Sa’ar warns UK:
Sa’ar warns UK: If Britain acts against Israel, Israel will act
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar warns Britain of retaliation if London imposes sanctions over Israeli construction plans in the E1 area.
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Winter to supporters:
Winter tells supporters: Don’t be swayed by the pressure, we are the right
At a rally for his new party, Ofer Winter tells activists, “Don’t be swayed by the pressure. We represent the true voice of the Israeli people and will sit with Netanyahu."
First time since June:
First time since June: UAV infiltrates Israel from Lebanon, sirens in northern Israel
Sirens sound in the Galilee panhandle for the first time in months following suspected drone infiltration. The IDF launches interceptors at a suspicious target. No injuries reported.
'Strengthening our friendship'
'We are strengthening our friendship': Netanyahu, Herzog welcome Congo President
Netanyahu and Herzog meet Congo President Tshisekedi as Israel and the DRC agree to strengthen economic, security and diplomatic ties.
Designed to hit US carriers
Report: Russia secretly helped Iran develop missiles designed to hit US carriers
A Financial Times report says Russia secretly helped Iran develop advanced missiles designed to strike US Navy aircraft carriers in the Middle East.
Killer could face death penalty
Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial, killer could face death penalty
A Utah judge rules Tyler Robinson will stand trial for aggravated murder in Charlie Kirk's 2025 shooting, a charge that could bring the death penalty.
IAEA:
IAEA: Syrian site struck by Israel in 2007 consistent with a nuclear reactor
The IAEA says a Syrian site bombed by Israel in 2007 held infrastructure consistent with a nuclear reactor and that Assad-era authorities failed to declare nuclear activities.
New European initiative could hurt Israel
A new EU initiative calls for changing foreign policy decision-making, replacing unanimity with qualified-majority voting.
After US strikes
Iran fires missiles at US bases in Jordan after American strikes
Iran launches ballistic missiles toward US bases in Jordan after American strikes on Iran.
Netanyahu responds:
Netanyahu responds to the controversy: There was a failure, not a betrayal
The Prime Minister responds to criticism of his wife’s comments: “There was a major failure on October 7, but not a betrayal. My wife did not say that either."
Haredi commander responds to Shas council member’s call and quits IDF
A haredi commander serving in a classified technological unit in the IDF resigned following a direct instruction he received from a Shas Council of Torah Sages member.
Sara Netanyahu fires back at Yair Golan
Sara Netanyahu’s attorney sent a warning letter to Yair Golan in response to his demand for an apology. The letter claims that it was Golan who defamed her over the years.
Dramatic arrest:
Dramatic arrest: Al Jazeera airs footage of Hamas security chief shot before capture
Al Jazeera publishes footage showing the moments when Hamas’s internal security commander was shot, seconds before his capture.
Shin Bet raids terrorist's home
Shin Bet raids terrorist's home | New details from the arrest of a senior Hamas official
In a joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a terrorist working to reestablish the organization in northern Gaza was arrested and taken to Israel for questioning.
Trump
Trump: 'If Iran retaliates, it will be struck even harder'
US President comments on US strikes in Iran, warns Iran not to further escalate the conflict.
Poll:
Poll: 72.5% of Israelis reject cuts to Jewish studies in state schools
A Tzohar poll finds 72.5% of Israelis prefer to maintain the current level of Jewish, traditional and heritage studies or expand them, compared with just 18.1% who favor reducing them.
US launches strikes in Iran in Strait of Hormuz area
The US has reportedly begun launching airstrikes in Iran.
Head of Hamas Internal Security arrested in Gaza
ISA special forces entered a structure in the Gaza City area and apprehended the head of Hamas’ Internal Security in the Gaza Strip.
CNN commentator Scott Jennings honored for staunch support of Israel and Jewish people
CNN analyst Scott Jennings, a staunch Israel supporter and honored by the Israel Justice Organization, warns Judeo-Christian tradition is under attack in US, called for its restoration to help put America back on course.
Elections in Brazil on Jewish holiday; thousands demand extending voting hours
Brazil’s elections will fall on Simchat Torah this year, with polls set to close at 5 pm, before the holiday ends. A petition signed by thousands seeks to extend voting until 8 pm near Jewish communities.
'Be proud of who you are'
Holocaust survivor: 'Never let hatred define you; be proud of who you are'
Hundreds of thousands of Jewish students to receive personal letter and video message from Nate Leipciger, a 98-year-old Holocaust survivor, as they return to campus for the new academic year
Yair Golan to Sara Netanyahu
Yair Golan to Sara Netanyahu: Apologize or face massive lawsuit
The Democrats chairman sent a pre-litigation warning letter to the prime minister’s wife, demanding that she apologize within 24 hours for remarks she made about him in an interview.
For third consecutive time: Interest rate cut
The interest rate will now stand at 3.25%, and as a result, the prime rate, on which most loans and mortgages in the economy are based, will fall to 4.75%.
Anti-Israel protesters disrupt wounded IDF veterans’ campus tour in California
Despite an aggressive anti-Israel protest at their first US campus event, wounded IDF veterans Eliyahu Green and Ariel Saat vowed to continue sharing their stories of October 7, combat and recovery with students across the US.
12 prison service personnel charged in death of security prisoner
The State Attorney’s Office has filed an indictment against 12 Israel Prison Service personnel. According to the indictment, they assaulted prisoners at Ketziot Prison, and one of them died from the beating.
IDF strikes Hamas commander in northern Gaza to remove threat
The eliminated terrorist had advanced attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and operated to rehabilitate the capabilities of Hamas.
Rio Jewish school sees enrollment surge after parents buy it
The Chai School in Rio de Janeiro has grown from 163 to 210 students in six months after parents took over the struggling institution with support from the Yael Foundation.
Givati APC case
Chief Rabbinate Council Member seeks Rabbinate intervention in Givati APC case
Rabbi Eliezer Weisz urges the Chief Rabbinate to intervene after Givati soldiers were punished for refusing to ride in an APC with a female paramedic.
Israel confirms:
Israel confirms unusual operation in Gaza, senior Hamas terrorist arrested
Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms a senior Hamas terrorist was captured in Gaza following reports of heavy gunfire and airstrikes in Gaza City.
'Mother's love embraces you'
Tali Dee weds, carrying her mother and sisters’ memories with her
Tali Dee marries Ariel Rosenfeld in her murdered mother Lucy’s wedding dress, with touching tributes to her sisters Maia and Rina under the chuppah.
‘Regards from the terrorists’:
‘Regards from the terrorists’: Message to Huckabee at torched mosque
Suspected Jewish rioters torch a mosque in Samaria and leave threatening graffiti targeting journalist Roy Sharon and US Ambassador Mike Huckabee.
Special delivery:
Special delivery: Police catch alleged courier robbers ‘red-handed’
Three suspects are charged with using fake delivery orders to lure couriers into ambushes in Lod and Ramla, allegedly stealing tens of thousands of shekels.
Knesset Speaker furious after posters target his children
Amir Ohana says posters were placed along his children’s entire route to school, accusing his political opponents of crossing a dangerous line.
Treason conspiracy theory
Yair Golan announces lawsuit against Sara Netanyahu over ‘treason’ remarks
Yair Golan says he will sue Sara Netanyahu after she questioned his early arrival on October 7; Gadi Eisenkot condemns her remarks and backs Golan.
Water worries return:
Water worries return: Most Israeli desalination plants shut down again
Most Israeli desalination facilities go offline for the second time in 24 hours due to seawater turbidity; officials say household supply continues.
2.6 million students return to schools as 2027 year begins
With a nationwide cellphone ban to AI lessons and financial education, millions of Israeli students are heading back to school for a year of major changes.
Operation Roaring Lion
Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran
Days after Israel braces for escalation, US pauses strikes on Iran, returning to negotiating table. Live Updates.
Caught asleep at the wheel of a Tesla: Driver questioned by police
A video showing a Tesla driver apparently asleep while the car was moving sparks online uproar. The 36-year-old driver questioned and released.
Relations begin to thaw
Danon meets Venezuelan UN envoy as Israel-Caracas relations begin to thaw
Israeli and Venezuelan UN ambassadors meet several weeks after the countries announced a move to restore consular ties.
On her way out of Likud?
On her way out of Likud? Tally Gotliv: I will consider joining another party
Amid reports of talks on leaving Likud, MK Tally Gotliv accuses the Prime Minister's inner circle of trying to undermine her in the party primaries.
