Prominent Jewish education website hit by cyber attack
The DDoS Attack immobilized the Aish Jewish educational website for a few minutes before security systems got it back online. No data or information was lost.
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IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Member of Iran's Quds Force eliminated in Lebanon
Khalil al-Maqdah and brother Mounir collaborated on behalf of the IRGC, are involved in the direction of terror attacks as well as the smuggling of weapons and funds designated for terrorist activities into Judea and Samaria, IDF report says.
Report:
Report: IDF reservists will leave service if donations are forbidden
Soldiers using donated gear have been ordered to turn in anything that did not come from the IDF - but some would rather not risk themselves on the battlefield wearing 'official' equipment.
Report: Tanker attacked off the coast of Yemen
Greek-flagged vessel no longer under control following attack off the coast of Yemen in the Red Sea; no casualties reported.
Defense Ministry signs $23m deal for tank, APC components
Israel Ministry of Defense signs over $23 million deal with Ashot Ashkelon for Merkava tank and Namer APC components.
IDF soldier arrested after stolen equipment was found in his home
An IDF soldier from the Binyamin area was arrested after a large amount of ammo and military equipment, suspected to be stolen from a military base in the Gaza Strip, was found in his home
Mother of hostage:
Mother of hostage: 'Children of senior officials in exchange for hostages'
Ditza Or, the mother of hostage Avinatan Or, offered Sinwar the children of the five senior officials in exchange for the 109 hostages.
Bereaved father:
Bereaved father: Prisoner swap deal 'bitter death sentence for many Jews'
Eliyahu Libman, whose son was murdered on October 7, warns that a 'deal will be the State of Israel's official encouragement of more kidnappings.'
Pro-Palestinian protesters burn USA flag outside DNC
The Israeli Consulate expressed disappointment in the mayor's reaction, claiming that she had supported the incident.
US officials: 'Prisoner swap' deal 'on brink of collapse'
US officials concerned that if talks for what they call a 'prisoner swap' deal with Hamas fail, Iran may attempt direct strike on Israel, escalating tensions throughout the Middle East.
Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq:
Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq: We will resume targeting US forces
Iranian-backed militias in Iraq announce they are ending the truce that was meant to give the Iraqi government time to negotiate the withdrawal of US troops from the country.
Deep in Lebanese territory:
IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons storage facilities deep in Lebanese territory
IAF fighter jets strike Hezbollah weapons storage facilities and a compound that was used by Hezbollah's Aerial Defense system. The local Ministry of Health reports one dead and 16 injured.
Columbia University:
Most students suspended over anti-Israel protests at Columbia University will return
Most students at Columbia University who faced disciplinary action for participating in pro-Palestinian Arab are expected to return to campus soon.
'I love you'
Shaq sends video tribute to child survivors of October 7: I love you
Former NBA superstar sends heartfelt video message to child survivors of Hamas’ October 7 attacks who are being hosted at a camp in Toronto, and adds a few Hebrew words too.
'Honored to be your nominee'
Harris symbolically accepts presidential nomination: Honored to be your nominees
US Vice President symbolically accepts Democratic party’s presidential nomination in a video appearance from Wisconsin.
Chicago:
Anti-Israel protesters demonstrate outside Israeli Consulate in Chicago
Anti-Israel protesters gather in front of the Israeli Consulate in downtown Chicago. Three arrested after clashing with police.
'Work accident':
'Work accident': Explosive device goes off on terrorists in Jordan Valley
Palestinian Arabs report several terrorists injured after explosive device goes off as they tried to plant it in the town of Tammun.
Report:
Report: New US nuclear strategy focuses on Chinese threat
New York Times reports that Biden quietly approved a highly classified strategic nuclear plan for the US focusing more closely on China's rapid nuclear expansion.
At Givat Asaf Junction
At Givat Asaf Junction: Palestinian Arab vehicle flees, soldiers open fire
IDF soldiers open fire on a suspicious vehicle which fled an inspection near the Givat Asaf Junction in Benjamin.
Blinken:
Blinken: US won't accept a long-term occupation of Gaza
US Secretary of State speaks in Doha, says the Gaza ceasefire deal needs to get done in the coming days and the US, Egypt and Qatar will do everything possible to get Hamas on board.
Watch:
Watch: UN exhibit on global terror has nothing on terrorism against Israelis
Outgoing Israeli Amb. to the UN Gilad Erdan walks through UN exhibit on international terrorism, notes how the exhibit does not acknowledge the existence of terrorism committed against Israelis.
Father of murdered hostage Itay Chen meets Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Ruby Chen, father of murdered hostage Itay Chen, whose body is being held in Gaza, meets Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, at a meeting of the NY delegation.
Watch:
Watch: Two UAVs over northern Israel
Shai Sitbon, from Kfar Szold, films two UAVs that infiltrated Israel from Lebanon. IDF claims, 'there were several launches, some were intercepted and others fell in the Golan Heights area.'
Lieutenant Shahar Ben Nun laid to rest
Lieutenant Shahar Ben Nun, of the Paratroopers Patrol, who was killed in southern Gaza, is laid to rest. 'It is hard to imagine the pain we are feeling today,' says his father.
Keir Starmer sends condolences over deaths of 6 hostages
British PM speaks with Netanyahu following recovery of the bodies of 6 hostages from Gaza overnight, welcomes Israeli support for US ceasefire proposal.
Chief of Staff:
Chief of Staff: 'We're determined to bring back all of the murdered hostages for burial'
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi tours Gaza, addresses recovery of the bodies of six hostages overnight.
Senior official:
Senior official: 'Leaks harm negotiations for hostage deal'
A senior official calls on those leaking information from government meetings to express their positions publicly: 'I tell them - tell the public what you think. don't hide.'
Delta won't resume Israel flights until October at the earliest
Delta Airlines announces that its suspension of all Israel flights in light of Iran's threats will last at least another month after previously saying flights would be suspended through end of August.
Haaretz refuses to post ad against Tel Aviv Municipality, which forbids public prayers
Chotam contacts Haaretz daily, requesting to publish an ad under the title 'Enough with antisemitism in Tel Aviv.' The newspaper refused.
Munich Jewish community donates new bulletproof ambulance to MDA
This month, a ceremony was held to inaugurate a new bulletproof ambulance donated by the Jewish community of Munich to Magen David Adom (MDA).
Police seize RPG from Netanya
The police also found other weapons and ammunition believed to have been taken from Hamas in Gaza.
New footage released from recovery of bodies of 6 hostages
Overnight, the bodies of hostages Nadav Popplewell, Yagev Buchshtab, Avraham Munder, Yoram Metzger, Haim Perry and Alexander Dancyg, were rescued and returned to the State of Israel.
Security forces confirm:
Security forces confirm: Claymore mines have reached Judea and Samaria
The mines are well-known for their use in the American military and represent a technological advancement over the improvised devices currently encountered in the hands of terrorists in Judea and Samaria.
Fmr. Communication Minister:
Former Communication Minister: After 70 years of conflict, we need a positive alternative
Former Communication Minister Ayoub Kara lays out his plan to make controversial subjects such as Jerusalem and Gaza no longer synonymous with negativity for the Middle East.
NY mosque apologizes after imam calls on Allah to 'destroy the Zionist Jews'
Islamic Center of Rockland County apologizes after video emerges of guest imam's sermon supporting Hamas and calling for death of Jews sparks controversy.
Barrage of 20 rockets fired from Lebanon
Multiple fires ignited in latest barrage on northern Israel from Lebanon. No injuries reported.
Hezbollah publishes footage of strike on IDF facility
Hezbollah publishes new footage, claims to have hit an IDF facility on the Israel-Lebanon border.
Dr. Ron Schleifer:
Dr. Ron Schleifer: 'Israel must fight back against psychological warfare'
Dr. Ron Schleifer, author of multiple books on psychological warfare, explains how the public can avoid falling into Iranian propaganda traps.
Scottish government suspends meetings with Israeli ambassadors
Scottish External Affairs Secretary Angus Robertson tells Israeli Dep. Ambassador that his government will not accept invitations from Israeli officials until 'real progress' is made on a ceasefire deal with the Hamas terror group.
Hostage recovery:
Hostage recovery: 'We all grieve together, we will do whatever it takes'
Israeli officials responded to the news that several hostages' remains had been recovered from Gaza by security forces.
