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New details have emerged about the bravery of Aner Shapira, a reconnaissance soldier in the Nahal Brigade, who threw back grenades thrown by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine hold a critical Pentagon briefing as the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz reaches its fourth day.
Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Iran faces a choice between diplomacy or severe escalation, saying Israel is ready to strike harder if threats persist.
Israel Land Authority unveils sweeping changes to framework for resolving Bedouin land ownership claims in the Negev. 'Courageous and long-overdue paradigm shift.'
The next elections are set for late October of 2026. As the first elections since the October 7th massacre, these have the chance to be a referendum on the war's outcome. What options can Israelis expect at the polls?
Ruth Abramov, 74-year-old woman found dead near Sacher Park, went missing 18 years ago.
'When it becomes normal that Jews are attacked in the streets, that communities live behind security barriers, and when students are forced to hide their identity, it’s time for a new set of rules,' EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin says.
IDF soldiers locate more than 130 weapons belonging to Hezbollah terror organization in southern Lebanon school.
Rama Dweiji, the wife of Zohran Mamdani, expressed remorse for "offensive language" she posted as a teenager, but did not address her implied support for the October 7 massacre.
IDF eliminates a commander in Hamas’ communications unit, two additional production unit commanders eliminated in separate strike.
Rabbi Dov Lando accuses judicial authorities and media of targeting Torah study, praises growing public support and expansion of yeshiva learning.
The vast majority of the displaced families - about 170 families totaling 1,500 people - are part of the Gur Hasidic community in the city.
Elite IDF units dismantle dozens of Hezbollah positions and seize weapons in southern Lebanon, as operations in Bint Jbeil intensify.
Israeli Navy missile boat crews detect and intercept unmanned aerial vehicles launched toward the State of Israel.
Dr. Dorit Dror-Hadar was killed after a truck's trailer overturned and crushed her car yesterday; the driver, a resident of Tuba-Zangariyye, has a traffic record of 185 offenses.
A boy about seven was critically injured this morning (Thursday) after being struck by a car on Chazon Ish Street in Beit Shemesh. After resuscitation efforts he was declared dead at the hospital.
Women of the Wall attempt to use handicapped elderly woman to help them smuggle Torah scroll into Western Wall Plaza, heritage foundation says.
After the indictments were dropped, some of the soldiers have already returned to combat roles.
IDF eliminates terrorists hiding in bushes, prevents attack on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.
Thousands visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem tonight, led by the eldest son of the Vizhnitz Rebbe, Rabbi Chaim Meir Hager, and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan.
US Ambassador Bill White receives EJA’s King David Award for defending Jewish religious freedoms, as European leaders warn of rising antisemitism and push for stronger protections.
Hot, dry weather to be replaced by thunderstorms and flooding, forecasters predict.
IDF top brass outlines 'red lines' necessary to ensure security of northern Israel in any ceasefire with Lebanon.
Two minors struck the girl with an electric scooter before driving away. Despite her injuries, they did not even call for medical assistance.
CENTCOM reports that an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel attempting to evade the new US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz was successfully redirected. Ten vessels have now been turned back.
President Trump announces that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun are expected to speak on Thursday - the first such conversation in decades. The statement follows reports of a possible ceasefire with Hezbollah.
Duke University suspends its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter after receiving complaints over an antisemitic flyer depicting pigs representing "Zionism" and "US Imperialism."
US imposes sanctions on a network tied to Iranian oil trader Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, targeting firms that help Iran evade sanctions and generate billions for Tehran.
Former IDF Chief of Staff and chairman of the “Yashar" party, Gadi Eisenkot, tours Samaria, visits local communities and the city of Ariel, and meets Samaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan.
Lebanese officials say a ceasefire with Hezbollah could be announced soon and take effect this week. However, Israel’s Security Cabinet ends hours of talks without approving any truce.
Apple TV releases the trailer for the new Israeli thriller "Unconditional", Keshet 12’s drama series which follows a mother fighting to free her daughter from a Moscow drug smuggling arrest.
Senior British Ministry of Defense official briefed by the Governor of Ramallah, who is regularly documented participating in support meetings with terrorists who murdered Jews.
Five soldiers were injured by rocket fire in southern Lebanon, one of them in serious condition and the rest were lightly injured. All the wounded were evacuated to hospital.
IDF Spokesperson, Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin, addressed reports of an imminent ceasefire with Lebanon and said the military is prepared to continue fighting while awaiting instructions from the political leadership.
PM addresses the campaigns in Lebanon and Iran, including the possibility that fighting may resume.
Police confirm suspects 'threw two bottles, suspected to contain petrol, and a brick at the building', call on any witnesses to come forward.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says talks with Iran are ongoing, calls reports US asked for a ceasefire extension 'bad reporting.'
The chairman of the European Jewish Association, Rabbi Menachem Margolin, pointed an accusing finger at European governments. 'Something fundamental has broken.'
Just one week after it was founded and inaugurated in a festive ceremony attended by ministers and public figures, the new community of Ma’oz Tzur in the Binyamin region is already appearing on the navigation app Waze.
Shin Bet prevented the soldier from meeting with a lawyer. Police requested a 12-day detention, judge extended it by two days only.
