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In wake of 'Messiah' patch

In wake of 'Messiah' patch controversy: COS says victory is achieved by discipline

The IDF Chief of Staff says to commanders during the surprise General Staff exercise: “The path to victory goes through a disciplined, competent, and well-trained military, with fighting spirit and a strong sense of mission"

In wake of 'Messiah' patch controversy: COS says victory is achieved by discipline

Rabbi Lebel to children: 'You are the victory over the Nazis'

Commemorative rallies marking the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany and the rescue of Holocaust survivors were held this week in cities around the world as part of the annual Day of Liberation and Rescue, observed on the 26th of Iyar.

Rabbi Lebel to children: 'You are the victory over the Nazis'

FBI offers $200,000 for Iranian spy

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has announced a $200,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of former U.S. counterintelligence specialist Monica Witt.

FBI offers $200,000 for Iranian spy

Analyst warns: Deputy AG endangering democracy

Analyst Amit Segal publishes harsh column criticizing Deputy Attorney General Gil Limon, Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, for lacking respect for democracy,

Analyst warns: Deputy AG endangering democracy

IDF destroys Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon

Troops operating under the 146th Division struck over 100 Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure sites, eliminate 60 terrorists, in southern Lebanon.

IDF destroys Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon

IDF striking near Tyre after repeated launches towards Israel

Hezbollah explosive drones fall near the Israel-Lebanon border, forcing students in northern Israel to remain in school after final bell rings.

IDF striking near Tyre after repeated launches towards Israel

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: Time for a synagogue on the Temple Mount

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu urges Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, government ministers, to advance establishment of a synagogue on the Temple Mount. 'The time has come.'

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: Time for a synagogue on the Temple Mount

Incoming Mossad chief accuses Attorney General of acting in bad faith

Incoming Mossad chief Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman rejects claims raised by Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of omitting key facts in petitions against his appointment.

Incoming Mossad chief accuses Attorney General of acting in bad faith

Chief of Staff visited UAE during Iran war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited United Arab Emirates during Iran war, meeting president and local security leaders.

Chief of Staff visited UAE during Iran war

Shurat HaDin demands Canadian museum pause ‘Nakba’ exhibit

Israeli NGO alleges Canadian museum exhibit discriminates, falsifies history, and presents fake Palestinian narrative.

Shurat HaDin demands Canadian museum pause ‘Nakba’ exhibit

Following Shabbat declaration:

Following Shabbat declaration: Lipa Schmeltzer sings moving tribute to Trump

Jewish singer Lipa Schmeltzer releases musical tribute thanking US President Donald Trump for his support of Shabbat observance and his friendship toward the Jewish people.

Following Shabbat declaration: Lipa Schmeltzer sings moving tribute to Trump

Jerusalem tower plans have population divided

Jerusalem Day stats reveal massive push for urban renewal, with construction in some areas reaching 40 stories, and in other areas reaching a limit of 10 stories.

Jerusalem tower plans have population divided

IDF destroys Hezbollah launcher used to fire at Kiryat Shmona

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launcher in southern Lebanon following rocket fire towards Kiryat Shmona.

IDF destroys Hezbollah launcher used to fire at Kiryat Shmona

Poll: Center-left bloc can form coalition without Arab parties

New Maariv poll shows center-left bloc winning 61 seats, 'Together' party becoming largest faction in the Knesset.

Poll: Center-left bloc can form coalition without Arab parties

CENTCOM chief:

CENTCOM chief: Operation Epic Fury obliterated Iran’s missile and naval power

CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper testifies before the Senate, says that Epic Fury crippled Iran’s military for years to come.

CENTCOM chief: Operation Epic Fury obliterated Iran’s missile and naval power

US official:

US official hails 'productive and positive' talks between Israel and Lebanon

Israel and Lebanon hold "productive" talks in D.C. focused on disarming Hezbollah and lasting peace.

US official hails 'productive and positive' talks between Israel and Lebanon

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Negev Dagan fell in southern Lebanon

Staff Sergeant Negev Dagan, 20, a combat soldier in the Golani Brigade, killed by anti-tank missile fired by Hezbollah terrorists.

Cleared for publication: Staff Sergeant Negev Dagan fell in southern Lebanon

'Shame on you'

'Shame on you': Hundreds protest at NYT HQ over anti-Israel column

Jewish protesters rally outside The New York Times headquarters, protesting Nick Kristof column accusing Israel of mass rape of Arab prisoners.

'Shame on you': Hundreds protest at NYT HQ over anti-Israel column

House rejects third attempt to limit Trump's Iran authority

US House of Representatives rejects measure to curb President Trump’s Iran war powers, voting to a 212-212 tie.

House rejects third attempt to limit Trump's Iran authority

Watch:

Watch: Avraham Fried electrifies the crowd at Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva

Singer Avraham Fried arrives for his traditional Jerusalem Day performance at the Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva. Alongside thousands of attendees and prominent rabbis, Fried performs a rendition of "Le’orer Libi."

Watch: Avraham Fried electrifies the crowd at Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva

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Watch: Special tribute to Netanyahu at Mercaz HaRav

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends central Jerusalem Day event at the Mercaz HaRav Yeshiva, joined by prominent rabbis, rabbinical judges, ministers, and public figures.

Watch: Special tribute to Netanyahu at Mercaz HaRav

'To be continued!'

'To be continued!': Trump hints at further military action against Iran

In a post on Truth Social following his visit to China, Trump signals continued military action against Iran.

'To be continued!': Trump hints at further military action against Iran

Amid wave of arsons:

Jerusalem firefighter appeals to haredi parents amid wave of arsons

Fire commander David Seror warns recent arson attacks allegedly carried out by haredi children in Jerusalem could cost lives, urges parents and educators to teach children that firefighters are rescuers, not enemies.

Jerusalem firefighter appeals to haredi parents amid wave of arsons

“It shall not happen"

“It shall not happen": Chief Rabbi David Yosef’s forceful speech at Mercaz HaRav

The Chief Rabbi delivered a scathing speech during the Jerusalem Day event at the Merkaz HaRav yeshiva and attacked the Supreme Court.

“It shall not happen": Chief Rabbi David Yosef’s forceful speech at Mercaz HaRav

Herzog

Herzog: 'Jerusalem is not just a symbol, it is alive'

President Herzog addresses the state ceremony marking 59 years since the liberation and unification of Jerusalem, held at Ammunition Hill in Jerusalem.

Herzog: 'Jerusalem is not just a symbol, it is alive'

How the IDF is preparing against explosive drones

As part of expanding its response to the drone threat, the Israel Defense Forces has begun supplying forces operating in Lebanon with wire-mesh nets designed to protect against explosive drones.

How the IDF is preparing against explosive drones

Dramatic footage

Dramatic footage: Terror attack thwarted during Jerusalem Day celebrations

Undercover Border Police officers in Jerusalem arrested a suspect in the Abu Tor neighborhood who was allegedly planning to carry out a terrorist attack during Jerusalem Day events.

Dramatic footage: Terror attack thwarted during Jerusalem Day celebrations

Live

Live: Thousands gather for Jerusalem Day Flag March

The traditional Flag March is taking place in Jerusalem to mark the 59th anniversary of the city’s reunification.

Live: Thousands gather for Jerusalem Day Flag March

'A genuine friend'

'A genuine friend:' King Charles visits Jewish stabbing victims in Golders Green

British King visits London neighborhood to show support for Jewish community after recent antisemitic attacks in London,

'A genuine friend:' King Charles visits Jewish stabbing victims in Golders Green

Large WhatsApp Groups Under Fire: Meta Changes the Rules of the Game

Group administrators in Israel report sudden bans and the loss of audiences built over years. Meta clarifies: This is an enforcement of existing guidelines.

Large WhatsApp Groups Under Fire: Meta Changes the Rules of the Game

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Watch: Minister Ben Gvir waves an Israeli flag on the Temple Mount

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited Temple Mount today in honor of Jerusalem Day. He was accompanied by MK Yitzhak Kroizer.

Watch: Minister Ben Gvir waves an Israeli flag on the Temple Mount

Israel to sue New York Times over Nicholas Kristoff rape column

Netanyahu, Sa'ar issue instructions to file defamation lawsuit following publication of 'one of the most hideous and distorted lies ever published against the State of Israel.'

Israel to sue New York Times over Nicholas Kristoff rape column

Search resumes for man vanished bear Beit Shemesh

Volunteers from the Israel Dog Unit resumed extensive searches on Tuesday for Yoram Fliter, who disappeared shortly after the October 7 massacre and has remained missing for hundreds of days.

Search resumes for man vanished bear Beit Shemesh

Kharg Island spill likely caused by dumping

Kharg Island not loading oil tankers due to alleged leak, reports say.

Kharg Island spill likely caused by dumping

Aviva Siegel:

Aviva Siegel: ‘I survived. I’m here to tell’

Former hostage Aviva Siegel tells Arutz Sheva why she wrote a book about her ordeal and recalls the abuse, fear and fight to bring her husband, Keith, home.

Aviva Siegel: ‘I survived. I’m here to tell’

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Iran not managing to export crude oil by sea due to US blockade, though some products succeeded in escaping due to lack of sanctions, report says.

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Huckabee marks anniversaries of three historic milestones

Ambassador Mike Huckabee marked Israel’s Independence Day, the US Embassy move, and Jerusalem’s reunification in a special message.

Huckabee marks anniversaries of three historic milestones

Three injured by Hezbollah explosive drone

Three people injured, including one critically, by explosive drone launched by Hezbollah towards Rosh Hanikra.

Three injured by Hezbollah explosive drone

Haredi party rejects Netanyahu compromise, pushes to dissolve Knesset

Degel Hatorah party rejects Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposal to amend the Continuity Law, saying it will not support 'futile actions intended to buy time' on the Draft Law.

Haredi party rejects Netanyahu compromise, pushes to dissolve Knesset

Hate crime claims

Arab driver assaults Jewish passenger, attorney claims hate crime

Honenu demanded the driver’s arrest after a Jewish passenger alleged assault, threats, and an attempt to run her over during a bus dispute.

Arab driver assaults Jewish passenger, attorney claims hate crime