Stories written by the Israel National News team have been compiled and edited by several news writers
IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip personally approached their battalion commander following new security escort missions and the breach of a defensive line defined by the brigade commander. 'Hundreds of terrorists crossed it; at times, soldiers stand just 50 meters from a frenzied crowd. There’s no concrete warning, no defensive line.'
A leopard attacked an employee this morning at the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem. The employee was evacuated to the hospital with serious neck injuries and could not be saved.
US Secretary of State criticizes France, UK, and Canada for rewarding Hamas terror by recognizing a Palestinian state while Hamas still holds hostages, notes Hamas has less reason to release the hostages.
World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder reacted to the recent joint declaration by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey condemning the October 7th terrorist attacks and calling on Hamas to release all hostages, disarm, and relinquish its rule over Gaza.
Trump administration refers Harvard to the DOJ over claims it failed to address antisemitic harassment of Jewish and Israeli students.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich at the Vision Conference: "Either we continue until victory, or we succumb to fatigue and external pressures."
President Donald Trump tells NBC News he expects Israel to ensure US aid to Gaza reaches civilians, not Hamas, voices confidence in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s competence.
Ditza Or, mother of Avinatan who is being held captive in Gaza, addresses National Vision Conference: Either defeat Hamas or bring everyone back.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the issue of sovereignty: "We are close to the first step and must make a supreme effort to start this process in practice."
President Trump signs an executive order raising tariffs on Israeli goods to 15% starting Friday. The new rate is a slight drop from 17% announced in April, but remains above the 10% Israel had hoped for.
President Trump says Iran’s nuclear program was “decimated” and lauds US pilots’ B-2 missions. On Gaza, he calls the situation “terrible,” noting $60 million in US aid hasn’t reached the people, blaming Hamas for diverting food and funds.
The Islamic Jihad terror organization published footage of the Israeli hostage Rom Braslavski, claiming that it was filmed before contact with his captors was lost.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters states in response to reports US, Israel are considering a new deal that only a deal to free all of the remaining 50 hostages is acceptable. 'Time is running out.'
The Coalition for Jewish Values calls the American Jewish Committee's accusations that Rep. Randy Fine supports 'starving children' 'outrageous and unfair.'
UK sees unprecedented voter turnout as five slates secure representation under newly revised mandate allocation and surplus vote redistribution rules.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says the President opposes the recognition of 'Palestine' because it is 'rewarding Hamas at a time where Hamas is the true impediment to a ceasefire and to the release of all of the hostages.'
Demonstrators refused police orders to disperse; arrests made after chants against IDF operations in Gaza.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says the 2 officials will observe the situation on the ground in Gaza and use that experience to develop a new aid distribution mechanism.
Foreign Minister tells Johann Wadephul that Israel won’t forfeit security, slams global pressure, PA incitement, and hypocrisy on Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.
Atlantic report cites tensions between Trump and Netanyahu over Gaza conflict, but Israeli PM’s office calls claims 'fake news' and declines to comment.
As part of Operation Gideon’s Chariots, IDF destroys terror tunnel with weapons and living quarters just 5 km from Ashkelon-Sderot line.
Following latest deal with a prominent university, President Trump writes: 'There will be no more Anti-Semitism, or Anti-Christian, or Anti-Anything Else! Woke is officially DEAD at Brown.'
Defense Minister confirms strike on major terror facility in Lebanon; vows continued pressure to prevent Hezbollah resurgence.
Governor Hochul echoes claims of starvation in Gaza, urges Israel to act alongside US to deliver aid, while reaffirming support for hostages’ release and a lasting peace
British PM rejects criticism from captivity survivor Emily Damari of his threat to recognize Palestine while Hamas remains in power and continues to hold hostages.
Osama Krayem found guilty of war crimes and terrorism in connection with Islamic State execution video.
Troops have been operating to further solidify operational control along the 'Magen Oz’ corridor, which runs through the city of Khan Yunis and separates its eastern and western parts.
Video posted to social media captures the terrifying moments a swinging pendulum ride snapped in half at the top of its cycle at Green Mountain Park in Taif, Saudi Arabia.
The FBI is now investigating an attack at a kosher restaurant in Queens which left multiple Jewish victims hospitalized as a potential hate crime after the victims said the attackers shouted about killing Jews.
The US has imposed visa bans on PLO and PA officials, citing violations of peace accords, international legal actions against Israel, and ongoing support for terrorism.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog to travel to Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia with the goal of bolstering ties, advancing hostage diplomacy, and honoring Holocaust memory, accompanied by a top Israeli economic delegation.
In Truth Social post, US President says hostage release is key to ending Gaza crisis.
Ahead of visit to Israel, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul calls to start process to recognize 'Palestinian state.'
Tamar Gershoni, leftist activist from Tel Aviv, named as woman suspected of planning to murder Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu using RPG.
Yosef Haddad was summoned for further investigation after firing his gun into the air during a road altercation. He claims it was a nationalistic incident and fired because he felt his life was in danger.
Roi Wasserstein, 24 from Netanya, served over 300 reserve days in the 401st Brigade. Yesterday, he took his own life.
Three-year-old boy forgotten in vehicle overnight is saved by alert citizen out for a morning walk.
For the first time in the history of the space station, two robots from different space agencies communicated and carried out a joint mission in real time using an AI platform.
Bronze coin minted by Jews in Jerusalem during final year before Second Temple's destruction in 70 CE discovered during excavations in the Jerusalem Archaeological Garden - Davidson Center.
A Delta plane en route from Utah to Amsterdam had to make an emergency landing in Minneapolis after encountering severe turbulence at high altitude.
