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Historic Support:

Historic Support: Taiwan donates to new medical center in Binyamin region

The State of Taiwan has decided to make a significant donation to the “Nanasi” Medical Center in Binyamin.

Lakewood:

Lakewood: Mass prayer gathering for Jewish man suspected of soliciting

A mass prayer gathering was held Sunday on behalf of a yeshiva student currently being held in Ocean County Jail following his arrest last Thursday.

PA denounces sheiks who want peace with Israel

The Palestinian Authority has come out against the sheikhs leading an initiative to join the Abraham Accords.

Zamir to haredi troops:

Zamir to haredi troops: You prove that anyone who enlists haredi will remain haredi

IDF Chief hails haredi soldiers of Hashmonaim Brigade as pioneers, emphasizing their vital role in national defense and integration of Torah values with military service.

IDF to launch sweeping enforcement operation in haredi cities

As part of the new plan, control and security checkpoints will be set up at entry points to major Haredi cities, aiming to identify and arrest youths avoiding military service.

Crew abandons ship after being attacked off the coast of Yemen

UKMTO reports that a commercial vessel was engaged by multiple small vessels that opened fire with small arms and self-propelled grenades.

IDF to begin issuing 54,000 draft notices to haredim this week

The notices will be addressed to those whose exemption as Yeshiva students has expired, and will be accompanied by increased enforcement activity.

Three arrested in sexual offenses case in Bnei Brak

Police arrested three young residents of Bnei Brak on suspicion of involvement in a case where the chairman of the Shomrim neighborhood watch organization was arrested on suspicion of sexual offenses.

Following extensive legal battle:

IDF undertaker recognized as disabled veteran

Court overturns Defense Ministry’s rejection, acknowledges trauma endured by long-serving military undertaker exposed to Israel’s most harrowing disasters.

Children harassed and assaulted:

Children harassed and assaulted: Fear in the Jewish community in Australia

A current parliamentary investigation reveals a shocking picture of Jewish children being harassed in streets, facing threats and exposed to Nazi salutes.

UNRWA says Israel endangers staff; IDF cites terror ties

Agency says it received no response from Israel to request for evidence; IDF cites video proof of Hamas ties.

Arab Affairs Analyst:

Arab Affairs Analyst: 'No real intention of Hebron to detach from PA'

Senior Arab affairs correspondent Ohad Hemo denounces reports that leaders of local Arab clans in Hebron are attempting to detach their city from the rest of the Palestinian Authority.

IDF eliminates Hamas naval force commander in northern Gaza

According to the IDF, Ramzi Saleh was involved in planning and advancing maritime terrorist attacks against IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip.

Decision made

Decision made: New airport to be built near Rahat

The Prime Minister has decided to establish the planned supplementary airport to Ben Gurion Airport in the area near Rahat, most likely in the Tze'elim region, after the security establishment opposed the alternative in the Negev.

Ehud Yaari:

Ehud Yaari: 'We are in the twilight zone of the armed struggle'

Middle East analyst Ehud Yaari warns that despite pressure to move forward with the second phase of the hostage deal, Hamas is grappling with internal rifts and a struggle over identity and direction within its leadership.

65-year-old Israeli from Ofakim missing in Canada

Ilya Rachitsky, a 65-year-old resident of Ofakim, went missing during a hike in the Whistler area of Canada. His family is on-site and is appealing to the public for assistance.

Northern mayors form committee to advance Ramat David airport

Northern mayors urge Netanyahu to advance Ramat David airport, calling it essential for regional growth and national infrastructure.

New report details Hamas sexual violence on October 7

Sexual violence was 'widespread and systematic' during the October 7 massacre, with rape and gang rape occurring in at least six different locations, according to a new report featuring testimony from that day.

Watch:

Watch: Hamas observation post used to attack soldiers destroyed

IDF spokesperson updated that forces of the Nahal Brigade, under the command of Division 162, have been operating in the Daraj Tuffah region in recent days, and have destroyed an observation post, terrorists, and terrorist infrastructure.

Rabbi Zilberstein warns against 'state-haredi' schools in Rishon Lezion

Rabbi Yitzchak Zilberstein issues a strong warning to haredi parents in Rishon Lezion, cautioning them against schools he says 'pose as haredi,' and urging them to choose schools such as Chinuch Atzmai and Bnei Yosef.

'Supreme moral duty':

'A Supreme Moral Duty': Herzog sends Netanyahu to Washington with full support

President Herzog meets with Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of the PM’s visit to Washington DC, 'An entire nation is watching, hoping, and praying to see all our hostages return home as soon as possible.'

IDF investigation

IDF investigation: Sgt Asaf Zamir killed by IED placed near tank; terrorists eliminated

An IDF investigation revealed that the attack in which Sgt. Zamir was killed was the result of an IAD and not an anti-tank missile as previously believed.

Smotrich attacks:

Smotrich attacks: Chief of Staff fails in managing distribution of humanitarian aid

Minister of Finance and Religious Zionism party chairman Bezalel Smotrich slams decision to continue Gaza aid: 'A strategic failure endangering IDF soldiers and providing a lifeline to Hamas.'

PM's office:

PMO denies reports of connection between Sara Netanyahu and Omer Dostri ending position

'Media is distorting reality,' says PMO on supposed connection between Prime Minister’s wife and spokesman Omer Dostri ending his position.

Rabbinical court issues ethical code to prevent workplace misconduct

Rabbinical Court for Sexual Misconduct, founded by Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu and developed with input from religious-Zionist and haredi rabbis, releases new ethical code to curb inappropriate conduct in the workplace.

How Hamas tried to infiltrate IDF intelligence base

Report: Hamas tried to exploit a cleaning services tender published online to infiltrate Base 8200. The IDF stopped the tender and tightened procedures.

'You're against the army'

'You're against the army:' Chief of Staff, Smotrich attack each other at Cabinet meeting

During a security cabinet meeting, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launched an unprecedented attack on the military, accusing it of failing to manage humanitarian aid effectively. Chief of Staff Zamir responded sharply, claiming Smotrich was weakening the spirit of the soldiers

Labour under fire for reported plan to drop Israeli missile systems from UK defense

Labour ‘may reject Israeli components’ in UK missile defense ‘Iron Dome’ plan to placate pro-Palestinian backbenchers

Family rescued after boat capsizes in Sea of Galilee

Marine police officers rescued a family, after their boat overturned and sank in the Sea of Galilee due to a suspected technical malfunction. Authorities stress the life-saving importance of wearing life vests.

Netanyahu bangs on table to quiet ministers during heated Cabinet meeting

The security cabinet voted late last night in favor of distributing humanitarian aid throughout the Gaza Strip, following a heated discussion that included harsh criticism of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.

Analysis:

Trump's net worth surpasses $10 billion, fueled by cryptocurrency and media holdings

A new analysis finds that US President Donald Trump's fortune is largely tied to cryptocurrency investments and media ventures, with the $TRUMP coin alone valued at nearly $7 billion.

'Sick'

Zohran Mamdani condemned for sharing 'sick' video mocking Hanukkah

Democratic nominee for NYC mayor condemned by the StopAntisemitism movement for sharing video of 'Indian men cosplaying Jews, spinning dreidels and lighting the menorah.'

Minister Ben Gvir:

Minister Ben Gvir: Promise of future 'demilitarizing of the Strip’ is a reward for terror

Minister Ben Gvir insists: Victory and the safe return of hostages require full occupation of Gaza, a total halt to "humanitarian" aid, and the encouragement of emigration.

Arrest made in Melbourne synagogue arson

Australian counterterrorism police charge a man in arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue with worshippers inside. The incident, condemned by Israeli leaders and by Australian Prime Minister Albanese, is part of a disturbing rise in antisemitic acts.

Netanyahu’s office:

Netanyahu’s office: Hamas’s requested changes are unacceptable

Netanyahu’s office clarifies: The changes Hamas seeks to make to the Qatari proposal were conveyed to us last night and are unacceptable to Israel. The negotiation team will nonetheless depart for talks in Qatar.

Sirens in Dead Sea

Sirens in Dead Sea and Judean Desert, missile fired from Yemen and intercepted

IDF announces it detected a missile launch from Yemen toward Israel. Missile intercepted. Magen David Adom reports no impacts or injuries.

Five IDF bases hit by Iranian missiles during Operation Rising Lion

Five Israeli military bases, including major sites like Tel Nof Air Force base and the Glilot camp, struck by Iranian missiles during conflict with Iran, The Telegraph reports.

Tucker Carlson:

Tucker Carlson: 'I interviewed the president of Iran - here's why'

'We were just at war with Iran ten days ago, and may be again. Our view is that American citizens have the Constitutional and God-given right to know as much about what is being done with their money and in their name as they can.'

Jewish musician Avi Piamenta passes away at 69

Avi Piamenta, renowned for his flute playing and pivotal role in Jewish music, passes away suddenly in New York.

Chilling:

Chilling: How Ofer Calderon survived execution before capture

Former hostage Ofer Calderon revisits the moments when he and his son were separated during the October 7th massacre.