Ministry shows Hamas ties behind NYT-cited rights organization
Israel’s Diaspora Affairs Ministry publiciizes information showing that a rights group cited by Nicholas Kristof is headed by a figure linked to Hamas activities.
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Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran
Tehran shifting from threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz toward controlling access, Reuters report claims.
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Report: Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs visited UAE to coordinate war on Iran
New reports reveal secret visits by Mossad chief David Barnea, Shin Bet head David Zini, to the United Arab Emirates during Operation Roaring Lion in Iran.
Opposition pulls bills from Knesset schedule
Knesset opposition parties clear plenum schedule in protest move, urge focus on dissolution and early elections.
IDF warns: Evacuate villages in southern Lebanon
IDF warns residents of multiple Lebanese villages to evacuate; Lebanese media reports eight dead in vehicle strike south of Beirut.
Herd stolen from Israeli farm found in Arab village
A herd stolen early Wednesday from the Tzur Levavi farm was located hours later in an Arab village, following extensive searches by security forces and volunteers.
Jerusalem Day 2026
Thousands continue choosing Israel’s capital as the place to build their futures
Ahead of Yom Yerushalayim, new aliyah statistics spotlight Jerusalem as top destination for North American olim.
Terrorist who murdered Yehuda Sherman to be indicted
Investigation reveals Palestinian Arab terrorist deliberately rammed Israelis, killing Yehuda Sherman; terrorist's son also expected to face indictment.
Bereaved sister urges: 'Prevent the next murder'
At Jerusalem conference, bereaved sister Yiros Zalka urges Israelis to take personal responsibility and combat violence. 'Yamano’s murder must not become just another bitter statistic.'
Watch: Rothman taunts, Stern leaves the hearing
During a Constitution Committee discussion on the bill to establish an inquiry committee, MK Elazar Stern entered the chamber and committee chair Simcha Rothman seized the moment for a jab.
Fire and Rescue Service to sue arsonist for Jerusalem fire
Israel's Fire and Rescue Service has filed a civil suit for nearly 200,000 NIS in compensation for cost of extinguishing massive forest fire.
Haredi rabbi issues unusual ruling
Rabbi Yitzhak Zilberstein, leading Lithuanian-haredi rabbi, slams worshipers who arrive at synagogue by car.
Hezbollah's largest drone attack yet
Hezbollah launched two waves of drone swarms toward the north. For the first time, the IDF identified a timed, large-scale attack on a single target inside Israel.
Haredi journalism declares end to Netanyahu alliance
Haredi newspapers launch coordinated attack on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after collapse of trust over Draft Law crisis.
Supreme Court condition for releasing haredi education budget
The Supreme Court intends to order the release of 98 million shekels frozen for Haredi educational institutions, provided the funds are transferred only to institutions that teach fundamental subjects.
Florida congressional race erupts into antisemitism controversy
Remarks by GOP Rep. Randy Fine and congressional candidate Dan Bilzerian trigger backlash from Armenian-American groups amid widening dispute on Israel, antisemitism, and alliances.
Expert warns:
Expert warns: Cruise ship hantavirus outbreak may pose wider threat
New NYT report raises concerns that the Andes strain of hantavirus could spread through airborne transmission and asymptomatic carriers.
With warships and jets
UK joins global coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz with warships and jets
The UK is deploying HMS Dragon and Typhoon jets to a 40-nation mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Kuwait blames Iran for armed infiltration attempt near critical hub
Kuwait accuses Iran’s Revolutionary Guard of a failed raid on a strategic China-funded port.
During La Liga parade
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal displays PLO flag during La Liga victory parade
Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal sparks debate by waving PLO flag during the club's title parade.
Albrecht Weinberg, survivor of Auschwitz and Bergen-Belsen, passes away at 101
Holocaust survivor Albrecht Weinberg has died at 101 after a life spent bearing witness to the truth.
Warns of 'rapid escalation' risk
European aviation agency extends Israel advisory, warns of 'rapid escalation' risk
European Union Aviation Safety Agency extends its aviation advisory for Israel until May 27, citing potential risks to flight safety.
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Report: US intelligence showing Iran retains substantial missile capabilities
Classified reports cited by The New York Times show Iran has restored most missile sites.
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Report: Saudi Arabia conducted military strikes inside Iran
Reuters reports that Saudi Arabia launched direct airstrikes on Iran in late March to retaliate for regional aggression.
UK:
Man charged over arson attack at former London synagogue
A man has been charged with arson with intent to endanger life after a fire damaged the entrance to a former synagogue in east London. Counter-terror police are investigating the incident.
Foreign Ministry
Foreign Ministry: 'NYT timed Hamas propaganda to undermine report on Hamas rapes'
Israel accuses the New York Times of deliberately seeking to undermine the 300-page report detailing Hama's mass rapes by parroting Hamas propaganda.
On northern border
On northern border: Non-commissioned officer & soldier wounded by explosive drone strike
An IDF soldier was moderately injured and a reservist was slightly injured as a result of an explosive drone launched from Lebanon. IDF: "This is a violation of the ceasefire agreements."
Two Israeli universities rank in world top 10 for startup founders
Tel Aviv University and the Technion produced startups that raised more than $50bn over the past decade shows PitchBook data.
Haredi parties rejected earlier proposal that could have resolved military draft crisis
Haredi lawmakers reportedly rejected an earlier deal that could have eased Israel’s draft crisis, amid renewed coalition tensions over conscription legislation.
Poll:
75% of Arab citizens support volunteering for civilian national service
A Tel Aviv University-Kadar Foundation poll shows 75.8% of Arab citizens in Israel support volunteering for civilian national service, alongside mixed views on belonging, security, and Arab-Jewish relations.
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Watch: Terrorist emerges from tunnel with weapon - and is eliminated
Soldiers operated 10 kilometers from the border to destroy launch sites. In the new footage, an armed terrorist is seen emerging from the ground and is immediately eliminated.
UK:
‘Golders Greed’ team wins pub quiz, Yorkshire landlord apologizes
Campaign Against Antisemitism: 'this is plainly racist. It shows just how normalized racism against Jews has become in Britain. Worse still, it has become cool. Not for the first time in history.'
Knesset Ethics Committee imposes sanctions on ministers and lawmakers
The Knesset Ethics Committee has issued a series of extraordinary decisions against ministers and MKs for absences, statements and inappropriate conduct.
CNN:
CNN: ‘systematic rape and sexual violence occurred during Hamas’ massacre on Israel'
A new report on the October 7 Hamas massacre documents sexual violence at multiple sites and during hostage captivity, based on survivor testimony and evidence reviewed by researchers.
Father Ted co-creator blasts RTÉ over Eurovision boycott, calls move ‘antisemitic’
Graham Linehan accuses Irish broadcaster RTÉ of using a Father Ted Eurovision episode as “a tool of antisemitic harassment" after deciding not to air the Eurovision final due to Israel’s participation.
Antisemitism concerns:
Pennsylvania Supreme Court justice leaves Democratic Party over antisemitism concerns
David Wecht says he is becoming an independent citing 'growing tolerance for antisemitism among leading Democrats.'
Political drama
Political drama: Rabbi Lando rules in favor of dissolving the Knesset
The leader of the Lithuanian haredi community, Rabbi Dov Lando, has ordered the Degel Hatorah MKs to act to dissolve the Knesset as soon as possible, and declared that "there is no more trust in Netanyahu."
Sweden drops 'Islamophobia', Votes for free speech
Sweden has become the first European country to challenge the use of the term “Islamophobia," arguing it hinders honest debate over Islamist influence in Europe. It is urgent that other countries follow suit.
Haredi Draft:
Haredi Draft: Degel HaTorah threatens to dissolve the Knesset
A sharp confrontation developed between the prime minister and the Degel HaTorah faction after Netanyahu asked the party to postpone advancing the draft law until after the elections.
Hezbollah attempts to fire missiles at Israeli aircraft
A short while ago, an unsuccessful attempt to launch a surface-to-air missile toward an Israeli Air Force aircraft was identified. No damage was caused, and no IDF soldiers were injured.
