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Accused of 'riots'
Iran arrests Bahai minority members, accuses them of 'riot' activity
Iran arrests Bahai minority members, accusing them of involvement in “riots," as rights groups warn of systematic persecution and a harsh crackdown following nationwide protests.
B’nai Brith to Canada:
B’nai Brith urges Canada to list Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorists
B’nai Brith Canada urges Ottawa to designate three Muslim Brotherhood chapters as terrorist entities over support for Hamas, calling for action to match recent US and Argentine measures.
Report:
Report: Trump seeks $1B buy‑in for Gaza 'Board of Peace'
Bloomberg reports that Trump seeks $1B from countries for permanent seats on his new Board of Peace.
Argentina blacklists Iran’s Quds Force as a terrorist group
Argentina designates Iran’s Quds Force and 13 linked individuals as terrorists, citing the 1992 embassy and 1994 AMIA attacks. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises the move.
New details revealed:
New details revealed: Why Trump chose not to strike Iran this week
Washington Post report provides new details on Trump’s decision to halt imminent US airstrikes on Iran after executions were canceled.
Former US Ambassador:
Ex‑US envoy predicts Trump may target Iran’s Supreme Leader within days
Former US Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro warns Trump may attempt to eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader, saying rising tensions and US military positioning could trigger major strikes but not immediate regime change.
US official: Gaza is our way or the highway
US President Donald Trump's advisers reject criticism of Board of Peace, say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu must make a choice, Axios reports.
Watch:
Watch: Arab rioters attack Samaria homestead
On Friday, dozens of Arab rioters from the villages of Qaddum and Beit Lid attacked residents of the Shirat Tzion homestead in Samaria.
Former MAG's lawyer met secretly with deputy AG
Days after meeting the former Military Advocate-General Tomer Yerushalmi at her home, Deputy Attorney General Sharon Afek met with her lawyer as well.
Official from former Chief of Staff's office interrogated
Official who served in former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi's office interrogated in connection to leaks.
US strikes terrorist in northwest Syria
US forces kill Al-Qaeda affiliate leader linked to ISIS ambush on Americans in Syria.
Parents of Hostage:
Parents of Hostage: 'Don't leave Ran behind!'
The family of Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage in Gaza, denounced Trump's push to begin the second phase of the Gaza plan as abandoning Israel's security.
Released hostage:
Released hostage: I agreed to die in Gaza so that Israel could destroy Hamas
Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor expresses support for his father's position, says he refused offer to spy for Hamas
Unusual discovery in Hadera sewage pipe
Embryo located in Hadera sewage after residents call professional to open blocked pipe.
Israeli found lifeless in Uman
Israeli found lifeless in Uman, Ukraine, to be transferred to Israel for burial.
Israeli singer removes 'Israel' from poster
Singer Itay Levy struck the word Israel from his promotional posters for a concert in France following online threats.
Forecast for Israel: Rain and snow
Rainfall and flooding expected, with snowfall on Mount Hermon.
IDF dismantles underground tunnel route
IDF dismantles rockets, underground tunnel route, in northern Gaza.
Khamenei accuses Trump of fueling unrest, warns enemies
'We will not let international or local criminals go unpunished,' Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warns.
IDF intercepts aerial weapons smuggling attempt
IDF intercepts drones crossing into Israeli territory bearing weapons.
UK police chief quits over ban on Israeli soccer fans
UK police chief Craig Guildford resigns after a report found West Midlands Police used “greatly exaggerated" intelligence to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.
Germany, Holocaust memorials demand action on fake AI images
Germany and Holocaust memorials warn that fake AI images are distorting history, urging social media platforms to remove or label them and prevent monetization amid rising concerns over AI-generated forgeries.
Report:
Report: Seized Gaza documents reveal Hamas intent to raid Judea and Samaria
Channel 12 News reveals IDF‑seized Gaza documents show Hamas intended to raid communities in Judea and Samaria, prompting updated IDF scenarios and new operational planning.
Report:
Report: Trump, Netanyahu held second phone call to discuss Iran
Axios reports that Trump and Netanyahu spoke on Thursday night to discuss Iran, their second phone call in two days on the Iran crisis.
Israel, US launch partnership on AI, critical technologies under Pax Silica initiative
The US and Israel, the first country to sign a joint statement in this field with the US, launch a strategic AI and technology partnership, strengthening security and innovation ties between the two nations.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: Military at peak readiness as regional tensions rise
IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin says the military is fully prepared on all fronts, urges public to rely on official updates, and confirms no change in Home Front guidelines.
Iranian-Israeli reporter:
Iranian-Israeli reporter: A US strike now would not change Iran
According to Iran International journalist Babak Itzhaki a strike on regime targets would not lead to any real results in Iran other than another round of missiles on Israel.
Rabbis' wives join revolution to protect sexual abuse victims
Wives of rabbis complete a pioneering course on sexual abuse, gaining tools to create protected communities across Israel.
Open University drops ‘ancient Palestine’ reference after receiving complaint
Institution amends course material after receiving warning that terminology risks erasing Jewish history and harming Jewish students.
Iran on the agenda
Report: Mossad Chief in US for high-level meetings on Iran
Barnea’s US visit comes amid Israel-US consultations on Iran protests, possible military action, and concerns over retaliation and renewed talks.
15 seats:
Left-wing petitions against Ben Gvir strengthen ‘Otzma Yehudit’
The strengthening of Otzma Yehudit follows the legal debate over Ben Gvir’s capability to serve as a minister, and the relevant discussions at the Supreme Court.
Rabbi Kalmanson attacks draft law:
Rabbi Kalmanson attacks draft law: 'A danger to Israel; Hashem will not forgive them.'
'Hashem will not forgive them, and history will not forget this injustice. The State of Israel has not yet finished dealing with its enemies - we need soldiers, says bereaved father Rabbi Benny Kalmanson on the proposed draft law.
Attempt to smuggle 100 tons of waste for burning foiled
Several attempts were thwarted to smuggle more than 100 tons of waste on five trucks through crossings in Judea and Samaria for illegal burning.
Watch:
Watch: Military helicopter crashes in Gush Etzion
A military helicopter, which had been grounded for several days near Ma'ale Amos, crashed during its recovery operation. The Air Force has initiated an investigation.
Tragic ending:
Teen's body found 3 days after he was swept away in storm
Moshe Lodmer, a student at the Boyan Yeshiva in Modiin Illit, was found dead after being swept away by the Modiin Stream on Tuesday.
Israeli woman to be charged with activity on behalf of Hamas
Rania Dandan, 51, from Kiryat Motzkin, will be charged for engaging in ideological propaganda activities on behalf of Hamas.
Shema Yisrael, Tzitzit, and Tefillin:
Shema Yisrael, Tzitzit, and Tefillin: Faith, Identity, and Jewish Resilience
Shema Yisrael "Hear, O Israel" is our declaration of Jewish faith. Its opening verse affirms the unity of Hashem and the absolute core of Jewish belief. The Shema has preserved Jewish identity and resilience throughout the ages.
Bodies held hostage
Iran demands large payments from families of murdered protesters
Testimonies from parents of those murdered during protests in Iran reveal that authorities are demanding large sums of money in exchange for returning the bodies of their children.
One killed, dozens injured in 3 serious traffic accidents overnight
Three serious road accidents through the night: youngster killed, two in serious condition in north and 27 injured in south
