Faces backlash
UN's Albanese faces backlash for backing Green Party's anti-Zionist policy
UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese faces criticism after defending the UK Green Party's “Zionism is racism" policy during a discussion at Oxford University.
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Liberman blasts Eisenkot:
Liberman blasts Eisenkot: Benny Gantz 2, seeking to form government with Netanyahu
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman accuses Gadi Eisenkot of seeking a coalition with Netanyahu, Deri, and Goldknopf: "Gadi Eisenkot is Benny Gantz 2."
After just one week
Trump fires White House press secretary Katie Zacharia after just one week
President Trump removes Katie Zacharia as White House press secretary after a troubled debut, questions about her legal credentials and just one week on the job.
Rise in overseas voting:
Sharp rise in overseas voting: Nearly 87% turnout at Israeli diplomatic missions
Voting for the 26th Knesset at Israeli diplomatic missions worldwide has concluded, with turnout reaching 86.7%, compared to 69.6% in the previous election.
IDF: To remove the threat
To remove the threat, IDF eliminates Nukhba commander who infiltrated Re’im Base on 10/7
The terrorist infiltrated the Re’im Base during the October 7 massacre and recently advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians, in violation of the ceasefire.
Fake news exposed:
Binyamin Council challenges claims of settler violence against journalist
Footage from Abu Falah appears to show Israeli youths helping photographer Heidi Levine to her feet, despite claims that hilltop youth kicked her 50 times and broke her legs.
Washington Post photographer injured in attack in Samaria
Clash in Abu Falah during olive harvest leaves Washington Post photographer injured, report says.
During olive harvest:
During olive harvest: Israelis injured as Palestinian Arab rioters set fire to Jewish farm
Several Israelis lightly injured as Palestinian Arab rioters throw rocks, launch fireworks, and torch farmland in Binyamin; regional council accuses Palestinian Authority of direct involvement.
'We've finished you off!': Edelstein harassed mid-flight
MK Yuli Edelstein faces a heated confrontation aboard flight as left-wing activist hurls insults and accusations at him, while another activist calls for politicians to be pursued everywhere.
Northern Israel:
Manhunt for masked suspect in IDF uniform near Kafr Qara
Police, Border Police, and Shin Bet launch extensive searches for masked individual wearing IDF uniform who may be armed.
700 activists establish new Gaza settlement outpost
More than 700 people, including families, rabbis, and lawmakers, establish new settlement outpost near the Gaza border, calling on government to relocate it inside Gaza buffer zone.
New search operation targets missing persons in Tzfat area
Police and the Israel Dog Unit searched the Safed and Meron region this week for two men missing since 2022 and 2024, covering areas also relevant to several other unsolved missing-person cases.
IDF takes out October 7 Hamas commander
In separate strikes, IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist, Hamas weapons production commander who infiltrated Israel on October 7.
Not rocket science: New car hits the road - and the air
Elon Musk unveils Tesla's new Roadster with rocket-like thrusters, showcasing aerial stunts and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in under a second. Production is targeted for 2028.
Poll: Likud plunges to 18 seats, Arab parties reach record high
New Maariv poll shows Likud losing two seats as Arab parties climb to combined 14, political blocs tie at 51 seats each.
Brazil election poll:
Brazil election poll: Pro-Israel Bolsonaro leads Lula by two points ahead of runoff
Flavio Bolsonaro leads Brazilian President Lula 47% to 45% in a new Datafolha poll ahead of the October 25 runoff, narrowing his previous four-point advantage.
Two years later
Two years since Sinwar's elimination: IDF reveals his orders before October 7
Marking two years since Yahya Sinwar's elimination, the IDF releases a handwritten document in which the Hamas leader ordered terrorists to document atrocities on October 7.
Indonesia's Islamic council:
Indonesia's Islamic council demands cancellation of Bocelli concerts over Israel
Indonesia's leading Islamic council calls for the cancellation of two Andrea Bocelli concerts, citing the Italian tenor's support for Israel and its military.
Iranian plot
German court jails two men over Iranian plot to assassinate Jewish leaders
German court sentences two men for plotting attacks on prominent pro-Israel figures on behalf of Iran's Quds Force and conducting surveillance of Jewish targets.
Backs Palestinian state
China presses Israel to halt Jewish communities, backs Palestinian state
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges Israel to reverse Jewish community construction in Judea and Samaria and reaffirms Beijing's support for a Palestinian state.
CENTCOM rejects Iran's claims on Hormuz, cargo ship sinking and US deaths
US Central Command disputes Iranian claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz, the sinking of a Singapore-flagged ship and hundreds of American military deaths.
Oregon:
Three young children and a teacher killed in Oregon elementary school shooting
Three children - aged 5, 8, and 11 - and a teacher murdered in a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon. Shooter, a 16-year-old, shot and killed.
Zelekha unveils economic plan
Military service for all, Finance Ministry: Zelekha unveils economic plan, slams Netanyahu
Prof. Yaron Zelekha unveils his party's economic platform, declaring he will join only a Zionist government that supports universal military service and appoints him finance minister.
Incoming UTJ MK compares yeshiva students' situation to Holocaust era
Elyakim Shtark compares yeshiva students' fears of arrest at airports to restrictions on crossing borders during the Holocaust.
Show of strength in Jerusalem
Show of strength in Jerusalem: 5,000 attend Religious Zionist Party rally
More than 5,000 activists and leading religious Zionist rabbis attend rally in Jerusalem. Smotrich warns voters against taking risks in the upcoming elections.
Israel on high alert:
Israel on high alert: Fears of pre-election escalation
Israel is monitoring Iranian missile tests and regional threats amid fears that a miscalculation could trigger a wider conflict ahead of elections in Israel and the US.
'You have until 10:00':
'You have until 10:00': Inside Netanyahu's dramatic phone call with Syria's President
New details reveal Netanyahu's reported ultimatum to Syria's President during the Druze massacre, rejecting a 48-hour delay and threatening further strikes.
Draft evaders barred from civil service jobs under new enforcement rules
Following the attorney general’s directives, the Civil Service Commission is reinstating enforcement of the ban on hiring draft-eligible individuals who have not regularized their status.
Drama at wedding:
Drama at wedding: Groom’s father collapses, is resuscitated and regains consciousness
A man in his 60s collapsed at his son’s wedding. Guests performed CPR and delivered three defibrillator shocks before MDA paramedics restored his pulse and he regained consciousness.
Ambassador Danny Danon:
Amb. Danon warns Hezbollah and Iran: 'Do not attempt to exploit Israel’s election period'
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, issues a direct warning to Hezbollah and Iran: 'Anyone who dares to attack us will face a devastating response.'
Trump cancels planned livestream of Fort Hood terrorist's execution
President Donald Trump announces that Nidal Hasan's execution will proceed by firing squad, but will not be broadcast to the public. Victims' immediate families will be permitted to attend.
More than 25 years later:
More than 25 years later: Second 9/11 victim identified through new DNA technology
New York City officials have identified another victim of the September 11 terrorist attacks using advanced genetic genealogy, bringing the total number of identified victims to 1,655.
IDF and ISA:
IDF and ISA eliminated two Gaza terrorists involved in weapons smuggling
IDF and ISA eliminated two terrorists who facilitated the smuggling of weapons and military equipment into Gaza.
McDonalds:
B'Tsalmo urges Wiz founder to open McDonald's branches in Judea and Samaria
B'Tsalmo calls on Assaf Rappaport, who is in advanced talks to acquire the McDonald's Israel franchise, to end the chain's longstanding absence from Judea and Samaria.
Letter by Sinwar's son:
'I want to hold a Kalashnikov and shoot Jews': IDF reveals letter written by Sinwar's son
Two years after Yahya Sinwar's elimination, the IDF reveals a letter from his 10-year-old son expressing longing for his father and a desire to shoot Jews.
Ayelet Shaked:
Ayelet Shaked recalls meeting religious Israelis: 'I enjoyed observing Shabbat'
Former minister Ayelet Shaked shared a nostalgic post recalling how she used to spend Shabbat weekends before the elections visiting various synagogues. 'Those were better days,' she wrote.
Bound for Attacks on IDF
Hezbollah admits ownership of Lebanese-seized explosives: 'Bound for Attacks on IDF'
Hezbollah admits explosives seized in Lebanon belonged to the group, claiming they were intended for attacks on Israeli forces and demanding their return.
Two killed in Houthi missile attack on Yemeni government headquarters
Five explosions reported at the presidential palace in Aden. Prime Minister and cabinet ministers unharmed, while two guards were killed and six others injured.
Unusual drama unfolds at Jerusalem funeral when deceased appears to move
Jerusalem funeral takes unusual turn when relatives spot what they believe was movement from the deceased, prompting an emergency medical response.
Israel leads top European economies in 2026 growth forecast
Israel's economy is projected to grow by 4.5% in 2026, the highest rate among countries classified by the IMF as Advanced Europe, ahead of Malta at 4.2% and Denmark at 3.7%.
