Bereaved Father:
Bereaved Father: 'We must not assign collective blame for Charlie Kirk's murder'
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s tragic murder, Hagai Lober, whose son was killed in action in Gaza, urges against assigning collective responsibility.
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'Stop the famine'
UK PM presses Herzog on Gaza crisis: Stop the manmade famine
Spokesperson for PM Keir Starmer says he urged President Herzog to ease Gaza’s crisis by halting offensives and allowing aid, while reaffirming Britain’s commitment to peace and its alliance with Israel.
Sirens in Mitzpe Ramon area
Missile from Yemen fired toward Israel; sirens in Mitzpe Ramon area
IDF detects that a missile was launched from Yemen toward Israeli territory. Sirens activated in the Mitzpe Ramon area. Missile successfully intercepted.
Trump on Kirk assassination:
Trump on Charlie Kirk assassination: A dark moment for America
President Trump mourns Charlie Kirk’s assassination, calling him a patriot and martyr: Violence and murder are the tragic consequence of demonizing those with whom you disagree.
Judges rule:
Judges rule: Netanyahu’s trial to be held four times a week
Judges overseeing Netanyahu’s cases reject his lawyers’ request and rule that, starting in November, the trial will hold four hearings per week.
Charlie Kirk shot dead in Utah
American conservative activist and political commentator Charlie Kirk shot dead by a gunman at Utah Valley University. Trump announces his death in a post on Truth Social: He was loved and admired by ALL.
Watch:
Watch: Megyn Kelly and Glenn Beck learn Charlie Kirk has died
Watch: Megyn Kelly and Glenn Beck, both personal friends of Charlie Kirk, burst into tears when they find out he has died while live on air.
WSJ report:
WSJ report: Trump told Netanyahu Qatar strike was 'not wise' in heated call
President Donald Trump told PM Netanyahu the Qatar strike on Hamas leaders was “not wise,” per WSJ. Netanyahu defended the move, citing urgency.
Herzi Halevi:
Herzi Halevi: We didn’t underestimate Hamas - the failure is mine
Former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi meets residents of Ein HaBesor and admits the IDF failed to assess the threat prior to October 7.
'Israel is praying for Charlie'
Israeli politicians voice support after Charlie Kirk is shot
Israeli politicians and public figures call for prayers after pro-Israel commentator and activist Charlie Kirk is shot in Utah.
After 2 years in captivity
After over 2 years in captivity in Iraq: Elizabeth Tsurkov arrives in Israel
Israeli-Russian researcher Elizabeth Tsurkov returned to Israel this evening, more than two years after she was abducted by Iran-linked terrorists in Iraq and a day after she was freed.
'Greatest friend of Israel'
PM attends ceremony for the President Donald Trump Promenade in Bat Yam
Prime Minister Netanyahu attends the cornerstone-laying ceremony for the 'President Donald Trump Promenade' in Bat Yam.
Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff: The Jewish soldier proved his ability to overcome every challenge
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir addresses the graduating class of Course 151 of the Israeli Navy, praising the navy's contributions to the military successes of the war.
Rabbi Berman prays in Senate:
Rabbi Berman prays in US Senate: Peace for Israel, freedom for hostages
Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman opened the US Senate with a prayer for unity, peace in Israel, and freedom for hostages, ahead of the approaching Jewish New Year.
Trump meets with hostage's families and captivity survivors
President Trump reiterated his commitment to releasing all the hostages and reassured the families that his administration is working very hard and that they will get them out.
Herzog to Starmer
Herzog to Starmer: 'Recognition of Palestine would in no way help'
Israeli President meets British PM at 10 Downing St., says recognizing a Palestinian state would no advance peace, help Palestinians, or help bring the hostages home.
Netanyahu on Doha strike:
Netanyahu on Doha strike: On 9/11 we remember, Israel acts against terror as America did
PM Netanyahu compares Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Doha to America’s pursuit of al-Qaeda after 9/11, warning Qatar and others against harboring terrorists.
'Never again is now!'
'Never again is now!': New US Ambassador visits Babi Yar with Chief Rabbi
US Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Fisher visited the Babi Yar memorial and declared, 'The United States is committed to ensuring that atrocities against Jews never happen again.'
Report
Report: Hamas leaders survived Doha strike by leaving to pray
According to reports from Iran, senior members of the terrorist organization Hamas survived the attack by leaving their phones in the room where the assassination attempt occurred and going to pray in a nearby room.
Three waves of strikes
Watch: IDF conducts series of strikes on 360 terror targets in Gaza
As part of the next stage of Operation Gideon's Chariots II, the IDF carried out three waves of strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Gaza City.
IDF reservist files defamation suit against DAWN
US citizen Levi Isaac Pilant files lawsuit against anti-Israel group that accused him of 'human rights violations' during his IDF service and sought to have the US impose sanctions on him.
British journalist:
British journalist: Israel entered a new era of deterrence
Israeli operation in Qatar marks shift in strategy; Telegraph notes Netanyahu’s open acknowledgment and Trump’s support signal new era of deterrence.
IDF Chief of Staff:
IDF Chief of Staff: 'We are going to bring down Hamas, and nothing will stop us'
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held a commanders’ discussion and briefing ahead of Operation ‘Gideon’s Chariots II’ and approved plans for the continuation of operations.
Report
Report: Chief of Staff ignored Advocate General with Gaza City evacuation
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered the evacuation of all residents of Gaza City, despite the warning of the Military Advocate General who claimed that the move does not meet the required humanitarian conditions.
Furthest strike since war began:
Furthest strike since war began: Israel strikes Houthi targets 1460 miles away from Israel
IDF confirms that IAF jets struck military camps, the Houthis' Military Public Relations Headquarters, and a fuel storage facility that was used by the regime for terrorist activity.
Hostage families to Macron
Hostage families to Macron: 'No new chapter in Middle East without return of hostages'
Families of the hostages held in Gaza meet the French President ahead of his recognition of a Palestinian while their loved ones remain in Hamas captivity.
At 10 Downing Street
Herzog to meet Starmer at 10 Downing Street to protest Palestine recognition
Israeli President to meet UK PM in London to protest the British government's intention to recognize a Palestinian state while Hamas still holds 48 hostages and the notion of sanctions against Israel.
Veteran Israeli journalist:
Veteran Israeli journalist: US leaked Israeli strike plans - and this isn't the first time
In his Hebrew column for Arutz Sheva, journalist Haggai Huberman highlights the possibility of American leaking plans for Operation Summit of Fire while delving into a historic precedent.
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Watch: Captivity survivor and 'Fauda' star share moving moment
Captivity survivor Eli Sharabi met singer-songwriter, actor, and IDF reservist Idan Amedi, who told him about his and his fellow reservists' efforts to locate the hostages.
Revealed in Knesset
Revealed in Knesset: The missing girl's bus card that mobilized the police
The Immigration, Absorption, and Diaspora Committee discussed once again the case of 9-year-old Haymanut Kassou’s disappearance. Her family stated: “We need results, not just words.”
'Determined to defeat Hamas'
'Determined to defeat Hamas' | IDF begins effort to warn Gaza City population
IDF is distributing voice messages, dropping leaflets, sending text messages, and conducting phone calls to call on residents to evacuate immediately.
Father of hostage: 'Prayers help us and give us hope'
Yosef Haim Ohana, kidnapped during the October 7 massacre, marks his 25th birthday in captivity; his father tells of Yosef Haim's courage on the day of the attack.
48 years in prison for terrorist who wounded seven Jews
The Jerusalem District Court today sentenced attacker Amir Sidawi to 48 years in prison for the shooting attack in the Old City about three and a half years ago, in which seven people were wounded, including a pregnant woman.
Chabad's unique gift to Israel's Finance Minister
Chabad Delhi surprises Israel's Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, presenting him with a unique gift during his trip to India.
EU advances measures against Israel
The European Union is presenting measures against Israel, including suspending bilateral assistance, imposing sanctions on ministers, and establishing a mechanism for Gaza reconstruction.
Watch: Another tower in Gaza City collapses
IAF strikes 'Tayibe 2' tower in Gaza City, after IDF Arabic spokesman orders residents to evacuate the area.
Minister Eli Cohen questioned in diplomatic passport case
Minister Eli Cohen gave testimony to police in the diplomatic passports case, saying that only four passports were issued lawfully and no criminal or administrative offense was committed.
Haaretz reporter:
Haaretz reporter: 'Smotrich has effectively annexed Judea and Samaria'
Hagar Shezaf, the former Haaretz correspondent for Judea and Samaria, said that Smotrich carried out a revolution by transferring civilian authorities in Judea and Samaria into his hands.
Defense Minister: All partners in massacre will be held to account
Defense Minister Israel Katz says 'Summit of Fire' intended to eliminate senior Hamas leaders, stresses anyone who was a partner in the October 7 massacre will be punished.
Binyamin town left without security detail
Reservists who provided security to the Anatot settlement in Binyamin ended their tour of duty - but no other unit was assigned to replace them, leaving the town undefended.
