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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.

IDF bans Chinese vehicles from all bases over data leak fears

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."

PM at recruitment center: 'Still necessary to complete the enemy's defeat in Gaza'

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.

Two arrested in Kiryas Joel for trying to extort haredi man with fake federal warrant

Israel Dog Unit brings joy on saddest day of the year

The IDU’s dog handlers hosted a special demonstration for children from the BeLev Echad organization during Tisha B'Av.

Israel Dog Unit brings joy on saddest day of the year

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'IDF must carry out politicians' orders'

Defense Minister Israel Katz stated during his visit to Gaza that he will ensure the IDF carries out all decisions by the Cabinet regarding the war.

Defense Minister: 'IDF must carry out politicians' orders'

Jerusalem to impose congestion fee after rail projects completed

'We will make it difficult for those who use a car to enter the city,' says Mayor Moshe Lion, promising relief once light rail and train projects are completed.

Jerusalem to impose congestion fee after rail projects completed

US Officials, Israeli Ambassador help prepare Christian students for pro-Israel advocacy

At Passages D.C. Experience, Witkoff, Scharf, and Ambassador Leiter call on Christian student leaders to combat antisemitism and false narratives ahead of the school year.

US Officials, Israeli Ambassador help prepare Christian students for pro-Israel advocacy

After staff protest:

After staff protest: Royal Ballet drops show in Israel

Move to drop production of 'Tosca' comes after 182 RBO staff and performers signed a letter opposing ties to Israeli institutions during the Gaza conflict, citing ethical and political concerns.

After staff protest: Royal Ballet drops show in Israel

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to begin Monday-Friday trading week on January 5, 2025

The Israel Securities Authority and Finance Minister Smotrich approved the change to align with global markets and boost international investment in the Israeli economy.

Tel Aviv Stock Exchange to begin Monday-Friday trading week on January 5, 2025

Report:

Report: Netanyahu working to reduce US-Russia tension

The Prime Minister's Office has worked intensively in recent weeks to reduce tension between the two countries over the war in Ukraine.

Report: Netanyahu working to reduce US-Russia tension

Dramatic footage:

Dramatic footage: Reckless driver flees police in desert pursuit

Yoav Unit halts reckless driver violating parole; Negev resident charged with endangering lives, obstructing officers, and multiple traffic offenses.

Dramatic footage: Reckless driver flees police in desert pursuit

Gaza aid expanded:

Gaza aid expanded: Private sector goods entry resumes with oversight

Israel has introduced a new system to boost humanitarian aid to Gaza, reducing dependency on international groups and tightly regulating private sector involvement.

Gaza aid expanded: Private sector goods entry resumes with oversight

Brother of Hostage:

Brother of Hostage: Hamas is orchestrating cruel & twisted 'hunger games'

Ilay, brother of hostage Evyatar David, spoke with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News about the recent Hamas video of his brother in captivity.

Brother of Hostage: Hamas is orchestrating cruel & twisted 'hunger games'

Thousands celebrate haircutting ceremony at Joseph's Tomb

Thousands of Israelis visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem last night for an emotional ceremonial haircutting ceremony for Rabbi Lieberman's grandson.

Thousands celebrate haircutting ceremony at Joseph's Tomb

Australian FM:

Australian FM: ‘Risk there will be no Palestine left to recognize’

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong says it's a “matter of when, not if”; opposition warns move could empower Hamas as PM Albanese pledges aid and seeks broader diplomatic role.

Australian FM: ‘Risk there will be no Palestine left to recognize’

‘What do you wish to hide?’

AG Miara faces harsh rebuke from judges: ‘What do you wish to hide?’

In a rare rebuke, Justices Sohlberg and Willner fault AG Miara for inadequate answers and allege concealment of critical legal and factual information.

AG Miara faces harsh rebuke from judges: ‘What do you wish to hide?’

In Depth:

In Depth: The Druze and Israel

Following the massacres in Suwayda, the Druze find themselves in the global spotlight. What makes such a relatively small minority in Syria so important to Israel?

In Depth: The Druze and Israel

California man arrested for allegedly funding ISIS terror group

Mark Lorenzo Villanueva, a 28-year-old man from Long Beach, California, arrested for allegedly sending over $1,600 to ISIS. Department of Justice says he communicated with ISIS terrorists and expressed his intention to join the terror group.

California man arrested for allegedly funding ISIS terror group

Trump administration ties federal aid to stance on Israeli boycotts

The Trump administration announces that states and cities that participate in boycotting Israeli companies will be denied federal aid for natural disaster preparedness.

Trump administration ties federal aid to stance on Israeli boycotts

Campaign in Times Square:

New campaign in Times Square: This is what real hunger looks like

The Consulate General of Israel in New York launches a digital billboard campaign in Times Square to raise awareness of Israeli hostage Evyatar David, emphasizing the urgency of his release.

New campaign in Times Square: This is what real hunger looks like

Brazil:

Brazilian Supreme Court orders house arrest for former President Bolsonaro

Brazilian Supreme Court orders former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve house arrest, citing his failure to comply with court-imposed restrictions.

Brazilian Supreme Court orders house arrest for former President Bolsonaro

Yair Netanyahu: Qatar is the modern-day Nazi Germany

Yair Netanyahu sharply criticizes Qatar, one of the mediators in the negotiations for the release of hostages, calling it “the modern-day Nazi Germany.”

Yair Netanyahu: Qatar is the modern-day Nazi Germany

Sirens in Jerusalem and Shfela

Sirens in Jerusalem and Shfela, IAF successfully intercepts missile from Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen toward Israel intercepted by the IAF after sirens sounded in Jerusalem and Shfela. Magen David Adom reports no injuries.

Sirens in Jerusalem and Shfela, IAF successfully intercepts missile from Yemen

Over terror livestreams

Families of October 7 victims sue Meta over terror livestreams

Lawsuit accuses Facebook and Instagram of facilitating Hamas’ October 7 massacre. The plaintiffs, including victims' families, demand over $1 billion for emotional and psychological trauma caused by the platforms' role in livestreaming the attack.

Families of October 7 victims sue Meta over terror livestreams

'I fought for a true Draft Law'

Edelstein’s removal approved: I fought for a true Draft Law

The Knesset House Committee approves, by a 10-4 vote, the removal of MK Yuli Edelstein from the chairmanship of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. MK Boaz Bismuth elected as the new chairman.

Edelstein’s removal approved: I fought for a true Draft Law

Aryeh Deri

Aryeh Deri: 'God forbid we consider if we should contribute'

While speaking with yeshiva students, Shas chairman says that even during times of war, the students should not even consider changes or enlisting in the military to defend the nation.

Aryeh Deri: 'God forbid we consider if we should contribute'

Francesca Albanese loses 'Blue Check' status on X

Following letter to Elon Musk from UN Watch in light of the US sanctions against UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, the UN official lost her verified status on X.

Francesca Albanese loses 'Blue Check' status on X

Report

Report: Netanyahu decides to conquer Gaza

Sources from the Prime Minister's office report that Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to conquer the Gaza Strip, against the position of the IDF, and will discuss it with the Cabinet.

Report: Netanyahu decides to conquer Gaza

Helmet Camera Footage:

Helmet Camera Footage: YAMAM kills terrorist near Jenin

The Israel Police have released helmet camera footage of the moment Israeli forces encircled the terrorist's hiding spot and eliminated him as he tried to flee.

Helmet Camera Footage: YAMAM kills terrorist near Jenin

Hostage Families Forum

Hostages Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski have lost about 40% of their body weight

A new medical report from the Health Team of the Hostages and Missing Families Forum reveals following examination of recently released hostage videos that the hostages depicted have lost a dangerous amount of weight.

Hostages Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski have lost about 40% of their body weight

'Lives in imminent danger'

'Lives in imminent danger:' Herzog demands Red Cross provide assistance to hostages

Israeli President speaks with Red Cross President Mirjana Spoljaric following release of videos showing hostages enduring severe starvation.

'Lives in imminent danger:' Herzog demands Red Cross provide assistance to hostages

Government votes to remove Attorney General

On Monday evening, the government unanimously approved a proposal by Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin to immediately end the tenure of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

Government votes to remove Attorney General

NIS 3.2 billion budget for rebuilding south after Oct. 7 approved

Netanyahu: 'Today, the Government is approving extensive steps for the rebuilding, development and renewal of many communities in the Negev, and Ashkelon.'

NIS 3.2 billion budget for rebuilding south after Oct. 7 approved

David's Sling completes live-fire testing

Israel has successfully completed a planned series of developmental flight tests of the David’s Sling Weapon System as part of its operational learning process.

David's Sling completes live-fire testing

Israeli tourist robbed and murdered in Las Vegas

Body of Israeli man vacationing in Las Vegas found in car in the city after robbery. No arrests have been made.

Israeli tourist robbed and murdered in Las Vegas

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: Security Cabinet to convene to instruct IDF on how to achieve war aims

Following Tisha B'Av, PM states, 'We are in the midst of an intense war, in which we have made very great, historic, achievements, because we have not been divided, because we have stood together and fought together.'

Netanyahu: Security Cabinet to convene to instruct IDF on how to achieve war aims

Historic visit

House Speaker in historic visit to Samaria: 'This land is yours'

US House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson, made a historic first official visit to the city of Ariel, accompanied by US Amb. Mike Huckabee and Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders. During the visit, they emphasized: "Judea and Samaria belong to the Jewish people."

House Speaker in historic visit to Samaria: 'This land is yours'

Rothman accuses media of promoting Hamas starvation campaign

MK Simcha Rothman reminds Knesset Channel host that the media refused to publish hostage videos at the start of the war and wondered: "What has changed?"

Rothman accuses media of promoting Hamas starvation campaign

Jewish Educators' Day:

Dealing with the teacher shortage by enhancing Teacher Standing

Arutz Sheva summarized problems, tips and solutions voiced by experts at Herzog Global's one day seminar, for both parents and teachers to ponder.

Dealing with the teacher shortage by enhancing Teacher Standing

Governor Sanders visits Western Wall with Ambassador Huckabee

Joined by her father, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, Sarah Huckabee-Sanders prayed at the Western Wall, voicing support for Israel and honoring the site’s sacred legacy.

Governor Sanders visits Western Wall with Ambassador Huckabee