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PA extradites suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack

The Palestinian Authority extradites Hicham Harb, a suspect wanted in connection with the deadly 1982 attack on the Jo Goldenberg Jewish restaurant in Paris.

PA extradites suspect in 1982 Paris Jewish restaurant attack

EU states to push Israel sanctions after Orban election defeat

Several EU member states will reintroduce proposals for sanctions on Israel at a foreign ministers’ meeting in Luxembourg next week.

EU states to push Israel sanctions after Orban election defeat

Australia:

Australian court overturns anti-protest law enacted after Bondi attack

Australian court overturns New South Wales law that clamped down on protests, enacted after the antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach.

Australian court overturns anti-protest law enacted after Bondi attack

'Future as good neighbors'

'Future as good neighbors': World welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

European Commission President welcomes 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, calling it a relief after heavy loss of life. Germany and the UN call for long-term regional peace through Hezbollah’s disarmament.

'Future as good neighbors': World welcomes Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

House narrowly rejects bid to force Iran withdrawal on Trump

US House of Representatives rejects, by a single vote, a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes continued military action.

House narrowly rejects bid to force Iran withdrawal on Trump

Iran claims:

Iran claims: We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims that the new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire resulted from Hezbollah’s resilience and the “Axis of Resistance".

Iran claims: We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

London:

Islamist group claims attacks on Iran International TV and Jewish sites in London

British police investigating claim by Islamist group that it is responsible for attempted incendiary attack near Iran International’s London studios, as well as attacks on north London synagogue and Jewish ambulances.

Islamist group claims attacks on Iran International TV and Jewish sites in London

One hour before ceasefire:

One hour before ceasefire: Two severely wounded from missile impact near Karmiel

17-year-old girl and 25-year-old man severely wounded near Karmiel from shrapnel during a missile barrage on northern Israel. One person moderately wounded in Nahariya.

One hour before ceasefire: Two severely wounded from missile impact near Karmiel

Key clauses of Lebanon ceasefire agreement

The ceasefire agreement with Lebanon includes mutual recognition of sovereignty and preserves the IDF’s freedom of action for self-defense.

Key clauses of Lebanon ceasefire agreement

Trump:

Trump: Iran agreed to hand over the nuclear dust

President Donald Trump says Iran is nearing agreement on key demands, warning fighting could resume if talks fail despite reported progress.

Trump: Iran agreed to hand over the nuclear dust

Netanyahu: An opportunity for peace while the IDF remains in Lebanon

Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that the 10-day ceasefire presents a historic opportunity to reach a peace agreement with Lebanon that sees Hezbollah disarm.

Netanyahu: An opportunity for peace while the IDF remains in Lebanon

Graham: No peace without disarming Hezbollah

Senator Lindsey Graham voices skepticism over a ceasefire with Hezbollah, warning any deal must ensure disarmament to prevent renewed threats.

Graham: No peace without disarming Hezbollah

'The mezuzot protected'

Russian UAV hits Jewish center in Ukraine

An intercepted Russian drone struck the Chesed Michael in Zaporizhzhia. Rabbi says the building's mezuzot prevented casualties.

Russian UAV hits Jewish center in Ukraine

Historic record

Historic record: Navy submarines operated at farthest distances ever

Shayetet 7, the submarine unit, carried out covert operations during the war deep within enemy strategic territory, reaching the farthest operational distance in its history.

Historic record: Navy submarines operated at farthest distances ever

Starting at midnight

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon starting at midnight

US President Donald Trump informed Lebanon of an imminent ceasefire, but Hezbollah launched missiles at Haifa shortly after reports emerged.

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon starting at midnight

Yoseph Haddad: “They closed a 20-year-old wound for me"

During a visit to Binyamin, Yosef Haddad was exposed to documentation of the demolition of the building in Bint Jbeil where his commander, Major Roi Klein, fell.

Yoseph Haddad: “They closed a 20-year-old wound for me"

Ahead of Memorial Day 5786:

Ahead of Memorial Day 5786: 25,644 Israeli service members have fallen in the line of duty

Since last Memorial Day, 170 soldiers and 54 disabled veterans have been added to the fallen who will be honored on the solemn day.

Ahead of Memorial Day 5786: 25,644 Israeli service members have fallen in the line of duty

Court curbs Ben-Gvir powers in major ruling

The High Court limits National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s authority over police conduct and appointments while rejecting suits calling for his impeachment.

Court curbs Ben-Gvir powers in major ruling

New details of heroic sacrifice

New details of Aner Shapira’s heroism: He threw grenades even after his hand was severed

New details have emerged about the bravery of Aner Shapira, a reconnaissance soldier in the Nahal Brigade, who threw back grenades thrown by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.

New details of Aner Shapira’s heroism: He threw grenades even after his hand was severed

'Choose wisely'

'Choose wisely': Hegseth's message to the Iranian regime

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine hold a critical Pentagon briefing as the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz reaches its fourth day.

'Choose wisely': Hegseth's message to the Iranian regime

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: Iran stands at a crossroads, before an abyss of ruin

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Iran faces a choice between diplomacy or severe escalation, saying Israel is ready to strike harder if threats persist.

Defense Minister: Iran stands at a crossroads, before an abyss of ruin

Land Authority issues ultimatum to Negev Bedouin

Israel Land Authority unveils sweeping changes to framework for resolving Bedouin land ownership claims in the Negev. 'Courageous and long-overdue paradigm shift.'

Land Authority issues ultimatum to Negev Bedouin

In Depth:

In Depth: 2026 election parties - the story so far

The next elections are set for late October of 2026. As the first elections since the October 7th massacre, these have the chance to be a referendum on the war's outcome. What options can Israelis expect at the polls?

In Depth: 2026 election parties - the story so far

Woman, missing for years, found under mysterious circumstances

Ruth Abramov, 74-year-old woman found dead near Sacher Park, went missing 18 years ago.

Woman, missing for years, found under mysterious circumstances

A vote for survival:

A vote for survival: European Jewish leaders support protected status

'When it becomes normal that Jews are attacked in the streets, that communities live behind security barriers, and when students are forced to hide their identity, it’s time for a new set of rules,' EJA Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin says.

A vote for survival: European Jewish leaders support protected status

Giant weapons stockpile discovered in Lebanese school

IDF soldiers locate more than 130 weapons belonging to Hezbollah terror organization in southern Lebanon school.

Giant weapons stockpile discovered in Lebanese school

Mrs. Mamdani apologizes - but won't denounce terror

Rama Dweiji, the wife of Zohran Mamdani, expressed remorse for "offensive language" she posted as a teenager, but did not address her implied support for the October 7 massacre.

Mrs. Mamdani apologizes  - but won't denounce terror

IDF eliminates three Hamas commanders

IDF eliminates a commander in Hamas’ communications unit, two additional production unit commanders eliminated in separate strike.

IDF eliminates three Hamas commanders

Haredi rabbi slams: 'They are persecuting Torah learners'

Rabbi Dov Lando accuses judicial authorities and media of targeting Torah study, praises growing public support and expansion of yeshiva learning.

Haredi rabbi slams: 'They are persecuting Torah learners'

One Month Later:

One Month Later: 2,200 residents still displaced from Arad missile strike

The vast majority of the displaced families - about 170 families totaling 1,500 people - are part of the Gur Hasidic community in the city.

One Month Later: 2,200 residents still displaced from Arad missile strike

IDF destroys 70 Hezbollah sites in rapid Bint Jbeil operation

Elite IDF units dismantle dozens of Hezbollah positions and seize weapons in southern Lebanon, as operations in Bint Jbeil intensify.

IDF destroys 70 Hezbollah sites in rapid Bint Jbeil operation

Watch: Navy missile boat intercepts Hezbollah UAV

Israeli Navy missile boat crews detect and intercept unmanned aerial vehicles launched toward the State of Israel.

Watch: Navy missile boat intercepts Hezbollah UAV

Driver with 185 convictions arrested for fatal crash

Dr. Dorit Dror-Hadar was killed after a truck's trailer overturned and crushed her car yesterday; the driver, a resident of Tuba-Zangariyye, has a traffic record of 185 offenses.

Driver with 185 convictions arrested for fatal crash

Tragedy in Beit Shemesh:

Tragedy in Beit Shemesh: Child killed in car crash

A boy about seven was critically injured this morning (Thursday) after being struck by a car on Chazon Ish Street in Beit Shemesh. After resuscitation efforts he was declared dead at the hospital.

Tragedy in Beit Shemesh: Child killed in car crash

Women of the Wall use handicapped woman for smuggling attempt

Women of the Wall attempt to use handicapped elderly woman to help them smuggle Torah scroll into Western Wall Plaza, heritage foundation says.

Women of the Wall use handicapped woman for smuggling attempt

Force 100 soldiers return to the front

After the indictments were dropped, some of the soldiers have already returned to combat roles.

Force 100 soldiers return to the front

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorists who attempted to harm soldiers

IDF eliminates terrorists hiding in bushes, prevents attack on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorists who attempted to harm soldiers

Vizhnitz scion visits Joseph's Tomb

Thousands visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem tonight, led by the eldest son of the Vizhnitz Rebbe, Rabbi Chaim Meir Hager, and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan.

Vizhnitz scion visits Joseph's Tomb

European Jewish leaders honor US Ambassador Bill White

US Ambassador Bill White receives EJA’s King David Award for defending Jewish religious freedoms, as European leaders warn of rising antisemitism and push for stronger protections.

European Jewish leaders honor US Ambassador Bill White

Heatwave to storms: Unusual weather set to hit Israel

Hot, dry weather to be replaced by thunderstorms and flooding, forecasters predict.

Heatwave to storms: Unusual weather set to hit Israel