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Terrorism:

Three arrested for plan to blow up club in central Israel and murder pilot

Shin Bet and Jerusalem police arrest father, son, and accomplice from eastern Jerusalem accused of planning attacks against security forces, civilians and IAF pilot.

Three arrested for plan to blow up club in central Israel and murder pilot

Samaria Council head:

Samaria Council head: Ganim and Kadim to be rebuilt - with 46,000 residents

20 years since the uprooting of Ganim and Kadim, Samaria Council prepares for their reconstruction as Council Head Yossi Dagan declares that 'Ganim and Kadim will be flourishing communities in Samaria.'

Samaria Council head: Ganim and Kadim to be rebuilt - with 46,000 residents

Holocaust survivor who was injured in Iranian missile attack dies

Olga Weisberg, 91, from Rehovot, who was seriously injured in an Iranian missile strike in June, collapsed in her home and died yesterday.

Holocaust survivor who was injured in Iranian missile attack dies

Study

Study: Bronze was produced at northern Samaria during early Iron Age

Laboratory tests conducted during University of Haifa study reveal that the bronze was produced on-site by alloying copper and tin at El-Ahwat. Findings point to local production and integration into a regional raw materials network during the Early Iron Age.

Study: Bronze was produced at northern Samaria during early Iron Age

Iranian Axis publishes 'assassination list'

Pro-Iranian Saberin News Agency publishes a graphic list naming targets for assassination of Israel's top security echelon.

Iranian Axis publishes 'assassination list'

A month before his wedding:

A month before his wedding: Combat soldier Yehuda Peretz killed in road accident

IDF soldier Yehuda Peretz son of Moti and Shimrit Peretz from Retamim, was killed on Friday in a road accident on Highway 222.

A month before his wedding: Combat soldier Yehuda Peretz killed in road accident

Hostage families declare economic strike over Gaza conquest plan

Hostage families and families of the fallen from the October 7th attack announced that they plan to shut down the economy next Sunday, August 17th, in protest against the Cabinet's decision to conquer Gaza.

Hostage families declare economic strike over Gaza conquest plan

The IDF's concerns over the Gaza City operation

The IDF estimates that it will take two to three months to complete the takeover of Gaza, until December 2025 or January 2026.

The IDF's concerns over the Gaza City operation

Jews in Iran launch fundraising campaign for children of Gaza

Jewish community in Isfahan, Iran collects food and essential items for Gaza residents, emphasizing spiritual solidarity with the oppressed Palestinians, condemning Israeli actions in Gaza and calling for global efforts to end oppression.

Jews in Iran launch fundraising campaign for children of Gaza

Honenu:

Honenu: Border Police officer must be suspended and prosecuted

Honenu calls for the suspension and prosecution of a Border Police officer accused of unlawfully shooting and seriously injuring a teenage boy near Beit El.

Honenu: Border Police officer must be suspended and prosecuted

MK Tzvi Sukkot

MK Tzvi Sukkot: 'If we give up on the war goals we must go to new elections'

MK Tzvi Sukkot echoes the stance presented by Minister Bezalel Smotrich against Netanyahu: "If we decide to abandon the war goals, it is an existential threat to the State of Israel."

MK Tzvi Sukkot: 'If we give up on the war goals we must go to new elections'

Washington Post op-ed:

Washington Post op-ed: Hunger in Gaza is not Israel's fault

Washington Post publishes op-ed stating that "Hamas fights on because it clearly doesn’t care about the suffering of the people of Gaza".

Washington Post op-ed: Hunger in Gaza is not Israel's fault

Hadassah

Hadassah: 11 patients suffer infections after receiving eye injections

Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem announced that last week, an eye infection (inflammation) was detected in 11 patients who were treated with an injection of Avastin.

Hadassah: 11 patients suffer infections after receiving eye injections

IDF ethics author:

IDF ethics author: Gaza situation not even close to genocide

Professor Asa Kasher, who authored the IDF’s ethical code, says that while some soldiers' conduct has been improper, accusations of genocide in Gaza are unfounded.

IDF ethics author: Gaza situation not even close to genocide

Ex-AOC organizer urges followers to 'attack' school with Jewish students

Iman Abdul, who worked on AOC's primary campaign, posts location of public high school with caption: 'If anyone needs a public school in NYC to attack for whatever reason … Lexus driving Israhell loving Zionisits all attend here.'

Ex-AOC organizer urges followers to 'attack' school with Jewish students

Iran arrests 20 'Mossad agents', vows harsh punishment

Iran says 20 alleged Mossad operatives were arrested in recent months, warning of severe punishment. The announcement follows the execution of nuclear scientist Rouzbeh Vadi.

Iran arrests 20 'Mossad agents', vows harsh punishment

Sa’ar:

Sa’ar: Canada must step up fight against antisemitism

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urges Canada to act against antisemitism after a Jewish father was beaten on a Montreal street in front of his child. Sa’ar calls the attack “shocking” and “reminiscent of dark periods”.

Sa’ar: Canada must step up fight against antisemitism

Trump taps Tammy Bruce for senior UN post

President Trump nominates State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce as US Deputy Representative to the UN. A longtime TV commentator and author, Bruce is set to bring her media and political experience to the role, pending Senate confirmation.

Trump taps Tammy Bruce for senior UN post

Jerusalem: Chabad rabbi collapses suddenly and passes away

Rabbi Shmuel Gelbstein, a well-known Chabad figure, tragically passes away following cardiac arrest.

Jerusalem: Chabad rabbi collapses suddenly and passes away

Astronaut James Lovell, Apollo 13 commander, dies at 97

NASA remembers space pioneer who turned a near-disaster into a triumph of ingenuity and teamwork.

Astronaut James Lovell, Apollo 13 commander, dies at 97

Armenia and Azerbaijan sign historic agreement

Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders sign US-brokered agreement to develop economic and diplomatic ties.

Armenia and Azerbaijan sign historic agreement

Report: Iran moves key nuclear scientists to safe areas

Iran relocates surviving nuclear scientists to safe areas, as Israel monitors 100 Iranian scientists, The Telegraph reports.

Report: Iran moves key nuclear scientists to safe areas

US student leaders meet Hamas captivity survivor Ohad Ben Ami

US student leaders visit Be’eri massacre site, hear from freed hostage Ohad Ben Ami.

US student leaders meet Hamas captivity survivor Ohad Ben Ami

Captivity survivor:

Captivity survivor: During last moments in captivity, I prayed aloud

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen recalls experience in captivity, says he lives with feelings of guilt every day. 'Make a deal that will bring everyone back.'

Captivity survivor: During last moments in captivity, I prayed aloud

New investigation reveals: Failures of IDF top brass on October 7

Special team investigating the October 7 Hamas attack reveals significant shortcomings in the IDF’s response, including delayed decisions, missed assessments, and inadequate coordination between key agencies.

New investigation reveals: Failures of IDF top brass on October 7

Northern Israel:

Northern Israel: Man stabbed in synagogue brawl

A 25-year-old man stabbed and another injured in head after altercation at Kadita synagogue; suspects arrested hours later.

Northern Israel: Man stabbed in synagogue brawl

Palestinian-American mediator cuts ties with US negotiating team

Dr. Bishara Bahbah, a mediator close to President Trump, says Israel and US left Doha talks too soon, claims gaps with Hamas were bridgeable and will now work independently.

Palestinian-American mediator cuts ties with US negotiating team

Two nephews of Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike

Two nephews of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya killed in Israeli artillery strike while returning home in Gaza.

Two nephews of Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike

London:

London: Hundreds arrested at anti-Israel demonstration

Police in London arrested 365 protesters backing banned group Palestine Action, citing assaults on officers and violent acts that led to the group’s proscription in July.

London: Hundreds arrested at anti-Israel demonstration

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

During a Gaza tour with COGAT, Israeli journalist Natali Dadon documented vast amounts of aid left in the sun, accusing UN agencies of failing to distribute it.

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

Last-ditch effort to reach deal with Hamas before Gaza conquest

White House envoy Steve Witkoff meets Qatari Prime Minister in Spain discuss a plan for ending the war, Israeli official notes such a deal would be unacceptable to Hamas and thus 'futile.'

Last-ditch effort to reach deal with Hamas before Gaza conquest

Over antisemitic posts

Adelphi University puts SJP on probation over antisemitic posts

Adelphi University places its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter on probation after social media posts created a hostile environment for Jewish students.

Adelphi University puts SJP on probation over antisemitic posts

Rubio:

Rubio: Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.

Rubio: Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism

Norway’s $2 trillion fund to review Israeli investments

Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will review its Israeli investments amid growing ethical concerns over the Gaza conflict.

Norway’s $2 trillion fund to review Israeli investments

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: We will free Gaza from Hamas, not occupy it

Prime Minister Netanyahu clarifies Israel’s objectives in Gaza, stating the plan approved by the Cabinet aims to demilitarize Gaza, establish a peaceful civilian administration, and prevent future threats to Israel, while securing the release of hostages.

Netanyahu: We will free Gaza from Hamas, not occupy it

IDF soldier killed in tragic accident near Be’er Sheva

An IDF soldier, about 20 years old, killed in a tragic traffic accident on Route 222, south of Be’er Sheva. The vehicle collided with a safety barrier, MDA medics pronounce the soldier dead at the scene. A joint investigation is underway.

IDF soldier killed in tragic accident near Be’er Sheva

Protest outside DM's home

Hostage families protest outside Katz’s home: Until they return, it’s not Shabbat for us

Captivity survivors and families of hostages hold Kabbalat Shabbat in front of Defense Minister Israel Katz's home: "On Fridays in captivity, we would make kiddush over water and say the blessing over bread. Until all the hostages return, we will not have a real Shabbat meal.”

Hostage families protest outside Katz’s home: Until they return, it’s not Shabbat for us

Watch:

15-year-old escapes from police station

The youngster was brought to the Zevulun police station after being suspected of theft and participating in a brawl. Police are scanning the area.

15-year-old escapes from police station

Advisor to PM: 'Nonsense. Fake.'

Advisor to PM Yonatan Urich attacks the article published about him in the Yedioth Ahronoth daily, calling it 'distorted, false, misleading, and one-sided.'

Advisor to PM: 'Nonsense. Fake.'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attacks UK Prime Minister

US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, attacks the Prime Minister of the UK on Twitter, 'So is Israel expected to surrender to Hamas and feed them despite the hostages being starved?'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attacks UK Prime Minister