Zohran Mamdani sworn in as mayor of NYC
Mamdani took his oaths of office in a small, private ceremony shortly after ringing in 2026, becoming the first mayor to swear on the Quran.
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Somali President claims:
Somali President claims: Somaliland agreed to take Gazans for Israeli recognition
Somalia’s president claims Somaliland agreed to take Gazans, host an Israeli base, and join the Abraham Accords in exchange for Israel’s recognition.
Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland
Trump is withdrawing National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland after a series of court rulings blocked his deployments, though he stresses the troops sharply reduced crime.
Israeli Ambassador meets hero who tackled Bondi terrorist
Israel’s Ambassador meets Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi terrorists during the antisemitic attack that killed 15.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Israel has come out stronger than ever before
Speaking in Surfside, Florida, PM Netanyahu says Israel is “stronger than ever,” urges Jews to “fight back” against antisemitism, and vows to return the last hostage from Gaza.
Explosion in Nazareth store: 15 injured, including three seriously
An explosion in a beverage shop in Nazareth sparks a fire, leaving 15 people injured, three of them in serious condition. MDA and Fire and Rescue teams are on the scene. The cause is unclear.
Iran protests:
Iran protests: IRGC fighter dead as protesters torch IRGC HQ in Hamedan
Protesters in Hamedan set an IRGC headquarters on fire as anti‑regime unrest intensifies amid economic collapse. One Basij member killed and several injured.
Mistaken turn
Mistaken turn: Jewish woman enters the heart of Jericho, rescued by IDF
Israeli woman found wandering in Jericho, putting her safety at risk, and handed over to IDF forces. The case has been referred to Israel Police.
New details in "Qatargate" scandal
New details in "Qatargate" scandal: Einhorn asked Feldstein to delete conversations
According to reports, Israel Einhorn asked Eli Feldstein to delete their conversations with Yonatan Urich. Later, he claimed during an investigation that the chats had been deleted.
Survey:
Survey: Majority of Jewish Israelis do not celebrate the New Year
Survey found sharp divisions among Israel’s Jewish public over celebrating the civil New Year, with most religious Israelis rejecting it and many secular Israelis planning to mark the occasion.
Terror death toll falls in Judea and Samaria amid IDF crackdown
Terror attack fatalities in Judea and Samaria dropped to 20 in 2025, down from previous years, amid intensified IDF operations and enforcement.
IDF Chief in south:
IDF Chief in south: 'We will not allow Hamas to rebuild'
Zamir calls 2026 a decisive year, outlines new security boundary along the Yellow Line.
Netanyahu tells Evangelicals:
Netanyahu tells Evangelicals: This is a shared Judeo-Christian struggle
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with evangelical leaders in Florida, praising Christian Zionist support for Israel and warning of a broader battle for Judeo-Christian values and Western civilization.
Gafni furious
Gafni furious: 'The Court has declared war on the haredim'
The Supreme Court issued an interim order freezing the transfer of coalition funds to Haredi educational institutions that are not under supervision. MK Gafni: "It turns out there is no democracy."
Netanyahu sends New Year greeting to Israelis from fmr USSR
Netanyahu greets CIS immigrants for the New Year, praising their unity, heroism, and vital contributions to Israel’s security and strength.
After two years:
After two years: Hostages Families Forum concludes operations
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum, created immediately after the October 7th Massacre, has ended its work, but stressed: 'Our mission will not be complete until Ran Gvili returns for burial in Israel."
Watch:
Watch: Moving New Years tribute for Hanukkah massacre victims
Sydney rang in the new year with a moment of silence for the victims of the massacre at a Hanukkah event in the city, projecting the words 'peace' and 'unity' and a menorah on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Watch:
Watch: MK concludes address in sign language
MK Chili Tropper brought a bill to the Knesset to officially recognize Israeli sign language, and concluded his address by signing: "In our society, there is equal room for everyone."
Lawsuit against Arab security guard for attacking Jew
A civil lawsuit of 100,000 shekels has been filed against an Arab security guard who admitted to attacking a Jewish man at a police station in Kfar Saba.
10/7 in Judea and Samaria
Defense Minister's warning: 'Prepare for a 10/7-style attack in Judea and Samaria'
Defense Minister Israel Katz said sustained IDF operations cut terror by over 80%, ordering preparations for possible October 7-style attacks in Judea and Samaria.
On Adams' last day in office:
NYC releases first antisemitism report on Mayor Adams’ final day in office
The report details policies, executive orders, and enforcement tools launched in 2025, as Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani prepares to take office.
Watch
Watch: Cast member saves children from runaway Disney World boulder
Iconic Indiana Jones boulder scene goes wrong during a show at Disney's Hollywood Studios.
"Experiencing miracles"
"Experiencing miracles": Sydney terror attack victim walks for the first time
"Leibel walked for the first time since the attack," wrote the father. "It was an exercise that lasted two minutes, but he said it felt like he had worked out for an hour at the gym."
Bnei Brak:
Bnei Brak: Two arrested for pulling down mezuzah
Two young residents of eastern Jerusalem who were caught on camera pulling the sacred object off a building in Bnei Brak and throwing it in the trash were arrested a short time later.
Help ZAKA hero
A light that refuses to go out: Natan Kenig's story this Hanukkah
For 28 years, he lit others' darkest moments. On October 7, he spent months ensuring no family was left without closure. Now the light-bearer needs light. This Hanukkah, will we let his flame go out?
Economic sanctions for yeshivas: Here's how it will work
Defense Ministry Director General to be able to impose sanctions on yeshivas if students fail to meet legal requirements for full-time Torah study.
Rain, snow, and flood risk
Rain, snow, and flood risk: Severe winter storm starts tonight
A severe winter system is expected to begin tonight in the north and spread to the center. The peak will arrive on Thursday with up to 100mm of rain in the Gush Dan area and along the coast.
Ben-Gvir in Bedouin village:
Ben-Gvir in Bedouin village: ‘Whoever isn’t normative, we will cut them down’
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the Bedouin village of Tarabin after vehicles were torched in Lehavim, vowing intensified enforcement under Operation 'New Order.'
Nir Barkat advancing trade with Qatar
Economy Minister Nir Barkat, reportedly advancing bill to declare Qatar a terror-supporting state, is advancing a process to allow Israelis to do trade with Qatar.
182,000 births in 2025
182,000 births & decrease in mortality: Natural growth in Israel continues to strengthen
In 2025, approximately 182,000 babies were born in Israel, and there was a decrease in the number of deaths - however, the number of immigrants decreased to just about 24.6 thousand.
Ben-Gvir confronts Committee for the Advancement of Women
The minister arrived unexpectedly at a hearing of the Committee for the Advancement of the Status of Women and declared that he had done more for women in a year than the committee had in three.
Two haredi women arrested in Prague for drug smuggling
Two haredi women, both in their 20s, arrested in Prague airport on suspicion of transporting large quantities of khat.
Holocaust survivor killed by Russian missile in Ukraine
Yevgeny Alexandrovich Bondar, 80, dies of injuries after being struck by Russian missile in Kherson, Ukraine.
Knesset holds hearing on bill to sentence terrorists to death
Knesset National Security Committee discusses 'Death Penalty for Terrorists' bill, injured veteran stresses bill 'is a must.'
Supreme Court conference sparks uproar
Justice Minister Yariv Levin orders cancellation of left-wing conference scheduled to be held in the Supreme Court. 'Time to understand the Supreme Court belongs to all citizens of Israel.'
Supreme Court orders October 7th investigation halted
The Supreme Court ordered the State Comptroller to suspend audits in areas of political and investigative sensitivity until the petition is decided.
Five vehicles set aflame in Lehavim
Investigative sources say vehicle fires likely 'price tag' action on part of Negev Bedouin, in response to largescale police operation.
Report:
Report: Israel's growth falls to 0.9%
The Taub Center's report points to a decline in the population growth rate, net emigration, falling fertility, and a projected increase in mortality up to 2040.
Nationwide operation
Turkey arrests 357 ISIS suspects in nationwide counterterror operation
Turkish police arrest 357 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids after deadly clashes that killed three officers and six terrorists, amid warnings of planned holiday attacks.
IDF summarizes 2025
From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials: The IDF summarizes 2025
IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.
