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Senior Rabbi rules against popular practice of eating cholent on Thursday nights

Rabbi Yitzchok Zilberstein rules that eating cholent on Thursday night diminishes its Shabbat sanctity, warns it lacks blessing, and may pose health risks when consumed midweek.

Senior Rabbi rules against popular practice of eating cholent on Thursday nights

Friday night rescue in Jerusalem

The Israel Dog Unit (IDU), a nonprofit organization specializing in working dogs for search and rescue, successfully located a missing woman at risk after an all-night search operation last Friday night in Jerusalem.

Friday night rescue in Jerusalem

Brother of Fallen Druze Officer:

Brother of Druze Officer: 'If we do not retake Joseph's Tomb, his death was in vain'

Thousands of Israeli worshippers visited Yosef's Tomb last night, including Mahdi, the older brother of fallen Druze Border Police officer Madhat Youssef, who called for Israel to retake the holy site.

Brother of Druze Officer: 'If we do not retake Joseph's Tomb, his death was in vain'

Jerusalem mourns

Jerusalem mourns | Three consecutive funerals to be held in the capital

Three of the five soldiers killed in the Beit Hanoun disaster were residents of Jerusalem. Mayor Lion: 'Our children who grew up in the city's streets have become brave warriors.'

Jerusalem mourns | Three consecutive funerals to be held in the capital

After over 12 hours

Ship in Red Sea under continuous attack

For 2nd time in 2 days, a merchant vessel was attacked by Houthi terrorists in small vessels using RPGs near Hodeidah.

Ship in Red Sea under continuous attack

Ben-Gvir demands explanation for police strip searches

The Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, announced a meeting with senior police officials following complaints about stripping detainees arrested at protests.

Ben-Gvir demands explanation for police strip searches

Terrible night, but we won't break

Wounded Netzah Yehuda soldier: 'It was a terrible night, but we won't break'

Yedidya Boskovitz, who was lightly wounded in the incident that claimed the lives of five of his peers, looks back at the incident, but proclaims: 'We will keep going with full force in our fight against evil.'

Wounded Netzah Yehuda soldier: 'It was a terrible night, but we won't break'

IDF warns of increasing daring among Hamas ranks

Israeli soldiers have noticed changes in Hamas' strategies, including approaching Israeli forces, ambushes, and offensive initiatives.

IDF warns of increasing daring among Hamas ranks

Moody's maintains Israel's credit rating

Agency maintains Israel's Baa1 rating, citing fiscal strain from conflict, but notes strong funding capacity and economic resilience.

Moody's maintains Israel's credit rating

'No one more deserving'

Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Prime Minister Netanyahu presented President Trump with the letter of nomination that cites the President's 'steadfast and exceptional dedication to promoting peace, security, and stability around the world.'

Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

Lifting of restrictions:

Lifting of safety restrictions: European airlines to return to Ben Gurion Airport

Following months of suspension due to the conflict with Iran and a missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport, the European aviation authority has lifted its advisory against flying to Israel - paving the way for the return of flights.

Lifting of safety restrictions: European airlines to return to Ben Gurion Airport

Report:

Report: Tehran acquires Chinese SAMs post-truce with Israel

Iran is reportedly receiving Chinese surface-to-air missiles to rebuild air defenses after its recent conflict with Israel. Deliveries began post-truce, with Iran paying via oil shipments to China, its largest crude importer.

Report: Tehran acquires Chinese SAMs post-truce with Israel

Major shift:

Major shift: US revokes terror designation from Syria’s HTS

Trump administration revokes Hayat Tahrir al-Sham's terror designation, following the decision to lift Syria sanctions in order to aid its reconstruction after HTS ousted Assad.

Major shift: US revokes terror designation from Syria’s HTS

Tragedy during trek:

Tragedy during trek: Israeli father and son killed in Austria

An Israeli father and son killed during a mountain trek in Austria after the father slipped and the son tried to save him. Another son who was with them was unharmed.

Tragedy during trek: Israeli father and son killed in Austria

Watch

Watch: 1st footage of IDF airstrikes in Yemen yesterday

IDF releases footage of airstrike on the GALAXY LEADER merchant vessel, which was seized by the Houthis and converted into a radar station.

Watch: 1st footage of IDF airstrikes in Yemen yesterday

Hamas official

Hamas official: Optimistic about talks, ceasefire possible this week

Officials from the Hamas terrorist organization say the US and Israel are taking the current ceasefire talks more seriously than before.

Hamas official: Optimistic about talks, ceasefire possible this week

Former Ambassador:

Former Ambassador: 'America doesn't want a weak Israel'

Former ambassador Yoram Ettinger spoke with Arutz Sheva ahead of Prime Minister Netanyahu's meeting with President Trump, emphasizing the importance of a strong and independent Israel for the USA.

Former Ambassador: 'America doesn't want a weak Israel'

Defense Minister

Defense Minister: Behind the scenes of the strikes on Iran

Minister Israel Katz reveals new details on Operation "Hila" and the preparations for the strikes on Iran, including coordination with the US and a companion Operation: "Tornado."

Defense Minister: Behind the scenes of the strikes on Iran

Iranian President:

Iranian President: 'Israel tried to assassinate me'

Masoud Pezeshkian says he is not afraid to become a martyr and says the US was not involved in the alleged assassination plot in interview with far-right podcaster.

Iranian President: 'Israel tried to assassinate me'

Haredi parties boycott votes, coalition withdraws all legislation

Following the announcement from the haredi parties that they would boycott the Knesset votes until the Draft Law is presented, the coalition withdrew all the laws that were on the agenda.

Haredi parties boycott votes, coalition withdraws all legislation

Terrorist arms & drug dealer in Samaria eliminated

IDF soldiers operated under the direction of the ISA to apprehend a terrorist in Salem who was a central arms dealer involved in multiple weapons and drug deals.

Terrorist arms & drug dealer in Samaria eliminated

Report:

Report: Gaza aid proposal envisions voluntary transit camps

GHF presents $2 billion voluntary camp proposal aimed at aiding civilians, curbing Hamas control, and laying groundwork for long-term reconstruction in Gaza.

Report: Gaza aid proposal envisions voluntary transit camps

David Draiman booed during Ozzy Osbourne tour finale

Disturbed frontman booed by part of crowd in incident believed to stem from his pro-Israel activism following the October 7 massacre.

David Draiman booed during Ozzy Osbourne tour finale

Smotrich warns: Humanitarian aid to Gaza is crazy

Finance Minister vows to block aid to Gaza, warns concessions to Hamas threaten Israel’s security and prolong the war.

Smotrich warns: Humanitarian aid to Gaza is crazy

The sad end of Daniel the reservist

Daniel Edri lost two friends in the Supernova massacre and later served on the front lines in Gaza and Lebanon. This weekend, he took his own life.

The sad end of Daniel the reservist

Liberman: Soldiers fell on the altar of coalition's preservation

MK Avigdor Liberman accuses government of blocking deal to release all hostages, drawing sharp criticism from bereaved families, leaders across the political spectrum.

Liberman: Soldiers fell on the altar of coalition's preservation

Shin Bet foils attempt to recruit Israeli for Iranian intelligence

Tel Aviv resident, 27, arrested for allegedly carrying out sensitive missions for Iranian intelligence, including documenting public officials' homes and military bases.

Shin Bet foils attempt to recruit Israeli for Iranian intelligence

Gaza:

IDF destroys fighting positions, observation posts threatening forces

IDF forces eliminate terrorists, destroy terror infrastructure across Gaza, including in Beit Hanoun and Gaza City.

IDF destroys fighting positions, observation posts threatening forces

22 children killed in pedestrian accidents in 2024, highest toll in a decade

'Number of children killed in pedestrian accidents highest in past decade, summer vacation is a particularly dangerous period,' says Or Yarok Director-General, Adv. Yaniv Yaakov.

22 children killed in pedestrian accidents in 2024, highest toll in a decade

Smotrich reveals:

Smotrich reveals: After October 7 massacre, I wanted to resign

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich shares initial decision to resign after the October 7 massacre, says his father encouraged him to stay and help manage the war.

Smotrich reveals: After October 7 massacre, I wanted to resign

The luxury of being part of an embracing community

In the rolling hills near Jerusalem, where nature’s peace meets urban convenience, 12 Stones offers a rare residential opportunity - a community where belonging, beauty, and balance define a new way of living

The luxury of being part of an embracing community

Israel Allies Foundation establishes six new caucuses across Africa

Israel Allies Foundation announced launch of six new Israel Allies Caucuses in Africa, strengthening ties between Israel and the continent in diplomacy, faith, and mutual support following war with Iran.

Israel Allies Foundation establishes six new caucuses across Africa

Unnecessary indictment:

Military court begins trial of soldiers over Sde Teiman incident

'While Israel is negotiating the release of terrorists with blood on their hands, it is prosecuting the soldiers who protected them,' say Honenu attorneys representing two of the soldiers.

Military court begins trial of soldiers over Sde Teiman incident

Yoni Netanyahu honored for heroic role in Entebbe rescue operation

Yoni Netanyahu honored in Porto ceremony as champion who changed world’s response to terrorism.

Yoni Netanyahu honored for heroic role in Entebbe rescue operation

President Herzog meets delegation of Muslim leaders from across Europe

President Herzog: 'You represent the silent majority in the Middle East...bring back a message of peace.' Imam Chalghoumi: 'You stand for brotherhood, humanity, and values of democracy.'

President Herzog meets delegation of Muslim leaders from across Europe

Haredi parties to boycott vote for new minister?

Haredi MKs warn of escalating boycott if no progress made on Draft Law, though questions arise regarding vote to approve MK Israel Eichler’s appointment as minister.

Haredi parties to boycott vote for new minister?

Arab source: Agreement with Hamas 'a matter of days'

Palestinian Arab source involved in ceasefire-prisoner swap negotiations predicts agreement between Israel and Hamas could be signed soon, due to direct involvement from US President Donald Trump.

Arab source: Agreement with Hamas 'a matter of days'

Bereaved father to PM:

Father of fallen IDF officer urges Netanyahu: 'Bring all hostages home'

Ahead of PM's meeting with President Trump, Danny Steinberg, father of Lt. Col. Yehonatan Steinberg, calls on Netanyahu to fulfill his promise to eliminate Hamas and bring all hostages home.

Father of fallen IDF officer urges Netanyahu: 'Bring all hostages home'

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in southern Syria

Watch footage from special operation in southern Syria: IDF arrests cell operated by Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in southern Syria

Head of Israeli-backed militia:

Head of Israeli-backed militia: Yasser Abu Shabab: 'Hamas despicable subhumans'

'Does someone who kidnaps and murders children like the Bibas family really have any right to judge others? These are despicable, lowly subhumans whose end is near,' says head of Israeli-backed militia, Yasser Abu Shabab.

Head of Israeli-backed militia: Yasser Abu Shabab: 'Hamas despicable subhumans'