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A day to the vote: Netanyahu fighting to keep coalition intact

With dissolution vote imminent, Netanyahu scrambles to avert elections as haredi support hinges on IDF draft exemption impasse.

A day to the vote: Netanyahu fighting to keep coalition intact

After interception

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

IDF identifies missile launch from Yemen, setting off sirens in multiple localities.

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

Wounded soldiers to Netanyahu:

Wounded soldiers to Netanyahu: ‘We firmly oppose ceasing the fighting’”

Amid reports of a deal that would include a ceasefire, wounded soldiers who fought in the war are calling on the prime minister to continue the fighting until Hamas is defeated.

Wounded soldiers to Netanyahu: ‘We firmly oppose ceasing the fighting’”

Netanyahu to Milei:

Netanyahu to Milei: 'Javier, you are a real friend of Israel!'

In Jerusalem meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Argentine President Milei backs Israel’s war effort, calling its victory a win for the Western world.

Netanyahu to Milei: 'Javier, you are a real friend of Israel!'

Sa'ar:

Sa'ar: 'The British Mandate ended. It will never return'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar denounces UK-led sanctions on Israeli ministers as "outrageous," warns moves embolden Hamas and undermine Israel’s war objectives.

Sa'ar: 'The British Mandate ended. It will never return'

Tragedy in Crete

Tragedy in Crete: Body of Israeli author found in the sea

Michal Peleg, a 65-year-old Israeli author who lived in Crete, was found dead off the coast of the Greek island, days after being reported missing.

Tragedy in Crete: Body of Israeli author found in the sea

Trump:

Trump: Iran is becoming much more aggressive in nuclear talks

President Trump warned that Iran is becoming more aggressive in nuclear talks. The commander of Central Command presented options for military action if the negotiations fail.

Trump: Iran is becoming much more aggressive in nuclear talks

Peace Now demands:

Peace Now demands Trump condemn 'messianic' Amb. Huckabee

Israeli activist group slams US Ambassador to Israel over accusations of interference in the political crisis with the haredi parties and for suggesting a Palestinian state could be established elsewhere in the Middle East.

Peace Now demands Trump condemn 'messianic' Amb. Huckabee

Watch:

Watch: Navy launches strike on Houthi targets in Hudaydah port

The IDF published documentation of the departure of naval forces to attack targets of the Houthi terrorist regime in the port of Hudaydah in Yemen.

Watch: Navy launches strike on Houthi targets in Hudaydah port

Former hostage's story:

Former hostage's story: 'It was so dark in the tunnel I couldn't see a shadow'

Omer Shem Tov, who was returned to Israel after over 500 days in Hamas captivity, describes his ordeal in an appearance on the Living Lchaim podcast.

Former hostage's story: 'It was so dark in the tunnel I couldn't see a shadow'

Huckabee:

Huckabee: US no longer fully supports creation of Palestinian state.

US Ambassador to Israel tells Bloomberg that if a Palestinian state is created, it might not have to be in Judea and Samaria.

Huckabee: US no longer fully supports creation of Palestinian state.

IDF launches counterterror op. in Shechem

Over 250 structures have been searched so far, six wanted individuals were apprehended, and a ‘Carlo’ weapon, along with additional weapons, were located and confiscated, in the operation in the Kasbah area of Shechem.

IDF launches counterterror op. in Shechem

5 Towns:

5 Towns: Jewish business firebombed in suspected antisemitic crime spree

3 Jewish-owned businesses were vandalized in Hewlett, Long Island, including the Israel Chesed Center, in the space of a few hours.

5 Towns: Jewish business firebombed in suspected antisemitic crime spree

Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

Five countries impose sanctions on Ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway issue sanctions against Ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, citing incitement and settler violence in Judea and Samaria.

Five countries impose sanctions on Ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

Milei in Jerusalem: 'Israel is a Lighthouse of Freedom'

President Herzog welcomes Argentine President Milei to Jerusalem, urges united front against Iran and terror.

Milei in Jerusalem: 'Israel is a Lighthouse of Freedom'

Terrorists disguised as women eliminated in Gaza

During Givati ​​forces' operation in the Gaza Strip, terrorists disguised as women and carrying sacks were identified from a Hamas military building. The forces eliminated them.

Terrorists disguised as women eliminated in Gaza

British band threatens lawsuit over incitement accusations

The band Massive Attack has threatened to sue an Israeli activist after he accused them of glorifying Hamas.

British band threatens lawsuit over incitement accusations

Netanyahu on hostage talks: 'There has been great progress'

Prime Minister Netanyahu said there was progress being made to achieve a hostage deal, but noted: 'It's early to give hope.'

Netanyahu on hostage talks: 'There has been great progress'

FM Sa'ar:

FM Sa'ar: UK sanctions on ministers are outrageous

Foreign Minister announces reopening of Israeli embassy in Lusaka, outlines strategic ties with Africa.

FM Sa'ar: UK sanctions on ministers are outrageous

Huckabee denies electoral interference

US ambassador Mike Huckabee declared that he had made no attempt to influence Israel's haredi parties not to force elections.

Huckabee denies electoral interference

Two Missiles, Multiple Corps:

Two Missiles, Multiple Corps: New details about the attack against the Houthi ports

The operation involved long-range, precision-guided missiles launched from Sa'ar 6 corvettes, marking an unprecedented level of inter-service coordination.

Two Missiles, Multiple Corps: New details about the attack against the Houthi ports

Herzog to the Chief Rabbis:

Herzog to the Chief Rabbis: 'Declare a day of fasting and prayer for the hostages'

The President of the State called on the Chief Rabbis to declare a day of fasting for the hostages.

Herzog to the Chief Rabbis: 'Declare a day of fasting and prayer for the hostages'

Zambian Foreign Minister tours Samaria in landmark visit to Israel

'The Bible speaks of the significance of Samaria,' says Zambian Foreign Minister Mulambo Haimbe during his official visit to Israel, marking the first time a sitting Zambian foreign minister has toured the region.

Zambian Foreign Minister tours Samaria in landmark visit to Israel

Watch:

Watch: Hamas tunnel destroyed near Nir Oz

Israeli forces destroyed over 1,200 terror infrastructures near Kerem Shalom to widen the security area near the communities of western Negev.

Watch: Hamas tunnel destroyed near Nir Oz

Pep Guardiola attacks Israel: 'What is happening in Gaza hurts me'

Israeli Minister responds to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who spoke out against Israel during a ceremony held in his honor at a university in England: 'You're next in line'

Pep Guardiola attacks Israel: 'What is happening in Gaza hurts me'

Mahmoud Abbas:

Mahmoud Abbas: Hamas attack 'unacceptable,' must be disarmed, removed from power

PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas, in a letter to French President Emmanuel Macron, condemns 10/7 massacre as 'unacceptable,' calls for terror group’s disarmament, ouster from Gaza, and immediate release of all hostages.

Mahmoud Abbas: Hamas attack 'unacceptable,' must be disarmed, removed from power

Front-seat road deaths surge by 25% in 2024

Or Yarok reveals a sharp rise in fatalities among front-seat passengers in 2024, with 279 killed, a 25% increase over the previous year. Safety advocates urge stronger enforcement and public awareness to reduce the toll.

Front-seat road deaths surge by 25% in 2024

Driver who struck police officer was former inmate

A 38-year-old woman caught driving while talking on her phone was asked to pull over, and decided to go on a wild chase on the roads of Ashkelon with her 3-year-old son in the car.

Driver who struck police officer was former inmate

Ed. Minister Yoav Kisch launches plan to integrate 3,000 Haredi students into IDF by 2030.

Education Minister Yoav Kisch unveils national plan to integrate 3,000 Haredi yeshiva students into military service by 2030, including combat roles, aiming at fostering at foster voluntary enlistment through partnership and belief in the State.

Ed. Minister Yoav Kisch launches plan to integrate 3,000 Haredi students into IDF by 2030.

Public transportation set for another price hike in June

Bus fares in Israel expected to climb by up to 12% next month, marking a nearly 50% increase within a year, following recent fare hikes amid efforts to delay a rise through government subsidies.

Public transportation set for another price hike in June

Service For All:

Service For All: Tzohar Rabbis demand draft for all Israeli citizens

The Tzohar Rabbinical organization called for the Knesset to pass a draft law that would give equal responsibility to all..

Service For All: Tzohar Rabbis demand draft for all Israeli citizens

Gaza Flotilla:

Greta Thunberg deported from Israel

Israel deports 12 radical left-wing activists who participated in a Gaza-bound flotilla, including climate activist Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan. The group was intercepted by naval forces and brought to Ashdod without resistance.

Greta Thunberg deported from Israel

Watch:

Ishay Ribo in historic performance in Argentina

Yishai Ribo performed for the first time at a major concert hall in Argentina in front of a crowd of thousands, who enjoyed an exciting musical evening of unity and Jewish culture.

Ishay Ribo in historic performance in Argentina

Hundreds of US Marines mobilized to support National Guard in Los Angeles

Over 700 US Marines mobilized to support National Guard troops in Los Angeles amid protests, in the largest such deployment since 1992.

Hundreds of US Marines mobilized to support National Guard in Los Angeles

Manchester:

Massive Attack condemned for showcasing Hamas leader in concert

British band Massive Attack is facing backlash for showing footage of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during a Manchester concert, prompting outrage from Israeli officials and Jewish leaders.

Massive Attack condemned for showcasing Hamas leader in concert

IDF strikes Houthi terror targets at Hudaydah port in Yemen

Unlike previous attacks, which were carried out by the IAF, the attacks were carried out by Israel's navy.

IDF strikes Houthi terror targets at Hudaydah port in Yemen

14-year-old boy pronounced dead after friends play with gun

A 14-year-old was fatally shot in Rishon LeZion as two teens mishandled a parent's firearm. Indictments are expected, but due to their age, the suspects will likely undergo rehabilitation.

14-year-old boy pronounced dead after friends play with gun

Major deal:

Major deal: Russia to construct eight power plants in Iran

Iran's atomic chief announces that Russia will construct eight new nuclear power plants, with four slated for Bushehr. The move is part of Iran's plan to triple its nuclear energy capacity.

Major deal: Russia to construct eight power plants in Iran

Canada:

Canada: Outrage as Ottawa's Holocaust Monument desecrated

Ottawa's National Holocaust Monument defaced with red paint and "feed me," sparking widespread condemnation. The act is being investigated as a hate crime, drawing outrage from Canadian officials and Jewish organizations.

Canada: Outrage as Ottawa's Holocaust Monument desecrated

Ahead of deportation

Gaza flotilla passengers arrive at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of deportation

Passengers of ship involved in international flotilla to Gaza arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, hours after the ship docked in Ashdod. All 12 left-wing activists on board will be deported from Israel. Foreign Ministry publishes a photo of Greta Thunberg next to an Israeli flag.

Gaza flotilla passengers arrive at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of deportation




















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