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.
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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.
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.
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: 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:
Watch: Memorial ceremony for terror victims
OneFamily organization holds memorial ceremony for civilian victims of hostile acts with participation of family and friends.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Sa'ar slams Polish FM over “defamatory" accusations against IDF
Sa'ar and Sikorski trade barbs over IDF conduct, war crimes claims, and antisemitism, as both sides sharply defend their positions.
Report: US suspends security coordination with Iraq
US demanding information on pro-Iran militia members involved in attacking American targets, Al-Hadath report says.
Haredi brigade clarifies: There will be a Memorial Day ceremony
Hasmonean Brigade stresses that even its troops operating in Lebanon will mark Memorial Day with a special ceremony on the front line.
Ahead of elections:
Bennett U-turns on key religious issues ahead of elections
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett calls to allow same-sex marriage, public transportation on the Sabbath.
International Monetary Fund
International Monetary Fund: Israel’s GDP per capita surpasses England and France
Another strong indicator for the Israeli economy: GDP per capita continues to rise, reinforcing Israel’s position among the world’s leading economies.
Netanyahu: 'Stunned and saddened' by damage to Christian statue
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns soldier for damaging Christian icon, stresses religious tolerance.
IDF reservist released after six days in Shin Bet custody
Court rejects request to keep IDF soldier who eliminated terrorist in custody, orders his release.
Earthquake triggers tsunami warning in Japan
Japanese authorities issue urgent tsunami warning after 7.4-magnitude quake strikes offshore.
Bereavement:
Impact of bereavement on work: new survey finds higher stress, turnover, safety risks
A 2025 survey shows bereaved workers face higher stress, turnover, and safety risks, though some find strength in work.
Yom Ha'atzmaut:
Ahead of Yom Ha'atzmaut: Chief Rabbi calls for unity as prerequisite for victory in war
Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Kalman Ber, sends a special message to the nation ahead of Memorial Day for Soldiers and Yom Ha'atzmaut: 'Out of the darkness a great light will shine.'
Concern in Belz as Rebbe’s condition worsens
Belzer Rebbe prayed at home, family asks hasidim worldwide to pray for his recovery.
Officials: Iran could soon rebuild ballistic missile system
Israeli officials warn Iran's ballistic missile array not part of negotiations, warn failure to address issue may lead to another round of fighting.
Foreign Minister apologizes after soldier smashes Jesus statue
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar apologizes to Christians worldwide after IDF soldier smashes statue of Jesus, promises 'strict measures' against soldier responsible.
Explosives cache found in Beit Ummar school
IDF, Shin Bet uncover explosives cache in Beit Ummar school after Karmei Tzur attack.
Shin Bet exposes Iranian espionage network targeting Israeli youths
Two young Israelis indicted for espionage on behalf of Iran.
Domestic violence:
Domestic violence: Merav Edri stabbed to death in her Be'er Sheva home
Meirav Edri (40) was stabbed to death, suspected to have been by her partner, who also stabbed and seriously injured her 9-year-old son from her previous marriage.
IDF takes out ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher
IDF strikes ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher in southern Lebanon, citing immediate threat despite ongoing ceasefire.
Podcast with grandmother
Freed hostage bursts into tears during podcast with grandmother
Hamas captivity survivor Romi Gonen interviews her grandmother on her new podcast, V1, bursts into tears during interview after hearing that her grandmother has not slept since October 7.
Arson attacks escalate against UK Jewish community
A string of firebombings targeting London's Jewish institutions rattles Britain’s Jewish community. 'We cannot, and must not, wait before we understand just how dangerous this moment is for all of our society,' says Chief Rabbi Mirvis.
New era at Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand unveils sleeping pods for economy passengers on long-haul flights
Air New Zealand introduces dedicated sleeping pods for economy travelers, aiming to improve long-haul flight comfort with a service never before offered.
Sen. Fetterman:
Sen. Fetterman: Democratic Party definitely has a problem with antisemitism
Pro-Israel Democrat Sen. John Fetterman says the Democratic Party “definitely" has a problem with antisemitism, citing a Maine candidate with a Nazi-linked tattoo and the party’s embrace of a Hamas cheerleader.
Minister Miki Zohar questioned in Histadrut affair probe
The National Fraud Investigations Unit of Lahav 433 summons Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation into the Histadrut affair.
Michigan Senate hopeful:
Michigan Dem Senate hopeful: Israeli government just as evil as Hamas
Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed equates Israel's government with Hamas, calling both "evil" and labeling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a war criminal.
Louisiana shooting:
Louisiana shooting: Seven of the dead were the gunman’s own children
Gunman in domestic shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, which left eight children dead, identified as Shamar Elkins.
