Revealed: Jews were attacked prior to terrorist's elimination
Court clears for publication that IDF soldier arrested in Samaria for eliminating terrorist acted only after Arabs attacked Jewish shepherds.
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MDA opens emergency clinic in border kibbutz shelter
MDA establishes a clinic in a shelter in Kibbutz Misgav Am, improving medical response for residents along the border.
Palestinian Arab driver gets behind wheel 3 hours after license suspended
Repeat traffic offenders caught driving on revoked licenses highlight widespread violations, as police crackdown reveals dozens of dangerous infractions across Judea and Samaria.
Lebanese crossing Litani River southwards, despite repeated warnings
Residents of southern Lebanon, together with Lebanese Army, rebuild bridges over Litani River, allowing mass return after Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir promised southern Lebanon would be a 'kill zone.'
IDF soldiers receive word of ceasefire - in enemy territory
IDF soldiers deep in Lebanon describe confusion regarding ceasefire as battles continue on the ground.
New poll indicates continued support for opposition
New poll shows opposition with narrow majority, former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett closing in on Likud.
Captivity survivor kicks off Jerusalem marathon
Hamas captivity survivor Rom Brasalvski participates in 10km marathon, running alongside mayor Moshe Lion.
Chabad rabbi warns: Measles is a tangible risk to children's lives
Rabbi Yitzhak Yehuda Yaroslavsky, rabbi of Chabad-Lubavitch community in Kiryat Malachi, pens unusual letter urging parents to vaccinate, warning of local measles outbreak. 'This is a matter of life and death.'
Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon maintained overnight
Ceasefire agreement between Jerusalem and Beirut took effect at midnight. The ceasefire held throughout the night, even though Lebanon claimed there had been violations on Israel’s part.
PA extradites suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack
The Palestinian Authority extradites Hicham Harb, a suspect wanted in connection with the deadly 1982 attack on the Jo Goldenberg Jewish restaurant in Paris.
EU states to push Israel sanctions after Orban election defeat
Several EU member states will reintroduce proposals for sanctions on Israel at a foreign ministers’ meeting in Luxembourg next week.
Australia:
Australian court overturns anti-protest law enacted after Bondi attack
Australian court overturns New South Wales law that clamped down on protests, enacted after the antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach.
'Future as good neighbors'
'Future as good neighbors': World welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
European Commission President welcomes 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, calling it a relief after heavy loss of life. Germany and the UN call for long-term regional peace through Hezbollah’s disarmament.
House narrowly rejects bid to force Iran withdrawal on Trump
US House of Representatives rejects, by a single vote, a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes continued military action.
Iran claims:
Iran claims: We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims that the new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire resulted from Hezbollah’s resilience and the “Axis of Resistance".
London:
Islamist group claims attacks on Iran International TV and Jewish sites in London
British police investigating claim by Islamist group that it is responsible for attempted incendiary attack near Iran International’s London studios, as well as attacks on north London synagogue and Jewish ambulances.
One hour before ceasefire:
One hour before ceasefire: Two severely wounded from missile impact near Karmiel
17-year-old girl and 25-year-old man severely wounded near Karmiel from shrapnel during a missile barrage on northern Israel. One person moderately wounded in Nahariya.
Key clauses of Lebanon ceasefire agreement
The ceasefire agreement with Lebanon includes mutual recognition of sovereignty and preserves the IDF’s freedom of action for self-defense.
Trump:
Trump: Iran agreed to hand over the nuclear dust
President Donald Trump says Iran is nearing agreement on key demands, warning fighting could resume if talks fail despite reported progress.
Netanyahu: An opportunity for peace while the IDF remains in Lebanon
Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that the 10-day ceasefire presents a historic opportunity to reach a peace agreement with Lebanon that sees Hezbollah disarm.
Graham: No peace without disarming Hezbollah
Senator Lindsey Graham voices skepticism over a ceasefire with Hezbollah, warning any deal must ensure disarmament to prevent renewed threats.
'The mezuzot protected'
Russian UAV hits Jewish center in Ukraine
An intercepted Russian drone struck the Chesed Michael in Zaporizhzhia. Rabbi says the building's mezuzot prevented casualties.
Historic record
Historic record: Navy submarines operated at farthest distances ever
Shayetet 7, the submarine unit, carried out covert operations during the war deep within enemy strategic territory, reaching the farthest operational distance in its history.
Starting at midnight
Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon starting at midnight
US President Donald Trump informed Lebanon of an imminent ceasefire, but Hezbollah launched missiles at Haifa shortly after reports emerged.
Yoseph Haddad: “They closed a 20-year-old wound for me"
During a visit to Binyamin, Yosef Haddad was exposed to documentation of the demolition of the building in Bint Jbeil where his commander, Major Roi Klein, fell.
Ahead of Memorial Day 5786:
Ahead of Memorial Day 5786: 25,644 Israeli service members have fallen in the line of duty
Since last Memorial Day, 170 soldiers and 54 disabled veterans have been added to the fallen who will be honored on the solemn day.
Court curbs Ben-Gvir powers in major ruling
The High Court limits National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s authority over police conduct and appointments while rejecting suits calling for his impeachment.
New details of heroic sacrifice
New details of Aner Shapira’s heroism: He threw grenades even after his hand was severed
New details have emerged about the bravery of Aner Shapira, a reconnaissance soldier in the Nahal Brigade, who threw back grenades thrown by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.
'Choose wisely'
'Choose wisely': Hegseth's message to the Iranian regime
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine hold a critical Pentagon briefing as the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz reaches its fourth day.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: Iran stands at a crossroads, before an abyss of ruin
Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Iran faces a choice between diplomacy or severe escalation, saying Israel is ready to strike harder if threats persist.
Land Authority issues ultimatum to Negev Bedouin
Israel Land Authority unveils sweeping changes to framework for resolving Bedouin land ownership claims in the Negev. 'Courageous and long-overdue paradigm shift.'
In Depth:
In Depth: 2026 election parties - the story so far
The next elections are set for late October of 2026. As the first elections since the October 7th massacre, these have the chance to be a referendum on the war's outcome. What options can Israelis expect at the polls?
Woman, missing for years, found under mysterious circumstances
Ruth Abramov, 74-year-old woman found dead near Sacher Park, went missing 18 years ago.
A vote for survival:
A vote for survival: European Jewish leaders support protected status
'When it becomes normal that Jews are attacked in the streets, that communities live behind security barriers, and when students are forced to hide their identity, it’s time for a new set of rules,' EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin says.
Giant weapons stockpile discovered in Lebanese school
IDF soldiers locate more than 130 weapons belonging to Hezbollah terror organization in southern Lebanon school.
Mrs. Mamdani apologizes - but won't denounce terror
Rama Dweiji, the wife of Zohran Mamdani, expressed remorse for "offensive language" she posted as a teenager, but did not address her implied support for the October 7 massacre.
IDF eliminates three Hamas commanders
IDF eliminates a commander in Hamas’ communications unit, two additional production unit commanders eliminated in separate strike.
Haredi rabbi slams: 'They are persecuting Torah learners'
Rabbi Dov Lando accuses judicial authorities and media of targeting Torah study, praises growing public support and expansion of yeshiva learning.
One Month Later:
One Month Later: 2,200 residents still displaced from Arad missile strike
The vast majority of the displaced families - about 170 families totaling 1,500 people - are part of the Gur Hasidic community in the city.
IDF destroys 70 Hezbollah sites in rapid Bint Jbeil operation
Elite IDF units dismantle dozens of Hezbollah positions and seize weapons in southern Lebanon, as operations in Bint Jbeil intensify.
