'I wanted to be a martyr'
'I wanted to be a martyr': 16-year-old from Tayibe suspected of planning terror attack
The high schooler allegedly joined the Islamic Jihad, obtained weapons, and underwent training in Samaria.
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Amb. Huckabee
Amb. Huckabee: 'Threats facing Israel also threaten the United States'
Ambassador Huckabee warned the Knesset Caucus for Israel-US Relations that the security threats facing Israel have direct implications for the United States
Drama in Turkey
Turkey arrests former IDF soldier visiting family, joint US-Israeli effort frees her
The former IDF soldier was detained in Turkey on charges of “service in a foreign military" and later freed following intervention by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar and US officials.
Netanyahu to be summoned for testimony in Parking Lot case
The Attorney General has approved the police's request to summon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for open testimony in the case involving the late-night meeting, in which his Chief of Staff, Tzachi Braverman, is suspected.
Witkoff: Iran deal must have no time limits
Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.
Relief for US olim:
Relief for US olim: Five-year National Insurance exemption approved
New immigrants paying US Social Security will be exempt from Israeli National Insurance for five years, removing a key financial barrier to aliyah.
Jewish student sues UC Santa Barbara over months of antisemitic abuse
A former student body leader is suing her university for refusing to act in the face of a months-long campaign of antisemitic harassment against her following the October 7 massacre.
Rabbinical organization:
Rabbinical Organization: Skip the Noisemakers This Purim for IDF Veterans
Tzohar calls on communities to avoid loud noisemakers during Megillah readings, citing trauma triggers for veterans and war-affected Israelis.
Hezbollah reveals its red line with Iran
Hezbollah official tells AFP it will not intervene if the US carries out limited strikes, but draws the line at an attack on the Supreme Leader.
VP Vance:
VP Vance: 'You can't let craziest regime in the world have nuclear weapons'
Vice President says Trump prefers diplomacy but retains military options to ensure Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons ahead of talks, warning Tehran.
US hits Iran’s oil exports, UAV and missile programs
US Treasury blacklists vessels, firms, and individuals tied to Iranian oil sales, missile production, UAV proliferation, and procurement networks.
Estonia raises concerns over UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese
Estonia backs UN human rights system but warns Francesca Albanese’s rhetoric undermines credibility as France, Germany and Austria call for her resignation.
Herzog meets Ethiopian PM to strengthen ties
During his state visit to Ethiopia, President Isaac Herzog met PM Abiy Ahmed, advancing ties and engaging with the local Jewish community.
Indian PM Modi to Knesset
Indian PM Modi to Knesset: India stands with Israel, Am Ysrael Chai'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi address the Knesset.
IAI delivers autonomous submarine defense vehicle to Germany
BlueWhale is a mature, first-of-its-kind fully autonomous large underwater vehicle that combines reconnaissance, sensor technology, and data fusion in a single system.
Extremist haredim to protest in Jerusalem
Toldot Avraham Yitzhak hasidic rebbe orders anti-draft protest in Jerusalem following recent arrests of draft-dodging yeshiva students.
Two Years Later:
Two Years Later: ISA to join search for Hymanut Kassaou
The Attorney General approved involving the ISA in the search as an assisting agency only in a Knesset meeting marking two years to the day since the 9-year-old girl disappeared in Tzfat.
Watch:
Watch: IDF continues to operate against Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon
Troops have been operating in southern Lebanon to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and prevent attempts by the Hezbollah terrorist organization to rearm.
Suspected cyber hack at Clalit Health Services
Clalit Health Services, National Cyber Directorate, investigatingclaims by Iranian hacker group 'Handala' regarding large-scale cyber incident.
IDF orders electronic monitoring of Israeli from Judea
A Har Hebron resident arrested about a month ago was summoned for questioning and was placed under administrative restriction orders and ordered to electronic monitoring.
Lapid files complaint over threats to Netanyahu
Police arrest yeshiva student who sent MK Yair Lapid offer to harm Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin.
'Pizza meter' arrives in Israel
IAF instructs soldiers serving near the Kirya military base in Tel Aviv not to order food directly to the base, to avoid leaks ahead of potential attack.
Prison for Temple Mount desecration?
The coalition backed the vote, but it has sparked controversy over whether it would also apply to visits to the Temple Mount, which the Chief Rabbinate opposes.
Pres. Herzog in Ethiopia:
Pres. Herzog in Ethiopia: Our relationship is woven deep into the pages of history
Israeli President Isaac Herzog lands in Ethiopia, begins official state visit to increase bonds of friendship between Israel and Ethiopia, deepen cooperation.
Watch: Netanyahu welcomes Indian PM to Israel
Watch live: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel.
Arson suspected after fire breaks out at preschool
Fire in northern community of Elifelet investigated as possible arson.
CAM visits Honduras, strengthens ties with President Asfura
CAM en Español holds meeting with new Honduras President Nasry Asfura, aiming to strengthen regional fight against antisemitism.
Watch:
Watch: Turkish fighter jet crashes, pilot killed
A Turkish Air Force fighter jet crashed overnight in Balikesir province in western Turkey. The pilot was killed and authorities have opened an investigation.
Sa'ar marks 250 years of US independence, praises Israel-US ties
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar celebrates 250 years of US independence, commends US Embassy’s consular services to Efrat.
Two dead after fire breaks out in Netanya
Man and woman, both around 80 years old, die in Netanya building fire, two others injured.
Sean Hannity: Dems are a 'soulless party'
Fox News host Sean Hannity recaps the top moments from President Donald Trump’s longest-ever State of the Union
House Speaker Mike Johnson:
House Speaker Mike Johnson: 'Shameful display'
House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks to Newsmax about President Donald Trump's State of the Union Address. Johnson says protesting Democrats 'should have been ejected from the chamber.'
"You should be ashamed"
"You should be ashamed" | Ilhan Omar, Trump clash during State of the Union
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar and President Trump began shouting at each other during his State of the Union address. Watch.
Trump:
Trump: I prefer diplomacy, but I will not allow Iran a nuclear weapon
In his 2026 State of the Union address, Trump highlights ending the Gaza-Israel conflict and Iran's nuclear program. He states his preference for diplomacy but stresses Iran must never have nuclear weapons.
Calls for dialogue
PLO official says Hamas is not a terrorist group, calls for dialogue
Azzam al-Ahmad rejects Hamas disarmament, criticizes US proposals, and reveals plans for discussions on Hamas joining the PLO.
Trump’s Board of Peace launches official website
The Board of Peace launches its official website, featuring key members, mission details, and governance documents.
Two in critical condition
11 injured in fire in Netanya, two in critical condition
11 people injured from smoke inhalation, including a man and a woman around 80 years old who are in critical condition, and another woman in serious condition, in a fire at a residential building in Netanya.
Brother of slain Israeli diplomat to attend State of the Union
Hanan Lischinsky, brother of slain Israeli diplomat Yaron Lischinsky, will attend the State of the Union as a guest of House Speaker Mike Johnson.
'Will shake the system'
'Will shake the system': Serious development in the smuggling to Gaza case
An indictment will soon be filed against one of the individuals involved in the smuggling of goods to the Gaza Strip, with the value of the goods estimated at hundreds of millions of shekels.
Netanyahu to UN reps
Netanyahu to UN reps: 'Israel is small but strong because of its people's spirit'
PM Netanyahu met with a delegation of UN ambassadors, together with Israeli Ambassador to the US Danny Danon. 'The one thing that has changed is that when they come to slaughter us, we have the capacity to defend ourselves.'
