IDF to punish soldier who prayed at Eleazar’s Tomb
A reservist who was documented praying at the tomb of Eleazar son of Aaron in Area B will be investigated and disciplined.
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Watch: IDF continues to destroy Hamas tunnels in Gaza
Since the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, troops have disabled more than 26 kilometers of underground terror tunnels east of the Yellow Line.
Police hunt Qusra riot suspects, seize vehicles in Samaria operation
Police and Shin Bet intensify their search for suspects in the Qusra clashes, seizing vehicles as two are arrested for disrupting an operation.
Netanyahu at Gaza Yellow Line:
Netanyahu at Gaza Yellow Line: ‘We are not withdrawing, we are staying’
Netanyahu visits IDF forces near Gaza’s Yellow Line, declares Israel will remain in place and vows to complete the disarmament of Hamas.
Anti-Israel protest moved away from Budapest Cholent Festival
Hungarian authorities redirected a planned anti-Israel demonstration away from the entrance to Budapest’s Cholent Festival following concerns over a targeted provocation against local Jews.
Iran threatens to ‘shatter’ US
Tehran escalates threats after US strikes, demanding compensation for passage through the Strait of Hormuz as IRGC reports attacks on US assets across region.
Rabbi Dov Lando signals:
Rabbi Dov Lando signals: Degel Hatorah is not bound to Netanyahu
Rabbi Dov Lando says the haredi Torah world faces growing persecution and stresses that Degel Hatorah does not depend on any prime minister.
“Jewish" or “Israeli"?
“Jewish" or “Israeli"? Yoseph Haddad responds to controversy over singing Hatikva
Amcha Yisrael candidate responded to the claim that he wants to change “Hatikva," clarifying that this is simply his personal way of singing the national anthem.
Former Bedouin soldier indicted for plotting to join ISIS
Prosecutors say suspect studied weapons, missile and drone production, and military tactics while preparing to join ISIS in Syria or Africa.
Haredi fund offers draft evaders NIS 1,000 a day in prison
Senior Lithuanian haredi rabbis back 'Prison 1,000' fund designed to reward draft evaders for each day spent behind bars.
Deadly Sinai bus crash leaves 16 dead, dozens injured
Bus overturns on Egypt's Dahab-Nuweiba road, killing at least 16 and injuring 26.
‘Our planes are ready’
Katz warns Iran could attack on Jewish holidays: ‘Our planes are ready’
Defense Minister Israel Katz says mounting pressure on Tehran could trigger direct confrontation, stressing Israel is prepared for defense and attack in coordination with US.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: Chief of Staff insisted Givati soldiers face harsh punishment
Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims brigade commanders wanted to close the case, but says the IDF Chief of Staff demanded severe punishment for the soldiers.
Uman-bound haredi draft evaders stopped at airport, Taba border
Six haredi men caught trying to leave Israel at Ben Gurion Airport; dozens more headed for Uman stopped over active exit bans.
Dermer sends blunt message to Vance critics at RJC conference
Former minister Ron Dermer praises JD Vance’s role in Israel’s war with Iran as the vice president faces growing criticism from pro-Israel groups.
IDF eliminates senior Hamas security commander in Gaza
Talal Badawi advanced attacks against troops, Israeli civilians, while working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, IDF reveals.
Police name man suspected of poisoning baby food
Suspect accused of injecting sedatives into fruit purées intended for babies is a 40-year-old resident of southern Israel; court extends detention until Sunday.
Two babies fight for their lives after home birth, vitamin K refusal
Hadassah doctors save two newborns in critical condition - one suffering brain-threatening complications after a home birth, the other massive bleeding after not receiving vitamin K.
Massive security breach:
Massive security breach: 22 Palestinian antennas found inside Jerusalem’s Old City
Calls to Israel Police from Palestinian SIM cards routed to Palestinian Authority police; experts warn unauthorized network could pose serious security threat.
Netanyahu's ultimatum to the small parties
The prime minister met with rabbis and leading figures in Religious Zionist communities to demand action from the smaller parties in the demographic.
Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF troops, Israel strikes back
IDF downs one of two explosive drones targeting soldiers before striking Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.
Likud moves to dismantle Ofer Winter’s new party
'Amcha Yisrael' head Ofer Winter rejects proposal offering him second place on a Smotrich-Feiglin slate and spots for his allies in Likud: ‘Israel demands something new.’
Amid rising antisemitism:
Amid rising antisemitism, South African Jews choose to strengthen their identity
As hostility and anti-Israel sentiment intensify, Cape Town’s Jewish community responds by expanding Jewish life with a new Torah study initiative for seniors.
Apple Maps renames Lake Ontario 'Lake America' for US users
Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario “Lake America" for US users, following Trump’s order, while Canadians will continue to see the lake’s original name.
Leket Israel Founder and Chairman:
Leket Israel Founder and Chairman: 700,000 meals needed for Rosh Hashanah
Leket Israel Founder and Chairman Joseph Gitler discusses rescuing surplus food, supporting Israeli farmers and expanding food assistance ahead of Rosh Hashanah, with a goal of distributing more than 700,000 meals to people in need.
Sa’ar warns UK:
Sa’ar warns UK: If Britain acts against Israel, Israel will act
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar warns Britain of retaliation if London imposes sanctions over Israeli construction plans in the E1 area.
Winter to supporters:
Winter tells supporters: Don’t be swayed by the pressure, we are the right
At a rally for his new party, Ofer Winter tells activists, “Don’t be swayed by the pressure. We represent the true voice of the Israeli people and will sit with Netanyahu."
First time since June:
First time since June: UAV infiltrates Israel from Lebanon, sirens in northern Israel
Sirens sound in the Galilee panhandle for the first time in months following suspected drone infiltration. The IDF launches interceptors at a suspicious target. No injuries reported.
'Strengthening our friendship'
'We are strengthening our friendship': Netanyahu, Herzog welcome Congo President
Netanyahu and Herzog meet Congo President Tshisekedi as Israel and the DRC agree to strengthen economic, security and diplomatic ties.
Designed to hit US carriers
Report: Russia secretly helped Iran develop missiles designed to hit US carriers
A Financial Times report says Russia secretly helped Iran develop advanced missiles designed to strike US Navy aircraft carriers in the Middle East.
Killer could face death penalty
Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial, killer could face death penalty
A Utah judge rules Tyler Robinson will stand trial for aggravated murder in Charlie Kirk's 2025 shooting, a charge that could bring the death penalty.
IAEA:
IAEA: Syrian site struck by Israel in 2007 consistent with a nuclear reactor
The IAEA says a Syrian site bombed by Israel in 2007 held infrastructure consistent with a nuclear reactor and that Assad-era authorities failed to declare nuclear activities.
New European initiative could hurt Israel
A new EU initiative calls for changing foreign policy decision-making, replacing unanimity with qualified-majority voting.
After US strikes
Iran fires missiles at US bases in Jordan after American strikes
Iran launches ballistic missiles toward US bases in Jordan after American strikes on Iran.
Netanyahu responds:
Netanyahu responds to the controversy: There was a failure, not a betrayal
The Prime Minister responds to criticism of his wife’s comments: “There was a major failure on October 7, but not a betrayal. My wife did not say that either."
Haredi commander responds to Shas council member’s call and quits IDF
A haredi commander serving in a classified technological unit in the IDF resigned following a direct instruction he received from a Shas Council of Torah Sages member.
Sara Netanyahu fires back at Yair Golan
Sara Netanyahu’s attorney sent a warning letter to Yair Golan in response to his demand for an apology. The letter claims that it was Golan who defamed her over the years.
Dramatic arrest:
Dramatic arrest: Al Jazeera airs footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture
Al Jazeera publishes footage showing the moments when Hamas’s internal security commander was shot, seconds before his capture.
Shin Bet raids terrorist's home
Shin Bet raids terrorist's home | New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official
In a joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a terrorist working to reestablish the organization in northern Gaza was arrested and taken to Israel for questioning.
Trump
Trump: 'If Iran retaliates, it will be struck even harder'
US President comments on US strikes in Iran, warns Iran not to further escalate the conflict.
