From Hamas captivity to new life:
From Hamas captivity to new life: Elkana Bohbot welcomes baby girl
Less than a year after returning from 738 days in Hamas captivity, Elkana Bohbot and his wife Rivka celebrate the birth of their daughter.
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Poll: Center-left bloc drops to 59 seats
New Maariv poll gives Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar! 25 seats, while Ofer Winter's Amcha Yisrael crosses the threshold.
Watch:
Watch: Ben Gvir dances with revelers at Jerusalem Market
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visits Jerusalem’s Mahane Yehuda Market, dances with revelers to the song “He Who Believes."
'A lie'
Iran security chief dismisses report of plot against Barron Trump as a lie
Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei calls a report of a plot against Barron Trump a lie after Iranian TV aired a video threatening the president’s son.
CENTCOM chief:
CENTCOM chief: Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes now free of Iranian mines
In an operational update, CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper says US forces cleared Iranian sea mines from Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes amid an ongoing naval blockade.
Western Wall
Tens of thousands gather at Western Wall for major Selichot service
More than 50,000 people attend Selichot service at the Western Wall, bringing the total number of participants since the start of Elul to over 350,000.
Syrian media: IDF strikes in Damascus countryside
Syrian media reports IDF troops struck near Beit Jinn with two shells. No official confirmation from Israel.
Two killed after aircraft hits cables and erupts in flames
A scenic flight over northern Italy turned deadly when a two-seat aircraft struck cable lines above a dam and burst into flames, killing both people on board.
Outgoing Mossad Chief in strong message to Iran: ‘Escalate the operations’
Outgoing Mossad chief Dedi Barnea calls for escalating economic, diplomatic, and operational measures against Iran: “This regime will fall."
‘Butcher of Srebrenica’ dies
Commander of the Bosnian Serb Army, who was convicted of genocide and crimes against humanity, dies at age 83 while serving a life sentence in The Hague.
Terrorist who held Edan Alexander, Matan Zangauker, & Avera Mengistu eliminated
The IDF struck and eliminated Ismail Mohammed Ibrahim Barim, a commander in Hamas’ military wing, who held hostages Edan Alexander, Matan Zangauker, and Avera Mengistu
Medical History:
Medical History: Israeli surgeons replace teenager’s pelvis in 19-hour operation
Doctors in Israel have pulled off a groundbreaking medical feat, removing half of a 15-year-old cancer patient’s pelvis and replacing it with a custom 3D-printed implant designed to restore his mobility.
Russia threatens Britain as new drone bases put Europe in range
Moscow warns it could strike British military facilities as new intelligence reveals a growing network of Russian drone launch sites capable of reaching deep into Europe.
The threat to Yair Netanyahu: What really happened?
Israeli security officials clarify why Yair Netanyahu's security was increased.
Eida Haharedit calls haredim to the streets over IDF draft
Hardline haredi rabbinical leadership calls for mass protests in Jerusalem Sunday, vowing to intensify campaign against haredi enlistment in IDF.
Nepal flood disaster: 353 killed, 1,300 missing
A glacier collapse created a massive torrent of water, mud, and rocks. At least 353 people have been killed and more than 1,300 remain missing in Nepal and Tibet
Netanyahu brings Hadar Muchtar into Likud campaign
After rejecting request to run in primaries, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appoints Hadar Muchtar to lead Likud's youth campaign.
From North America to Israel: August sets new Aliyah record
More than 1,100 North Americans make Aliyah in a record-breaking August, as Nefesh B’Nefesh projects over 4,000 new Olim from the region in 2026.
Ceasefire violation:
Ceasefire violation: Hezbollah launches explosive drones at IDF troops
IDF downs drone after Hezbollah targets soldiers in southern Lebanon security zone; no injuries reported.
Thousands flock to Joseph’s Tomb ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Ahead of the Jewish New Year, thousands of worshippers enter Joseph’s Tomb in Shechem under IDF protection for special prayers.
Report:
Report: Trump could hit UK with tariffs over Judea and Samaria sanctions
Labour MPs warn that planned UK sanctions and trade restrictions targeting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria could provoke retaliation from Trump.
Court ruling could leave homeowners with massive renovation bills
Potentially precedent-setting ruling could affect hundreds of buildings, giving municipalities broad power to demand costly renovations at owners’ expense.
IDF chief raises alert, orders Judea and Samaria reinforcements
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders heightened readiness ahead of holidays, warns IDF faces threats from Iran to Gaza.
Manual for draft evaders?
Instruction manual for draft evaders? Controversial IDF video quickly deleted
IDF removes an AI-generated video explaining how haredi draft evaders can resolve their status and travel abroad, admitting it violated spokesperson guidelines.
Smoke detected at Jerusalem train station, passengers evacuated
Firefighters search for source of smoke at Jerusalem's Yitzhak Navon station after passengers evacuated.
Shas shuts door on Eisenkot: 'There are bad people around him'
MK Yinon Azoulay pledges Shas will remain with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing bloc, rules out joining forces with Yashar! chairman Gadi Eisenkot.
Sinwar’s bodyguard eliminated:
Sinwar’s bodyguard eliminated: IDF takes out two October 7 Nukhba terrorists
Two Hamas terrorists who invaded the Re’im camp on October 7, including Yahya Sinwar’s bodyguard, eliminated after planning new attacks.
Moving:
Moving: North America olim sing Hatikva upon arriving in Israel
More than 130 olim from North America arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport with assistance of Nefesh B'Nefesh.
Ben Gvir backs Yair Netanyahu: 'Media obsession knows no bounds'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir accuses journalists of crossing red lines by exposing the locations of individuals facing security threats.
‘Blood libel against IDF soldiers’
‘Blood libel against IDF soldiers’: Katz demands action against former MAG
Defense Minister Israel Katz orders IDF Chief Eyal Zamir to revoke Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi’s rights and exhaust all military measures in the Sde Teiman leak case.
40 years, one mission:
40 years, one mission: How Israel finally brought Yehuda Katz home
A decades-long intelligence investigation, repeated missions behind enemy lines and one crucial focus on his tank ultimately helped Israel bring Yehuda Katz home.
Eisenkot: E1 construction would be a mistake
Yashar chairman Gadi Eisenkot opposes E1 construction, while claiming to reject Palestinian state.
Watch:
Watch: Syrian President marks terror list removal with country’s first Visa payment
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa makes the first electronic payment in Syria using a Visa card at a store in Damascus, following the lifting of US sanctions on Syria.
One dead, at least 10 injured, in France ramming
One person killed, 10 injured in ramming in northwestern France; driver arrested after fleeing the scene.
Ahead of High Holidays:
Ahead of High Holidays: US urges governments to boost security for Jewish communities
US State Department urges governments worldwide to increase security around synagogues and Jewish communities ahead of the High Holidays.
Michigan AG warns:
Michigan AG warns El-Sayed’s rhetoric is pushing Jews away from Democratic Party
Michigan AG Dana Nessel warns Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed is rationalizing terrorism and pushing Jewish voters away from the party.
'I won’t join your gov't'
Eisenkot rules out Winter as DM, draws sharp response: I won’t join your government
Eisenkot says Winter had not served in the IDF’s strategic command. Winter hits back, pointing to the “containment, de-escalation and appointments" policies.
Iran identifies foreign-based Persian outlets as potential attack targets
Iranian military spokesman names BBC Persian, Iran International and Radio Farda as potential targets, accusing them of ties to Israeli and US intelligence.
9/11 'mastermind' to stand trial in June 2028
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused mastermind of 9/11, will stand trial at Guantanamo in June 2028 after years of delays and legal battles.
Over Auschwitz remarks
Polish prosecutors charge MEP Grzegorz Braun over Auschwitz remarks
Polish prosecutors charge far-right MEP Grzegorz Braun with denying Nazi crimes after he called Auschwitz gas chambers “fake."
