New trial ordered
Federal court overturns Etan Patz murder conviction, orders new trial
Federal court overturns the conviction in the Etan Patz case, citing judicial error. Pedro Hernandez, sentenced in 2017, must be retried or released.
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Trump orders release of over 230,000 files on MLK assassination
President Trump orders the release of over 230,000 documents related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. King’s children urge the public to engage respectfully.
Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report
President Trump calls on CNN to apologize after Iran’s foreign minister admitted US airstrikes caused “very severe” damage to its nuclear sites - contradicting CNN’s report that strikes had minimal impact.
Was a deal offered to Edelstein? Coalition denies
Political sources claim Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman MK Yuli Edelstein was offered to remain in his role while the Draft Law would be transferred elsewhere - but he refused. Coalition officials reject the report: "That’s a lie."
Herzog to Jewish delegation:
Herzog to US Jewish delegation: We must scream for a deal
President Herzog hosts a US Jewish delegation alongside hostage Alon Ohel’s family, urging intensified global efforts to secure the release of 50 Israelis held by Hamas. Alon’s mother: “All of Israel feels like we’ve been taken hostage.”
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, star of 'The Cosby Show,' passes away at 54
Actor, director, and Grammy-winning poet drowns while vacationing in Costa Rica.
'Thousands to the enemy'
'Thousands to the enemy' | Dramatic investigation into political party tied NGOs revealed
Shin Bet, police, and tax authorities investigate United Arab List-linked NGOs Igatha 48 and al-Aqsa over suspected Hamas ties and financial misconduct.
Police
Police: Claims Israelis set fire to Taybeh church completely false
The police investigation into accusations Jewish extremists committed arson at the archaeological site of the Church of Saint George were false and 'mislead the public.'
Staff Sergeant Amit Cohen fell in action in Gaza
In the incident in which Staff Sergeant Amit Cohen fell, an officer in the 13th Battalion, Golani Brigade, was severely injured.
UK, allies urge immediate Gaza ceasefire, criticize Israeli policy
Joint declaration by UK, EU official, and 25 nations denounces humanitarian conditions in Gaza, criticizes Israeli policy, and urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release.
Friedman to Arutz Sheva:
Friedman to Arutz Sheva: Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off
Former US Ambassador David Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take the lead on sovereignty, praises Trump’s bold stance on Iran, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.
Political source
Political source: 'No more compromises from Israel, Hamas must accept deal'
The mediators are trying to put pressure on Hamas to respond to the offer currently on the table, but so far without success.
Huckabee:
Huckabee: Issue of visas for US Evangelicals resolved
US Ambassador to Israel announces that following meetings with Netanyahu, the issue of the recent bureacratic hurdles preventing Evangelical groups from obtaining visas to Israel has been resolved.
Likud MKs call for sovereignty
Likud MKs call for sovereignty: Between the Sea and the Jordan there will be only 1 State
Ministers and Knesset members from the Likud held a special conference today in the Knesset to promote full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.
Violence during evacuation of Givat Tzur Harel
Border Police forces demolished five buildings at the site and clashed with settlers. A Border Police officer was filmed pulling the hair of a teenager.
Following arrest of Israelis:
Following arrest of Israelis: EJA condemns Belgium's "distorted and flawed moral compass"
European Jewish Association criticizes investigation as politically driven, warning it legitimizes extremists and undermines democratic values.
Alleged anti-Israel arsonist arrested for torching NYPD vehicles
Suspect turns himself in a month after setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles. The suspect is also accused of damaging a statue while attending an anti-Israel protest at Columbia.
George Pataki
George Pataki: 'Top NY Dems hiding in weeds' on Zohran Mamdani
Former NY Governor demands Sen. Schumer, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, and Gov. Hochul demonstrate leadership by stating whether or not they support 'antisemite Marxist' mayoral candidate.
Dangerous precedent:
Dangerous precedent: Two Israelis arrested in Belgium for 'war crimes'
Two Israelis, including an IDF soldier, attending Tomorrowland were briefly detained by Belgian police after a legal group accused them of war crimes in Gaza; both were released and left the country.
String of accidents:
10 injured after bus overturns in Judean Desert
Man, 20, moderately injured after minibus overturns in the Judean Desert; nine others sustain light injuries.
Historic achievement for Israel's mathematics team
Israel’s math team makes history at International Olympiad, with 4 golds, a medal for each team member, and a 6th-place global finish - the team's best result since 1979.
Likud to vote on removing Yuli Edelstein from key committee
Likud MKs Hanoch Milwidsky and Nissaim Vaturi challenge Yuli Edelstein's leadership of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, ahead of faction vote set for Wednesday.
Shas opposes Haim Katz taking over ministries
Following the resignation of its ministers, Shas resists transferring the vacated portfolios to Likud's Haim Katz; various other Likud ministers under consideration.
Jerusalem: Haredi mother drives out intruder
Foreigner enters unlocked apartment in Neve Yaakov, mother manages to drive him out unharmed.
Haredi reservists complain:
Haredi reservists complain: We were rejected from course for IDF Rabbinate
Several haredi IDF soldiers, including Chabad hasidim, say they were denied entry to the Military Rabbinate Course due to bias; IDF denies allegations.
Burning questions:
Burning questions: What really happened at Taybeh’s Church?
Investigation finds key inconsistencies in claims that radical Israelis torched a 1,500-year-old church in Taybeh, uncovering evidence of Jewish residents trying to extinguish the fire and raising doubts about political motives.
Hostage's uncle to MK:
Uncle of hostage to MK Edelstein: 'Stop the dangerous deal for ten hostages'
Shimon Or, uncle of kidnapped soldier Avinatan Or, urges MK Yuli Edelstein to block a partial hostage deal, warning it could endanger many IDF soldiers. “This deal is more dangerous than the war itself,” he says.
Key Houthi port:
Engineering equipment, fuel tanks, and vessels: IDF strikes key Houthi port
IDF strikes military targets at Houthi-controlled Hudaydah port after identifying efforts to restore infrastructure used for attacks on Israel, maritime terrorism.
Outcry after driver with 31 traffic offenses sentenced to community service
Despite history of 31 traffic offenses, driver who ran red light, seriously injuring elderly woman, sentenced only to community service and will not sit a day in prison.
Soldier fell in battle, did not take his own life - Tzadok's family wants to refute rumors
Relatives of IDF soldier Avraham Tzadok, a gifted Torah scholar and decorated combat medic, reject media claims of suicide, insisting he was killed in action. "He was full of life and love—this was a battlefield death," says his uncle, Rabbi David Tzadok.
Minister Strock:
Minister Strock: 'Expand combat operations even in areas with hostages'
Minister Orit Strock says Israel cannot win the war while avoiding areas where hostages are held, calling for decisive action in all parts of Gaza; Hostages Forum accuses her of “sacrificing values and lives.”
Avner Netanyahu's new job
Avner Netanyahu, son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, been appointed to senior position at the venture capital firm, will join its new defense initiative.
Combat reservist deployment to be reduced by 30%
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders phased withdrawal of reserve forces from combat zones, with regular units to replace them in Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and along the northern border.
Targeted elimination:
Senior Hamas commander in Beit Hanoun eliminated in targeted IDF strike
Top Hamas terrorist behind rocket fire on southern Israel, deadly attacks on IDF forces, is eliminated in precision strike after surviving a previous assassination attempt.
No name tags:
Prison holding the most vicious Hamas terrorists
Dozens of the most brutal Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists are held under tight security protocols in a heavily secured underground facility within Ayalon Prison.
Chief of Staff Zamir visits Gaza, meets son among combat forces
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir conducts field tour in northern Gaza, meeting his son, Maj. A., serving on the front lines.
Take control of Gaza:
Chief of Staff suggests new combat plan for Gaza, backed by key ministers
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir's new combat plan proposes broader control over areas of Gaza if there is a further delay in negotiations for the release of the hostages.
Iran and Russia to launch joint naval drill in Caspian Sea
Iran and Russia to launch a joint three-day naval drill in the Caspian Sea, involving their naval forces, the IRGC, and police units. The exercise aims to bolster regional maritime security.
After church hit
Pope slams Gaza 'barbarity' after church hit, urges respect for humanitarian law
Pope Leo XIV condemns the "barbarity" in Gaza and urges an end to "indiscriminate use of force" following a deadly strike on a Catholic church.
Due to illness:
Due to illness: Netanyahu requests to cancel testimony, prosecution consents
Prime Minister diagnosed with intestinal infection, receives hospital treatment, and requests to cancel testimony scheduled for this week.
