Ben-Gvir:
Ben-Gvir: 'Yair Golan is a traitor - why hasn't he been arrested?'
National Security Minister accuses Democrat leader of treason at Be'er Sheva conference, questions Attorney General's refusal to order arrest.
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Gopstein demands:
Gopstein demands probe into Peace Now for 'call to eliminate Kahanists'
Lehava head Bentzi Gopstein urges AG to investigate Peace Now for incitement, after tweet declares: 'Without eliminating the Kahanists - there will be no Israel.'
Mother and infant pepper sprayed in Ashdod
A mother and her three-month-old baby from Ashkelon were exposed to a large amount of pepper spray while entering an elevator at the Big Fashion Mall in Ashdod.
'A true friend of Israel'
Interior Minister Arbel meets US Ambassador Mike Huckabee: 'A true friend of Israel'
Interior Minister Moshe Arbel, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, discuss strengthening strategic alliance, the fight against terrorism, and domestic issues in Jerusalem meeting.
'An unusual precedent'
'An unusual precedent': Baby Sophia's genetic parents demand new Supreme Court hearing
After losing custody, genetic parents of Sophia, IVF mixup baby, petition Supreme Court for new hearing. 'This case will shape Israeli family law for generations.'
Clash at Conference:
Clash at Conference: Yair Golan called 'traitor,' fires back over Nova rescue
Tensions flare at Sderot Conference as MK Yair Golan is heckled as a 'traitor,' responds, 'I was at the Nova festival rescuing people while you sat at home. Shame on you!'
YAMAM Officers Recount:
YAMAM Officers Recount: 'We were the last line of defense for the town'
The YAMAM officers who fought in the battle of Mefalsim during the October 7th massacre tell about the fight to stop the invasion and rescue the kibbutz residents.
Tel Aviv:
Tel Aviv: Elderly man murdered in suspected phone robbery by Eritrean
Elderly foreign national bludgeoned to death in Tel Aviv, allegedly by a 40-year-old Eritrean who tried to steal his phone.
Ben-Gvir:
Ben-Gvir:'Don’t return body of terrorist behind Tunnels Checkpoint attack'
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir contacted Defense Minister Israel Katz demanding that he not return the body of Muhammad Abu Ahmad, who carried out a stabbing attack at the Tunnels Checkpoint in Jerusalem.
Protesters block Gaza aid trucks at Ashdod port
Dozens of Tzav 9 and reservist activists obstruct humanitarian aid shipments to Gaza, demanding no supplies pass through until Hamas releases Israeli hostages. 'Every truck prolongs the war.'
Soldiers ordered to fire gas at Jewish worshippers near Shechem
Dozens of worshippers were dispersed with gas grenades after they prayed, as they do every week, at the entrance to Shechem.
Hostage Negotiations:
Hostage Negotiations: Deal stalled over number of hostages to be released
An Egyptian channel reported that the disagreements primarily revolve around the number of living Israeli hostages and the deceased to be released in the first week of the deal.
Watch:
Watch: Olim and Anglos celebrate Jerusalem Day
Approximately 1,500 English-speaking olim participated in the festive OU Israel Yom Yerushalayim prayer at the Armon HaNetziv Haas Promenade.
35 years after discovery:
35 years after discovery: Gorgeous 1600-year-old mosaic revealed to the public
Colorful mosaic discovered about 35 years ago south of Kibbutz Urim in the Gaza border region is displayed to the public for the first time, following preservation efforts.
Two dead, at least eight injured, in Philadelphia shooting
Three teen victims in stable condition, two adults dead, following Fairmount Park shooting, local media says.
UTJ's Pindrus imposes media ban over leaks
United Torah Judaism MK Yitzhak Pindrus announces media blackout for party members, banning interviews with outlets that published leaks from internal meetings.
Two launches in less than 3 hours:
In less than 3 hours: Houthis fire two missiles, sirens in the Jordan Valley and Samaria
IDF announces that it has identified the launch of a missile from Yemen toward Israeli territory. Sirens sounded in communities in the Jordan Valley and Samaria.
Air France resumes Israel flights as others extend suspensions
Air France to resume daily flights to Tel Aviv on Tuesday as other major carriers, including the Lufthansa Group, ITA Airways, Iberia Express, British Airways, and Transavia, extend their flight suspensions to Israel.
Despite Hamas warnings
New US-backed aid group begins Gaza operations despite Hamas warnings
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation commences aid distribution in Gaza, a day after its director quit, despite objections from the United Nations and warnings from Hamas.
Smotrich at Western Wall:
Smotrich at the Western Wall: We’re liberating Gaza - and settling it
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at the Jerusalem Day rally at the Western Wall, addressing the importance of victory in the war against Hamas.
Netanyahu at Mercaz Harav:
Netanyahu at Mercaz Harav: We are waging war against human beasts, we will defeat them
Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Yaakov Shapira, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion, rabbis, dayanim and public figures attend celebration of the liberation and reunification of Jerusalem at prominent religious Zionist yeshiva.
Smotrich at Mercaz Harav:
Smotrich at Mercaz Harav: I call on the PM to apply sovereignty as soon as possible
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich speaks at the celebration marking Jerusalem Day at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva: "We are applying sovereignty de facto, but we need to take advantage of the support we have from the United States and apply sovereignty."
Ben Gvir:
Minister Ben Gvir: Death penalty law for terrorists - this is the way of the Torah
Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks at the Jerusalem Day rally at Mercaz Harav Yeshiva, comments on the importance of victory in the war against Israel’s enemies.
US lawmakers back Israel:
US lawmakers back Israel: Netanyahu’s vigorous policy changed Mideast
PM Netanyahu and wife Sara meet Sen. Dave McCormick and Dina Habib Powell, thanking them for their steadfast support of Israel. Later, Netanyahu meets a bipartisan Congressional delegation, led by Rep. Mike Lawler, who praises Netanyahu’s war policy.
NYC:
NYC: School bus driver stops bus to rant to children about Jews
The students were late to school after their bus driver stopped and ranted about Jews and Jesus, leaving a Jewish child in tears, parents say.
17 hurt
17 hurt after pedestrians struck by vehicle during Liverpool parade
Multiple injuries reported after vehicle runs over pedestrians during Liverpool’s Premier League victory parade. Driver detained.
Yesha council campaign:
Yesha council campaign: Only sovereignty will prevent the next massacre
In a hard-to-watch video distributed to the press and the public, the Yesha Council illustrates the tangible danger posed to the citizens of Israel by the invasion of thousands of terrorists from Judea and Samaria.
Shin Bet Chief appointment
Shin Bet Chief appointment | Attorney General to Netanyahu: Zini's nomination violates law
The Attorney General is demanding that Netanyahu hand the responsibility of appointing a new Shin Bet Director over to a minister.
Dozens of terrorists elimintated
36th Division completes Rafah mission, continues operations in Khan Yunis
IDF forces, including Golani, Armored, and Kfir Brigades, work alongside Yahalom troops to dismantle extensive terrorist networks and eliminate threats in the Gaza Strip’s Khan Yunis and Rafah areas.
Watch live:
Watch live: Thousands dance at the Western Wall
Thousands march from central Jerusalem, through the gates of the Old City, to the Western Wall to celebrate the reunification of Jerusalem.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'Hope we can announce something on hostages today or tomorrow'
PM makes hopeful statement on the remaining hostages amid reports a deal to free 10 hostages in exchange for a 70-day ceasefire could be reached soon.
Smotrich denies Lapid's claim Israel funding aid to Gaza
Finance Minister states, 'The State of Israel does not fund humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza. Period.'
Watch:
Watch: Firefighters gain control of brushfire in Jerusalem
Firefighters contain Jerusalem brushfire near Yaffe Nof after hours of effort; residents urged to evacuate.
Israel salutes US soldiers:
Israel salutes US soldiers: 'Honoring our people and common values'
On US Memorial Day, Israel honors American sacrifice and the enduring bond in the fight for freedom.
US Envoy Witkoff denies Hamas has agreed to hostage-ceasefire deal
Steve Witkoff calls Hamas’ response “disappointing and unacceptable,” stressing Israel’s acceptance of a temporary ceasefire and hostage deal is still on the table.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Our enemies understand the destruction they brought on themselves
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a special government meeting to mark Jerusalem Day in the City of David. The government called for the removal of obstacles to the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.
Jerusalem's past in vivid colors:
Jerusalem's past in vivid colors: KKL-JNF Archival Photos colorized for Jerusalem Day
Historic Jerusalem photos from 1924–1951 colorized to bring the city’s past vividly to life for Jerusalem Day.
Civilian reports shooting near Shiloh, one treated for shock
One individual was treated for shock after mistaking the sound of gunshots in a nearby Arab village for a shooting attack.
Trump announces further cut of $3 billion from 'very antisemitic' Harvard
US President says grant money cut from Harvard over antisemitism will be given to "trade schools" as Ivy League institution's losses in federal funding rise to over $5 billion.
Worldwide:
Thousands worldwide mark 80th Liberation and Rescue of European Jewry
On the 80th anniversary of European Jewry’s liberation from Nazi terror, thousands worldwide gather to pray and honor Holocaust survivors and martyrs, with heartfelt prayers for hostages and the wounded amid ongoing challenges.
