Political source
Political source: 'No more compromises from Israel, Hamas must accept deal'
The mediators are trying to put pressure on Hamas to respond to the offer currently on the table, but so far without success.
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Huckabee:
Huckabee: Issue of visas for US Evangelicals resolved
US Ambassador to Israel announces that following meetings with Netanyahu, the issue of the recent bureacratic hurdles preventing Evangelical groups from obtaining visas to Israel has been resolved.
Likud MKs call for sovereignty
Likud MKs call for sovereignty: Between the Sea and the Jordan there will be only 1 State
Ministers and Knesset members from the Likud held a special conference today in the Knesset to promote full sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.
Violence during evacuation of Givat Tzur Harel
Border Police forces demolished five buildings at the site and clashed with settlers. A Border Police officer was filmed pulling the hair of a teenager.
Following arrest of Israelis:
Following arrest of Israelis: EJA condemns Belgium's "distorted and flawed moral compass"
European Jewish Association criticizes investigation as politically driven, warning it legitimizes extremists and undermines democratic values.
Alleged anti-Israel arsonist arrested for torching NYPD vehicles
Suspect turns himself in a month after setting fire to 11 NYPD vehicles. The suspect is also accused of damaging a statue while attending an anti-Israel protest at Columbia.
George Pataki
George Pataki: 'Top NY Dems hiding in weeds' on Zohran Mamdani
Former NY Governor demands Sen. Schumer, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, and Gov. Hochul demonstrate leadership by stating whether or not they support 'antisemite Marxist' mayoral candidate.
Dangerous precedent:
Dangerous precedent: Two Israelis arrested in Belgium for 'war crimes'
Two Israelis, including an IDF soldier, attending Tomorrowland were briefly detained by Belgian police after a legal group accused them of war crimes in Gaza; both were released and left the country.
String of accidents:
10 injured after bus overturns in Judean Desert
Man, 20, moderately injured after minibus overturns in the Judean Desert; nine others sustain light injuries.
Historic achievement for Israel's mathematics team
Israel’s math team makes history at International Olympiad, with 4 golds, a medal for each team member, and a 6th-place global finish - the team's best result since 1979.
Likud to vote on removing Yuli Edelstein from key committee
Likud MKs Hanoch Milwidsky and Nissaim Vaturi challenge Yuli Edelstein's leadership of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, ahead of faction vote set for Wednesday.
Shas opposes Haim Katz taking over ministries
Following the resignation of its ministers, Shas resists transferring the vacated portfolios to Likud's Haim Katz; various other Likud ministers under consideration.
Jerusalem: Haredi mother drives out intruder
Foreigner enters unlocked apartment in Neve Yaakov, mother manages to drive him out unharmed.
Haredi reservists complain:
Haredi reservists complain: We were rejected from course for IDF Rabbinate
Several haredi IDF soldiers, including Chabad hasidim, say they were denied entry to the Military Rabbinate Course due to bias; IDF denies allegations.
Burning questions:
Burning questions: What really happened at Taybeh’s Church?
Investigation finds key inconsistencies in claims that radical Israelis torched a 1,500-year-old church in Taybeh, uncovering evidence of Jewish residents trying to extinguish the fire and raising doubts about political motives.
Hostage's uncle to MK:
Uncle of hostage to MK Edelstein: 'Stop the dangerous deal for ten hostages'
Shimon Or, uncle of kidnapped soldier Avinatan Or, urges MK Yuli Edelstein to block a partial hostage deal, warning it could endanger many IDF soldiers. “This deal is more dangerous than the war itself,” he says.
Key Houthi port:
Engineering equipment, fuel tanks, and vessels: IDF strikes key Houthi port
IDF strikes military targets at Houthi-controlled Hudaydah port after identifying efforts to restore infrastructure used for attacks on Israel, maritime terrorism.
Outcry after driver with 31 traffic offenses sentenced to community service
Despite history of 31 traffic offenses, driver who ran red light, seriously injuring elderly woman, sentenced only to community service and will not sit a day in prison.
Soldier fell in battle, did not take his own life - Tzadok's family wants to refute rumors
Relatives of IDF soldier Avraham Tzadok, a gifted Torah scholar and decorated combat medic, reject media claims of suicide, insisting he was killed in action. "He was full of life and love—this was a battlefield death," says his uncle, Rabbi David Tzadok.
Minister Strock:
Minister Strock: 'Expand combat operations even in areas with hostages'
Minister Orit Strock says Israel cannot win the war while avoiding areas where hostages are held, calling for decisive action in all parts of Gaza; Hostages Forum accuses her of “sacrificing values and lives.”
Avner Netanyahu's new job
Avner Netanyahu, son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, been appointed to senior position at the venture capital firm, will join its new defense initiative.
Combat reservist deployment to be reduced by 30%
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders phased withdrawal of reserve forces from combat zones, with regular units to replace them in Gaza, Judea and Samaria, and along the northern border.
Targeted elimination:
Senior Hamas commander in Beit Hanoun eliminated in targeted IDF strike
Top Hamas terrorist behind rocket fire on southern Israel, deadly attacks on IDF forces, is eliminated in precision strike after surviving a previous assassination attempt.
No name tags:
Prison holding the most vicious Hamas terrorists
Dozens of the most brutal Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists are held under tight security protocols in a heavily secured underground facility within Ayalon Prison.
Chief of Staff Zamir visits Gaza, meets son among combat forces
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir conducts field tour in northern Gaza, meeting his son, Maj. A., serving on the front lines.
Take control of Gaza:
Chief of Staff suggests new combat plan for Gaza, backed by key ministers
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir's new combat plan proposes broader control over areas of Gaza if there is a further delay in negotiations for the release of the hostages.
Iran and Russia to launch joint naval drill in Caspian Sea
Iran and Russia to launch a joint three-day naval drill in the Caspian Sea, involving their naval forces, the IRGC, and police units. The exercise aims to bolster regional maritime security.
After church hit
Pope slams Gaza 'barbarity' after church hit, urges respect for humanitarian law
Pope Leo XIV condemns the "barbarity" in Gaza and urges an end to "indiscriminate use of force" following a deadly strike on a Catholic church.
Due to illness:
Due to illness: Netanyahu requests to cancel testimony, prosecution consents
Prime Minister diagnosed with intestinal infection, receives hospital treatment, and requests to cancel testimony scheduled for this week.
Watch:
Watch: Gazans swarm aid truck, cheer the IDF
IDF's Arabic-language spokesman publishes footage showing Gazans surrounding an aid truck as IDF soldiers stand by, with the crowd later cheering them.
MK Succot:
MK Succot: 'Arab nonprofit must be disbanded for funding terror'
According to investigative reports, the Aid 48 Association allegedly transferred funds directly to organizations officially designated as terrorist groups, including Hamas.
UTJ Accuses Shas:
UTJ Accuses Shas: 'Deri is mocking the Council of Torah Sages'
The United Torah Judaism claimed that the Shas chairman had deceived the Rabbis by keeping his party in the coalition.
Israeli officials estimate:
Israeli officials estimate: 'Breakthrough for hostage deal may come in next few days'
Israeli officials say breakthrough in hostage deal possible within days following new IDF deployment proposal.
Revealed:
Revealed: What gifts have Israel's officials received from world leaders
Cigars for Netanyahu, a sculpture for Bennett, and a Rolex watch for the National Security Advisor: The PM's Office reveals list of gifts received by Israel's top officials, most of which are held by the state.
GHF Chairman:
GHF Chairman: UN created a system that empowered every bad actor in the Gaza Strip
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation chairman Johnnie Moore spoke with the Epoch Times about his operation in the Gaza Strip and how the UN works with Hamas to undermine it.
Gantz: UNRWA allegations false, Hamas to blame for Gaza crisis
MK Benny Gantz defends Israel’s humanitarian efforts in Gaza, accuses UNRWA of spreading falsehoods and aiding Hamas influence over aid distribution.
Supreme Court rejects left-wing bid to protect Attorney General
The Deputy President of the Supreme Court, Justice Noam Sohlberg, rejected a left-wing organization's request to join the petition against the dismissal process of Gali Baharav-Miara.
Footage from the operations
Footage from the operations | Paratroopers Brigade completes mission in Gaza Strip
The Paratroopers Brigade has completed its mission in the Gaza Strip, during which it eliminated terrorists and dismantled infrastructure. It will now relocate to Judea and Samaria.
Norway
Watch: Hatikva rings out in Norway as Israeli athlete wins gold
Israeli sprinter clocks 20.64 seconds to defend 200m title at U-23 Championships in Norway, as Hatikva plays during medal ceremony.
Chief of Staff on Syria:
Chief of Staff: Events in Syria teach us -those who can't defend themselves can't be safe
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, during a visit to Gaza, stated that the IDF will increase pressure on Hamas while reducing the strain on Israeli forces.
