Britain:
Britain: Suspects in stabbing of Iranian journalist fled the country
British police say three suspects involved in stabbing of Iran International journalist left the country within hours of the attack.
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'The worst in 25 years'
'The worst in 25 years': 4 dead, 711 injured, 77 missing in earthquake in Taiwan
7.4 magnitude earthquake rocks the entire island of Taiwan, collapsing buildings and creating a tsunami that washed ashore on southern Japanese islands.
Iran vows response to elimination in Damascus
Iran's deputy UN envoy says Iran reserves its rights under international law and the UN Charter “to take decisive response" to strike in Damascus in which senior IRGC member was eliminated.
Ramming and stabbing attack:
Ramming and stabbing attack: Four police officers injured, terrorist neutralized
Terrorist runs over four police officers in Kochav Yair, flees the scene and arrives at checkpoint near Alfei Menashe, where he tries to stab security guards before being neutralized.
Chief of Staff:
Chief of Staff: WCK incident was a misidentification, it shouldn’t have happened
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi after preliminary debrief into strike in which seven aid workers were killed: The strike was not carried out with the intention of harming WCK aid workers.
Iranian Jewish MP condemns elimination in Damascus
Homayoun Sameh, the representative of the Jewish community in the Iranian parliament, condemns strike in Damascus which was attributed to Israel.
Violent protest in Jerusalem
Violent protest in Jerusalem; protesters breach security fence near PM's Residence
Left-winger protesting against government threw burning object at policeman on a horse during protests in capital. Dozens of protesters broke through security fence near Prime Minister's Residence.
Report:
Report: US lambasts Israel's Rafah evacuation plan
Jake Sullivan, Antony Blinken reject, harshly criticize Israeli proposals for Rafah operation in 2-hour phone call with Israeli officials, demand 'day-after' plan to maintain US support.
President Herzog sends condolences to World Central Kitchen founder
President Herzog sends sincere apologies to World Central Kitchen founder on the death of WCK’s aid workers
Watch:
Israeli singer Hanan Ben Ari performs on flight to Miami
Israeli singer Hanan Ben Ari surprised the passengers on a flight to Miami, when he took out his guitar and started singing. El Al gave passengers a free ticket to Ben Ari's show in Miami.
Republicans in Congress demand Biden cancel Iraq pres. meeting
Senator Tom Cotton and 7 other Republican senators and congressmen write letter to President Biden accusing him of appeasing Iran and undermining Israel in meeting Iraqi president.
Rep. Ritchie Torres to Gallant: 'Israel is not alone'
Congressman Torres (D-NY) meets Israeli Defense Minister in Tel Aviv, says "Israel has a right to defend itself against Hamas in the wake of October 7th, just like the US had a right to defend itself against Al Qaeda in the wake of 9/11. Highest priority must be the release of the hostages and the removal of Hamas from power.”
Memorial for Dee family to be held on anniversary of murders
On Sunday, April 7, a memorial event will be held for Lucy Dee and her daughters Maia and Rina to mark the first anniversary of their deaths in a terrorist shooting attack on Passover.
UK summons Israeli Amb. to condemn aid worker deaths
Minister of State for Development and Africa Andrew Mitchell summons Israeli Ambassador to the UK, demands 'quick, transparent investigation' and 'full accountability.'
Arabs attack Jewish shepherd whose mother was murdered on 7/10
Eight Arabs attack Jewish shepherd Yedidya Talia, injuring him in his head and shoulder; IDF arrests four of the attackers.
Reserve doctor seriously wounded in southern Gaza
The doctor was wounded in the same attack in which Staff Sergeant Nadav Cohen was killed.
Defense Minister issues instructions following aid workers' deaths
Minister Gallant reflected on complex environment in which IDF troops operate on a daily basis and acknowledged the importance of strengthening coordination with key partners.
Draft Law crisis:
Draft Law crisis: Slonimer Rebbe's son requests - Lithuanian-haredi rabbi says 'no'
Lithuanian-haredi leader Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch rejects proposal for mass protest against Draft Law, warning it would fan flames, potentially bring down government.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy, Pres. Herzog, complete Torah scroll together
Torah scroll written for the Jewish communities of Israel and Ukraine is completed; Ukraine's President Zelenskyy wrote the first letter, and Israel's President Herzog wrote the last.
State Comptroller:
State Comptroller: Female soldiers assigned to guard terrorists are at risk of abuse
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman warns that the female soldiers assigned to guard captured terrorists are likely to suffer sexual abuse. 'The writing is clearly on the wall.'
Court Drama:
Police officer who shot Solomon Teka acquitted of causing death by negligence
Police officer acquitted of causing Teka's death by negligence; police investigation department is considering whether to appeal.
Mediators must act vigorously, push Hamas to agree to prisoner swap
Israeli negotiating team formulated updated prisoner swap proposal, mediators must take 'vigorous action regarding Hamas' to bring a deal to fruition, Prime Minister's Office says.
PM Netanyahu: Israeli forces unintentionally harmed non-combatants
PM Netanyahu is discharged following operation, stresses, 'Strike on aid workers was unintentional, we will do everything to prevent a recurrence.'
Firstborn daughter born to severely wounded soldier
Omer Rabi was seriously injured in the Gaza war and several of his friends were killed. Now he has been blessed with the birth of his firstborn daughter at Assuta Hospital in Ashdod.
Despite Moody's:
Despite Moody's: Fitch reaffirms Israel's credit rating
The Fitch credit rating agency has announced its reaffirmation of the State of Israel's credit rating at an A+ level and the removal of the 'Negative Watch' warning.
Defense Min.: We will address Hamas brigades in Rafah 'soon'
'Hamas has ceased functioning as a military organization in most areas of Gaza, information gained from terrorists enables us to make difficult decisions,' Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says.
IDF:
IDF: Drone fell near Eilat - outside of Israel's borders
A drone which fell northeast of Eilat did not cross into Israeli territory, IDF says.
Administrative detainee given extension on his way out of prison
An administrative detainee was moments before leaving prison when he was informed that Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had extended his detention.
Released hostage:
Released hostage: Every girl in Hamas captivity suffers harassment
Women released from Hamas captivity testify to harassment by terrorists - and not just towards them. 'Men also suffer horrific torture - don't forget them.'
IDF promises investigation into deaths of aid employees
IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari expresses sorrow, condolences, after World Central Kitchen employees killed in Gaza. 'IDF committed to international law, there will be an independent investigation.'
Prof. Eyal Zisser:
Prof. Eyal Zisser: 'We cannot be complacent after attack in Damascus'
Middle East expert Dr. Eyal Zisser estimates that Hezbollah will not escalate the situation on the northern border into a full-fledged war following the assassination of senior Iranians in Syria.
IAF strikes 25 terror targets in Gaza
Commando Brigade soldiers eliminate multiple terrorists over the last day.
Kohelet Policy Forum reduces activity as donations falter
Part of the forum's staff was fired due to budget cuts, and it was decided to end the forum's connection with some civilian society organizations.
Gallant refuses to allow Intelligence Subcommittee to visit Gaza
The subcommittee members have criticized the decision, claiming that the Defense Minister is preventing them from carrying out their responsibilities.
Russia:
Russia: Four people arrested for funding and arming Moscow terrorists
Russia’s FSB security service says four people arrested over a foiled terror plot had provided money and arms for deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall.
In conversation with Abbas
Blinken urges further PA reforms in conversation with Abbas
Secretary of State welcomes new PA cabinet, says revitalized PA is essential to delivering results for the Palestinian people.
Following backlash:
Following backlash: Hadash rep. won't serve as Deputy Mayor of Haifa
Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav cancels appointment of Hadash Party representative Raja Za'tara, who has spoken out in favor of Hamas, as his deputy.
In push for mega deal:
Biden adviser to visit Saudi Arabia, meet MBS in push for mega deal
Report: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan will travel to Saudi Arabia, meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about a potential mega-deal that would include Saudi normalization with Israel.
Trump posts $175 million bond in NY fraud case
Former US President posts bond as he appeals the judgment against him in the civil fraud case brought by New York state Attorney General Letitia James.
Missile fired from Syria shot down before landing in Israel
Sirens warning of suspected infiltration of a hostile aircraft activated in the southern Golan Heights. IDF says a missile that made its way towards Israeli territory was shot down in Syrian territory.
