Israel National News

US Ambassador:

US Ambassador: Lebanon-Israel talks reach 'point of no return'

US Ambassador Michel Issa praised progress in Lebanon-Israel negotiations, saying the process has reached a "point of no return."

Senior official

Senior official: Israel halting Iran strikes at Trump's request

A senior Israeli official said that at the request of US President Donald Trump, Israel is currently halting its retaliatory strikes on Iran.

'Fulfilling my parents' dream'

'Fulfilling my parents' dream' |Dr. Rachel Kohn shares her Aliyah story

For Dr. Rachel and Shelly Kohn, making aliyah was not the culmination of a lifelong dream but rather a decision that felt both natural and timely.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Iran declares end of attacks on Israel

After Israel and Iran traded missile barrages and airstrikes, Iran says it will halt attacks but warns against Israel strikes on Lebanon. Live Updates.

Iran declares: We completed operations against Israel

Iran declares end to strikes against Israel - on condition that Israel cease responding to Hezbollah's aggression.

Education Ministry sets date to reopen schools

Education Minister Yoav Kisch says schools should return to in-person learning quickly, matriculation exams to be suspended until next week.

'We Must Be Proactive':

'We Must Be Proactive': Global Jewish Forum launched to combat antisemitism

Rabbi Dovid Hofstedter, president of the Dirshu movement, announces the establishment of a global Jewish forum of yeshiva heads, Jewish leaders, and public figures in a coordinated effort to combat the growing wave of antisemitism around the world.

Trump orders Israel and Iran to stop 'shooting'

In short social media post, US President Donald Trump calls on Israel and Iran to cease firing at each other says both sides seeking 'immediate ceasefire.'

Well-loved restaurant owner murdered in terrorist attack

Friends and business partners of Haim Kalomiti, survived by his wife and three daughters, describe him as a generous and beloved man who 'was always the first to help.'

IDF releases first footage of strikes on Iranian air defenses

DF publishes footage of a strike on Iranian aerial defense system, showing secondary explosions that indicated missiles were inside the launcher.

Yeshiva student exits helicopter shortly before crash

A private helicopter that flew a yeshiva student to the gravesite of Rabbi Yeshaya of Kerestir in Hungary crashed on its return flight to Poland, shortly after the passenger had disembarked.

Houthis declare additional escalation

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree declares naval blockade in Red Sea following missile launch towards central Israel.

IDF strikes Iranian strategic defense systems

Dozens of Israeli fighter jets strike strategic defense systems across Iran, expanding the IAF’s freedom of action in Iranian airspace.

Communications Min. to haredi radio station: Broadcast in northern Israel

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi says haredi public does not receive Home Front Command instructions in real time, pushes back against Supreme Court, AG office 'illegal freeze.'

Kafr Qassem resident indicted for spreading Hamas propaganda

Arab suspect in his 20s to be indicted for spreading Hamas propaganda, extremist content, on social media networks.

Bat Yam resident suspected of espionage for Iran

Following a lengthy undercover Shin Bet and Israel Police investigation, a prosecutor's declaration was filed against an Israeli citizen in his 30s who was recruited by Iranian intelligence.

Haredi rabbi speaks out against mass protests

Rabbi Avraham Salim, leading Sephardic-haredi rabbi, tells haredi yeshiva students to stay away from protests, warning they detract from Torah study and accustom participants to violence.

A wedding that shattered stigmas: Special couple weds

Elchanan and Efrat, both with Down syndrome, wed in moving ceremony surrounded by friends and family.

Four homes damaged in direct strike on Samaria

Iran launches multiple barrages towards Israel, Yemeni Houthis launch additional missile; no injuries reported.

Toronto:

Record-breaking 60,000 people flood Toronto streets for 'Walk with Israel'

A record 60,000 people attend Toronto's annual Walk with Israel amid rising antisemitism. Six arrested for attempting disruptions.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

IAF strikes regime targets in Iran, missile from Yemen intercepted

IDF strikes approximately 15 targets in Iran, including an airport and a drone warehouse. The IRGC confirms the strike. Concurrently, a missile launched from Yemen toward central Israel is intercepted.

NYC:

NYC: Five wounded in Penn Station stabbing rampage

Five people hospitalized following a series of stabbings at Penn Station; a suspect is in custody.

After Iranian missile attack

US Embassy in Israel orders staff to shelter in place after Iranian missile attack

The US Embassy orders staff to shelter in place and announces Monday closures following Iranian missile barrages.

Report:

Report: Netanyahu agrees to hold off on Iran strike after call With Trump

A US official tells Axios Trump urged Netanyahu to skip retaliation against Iran and allow time for diplomacy, and Netanyahu “pseudo agreed".

'I call the shots'

'I call the shots': Trump says Netanyahu will have 'no choice' but to agree to Iran deal

Trump tells the Financial Times that Netanyahu must accept an Iran deal because "I call the shots."

Marc Zell:

Marc Zell: Trump is outmaneuvering Iran, not stopping Netanyahu

Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel, rejects reports that Trump ordered Netanyahu not to retaliate for the latest Iranian missile launches.

Watch:

Watch: Trump storms out of interview.on 2020 elections

President Trump walked out after a reporter challenged his claims of electoral tampering.

Following Beirut strike:

Following Beirut strike: Iran launches missiles at Israel

Iran launched missles at northern Israel following an Israeli strike on Hezbollah targets in the Dahieh. Schools cancelled across the country.

Watch:

Watch: Dramatic footage from the hostage rescue

The YAMAM has released new footage this evening from Operation Arnon, in which four hostages were rescued from Nuseirat in Gaza.

Watch:

Watch: IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in the Dahieh

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz ordered the IDF to strike Hezbollah command centers in Beirut's Dahieh suburb after the terrorist organization launched missiles into Israel.

Haredi MKs spark firestorm with visit to draft dodgers

MKs Aryeh Deri and Yitzhak Goldknopf visited detained haredim who refused to enlist. Minister Bezalel Smotrich condemned the visit, calling it a disgrace and lack of awareness to the public.

Religious Services Ministry Director-General under investigation

Yehuda Avidan was questioned by Lahav 433 investigators as part of a probe into alleged fraud, threats, and abuse of office.

'Loved by everyone'

'Loved by everyone': Sergeant Ohad Yaari laid to rest

Sergeant Ohad Yaari, a 21-year-old Givati Brigade soldier who was killed in Lebanon over the weekend, was laid to rest at the military cemetery in his hometown.

Demand to block warning lines for haredi draft evaders

A Tel Aviv council member has asked the Attorney General and the police commissioner to open an investigation and order the blocking of phone alert lines allegedly used to thwart arrests of haredi draft evaders.

Trump:

Trump: We'll destroy Iran's uranium with or without a deal

President Donald Trump said a future agreement would see the US eliminate Iran's enriched uranium and prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

British charity fears Gaza aid sent after 10/7 may have reached Hamas

Leaked documents show senior officials at a major British Islamic charity privately warned that more than £350,000 in Gaza aid sent after the October 7 massacre may have reached Hamas or other terrorist groups.

Footage from scene

Footage from scene: Security coordinator returns fire, drives terrorist away

The security coordinator of the community of Sal'it was filmed responding with gunfire toward the terrorist who arrived at the entrance gate, forcing him away.

Suspect in attack on Justice Sohlberg’s home arrested

The suspect, a resident of Beit Shemesh, was located while driving in the Beitar Illit area.

PM appoints Shmuel Ben Ezra as National Security Council director

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Shmuel Ben Ezra as Director of the National Security Council (NSC) and National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister.

Burned cars and smashed windows:

Burned cars, smashed windows: Suspect who spread fear in Bnei Brak and Ramat Gan arrested

Police filed a prosecutor's statement against a Bnei Brak resident suspected of recently carrying out a series of vandalism and arson attacks across the city and in Ramat Gan.