Report:
Report: Saudi Arabia conducted military strikes inside Iran
Reuters reports that Saudi Arabia launched direct airstrikes on Iran in late March to retaliate for regional aggression.
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UK:
Man charged over arson attack at former London synagogue
A man has been charged with arson with intent to endanger life after a fire damaged the entrance to a former synagogue in east London. Counter-terror police are investigating the incident.
Foreign Ministry
Foreign Ministry: 'NYT timed Hamas propaganda to undermine report on Hamas rapes'
Israel accuses the New York Times of deliberately seeking to undermine the 300-page report detailing Hama's mass rapes by parroting Hamas propaganda.
On northern border
On northern border: Non-commissioned officer & soldier wounded by explosive drone strike
An IDF soldier was moderately injured and a reservist was slightly injured as a result of an explosive drone launched from Lebanon. IDF: "This is a violation of the ceasefire agreements."
Two Israeli universities rank in world top 10 for startup founders
Tel Aviv University and the Technion produced startups that raised more than $50bn over the past decade shows PitchBook data.
Haredi parties rejected earlier proposal that could have resolved military draft crisis
Haredi lawmakers reportedly rejected an earlier deal that could have eased Israel’s draft crisis, amid renewed coalition tensions over conscription legislation.
Poll:
75% of Arab citizens support volunteering for civilian national service
A Tel Aviv University-Kadar Foundation poll shows 75.8% of Arab citizens in Israel support volunteering for civilian national service, alongside mixed views on belonging, security, and Arab-Jewish relations.
Watch
Watch: Terrorist emerges from tunnel with weapon - and is eliminated
Soldiers operated 10 kilometers from the border to destroy launch sites. In the new footage, an armed terrorist is seen emerging from the ground and is immediately eliminated.
UK:
‘Golders Greed’ team wins pub quiz, Yorkshire landlord apologizes
Campaign Against Antisemitism: 'this is plainly racist. It shows just how normalized racism against Jews has become in Britain. Worse still, it has become cool. Not for the first time in history.'
Knesset Ethics Committee imposes sanctions on ministers and lawmakers
The Knesset Ethics Committee has issued a series of extraordinary decisions against ministers and MKs for absences, statements and inappropriate conduct.
CNN:
CNN: ‘systematic rape and sexual violence occurred during Hamas’ massacre on Israel'
A new report on the October 7 Hamas massacre documents sexual violence at multiple sites and during hostage captivity, based on survivor testimony and evidence reviewed by researchers.
Father Ted co-creator blasts RTÉ over Eurovision boycott, calls move ‘antisemitic’
Graham Linehan accuses Irish broadcaster RTÉ of using a Father Ted Eurovision episode as “a tool of antisemitic harassment" after deciding not to air the Eurovision final due to Israel’s participation.
Antisemitism concerns:
Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice leaves Democratic Party over antisemitism concerns
David Wecht says he is becoming an independent citing 'growing tolerance for antisemitism among leading Democrats.'
Political drama
Political drama: Rabbi Lando rules in favor of dissolving the Knesset
The leader of the Lithuanian haredi community, Rabbi Dov Lando, has ordered the Degel Hatorah MKs to act to dissolve the Knesset as soon as possible, and declared that "there is no more trust in Netanyahu."
Sweden drops 'Islamophobia', Votes for free speech
Sweden has become the first European country to challenge the use of the term “Islamophobia," arguing it hinders honest debate over Islamist influence in Europe. It is urgent that other countries follow suit.
Haredi Draft:
Haredi Draft: Degel HaTorah threatens to dissolve the Knesset
A sharp confrontation developed between the prime minister and the Degel HaTorah faction after Netanyahu asked the party to postpone advancing the draft law until after the elections.
Hezbollah attempts to fire missiles at Israeli aircraft
A short while ago, an unsuccessful attempt to launch a surface-to-air missile toward an Israeli Air Force aircraft was identified. No damage was caused, and no IDF soldiers were injured.
'Imprisoned Torah scholar' spotted vacationing in Thailand
A photo circulated on social media of a young man who was arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport a year ago and whose arrest prompted protests calling for his release, shows him vacationing in Thailand.
IDF reveals footage from covert mission north of the Litani
The IDF released footage from a rare operation deep in Lebanese territory in which commandos crossed the Litani River and struck Hezbollah targets.
COGAT warns:
COGAT warns: Too much aid entering Gaza, strengthening Hamas
A COGAT report warns that excess humanitarian aid entering Gaza is being exploited by Hamas to tighten control and finance operations.
IDF establishes drone factory to be operated by haredim
The IDF has decided to establish a military production plant for suicide drones that will rely on about 200 haredi soldiers who will undergo technological training.
Senior IDF officer reprimanded over risky Lebanon visit
An IDF brigade commander was censured after bereaved families entered Bint Jbeil without authorization or full security clearance.
Paris elects new chief rabbi
Rabbi Alain Shlomo Senior, the long-serving rabbi of the town of Créteil in the suburbs of Paris, was elected Chief Rabbi of Paris and the metropolitan area.
Daring covert mission north of the Litani revealed
IDF commandos crossed the Litani River in a rare deep operation against Hezbollah, engaging terrorists in close-range clashes.
Southern Lebanon:
Over 350 terrorists eliminated in southern Lebanon since ceasefire began
IDF struck 1,100 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, including weapons storage facilities and loaded launchers ready to fire.
Battle For The Mossad:
Battle For The Mossad: Netanyahu to present former military advocate's opinion
The Supreme Court will hear petitions against the appointment of the next Mossad chief. Netanyahu will present the opinion of the dismissed Military Advocate General, which cleared Gofman of criminal liability for using minors as agents
UK Labour in turmoil
UK Labour in turmoil: Cabinet ministers urge Starmer to set timetable for departure
PM Keir Starmer faces a massive Labour revolt as 70 MPs and senior ministers demand his resignation.
London man convicted of violent antisemitic attacks
34-year-old pleads guilty to religiously aggravated assaults against Jews in North London.
Antisemitism in Queens
Antisemitism in Queens: 11 swastikas discovered in two parks
New York officials condemn a wave of antisemitic graffiti after 11 swastikas were found in Queens.
Sources:
Sources: Trump 'more seriously considering' resuming Iran operations
Sources quoted by CNN say Trump weighs resuming military action against Iran after rejecting its "unacceptable" offer.
US imposes new sanctions on IRGC oil networks
State Department announces sanctions on an IRGC oil network, in an effort to cut off funding for terror proxies and regional aggression.
'Moral bankruptcy'
'Moral bankruptcy': Netanyahu slams EU for sanctioning Israelis alongside Hamas
Prime Minister Netanyahu condemns the EU after it announces sanctions against Israelis and Hamas alike.
Trump preparing for strike?
Trump preparing for strike? 'Military option back on the table'
President Donald Trump reportedly leaning toward ordering a resumption of strikes against Iran, fueled by deep frustration over Tehran's conduct during negotiations.
Report:
Report: UAE secretly struck Iran during the war
The Wall Street Journal reports that the UAE carried out military strikes in Iran, including one targeting an Iranian refinery.
Report:
Report: Pakistan sheltered Iranian aircraft despite mediating role
US officials claim Iran moved aircraft to Pakistan and Afghanistan during its conflict with the US in an effort to protect key assets.
Bereaved fathers to Netanyahu
Bereaved fathers to Netanyahu: “Authorize full Israeli control over Areas A & B now"
Eliav Libi and Yehoshua Sherman, who lost their sons in combat in Gaza and in a terror attack, demand that the cabinet advance control over Areas A and B.
Rabbi welcomes 6th son less than a year after losing both legs
Rabbi Liraz Zeira, who lost both legs in a Syria explosion last year, welcomed his sixth son and called the birth his greatest healing.
Gen. Bluth Warns: One step away from a major disaster
Central Command chief Avi Bluth warned about violence by Jewish extremists in Judea and Samaria, saying: “This could ignite the entire Central Command sector."
Suspected of smuggling
Suspected of smuggling: Agent who rescued hostages in Shin Bet custody for four months
A Shin Bet agent involved in Operation Arnon is suspected of trafficking millions of shekels worth of goods into Gaza, according to reports.
Israel denies entry to antisemitic American YouTuber
Minister Amichai Chikli said Tyler Oliveira was denied entry over alleged antisemitic content and incitement against Jews and Israel.
