Popular Israeli singer Matti Caspi dies at 76
The Ichilov Medical Center announced that singer Matti Caspi, 76, has passed away after a difficult battle with cancer.
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Ben Gvir
Ben Gvir: 'Netanyahu is doing an excellent job with Iran'
National Security Minister says PM will 'bring achievements' in meeting with President Trump this week.
Over constitution
Italy rules out joining Trump’s Board of Peace over constitution
Italy will not join President Trump’s Board of Peace, with Foreign Minister Tajani saying constitutional limits make participation impossible despite Rome’s close ties with Washington.
Omri Ronen, leader of 'Brothers in Arms,' running for Knesset
Reserve Captain Omri Ronen announces his entry into politics, saying that everyone who held office on October 7 should step down.
Graham:
Graham: Open to Iran deal, but Congress must approve
Sen. Lindsey Graham says any US-Iran agreement must meet national security needs and be submitted to Congress, noting Iran’s track record makes any deal difficult to advance.
Washington Post publisher steps down after sweeping layoffs
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis announces he is stepping down days after the paper announced layoffs of one-third of its staff.
Iran FM:
Iran FM: Oman talks a good start, Iran missile program not negotiable
Iran’s Foreign Minister says talks with the US will resume soon, warns US bases could be targeted if Iran is attacked.
Trump envoys visit aircraft carrier
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner board the USS Abraham Lincoln following their talks with Iran in Oman, which the President described as “very good."
Gallant: Our Prime Minister is a liar
Former Defense Minister attacks Netanyahu in an extensive interview on Channel 12 News. The Prime Minister’s associates respond: “Lies by Gallant."
As Winter Olympics begin:
As Winter Olympics begin: Suspected sabotage disrupts northern Italy train lines
Italian authorities probing suspected sabotage on northern rail lines after major delays as the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics opened.
IDF eliminates approaching terrorists
IDF troops operating in both the southern and northern Gaza Strip identify, eliminate terrorists who crossed the Yellow Line, posing an immediate threat.
Two injured en route to Uman
Two haredi youths injured in road accident en route to Uman, Ukraine.
Former ISA Official:
Former ISA Official: Netanyahu vetoed killing Sinwar
Ilan Segev, a former senior ISA official, claims that as early as 2018 there was a rare and precise opportunity to eliminate Yahya Sinwar together with Saleh al-Arouri - and that Netanyahu refused to approve the attack.
IDF eliminates October 7 terrorist
October 7 terrorist nears IDF forces in Gaza, is eliminated.
Hamas reveals: Hostages were held meters from IDF troops
Saudi newspaper reports on Hamas efforts to preserve both living and deceased hostages.
Terrorist attacks female soldier in Jordan Valley
Terrorist frees himself from handcuffs, attacks female IDF soldier at military base.
Israel selects its song for Eurovision
After listening to roughly 200 submissions, Kan’s selection committee chooses a song written by Yuval Raphael, Nadav Aharoni, and Tzlil Klifi. The selected entry will be performed by Noam Bettan.
Siren in Karmei Tzur
Siren in Karmei Tzur: IDF hunts suspected infiltrators near community fence
Siren sounds in Karmei Tzur after two suspects seen near the community fence. Residents ordered into protected spaces as IDF forces search the area and reinforce security.
US sanctions Iran’s oil network as officials meet in Oman
US sanctions 15 entities and 14 vessels tied to Iran’s oil network as officials meet in Oman for rare talks.
Benghazi attack suspect transferred to US to face murder charges
Benghazi attack suspect Zubayr al-Bakoush transferred to the US to face charges tied to 2012 attack that killed four Americans.
Ceasefire violated again:
Ceasefire violated again: IDF eliminates terrorist near Yellow Line
IDF troops eliminate a terrorist who approached forces near the Yellow Line and strike Hamas sites after ceasefire violations, stressing they will act against any immediate threat.
Report:
Iran willing to cede nuclear program, but not ballistic missiles, report says
CENTCOM chief's presence at US-Iran talks intended to increase pressure, but Iran will not retreat, media outlet Nournews stresses.
Daring assassination attempt deep in Russia
Russian deputy intelligence chief shot Friday morning in Moscow; investigations underway.
Haze and rain expected over weekend
High temperatures and haze expected, and where will there be rain?
Father of Manchester terrorist praises Hitler
Father of terrorist Jihad al-Shamie, who murdered two Jews on Yom Kippur in Manchester, England, posts antisemitism, incitement, and praise for Hitler.
Ramat Gan: 10 injured after bus drives into store, one critical
Bus loses control, rams into store, injuring 10; woman extracted from beneath wheels in critical condition.
Infant formula recall expanded to additional batches
Health Ministry, Teva, announce expansion of voluntary recall of specific batches of Nutrilon Stage 1 and Nutrilon AR infant formulas.
Indictment filed against suspect who assaulted rabbi
Watch: Suspect attacks, stabs, Beit She'an rabbi, is indicted.
New poll reveals: No coalition without defectors or Arabs
No major changes in political map, and no easy path to coalition, new poll reveals.
Unanimous vote
Florida city approves IHRA antisemitism definition in unanimous vote
Parkland, Florida, unanimously adopts the IHRA definition of antisemitism, with Jewish residents urging action.
UK Conservatives push for retrial of Palestine Action activists
Tories urge a retrial after six Palestine Action activists were acquitted in a raid on an Elbit factory.
Call for global support
Anti-Israel activists plan 100‑boat flotilla to Gaza, call for global support
Organizers plan a 100‑boat flotilla to Gaza in March, calling it the largest civilian effort yet and urging the world to stop Israeli interception.
Yariv Levin to Gali Baharav‑Miara: Your claims are false
Justice Minister Yariv Levin responds to the Attorney General’s accusations that he is deliberately delaying judicial appointments and rejects them outright.
After ceasefire violation
IDF strikes terror infrastructure in the Gaza Strip following ceasefire violation
IDF strikes terror infrastructure in the Gaza Strip, in response to a violation of the ceasefire agreement in which terrorists fired shots toward IDF troops operating in the area of the Yellow Line.
For the 'likes'
For the 'likes': Arab teens arrested after desecrating Israeli flag
Officers locate and arrest two minors who tore down and desecrated a flag near Jaffa Gate and filmed the act for social media.
Watch
Watch: Kangaroo stolen from Beit She’an found in Tel Aviv apartment
Yasam officers raid an apartment in north Tel Aviv and locate a baby kangaroo and other exotic animals; 63-year-old suspect arrested.
Poll
Poll: Party led by Ofer Winter falls below electoral threshold
According to the data, a party led by Ofer Winter does not pass the electoral threshold and mainly harms the Religious Zionism party.
IDF arrests civilians who crossed the fence into Gaza
IDF spokesperson reports that military forces arrested a number of Israeli civilians who crossed the fence into Gaza and returned them safely.
Watch:
Watch: YAMAM raids and arrests a protection gang
A wide-ranging nighttime operation by the Northern District special forces raided targets in Jenin and villages in northern Israel to arrest five suspects who extorted a businessman.
19 years later
19 years later: Terrorist who murdered David Rubin and Ahikam Amihai sentenced
The military court sentenced Ali Dandis, who murdered IDF soldiers in 2007, to three life sentences and awarded unprecedented compensation to the families of the victims.
