Felony charges dropped in University of Michigan anti-Israel protest
Michigan's attorney general dismisses felony cases tied to a pro-Palestinian Arab protest camp cleared from the University of Michigan last year.
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UK extends detention of seven Iranians suspected of terror plot
British counter-terrorism authorities secure extended detention for seven Iranian nationals linked to two separate investigations, citing ongoing complex inquiries.
Witkoff:
Witkoff: Iran nuclear progressing, hostage deal a priority before Trump’s Mideast visit
US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff says nuclear talks with Iran are “moving in the right direction,” expresses hope for a breakthrough on a Gaza hostage deal ahead of President Trump’s regional visit.
Suspect arrested
Suspect arrested in Sur Baher: Hamas symbols and weapons seized in eastern Jerusalem
Jerusalem District Police raid a house in Sur Baher, seizing a Hamas flag, two pistols, hundreds of bullets, magazines, and M16 rifle parts.
IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon
IDF confirms it struck terror infrastructure sites within a Hezbollah strategic weapons production and storage facility in the Beqaa area in Lebanon, saying it identified Hezbollah's attempts to reestablish presence and operations within the facility.
US Patriot battery to be taken from Israel to Ukraine
Israel officially decommissioned its Patriot air defense systems a year ago.
Trump:
Trump: 'We'll help people of Gaza, Hamas is taking everything'
US President says America will help ensure Gazans receive food, blames Hamas for situation when asked if the US supports Israel's decision to expand combat operations in Gaza.
IDF statement contradicts Netanyahu's policy
The IDF Spokesperson stated that the primary goal for the IDF was to recover the hostages, contrary to previous declarations by Prime Minister Netanyahu, who placed defeating Hamas as the top priority.
Likud MK:
Likud MK: 'Likud is not a doormat'
Likud MK Dan Illouz criticized the haredi parties for their demands that Likud support all their legislation.
IAF strikes port in Yemen after strike on Ben Gurion Airport
Israeli Air Force striking in Yemen following the Houthi ballistic missile strike at Ben Gurion Airport that resulted in the injury of 6 civilians.
Iranian explosives located in kibbutz near Gaza
The explosives are believed to have been left behind by Hamas forces during the October 7th massacre. Police sappers neutralized them safely.
Consul General Ofir Akunis to mark Independence Day with released hostage Agam Berger
Israeli consul Ofir Akunis has scheduled a celebration for next week, with the participation of released hostage Agam Berger and political figures.
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: 'We're going to defeat Hamas, this will bring back the hostages'
Prime Minister publishes video address explaining decision to intensify the fighting in Gaza, stating a commission of inquiry into the failures of October 7 should begin only at the end of the war.
'Stop exploiting schools'
'Stop exploiting schools:' IDF Spokesperson attacks Hamas's masculinity
The IDF spokesperson in Arabic, Avichay Adraee, published a special video from a school in the northern Gaza Strip, accusing Hamas of cinical use of civilian facilities and delivering a pointed message about values, cowardice, and exploitation of the civilian population.
Four Years Later:
Four Years Later: Sentencing in the Ahuvya Sandak case
The court sentenced two teenagers who were injured in the police chase in which Ahuvya Sandak was killed to community service. The police officers involved were not prosecuted.
Turkey:
Turkey: Jewish citizen arrested for visiting Israel
Jewish man fired and arrested after posting photograph from a tourist visit to Israel with an Israeli flag.
“Israel could stop only five out of 200 missiles”: Iran boasts its new advanced weaponry
Iran boasts its new advanced weaponry, while Iranian hackers improve control over networks across the Middle East.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich:
Minister Bezalel Smotrich: We will capture Gaza and not retreat, even with a hostage deal
Minister of Finance at the B'Sheva Jerusalem Conference: 'The time has come to stop being afraid of the word 'occupation'. We are defeating Hamas; they will surrender.'
Deputy Foreign Minister attends the Inauguration Ceremony of Gabon’s President
MK Sharren Haskel visited Gabon for the inauguration ceremony of Gabon’s President, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. She met with senior officials in the Gabonese government as well as with the Deputy Archbishop.
Watch:
Watch: IDF strikes Hamas rocket launcher aimed at Israel
Following the strike, a number of secondary explosions were identified, indicating the presence of rockets prepared for launch toward Israeli territory.
Footage from Syria:
Footage from Syria: Assad regime military headquarters destroyed
The 810th Brigade, which is operating in Syria, located and destroyed the headquarters of the old regime's unit that oversaw the Hermon area.
Cabinet defers creation of 10/7 commission
The cabinet has decided to defer the creation of a commission to investigate the failures that led to the massacre, despite demands by the Attorney General.
Israeli singer to Eurovision: 'I am proud of my country'
Israeli flag is on its way to the Eurovision Song Contest. Singer Yuval Rafael could not hide her excitement: 'I will do everything I can to represent us with honor.'
Massacre survivor accuses:
Massacre survivor accuses: The soldiers on Zikim Beach ran away like rabbits
Sabine Taasa, whose husband and son were murdered in the massacre, demands that the soldiers who fled the Hamas attack stand trial.
Sara Netanyahu:
Sara Netanyahu says there's not a single word of truth in cleaner's affidavit
Prime Minister's wife argues Sylvie Genesia's compensation claim in Jerusalem Labor Court: 'I didn't read the affidavit, but there's not a single word of truth in it'
Central Israel:
Police chase ends when suspect rams into traffic light and is killed
A suspected car thief fled police and crashed into a traffic light. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
President of Ecuador visits the Western Wall
President of Ecuador visits the Western Wall, wearing the hostages' pin on his lapel; expresses his unequivocal support for Israel and the Jewish people.
'We’re coming to win'
President Herzog meets with Israel's Eurovision contestant
Moments before departing to represent Israel at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland, Israel’s Eurovision representative, Yuval Rafael, met with President and First Lady Herzog.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: SGM Dejen Daniel Sahalo killed in operational accident near Gaza
Sergeant Major (Res.) Dejen Daniel Sahalo, a combat soldier in the 5067th Engineering Battalion, was killed in a car accident during operational activity in the area of the communities near the Gaza Strip.
Grave desecration:
Grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus renovated
Syrian authorities renovate grave of Rabbi Chaim Vital in Damascus, two days after discovering that unknown individuals had desecrated the holy site.
Two arrested
Iran lowers port explosion death toll to 57; two arrested in ongoing investigation
Iran revises the death toll from the Shahid Rajaee Port explosion to 57, down from 70. Two individuals, including a government official, arrested as officials investigate safety lapses behind the deadly blast.
Siren in Ariel:
Siren in Ariel: Residents asked to stay indoors, no concern of terrorist infiltration
Siren activated in Ariel as police search for two suspects in a vehicle theft who fled. There is no concern of a security-related incident.
During President's visit
Ecuador opens diplomatic innovation center in Jerusalem during President's visit
President Isaac Herzog welcomes Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa to Jerusalem for his first official visit to Israel. The visit marks the historic inauguration of Ecuador’s diplomatic Innovation R&D Center in the capital.
Trump considering Stephen Miller for National Security Adviser role
President Trump tells reporters he may tap Stephen Miller to replace Mike Waltz, who was ousted after sharing sensitive Yemen strike plans.
Unanimously:
Cabinet unanimously approves expansion of military operations in Gaza
After a discussion lasting about seven hours, plans approved for extensive ground operations in the heart of Gaza and an increased mobilization of reservists.
'Sealing their fate': Gafni blasts Smotrich
The chairman of Degel HaTorah, MK Moshe Gafni, blasts Minister Bezalel Smotrich on the issue of the hostages, claiming that their return is the most important matter at present.
Revealed:
Revealed: US felt snubbed, ignored Israel's call before planned strike on Nasrallah
A new Israeli TV exposé reveals how deep tensions ran between Israel and the Biden administration, including a moment when the US ignored a critical Israeli call before a planned strike on Hezbollah’s Nasrallah.
Houthis threaten: We will impose an aerial blockade on Israel
The military spokesperson of the Houthis in Yemen announces the imposition of a "comprehensive aerial blockade on Israel."
Lag B'Omer:
Lag B'Omer: Visitors to be allowed only five hours in Meron
The Ministry of Transport clarified today that in order to ensure the safety of the thousands of worshippers in Meron, visitors will be allowed to stay in the Meron compound on Lag BaOmer for up to 5 hours.
Israelis expelled from a restaurant in Naples
Israeli tourists were expelled from a restaurant in downtown Naples, Italy, in a show of 'resisting Israeli apartheid.'
