UJA chief slams Mamdani:
'Your absence will be long-remembered': UJA chief slams Mamdani over Israel parade boycott
UJA-Federation CEO Eric Goldstein writes open letter sharply rebuking Mayor Mamdani over his boycott of Sunday’s Israel Day parade.
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EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Islamic Jihad
EU sanctions 10 Hamas Politburo members, imposing asset freezes and travel bans over terror ties.
Demands lifting of blockade
Iran denies US deal reached, demands lifting of 'illegal' naval blockade
Iran denies reaching a final deal with the US, labeling the American naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz “illegal".
IDF reveals:
IDF reveals: Hezbollah rockets hit church in southern Lebanon
IDF releases footage of Hezbollah rockets hitting an Orthodox church in southern Lebanon, in an area in which IDF soldiers are not operating.
Netanyahu: Our forces have crossed the Litani
During a visit to the northern border, Prime Minister Netanyahu confirms IDF troops have crossed Lebanon's Litani River: “We are dealing Hezbollah a crushing blow."
WSJ report:
WSJ report: UAE launched dozens of airstrikes in Iran in coordination with US and Israel
The UAE struck Iranian sites with US-Israeli backing during the war, sparking tensions with Saudi Arabia, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Shabbat Shalom from Israel!
Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America
Shabbat about to begin in Israel. Our North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.
Minister Sofer highlights US-Israel alliance and Jewish solidarity at Manhattan summit
Minister Ofir Sofer praises Jewish solidarity and strong US-Israel partnership during the war, calling them key to Israel’s security and future rebuilding efforts, at the Arutz Sheva Conference in Manhattan.
IDF Chief of Staff:
IDF Chief of Staff: Over 7,500 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated since start of war
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir says Hezbollah has suffered 'significant and unprecedented' damage, vows military to continue striking Hezbollah targets and expanding operations to protect northern communities.
Watch: New Glenn explodes into massive fireball
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes during testing at Cape Canaveral in Florida.
After nearly 20 years:
After nearly 20 years: Satmar Rebbe's legacy divided among four sons
Extended delay in dividing inheritance, caused by internal disagreements, resolved nearly two decades after former Satmar leader passed on.
Smotrich demands: Drop prices immediately
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich sends letter to business sector, demanding prices drop immediately due to shekel's increased buying power.
Benny Gantz reveals family secret
Blue and White chair MK Benny Gantz says his wife Revital has been ill for several years, sharing his family's struggles and their recent decision.
In Munich:
In Munich: Yad Vashem to open first education center outside Israel
Yad Vashem to open first Holocaust Education Center outside Israel in Munich, aiming to strengthen Holocaust remembrance and education in Germany amid rising antisemitism and Holocaust distortion.
Armed Arab suspect arrested near Jerusalem's Old City
Illegal Arab infiltrator from Hebron caught armed with loaded weapon, is arrested.
Plan to kill Jewish German leader thwarted
Afghani-Danish citizen arrested after planning attacks, following intelligence by Mossad and other agencies.
October 7 survivor marries after losing leg in Be’eri attack
Yosef Chaim, critically injured during the October 7 massacre, marries bride Nishmat in moving ceremony, breaking traditional wedding glass with his single leg. Watch.
Painkillers during pregnancy?
Israeli research provides definitive safety data on painkiller use during pregnancy
Studies from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), based on analysis of over 264,000 pregnancies, show NSAIDs safe in early pregnancy, confirm safe use of paracetamol.
Largest Jewish library in New York inaugurated
Massive Jewish library established in New York with support of billionaire Jay Schottenstein. 'Jay Schottenstein is the Abraham of our generation, spreading the light of Torah in the broadest possible way.'
Jewish leaders unite at IJO and Arutz Sheva summit in Manhattan
Israel Justice Organization and Arutz Sheva-Israel National News hold summit in Manhattan, attended by Jewish community leaders and Israeli ministers, stressing importance of unity and deep connection between Diaspora Jews and the State of Israel.
Poll: Bennett-Lapid alliance continues to lose support
New poll shows Likud leading by narrow margin, center-left unable to form coalition without support.
Israel concerned US-Iran agreement could limit IDF in Lebanon
Hezbollah heavily pressuring Iran to ensure its inclusion in ceasefire deal, official warns.
'Security concerns'
British Museum reschedules Israel talk which was postponed due to security concerns
The British Museum reschedules its "Ancient Israel" lecture, originally scheduled for Thursday but postponed due to security reasons.
Diaspora Ministry exposes
Diaspora Affairs Ministry exposes: How the UN turned Hamas propaganda into 'facts'
New website launched by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs unveils a special report detailing how the UN transformed Hamas propaganda into "established facts."
Poll: Likud opens wide lead
According to a new Channel 14 poll, the Likud party holds a substantial lead, while slates led by Bennett and Lapid, along with the Yashar party, tie at 15 seats.
Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’
Suspect shouts ‘Allahu Akbar’: Three injured in stabbing attack in Swiss train station
31-year-old extremist injures three people while shouting “Allahu Akbar" in a Swiss train station terror attack.
Austria:
ISIS extremist who targeted Taylor Swift Vienna concert gets 15 years
An Austrian court jails an ISIS radical for 15 years over a foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert.
Shas issues ultimatum to next government
Shas MK Erez Malul lays down an unequivocal condition ahead of post-election coalition talks: Haredi parties will not join any government until the legal status of yeshiva students is anchored in a "fortified and robust" law.
Drone scare
Drone scare: Ben Gurion Airport flights trigger panic in Beit El
IDF announces a return to routine in the Beit El area following hours of high security alert, sparked by a false identification of drones over the community.
IRGC says it fired missiles at US ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC claims it fired missiles at four US merchant ships who tried crossing the Strait of Hormuz without permission.
Watch:
Watch: Water cannon hits Kan News reporter, damages camera equipment
Kan News reporter Haim Golditch and photographer Ofer Edelstein were hit by a water cannon during the evacuation of a Jerusalem Faction demonstration in Jerusalem.
Legitimate?
Legitimate? IDF troops, equipment turned into VIP tourist attraction
Foreign VIP tourists toured an active Jordan Valley military base with IDF escorts, ATVs, and operational vehicles without approval.
Report:
Report: US demanding Israel coordinate Beirut strikes, prohibits collapsing buildings
Channel 12 reports the US demanded advance notice on targeted eliminations and opposed collapsing buildings during Israeli operations in Lebanon.
WJC Israel Pres
WJC Israel Pres: 'Under Guterres, UN has traded its soul for Qatari money'
World Jewish Congress Israel President Sylvan Adams slams UN as a 'subsidiary of the Muslim Brotherhood' after Israeli entities were added to a UN blacklist.
Jerusalem and Bnei Brak:
Jerusalem and Bnei Brak: Three hours of chaos at simultaneous haredi protests
Haredi demonstrators blocked roads and clashed with police in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak during anti-draft protests.
Report:
Report: US, Iran reach tentative agreement on ceasefire extension
Axios reported the US and Iran reached a tentative 60-day deal extending the ceasefire and launching nuclear negotiations, pending President Trump's final approval.
IDF reveals:
IDF reveals: Multiple top Hezbollah field commanders eliminated in past two weeks
Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, 2,500 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated, 800 of them were killed after the start of the ceasefire understandings.
Found dead in car
Police suspect nationalist motive in double murder of couple from Rishon LeZion
The police have arrested an Arab-Israeli on suspicion of committing the murder of Olga and Ruslan Prikhodko, whose bodies were found last weekend in their vehicle in an open area.
'Battered and wounded’
IDF Spokesman: More than 2,500 terrorists killed, Hezbollah fighting a war of survival
Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin says IDF forces continue striking Hezbollah targets while strengthening defenses against drones.
Moments before demolition
Moments before demolition: “A Psalm of Thanksgiving" beside the burned home in Be’eri
Before the demolition of the house that burned down on October 7, Rachel Fricker held a farewell ceremony with the participation of Rabbi Shlomo Raanan and the officer who rescued her and her family.
