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Lie debunked: The IDF attack that never happened

Palestinian Arab sources claimed that Israel had attacked a humanitarian aid distribution site in Gaza, killing at least 30 people. Videos from the area proved that this was a false claim.

Lie debunked: The IDF attack that never happened

Tragedy in Modiin:

Mother and son found dead after house fire

Mother and son found dead in Modiin house fire, with signs of severe violence on their bodies. Police suspect murder and arson.

Mother and son found dead after house fire

Sara Netanyahu:

Sara Netanyahu: 'Deep State' targeting Trump and my husband alike

Sara Netanyahu accuses radical left-wing elites of operating a 'Deep State' in both Israel and the US and shares her personal efforts to support families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.

Sara Netanyahu: 'Deep State' targeting Trump and my husband alike

Amb. Huckabee:

Amb. Huckabee: 'Carve out piece of French Riviera to create Palestinian state'

In response to French President Macron's moves to create a Palestinian state despite Hamas remaining in power, US Ambassador suggests France set aside part of its own territory for that purpose.

Amb. Huckabee: 'Carve out piece of French Riviera to create Palestinian state'

European Rabbinical Org.:

European Rabbinical Org. celebrates 25th anniversary in Krakow with Israel's Chief Rabbis

European Rabbinical Organization celebrates 25th Anniversary in Krakow with Israel's Chief Rabbis; honors Duvi Honig for promoting religious freedom and economic growth globally, followed by 80th Auschwitz liberation ceremony.

European Rabbinical Org. celebrates 25th anniversary in Krakow with Israel's Chief Rabbis

UN claims delisting of groups ties to US Gaza aid was an 'error'

UN acknlowledges removal of NGOs that participate in the efforts of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation after Israel's UN ambassador accuses UN of 'mafia-like' behavior.

UN claims delisting of groups ties to US Gaza aid was an 'error'

Ben Gvir: ‘Only truce Hamas deserves is a bullet to the head’

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir sharply criticizes the Witkoff outline and the PM's support for it, warning that any ceasefire would allow Hamas to regroup. “I'm not just worried about the hostages, but also about our children and soldiers,” he stated.

Ben Gvir: ‘Only truce Hamas deserves is a bullet to the head’

Israel to increase military pressure on Hamas after group rejects Witkoff proposal

After Hamas responds to latest proposal from Trump envoy for a 60-day ceasefire and hostage deal with new demands that are far from the proposal, Israel prepares for further combat.

Israel to increase military pressure on Hamas after group rejects Witkoff proposal

NYC mayoral candidate's plan to prevent antisemitic crimes

New York City mayoral candidate Scott Stringer says he plans to partner with the ADL in a plan to prevent antisemitic incidents before they occur.

NYC mayoral candidate's plan to prevent antisemitic crimes

Tehran claims:

Tehran: IAEA report - 'baseless accusations' fueled by Israel

Iran strongly objects to the IAEA's new nuclear report, calling it "politically motivated" and blames Israel for supplying "unreliable and misleading information" to the agency.

Tehran: IAEA report - 'baseless accusations' fueled by Israel

'Blatant violation'

'Blatant violation': Jordan slams Israel for barring Arab ministers

Jordan issues a scathing condemnation of Israel's decision to prevent an Arab ministerial delegation from visiting Ramallah, labels the move a "blatant violation" of international law and accuses Israel of "arrogance".

'Blatant violation': Jordan slams Israel for barring Arab ministers

Herzog on Iran:

Herzog on Iran: Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon

President Herzog reacts to the IAEA's report revealing Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment and non-compliance, urges the international community to "act now to stop Iran," stressing that allowing Iran to possess a nuclear weapon is unacceptable.

Herzog on Iran: Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon

Leftist singer Achinoam Nini criticizes Israel - in English

Singer publishes a post criticizing the war in Gaza: "Hamas and the Israeli government are committing crimes against humanity."

Leftist singer Achinoam Nini criticizes Israel - in English

At the age of 81

Former Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer dies at 81

Former Bank of Israel Governor, Professor Stanley Fischer, passes away at the age of 81. Professor Fischer served as Governor of the Bank of Israel from 2005 to 2013.

Former Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer dies at 81

US presents nuclear proposal to Iran as uranium stockpile surges

Washington urges Iran to halt uranium enrichment in new regional energy proposal, as IAEA reports near-weapons-grade stockpile.

US presents nuclear proposal to Iran as uranium stockpile surges

Defense Minister's threat to Hamas leaders

'Israel’s long arm will reach everyone involved in the October 7th massacre, wherever they are, until they are all dead.'

Defense Minister's threat to Hamas leaders

Ahead of schedule:

United Airlines to resume Newark-Tel Aviv flights ahead of schedule

United Airlines says it will restart flights from Newark to Tel Aviv on June 5, earlier than expected, following a thorough safety review; other airlines are also gradually resuming service to Israel.

United Airlines to resume Newark-Tel Aviv flights ahead of schedule

Hamas demands:

Hamas demands 7-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

Israeli official: Hamas’ response to ceasefire plan is 'a slammed door,' with demands far from Israel’s offer. Witkoff: Hamas' response 'totally unacceptable.'

Hamas demands 7-year ceasefire, full IDF withdrawal in latest proposal

Jerusalem sets up hospitality tents for Shavuot pilgrims

Five hospitality tents will serve the masses heading to the Western Wall for Shavuot, offering refreshments and rest areas.

Jerusalem sets up hospitality tents for Shavuot pilgrims

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism:

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism: 'My great-grandfather’s synagogue was attacked'

President Isaac Herzog expresses shock after Jewish institutions in Paris were vandalized over Shabbat, urges French authorities to act swiftly and protect the community.

Herzog condemns Paris vandalism: 'My great-grandfather’s synagogue was attacked'

IDF strikes and eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

In sweeping day of operations, IDF troops eliminate terrorists, dismantle explosives, and destroy Hamas infrastructure — including a top weapons manufacturing commander.

IDF strikes and eliminates Hamas weapons chief, foils terror plots in Gaza

Rare Shabbat statement:

Rare Shabbat statement: PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

In rare move, Prime Minister's Office issues English statement on Shabbat, calling on international community to act immediately after an IAEA report reveals Iran's growing stockpile of highly enriched uranium.

Rare Shabbat statement: PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal:

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal: 'We share a common enemy with Israel'

The new president of Syria, Al-Julani, was interviewed by the Jewish newspaper and addressed his country's relationship with Israel.

Al-Julani to Jewish Journal: 'We share a common enemy with Israel'

Paris: Four Jewish sites vandalized in a single night

Four Jewish institutions in Paris defaced overnight with green paint, including two synagogues and a Holocaust memorial.

Paris: Four Jewish sites vandalized in a single night

IDF and Shin Bet reveal:

IDF and Shin Bet reveal: Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

IDF and Shin Bet release footage of the underground strike beneath the European Hospital in Khan Yunis, in which Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammad Shabaneh were eliminated.

IDF and Shin Bet reveal: Inside the underground hideout of Sinwar and Shabaneh

Diplomatic showdown:

Diplomatic showdown looms: Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.

Diplomatic showdown looms: Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Biden on cancer diagnosis:

Biden on cancer diagnosis: The expectation is we‘re going to be able to beat this

Former President makes his first public address since his Stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis, speaking at a Memorial Day commemoration in Delaware. Biden dismisses concerns about his mental fitness while in office and says he has "no regrets" about not running in 2024.

Biden on cancer diagnosis: The expectation is we‘re going to be able to beat this

In homes and UNRWA bags

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts in homes and UNRWA bags

IDF troops in Gaza locate and dismantle extensive terrorist infrastructure, including over 800 explosive devices and dozens of tunnel shafts. Weapons found in residential homes and even inside UNRWA bags in a former school in Shejaiya.

IDF finds weapons, explosives, and tunnel shafts in homes and UNRWA bags

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

IDF confirms strikes on Syrian weapon storage facilities with coastal and surface-to-air missiles near Latakia, says the strikes aimed to neutralize threats to international and Israeli maritime navigation.

IDF strikes Syrian targets posing maritime and air threats

Amid deal uncertainty

Trump envoys reassure hostage families amid deal uncertainty

Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Adam Boehler, assure hostage families they'll leverage humanitarian aid for info if a deal fails, promising not to abandon them, according to Israeli TV report.

Trump envoys reassure hostage families amid deal uncertainty

Israeli government:

Israel slams Macron over Gaza comments: ‘He wants to reward terrorists with a state’

Israeli government fiercely rebukes French President after he calls for tougher European action against Israel over the humanitarian situation in Gaza, 'We will stand firm against international pressure.'

Israel slams Macron over Gaza comments: ‘He wants to reward terrorists with a state’

During World Jewish Congress:

During World Jewish Congress: African delegation visits bereaved families at Gvura Forum

A delegation of representatives from Africa in Israel for the World Jewish Congress gathering, visits the Gvura Forum Tent to offer support to the bereaved families and demand victory over Hamas.

During World Jewish Congress: African delegation visits bereaved families at Gvura Forum

Ancient 'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in Jerusalem in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

In a moving ceremony at the National Library in Jerusalem, the public was granted a rare glimpse of the ancient “Damascus Crowns” — Torah manuscripts smuggled from Syria in a daring operation led by Rabbi Avraham Hamra.

Ancient 'Damascus Crowns' unveiled in Jerusalem in tribute to Syrian Chief Rabbi

Former hostage:

Former hostage, Eli Sharabi: 'I am proud that I chose life'

Former Hamas hostage Eli Sharabi launches his new book 'Kidnapped' in which he shares his difficult time in captivity, 'they demanded that we read the Quran, we refused; I am proud that I chose life.'

Former hostage, Eli Sharabi: 'I am proud that I chose life'

David Libi laid to rest at Malachei Hashalom

David Libi, who was killed in an explosive device blast in Jabaliya, is laid to rest in Malachei Hashalom. His friends bid farewell to him with an emotional song.

David Libi laid to rest at Malachei Hashalom

IDF Spokesperson:

'Despite Hamas' ongoing abuse of Gazans, they continue to come and receive aid'

IDF Spokesman: 'Hamas is starving the residents of Gaza and looting the aid intended for them; Hamas continues to hold 58 of our hostages captive.'

'Despite Hamas' ongoing abuse of Gazans, they continue to come and receive aid'

'Until Victory':

Minister of Defense Israel Katz at Sanur: 'This is a historical moment'

Defense Minister Katz: We are rebuilding Sanur and 21 more communities in Judea and Samaria

Minister of Defense Israel Katz at Sanur: 'This is a historical moment'

IDF:

IDF troops dismantle dozens of terror infrastructure sites throughout Gaza

The IDF troops eliminated terrorists, dismantled weapons, terrorist infrastructure, and underground infrastructure sites.

IDF troops dismantle dozens of terror infrastructure sites throughout Gaza

'He always wanted to serve':

'He always wanted to serve': Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Efrat Libi, aunt of 19-year-old David Libi who was killed in Gaza, recalls his lifelong dream to serve, his work as a contractor alongside the IDF, and the family's heartbreak.

'He always wanted to serve': Aunt of civilian killed in Gaza remembers his determination

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander:

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander: 'What future do you promise my children?'

In a fiery exchange, Israel's Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely challenges Piers Morgan on Hamas, war ethics, and global hypocrisy: 'Would you accept Hamas on your doorstep?'

Amb. Hotovely counters British slander: 'What future do you promise my children?'