Vance:
Vance: US-Iran war will enter 'much different phase' within months
Vice President JD Vance says the US-Iran conflict will enter a “much different phase" within months as Washington pressures Tehran and restores traffic through Hormuz.
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Chilling
Chilling | Keshet Casarotti’s last call on October 7
In the recording, Keshet can be heard trying to call for medical assistance, describing the severe pain he was suffering and the paralyzing fear that left him unable to move.
IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Hamas Rafah Brigade commander eliminated in southern Gaza
IDF and Shin Bet confirm elimination of Nael Abu Obeid, Hamas’ Rafah Brigade commander and military operations chief. Netanyahu and Katz: "No terrorist is immune, and Hamas will not be in Gaza."
Rom Braslavski
Rom Braslavski: I’m afraid a Palestinian government will be established here
Captivity survivor Rom Braslavski spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and admitted that despite their disagreements, he is very apprehensive about giving his vote to the left.
Secret channel against Houthis
Secret channel against Houthis: Israel transfers intelligence to Saudi Arabia via US
Following a Saudi request to the United States, Israel has begun providing intelligence to Riyadh through Washington, based on the view that the Houthi threat is a regional problem.
Danon urges UN member states to boycott antisemitic Durban anniversary event
Israel’s UN ambassador calls on countries to skip the event marking 25 years since the Durban Conference, saying there is “no reason to celebrate" its legacy of antisemitism and anti-Israel incitement.
IDF turns to Shin Bet in 'Naza' investigation
The IDF has already begun an investigation by its Information Security Department and at several other units suspected of being sources of materials and information provided to the creators of the film “Naza."
Hostage survivor:
Hostage survivor: ‘I prayed not to be moved - then the IDF bombed the building’
Bar Kupershtein recounts the miraculous moment during his Gaza captivity when a canceled transfer kept him from a building later destroyed in an IDF strike.
US, Israeli and Arab military chiefs hold secret meeting in Germany
US, Israeli and Arab military chiefs hold secret Germany meeting on ongoing conflict with Iran and broader regional tensions.
Ed Sheeran says decision to drop Macklemore was not his
Singer says the promoter of his US tour was the one who made the decision to drop the rapper who used his appearances to bash Israel.
Families of Oct. 7 victims: “The time for reckoning has come"
Bereaved families, relatives of hostages and captivity survivors presented the “October 7 File," a document they say compiles facts about the policies and decisions that preceded the massacre.
Germany unveils powerful new combat vehicle built with Israeli defense technology
FTS and KSK present the new TAHR light airborne tactical vehicle to the German special forces command
Journalists' union backs Naza filmmakers, draws fierce backlash
The Union of Journalists defended the film's creators amid threats and violent reactions, prompting sharp criticism from journalists Amit Segal and Noam Amir.
IDF soldier investigated after shooting Palestinian in Samaria
Military Police open an investigation after an NCO-course soldier shot a Palestinian in the leg during a confrontation.
Watch:
Watch: Police chase ends on top of a school guard booth
Eilat man who never held a license allegedly fled police by car and on foot, climbed onto a school guard booth and threatened an officer and his family.
IDF eliminates two Hamas commanders who posed immediate danger
IDF eliminates Hamas commander Rafat Abu Zamar, who trained terrorists ahead of October 7, and a weapons producer as Hamas worked to rebuild its capabilities.
Britain:
Britain: Jewish patients hide their identity amid NHS antisemitism
A new investigation exposes Nazi gestures, threats, assaults and shocking antisemitic abuse in Britain's public health system.
Poll:
Poll: Nearly half of secular Israeli Jews fast on Yom Kippur
IDI poll finds 74% of Israeli Jews fast at least partially on Yom Kippur and 57% attend synagogue, including many who rarely attend during the year.
Historic peace deal ends five-year Gur Hasidic feud
After years of bitter division, lawsuits and violent clashes, Gur's leadership and Rabbi Shaul Alter's breakaway community have signed an unprecedented agreement pledging to end violence and turn the page.
Poll:
Poll: Nearly three-quarters of Jewish Israelis reject full Gaza pullout
JPPI survey finds 72% of Jewish Israelis reject leaving Gaza without a security perimeter, while support for occupying the entire Strip rises to 36%.
Footage from Lebanon:
Footage from Lebanon: IDF destroys 32 rockets aimed at Israel
IDF forces operating in the security zone locate and destroy a Hezbollah hideout and ready-to-use rocket launchers containing 32 rockets.
Haredi teen stabbed in Brooklyn synagogue
The incident reportedly followed an altercation that broke out inside the synagogue.
Private vs Maj. Gen.
IDF recruit arrested during uniformed protest against Major General Bluth
Enlisted IDF soldier stages protest outside Central Command headquarters against Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, accusing him of persecuting Tal Yinon Derdik.
Shin Bet confirms:
Shin Bet confirms: Central Israel firefighter planned Hamas-inspired attack
Shin Bet says Mustafa Issa exploited his work as a firefighter to identify sensitive targets and contacted Hamas terrorists and Iranian intelligence agents.
Stolen cars found just in time for Rosh Hashanah
A targeted Border Police operation uncovered two Toyota vehicles stolen from central Israel.
During Rosh Hashanah:
Fireworks fired toward London synagogue as Jews mark Rosh Hashanah
Five youths were seen outside Lauderdale Road Synagogue before two fireworks were launched toward the building; no injuries or damage were reported.
Pentagon reveals cost of war in Iran
A new Pentagon inspector general report reveals ammunition shortages, major aircraft losses and Iranian strikes on a key US Navy hub.
Sasha Troufanov reveals ‘switch’ that changed his Hamas captivity
Former hostage Sasha Troufanov recalls reaching a turning point in Hamas captivity, when faith helped him overcome fear and accept that his fate was in G-d’s hands.
US sanctions Russian banking giant over ties to Iran
US Treasury sanctions Russia’s VTB Bank for helping Iran evade sanctions and move frozen assets, warning foreign institutions to sever ties with the bank.
Antisemitic attack
Three Jewish teens assaulted on London bus in antisemitic attack
Three Jewish 14-year-olds allegedly assaulted and subjected to hate speech on a London bus as police investigate the incident as antisemitic.
US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna
US blocks an exemption allowing Iran's nuclear chief to attend an IAEA meeting, citing UN sanctions and Tehran's lack of nuclear cooperation.
Up to three years
Norway weighs up to three years in prison for trade with Judea and Samaria communities
Norway’s Foreign Minister says the country could impose prison terms of up to three years for trading with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria under legislation due this fall.
Trump nominates Rep. Wesley Hunt as US ambassador to Saudi Arabia
President Trump nominates Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt as ambassador to Saudi Arabia as Washington pushes closer ties between Riyadh and Israel.
Iranian official:
Iranian official: No talks with US until Iran's conditions are met
Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejects Trump's mixed signals on talks.
Robert Kraft confirms role in pushing Macklemore off Ed Sheeran tour
Patriots owner Robert Kraft confirms he helped pressure Ed Sheeran to drop Macklemore, citing antisemitic rhetoric and imagery at recent shows.
'Harassment of activists'
Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia over harassment of Palestinian Arab activists
Mahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University, alleging it failed to stop harassment of Palestinian Arab activists and retaliated against students who reported it.
After three-month absence
McConnell returns to Senate after three-month absence due to health issues
Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Capitol Hill after a three-month health-related absence, saying he is still recovering but plans to be present for key votes.
Netanyahu's secret promise to Ben Gvir and Gotliv
Report: Fearing a loss of Likud voters to Otzma Yehudit, the Prime Minister held clarification talks with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and MK Tally Gotliv.
'Anarchy on its way'
'Anarchy on its way': Calls in Israel for international coalition against Houthis
Israeli officials warn Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait could trigger maritime anarchy unless an international coalition acts against the threat.
Eisenkot’s move that could enable a minority government
Yashar! party chairman is formulating a mechanism to prevent MKs from leaving his faction if he decides to establish a minority government relying on Arab parties’ votes.
