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"My life was in danger"

"My life was in danger:" Reporter claims he was robbed while covering Havat Gilad fire

Kan News journalist Yoav Borovich claims he was attacked and robbed while covering the huge fire at Havat Gilad in Samaria.

"My life was in danger:" Reporter claims he was robbed while covering Havat Gilad fire

Israeli security source

Israeli security source: Mojtaba Khamenei is not in Iran

An Israeli security source claims that Mojtaba Khamenei is no longer in Iran and that a deep rift has emerged within the country's leadership.

Israeli security source: Mojtaba Khamenei is not in Iran

'Coup' accusations shake Iran's leadership after Khamenei funeral

Iran's hardliners accuse senior officials of betraying the revolution and plotting a power grab after a US ceasefire agreement sparked internal unrest.

'Coup' accusations shake Iran's leadership after Khamenei funeral

Most Israelis have already decided how they will vote

The JPPI Israeli Society Index indicates the strengthening of the right and that most Israelis are certain of who they will vote for.

Most Israelis have already decided how they will vote

Military zone declared

IDF declares closed military zone fearing mass infiltration into Gaza

The IDF declares closed military zones in the Gaza envelope ahead of a Nachala Movement march calling to reestablish Jewish communities in Gaza.

IDF declares closed military zone fearing mass infiltration into Gaza

High Court issues temporary order suspending sections of Communications Law

The High Court of Justice issued a temporary injunction against sections of the new Communications Reform Law.

High Court issues temporary order suspending sections of Communications Law

'Political Theater':

'Political Theater': US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

US Ambassador Mike Waltz says New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has no legal authority to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu during the UN General Assembly.

'Political Theater': US Ambassador explains why Mamdani can't arrest Netanyahu

Landmark summit

Lebanese President heads to Washington for landmark White House summit

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun travels to Washington, marking the first visit by a Lebanese head of state since 2009.

Lebanese President heads to Washington for landmark White House summit

After IRGC attack on US troops

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran after IRGC attack on troops in Jordan

CENTCOM conducts its eighth straight night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites while Iran launches retaliatory drone and missile attacks into Kuwait.

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran after IRGC attack on troops in Jordan

'I couldn’t care less'

'I couldn’t care less': Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

President Trump dismisses Iran's announcement that it will no longer honor the MOU.

'I couldn’t care less': Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

Liberman charges:

Liberman charges: Netanyahu will use Shin Bet against political rivals

In a TV interview, the Yisrael Beytenu chairman claims that Netanyahu may use the Shin Bet against political opponents in the upcoming election.

Liberman charges: Netanyahu will use Shin Bet against political rivals

Amid MidEast tensions

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans amid Middle East tensions

US State Department issues a Worldwide Caution alert advising citizens to exercise increased caution due to rising Middle East tensions and potential threats.

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans amid Middle East tensions

Smotrich at Havat Gilad:

Smotrich at Havat Gilad: We will rebuild everything

Smotrich arrives at Havat Gilad, holds a situational assessment, and instructs the Property Tax Authority to deploy assessors immediately to document the damages and expedite compensation.

Smotrich at Havat Gilad: We will rebuild everything

After Devastating Fire

Help the community | Global Support Pours In for Havat Gilad After Devastating Fire

Residents of Havat Gilad are receiving an outpouring of support from Israel and communities around the world following a devastating fire that destroyed numerous homes and businesses in the community.

Help the community | Global Support Pours In for Havat Gilad After Devastating Fire

Samaria Governor:

Samaria Governor: 'We won't give in to arson, Havat Gilad will rebuild bigger'

Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan called for the immediate arrest of those responsible for the Havat Gilad fire and pledged the community would rebuild stronger than before.

Samaria Governor: 'We won't give in to arson, Havat Gilad will rebuild bigger'

Israel weighs curbs on civilian drones over Iran threat

Israel's defense establishment considering broad restrictions on civilian drone flights, aiming to improve military's ability to identify, respond to hostile aerial threats.

Israel weighs curbs on civilian drones over Iran threat

IDF strikes Hezbollah drone cell in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah terror cell after troops identified operatives flying a drone near the security zone in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes Hezbollah drone cell in southern Lebanon

Suspected antisemitic assault of Israeli tourists in Mongolia

Six Israeli travelers were violently attacked by a group of men in northern Mongolia with knives and hatchets.

Suspected antisemitic assault of Israeli tourists in Mongolia

Lebanese soldier killed by Hezbollah-planted explosive

IDF investigation indicates device likely planted by Hezbollah, Lebanese forces entered area without coordinating.

Lebanese soldier killed by Hezbollah-planted explosive

IDF kills Islamic Jihad sniper, Hamas commander in Gaza

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad sniper, Hamas operations commander, in separate airstrikes in central and northern Gaza.

IDF kills Islamic Jihad sniper, Hamas commander in Gaza

Watch:

Watch: Netanyahu plays soccer with Argentine Ambassador

Prime Minister Netanyahu met with the Argentine Ambassador to Israel and conveyed a message to President Milei ahead of the World Cup final: 'Javier, you are a true friend. We support you and support Argentina tomorrow.'

Watch: Netanyahu plays soccer with Argentine Ambassador

Netanyahu speaks with reservist freed after Thailand detention

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with IDF reservist released after spending eight months in detention in Thailand, thanking him for his reserve service.

Netanyahu speaks with reservist freed after Thailand detention

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani calls Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'war criminal,' says he is exploring whether he has the legal authority to arrest him during a future visit.

Mamdani threatens to arrest Netanyhau

Two US service members killed in Iranian strike

US Central Command says two service members killed, one missing, in Iranian strike on Jordan.

Two US service members killed in Iranian strike

Seventh consecutive night

Seventh consecutive night: US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas.

Seventh consecutive night: US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

Amid criticism

Mamdani draws parallels to Mandela amid criticism over anti-Israel stance

New York City Mayor invokes Nelson Mandela’s refusal to abandon “Palestinian solidarity", comparing the scrutiny to his own anti-Israel stance.

Mamdani draws parallels to Mandela amid criticism over anti-Israel stance

Trump urges Graham’s sister to seek full term in South Carolina

President Trump publicly urges newly appointed Sen. Darline Graham Nordone to enter South Carolina's August special primary for her late brother's seat.

Trump urges Graham’s sister to seek full term in South Carolina

'Criminal offense'

'Criminal offense': IDF condemns wave of civilians crossing border into Syria

IDF detains and hands over to police several civilians who crossed into Syria near Majdal Shams, warning such border incursions risk lives and security.

'Criminal offense': IDF condemns wave of civilians crossing border into Syria

Israelis arrested on plane

'Hope you suffer another October 7': Unruly Israelis arrested on plane

Three men arrested on a Lufthansa flight at Ben Gurion Airport for disruptive behavior and assaulting officers, with one suspect invoking October 7 during the arrest.

'Hope you suffer another October 7': Unruly Israelis arrested on plane

Amid Iran tensions

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel amid escalating Iran tensions

As President Trump considers broader military options against Iran, Axios reports the US is sending dozens of additional refueling planes to Israel.

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel amid escalating Iran tensions

From Manchester Mayor to PM

From Manchester Mayor to PM: Andy Burnham named leader of UK Labour party

Andy Burnham becomes UK Labour leader, clearing the way to take over as UK prime minister on Monday following Keir Starmer’s exit.

From Manchester Mayor to PM: Andy Burnham named leader of UK Labour party

Shabbat Shalom from Israel!

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Shabbat about to begin in Israel. Our North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz

US forces destroyed a maritime surveillance tower at Iran’s Chah Bahar Shahid Kalantari Port, saying it was part of an IRGC network used to monitor commercial vessels and coordinate attacks on civilian crews.

US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz

Israir Flight 116 from London to Israel delayed after aircraft accident during towing

Passengers on Israir Flight 116 were removed from the aircraft following an accident and transferred to the terminal. The company arranged transportation and hotel accommodations until a rescue flight becomes available.

Israir Flight 116 from London to Israel delayed after aircraft accident during towing

Extreme left-wing activist rams two in Gush Etzion

90-year-old extreme left-wing activist rammed two Jews at the Tomer Farm in Gush Etzion. Minister Smotrich blames attack on 'left-wing incitement.' Calls on political leaders to retract statements about evacuating farm outposts.

Extreme left-wing activist rams two in Gush Etzion

Administrative detainee's condition worsens on 12th day of hunger strike

Honenu says Tal Derdik has suffered repeated fainting spells during his hunger strike and was evacuated to the detention facility's medical clinic. Attorney Nati Rom said, 'The administrative detention orders must come to an end.'

Administrative detainee's condition worsens on 12th day of hunger strike

'Can't find common ground':

'Can't find common ground': Democrats candidate rejects meeting with Sukkot

Moran Zer Katzenstein withdraws from event including MK Tzvi Sukkot after learning it was a dialogue event, calling reconciliation with him impossible.

'Can't find common ground': Democrats candidate rejects meeting with Sukkot

British police charge man with assisting Iranian intelligence

British authorities charge a Liverpool man with assisting Iran's intelligence service amid growing concerns over Tehran-linked activity in the UK.

British police charge man with assisting Iranian intelligence

Long-time hostage taker

Close aide to Mohammed Deif who held hostages eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist who played a central role in holding Israeli hostages, filming release ceremonies and supporting senior Hamas leaders.

Close aide to Mohammed Deif who held hostages eliminated

Shocking allegation:

Shocking allegation: How Razi's murder was planned

Agam Tsarfi, former partner of Benyahu Razi, is suspected of involvement in planning his murder. She denies the allegations, and her detention has been extended.

Shocking allegation: How Razi's murder was planned