Released hostage:
Released hostage: I agreed to die in Gaza so that Israel could destroy Hamas
Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor expresses support for his father's position, says he refused offer to spy for Hamas
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Unusual discovery in Hadera sewage pipe
Embryo located in Hadera sewage after residents call professional to open blocked pipe.
Israeli found lifeless in Uman
Israeli found lifeless in Uman, Ukraine, to be transferred to Israel for burial.
Israeli singer removes 'Israel' from poster
Singer Itay Levy struck the word Israel from his promotional posters for a concert in France following online threats.
Forecast for Israel: Rain and snow
Rainfall and flooding expected, with snowfall on Mount Hermon.
IDF dismantles underground tunnel route
IDF dismantles rockets, underground tunnel route, in northern Gaza.
Khamenei accuses Trump of fueling unrest, warns enemies
'We will not let international or local criminals go unpunished,' Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warns.
IDF intercepts aerial weapons smuggling attempt
IDF intercepts drones crossing into Israeli territory bearing weapons.
UK police chief quits over ban on Israeli soccer fans
UK police chief Craig Guildford resigns after a report found West Midlands Police used “greatly exaggerated" intelligence to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.
Germany, Holocaust memorials demand action on fake AI images
Germany and Holocaust memorials warn that fake AI images are distorting history, urging social media platforms to remove or label them and prevent monetization amid rising concerns over AI-generated forgeries.
Report:
Report: Seized Gaza documents reveal Hamas intent to raid Judea and Samaria
Channel 12 News reveals IDF‑seized Gaza documents show Hamas intended to raid communities in Judea and Samaria, prompting updated IDF scenarios and new operational planning.
Report:
Report: Trump, Netanyahu held second phone call to discuss Iran
Axios reports that Trump and Netanyahu spoke on Thursday night to discuss Iran, their second phone call in two days on the Iran crisis.
Israel, US launch partnership on AI, critical technologies under Pax Silica initiative
The US and Israel, the first country to sign a joint statement in this field with the US, launch a strategic AI and technology partnership, strengthening security and innovation ties between the two nations.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: Military at peak readiness as regional tensions rise
IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin says the military is fully prepared on all fronts, urges public to rely on official updates, and confirms no change in Home Front guidelines.
Iranian-Israeli reporter:
Iranian-Israeli reporter: A US strike now would not change Iran
According to Iran International journalist Babak Itzhaki a strike on regime targets would not lead to any real results in Iran other than another round of missiles on Israel.
Rabbis' wives join revolution to protect sexual abuse victims
Wives of rabbis complete a pioneering course on sexual abuse, gaining tools to create protected communities across Israel.
Open University drops ‘ancient Palestine’ reference after receiving complaint
Institution amends course material after receiving warning that terminology risks erasing Jewish history and harming Jewish students.
Iran on the agenda
Report: Mossad Chief in US for high-level meetings on Iran
Barnea’s US visit comes amid Israel-US consultations on Iran protests, possible military action, and concerns over retaliation and renewed talks.
15 seats:
Left-wing petitions against Ben Gvir strengthen ‘Otzma Yehudit’
The strengthening of Otzma Yehudit follows the legal debate over Ben Gvir’s capability to serve as a minister, and the relevant discussions at the Supreme Court.
Rabbi Kalmanson attacks draft law:
Rabbi Kalmanson attacks draft law: 'A danger to Israel; Hashem will not forgive them.'
'Hashem will not forgive them, and history will not forget this injustice. The State of Israel has not yet finished dealing with its enemies - we need soldiers, says bereaved father Rabbi Benny Kalmanson on the proposed draft law.
Attempt to smuggle 100 tons of waste for burning foiled
Several attempts were thwarted to smuggle more than 100 tons of waste on five trucks through crossings in Judea and Samaria for illegal burning.
Watch:
Watch: Military helicopter crashes in Gush Etzion
A military helicopter, which had been grounded for several days near Ma'ale Amos, crashed during its recovery operation. The Air Force has initiated an investigation.
Tragic ending:
Teen's body found 3 days after he was swept away in storm
Moshe Lodmer, a student at the Boyan Yeshiva in Modiin Illit, was found dead after being swept away by the Modiin Stream on Tuesday.
Israeli woman to be charged with activity on behalf of Hamas
Rania Dandan, 51, from Kiryat Motzkin, will be charged for engaging in ideological propaganda activities on behalf of Hamas.
Shema Yisrael, Tzitzit, and Tefillin:
Shema Yisrael, Tzitzit, and Tefillin: Faith, Identity, and Jewish Resilience
Shema Yisrael "Hear, O Israel" is our declaration of Jewish faith. Its opening verse affirms the unity of Hashem and the absolute core of Jewish belief. The Shema has preserved Jewish identity and resilience throughout the ages.
Bodies held hostage
Iran demands large payments from families of murdered protesters
Testimonies from parents of those murdered during protests in Iran reveal that authorities are demanding large sums of money in exchange for returning the bodies of their children.
One killed, dozens injured in 3 serious traffic accidents overnight
Three serious road accidents through the night: youngster killed, two in serious condition in north and 27 injured in south
'Historic meeting'
Venezuelan opposition leader gives Trump her Nobel medal, calls meeting 'historic'
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado calls her meeting with Trump “historic," urges US support for Venezuela’s opposition.
Report:
Report: Trump advised major Iran strike unlikely to topple regime
US officials tell the Wall Street Journal that Trump’s advisers warned him that a major strike won’t topple the Iranian regime and could spark wider conflict.
UK welcomes US move to Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza peace plan
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper welcomes the US move to Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza plan, urging momentum on the ceasefire, more aid, and a Palestinian‑led future grounded in international law.
Phase Two of Gaza plan:
Trump announces launch of 'Board of Peace for Gaza' as Phase Two moves forward
Trump launches the “Board of Peace for Gaza" as part of his peace plan. The names of the members will be made public at a later date.
Poll:
Poll: No clear decision between the blocs
Likud remains the largest party with 26 seats, followed by Naftali Bennett’s party with 22 seats. Neither bloc can form a government without cross-bloc cooperation.
US moves aircraft carrier toward Mideast as Iran tensions surge
US shifts at least one aircraft carrier and other assets toward the Middle East as tensions with Iran rise, with planners preparing “more offensive" options depending on Tehran’s next moves.
Unique incident:
Unique incident: Soldiers transfer a herd of goats from Syria to Judea and Samaria
The Military Police investigated the transfer of a herd of 250 goats from Syria to breeding farms in Judea and Samaria by soldiers, during an operational activity.
Consumer Price Index:
Price Index: Housing, transportation, clothing expenses continue to rise
December 2025 CPI was flat, with price rises in clothing, vegetables, housing, and transport, and drops in culture, food, and health; rents rose, especially for new tenants.
Lt. Col. Ran reveals: How Yahya Sinwar was eliminated
Lieutenant Colonel Ran, who commanded the ground force that eliminated Yahya Sinwar, describes the identification, the assault, and the reaction to the killing of the Hamas leader in Gaza.
UK:
NHS doctor suspended over social media posts praising Hamas
Dr Rahmeh Aladwan, 31, was detained in South Gloucestershire for allegedly expressing support for Hamas online, in antisemitic and pro-terrorism posts, including praising a female Palestinian suicide bomber and her son killed in the October 7 attacks.
Iran attack postponed
Iran attack postponed: The dramatic phone call between Netanyahu and Trump
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with US President Donald Trump and reportedly asked him to delay the possibility of a military strike on Iran.
Miracle near Ofra
Terrorists threw an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail at a vehicle near Ofra.
Anti-Israel protesters enter BBC Scotland HQ
Activists enter BBC Scotland’s Pacific Quay reception, chanting and displaying banners accusing the broadcaster of biased coverage of Gaza.
