Western Wall:
Suspect tries to spray paint again: 'There is a holocaust in Gaza'
A 27-year-old Jerusalem resident was arrested today after spray-painting graffiti at a light rail station, shortly after being released from a previous arrest.
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Report:
Report: Trump's postwar plan - voluntary relocation and “Gaza Riviera"
Proposal envisions US-led trusteeship to rebuild Gaza into a tech and tourism hub, relocating residents during reconstruction with financial incentives and housing plans.
Heartbreaking:
Heartbreaking: A friend of fallen soldier Ariel Lubliner bids farewell
Dana Stavi, friend of Sergeant first-class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, recounts his journey from immigrating to Israel up to his death in Gaza, and tells of the moment she learned of his death.
Report:
Report: UN aid workers arrested in Houthi raid in Sanaa
Ten UN aid workers were detained in Sanaa after Houthi gunmen stormed the offices of WFP and UNICEF, amid rising tensions following the reported killing of top officials.
Leading Israeli musician:
Leading Israeli musician: Who are you to call my son a war criminal?
Musician Nancy Brandes commented on the artists who attacked IDF soldiers in Gaza, saying: 'My son is fighting there; there is no army that is more moral than the IDF.'
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Announcement on Abu Obaida's death delayed - seems there's no one to do it
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed during the Cabinet meeting that the IDF struck Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Abu Obaida.
Missing for 555 days:
Extensive search operation continues for Hymanut who has been missing for 555 days
Unprecedented search operation in Tzfat: Hundreds of civilians, the Israel Canine Unit and Israel Police continue operation to locate Haymanut Kasau, who has been missing for 555 days.
New details:
New details: Abu Obaida rented Gaza hideout days before strike
A Palestinian source told Sky News Arabia that Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida was killed in a newly rented Gaza City apartment, claimed his wife and children were inside during the Israeli strike.
Hilltop youth sue commander accused of opening fire at them
Six youths from the Binyamin Region filed a lawsuit claiming an IDF commander fired live rounds over their heads and used gas grenades during an eviction on Mount Ba’al Hazor.
Jewish Agency chairman cancels trip to South Africa for fear of being arrested
Former IDF General and Jewish Agency chairman Doron Almog canceled a planned trip to South Africa due to concerns an arrest warrant could be issued against him.
'A great personal example'
Miriam Adelson, Druze leader among Presidential Medal of Honor recipients
President Isaac Herzog to award Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to individuals who have made a unique contribution to the State of Israel.
Iranian Jews feel safe and secure
Representatives of the Jewish community in Iran condemn the expulsion of the Iranian ambassador from Australia and claim that they maintain good relations with the Muslim residents of the country.
'Israeli hero'
Eli Shtivi reveals: Idan was in a special IDF unit
Eli Shtivi revealed his son Idan, recently recovered from Gaza, was a special unit fighter who resisted terrorists before being shot and taken.
On his wedding day
Rabbi Leo Dee detained on Temple Mount on his wedding day
Rabbi Leo Dee, who lost his wife and two daughters in a 2023 terror attack, was detained on the Temple Mount for praying with tefillin and banned for a week, just hours before his wedding.
Despite documentation:
Despite documentation: Attorney General's office closes case of lynching Jews
After three observers were attacked in the 2019 elections in Umm al-Fahm, Attorney General's office closes the case; Honenu demands to bring the assailants to justice.
Palestinian Arab source confirms: Abu Obaida was eliminated
Al-Arabiya cited a Palestinian Arab source who confirmed the death of Hamas Armed Wing Spokesman Hudayfa Samir Abdallah al-Kahlout, aka Abu Obaida.
Study:
Study: Eating bananas, avocado and spinach reduces hospitalizations and death by 24%
A comprehensive study in Denmark finds that a potassium-rich diet reduces the risk of heart disease, hospitalizations and death by 24%, noting that 'the potassium-to-sodium ratio in the modern diet has changed dramatically.'
Report:
Herzog considers clemency for Ami Popper tied to possible Hamas deal
President Isaac Herzog is weighing a possible sentence reduction for Ami Popper, convicted of murdering seven Palestinian Arabs in 1990, if a future Israel-Hamas hostage deal includes prisoner releases.
Diplomatic source:
Diplomatic source: Only the military option remains on the table
A diplomatic source said that previous frameworks for a hostage deal or ceasefire are no longer relevant, and if a deal is reached, it would include all hostages, both the living and the deceased.
Iran arrests eight for alleged Mossad espionage during June war
Iran’s IRGC arrests eight suspects accused of spying for Mossad during Israel’s June offensive. Materials for sabotage seized.
EU top diplomat 'not optimistic' EU will act against Israel
EU foreign ministers meet in Denmark to discuss sanctions on Israel over Gaza, but deep divisions stall action.
Report:
Report: Trump moving forward with plans to rename Pentagon as 'Department of War'
Wall Street Journal reports that legislative proposals are underway to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War, with support from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
France:
France: Lyon Holocaust memorial defaced with 'Free Gaza'
Lyon’s Holocaust memorial defaced with “Free Gaza,” sparking outrage amid a 112% rise in antisemitic acts across France since the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.
After three and a half months:
After three and a half months: Hamas confirms elimination of Mohammed Sinwar
Approximately three and a half months after IDF strike, Hamas confirms the elimination of Mohammed Sinwar, the brother of Hamas leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar.
Report:
Report: Only four Houthi ministers remain alive
Al-Arabiya reports just four Houthi ministers still alive following IDF strike in Sana'a, Yemen, earlier this week.
Jerusalem light rail to resume regular operations
Beginning on Sunday, the 'Red Line' of Jerusalem's light rail train will resume operations, construction to connect it with new 'Green Line' expected conclude on schedule.
Body of hostage Idan Shtivi returned to Israel
The body of Idan Shtivi was retrieved by the IDF together with that of Ilan Weiss.
Houthis and IDF confirm:
Houthis and IDF confirm: Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi eliminated
Two days after Israeli strike on Yemen, Houthis confirm death of Prime Minister Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi eliminated, list of other senior officials.
Assassination in Ukraine:
Assassination in Ukraine: Former speaker of parliament gunned down by biker
The former speaker of parliament was assassinated in broad daylight on a street in Lviv. A man dressed as a courier, with a helmet covering his face, shot him at close range.
Report:
Report: This is how Israel targeted a top-secret meeting in an Iranian bunker
Israel located and struck secret meeting of senior Iranian leaders after exploiting security gap created by security guards' phones, NYT report says.
'Trump is dead' rumor sparks wave of controversy online
Thousands of tweets using the phrase 'Trump is dead' have caused uproar as the White House tried to reassure the public that President Trump was alive and well.
900th fallen soldier:
Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner fell in battle in Gaza
Sergeant First Class (Res.) Ariel Lubliner, 34 from Kiryat Bialik, fell in battle in Gaza, IDF announces.
Belzer Rebbe hospitalized
Belzer Rebbe admitted to Jerusalem hospital due to broken leg, expected to undergo surgery.
Seven soldiers injured in Zeitoun neighborhood
IDF Namer vehicle drives over explosive device in Zeitoun; all soldiers evacuated for medical care.
Putin to meet Iran’s Pezeshkian amid sanctions showdown
Putin will meet Iran’s President in China following the E3’s announcement that it will reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance.
Israeli firm reveals:
Iranian hackers targeted Gaza ceasefire talks, Israeli firm reveals
Israeli firm Dream says Iran-linked hackers infiltrated Gaza ceasefire talks, targeting diplomats and global organizations with malware disguised as official emails.
Senior defense official:
Senior defense official: Living hostages could have been home last week
Senior defense officials urge Israel’s Cabinet to accept a hostage deal over Gaza invasion, warning that rejecting it risks lives and delays the return of hostages. A decisive meeting is set for Sunday.
IDF Chief vows:
IDF Chief vows: We will not rest until all hostages are returned
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir comments on strikes in Yemen and Gaza, pledging relentless efforts to recover hostages and confront Iran-backed terror groups: “There is no containment.”
IDF eliminates top ISIS leader in Gaza strike
IDF confirms the elimination of ISIS Gaza chief Muhammad Abu Zubaida, who led terror operations across Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and Sinai.
US to block Abbas from attending UN General Assembly
In a historic decision, the Trump administration reaffirms commitment to not reward terrorism and revokes visas of Palestinian officials, preventing them from attending UNGA.
