Abandon ship:
Abandon ship: Eitan Ginzburg leaves Blue and White party
MK Eitan Ginzberg is the newest member of Benny Gantz's party to announce departure, following MKs Tropper and Farkash-Hacohen.
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How officers earned 7 million NIS from smuggling
The military prosecution filed three serious indictments against officers and soldiers who smuggled cigarettes, phones and even a motorcycle into the Strip in exchange for bribes.
Sa’ar heads to Germany for high-level diplomatic talks
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar to meet German leaders in Berlin, focusing on strengthening diplomatic, security, and economic ties.
Anti-Israel group sets its sights on Israeli in Cyprus
HRF submits complaint to Cypriot authorities seeking arrest of Israeli visiting the country, alleging involvement in crimes during Gaza operations
60,000 attend central Lag Ba'Omer lighting in Jerusalem
Appropriately 60,000 people attended last night’s central Lag BaOmer lighting in Jerusalem, led by Rabbi Elimelech Biderman, according to an estimate by the Israel Police.
Hundreds attempt to enter Meron without authorization and are turned back
Worshippers who attempted to reach the tomb of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai were caught after a long walk along roads and through forests. They were put on buses and taken away from the area.
Ceasefire in Lebanon? 70 drones launched, five killed
Since the ceasefire in Lebanon began, Hezbollah has launched 70 explosive drones at IDF forces, killing five and wounding 33.
In photos:
In photos: Lag Ba'Omer night in Meron
Lag Ba'Omer events began in Meron with bonfires lit by leading rabbis. Attendence was limited due to security concerns.
Drone cam:
Drone cam: Hezbollah terrorists eliminated on motorcycle
IDF forces used an armed drone to eliminate Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon and struck a launch site after an anti-tank missile attack nearby.
Report:
Report: Iran leader confronts IRGC over attacks on UAE
Report says Iran’s president warned IRGC actions in the Gulf risk escalation, seeking urgent talks to halt operations and preserve diplomatic efforts.
Watch:
Watch: Lag Ba'Omer celebrations at Hashmonaim Brigade
The new recruits to the haredi brigade held a special bonfire lighting together at their base to mark the passing of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai.
Marking 250 years:
Trump declares National Sabbath to mark 250 years of independence
US President Donald Trump marks Jewish American Heritage Month, praising Jewish contributions and announcing a national Sabbath for reflection and unity.
Suspect in Colorado firebomb attack to plead guilty
Man charged over firebomb attack during a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado, will plead guilty this week.
US and Gulf allies propose
US and Gulf allies draft UN resolution to end Iranian blockade of Hormuz
The US and Gulf allies are drafting a UN Security Council resolution to stop Iranian mining and tolls in Hormuz.
Lebanese President:
Lebanese President: Meeting with Netanyahu is out of the question
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun rejects meeting Netanyahu, citing the need for a security deal before such a meeting occurs.
Following antisemitic attacks
Starmer to convene emergency summit following antisemitic attacks
British Prime Minister to meet societal leaders for emergency summit following rise in antisemitic stabbings.
Legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling passes away at 87
Legendary New York Yankees announcer John Sterling dies at 87, leaving a legacy of iconic home run calls.
US report:
US report: Iran’s nuclear breakout time unmoved by recent strikes
US intelligence indicates Iran's nuclear timeline is unchanged despite recent war, as the regime retains uranium stockpiles in deep bunkers.
White House Lawn briefly evacuated following shooting near Washington Monument
Secret Service involved in shooting near National Mall. Suspect hospitalized and area cordoned off.
High alert
High alert: Israel prepares for possible collapse of ceasefire with Iran
Amid the U.S. operation in the Strait of Hormuz and recent Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates, Israel is preparing for the possibility of immediate escalation. Tehran has threatened a “night of rage."
NYPD
NYPD: Antisemitic hate crimes fell 30% in April
For the first time in 2026, antisemitic hate crimes are down year over year in New York, but continue to account for 60% of all hate crimes.
Watch live:
Watch live: Zionist yeshiva students celebrate Lag Ba'Omer in Hebron
Religious Zionist students, Mercaz Harav Yeshiva Dean, Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, and the Chief Rabbi of Kiryat Arba, Rabbi Avraham Schwartz, celebrate Lag Ba'Omer with a bonfire at the Cave of the Patriarchs.
Trump
Trump: 'Iran shooting at unrelated nations'
US President tells Fox News Iran will be "blown off the face of the earth" if it attacks the US naval vessels escorting merchant vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Southern Lebanon:
Southern Lebanon: A tour of a Hezbollah weapons cache moments before it was demolished
IDF soldiers from the 226th Brigade, in cooperation with the Yahalom Unit, destroyed an approximately 30-meter-long underground tunnel route containing various weapons.
Watch:
Watch: Lag Ba'Omer celebrations begin in Meron
Annual Lag Ba'Omer celebrations featuring bonfires begin at the grave of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai. This year, due to the security situation, attendance at the event is limited.
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Iran launches four cruise missiles at the UAE
The United Arab Emirates reported that four cruise missiles were launched from Iran toward its territory-three were intercepted and one fell into the sea.
Obama:
Obama: Netanyahu tried to convince me to go to war with Iran like he convinced Trump
In a New Yorker interview, Barack Obama questions Benjamin Netanyahu’s Iran stance and warns of strained alliances and the impact on global leadership.
New Program
How women around the world are mastering Hilchos Shabbos
Online program based on HaGaon Rabbi Berkovits’ renowned curriculum
Dr Miriam Adelson
Dr Miriam Adelson: ‘The best day of my life was when all the hostages returned’
The Israeli-American Council (IAC) honored Dr. Miriam Adelson with the “Defender of Am Yisrael Lifetime Achievement Award."
Two soldiers moderately wounded in clash with terrorists in Lebanon
Two IDF soldiers were injured during an exchange of fire in a clash with terrorists. Immediately after the incident, the Air Force attacked Hezbollah positions in the area.
Arad mayor praises Negev and Galilee Minister
Arad Mayor Yair Ma'ayan praises Negev and Galilee Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf for prompt and generous relief budgets in immediate aftermath of Iranian missile strike which left nearly 200 families homeless.
U.S. Military: Iranian blockade broken
The U.S. military announced that two American merchant ships successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz as part of an effort to break the naval blockade.
Iran claims strike on US warship near Hormuz, US denies
Tehran says missiles hit vessel and warns against US presence; American officials reject report of any damage.
Sewage, blood, waste:
Sewage, blood, waste: Environmental terrorism under the auspices of the Rahat municipality
The Regavim Movement has appealed to government ministers, claiming that the Gerar stream has become a dumping ground for waste, allegedly under the auspices of the city of Rahat.
Controversy:
Controversy: Discounted product basket excludes Judea and Samaria
Strong criticism for Minister Barkat's flagship project, which offers 100 discounted products only in Carrefour branches, a chain that does not operate stores in Judea and Samaria.
IDF eliminates Hamas terrorists near Gaza troops
IDF forces neutralize threats approaching the Yellow Line, including terrorist involved in rocket fire.
Jerusalem:
Three minors arrested for stone-throwing attack on buses
Border Police officers arrest three terrorists, residents of Issawiya, who threw stones at public transportation in Jerusalem, causing damage to buses.
In first since 2011: Snowfall on Mount Hermon - in May
Snow accumulating on Mount Hermon's upper slopes, in first May snows in 15 years.
Police solve 2019 murder of teen Evyatar Azarzar
The central unit of the Tel Aviv District solved the 2019 murder of teen Evyatar Azarzar and filed a prosecutor’s statement against three suspects from Bnei Brak.
Rabbi warns: 'Do not go to Meron, it risks your lives'
Rabbi Yigal Cohen warns public to refrain from visiting Meron during the Lag Ba'omer holiday due to tangible security threats. 'Our enemies are waiting for a crowd to gather there.'
