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Haskel meets Dutch MP

Haskel meets Dutch MP: A courageous voice against Iranian regime, rising antisemitism

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel met yesterday in Jerusalem with Dutch Member of Parliament Ulysse Ellian during his 1st visit to Israel.

Haskel meets Dutch MP: A courageous voice against Iranian regime, rising antisemitism

Smotrich:

Smotrich: IDF Chief of Staff supports annexation of territory in Gaza

Finance Minister reveals top-level IDF backing for plan to establish Jewish communities in northern Gaza, calling it a 'great opportunity.'

Smotrich: IDF Chief of Staff supports annexation of territory in Gaza

Iran:

Agents, fake invitation and DNA helped Mossad penetrate IRGC

Iran attempts to conceal a series of severe security failures, following deep-cover Mossad operations that led to the precise elimination of senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps officials.

Agents, fake invitation and DNA helped Mossad penetrate IRGC

Top haredi yeshiva in shock after students announce IDF enlistment

Wolfson Yeshiva held an emergency assembly after three students, including two Kol Torah alumni, declared plans to enlist in the IDF, sparking sharp rebuke from the dean.

Top haredi yeshiva in shock after students announce IDF enlistment

Due to anti-Israel biases:

Due to anti-Israel biases:Due to anti-Israel biases: Trump to withdraw US from UNESCO

Trump admin. cited anti-American and anti-Israel biases, as well as the promotion of a 'woke agenda' that he claims harms national interests, for the decision.

Due to anti-Israel biases:Due to anti-Israel biases: Trump to withdraw US from UNESCO

Moments before ceasefire:

Senior Iranian nuclear scientist key target in Israeli strike

Mohammad Reza Seddiqi Saber, a senior nuclear scientist regarded as a key figure in Iran's nuclear warhead development program, was killed in a precision Israeli strike just hours before the ceasefire in Operation Rising Lion.

Senior Iranian nuclear scientist key target in Israeli strike

IDF responds to WHO allegations over Gaza strikes and staff detentions

IDF says it coordinated with international groups before operations in Deir al-Balah, adding that detainees were screened lawfully and most were released promptly.

IDF responds to WHO allegations over Gaza strikes and staff detentions

The baby from the diaper commercial fell in Gaza

In emotional interview, family of fallen Golani soldier Amit Cohen describes his bravery, selflessness, and final hours before tragic accident in Khan Yunis.

The baby from the diaper commercial fell in Gaza

Global passport index: Israel rises to 18th place

Singapore continues to hold the title of the world's most powerful passport, with visa-free access to 193 out of 227 destinations worldwide, according to the Henley & Partners Index for the first half of 2025.

Global passport index: Israel rises to 18th place

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: 'Iran and its axis remain in our sights - the campaign is not over'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir led a special meeting emphasizing a complex and challenging reality that requires multi-arena operations.

IDF Chief of Staff: 'Iran and its axis remain in our sights - the campaign is not over'

Iran:

Iran: Cyberattacks damage critical infrastructure during Operation Rising Lion

For the first time, Tehran acknowledges critical systems attacked in a coordinated and large-scale manner, blames "foreign entities" and establishes special team to prevent further intrusions.

Iran: Cyberattacks damage critical infrastructure during Operation Rising Lion

Drama at the rabbinical court:

Drama at the rabbinical court: Bank robber grants wife divorce after 6-year battle

Chief Rabbi David Yosef leads delicate negotiations to free woman whose husband refused a get, ending years of legal battles and prison refusals.

Drama at the rabbinical court: Bank robber grants wife divorce after 6-year battle

Warning to haredi youngsters to avoid going to airport, risking arrest

The Yeshiva Council today distributed a letter to all haredi yeshivot across the country, warning students not to attempt to independently arrange their military status.

Warning to haredi youngsters to avoid going to airport, risking arrest

Parents of soldiers in Battalion 605 demand change amid safety concerns

Following the deadly APC incident in Khan Yunis, parents of Battalion 605 soldiers are campaigning to retire the aging Puma vehicle, voicing concerns over troop safety and morale.

Parents of soldiers in Battalion 605 demand change amid safety concerns

'Finally, we had what we wanted'

Netanyahu reveals what really ties him to Trump

In a wide-ranging interview, Prime Minister Netanyahu discusses US politics, his legacy, personal regrets, and an unexpected moment with President Trump over hamburgers.

Netanyahu reveals what really ties him to Trump

Hunter Biden criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu's attack on Iran

'Bombing the s*** out of whatever remains of a Mosque in Gaza and turning it into a golf course.. is not going to work,' Hunter Biden tells Andrew Callaghan.

Hunter Biden criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu's attack on Iran

Huckabee clarifies:

Huckabee clarifies: I never blamed anyone for Taybeh church fire

US Ambassador to Israel comments on Israel Police findings of reported arson at Taybeh’s Church of Saint George: I have not attributed the cause of the fire to any person or group. Glad police continue to search for the truth.

Huckabee clarifies: I never blamed anyone for Taybeh church fire

Sirens across Israel

Sirens across Israel, missile from Yemen successfully intercepted

IDF identifies missile launched from Yemen. Sirens sounded across Israel. Missile successfully intercepted, no injuries reported.

Sirens across Israel, missile from Yemen successfully intercepted

New trial ordered

Federal court overturns Etan Patz murder conviction, orders new trial

Federal court overturns the conviction in the Etan Patz case, citing judicial error. Pedro Hernandez, sentenced in 2017, must be retried or released.

Federal court overturns Etan Patz murder conviction, orders new trial

Trump orders release of over 230,000 files on MLK assassination

President Trump orders the release of over 230,000 documents related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. King’s children urge the public to engage respectfully.

Trump orders release of over 230,000 files on MLK assassination

Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report

President Trump calls on CNN to apologize after Iran’s foreign minister admitted US airstrikes caused “very severe” damage to its nuclear sites - contradicting CNN’s report that strikes had minimal impact.

Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report

Was a deal offered to Edelstein? Coalition denies

Political sources claim Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman MK Yuli Edelstein was offered to remain in his role while the Draft Law would be transferred elsewhere - but he refused. Coalition officials reject the report: "That’s a lie."

Was a deal offered to Edelstein? Coalition denies

Herzog to Jewish delegation:

Herzog to US Jewish delegation: We must scream for a deal

President Herzog hosts a US Jewish delegation alongside hostage Alon Ohel’s family, urging intensified global efforts to secure the release of 50 Israelis held by Hamas. Alon’s mother: “All of Israel feels like we’ve been taken hostage.”

Herzog to US Jewish delegation: We must scream for a deal

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, star of 'The Cosby Show,' passes away at 54

Actor, director, and Grammy-winning poet drowns while vacationing in Costa Rica.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner, star of 'The Cosby Show,' passes away at 54

'Thousands to the enemy'

'Thousands to the enemy' | Dramatic investigation into political party tied NGOs revealed

Shin Bet, police, and tax authorities investigate United Arab List-linked NGOs Igatha 48 and al-Aqsa over suspected Hamas ties and financial misconduct.

'Thousands to the enemy' | Dramatic investigation into political party tied NGOs revealed

Police

Police: Claims Israelis set fire to Taybeh church completely false

The police investigation into accusations Jewish extremists committed arson at the archaeological site of the Church of Saint George were false and 'mislead the public.'

Police: Claims Israelis set fire to Taybeh church completely false

Staff Sergeant Amit Cohen fell in action in Gaza

In the incident in which Staff Sergeant Amit Cohen fell, an officer in the 13th Battalion, Golani Brigade, was severely injured.

Staff Sergeant Amit Cohen fell in action in Gaza

UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire, criticize Israeli policy

Joint declaration by UK, EU official, and 25 nations denounces humanitarian conditions in Gaza, criticizes Israeli policy, and urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release.

UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire, criticize Israeli policy

Friedman to Arutz Sheva:

Friedman to Arutz Sheva: Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off

Former US Ambassador David Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take the lead on sovereignty, praises Trump’s bold stance on Iran, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.

Friedman to Arutz Sheva: Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off

Political source

Political source: 'No more compromises from Israel, Hamas must accept deal'

The mediators are trying to put pressure on Hamas to respond to the offer currently on the table, but so far without success.

Political source: 'No more compromises from Israel, Hamas must accept deal'

Huckabee:

Huckabee: Issue of visas for US Evangelicals resolved

US Ambassador to Israel announces that following meetings with Netanyahu, the issue of the recent bureacratic hurdles preventing Evangelical groups from obtaining visas to Israel has been resolved.

Huckabee: Issue of visas for US Evangelicals resolved

Likud MKs call for sovereignty

Likud MKs call for sovereignty: Between the Sea and the Jordan there will be only 1 State

Ministers and Knesset members from the Likud held a special conference today in the Knesset to promote full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Likud MKs call for sovereignty: Between the Sea and the Jordan there will be only 1 State

Violence during evacuation of Givat Tzur Harel

Border Police forces demolished five buildings at the site and clashed with settlers. A Border Police officer was filmed pulling the hair of a teenager.

Violence during evacuation of Givat Tzur Harel

Following arrest of Israelis:

Following arrest of Israelis: EJA condemns Belgium's "distorted and flawed moral compass"

European Jewish Association criticizes investigation as politically driven, warning it legitimizes extremists and undermines democratic values.

Following arrest of Israelis: EJA condemns Belgium's "distorted and flawed moral compass"

Alleged anti-Israel arsonist arrested for torching NYPD vehicles

Suspect turns himself in a month after setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles. The suspect is also accused of damaging a statue while attending an anti-Israel protest at Columbia.

Alleged anti-Israel arsonist arrested for torching NYPD vehicles

George Pataki

George Pataki: 'Top NY Dems hiding in weeds' on Zohran Mamdani

Former NY Governor demands Sen. Schumer, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, and Gov. Hochul demonstrate leadership by stating whether or not they support 'antisemite Marxist' mayoral candidate.

George Pataki: 'Top NY Dems hiding in weeds' on Zohran Mamdani

Dangerous precedent:

Dangerous precedent: Two Israelis arrested in Belgium for 'war crimes'

Two Israelis, including an IDF soldier, attending Tomorrowland were briefly detained by Belgian police after a legal group accused them of war crimes in Gaza; both were released and left the country.

Dangerous precedent: Two Israelis arrested in Belgium for 'war crimes'

String of accidents:

10 injured after bus overturns in Judean Desert

Man, 20, moderately injured after minibus overturns in the Judean Desert; nine others sustain light injuries.

10 injured after bus overturns in Judean Desert

Historic achievement for Israel's mathematics team

Israel’s math team makes history at International Olympiad, with 4 golds, a medal for each team member, and a 6th-place global finish - the team's best result since 1979.

Historic achievement for Israel's mathematics team

Likud to vote on removing Yuli Edelstein from key committee

Likud MKs Hanoch Milwidsky and Nissaim Vaturi challenge Yuli Edelstein's leadership of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, ahead of faction vote set for Wednesday.

Likud to vote on removing Yuli Edelstein from key committee