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Hamas delays elections

Hamas delays elections for head of political arm as delegation sent to Cairo.

Scam targeting reserve soldiers’ assistance fund

IDF Major accused of instructing relatives and friends on how to fraudulently extract money from a reserve soldiers’ assistance fund, allegedly abusing his position of trust for personal gain.

Eight detained in counterterror operation

Jerusalem-area security forces carry out widescale raid in Shu'afat, confiscating weapons, ammunition, and drugs.

Winter returns, storms to peak mid-week

Winter weather system to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds - and maybe snow.

WJC’s Lauder:

WJC’s Lauder: Arson at Mississippi synagogue shows hate never disappears

WJC President Ronald Lauder condemns the arson at Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, warning that hatred resurfaces when unchecked and urging decisive action against rising antisemitism and extremism.

Sa’ar announces:

Samoa to open embassy in Jerusalem in 2026, Sa’ar announces

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says Samoa will open an embassy in Jerusalem in 2026, praising its support for Israel.

British lawmakers urge Starmer to outlaw Iran’s IRGC

UK politicians across parties urge Prime Minister Keir Starmer to proscribe the IRGC amid Iran’s deadly crackdown, mass protests, and rising security concerns.

Truck drives through Iran solidarity protest in Los Angeles

U‑Haul drives through Iran‑solidarity protesters in Westwood, sparking chaos as activists confront the driver.

'Iran’s freedom is near'

'Iran’s freedom is near': Iranian Crown Prince unveils new phase of push to topple regime

Reza Pahlavi declares a new phase of the uprising, urging intensified action inside and outside Iran as protests grow, vowing the regime is weakening and that “Iran’s freedom is near."

Extremists disrupt IDF event

Extremists disrupt IDF event: Soldiers injured, brigade commander evacuated

Haredi extremists disrupt an event for parents of Hashmonaim Brigade soldiers in Bnei Brak. Three soldiers lightly injured. Brigade commander evacuated with police assistance.

'We are just getting started'

'We are just getting started': White House cryptic post fuels speculation over Iran action

White House hints the US military is ready in cryptic social media post, as US officials say Trump is weighing military and political options as Iran protests intensify.

New town breaks ground in Samaria

The town of Rehavam has begun construction as part of the government plan to bring one million residents to Samaria.

'Culture of lies'

'Culture of lies': Senior IDF officer slams former Chief of Staff

Brig. Gen. (res.) Meir Finkle says IDF investigations prioritized pleasing senior command, downplayed failures, and contributed to flawed assessments of Hamas.

Chief Rabbi of Britain:

Britain's Chief Rabbi: Calling Gaza genocide trivializes the word

Britain's Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, denounced accusations of genocide in Gaza as being motivated only by hostility to the Jewish state.

Two waves of strikes

IDF puts crosshairs on Hezbollah weapons infrastructure in two waves of strikes

Military targets underground storage facilities and weapons shafts, citing violations of Israel-Lebanon understandings.

'Natural partners'

Netanyahu signs major security pact with Germany: 'Natural partners'

Joint declaration expands cooperation on cybersecurity, counterterrorism, law enforcement, and advanced defense technologies.

The Gazans who pocketed donations and became rich during the war

Gazans are discovering that their social media influencers, who created fundraisers for 'humanitarian aid,' pocketed the donations instead of sending them to their intended destinations.

Palestinian arrested after breaching Ben Gurion Airport security

Israel Police officers have arrested the suspect who had fled after breaching security at Ben Gurion Airport several weeks ago.

Hate & heartbreak in Mississippi

Historic Jackson synagogue burned in suspected arson attack, Torah scrolls destroyed

Fire breaks out at Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson overnight; no injuries reported as local and federal authorities investigate and a suspect is taken into custody

Court dismisses lawsuit against apartments near security fence

The court dismissed Regavim's petition and that of the Gush Etzion Regional Council against two 12‑storey towers adjacent to the security fence in southern Jerusalem.

'Military not ready'

Report: US commanders tell Trump to delay any Iran attack

According to a Telegraph report, US military commanders have warned the President that additional time is needed to prepare forces before any potential strikes against Iran.

Military action on the table

Trump reviews ways to back Iran protesters as unrest spreads

US officials say President Trump is reviewing military and 'non-kinetic' options as protests intensify in Iran and the regime faces growing pressure.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Israel in awe of the immense courage of the citizens of Iran

Netanyahu opens cabinet meeting by openly declaring support for the movement to topple the Islamic Republic regime.

Tel Aviv:

Tel Aviv woman returns from vacation to find illegal infiltrators sleeping in living room

Detectives arrested two illegal entrants after a resident returned from overseas and found that they had broken into her home. They were found with several allegedly stolen items and cash.

Yair Netanyahu advances in Likud party

Yair Netanyahu, the son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was elected as a member of the party's central committee.

Air Canada drama:

Air Canada drama: Passengers heard screams and prevented a disaster on a flight

Before takeoff, Air Canada flight returns to terminal after passengers report screams and banging from beneath the cabin floor.

Arrest of Yeshiva students: “We must not get used to this"

Approximately 20 Haredi young men remain in a military prison after being detained by the Military Police for failing to report as required to the recruitment offices.

Watch

Watch: Drone hidden near Nahal Rahaf found carrying marijuana

As part of an operation by the Rotem District Police, a drone that had been concealed in an open area near Nahal Rahaf was located carrying 8.6 kilograms of marijuana.

Widow of Hamas terrorist Yahya Ayyash arrested for incitement

Widow of mass murderer Yahya Ayyash arrested after inciting violence and praising terrorism online: 'Gaza, you deserve this organization that always instilled fear into the enemy.'

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer identified as officer found deceased

Lt. Col. Avishai Harer from Kochav HaShahar is the officer who was found in his home on Saturday without signs of life.

Dramatic, historic move:

Arab affairs analyst: 'A dramatic, historic move, this is the beginning of a revolution'

'Demonstrators have taken to the streets. Historic processes are unfolding before our eyes,' says Arab affairs commentator Tzvi Yehezkeli about the protests in Iran this morning.

Kiryat Arba

Kiryat Arba: Following residents’ complaints, IDF responds to gunfire

Following an inquiry by Arutz Sheva, the IDF responded to reports of sustained gunfire from the direction of Jabal Johar toward Kiryat Arba.

Footage from restaurant:

Thief picks up bag of money and leaves; caught on security camera

Northern District police takes swift action after US tourist forgets a bag containing NIS 50,000 in cash at a restaurant in Kfar Tavor.

Ramallah:

Footage from Ramallah: Suspect arrested in major fraud case

Police investigation uncovers sophisticated fraud scheme in which a Palestinian Arab swindled dozens of Israeli citizens, amassing a total of approximately three million shekels.

Iranian Speaker threatens to attack Israel if US strikes Iran

The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, issued threats to Israel if the US intervenes in the protests rocking the Islamic Republic.

Netanyahu’s Chief of Staff summoned for questioning by Lahav 433

The Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Tzachi Braverman, has been summoned for questioning at the Lahav 433 major crimes unit.

IDF cancels training for dozens of combat units

Despite the government’s approval of the defense budget, the Ground Forces have decided to freeze training for approximately 25 units, out of concern over potential future cuts.

Duvdevan soldier moderately wounded in clash with terrorists in Shechem

During IDF activity in Shechem, an IDF soldier was moderately injured as a result of shots that were fired toward the soldiers

At Israel’s expense

At Israel’s expense: Mohammed bin Salman’s new “moderate axis"

Against the backdrop of tensions between the two countries, Saudi Arabia is accusing the United Arab Emirates of cooperating with Israel and is seeking to draw closer to Turkey.

Bangladesh seeks to join Gaza stabilization force

Bangladesh tells the US it wants to join the planned Gaza stabilization force as outlined in Trump’s plan for Gaza.