Israeli and Palestinian arrested for drug smuggling on yachts
Four suspects, including an Israeli citizen, were arrested after police uncovered cocaine, cash and more than 126 kilograms of ketamine in searches near Limassol.
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Katz warns:
Katz: Whoever approaches strategic Lebanon ridge ‘will be destroyed’
Defense Minister Katz says IDF will remain in southern Lebanon’s security zone until Hezbollah is disarmed, warning anyone approaching Ali al-Taher Ridge.
At 107
Yehuda Widawski, Israel’s oldest Holocaust survivor, passes away at 107
Yehuda Widawski survived the Lodz Ghetto and Auschwitz before building a new life in Israel and dedicating decades to preserving Jewish heritage in Poland.
Former Gov. Pataki:
Former Gov. Pataki: '9/11 didn't choose between Democrat or Republican'
Former New York Governor George Pataki reflects on 9/11, the unity he witnessed in New York, and why he fears its lessons are being forgotten.
Jewish group:
Jewish group: UK church Gaza memorial included terrorist names
Leeds Minster removes panels containing 12 names linked to Palestinian Islamic Jihad after Jewish group raises concerns over its Gaza war memorial.
Leiter slams UK:
Leiter: London looks like Baghdad, Judea and Samaria will always be Israel
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter rejects claims that Jews are occupiers in Judea and Samaria, stressing the region’s historic, religious and strategic importance.
Who is running Iran?
NYT: Power struggle rocks Iran as leaders clash over war with US
NYT report reveals deep divisions in Iran over war and US talks, as officials question Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s role and authority.
Yamam officer found dead after disappearing while freediving in Haifa
SFC Itai Parson, 23, disappeared while freediving off Haifa as his family waited nearby; his body was located following an extensive three-day search.
Kushner: US used fallout from Qatar strike to pressure Israel on Gaza deal
Trump envoy Jared Kushner says US administration capitalized on Israel's growing diplomatic isolation following failed Doha strike to push Israeli government toward Gaza agreement.
Shana Tova from Israel National News!
Wishing a happy New Year to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening for Rosh Hashanah, resumes Sunday night.
Ambassador Leiter:
Ambassador Leiter: Rosh Hashanah calls us to defend freedom and seek peace
Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter reflects on Rosh Hashanah, September 11 and Charlie Kirk, calling for peace, resilience, freedom and life.
9/11 25th anniversary
1998 CIA memo warned Clinton of Bin Laden plan to hijack commercial airliner
A newly declassified CIA memo from 1998 warned President Bill Clinton that Al-Qaeda leader could target the US with a hijacked, explosive-packed commercial airplane.
After political split: Ben Gvir asks for forgiveness
Otzma Yehudit chairman bids farewell to his former political partner, Tzvika Foghel: I ask for forgiveness from the bottom of my heart.
Key shipping route in danger
Houthis seize Yemen's entire Red Sea coast, tightening grip on key shipping route
Iran-backed Houthis seize Yemen's Red Sea coast, Bab al-Mandab and three strategic islands, threatening a vital trade route linking Europe and Asia.
'Unacceptable'
'Unacceptable': Sa’ar blasts EU’s Kallas over comparison of Judea and Samaria to Crimea
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar rejects EU foreign policy Kaja Kallas’ comparison of Judea and Samaria to Crimea, calling her support for an EU trade ban “completely unacceptable."
History at the UN
History at the UN: Shofar blown in General Assembly Hall
Watch: Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon and a Chabad rabbi sound the shofar in the UN General Assembly Hall for the first time in Rosh Hashanah greeting.
Shana Tova from Israel!
Shana Tova from Israel! Updates continue from North America
Rosh Hashanah about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until it begins in New York.
Last minute change:
Chabad Phuket cancels Rosh Hashanah dinner
The Rosh Hashanah dinner scheduled for 2,000 Israelis on Friday evening at the Chabad House in Phuket, Thailand, has been canceled following a request from security officials.
Seven defendants accused of preparing Hamas attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets
According to the prosecution, the seven terrorists acted on the orders of senior Hamas officials and obtained an automatic rifle, 13 handguns, and more than 700 rounds of ammunition in Germany.
Watch live:
Watch live: United States honors September 11th victims 25 years on
Memorial ceremonies at the World Trade Center in New York City and in Shanksville, PA, mark 25 years since the deadliest terror attack on the US and remember the 2,977 victims.
Rosh Hashanah in Uman?
70 Breslov Hassidim jailed after attempting to fly to Uman
About 70 Breslov Hassidim are reportedly in military jails after arrests ahead of Rosh Hashanah, as legal aid is offered to those returning from Uman.
After destroying tunnels:
After destroying Hezbollah tunnels, Zamir issues stark warning
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warns Hezbollah against rebuilding its capabilities after troops dismantled a major underground terror network built with Iranian aid.
Netanyahu on 9/11:
Netanyahu on 9/11: 'There is no ‘yes, but’ when it comes to terrorism'
Netanyahu marks 25 years since 9/11, draws parallel with October 7 massacre: 'We will never bow to terrorism. We will never surrender to evil.'
Defense Minister
Defense Minister: Terror tunnels intended to be used to launch conquest of Galilee
Defense Minister Israel Katz praises IDF troops following destruction of tunnels on Ali al-Taher Ridge: “We promised security to the residents of the north - and we delivered."
Holiday shopping frenzy:
Holiday shopping frenzy: Israelis flock to the stores
More than NIS 459 million was spent using credit cards in just three hours on Rosh Hashanah eve. Once again, Israelis head into the holiday with overflowing shopping carts and a faster pace of spending than last year.
Anti-Israel film sparks outrage
Anti-Israel film outrage: Gotliv: Who needs enemies when we have people like this at home?
MK Gotliv criticized the silence of Israel’s political and military leadership in the face of a film by Israeli filmmakers that presents a narrative claiming Israel deliberately harmed Gazans.
“Planning a train attack"
“Planning a train attack": Man who spread false reports in Afula arrested
Anonymous calls made by a bus driver repeatedly sent police scrambling over fears of terrorist attacks. Following an investigation, police succeeded in identifying and arresting him.
IDF, Shin Bet eliminate Hamas Khan Younis Brigade commander
Muhammad Yazouri, commander of Hamas’ Khan Younis Brigade, was eliminated in a precise strike along with two other terrorists. IDF: He had worked to advance dozens of attacks against Israeli troops.
At 102: Rachel, sister of Yitzhak Rabin, passes away
Rachel Rabin Yaakov, sister of the late Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and one of the founders of Kibbutz Manara, passed away Friday at the age of 102.
25 Years Since 9/11:
25 Years Since 9/11: President Herzog pays tribute to the victims of the terror attacks
President Herzog: “Even 25 years later, the evil of that vicious assault on the United States remains as shocking as ever."
Report:
Report: Trump refused Saudi Crown Prince’s request to strike Houthis
Axios reports that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Trump to strike the Houthis as they advanced toward the Red Sea chokepoint of Bab al-Mandab. Trump refused.
'Provocative and hostile actions'
Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE, citing 'provocative and hostile actions'
Algeria announces it is severing diplomatic ties with the UAE, accusing the Gulf state of provocative and hostile actions. Abu Dhabi hopes the split is temporary.
Podcast:
Podcast | Rosh Hashanah: The renewal of all creation
A whole new world: Birthday blast for Adam, the first man.
Manhattan DA announces:
Manhattan DA announces hate crime indictment for NYC synagogue attacker
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg indicts Larry Montes over antisemitic attack that disrupted Shabbat services at Central Synagogue.
Anthropic blocks AI users over suspected bioweapons research
Anthropic says it blocked users who tried to use its AI models for potentially harmful biological research, including work involving viruses and toxins.
Report:
Report: US deploys troops to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi threat
CNN reports that more than 100 US military advisers are helping Saudi Arabia with intelligence and targeting as Houthi attacks raise fears of a new regional front.
US official confirms:
US official confirms: Iranian attack damaged US warplanes at Jordan air base
A US official confirms a CBS report that an Iranian missile attack damaged an A-10 and about eight F-15s at a US air base in Jordan.
Selichot at Western Wall:
Selichot at Western Wall: Over 50,000 worshippers gather ahead of Rosh Hashanah
Around 50,000 people attend late night Selichot service at the Western Wall. Rabbis and public figures pray for unity, the safety of Israel's soldiers and the recovery of the wounded.
Expanded economic campaign
US sanctions Hezbollah, Iran proxy networks in expanded economic campaign
The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah and Iranian proxy networks as Washington expands its campaign to cut Tehran off from financial support.
IDF Spokesperson:
IDF Spokesperson: Hezbollah failed, abandoned personnel inside tunnels
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin provides an update from the Ali al-Taher Ridge in Lebanon: All of the terrorists who were inside the infrastructure were eliminated or fled.
