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Watch: Infiltrator found hiding in secret compartment in trunk

Border Police discovered a Palestinian Arab from Judea and Samaria hiding inside a concealed trunk compartment at a checkpoint east of Jerusalem.

Watch: Infiltrator found hiding in secret compartment in trunk

Trump's ex-wife:

Marla Maples says Trump carries Zohar over his heart for protection

Donald Trump’s ex-wife says the president carries an Aramaic copy of the Zohar close to his heart, while sharing details of his spiritual side and her own connection to Judaism, Israel and Shabbat.

Marla Maples says Trump carries Zohar over his heart for protection

$5 million distributed to haredi institutions that reject government funding

The Hatzalah Fund distributed approximately $5 million to Haredi educational institutions that maintain financial independence from the government, as part of its annual $17 million aid program.

$5 million distributed to haredi institutions that reject government funding

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Report: Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

WSJ reports Trump could declare victory without a nuclear deal if Iran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear threat remains contained.

Report: Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

Passengers panic as bus driver smashes window during route to Modi'in Illit

Driver allegedly lost his temper during confrontation with passenger after skipping a stop; Kavim suspended him pending investigation.

Passengers panic as bus driver smashes window during route to Modi'in Illit

Disturbing footage

Disturbing footage: Two M16 Rifles and IDF ammunition seized in the Negev

Southern District police officers and Border Police forces operating in Lakiya and Hura seized two M16 rifles, dozens of magazines, 19 explosive grenade launcher rounds, and hundreds of rounds of IDF ammunition.

Disturbing footage: Two M16 Rifles and IDF ammunition seized in the Negev

Five-year-old dies after being found in hot car in Lod

A five-year-old child was found unconscious in a vehicle in Lod and rushed to Shamir-Assaf Harofeh Hospital in critical condition, where doctors later declared his death.

Five-year-old dies after being found in hot car in Lod

Historic milestone

Historic milestone: 6-year-old Emilia is the 100,000th North American Oleh

Nefesh B'Nefesh today celebrated the arrival of its 100,000th North American Oleh, a landmark achievement since the organization's founding in 2002, in a ceremony hosted by President Herzog.

Historic milestone: 6-year-old Emilia is the 100,000th North American Oleh

Footage from Hizma

Vehicle breaks through checkpoint, runs over spike strip, & crashes into car

Border Police officers at the Hizma Crossing signaled a suspicious vehicle to stop for inspection, but the driver attempted to flee.

Vehicle breaks through checkpoint, runs over spike strip, & crashes into car

New signs aim to prevent Israelis from entering Jenin

Following an attempted stoning of a mother and son who accidentally entered Jenin, new signs have been installed across northern Samaria to prevent navigation errors.

New signs aim to prevent Israelis from entering Jenin

"Every allegation is investigated"

Rambam responds to accusations over treatment of wounded soldiers

Following allegations concerning the treatment of wounded soldiers, Rambam Medical Center said that every claim of inappropriate treatment is taken seriously and investigated.

Rambam responds to accusations over treatment of wounded soldiers

Former ISA chief rejects both Palestinian state and annexation

Yoram Cohen, a candidate in Gadi Eisenkot’s party, says Palestinian autonomy could be the maximum option while opposing full annexation of Judea and Samaria.

Former ISA chief rejects both Palestinian state and annexation

The night at Rambam Hospital that outraged a soldier's family

Yehoshua Shani has called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the treatment of his nephew, who was seriously wounded in combat and hospitalized at Rambam Medical Center.

The night at Rambam Hospital that outraged a soldier's family

"It's a shame you didn't die"

"It's a shame you didn't die": Outrage at haredi protester's words to wounded soldier

Haredim protested the opening of a café on Shabbat. During the demonstration, a civilian told the protesters, "I was wounded in Lebanon." One protester replied, "It's a shame you didn't die."

"It's a shame you didn't die": Outrage at haredi protester's words to wounded soldier

Tragedy during vacation in Mexico

Tragedy during vacation in Mexico: Rabbi Shalom Arush's 4-year-old grandson drowns

Shalom Seginer, the four-year-old grandson of Rabbi Shalom Arush, drowned in a swimming pool during a family vacation in Mexico. He was pronounced dead after prolonged resuscitation efforts.

Tragedy during vacation in Mexico: Rabbi Shalom Arush's 4-year-old grandson drowns

Inside Israel's endless manhunt for the October 7th terrorists

A special unit established after Oct. 7 operates around the clock to settle the score with Hamas militants who led the massacre, took part in it, and held hostages.

Inside Israel's endless manhunt for the October 7th terrorists

Outgoing Yahalom Commander

Outgoing Yahalom Commander: "The failure of October 7 is etched in our minds"

Lt. Col. H., of the Combat Engineering Corps' elite Yahalom unit, led the project to neutralize tunnels in the Beaufort area that Hezbollah had planned to use to infiltrate Israel.

Outgoing Yahalom Commander: "The failure of October 7 is etched in our minds"

Pakistani DM demands:

Pakistani Defense Minister demands united military front against ‘illegitimate’ Israel

Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif calls for a united Islamic military front against Israel, declaring it a threat to the entire Muslim world.

Pakistani Defense Minister demands united military front against ‘illegitimate’ Israel

Amid regional clash

Fire extinguished at Saudi Aramco refinery amid escalating regional clash

Blaze at Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery doused as Houthi strikes and border clashes continue to inflame tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen.

Fire extinguished at Saudi Aramco refinery amid escalating regional clash

After hours of efforts

After hours of efforts: Blaze at Petah Tikva parking garage extinguished

Firefighters bring blaze in an underground parking facility at a commercial construction site in Petah Tikva under control.

After hours of efforts: Blaze at Petah Tikva parking garage extinguished

Strait of Hormuz

Iran outlines strict conditions to restore Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes

Iran outlines strict demands - including an end to the US blockade, sanctions relief, and war reparations - as conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran outlines strict conditions to restore Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes

Pentagon orders defense firms to replenish depleted arsenals

The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for accelerating weapons production as conflict with Iran severely drains US missile stockpiles.

Pentagon orders defense firms to replenish depleted arsenals

Antisemitic Incident at Manila Airport: “Hitler Was Right"

An antisemitic incident was reported at the international airport in Manila, Philippines. Severe antisemitic remarks were allegedly made by an American passenger directed at an Israeli traveler, leading to a physical confrontation between the two

Antisemitic Incident at Manila Airport: “Hitler Was Right"

Report: Israel discussing Gaza pullback despite public pledges

Israeli security officials reportedly discussing limited IDF withdrawals from Gaza, despite promises no pullback will occur before Hamas disarms.

Report: Israel discussing Gaza pullback despite public pledges

Ben-Gvir accuses enforcement chief of blocking Negev crackdown

The minister claims Avi Cohen is undermining illegal construction enforcement, while the authority says ministry records contradict him.

Ben-Gvir accuses enforcement chief of blocking Negev crackdown

British Columbia declares state of emergency as wildfires spread

Around 20,000 residents displaced, more under evacuation alert, in British Columbia, as 100 wildfires rage throughout the province.

British Columbia declares state of emergency as wildfires spread

Ex-Likud MK: I'd rather have Yair Golan than the haredim

Former Likud MK Dan Illouz says he would prefer to see Yair Golan as minister rather than key portfolios remain in the hands of haredi parties.

Ex-Likud MK: I'd rather have Yair Golan than the haredim

Hunter Biden reveals father’s struggle with advanced cancer

Hunter Biden says Joe Biden is in significant pain as cancer spreads to his bones, but the former president continues to push forward.

Hunter Biden reveals father’s struggle with advanced cancer

CENTCOM chief arrives in Israel for high-level security talks

US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper lands in Israel for meetings with IDF leaders, with Gaza and regional security expected to top the agenda.

CENTCOM chief arrives in Israel for high-level security talks

Passenger refuses to fly due to Shabbat

A Wizz Air flight from Rome to Ben Gurion Airport, which was due to depart, was delayed by several hours after an unusual incident occurred on the ground, minutes before takeoff.

Passenger refuses to fly due to Shabbat

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Watch: Attempted knife attack targets Israeli tent in Canada

Suspect arrested after allegedly attempting to slash Israeli festival tent in Edmonton, where anti-Israel chants filled the air.

Watch: Attempted knife attack targets Israeli tent in Canada

Drama in Samaria town

Sirens warn of suspected terrorist infiltration after suspicious vehicle breaks through Ofarim town fence.

Drama in Samaria town

Six months into Iran war

Six months into war: Cruz urges Trump to arm protesters to trigger Iran regime collapse

In an interview, Senator Ted Cruz urges the US to arm anti-government protesters to induce regime collapse in Iran, highlighting growing GOP divides over the six-month war.

Six months into war: Cruz urges Trump to arm protesters to trigger Iran regime collapse

Breach in security fence

IDF searches Kibbutz Zikim following discovery of breach in security fence

IDF troops searching Kibbutz Zikim near the Gaza border after a cut was found in its security fence, though officials report no signs of an infiltration.

IDF searches Kibbutz Zikim following discovery of breach in security fence

Bereaved father to Regev

Bereaved father confronts Miri Regev: My daughter was murdered because of you

Nissim Louk, whose daughter Shani was murdered at Nova Festival, confronts Minister Miri Regev at Mahane Yehuda Market, lashing out at her and Likud: "You brought about October 7th."

Bereaved father confronts Miri Regev: My daughter was murdered because of you

Report:

Report: Lebanon and Israel select nations to monitor Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon and Israel reportedly agree on candidate countries to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament, leaving the United States to select the final verification forces.

Report: Lebanon and Israel select nations to monitor Hezbollah disarmament

Two daily flights

United Airlines returns to Israel: Two daily flights to New York

American carrier United Airlines is resuming flights to Israel. Starting September 8, the airline will restart service on its Newark-Tel Aviv route.

United Airlines returns to Israel: Two daily flights to New York

'A deceptive scheme'

'A deceptive scheme': Zini's warning to the Cabinet

The head of the Shin Bet, the head of IDF Military Intelligence's Research Division, and senior ministers warn during a Cabinet meeting against the US-backed Gaza document.

'A deceptive scheme': Zini's warning to the Cabinet

US official reports progress in Strait of Hormuz accord

US official confirms progress in Oman-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, noting Washington will lift its blockade once a deal is finalized.

US official reports progress in Strait of Hormuz accord

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Report: IDF concealed Hezbollah drone strike which violated ceasefire

Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at IDF troops in southern Lebanon in a ceasefire violation, which Israel's military chose not to publicize. IDF: We will not publish any information that could jeopardize our forces.

Report: IDF concealed Hezbollah drone strike which violated ceasefire