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Ahead of schedule:

United Airlines to resume Newark-Tel Aviv flights ahead of schedule

United Airlines says it will restart flights from Newark to Tel Aviv on June 5, earlier than expected, following a thorough safety review; other airlines are also gradually resuming service to Israel.

United Airlines to resume Newark-Tel Aviv flights ahead of schedule

Hamas demands:

Hamas demands 7-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

Israeli official: Hamas’ response to ceasefire plan is 'a slammed door,' with demands far from Israel’s offer. Witkoff: Hamas' response 'totally unacceptable.'

Hamas demands 7-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

Jerusalem sets up hospitality tents for Shavuot pilgrims

Five hospitality tents will serve the masses heading to the Western Wall for Shavuot, offering refreshments and rest areas.

Jerusalem sets up hospitality tents for Shavuot pilgrims

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism:

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism: 'My great-grandfather’s synagogue was attacked'

President Isaac Herzog expresses shock after Jewish institutions in Paris were vandalized over Shabbat, urges French authorities to act swiftly and protect the community.

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism: 'My great-grandfather’s synagogue was attacked'

IDF strikes and eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

In sweeping day of operations, IDF troops eliminate terrorists, dismantle explosives, and destroy Hamas infrastructure — including a top weapons manufacturing commander.

IDF strikes and eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

Rare Shabbat statement:

Rare Shabbat statement: PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

In rare move, Prime Minister's Office issues English statement on Shabbat, calling on international community to act immediately after an IAEA report reveals Iran's growing stockpile of highly enriched uranium.

Rare Shabbat statement: PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal:

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal: 'We share a common enemy with Israel'

The new president of Syria, Al-Julani, was interviewed by the Jewish newspaper and addressed his country's relationship with Israel.

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal: 'We share a common enemy with Israel'

Paris: Four Jewish sites vandalized in a single night

Four Jewish institutions in Paris defaced overnight with green paint, including two synagogues and a Holocaust memorial.

Paris: Four Jewish sites vandalized in a single night

IDF and Shin Bet reveal:

IDF and Shin Bet reveal: Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

IDF and Shin Bet release footage of the underground strike beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, in which Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammad Shabaneh were eliminated.

IDF and Shin Bet reveal: Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

Diplomatic showdown:

Diplomatic showdown looms: Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.

Diplomatic showdown looms: Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Biden on cancer diagnosis:

Biden on cancer diagnosis: The expectation is we‘re going to be able to beat this

Former President makes his first public address since his Stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis, speaking at a Memorial Day commemoration in Delaware. Biden dismisses concerns about his mental fitness while in office and says he has "no regrets" about not running in 2024.

Biden on cancer diagnosis: The expectation is we‘re going to be able to beat this

In homes and UNRWA bags

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts in homes and UNRWA bags

IDF troops in Gaza locate and dismantle extensive terrorist infrastructure, including over 800 explosive devices and dozens of tunnel shafts. Weapons found in residential homes and even inside UNRWA bags in a former school in Shejaiya.

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts in homes and UNRWA bags

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

IDF confirms strikes on Syrian weapon storage facilities with coastal and surface-to-air missiles near Latakia, says the strikes aimed to neutralize threats to international and Israeli maritime navigation.

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

Amid deal uncertainty

Trump envoys reassure hostage families amid deal uncertainty

Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Adam Boehler, assure hostage families they'll leverage humanitarian aid for info if a deal fails, promising not to abandon them, according to Israeli TV report.

Trump envoys reassure hostage families amid deal uncertainty

Israeli government:

Israel slams Macron over Gaza comments: ‘He wants to reward terrorists with a state’

Israeli government fiercely rebukes French President after he calls for tougher European action against Israel over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, 'We will stand firm against international pressure.'

Israel slams Macron over Gaza comments: ‘He wants to reward terrorists with a state’

During World Jewish Congress:

During World Jewish Congress: African delegation visits bereaved families at Gvura Forum

A delegation of representatives from Africa in Israel for the World Jewish Congress gathering, visits the Gvura Forum Tent to offer support to the bereaved families and demand victory over Hamas.

During World Jewish Congress: African delegation visits bereaved families at Gvura Forum

Ancient 'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in Jerusalem in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

In a moving ceremony at the National Library in Jerusalem, the public was granted a rare glimpse of the ancient “Damascus Crowns” — Torah manuscripts smuggled from Syria in a daring operation led by Rabbi Avraham Hamra.

Ancient 'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in Jerusalem in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

Former hostage:

Former hostage, Eli Sharabi: 'I am proud that I chose life'

Former Hamas hostage Eli Sharabi launches his new book 'Kidnapped' in which he shares his difficult time in captivity, 'they demanded that we read the Quran, we refused; I am proud that I chose life.'

Former hostage, Eli Sharabi: 'I am proud that I chose life'

David Libi laid to rest at Malachei Hashalom

David Libi, who was killed in an explosive device blast in Jabaliya, is laid to rest in Malachei Hashalom. His friends bid farewell to him with an emotional song.

David Libi laid to rest at Malachei Hashalom

IDF Spokesperson:

'Despite Hamas' ongoing abuse of Gazans, they continue to come and receive aid'

IDF Spokesman: 'Hamas is starving the residents of Gaza and looting the aid intended for them; Hamas continues to hold 58 of our hostages captive.'

'Despite Hamas' ongoing abuse of Gazans, they continue to come and receive aid'

'Until Victory':

Minister of Defense Israel Katz at Sanur: 'This is a historical moment'

Defense Minister Katz: We are rebuilding Sanur and 21 more communities in Judea and Samaria

Minister of Defense Israel Katz at Sanur: 'This is a historical moment'

IDF:

IDF troops dismantle dozens of terror infrastructure sites throughout Gaza

The IDF troops eliminated terrorists, dismantled weapons, terrorist infrastructure, and underground infrastructure sites.

IDF troops dismantle dozens of terror infrastructure sites throughout Gaza

'He always wanted to serve':

'He always wanted to serve': Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Efrat Libi, aunt of 19-year-old David Libi who was killed in Gaza, recalls his lifelong dream to serve, his work as a contractor alongside the IDF, and the family's heartbreak.

'He always wanted to serve': Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander:

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander: 'What future do you promise my children?'

In a fiery exchange, Israel's Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely challenges Piers Morgan on Hamas, war ethics, and global hypocrisy: 'Would you accept Hamas on your doorstep?'

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander: 'What future do you promise my children?'

Malachei Hashalom:

First cemetery in Malachei Hashalom established overnight for fallen hero David Libi

Within 24 hours of his death in Gaza, a new cemetery is inaugurated in Malachei Hashalom to bury David Libi, son of the community's founder.

First cemetery in Malachei Hashalom established overnight for fallen hero David Libi

Netanyahu undergoes routine colonoscopy in Jerusalem

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu successfully underwent a routine colonoscopy at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, accompanied by his personal physician and a senior medical team, his office says.

Netanyahu undergoes routine colonoscopy in Jerusalem

Hostages' families block Gaza aid trucks in protest

Tzav 9 activists and hostages' families block humanitarian aid trucks at Kerem Shalom, demanding Israel stop supplies that benefit Hamas.

Hostages' families block Gaza aid trucks in protest

At Rantis Crossing:

Border Police volunteer injured in ramming attack at Rantis Crossing

Palestinian Authority Arab suspect rams Border Police volunteer during an anti-car theft op, is later caught in Samaria.

Border Police volunteer injured in ramming attack at Rantis Crossing

David Libi, killed in Gaza, won't be recognized as fallen soldier

Despite performing military duties and facing identical risks, 19-year-old David Libi will not be recognized as an IDF casualty due to his status as a civilian contractor.

David Libi, killed in Gaza, won't be recognized as fallen soldier

IDF probe: Urim Base unprepared, 8 killed in October 7 attack

IDF investigation reveals Urim military base was not ready for large-scale terror assault during Hamas’ October 7 rampage; eight soldiers fell, critical defense failures were exposed.

IDF probe: Urim Base unprepared, 8 killed in October 7 attack

Yonkers man jailed for antisemitic assault on Jewish barber

Ahmed al Jabali sentenced to six years in prison for a hate crime attack after attacking a Jewish barber with scissors, leaving him injured.

Yonkers man jailed for antisemitic assault on Jewish barber

Former Royal Marine charged in Liverpool parade crash

A 53-year-old former Royal Marine, Paul Doyle, charged following the Liverpool parade crash that injured 79. Doyle faces multiple counts of causing and attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, along with dangerous driving.

Former Royal Marine charged in Liverpool parade crash

On suspicion of incitement

Sana Daqqa, widow of terrorist Walid Daqqa, arrested on suspicion of incitement

Israel Police arrest Sana Daqqa, the widow of terrorist Walid Daqqa, in Jerusalem, on suspicion of publishing inciting statements against the State of Israel and IDF soldiers. Arrest carried out following a request from Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Sana Daqqa, widow of terrorist Walid Daqqa, arrested on suspicion of incitement

Revealed in the Knesset:

Revealed in the Knesset: Antisemitism in France surges by 185%

During a Knesset discussion, Shas MK presents testimonies from French rabbis expressing fears about the future. Minister Amichai Eliyahu calls on French Jews to immigrate to Israel.

Revealed in the Knesset: Antisemitism in France surges by 185%

In Samaria:

IDF, police, and Israel Dog Unit fulfill dream for child with special needs in Samaria

In heartwarming event, dozens of female IDF lookouts, along with officers from the Israel Police's Ariel station and canine handlers from IDU, fulfill the dream of a child with special needs from Samaria.

IDF, police, and Israel Dog Unit fulfill dream for child with special needs in Samaria

Report:

Report: This is the full text of Witkoff’s Gaza ceasefire proposal

Drop Site News reveals full text of the US "term sheet" for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal as proposed by envoy Steve Witkoff. Hamas has yet to accept the proposal: It does not meet our demands.

Report: This is the full text of Witkoff’s Gaza ceasefire proposal

Watch:

Watch | IDF Spokesperson presents: Humanitarian aid - debunked

IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin presents the truth about the humanitarian aid entering Gaza: “We must not forget who is responsible for the situation - Hamas has been stealing aid meant for civilians, and starving the population for too long.”

Watch | IDF Spokesperson presents: Humanitarian aid - debunked

Amid reestablishment efforts

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets across Lebanon amid terror reestablishment efforts

IDF strikes several military sites throughout Lebanon belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization. “The IDF will continue prevent any attempt by Hezbollah to reestablish its terror capabilities."

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets across Lebanon amid terror reestablishment efforts

Chilling:

Chilling: David Libi, who was killed in Gaza, in a video from the yeshiva where he studied

The Telem Yeshiva, where David Libi who was killed during an operation to destroy terror infrastructure in Gaza had studied, publishes footage of him singing.

Chilling: David Libi, who was killed in Gaza, in a video from the yeshiva where he studied

Netanyahu admits:

Netanyahu admits: Hamas is still in power because of profits from humanitarian aid

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu admitted to hostages' families that one of the two reasons that Hamas is still in power is its profits from the humanitarian aid.

Netanyahu admits: Hamas is still in power because of profits from humanitarian aid