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The President said a military strike would be inappropriate as talks near a resolution, emphasizing that a strong deal with inspections could save lives, but noted that the situation could shift at any moment.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff revealed that he will send a new proposal for a ceasefire and hostage deal later in the day to Israel and Hamas.
In a global first, Israel deploys high-power laser systems to intercept enemy threats, marking a new era in aerial defense and battlefield innovation.
Footage from Sana'a International Airport shows the aftermath of the Israeli airstrike on Wednesday.
After nearly two years of relentless operations along the Lebanese border, the IDF's 146th Division concludes its mission, passing command to the 91st Division amid praise for reshaping northern Israel's security landscape and defeating Hezbollah threats.
Two senior U.S. Congressmen visited Binyamin and expressed firm support for the historic right of the Jewish people to sovereignty over Judea and Samaria.
Kaja Kallas denounces Israeli military actions and civilian conduct, calls for ceasefire and renewed aid to Gaza.
After receiving criticism from Steve Witkoff for its response to his proprosals, Hamas claims to have agreed with US mediators on a general framework for a deal that would see the release of 10 hostages.
Opposition leader accuses the prime minister of losing the support of the Trump Administration following America's recent moves in the Middle East.
Attorney Stuart Hershkowitz, the chairman of the board of the Jerusalem College of Technology and recipient of the Worthy Citizen of Jerusalem award, tells Arutz Sheva JCT graduates are at the forefront of Israel's defense industries, including missile defense technologies.
In a moving and empowering Shavuot message, renowned Torah teacher Rabbanit Yemima Mizrachi shares deep insights into the heart of the festival.
Liberman accuses Netanyahu of backing controversial left-wing figure Yair Golan for IDF Chief, says PM using scandal to deflect from hostages and Gaza failures.
Rabbi David Yosef, the Sephardi Chief Rabbi of Israel, offers a profound lesson on the spiritual essence and traditions of the festival.
Speaking at an international conference in Jerusalem, President Herzog called for a united global front to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and to confront the escalating wave of antisemitism worldwide.
IDF strikes in Gaza eliminate terrorists, destroy rocket launcher used against Kissufim, and target underground infrastructure, sniper, and anti-missile posts.
Speaking to the IHRA International Conference on Combating Antisemitism, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that there is no separation between hating Israel and hating Jews.
Arab security guard assaults haredi worshiper without cause; police arrest suspect as worshipers express outrage: 'This is how the Wall is protected?'
As 50,000 Russian troops mass near Kharkiv, Ukraine’s Jewish community distributes tens of thousands of Shavuot aid packages and plans nationwide Torah readings.
Defense Minister Katz updated that four terrorists are in an advanced stage of the expulsion process. A process for expelling hundreds more has begun.
As tensions rise over stalled Draft Law, senior UTJ figure says no move will be made without agreement from all party rabbis. 'Symbolic withdrawal is pointless.'
Health Ministry warns of public exposure in Ben Gurion Airport and Cinema City; urges immediate vaccination for the unprotected.
This event is part of the International Medical Aliyah Program (IMAP), an initiative to streamline the professional integration process for doctors making Aliyah.
Eli Albag says daughter Liri, freed after 477 days in Hamas captivity, now seeks to rejoin the IDF: 'She wants to settle the score.'
Israeli jets destroy last operational Houthi aircraft in Yemen, Defense Minister Katz warns: 'Whoever harms us will be hit sevenfold.'
As US President Donald Trump pushes for a deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns time is running out and readies military options, NYT report says. 'Only a deal that dismantles all infrastructure is acceptable.'
Karim Khan planned to issue arrest warrants for Ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir due to their activities to expand Israeli construction.
In a historic ceremony on Mount Hebron Liberation Day, Adorayim — founded after the murder of Rabbi Miki Mark — is formally recognized as an official community, symbolizing resilience and Zionist revival.
The IDF has published the investigation into the battle of Kerem Shalom during the October 7th massacre.
Trump administration orders US embassies worldwide to halt scheduling new student visa interviews. The order follows recent actions against international students, including a blocked order targeting Harvard.
The neighborhood of Nachalat Shimon has become the focus of a growing ideological and financial struggle over Jewish presence in the capital.
Germany's foreign minister and chancellor issued their strongest rebuke yet against Israel, threatening unspecified measures and halting weapons exports used to violate humanitarian law in Gaza.
S&P Global Ratings Director Maxim Rybnikov says that Israel's credit rating is unlikely to be upgraded until the Gaza war concludes due to its impact on the economy and fiscal health.
SpaceX's Starship, the colossal rocket envisioned for moon and Mars missions, experiences a "rapid unscheduled disassembly" during its ninth test flight.
Yisrael Beytenu chairman claims that humanitarian aid to Gaza is funded by the Mossad and the Defense Ministry, amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars from public funds, echoing similar claims made by Yair Lapid.
Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the IHRA Conference, warning that antisemitism is a virulent disease threatening all free societies, not just Jews.
Footage published on Arab social media shows precise shooting by an IDF sniper from a rooftop in Shechem (Nablus), targeting a terrorist walking among civilians.
Judge Moshe Sergovich reduced the fine to five shekels, calling the woman’s ordeal on October 7 ‘special and exceptional circumstances.'
COGAT publishes photograph of aid trucks waiting at the Kerem Shalom Crossing for the UN to use them to distribute aid in Gaza. 'The UN still refuses to do its job.'
Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter thanks Vice President JD Vance for his visit to the embassy and for the Trump Administration's compassion following the murder of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.
President reiterates preference for diplomacy as Israeli officials prepare for potential military action on Iran.
