Hours after the attack
Hours after the attack: Police arrest Arabs who assaulted a shepherd
Three suspects were arrested on Monday afternoon (today) on suspicion of attacking a shepherd at "Mikneh Avraham" Hill in Gush Etzion.
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Report:
Report: Iran scrambles to contact Trump envoy amid threats
An Axios report says Iran’s foreign minister contacted a senior Trump envoy amid rising tensions, as President Trump weighs military options while leaving the door open to renewed nuclear talks.
MK Lapid responds to polls: 'Yesh Atid is not left-wing'
MK Yair Lapid says his party was wrongly branded as left-wing by its opponents and lays out a list of the party's right-wing positions.
Israelis receive more threatening messages
Amid the tension in the region and protests in Iran, Israelis once again received a threatening message in English with a mysterious and vague wording.
Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva
Ben Gvir to Arutz Sheva: 'My removal would be an unlawful coup'
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir declared at a Otzma Yehudit faction meeting that if the Supreme Court decides to remove him, it would be an "unlawful decision."
Gaza militia takes credit for close-range killing of Hamas investigation chief
Anti-Hamas militia commander Hussam al-Astal released a video claiming responsibility for killing a senior Hamas police official and warning collaborators of further assassinations.
Herzog and Motegi discuss shaping shared future
President Isaac Herzog meets Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu to strengthen bilateral ties.
Jewish shepherd demands compensation from Haaretz
Haaretz warned after Jewish shepherd's photo was published by Haaretz without his parents' consent.
Chicken import saga:
Chicken import saga: Supreme Court rules in favor of the Chief Rabbinate
Supreme Court rejects petition against Chief Rabbinate, ruling that the Rabbinical Council is authorized to decide if Baladi can import poultry from Brazil.
Soldier who served over 700 days in reserves found lifeless
Yehoshua (Josh) Boone, a reservist in the Carmeli Brigade, found lifeless in his home. Family and friends fight for recognition for him.
Jewish shepherd attacked in Gush Etzion
Arab rioters attack Jewish shepherd from Mikneh Avraham, stealing part of his flock.
Rabbi rules: Treat rammed teen as terror victim
Jerusalem Faction leader Rabbi Azriel Auerbach visits family of rammed teen Yosef Eisental.
Legal authority:
Extreme left attempting to pressure Justice Sohlberg to join efforts to oust Min. Ben Gvir
Senior legal official says far left is pressuring Justice Noam Sohlberg to influence upcoming High Court deliberations on Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, despite no legal grounds for his ousting.
Officers warn: Arab workers at IDF posts pose security risk
After security incidents near Gaza City, IDF officers in the area warn against employment of Arab workers at IDF posts near the border.
Burglary in Bnei Brak
Jewelry store significantly damaged in Bnei Brak burglary.
Live from Knesset:
Live from Knesset: Ministers and MKs present plan for Gaza’s future
Ministers and MKs publicly discuss a long-term vision for Gaza, 'Only with a clear vision for Gaza will we be able to defeat our enemies and achieve absolute victory.'
Demand in Knesset: Disband Teachers Union
Teachers Union boycotts meeting of Knesset's Education Committee, drawing anger from MKs.
Terrorist who injured IDF soldier arrested
IDF and ISA arrest terrorist who fired towards IDF soldier in Shechem, along with additional suspects.
Report:
Mahmoud Abbas rushed to hospital
According to an Al-Sharq report, PA President Mahmoud Abbas was taken for medical treatment in Ramallah.
Tzachi Braverman appeals conditions of release
Tzachi Braverman, head of Prime Minister's Office team, appeals release conditions following interrogation. 'Absurd political investigation.'
Islamic Party reveals its goal: an Islamic Belgium
Belgium councilor says he supports an Islamic state in Belgium, governed according to Sharia law, 'even if it takes decades.'
Hamas delays elections
Hamas delays elections for head of political arm as delegation sent to Cairo.
Scam targeting reserve soldiers’ assistance fund
IDF Major accused of instructing relatives and friends on how to fraudulently extract money from a reserve soldiers’ assistance fund, allegedly abusing his position of trust for personal gain.
Eight detained in counterterror operation
Jerusalem-area security forces carry out widescale raid in Shu'afat, confiscating weapons, ammunition, and drugs.
Winter returns, storms to peak mid-week
Winter weather system to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds - and maybe snow.
WJC’s Lauder:
WJC’s Lauder: Arson at Mississippi synagogue shows hate never disappears
WJC President Ronald Lauder condemns the arson at Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson, warning that hatred resurfaces when unchecked and urging decisive action against rising antisemitism and extremism.
Sa’ar announces:
Samoa to open embassy in Jerusalem in 2026, Sa’ar announces
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says Samoa will open an embassy in Jerusalem in 2026, praising its support for Israel.
British lawmakers urge Starmer to outlaw Iran’s IRGC
UK politicians across parties urge Prime Minister Keir Starmer to proscribe the IRGC amid Iran’s deadly crackdown, mass protests, and rising security concerns.
Truck drives through Iran solidarity protest in Los Angeles
U‑Haul drives through Iran‑solidarity protesters in Westwood, sparking chaos as activists confront the driver.
'Iran’s freedom is near'
'Iran’s freedom is near': Iranian Crown Prince unveils new phase of push to topple regime
Reza Pahlavi declares a new phase of the uprising, urging intensified action inside and outside Iran as protests grow, vowing the regime is weakening and that “Iran’s freedom is near."
Extremists disrupt IDF event
Extremists disrupt IDF event: Soldiers injured, brigade commander evacuated
Haredi extremists disrupt an event for parents of Hashmonaim Brigade soldiers in Bnei Brak. Three soldiers lightly injured. Brigade commander evacuated with police assistance.
'We are just getting started'
'We are just getting started': White House cryptic post fuels speculation over Iran action
White House hints the US military is ready in cryptic social media post, as US officials say Trump is weighing military and political options as Iran protests intensify.
New town breaks ground in Samaria
The town of Rehavam has begun construction as part of the government plan to bring one million residents to Samaria.
'Culture of lies'
'Culture of lies': Senior IDF officer slams former Chief of Staff
Brig. Gen. (res.) Meir Finkle says IDF investigations prioritized pleasing senior command, downplayed failures, and contributed to flawed assessments of Hamas.
Chief Rabbi of Britain:
Britain's Chief Rabbi: Calling Gaza genocide trivializes the word
Britain's Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, denounced accusations of genocide in Gaza as being motivated only by hostility to the Jewish state.
Two waves of strikes
IDF puts crosshairs on Hezbollah weapons infrastructure in two waves of strikes
Military targets underground storage facilities and weapons shafts, citing violations of Israel-Lebanon understandings.
'Natural partners'
Netanyahu signs major security pact with Germany: 'Natural partners'
Joint declaration expands cooperation on cybersecurity, counterterrorism, law enforcement, and advanced defense technologies.
The Gazans who pocketed donations and became rich during the war
Gazans are discovering that their social media influencers, who created fundraisers for 'humanitarian aid,' pocketed the donations instead of sending them to their intended destinations.
Palestinian arrested after breaching Ben Gurion Airport security
Israel Police officers have arrested the suspect who had fled after breaching security at Ben Gurion Airport several weeks ago.
Hate & heartbreak in Mississippi
Historic Jackson synagogue burned in suspected arson attack, Torah scrolls destroyed
Fire breaks out at Beth Israel Congregation in Jackson overnight; no injuries reported as local and federal authorities investigate and a suspect is taken into custody
