Former MK arrested on suspiscion of incitement
Judea and Samaria District police officers arrested former chairman of the Higher Arab Monitoring Committee and former MK Mohammad Barakeh for questioning today
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Zini shutting down Shin Bet's LGBT Forum to focus on security
According to a report, Shin Bet Director David Zini is halting LGBT-related activity within the organization and returning the focus to the core of its security mission.
Minister of Foreign Affairs:
Minister Sa’ar says 'No country would tolerate what Israel faces from Lebanon'
Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar addressed the situation in Lebanon at the JNS conference in Jerusalem, 'The problem was and is still Hezbollah; the main obstacle to Lebanese sovereignty and regional stability.'
Gafni and Deri's ultimatum to Netanyahu
Shas and Degel HaTorah Chairmen threaten to support a bill to dissolve the Knesset next week if haredi parties' legislation is not advanced.
Watch
Watch: Arms dealers arrested in Bethlehem operation
During the operation, the soldiers searched about 50 different buildings and arrested 19 suspects in terrorist activity.
Ambassador Leiter warns
Ambassador Leiter warns: 'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'
At the opening of the 5th round of Israel-Lebanon talks, Ambassador Yechiel Leiter warns that the original goal of removing Iran's influence and dismantling Hezbollah must not be abandoned.
Transportation Ministry
Transportation Ministry: 'No flights will be cancelled at Ben Gurion'
Transportation Ministry Director General Moshe Ben Zaken estimates that the crisis involving US refueling crews at Ben Gurion Airport is close to being resolved
"Why were you silent?"
Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky confronts UN: "Why were you silent?
Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky addressed UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, accusing UN Special Rapporteur Reem Alsalem of ignoring the suffering of Israeli women who were abused and abducted during the October 7 massacre and Hamas captivity.
Suspicion of Ebola in Israel ruled out
The Health Ministry announced that test results for two people who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo came back negative for Ebola.
'Jellyfish' that stunned intelligence:
Downed American pilot describes unusual sight in Iran's skies
Downed US pilot reports seeing a jellyfish-like formation of drones over Iran. CNN says intelligence officials are investigating whether it reflects a previously unknown capability or a misinterpretation.
Report in Lebanon
Report in Lebanon: Negotiations with Israel to include discussion on Ron Arad’s remains
Lebanese channel Al-Jadeed reported that, as part of the direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, discussions are expected to be held on exchanging Ron Arad’s remains for Lebanese prisoners.
Iran and Oman reaffirm sovereignty over Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman announced plans to discuss the future administration of the Strait of Hormuz while reaffirming their sovereignty over the key waterway.
Iran Researcher:
Iran Researcher: 'Trump is simply insane'
Binyamin Sabti, a researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies, criticized the U.S. administration and Donald Trump, warning against the strengthening of the Iranian regime and oil revenues.
Protest convoys reveal schism in haredi community
As hundreds of vehicles prepare for a nationwide protest, cooperation between major Hasidic groups and the Jerusalemite Faction has exposed the fault lines against Shas and Degel HaTorah.
After 3 days of silence:
IDF strikes terror cell, breaking three days of silence in southern Lebanon
IDF acts to eliminate 'immediate threat' after armed terrorists were identified operating near Israeli troops.
Ben-Gvir unfiltered in the Arutz Sheva studio
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir takes on a rapid round of questions from Arutz Sheva with immediate and unfiltered answers on topics like the elections, the Gaza flotilla, and the death penalty law.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: Abraham Accords showed regional respect for Israel
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin highlights regional ties, Iran’s threats, and Israel’s defensive strategy during Jerusalem summit address.
No arrests of deserters on election day
The chairman of the Central Elections Committee said, following discussions with the Attorney General and the police commissioner, that on Election Day there will be no enforcement operations against deserters.
Illegal resident molests teenager in south Tel Aviv
Police said they have completed their investigation of an illegal resident who attacked and molested a 16-year-old in south Tel Aviv.
Mark Levin slams Hezbollah talks as ‘an abomination’
The conservative commentator denounced reported Hezbollah negotiations, warning they undermine Israel’s security and strengthen Iran’s influence.
Report: Israel to unveil limited withdrawal proposal during Lebanon talks
Israel is expected to propose a limited IDF withdrawal from part of southern Lebanon during US-mediated talks opening in Washington.
Hamas confirms:
Hamas confirms: 'Journalists' killed in Gaza were really terrorists
Recent Hamas and Islamic Jihad disclosures have identified several slain “journalists" as members of their military wings while CPJ revises records.
Suspicions grow surrounding Eilat infiltration attempt
After reports that the vessel that entered the Eilat Bay was apparently unmanned, Israeli military correspondents have begun questioning the IDF's handling of the incident.
Houthi threat gets closer to Eilat
Israel is monitoring Houthi flights to Jordan as officials assess potential threats to Eilat, while stressing there is no concrete intelligence of an attack.
Ashkelon hacker secretly extradited to USA
Israeli-American citizen Michael Kadar, 27, who previously served 7 years in prison in Israel for thousands of false threats, was brought before a federal court in Orlando.
Two more arrested in plot targeting Trump's White House UFC extravaganza
Federal agents arrest two additional suspects in Washington and Missouri, bringing the total to seven charged in a thwarted plot against a White House UFC event.
Michael Mizrahi killed in Montreal shooting
Michael Moshe Mizrahi,who was wounded in the shooting attack in Montreal, pronounced dead after hours in which doctors fought to save his life.
Over Nakba exhibit
Only Jewish trustee on Canada's Human Rights Museum board quits over Nakba exhibit
The sole Jewish board member of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights has resigned over an upcoming exhibit on the Nakba.
Supreme Court upholds conviction in 1979 Etan Patz murder
Supreme Court reinstates Pedro Hernandez's conviction for the 1979 murder of Etan Patz, ruling that a lower court overstepped by tossing out the verdict.
US-mediated:
US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks to feature dual military and political tracks
The US will host a new round of political and military talks between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday, aiming to secure a comprehensive peace agreement.
'No genocide enablers'
'We don't serve genocide enablers': Brooklyn cafe cancels Jewish lawmaker’s order
Brooklyn coffee shop facing allegations of antisemitism and civil rights violations after refusing service and refunding the order of Rep. Dan Goldman.
Bennett sparks outrage:
Bennett sparks outrage: Outposts will be evacuated, Areas A and B not part of Israel
"Together" party chairman Naftali Bennett clarifies that Area C must become part of Israel, while Areas A and B will form a Palestinian autonomy.
'A status quo for immorality'
'A status quo for immorality': Mamdani defends calling AIPAC 'monsters'
New York Mayor rejects accusations of antisemitism from Jewish leaders, defends his recent verbal attacks on AIPAC.
Security probe:
Security probe: Was mystery vessel testing Israel's defenses?
Security officials believe the vessel that entered the Gulf of Eilat may have been an unmanned probe sent to test Israel's response ahead of a future attack.
Minister Eliyahu slams Trump: 'A diplomatic disgrace'
“The US is racing toward a terrible mistake. Making peace with an absolutely evil regime is a diplomatic disgrace," Minister Eliyahu claimed.
Beitar Illit
Game turns serious: Child finds himself stuck in concrete bin in Beitar Illit
Firefighters rescued a child who became trapped inside a concrete trash bin while playing in Beitar Illit, freeing him safely without injury.
Vance:
Vance: We can't trust Iran's words, only its actions
Vice President JD Vance said the US will verify Iran's compliance rather than trust its promises, despite describing the first round of talks as productive.
Trump:
Trump: Iran will agree to have major weapons inspections
President Trump said Iran has agreed to resume nuclear inspections, though Tehran insisted no new commitments on its nuclear program have yet been made.
2 killed in shooting in Jewish neighborhood of Montreal
A police officer and a Jewish civilian were murdered in a shooting the heavily Jewish Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood of Montreal.
Over 240 firearms seized:
Over 240 firearms seized: IDF sums up six months of counter-terrorism operations
The IDF said troops seized more than 240 firearms in 2026, uncovering weapons and manufacturing equipment hidden in civilian areas across Judea and Samaria.
