Herzog:
Herzog: Peace achievable if countries stand together against Tehran
At Ramadan Iftar, President Herzog urges expansion of Abraham Accords, backs President Trump plan and warns of emergency over Arab society violence.
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For rocket production
Hamas' new smuggling route exposed
The organization has abandoned its old methods of smuggling through tunnels and trucks, now using dedicated containers that float on the sea to transfer strategic materials into the Gaza Strip.
Protests to reignite?
Protests to reignite? Haredi yeshiva student arrested in Be'er Sheva
Daniel Pinto, a 28-year-old haredi yeshiva student from Be'er Sheva, was arrested, brought before an officer at Military Prison 10, and was sentenced to three days' detention.
Tragedy in Beit Shemesh: Infant chokes to death
A nine-month-old baby girl choked during a meal and was rushed to Shaare Zedek Hospital. After prolonged resuscitation efforts, doctors were forced to pronounce her dead.
Ashdod refinery disaster
Ashdod refinery disaster: Suspect arrested for 'Murder with Indifference'
The police arrested the equipment supplier for the oil refinery where two women died, and decided to upgrade the allegation against him to 'murder with indifference'. The suspect denies the allegations.
As threats loom:
As threats loom: New underground hospital opens in Tel Aviv
New underground complex at Assuta Ramat Hachayal has the capacity for 200 beds, ensuring continuous care even under a significant missile threat.
Policeman injured in hit-and-run incident at Tapuah Junction
A truck collided this evening (Monday) with a police force operating in the Tapuah Junction area and fled the scene.
Apple purchases rights to new Israeli drama series - Unconditional
In one of Keshet International's largest deals for an original program, Unconditional will premiere worldwide on Apple TV on May 8th.
156 cannabis plants
Bnei Brak goes green: 156 cannabis plants found in apartment
Police found 156 cannabis plants, weighing a total of 31 kilograms, in a drug laboratory in an apartment in Bnei Brak.
Netanyahu
Netanyahu: 'We'll respond to Iran with unimaginable force'
The Prime Minister speaks in response to the 40-signature debate convened by the opposition and speaks about the strength of Israel and the partnership with the US.
Bank of Israel leaves interest rate unchanged at 4%; Finance Minister Attacks
The Monetary Committee of the Bank of Israel decided to leave the interest rate unchanged at 4%. The Finance Minister sharply criticized the decision.
Report:
Report: Attempted 'soft coup' against Khamenei uncovered
Reports detail an alleged internal bid led by Hassan Rouhani to sideline Iran’s Supreme Leader as protests commenced across the country.
Gerald Ford near Crete
US evacuates workers from Lebanon; Aircraft Carrier Gerald Ford near Crete
More than 200 American fighter jets are already in the area, and the "Ford" aircraft carrier has been spotted near Crete. Secretary of State Rubio has postponed his visit to Israel by two days.
Watch: Illegal Arabs discovered in trunk of car
Shu'afat resident, age 40, indicted for transporting illegal Palestinian Authority Arabs into Israel.
Concerning trend
Concerning trend: Growing number of young people diagnosed with cancer
A new Knesset report reveals that between 2018-2022, about 19,600 young adults aged 18-44 were diagnosed with cancer in Israel, making up around 16% of all cancer patients.
Competition Authority:
Competition Authority: El Al to be fined NIS 109 million
Competition Authority considering imposing a heavy financial sanction on El Al after it refused to grant Arkia access to hangars during the war, in a way that could have harmed competition and the traveling public.
'You're being poisoned':
Knesset health committee warns of toxic Palestinian produce entering Israel
Knesset Health Committee finds many Palestinian Authority agricultural products entering Israel contaminated with banned pesticides linked to cancer, Parkinson’s, damage to liver and kidneys, and developmental harm in children.
Dangerous driving:
65 young drivers killed in 2025
65 young drivers were killed in 2025, a 67% increase compared to 2016; Friday and Saturday are the deadliest days.
Eliya Cohen shares footage of his return to Israel
One year after his release, Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen shares new footage from the helicopter which brought him to an Israeli hospital following his return to Israel.
Gaza terrorists violate ceasefire - again
In third incident in three days, Gaza terrorists violate ceasefire, threatening IDF forces.
OpenAI employees warned about Canada shooting suspect months ago
ChatGPT company chose not to inform authorities about Jesse Van Rootselaar’s descriptions of violence in June 2025.
Woman who killed four-year-old gets one year in prison
Court sentences Carol Fassler, convicted of abandonment in hit-and-run which killed four-year-old Rafael Adana, to one year in prison and slap-on-the-wrist fine.
Fire breaks out at Lizhensk guest tent
Fire breaks out at the tomb of Rabbi Elimelech of Lizhensk in Poland, during preparations for the annual event.
Message of sovereignty and history:
Israeli flag raised for the first time atop Mount Sartaba in the Jordan Valley
A giant Israeli flag was raised for the first time atop Mount Sartaba in the Jordan Valley, in a move led by the Ministry of Heritage, as part of symbolic activities at historic sites in Judea and Samaria.
Mid-war:
Report: AG takes aim at Shin Bet chief's freedom of action
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's office preparing legal opinion to ban Shin Bet chief David Zini from dealing with Gaza-related issues, journalist Yaakov Bardugo reports.
Tragedy while on vacation:
Suspected hit-and-run while on vacation in New Zealand
73-year-old Israeli woman killed in a road accident in Te Anau, South New Zealand.
IDF concludes operation area near Rafah 'yellow line'
IDF dismantles underground tunnel route along 'yellow line,' clears threats where it runs through Rafah area.
IDF officials against UNIFIL
UNIFIL does more harm than good, Israel prefers to communicate directly with Lebanese Army, security officials say.
No surprise:
No surprise: Kim Jong Un re-elected as head of North Korea's Workers' Party
Kim Jong Un has been re-elected as general secretary of North Korea’s Workers’ Party, emphasizing nuclear strength and economic development.
Former CIA chief:
Former CIA chief: Iran strikes will not bring regime change
Former CIA Director David Petraeus cautions that military strikes on Iran, while potentially damaging, will not lead to regime change.
Hamas nearing decision on new leader
Hamas is nearing a decision on its new leader, with Khaled Mashaal and Khalil al-Hayya vying for the role.
Coalition to advance 'Ben Gvir Law'
The coalition has decided to advance a law that would prevent the Supreme Court from reviewing ministerial appointments, except in exceptional cases.
Bnei Brak:
Minor arrested on suspicion of overturning police car in Bnei Brak
Detectives arrest 15-year-old suspected of involvement in overturning a police car during the civil unrest in Bnei Brak.
Four years of war:
Four years of war: Around 40 Jewish sites damaged in Ukraine
Jewish community of Ukraine notes that many sites are inaccessible for inspection, and in some areas, there are concerns about unexploded landmines.
Report:
Report: Trump mulling targeted Iran strike, then a larger attack
The New York Times reports that President Trump is considering a larger military strike on Iran if negotiations fail or an initial attack backfires.
Rep. Scott Perry to Arutz Sheva: Iran can't be trusted
U.S. Congressman Scott Perry tells Arutz Sheva that negotiations with Iran needed to address not only direct attacks against Israel, but also the funding of proxies and agents as far away as the USA.
Three Years Later:
Three Years Later: Roadside memorial for brothers murdered in Huwara
Three years after the attack that shocked the country, today their parents, family members, public figures and hundreds gathered at the site of the killing of Hallel and Yigal Yaniv in Huwara.
How Hamas works to incite unrest - from Turkey
Defense Minister Israel Katz signs order designating Hamas-linked networks as terror groups to curb online incitement during Ramadan.
Rep. Higgins in Jerusalem: Iran must 'agree to our terms'
In an Arutz Sheva interview while visiting Israel, Rep. Clay Higgins stresses US-Israel unity, warns Iran over compliance, and voices faith in Netanyahu and Trump.
Tragedy:
Border Police officer Ori Mechtaiev killed in accident discharge incident
Police suspect the gunfire was accidental, occurring as the victim and another officer were playing with their weapons.
