Israel National News

Poll:

60% of Israelis support unity government, 74% oppose coalition relying on Arab parties

Only 34% of the public prefer another round of elections, while 74% oppose a minority government led by Gadi Eisenkot and relying on Arab parties.

Chabad:

Record number of Chabad emissaries in Israel ahead of global gathering

Ahead of the 39th International Conference of Chabad Emissaries in New York, new figures reveal 68 new emissary couples and 40 new Chabad Houses opened across Israel since last year's gathering.

Report

Report: Shin Bet chief seeks to question four Arab MKs

Shin Bet Director David Zini is seeking to question Ahmad Tibi, Mansour Abbas, Sami Abu Shehadeh, and another Knesset member under caution. The Attorney General is demanding evidence before approving the move.

Fears of Iranian chemical weapons: Israel's warning to Washington

Israel has reportedly shared intelligence with the United States suggesting that Iran intends to use chemical weapons against its adversaries.

'I couldn’t just sit and do nothing':

'I couldn’t just sit and do nothing': Boy George joins Nova survivors at massacre site

The British music icon meets survivors and bereaved families ahead of two Tel Aviv concerts, including a performance dedicated to the Nova community.

Ron Dermer:

Ron Dermer: 'America first?' Ron Dermer attacks the Tucker’s Suckers

Former Israeli minister Ron Dermer accuses conservative commentator Tucker Carlson of benefiting from foreign actors amplifying his rhetoric and questions his America First credentials.

Feiglin on end of US aid

Feiglin on end of US aid: 'It's not a threat, it's a liberation'

Zehut Party chairman Moshe Feiglin expressed hope that President Trump will follow through on his pledge to end American financial aid to Israel, arguing that the assistance comes at the expense of Israeli sovereignty.

3,500 Hezbollah terrorist sites destroyed in eight months

After eight months of operations in the Wadi Saluki, Qantara, and Litani areas, troops from the IDF's 7th Brigade have completed their mission in southern Lebanon.

Disturbing footage

Disturbing footage: Forklift driver runs over coworker, killing him

A 26-year-old man has been charged with fatally running over his coworker at a factory in northern Israel while operating a forklift without a license and under the influence of alcohol. The incident was caught on camera.

Yechiel Jacobs:

Yechiel Jacobs: Fighting Antisemitism with humor, despite death threats

Yechiel Jacobs reveals the threats against his family, the unexpected success of his videos, and why he believes humor can reach audiences traditional advocacy cannot.

Military correspondent:

Military correspondent: 'Has Trump moved up the timetable?'

Military correspondent Doron Kadosh says President Trump appears to be accelerating plans to end decades of US military aid to Israel; but this does not come as a big surprise.'

Former El-Sayed campaign worker indicted over antisemitic campaign targeting Michigan Jews

Federal prosecutors accuse 12 anti-Israel activists, including a former worker on Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate campaign, of terrorizing Michigan’s Jewish community, vandalizing homes, throwing chemical-filled jars and issuing threats.

"They don't need it"

"They don't need it": Trump announces end to financial aid to Israel

The US President claimed in an interview with Fox News that he had reached an agreement with Netanyahu to end the billions of dollars in annual American aid to Israel.

IDF commanders reveal details of months inside Lebanon

After eight months of fighting in Lebanon, IDF commanders recount the battles, the tunnels uncovered, and their advance to the Beaufort ridge.

Will Trump lose control?

Will Trump lose control? First polls open in US Midterms

With over 57 million ballots already cast, Americans vote in crucial midterm elections that could reshape Trump's agenda and US policy toward Israel and Iran.

Breaking the Silence spokesperson faces backlash over IDF service

Ayelet Kreuzer, the newly appointed spokesperson for the far-left organization Breaking the Silence, has sparked controversy after accusing the IDF Spokesperson's Unit of manipulating information and misleading the public during the war.

'It became unbearable': Police clear illegal encampment in Jerusalem

Jerusalem police demolish illegal structures in Neve Yaakov following residents' complaints of nighttime noise, land seizures and repeated confrontations.

Hadassah Ein Kerem:

Six-year-old Yuval inspired the establishing of a new alergy center at Hadassah

A conversation with the parents of a Jerusalem girl suffering from a life-threatening allergy inspired businessman Moshe Greenberg to help establish one of Israel's largest allergy and clinical immunology centers.

Hilltop Youth receive advance warning, organize riots before evacuation

Hilltop rioters reportedly received advance details of a Samaria evacuation, set up roadblocks and burning tires, while the IDF declined to address leaks.

Jewish American teen discovers 3,300-year-old amulet in Israel

17-year-old Jewish American student discovers a 3,300-year-old Egyptian scarab amulet during school trip to Tel Gezer in Israel.

Bereaved Father:

Bereaved Father: 'Why, exactly, did Halevi get a medal?'

Shimon Elkabetz, whose daughter Sivan was murdered with her partner in Kfar Aza, questioned why Herzi Halevi is being given such a prominent platform to explain the October 7th massacre.

UNRWA under scrutiny: Israeli documentary shown to diplomats at UN

Israel screens an award-winning investigative documentary on UNRWA at UN Headquarters, as ambassadors Danon and Bartos criticize the agency's operations.

'Jew-Free Zone' sign outside Stockholm store sparks outrage

A 'Jew-Free Zone' sign outside a Stockholm shoe store sparks condemnation from Israel's ambassador and Jewish groups, despite the artist's claim of protest.

Israel warns Lebanon

Israel warns Lebanon: Fighting will resume if Hezbollah joins renewed Iran conflict

Fearing Hezbollah could open another front, Israel demands that the Lebanese army redeploy and establish checkpoints in areas where Hezbollah operatives live.

Trump:

Trump: US could strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain in one hour

Trump tells Sean Hannity the US could strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site within an hour, while insisting Tehran wants a deal and the fighting is not a war.

'No war, no deal'

Report: CIA Director urges Trump to maintain 'no war, no deal' Iran strategy

CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly urges Trump to maintain economic pressure on Iran rather than rush into a deal or resume fighting, as advisers remain divided.

Report:

Report: US hit Iran's Qeshm Island as part of secret strikes campaign

The Wall Street Journal reports that the US struck Iran's Qeshm Island Monday as part of a weeks-long campaign of limited attacks kept secret to avoid escalation.

Brooklyn:

Swastikas, anti-Israel graffiti found on Jewish school buses in Brooklyn

NYPD investigates after four Jewish school buses in Brooklyn were vandalized with swastikas and anti-Israel graffiti amid a rise in antisemitic incidents.

Election interference probe

Attorney General holds up Shin Bet interrogation of MK's aides in election probe

Shin Bet chief David Zini reportedly accuses legal advisers of delaying the election interference probe as the Attorney General demands additional evidence.

'May we all find peace'

'May we all find peace': Boy George's emotional visit to Western Wall

British pop star visits the Western Wall with Sylvan Adams, places a prayer note between the stones, and reflects on his family.

With antisemite on the ballot

Who are Jewish Michiganders voting for in pivotal Senate election?

As Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed doubles down on anti-Israel views, the choice for the state's Jews may seem obvious. Journalist Nate Friedman speaks to some to see if that's the case.

Israel's military goes high-tech: IDF plans AI and robotics revolution

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir outlines plans to integrate AI, robotics and unmanned systems into military operations, calling for a revolution in modern warfare.

No more transfers: Direct trains from Sharon Region to Jerusalem and airport

Starting November 14, direct trains will connect Hadera, Netanya and Beit Yehoshua to Jerusalem and Ben Gurion Airport, alongside major route changes.

Following cyberattacks in Europe

Following cyberattacks in Europe: Israel warns retailers to secure refrigeration systems

Israel's National Cyber Directorate urges supermarket chains, food companies, and logistics centers to take immediate precautions after hackers in Europe remotely manipulated refrigeration systems, causing food spoilage, equipment damage, and fires.

Disturbing footage from outpost

Disturbing footage from Hilltop outpost: Tumultuous evacuation near Ariel

Evacuation of the "Ura Yisrael" hilltop outpost near Ariel: A Civil Administration bulldozer struck a residential building while several teenagers were sitting on its roof, causing them to fall.

Singer opens up in Israel

'The old boy George no longer exists': Singer opens up in Israel

President Herzog thanks Boy George for standing with Israel as the singer reflects on the personal cost of his support and meets former hostage Elkana Bohbot.

Barak: IDF can't integrate all haredim, offers alternative to conscription

Former PM Ehud Barak says the IDF cannot absorb all haredim and proposes national service for those who do not enlist, amid coalition negotiations.

Fears of renewed fighting

Fears of renewed fighting: Lebanese residents flee Beirut's Dahieh suburb

A warning delivered to Lebanon about the possibility of prolonged Israeli strikes is heightening fears in Beirut. In Dahieh, residents are renting alternative apartments and leaving the area.

Netanyahu fears losing Shas? Unusual backing for Deri

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuses Israeli Left of hypocrisy over efforts to court haredi parties, reaffirming his support for Shas chair Aryeh Deri.

Breaking with tradition: Herzog to consult smaller parties first

In unusual move, President Isaac Herzog will begin coalition consultations with smallest Knesset factions, seeking new ways to break political deadlock.