'A Jewish mother'
Slain Bondi photographer was actually Jewish
Bondi victim, Peter Meagher, was revealed as Jewish right before his murder, and in those fateful minutes he donned tefillin.
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Lawlessness:
Lawlessness: Illegal residents climb over wall near Atarot
Videos taken today show Illegal residents crossing the security fence near Atarot, in the area from which the terrorist who carried out the attack on Friday entered.
Taiwan welcomes Israel's recognition of Somaliland
Taiwanese Foreign Ministry states that Taiwan, Israel, and Somaliland are "like-minded democratic partners sharing the values of democracy, freedom, and rule of law."
Arson:
Ben Gvir in Tarabin: 'We won't permit unruly behavior'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the village of Tarabin in the Negev and was attacked with rocks. Police dispersed the demonstrations.
Senior health fund leaders
Senior health fund leaders: Sanctions against vaccine refusers
The CEO of the Leumit Health Fund called for economic measures to be taken against those who refuse to vaccinate or vaccinate their children, following a decline in public vaccination participation.
55th Brigade completes 100 days of reserve duty in Southern Syria
The troops of the 55th Brigade have completed over 100 days of operational activity in the area and have successfully concluded their mission.
Atarot: Police officer lightly injured in ramming
A policeman working in the Atarot area of Jerusalem was run over by a driver who fled the scene of the incident. The hit-and-run driver's car was seized by the police.
Maor Youth Prize:
Nefesh B’Nefesh recognizes exceptional young olim for their contributions to Israel
Nine young immigrants are honored to receive the Maor Youth Prize for their leadership and service in communities across Israel, enriching Israeli society amidst the challenges of the past year
Heartbreaking post:
Father of terror victim Aviv Maor bids farewell to his daughter in a heartbreaking post
Tal Maor shared the unimaginable pain that his family has been suffering since the murderous attack, 'I would give my life for you could come back."
Yossi Dagan steps up pressure on Netanyahu
Ahead of the Prime Minister’s meeting with President Trump, the head of the Samaria Regional Council is demanding an immediate declaration of sovereignty and warning of a dangerous political vacuum.
Iranian group
Iranian group claims it hacked phone of Netanyahu’s Chief of Staff, Tzachi Braverman
The Hacker Group that leaked materials from Naftali Bennett's phone claims to also have sensitive materials from Tzachi Braverman's device, and they will be published soon.
IDF seals home of terrorist who murdered 2 in north
In the village of Qabatiya, IDF forces completed sealing off the home of the terrorist who carried out the ramming and stabbing attack in the north over the weekend.
Report: IDF considers recruiting children of foreign workers living in Israel
IDF considered recruiting thousands of children of foreign workers living in Israel. A small pilot, with Population Authority and Tel Aviv Municipality, did not materialize, due to legal, political and other considerations.
Severe weather
Severe weather: 3 trapped in floods in south, snow on Mt. Hermon
The stormy weather that began at the weekend will continue today and tonight floods and inundations were recorded in the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea area.
Amid heightened security
Turkey arrests three ISIS suspects amid heightened holiday security
Turkish police arrest three ISIS suspects in Malatya, as authorities raise security nationwide amid fears of possible terror attacks.
Georgetown confirms it cut ties with antisemitic UN official Albanese
Georgetown University confirms it cut ties with UN official Francesca Albanese after US sanctions over antisemitism and support for terror barred American institutions from affiliating with her.
US airstrikes hit ISIS and bandit targets in northwestern Nigeria
Nigerian government says US airstrikes targeted ISIS-linked terrorists, the Lakurawa jihadist group, and bandit gangs in Sokoto State.
Al-Shabaab threatens Israel over Somaliland recognition
Al-Shabaab terrorist organization vows to fight Israel after its recognition of Somaliland, accusing it of expansionism.
Reports in US:
Reports of heightened security nationwide as FBI probes New Year’s Eve threats
Law enforcement agencies warn Chicago’s New Year’s Eve event could be a target. Meanwhile, heightened security in New Orleans after a threat linked to extremist group was thwarted.
Iran’s President:
Iran’s President: We are at total war with the US, Israel, and Europe
Iranian President Pezeshkian accuses the US, Israel, and Europe of waging “total war” on Tehran, claiming their goal is to “bring the country to its knees” amid renewed strikes and sanctions.
Arab, Islamic states condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
Arab and Islamic foreign ministers condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, warning it endangers peace in the Horn of Africa and violates Somalia’s sovereignty.
Netanyahu to show Trump:
Netanyahu to show Trump: This is how Iran is working to rebuild its missile program
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ask US President Donald Trump for green light to attack Iran, stress Gaza plan won't advance until Hamas disarms and last hostage's body is returned to Israel.
Iranian hacker group threatens Netanyahu's flight
Iranian hacker group 'Handala' issues veiled threat to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of planned trip to Florida to meet US President Donald Trump.
Following terror attack:
Following terror attack: Chief of Staff orders reinforcements for Central Command forces
IDF Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir holds situational assessment following double terror attack, orders series of steps to improve security.
Avigdor Kahalani:
Avigdor Kahalani: 'Refugee camps in Judea and Samaria must be dismantled'
Former National Security Minister Avigdor Kahalani responds to double terror attack in northern Israel, urges dismantling of 'refugee' camps in Judea and Samaria.
Security forces seal Beit She'an terrorist's house
Dozens of suspects from the terrorist's city were arrested for questioning, and his house was sealed as a prelude to demolition.
Simcha Goldin: Until October 7, no one wanted to bring Hadar home
Simcha Goldin, father of killed and kidnapped IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, says Israel's governments were uninterested in bringing his body home until the war began on October 7, 2023.
Millions of euro bound for Hamas seized in Italy
Italian police arrested nine suspects, including the president of the Palestinians' association in the country, on suspicion that they raised millions of euros for Hamas under the guise of humanitarian aid.
EU slams Israel:
EU slams Israel: Somali territorial integrity key to peace and stability
European Union condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland, urges 'meaningful dialogue' between Somalia and Somaliland to 'resolve long standing differences.'
Likud statement infuriates haredi party
United Torah Judaism chief MK Yitzhak Goldknopf sharply condemns Shabbat-desecrating official Likud statement on Qatar Gate scandal.
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.
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.
