Finance Ministry proposes: No school on Fridays
Finance Ministry proposes plan to shorten school week and summer vacation; Teachers Union expected to oppose.
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Watch: IDF destroys weapons storehouse in southern Syria
IDF troops successfully complete overnight operation in southern Syria, seizing weapons and dismantling a weapons storage facility used by the Jamaa Islamiya terrorist organization.
Singer Benny Friedman reveals: I have an autistic son
Benny Friedman shares inspiring message about his son with autism, emphasizing the power of early intervention and unwavering dedication and praising his wife for 'legendary' patience.
Unvaccinated children removed from kindergartens
The Health Ministry has ordered six children not vaccinated against measles removed from their kindergartens as part of a fight against a significant measles outbreak in various parts of Israel.
Amid US military buildup
Iran’s Khamenei urges unity to defeat enemy amid US military buildup
As the US increases its military presence in the Gulf, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei urges his people to unite.
Leaders urge calm
27 arrested in Sydney during protests against Herzog’s visit, leaders urge calm
Violence erupts in Sydney during protests against President Herzog’s visit, with 27 arrests and clashes between police and demonstrators. Australian leaders urge peaceful protests.
International outcry over Israel's new Judea and Samaria measures
Britain, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and the EU condemn Israel’s decision to expand control over Judea and Samaria, calling it a violation of international law.
'Night Meeting' affair
'Night Meeting' affair: Tzachi Braverman summoned for suspension hearing
Tzachi Braverman, Netanyahu’s Chief of Staff, summoned for a suspension hearing by the Civil Service Commission. If suspended, he will not be able to serve as Israel's Ambassador in London.
New satellite footage:
New satellite footage shows Iran taking steps to protect Isfahan nuclear site
New high-resolution satellite imagery published by Institute for Science and International Security reveals Iran's efforts to protect Isfahan nuclear complex by covering tunnel entrances with soil.
Ex-hostage comes full circle
Captivity survivor comes full circle | Alon Ohel takes the stage and moves the audience
Idan Amedi, Shlomi Shaban, and other artists participate in a special tribute show "Alon Ohel Plays Life." Artists moved to perform alongside the captivity survivor.
Former Ambassador Mike Herzog’s Telegram account hacked
Anonymous individuals take control of the Telegram account of the former Ambassador to Washington, sending "phishing" messages to contacts and officials. Herzog: "I’m addressing this with the relevant professionals."
First foreign force in Gaza - from Indonesia
Thousands of soldiers from Indonesia are expected to be deployed in the southern Gaza Strip, between Rafah and Khan Younis, within weeks, despite the country having no diplomatic relations with Israel.
From cancer to alzheimer's: A breakthrough development
For the first time, a method developed for treating blood cancer is being applied to Alzheimer's disease in mice, reducing protein deposits and inflammation in the brain.
ISA Director:
ISA Director: Rafah crossing using 'Palestine' stamp despite PMO denial
ISA chief David Zini confirmed that Gazans passing through the crossing are receiving a stamp from the PA despite Prime Minister Netanyahu's insistence that the PA will have no part in managing Gaza.
Alexandroni Brigade Dep Com
Alexandroni Brigade Dep Com: 'No tunnels crossing into Israeli territory'
Lieutenant Colonel M. reveals the technological detection capabilities that have prevented underground infiltrations into communities near the Gaza border.
Council member brings chainsaw to brawl
A man who was documented bringing a chainsaw to a large brawl near a construction site in Ofakim was arrested. According to the police, the man is a council member from Arara in the Negev.
Dr. Shmuel Katz:
Dr. Shmuel Katz: 'Iran's ideology makes diplomacy the biggest risk'
Dr. Shmuel Katz explains how Iran’s leadership will use negotiations to buy time, spread influence through proxies, and threaten global stability unless its ideology is confronted head-on.
IDF reduces reserves recruitment scope
The IDF reveals failures in manpower management over the last two years and admits: "We recruited thousands of reservists unnecessarily."
Journalist arrested on suspicion of contact with Iranian agent
The police arrested an independent journalist on suspicion of photographing for foreign intelligence agents. His lawyer stated, "He was the one who approached the police, and they are trying to turn a complainant into a suspect."
IDF apologizes to haredi draft dodger: "An exceptional case"
The IDF issued an apology to a haredi draft dodger who was arrested and prevented from wearing tefillin for several hours.
Lapid demands probe, claims Netanyahu forged documents
Yair Lapid that Netanyahu forged a security document from a discussion held several days before the October 7th massacre, and demanded that an investigation be opened.
After arrest of draft dodgers
Haredi protesters block Highway 4 after arrest of draft dodgers
Hundreds of disorderly demonstrators blocked Highway 4 in the area between the Alluf to Sdeh interchange and the Em HaMoshavot interchange. The police on the scene and clashed with the protesters
Rabbis and bereaved families back haredi draft law
Senior rabbis and representatives of bereaved families published a public letter today calling for unity in the nation and warning against incitement between the haredi and national-religious communities.
Indictment filed against two brothers for ties with Iranian intelligence
The brothers, residents of the Jerusalem area in their 20s, for security offenses related to their connections with Iranian intelligence operatives.
Serious suspicions against senior security officials
New security affair examines potential misuse of classified information, involvement of senior security officials.
Parents urged: Cease using these car seats immediately
Two brands of safety seats were imported as strollers and marketed as infant car seats, Economy and Transportation ministries warn.
Watch: Wave of nighttime arrests in Judea and Samaria
In overnight operations, IDF and ISA forces arrest over 20 terrorists, thwarting terror attack on Israeli civilians and soldiers.
Daycare assistant charged with severe child abuse
Court charges daycare assistant Shelly Sheinker with over 30 counts of assault for harming infants and young toddlers.
IDF eliminates Hezbollah artillery commander
IDF announced elimination of terrorist Ahmad Ali Salami, Hezbollah’s head of artillery in the Yanouh area, stressing steps were taken to minimize civilian harm.
Haredi rabbi: Ashkenazic haredim are racists
Son-in-law of late Sephardic Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef answers query on inter-ethnic marriage in haredi community.
Watch: Yisrael Beytenu MK blocks aid trucks from reaching Hamas
Less than an hour after Gaza terrorists open fire at IDF soldiers in violation of ceasefire, Israeli demonstrators block humanitarian aid trucks, demand end to fuel for Hamas.
Major fraud:
Seven detained for allegedly defrauding state war-relief funds
Authorities detain seven over alleged scam targeting state aid emergency grants for war-affected communities.
Unexploded bombs found at Iranian nuclear facility
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says IAEA must reach agreement with his country on protocols for visits to nuclear sites struck by US.
Summer weather expected to continue
Light rainfall expected as warm temperatures predicted to continue.
Unusual incident at Ichilov
Ichilov Hospital evacuates 'Rishonim' building due to concerns of damaged infrastructure.
Watch:
Watch: Drugs hidden in grave
Police investigation uncovers appalling modus operandi: three suspects arrested after hiding about 600 grams of cocaine and hundreds of MDMA pills inside a grave.
Blatant ceasefire violation:
Blatant ceasefire violation: Four terrorists fire at IDF soldiers in Rafah
In yet another blatant violation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, four terrorists fire at IDF troops operating in the Rafah area.
Six daycare staff arrested
Six staffers at Beit Aryeh daycare arrested on suspicion of abuse.
Unusual nighttime operation in Lebanon
IDF conducts unusual nighttime raid in Lebanon, arresting terrorist.
Khaled Masha'al's Freudian slip
Senior Hamas leader Khaled Masha'al slips up at Al Jazeera conference in Qatar, forcing host to correct him.
