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President Herzog:

President Herzog: 'Just tell Hamas - enough. Release everyone'

At the President’s Residence, families of hostages, volunteers, and artists came together for a moving event highlighting the national tefillin initiative launched in merit of those still held captive by Hamas.

President Herzog:  'Just tell Hamas - enough. Release everyone'

In Seven Languages:

Bennett uses AI to refute famine claims

Former PM Naftali Bennett used AI to produce a video in seven different languages refuting claims that Israel is starving Gazans.

Bennett uses AI to refute famine claims

Modiin fire tragedy:

13-year-old Itai murdered, allegedly by mother

The body of 13-year-old Itai Shamai was found in his burning apartment, together with the body of his mother. Police suspect murder suicide.

13-year-old Itai murdered, allegedly by mother

DOJ:

DOJ: Columbia protester accused of ties to Hamas military wing

The US Justice Department accused a protester who took part in anti-Israel protests at Columbia U. and assaulted Jews in New York of having ties to the al-Qassam Brigades.

DOJ: Columbia protester accused of ties to Hamas military wing

Colorado terrorist set himself on fire during attack

The terrorist who attacked a group of elderly Jewish marching in solidarity with the hostages was forced to remove his vest and shirt after setting himself on fire while throwing a Molotov Cocktail.

Colorado terrorist set himself on fire during attack

Soldiers accused of 'excessive use of force' suspended

The IDF has suspended soldiers who were seen throwing a suspect to the ground and kicking him when he resisted arrest in Samaria.

Soldiers accused of 'excessive use of force' suspended

For 1st time:

Hostage families meet WH Chief of Staff, Press Secretary for 1st time

For the first time since the October 7 attacks, families of hostages held in Gaza met with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles,White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and Special Envoy Stev Witkoff.

Hostage families meet WH Chief of Staff, Press Secretary for 1st time

Israel sets new record in defense exports with over $14.7 billion

Israel MOD announces that Israel's all-time defense export record has been broken for the fourth consecutive year, with over $14.7 billion in 2024 - a 13% increase over the previous year. More than half of the deals were valued at over $100 million. Over 50% of the deals were with European countries. Defense exports have more than doubled over the past five years.

Israel sets new record in defense exports with over $14.7 billion

We chose life:

We chose life: First brit milah since 10/7 massacre on Kibbutz Be’eri

Moran and Itay Shabi, survivors of the Hamas massacre on Kibbutz Be’eri, celebrate the brit milah of their newborn son at the kibbutz, 'On 10/7 they took everything, but we chose life.'

We chose life: First brit milah since 10/7 massacre on Kibbutz Be’eri

Iran:

Iran: Man accused of spying for Israel sentenced to death

The alleged spy was accused of transporting equipment used in the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran: Man accused of spying for Israel sentenced to death

Edelstein's Spokesperson:

Edelstein's Spokesperson: If drafting Haredim in war is vengeance then I support vengeance

A senior Likud official accused MK Edelstein of dragging Israel to new elections for political revenge.

Edelstein's Spokesperson: If drafting Haredim in war is vengeance then I support vengeance

Protest at Kerem Shalom:

Hostages' families block trucks: 'This is direct aid to Hamas'

Following the closure of humanitarian aid centers, 'Tzav 9' activists and hostages' families block the passage of aid to Gaza, 'The trucks go directly to Hamas which is holding our loved ones.'

Hostages' families block trucks: 'This is direct aid to Hamas'

Mother of fallen soldier: 'I haven’t yet absorbed the reality'

'It still feels like he’s away on duty,' says Tehila Van Gelder, mother of Staff Sergeant Omer Van Gelder, who was killed in Gaza, describing her son's enduring smile, his dream of becoming a doctor, and his deep sense of mission.

Mother of fallen soldier: 'I haven’t yet absorbed the reality'

Trump administration moves to deport family of Boulder firebomb attacker

Wife and children of Mohammed Suliman, the terrorist behind the Boulder Molotov cocktail attack, detained by ICE. US officials seek their immediate deportation as investigators probe their possible connection to the attack.

Trump administration moves to deport family of Boulder firebomb attacker

Father of slain embassy staffer: 'She was our role model'

The family of Sarah Milgrim, who was murdered together with her boyfriend Yaron Lischinsky in an antisemitic shooting in Washington DC two weeks ago, spoke for the first time since the murder of their daughter with CBS News.

Father of slain embassy staffer: 'She was our role model'

Khamenei to Trump:

Khamenei to Trump: 'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran's Supreme Leader says accepting US proposal to end Iran's nuclear weapons program would violate the principle of Iranian independence, credits predecessor Khomeini for decline of US position in the world and rise of anti-Zionism.

Khamenei to Trump: 'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Leading haredi rabbi calls to dissolve Knesset

Yesh Atid to submit bill to dissolve the Knesset next week following Rabbi Dov Landau's call to back such a bill in the wake of a failed meeting with MK Yuli Edelstein

Leading haredi rabbi calls to dissolve Knesset

Michael Rapaport:

Michael Rapaport says 'the cavalry is not coming for us,’ after antisemitic attacks in US

Actor Michael Rapaport issues blunt warning to US Jewish community following recent antisemitic terror attacks, urging vigilance and highlighting silence from other communities amid rising threats.

Michael Rapaport says 'the cavalry is not coming for us,’ after antisemitic attacks in US

Master Sergeant (Res.) Alon Farkas fell in battle in Gaza

Master Sergeant (Res.) Alon Farkas, aged 27, from Kabri, a soldier in the 6646th Reconnaissance Battalion, 646th Brigade, fell during combat in the northern Gaza Strip.

Master Sergeant (Res.) Alon Farkas fell in battle in Gaza

Parents of Malki Roth deliver petition demanding extradition of Ahlam Tamimi to Huckabee

Nearly 30,000 signatures call on U.S. to demand Jordan comply with treaty and surrender FBI-listed fugitive behind 2001 Sbarro Bombing.

Parents of Malki Roth deliver petition demanding extradition of Ahlam Tamimi to Huckabee

At Mar-a-Lago:

Intruder arrested at Mar-a-Lago, sought to marry Trump's granddaughter

Man arrested after attempting to breach Mar-a-Lago, claiming he sought to "spread the gospel" to President Donald Trump and marry his teenage granddaughter. This marks the man’s second such attempt.

Intruder arrested at Mar-a-Lago, sought to marry Trump's granddaughter

For the first time:

For the first time: Hostage families meet White House Chief of Staff and Press Secretary

White House officials reaffirm the Trump administration’s full commitment to securing the release of all 58 hostages, stress that the administration will continue working relentlessly until every hostage is brought home.

For the first time: Hostage families meet White House Chief of Staff and Press Secretary

Washington Post retracts Gaza story after falsely blaming Israel

The Washington Post issues rare correction, admitting it misrepresented Israeli involvement in a Gaza incident that left over 30 dead. Updated findings and video footage refute the initial claims, which echoed unverified Hamas-linked sources.

Washington Post retracts Gaza story after falsely blaming Israel

Hamas crumbling, Gaza turns to Israel for aid:

Hamas crumbling, Gaza turns to Israel for aid: IDF spokesman lays bare the truth

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin reveals Hamas is losing its grip on Gaza as Israel steps up aid distribution — despite terrorists firing on their own civilians to block the help. 'We will not rest until the last hostage is home.'

Hamas crumbling, Gaza turns to Israel for aid: IDF spokesman lays bare the truth

Amit Segal: 'Only one man can trigger elections'

Amit Segal warns Shas chief Aryeh Deri alone has the power to collapse Netanyahu's government, as tensions over IDF Draft Law reach a boiling point.

Amit Segal: 'Only one man can trigger elections'

Trump's press secretary slams 'Fake News' BBC for retracting false stories about Israel

'Unlike some in the media, we don't take the word of Hamas with total truth... I suggest that journalists who actually care about truth do the same,' President Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt says.

Trump's press secretary slams 'Fake News' BBC for retracting false stories about Israel

2 rockets fired at Israel from Syria fall in open areas

Sirens sound in southern Golan Heights following rocket attack from Syria; IDF responds with artillery fire.

2 rockets fired at Israel from Syria fall in open areas

Missile fired from Yemen intercepted

Sirens activated in central missile after the IDF identified the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory.

Missile fired from Yemen intercepted

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'We have a mission, complete victory'

Prime Minister Netanyahu called on Israelis to attend a right-wing rally expected on Thursday in Jerusalem, calling it "a demonstration against the rule of the bureaucrats. Who are you? Were you elected Prime Minister?"

Netanyahu: 'We have a mission, complete victory'

MDA:

MDA: Omer was a standout volunteer who saved many lives

IDF Soldier and MDA Volunteer Staff Sergeant Omer Van Gelder fell in battle in Gaza, 'He was deeply dedicated to everything he did — both in MDA and during his military service,' Zaki Heller, MDA Spokesperson says.

MDA: Omer was a standout volunteer who saved many lives

White House:

President Trump announces, 'This President has your back'

'This President will stand up for Americans of all religions, of all faiths, of all creeds; to Jewish Americans at home, across the country, this President has your back,' says White House Press Secretary.

President Trump announces, 'This President has your back'

Herzog to captivity survivor

Herzog to captivity survivor: Your presence here is a message of hope

President Isaac Herzog met with released hostage Omer Wenkert, who was held by Hamas for over a year and freed this past February.

Herzog to captivity survivor: Your presence here is a message of hope

Three arrested in France for vandalizing Jewish sites

French authorities arrest three Serbian nationals for defacing Jewish institutions in central Paris, investigators probe possible foreign involvement, potentially linked to Russia.

Three arrested in France for vandalizing Jewish sites

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF Spokesperson: 'Hamas losing control; Governance crumbling'

IDF Spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin says every other house encountered in Gaza is booby-trapped during press briefing.

IDF Spokesperson: 'Hamas losing control; Governance crumbling'

Jewish ex-MLB star slams AOC for response to Colorado attack

World Series champion and multiple-time All-Star Kevin Youkilis accuses Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of 'virtue signalling' following latest antisemitic terror attack when she does not confront calls to 'globilize the Intifada.'

Jewish ex-MLB star slams AOC for response to Colorado attack

PM after 3 soldiers killed:

PM after 3 soldiers killed: The price is high, but we'll achieve the war's objectives

The Prime Minister addresses the nation after 3 Givati soldiers were killed in Gaza. 'They fell in a just war like no other - we will defeat Hamas, liberate all the hostages and ensure that Gaza will no longer pose a threat to Israel.'

PM after 3 soldiers killed: The price is high, but we'll achieve the war's objectives

National Mission:

Defense Min. appoints special coordinator to address hilltop youth in Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister Israel Katz appoints Avichai Tanami as special coordinator to address hilltop youth, ending use of administrative detention orders in Judea and Samaria.

Defense Min. appoints special coordinator to address hilltop youth in Judea and Samaria

Colorado attack suspect supported the Muslim Brotherhood

The social media posts of the Egyptian national accused of carrying out a firebomb attack on a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado featured praise for the radical Muslim Brotherhood organization.

Colorado attack suspect supported the Muslim Brotherhood

20 wanted persons arrested in counterterror ops in Judea and Samaria

Security forces apprehended 20 wanted individuals and confiscated a 'Carlo' weapon along with additional weapons.

20 wanted persons arrested in counterterror ops in Judea and Samaria

Deputy Foreign Minister

Dep. Foreign Minister to foreign press: International community must act now to stop Iran

Deputy FM Haskel addresses Iran’s nuclear threat, rising antisemitic violence, humanitarian effort in Gaza, and France’s unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state, 'Unilateral actions may lead to unilateral actions on Israel’s part too.'

Dep. Foreign Minister to foreign press: International community must act now to stop Iran