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Classified docs leak

Classified docs leak: Hostage families demand to be included in prosecution

The Hostage Families Headquarters is requesting to be a party in the legal proceedings against PM advisor Jonatan Urich in the Classified Documents" affair, where classified material was allegedly leaked to a German newspaper.

Classified docs leak: Hostage families demand to be included in prosecution

Footage from northern Gaza:

Footage from northern Gaza: IDF destroys terror tunnel 18 meters underground

IDF troops eliminate RPG cell, dismantle terror tunnel and weapons sites in northern Gaza as operations continue to protect Israeli civilians, says military.

Footage from northern Gaza: IDF destroys terror tunnel 18 meters underground

Watch:

Watch: IDF eliminates Radwan Force naval commander

Hassan Ahmad Sabra, a Naval Commander in Hezbollah’s Radwan Force, an another Hezbollah terrorist involved in attempts to reestablish terror infrastructure, were eliminated in IDF strikes.

Watch: IDF eliminates Radwan Force naval commander

Netanyahu on Syria strikes:

Netanyahu on Syria strikes: The regime crossed red lines - and we hit hard

The Prime Minister made clear Israel will not allow Syrian forces south of Damascus, will protect Druze community; ceasefire achieved through strength, not concessions

Netanyahu on Syria strikes: The regime crossed red lines - and we hit hard

IDF reveals:

IDF reveals: This is what Hamas's Gaza commander looks like today

IDF Arabic Language Spokesman publishes updated photo of the commander of Hamas's Gaza Brigade.

IDF reveals: This is what Hamas's Gaza commander looks like today

IDF soldier charged with passing info to Iranian agents for money

An indictment was filed against an IDF soldier for contact with a foreign agent and passing information to the enemy, after he had contact with Iranian agents.

IDF soldier charged with passing info to Iranian agents for money

First of its kind:

First of its kind: New community to connect Gush Etzion and Jerusalem

Gush Etzion Regional Council Chairman Yaron Rosental signed a planning contract for the creation of the new community of Bar Kochba, which will link the region with the capital.

First of its kind: New community to connect Gush Etzion and Jerusalem

Watch:

Watch: IDF destroys homes of terrorists in Qabatiya after deadly attacks

IDF forces demolished the homes of three terrorists involved in fatal shooting attacks, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens and combat terrorism.

Watch: IDF destroys homes of terrorists in Qabatiya after deadly attacks

Ashdod:

Ashdod: Haredi woman fights off two thieves

A 30-year-old Haredi woman was attacked in Ashdod by two young cyclists but managed to stop them and get her purse back.

Ashdod: Haredi woman fights off two thieves

Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber: Act immediately to stop massacre of Druze

In a powerful statement, Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber condemns brutal massacre of Druze civilians in Syria, urging Israel and global leaders to act immediately to prevent further violence.

Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber: Act immediately to stop massacre of Druze

Teacher arrested for spying for Iran

The ISA and the Israel Police have recently arrested an Israeli citizen, a teacher residing in the Negev, on suspicion of carrying out security missions for Iran.

Teacher arrested for spying for Iran

Health Ministry warns: Extreme heat wave expected over weekend

Health Ministry warns of heavy to extreme heat across Israel, urges public to avoid the sun, stay hydrated, and remain in air-conditioned spaces.

Health Ministry warns: Extreme heat wave expected over weekend

French court releases terrorist who helped murder Mossad agent

A court in France ordered on Thursday the release from prison of Lebanese terrorist Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, after serving almost 40 years in prison.

French court releases terrorist who helped murder Mossad agent

Revealed:

Revealed: How the secrets of the Byzantine Negev wine economy were deciphered

New research from University of Haifa identifies the conditions conditions which allowed vineyards to flourish in the desert, and what caused the collapse of agriculture during drought years.

Revealed: How the secrets of the Byzantine Negev wine economy were deciphered

Deputy Knesset Speaker:

Deputy Knesset Speaker: Biometric attendance requirements are absurd

MK Hanoch Milwidsky of the Likud stated that some of MK Yuli Edelstein's demands in the draft law have been unreasonable.

Deputy Knesset Speaker: Biometric attendance requirements are absurd

13 complaints filed against Haim Rotter, including from US

Complainant from US files complaint, together with FBI, against sex abuse suspect Haim Rotter, chairman of Hashomrim organization.

13 complaints filed against Haim Rotter, including from US

Piers Morgan attacks Daniella Weiss

British television host Piers Morgan launched a verbal assault on Daniella Weiss, leader of the Nachala movement, during a contentious interview focused on the war in Gaza.

Piers Morgan attacks Daniella Weiss

Moshe Gafni avoids question on haredi draft

MK Moshe Gafni dodges question on whether haredim not studying Torah should be drafted into the IDF, emphasizes United Torah Judaism will return to coalition only with agreed-upon Draft Law.

Moshe Gafni avoids question on haredi draft

Israel Dog Unit holds special needs exhibition in Kiryat Malachi

Held at Ben Gurion Park in Kiryat Malachi, the event featured a live dog show where trained handlers showcased the impressive skills and capabilities of their service dogs.

Israel Dog Unit holds special needs exhibition in Kiryat Malachi

Stolen military digger found in Huwara

Border Police officers returning from the Syria border noticed a suspicious digger in Huwara. Upon inspection, it was determined that the digger belonged to the IDF and had been stolen from a gathering area near Gaza.

Stolen military digger found in Huwara

Ron Dermer

Ron Dermer: Resume fighting after ceasefire? This is the reality

Minister Dermer sits down with podcast host Dan Senor and explains why the argument that Israel could return to fighting Hamas after a ceasefire is problematic, and how Israel could pay a heavy price for it.

Ron Dermer: Resume fighting after ceasefire? This is the reality

Forest fire rages in the Jerusalem mountains

Dozens of firefighting teams are working to prevent the fire from spreading towards nearby roads and towns.

Forest fire rages in the Jerusalem mountains

After haredi parties quit gov't:

Netanyahu facing demands to appoint new ministers after haredi parties quit gov't

Following Shas and United Torah Judaism's withdrawal from the government, Likud ministers are requesting upgraded roles, other coalition partners are requesting the evacuated positions.

Netanyahu facing demands to appoint new ministers after haredi parties quit gov't

Anti-Israel protester arrested at Tour de France

Anti-Israel protester arrested at the Tour de France after disrupting the 11th stage in Toulouse.

Anti-Israel protester arrested at Tour de France

Khamenei claims:

Khamenei claims: Israeli strikes aimed to undermine Iranian system, spark unrest

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei charges that Israel's June offensive sought to "weaken the system" and incite internal unrest for regime overthrow.

Khamenei claims: Israeli strikes aimed to undermine Iranian system, spark unrest

Report:

Report: Hamas agrees to new withdrawal map proposed by Israel

Egyptian report: Hamas has agreed to a new withdrawal map presented by Israel, which includes a withdrawal from the Morag Corridor and limited IDF deployment. Negotiations expected to focus on framework for releasing hostages.

Report: Hamas agrees to new withdrawal map proposed by Israel

Syrian President charges:

Syrian President charges: Israel seeks to turn Syria into a zone of anarchy

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa accuses Israel of attempting to undermine Syria’s stability, drag it into internal conflict, and divide the country.

Syrian President charges: Israel seeks to turn Syria into a zone of anarchy

Source:

Source: International summit on Palestinian state to take place in September

International envoys will discuss a two-state solution at the UN this month, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, setting the stage for a September leaders' summit.

Source: International summit on Palestinian state to take place in September

TheMarker editor admits error: We were wrong

Speaking at an economic conference in Tel Aviv, TheMarker magazine’s editor - part of the Haaretz group - acknowledges that the grim forecasts following October 7 failed to materialize.

TheMarker editor admits error: We were wrong

Poll:

Poll: Likud leads, but Eisenkot-Bennett alliance shifts the landscape

A Channel 12 News poll shows Likud leading with 27 seats, followed by Bennett with 23. However, if Gadi Eisenkot joins Bennett, their slate becomes the largest party in Israel.

Poll: Likud leads, but Eisenkot-Bennett alliance shifts the landscape

Hostage deal talks

Hostage deal negotiations | Report: Israel drops demand for IDF presence in Morag Corridor

Sources say Israel has removed its demand for IDF control over the Morag Corridor, with mediators suggesting the move may bring a deal closer.

Hostage deal negotiations | Report: Israel drops demand for IDF presence in Morag Corridor

Jerusalem:

Minister Meir Porush orders expropriation of properties in Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter

Minister Meir Porush instructs expropriation of properties on Hashalshelet Street in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem, in line with post-Six-Day War plans.

Minister Meir Porush orders expropriation of properties in Jerusalem's Jewish Quarter

Haskel:

Haskel: If my family were butchered, I'd cross borders to defend them

Deputy FM Sharen Haskel vows Israel will protect Druze civilians amid Syrian attacks, slamming the international community for its silence on brutal minority massacres.

Haskel: If my family were butchered, I'd cross borders to defend them

BBC Head of News insists Hamas political wing not a terror group

Deborah Turness told staff there is a distinction between Hamas's civilian government and military wing, drawing criticism amid ongoing fallout over Gaza documentary.

BBC Head of News insists Hamas political wing not a terror group

Rubio: We've reached agreements to end clashes in Syria tonight

'We have agreed on specific steps that will bring this troubling and horrifying situation to an end tonight,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says.

Rubio: We've reached agreements to end clashes in Syria tonight

Sirens in Dead Sea, Negev after missile launch from Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen towards Israel successfully intercepted.

Sirens in Dead Sea, Negev after missile launch from Yemen

Thousands of Druze, including Knesset Members, cross into Syria

Thousands of Druze civilians crossed from Israel into Syrian territory in an attempt to assist their brethren who are under attack by Syrian regime forces.

Thousands of Druze, including Knesset Members, cross into Syria

Bahraini Crown Prince:

Bahraini Crown Prince: Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

In White House talks, President Trump and Bahrain’s Crown Prince discuss reduced regional tensions and Iran's nuclear ambitions.

Bahraini Crown Prince: Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: 'We have a moral obligation to help the Druze'

Tzfat Chief Rabbi notes the Druze community's longstanding contributions to the state in addition to the principle that all humans are created in the image of God in call to defend the Syrian Druze.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: 'We have a moral obligation to help the Druze'

President Herzog:

President Herzog: Israel will not stand idly by amid threats from Syria

President reaffirms security commitments amid Syrian tensions and calls for calm and lawful conduct.

President Herzog: Israel will not stand idly by amid threats from Syria