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80 wanted suspects arrested in Judea and Samaria this week

In counterterror operations in Judea and Samaria, security forces eliminated two terrorists, apprehended approximately 80 wanted suspects, and confiscated dozens of weapons, including explosive devices, munitions, and additional combat equipment.

80 wanted suspects arrested in Judea and Samaria this week

Hagari leaves the IDF:

Hagari leaves the IDF: 'Keep the IDF above any argument or controversy'

IDF Chief of Staff bid farewell to outgoing IDF Spokesperson, RAdm. Daniel Hagari, and noted the complex period in which he served.

Hagari leaves the IDF: 'Keep the IDF above any argument or controversy'

Ben-Gvir demands:

Ben-Gvir demands: 'AG must turn over all docs related to investigation against me'

National Security Minister calls on Supreme Court to order the Attorney General to disclose all material related to the Shin Bet investigation against him. 'Shock to every citizens in a democratic country,'

Ben-Gvir demands: 'AG must turn over all docs related to investigation against me'

Tel Sultan

Watch: IDF troops locate 25-barrel rocket launcher in Rafah

The forces located mortars in a Hamas infrastructure site that used to serve as the al-Fadallah School. A rocket launcher with 25 barrels was found in the area as well.

Watch: IDF troops locate 25-barrel rocket launcher in Rafah

With schools' support:

With schools' support: Hundreds of pairs of tefillin distributed to Israeli schools

In coordination with schools across Israel, Chabad-Lubavitch emissaries are providing pairs of tefillin to students who expressed interest following the Ramat Gan tefillin saga.

With schools' support: Hundreds of pairs of tefillin distributed to Israeli schools

Yaakov Hagoel to Arutz Sheva:

Yaakov Hagoel to Arutz Sheva: Turning the crisis into connection for Jews all over

The Chairman of the World Zionist Organization, Yaakov Hagoel, explains the importance of the World Zionist Congress elections and describes steps taken to connect Jews around the world to Israel.

Yaakov Hagoel to Arutz Sheva: Turning the crisis into connection for Jews all over

Two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen

Sirens sound in central Israel and the Jerusalem area after Yemeni Houthis launch two ballistic missiles towards Israel; reports of fallen shrapnel near Mevo Horon, near Arab community, and in Gezer.

Two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen

Police refuse to carry out AG's investigation

A police statement clarified that the police will not open an investigation into the breach of the Sde Teiman airbase without an official request to the Police Commissioner.

Police refuse to carry out AG's investigation

'Race to the bottom' is breaking records for hilarity

Journalists question urgency of appealing to Supreme Court over changes to Judicial Selection Committee, noting law will only take effect after new elections are held. 'You want to appeal, appeal. Why embarrass yourselves?'

'Race to the bottom' is breaking records for hilarity

Religious Zionist party demands Ben-Gvir leave Knesset

Coalition parties clash over attempts to return Tzvi Succot to the Knesset by having another MK take a position as a minister instead.

Religious Zionist party demands Ben-Gvir leave Knesset

Israel begins daylight saving time

At 2:00 a.m., Israelis will move their clocks one hour forward switching to 'summer time' until the end of October.

Israel begins daylight saving time

Vizhnitz Rebbe released from hospital

Vizhnitzer Rebbe, hospitalized since Purim following operation, is released from the hospital.

Vizhnitz Rebbe released from hospital

In Yatir Forest excavations:

Ancient, unique clay jug featuring camel decorations unearthed in Yatir Forest excavations

Ancient clay jug featuring red camel decorations and estimated to be around 1,200 years old discovered in excavations in the Yatir Forest. 'Depiction of camels on the vessel highlights the importance of the animal.'

Ancient, unique clay jug featuring camel decorations unearthed in Yatir Forest excavations

Minutes after it passed:

Minutes after it passed: Opposition MKs appeal changes to Judicial Selection Committee

Yesh Atid MKs appeal to Supreme Court after Knesset passes bill to change composition of Judicial Selection Committee, hand control back to the Israeli public.

Minutes after it passed: Opposition MKs appeal changes to Judicial Selection Committee

Bereaved families demand a public inquiry committee

Over 300 bereaved parents and parents of hostages approached the President calling for the establishment of a mutually agreed inquiry committee.

Bereaved families demand a public inquiry committee

'Dangerous for Jews'

'Dangerous for Jews': Azerbaijani rabbi slams assault of rabbi in France

Rabbi Zamir Isayev slams France following attack on Orléans rabbi, says France's left-wing government 'only issues statements without doing enough to protect the community.'

'Dangerous for Jews': Azerbaijani rabbi slams assault of rabbi in France

Nationwide raids

Iraqi forces capture seven ISIS terrorists in nationwide raids

Iraqi security forces arrest seven wanted ISIS terrorists in a series of counter-terror operations in the provinces of Anbar, Kirkuk, and Nineveh.

Iraqi forces capture seven ISIS terrorists in nationwide raids

New legislation

Oklahoma Senate passes bills to protect Jewish students, combat antisemitism

Oklahoma state Senate passes two key bills aimed at safeguarding Jewish students and addressing antisemitism on college campuses. Republican state Senator Kristen Thompson: "Antisemitism has no place in our state."

Oklahoma Senate passes bills to protect Jewish students, combat antisemitism

Brazil Supreme Court orders Bolsonaro to stand trial for alleged coup plot

Brazil's Supreme Court justices unanimously rule to put former President Jair Bolsonaro on trial over allegations of an attempted coup following his 2022 election defeat.

Brazil Supreme Court orders Bolsonaro to stand trial for alleged coup plot

After year and a half in captivity:

After a year and a half in captivity: Or Levy recounts the moment he met his son

Captivity survivor Or Levy speaks in a film set to air on Channel 13 on Thursday about the moment he met his son after a year and a half in captivity and the moment he realized his wife had been murdered in the massacre.

After a year and a half in captivity: Or Levy recounts the moment he met his son

After 483 days:

After 483 days: Captivity survivors fulfill their promise from the Gaza tunnel

Omer Wenkert and Liam Or, who were released from Hamas captivity, visit the beach together, as they had planned during their time in the tunnels. "483 days later, our big moment has arrived."

After 483 days: Captivity survivors fulfill their promise from the Gaza tunnel

Hamas announces:

Hamas announces: Spokesman Abdul Latif Al-Qanou eliminated in Jabalia

Hamas says its spokesperson, Abdul Latif Al-Qanou, was eliminated in an Israeli strike in northern Gaza.

Hamas announces: Spokesman Abdul Latif Al-Qanou eliminated in Jabalia

In Germany

Captivity survivor criticizes Red Cross in German Parliament

Ohad Ben Ami, who was released in the most recent hostage deal, arrives at the German Parliament and meets with the German President: "I ask you to help us bring everyone home."

Captivity survivor criticizes Red Cross in German Parliament

President Herzog:

President Herzog: 'Jewish Unity Has Never Been More Important'

As part of Antisemitism Awareness Week, President Isaac Herzog hosted Jewish leaders and friends of Israel from around the world and called for collective action against antisemitism and emphasized the critical importance of Jewish unity.

President Herzog: 'Jewish Unity Has Never Been More Important'

Watch:

Watch: Terrorist arrested less than a day after ramming attempt

IDF, Shin Bet, and police operation leads to quick capture of terrorist who attempted to run over 2 pedestrians last night.

Watch: Terrorist arrested less than a day after ramming attempt

Tufts University student arrested, has visa revoked

Tufts University officials report that an international student at the university has been detained by federal officials and had their visa revoked.

Tufts University student arrested, has visa revoked

4 US soldiers found dead after going missing in Lithuania

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announces deaths of 4 soldiers who went missing during a training exercise at a base 6 miles from the border with Russian ally Belarus.

4 US soldiers found dead after going missing in Lithuania

Uproar in Tel Aviv:

Deputy mayor tries to remove a tefillin stand in memory of Nova victims, sparking outroar

Tel Aviv deputy mayor Meital Lehavi posts video as she tries to remove a tefillin stand in memory of Nova Festival victims, sparking an outroar. Victims' family responds in pain.

Deputy mayor tries to remove a tefillin stand in memory of Nova victims, sparking outroar

The Defense Minister's dramatic warning to Gazans

Minister Israel Katz calls on residents of Gaza to learn from their fellow Gazans who demonstrated against Hamas in Beit Lahia and demand the removal of Hamas and the freeing of the hostages.

The Defense Minister's dramatic warning to Gazans

Trump Admin. pushes Columbia to double down on mask ban

Government demands Columbia Unviersity fulfill its agreement to take steps to protect Jewish students after the school's interim president assured faculty there is no mask ban.

Trump Admin. pushes Columbia to double down on mask ban

Auto shop owners charged with planting IEDs for insurance agents

Two brothers from Umm al-Fahm were arrested on suspicion of hiding dozens of explosive devices near insurance agencies and the homes of agents.

Auto shop owners charged with planting IEDs for insurance agents

'The government is silent - and the cult wins'

Israel has not yet submitted an official request to bring Lev Tahor children home, report reveals.

'The government is silent - and the cult wins'

Young hasid returns suitcase with diamonds, $100,000 to rightful owner

'He was ecstatic when we called him; when he opened it, he couldn't believe his eyes, he was happy,' Shmira volunteer says of businessman who lost his bag.

Young hasid returns suitcase with diamonds, $100,000 to rightful owner

Who will lead the ISA after Ronen Bar?

The Prime Minister has begun interviewing four candidates to take over the position once Bar's service concludes.

Who will lead the ISA after Ronen Bar?

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Israel has become a fact of life for the Arab states'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reviews the dramatic changes the war has brought about so far across the Middle East.

Netanyahu: 'Israel has become a fact of life for the Arab states'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Israeli Navy

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Israeli Navy, stresses goal is 'to stop its enemies from disrupting everyday life for Israel's citizens and residents.'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Israeli Navy

Indictment filed against terrorists who carried out attacks in Judea and Samaria

Three terrorists who carried out a number of terror attacks in the past two years, against both Israeli soldiers and citizens, are indicted.

Indictment filed against terrorists who carried out attacks in Judea and Samaria

Protesters outside justice's home:

Protesters outside justice's home: 'Enough interference in government decisions'

Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Supreme Court Justice Gila Canfy Steinitz, demanding she cease interference in government decisions. 'In a sane world, ISA chief would have stepped down or been fired a day after the massacre.'

Protesters outside justice's home: 'Enough interference in government decisions'

Reservists ordered not to report for duty with personal handguns

IDF Home Front Command reservists have been ordered not to carry their personal handguns while on duty after several accidental shootings.

Reservists ordered not to report for duty with personal handguns

Tragedy in northern Israel:

Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin, 19, dies

Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin, 19 years old from Jerusalem, declared dead after collapsing following training exercise in northern Israel. IDF investigating.

Sergeant Yosef Haim Tzvi Serlin, 19, dies