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Trump warns

Trump warns: 'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

US President issues dramatic warning to Iran over the ongoing protests against the regime.

Jewish leader

Jewish leader: 'Mamdani cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders troubling sign'

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish organizations CEO William Daroff condemns Zohran Mamdani for cancelling the order recognizing the IHRA definition of antisemitism.

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the US, his party, Likud, strengthens by two seats, which are lost by Naftali Bennett's party.

Saudi Arabia sets new execution record with 356 deaths in 2025

Saudi Arabia executed 356 people in 2025, a new record driven by its “war on drugs.” Rights groups warn the surge contradicts the kingdom’s reform narrative and disproportionately affects foreigners.

Toronto hate crimes:

Ontario's Solicitor General demands action against Toronto hate crimes

Ontario's Solicitor General Michael Kerzner demands stronger action from Toronto's police to tackle rising hate crimes and anti-Israel protests. His call follows a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in Toronto.

Erdogan’s son among organizers

500,000 join anti-Israel rally in Istanbul, Erdogan’s son among organizers

Some 500,000 people march in Istanbul for Gaza on New Year’s Day, in a rally organized by over 400 groups and led in part by Bilal Erdogan.

Syria says ISIS planned attacks on churches

Syria says ISIS plotted to attack churches and gatherings, after an ISIS suicide bomber killed a security officer in Aleppo.

'I'm in perfect condition'

Trump rejects report of concerns over his health, says he is in 'perfect' condition

WSJ reports growing concerns over President Trump’s health, but he denies issues, blames bruising on aspirin, and insists he is in “perfect” condition.

Keeps antisemitism office

Mamdani scraps Adams’ Israel‑related orders, keeps antisemitism office

Newly sworn-in NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani revokes all Adams orders issued after his indictment, including the IHRA definition and an anti‑boycott rule, while pledging continued support for the city’s antisemitism office.

International Gaza force

The American proposal for Turkish involvement in Gaza - which was rejected

American officials proposed that Turkey could assist the international force in Gaza while remaining outside the Strip. However, Netanyahu made it clear to Trump that he opposed the idea.

NY Dem Comptroller candidate wants to divest from Israel bonds

Democratic candidate for New York State Comptroller Raj Goyle says he wishes to divest the state's pension fund of its $340 million investment in Israel bonds.

Poll:

Poll: Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9

While the Likud continues to stay ahead in the polls, Mr. Netanyahu still can not manage to find a majority.

Iranian man to Netanyahu

Iranian man to Netanyahu: Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?

An Iranian man published a video asking PM Netanyahu to support the Iranian people protesting against the regime.

Internal conflict in Chabad:

Internal conflict in Chabad: Attendees of Hassidism class pelted with eggs

An extremist group disrupted a weekly class at Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters in Brooklyn, throwing eggs at participants in protest of teachings they opposed.

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests

Following violent clashes with the police, five protesters have been reported dead during the ongoing demonstrations against the regime.

AG to Supreme Court:

AG to Supreme Court: 'Force Netanyahu to explain why he won't fire Ben-Gvir'

Attorney General Baharav-Miara asked the Supreme Court to issue a show-cause order requiring Netanyahu to explain why he has not removed National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from office.

Iranian rabbi and Hezbollah reps attend conference in Tehran in honor of Soleimani

The conference, held virtually in Tehran, marked the sixth anniversary of the assassination of Qassem Soleimani, the commander of the Quds Force, who was hailed as "a symbol of resistance, courage, and the defender of the oppressed."

Watch:

Watch: What happens when a woman tries to prove how safe migrants are

To prove it was safe for a woman to walk in areas populated by migrants, German Twitch streamer 'Kunshikitty' broadcast a livestream while walking around New Year's celebrations in Cologne. She was assaulted twice on camera during the stream.

Netanyahus attend Trump's New Year's Eve gala

Prime Minister Netanyahu was the only foreign leader invited to the event, and the only one to have ever taken part in the President's Gala.

Lawsuit against PA

Lawsuit against PA: Over 1.2 billion shekels for terror tictims

273 terror victims and their families have filed a lawsuit against the Palestinian Authority and Hamas for their involvement in funding terrorism.

Ben-Gvir's Alligator Alcatraz

Ben-Gvir's Alligator Alcatraz: Prison Service officers visit Hamat Gader crocodile farm

IPS officers visited the Hamat Gader crocodile farm to observe and learn about crocodile keeping, to examine the possibility of creating a prison surrounded by the reptiles to keep terrorists in.

Watch:

Watch: Drivers rescued from flood in northern Samaria

Firefighters rescued a woman and an elderly man whose vehicles got caught in flooding near the Tzofim Checkpoint in Samaria.

Al Jazeera reveals:

Al Jazeera reveals: The Assadist plot that sought Israeli support

An Al Jazeera report claims Assad-era figures plotted renewed armed activity in Syria’s coastal region, with leaked recordings showing attempts to contact Israel and praise its military operations.

PM in Miami

PM in Miami: Israel 'stronger than ever' after Gaza war

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses JNS event at "The Shul of Bal Harbour" in Miami, telling US Jews not to 'lower your heads' in the face of rising antisemitism.

Indictment Reveals: Two deadly shooting attacks carried out with guns smuggled into Israel

The indictment against a Bedouin smuggling cell includes grave data on the phenomenon of weapons smuggling across Israel’s borders with Egypt and Jordan.

Smuggling ring busted

Smuggling ring that tapped IDF comms to smuggle machine guns from Egypt busted

Shin Bet, IDF, and police arrest smuggling network that would smuggle weapons from Egypt to Israel using drones.

From Sydney to Israel:

From Sydney to Israel: The first family to make aliyah in 2026

Zacks family from Australia lands in Israel, greeting the new year with brand-new Israeli identity cards.

Four years since the attack:

Four years since Yehuda Dimentman's murder: family demands death penalty for the terrorist

A sentencing hearing was held today at the Samaria military court for one of the terrorists who murdered Yehuda Dimentman near Homesh about four years ago. The family demanded the death penalty.

In Depth:

In Depth: Smotrich's milk reforms and Israel's dairy cartel

The recent reforms to Israel's milk market challenge a combination of policy and tradition dating back to some of the state's earliest agricultural enterprises. What will this reform achieve - and why now?

Insurance company investigated in Histadrut corruption scandal

Three senior officials at Menorah Insurance interrogated on suspicion of connections with Histadrut corruption scandal suspect Ezra Gabai.

Sarah Netanyahu awarded NIS 120,000 for defamation lawsuit

Silvia Gancia, a former employee of the official Prime Minister's residence, was ordered to pay Sarah Netanyahu compensation for defamation after failing to file her closing arguments as required.

State Comptroller warns:

State Comptroller warns: Supreme Court's decision puts lives at risk

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman responds to Supreme Court interim order freezing investigation into October 7 massacre, warning lack of investigation into failures places Israelis' lives at risk.

Smotrich:

Smotrich: We'll remove garbage from Palestinian Authority - at their expense

Israel to remove waste caused by illegal fires set by Palestinian Authority Arabs, charge bill to Palestinian Authority.

Supreme Court issues order against incitement law in schools

Supreme Court judges ordered the state to explain why the law that allows withholding funding from educational institutions and dismissing teachers for expressing support for terrorism should not be repealed.

Israel's first babies of 2026

Shira Leah and Uri Rozman welcome Israel's first baby of 2026 at Hadassah Mount Scopus in Jerusalem.

Flood warnings issued as storms draw nearer

Storms expected to spread from northern Israel southward as authorities issue flood warnings.

Deadly explosion at Swiss ski resort

At least ten people were killed in an explosion and fire that broke out at a bar in a Swiss ski town during New Year celebrations.

In first: Haredi Hashmonaim Brigade operates in Syria

Hashmonaim Brigade completes operational activity and training exercises in Syria, gathering intelligence and working to ensure safety of northern Israel's residents.

Arms smuggling route to Bedouin communities exposed

In a wide-ranging affair that came to be known as the Southern Route, a network of arms dealers was exposed that supplied weapons to the southern communities of Rahat and Segev Shalom.

Iranian forces use live fire and tear gas as protests continue

Iranian protesters chant, 'Death to the dictator,' as government-backed forces use tear gas and live fire in efforts to bring demonstrations under control.