Another delay:
Another delay: Starship launch aborted just before takeoff
SpaceX calls off the 10th Starship launch just before liftoff, citing a ground systems issue. The cancellation follows multiple recent setbacks.
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Eisenkot:
Eisenkot challenges Gantz: No coalition change needed for hostage deal
Gadi Eisenkot says a hostage deal "requires no political change, only a decision by one person." Gantz responds: "You also need to know how to say yes."
Surprise from Damascus:
Surprise from Damascus: Al-Sharaa confirms talks with Israel
Syrian President confirms advanced talks with Israel for a security agreement based on the 1974 disengagement line.
Smotrich to Gantz:
Smotrich to Gantz: Welcome to join the government - without preconditions
Smotrich: "If Gantz wants to join to strengthen our resilience to defeat the enemy until complete victory and the return of all hostages - I welcome it."
Watch: Son of fallen IDF reservist sings his father's song
Be'eri Hershkovitz, son of fallen IDF soldier and beloved high school principal Yossi Hershkovitz, ascends stage at Jerusalem event, singing his fallen father's song; singer Yonatan Razel accompanies Be'eri and his mother Hadas on the clarinet.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Houthis are learning the hard way the heavy price of attacking Israel
PM Netanyahu congratulates IAF on 'impeccable mission,' notes Houthi terror group is 'learning the hard way' the prices of aggression against Israel.
Netanyahu reassures partners he will not trade them for Gantz
The Prime Minister's Office sent a message to his fellow members of the coalition that he would not accept the offer from Benny Gantz to join the government as a way to add votes for an end to the war.
Netanyahu wishes Amb. Huckabee a happy birthday
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sends birthday wishes to US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, praising him as 'a lighthouse of moral clarity, a fearless voice of faith, and a lifelong champion of the U.S.-Israel alliance.'
Tel Aviv:
Tel Aviv: Seven illegal Arabs arrested for planning terror attack
ISA, Israel Police, arrest seven illegal Arabs in Tel Aviv for planning terror attack.
Police seek man who murdered discharged IDF soldier
The police today issued an urgent appeal to locate Orel Shukrun, 19, from Tiberias, suspected of killing Daniel Aslan, a 22-year-old discharged IDF soldier.
Government to provide 10m NIS for flights to Uman
Israeli government approves funding for flights to Uman ahead of Rosh Hashanah, following Moldova’s demand for infrastructure fees.
Cellular tower inaugurated in Givat Asaf
The new tower provides continuous reception along Route 60 and Highway 466 - part of a broad initiative to improve cellular coverage and enhance security across Judea and Samaria.
Three Years Later:
Three Years Later: Border Police officer convicted of pulling settler's sidelocks
A Border Police officer has been convicted by a police disciplinary tribunal for forcibly pulling a settler's sidelocks during the demolition of the Oz Zion homestead in the Binyamin region, an incident that took place approximately three years ago.
IDF releases 13 Gazans through Red Cross
IDF releases 13 Gazans arrested during the course of the war; footage shows all are in good health.
Huldai responds: 'We never threatened synagogues, it's all lies'
Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai dismisses accusations that the municipality threatened Orthodox synagogues over a disputed contract clause, says clause was amended in coordination with synagogue officials.
Center for Local Government petitions against teachers strike
The move follows a threat by Teachers' Union chairman Ran Erez to boycott preparation days and delay the opening of the school year.
Retaliating for Houthi missile launch:
Retaliating for Houthi missile launch: IAF strikes series of targets in Yemen
IDF struck military targets belonging to the Houthi terrorist regime in the Sana'a area in Yemen, statement confirms.
2 Million Dollars:
2 Million Dollars: Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's Tomb to be renovated
The 'Breslov Union' in Uman announced the launch of an unprecedented renovation project at Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's tomb, costing more than $2 million.
Preliminary findings indicate Houthi missile was cluster bomb
Houthi missile which exploded mid-air on Friday evening was likely a cluster bomb, preliminary findings show.
Large wildfire outside Jerusalem
A forest fire is raging near Mevasseret Zion. Ground firefighting teams and eight firefighting aircraft working to contain the blaze. Authorities considering closing Route 1.
IDF raids weapons' storehouses in southern Syria
The IDF’s 474th Brigade, under the 210th Division, carried out raids in southern Syria, seizing weapons including RPGs, rifles, and explosives, while arresting suspects for questioning.
Families stage 7:10 AM protest outside Cabinet ministers' homes:
Families stage 7:10 AM protest outside Cabinet ministers' homes: "We won't forgive continued stalling. Listen to the people: End this war and bring everyone home."
Tens of thousands rally across Australia in largest anti-Israel protests in years
Massive demonstrations swept Brisbane, Melbourne, Hobart, and over 40 other cities this month, with protesters calling for sanctions on Israel, boycotts of Israeli-linked businesses, and a Palestinian state.
Report:
Report: Tehran signals readiness to reduce enrichment amid sanctions threat
Iran considers reducing uranium enrichment to 20% as European powers push for renewed nuclear talks and threaten snapback sanctions, the Telegraph reports.
Qatar-Gate
Qatar-Gate: Hostage negotiator suspended for two weeks
Maj. Gen. (res.) Yoav ‘Poli’ Mordechai was removed from Israel’s hostage negotiations team after police barred his involvement amid the Qatar-Gate bribery investigation.
Jerry Adler, Jewish Broadway veteran and actor, dies at 96
From Broadway’s backstage to iconic Jewish roles on screen, Adler’s late-blooming career gave voice to faith, humor, and resilience across generations.
After 51 years:
After 51 years: Man arrested for alleged drowning murder of 5-year-old son in Eilat
A terminally ill 88-year-old man, who served 11 years in prison for the murder of his wife, confessed to the murder of his five-year-old son in 1974.
Footage from northern Gaza:
Footage from northern Gaza: 401st Brigade returns to Jabaliya
Troops under the 162nd Division return to combat in northern Gaza, dismantling Hamas terror infrastructure, eliminating operatives, and expanding operational control.
Ben-Gvir:
Ben-Gvir: 'Benny Gantz can not join the government'
Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called on his fellow coalition faction heads not to allow the Blue and White party into the government, claiming it would impede success in Gaza.
Secular coercion:
Tel Aviv pushes new contracts on synagogues, sparking uproar
Tel Aviv Municipality requires some 130 synagogues to sign contracts obligating them to provide services 'to all residents regardless of belief,' which synagogue leaders are calling 'secular coercion in the name of equality.'
Investigation:
Investigation: Did the Houthis launch a cluster missile at Israel?
Israeli Air Force probes why defenses failed to intercept Houthi missile, suspected of carrying cluster munitions, that struck a yard in Moshav Ginaton.
Watch:
Watch: Inside a GHF aid site deep in Gaza
NEWSMAX correspondent Zach Anders gained access inside Gaza at a Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) aid distribution site, where he saw the US and Israel-backed organization at work.
MK Eitan Ginzburg:
MK Eitan Ginzburg: 'If PM refuses our call for unity, we'll know we've done all we can'
MK Eitan Ginzburg says that Benjamin Netanyahu is the one who now needs to lead a move to establish a national unity government, following Benny Gantz's proposal.
Central Israel:
Two bodies found in burning vehicle near Kafr Qassem, police investigating
Police are investigating the deaths of two men found in a burning vehicle near Kafr Qassem.
Iran kills six militants, alleges Israeli Mossad ties
Iran claims six militants killed in a southeastern clash were tied to Israel's Mossad; two arrested, most foreign nationals. No Israeli response to Tehran's accusations.
Rep. Greene accuses: Israel using US aid for genocide
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Israel of "genocide" in Gaza, claiming US military aid funds the alleged actions and that American taxpayers are paying for it.
'Hostage murderer'
Leftist activists harass Ben Gvir: ‘Convicted terrorist, hostage murderer’
Protesters disrupt minister's Shabbat walk to synagogue in Sharon region, verbally accost him and his soldier son.
Bonfire lit in Tel Aviv: We are done staying silent
Families of hostages hold series of protests and call for participation in a "National Day of Action" on Tuesday.
Hasidic rebbe suffers stroke, collapses during prayers
Kretchnif Siget Rebbe collapses during prayers in Jerusalem, is evacuated to hospital in serious condition.
California:
California: Parents of missing infant arrested on suspicions of murder
Rebecca Renee Haro, 41, and Jake Mitchell Haro, 32, parents of missing 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro, arrested approximately one week after their son went mysteriously missing.
