Six cases of tuberculosis diagnosed in Rehovot
Childcare employee tests positive for tuberculosis, infects five children in her care.
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Coming soon: US vs Hamas' 'Nukhba' terrorists
US Attorney General Pam Bondi creates task force to counter ongoing threat from Hamas, bring justice for victims of the October 7 massacre, Yediot Aharonot reports.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard deploys first drone-carrying warship
Iran unveils its first drone-carrier warship, claims the vessel can operate far from its shores.
Report:
Report: Rubio plans Middle East visit
US Secretary of State set to visit the Middle East in mid-February, marking his first trip to the region since taking office, according to a report in Axios.
Precise strike
IAF conducts precise strike on two Hezbollah sites in Lebanese territory
IDF confirms that the IAF conducted a precise strike in Lebanese territory on two military sites that contained Hezbollah weapons, which were in violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Gallant claims:
Gallant claims: Netanyahu, Eisenkot and Gantz were against the maneuver
Former Defense Minister reveals that his plan to attack Hezbollah at the start of the war was thwarted. "The greatest security blunder since the establishment of the State of Israel."
Huge explosion and thick smoke
Huge explosion and thick smoke: New footage from Hassan Nasrallah's elimination
Arab media published new footage on Thursday showing the elimination of Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah.
Amid earthquakes in Greece:
National Security Council discusses possibility of Tsunami in Israel
The council estimated that if a large earthquake in Greece set off a tsunami, Israelis would get a two-hour warning, and instructed government ministries to prepare accordingly.
New testimonies from captivity:
New testimonies from captivity: Hostages tell of severe physical, psychological violence
Released hostages say they were subjected to severe physical violence, forced to eat rotten food and were humiliated.
Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with bipartisan Senate leadership
During the meeting, a reporter asked Netanyahu if he thought US troops were needed for the peaceful implementation of President Donald Trump's plan to relocate Gazans. Netanyahu answered: 'No.'
Following arrest warrants:
Following warrants against Netanyahu: Trump to sign sanctions against ICC
Following arrest orders against Prime Minister Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Gallant, US President to sign an executive order sanctioning ICC with economic and entry limitations.
Due to Supreme Court ruling:
Due to Supreme Court ruling: Cabinet to discuss October 7th commission of inquiry
The Supreme Court gave the government 60 days to hold a discussion on the creation of a commission to inquire into the events of October 7th.
Jewish fmr. Canadian minister Irwin Cotler Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
President Herzog, Natan Sharansky, and others submit letters calling on the Nobel Peace Prize Committee to award the prize to the Jewish-Canadian for his 'steadfast courage, moral clarity, profound empathy and extensive achievements in support of universal human rights.'
US issues sanctions against Iranian crude oil shipping network
According to the OFAC, the oil was shipped on behalf of Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff (AFGS) and its sanctioned front company, Sepehr Energy Jahan Nama Pars (Sepehr Energy).
Sa'ar to Italian counterpart:
Sa'ar to Italian counterpart: 'Gaza is a failed experiment - we must take a new approach'
Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar called on his Italian counterpart Antonio Tajani to listen carefully to the new 'out of the box' ideas being proposed by President Trump.
Portland:
Portland Chabad House mezuzah desecrated
'We still have a lot of light and goodness to give to the world; motive is unclear, probably stems from ignorance about Judaism and Chabad activities,' says local Chabad rabbi.
Watch:
Watch: Israeli Navy successfully tests Gabriel 5 sea-to-sea missile
As part of the test, a missile was launched toward a vessel simulating an enemy ship. The success of this test strengthens the Israeli Navy's combat capabilities and enhances its readiness to face operational challenges.
Leaked documents case:
Leaked documents case: District Court to release Ari Rosenfeld to house arrest
District Court instructs the release of Ari Rosenfeld, accused in the classified documents leak from PM's Office, to house arrest under electronic monitoring.
Watch: IDF troops continue to operate in Samaria
The 828th Brigade has been conducting counterterrorism operations in Tammun and Fara'a in the northern Jordan Valley.
Contiguous Jewish presence from Gush Etzion to Jerusalem
Dozens of residents move into their new home in Heletz, which ensures contiguous Jewish presence from Gush Etzion to the capital.
Rocket explosion in IDF base:
Rocket explosion in IDF base: Officers suspended and punished
The IDF inquiry into the explosion at the Combat Engineering Corp revealed severe shortcomings, including failure to comply with safety protocols.
Israeli satire show presents:
Israeli satire show presents: The Red Cross rideshare service
A recent sketch by the Israeli comedy program Eretz Nehederet, considered the Israeli SNL, criticized the Red Cross for not doing anything help the hostages.
Footage:
Footage: Border Police officers arrest four shooting suspects
Border Police raid hideout in Haifa, arrest four wanted individuals suspected of involvement in Akko shooting incident last month.
Jordan Valley Shooting:
Jordan Valley Shooting: Terrorist Identified by Israeli forces
Mohammed Drajma, 23, a resident of Tubas, is the terrorist who killed two soldiers in a shooting attack in the Jordan Valley this week.
Soldier charged with abusing terrorists at Sde Teiman
Military court sentences reservist who allegedly abused security prisoners to seven months, demotes him to 'private.'
Kindergarten teacher killed in traffic accident
Nurit Rahimi, a dedicated kindergarten teacher from Bat Yam, was tragically killed in a three-vehicle accident on Route 35.
Jerusalem:
Jerusalem: Arab dressed like a Jew and ransacked a synagogue
A Jerusalem resident in his 30s broke into vehicles and a synagogue. Stolen items included money, charity boxes, and other valuables.
Lehava leader cleared of racism charges
The Jerusalem District Court acquits Lehava's chairman Bentzi Gophstein of incitement to racism charges - potentially allowing him to make another bid for the Knesset.
Nadav Cohen and Nachman Refael Ben Ami fell in Gaza
Sergeant First Class (res.) Nadav Cohen and Staff Sergeant Nachman Refael Ben Ami fell in northern Gaza; eight other soldiers injured.
Indictment:
Indictment: Suspect desecrated Torah scroll, plundered charity box
Indictment filed against Shechem resident who attempted to remove Torah scroll from Holy Ark, causing damage.
Defense Minister:
'Defense Minister: 'Prepare to implement Trump's Gaza plan'
Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the IDF to prepare a plan for voluntary emigration of Gaza residents.
Watch: Blanket of snow covers Mount Hermon
Mount Hermon, still considered a closed military zone, covered in blanket of snow in overnight storm.
Minister Karhi estimates:
Minister Karhi estimates: Hamas won't complete hostage deal
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi says Attorney General may be fired soon, Hamas unlikely to return the last of the hostages.
Judge rules:
Judge rules Cooper Union must face lawsuit over alleged antisemitism
Federal judge in Manhattan rules that Cooper Union College must face a lawsuit alleging it failed to protect Jewish students who sought refuge in a library from pro-Palestinian Arab demonstrators in October of 2023.
Khamenei appoints Hezbollah chief as his Lebanon 'representative'
Iran's Supreme Leader appoints Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem as his official "representative" in Lebanon, says he will oversee "non-litigious matters" and "managing religious affairs".
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Trump's plan for Gaza is the first good idea that I've heard
Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks to Fox News about Trump's plan for Gaza: It's a remarkable idea. And I think it should be really pursued and done, because I think it will create a different future for everyone.
Canada on Trump plan:
Canada on Trump plan: We are committed to achieving a two-state solution
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly responds to Trump’s proposal for Gaza: We support Palestinians’ right to self-determination, including from being forcibly displaced from Gaza.
Details of rescue operation
Details of rescue operation: The drama behind the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul
A special unit of the Shin Bet and Shayetet 13 acted hours before the Gaza ceasefire came into effect and managed to recover the body of Oron Shaul. Now, the details of the dramatic operation are being revealed.
'I'm finally home'
Daniella Gilboa comes home and plays the piano: I'm finally home
IDF lookout Daniella Gilboa returns to her home in Petah Tikva, after being released from Beilinson Hospital, where she had been since being freed from Hamas captivity in Gaza.
Standing Together:
Standing Together: Rep. Brian Mast meets fellow war amputee Ari Spitz
IDF soldier Ari Spitz, who lost his legs in Gaza, met today with fellow war amputee Brian Mast, who lost his legs in Afghanistan and now serves as Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee in Congress.
