Ceasefire?
Chief of Staff: We approved attack plans for Iran and Lebanon
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits IDF troops in southern Lebanon, promises area up to Litani River to become 'no-go zone for Hezbollah operatives.'
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Dramatic footage
Dramatic footage: Police subdue suspect barricaded in his home in Jerusalem
A suspect armed with a knife barricaded himself inside his home and threatened to harm himself and the police. Officers managed to take subdue him.
Amb Leiter
Amb Leiter: 'Aoun is not letting Lebanon be held hostage by Hezbollah'
Israeli Amb. to the US says 'Naim Qassem and Hezbollah belong to the past; we are here for the future.'
State comptroller releases scathing report on aviation failures
The State Comptroller today (Wednesday) published two harsh audits dealing with the continuity of aviation during an emergency and the employment of non-Israeli workers.
Lebanese media: Ceasefire in Lebanon to begin tonight
Al-Mayadeen Network quotes a senior Iranian source, saying: "Following pressure from Iran - a ceasefire in Lebanon will begin tonight."
Shocking Cyberbullying:
Shocking Cyberbullying: Funeral notices posted for 13-year-old boy
A 13-year-old became the target of an extreme online boycott that included a fake "obituary notice" and an abusive TikTok page. Police visited the school to provide public support for the boy.
Meters from the troops: What a real-time strike looks like
The IDF has released audio recordings of radio communications between a battalion commander from the Givati Brigade and a combat helicopter pilot, demonstrating precise coordination of a strike carried out near troops in southern Lebanon.
Iran warns of response as US ceasefire extension talks advance
Tehran threatens response to violations and disruption of key shipping routes, as mediators push to extend the US-Iran ceasefire and revive negotiations.
Security forces demolish three Jewish communities in a single night
Israeli security forces carry out mass enforcement operation, destroying Jewish settlements in Gush Etzion, near Hebron, and in the Binyamin Region.
Trump: China won't send arms to Iran
US President Donald Trump says China 'happy' that US is reopening Strait of Hormuz, won't send weapons to Iran.
'He just wanted to drive a bit'
'He just wanted to drive a bit' | Officers were shocked: The driver was 10
Police prevented a potential disaster after stopping a vehicle driven by a 10-year-old, with his father and a toddler inside, none wearing seatbelts.
IDF spokesman reveals: The truth behind his Iranian counterpart
IDF Farsi-language spokesperson Kamal Penhasi releases statement to Iranian public, dropping bombshell and asking for more information.
Lebanese report:
Lebanese report: Israel-Lebanon talks yield partial deal, no full ceasefire yet
New US-backed framework reported by Annahar addresses flaws in past deal but stops short of ceasefire, says Hezbollah disarmament would start from the north and move south.
Trump orders major troop surge to Middle East
US President Donald Trump is deploying thousands of troops to the Middle East as pressure on Iran intensifies ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline.
Bereaved families: Hamas disarmament failed, it's time for victory
Dozens of bereaved families pen harsh letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, warn Hamas has had time to regroup.
Armed civilian prevents stabbing attack at Samaria farm
A Palestinian Arab terrorist attempted to stab Israeli civilians at the Doron Valley Farm in Samaria. One of the civilians reacted quickly and eliminated the terrorist.
Daniel Hagari puts an end to rumors
Former IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari puts an end to rumors regarding his entry into politics.
Ambassador Leiter:
Ambassador Leiter: We like to keep the French as far away as possible
Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter said negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are ongoing, but sharply dismisses French involvement, stating Paris is “not a positive influence" on the talks.
Auschwitz:
Captivity survivors, bereaved father light memorial torches in Auschwitz
Captivity survivors and a bereaved father join Holocaust survivor in torch-lighting ceremony at Auschwitz, reflecting on loss, faith, and resilience.
Nazareth woman indicted for espionage on behalf of Iran
Nazareth resident charged with espionage after allegedly carrying out missions for an Iranian agent, including photographing IDF bases and strategic facilities, in exchange for payment.
Supreme Court hearing impeachment petitions against Ben-Gvir
Expanded panel of nine judges to examine claims regarding the National Security Minister's capability to continue in his position and the impact of his conduct on the work of the police.
New longitudinal study:
New longitudinal study: No evidence fluoridated water causes lower IQ
Massive longitudinal study examines effect of fluoridated water on individuals from infancy through old age, finds no relationship between fluoridated water and lower IQ or cognitive decline.
The Muslim country that commemorates the Holocaust
Azerbaijan’s Jewish community marks Holocaust Remembrance Day under the banner of a strategic alliance with Israel and a united stand against Iranian aggression.
Under fire:
Under fire: IDF troops work on the ground to expose Hezbollah infrastructure
IDF reservists operating in southern Lebanon found a launcher directed toward northern Israel alongside anti-tank missiles and additional weapons.
Trump: Iran killed 42,000 protesters in two months
'Absolutely unacceptable' for Iran to have a nuclear bomb, IRGC killed at least 42,000 protesters since February, US President Donald Trump says.
Djerba pilgrimage to welcome more worshippers
Organizers announce that this year’s Jewish pilgrimage to the Ghriba synagogue on Tunisia’s Djerba island will be open to everyone after two years of scaled-down events due to safety fears.
Israeli NGO files ICC complaint against Spanish PM
Shurat HaDin files a complaint with the ICC accusing Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez of complicity in war crimes through exports of dual-use components to Iran.
Democratic initiative
US Senate to vote on another Democratic bid to limit Trump’s war powers
US Senate will vote as soon as Wednesday on a Democratic effort to restrict President Donald Trump’s war powers in the Iran conflict.
Netanya:
Netanya: 21-year-old who fell into sea passes away, his brother remains missing
Yissachar Dov Spiegel, 21, who fell into the water at the beach in Netanya, dies in the presence of his family. His brother Avraham Yeshayahu is still missing.
New report:
New report: Record antisemitic violence in 2025 killed most Jews since 1995
A new Tel Aviv University report says that 20 Jews were murdered in antisemitic attacks in 2025, the highest number in 30 years. Incidents remained sharply elevated across the West compared to pre-Gaza war levels.
Iran-backed group
US offers $10 million bounty for Iran-backed Kata’ib Hezbollah chief
The US Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information leading to Ahmad al-Hamidawi, leader of the Iran-backed terrorist group Kata’ib Hezbollah.
Sa'ar blasts Lapid: Ignorance and folly
After Lapid refers to Italy's suspension of security cooperation with Israel as “an embarrassing failure", Sa'ar fires back: "He is quick to lecture Israel from the sidelines."
IDF investigating
Commander of Battalion 52 seriously wounded in Lebanon, IDF investigating
The commander of Battalion 52, Lt. Col. “A.", was seriously wounded today during operational activity in southern Lebanon. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation.
Gathering information for petitions to High Court; AG set Ronen Bar against Ben Gvir
Gali Baharav-Miara requested that former Shin Bet head obtain information on Minister Ben Gvir's involvement in police work, to use it in her response to High Court petitions.
On Holocaust Remembrance Day
On Holocaust Remembrance Day: Polish MP displays Israeli flag with a swastika
Far-right Polish Member of Parliament Konrad Berkowicz sparked outrage after comparing Israel to the Nazis. In Israel, officials reacted angrily: “An antisemitic horror while survivors march in Auschwitz."
Ambassador Leiter stresses security and peace in opening remarks at Lebanon talks
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter tied Holocaust remembrance to Israel’s security stance, stressing confronting Hezbollah while pursuing lasting peace with Lebanon.
Watch
Watch: 3 Hezbollah terrorists surrender to IDF
Three Hezbollah terrorists, including a terrorist from the terrorist organization's elite unit, "Radwan Force," surrendered to Givati forces in Bint Jbeil.
Chilling letter from father whose two sons drowned in sea
Rabbi Shlomo Spiegel, educator at the Mir Yeshiva, mourns the drowning of his two sons in Netanya and sends an emotional letter to students asking for forgiveness and urging moral reflection.
Iranian hackers released drone footage over communities in Israel
Iranian hackers from the organization “Handala" have published footage on social media that they claim was recorded by a drone flying over Israel.
Gaza:
Gaza: IDF destroys four tunnels in northern Gaza
Four underground tunnel routes in Gaza dismantled over the weekend east of the Yellow Line.
