US Embassy in Israel: Avoid large gatherings and demonstrations
US Embassy in Israel warns citizens of 'complex' security situation, urges Americans in Israel to listen to local authorities, avoid large crowds and demonstrations.
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Bereaved father to ISA chief:
Bereaved father to ISA chief: The people do not deserve for you to hold them hostage
Eliyahu Libman, bereaved father and Kiryat Arba leader, calls on ISA chief Ronen Bar to step down, says his failure to warn of the massacre will never be forgiven. 'Those who back you are doing so out of great wickedness.'
Israeli Left once again urges civil disobedience
At rally calling for hostages' return, Yesh Atid chief MK Yair Lapid calls for 'tax rebellion,' urges civil disobedience; Democrats chief MK Yair Golan calls to 'paralyze the economy.'
External team to implement lessons of October 7th massacre
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has announced that a group of reservist officers will be responsible for implementing lessons learned from the lengthy investigative process that the IDF carried out regarding the massacre.
Missile launched from Yemen falls in Saudi Arabia
Missile fired from Yemen towards Israel lands in Saudi Arabia; country's air defense says US forces intercepted the missile.
Steve Witkoff's surprising statement
US special envoy Steve Witkoff says Hamas may be allowed to have a political say if it lays down its weapons.
Following barrage on Metula:
IDF strikes dozens of targets in Lebanon following barrage on Metula
For the first time in over three months, Hezbollah launches barrage towards Metula; three intercepted. 'The law for Metula is the law for Beirut.'
Hostage Forum families:
Hostage Forum families and survivors demand government end war, secure release of hostages
Dozens of former hostages and over 250 family members of those still held captive call on the Israeli government to immediately end the war in Gaza and renew the effort to bring all hostages home.
IDF strikes Syrian military bases to neutralize threats
IDF strikes military strategic capabilities that remained at the Syrian military bases of Tadmur and T4, says it "will continue to act in order to remove any threat posed to the citizens of the State of Israel".
Missile from Yemen intercepted outside Israeli territory
Sirens sounded in localities across central Israel, Jerusalem and the Shfela regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says a missile launched from Yemen was intercepted by the IAF prior to crossing into Israeli territory.
Israeli killed in avalanche at French ski resort
French media report that Israeli was killed in an avalanche outside the Villaroger ski resort in the Savoie region of the French Alps.
IDF strikes Hamas launcher near humanitarian area in Al-Furqan
IDF strikes launcher from which two projectiles were launched toward Israeli territory in the area of Al-Furqan in northern Gaza. "This is further evidence of Hamas' systematic exploitation of civilians."
'Qatar-Gate':
'Qatar-Gate': PM aides Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein detained
Cleared for publication: The two suspects who were detained for questioning in the "Qatar-Gate" affair are Yonatan Urich, a senior adviser to the Prime Minister, and Eli Feldstein, the Prime Minister's Office spokesperson and a key suspect in the case.
IDF and ISA eliminate head of Hamas' Military Intelligence in southern Gaza
IDF and Shin Bet announce they conducted an intelligence-based strike on Thursday and eliminated terrorist Osama Tabash, who planned and coordinated targets and infiltration objectives during the October 7th Massacre.
Poll:
Poll: More than half of Gazans would leave if given chance
52% of Gaza residents plan to temporarily or permanently leave the Gaza Strip, a survey published by the Telegraph shows.
Minister Ben Gvir at Western Wall: 'We won't tolerate terrorism and incitement'
'No PLO flags or protests supporting terrorism. Jews deserve freedom of movement, Jewish Quarter should not suffer during Ramadan,' Minister Ben Gvir clarifies.
Poll:
Poll: Majority of Israelis support fighting until deal can be reached
New poll shows 57% of Israelis believe IDF should continue fighting powerfully in Gaza until Hamas agrees to release all hostages still held captive in Gaza.
Watch:
Watch: Maglan Unit troops work to thwart terror in Shechem
IDF forces arrest over 15 wanted suspects in Shechem area, interrogate dozens more suspects and confiscate weapons.
Israeli President congratulates WIZ owner on historic exit
Israeli President Isaac Herzog congratulates WIZ CEO Assaf Rappaport on historic exit: 'This is an unimaginable achievement – I salute you.'
New mikveh to be built in Debrecen, Hungary
Debrecen, Hungary, announces construction of new mikveh in historic Jewish quarter. 'This represents more than just a building project - it's a symbol of renewal.'
Indictment filed against Gan Ner terrorist
Isser Jaramana, 26 years old from Jenin, indicted following attack on elderly couple last month.
IDF reservist severely injured during operation in Shechem
IDF reservist severely injured during exchange of fire with terrorists in Shechem is receiving medical treatment at hospital.
Moving:
Moving: Singer Ishay Ribo dedicates song to family of hostage Omer Neutra
Singer Ishay Ribo participates in 'Songs for their return' evening in Jerusalem, dedicating song to the family of murdered hostage Omer Neutra, who was killed in the October 7 massacre and whose body was kidnapped to Gaza. Watch.
Eli Sharabi:
Eli Sharabi: 'Saying Shema Yisrael in captivity gave me strength'
Hamas captivity survivor Eli Sharabi visits Lubavitcher Rebbe's gravesite, reciting the Kaddish prayer. 'With faith and unity, we can overcome anything.'
Knesset opposition appeals to Supreme Court over ISA chief's firing
Yesh Atid, National Unity, Yisrael Beytenu, and Democrats file appeal with Supreme Court, demanding that the court issue an order preventing ISA chief Ronen Bar's dismissal.
Heathrow airport shuts down due to fire
Massive fire breaks out at London's Heathrow Airport, causing day-long shutdown expected to affect at least 200,000 passengers.
Report: Egypt willing to temporarily accept half a million Gazans
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi offers to temporarily house half a million Gazans in northern Sinai.
Common history and strategic partnership:
Common history and strategic partnership: How Israel and Azerbaijan became close allies
A newly-released Israeli Foreign Ministry report details the deepening ties between Israel and Azerbaijan, spanning energy, economy, and diplomacy, while highlighting Azerbaijan’s unique support for its Jewish community.
Calls for stability
Germany reopens embassy in Damascus, emphasizes stability in Syria
Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock reopens her country’s embassy in Damascus, marking the first time in 13 years that Germany has had a diplomatic presence in Syria.
New report reveals:
New report reveals: Antisemitic incidents in Switzerland surged 43% in 2024
New report highlights 221 antisemitic incidents in Switzerland in 2024, a sharp rise from 155 incidents which were recorded in 2023 and from just 57 in 2022.
European Council urges:
European Council urges immediate ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza
European Council says it "deplores" both the recent breakdown of the ceasefire in Gaza as well as Hamas' refusal to release hostages, calls for full implementation of the ceasefire.
Paris:
Paris: Arson attack on kosher market which was attacked in 2015
Hyper Cacher, the Paris kosher supermarket that was the scene of a terror attack in 2015, set ablaze in an arson attack.
In Norooz message
Iranian Crown Prince extends hand of friendship to Israel in Norooz message
Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, delivers Norooz message calling for a free and peaceful Iran, extending a hand of friendship to Israel and neighboring countries.
Trump signs order shutting down US Department of Education
US President signs executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to “take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education and return education authority to the states.”
Shin Bet head to ministers:
Head of Shin Bet to ministers: The legal institutions will determine my future
The head of the Shin Bet does not attend the government meeting discussing his dismissal but sends a letter criticizing the decision to fire him, hinting he would be unfazed by the ministers' decision.
Firing of ISA Chief:
Firing of ISA Chief: Thousands protest outside Cabinet meeting
The protesters, some of whom affiliate with the anti-government Kaplan protest movement, chanted against the judicial reform and slowed down traffic, causing ministers to arrive late to the meeting.
After being ignored
After being ignored on 10.7: IDF lookouts to be integrated into intelligence array
As part of the lessons learned from the October 7th Massacre the Intelligence Directorate's Unit 9900 has begun passing intelligence information directly to the lookouts' operations centers.
Report:
Report: Israeli delegation heads to White House for Iran strategy talks
Senior Israeli and US officials to discuss Iran nuclear threat amid low expectations for a new deal.
White House:
White House: Trump 'fully supports' IDF actions in Gaza
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says current situation is "completely the fault of Hamas" and the US fully backs the resumption of IDF operation in Gaza this week.
IDF expands ground operation to Rafah
IDF troops have begun conducting ground activity in the area of "Shabura" in Rafah, the military announced.
