Moldova’s Prime Minister vows to combat antisemitism
Amid rising antisemitism across Europe: Moldova’s Prime Minister Dorin Recean meets Chief Rabbi Pinchas Salzman, pledging to prevent antisemitism from taking root.
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Nearly a decade later:
Nearly a decade later: Duma case torture complaint closed
Nearly ten years since the Duma arson case, the Ministry of Justice announced the closure of a minor's complaint alleging the ISA tortured suspects.
Historic return to Sa-Nur
A group of families advocating for returning to Sa-Nur today visited the former town in northern Samaria today, marking 20 years since their expulsion.
Haredi newspaper's front page announces 'war'
Yated Ne'eman headlines with the word 'War' following acts of enforcement against yeshiva students who refuse conscription, accuses Attorney General of attempting to create irreversible clash between State and haredi community.
Report:
Report: Trump to reduce criticism of Israel in new US report
US President Donald Trump has ordered a softened tone in the US State Department's annual human rights report, reducing criticism of three countries, including Israel, Washington Post report says.
Report:
Report: Trump considers intervening in New York’s Mayor race to stop Mamdani
President Trump reportedly considering stepping into New York’s mayoral race to prevent left-wing frontrunner Zohran Mamdani from winning.
Iran backs Hezbollah, rejects disarmament plan
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expresses support for Hezbollah’s rejection of Lebanon's plan to disarm the group, claims the group recovered after setbacks in last year’s war with Israel.
Death penalty sought
Hate crime charges filed in murders of Israeli Embassy workers, death penalty sought
Elias Rodriguez indicted for the murders of Israeli Embassy staffers Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, facing charges including premeditated murder and hate crimes. Justice Department authorized to pursue the death penalty if he is convicted.
Rubio:
Rubio: There will be no peace until Hamas is disbanded
In an interview with Fox Business, Secretary of State Rubio emphasizes that while humanitarian aid is vital, global attention must also focus on freeing the 20 hostages held by Hamas and disarming the terror group.
Knesset to go on recess, delaying Draft Law again
Knesset staff will go on recess for the last two weeks of August, causing further delays to the Draft Law and increasing frustration among haredi Knesset members.
IDF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon
IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon, hitting a weapons storage facility, a missile launcher, and engineering tools.
The Attorney General's new sanctions against yeshiva students
Yeshiva students currently benefit from a discount that reduces their social security contributions to 43 shekels per month. The attorney general is expected to rule that this benefit will be revoked.
Slain hostage's brother
Slain hostage's brother: 'We saw a video, a sign of life from the dead'
Danny Elgarat, whose brother Itzik was kidnapped to Gaza and murdered by Hamas terrorists, shared that the IDF succeeded in locating a message from his brother from the period before his death in captivity.
Smotrich
Smotrich: Without civil, economic strangulation of Hamas, no chance of winning war
Finance Minister Smotrich responds to reports that a special budget has been allocated for humanitarian aid in Gaza: "The Gazans don’t interest me, we must continue until we achieve victory."
'Declaration of war'
'Declaration of war' | Emergency meeting held at home of haredi leader
Rabbi Dov Lando convenes emergency meeting in Bnei Brak over detention of yeshiva students, accusing the State of waging a 'war on Torah students.'
Georgia
Georgia: 5 hurt in shooting at Fort Stewart, base put on lockdown
Fort Stewart in Georgia was under lockdown on Wednesday due to an active shooter incident. The shooter has been apprehended and the injured soldiers have been taken to the hospital.
The failed attempt to convince an AI to turn against Netanyahu
Attorney Itai Leshem, who is being sued by Prime Minister Netanyahu for over half a million shekels, tried to convince the "Grok" AI engine on X network that Netanyahu is the most corrupt prime minister in Israeli history. The AI refused to agree with him.
Channel 12 and CNN anchors write novel confronting antisemitism
CNN's Bianna Golodryga and Channel 12's Yonit Levi aim to equip young readers with tools to recognize antisemitism, build empathy, and speak out against bullying and bias in their daily lives.
Israel climbs to top 8 in Europe for investments in the UK
New UK government report shows Israeli companies advancing despite geopolitical challenges.
Haredi official
Haredi official: 'This is the most difficult period for the haredi community'
Amidst military police raids on haredi strongholds in an attempt to arrest yeshiva students who are draft dodgers, a senior haredi official claims that this is the most challenging time for his community.
PM Netanyahu meets with Republican Congressional delegation
Prime Minister discusses humanitarian issues, Hamas' false campaign, and expanding Abraham Accords; US Rep. Hamadeh thanks for support of Druze in Syria.
Watch
Watch: Terrorists arrested while enjoying leisure activity in Ramallah
In a joint operation by the IDF, the police and the Shin Bet, two terrorists who were released from prison last year and subsequently tried to establish a terrorist cell in Ramallah were arrested.
Madison Square Garden
Madison Square Garden: Thousands on their feet sing Ishay Ribo's Sibat Hasibot
Ishay Ribo just released the official live video of 'Sibat Hasibot' from his second sold-out show at Madison Square Garden.
Israeli musician questioned over alleged incitement to violence
Efraim Shamir, a member of the Israeli band Kaveret, summoned by Lahav 433’s Cyber Unit for social media posts; denies accusations, claims he opposes violence.
Herzog:
Herzog: 'We urge the world not to fall for Hamas’s lies'
In meeting with President Alar Karis of Estonia, President Herzog contrasts the real images of starved Israeli hostages with the false claims Israel is starving Gazans.
Lapid to Netanyahu: Conquering Gaza is a bad mistake
Following a security update by the Prime Minister, the Opposition Leader voiced his opposition to the plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip. 'We will pay prices that are too great.'
Woman found dead in Jerusalem apartment
Police and forensic teams have launched an investigation after a woman was found dead in an apartment in the Armon Hanatziv neighborhood of Jerusalem.
Widespread operations:
Widespread operations: IDF takes out Hamas terrorists, launchers, and weapons facility
Terrorists eliminated in Daraj Tuffah and Beit Hanoun; tunnel shafts, launchers, and weapons production sites destroyed in coordinated strikes.
Against International Pressure:
Against International Pressure: South Sudanese minister visits Binyamin and Samaria
South Sudan's Foreign Minister visited Samaria and Binyamin despite growing international pressure to isolate Israel and recognize a Palestinian state.
What'sApp premieres new anti-scamming feature
WhatsApp has launched a new tool that limits joining foreign groups and prevents fraud and exposure of personal details.
Live drama:
Serbian minister suffers stroke during live interview
Serbian Public Investment Minister Drako Glišić suffers stroke live on air during an interview and is rushed to hospital; ,President Aleksandar Vučić visits, reports signs of improvement.
Study:
Study: Talmudic sages were active participants in ancient Mediterranean wine culture
New research from University of Haifa reveals rabbinic familiarity with vine cultivation, integration of Jewish law into broader agricultural traditions of Roman-Byzantine world.
Heatwave hits Israel: Scorching temperatures expected this weekend
Israel bracing for extreme heat over weekend, with soaring temperatures and intense humidity across the country.
Binyamin Region leader:
Binyamin Region leader: 'We're facing challenges, but we're strong because of you'
Binyamin Region leaders underline significance of Speaker Mike Johnson’s recent visit to Ancient Shiloh, Governor Yisrael Ganz expresses deep gratitude for continued US support in Israel’s fight for a brighter future.
How Hamas stages scenes of suffering
A new investigation raises serious allegations against Anas Zayed Patia, a Gazan photographer accused of staging suffering scenes to serve Hamas propaganda.
Bnei Brak teacher passes away during Dead Sea trip
Yehuda Avraham Shalom Gross, dedicated teacher, tragically passes away at 42 while on a trip to the Dead Sea.
Former Minister calls for drastic action against Qatar
Former Minister Yoaz Hendel urged the Israeli government to take drastic measures against Qatar and target Hamas leaders within its territory.
Defense Minister Katz defends IDF Chief of Staff amid criticism
Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to Yair Netanyahu’s criticism of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, praising his leadership in tackling security challenges and emphasizing IDF’s offensive operations and commitment to achieving war objectives.
'Death To The IDF':
'Death To The IDF': Arson and graffiti against American IDF veteran in Missouri
Three cars were set on fire and antisemitic graffiti, including the phrase “Death to the IDF,” was spray-painted in a residential neighborhood in St. Louis, late Tuesday night.
Swedish government won't impose boycott on Israel
Christian Democratic Party retracts support, proposal seen as encouraging Hamas is off the table.
