Herzog:
Herzog: 'We urge the world not to fall for Hamas’s lies'
In meeting with President Alar Karis of Estonia, President Herzog contrasts the real images of starved Israeli hostages with the false claims Israel is starving Gazans.
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Lapid to Netanyahu: Conquering Gaza is a bad mistake
Following a security update by the Prime Minister, the Opposition Leader voiced his opposition to the plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip. 'We will pay prices that are too great.'
Woman found dead in Jerusalem apartment
Police and forensic teams have launched an investigation after a woman was found dead in an apartment in the Armon Hanatziv neighborhood of Jerusalem.
Widespread operations:
Widespread operations: IDF takes out Hamas terrorists, launchers, and weapons facility
Terrorists eliminated in Daraj Tuffah and Beit Hanoun; tunnel shafts, launchers, and weapons production sites destroyed in coordinated strikes.
Against International Pressure:
Against International Pressure: South Sudanese minister visits Binyamin and Samaria
South Sudan's Foreign Minister visited Samaria and Binyamin despite growing international pressure to isolate Israel and recognize a Palestinian state.
What'sApp premieres new anti-scamming feature
WhatsApp has launched a new tool that limits joining foreign groups and prevents fraud and exposure of personal details.
Live drama:
Serbian minister suffers stroke during live interview
Serbian Public Investment Minister Drako Glišić suffers stroke live on air during an interview and is rushed to hospital; ,President Aleksandar Vučić visits, reports signs of improvement.
Study:
Study: Talmudic sages were active participants in ancient Mediterranean wine culture
New research from University of Haifa reveals rabbinic familiarity with vine cultivation, integration of Jewish law into broader agricultural traditions of Roman-Byzantine world.
Heatwave hits Israel: Scorching temperatures expected this weekend
Israel bracing for extreme heat over weekend, with soaring temperatures and intense humidity across the country.
Binyamin Region leader:
Binyamin Region leader: 'We're facing challenges, but we're strong because of you'
Binyamin Region leaders underline significance of Speaker Mike Johnson’s recent visit to Ancient Shiloh, Governor Yisrael Ganz expresses deep gratitude for continued US support in Israel’s fight for a brighter future.
How Hamas stages scenes of suffering
A new investigation raises serious allegations against Anas Zayed Patia, a Gazan photographer accused of staging suffering scenes to serve Hamas propaganda.
Bnei Brak teacher passes away during Dead Sea trip
Yehuda Avraham Shalom Gross, dedicated teacher, tragically passes away at 42 while on a trip to the Dead Sea.
Former Minister calls for drastic action against Qatar
Former Minister Yoaz Hendel urged the Israeli government to take drastic measures against Qatar and target Hamas leaders within its territory.
Defense Minister Katz defends IDF Chief of Staff amid criticism
Defense Minister Israel Katz responds to Yair Netanyahu’s criticism of IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, praising his leadership in tackling security challenges and emphasizing IDF’s offensive operations and commitment to achieving war objectives.
'Death To The IDF':
'Death To The IDF': Arson and graffiti against American IDF veteran in Missouri
Three cars were set on fire and antisemitic graffiti, including the phrase “Death to the IDF,” was spray-painted in a residential neighborhood in St. Louis, late Tuesday night.
Swedish government won't impose boycott on Israel
Christian Democratic Party retracts support, proposal seen as encouraging Hamas is off the table.
Great-granddaughter of Nazi gas supplier on Gaza flotilla
A new flotilla has set sail for Gaza, including Marlena Engelhorn, the great-granddaughter of the Nazi who supplied the deadly Zyklon B gas to the concentration camps.
Trump:
Trump: VP Vance 'most likely' to lead GOP in 2028
President Trump says it's too soon to name a 2028 GOP nominee but calls VP JD Vance the "most likely" choice while downplaying third-term talk.
FBI: Anti-Jewish hate crimes hit record high in 2024
The FBI reports a record 1,938 anti-Jewish hate crimes in 2024, up 5.8% from 2023. ADL says the rise reflects Jews' lived reality since the October 7 Hamas-led massacre.
Norway reviews sovereign fund over ties to Israeli defense company
Norway launches a review of its $1.9 trillion wealth fund after reports revealed investment in an Israeli firm tied to the IDF.
German hospital under fire for posting 'Baby Sinwar' on newborn board
Leipzig University Hospital apologizes after displaying the name “Yahya Sinwar” on a newborn board. The name, shared with the Hamas terrorist behind the October 7 massacre, sparked outrage. The hospital claims staff were unaware of the name’s significance.
Sa’ar at UN:
Sa’ar at UN: Hostages must be freed - the world must hold Hamas accountable
Foreign Minister Sa'ar speaks at the UN Security Council, slams the UN and media for their bias, and accuses Hamas of "pure evil" and starvation tactics.
As US pressure mounts
Beirut moves to disarm Hezbollah as US pressure mounts
Lebanon's cabinet tasks the army with drafting a plan to disarm Hezbollah by year's end, under US pressure and a post-war ceasefire deal.
Amusing confusion on Lebanese news channel
Lebanese news channel LBCI broadcasts a picture of actor Itzik Cohen instead of the IDF Head of Operations Directorate, who shares the same name.
Hostage's brother plea to UNSC
Hostage's brother plea to UNSC: 'Don't let the hostages die'
Ilay David, the brother of Evyatar David, addresses UN Security Council and demands and end to the UN's silence on the plight of the hostages before it is too late.
Hostage's wife:
Wife of hostage Elkana Bohbot: 'If I didn't have a child, I would go into Gaza myself'
Rivka Bohbot criticizes PM Netanyahu’s intention to expand operations in Gaza, warning it endangers the hostages. “Military force will only bring back bodies,” she said, urging a deal to secure their release.
Report:
Report: British reconnaissance planes fly over Gaza in an attempt to locate hostages
The Times reports that British Air Force reconnaissance planes are flying over Gaza, with the aim of collecting intelligence and assisting Israel in locating hostages.
Tzuf Eshchar, widow of Rabbi Naaran Eshchar, is engaged
Tzuf Eshchar, widow of Rabbi Naaran Eshchar, who fell in Gaza in the Swords of Iron War, got engaged tonight to Amichai Weiss.
Herzog
Herzog urges international community not to talk to Hamas until hostages are released
Israeli President welcomed in Riga by Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs, urges action to free the remaining hostages in Gaza.
PMO
PMO: 'IDF ready to implement any decision made by the Cabinet'
IDF Chief of Staff presents PM Netanyahu with options for the continuation of the war amid reports that the PM has decided that the IDF will conquer and occupy Gaza.
Honenu:
Honenu: Shin Bet denies Jewish inmate's request to attend sister's wedding
Shin Bet denies Jewish inmate’s request to attend his sister’s wedding, citing fears of unrest, despite his positive behavior and pending early release. His attorney calls the decision unjust persecution.
Hostage's father:
Hostage's father: We've added a name to our son who is held hostage in Gaza
Haggai Angrest said the name Shachar was added to his son’s name with Rabbi Abuhatzeira’s blessing and urged the public to pray for the swift return of 'Matan Shachar ben Anat.'
Watch
Watch: 2 kilometer-long tunnel in Khan Yunis destroyed
Kfir Brigade soldiers are operating in southern Khan Yunis, where they uncovered a cache of weapons inside a building and destroyed an underground route approximately 2 kilometers long
Yair Lapid
Yair Lapid: This is what starvation looks like
Israeli opposition leader reacts to shocking videos of hostages published by Hamas. 'Hamas is intentionally starving Israeli hostages.'
Samaria:
PM Netanyahu hosts US House Speaker Mike Johnson in Shiloh
Prime Minister Netanyahu hosts US House Speaker Mike Johnson in Samaria to strengthen ties and highlight support for Israeli sovereignty.
Congress urged to defend Jewish graduates from 'pro-Hamas' union
National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation writes to House Committee about the danger posted to Jewish graduates forced to pay dues to the anti-Israel union, United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America.
Berlin:
Berlin Holocaust memorial vandalized again with paint and tape
Police launch criminal investigation after vandals deface the Holocaust deportation memorial at Berlin's Putlitz Bridge, which marks the deportation of over 32,000 Jews during the Nazi era.
IDF bans Chinese vehicles from all bases over data leak fears
The IDF has barred all Chinese-made vehicles from entering its bases, citing concerns over data leaks from built-in cameras and sensors, requiring many military personnel and civilian employees to park outside the bases.
PM at recruitment center
PM at recruitment center: 'Still necessary to complete the enemy's defeat in Gaza'
Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke to recruits for the armored and combat engineering corps and reiterated that the goals of the war are "to release all our hostages, to ensure that Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel."
New York:
Two arrested in Kiryas Joel for trying to extort haredi man with fake federal warrant
Two suspects were arrested in Kiryas Joel for trying to extort $13,500 from a haredi resident after the victim coordinated with local Shomrim and police to set a trap for their capture.
