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Watch: Teen rescued from quicksand
Fire and rescue teams worked to rescue a 14-year-old boy who became trapped in the Ras Khamis neighborhood of Jerusalem.
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Haredi battle on bank statements
Haredi Members of Knesset oppose a new Banking Supervision initiative that would move all bank correspondence to a digital format.
Israel declares Iranian bank a terrorist organization
The Minister of Defense has signed a declaration against Iran’s Bank Melli, which serves as a key conduit for transferring funds to the Revolutionary Guards and the Quds Force.
Ben Gvir:
Minister Ben Gvir: 'Death penalty for terrorists is essential for deterrence and justice'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir renewed his call to pass legislation imposing the death penalty on terrorists, saying it is necessary to deter attacks and protect Israeli citizens and vowing to push the bill forward without delay.
Near-tragedy from friendly fire in Shechem
Duvdevan soldiers were mistakenly placed under heavy fire in the Kasbah of Shechem by another unit from the same brigade.
Victory for Trump Admin
Appeals court rejects release of Mahmoud Khalil in victory for Trump Admin
3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals rules that judges do not have jurisdiction to order the release and prevent the deportation of controversial Columbia U. activist.
Sen. Graham:
Sen. Graham: Reports Trump backed down from Iran action 'beyond inaccurate, stay tuned'
US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) refuted reports that President Donald Trump was backing down from US action in Iran.
Report
Report: Ronald Lauder pushed Trump to try to annex Greenland
John Bolton claims that Trump considered purchasing Greenland following a proposal by a businessman - the Jewish billionaire Ronald Lauder.
'Protest symbol' will not be put to death
Erfan Soltani, who was sentenced to death for his part in the protests in Iran, will not be executed.
Watch: Lone soldier Josh Boone is laid to rest
Yehoshua (Josh) Boone served over 700 days in the IDF's reserves, living and serving as a warrior.
No significant progress in high-profile murder investigation
Two weeks after 'dramatic development' on 30-year-old murder mystery, no significant breakthroughs have been reported.
Intense search ongoing for teen lost in Modi'in River
Emergency and rescue forces continued intensive search efforts on Wednesday for a teenage boy who was swept away by a flash flood in the Modi’in River, near the city of Modi’in Illit.
Appeal To The Public:
Appeal To The Public: Come to accompany Josh Boone on his final journey
The funeral of Josh Boone, a reserve soldier who served 725 days and died on Monday, will take place at 14:30 at the New Cemetery in Beersheba.
Over 1,000 olim physicians joined Israel’s healthcare system
A full 541 physicians made aliyah in 2025 through a targeted program, many already integrated into Israel's medical workforce.
'Execute Them':
'Execute Them': Extreme incitement against Jordan Valley farmers
An extreme left-wing activist tweeted to call for the execution of Israeli farmers in the Jordan Valley.
Driver who rammed teen walks free
Court rejects police request to keep driver who rammed teen Yosef Eisental under house arrest.
Poll: 40% of Israelis fear election results won't be accepted
One-third of the Israeli public is not convinced the 2026 elections will be fair; about 40% fear the election results will not be accepted, JPPI report says.
Jerusalem: Palestinian Authority flags removed
Jerusalem police conduct integrated enforcement operation in Jerusalem's Meah She'arim neighborhood.
Israelis arrested for drug trafficking in Thailand
Four Israelis were arrested in a raid on a luxury villa on Koh Pha Ngan on suspicion of running a drug trafficking network.
Haredi leaders disagree on Draft Law
Meeting between Lithuanian-haredi leaders and hasidic rebbes concludes without agreement on Draft Law position.
Watch:
Watch: IDF demolishes home of Gush Etzion terrorist
IDF forces demolished the house of Amran al-Atrash, the terrorist who carried out the ramming-and-stabbing attack at Gush Junction in which Aaron Cohen was killed.
Security echelon estimates:
Security echelon estimates: US strike won't necessarily lead to attack on Israel
Immediate threat to Israel from possible US strike on Iran, high alert maintained.
Trump Gaza plan:
WJC backs Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza plan, urges action to recover Ran Gvili
WJC praises US-led progress on hostage returns and Gaza ceasefire but says closure is impossible until Ran Gvili is brought home, urging continued pressure on Hamas as Phase Two of the plan begins.
Gantz admits:
Gantz admits: Leaving the emergency government was a mistake
Benny Gantz says he will not help Netanyahu form a government but does not rule him out: “I belong to the bloc of the State of Israel; neither side should think it has me in its pocket."
In Gaza
IDF reservist severely hurt after weapon misfire in Gaza
IDF says a Jerusalem Brigade reservist was severely injured in an accidental discharge in northern Gaza. He was evacuated to hospital for treatment, and his family has been notified.
Indictment filed against soldier for espionage offenses
The soldier is accused of being recruited by Iranian operatives and transferring photos and videos of IDF sites, as well as information on weaponry.
Trump warns Iran regime could fall, but withholds support for Pahlavi
In an interview with Reuters, Trump says Iran’s regime could fall amid deadly protests but hesitates to back Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, questioning whether Iranians would accept him as a leader.
G7 warns Iran:
G7 warns Iran: Further sanctions loom over deadly crackdown on protesters
G7 warns Iran that continued violent repression of nationwide protests could trigger new sanctions, citing mass casualties and widespread human rights abuses.
New law:
New law: Candidates who support terrorism can be disqualified from municipal elections
The new law allows preventing a candidate or slate from running in municipal elections if they have denied Israel’s Jewish and democratic character.
Report:
Report: Trump would want Iran strike to be decisive
Sources tell NBC News that Trump has instructed his national security team that any strike on Iran must deliver a decisive blow to the regime rather than trigger prolonged conflict.
Heightened alert:
Heightened alert: Iran closes its airspace
Iran closes its airspace except for approved flights. Meanwhile, fighter jets heard over Iraq.
The Bible vs. Mein Kampf:
The Bible vs. Mein Kampf: Yossi Dagan's dramatic speech at Mar-a-Lago
During a speech at Mar-a-Lago, the Head of the Samaria Regional Council held up a copy of Mein Kampf, found in a school in Gaza, alongside the Bible, and said: “Their values are Mein Kampf. Our values are the Bible." The audience gave a standing ovation.
Bondi Hero
Bondi Hero: 'My goal was to take the gun and stop the killing'
Sydney Hanukkah massacre hero Ahmed Al Ahmed explains his action to save lives during meeting with the leaders of the Israel Justice Organization in New York.
Trump:
Trump: Killing in Iran has stopped
The President seemed to hint that the Iranian forces who shot protesters were shot at as well: 'They said people were shooting at them with guns and they shot back.'
Report:
Report: Secret Israel-Iran messages sought to prevent preemptive strikes
Days before unrest erupted in Iran, Israel and Iran quietly exchanged assurances through Russia aimed at avoiding preemptive military action, according to a report.
Israeli reporter's tweet reaches Iran
Political reporter Tamir Morag's post about the Iran protests was cited by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.
MK Ahmad Tibi removed from podium after inciting against Rabbi Eliyahu
During a speech in the Knesset plenum, MK Ahmad Tibi lashed out at Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu, accused the coalition of failure, and claimed that “blood is flowing in the streets."
Amid Iran tensions
Amid Iran tensions: Lufthansa group cancels night flights in and out of Israel
Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings to operate flights during the daytime only as reports indicate that the US will strike Iran in the coming days.
Yariv Levin: A Supreme Court justice threatened me
Justice Minister tells students he received threats from Supreme Court judge on the appointment of the ombudsman for complaints against judges.
Highest alert
Highest alert: US attack to alter Israeli Home Front guidelines
Israeli officials estimate the US may take military action against Iran in the coming days, a move expected to affect Israel’s Home Front Command guidelines and regional security preparedness.
