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Captivity survivor:

Captivity survivor: During last moments in captivity, I prayed aloud

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen recalls experience in captivity, says he lives with feelings of guilt every day. 'Make a deal that will bring everyone back.'

Captivity survivor: During last moments in captivity, I prayed aloud

New investigation reveals: Failures of IDF top brass on October 7

Special team investigating the October 7 Hamas attack reveals significant shortcomings in the IDF’s response, including delayed decisions, missed assessments, and inadequate coordination between key agencies.

New investigation reveals: Failures of IDF top brass on October 7

Northern Israel:

Northern Israel: Man stabbed in synagogue brawl

A 25-year-old man stabbed and another injured in head after altercation at Kadita synagogue; suspects arrested hours later.

Northern Israel: Man stabbed in synagogue brawl

Palestinian-American mediator cuts ties with US negotiating team

Dr. Bishara Bahbah, a mediator close to President Trump, says Israel and US left Doha talks too soon, claims gaps with Hamas were bridgeable and will now work independently.

Palestinian-American mediator cuts ties with US negotiating team

Two nephews of Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike

Two nephews of Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya killed in Israeli artillery strike while returning home in Gaza.

Two nephews of Hamas leader killed in Israeli airstrike

London:

London: Hundreds arrested at anti-Israel demonstration

Police in London arrested 365 protesters backing banned group Palestine Action, citing assaults on officers and violent acts that led to the group’s proscription in July.

London: Hundreds arrested at anti-Israel demonstration

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

During a Gaza tour with COGAT, Israeli journalist Natali Dadon documented vast amounts of aid left in the sun, accusing UN agencies of failing to distribute it.

Journalist slams UN after returning from Gaza

Last-ditch effort to reach deal with Hamas before Gaza conquest

White House envoy Steve Witkoff meets Qatari Prime Minister in Spain discuss a plan for ending the war, Israeli official notes such a deal would be unacceptable to Hamas and thus 'futile.'

Last-ditch effort to reach deal with Hamas before Gaza conquest

Over antisemitic posts

Adelphi University puts SJP on probation over antisemitic posts

Adelphi University places its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter on probation after social media posts created a hostile environment for Jewish students.

Adelphi University puts SJP on probation over antisemitic posts

Rubio:

Rubio: Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism

Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.

Rubio: Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism

Norway’s $2 trillion fund to review Israeli investments

Norway’s $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund will review its Israeli investments amid growing ethical concerns over the Gaza conflict.

Norway’s $2 trillion fund to review Israeli investments

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: We will free Gaza from Hamas, not occupy it

Prime Minister Netanyahu clarifies Israel’s objectives in Gaza, stating the plan approved by the Cabinet aims to demilitarize Gaza, establish a peaceful civilian administration, and prevent future threats to Israel, while securing the release of hostages.

Netanyahu: We will free Gaza from Hamas, not occupy it

IDF soldier killed in tragic accident near Be’er Sheva

An IDF soldier, about 20 years old, killed in a tragic traffic accident on Route 222, south of Be’er Sheva. The vehicle collided with a safety barrier, MDA medics pronounce the soldier dead at the scene. A joint investigation is underway.

IDF soldier killed in tragic accident near Be’er Sheva

Protest outside DM's home

Hostage families protest outside Katz’s home: Until they return, it’s not Shabbat for us

Captivity survivors and families of hostages hold Kabbalat Shabbat in front of Defense Minister Israel Katz's home: "On Fridays in captivity, we would make kiddush over water and say the blessing over bread. Until all the hostages return, we will not have a real Shabbat meal.”

Hostage families protest outside Katz’s home: Until they return, it’s not Shabbat for us

Watch:

15-year-old escapes from police station

The youngster was brought to the Zevulun police station after being suspected of theft and participating in a brawl. Police are scanning the area.

15-year-old escapes from police station

Advisor to PM: 'Nonsense. Fake.'

Advisor to PM Yonatan Urich attacks the article published about him in the Yedioth Ahronoth daily, calling it 'distorted, false, misleading, and one-sided.'

Advisor to PM: 'Nonsense. Fake.'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attacks UK Prime Minister

US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, attacks the Prime Minister of the UK on Twitter, 'So is Israel expected to surrender to Hamas and feed them despite the hostages being starved?'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attacks UK Prime Minister

Tensions in Cabinet meeting:

Tensions in Cabinet meeting: Orit Strock, Aryeh Deri hold shouting match over Hamas deal

In heated confrontation Minister Orit Strock and MK Aryeh Deri debate potential deal to release hostages held by Hamas, Deri walks back support for Oslo Accords.

Tensions in Cabinet meeting: Orit Strock, Aryeh Deri hold shouting match over Hamas deal

IDF takes out senior Syrian terrorist near Beqaa, Lebanon

IDF eliminates senior Syrian terrorist Muhammad Wishah, also known as 'Abu Khali' near Beqaa, Lebanon.

IDF takes out senior Syrian terrorist near Beqaa, Lebanon

Haredi leader ramps up pressure:

Haredi leader ramps up pressure: Rabbi Dov Lando pushing economic moves to harm Israel

Rabbi Dov Lando leads initiative for several haredi factions to withdraw investment funds from Israel in protest of the arrest of yeshiva students who refuse to enlist.

Haredi leader ramps up pressure: Rabbi Dov Lando pushing economic moves to harm Israel

Tragedy in Holon:

Tragedy in Holon: Elderly man collapses and dies during morning prayer

75-year-old man collapses during prayers at Holon synagogue, rescue teams confirm his death at the scene.

Tragedy in Holon: Elderly man collapses and dies during morning prayer

German chancellor announces weapons embargo on Israel

Germany won't approve transfer of military equipment to Israel, report claims.

German chancellor announces weapons embargo on Israel

ADL:

ADL finds significant gaps in state-level efforts to combat antisemitism

First-of-its-kind Jewish Policy Index scores all 50 states on legislation, educational efforts, and protections aimed at combating antisemitism and supporting Jewish communities.

ADL finds significant gaps in state-level efforts to combat antisemitism

Report: Trump and Netanyahu's screaming match

Phone call between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on July 28 escalates into shouting, US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff sent to coordinate positions on the humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Report: Trump and Netanyahu's screaming match

Smotrich announces:

Smotrich announces: We will soon return to settlements in northern Samaria

Minister Bezalel Smotrich reveals plans to reestablish settlements in northern Samaria, including Ganim and Kadim. 'The correction of the sin of expulsion is underway.'

Smotrich announces: We will soon return to settlements in northern Samaria

Poll:

Poll: Likud leads with 23 seats, new parties surge in Israeli politics

Recent poll shows Likud largest party with 23 seats, a new party led by Gadi Eisenkot emerges as third-largest with 11 seats; survey reveals who Israelis blame for failure to reach ceasefire deal with Hamas.

Poll: Likud leads with 23 seats, new parties surge in Israeli politics

Watch:

Watch: Fatah official encourages children to join fight against Israel

In video translated by MEMRI, Fatah Secretary Muhammad Hamdan is seen addressing children at a summer camp in Shechem, urging them to become the next generation of fighters defending Palestinian Arab identity.

Watch: Fatah official encourages children to join fight against Israel

Plot against Baltimore power grid

Neo-Nazi leader sentenced to 20 years for plotting Baltimore power grid attack

Brandon Russell, founder of the neo-Nazi group Atomwaffen Division, sentenced to 20 years in prison for plotting to sabotage Baltimore's power grid.

Neo-Nazi leader sentenced to 20 years for plotting Baltimore power grid attack

After over 10-hour debate

Cabinet approves Gaza Strip takeover after over 10-hour debate

Security Cabinet approves Prime Minister Netanyahu’s plan to conquer all of Gaza after more than 10 hours of debate. The IDF will take control of Gaza City while providing humanitarian aid. The plan aims to disarm Hamas, return hostages, and ensure Israeli security in Gaza.

Cabinet approves Gaza Strip takeover after over 10-hour debate

Israeli-owned business in Baltimore defaced with red paint

Kitchen Design by Idan, an Israeli-owned business in Baltimore, targeted in a vandalism attack. Owner Idan Tzameret condemns the act as a hate crime, authorities are investigating the incident.

Israeli-owned business in Baltimore defaced with red paint

Over terror support

Belgium strips refugee status from Samidoun leader over terrorist support

Belgium revokes the refugee status of Mohammed Khatib, coordinator of Samidoun, citing his support for terrorism and extremist groups. Jewish leaders applaud the move.

Belgium strips refugee status from Samidoun leader over terrorist support

Report:

Report: Israel weighs defense cuts with UK over Palestine recognition plans

Israel reportedly considering withdrawing defense and security cooperation with the UK if Britain moves ahead with recognizing “Palestine”. Diplomatic sources warn of significant security and economic fallout from such a decision.

Report: Israel weighs defense cuts with UK over Palestine recognition plans

Haredim protest, clash with police in central Israel & Jerusalem

Jerusalem Faction protestors block Route 4 to protest the arrests of draft dodgers, throw rocks, and call police 'Nazis.'

Haredim protest, clash with police in central Israel & Jerusalem

Despite war criticism

Despite war criticism, Egypt signs record deal to purchase natural gas from Israel

Despite al-Sisi's accusing Israel of 'genocide,' the Levithan partners announce that Egypt agreed to purchase 130 billion cubic meters (BCM) of gas for $35 billion.

Despite war criticism, Egypt signs record deal to purchase natural gas from Israel

US targets Iran’s financial, tech networks over sanctions evasion, repression

Sanctions aim to block Iran’s revenue from oil sales, disrupt proxy funding, and penalize surveillance tech used to suppress dissent and enforce hijab rules.

US targets Iran’s financial, tech networks over sanctions evasion, repression

Rubio envoy met secretly with haredi leaders in Bnei Brak

Degel Hatorah leaders Rabbi Dov Lando and Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch held secret meetings with a Trump Administration official hoping for US intervention in the issue of the haredi draft.

Rubio envoy met secretly with haredi leaders in Bnei Brak

During cabinet meeting:

Hostages' families demonstrate against Gaza takeover during cabinet meeting

Some of the families of hostages and demonstrators urge the government to strike a deal with Hamas and halt the war, as the Security Cabinet weighs a full Gaza occupation.

Hostages' families demonstrate against Gaza takeover during cabinet meeting

Remains of 3 9/11 victims identified 24 years later

Using advanced DNA techniques, the remains of a man who worked in the south tower and a passenger who was on the first flight to be hijacked have been identified.

Remains of 3 9/11 victims identified 24 years later

'Haredi Jewry is behind you'

Senior haredi leader visits draft dodgers in prison

The 95-year-old leader of the Lithuanian Haredi community visits detainees in Beit Lid Prison, offering encouragement and reinforcing haredi Jewry's backing.

Senior haredi leader visits draft dodgers in prison

IDF

IDF: Hamas’ Beit Hanoun Battalion has ceased to function

Givati Brigade commander: “We dealt a significant blow to Hamas’ Beit Hanoun battalion" over the last month.

IDF:  Hamas’ Beit Hanoun Battalion has ceased to function