collided with a bus in Panama. An Israeli woman was killed at the scene, and several Israelis who were seriously and moderately injured.
Herzog on Netanyahu pardon: Understandings must be reached
President Isaac Herzog called for dialogue and compromise over Netanyahu’s pardon request while warning against growing national division.
IDF Chief of Staff
IDF Chief of Staff: 'We are prepared from Judea and Samaria to Tehran'
Eyal Zamir conducted a situation assessment in northern Samaria and emphasized that the IDF is on constant alert.
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Watch: IDF strikes loaded and ready-to-fire Hezbollah missile launcher
IDF targeted a number of rocket launchers directed toward areas in which IDF soldiers are operating and toward Israeli territory.
Ministry shows Hamas ties behind NYT-cited rights organization
Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry publiciizes information showing that a rights group cited by Nicholas Kristof is headed by a figure linked to Hamas activities.
Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran
Tehran shifting from threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz toward controlling access, Reuters report claims.
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Report: Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs visited UAE to coordinate war on Iran
New reports reveal secret visits by Mossad chief David Barnea, Shin Bet head David Zini, to the United Arab Emirates during Operation Roaring Lion in Iran.
Opposition pulls bills from Knesset schedule
Knesset opposition parties clear plenum schedule in protest move, urge focus on dissolution and early elections.
IDF warns: Evacuate villages in southern Lebanon
IDF warns residents of multiple Lebanese villages to evacuate; Lebanese media reports eight dead in vehicle strike south of Beirut.
Herd stolen from Israeli farm found in Arab village
A herd stolen early Wednesday from the Tzur Levavi farm was located hours later in an Arab village, following extensive searches by security forces and volunteers.
Jerusalem Day 2026
Thousands continue choosing Israel’s capital as the place to build their futures
Ahead of Yom Yerushalayim, new aliyah statistics spotlight Jerusalem as top destination for North American olim.
Terrorist who murdered Yehuda Sherman to be indicted
Investigation reveals Palestinian Arab terrorist deliberately rammed Israelis, killing Yehuda Sherman; terrorist's son also expected to face indictment.
Bereaved sister urges: 'Prevent the next murder'
At Jerusalem conference, bereaved sister Yiros Zalka urges Israelis to take personal responsibility and combat violence. 'Yamano’s murder must not become just another bitter statistic.'
Watch: Rothman taunts, Stern leaves the hearing
During a Constitution Committee discussion on the bill to establish an inquiry committee, MK Elazar Stern entered the chamber and committee chair Simcha Rothman seized the moment for a jab.
Fire and Rescue Service to sue arsonist for Jerusalem fire
Israel's Fire and Rescue Service has filed a civil suit for nearly 200,000 NIS in compensation for cost of extinguishing massive forest fire.
Haredi rabbi issues unusual ruling
Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein, leading Lithuanian-haredi rabbi, slams worshipers who arrive at synagogue by car.
Hezbollah's largest drone attack yet
Hezbollah launched two waves of drone swarms toward the north. For the first time, the IDF identified a timed, large-scale attack on a single target inside Israel.
Haredi journalism declares end to Netanyahu alliance
Haredi newspapers launch coordinated attack on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after collapse of trust over Draft Law crisis.
Supreme Court condition for releasing haredi education budget
The Supreme Court intends to order the release of 98 million shekels frozen for Haredi educational institutions, provided the funds are transferred only to institutions that teach fundamental subjects.
Florida congressional race erupts into antisemitism controversy
Remarks by GOP Rep. Randy Fine and congressional candidate Dan Bilzerian trigger backlash from Armenian-American groups amid widening dispute on Israel, antisemitism, and alliances.
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Expert warns: Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak may pose wider threat
New NYT report raises concerns that the Andes strain of hantavirus could spread through airborne transmission and asymptomatic carriers.
With warships and jets
UK joins global coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz with warships and jets
The UK is deploying HMS Dragon and Typhoon jets to a 40-nation mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Kuwait blames Iran for armed infiltration attempt near critical hub
Kuwait accuses Iran’s Revolutionary Guard of a failed raid on a strategic China-funded port.
During La Liga parade
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal displays PLO flag during La Liga victory parade
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal sparks debate by waving PLO flag during the club's title parade.
Albrecht Weinberg, survivor of Auschwitz and Bergen-Belsen, passes away at 101
Holocaust survivor Albrecht Weinberg has died at 101 after a life spent bearing witness to the truth.
Warns of 'rapid escalation' risk
European aviation agency extends Israel advisory, warns of 'rapid escalation' risk
European Union Aviation Safety Agency extends its aviation advisory for Israel until May 27, citing potential risks to flight safety.
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Report: US intelligence showing Iran retains substantial missile capabilities
Classified reports cited by The New York Times show Iran has restored most missile sites.
