5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests
Following violent clashes with the police, five protesters have been reported dead during the ongoing demonstrations against the regime.
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AG to Supreme Court:
AG to Supreme Court: 'Force Netanyahu to explain why he won't fire Ben-Gvir'
Attorney General Baharav-Miara asked the Supreme Court to issue a show-cause order requiring Netanyahu to explain why he has not removed National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from office.
Iranian rabbi and Hezbollah reps attend conference in Tehran in honor of Soleimani
The conference, held virtually in Tehran, marked the sixth anniversary of the assassination of Qassem Soleimani, the commander of the Quds Force, who was hailed as "a symbol of resistance, courage, and the defender of the oppressed."
Watch:
Watch: What happens when a woman tries to prove how safe migrants are
To prove it was safe for a woman to walk in areas populated by migrants, German Twitch streamer 'Kunshikitty' broadcast a livestream while walking around New Year's celebrations in Cologne. She was assaulted twice on camera during the stream.
Netanyahus attend Trump's New Year's Eve gala
Prime Minister Netanyahu was the only foreign leader invited to the event, and the only one to have ever taken part in the President's Gala.
Lawsuit against PA
Lawsuit against PA: Over 1.2 billion shekels for terror tictims
273 terror victims and their families have filed a lawsuit against the Palestinian Authority and Hamas for their involvement in funding terrorism.
Ben-Gvir's Alligator Alcatraz
Ben-Gvir's Alligator Alcatraz: Prison Service officers visit Hamat Gader crocodile farm
IPS officers visited the Hamat Gader crocodile farm to observe and learn about crocodile keeping, to examine the possibility of creating a prison surrounded by the reptiles to keep terrorists in.
Watch:
Watch: Drivers rescued from flood in northern Samaria
Firefighters rescued a woman and an elderly man whose vehicles got caught in flooding near the Tzofim Checkpoint in Samaria.
Al Jazeera reveals:
Al Jazeera reveals: The Assadist plot that sought Israeli support
An Al Jazeera report claims Assad-era figures plotted renewed armed activity in Syria’s coastal region, with leaked recordings showing attempts to contact Israel and praise its military operations.
PM in Miami
PM in Miami: Israel 'stronger than ever' after Gaza war
Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses JNS event at "The Shul of Bal Harbour" in Miami, telling US Jews not to 'lower your heads' in the face of rising antisemitism.
Indictment Reveals: Two deadly shooting attacks carried out with guns smuggled into Israel
The indictment against a Bedouin smuggling cell includes grave data on the phenomenon of weapons smuggling across Israel’s borders with Egypt and Jordan.
Smuggling ring busted
Smuggling ring that tapped IDF comms to smuggle machine guns from Egypt busted
Shin Bet, IDF, and police arrest smuggling network that would smuggle weapons from Egypt to Israel using drones.
From Sydney to Israel:
From Sydney to Israel: The first family to make aliyah in 2026
Zacks family from Australia lands in Israel, greeting the new year with brand-new Israeli identity cards.
Four years since the attack:
Four years since Yehuda Dimentman's murder: family demands death penalty for the terrorist
A sentencing hearing was held today at the Samaria military court for one of the terrorists who murdered Yehuda Dimentman near Homesh about four years ago. The family demanded the death penalty.
In Depth:
In Depth: Smotrich's milk reforms and Israel's dairy cartel
The recent reforms to Israel's milk market challenge a combination of policy and tradition dating back to some of the state's earliest agricultural enterprises. What will this reform achieve - and why now?
Insurance company investigated in Histadrut corruption scandal
Three senior officials at Menorah Insurance interrogated on suspicion of connections with Histadrut corruption scandal suspect Ezra Gabai.
Sarah Netanyahu awarded NIS 120,000 for defamation lawsuit
Silvia Gancia, a former employee of the official Prime Minister's residence, was ordered to pay Sarah Netanyahu compensation for defamation after failing to file her closing arguments as required.
State Comptroller warns:
State Comptroller warns: Supreme Court's decision puts lives at risk
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman responds to Supreme Court interim order freezing investigation into October 7 massacre, warning lack of investigation into failures places Israelis' lives at risk.
Smotrich:
Smotrich: We'll remove garbage from Palestinian Authority - at their expense
Israel to remove waste caused by illegal fires set by Palestinian Authority Arabs, charge bill to Palestinian Authority.
Supreme Court issues order against incitement law in schools
Supreme Court judges ordered the state to explain why the law that allows withholding funding from educational institutions and dismissing teachers for expressing support for terrorism should not be repealed.
Israel's first babies of 2026
Shira Leah and Uri Rozman welcome Israel's first baby of 2026 at Hadassah Mount Scopus in Jerusalem.
Flood warnings issued as storms draw nearer
Storms expected to spread from northern Israel southward as authorities issue flood warnings.
Deadly explosion at Swiss ski resort
At least ten people were killed in an explosion and fire that broke out at a bar in a Swiss ski town during New Year celebrations.
In first: Haredi Hashmonaim Brigade operates in Syria
Hashmonaim Brigade completes operational activity and training exercises in Syria, gathering intelligence and working to ensure safety of northern Israel's residents.
Arms smuggling route to Bedouin communities exposed
In a wide-ranging affair that came to be known as the Southern Route, a network of arms dealers was exposed that supplied weapons to the southern communities of Rahat and Segev Shalom.
Iranian forces use live fire and tear gas as protests continue
Iranian protesters chant, 'Death to the dictator,' as government-backed forces use tear gas and live fire in efforts to bring demonstrations under control.
Will haredim move en masse to Samaria?
A number of hasidic communities are uniting around a new plan to build 500 housing units in Samaria.
'We Thought It Was A Drill':
'We Thought It Was A Drill': IDF drone operator recounts October 7th massacre
An IDF UAV operator returned from a trip to Asia - directly to the shift on the morning of October 7th, 2023.
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as mayor of NYC
Mamdani took his oaths of office in a small, private ceremony shortly after ringing in 2026, becoming the first mayor to swear on the Quran.
Somali President claims:
Somali President claims: Somaliland agreed to take Gazans for Israeli recognition
Somalia’s president claims Somaliland agreed to take Gazans, host an Israeli base, and join the Abraham Accords in exchange for Israel’s recognition.
Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland
Trump is withdrawing National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland after a series of court rulings blocked his deployments, though he stresses the troops sharply reduced crime.
Israeli Ambassador meets hero who tackled Bondi terrorist
Israel’s Ambassador meets Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled one of the Bondi terrorists during the antisemitic attack that killed 15.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Israel has come out stronger than ever before
Speaking in Surfside, Florida, PM Netanyahu says Israel is “stronger than ever,” urges Jews to “fight back” against antisemitism, and vows to return the last hostage from Gaza.
Explosion in Nazareth store: 15 injured, including three seriously
An explosion in a beverage shop in Nazareth sparks a fire, leaving 15 people injured, three of them in serious condition. MDA and Fire and Rescue teams are on the scene. The cause is unclear.
Iran protests:
Iran protests: IRGC fighter dead as protesters torch IRGC HQ in Hamedan
Protesters in Hamedan set an IRGC headquarters on fire as anti‑regime unrest intensifies amid economic collapse. One Basij member killed and several injured.
Mistaken turn
Mistaken turn: Jewish woman enters the heart of Jericho, rescued by IDF
Israeli woman found wandering in Jericho, putting her safety at risk, and handed over to IDF forces. The case has been referred to Israel Police.
New details in "Qatargate" scandal
New details in "Qatargate" scandal: Einhorn asked Feldstein to delete conversations
According to reports, Israel Einhorn asked Eli Feldstein to delete their conversations with Yonatan Urich. Later, he claimed during an investigation that the chats had been deleted.
Survey:
Survey: Majority of Jewish Israelis do not celebrate the New Year
Survey found sharp divisions among Israel’s Jewish public over celebrating the civil New Year, with most religious Israelis rejecting it and many secular Israelis planning to mark the occasion.
Terror death toll falls in Judea and Samaria amid IDF crackdown
Terror attack fatalities in Judea and Samaria dropped to 20 in 2025, down from previous years, amid intensified IDF operations and enforcement.
IDF Chief in south:
IDF Chief in south: 'We will not allow Hamas to rebuild'
Zamir calls 2026 a decisive year, outlines new security boundary along the Yellow Line.
