IDF Chief recounts:
IDF Chief recounts: How the decision was made to strike Iran
During the IAF Pilots' Course graduation, IDF Chief of Staff Zamir recounted the moments leading up to the historic Operation Rising Lion.
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Draft Law:
Draft Law: Who has the ability to defer yeshiva students' service?
Legal adviser warns proposed Draft Law lacks criteria for when Defense Minister may exempt yeshiva students; haredi MK slams focus on appeasing Supreme Court.
At National Insurance committees
National Insurance Psychiatrist made offensive remarks to Nova survivors
A psychiatrist made offensive remarks to Nova festival survivors during National Insurance Institute hearings, prompting complaints of psychological harm and a review of committee procedures.
Watch
Watch: Police applaud Ben Gvir's Comments on death penalty
The Minister of National Security spoke at a ceremony at the Police College in Beit Shemesh, and when he referred to the death penalty law for terrorists, he received thunderous applause.
Revealed:
Revealed: In Haifa haredi neighborhood, 95% of homes lack protection
Knesset committee holds discussion on Hadar neighborhood of Haifa, where 80% of residents are elderly and children, and 95% of the homes lack bomb shelters. 'This is truly a matter of saving lives.'
Judge criticized for calling attacker 'the deceased'
The Judicial Complaints Commissioner warned against wording that downplays the severity of criminal actions even if the attacker has already died.
Shepherd released after being attacked and firing his handgun
Police released a shepherd who fired and wounded three Bedouins who attacked him and his companions with stones near Anatot.
Sydney victim saved policeman:
Jewish Sydney hero: Give me your gun or we'll both die
Leibel Lazaroff, 21, severely injured in the Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre, saved a police officer's life and attempted to stop the terrorist.
IDF dismantles Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon
IDF strikes several Hezbollah launch sites in southern Lebanon, dismantling military structures and terrorist infrastructure. 'Sites sites constitute a violation of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon.'
Zvi Yehezkeli: Lebanese Army cannot disarm Hezbollah
Arab affairs analyst Zvi Yehezkeli warns Hezbollah has infiltrated Lebanon's army too deeply for it to be able to disarm the terror group.
Potential link to Ron Arad?
Potential link to Ron Arad? New details emerge on Lebanese official's abduction
Swedish citizens kidnapped Lebanese security official Ahmad Shukr before one of them left the country, new report reveals.
Khan al-Ahmar:
Khan al-Ahmar: State again asks court for extension of demolition case
The state requested an additional 30-day extension to file its response to a petition by the Regavim movement, citing the prime minister's trip to Washington and 'urgent consultations.'
Third rescue in 24 hours:
Third rescue in 24 hours: Mother and daughter extracted from PA territory
A young Jewish woman was seen wandering with her son in Bethlehem and were rescued by the IDF. It is the third case of Israelis entering PA territory within 24 hours.
Jerusalem security fence:
At Jerusalem security fence: 6,000 infiltrations weekly by PA Arabs
Security establishment waging intense war against surge in infiltrations by Palestinian Authority Arabs entering Israel through breaches in Jerusalem-area security fence.
After Bondi Beach massacre:
600 global officials send solidarity letter to Australian mayor after Bondi Beach attack
Nearly 600 elected leaders worldwide send letter of solidarity to Australian mayor after Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre.l
Houthis, Yemeni government agree to exchange nearly 3,000 prisoners
Yemen’s warring parties agree to exchange nearly 3,000 prisoners after Oman talks, marking the largest swap in 11 years and raising cautious hopes for advancing peace efforts.
France probes antisemitic attack on Jewish child at Paris airport
France opens probe after video shows man harassing a Jewish boy at Paris airport, ordering him to “free Palestine.” Police vow to identify the suspect and combat antisemitic acts.
Georgetown University drops anti-Israel UN rapporteur
Georgetown University removes UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese after UN Watch exposed her antisemitic remarks and support for terrorism, prompting wide international condemnation.
Eli Feldstein:
Eli Feldstein: Netanyahu knew about the document - he was behind the leak to Bild
Qatar Gate suspect Eli Feldstein talks about a conference call he claims took place with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Yonatan Urich after the document was leaked to the German newspaper Bild.
Poll: Likud, Bennett strengthen as coalition and opposition tie
A Channel 13 poll shows Likud and Naftali Bennett’s new party gaining strength, while the coalition and opposition blocs are tied at 55 seats each, with Arab parties holding the balance.
Confirmed:
Confirmed: Western Libyan Chief of Staff killed in plane crash
The plane of the Chief of Staff of Western Libya, Mohammed al-Haddad, was lost after reporting an electronic malfunction, as it returned from Ankara.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich:
Min. Smotrich gives green light to building 126 housing units, schools and roads in Sa-Nur
Supreme Planning Council to approve comprehensive construction plans in Sa-Nur. Minister Smotrich: 'Sa-Nur is returning home not with slogans, but with plans, budgets, roads and facts on the ground.'
Draft Law:
Tensions rise in United Torah Judaism over draft law targeting yeshiva students
Agudat Yisrael accuses Degel Hatorah of supporting sanctions on Torah students, pointing to nightly arrests of yeshiva students and insisting its actions follow guidance from Torah scholars.
Bennett accuses
Bennett accuses: 'The worst betrayal in Israel's history'
The former prime minister called on the Shin Bet and the police to investigate what the prime minister knew about the 'Qatargate'affair and wondered 'Why is Netanyahu silent?'
Deputy ISA chief resigns due to disagreements with David Zini
The head of the General Security Service, David Zini, has accepted the request of his deputy, S., to end his position in the near future, after 30 years of service in the organization.
AI:
Hostage Ran Gvili addresses President Trump in AI video plea
An AI video shows hostage Staff Sgt. Ran Gvili personally appealing to Trump to bring him home from Gaza. 'I’m asking you to see this through… bring me home before it's too late.' His mother described hearing his voice as 'both emotional and sad.'
Civil Admin. moves to new civilian building in Binyamin, step toward de facto sovereignty
Civil Administration’s civilian units relocate from military base to permanent facility in Sha’ar Binyamin, 'a historic step toward separating military and civilian life and advancing de facto sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.'
Report in Lebanon
Report in Lebanon: Officer kidnapped due to connection to Ron Arad's abduction
Former Lebanese security officer Ahmad Shukr has disappeared. Lebanese sources claim he may have been kidnapped by Israel in an intelligence operation
Smotrich signs order: VAT exemption limit increased to $150
Finance Minister Smotrich's move raises the VAT exemption ceiling for purchases from abroad. Business owners oppose the move.
Greta Thunberg:
Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest supporting Palestine Action hunger strikers
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was arrested at a London protest, while holding a sign reading, “I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide.”
UK
UK: 2 men convicted for plot to massacre hundreds of Jews
Walid Saadaoui and Amar Hussein were convicted of planning a mass murder attack against Jews in the UK, preparing to arm themselves with automatic rifles for the purpose.
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Winter:
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Winter: 'Israel seeks peace, Palestinians seek our destruction'
Brig.-Gen. (res.) Ofer Winter warned at the Jabotinsky Conference that Israel misreads Palestinian intentions, arguing that talk of a “day after” in Gaza fueled false hopes, calling for decisive action and a clear rejection of a Palestinian state.
Under Secretary of State:
Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg: Hanukkah reminds us light must be actively chosen
Under Secretary of State Jacob S. Helberg wrote on social media that Hanukkah teaches the need for moral clarity and principled leadership in confronting rising antisemitism, praising President Trump’s consistent stance on the issue.
Iran stops gas supplies to Iraq
'Unforseen circumstances' lead to sudden cutoff of Iranian gas shipments, severely affecting Iraq's ability to provide electricity to its populace.
Risk of 10/7-style attack:
State Comptroller issues severe warning for Jerusalem area - risk of 10/7-style attack
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman examined the effectiveness of the barrier and the crossings around Jerusalem and found serious deficiencies in operation, security, and supervision.
"Self-defense": Suspects in Jaffa attack released
Three Jewish suspects in the attack on a pregnant Arab woman last Saturday in Jaffa have been released from custody. Their lawyer said the court accepted their version of the incident.
Israel Dog Unit trains with IDF special forces
The Israel Dog Unit took part in an extended overnight training exercise this week alongside the Israel Defense Forces’ Haruv special forces unit, marking a first-of-its-kind drill for the Haruv unit.
Remains of Itamar Schlesinger found 2 years after he went missing
Itamar Schlesinger from Ramat Gan went missing in September 2023 after a minor car accident in the village of Ein Hod. After more than two years of searches, his remains were found 600 meters from the accident site.
'Kill a Jew today'
Suspect in Crown Heights antisemitic stabbing arrested
Attacker shouted that he was going to "kill a Jew today" before committing stabbing, victim says.
Mother delivers her own granddaughter in Har Bracha
Yedida Rosenberg, a Magen David Adom medic and mother of eight, delivered her 22-year-old daughter's baby and became a grandmother.
