Lebanon’s Christian bloc demands Hezbollah disarm
Lebanese Christian leader Samir Geagea urges Hezbollah to disarm, warning of civil war and accusing the group of serving Iran.
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UK police say 890 arrested in London protest backing Palestine Action
London police issue updated tally, say 890 people were arrested during a protest supporting banned group Palestine Action.
Tens of thousands march in Brussels against Israel
Over 70,000 march in Brussels to support Palestinian Arabs, calling for sanctions against Israel.
Anti-Israel protester causes crash at Vuelta
Pro-Palestinian protester causes a crash during Vuelta a España’s Stage 15, as tensions over Gaza spill into the race.
Scottish Jews warn:
Scottish Jews warn: Anti-Israel policy fuels antisemitism, endangers lives
Jewish activists in Scotland warn First Minister Swinney that his anti-Israel rhetoric and boycott policy are fueling antisemitism. Nearly 3,000 sign a letter urging him to retract and protect Jewish safety.
The dream is over:
The dream is over: Israel falls 84-79 to Greece in EuroBasket
Israel’s national team fights throughout the game but falls 84-79 to a strong Greek team, ending its journey in the European Championship.
In response to Trump
Hamas stipulates terms for ceasefire in response to Trump’s proposal
Hamas responds positively to Trump’s ceasefire proposal, welcoming talks but imposing conditions of Gaza withdrawal, prisoner release, and a commitment to uphold agreements.
Panic on Italian island:
Panic on Italian island: Strange cylinder with Hebrew inscriptions spooks locals
Discovery of a Hebrew-marked cylinder off Lampedusa fuels alarm in Italy, with speculation over satellites, military debris, and growing political outcry.
Bennett wants joint run, Liberman and Eisenkot are in no rush
Naftali Bennett invites Gadi Eisenkot and Avidor Liberman to merge into a large party to offer an alternative to Netanyahu’s leadership. The two said they would consider the idea closer to elections.
'This is my last warning'
President Trump's proposal for a comprehensive deal with Hamas
The proposal would see all 48 hostages released on the first day, along with terrorists and Palestinian Arab detainees.
Watch:
Watch: Full lunar eclipse over Israel
Israeli Astronomical Association broadcast the full lunar eclipse live.
Initial inquiry:
Initial inquiry: UAV that hit Ramon Airport was not classified as hostile
Initial inquiry found that the UAV that struck Ramon Airport was detected by the IAF systems but was not classified as a hostile UAV; accordingly, the interception and alert systems were not activated.
Watch:
Watch: IDF destroys tunnel route in Zeitoun
The Nahal Brigade, under the command of the 99th Division, located a Hamas operations room in a terror tunnel that spanned hundreds of meters.
Cleared for publication
Cleared for publication | New footage: Iranian missile strikes iconic Haifa tower
The IDF has permitted the publication of footage of the June 20 Iranian missile strike on Haifa’s Sail Tower, which damaged government offices, injured 55 people, and forced ministries to relocate.
High Court:
Prison Service must ensure adequate food for security prisoners, even during a war
The High Court accepted a petition by the Association for Civil Rights: The Prison Service must ensure adequate nutrition for security prisoners, even during wartime.
Houthi drone strikes Ramon Airport
Interception debris fell near a town on the Egypt border in the Ramat Negev Regional Council. The IDF is investigating a report of a drone launched from Yemen that fell at Ramon Airport.
Israel Dog Unit trains rescue dogs and handlers to save lives
A special workshop on Friday introduced dog handlers to a series of fundamentals for the use of working dogs in several applications.
After protests
Chief of Staff's home declared closed military zone after protests
After protests in front of Chief of Staff Major General Eyal Zamir’s home and vandalism of the house walls, the IDF declared the area in Ramat Hashavim a closed military zone.
Statistics show worrying trends among reservist families
A recent survey shows that more than half of the spouses of reservists have experienced damage to careers, declines in academic performance, and financial difficulty.
Hungarian Foreign Minister:
Hungarian Foreign Minister: 'We stand with you'
Samaria governor Yossi Dagan has concluded a series of meetings in Budapest aimed at vetoing sanctions against Israel and strengthening international support for sovereignty.
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: If I have to choose between victory and bad propaganda, I choose victory
PM addresses the diplomatic price Israel is paying in its fight against the Hamas terrorist organization during the weekly Cabinet meeting.
Haaretz Journalist:
Haaretz Journalist: 'Israel is committing war crimes'
Journalist Ehud Ein-Gil said that Israel is committing war crimes, comparing attempts to deny hunger in Gaza to denials during the Warsaw Ghetto period.
Huckabee
Huckabee: 'Disastrous consequences' from Western countries recognizing Palestine
US Ambassador to Israel tells BBC the unilateral recognition of Palestine caused Hamas to stop negotiating the release of the hostages and violated the Oslo Accords.
Galilee Minister claims Smotrich is withholding funds
Minister Yitzchak Wasserlauf claimed that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has diverted hundreds of millions of shekels from his ministry's budget.
Woman arrested on suspicion of trying to drown mother-in-law
Police officers arrested a woman on suspicion of trying to drown her 69-year-old mother-in-law at a Sdot Yam beach.
Ben-Gvir touts 'end of neglect' in Umm Al-Fahm
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir toured Umm al-Fahm with police and the Israel Lands Authority as part of an effort to enforce building violations.
New demands from Moldova complicate Uman agreement
Israel’s plans to establish a temporary terminal in Moldova for Breslov Hasidim traveling to Uman are facing difficulties after Chisinau presented new demands.
1 in 5 people in the UK hold antisemitic beliefs
A new study reported by The Sunday Telegraph reveals that 21% of UK citizens agree with four or more antisemitic statements—a worrying surge compared to the last decade.
Tonight:
Tonight: Total lunar eclipse visible across Israel
A total lunar eclipse is expected to occur this evening (Sunday) in Israel's skies. The full eclipse will begin at 20:30 and will last about 82 minutes.
Hamas fires 2 rockets at Netivot
Sirens were activated in the Netivot area following rocket fire by Hamas. Two rockets were launched—one was intercepted, and the other landed in an open area. No injuries were reported.
US moves to advance deal for release of all hostages
The United States has conveyed, via an Israeli intermediary, key principles for a comprehensive agreement to secure the release of hostages and end the war in Gaza.
Including Israel's mission
French teen suspected of plotting attacks on Israeli and Western embassies
17-year-old in France detained for allegedly plotting attacks on embassies and official sites, including Israel’s. Authorities find ISIS ties and plans for large-scale terror.
Gaza flotilla delayed again over logistical issues
Mahgreb Sumud Flotilla’s departure from Tunisia to Gaza postponed to September 10 due to logistical issues. The boats aim to join others from Spain and Italy in challenging Israel’s naval blockade.
'Go shout in the Knesset'
'Go shout in the Knesset': MK Kariv clashes with Jerusalem police commander
MK Gilad Kariv confronts Jerusalem police commander during protest; officer tells him: "Go shout in the Knesset."
Iair Horn bursts into tears:
Iair Horn bursts into tears: 'There was an enormous explosion, I prayed my brother was ok'
Hamas captivity survivor Iair Horn, whose brother Eitan is still held captive in Gaza, bursts into tears at an event in Carmei Gat, telling of the enormous explosion he heard at night.
Closure of New York yeshivas halted
The New York State Supreme Court has issued a temporary injunction against the closure of six haredi yeshivas in Brooklyn.
Israelis rescued by security forces after entering Area A
Two Israeli civilians rescued from Qalqilya and Jericho, security forces reiterate risks involved.
Hundreds arrested protesting British ban on Palestine Action
More than 300 arrests were made at a protest in London demanding that the British government rescind measures against the group Palestine Action.
Amit Segal:
Amit Segal: Yossi Cohen is brilliant in security, a failure in politics
Amit Segal criticizes former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen’s political interviews, notes gap between his security skills and political performance.
Minister Ben-Gvir:
Minister Ben-Gvir: 'Capture Gaza and encourage emigration'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was interviewed on Saturday night on Meet the Press and addressed the conquest of Gaza, the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prisons and the propaganda videos Hamas distributes.
