Nonstop missile barrages on northern Israel
Hezbollah continues launching missiles towards northern Israel, while accusing Israel of 'violating' ceasefire, Houthi rebel group promises to respond with 'unprecedented force.'
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Senior terror commander killed in IDF strike in Lebanon
The IDF eliminated Maher Qassem Hamdan, a Hezbollah-backed commander in southern Lebanon, along with seven terrorists fleeing the Chebaa area.
Western Wall reopens after 40 days of restrictions
After 40 days of restrictions under Home Front Command guidelines, the Western Wall plaza returned to full activity today. Thousands of worshippers are already visiting the site for prayer and thanksgiving.
Security forces eliminate October 7 terrorist, three Hamas terrorists
IDF and ISA forces eliminate Islamic Jihad terrorist who infiltrated Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 massacre, planned attack on IDF troops.
New development in case of murdered teen
Police reported a development in the investigation into the 2019 murder of 18-year-old Evyatar Azarzar. Azarzar was found dead in a pit in an open area near the Morasha junction.
White House announces: First conviction in groundbreaking AI case
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announces first conviction under an Act aiming to protect against nonconsensual AI-generated images, cyberstalking, and threats of violence, thanks First Lady Melania Trump for pushing legislation forward.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises recent attacks on Hezbollah, warns Israel will continue to act 'wherever necessary' to restore security to northern Israel.
Body of elderly woman found near Jerusalem park
Police launch investigation after body of 75-year-old woman is found in storage unit near Sacher Park in Jerusalem.
In first:
In first: Gur hasidic schools resume on day after Passover
Gerrer hasidim resume school on Thursday, in unusual move for haredi schools.
Iranian hackers publish dozens of photos of Herzi Halevi
The hacker group Handala, associated with Iran, published this morning (Thursday) what it says are files of former IDF chief of staff Herzi Halevi.
Kisch orders Israel Prize preparations amid possible Trump visit
Education Minister Yoav Kisch orders full preparations for the Israel Prize ceremony, including contingencies over security concerns and the potential attendance of US President Donald Trump.
Naim Qassem's personal secretary eliminated in IDF strikes
IDF eliminates Ali Yusuf Harshim, secretary and nephew of Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem in Beirut.
Terrorist who posed as Al Jazeera journalist is eliminated
IDF confirms death of Muhammad Samir Muhammad Washah, a key terrorist in Hamas’ rocket and weapons production headquarters.
Education Ministry to push expanding 'summer school' program
Education Minister Yoav Kisch announces new summer program for middle schools, expansion of existing 'summer school' program for elementary school students.
Soldier blesses Mimouna celebration at Rambam Medical Center
Hundreds of patients, including wounded soldiers, gathered in the hospital's protected complex at Rambam for Mimouna celebrations.
Captivity survivor to undergo foot surgery
Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen to undergo foot surgery, asks public to pray he will be able to stand under wedding canopy and break traditional glass.
Analyst warns: We ended the war too early
Channel 12 analyst Nir Dvori warns ceasefire with Iran is premature, gives Iran time to regroup and weakens Israel’s position ahead of negotiations.
Report:
Report: US fears Iran will not reopen Straits of Hormuz
Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high as uncertainty grows over whether Iran will fully reopen the vital shipping lane.
Trump: We will stay in the region until a real agreement
Trump warns Iran ceasefire contingent on compliance, vows overwhelming response to violations
Not withdrawal, but pressure:
Not withdrawal, but pressure: Trump’s emerging plan to reshape NATO
US President Donald Trump is considering redeploying forces within NATO, signaling pressure on allies over support during the Iran conflict.
Mob attacks Jew in the Jordan Valley
An Arab mob attacked an outpost in the Jordan Valley, seriously injuring a resident after a rock was thrown at his head. He is currently receiving treatment at the scene by MDA and IDF forces.
VP Vance:
VP Vance: 'Israelis have offered to check themselves in Lebanon'
Vice President JD Vance outlines US stance on Iran ceasefire, citing misunderstandings, ongoing negotiations, and warning of consequences if terms are not upheld.
Poll
Most Americans hold negative views of Israel and Netanyahu
A new poll conducted during the war with Iran shows that 60% of Americans hold a negative view of Israel, while 59% say they do not trust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli woman killed in kitesurfing accident in Sinai
Noa Mor, 38, from Tel Aviv, was killed this past Sunday in a kitesurfing accident in Sinai, Egypt.
Lapid on ceasefire:
Lapid on ceasefire: 'Netanyahu cheated Israel and its partners'
Opposition leaders lash out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the Iran ceasefire a failure and accusing him of mismanagement and deception.
El Al restores full service
Starting next week, the Israeli carrier will operate full flights to approximately 30 destinations.
Iran blocks ships in Strait of Hormuz hours after opening strait
Iranian government begins blocking ships hours into ceasefire, citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite Trump's assurances the Hezbollah conflict is separate from the ceasefire.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Ceasefire is temporary, Israel ready to resume war
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel achieved major gains against Iran but warns the war is not over and operations could resume at any moment.
Many cities announce return to school tomorrow
Even before the Home Front Command announced any change in its guidelines, many municipal authorities already independently declared a return to educational activity starting tomorrow.
White House: World should take Trump's word very seriously
The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says US President Donald Trump's negotiating style brought Iran to say that they wanted a ceasefire because they couldn't take being bombed.
The Home Front Command's new guidelines after the ceasefire
In accordance with the ongoing situational assessment of the Home Front Command, it has been decided to update the defense policy starting tomorrow at 6:00 a.m.
Surprise attack:
Surprise attack: IDF strikes 100 targets in Lebanon
Within 10 minutes and across multiple areas simultaneously: The IDF completed the largest coordinated strike targeting more than 100 Hezbollah command centers and military sites.
SSGT Yosef Lifshiz fell in battle in southern Lebanon
Staff Sergeant Touvel Yosef Lifshiz, aged 20, from Beit She'an, fell during a raid in southern Lebanon.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Two-week ceasefire does not include Lebanon
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs President Trump’s pause on Iran strikes, stressing it hinges on Tehran’s actions and excludes Lebanon.
Chag Sameach from Israel National News!
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After Pakistani request
Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire in Iran after Pakistani request
Trump announces he has agreed to a two-week "double sided ceasefire" in Iran, after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s call for a two-week lull in order to give time for diplomacy.
New York City:
NYC teen arrested for threatening to murder Jewish children in Brooklyn
18-year-old from Harlem arrested after threatening in a video to kill Jewish children in Brooklyn. NYPD files terrorism charges against him.
Iran-backed militia in Iraq releases kidnapped US journalist
Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah releases American journalist Shelly Kittleson, kidnapped last week in Baghdad.
Major blow
Major blow: IDF destroys Iran’s key sonar and missile sites
IDF strikes central Iranian production sites in Shiraz and Karaj, destroying facilities for sonar systems and naval cruise missiles.
Russia and China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Russia and China veto UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blockaded since the US-Israel war began.
