Houthis fire ballistic missile at Riyadh
Iran-backed Houthis launch major missile and drone attack on Saudi Arabia, claiming to target sensitive sites in Riyadh and Aramco facilities in Yanbu.
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New details emerge about Yair Netanyahu’s escape from Miami
New details reveal how an alleged Iranian assassination plot targeting Yair Netanyahu triggered an urgent security operation, sending the prime minister’s son back to Israel without even collecting his belongings.
Nine Israelis arrested in massive Turkey fraud crackdown
Turkish authorities say international network allegedly defrauded victims of at least $266 million; most detainees are not Israeli.
US Representative:
US Representative: 'Ben Gvir in the Cabinet is an existential threat'
Brad Sherman, one of Israel’s most prominent supporters in Congress, warns of a collapse in public support for Israel in the United States.
Rare ancient tombs uncovered at Egypt’s ‘Mound of the Jews’
Archaeologists uncover rock-cut tombs and Roman military remains at Tell el-Yahudiya, an ancient Egyptian site with a remarkable connection to Jewish history.
Arab MK reveals post-election plan for the Knesset
Hadash-Ta’al chairman Ahmed Tibi hints at a series of moves Arab parties could pursue immediately after the election, including an attempt to replace Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana.
IDF takes out October 7 Hamas commander in Gaza
Muhammad Suleiman Byouk took part in the October 7 massacre, continued planting explosives and planning attacks against IDF troops.
Trump announces deal giving US security control over Greenland
President Trump announces a deal with Denmark and Greenland granting the US permanent security control and barring adversaries from military bases: “This is a dream come true for the United States of America."
Ahead of Yom Kippur:
Ahead of Yom Kippur: Top Rabbi calls on Mamdani to apologize to Jewish New Yorkers
Rabbi Marc Schneier urges NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to apologize to Jewish New Yorkers and change his rhetoric on Israel, Zionism and Netanyahu.
Israel concerned:
Israel concerned Saudi F-35 sale could undermine IDF’s military edge
Israel’s defense establishment reportedly opposes the planned $24.3 billion US sale of 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia over military concerns.
Over ‘fake news’
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House over ‘fake news’
President Trump bars CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, accusing the outlets of repeatedly reporting “fiction and lies" about his administration.
Due to false AI report
AI-generated false report nearly triggered US military action against Chinese ship
CNN reports that a false AI-assisted intelligence report nearly led the US military to intercept a Chinese ship after wrongly claiming it carried nuclear weapons components.
Mother of October 7 victim confronts former IDF intel chief
Mother of October 7 victim Libby Cohen Meguri confronts former IDF intelligence chief Aharon Haliva, accusing him of failing to take responsibility: “My daughter was buried because of you!"
WSJ report:
WSJ: Robert Kraft told Ed Sheeran Macklemore’s Gaza claims were hate speech
Robert Kraft told Ed Sheeran that Macklemore’s claims about Israel and Gaza were hate speech in a 40-minute call, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Live:
Live: Amichai Attia laid to rest
Amichai Attia, 17, from Itamar, is being laid to rest after being fatally struck at the Village shopping complex. His aunt: 'He was very sociable, surrounded by friends, and always pleasant and welcoming.'
Suspect in missile launch incident released
Police raids in Jaljulia uncover two hidden handguns, ammunition and surveillance cameras as investigation into unusual LAW rocket attack continues.
IDF officer demands: Stop photographing soldiers
Lt. Col. (res.) Meir Indor calls for legal action against photographers who, he claims, publish images of soldiers against their wishes, citing operational security and privacy concerns.
Agreement reached: Tel Aviv Selichot to go ahead as planned
Rabbis and Tel Aviv Municipality reach court-backed agreement, clearing the way for Saturday night Selichot prayers at Tel Baruch Beach.
Selichot at Mount Herzl:
Selichot at Mount Herzl: Remembering fallen heroes before Yom Kippur
Bereaved families, friends and young people gather beside graves of two fallen soldiers for an emotional evening of remembrance, song and prayer.
The Jewish Year art collection:
Inner Light (part II of III)
An artistic interpretation of the annual Jewish Holidays.
Friedman defends Huckabee after Turmus Ayya controversy
Former US Ambassador David Friedman suggests key facts withheld from US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee before his visit, pointing to interview with Amishav Melet.
Loud cheering:
Protesters tear down PLO flag in Amsterdam
Crowd erupts in cheers as pro-Israel demonstrators pull massive PLO flag from building overlooking Amsterdam’s Dam Square.
October 7 survivor to UN chief: Hamas is planning the next massacre
Tzav 9's Yael Savarigo hits back at UN Secretary-General António Guterres: 'We demand UN stop supporting terrorist organizations, focus on disarming Hamas.'
Yeshiva student killed in Hadera ramming
Amichai Attia, a 12th-grade student from Samaria, named as teen victim killed in ramming by Arab driver; police say incident was criminal, not terrorism.
New poll: Likud drops to 18 seats, Winter crosses threshold
Yashar! leads with 23 seats as Likud continues to slide, while Amcha Yisrael returns to the Knesset; right-wing bloc holds at 50 Knesset seats.
‘110 percent’
Dave Portnoy backs Robert Kraft after Macklemore ban: 110 percent
Barstool founder Dave Portnoy strongly backs Robert Kraft’s decision to ban Macklemore, criticizing the rapper’s politics and antisemitic history.
Amid closer Israel ties
World Jewish Congress delegation meets Slovenia’s PM amid closer Israel ties
World Jewish Congress leaders meet Slovenian PM Janez Janša after Israel opened its first embassy in Ljubljana, discussing antisemitism and Jewish life.
Germany:
Germany: Afghan national arrested over suspected arson attack on synagogue
German police arrest 37-year-old Afghan national suspected of setting fire to a synagogue in Wuppertal.
Over Merz criticism
Iran summons German ambassador over Merz criticism of Tehran
Iran summons Germany’s ambassador after Chancellor Merz demands Tehran end the Hormuz blockade, regional support for armed groups and nuclear program.
Antisemitism in US
North Carolina man arrested over antisemitic threats to Jewish organizations
Federal authorities arrest a North Carolina man accused of mailing antisemitic threats to Jewish groups, while a Maine man is sentenced for online threats.
UN General Assembly
US approves visas for Iran’s president and foreign minister for UN General Assembly
The US approves UN visas for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while imposing travel and shopping restrictions.
Report:
Report: Iran downed at least two American drones in recent days
US officials tell CBS News Iranian forces have shot down at least two American MQ-1 drones in recent days. CENTCOM refuses comment.
Bid to disqualify Balad chairman: Dispute emerges within State Attorney’s Office
Senior officials support disqualifying Balad chairman Sami Abu Shehadeh, while the Deputy State Attorney has reservations and the AG awaits his response.
Treasury cracks down on Iranian crypto network
US Treasury sanctions BitBank and associates of Babak Zanjani, accusing the network of moving hundreds of millions in Bitcoin to Iran’s IRGC.
Danon at UN: Turkey ‘following Iranian playbook’ in Syria
Israeli Ambassador to UN warns Security Council against Turkey’s expanding military presence in Syria, says Israel will not allow Syrian territory to become a base for threats against it.
48 F-35s for Riyadh:
Saudi Arabia moves closer to F-35s as US approves $24.3 billion sale
The State Department approves a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, saying it will not alter the regional balance.
‘Do I want to annihilate them?’
Trump weighs major Iran decision: ‘Do I want to annihilate them?’
US President Donald Trump says he will consult Gulf leaders before deciding whether to renew large-scale attacks on Iran or pursue diplomacy.
Watch:
Watch: Police agent buys drugs in covert sting, three suspects arrested
An undercover police operation in Jerusalem led to three arrests, with suspected cocaine, pills, cash and mobile phones seized during the bust.
IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israel on Oct. 7
IDF strikes in Gaza eliminate a Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israel on October 7 and a Hamas naval commander accused of advancing attacks.
Deadly day on the roads: Five killed
Five people were killed throughout the day in a series of traffic accidents, including fatal crashes near Kiryat Ata, on the Ayalon Highway and on Route 310.
