Azerbaijan rules out joining Gaza peacekeeping force
Azerbaijan’s president says the country will not send troops abroad, including to Gaza, confirming no role in any peacekeeping force.
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Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke
Ran Hirschorn, a platoon sergeant and father of two, passed away after collapsing due to a sudden stroke.
Venezuelan VP Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as interim president
Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's Vice President and Oil Minister, was formally sworn in as the country's interim president today, two days after former President Nicolas Maduro was captured in an American raid on Caracas.
With PM's approval:
With PM's approval: Ankle monitor to be used to track Samaria teen
With backing from Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Shin Bet chief, IDF Central Command approved electronic ankle monitors to enforce restriction orders in Judea and Samaria, sparking legal backlash.
Bennett
Bennett: 'Next government will repeal Draft Law on day 1'
The plan Bennett presented for reserve soldiers includes one million shekels for purchasing a home, priority in state tenders, and a free bachelor’s degree. "The Israeli pyramid is being flipped."
Northern Israel:
Officers' training cadet wounded in training accident in northern Israel
A cadet from the Officers' Training School Gefen Battalion was severely injured as a result of a training accident at an IDF base in northern Israel.
The judge's response to Maduro's claim he was 'kidnapped'
Deposed Venezuelan dictator and his wife plead innocent upon their first court appearance since their capture.
Report
Report: How Mamdani covered for cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders
A New York Times report reveals how NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani attempted to avoid angering Jewish New Yorkers by cancelling many orders instead of the two related to antisemitism and Israel.
The Chief Rabbi's emotional meeting with Ran Gvili's parents
Rabbi David Yosef met with the parents of the last remaining hostage in Gaza.
Interest rate lowered to 4% as Bank of Israel cites falling inflation
Move comes amid easing inflation, stronger shekel, moderating labor pressures, and steady economic growth, according to the Bank of Israel.
France:
Ten convicted in France for spreading claims about Brigitte Macron's gender
Paris judges said the defendants acted maliciously in spreading false gender claims, imposing suspended sentences, courses and social media bans.
Watch:
Watch: Hamas supporters snagged in the dead of night
Helmet-cam footage shows Yasam officers arresting two Palestinian Arabs who allegedly uploaded posts encouraging attacks on Israelis.
Rabbi sues Haaretz
Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Zini has filed a lawsuit for 500,000 shekels against the Haaretz newspaper, claiming false and defamatory publications attributed to him.
Ben Gvir: The Attorney General wants a dictatorship
Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir claims: "The Attorney General and the Supreme Court have no authority to dismiss ministers - if such a ruling is given, it will be blatantly illegal."
Police ask to review ex-MAG's defense WhatsApp group
Police asked the court to determine whether WhatsApp correspondence linked to former Military Advocate General are protected by attorney-client privilege or may be used in the investigation.
New survey:
New survey: Nearly 8 in 10 Israelis concerned about declining US support for Israel
Ruderman Family Foundation survey finds deep concern over generational shifts, Gaza war perceptions, and weakening ties, alongside strong public mandate to invest in young Jewish engagement.
Scientists reveal:
Scientists reveal the microbial pulse of a coral reef in the Gulf of Aqaba
University of Haifa’s Dr. Derya Akkaynak calls the study 'a critical baseline' that will enable future research to better detect shifts associated with environmental stress.
Despite ceasefire: Hamas rebuilding military capacity in Gaza
IDF identifies three main channels through which Hamas is rebuilding its military capabilities, in violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Secret Service, police respond to US Vice President JD Vance’s home in Cincinnati
Police and Secret Service respond after damage caused at Vice President JD Vance’s Cincinnati residence.
Top health official quits position
Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis, who lead Israel through the coronavirus pandemic and measles outbreak, announces she will resign her position.
Heavy prison sentences for terrorists who attacked a Jew in capital
The Jerusalem District Court sentenced three terrorists, including a minor, to lengthy prison sentences for attacking a Jew in Jerusalem, causing serious injury.
Israeli placed camera outside Bennett's home, broadcasting to operator
Rishon Lezion resident indicted for contact with foreign agent, suspected of filming former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett's home.
Hezbollah violates ceasefire, IDF eliminates terrorists
IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists attempting to rebuild terror group's infrastructure in southern Lebanon, in violation of ceasefire agreement.
High security alert in Venezuelan Jewish community
The Jewish community in Caracas is keeping a low profile for fear of a flare-up, following US bombings and the governmental crisis. Security around Jewish institutions has been increased.
Mikneh Avraham outpost demolished for second time in a month
Border Police and Civil Administration forces arrive at Mikneh Avraham in Area B, bringing Arab workers to demolish Jewish structures.
Orthodox Jewish judge, Alvin Hellerstein, to preside over Maduro case
92-year-old senior judge, an Orthodox Jew, to preside over high-profile prosecution of Venezuelan leader, Nicolás Maduro, a longtime ally of Iran who has repeatedly attacked Israel and Zionism.
Shin Bet involved after drone filmed IAF base in southern Israel
Unidentified drone flies over Nevatim Air Force base, 21-year-old suspect arrested.
Grenade hurled at Ashkelon home
Grenade aimed towards Ashkelon home causes damage, police investigating.
Graffiti spray-painted outside Galei Zahal studios
Graffiti scrawled outside Galei Zahal Radio studios in Jaffa, forum demands vandals 'be brought to justice.'
IDF:
Forces demolish house of terrorist who murdered Mordechai and Aviv
IDF, Shin Bet, Border Police, and Prison Service forces demolish the house of the terrorist who murdered Mordechai Shimshon and Aviv Maor.
Rabbi Lando: Happy are those arrested for learning Torah
Rabbi Dov Lando leading Lithuanian-haredi rabbi, praises yeshiva students arrested for draft evasion, says Torah itself placed 'behind bars' with their arrests.
Ahead of key party congress
Kim Jong Un oversees hypersonic missile tests ahead of key party congress
North Korea says Kim Jong Un oversaw hypersonic missile tests as the regime boosts weapons displays ahead of a key party congress.
Winnipeg police investigate hate crime after synagogue vandalized
Winnipeg’s Shaarey Zedek synagogue vandalized with swastikas and hate graffiti, with police also recovering a suspicious item.
London café fires barista after swastika‑shaped coffee incident
Hampstead café fires a 19‑year‑old trainee barista after a Jewish customer received a cappuccino topped with cocoa powder resembling a swastika.
Trump warns Venezuela:
Trump warns Venezuela: If they don’t behave, we will strike again
US President warns the US is ready for a second strike on Venezuela if regime figures fail to comply, hours after warning interim leader Delcy Rodríguez to “do what’s right" or “pay a heavy price".
Report:
Report: Khamenei preparing to flee to Moscow if forces desert
Western intelligence report says Ayatollah Khamenei has a secret plan to flee Tehran with close aides if Iran’s security forces falter, as nationwide protests and economic unrest intensify.
Draft Law: MK Elazar Stern’s demand
MK Elazar Stern asks the Knesset’s legal adviser to prevent haredi lawmakers from voting on the Draft Law, citing concerns about a conflict of interest.
Eva Schloss, Auschwitz survivor and Anne Frank’s stepsister, dies at 96
Auschwitz survivor and Anne Frank’s stepsister Eva Schloss dies at 96. A leading Holocaust educator, she leaves behind a legacy of combating hatred and prejudice.
Maduro to appear in federal court in New York on Monday
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro will face narco‑terrorism charges in New York after being captured by the US on the weekend.
Temple Mount:
Temple Mount: Antiquities Authority re-covers temple remains
The Beyadenu movement demanded that the protective coverings be returned to wooden beams, some dated as far back as King Solomon, before the onset of the winter rains.
