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IDF Reserve Officer:

IDF Reserve Officer: 'Liberman must stand trial for leaking information'

Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Meir Indor demanded legal action against MK Avigdor Liberman for revealing Israeli operations in Gaza.

IDF Reserve Officer: 'Liberman must stand trial for leaking information'

Haredim vandalize homes of real estate company managers

Dozens of haredim broke into the homes of senior corporate officials and vandalized them due to unconfirmed claims about graves at a construction site in Yehud.

Haredim vandalize homes of real estate company managers

NYC Mayoral race

NYC Mayoral race: AOC endorses Mamdani after controversy over Israel's right to exist

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez endorses Democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani the day after Mamdani refused to say he supports Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state in a debate with other mayoral candidates.

NYC Mayoral race: AOC endorses Mamdani after controversy over Israel's right to exist

'We are all messianists'

'We are all messianists:' Maj. Gen. David Zini's IDF farewell address

Maj. Gen. David Zini, who recently concluded his tenure as head of the IDF Training and Doctrine Command, delivered a heartfelt farewell speech at the "Alika" base in the Golan Heights, marking the end of his 33-year military career.

'We are all messianists:' Maj. Gen. David Zini's IDF farewell address

Iran paid suspect to put up banner supporting Ronen Bar

An indictment was filed against an eastern Jerusalem resident for being paid by Iran to put up a sign supporting the outgoing ISA chief over the Prime Minister at the entrance to a Jerusalem tunnel.

Iran paid suspect to put up banner supporting Ronen Bar

Record turnout for US World Zionist Congress election

An all-time record 230,257 votes were recorded in the election for United States delegates to the 39th World Zionist Congress, representing an 86% increase over the previous election.

Record turnout for US World Zionist Congress election

FBI, DHS warn of heightened risk to Jewish communities

Following recent terrorist attacks in Washington DC and Boulder Colorado, US authorities warn of potential for copycat attacks and for foreign incitement for attacks on Jews and Israelis.

FBI, DHS warn of heightened risk to Jewish communities

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'There will be no quiet in Beirut without security for Israel'

Minister Israel Katz responds to the Lebanese President's condemnation of the IDF strikes on Hezbollah targets in the Dahiya area of Beirut.

Defense Minister: 'There will be no quiet in Beirut without security for Israel'

Yamim Ba’im at Bethel Woods: The first festival of its kind

The landmark Jewish music event of the year: the first-ever large-scale open-air music festival, headlining Ishay Ribo with guest performances by Chasidic music legend Avraham Fried, as well as Zusha and Shmuel, on August 7th at the iconic Bethel Woods in the heart of the Catskills of upstate New York.

Yamim Ba’im at Bethel Woods: The first festival of its kind

Gaza conflict

Britain threatens 'concrete actions' against Israel amid Gaza conflict

British PM Keir Starmer warns Israel of "further concrete actions" if it doesn't cease its Gaza offensive and lift aid restrictions.

Britain threatens 'concrete actions' against Israel amid Gaza conflict

'We are better than this'

'We are better than this': Holocaust survivor speaks after horrific Colorado attack

Holocaust survivor Barbara Steinmetz, injured in the attack during a demonstration for Israeli hostages in Boulder, Colorado, speaks for the first time, implores Americans to be kind and decent.

'We are better than this': Holocaust survivor speaks after horrific Colorado attack

Western powers to censure Iran over nuclear non-compliance

Western nations to table a resolution at the UN nuclear agency, accusing Iran of non-compliance with safeguards obligations—a first in 20 years.

Western powers to censure Iran over nuclear non-compliance

Israel assures White House: We will await US green light on Iran

Israel has reportedly assured the White House it will not strike Iranian nuclear facilities unless President Trump indicates negotiations have failed. This comes amid US concerns about a potential Israeli preemptive strike.

Israel assures White House: We will await US green light on Iran

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: Significant progress made on Draft Law issue

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s meeting with MK Yuli Edelstein, former Minister Ariel Atias, and Government Secretary Yossi Fuchs on the Draft Law concludes with progress. "It was decided that an effort will be made to finalize the remaining open issues tomorrow."

Netanyahu: Significant progress made on Draft Law issue

IDF strikes drone manufacturing facilities in Lebanon

After warning Dahieh residents to evacuate, IDF strikes underground UAV production and storage facilities in Dahieh and southern Lebanon, as well as a drone manufacturing workshop.

IDF strikes drone manufacturing facilities in Lebanon

Trump, Musk feud:

Trump, Musk feud explodes: Former allies clash over 'big, beautiful bill'

A public feud erupts between President Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk. Trump expresses "disappointment" after Musk blasted his "Big, Beautiful Bill." Musk retorts by claiming his support was crucial for Trump in 2024, and even suggests Trump is "in the Epstein files."

Trump, Musk feud explodes: Former allies clash over 'big, beautiful bill'

Trump sanctions four ICC judges

Trump administration imposes sanctions on four judges at the International Criminal Court, two of whom authorized arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant.

Trump sanctions four ICC judges

Security official reveals:

Security official reveals how Israel assisted anti-Hamas clans in Gaza

A security official who took part in the operation revealed that Israel supplied arms, equipment, and money to Gazan elements as part of a secret operation aimed at weakening Hamas.

Security official reveals how Israel assisted anti-Hamas clans in Gaza

Sirens in Jerusalem:

Sirens in Jerusalem as missile from Yemen launched at Israel

Sirens sound in Jerusalem as Houthis launch another missile at Israel.

Sirens in Jerusalem as missile from Yemen launched at Israel

IDF preparing to issue 50,000 enlistment notices to haredi yeshiva students

An official announcement from the Attorney General states that the IDF will issue over 50,000 draft orders to yeshiva students as early as this July, and will formulate an enforcement plan against draft evaders.

IDF preparing to issue 50,000 enlistment notices to haredi yeshiva students

'There's no place for violence'

President Herzog commemorates 10 years since Jerusalem Pride Parade attack

President Herzog becomes first Israeli President to attend Jerusalem Pride Parade, commemorating a decade since the murder of Shira Banki by an extremist.

President Herzog commemorates 10 years since Jerusalem Pride Parade attack

Numerous underground tunnels neutralized in Khan Yunis

6 Brigades have been operating in Khan Yunis and have eliminated dozens of terrorists and destroyed underground hideouts and hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites.

Numerous underground tunnels neutralized in Khan Yunis

Watch live:

Watch live: Government supporters protest Supreme Court in Jerusalem

Tens of thousands rally outside Supreme Court against judicial interference, declaring support for elected government and national priorities.

Watch live: Government supporters protest Supreme Court in Jerusalem

Netanyahu rebukes:

Netanyahu rebukes: What Liberman did helps Hamas, he doesn't care

Netanyahu slams Liberman for revealing Israeli-militia ties, calls it a harmful security leak driven by political motives

Netanyahu rebukes: What Liberman did helps Hamas, he doesn't care

Jewish Firefighter rescues Torah from burning Long Island synagogue

Michael Farca emerged unscathed after entering Chabad of Greenvale to rescue the congregation's Torah scroll during a fire as congregants prayed outside.

Jewish Firefighter rescues Torah from burning Long Island synagogue

New Details:

New Details: The Israeli-backed militia operating against Hamas in Rafah

Newly revealed cooperation between Israel and a Gazan Bedouin-led militia exposes covert efforts to secure Rafah and combat Hamas.

New Details: The Israeli-backed militia operating against Hamas in Rafah

2 hurt, 1 moderately, in club and rock-throwing attack in Jordan Valley

Helicopter dispatched to provide quick evacuation after Jews were attacked by a group of Arabs with rocks and clubs.

2 hurt, 1 moderately, in club and rock-throwing attack in Jordan Valley

New details:

New info sheds light on Haggai recovery operation in Khan Yunis

Newly released details shed light on the intelligence-led mission that brought the bodies of Gadi and Judi Haggai back from Khan Yunis.

New info sheds light on Haggai recovery operation in Khan Yunis

Watch:

Watch: Excavator used by contractor killed in Gaza placed next to his grave

David Libi was killed by an explosive device while working as an engineering vehicle operator in cooperation with the IDF.

Watch: Excavator used by contractor killed in Gaza placed next to his grave

Capitol Hill

Israeli and US lawmakers celebrate Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology addressed bipartisan US lawmakers in marking Jerusalem’s reunification

Israeli and US lawmakers celebrate Jerusalem Day on Capitol Hill

World's largest Holy Ark completed at Yeshivat Ateret Shlomo

The ark in Rishon LeZion spans an area of 120 square meters, measuring 20 meters in length and 6.5 meters in height.

World's largest Holy Ark completed at Yeshivat Ateret Shlomo

Gazans testify:

Gazans testify: Hamas shoots at civilians to foil aid distribution

Gazan residents accuse Hamas of sabotaging humanitarian aid efforts, as IDF reveals testimonies detailing obstruction and violence near distribution points.

Gazans testify: Hamas shoots at civilians to foil aid distribution

Gadi and Judih in happier days:

Watch | Gadi and Judih in happier days: 'Everything's quiet, there's some action in Gaza'

The family of Gadi Haggai and Judih Weinstein Haggai released several videos of the couple in the wake of the recovery of their bodies from Gaza after over 600 days.

Watch | Gadi and Judih in happier days: 'Everything's quiet, there's some action in Gaza'

Sa'ar to German FM:

Sa'ar to German FM: 'We need Germany's support during our difficult hours'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul deliver joint statements to the press.

Sa'ar to German FM: 'We need Germany's support during our difficult hours'

'Severe and dangerous leak'

Defense officials call out Liberman: 'Severe and dangerous leak'

Defense officials attacked the Yisrael Beytenu Chairman, who claimed that Israel arms militias in Gaza to fight Hamas.

Defense officials call out Liberman: 'Severe and dangerous leak'

Macron:

Macron: 'France to decide in coming days' on anti-Israel measures

French President says France will soon decide on whether to 'toughen our stance and take concrete measures regarding Israel' in response to the war in Gaza.

Macron: 'France to decide in coming days' on anti-Israel measures

Eliminated:

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist operating out of Gaza hospital compound

IDF strikes Islamic Jihad terrorist using command center in yard of Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist operating out of Gaza hospital compound

Liberman: 'Israel is arming militias in Rafah'

MK Liberman claimed that Israel is supplying weapons to crime organizations in Rafah in an attempt to weaken Hamas. Netanyahu's office did not deny the report.

Liberman: 'Israel is arming militias in Rafah'

Binyamin region:

Two terror suspects arrested in Binyamin for rock attacks on IDF, civilians

Binyamin police and IDF forces arrest two suspects from al-Mu'ayir, following real-time surveillance leading to the discovery of incriminating evidence; further arrests expected.

Two terror suspects arrested in Binyamin for rock attacks on IDF, civilians

After Successful Search:

After Successful Search: Rescue unit urges support for families of missing persons

The Israel Dog Unit called for government support of the families of missing persons after hundreds rushed to find an Israeli teen missing in the Binyamin region.

After Successful Search: Rescue unit urges support for families of missing persons