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Iranian entities hack Fmr. Minister Shaked's phone

Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked's phone was hacked by Iranian actors after she clicked a suspicious link, prompting renewed Shin Bet warnings to public officials.

Ex-military intelligence head

Ex-military intelligence head: 'Where was the Shin Bet on October 7?'

Former Military Intelligence Directorate Director General Aharon Haliva says the Shin Bet was absent on the night before the October 7 massacre as IDF intelligence officials dismissed the possibility of an attack.

Ben-Gvir confronts Barghouti:

Ben-Gvir confronts Barghouti: 'Whoever murders our children, we will obliterate them'

National Security Minister Ben-Gvir visited Gannot Prison, where he confronted arch-terrorist Marwan Barghouti, declaring that Israel will not be defeated by murderers.

Hostage's brother furious at UEFA’s double standard

Just one day after UEFA displayed a massive anti-Israel banner in Italy, the family of hostage Rom Braslavski was barred from holding signs calling for his return at a match in Bucharest.

Ishay Ribo makes history

Ishay Ribo makes history: Turing Woodstock into a celebration of Jewish music

Ishay Ribo’s ‘Yamim Ba’im’ drew over 14,000 to Bethel Woods, marking the largest Jewish music event of the year and a milestone for Jewish culture on a legendary stage.

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'Only our principles for concluding the war will bring security'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu once again presented the five conditions set by the cabinet for ending the war.

keeps Israel secure

US backs E1 housing plan linking Jerusalem and Maalehmaa Adumim

In a reversal of past US policy, the State Department backed the E1 project connecting Maale Adumim to Jerusalem, calling it essential to Israel’s stability and regional peace.

COGAT:

COGAT: UNRWA not aware of true Gaza humanitarian situation due to Hamas ties

Israeli defense body says UNRWA misrepresents facts on Gaza heat, water access, and is sidelined due to its links with Hamas.

Zamir to Katz

Chief of Staff meets Defense Minister: 'Trust and cohesion are key to victory'

The Chief of Staff and the Defense Minister met for the first time since the widely reported tensions over a series of military appointments that the minister had yet to approve. 'Victory on the battlefield does not depend solely on military strength.'

'Be the President of Peace'

Captivity survivors, murdered hostages' wife appeal to Trump: 'Be the President of Peace'

Captivity survivors and wife of murdered hostage appeal to President Trump, warning expanded military activity endangers hostages and urging comprehensive deal for their release.

Autopsy finds

Autopsy finds: Itzik Elgarat was tortured to death in Hamas captivity

Danny Elgarat revealed his brother Itzik suffered fatal injuries under Hamas captivity, showing signs of torture including broken ribs and toes during interrogation.

UN: Syrian civilians targeted in sectarian massacres

UN investigators detail brutal sectarian violence and urge sweeping reforms amid growing calls for accountability, protection, and justice for Syrian civilians.

Tragedy in Negev

Tragedy in Negev: 4-year-old girl dies after being left in hot car

A four-year-old girl was brought to a clinic in Arara in the Negev after being left for an extended period in a closed vehicle. Magen David Adom (MDA) teams were forced to pronounce her death.

Sa'ar to Newsmax:

Sa'ar to Newsmax: Two-state solution a 'suicidal' illusion for Israel

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says past land concessions led to terror bases, warns a future Palestinian state would dangerously undermine Israeli security.

Netanyahu to haredi officers:

Netanyahu to haredi officers: 'No contradiction between Torah and military service'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Minister Ben-Gvir visited the haredi Avnet Company of the Border Police, praising their enlistment as a vital union of faith and defense.

Unity on the Temple Mount: New body to lead Jewish ascents

Following a significant increase in the number of visitors ascending the Temple Mount, the organizations operating at the site have decided to unite under a joint steering committee to represent the needs of Jewish visitors.

Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres: 'Antisemitism in US has metastasized into a crisis'

New York Congressman reacts to FBI figures showing Jews are the target of 70% of all religion-based hate crimes despite only making up 2% of the US population.

Heat wave:

Heat wave: IDF distributes hundreds of air conditioning kits to soldiers

Amid soaring temperatures, the IDF is reducing training and reinforcing bases with cooling systems, electricians, and rapid-response teams to protect soldiers' health.

"It was terribly frightening"

"It was terribly frightening" | Gal Gadot gives special interview - to special interviewer

In a rare and deeply emotional appearance, Israeli actress and international superstar Gal Gadot has granted an exclusive interview to Special Interview, where celebrities are questioned by a panel of interviewers on the autism spectrum.

'No connection to hostages'

Mossad chief holds secret talks in Qatar - 'No connection to hostages'

Mossad Director David Barnea reportedly met Qatari Prime Minister Al Thani in Doha to advance negotiations for hostage deal; Mossad claims meeting unrelated to hostages.

Mike Huckabee recognized with Morris Katz Legacy Award

The Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations presented US Ambassador Mike Huckabee with an award featuring portraits of US presidents by Holocaust survivor Morris Katz.

Arabs attack Jerusalem city council member

Jerusalem city council member Yosef Chaim Moalem was attacked by three Arabs while trying to protect another citizen who had been assaulted on Route 1 near Latrun.

Heatwave:

Female soldiers faint, IDF evacuates base

Several female soldiers in observer training fainted overnight; IDF evacuates base.

Petition calls to cancel Bar Association decision on strike

Attorney Eran Ben Ari filed an urgent petition to cancel the Israel Bar Association's decision to encourage employees not to come to work on Sunday.

Following Yemeni missile launch:

Following Yemeni missile launch: Interceptor fragment found on train tracks

Israel Railways closes, then reopens, train track to traffic after interceptor missile fragment found on tracks.

Report: Around 100,000 emergency call-up orders on the table

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir’s initial framework for major Gaza operation calls for 80,000-100,000 reservists; army says a call-up is certain, with timing and scope still under review.

Confirmed by Satellite Imagery:

Confirmed by Satellite Imagery: Sunny Nehra’s Viral Kirana Hills Thread Proven Correct

While experts worldwide waited for the latest satellite pictures, Sunny Nehra had already pinpointed the Kirana Hills blast’s location precisely back in May, using only raw explosion visuals just as he had with the Balakot Airstrike

Two weeks before school starts, teacher org. threatens strike

Teachers Organization declares labor dispute, accusing Education Ministry of unilaterally changing work conditions, cutting pay, and refusing collective bargaining.

Police raid Rabbi Dov Lior's home, two grandchildren arrested

On Thursday morning, police arrested two grandsons of Rabbi Dov Lior at his home in Jerusalem—one of them reportedly around 12 years old.

Details of Egyptian ceasefire proposal revealed

A Hamas delegation is currently in Egypt for negotiations; Palestinian Authority leader to arrive early next week.

Official:

Official: Hamas on UN 'blacklist' for committing sex crimes in violent conflicts

UN Secretary-General’s report detailing the 'blacklist' of organizations that commit sexual crimes in violent conflicts to include Hamas terror organization for the first time.

Revealed:

Revealed: Some aid truck drivers are Hamas, Islamic Jihad terrorists

Several Gaza aid truck drivers arrested after Israeli security forces uncovered links to terror groups, some suspected of ties to the October 7 abductions.

Tragedy in Florida:

Tragedy in Florida: Father jumps into water to save daughters after deadly crash

13-year-old Rochel Aliza Nisanov was killed when her jet ski collided with a dock. Her 16-year-old sister Aviva Bracha was critically injured.

Israel returns fire: Aid groups are at fault for the delay

Israel rejects claims that it is blocking aid to Gaza, says delays occur only when organizations refuse security checks. 'Nearly 300 aid trucks enter daily via compliant groups.'

TIFF CEO:

TIFF CEO: 'Claims of censorship are unequivocally false'

The CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival released a statement regarding the choice to ban an Israeli documentary about the October 7th massacre.

Knife-wielding suspect arrested

Stabbing attack thwarted at Qalandiya checkpoint: Gazan draws knife and is arrested

Security forces thwart an attempted stabbing attack at the Qalandiya checkpoint: The suspect, a Gaza resident, attempts to attack with a knife but is arrested.

After arms embargo

German defense giant considers US move after Berlin halts arms to Israel

CEO of German defense firm Renk says the company may relocate production for Israeli contracts to the US following Chancellor Merz's suspension of arms deliveries to Israel.

Missile from Yemen intercepted, no sirens sounded

IDF identifies launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory. The missile is intercepted successfully, no sirens sounded. Residents of central Israel report explosions due to the interception.

'A mirage'

'A mirage': Iran's president rejects Netanyahu's offer to solve water crisis

Iranian President Pezeshkian rejects Prime Minister Netanyahu's offer to help solve Iran’s water crisis, calling it a "mirage."

Senator Graham: Israel is not the bad guy

In a speech in South Carolina, Sen. Lindsey Graham fiercely defends Israel, slams Hamas, and warns Republicans against wavering support: “If America pulls the plug on Israel, God will pull the plug on us.”