Watch:
Watch: IDF raids old Syrian army outposts
As part of the operation, the troops apprehended and questioned several suspects in the area who engaged in the smuggling and trade of weapons from Syria to Lebanon.
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Two women win millions in back-to-back lottery tickets
It was a week of extraordinary luck for Mifal HaPais, Israel’s state-run lottery, as two women in their 50s walked away with massive wins in consecutive draws
Smotrich threatens to quit government over hostage deal
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has warned that he will leave the government if Netanyahu proceeds with any deal with Hamas.
Attack miraculously fails:
Attack miraculously fails: Terrorist fired one shot at shepherds before gun jammed
A terrorist who apparently came from the village of al-Mughayyir fired one shot at a group of Israeli shepherds, and then his pistol jammed. One shepherd was lightly wounded.
Meet the man who helped bring down the Lev Tahor cult
Yoel Levi, 23, who escaped the extremist Lev Tahor cult in Guatemala seven years ago, has successfully led an eight-month mission that resulted in the dismantling of the cult.
Wales:
Jewish tourists filmed replacing historic cross with Star of David in Wales
Locals in Llandudno, north Wales, voiced outrage after footage showed a group dismantling a 50-year-old stone cross and arranging the rocks into a Star of David.
Amb. Huckabee:
Amb. Huckabee: 'USA will not take part in UN's Palestinian state circus'
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said that no matter what happens, Hamas cannot be allowed any semblance of victory in the war.
State Department fires press officer after debates over Israel
Dismissal of Shahed Ghoreishi follows internal disputes over Gaza policy language, with critics citing pressure for stricter pro-Israel messaging inside the department
Israeli researcher sues UC Berkeley for discrimination
Lawsuit alleges UC Berkeley violated California anti-discrimination laws by rejecting Dr. Yael Nativ’s teaching application solely because she is Israeli, despite earlier acknowledging discrimination.
NY Governor pledges Israel Parade safe from Mamdani
NY Governor Kathy Hochul says NYC's annual Israel parade "will never, never, never" be canceled, addressing concerns raised about mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's views.
Yankees face backlash over draft pick who drew swastika
New York Yankees are under fire for drafting Core Jackson, who drew a swastika on a Jewish student's door in 2021. The team says his remorse and growth justified the decision.
UN peacekeepers find Hezbollah tunnel in Lebanon
UNIFIL peacekeepers and the Lebanese Army discover a Hezbollah tunnel and unexploded munitions in southern Lebanon.
Texas court halts Ten Commandments mandate for schools
US judge blocks a new Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom. The ruling is a temporary injunction ahead of a likely Supreme Court battle.
MK Schuster:
MK Schuster: Gantz would rejoin the government for hostage deal
MK Alon Schuster confirms that Benny Gantz is considering rejoining the government, but only to ensure a majority for an anticipated hostage release deal.
Poll:
Poll: Netanyahu wins 28 seats, Religious Zionist Party gains strength
The data indicates a strengthening of Likud, which continues to dominate the political landscape. In a scenario where a right-wing, security-focused party runs, it would secure 13 seats.
Finance Minister announces tax exemption for milk imports
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to sign order exempting milk imports from tax, in attempt to resolve shortage.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: We need an objective committee which will investigate me as well
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu outlines to Triggernometry how an ideal investigative committee would operate, stressing the importance of everyone - from himself down to the last military personnel - being included.
Shocking:
Shocking: Police officer stomps on protester's head
A Border Police officer was filmed kicking a haredi anti-draft protester in Bnei Brak in the head. Police: 'The incident has been referred for review.'
Jerusalem train line to end at Ben Gurion airport
Train services between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv to be shortened temporarily; Tel Aviv Hashalom station closed, Israel Railways says.
Microsoft employees occupy HQ over claims of software use in Gaza
Dozens of Microsoft workers occupied the company’s Redmond campus, demanding it end ties with Israel after reports alleged Azure technology was used for surveillance of Palestinian Arabs.
Report:
Report: Gantz may return to government to facilitate hostage deal
Gantz weighing return to government as Netanyahu faces right-wing pushback over proposed partial hostage deal backed by mediators.
Former Chief Rabbi warns:
Former Chief Rabbi warns: Someone asked my permission to harm the A-G
Ministry of Religious Services alerts police following warning of threat to Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's life.
Gideon's Chariots
IDF gains control over 75% of Gaza Strip in renewed operations
Since March 18, the IDF has gained control over 75% of Gaza, eliminated 2,000 terrorists including senior Hamas leaders, struck 10,000 targets, and established two key corridors.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: 'We have entered the next phase of the war against Hamas'
IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin announces entry into phase two of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, with intensified battles in Gaza City and expanded humanitarian efforts.
Haredi protesters block major roads in central Israel
Protests erupt in the Sharon area against draft dodgers' arrests, causing massive traffic jams.
Khan Yunis incident
Khan Yunis incident | Watch: Terrorists exit tunnel, one is eliminated
Footage shows militants emerging from a tunnel intending to attack soldiers in Khan Yunis, and elimination of one of them who tried to escape.
Southern Command Chief slams: IDF has been sucked into politics
Major General Yaniv Asor highlights challenges in public trust, manpower issues, and the need for a large, well-equipped army.
Report:
Report: Terrorist who forced hostage to kiss him eliminated
Gazan sources reported that Ghassan Salot, the terrorist who forced captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov to kiss his forehead during his release ceremony, was eliminated in Dir al-Balah
'An alliance of believers'
'An alliance of believers' | Israel reopens embassy in Zambia after 52 years
After five decades, Israel restores its diplomatic presence in Lusaka, with FM Gideon Sa’ar calling Zambia a key partner and ally rooted in shared faith and values.
Cases against US and Israel
Trump admin. sanctions four more ICC officials
According to the State Department, two ICC judges and two deputy prosecutors were sanctioned for efforts to investigate and prosecute US and Israeli nationals.
Footage from Khan Yunis:
Footage from Khan Yunis: IDF tank crushes terrorist before he manages to launch RPG at it
Footage filmed the attempted abduction of IDF soldiers in Khan Yunis shows an IDF tank running over a terrorist who aimed an RPG at it.
Israel to add two Boeing refueling aircraft to IDF fleet
New contract to expand IDF's refueling fleet to six KC-46 aircraft, enhancing the IAF's long-range capabilities.
Fmr. Navy chief:
Fmr. Navy chief: A partial deal will give Hamas two months to regroup
R. Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom warned that Israel cannot afford a partial deal with Hamas, stressing that only a full offensive or comprehensive agreement will prevent the terror group from regrouping.
1st charter flight since war:
Arutz Sheva joins 225 North American olim arriving on first charter flight since war began
Excited new immigrants say recent events strengthened their resolve to live in Israel.
Tal Shoham shares
Tal Shoham shares: The letter that gave hope in Hamas captivity
Ex-hostage speaks about the horrors he endured in his 505 days in captivity, his feelings at the continued captivity of his friends, and reveals the letter he received that provided a ray of light in the darkness.
Report:
Report: Senior ISIS commander arrested in commando raid in north Syria
Sources in Syria report that early this morning, US-led coalition forces raided the village of Āţimah in northwest Syria, near the Turkish border.
Grave of Elazar the Priest desecrated with Arabic graffiti
Vandals spray name of terrorist organization on grave of Biblical figure who served as High Priest following the death of his father Aaron.
$1.5B plan to expand tank and APC production approved
Israel Defense Procurement Committee receives comprehensive plan to accelerate production of Israeli armored vehicles and increase their capacity by dozens of tanks and APCs over the next 5 years.
Final Approval:
Final Approval: Construction moves ahead in E1
The Civil Administration has approved two major construction plans in the Maale Adumim region, ending decades of delay.
Gideon's Chariots 2
Gideon's Chariots 2: 60,000 reservists receive orders ahead of Gaza City op.
IDF mobilizes 130,000 reservists ahead of operation to capture Gaza City.
