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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

'Go be our beacons and hope'

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's inspiring address: 'Go be our beacons and our hope'

Mother of American hostage who was murdered by his Hamas captors thanks YU graduates for their love and support during commencement speech. 'In this life, we are what we do.'

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's inspiring address: 'Go be our beacons and our hope'

SA Chief Rabbi:

SA Chief Rabbi: President Ramaphosa “cursed” for ICJ case against Israel

Rabbi Warren Goldstein says South Africa's leader cursed Israel and now faces global humiliation, failure to condemn 'Kill the Boer' chant, and rising violence marking ANC's moral collapse.

SA Chief Rabbi: President Ramaphosa “cursed” for ICJ case against Israel

Houthi missile launched at central Israel intercepted; Sirens sound across central region

IDF confirms successful interception of missile from Yemen; no injuries reported as Israel State Cup briefly paused in Tel Aviv during match attended by President Herzog.

Houthi missile launched at central Israel intercepted; Sirens sound across central region

Israel and Hamas deny

Report: Hamas and Israel agree to 60-day ceasefire, Israel and Hamas deny

President Trump reportedly expected to personally unveil terms of US-brokered ceasefire, as both sides agree to phased release of hostages and prisoners over 60-day truce period.

Report: Hamas and Israel agree to 60-day ceasefire, Israel and Hamas deny

Poll:

Poll: Growing Syrian support for peace with Israel

Survey by Syrian research center shows deep divides on normalization, with notable support in southern provinces and among minority groups.

Poll: Growing Syrian support for peace with Israel

DeSantis warns nuclear talks with Iran are 'hazardous'

Florida Governor voices deep skepticism of the Trump administration's talks with Iran on the regime's nuclear weapons program and says the regime cannot be trusted.

DeSantis warns nuclear talks with Iran are 'hazardous'

Between Sirens and Drones:

Between Sirens and Drones: Kyiv Jewish community prepares for Shavuot

Despite ongoing attacks, Kyiv’s Jewish community marks Shavuot with Torah readings, support for soldiers and prisoners, and widespread aid distribution.

Between Sirens and Drones: Kyiv Jewish community prepares for Shavuot

Weapons drawn

Weapons drawn | Watch: Police bomb material smuggling attempt mid-highway

Security forces uncover smuggling route supplying bomb materials used in 2024 Gush Etzion attacks; four suspects, including Israeli citizen, to be indicted.

Weapons drawn | Watch: Police bomb material smuggling attempt mid-highway

US Envoy to UN:

US Envoy to UN: Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Acting US Alternate Representative John Kelley criticizes antisemitism, denounces Hamas, and outlines US support for aid mechanisms that bypass terrorist groups

US Envoy to UN: Palestinian state recognition would reward Hamas terror

Likud HQ riot:

45 released, 15 face court after violent left-wing riot at Likud HQ

Suspects accused of assaulting officers and storming building during Tel Aviv protest; police vow to pursue justice.

45 released, 15 face court after violent left-wing riot at Likud HQ

Right before the funeral

Grandfather circumcises baby Ravid Chaim right before infant's funeral

Just before the family said goodbye to him, Ravid Chaim's grandfather performed the circumcision ceremony for the child delivered when his mother was murdered in a terrorist attack.

Grandfather circumcises baby Ravid Chaim right before infant's funeral

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: David Libi, from Malachei Hashalom, fell in battle in Gaza

David Libi, a private contractor, was killed by an explosion while working to destroy terrorist infrastructure.

Cleared for publication: David Libi, from Malachei Hashalom, fell in battle in Gaza

To target Israel:

Ireland still seeking to change definition of genocide to target Israel

Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin tells legislature he still hopes 'that we will broaden the criteria by which genocide is judged' in order to find Israel guilty, months after first announcing that goal.

Ireland still seeking to change definition of genocide to target Israel

Shas threatens coalition exit over Draft Law delay

Party rabbis to meet after Shavuot holiday to decide future in government; pressure mounts as no agreement reached on draft legislation.

Shas threatens coalition exit over Draft Law delay

IDF halts training of women in tranportation units

After approximately 6 months of training, the Chief of Staff decided to halt the trial program to train women as infantry in transportation units due to physical and medical challenges.

IDF halts training of women in tranportation units

Yeshiva heads ban travel for students with draft orders

Following arrests at Ben Gurion Airport and stricter enforcement of the draft law, top haredi leaders order: No exit from Israel without explicit approval.

Yeshiva heads ban travel for students with draft orders

Rare species at risk?

Rare species at risk? Jerusalem residents battle plan threatening key nature zone

Residents warn a massive school project could destroy trees, wildlife, and a vital stream; city insists it’s legal and eco-monitored. Over 10,000 sign petition to halt the plan.

Rare species at risk? Jerusalem residents battle plan threatening key nature zone

Rabbi Goldschmidt Urges Unity and Torah Learning in Pre-Shavuot Message

President of the Conference of European Rabbis, calls on Jews around the world to embrace the spirit of Torah learning and communal connection, even in the digital age.

Rabbi Goldschmidt Urges Unity and Torah Learning in Pre-Shavuot Message

Shuli Rand:

Shuli Rand: 'Haredim must be recruited only through love, not force'

The creator and singer Shuli Rand addressed the issue of recruiting Haredim and said that a respectful and willing way to integrate should be found.

Shuli Rand: 'Haredim must be recruited only through love, not force'

Baby Ravid Chaim, son of Tz'ela Gez, has died of his injuries

The Samaria Regional Council and the community of Bruchin announce with deep sorrow that newborn Ravid Chaim, the son of the late Tze'ela Gez, passed away Thursday morning at the hospital.

Baby Ravid Chaim, son of Tz'ela Gez, has died of his injuries

Gal Gadot’s Hollywood star vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti

'Baby killer' spray-painted on Israeli actress’s star; two Israelis nearby clean the site.

Gal Gadot’s Hollywood star vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti

Report:

Report: Lebanese army destroying Hezbollah with Israeli intelligence

The Lebanese army has achieved about 80% of the goal of dismantling the terrorist organization with the help of the IDF.

Report: Lebanese army destroying Hezbollah with Israeli intelligence

US envoy's new Israel-Hamas deal: 9 living hostages, 60-day ceasefire, IDF withdrawal

US envoy Steve Witkoff’s plan includes release of nine hostages, 18 bodies, IDF pullback, and UN-managed aid to Gaza during talks to end the war.

US envoy's new Israel-Hamas deal: 9 living hostages, 60-day ceasefire, IDF withdrawal

Released Hostage:

Released Hostage: 'Terrorists were scared of Trump'

Released hostage Omer Shem Tov spoke about how Hamas terrorists were eager for Kamala Harris to win.

Released Hostage: 'Terrorists were scared of Trump'

Historic decision:

Historic decision: Israel approves 22 new communities in Judea and Samaria

In landmark move led by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's Cabinet authorizes new settlements — including in Homesh and Sa-Nur — as part of strategy to solidify Israeli presence and block a Palestinian state.

Historic decision: Israel approves 22 new communities in Judea and Samaria

Ori Megidish recounts:

Ori Megidish recounts: I asked for signs from God while in captivity - and received them

The first hostage rescued from captivity, Ori Megidish, shares how her faith helped her survive and recalls the moment of her rescue when she shouted in Hebrew.

Ori Megidish recounts: I asked for signs from God while in captivity - and received them

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani calls for an immediate halt to Israel's assault on the Gaza Strip, deeming its forms "absolutely dramatic and unacceptable."

Italy urges Israel to halt Gaza war, citing 'unacceptable forms'

Ryanair extends Israel flight suspension through July

Ryanair extends its suspension of flights to Israel until July 31, citing ongoing regional instability.

Ryanair extends Israel flight suspension through July

Musk departs White House advisory role

Elon Musk announces he has concluded his role as a top advisor to President Trump: “I would like to thank President Trump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending.”

Musk departs White House advisory role

Federal court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

Federal trade court blocks President Trump from imposing widespread tariffs under emergency powers, ruling he exceeded his authority and created economic uncertainty.

Federal court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

Ben Gvir to Interior Minister:

Minister Ben Gvir to Interior Minister: Deport the wife of terrorist Walid Daqqa

In a letter to Minister Moshe Arbel, Ben Gvir writes that "the wife of the terrorist, Sana Daqqa, published several inciting posts, including a post praising her terrorist husband."

Minister Ben Gvir to Interior Minister: Deport the wife of terrorist Walid Daqqa

Watch:

Police clash with protesters after infiltration of Likud headquarters

Police say demonstrators light fires, block roads, and break into Metzudat Ze'ev, prompting officers to use force after the protest declared unlawful. 62 protesters arrested, two officers injured.

Police clash with protesters after infiltration of Likud headquarters

Smotrich warns:

Smotrich warns against partial deal: I won't allow such a thing to happen

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich responds to envoy Witkoff’s statement: "We must tighten the noose on Hamas and force it into a surrender deal with all hostages released at once."

Smotrich warns against partial deal: I won't allow such a thing to happen

Danon:

Danon: When Israeli diplomats aren't safe walking streets, alarm bells must ring out'

American Jewish Committee, Israel’s Mission to the UN hold memorial for the two murdered Israeli Embassy staff in New York.

Danon: When Israeli diplomats aren't safe walking streets, alarm bells must ring out'

Trump confidante:

Trump confidante: 'Trump knows a safe Israel also means a safe America

GOP National Spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko, who is considered one of the people closest to US President Donald Trump, tells i24NEWS Trump is just as supportive of Israel as ever.

Trump confidante: 'Trump knows a safe Israel also means a safe America

Watch:

Watch: Gazans cheer for 'Trump, Netanyahu, and America'

Footage reportedly from the Gaza Strip following the opening of the new aid distribution centers, which Israel and the US initiated, shows a group of young men chanting the names of the US and Israeli leaders.

Watch: Gazans cheer for 'Trump, Netanyahu, and America'

Trump proposes 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard

US President accuses Harvard of treating the US with "great disrespect" while suggesting cutting the percentage of foreign students by about half.

Trump proposes 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard

No longer afraid?

No longer afraid? Hundreds of Gazans raid Hamas flour storehouses

Hundreds of Gazans broke into Hamas's al-Ghafari storehouses and looted bags of flour.

No longer afraid? Hundreds of Gazans raid Hamas flour storehouses

IDF Chief:

IDF Chief: Fight against Hezbollah not over — we will pursue to collapse

During a frontline assessment, IDF Chief LTG Zamir vows continued operations against Hezbollah and beyond, praising troops for reshaping the northern security reality.

IDF Chief: Fight against Hezbollah not over — we will pursue to collapse