Report: US, Iran, nearing one-page agreement to end war
US and Iran closer than ever to reaching agreement to end war, start 30-day negotiation period, Axios reports.
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ADL reveals:
ADL reveals: American Jews targeted an average of 17 times per day
Anti-Defamation League records historic high in antisemitic assaults and attacks with deadly weapons in 2025, third-highest year for overall antisemitic incidents.
From Espionage to Politics:
From Espionage to Politics | Jonathan Pollard launches bid for Knesset
Jonathan Pollard describes how the idea to run for office took shape and criticizes the current actors on the right of the political map.
Two IDF soldiers injured after Hezbollah violates ceasefire
Explosive drone detonates near IDF soldiers in southern Lebanon, injuring one soldier lightly and another moderately.
Report reveals: Fake AI ‘rabbis’ spread antisemitism on TikTok
New CAM report exposes coordinated TikTok network of fake 'AI rabbis spreading antisemitic hate.
Pressure mounts on airline to cease flights on Shabbat
Haredi leaders threaten consumer boycott against Israir, call company CEO to 'hearing.'
Dissolution order for association linked to UAL
The district court accepted the Registrar of Associations' request to issue a dissolution order against the association linked to the Ra'am party.
Exposed: Palestinian Authority officials encourage terror attacks
New Yesha Council report warns newly elected Palestinian Authority officials have praised terrorists, promoted incitement against Israel and the West.
Defense establishment pushing to renew Iran war
Senior officials say renewal of fighting may pressure Iran in negotiations, but warn results are not guaranteed.
Turkey reveals first-ever ICBM
Turkey unveiled a hypersonic missile it developed that can reach any point in Europe - a range that includes Israel as well.
Vienna on high alert
Vienna on high alert: Police brace for anti-Israel disruptions at Eurovision
Vienna police prepare for disruptions and blockades from anti-Israel activists at Eurovision.
Trump announces:
Trump announces: 'Project Freedom' paused to pursue agreement with Iran
Trump pauses "Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz to seek an Iran deal, while keeping the naval blockade in effect.
Despite Aoun’s hesitation
US urges direct Lebanon-Israel engagement despite Aoun’s hesitation
US once again reiterates its backing for a Netanyahu-Aoun summit to reach peace.
Washington dinner attack
Assault charge added against suspect in White House Correspondents’ dinner attack
Grand jury adds new indictment against Cole Tomas Allen, adding charge of assaulting a federal officer.
Syria arrests members of Hezbollah-linked terror cell
Syrian interior ministry says forces arrested a Hezbollah-linked cell plotting to assassinate senior government officials.
Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy wins Ohio GOP primary
Vivek Ramaswamy wins Ohio's GOP primary, setting up a general election against Democrat Amy Acton.
Ayelet Shaked:
Ayelet Shaked: Smotrich bears responsibility for the formation of the 'Change Government'
Former Justice Minister places full weight of responsibility for the formation of the Change Government on the chairman of the Religious Zionist Party: "He could have joined, making Ra'am unnecessary."
Yoram Cohen:
Yoram Cohen: Allowing a failed leadership to remain in power would be irresponsible
At a press conference addressing his entry into politics alongside Gadi Eisenkot, Yoram Cohen states: "Allowing the leadership that failed to continue leading would be an act of irresponsibility."
Rubio
Rubio: 'Goal of Project Freedom is to rescue 23,000 sailors'
Secretary of State Rubio holds White House Press briefing on the conflict with Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, accuses Iran of piracy and holding tens of thousands of civilian sailors hostage.
Gaza 'forcible removal' platform
Jonathan Pollard seeks Knesset seat on Gaza 'forcible removal' platform
Jonathan Pollard, the former US intelligence analyst jailed for spying for Israel, says he will run for the Knesset, calling for the 'forcible removal' of Gaza’s residents and criticising Israel’s leadership over the 7 October 2023 massacre and its aftermath.
Japan
Japan: Body of missing Israeli woman found
Tevel Shabtai, 22, from central Israel, had been missing since Friday after reporting to her mother that she was going to climb a mountain in the Higashikawa area of Japan
Watch:
IDF unveils new response to Hezbollah drone threat
The IDF has developed a new operational response to the growing threat of drones, aiming to improve detection and interception capabilities against aerial attacks.
Palestine Action activist convicted of attacking police officer with sledgehammer
Samuel Corner has been found guilty of grievous bodily harm after striking a police sergeant with a sledgehammer during a violent raid on an Israeli-linked defense company’s UK site.
Germany
Germany: Far-left and Islamists behind rise in antisemitic attacks
German Interior Minister Roman Poseck warns of the threat of antisemitism spread by 'Islamism and the left-wing extremism' following government study on antisemitism.
Israel and Germany reaffirm strong ties as foreign ministers meet in Berlin
In a joint press conference, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar underscores Israel’s security challenges, stressing that Israel’s military actions are aimed at protecting its citizens and preventing further escalation by Iranian-backed groups.'
Yisrael Ben Shetrit, IDF soldier seriously injured in battle joins Yisrael Beyteinu
Yisrael Beyteinu announced that wounded reserve officer Yisrael Ben Shetrit, seriously injured in Gaza fighting, has joined the party and will focus on equality in service and support for IDF veterans.
Trump
Trump: 'Iran should wave white flag of surrender'
US President says Iran is reduced to firing "pea shooters," blockade of Iran is unchallenged.
Air Force chief:
Air Force chief: “We were on brink of undermining foundations of the IAF"
In his farewell speech, outgoing Air Force Commander Major General Tomer Bar also addressed the need for a commission of inquiry and the period of refusals to serve that preceded the war.
No10 forum:
Prime Minister Keir Starmer: Antisemitism is a 'crisis for all of us,' at No10 forum
'Stopping antisemitism is not someone else’s responsibility. It is all of ours,' says British PM Keir Starmer at the No10 Tackling Antisemitism Forum.
'Likelihood of escalation'
Israel issues warning over pro-flotilla protest in Athens
Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism issues a warning regarding a scheduled protest in Greece tonight - calling for the release of two activists from the "Global Sumud" flotilla; risk level assessed as high.
Watch:
Watch: Iranian rapper presents remix of Israeli hit - 'Harbu Darbu'
A newly released Persian remix of 'Harbu Darbu' has become an unlikely hub for cross-cultural dialogue, as Iranian, Israeli, and international listeners flood the comment section with messages of unity and hope.
Hebron:
Bonfire sparks controversy, council head is not apologizing
Hebron Council head responds to burning of terror flags during Lag Ba'omer, saying that Israel has 'woken up' and any attempt to revive Arab nationalist aspirations will be uprooted at its source.
Poison terror continues
Poison terror continues: Water cisterns contaminated in Binyamin; sheep harmed
Terrorists from the village of Mu'ayr poisoned water cisterns on a farm in Binyamin. The shepherd identified the suspicious substance and managed to prevent more serious harm to the flock.
Netanyahu at the start of his testimony: “Absurd"
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu referred at the beginning of his testimony in court to the security and political burden he is under, and defined the hearing in his case as an "absurd" situation.
London:
Counter-terror police investigate suspected arson at synagogue in London
A suspected arson attack on a former east London synagogue has sparked a counter-terror probe, amid growing concerns over a series of incidents targeting Jewish communities across the city.
UK Conservative leader:
Kemi Badenoch: antisemitism ‘national emergency,’ urges ban on pro-Palestinian marches
UK conservative leader Kemi Badenoch calls for immediate action against rising antisemitism, 'If we do not stand up now, then why bother saying ‘Never Again’.'
Hegseth
Hegseth: 'Iran is embarassed that our blockade is holding'
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, press briefing at the Pentagon. Caine: Iranian attacks not at level for US to resume military action.
CNN:
CNN: Israel and US planning another round of strikes in Iran
Report says Israel and the US are coordinating amid Hormuz tensions, with plans in place for possible strikes on Iran if diplomacy fails.
Smotrich, tobacco taxation and the Palestinian black market
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is expected to soon approve a new order to tax smoking products that will impose an excise tax of NIS 350 per kilogram on tobacco substitutes, alongside a 4% customs duty.
Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Nova Festival eliminated
IDF eliminates Anas Muhammad Ibrahim Hamed, a Nukhba commander who infiltrated Israeli territory during the October 7th Massacre, after he posed a threat to troops in Gaza.
