Poll:
Poll: Nearly half of secular Israeli Jews fast on Yom Kippur
IDI poll finds 74% of Israeli Jews fast at least partially on Yom Kippur and 57% attend synagogue, including many who rarely attend during the year.
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Historic peace deal ends five-year Gur Hasidic feud
After years of bitter division, lawsuits and violent clashes, Gur's leadership and Rabbi Shaul Alter's breakaway community have signed an unprecedented agreement pledging to end violence and turn the page.
Poll:
Poll: Nearly three-quarters of Jewish Israelis reject full Gaza pullout
JPPI survey finds 72% of Jewish Israelis reject leaving Gaza without a security perimeter, while support for occupying the entire Strip rises to 36%.
Footage from Lebanon:
Footage from Lebanon: IDF destroys 32 rockets aimed at Israel
IDF forces operating in the security zone locate and destroy a Hezbollah hideout and ready-to-use rocket launchers containing 32 rockets.
Haredi teen stabbed in Brooklyn synagogue
The incident reportedly followed an altercation that broke out inside the synagogue.
Private vs Maj. Gen.
IDF recruit arrested during uniformed protest against Major General Bluth
Enlisted IDF soldier stages protest outside Central Command headquarters against Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, accusing him of persecuting Tal Yinon Derdik.
Shin Bet confirms:
Shin Bet confirms: Central Israel firefighter planned Hamas-inspired attack
Shin Bet says Mustafa Issa exploited his work as a firefighter to identify sensitive targets and contacted Hamas terrorists and Iranian intelligence agents.
Stolen cars found just in time for Rosh Hashanah
A targeted Border Police operation uncovered two Toyota vehicles stolen from central Israel.
During Rosh Hashanah:
Fireworks fired toward London synagogue as Jews mark Rosh Hashanah
Five youths were seen outside Lauderdale Road Synagogue before two fireworks were launched toward the building; no injuries or damage were reported.
Pentagon reveals cost of war in Iran
A new Pentagon inspector general report reveals ammunition shortages, major aircraft losses and Iranian strikes on a key US Navy hub.
Sasha Troufanov reveals ‘switch’ that changed his Hamas captivity
Former hostage Sasha Troufanov recalls reaching a turning point in Hamas captivity, when faith helped him overcome fear and accept that his fate was in G-d’s hands.
US sanctions Russian banking giant over ties to Iran
US Treasury sanctions Russia’s VTB Bank for helping Iran evade sanctions and move frozen assets, warning foreign institutions to sever ties with the bank.
Antisemitic attack
Three Jewish teens assaulted on London bus in antisemitic attack
Three Jewish 14-year-olds allegedly assaulted and subjected to hate speech on a London bus as police investigate the incident as antisemitic.
US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna
US blocks an exemption allowing Iran's nuclear chief to attend an IAEA meeting, citing UN sanctions and Tehran's lack of nuclear cooperation.
Up to three years
Norway weighs up to three years in prison for trade with Judea and Samaria communities
Norway’s Foreign Minister says the country could impose prison terms of up to three years for trading with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria under legislation due this fall.
Trump nominates Rep. Wesley Hunt as US ambassador to Saudi Arabia
President Trump nominates Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt as ambassador to Saudi Arabia as Washington pushes closer ties between Riyadh and Israel.
Iranian official:
Iranian official: No talks with US until Iran's conditions are met
Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejects Trump's mixed signals on talks.
Robert Kraft confirms role in pushing Macklemore off Ed Sheeran tour
Patriots owner Robert Kraft confirms he helped pressure Ed Sheeran to drop Macklemore, citing antisemitic rhetoric and imagery at recent shows.
'Harassment of activists'
Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia over harassment of Palestinian Arab activists
Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University, alleging it failed to stop harassment of Palestinian Arab activists and retaliated against students who reported it.
After three-month absence
McConnell returns to Senate after three-month absence due to health issues
Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Capitol Hill after a three-month health-related absence, saying he is still recovering but plans to be present for key votes.
Netanyahu's secret promise to Ben Gvir and Gotliv
Report: Fearing a loss of Likud voters to Otzma Yehudit, the Prime Minister held clarification talks with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and MK Tally Gotliv.
'Anarchy on its way'
'Anarchy on its way': Calls in Israel for international coalition against Houthis
Israeli officials warn Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait could trigger maritime anarchy unless an international coalition acts against the threat.
Eisenkot’s move that could enable a minority government
Yashar! party chairman is formulating a mechanism to prevent MKs from leaving his faction if he decides to establish a minority government relying on Arab parties’ votes.
Poll:
Poll: Winter, Hendel-Zelekha parties both cross electoral threshold
Channel 12 poll gives Yashar 23 seats and Likud 20, as Ofer Winter and Hendel-Zelekha clear the threshold; Netanyahu bloc stands at 50 seats.
Israeli Arab firefighter arrested for terror plot
Shin Bet and police say 19-year-old Kafr Qassem firefighter contacted Hamas and Iranian agents, sought to form a terror cell and identified a sensitive target.
Amid anti-Israel controversy
Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran tour amid anti-Israel controversy
Macklemore is removed from eight Ed Sheeran tour dates after venues reportedly refused to host him following his ‘Free Palestine’ performances.
Netanyahu warns Hezbollah: Next attack will bring ‘heavier blows’
Netanyahu hails the destruction of Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon and warns that any renewed attack on Israel will be met with even heavier blows.
Following AG's intervention
Following Attorney General’s intervention: Memorial event for Rabbi Ovadia Yosef canceled
The major event planned in memory of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef has been canceled following the Attorney General’s directive regarding the election period.
Israeli Arab blogger:
Nas Daily founder: Western activism has harmed the Palestinian cause
Nas Daily founder Nuseir Yassin accuses Paul Graham of empowering Palestinian extremists as the two clash over alleged terror links involving MSF staff.
Health system prepares for winter
Healthcare system prepares for winter: Hospitals instructed to prepare for rise in illness
The Health Ministry has instructed hospitals and health funds to prepare for an increase in respiratory illnesses and is urging the public to get vaccinated against the flu early.
‘It’s about being with Sderot’:
‘It’s about being with Sderot’: Inside a yeshiva deeply rooted in its city
Students of Yeshivat Hesder Sderot share how Torah, military service and a deep bond with the city are shaping a growing community in southern Israel.
IDF Spokesman slams film
IDF Spokesman slams film: “False allegations, distorted, disconnected from reality"
Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin rejects allegations presented in promo for “NAZA," invites filmmakers to show IDF the full film.
On 9/11
UCLA Chancellor condemns speech by 9/11 mastermind's lawyer on 9/11
University where Judea Pearl teaches, whose son Daniel was murdered by Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, hosts Mohammed's attorney on 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Iran: Israel is the ‘only winner’ of regional tensions
Tehran calls for dialogue with Gulf states as Saudi Arabia postpones planned Oman meeting, Iran International report says.
Newsmax: The fight over Israel is entering a new phase
What happens after the House votes to punish universities that boycott Israel? Newsmax examines the new bill, campus antisemitism, BDS activism, Hamas and Israel’s next moves.
IAEA: Almost no nuclear inspections in Iran for six months
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns inspectors have had virtually no access to Iran’s nuclear facilities for six months, raising 'serious proliferation' concerns.
Paralympic athlete suffers seizure during live TV interview
Puerto Rican Paralympic athlete Melanie Valdés Reyes suffered an epileptic seizure during a live morning TV interview, then shared the footage to raise awareness about the condition.
‘We want justice’:
‘We want justice’: Family of murdered 7-year-old confronts accused killer in court
Hillel Mordechai Dadon’s family arrived at court as prosecutors filed charges against the man accused of murdering the seven-year-old in Beit Shemesh and attempting to kill his cousin.
23 years after losing his sight in terror attack, Oren gets married
Twenty-three years after losing his sight and five family members in Maxim's restaurant terror attack, Oren Almog married Rotem Alima in an emotional ceremony featuring a powerful prayer for the restoration of his vision.
Is wood panelling outdated?
WoodUpp brings it back as slim slats with acoustic felt instead of heavy cladding
