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Haim Ramon:

Haim Ramon: Bennett, too, was a partner in the policy of funding Hamas through Qatar

After Bennett accuses Netanyahu of assisting Qatar in funding terrorism, Ramon reminds him: You were a cabinet member, Defense Minister, and Prime Minister when the funds were transferred to Hamas.

Haim Ramon: Bennett, too, was a partner in the policy of funding Hamas through Qatar

IDF strikes military capabilities at Syrian military bases

For the second time in recent days, the IDF strikes military capabilities that remained at the Syrian military bases of Tadmur and T4.

IDF strikes military capabilities at Syrian military bases

Over pro-Palestinian protest

Northwestern professor denied tenure after pro-Palestinian protest involvement

Professor at Northwestern University, who was involved in pro-Palestinian Arab student protests last year, announces he was denied tenure and will not have his position renewed in April 2026.

Northwestern professor denied tenure after pro-Palestinian protest involvement

Over ties to Hamas terror

Hostage families file suit against Columbia protesters for ties to Hamas terror

Families of hostages abducted by Hamas on October 7 file lawsuit against Mahmoud Khalil and several student groups, accuse them of "aiding and abetting Hamas' continuing acts of international terrorism".

Hostage families file suit against Columbia protesters for ties to Hamas terror

Security lapse

White House reviews lapse after journalist added to chat discussing Houthi strikes

White House reviewing how Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was mistakenly added to a group chat discussing plans for US strikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen.

White House reviews lapse after journalist added to chat discussing Houthi strikes

Incident in Susya:

Oscar-winning anti-Israel filmmaker arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks at IDF troops

Director Yuval Abraham claims that Hamdan Ballal, co-creator of "No Other Land," was attacked by Jews and then arrested by soldiers. IDF spokesperson clarifies that Ballal was arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks at IDF troops.

Oscar-winning anti-Israel filmmaker arrested on suspicion of throwing rocks at IDF troops

Goldknopf resigns - but not from the Housing Ministry

In an official letter submitted to the Government Secretary, Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf announces his resignation from his position as a minister in the Prime Minister's Office.

Goldknopf resigns - but not from the Housing Ministry

Minister Kisch refuses to award professor who appealed against Israel in ICC

Minister of Education Yoav Kisch is refusing to present the Israel Prize for Sociology to Prof. Eva Illouz, who signed an appeal against Israel unless she apologizes.

Minister Kisch refuses to award professor who appealed against Israel in ICC

John Fetterman:

John Fetterman: 'This war is Hamas’ choice and my full support follows Israel'

Democratic Senator from Pennsylvania reiterates his support for Israel in response to elimination of Hamas leaders over the last week.

John Fetterman: 'This war is Hamas’ choice and my full support follows Israel'

Ben-Gvir demands:

Ben-Gvir demands government inspection committee into Ronen Bar's actions

After learning that the ISA reportedly opened an investigation into him and the police, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is asking for the government to create a committee to inspect ISA Director Ronen Bar's conduct.

Ben-Gvir demands government inspection committee into Ronen Bar's actions

Missile launched from Yemen intercepted over Jordan

Sirens activated in central Israel, Gush Etzion, and more areas in response to latest attack by the Houthis in Yemen.

Missile launched from Yemen intercepted over Jordan

'The issue is not judicable'

Government calls on court to reject petitions against ISA chief's dismissal

In its reply to the requests for an interim ruling on the petitions against the dismissal of the ISA Director Ronen Bar, the government claims that it has the power to dismiss him and therefore it can not be petitioned.

Government calls on court to reject petitions against ISA chief's dismissal

US Justice Department:

US Justice Department: Mahmoud Khalil hid UNRWA ties in green card application

US government says Columbia U. protest leader hid multiple items, including connections to UNRWA and membership in CUAD, on his visa application, and this is grounds to deport him.

US Justice Department: Mahmoud Khalil hid UNRWA ties in green card application

2 rockets fired at Israel from Gaza

Islamic Jihad claims responsibility for rocket launches against Israel. No casualties reported after both projectiles were intercepted.

2 rockets fired at Israel from Gaza

Because of the 'deep state'

Because of the 'deep state' | Avi Maoz steps down as deputy minister

In his letter of resignation as Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, the Noam MK claimed that most promises made to him in the coalition agreement were not kept.

Because of the 'deep state' | Avi Maoz steps down as deputy minister

Hamas video:

Hamas publishes signs of life from hostages Yosef Haim Ohana and Elkana Bohbot

The Hamas terror organization published a video with a sign of life from Yosef Haim Ohana and Elkana Bohbot who were abducted on October 7th, 2023.

Hamas publishes signs of life from hostages Yosef Haim Ohana and Elkana Bohbot

Indiana Representative in Binyamin:

Indiana Representative in Binyamin: 'Full support for Israel's sovereignty here'

Indiana State Representative Craig Haggard promised Yisrael Ganz: "I will introduce a bill to use the term 'Judea and Samaria.'" Regarding the application of sovereignty, he stated: "This is the biblical homeland of the Jewish people. We support your right to sovereignty."

Indiana Representative in Binyamin: 'Full support for Israel's sovereignty here'

Watch:

Watch: IDF strikes pickup trucks used by Hamas terrorists in October 7th Massacre

The IDF and ISA struck over 100 pickup trucks used to infiltrate Israeli territory, murder, and abduct Israeli civilians as well as other terrorist purposes.

Watch: IDF strikes pickup trucks used by Hamas terrorists in October 7th Massacre

Lockheed Martin

Israel signs deal with Lockheed Martin to install tech on CH-53K 'Pere' helicopters

Defense Ministry signs deal worth hundreds of millions of sollars with Lockheed Martin-Sikorsky for integration of Israeli systems on CH-53K "Pere" helicopters.

Israel signs deal with Lockheed Martin to install tech on CH-53K 'Pere' helicopters

Netanyahu suffers scratch to eye, to be treated with only eye drops

Hearing in PM's trial paused so he could undergo medical examination for eye discomfort. A small scratch was discovered on his cornea.

Netanyahu suffers scratch to eye, to be treated with only eye drops

Eric Adams:

Eric Adams: 'There's an antisemite running for NYC mayor'

Incumbent mayor warns one of the candidates seeking his job is 'spewing antisemitism' in meeting with Jewish leaders.

Eric Adams: 'There's an antisemite running for NYC mayor'

Minister: Itshak Waserlauf:

Minister: Itshak Waserlauf: 'Law will bring to justice all those who attempted a coup'

Negev and Galilee Minister Itshak Waserlauf slams opposition MKs Benny Gantz, Yair Lapid, for calling for rebellion and attempting coup in undemocratic fashion.

Minister: Itshak Waserlauf: 'Law will bring to justice all those who attempted a coup'

UK:

Hooded thug rips mezuza off London synagogue and kosher restaurant

Hooded thug rips mezuza off London synagogue and kosher restaurant, in what restaurant owner calls, 'an antisemitic hate crime.'

Hooded thug rips mezuza off London synagogue and kosher restaurant

Confirmed: Ismail Barhoum, top Hamas official, eliminated

IDF, ISA, eliminate successor to Hamas' head of government and head of finances and institutions.

Confirmed: Ismail Barhoum, top Hamas official, eliminated

Edward Yusufov, southern resident who spied for Iran, is indicted

Netivot resident Edward Yusufov, 65, indicted after carrying out surveillance and photography tasks.

Edward Yusufov, southern resident who spied for Iran, is indicted

Moshe "Musa" Horn named as victim of shooting attack

Moshe Horn, 85, of Kibbutz Hazore'a, named as victim of Hatishbi Junction shooting attack.

Moshe "Musa" Horn named as victim of shooting attack

En route to training:

Border Police officer: 'This is how we eliminated terrorist'

'We arrived with two vehicles and aligned behind them until we killed the terrorist,' officer of team that eliminated terrorist relates.

Border Police officer: 'This is how we eliminated terrorist'

Over 300 at summit calling for action against antisemitism

CAM launches FACE campus plan to combat antisemitism on campuses at NYC emergency summit attended by hundreds of students.

Over 300 at summit calling for action against antisemitism

Report: Israel intending to conquer additional areas of Gaza

Wall Street Journal report says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intends to expand war into Gaza, out of a belief that Hamas can now be defeated.

Report: Israel intending to conquer additional areas of Gaza

Report: Hamas claims it will accept Egyptian ceasefire proposal

Hamas source says terror group willing to accept Egyptian ceasefire proposal, which would see IDF end strikes on Hamas, gradually withdraw from Gaza, in exchange for information on hostages and talks on timetable for their release.

Report: Hamas claims it will accept Egyptian ceasefire proposal

Watch:

Watch: Armed terrorist runs, shoots, and is shot

Footage shows Yokne'am terrorist, who murdered a 70-year-old and severely injured a 20-year-old, running armed and firing towards civilians - and the moment he is neutralized.

Watch: Armed terrorist runs, shoots, and is shot

US makes 'final offer' to Egypt to accept Gazans

Arab report says US sent Egypt 'final offer' to accept hundreds of thousands of Gazans - and that if Egypt refuses the offer will be made to another country.

US makes 'final offer' to Egypt to accept Gazans

Indictment filed against 4 kindergarten teachers for abuse of toddlers in daycare center

Attorney General’s Office files indictment against four kindergarten teachers from Tzafririm daycare center in Lod, for physical and mental abuse of toddlers.

Indictment filed against 4 kindergarten teachers for abuse of toddlers in daycare center

UK:

Sewage worker fired after calling Hamas 'disgusting terrorists' in post on 10/7 attack

'They said my words were ‘derogatory’—but how can opposing a terrorist group be one-sided?' dismissed sewage worker Damon Joshua asks.

Sewage worker fired after calling Hamas 'disgusting terrorists' in post on 10/7 attack

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: ISA chief undermining democracy, reminiscent of dark regimes

Prime Minister harshly attacks ISA chief over reports of investigation against police and Minister Ben Gvir on suspicion of sabotage. 'Reminiscent of dark regimes.'

Netanyahu: ISA chief undermining democracy, reminiscent of dark regimes

Former Justice Minister:

Former Justice Minister: This is how the law allowing ISA chief's dismissal was born

Former Justice Minister Haim Ramon recalls how then-Deputy Attorney General Meni Mazuz insisted that the Israeli government be able to dismiss an ISA chief - even without stating a reason for the dismissal.

Former Justice Minister: This is how the law allowing ISA chief's dismissal was born

Explosive device found in Palestinian Authority village, terrorist arrested

Security forces arrest terrorist found to possess large homemade explosive device, weapons parts, and ammunition.

Explosive device found in Palestinian Authority village, terrorist arrested

US Education Secretary:

US Education Secretary: Columbia 'on right track' for funding restoration

Education Secretary Linda McMahon says Columbia University is making progress toward regaining federal funding following the institution’s agreement to implement key policy changes demanded by the Trump administration.

US Education Secretary: Columbia 'on right track' for funding restoration

Minister Dichter:

Dichter: The time has come to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Agriculture and Food Security Minister Avi Dichter holds meeting with the heads of the authorities in the Yesha Council, discusses with them the development of agriculture in the communities in the region.

Dichter: The time has come to apply sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

Benny Begin:

Benny Begin urges elections: Netanyahu seeks to rule, not govern

Former minister and son of the first Likud Prime Minister launches a sharp attack on the current prime minister, calls for early elections.

Benny Begin urges elections: Netanyahu seeks to rule, not govern