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Watch: Police arrest the 'Shooting Doctor' in a Ramallah hideout
Med school graduate involved in deadly criminal Negev shooting arrested in Ramallah.
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IDF exposes Hezbollah's modus operandi
IDF says Hezbollah terrorists took control of civilian areas, facilitated the transfer of weapons and operatives, and embedded terrorist infrastructure in the heart of the civilian population.
Report:
Report: Cost of living drops sharply in Gaza following ceasefire
Residents say food prices have collapsed due to a surge in aid and commercial goods, though severe cash shortages persist and many turn to digital payments.
OU Women’s initiative to celebrate Third Nach Yomi Siyum with 22,000 women worldwide
The Orthodox Union’s Women’s Initiative is marking a major milestone this February, as more than 22,000 women across five continents celebrate the completion of the third Torat Imecha Nach Yomi cycle.
Weapons and hideouts
Terror tunnel found just a few hundred meters from Israel
IDF forces from the Kfir Brigade and Yahalom unit dismantled a one-kilometer Hamas tunnel east of the Yellow Line in Gaza, containing weapons and hideouts just hundreds of meters from Israel.
'Deep, simple faith'
Sergeant Major (Res.) Asael Babad laid to rest
Sergeant Major (Res.) Asael Babad, who succumbed to wounds sustained in Gaza was laid to rest in Jerusalem. His wife: 'As you would always say, that's how G-d wanted it.'
Israel Justice Organization Head praises IAC National Summit
Speaking at the IAC National Summit in Florida, Israel Justice Organization President Farley Weiss said the gathering reflects renewed confidence and unity among pro-Israel supporters in the US.
Trump Admin
Trump Admin: Mahmoud Khalil will be deported to Algeria
Homeland Security assistant secretary Tricia McLaughlin says deportation of anti-Israel acivist is a 'reminder' that green-card and visa holders are guests in the US and should 'act like it.'
5 MDA ambulances sent to Druze, Christian communities in Syria
Five Magen David Adom ambulances were handed over to Druze and Christian communities in Syria in cooperation with IFCJ and will be used to save lives.
Will Rafah Crossing reopen? Israeli official: 'We'll discuss it'
Israel announced it will hold cabinet discussions next week on reopening the Rafah Crossing with Egypt, alongside efforts to determine the fate of the last Israeli hostage, Ron Gvili.
Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff: Large-scale counter-terror op underway in Hebron
IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visits Tomb of the Patriarchs. 'The security of the residents is a top priority for IDF troops in the sector.'
'He needed to die'
Mother of deceased infant leaves house of mourning to testify in favor of caregivers
Court releases caregivers at daycare where two infants died to house arrest.
Report: Hamas reached understandings with Trump administration
Sky News Arabic reports 'understandings' between US and Hamas, under which Hamas will be recognized as a political organization.
Herzog at Davos: Iran deserves change
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Israeli President Isaac Herzog discussed the pressing issues in the Middle East, says it 'boggles his mind' when those who attacked Israel don't come out in support of the Iranian people.
Watch: Minibus delivers infiltrators straight to police
Police officers discover minibus carrying 20 Palestinian Authority Arabs who infiltrated Israel illegally.
Defense Minister orders immediate enforcement for burning garbage
Amendment to security order to prevent burning garbage signed, allowing aggressive enforcement.
President Trump:
President Trump: 'We're going to have peace in the world'
Trump spoke today at the World Economic Forum in Davos to introduce his planned charter for the Board of Peace.
Herzog:
Herzog: Netanyahu's case should have been resolved before pardon request
President Isaac Herzog speaks at Davos forum about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request for pardon, stressing process will be done properly and only through the legal system.
Hungarian university to operate medical school in Eilat
Eilat to launch pre-clinical medicine program in collaboration with Ben-Gurion University and University of Debrecen, strengthening local healthcare and education.
Supreme Court publishes name of 'imposter officer'
The Supreme Court has lifted a long-standing publication ban, revealing the identity of the “imposter officer" who infiltrated sensitive Southern Command facilities in the early days of the war.
IDF intercepts weapons-smuggling drone
IDF thwarts attempt to smuggle ten firearms.
Lithuanian minister visits MDA
Lithuanian Health Minister visits MDA campus in Ramla.
Man threatens to harm himself, sets policemen on fire
One policeman moderately injured, two others lightly injured, after being set aflame by person threatening suicide.
Huckabee To Iran:
Huckabee To Iran: 'Take Trump seriously'
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee says Iran should not disregard US threats just because they have not yet been realized.
Ex‑PA official:
Ex‑PA intelligence chief accuses Abbas leadership of 'systemic corruption'
Former PA intelligence chief Tawfiq al‑Tirawi accuses Abbas’s leadership of systemic corruption, warning he may reveal specific cases.
Eight Muslim nations join Trump’s Peace Board for Gaza
Eight Muslim‑majority nations join the US‑backed Peace Council for Gaza, supporting Trump’s initiative to secure a ceasefire, rebuild Gaza, and advance a political framework.
Report:
Report: Trump, NATO chief outline Greenland deal that keeps Danish sovereignty intact
Trump and NATO’s Rutte discussed a Greenland framework that keeps Danish sovereignty while expanding US strategic presence, according to Axios.
Hate crimes probed
Dozens of swastikas found in Brooklyn playground, hate crimes probe underway
Dozens of swastikas found in a Brooklyn playground on two separate days, prompting a Hate Crime Task Force investigation and strong condemnation from Jewish organizations.
House panel moves to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in criminal contempt
House Oversight votes to recommend criminal contempt charges against Bill and Hillary Clinton over the Epstein probe.
Strike on Iran? Former National Security Adviser doubts it
Maj. Gen. (res.) Yaakov Amidror assesses why the US has not yet struck Iran, warning: “If Trump does nothing, Iran’s regional influence will grow stronger."
Following infrastructure work
Following infrastructure work: Jewish cemetery in Libya completely destroyed
The Jewish cemetery in the city of Derna in eastern Libya was completely destroyed following work to build a small power plant that began there about a year ago.
'No one will go to the army':
'No one will go to the army': Recordings of haredi rabbis revealed
The haredi rabbis leading the conscription bill were heard in recordings estimating that there will be no genuine attempt to enlist the haredi community, while the suspended budgets would still be reinstated.
Driver who ran over haredi teen released to house arrest
The Magistrate's Court in Ashkelon released today to house arrest the driver suspected of fatally ramming a 16-year-old haredi youth near Kiryat Gat.
Significant improvement in the condition of Justice Asher Grunis
A significant improvement has occurred in the condition of former Supreme Court President, Judge Asher Grunis, who suffered a stroke and was transferred to Ichilov Hospital.
Gantz claims
Gantz claims: 'A senior minister in the Cabinet leaked information during the war'
Blue and White chairman presents a bill to change the structure of the political-security cabinet and criticized the leaks from within it and the inability of its members to influence decisions
Watch
Watch: Protester struck by vehicle near Jerusalem Chords Bridge
A protester was hit by a car this evening during a protest near the String Bridge in Jerusalem.
Complaint: Woman exposed herself in front of haredi protesters
The "Yehudit" organization filed a complaint with the police against a woman who removed her shirt in front of a group of haredi protesters on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak.
Hezbollah liaison officer eliminated after arms smuggling scheme
The IDF said it eliminated Hezbollah liaison officer Abu Ali Salameh in southern Lebanon, citing his role in embedding terror infrastructure in civilian areas and obstructing enforcement actions.
'Theater of the absurd'
'Theater of the absurd': Israel pulls out of Open Government Partnership
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced Israel’s withdrawal from the Open Government Partnership, saying the body has turned into a political platform for anti-Israel activity.
Daycare tragedy
Parents of infant who died at daycare: 'We trust the caregiver, there was no negligence'
Chani Katz rejects criticism of the caregivers, while her husband adds, 'What crushed me were the hateful comments.'
