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During US visit:

Pro-Palestinian protesters attack Israeli minister during US visit

Pro-Palestinian protesters attempt to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir as he exits Yale speech; Ben Gvir uninjured.

Forest fires mostly contained as battle to extinguish them continues

At least 10,000 dunams burned in Judea; fire contained but not yet extinguished.

Ukraine:

Ukraine: Kharkiv Holocaust memorial desecrated, Nazi salutes made

Ukrainian authorities urged to act after images surface showing three youths desecrating the Drobytsky Yar Holocaust memorial in Kharkiv. Two of them were seen giving Nazi salutes. Jewish Confederation of Ukraine demands justice, calling the act deeply offensive to the memory of Holocaust victims.

Rubio:

Rubio: Iran can have a civilian nuclear program if it gives up uranium enrichment

US Secretary of State stresses that Iran must cease uranium enrichment to reach a deal with Washington.

Think tank:

Think tank: Iran fortifying its nuclear sites amid talks with the US

Iran is reinforcing two heavily fortified tunnel systems near its Natanz nuclear facility, according to satellite imagery analyzed by a Washington-based think tank.

Trump on Yom Hashoah:

Trump marks Holocaust Remembrance Day: Never again means now

On Yom Hashoah, US President issues solemn proclamation honoring the victims of the Holocaust, condemning rising antisemitism, and reaffirming the US commitment to Holocaust remembrance and the defense of Israel.

Over protest against Ben Gvir

Yale revokes status of anti-Israel organization which promoted protest against Ben Gvir

Yale College revokes Yalies4Palestine's status as an official student group after the organization promoted a protest against Israeli minister on campus.

Moving footage from Auschwitz:

Moving footage from Auschwitz: Holocaust survivors and captivity survivors sing 'Hatikvah'

Holocaust survivors and Hamas captivity survivors gather at the crematoria of Auschwitz, pray together for the remaining hostages, sing Israel’s national anthem "Hatikvah," and declare: "Am Yisrael Chai".

Wildfires near Jerusalem

Wildfires near Jerusalem: Firefighting efforts continue, residents allowed to return home

Large-scale fires rage near Jerusalem. Residents of evacuated communities permitted to return to their homes. Firefighters working to contain the blaze. Border Police officer moderately injured, three firefighters sustain minor injuries.

Yale:

Yale: Anti-Israel encampment returns to campus exactly 1 year later

Anti-Israel protesters rebuild encampment 1 year to the day after the previous encampment, blocking and making antisemitic taunts at Jewish students to protest off-campus visit by Itamar Ben--Gvir.

Suspected unidentified drone

Suspected unidentified drone: Why Netanyahu was late for the Holocaust Memorial ceremony

The Holocaust Memorial Day opening ceremony began late after Prime Minister Netanyahu's motorcade was delayed due to a security concern.

Sharon Osbourne:

Sharon Osbourne calls for band to lose US visas after anti-Israel Coachella performance

Jewish celebrities are condemning Irish band Kneecap after it projected anti-Israel messages on stage and led the crowd at the Coachella music festival in an anti-Israel chant.

Haunting:

Haunting: 101-year-old Holocaust survivor prays for the victims

101-year-old Holocaust survivor Eliezer Sheffer recited the 'El Maleh Rahamim' memorial prayer at the Holocaust Remembrance Day opening ceremony at the Testimony House in Nir Galim.

Netanyahu at Yad Vashem:

Netanyahu at Yad Vashem: We are not a vassal state, no one can stop us from defeating evil

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the state Holocaust Remembrance Day opening ceremony and promised that Israel will defeat Hamas and prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Sa'ar:

Sa'ar: 'Millions of Jews cried out for help, no one came, Never again'

Foreign Minisgter Gideon Sa’ar at the Holocaust Remembrance Day Ceremony with Foreign Ambassadors at the Foreign Ministry. 'We will not allow the new antisemites to rob us of our right to self-defense.'

Watch:

Watch: Holocaust Remembrance Day Opening Ceremony at Yad Vashem

Israel marks 80 years since the end of the Holocaust.

IDF operations in Lebanon:

IDF operations in Lebanon: Nine terrorists eliminated, dozens of targets destroyed

Since the beginning of the understandings between Israel and Lebanon, more than 140 terrorists who posed a threat have been eliminated across Lebanon.

After difficult testimony:

After difficult testimony: Recruitment of female guards for Nukhba terrorists suspended

Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee chairman informs IDF the situation in which female soldiers are sent to guard the worst terrorists despite reports of sexual harassment by prisoners cannot continue.

Israeli singer Dana International to light torch at Independence Day ceremony

Transgender Eurovision champion's participation in the official state Independence Day opening ceremony met with opposition on both the right and left.

Central Israel wildfires

Central Israel wildfires | PM Netanyahu at forward command post: 'Do not come here'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the fire management forward command post overseeing the firefighting efforts and explained their goals.

Samaria:

Samaria: Shots fired from Arab village at Israeli vehicle

It would appear that the gunfire emanated from a violent conflict between Arab clans in the nearby village of Salem, and stray bullets reached the road.

Rabbinical Alliance of America thanks Trump for 'decisive action against antisemitism'

The Rabbinical Alliance of America, representing over 950 Orthodox rabbis across North America, lauds administration's ' practical measures that have had a real-world impact' against antisemitism and protect the ideals of America.

History in Jordan:

History in Jordan: Muslim Brotherhood to be outlawed

Following the exposure of a terrorist network in Jordan, the country's interior minister announced that the activities of the Muslim Brotherhood would be outlawed.

Hamas publishes sign of life from Omri Miran

The Hamas terror organization published a sign of life on Wednesday from the hostage Ormi Miran.

South African MPs who visited Samaria face backlash at home

A leading South African newspaper published a racist caricature mocking the MPs who visited Samaria.

i24NEWS: Telling the story of the Holocaust using AI

A new documentary combines archive footage and AI simulations to highlight the less-familiar story of the doomed Jewish uprising in the Warsaw Ghetto, which began in January 1943.

Josh Shapirio:

Josh Shapirio: Trump made 'very gracious' call after antisemitism arson attack

US President calls Jewish governor whose home was targeted in an antisemitic arson attack on the night of the Seder from his private cellphone.

'We will never forget'

'We will never forget': EU ambassadors stand united in Holocaust Remembrance statement

Marking Holocaust Remembrance Day, the EU Delegation to Israel and all member state embassies pledge to confront rising antisemitism and preserve the memory of the six million murdered.

IAF launches parliamentary Israel Allies Caucus in Slovenia

Slovenia launches Israel Allies Caucus, becoming 55th nation in global pro-Israel network.

Police:

Barak Tzach of Petach Tikva named as diver attacked by shark

Forensic investigation results confirm findings on Hadera coast belong to Barak Tzach, 40-year-old father of four from Petach Tikva.

Israeli dairy giant to raise prices

Following Agriculture Ministry price hike for price-controlled dairy products, Israeli dairy giant Tnuva announces rise in prices of dairy products unaffected by government price controls.

Yesh Atid MK's interview bombs over claims of 'incitement' by PM

MK Vladimir Beliak from Yesh Atid claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, other ministers in his government, guilty of incitement against ISA chief Ronen Bar.

Explosive device from October 7 discovered in southern Israel

Bag with Arabic writing found to contain explosive device likely left by terrorists attempting to infiltrate Netivot during October 7 massacre, police say.

IDF:

IDF forces locate cache with hundreds of combat items in Hebron

Security forces arrest suspect in arms sales after discovering large cache in women's clothing store in Hebron.

Smotrich warns: Humanitarian aid to Gaza means end of government

Finance Minister and Cabinet member Bezalel Smotrich draws red line at renewing humanitarian aid critical to Hamas, slams Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for failure to enforce Cabinet policies.

Cabinet members spar over humanitarian aid to Gaza

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir questions Defense Minister Israel Katz's position on bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza. 'Whoever can't fulfill his tasks can go home,' Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warns.

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir:

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir: Out of the abyss, Holocaust survivors built us a national home

'Our duty is to provide every citizen of Israel with protection and security, while preserving the memory of the Holocaust as a testimony and heritage for future generations,' says Chief of Staff Zamir.

Yemeni official:

Yemeni official: US airstrikes in Yemen have killed 500 Houthis, including top commanders

At least 500 Houthi terrorists, including senior figures behind maritime attacks, have been killed by recent US strikes in Yemen, according to Yemeni officials.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Haifa, Acre and other towns in northern Israel, missile from Yemen intercepted

IDF says it identified the launch of a missile from Yemen towards Israeli territory. Moments later, sirens sounded in Haifa, Nahariya, Acre and other towns across northern Israel. Missile was likely successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom: Several people injured on their way to shelter.

White House rejects universities' criticism of political interference

White House dismisses sharp criticism from over 100 US universities decrying alleged political interference in academia, following Harvard's legal challenge over federal funding threats.