Home Front Command restricts gatherings in northern Israel
Ahead of the Lag Ba'omer holiday, the Home Front Command releases new guidelines reducing the number of participants at open-air gatherings in northern Israel.
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Tefillin destroyed during Gush Etzion demolition
Border Police, Civil Administration forces raid Kokhav Yehuda farm, destroying living quarters and, reportedly, a pair of tefillin (phylacteries).
Report: Iranian leaders seek to oust foreign minister
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf move against Araghchi over claims he bypassed leadership and aligned with IRGC on nuclear talks, Iran International report says.
Without a ground maneuver:
The operation that took out Hezbollah’s stronghold - without a ground maneuver
Elite paratrooper drone unit wipes out Hezbollah stronghold from the air, taking out terror cells and reshaping the battlefield without sending in ground troops.
Paraglider injured after hitting power lines
Man electrocuted and trapped mid-air in southern Israel, rescued in complex operation.
Report: Iran restoring missile stockpiles
US officials say Iran using ceasefire lull to recover buried missiles and rebuild capabilities, as Trump weighs next steps in coming days.
New footage reveals moments before DC shooting
Security videos show suspect Cole Thomas Allen entering venue, bypassing checkpoint, and rushing armed toward event before being engaged by security forces.
US pressuring Lebanese president to meet Netanyahu
Israel-Lebanon ceasefire enacted at US President Donald Trump's personal request gives Lebanon 'the space and the opportunity' to hold negotiations, US Embassy in Beirut says.
Poll: Bennett overtakes Likud as largest party
Survey shows Bennett leading Netanyahu in head-to-head matchups and projected to win most seats, with Likud slipping to second place
Hezbollah continuing to arm itself with explosive drones
Hezbollah terror group increasing its stockpile of drones, despite continued pressure on supply routes, affiliated news outlets say.
US Beirut Embassy calls for direct Lebanon-Israel meeting
US Embassy in Beirut says that Lebanon stands at a critical crossroads and has a historic opportunity to reclaim its sovereignty and independence by pursuing direct engagement with Israel.
Iran: Quick nuclear deal with US 'not realistic'
Iranian officials pour cold water on hopes for a swift agreement with the United States, stating that expecting quick results from talks is unrealistic.
Over antisemitic posts
Two Green Party candidates arrested in UK over alleged antisemitic posts
Two Green Party candidates in Britain arrested on suspicion of stirring up racial hatred after allegedly posting a series of antisemitic comments on social media.
Trump:
Trump: Iran’s military destroyed, but nuclear threat must be eliminated
President Donald Trump tells Newsmax in an interview that the United States has already destroyed much of Iran’s military and leadership, warns the conflict cannot truly end until Iran is permanently prevented from developing nuclear weapons.
Sa’ar blasts UK:
Sa’ar blasts UK: Antisemitic marches are incitement, not free speech
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar criticizes the UK government for failing to combat rising antisemitism, calling on Britain to ban anti-Israel incitement and chants like “Globalize the Intifada".
'Boiling with rage'
'Boiling with rage': Feud between MK Gafni and Shas escalates
MK Moshe Gafni sharply attacks Shas chairman Aryeh Deri, accusing the party of violating agreements, and is met with a fierce counter-attack from Shas' MK Michael Malkieli.
Amid Iranian barrage
Report: Israel sent laser defense system to UAE amid Iranian missile barrage
Financial Times reports that Israel supplied the United Arab Emirates with sophisticated defensive weapons to help counter a massive Iranian barrage of missiles and drones.
Police release footage
Police release footage: Man runs toward nun and throws her to the ground
The police released footage this evening from an attack on a nun in the Old City of Jerusalem over her religious identity. The suspect has been arrested.
Just months to election day:
Central Elections Committee Director-General quits just months to election day
Orly Ades resigns as Elections Committee chief months before 2026 vote, prompting concern over stability and oversight of the election process.
Report
Report: Bennett called Lapid 'toxic' days before merger
Former PM Bennett reportedly warned that a joint run with Opposition Leader Lapid would alienate right-wing voters before announcing their joint run.
Threat level: Severe
UK raises national terror threat level to 'Severe'
Britain raises terror threat to 'severe' after antisemitic stabbing in London, warning attacks are highly likely amid rising threats to Jews.
Master of Miracles
Watch: Ancient and new meet as thousands visit Rabbi Meir's grave
Tens of thousands gather in Tiberias for Rabbi Meir Ba’al Haness anniversary, as major renovations transform the historic pilgrimage site.
Using 24 tons of explosives:
Using 24 tons of explosives: IDF demolishes 140-meter-long Hezbollah tunnel in Lebanon
The tunnel, over 140 meters in length, consisted of living quarters and operational shafts, and numerous weapons were found inside.
Sa'ar
Sa'ar: Flotilla participants to be sent to Greece
Foreign Minister announces that the participants in the Gaza flotilla which was intercepted last night will not be detained in Israel but will be offloaded at a Greek beach.
Troops punished after missing memorial because of haredi protest
Three soldiers disciplined after arriving late to a memorial due to roadblocks from a haredi protest, sparking criticism from families.
Cleared for Publication
Cleared for Publication: Sgt. Liem Ben Hamo killed by explosive drone strike in Lebanon
The IDF has cleared for publication that Sergeant Liem Ben Hamo, aged 19, from Herzliya, a combat soldier in the 13th Battalion, Golani Brigade fell during combat in southern Lebanon.
Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer: UK government 'taking immediate action' after London stabbing
British PM says the stabbing of 2 Jews in London was not an 'isolated incident' but followed other attacks on Jews.
Watch:
Lebanese broadcast turns into a fighting match
Lebanese television debate becomes violent after pro- and anti-Hezbollah analysts trade barbs.
Ben-Gvir enlists Shin Bet to fight youth gang
Minister Ben-Gvir asked the Shin Bet for assistance in combating the youth gang SSQ. 'We launched an all-out war, and we need more force for this war.'
IDF considering male-only artillery brigade
IDF considers designating one artillery brigade for men as part of efforts to boost manpower and address reserve shortages.
Dramatic bodycam footage:
Dramatic bodycam footage: Police arrest suspect in antisemitic London knife attack
Bodycam footage shows police arresting knife-wielding man who allegedly stabbed two Jewish Londoners in Golders Green.
Watch
Watch: IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorists and military structures used to advance attacks
IDF soldiers of the 91st Division struck military structures used by Hezbollah from which terrorists operated.
Mojtaba Khamenei:
Mojtaba Khamenei: Persian Gulf will have bright future without US presence
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamensi disparages US' 'disgraceful failure,' says Iran will manage Strait of Hormuz.
Arab doctor at Soroka convicted of ISIS membership
Dr. Mohammad Azzam was convicted after pledging allegiance to ISIS and downloading manuals for making explosives and poisons. The judge ruled he could have harmed Israelis.
12 soldiers injured by Hezbollah UAV
IDF soldiers injured by Hezbollah UAV; two in moderate condition.
IDF destroys launch sites in southern Lebanon
Hezbollah missile launch positions destroyed as Alpinist Unit troops operate in Mount Dov area.
New report reveals: Just 22% of ninth-graders meet expectations
Education report shows sharp decline in student achievement, with fewer than a quarter meeting standards.
Arab party MK won't rule out supporting Bennett
MK Ofer Cassif says Arab 'Hadash' party will support former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's candidacy if he presents principles Cassif 'can live with.'
Revealed: Hamas terrorist disguised himself as paramedic
Terrorist operating under guise of paramedic eliminated after planning to carry out an imminent sniper attack against IDF troops.
Indictment:
Indictment: IDF officer smuggled a large truck into Gaza
A Major in regular service is accused of smuggling a truck loaded with goods worth millions of shekels into Gaza, exploiting his operational role.
