Firefighters gain control of Jerusalem Forest fire
Hours after children attending Emuna daycare in Har Nof were evacuated from the premises due to smoke inhalation risks, firefighters gain control over flames which threatened buildings.
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Israel's water is 'dirty'
Israel's water is 'dirty': The flotilla detainee's unexpected request
French MEP Rima Hassan, who is still being held in an Israeli jail after refusing to sign deportation papers, is demanding the jail provide her with bottled water.
Bus engulfed in flames near Beit Shemesh
Firefighters swiftly contain blaze after bus catches fire near Moshav Mata, preventing spread to nearby forest.
'A sad joke'
'A sad joke' | Macron praises PA Chairman's 'letter of hope'
Israeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar slams Macron's enthusiasm for Abbas's letter as misplaced, calling it a naive endorsement of recycled promises and falsehoods.
Amid heightened tensions
US restricts employees in Israel from leaving major cities amid heightened tensions
The US Embassy issued a warning ordering government employees to avoid leaving Tel Aviv, Be'er Sheva, and Jerusalem.
Air India flight crashes near Ahmedabad after takeoff
London-bound Air India Boeing Dreamliner with 242 passengers crashes in residential area near Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff.
Witkoff:
Witkoff: 'President Trump could be Israel’s Prime Minister'
US envoy hails Trump as Israel’s staunchest ally, says he embodies unmatched leadership and support for the Jewish people.
IAEA:
IAEA: Iran violating nuclear oversight, faces first rebuke in 20 years
In resolution backed by 19 nations, IAEA declares Iran in breach of its nuclear monitoring commitments, marking rare escalation amid warnings Tehran is nearing nuclear capability.
24 years later: Stolen tractor recovered in Qalqilya area
Tractor stolen from Kibbutz Gat in 2001 found operating near Qalqilya, Border Police arrested suspect and plan to return vehicle to its rightful owner after two decades.
Special nighttime operation: Hamas terrorists arrested in Syria
IDF forces arrest several Hamas terrorists in Syria, transfer them to Israel for interrogation.
Witkoff:
Witkoff: 'Iran can not achieve its deadly ambitions, no matter the cost'
At United Hatzalah Gala, US envoy Steve Witkoff vows unwavering support for Israel, denounces Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and affirms commitment to bringing hostages home.
Secret cross-border rescue:
IDF, Rambam save critically-ill Syrian girl in secret cross-border rescue
Revealed: 12-year-old Syrian girl in life-threatening condition was evacuated by the IDF to Rambam Hospital, where she received urgent heart treatment and made a full recovery.
Draft deal:
Draft deal: Haredi sanctions framework includes jail, funding cuts
New Draft Law outline imposes personal and financial sanctions on yeshiva students who avoid both Torah study and IDF service.
One of Yemen's last Jews leaves the country
Badra Yosef, who lived in an area north of Sana'a, left the country one year after her husband, Yihye, passed away.
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation:
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation: Hamas killed 8 aid workers, possibly abducted others
US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation accuses Hamas of brutally attacking an aid bus in Gaza, killing at least eight humanitarians and injuring multiple others.
IDF wraps 30-hour Shechem raid, two terrorists killed
Israeli forces eliminate two terrorists in 30-hour counterterrorism operation in Shechem; four soldiers injured during a weapon-grab attempt.
NBC: Israel prepared to strike Iran without US assistance
Israel completes preparations for potential strike on Iran, US Special envoy Steve Witkoff warns nuclear Iran poses an existential threat to both Israel and the US, urging unified action to stop it - no matter what the cost.
Ex-CIA analyst gets 37 months for leaking top secret intel online
Asif Rahman, former CIA employee, is sentenced for leaking top secret national defense information that appeared on social media, breaching trust and endangering US security.
The battle of Pri Gan
The battle of Pri Gan: Shlomit community security team saved the moshav
Military probe reveals critical delays and command breakdowns in IDF response to October 7th infiltration; local security teams hailed for averting massacre at Pri Gan despite heavy losses.
Polls:
Polls: Likud Party maintains stability
The Likud Party maintains stability with around 24 seats in two polls - even in a scenario where Naftali Bennett runs.
White House sidesteps question on two-state solution
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt asked if Trump still backs a two-state solution, following comments from Ambassador Huckabee, but chooses to focus on the Gaza conflict.
Agreements reached:
Agreements reached: Knesset dissolution bill fails to pass
After intensive talks with MK Yuli Edelstein, Degel HaTorah and Shas agree to vote against preliminary reading of the bill to dissolve the Knesset. Agudat Yisrael votes in favor. Bill fails to pass after 61 MKs vote against it compared to 53 who vote in favor.
Report:
Report: State Dept. orders crisis drills for missions in range of Iran
According to The Washington Post, the US State Department has ordered embassies within striking distance of Iranian assets across the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Northern Africa to convene emergency action committees.
Fmr. Amb. Friedman:
Fmr. Amb. Friedman: Should millions of Americans expect sanctions too? Bring it on!
According to Former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, millions of Americans, including many in the Trump admin, oppose a Palestinian state, and therefore should be subject to sanctions by the UK and other countries.
Coloring book in Khan Yunis depicts 9/11 attacks
A children's coloring book found by IDF forces in Khan Younis depicts the September 11 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City and the two planes that crashed into the Twin Towers, journalist Amit Segal reported.
Amid Iran tensions
US evacuates families, prepares Baghdad embassy pullout amid Iran tensions
Amid rising tensions with Iran, the US military has authorized the voluntary departure of troops’ dependents from various Middle East locations, including Bahrain and Kuwait, officials say.
Ahead of Knesset dissolution: Pessimism among haredi parties
After the meetings of the haredi parties with the Knesset's legal advisors, the gaps between the parties are still large. "Netanyahu is still not engaged."
Binyamin region:
Binyamin region: Arab and leftist mob attack Jewish shepherd
Shepherd ambushed near Ma'ale Mikhmas as dozens of Arabs, backed by left-wing activists, hurl rocks and fire shots; IDF forces disperse attackers.
Iran hangs protester despite claims of torture, flawed trial
The execution of Mojahed Kourkouri draws sharp condemnation from rights groups and raises new questions over judicial fairness in Iran's post-protest crackdown.
Trump admin warns world:
Trump admin warns world: Skip UN summit or face consequences
Washington issues warning as European nations, led by France, move toward recognition of a Palestinian state.
Javier Milei tells Knesset:
Argentinian embassy to be relocated to Jerusalem in 2026, Javier Milei tells Knesset
Argentina's President addresses Israel's legislature during solidarity visit to the Jewish State.
Mike Huckebee
Huckebee: Israel doing lousy job at genocide, even US doesn't give such warnings
US Ambassador to Israel defends Israel against accusations of genocide and war crimes in Gaza. 'They could drop a few bombs and everybody would be dead.'
Report:
Report: Netanyahu seeks US-mediated negotiations with Syria
Prime Minister eyes renewed talks with Damascus following US policy shift, seeks revised security pact and peace accord.
'Jews banned:'
'Jews banned:' European Chief Rabbis officially disinvited from Bosnia
Following a complaint from a Bosnian minister, a biannual meeting of the Conference of European Rabbis that was to be held in Sarajevo next week was canceled at the last minute.
Zamir in Gaza:
Zamir in Gaza: Israel needs larger forces to ease reservist burden
LTG Zamir outlines expanded force structure and ongoing commitment to defeating Hamas and securing hostage release.
Satmar Rebbe to visit Israel for 1st time in a decade
Rabbi Aharon Teitelbaum will arrive on a special charter flight accompanied by thousands of Hasidim from the United States and other countries.
Serious incident:
Officer shot by fellow soldiers after being identified as terrorist
An Armored Corps officer serving as a deputy company commander in the 188th Engineering Battalion was moderately to severely wounded after being shot by soldiers who thought he was a terrorist.
Agudat Yisrael ministers mull leaving cabinet if Knesset is not dissolved
As pressure mounts over the conscription law, Agudat Yisrael ministers warn they may quit the cabinet if the Knesset does not dissolve.
Graves of 1st Intifada architect, PFLP founder smashed in Syria
Graves of Fatah commander and Arafat deputy Khalil al-Wazir and PFLP founder Ahmad Jibril smashed and vandalized in the in the Al-Shuhada Cemetery within the Yarmouk refugee camp.
‘Unwavering Commitment’:
‘Unwavering commitment’: Argentina's Milei embraces hostage families’ plea
During an emotional meeting in Jerusalem, President Javier Milei reaffirmed Argentina’s dedication to securing the release of Israeli hostages, as survivor Yarden Bibas thanked him for his personal support and national solidarity.
