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US envoy:

US envoy: Israeli strikes in Syria risked escalation with Turkey

US envoy Tom Barrack says Israeli strikes in Syria highlight the need for Israel, Syria and Turkey to establish a mechanism to prevent escalation.

US envoy: Israeli strikes in Syria risked escalation with Turkey

Until further notice

UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice

The UAE suspends all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran, citing regional escalations that threaten peace and security.

UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice

'We will not tolerate threats'

Israel confirms Syria airstrikes, warns against Turkish deployment

Netanyahu’s office confirms strikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase and warns Damascus over Turkish troop deployment, saying Israel will not tolerate threats.

Israel confirms Syria airstrikes, warns against Turkish deployment

The encounter with a wounded soldier that moved Netanyahu

During a visit to Ariel University, Netanyahu met Amit, who was wounded by sniper fire in Gaza: “A moment that moved me deeply."

The encounter with a wounded soldier that moved Netanyahu

After the Likud primaries: Two polls put Netanyahu in first place by a wide margin

Two polls published after the primaries place the Likud in first place with 31-32 seats, and Eisenkot’s party in second place with 24.

After the Likud primaries: Two polls put Netanyahu in first place by a wide margin

Har Hevron surprises with a record 80% voter turnout in Likud primaries

The number of Likud members in Har Hevron surged from around 150 to approximately 600, with 80% of them voting in the primaries. Erez Tadmor received the highest support.

Har Hevron surprises with a record 80% voter turnout in Likud primaries

After 44 years:

After 44 years: Remains of missing IDF soldier Yehuda Katz brought to Israel

IDF, Military Intelligence and Mossad return remains of Staff Sgt. Yehuda Katz, who fell in the 1982 Battle of Sultan Yacoub and was missing for 44 years. His family was notified following his identification, completing the return of all missing soldiers from that battle.

After 44 years: Remains of missing IDF soldier Yehuda Katz brought to Israel

Planned attack at Forum Club:

Planned attack at the Forum Club: 'I wanted to blow up the people dancing there'

Abdullah Gargawi, with ties to ISIS, planned an attack at Beersheba’s Forum Club, 'I wanted to blow up the people dancing there - Jews or Arabs.'

Planned attack at the Forum Club: 'I wanted to blow up the people dancing there'

Colombia

Colombia: Israeli aid delegation has rescued 17 people after earthquake

Following the Colombian government’s declaration, operations are transitioning to the recovery phase.

Colombia: Israeli aid delegation has rescued 17 people after earthquake

Suspected cyber attack on dozens of Israeli companies

Ashkelon resident arrested for alleged cyber attacks on dozens of Israeli companies.

Suspected cyber attack on dozens of Israeli companies

Syria admits to possessing nuclear material

Syrian Foreign Minister announces that the IAEA will receive access to a site in Deir ez-Zor after more than 18 years, effectively confirming the presence of nuclear material in the country.

Syria admits to possessing nuclear material

IVF error:

IVF error: What is the child's status according to Jewish law?

After suspicions arose that a baby born following fertility treatments is the genetic son of another man, the Puah Institute details the halachic possibilities and emphasizes the importance of supervision throughout the process.

IVF error: What is the child's status according to Jewish law?

Trump

Trump: 'There are no talks with Iran now.

US President says no negotiations are scheduled as the 60-day ceasefire agreement nears its end.

Trump: 'There are no talks with Iran now.

Amar’e Stoudemire inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

The NBA legend, who became an Israeli citizen and converted to Judaism, reflects on his years playing in Israel and the deeper purpose behind his journey.

Amar’e Stoudemire inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

Stabbed, stole, confirmed death:

Harsh sentence for terrorist who tried to murder elderly woman in Jerusalem

Jerusalem court sentences Nabil Shaabani to prison and compensation for attempted nationalistically motivated murder and theft.

Harsh sentence for terrorist who tried to murder elderly woman in Jerusalem

Suspect detained for praising the October 7th massacre

Security forces raided a Hebron home after midnight and arrested a 37-year-old woman accused of severe incitement, supporting terrorism and glorifying terrorists in social media posts.

Suspect detained for praising the October 7th massacre

Footage from Jerusalem:

Footage from Jerusalem: Masked teens caught with Molotov cocktails

Police arrested two masked teens from Pisgat Ze'ev after finding two suspected Molotov cocktails in a bag they allegedly discarded in Arnona.

Footage from Jerusalem: Masked teens caught with Molotov cocktails

Behind Trump's threats against Oman

Trump threatened Oman amid concerns over its Iran ties as Washington seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Behind Trump's threats against Oman

FBI report:

FBI report: Jews account for 64% of US religion-based hate crimes

FBI data shows Jews remained the most targeted religious group in US hate crimes in 2025, accounting for 64% of religion-based incidents.

FBI report: Jews account for 64% of US religion-based hate crimes

Complaint alleges brutal Border Police violence and theft

A new complaint accuses Border Police officers of assaulting a minor, using gas at protesters, and allegedly taking a credit card during the evacuation of the Tel Talpiyot outpost.

Complaint alleges brutal Border Police violence and theft

NIS 26.6 million

Bank Leumi files lawsuit against Meta over fake bank scams

Bank Leumi sues Meta for NIS 26.6 million, alleging Facebook and Instagram allowed fraudulent ads impersonating the bank and targeting customers.

Bank Leumi files lawsuit against Meta over fake bank scams

Police foil alleged ISIS attack plot targeting Be’er Sheva nightclub

A 20-year-old Negev resident is indicted for allegedly planning an ISIS-inspired attack on a Be’er Sheva nightclub and seeking to join the terror group in Syria.

Police foil alleged ISIS attack plot targeting Be’er Sheva nightclub

IDF kills Islamic Jihad commander involved in Oct. 7 abduction

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad commander Tareq Anwar Khamis Ra'i, who infiltrated Kibbutz Be'eri on October 7 and took part in abducting an Israeli civilian.

IDF kills Islamic Jihad commander involved in Oct. 7 abduction

Israel Dog Unit joins forces with Prison Service dog handlers

The Israel Dog Unit and Israel Prison Service are deepening cooperation, sharing expertise in working dogs, missing-person searches, and lifesaving operations during a professional meeting.

Israel Dog Unit joins forces with Prison Service dog handlers

Passengers trapped on hot plane for 2 hours

A summer flight to Crete turned into a nightmare as passengers, including young children, were left waiting inside a Bluebird aircraft without air conditioning for nearly two hours.

Passengers trapped on hot plane for 2 hours

Six Thai workers injured by unexploded ordnance near Metula

A long-forgotten danger erupted in orchards near Metula when unexploded ordnance detonated, seriously injuring two Thai workers and sending six people to the hospital.

Six Thai workers injured by unexploded ordnance near Metula

Did Israel quietly withdraw in Gaza at Trump’s request?

Israel has reportedly withdrawn from Gaza’s Orange Line to the original Yellow Line amid US pressure, reducing its control of the enclave from over 60% to only 53%.

Did Israel quietly withdraw in Gaza at Trump’s request?

''Our Heart Is Shattered':

''Our Heart Is Shattered': Family struggles to cope with murder of 7-year-old

Hillel Mordechai Dadon’s family is struggling to comprehend his death, as relatives describe unbearable grief following the fatal Beit Shemesh stabbing.

''Our Heart Is Shattered':  Family struggles to cope with murder of 7-year-old

7 Flights, 11 Days in Israel, or $18,000 Cash, One Ticket

For the 31st year, one Chicago high school's raffle sends a family to Yerushalayim for Sukkos; drawing September 3rd.

7 Flights, 11 Days in Israel, or $18,000 Cash, One Ticket

Lebanese President:

Lebanese President calls for extending UNIFIL mandate in southern Lebanon

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun urges extending UNIFIL's mandate, while saying Lebanon will not retreat from its framework agreement with Israel.

Lebanese President calls for extending UNIFIL mandate in southern Lebanon

Fake Trump aide

UK PM Andy Burnham targeted in security breach involving fake Trump aide

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged text messages with an imposter claiming to be White House chief of staff Susie Wiles before suspecting a fraud.

UK PM Andy Burnham targeted in security breach involving fake Trump aide

Florida:

Bipartisan leaders condemn Florida candidate’s antisemitic attacks

Congressional leaders from both parties condemn Dan Bilzerian's antisemitic attacks against Jewish Rep. Randy Fine as primary contests heat up across Florida.

Bipartisan leaders condemn Florida candidate’s antisemitic attacks

Trump claims Kim Jong Un responded to his overtures

President Donald Trump claims North Korea's leader responded to his overtures after ordering a scale-back of joint US military exercises with South Korea.

Trump claims Kim Jong Un responded to his overtures

New Likud battle

The new Likud battle: After the 'New Likudniks,' haredi members are next

Associates of the Prime Minister plan to screen and disqualify haredi party members who do not support Likud once the primary election process concludes.

The new Likud battle: After the 'New Likudniks,' haredi members are next

Watch

Fried, Rabbi Smotrich, and the minister lead thousands in joyous dancing | Watch

Rabbi Yerucham Smotrich and his son, Minister Bezalel Smotrich, dance alongside Avraham Fried at the International Convention Center in Jerusalem.

Fried, Rabbi Smotrich, and the minister lead thousands in joyous dancing | Watch

Footage from Qabatiya

Footage from Qabatiya | Duvdevan Unit thwarts terror attacks, arrests wanted suspects

In a targeted operation, IDF searches roughly 100 structures and detains suspects. Simultaneously, elite Duvdevan unit apprehends two wanted individuals suspected of planning and executing terror attacks.

Footage from Qabatiya | Duvdevan Unit thwarts terror attacks, arrests wanted suspects

Kushner:

Kushner: Hamas has 60-90 days to hand over weapons

President Trump's envoy and son-in-law says concerns raised by Netanyahu during four-hour meeting were addressed, stresses Israel will retain right to defend itself.

Kushner: Hamas has 60-90 days to hand over weapons

ZOA President

ZOA President: Spielberg Foundation funding of anti-Israel groups 'despicable, shameful'

Morton Klein condemns grants from Steven Spielberg's Righteous Persons Foundation to progressive Jewish organizations critical of Israel, saying profits from Schindler's List are being used to support groups that endanger Jews.

ZOA President: Spielberg Foundation funding of anti-Israel groups 'despicable, shameful'

The new directive IDF troops in Gaza received

Following meetings between the Prime Minister and Trump administration envoys, troops in the Gaza Strip have officially been prohibited from continuing to expand the area under Israeli control.

The new directive IDF troops in Gaza received

Mission enters third day:

Israeli teams search collapsed building as mission to Colombia enters third day

Israeli rescuers are working alongside Colombian teams at a six-story building collapse site in Cali, while engineers assess wider structural damage following a powerful earthquake.

Israeli teams search collapsed building as mission to Colombia enters third day