No man left behind
Lebanon Talks: Israel demands return of fallen prisoners’ remains
Israel reportedly demands the return of Israeli prisoners’ remains as talks with Lebanon continue, with Hezbollah refusing to leave a key southern Lebanon position.
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IDF eliminates Hamas commanders involved in October 7 and Gaza attacks
IDF identifies four Nukhba commanders eliminated in a northern Gaza strike, including an October 7 infiltrator and three involved in attacks on troops.
Chief of Staff in Syria
Chief of Staff in Syria: 'We won't allow enemies to establish themselves on our borders'
LTG Eyal Zamir tours security zone in southern Syria, warns escalation could develop on any front and praises reservists who have served hundreds of days since the war began.
IDF
IDF: Over 2 million tons of food entered Gaza since ceasefire, prices down 72%
IDF details scope of humanitarian response in Gaza since October 2025 ceasefire, says some 600 trucks enter daily and hospital bed capacity has increased by more than 50%.
Big day in Judea and Samaria:
Karmei Oz, Sahlab granted official status as Israeli localities
Karmei Oz and Sahlab received official locality codes, completing years-long recognition processes and enabling expanded services and development.
'You're a slipper'
Ben-Gvir clashes with resident during visit to Bedouin Town
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir clashed with a resident during a police tour of Basmat Tab'un, then praised a local driver's support for Israel.
IDF releases findings in 5 major Gaza incidents
IDF reviews examine WCK strike, deaths of Hind Rajab and MSF employees, and Tel al-Sultan incident; criminal investigations ordered in two of them.
Within less than 30 minutes:
Within less than 30 minutes: IDF eliminates two terrorists in Gaza
IDF strikes commander in Hamas' military wing who infiltrated Israel on October 7th. A short time later, the military eliminated a second commander who planned to attack IDF troops.
Zamir tours Syria after Israeli strike
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits IDF positions in southern Syria following strike on Syrian airbase to prevent planned Turkish military deployment.
BBC rules ‘moneybags Rothschild’ phrase not antisemitic
British broadcaster's highest complaints panel rejects complaint over phrase referencing well-known Jewish family in decision called 'beyond comprehension.'
Missing Beit Shemesh man sparks fears of kidnapping
Extensive searches are underway by police and rescue forces for Kasriel Nachman Keinan, a 24-year-old from Beit Shemesh, as fears grow among family members that he may have been targeted in a criminal incident or kidnapping.
Bennett to Eisenkot: No exemptions, no deals
'Together' chairman Naftali Bennett blasts 'Yashar!' chair Gadi Eisenkot's haredi draft plan and its 30% exemption proposal: 'We know exactly how it ends: with nothing.'
Glock, M16, and explosives seized in wave of raids
Israeli security forces uncovered firearms, ammunition, pipe bombs, and a hand grenade in a series of raids across Judea and Samaria, arresting a Palestinian man in his 50s.
Thousands of Breslov hasidim may be blocked from Uman
As the Jewish New Year approaches, rabbis weigh controversial plan to allow haredi draft evaders barred from leaving Israel to make the pilgrimage.
Karlin-Stolin Rebbe breaks silence after violent clashes
A day after extremists attacked his hasidim in Jerusalem, the Karlin-Stolin Rebbe praises their resolve, but warns 'use of force is not the way of the Torah.'
New AI platform brings Jewish tradition into the digital age
A new AI-powered platform launched in Savyon aims to make Jewish law, tradition and daily practices accessible worldwide, while connecting users with more than 1,000 rabbis.
IDF seals two Gaza terror tunnels
IDF troops seal over two kilometers of Hamas terror tunnels beneath Gaza, as operations to dismantle the terrorist organization's underground network continue.
Prison Service blocks MK's visit to jailed Gaza hospital chief
MK Ahmed Tibi was barred from meeting Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya after security officials warned the visit could pose a security risk.
Hamas-linked items found in Meah Shearim raid
Police searching two warehouses in Jerusalem neighborhood uncover PLO flags, anti-Israel material, incitement signs, and hat identified with Hamas.
Poll indicates Shas losing seats as Religious Zionist Party gains
New Kantar poll gives Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party 24 seats, narrowly ahead of Likud, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc falls short of a majority.
Chief of Staff finds new role for officer blocked from promotion
Defense Minister Israel Katz rejected a promotion for Maj. Gen. Eliad Muati. Now, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has found a way to keep the senior officer in service.
Families wake up to bulldozers at their doors
Police forces raided Givat Ura Yisrael near Ariel, demolishing homes with belongings, religious books and children's items still inside.
Iran threatens US bases in Europe if war resumes
Sources close to Tehran tell the Financial Times Iran considering strikes on US assets in southeastern Europe, targeting undersea cables, if war renews.
Bereaved Mother:
Bereaved Mother: 'I never thought it would be the last hug'
The parents of Hillel Mordechai Dadon, the seven-and-a-half-year-old boy from Beit Shemesh who was brutally murdered by a neighbor, share their shock and grief at the incident.
Iranian Parliament Speaker:
Iranian Parliament Speaker accuses US of seeking concessions beyond MoU
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accuses Washington of seeking concessions beyond the Iran deal as the 60-day talks deadline expires.
NYC synagogue attacker faces new federal hate crime charges
Bronx man accused of attacking worshippers and making antisemitic and racist remarks at Central Synagogue in Manhattan now faces federal hate crime charges.
As Trump seeks Kim meeting
US, South Korea shorten military exercise as Trump seeks Kim meeting
The US and South Korea are shortening joint military drills as Trump seeks renewed talks with Kim Jong Un and reportedly pushes for a fall meeting.
Huckabee to Israeli media:
Huckabee to Israeli media: Another Iran war could happen if regime rejects diplomacy
In an interview with Channel 12 News, Ambassador Mike Huckabee discusses Iran, Gaza, the US-Israel relationship and recent violence in Qusra.
Florida primary
Anti-Israel progressive Angie Nixon scores upset in Florida Senate primary
Anti-Israel progressive Angie Nixon defeats Alex Vindman in Florida's Democratic Senate primary, setting up a general election race against Ashley Moody.
US envoy:
US envoy: Israeli strikes in Syria risked escalation with Turkey
US envoy Tom Barrack says Israeli strikes in Syria highlight the need for Israel, Syria and Turkey to establish a mechanism to prevent escalation.
Until further notice
UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice
The UAE suspends all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran, citing regional escalations that threaten peace and security.
'We will not tolerate threats'
Israel confirms Syria airstrikes, warns against Turkish deployment
Netanyahu’s office confirms strikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase and warns Damascus over Turkish troop deployment, saying Israel will not tolerate threats.
The encounter with a wounded soldier that moved Netanyahu
During a visit to Ariel University, Netanyahu met Amit, who was wounded by sniper fire in Gaza: “A moment that moved me deeply."
After the Likud primaries: Two polls put Netanyahu in first place by a wide margin
Two polls published after the primaries place the Likud in first place with 31-32 seats, and Eisenkot’s party in second place with 24.
Har Hevron surprises with a record 80% voter turnout in Likud primaries
The number of Likud members in Har Hevron surged from around 150 to approximately 600, with 80% of them voting in the primaries. Erez Tadmor received the highest support.
After 44 years:
After 44 years: Remains of missing IDF soldier Yehuda Katz brought to Israel
IDF, Military Intelligence and Mossad return remains of Staff Sgt. Yehuda Katz, who fell in the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yacoub and was missing for 44 years. His family was notified following his identification, completing the return of all missing soldiers from that battle.
Planned attack at Forum Club:
Planned attack at the Forum Club: 'I wanted to blow up the people dancing there'
Abdullah Gargawi, with ties to ISIS, planned an attack at Beersheba’s Forum Club, 'I wanted to blow up the people dancing there - Jews or Arabs.'
Colombia
Colombia: Israeli aid delegation has rescued 17 people after earthquake
Following the Colombian government’s declaration, operations are transitioning to the recovery phase.
Syria admits to possessing nuclear material
Syrian Foreign Minister announces that the IAEA will receive access to a site in Deir ez-Zor after more than 18 years, effectively confirming the presence of nuclear material in the country.
IVF error:
IVF error: What is the child's status according to Jewish law?
After suspicions arose that a baby born following fertility treatments is the genetic son of another man, the Puah Institute details the halachic possibilities and emphasizes the importance of supervision throughout the process.
