California:
Anti-Israel activist pleads guilty in fatal attack on Jewish demonstrator in California
Former professor pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of Paul Kessler during a protest north of Los Angeles in November of 2023.
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Trump: Ceasefire still on
US hits Iranian ports after naval attack on destroyers, Trump: Ceasefire still on
US destroyers repel Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces retaliate on port bases. Iran claims US violated the ceasefire, but Trump says it is still in effect.
Election Committee dismisses Likud petition against Bennett
Central Elections Committee chairman, Justice Noam Sohlberg, rejects a petition filed by Likud against Naftali Bennett regarding the use of a photo featuring former Deputy Police Commissioner Ami Eshed in uniform.
Emirati attack?
Emirati attack? Reports in Iran of mysterious explosions in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island
Iranian media report explosions and exchanges of fire near the Strait of Hormuz, with claims pointing to possible UAE involvement.
The bride was 16: Footage released from police raid in Yavne’el
The police have released footage from a raid on a 16-year-old minor's wedding. Despite the family's claims that it was an engagement, the officers located a ketubah, a ring, and a decorated vehicle.
New poll predicts strong win for Netanyahu bloc
A Channel 14 poll projects 65 seats for Netanyahu’s bloc, while a separate Channel 12 survey shows a tight race with the opposition.
Boulder firebomb attacker sentenced to life without parole
Mohamed Soliman sentenced to life without parole for deadly firebomb attack on Boulder rally supporting Israeli hostages in Gaza.
The Council of Europe's warning
Representatives of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe participated in a special event to mark 'Liberation and Rescue Day.'
Herzog meets Costa Rica’s Jewish community during official visit
President Isaac Herzog met Jewish leaders and students in Costa Rica, praising the community’s vitality and historic support for Israel.
The viral confrontation between Eyal Waldman and a protester from Gaza
Dozens of protesters besieged the Israeli pavilion at the Venice Biennale. High-tech entrepreneur Eyal Waldman tried to talk to a protester from Gaza and was met with aggression.
CIA report: Iran can withstand US blockade for months
A CIA assessment says Iran could withstand the US naval blockade for months while retaining much of its missile arsenal despite ongoing strikes.
After Katz’s signature
After Katz’s signature: Tally Gotliv prepares for immunity battle in the Knesset
The Defense Minister signed the document that will allow the Attorney General to prosecute MK Tally Gotliv for revealing the identity of a senior Shin Bet officer.
Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister sanctioned over Iran oil operation
The US imposed sanctions on Iraqi officials and companies accused of diverting oil revenues to Iran and Tehran-backed terrorist groups.
IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Terrorist who abducted Mia Schem eliminated
Ibrahim Abu Tzakar, a Hamas terrorist who operated as a paramedic and abducted Mia Schem from the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, was eliminated in Gaza.
Attorneys of soldier who shot armed citizen claim 'injustice'
Evidentiary stage in trial against IDF reservist who killed armed Israeli begins, as eyewitness describes extent of failures.
Watch:
Watch: IDF drone chases down Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon
Soldiers from the 146th Division worked with the IAF to eliminate 20 Hezbollah terrorists. Working with Yahalom troops, the forces demolished a 30-meter-long underground tunnel route.
Haredi draft crisis: Porush calls for US pressure on Israel
MK Meir Porush urges the Trump administration to pressure Israel to stop arrests of haredi draft evaders, claims that, in contrast to the US, Israel acts 'in ways of persecution against yeshiva students.'
Border Police Undercover Unit arrests PA policeman & ISIS operative who planned attacks
Undercover Border Police forces operating in Judea and Samaria arrested three wanted suspects this week who were allegedly planning imminent terrorist attacks.
Events cancelled:
Events cancelled: Northern Israel on high alert after Beirut elimination
Nahariya cancels mass events as security forces ask to avoid large gatherings in anticipation of Hezbollah retribution after strike that killed Radwan Force commander.
Herzog to children in Panama
Herzog to children in Panama: 'Be proud of your Jewish identity, raise your head high'
President Herzog concluded the first part of his official visit to Central America in Panama with a meeting with the country’s Jewish community, including Jewish schoolchildren.
Watch:
Watch: Teen firebomb cell from Bethlehem caught
Three terrorists from Bethlehem rented scooters, rode them to a wall overlooking a main highway, and threw Molotov cocktails and rocks toward Israeli vehicles.
IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons sites in Nabatieh
IAF targets weapons production infrastructure, drone launch positions and terror operatives transferring arms in southern Lebanon.
Arab MK to lose his physician's license?
Israel Medical Association warns MK Ahmad Tibi over 'psychopath' remarks, demands he retract statement, show restraint.
Revealed: How Hezbollah terrorists launch rockets
IDF reveals footage showing Hezbollah terrorist launching rockets at Israeli troops before attempting to hide in a residential building.
Two former Chinese ministers sentenced to death for corruption
A military court on Thursday convicted Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu of accepting bribes and ordered the confiscation of all their personal assets.
Judge demands PM Netanyahu submit full medical file
Judge Menachem Mizrachi accepts defendants' request, orders Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to submit complete medical file.
Gun and Prosthetics:
Gun and Prosthetics: War amputee puts on tefillin after losing both legs
The Instagram account 'Soldiers Smiling' published an emotional photo of Rabbi Liraz Ze'ira laying tefillin in the street, months after he was severely wounded in southern Syria and lost both his legs.
Givati troops dismantle 200 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon
IDF says brigade forces operating south of the Forward Defense Line eliminated dozens of terrorists and uncovered more than 1,000 weapons, including RPGs, explosives and anti-tank launchers.
Heated Cabinet meeting between Ben Gvir and IDF commander
IDF's Central Command Chief Avi Bluth condemns visits to outposts, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir insists on importance of Jewish settlement in Areas A and B of Judea and Samaria.
Communications Minister:
Communications Minister: 'You will have blood on your hands'
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi lashed out at the judicial system for ordering a halt to broadcasts by a haredi radio station in northern Israel.
IDF eliminates key Hezbollah officers
IDF says more than 85 operatives were killed over the past week alone, as forces continue strikes on command centers, launchers and weapons sites in southern Lebanon.
Gaza report:
Gaza report: Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya's son succumbs to injuries
Gaza-based journalist reports death of Azzam al-Hayya, after father Khalil al-Hayya, senior Hamas terrorist, denies son's death.
Hundreds of young olim attend ‘Olim Al Madim’ Expo ahead of mandatory IDF service
As aliyah inquiries have increased by several hundred percent since October 7, the event brought together hundreds of young immigrants in Jerusalem for IDF preparation.
Report:
Report: Washington's demands for Iranian nuclear program
U.S. officials told the The Wall Street Journal that Washington has presented Iran with a series of strict conditions as part of ongoing negotiations over a potential nuclear agreement.
IDF confirms: Radwan Force commander eliminated
IDF eliminates Ahmed Ali Balout, commander of Hezbollah's 'Radwan Force' Unit in precise strike.
Knesset committee advances law supporting families of the missing
After eight years of advocacy led by the Biladeihem Association, a law supporting the families of missing persons moved another step closer to final approval this week.
Democrats chief: Don't split the bloc more
Democrats chief MK Yair Golan calls on Gadi Eisenkot to join an existing party instead of running independently at the head of 'Yashar!'
IDF destroys ready-to-use Hezbollah rocket launchers
Over 15 Hezbollah targets, largely weapons production and storage sites, destroyed in various locations across southern Lebanon.
IDF document warned of threat to soldiers last year
In May 2025, an internal IDF document warned of the threat now exacting a heavy toll on IDF forces fighting in Lebanon.
50th Anniversary of Entebbe:
50th Anniversary of Entebbe: Government to approve center honoring Yoni Netanyahu
The Israeli government is expected next week to approve Heritage Minister Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu's proposal to establish a national heritage center in northern Jerusalem.
