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Watch: Maaleh Adumim arsonist caught in the act
A Kafr Aqab resident in his 20s was indicted for allegedly torching two cars against the background of a financial dispute.
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'Key humanitarian step'
US State Dept hails Rafah Crossing reopening as key humanitarian step
US State Department cites Gaza committee announcement, quoting officials who say the Rafah Crossing reopening will ease movement and humanitarian needs.
Sharp rise in attacks against farmers in the Hebron Hills
Five farmers were injured last night in a violent attack in the Hebron Hills. Regional council head Eliram Azulay is calling on the IDF and police to increase their presence.
Kiryat Shmona municipal spokesman assaulted
Doron Schnefer, spokesperson for the Kiryat Shmona Municipality, was attacked this morning inside the municipal building and was rushed by ambulance to Ziv Hospital.
To protest reforms:
To protest reforms: Dairy farmers to stop supplying milk
Producers warn the overhaul will devastate local farming as Smotrich says a milk halt would expose the failures of centralized control.
The Farms of Binyamin
The Farms of Binyamin | 'This is both our biblical land and our nation's future'
Eliana Passentin, International Desk Director for the Binyamin Regional Council, gave a special interview on the importance of Israeli farming in Judea and Samaria.
Judea & Samaria farms:
Judea & Samaria farms: 'We secure ten times as much land by farming as by building'
Shmuel Wendy, a representative of Israeli farms in Judea and Samaria, explains how Jewish farming is keeping the PA from seizing nearly 1.5 million acres of Israeli land.
Battle of tweets between Netanyahu and Lapid
Netanyahu accused Lapid and Gantz of holding meetings with Qatari figures and deleted the tweet. Lapid responded with a screenshot, and the dispute between the sides quickly escalated.
At Jerusalem's entrance:
Knives and uniforms found in illegal Arab's car
Police examine suspicious vehicle near entrance to Jerusalem, find weapons and military uniforms.
IDF eliminates Hezbollah aerial defense officer
IDF confirms elimination of senior Hezbollah aerial defense officer, additional terrorist, in southern Lebanon strike.
New development in case against Shin Bet chief's relative
Prosecutor's Statements to be filed against two suspects in goods-smuggling case involving relative of ISA chief David Zini.
Terrorist who attacked Jewish shepherd arrested
Investigation ongoing after four Arab terrorists attack Samaria farm owner, attempt to steal his weapon.
Rafah Crossing reopens, only 50 Gazans allowed into Gaza
The Rafah crossing will permit controlled entry and exit of residents of the Gaza Strip under strict IDF supervision.
Yair Golan:
Yair Golan: We won't give a shekel to Israeli towns in Judea and Samaria
Democrats leader Yair Golan promises his party will not transfer funds to Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria, promises to close radio station.
Shas MK urges:
Shas MK urges: Ensure Shabbat emergency alerts for religious public
Shas MK Moshe Abutbul demands Defense Minister Israel Katz resolve issue preventing Sabbath-observant Israelis from receiving emergency alerts on Shabbat.
Vandalism at Lubavitch school in Paris
Unknown individuals vandalized a Jewish educational institution in Paris. Police have opened an investigation amid a rise in antisemitic incidents in France.
Supreme Court issues injunction against Galei Zahal shutdown
Supreme Court justices order Israeli government to explain in-depth reasoning behind closure of Galei Zahal radio station.
Lapid denies secret meeting with Qatari officials
Lapid denied meeting alone with senior Qataris and said the meeting took place with the hostages' families present - but later confirmed a private conference beforehand.
Modi'in trains suspended due to smoke
Reports of smoke in nearby tunnel prompt Israel Railways to suspend train routes near Modi'in Center station.
Kisch warns Iran against involving Israel
'Iran has an interest in keeping Israel out of the conflict,' Education Minister Yoav Kisch tells radio station.
IDF demolishes home of terrorist who murdered Shalev
Home of terrorist Mahmoud Abed, who murdered 22-year-old Shalev Zevuloni in July, is demolished.
Former Haredi Minister:
Former Haredi Minister: 'Religious Zionism loses their souls in the army'
Former minister Shlomo Benizri claimed that those who send their children to the IDF do not care about their spiritual wellbeing.
Local leader and senior officials detained
Police detain head of local authority in southern Israel, senior officials, on suspicion of corruption.
Gafni:
Gafni: The Draft Law is just an excuse to bring down the government
MK Moshe Gafni claims the protests over the Draft Law are a political tool, says he will act according to the guidance of leading rabbis, and leaves the door open for a return to the coalition.
Investigation underway
Windows smashed at Paris Jewish school, investigation underway
Jewish school in Paris vandalized, with windows smashed and a CCTV camera torn off. Authorities launch an investigation.
Amit Segal:
Amit Segal: The protests did not bring the hostages closer to returning
Commentator Amit Segal criticizes the families of hostages who attacked Gal Hirsch: “Don’t say Hamas said one thing and we said the opposite - because that’s not what happened."
Iran frees protester on bail after US warns of possible execution
Iran releases protester Erfan Soltani on bail after the US warned he faced execution, a claim Tehran denies.
Yoaz Hendel’s comparison angers the haredi community
Yoaz Hendel, chairman of the Reservists’ Party, sparks uproar after comparing Bnei Brak to Rahat in the context of loss of governance.
'You are the GOAT'
'You are the GOAT': Ambassador Leiter celebrates Avdija’s All‑Star milestone
Watch: Israel’s Ambassador to the US congratulates Deni Avdija for becoming the first Israeli selected to the NBA All‑Star Game, praising the Portland star’s rising career and historic achievement.
Report:
Report: US tells Iran it is open to negotiating a deal
US official tells Axios that the Trump administration has conveyed to Iran that it is open to a meeting to negotiate a deal. Regional states push to broker a meeting.
Assessment:
Assessment: Fitch also expected to improve Israel’s credit rating
The Finance Ministry estimates that the Fitch credit rating agency will soon upgrade Israel’s rating outlook, after Moody’s made a similar move over the weekend.
Watch:
Watch: IDF completes Israeli inspection facility near Rafah Crossing
IDF forces complete establishment of a dedicated inspection compound near Rafah Crossing, aimed at enhancing security supervision and preventing the smuggling of weapons and unauthorized equipment.
Amid smuggling accusations:
Amid smuggling accusations: Bedouin battalion removed from Gaza border crossing
Following reports of smuggling involving soldiers and commanders, the IDF reassigned the battalion from Kerem Shalom to reduce risk and refresh forces.
Israeli arrested in Turkey for insulting Erdoğan
According to reports on social media, an Israeli woman was arrested after allegedly insulting the Turkish flag and President Erdoğan. The Foreign Ministry said the incident is known and is being handled.
Silence is golden:
Silence is golden: Hostage families lash out at Gal Hirsch, say he should remain silent
In a public letter, hostage families accuse Gal Hirsch of harmful conduct and deception, demanding his immediate resignation.
AG warns:
AG warns: Tens of thousands of draft dodgers, insufficient enforcement
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara said some 71,000 Israelis are evading conscription-around 80% from the haredi sector-warning of selective enforcement and announcing steps to tighten sanctions.
After 20 years:
After 20 years: Israel to reopen airstrip near Lebanese border
Government approves plan to reopen Kiryat Shmona airstrip after 20 years, restoring commercial flights and strengthening connectivity for the North
Jumpstarting the north
Government approves emergency plan for northern Israel
Plan approved for immediate implementation includes the establishment of a university in Kiryat Shmona, economic and demographic acceleration, and grants for businesses.
Homesh:
Serious security incident east of Homesh: mob attacks shepherd, attempts to seize weapon
Four terrorists attacked a shepherd east of Homesh in Samaria and attempted to steal the personal firearm of a local farm owner. IDF forces responded, and no casualties were reported.
Jerusalem
Jerusalem: Lelov Rebbe collapses and passes away in Mikveh
The Lelov Rebbe, Rabbi Yissachar Dov Biderman, passed away today after collapsing in the Hasidic mikveh on Tzefania Street in Jerusalem.
