Authorities demolish structures at sacred Honi Hame’agel gravesite
Authorities demolish unauthorized structures at Honi Hame’agel’s gravesite in Hatzor Haglilit as part of efforts to improve safety and develop the site.
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Nightmare on Arkia flight
An Arkia flight from Podgorica to Israel was delayed after the aircraft was diverted to Tirana. Passengers were transported by bus to Albania, and about 50 of them were forced to spend the night there.
Trump
Trump: 'Iran is completely collapsing'
US President says Iran is "completely collapsing" in social media post.
Over draft status:
Tax Authority tightens rules for haredi yeshivas over draft status
New requirements expand a policy previously applied only to new institutions, potentially affecting haredi yeshivas across Israel.
Hebron:
Chabad rabbis sound alarm over construction at ancient Hebron cemetery
Urgent petition warns construction and earthworks at the historic Chabad cemetery could damage graves and ancient burial caves.
IDF takes out October 7 Nukhba terrorists plotting new attacks
Hamas terrorists who participated in the October 7 massacre, planned new attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians, are eliminated in Gaza.
Dozens of Israeli police officers to secure Uman pilgrimage
More than 40 Israeli police officers to be deployed in Ukraine, Romania, and key transit points as tens of thousands of Breslov hasidim make their way to Uman for the Jewish New Year.
China hosts robots from 16 countries for 'Robot Olympics' in Beijing
The competition between humans and machines turned into a genuine showdown, when a robot broke legendary sprinter Usain Bolt’s historic 100-meter record.
PA police detain IDF reservist in Area C, seize his weapon
Binyamin Council outraged after Palestinian Authority officers operate where they are prohibited, stop an Israeli reservist and take his military-issued weapon.
Protests expected following yeshiva student's arrest
Arrest of alleged haredi draft evader ends five weeks of relative calm, with protesters expected to target Highway 4 near Bnei Brak.
Long Island teacher, mom of 4, dies after driving SUV into family pool
'We are broken. We will never be the same,' Rachelle Rohde said as she mourned her 40-year-old daughter Allison Rahmani, a beloved mother of four who died after her SUV crashed into the pool at her Hewlett home.
Supposed ceasefire:
Supposed ceasefire: Iran steps up weapons smuggling to Hezbollah
Defense establishment identifies significant increase in attempts by Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to transfer weapons through Syrian territory directly into Lebanon.
IDF strikes Hamas Nukhba commander who invaded Israel on October 7
Hamas terrorist who infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre and later advanced attacks against IDF troops targeted in Khan Yunis.
'Children's toys'
'Children's toys': Hamas denies responsibility for Gaza kites
Hamas denies responsibility for kites launched from Gaza as Israel warns it will intensify action against those behind the launches.
Syria confirms US-mediated talks with Israel after recent strikes
Syria confirms US-mediated talks with Israel in Jordan focused on halting strikes and reducing tensions following recent Israeli military operations.
Amid tensions with Iran
Report: Greece moves Patriot battery to Crete amid heightened tensions with Iran
Greece is moving a Patriot air defense battery to Crete amid heightened tensions with Iran and threats against US bases in Europe, local media report.
Three incidents overnight
Three incidents overnight: Israelis enter Area A and are rescued
Three Israelis enter Area A overnight and are located. The Civil Administration stresses: “Entering Area A is life-threatening and prohibited by law."
'Policy remains unchanged'
US envoy walks back Golan remarks: Trump's policy remains unchanged
US envoy Tom Barrack walks back remarks that Israel “still" occupies the Golan Heights, stressing that Trump's 2019 recognition remains US policy.
Watch:
Watch: Muay Thai and kickboxing fighter Ahavat Hashem Gordon gets married
Muay Thai and kickboxing fighter Ahavat Hashem Gordon marries Oren Levy in Hadera.
YouTube prices jump in Israel as Google hikes subscription fees
Israeli YouTube users are about to pay more, with Premium subscriptions rising by roughly 25% and YouTube Music also getting a price increase.
Kushner's extraordinary warning to Hamas
Jared Kushner reportedly met Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Cairo after US intelligence indicated that some Hamas officials were planning to violate commitments to disarm.
New poll shakes up race as Netanyahu bloc falls further behind
A new poll puts Gadi Eisenkot ahead of Likud, while the anti-Netanyahu bloc leads the right by six seats - and a new political contender could widen the gap.
Report: Mossad chief meets with Syrian Foreign Minister
A rare meeting was held between Mossad Director Roman Gofman and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani in an effort to ease tensions and prevent a security escalation.
Shocking footage
Shocking footage: Mafia leader shot dead at gas station near Caesarea
A known criminal, approximately 45 years old, was shot at a gas station near Caesarea and critically wounded. He later died of his wounds. Police have opened an investigation.
Commander of Hamas weapons production site killed
Earlier today, the IDF and the ISA struck in the Maghazi area in the Gaza Strip and eliminated the terrorist Ismail Abu Ful, a commander at a weapons manufacturing site within Hamas’ production headquarters.
After hours-long manhunt
After hours-long manhunt: Terrorist who stabbed Israeli in Jordan Valley captured
The 16-year-old terrorist who stabbed and moderately wounded Elhcanan Hanania was captured following an IDF manhunt in the village of al-Auja, where he carried out the attack.
Terrorist tries to grab soldier’s weapon
.An attempted attack at Rimonim Junction ended with the terrorist being neutralized by a soldier, with no casualties.
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: We will address the drone threat from the Gaza Strip
Prime Minister addresses the developing threat of explosive drones on the southern front in a special video. “I have instructed that everything be done against these deadly devices."
Elections Committee chairman:
Elections Committee chairman: Shas must remove video portraying religious soldier
Central orders Shas and Aryeh Deri to remove a video portraying a religious soldier. The decision followed a petition by Eisenkot’s party.
Despite lack of trust
Syrian FM: Talks with Israel expected to resume soon despite lack of trust
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani says talks with Israel may resume soon, as Damascus seeks a security deal and an end to Israeli strikes.
After airport strike chaos
After airport strike chaos, Airports Authority targets union chairman
Two days after chaos at Ben Gurion Airport, the Airports Authority moves against union chairman Pinchas Idan and seeks review of his term extension.
Threatened in a taxi because she was wearing a Star of David: 'He shouted 'Allahu Akbar''
A Jewish woman claims that a taxi driver in Warsaw began yelling at her, pulled out a Quran and yelled 'Allahu Akbar,' after noticing the Star of David she wore around her neck.
One moderately wounded in stabbing attack near Jericho
Initial reports of a stabbing incident near Al Auja, north of Jericho. One individual was reported to be moderately wounded. Security and emergency medical teams have deployed to the scene.
Going ape: Ramat Gan orangutan caught puffing on a cigarette
A cigarette-smoking orangutan at Ramat Gan Safari has gone viral.
Shas soldier video sparks online uproar | 'Until yesterday they fought for an exemption'
A Shas campaign video showing one son serving in the IDF and another studying in yeshiva sparks sharp online reactions, with users pointing to the party’s push for haredi draft exemptions.
Iran executes protest detainee accused of ‘operational actions’ for Israel
Iran executes Majid Adineh, arrested during January protests and sentenced to death on charges including alleged actions in favor of Israel and the US.
Concern in Israel:
Concern in Israel: Hamas is pressuring the mediators
Hamas is pressuring mediators to issue a statement against Israel. Security forces express concern over kites sent toward the Gaza border.
Israel's secret channel to quell the tensions with Turkey
Israeli defense official says Israel does not seek conflict with Turkey but will act to prevent Turkish military systems in Syria from threatening Israel.
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu warns:
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu warns: 'Stay away from the Yanuka'
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu criticizes the Yanuka and the enthusiasm surrounding him, arguing that he is unlike the Baba Sali and other righteous figures he knew.
Toronto man charged after alleged break-in at synagogue
Toronto man charged after allegedly breaking into a North York synagogue and stealing religious items. Police later recovered the items.
