US organization voices opposition to F-35 sale to Saudis
Americans for a Safe Israel is calling on Congress to act to prevent future sales of advanced weapon systems to Middle Eastern authoritarian regimes.
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Heartfelt moments at the annual event for children of Bet Sabah Elazraki
The annual event, dedicated to the Home’s graduates, moved everyone deeply and left a strong impression.
Report:
Report: Hamas stockpiling weapons around the world for post-war use
According to a Kan News report, Hamas has begun storing advanced weapons in Africa, Yemen, and other friendly states to smuggle later into strategic locations, undermining disarmament initiatives.
'We won't allow it'
Haredi faction slams Finance Minister's yeshiva budgets: 'We won't allow it'
Degel Hatorah slams Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's budgets for yeshivas, accusing him of funding only Religious Zionist yeshivas. ' All his claims that he supposedly cares about the Torah world are nothing but empty words.'
Deceased hostage's mother shares concerns: 'We don't want him to be the next Hadar Goldin'
Talik Gvili, mother of SFC Ran Gvili, whose body is still held by Hamas, says she’s met PM several times and praises public support: 'We feel an enormous embrace.'
Rabbi of Ofra condemns rogue hilltop actions, cites threat to national security
Rabbi Ahiya Ben‑Pazi of Ofra sharply criticized independent Hilltop Youth actions, reckless driving, Sabbath desecration, theft, and violence, warning they undermine the settlement movement and national security.
Tehran claims uranium enrichment has stopped
Tehran says its enrichment facilities remain inactive after recent strikes, as officials signal conditional openness to renewed nuclear talks.
Measles patient exposes masses at Bnei Brak event hall
Health Ministry calls on anyone who attended an event at Keter Harimon in Bnei Brak to check vaccination status, call Ministry hotline.
Saudis have not given up on a Palestinian state
Source in the Saudi royal family tells Israeli media that they would not normalize ties with Israel without a 'two-state solution based on the 1967 borders.'
'Distorted'
'Distorted': Oxford Union adopts motion saying Israel tops Iran as threat
Widely condemned decision sees Oxford Union back a motion portraying Israel as destabilizing the region, despite Iran’s record of proxy warfare and regional aggression.
Chief of Staff in Rafah:
Chief of Staff in Rafah: 'If needed, we will take control of more territory in Gaza'
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment in the Gaza Division, toured Rafah, and reviewed the operational picture and developments in all arenas.
Strock:
Strock: 'We did not go to war just to bring back the hostages'
Clash erupts in government meeting as Minister Orit Strock questioned PM Netanyahu over the Gaza ceasefire’s duration, with Netanyahu stressing hostage returns and the need to advance demilitarization.
Southern Lebanon:
IDF troops fire warning shots after misidentifying UN soldiers in southern Lebanon
UNIFIL said IDF tank fire landed near its peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, while the IDF clarified they were misidentified as suspects due to poor weather and the incident is under review.
Rabbi Cherlow
Rabbi Cherlow: Death penalty for Nukhba terrorists - But not for all terrorists
Rabbi Yuval Cherlow stated that the death penalty for Hamas’s Nukhba terrorists is justified, but warned that sweeping legislation imposing it on all terrorists could endanger Israel.
Director-General of Laniado and Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Centers passed away
Rabbi Gershon Lieder, a prominent leader of the Sanz Hasidim, Director-General of the Sanz-Laniado Medical Center in Netanya and Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center in Bnei Brak, passed away at age 80.
Netanyahu clarifies
Netanyahu clarifies: 'No to a Palestinian state'
The Prime Minister criticized the recent “tweet storm” over security issues and clarified that Israel’s policy on Gaza and the political process has not changed.
Watch:
Watch: Case closed against Arab who tore Israeli flag from vehicle
Six months ago, an Arab was filmed tearing an Israeli flag from a Jew's car. The car owner filed a police complaint, but the case was closed. Honenu demands that the offender be brought to justice.
Outrage in Germany:
Outrage in Germany: Call to cancel auction of Holocaust artifacts
Auschwitz-Birkenau International Committee urges German auction house to cancel sale of Holocaust items, says inclusion of such items 'cynical and shameless.'
Chikli
Chikli: Turkey establishing forward base in Syria that will threaten Israel
Minister Amichai Chikli warns that Turkey is building bases in northern Syria and cooperating with the army of al-Julani. He said Israel must work to isolate Turkey internationally and strengthen alliances with Cyprus, Greece, and Italy.
4 girls injured:
Building in Beit Shemesh used as a kindergarten collapsed
Four girls were injured when the roof of a building in Beit Shemesh used as a kindergarten collapsed.
Supreme Court
Supreme Court: Levin must appoint new candidate to oversee MAG investigation
Court rules that Justice Minister Yariv Levin is authorized to appoint an external candidate to oversee the investigation into the Military Advocate General (MAG) affair, but determined that the appointee will not be Judge Asher Kula.
Espionage:
Espionage: Suspect exploits partner's reserve duty service
Shin Bet and police investigation reveals that the suspect sent photos and locations of security sites to Iran and exploited his partner's reserve duty service to obtain confidential information.
Defense Minister clarifies
Defense Minister clarifies: 'A Palestinian state will not be established'
Minister Israel Katz responded this morning to the American proposal to the UN that includes steps that facilitate the future establishment of a Palestinian state.
Hebron:
26,000 visit Hebron for Chayei Sarah, security forces arrest multiple suspects
Judea and Samaria District Police, IDF, and Border Police in Hebron responded to gunfire, arrested two suspects linked to the incident, and detained 13 others for various offenses while conducting extensive preventative measures throughout the area.
UN rapporteur claims no 'independent investigation' found rape committed on Oct. 7
United Nations Special Rapporteur on violence against women Reem Alsalem falsely claimed that there was "no rape" committed during the Hamas massacre of October 7, 2023, ignoring the UN's own investigation.
Message to US
Message to US: Israel opposes sale of F-35s to Saudi Arabia
Minister Ron Dermer conveyed Israel’s opposition in Washington, emphasizing concerns about losing Israel’s aerial superiority and the potential transfer of sensitive security information to Russia and China.
Withdraws endorsement
Trump withdraws endorsement, blasts Marjorie Taylor Greene as 'traitor'
Trump withdraws his endorsement of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene amid an ongoing dispute between the two, which escalated after she pushed for Epstein file releases and criticized his agenda.
B'nai Brith Canada condemns
'Kill all Jews' graffiti at Montreal university sparks outrage from B’nai Brith Canada
B’nai Brith Canada condemns Concordia University in Montreal after “Kill all Jews" was found scrawled on campus. The group launches a new initiative to hold schools accountable for protecting Jewish students.
Is this the leading candidate for Israel’s next State Comptroller?
Political sources point to retired Supreme Court Justice Yosef Elron as the leading candidate - if he agrees to accept the role.
'They cheated'
Trump vows to sue BBC for $5B over edited speech: They cheated
Trump vows to sue the BBC for up to $5B over a misleading edit of his Jan. 6 speech. The BBC apologized but denied defamation.
Antisemitic graffiti found in Brooklyn, local leaders condemn the hate
Antisemitic graffiti saying “F**k Jews” found in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn. Mayor‑elect Mamdani, Gov. Hochul and Rep. Stefanik all condemn the act and urge prosecution.
Freed hostage in first speech:
Freed hostage in first speech: I was exposed to images from the square, you gave me hope
Freed hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal gives powerful speech at Hostages Square, recalls October 7, honors murdered friends, and urges Israel to bring home the remaining hostages: “I am finally home.”
Government to debate establishing inquiry committee into October 7 massacre
The government is set to discuss forming a committee to investigate the events of October 7, following a Supreme Court ruling requiring an update on the matter within 30 days.
Shas MK attacked by haredi extremists
Dozens of haredi youths attack Shas MK Yoav Ben Tzur in Jerusalem, protesting support for Draft Law.
Full magazine found aboard flight, passengers evacuated
Passengers deplane after pistol magazine found on Frontier Airlines flight; police and FBI investigate.
Trump plan with Saudi Arabia threatens Israeli air superiority
The planned deal would allow Saudi Arabia to buy the F-35, which has clear implications for Israeli air superiority in the region.
Yeshiva student dies of brain bleed
Yosef Efraim Abramowitz, 29, declared dead after collapsing earlier this week.
'Gun Rush' sweeps Jewish New York
Jewish New Yorkers are buying firearms and seeking training in anticipation of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani taking office, fearing a rise in antisemitic incidents and reduced police protection.
Family releases footage of deceased hostage
The family of Meny and Ayelet Godard, killed during Hamas captivity and during the October 7 massacre, releases footage of the couple in their safe room during a 2021 Gaza operation. 'It's not over 'till it's over.'
Flock of sheep poisoned at a farm in Binyamin region
Palestinians from the village of al-Mughayyir entered the grazing lands of the Metzudat David farm in Binyamin during Shabbat and scattered poisoned dates among the fodder.
