New record in executions in Iran
A report by rights group HRANA reveals that at least 1,922 people were executed in Iran in 2025, a sharp rise from the previous year.
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Grandfather recounts:
Grandfather recounts: We were miraculously saved from the terror attack
Gilo Obnish, resident of northern Israel, recounts how he and his grandson were miraculously saved from the deadly double terror attack - by a matter of mere seconds.
Revealed:
Revealed: The first ID card showing a Jewish resident of Samaria
The Samaria Regional Council unveiled the story of the first Israeli identity card issued to a Jewish resident of Samaria, Baruch Ben Yosef of Elon Moreh.
Israel braces for week of stormy weather
Rain, thunderstorms, and flooding expected to persist through most of the week; snow predicted for Mount Hermon.
Watch:
Watch: Masked gang sets vehicles on fire in Givat Bar
Detectives from the Rahat station arrested several suspects in the arson of vehicles in Givat Bar overnight. It is believed to have been in retaliation for a nearby police operation.
Somalia requests urgent UN session following Somaliland recognition
UN Security Council to convene for urgent session on Monday following Israel's recognition of Somaliland.
Weapon stolen from soldier who fell asleep on a bus
Police arrest suspect in his 40s, recover weapon stolen from IDF soldier.
Shots fired near checkpoint, suspect arrested
Shots fired near the security fence by Hasmonean checkpoint, suspect arrested. 'Shooting was carried out for hunting purposes.'
'No phase two without Ran':
'No phase two without Ran': Families demand return of last hostage before next step
Hundreds join a moving Kabbalat Shabbat in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, urging unity and demanding Hamas return Ran Gvili, the last Israeli hostage whose body remains in Gaza.
France:
France: Three women stabbed in Paris metro, suspect arrested
Police arrest a man accused of stabbing three women at Paris metro stations; prosecutors say no terror link.
Netanyahu declares:
Netanyahu declares: Israel recognizes Somaliland as an independent state
Israel officially recognizes Somaliland as an independent state, a move criticized by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey, and Djibouti.
After deadly terror attack
IDF, Shin Bet launch operation in Qabatiya after deadly northern Israel attack
Israeli forces launch a major raid in Qabatiya after two people were murdered in a deadly terror attack in northern Israel. The IDF and Shin Bet are mapping the attacker’s home and detaining suspects.
Aviv Maor and Mordechai Shimshon killed in terror attack
Aviv Maor (19) was stabbed to death near Tel Yosef; Mordechai Shimshon (68) was rammed in hit-and-run attack.
Following terrorist attack:
President Isaac Herzog Speaks to Beit She’an Mayor Noam Jumaa
Following the murderous terrorist attack in northern Israel, President Isaac Herzog expresses profound shock at the killing spree in the combined terror attack carried out by a despicable terrorist.
Following double terror attack: IDF prepares to enter Qabatiya
Beit She'an terrorist identified as 37-year-old Ahmad al-Roub, a 37-year-old Qabatiya resident, Defense Minister orders Qabatiya terror infrastructure decimated.
New poll indicates coalition parties' support stable
New poll gives Likud party 25 Knesset seats, with Naftali Bennett's party in second place.
Following intelligence:
Following intelligence: Prison Service moves terrorist to solitary confinement
Israel Prison Service moves high-profile terrorist Mahmiud Atallah to solitary confinement following intelligence reports.
IDF: Radwan Force training terrorists in Lebanon
IDF strikes Radwan Force training ground and weapon storage facilities in Lebanon.
Captivity survivor:
Captivity survivor: Rabbi Druckman’s teachings gave me strength during captivity
Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger describes how she miraculously received a prayer book and summary of Rabbi Haim Druckman's book during her time in captivity. 'It came at the moment when I did not expect it, and gave us strength.'
Parents and infant rescued from burning Jerusalem apartment
Four people injured by smoke inhalation as firefighters extinguish flames in apartment fire.
Winter weather makes a comeback, with snow and flood warnings
Heavy rainfall expected over weekend as police warn of flood risks and offer critical safety guidelines.
Since the Disengagement:
Israel's 20-year massive intelligence failure in Gaza
Since the 2005 Disengagement from Gaza, the ISA and Israeli intelligence have not had any significant informers in Hamas leadership, and thwarted other Israeli intelligence agencies' efforts in Gaza.
While recovering from surgery
Jair Bolsonaro endorses son’s presidential bid while recovering from surgery
From a hospital bed, Jair Bolsonaro endorses his son Flavio’s 2026 presidential run as he recovers from surgery.
Lebanese President:
Lebanese President: Diplomatic efforts have reduced risk of war with Israel
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says the threat of renewed war with Israel has eased thanks to diplomatic efforts and a de-escalation mechanism, despite ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Gallant responds:
Gallant responds: Let them release the footage, I have no problem
Former Defense Minister Gallant responds to Eli Feldstein’s claim that the Prime Minister’s Office holds footage against him: “Let them release the video - I have no problem with it.”
Romi Gonen reveals:
Romi Gonen reveals: The terrorist put a gun to my head and threatened me
Former hostage Romi Gonen speaks publicly for the first time about the assaults she endured in captivity. President Herzog: “This is sexual violence and a systematic attempt to crush the soul.”
Drama near Hebron:
Drama near Hebron: Border Police soldier enters PA territory, triggering security alert
A civilian reports seeing a woman in uniform entering an Arab vehicle near the Elias Junction, prompting an intensive search operation by Border Police and IDF forces.
Due to attacks on Christians
Trump orders US strikes on ISIS in Nigeria, citing attacks on Christians
US forces strike ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria after Trump’s order, responding to terrorist attacks on Christians. Trump calls the strikes “powerful and deadly" in a Truth Social post.
Pope Leo XIV quotes Israeli poet Yehuda Amichai in Christmas sermon
During his Christmas sermon at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV cites Israeli poet Yehuda Amichai’s poem, the only non-biblical source in his address.
Left-wing protest leader
Left-wing protest leader: 1,200 people were murdered because we didn't bring down govt
In an interview, Shikma Bressler claimed that the avoidance of protests against the government by many members of the public contributed to the events of October 7th.
Unusual incident on Egyptian border
An Israeli-Bedouin citizen was killed by gunfire from an IDF soldier and an armed civilian after being identified by them as a suspect in smuggling activities in a closed military area.
Times Square:
Times Square billboard sparks outrage with 'Jesus is Palestinian' message
A Times Square billboard draws criticism for being divisive and historically inaccurate, while ADC says it aims to highlight cultural connections between Christians, Arabs, and Muslims.
2nd time in under 2 weeks
2nd time in under 2 weeks: Soldier killed by gunfire at base in north
An IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north - less than two weeks after a previous incident in which another IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north.
Will indictment be annulled?
Will indictment be annulled? Incoming MAG to decide fate of Force 100 soldiers
President of the military court demands that prosecution respond to defense attorneys' request to drop indictments against Force 100 soldiers.
IDF bids farewell to the name 'Swords of Iron'
In accordance with the government’s decision, the Chief of Staff instructed the IDF to stop using the name "Swords of Iron" and to switch to "War of Redemption."
IDF probes shooting and ramming incident involving reservist near Dayr Jarir
IDF claims serious incident near Dayr Jarir a severe violation of authority and terminates reservist's service.
Face of terror in Gaza
Face of terror in Gaza: Mortar shells found hidden in children's blankets
The Northern Gaza Brigade destroyed terrorist infrastructure in the northern Gaza Strip, eliminated terrorists and located hidden weapons.
One dead in traffic accident near Ofra
Traffic accident between Palestinian Authority truck and Israeli car on Route 60 leaves man of about 30 dead.
Watch:
Watch: Captivity survivor Agam Berger and war widow Rachel Goldberg in moving duet
Freed hostage Agam Berger duets with war widow Rachel Goldberg in moving performance at educational conference.
Australia
Online antisemitic discourse in Australia multiplies after Bondi massacre
Diaspora Affairs Ministry finds that antisemitic social media posts in Australia rose from about 3,000 a daybefore the Bondi massacre to about 20,000 after the attack.
