Fallen doctor's haunting post on final birthday
Captain Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester, killed by an explosive drone in Lebanon, left behind a poignant message of healing, peace, and hope.
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In the midst of war:
In the midst of war: Benefactor raises over €8 million to establish yeshiva
The campus, designed with the goal of creating an advanced learning environment, includes a central study hall (beit midrash), library, dormitories, dining hall, mikveh, and sports facilities.
Home Front Command extends alert times in northern Israel
Residents of 161 localities in the Haifa, Haifa Bay, and Carmel areas will now have 90 seconds to reach shelter, up from the previous 60 seconds.
Quds Force commander warns:
Quds Force commander warns: Israeli operations risk broader regional escalation
Iran's Quds Force chief warns that Israeli campaigns could trigger regional maritime disruptions.
Iran executes two protesters over January mosque arson
Iran executes two protesters for mosque arson during January’s anti-regime demonstrations.
'I am offended'
'I am offended': Mamdani blasts Smotrich's participation at Israel Day Parade
NYC Mayor Mamdani criticizes some Israeli ministers' attendance at the Israel Day Parade, while stressing his commitment to ensuring it was properly secured.
'You're f***ing crazy'
'You're f***ing crazy': The difficult call between Trump and Netanyahu
Axios reports that Trump fiercely berated Netanyahu in a phone call on Monday, forcing Israel to cancel its planned Beirut strikes.
'Thank you Bibi!'
'Thank you Bibi!' Trump thanks Netanyahu for halting Beirut strike
President Trump thanks Netanyahu for canceling a Beirut raid, expresses hope the new truce lasts "for eternity".
EU ambassadors to debate
EU ambassadors to debate punitive measures against 'extremist' Israeli ministers
The EU will debate on Wednesday unprecedented sanctions on Israeli ministers over alleged mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists.
Netanyahu after call with Trump
Netanyahu after call with Trump: If Hezbollah attacks us, we will strike The Dahieh
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to President Trump's announcement about stopping the Israeli attack against Hezbollah in The Dahieh.
Cleared for publication
Cleared for publication: Captain Doctor Ori Yosef Silvester fell in combat in Lebanon
Captain Silvester, a doctor in the Shaked Battalion (424), Givati Brigade, fell in combat in southern Lebanon
“Final Ultimatum": MK Meir Porush's Threat
MK Meir Porush declared: “If these arrests are not stopped immediately, if you do not cease this persecution, we will leave you with no foothold in our communities."
Herzog on Farhud Anniversary:
Herzog on Farhud Anniversary: ‘The waves of antisemitic hatred continue’
President Isaac Herzog marked the Farhud’s 85th anniversary, warning that antisemitism remains a growing threat worldwide.
Heavy US pressure halted a strike in Dahieh
President Trump says Israel and Hezbollah agreed to cease all attacks after speaking with Netanyahu, stopping a strike on Hezbollah stronghold.
Southern Israel:
Southern Israel: Two found dead in burnt car, police investigating
Two victims found dead in vehicle with extreme burns. Police investigating what is believed to be criminal car explosion.
Trump:
Trump: Iran did not inform US before suspending talks
Trump says suspension would not automatically lead to further military action, while Reuters reports Iran is seeking a limited interim deal with Washington.
Deri issues ultimatum to Netanyahu
The Shas faction sent a sharply worded ultimatum letter to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: advance the Basic Law on Torah Study, or we will not vote for any other legislation.
Report:
Report: Lebanese Speaker told US Hezbollah ready for immediate ceasefire
Lebanese speaker says Hezbollah would fully commit to a comprehensive truce as Israel warns of possible strikes in Beirut.
Protesting draft-dodger arrests
Protesting draft-evader arrests: Haredi demonstrators block major roads
Extremist demonstrators are protesting against the arrest of draft-evaders and are blocking the entrance and exit to Jerusalem and Highway 1.
IDF Spokesman declares
IDF Spokesman declares: "We'll keep striking throughout Lebanon, from Dahieh to Tyre"
IDF Spokesman Brig. Gen. Efi Defrin delivered a special statement from Israel's northern border following the capture of the Beaufort Ridge.
Netanyahu: Dahieh will not be out of bounds
Prime Minister Netanyahu says Hezbollah is on the run, vowing Hezbollah will not be allowed to attack northern Israel while its headquarters remains untouched.
Petitions rejected
Petitions rejected: Roman Gofman to assume position as Mossad Director
The High Court rejected the petitions filed against the appointment of Roman Gofman as Mossad head.
New bill takes aim at officials' salaries
Coalition advancing bill to cut salaries of high-ranking officials; judges express horror, warn of harm to judiciary.
'An enormous loss'
Staff Sergeant Adam Tzarfati fell in southern Lebanon
Staff Sergeant Adam Tzarfati, aged 20, from Rosh Ha'ayin, fell in combat in southern Lebanon, two others injured.
In first: In-utero placental surgery to save fetus' life
Israel's first: Groundbreaking in-utero placenta surgery saves unborn baby’s life.
New JPPI study finds sharp deterioration in EU rhetoric toward Israel
Analysis of nearly a decade of official EU statements reveals 60% surge in negative rhetoric toward Israel following Hamas attack.
Iran official: We see ourselves as allies of Lebanon
Iran signals support for Hezbollah after US strikes in Iran and Israeli strikes in Lebanon, warning that it will not hesitate to 'aid Lebanon' against Israel.
Body of infant who died released for burial
Body of three-month-old infant from Hatzor Haglilit released for burial following struggle to prevent autopsy.
Netanyahu: Staff Sgt. Adam Tzarfati was a brave commando fighter
Prime Minister Netanyahu mourns Maglan fighter Staff Sgt. Adam Tzarfati, who fell in battle after IDF forces took control of the Beaufort ridge.
Watch: IDF takes out launcher used to fire at Tiberias
Within minutes: IDF destroys rocket launcher used Sunday night by Hezbollah terror group to launch rockets toward Tiberias.
From prosecution to politics:
Battalion commander who fought in Gaza and Lebanon joins Avigdor Lieberman
Lt. Col. (res.) Shmuel Barzilai, who served hundreds of days of reserve duty during the war and in a senior position in the Jerusalem District AG's office, joins Avigdor Liberman's Yisrael Beiteinu party.
Hundreds attend record-breaking 2026 MedEx event in New Jersey
More than 1,100 physicians have already made Aliyah through IMAP, surpassing halfway point toward Israel’s goal of bringing 2,000 new doctors by 2029.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: IDF will strike in Beirut following Hezbollah violations
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu greenlights strikes in Hezbollah stronghold in Beirut following death of IDF soldier, repeated and increased fire from Lebanon.
Turkish activist banned from UK over anti-Israel rhetoric
Anti-Israel activists Cent Uygur, Hasan Piker, say visas revoked and entry banned, lashing out at Israel and UK government.
Urgent appeal to Shin Bet chief:
Urgent appeal to Shin Bet chief: MK warns of foreign meddling in elections
MK Amit Halevi urges Shin Bet chief to step up efforts to prevent foreign interference in Israeli elections.
Hamas:
Kuwaiti journalist launches scathing attack on Hamas
Kuwaiti newspaper editor blasts Hamas leadership:: 'Sinwar destroyed Gaza for money, private jets, and false promises from Iran, which was quick to abandon him.'
Meir Porush's unusual bill
MK Meir Porush proposes bill to increase punishment for those convicted of spying for Iran - using unusual legal logic. 'Certain AG's office will support the bill.'
Response to provocation:
Response to provocation | US military attacked targets in southern Iran
Pentagon confirms US fighter jets bombed radar sites and UAV command centers in southern Iran in response to the downing of a US drone.
Gadi Eisenkot’s blueprint for the anti-Netanyahu bloc
The "Yashar!" party leader proposes a formula where the largest faction automatically secures the bloc's recommendation for Prime Minister. Bennett fires back: "Eisenkot is naive."
Iran regime denies reports that Pezeshkian offered resignation
Tehran aggressively denies an opposition report claiming President Pezeshkian offered to resign.
