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Former Defense Minister:

Former Defense Minister: 'There was intelligence on the massacre, they didn't alert me'

Former defense minister Yoav Gallant was interviewed this morning and offered a glimpse into the functioning of the political and security leadership in the days and hours that preceded the October 7th massacre.

Former Defense Minister: 'There was intelligence on the massacre, they didn't alert me'

Police arrest suspects for desecrating flags on Memorial Day

Police arrested two suspects accused of tearing down and desecrating Israeli flags on Memorial Day eve, disrupting public order during ceremonies.

Police arrest suspects for desecrating flags on Memorial Day

Watch: State Memorial Ceremony at Mount Herzl

Israeli Memorial Day ceremonies continue throughout the day with the reading of the names of the fallen at Mount Herzl. At 11, sirens will sound across the country, followed by the state memorial ceremony.

Watch: State Memorial Ceremony at Mount Herzl

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: 'Naim Qassem will destroy Lebanon and pay with his head'

Defense Minister Israel Katz spoke at the Memorial Day ceremony on Mt. Herzl and issued a warning both to Hezbollah and to the Lebanese government.

Defense Minister:  'Naim Qassem will destroy Lebanon and pay with his head'

Severe claims:

Severe claims: IDF worked to erase October 7th footage

A report reveals a special IDF unit gathered and controlled footage from the October 7 massacre, with claims some materials never reached families.

Severe claims: IDF worked to erase October 7th footage

Chilling:

Chilling: Yeshivat Elon Moreh publishes quotes from fallen students

The Elon Moreh Yeshiva published statements by ten of their students who have been killed in action since the war began.

Chilling: Yeshivat Elon Moreh publishes quotes from fallen students

'No day without tears'

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Memorial Day message: 'There is no day without tears'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu honors Israel’s fallen, emphasizing sacrifice, unity, and continued resolve as the nation faces ongoing security challenges.

Prime Minister Netanyahu's Memorial Day message: 'There is no day without tears'

Watch:

Watch: Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel

Survivor of Hamas captivity Emily Damari recites the Prayer for the Welfare of the State of Israel at Masa's international ceremony for Israel's Memorial Day.

Watch: Captivity survivor prays for the State of Israel

Near Hebron:

Minister's security vehicle involved in fatal accident near Hebron

A Palestinian Arab minor was killed after being struck by a vehicle from a minister’s security unit near Hebron, as police opened an investigation into the incident.

Minister's security vehicle involved in fatal accident near Hebron

Yom Hazikaron ceremony connects diaspora youth to Israel

At a Jerusalem ceremony, 3,000 Masa students honored Israel’s fallen, highlighting Diaspora unity, personal loss, and calls to strengthen Jewish life in Israel.

Yom Hazikaron ceremony connects diaspora youth to Israel

Golani Brigade commander:

Golani Brigade commander: 'The best memorial is the ground we stand on'

The commander of the Golani Brigade delivered a radio address to his troops in Lebanon for Memorial Day, reminding them of the reason they would spend the day away from home.

Golani Brigade commander: 'The best memorial is the ground we stand on'

The Warrior Teacher: Rabbi Avi Goldberg

Who was Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a military rabbi, captain in the IDF reserves, and beloved teacher at Himmelfarb Yeshiva High School in Jerusalem, who fell in battle in southern Lebanon in October 2024?

The Warrior Teacher: Rabbi Avi Goldberg

Iran hangs two opposition activists accused of spying for Israel

Iran executes two members of the banned opposition group MEK, accusing them of spying for Israel. The regime's judiciary chief vows "no leniency."

Iran hangs two opposition activists accused of spying for Israel

Netanyahu in personal post

Netanyahu in personal Memorial Day post: I miss you, Yoni, my beloved brother

In a personal post, Prime Minister Netanyahu describes the character of his brother Yoni, the impact of his death on him, and the deep sense of responsibility that accompanies him as Prime Minister.

Netanyahu in personal Memorial Day post: I miss you, Yoni, my beloved brother

Report:

Report: Vance to head to Islamabad on Tuesday for Iran talks

US Vice President JD Vance is expected to depart for Islamabad by Tuesday morning for talks with Iran over a potential deal to end the war, according to Axios.

Report: Vance to head to Islamabad on Tuesday for Iran talks

Complaint against Bennett: Unprecedented collective accusation

"Emet LeYaakov" organization sends sharply worded letter to former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, demanding that he retract his statement that "draft evasion is killing our soldiers" and issue a public apology.

Complaint against Bennett: Unprecedented collective accusation

US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer steps down

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer will step down from the Trump administration to take a position in the private sector, the White House announces.

US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer steps down

Watch:

Watch: Anderson Cooper tearfully apologizes to Hersh’s mother

In “60 Minutes" interview, Anderson Cooper tearfully apologizes to Rachel Goldberg-Polin for being the one who informed her and her husband about the video of their son Hersh’s abduction on October 7.

Watch: Anderson Cooper tearfully apologizes to Hersh’s mother

Changes at Apple:

Apple names John Ternus as new CEO, Tim Cook to become executive chairman

Apple names John Ternus as its new chief executive officer, effective September 1, with Tim Cook transitioning to executive chairman after 15 years leading the tech giant.

Apple names John Ternus as new CEO, Tim Cook to become executive chairman

'Thrilled to see you here'

'Thrilled to see you here': IDF chief Eyal Zamir meets former hostage Matan Angrest

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir meets former hostage Matan Angrest during the Memorial Day ceremony at the Western Wall, telling him: "I'm thrilled to see you here."

'Thrilled to see you here': IDF chief Eyal Zamir meets former hostage Matan Angrest

Report

Report: US to press Lebanon to repeal law banning contact with Israelis

The repeal of the 1955 Israel Boycott Law would mark a significant milestone in the efforts to normalize relations between Israel and Lebanon.

Report: US to press Lebanon to repeal law banning contact with Israelis

Special 60 Minutes interview

Special 60 Minutes interview | 'The pain is constant': Hersh's mother speaks

When Hamas abducted her son Hersh, Rachel Goldberg-Polin became the face of the hostage crisis in Israel. Since his murder, she says she has learned that the constant pain of grief is a 'badge of love.' "60 Minutes" is the m

Special 60 Minutes interview | 'The pain is constant': Hersh's mother speaks

From critical injury to reciting “Yizkor" at the Western Wall

Lt. Col. (res.) Yaki Klein, commander of the “Lions of Samaria" battalion who was critically wounded, was chosen to recite the “Yizkor" memorial prayer at the state ceremony marking the opening of Memorial Day.

From critical injury to reciting “Yizkor" at the Western Wall

'Worst deal ever'

Trump: New Iran deal will be 'far better' than Obama’s

President Trump says a new Iran deal would surpass the JCPOA, block nuclear weapons, and guarantee security as Pakistan talks remain on track.

Trump: New Iran deal will be 'far better' than Obama’s

Tough is always good - The story of Hillel Diener

Sergeant First Class (res.) Hillel Diener, aged 21, from Talmon, a soldier in the Shimshon Battalion, Kfir Brigade, fell during combat in northern Gaza in December 2024.

Tough is always good - The story of Hillel Diener

President of Argentina visits Hebron Yeshiva

Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, visited the Hebron Yeshiva in the Givat Mordechai neighborhood of Jerusalem today, where he was received by the yeshiva’s leadership and hundreds of students.

President of Argentina visits Hebron Yeshiva

Herzog at Western Wall: Fallen soldiers’ legacy is a song of life

President Isaac Herzog honors Israel’s fallen at the Western Wall, invoking unity, sacrifice and the enduring 'song of life' in Memorial Day address.

Herzog at Western Wall: Fallen soldiers’ legacy is a song of life

Watch: Memorial Day opening ceremony at the Western Wall

Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, begins with a solemn state ceremony at the Western Wall.

Watch: Memorial Day opening ceremony at the Western Wall

Watch: Worldwide Memorial Day ceremony

On the eve of Yom HaZikaron, Masa' commemorates IDF soldiers and victims of terror together with hundreds of thousands of people.

Watch: Worldwide Memorial Day ceremony

Watch:

Watch: Memorial ceremony for terror victims

OneFamily organization holds memorial ceremony for civilian victims of hostile acts with participation of family and friends.

Watch: Memorial ceremony for terror victims

National flags at the Knesset plaza lowered to half-mast

The national flags at the Knesset plaza were lowered this evening (Monday) to half-mast in memory of fallen soldiers of Israel’s wars and victims of terror. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana lit the memorial candle.

National flags at the Knesset plaza lowered to half-mast

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'We stopped the murderous plot'

The Jerusalem Municipality, the Ministry of Defense and the "Yad Labanim" organization held the ceremony that opens Memorial Day for the fallen of Israel's forces and victims of hostilities.

Netanyahu: 'We stopped the murderous plot'

President Milei awarded Israel's highest civilian honor

Herzog awards Argentina's Javier Milei Israel's Presidential Medal of Honor, citing support for Israel, hostages, and growing bilateral ties

President Milei awarded Israel's highest civilian honor

Trump shoots down theories:

Trump shoots down theories: 'Israel never talked me into the war with Iran'

President Trump rejects claims Israel pushed the US into war with Iran, saying Oct. 7 and Tehran’s nuclear threat drove his decision to strike.

Trump shoots down theories: 'Israel never talked me into the war with Iran'

Failure 'wouldn’t be pretty'

Trump signals Iran talks still on, says failure 'wouldn’t be pretty'

President Trump says Iran talks in Pakistan remain on track, warns against gamesmanship, and insists Tehran must abandon any nuclear weapons bid.

Trump signals Iran talks still on, says failure 'wouldn’t be pretty'

Hezbollah claims responsibility

Hezbollah claims responsibility for IED attack on IDF forces in Lebanon

The terrorist organization Hezbollah claimed responsibility this morning for detonating an explosive device against an armored IDF vehicle between the villages of Taybeh and Deir Seryan.

Hezbollah claims responsibility for IED attack on IDF forces in Lebanon

Memorial Day message:

Memorial Day message: Huckabee honors Israel’s fallen, backs US-Israel bond

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee expresses solidarity with Israel on Memorial Day, honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

Memorial Day message: Huckabee honors Israel’s fallen, backs US-Israel bond

IDF and police officers accused of stealing millions

The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against seven defendants, including officers in the Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Police, accused of stealing tens of millions of shekels and attempting to obstruct the investigation.

IDF and police officers accused of stealing millions

IDF locates soldier suspected of damaging Jesus statue

The IDF located the soldier suspected of damaging a Christian statue of Jesus in the village of Debl in southern Lebanon.

IDF locates soldier suspected of damaging Jesus statue

Smuggling truck to Gaza

IDF Lieutenant charged with aiding the enemy after smuggling truck of goods to Gaza

An IDF officer is indicted for allegedly smuggling goods into Gaza for millions, facing charges including aiding the enemy and taking bribes.

IDF Lieutenant charged with aiding the enemy after smuggling truck of goods to Gaza