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Accomplice in Ramot Junction terror attack indicted

State Prosecutor’s Office files indictment against 29-year-old Jerusalem resident Nader Muhtaseb, accusing him of driving Ramot Junction terrorists in exchange for for 400 shekels,

Accomplice in Ramot Junction terror attack indicted

US-Israel deepen defense ties amid Iran threat

High-level US-Israel defense forum reviews post-war security challenges, concludes with joint visit to THAAD battery on Israeli soil.

US-Israel deepen defense ties amid Iran threat

Manchester terrorist lived near synagogue

Manchester terrorist Jihad Al-Shamie lived near the Heaton Park synagogue, worked as a private tutor, local reports reveal.

Manchester terrorist lived near synagogue

Hamas official: Hamas 'not rejecting Trump plan outright'

Mohammed Nazal, member of Hamas' political bureau, says terror group is seeking 'gray areas' in ceasefire plan, will soon announce decision.

Hamas official: Hamas 'not rejecting Trump plan outright'

Following terror attack:

Deputy Foreign Minister to visit Manchester following terror attack

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel to arrive in Manchester following deadly Yom Kippur terror attack outside British synagogue. 'Antisemitic incitement is costing human lives.'

Deputy Foreign Minister to visit Manchester following terror attack

This chapter of Psalms helped one hostage survive Hamas captivity

Released hostage Omar Shem-Tov says faith sustained him during 130 days in captivity, asks everyone to send positive energy to the remaining hostages, speak to them daily. 'I think the prayers and the energy can be felt.'

This chapter of Psalms helped one hostage survive Hamas captivity

Adrian and Melvin were murdered on Yom Kippur in Manchester

Authorities name Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, as the victims of a terror attack in Manchester, England, during the Yom Kippur fast day.

Adrian and Melvin were murdered on Yom Kippur in Manchester

IDF strikes Hezbollah fire-control site on Beaufort Ridge

IDF strikes site used to manage Hezbollah’s fire-and-defense array on the Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, hitting weapons, military structures and underground infrastructure.

IDF strikes Hezbollah fire-control site on Beaufort Ridge

Push to disarm Hezbollah

US sends $230M to Lebanese forces amid push to strip Hezbollah of arms

Trump administration approves $230M for Lebanon’s security forces as Hezbollah faces mounting pressure to disarm.

US sends $230M to Lebanese forces amid push to strip Hezbollah of arms

Manchester synagogue terror:

Manchester synagogue attacker identified as British citizen of Syrian descent

UK police name Jihad Al-Shamie, 35, as suspect in Manchester synagogue attack. He was shot dead by officers. Three others arrested on terrorism charges.

Manchester synagogue attacker identified as British citizen of Syrian descent

Channel 12 reporter:

Channel 12 reporter: Britain must do some soul-searching

Channel 12 News reporter Elad Simchayoff: Antisemitism is at an all-time high; Britain must engage in soul-searching - two Jews were murdered simply for being Jews.

Channel 12 reporter: Britain must do some soul-searching

Senior Analyst:

Senior Analyst: 'Ron Dermer deserves the Israel Prize, not delegitimization'

Senior analyst Amit Segal denounced the protests against Minister Ron Dermer, one of the key figures in the hostage negotiations, who has recently announced his resignation.

Senior Analyst: 'Ron Dermer deserves the Israel Prize, not delegitimization'

Manchester synagogue attack: Video shows suspect shot by police

Video of the scene appears to show the suspect on the ground. Watch.

Manchester synagogue attack: Video shows suspect shot by police

Hero of Manchester:

Hero of Manchester: Rabbi Daniel Walker barricaded synagogue during terror attack

Rabbi Daniel Walker was the one who blocked the synagogue door during the Manchester attack and saved the congregation inside.

Hero of Manchester: Rabbi Daniel Walker barricaded synagogue during terror attack

Terrorists fire at Gaza aid distribution center

The IDF identified several projectiles launched from the Khan Yunis area in southern Gaza, toward the aid distribution site in Rafah.

Terrorists fire at Gaza aid distribution center

Serious cyber attack against Israeli hospital on Yom Kippur

On Yom Kippur, the Ministry of Health, Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh), and the National Cyber Directorate announced that a serious cyberattack was identified and blocked.

Serious cyber attack against Israeli hospital on Yom Kippur

13-year-old killed by fall on Yom Kippur

A 13-year-old was killed after falling about three meters on Dekel Street in Eilat during Yom Kippur.

13-year-old killed by fall on Yom Kippur

Report

Report: Hamas Gaza leader opposes Trump peace plan

Izz ad-Din al-Haddad believes the 21-point plan is designed to end the rule of Hamas in Gaza and therefore the fighting must continue, the BBC reports.

Report: Hamas Gaza leader opposes Trump peace plan

UK PM Starmer:

UK PM Starmer: The terrorist attacked Jews because they were Jews

The British PM denounce the attack as horrific and contrary to British values, and pledged 'I promise that I will do everything in my power to guarantee you the security you deserve.'

UK PM Starmer: The terrorist attacked Jews because they were Jews

Officer seriously injured

Officer seriously injured: Terrorist infiltrates IDF outpost in Gaza

A terrorist infiltrated a forward IDF outpost on Yom Kippur in the perimeter area of central Gaza and was killed in a firefight with soldiers.

Officer seriously injured: Terrorist infiltrates IDF outpost in Gaza

MDA treats 3,022 people across Israel during Yom Kippur fast

MDA medics and paramedics were dispatched to provide medical treatment to 3,022 people across the country, of whom 2,165 people were evacuated for further treatment in hospitals.

MDA treats 3,022 people across Israel during Yom Kippur fast

President Herzog consoles UK community after deadly attack

The President called the leader of the UK Jewish community suffered a deadly attack during Yom Kippur to offer his condolences and support.

President Herzog consoles UK community after deadly attack

UK Police:

UK Police: Bravery of worshippers saved lives

Watch: UK Police give update on the Manchester synagogue attack in Crumpsall.

UK Police: Bravery of worshippers saved lives

Yom Kippur bloodshed

Yom Kippur bloodshed: 2 Jews murdered in attack on Manchester synagogue

A terrorist ran over a group of people in Manchester, England, on Yom Kippur and began stabbing - then tried to break into the synagogue.

Yom Kippur bloodshed: 2 Jews murdered in attack on Manchester synagogue

Gmar Chatima Tova from Israel National News!

Arutz Sheva-Israel National News wishes our readers a meaningful fast. News coverage ends this evening, resumes tomorrow evening.

Gmar Chatima Tova from Israel National News!

Captivity survivor Keith Siegel:

Captivity survivor Keith Siegel: I want people to know the atrocities

Held hostage by Hamas for 484 days, Keith Siegel now fights for those still captive. In an interview with WCCO Minnesota, he says: “I’m alive. I’m standing. It’s proof that it can be done.”

Captivity survivor Keith Siegel: I want people to know the atrocities

After attack on Dutch ship

Netherlands demands EU sanctions on Houthis after missile strike on Dutch ship

Following a Houthi missile strike on Dutch ship Minervagracht, the Netherlands urges EU to label the Iran-backed group a terrorist entity.

Netherlands demands EU sanctions on Houthis after missile strike on Dutch ship

Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza flotilla, arrests activists

Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla. Greta Thunberg among activists detained, operation expected to go on through Yom Kippur.

Israeli Navy intercepts Gaza flotilla, arrests activists

Rocket fire disrupts Yom Kippur silence in Ashdod

Sirens pierce Yom Kippur night in Ashdod as Hamas fires five rockets from Gaza. Four intercepted, one lands in open terrain. No injuries reported.

Rocket fire disrupts Yom Kippur silence in Ashdod

Landmark conviction:

Canadian man jailed in landmark Holocaust denial conviction

Resident of North Bay, Ontario, sentenced to nine months in jail - the first Canadian conviction for Holocaust denial - after posting dozens of antisemitic videos and inciting hate against Jews online.

Canadian man jailed in landmark Holocaust denial conviction

Gmar Chatima Tova from Israel!

Gmar Chatima Tova from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Yom Kippur about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until Yom Kippur begins in New York.

Gmar Chatima Tova from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Greece, Italy urge Gaza flotilla to halt

Greece and Italy urged the Global Sumud Flotilla to halt its Gaza mission, backing US President Trump’s peace initiative and calling for safe, coordinated delivery of aid.

Greece, Italy urge Gaza flotilla to halt

Report

Report: Israel's strike in Doha sowed seeds of Trump's Gaza peace plan

Israeli journalist Barak Ravid reports that Trump advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were horrified by the strike in Qatar, but saw an opportunity that became the 20-point Gaza peace plan.

Report: Israel's strike in Doha sowed seeds of Trump's Gaza peace plan

Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing

Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing: "Whoever makes sure that babies do not lack food, Hashem will make sure that he will not lack in the coming year!"

Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing

Israel Dog Unit holds special needs exhbition ahead of Yom Kippur

On Tuesday, the Israel Dog Unit (IDU), a nonprofit specializing in working dogs, organized a heartfelt event for children with special needs in advance of Yom Kippur.

Israel Dog Unit holds special needs exhbition ahead of Yom Kippur

Following Israeli strikes:

Following Israeli strikes: Trump signed historic security guarantee for Qatar

Trump granted Qatar an unprecedented U.S. security guarantee, including a military response in the event of an attack.

Following Israeli strikes: Trump signed historic security guarantee for Qatar

Ashdod Rabbis warn against ritual immersion without a lifeguard

The Religious Council in Ashdod issued an urgent warning this morning to the public who customarily immerse in the sea before Yom Kippur, not to do so after the lifeguards leave.

Ashdod Rabbis warn against ritual immersion without a lifeguard

Soldiers refused to drive in unprotected vehicle, sent to prison

Four Nahal fighters were sentenced to ten days in prison after refusing to drive an unprotected Hummer on a dangerous route in Gaza in broad daylight, 'We were going to be like ducks in a shooting range.'

Soldiers refused to drive in unprotected vehicle, sent to prison

IDF commanders warn: 'Do not withdraw from Gaza'

During a tour of the Gaza Division, IDF commanders opposed a military withdrawal from Gaza, as part of the Trump plan, and warned of a threat to the surrounding communities.

IDF commanders warn: 'Do not withdraw from Gaza'

Released hostage:

Released hostage Eliya Cohen, 'Every day as a hostage was a never-ending Yom Kippur'

Elie Cohen, who was released from Hamas captivity after 505 days, talks about Yom Kippur, the mental anguish he endured as a hostage, and the hope for the return of all the hostages who remain in Gaza.

Released hostage Eliya Cohen, 'Every day as a hostage was a never-ending Yom Kippur'