Three IDF reservists severely injured in Syria clashes
Three reservists severely injured, three others moderately and lightly injured, in clashes with Jaama Islamiya terrorists in Beit Jinn, near the peak of Mount Hermon.
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Amid Alawite unrest
Syrian President says protesters have 'legitimate demands' amid Alawite unrest
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa says protesters have “legitimate demands” after mass Alawite demonstrations, the largest since Assad’s fall.
Reports in Syria:
Reports in Syria: Heavy clashes between IDF and residents, two locals killed
Reports of heavy clashes between IDF forces and residents in the town of Beit Jinn, Syria. Israel has not commented so far.
Manchester police arrest suspect in Yom Kippur synagogue attack
British police arrest a 31-year-old man at Manchester Airport over synagogue attack that killed two worshippers on Yom Kippur.
In defiant post
Suspended British doctor blames 'Israeli and Jewish lobby' in defiant post
Suspended NHS doctor Rahmeh Aladwan attacks “the Israeli and Jewish lobby” after a tribunal banned her for 15 months over antisemitic posts.
Trump announces:
Trump announces: National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dies after DC shooting
Trump says US Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom of Summersville, West Virginia, has succumbed to her wounds after Wednesday shooting near the White House.
Report:
Report: Iran funnels oil profits to Hezbollah through Dubai
WSJ reports Iran sent Hezbollah hundreds of millions via Dubai laundering and Hawala transfers, with cash smuggled through Beirut airport.
Poll:
Poll: Otzma Yehudit gains strength, opposition weakens
Data shows the opposition weakening to 58 seats, the coalition securing 52, and Arab parties holding 10 seats.
Advancement of Draft Law
Advancement of Draft Law: Boycott of haredi parties expected to end
After the presentation of the draft of the recruitment law to the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, Shas and United Torah Judaism (UTJ) are expected to return to voting with the coalition starting next week, thus ending the haredi boycott of votes.
Two months after attack
Netanyahu instructs reopening of Allenby Crossing two months after deadly attack
Two months after a terror attack that killed two IDF soldiers, Prime Minister Netanyahu approved reopening the Allenby Crossing for goods.
6.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Anchorage, Alaska
An earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck the city of Anchorage, Alaska on Thanksgiving.
Officers clarify:
Officers clarify: Terrorists were shot after attempting to flee
Yamas officers who shot two terrorists who had surrendered say the two violated their commands and returned to the building before a threat was ruled out.
Soldier fires at illegal residents at the Tunnel Checkpoint
An off-duty soldier mistook the arrest of illegal immigrants at the checkpoint for a security incident and fired his weapon.
Spain vows to boycott Eurovision if Israel participates
The Spanish Broadcasting Union announced that it will boycott the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest if Israel participates.
MAG scandal
MAG scandal: Attorney General prevented transfer of investigation to Lahav 433
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara prevented transfer of information on the MAG investigation to the Israel Police despite an explicit request from the Chief of Staff.
Itai Ofir promoted to Major General, assumes role of Military Advocate General
Attorney Itai Ofir enters his new post as Military Advocate General during a ceremony at the Kirya, as senior officials highlight the challenges facing the IDF and the imperative of restoring public trust.
Prices up 63% in three years
Bus fares to increase in January as prices climb over 63% in three years
Inner-city bus fares are expected to rise to 9 NIS in January as a budget dispute forces cuts and delays tied to the “Transportation Justice” reform.
Air pollution in Judea & Samaria: Shocking data revealed in the Knesset
MK Tzvi Sukkot convened an urgent discussion in the Knesset's Judea and Samaria Committee following the spread of garbage fires in the area, which caused 1,400 deaths in 2023.
Watch:
Watch: Israelis infiltrate Syrian territory, IDF returns them to Israel
Israeli citizens breached the border fence in two locations and entered Syrian territory, urging the Israeli government to settle the Bashan.
Year of ceasefire in Lebanon:
First year of ceasefire: 370 terrorists eliminated, 1200 targeted operations conducted
One year after the ceasefire with Lebanon began, the IDF says troops carried out hundreds of operations, dismantled terrorist infrastructure, and eliminated over 370 terrorists.
Almog Cohen reveals:
Almog Cohen reveals: 'Ben-Gvir hasn't spoken to me in nearly a year'
Deputy Minister Almog Cohen reveals the tension between him and his party chairman, who he claims has not even said hello to him in nearly a year.
Bismuth reveals: This is what the Draft Law will look like
MK Boaz Bismuth has instructed the staff of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee to distribute the full text of the new Draft Law to committee members, ahead of deliberations beginning next week.
Survey:
Poll: Most US Jews fear Mamdani victory hurts New York Jewish security
American Jews express sharp concern over Mamdani’s election, with most fearing it will harm Jewish security and reflect rising anti-Israel sentiment in the US.
Watch:
Watch: Hasidic father hugs his daughter as she enlists in Border Police
A video circulating online shows a powerful moment: Ba'ash Indursky, daughter of Shlomo Indursky of the Belz Hasidic community, enlisting in the Border Police, accompanied and embraced by her haredi father.
Military secretary involved in sensitive security misstep
The IDF confirmed that Brig. Gen. Guy Markizeno’s classified cellphone was stolen and remotely neutralized, but then-Minister Yoav Gallant was never informed despite the sensitivity of the case.
Missing teen rescued after intensive search near Elad
A large-scale search for a missing 16-year-old boy came to a successful end on Wednesday evening, after volunteers from the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) located the teen alive following more than 24 hours of intensive operations in the Elad region.
One Year Later:
One Year Later: Hezbollah rebuilding depsite IDF ceasefire enforcement
Although the IDF has carried out hundreds of strikes in Lebanon against Hezbollah’s rehabilitation, Hezbollah is still renewing its strength in southern Lebanon.
Revealed:
Revealed: How the doctor who declared Hadar Goldin dead was caught
New footage reveals how Dr. Marwan al-Hams, a Hamas doctor who declared the death of the late Hadar Goldin during Operation Protective Edge, was lured out and arrested by Israel.
Deceased hostage's father:
Deceased hostage's father: 'We pray he won't become another Ron Arad'
Itzik Gvili, father of deceased hostage Ran Gvili, says Hamas claims they do not know where his son's body is located. 'We pray he won't become another Ron Arad.'
House Speaker Mike Johnson:
House Speaker Mike Johnson: 'Antisemitism must be universally rejected'
In a recent appearance on The Katie Miller Podcast, Johnson addressed concerns about a growing "schism" in GOP ranks regarding support for Israel.
Al Jazeera: Searches for body of hostage in Zeitoun neighborhood
Red Cross, Hamas, renew searches for body of deceased hostage in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood.
Record 43 fathers & sons bring Thanksgiving to Israeli kids
After more than 20 years of tradition, the EHS community's Bar Mitzvah Mission reached its largest turnout ever, making the Netanya children's home their first stop after landing in Israel.
Ariel Dehari charged with terrorism against Palestinian Arabs
The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office filed a serious indictment against Ariel Dehari, a resident of the homestead of Oz Yair, over the alleged attack on Palestinian olive harvesters near Turmus Aya.
Watch:
Watch: Severe pneumonia caused by drinking chicken soup
Pulmonology doctors at Shaare Zedek Medical Center removed a bone from a patient's lung that he likely swallowed while drinking chicken soup.
Histadrut opposes Wizz Air routes to Israel
Histadrut labor union protests Transportation Ministry meeting with Wizz Air representatives, says move could endanger Israel's airlines, undermine aerial independence during times of crisis.
Father arrested for chambering gun above infant son's head
A resident of Arraba was filmed holding a weapon above his infant son's head, filming himself practicing shooting and bragging. An indictment has been filed against the father.
Satmar Rebbe In Israel:
Satmar Rebbe In Israel: 'Anyone who serves in the army is impure'
Exclusive footage from the trip the Satmar Rebbe made this week in Israel shows his texts against the state, against the IDF, and against the haredi parties, which he regards as too conciliatory.
Over terror classification
Palestine Action battles UK government over terror classification
Palestine Action challenges its UK terror designation in court after RAF base break-in. Over 2,000 arrests since the ban, with critics warning free speech and protest rights are under threat.
California man charged after synagogue bomb threats
Elijah King, 36, arraigned on federal charges after threatening to bomb synagogues near San Luis Obispo. DOJ says he posted antisemitic rhetoric and faces up to 15 years in prison.
Czech Republic:
Czech President speaks out against cabinet pick who made Nazi salute
ANO leader Andrej Babis faces resistance after nominating Filip Turek, criticized for a Nazi salute, to cabinet.
