How Hamas is using Trump's plan to cement its power in Gaza
Palestinian Arab sources say terror group names governors, maintains tax collection as Israeli assessment warns influence will persist.
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Due to security tensions
Due to security tensions: Lufthansa extends night flights to Tel Aviv
The company announced that the night flights to Tel Aviv will continue with a stopover in Athens at least until March 6, and flight times will be extended due to the stopover.
Malcolm Hoenlein:
Malcolm Hoenlein: Remove Iran, shift the Middle East balance
Malcolm Hoenlein tells Arutz Sheva Iran remains the central threat to Israel, warns negotiations must ensure full compliance, and says the region stands at a critical moment.
World leaders gather in DC for first meeting of Trump Board of Peace
Foreign Minister Sa'ar is representing Israel at the first meeting of the 28-member state Board of Peace.
How the IDF gathered critical information on hostages in Gaza tunnels
Mako report reveals how the security establishment managed to gather information on hostages held captive in Gaza's tunnels.
As conflict with Iran looms
As conflict with Iran looms, Jerusalem municipality prepares for emergency situation
In the coming days, a comprehensive emergency information booklet will be distributed to residents' mailboxes and various digital platforms.
Bennett attacked after calling for unity government
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett calls for unity government, drawing attacks from other opposition leaders.
Former Justice Minister: This is why the opposition is failing
Former Justice Minister Haim Ramon explains why Knesset's opposition is not managing to recover, pointing accusatory finger at its leader, MK Yair Lapid.
Drama in Britain:
Drama in Britain: King Charles's brother arrested
Former Prince Andrew, King Charles's brother, has been arrested on suspicion of improper conduct in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Final version of Draft Law to be presented soon
Knesset committee to receive final version of Draft Law, haredi party expresses concerns that harsher sanctions could interfere with yeshiva students' right to study Torah.
Public exhibit in Turkey features motifs of blood libel
The Movement to Combat Antisemitism says the exhibit reproduces motifs of historical accusations attributed to Jews over the centuries.
Historic building returned to Crimea's Jews
Talmud Torah building in Simferopol, Crimea, returned to local Jewish community after Russian President Vladimir Putin's intervention.
Senior Netanyahu advisor's appointment as ambassador delayed
The chief of staff in the Prime Minister’s Office decided to postpone the appointment of Tzachi Braverman as ambassador, following allegations that he helped cover up a leak of classified information.
Ben-Gvir to AG: We will not agree to be blackmailed
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir attacked the Attorney General over her position on surveillance tools in the police, saying she was only interested in using them for political reasons.
Rare find uncovered in Susya
Rare find uncovered in Susya excavation demonstrates integrity of ancient community's residents.
Mother Of Fallen Soldier:
Mother Of Fallen Soldier: 'I'm not angry - at the soldier or the army'
Hadas, the mother of Sgt. Ofri Yafe, a soldier in the Paratroopers reconnaissance unit who was killed in crossfire during an operation in Khan Yunis, spoke about a message she received from one of her son’s comrades apologizing for his fate.
Holocaust survivor completes aliyah, surrounded by four generations
Charlotte Roth, 96-year-old Holocaust survivor, makes aliyah surrounded by four generations of descendants.
Terror widower announces engagement
Hananel Gez, whose wife Tze'ela was murdered on her way to the delivery room, announces engagement.
Israeli sources: US ready for attack, waiting for Trump
US forces 'locked and ready' for widescale strike on Iran, sources say.
Watch:
Watch: IDF demolishes house of terrorist who killed Aharon Cohen
IDF forces demolished the house of the terrorist who carried out the attack at Gush Etzion Junction three months ago.
IDF hits Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon
IDF launches strikes on Hezbollah's terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon, targeting weapons depots and missile launchers.
Unthinkable Looting:
Unthinkable Looting: Three sentenced for plundering bodies at the Supernova festival
Three Israelis stole property from victims of the Supernova festival just hours after the massacre.
Chief Rabbi: Supreme Court has no authority over Western Wall
Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi Kalman Bar says Western Wall not under Supreme Court's authority, should not become a place of protests and physical altercations.
After brutal crackdown:
After brutal crackdown: US imposes new visa restrictions on Iranian officials
Trump administration imposes new visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and telecom leaders following last month’s brutal crackdown on anti-regime protesters.
Russian FM:
Russian FM: US attack on Iran would have 'serious consequences'
Russian FM Sergei Lavrov warns that any new US strike on Iran would have "serious consequences," as Washington prepares for potential military action and continues talks.
Youths attacked in Jerusalem, police detain the victims
Jewish youths attacked in the Muslim Quarter by an Arab assailant. Police subsequently detain the victims for questioning. Attorney Nati Rom: "A blatant violation of the Youth Law."
Bennett:
Bennett: Tucker Carlson is a ‘phony’ spouting lies about Israel
Former PM Naftali Bennett slams Tucker Carlson for claiming he was detained at Ben Gurion Airport, calling the commentator a "phony" who spouted lies and never even stepped foot in the country.
Ambassador Waltz:
Ambassador Mike Waltz: Hamas must and will disarm
US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz tells the UN that Hamas must disarm before reconstruction.
Report:
Report: US military ready for Iran strikes as early as Saturday
Top US officials inform Trump the military is ready for potential strikes on Iran as early as Saturday, but the President has not yet made a final decision. US official: 90% chance of war in the coming weeks.
Watch:
Watch: MK Tibi and driver caught speeding
MK Ahmed Tibi and his driver filmed driving at an excessive speed of 155 km/h. The incident concludes with the driver's license being summarily revoked.
Caught in a lie?
Tucker Carlson claims he was detained in Israel. US Embassy: Routine passport control
Carlson alleges detention after Huckabee interview; US Embassy denies claim, says routine security checks applied at Ben Gurion.
Sa’ar blasts UN 'anti-Israeli obsession' at Security Council
Ahead of a Security Council session, Gideon Sa’ar denounces 85 nations, defends Jewish rights to the land, and backs President Trump’s Gaza plan.
'Impersonating Officer' to serve sentence in psychiatric hospital
Assaf Shmuelevitz, the officer accused of a series of serious security offenses, admitted to all charges but claimed that he acted while not responsible for his actions.
Israeli official:
Israeli official: High level of preparedness for US strike on Iran
Israeli official says there is a high level of preparedness for an American strike on Iran, while stressing that President Trump has yet to make any final decisions.
The moving post written by fallen soldier Ofri Yafe
Hanoch Daum posted on social media a post that Ofri Yafe wrote on October 8, 2023 - one day after the Simchat Torah massacre.
Iran building concrete shield over damaged Parchin facility
Satellite images show extensive work has been carried out at the Parchin military complex, fortification work at other sites that were struck in the 12-Days War.
Herzog warns: Iran’s ruthless regime must end
At the CMCC, President Herzog accuses Iran’s regime of slaughtering thousands and calls for an end to its reign of terror during Ramadan remarks.
Due to domestic politics
Israel-India ties under threat due to domestic politics
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid threatens to abstain from a plenary special session in honor of Prime Minister Narendra Modi if Supreme Court President is not invited.
'Moral absurdity'
'Moral absurdity:' Iran elected vice-chair of UN Charter Committe
Iran was elected today to the position of vice-chair of the United Nations Charter Committee. Amb. Danon: ' A country that systematically violates the basic principles of the UN cannot sit in a leadership position that deals with strengthening them.'
Will the skies close? A dramatic move by the Histadrut
The Histadrut has declared a wide-scale labor dispute in the aviation sector following the intention to establish a Wizz Air operations base in Israel, without consulting with the workers.
