Gaza:
Gaza: Rocket launchers placed near warehouses belonging to international aid groups
IDF strikes terrorists, terror targets, near area from which rockets were launched.
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Deir al-Balah mayor eliminated in Gaza
IAF, with the precise intelligence of the ISA and the Intelligence Directorate, strikes and eliminates terrorist Imad Jaro, an operative in Hamas' military wing and the mayor of Deir al-Balah.
IDF releases footage showing Hamas' brutal treatment of prisoners
Solitary confinement, suffocation, and prisoners thrown down stairs: New footage reveals Hamas’ abuse of Gaza prisoners.
Nancy Pelosi hospitalized after injury in Luxembourg
Former House Speaker hospitalized in Luxembourg after suffering an injury during an official engagement, her spokesperson says.
Poll:
Poll: Netanyahu gaining strength at the expense of Gantz and Liberman
Kan 11 News poll finds that Netanyahu would gain significant strength, both in the seat count of the Likud and in the size of his political bloc, even if Bennett enters the race.
Report:
Report: Greece in talks to buy artillery systems from Israel
Greece is in advanced negotiations to purchase 36 PULS rocket artillery systems from Israel, two officials say. The proposed deal is valued at €600–€700 million.
Watch:
Watch: IDF continues operations in Syria and along the border
IDF paratroopers locate a variety of weapons, including anti-tank missiles, military vests, ammunition, and additional military equipment, during scans in Syrian territory and along the border.
One severely injured after fire breaks out in Pardes Hanna
Man aged about 60 severely injured in apartment fire in Pardes Hanna, seven others moderately, lightly injured.
Erin Molan fights back:
Erin Molan fights back: Israel fighting bloodthirsty killers on behalf of the entire world
Erin Molan slams international community for supporting and glorifying Hamas killers, criticizes feminists for ignoring crimes against Jewish and Israeli women.
Trump considering direct attacks against Iranian nuclear sites
The incoming administration is reconsidering the available options for preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Osem-Nestle announces price hike
Osem-Nestle announces it will raise the prices of some products, including chocolate, coffee, and ketchup, in 2025.
Half-brother of Hamas leader released from US prison
Mufid Abdul Qader Masha'al, half-brother of Hamas leader Khaled Masha'al, released from prison after serving 16 years of a 20-year sentence.
Circulating the web:
Circulating the web: Syrian Druze ask to be annexed to Israel's Golan Heights
Druze community of al-Hader in Syria decides annexation to Israel is 'the lesser evil' in face of potential takeover by Syrian rebels. 'We are with those who preserve our dignity.'
IDF dismantles underground rocket site in Gaza
IDF locates tunnel shafts in Rafah, underground rocket launching site in Beit Lahia, aimed at southern Israel.
Poll shows Likud gaining seats, nearing Bennett's party
Likud party gains, but coalition parties still unable to form government, new poll shows.
Paris:
Paris: Six months on probation for man who wore 'anti-Jewish' jersey
Man who was photographed wearing a Manchester City jersey with the phrase "anti-Jewish" on Paris metro sentenced to a six-month suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay a €2,000 fine.
NYPD treating attack on Columbia student as a hate crime
The incident in question occurred on Monday, when a 22-year-old man made antisemitic remarks and grabbed an Israeli flag from the victim. Columbia University confirms the assailant was not affiliated with the school.
Gideon Sa'ar:
Gideon Sa'ar: Netanyahu is a much better leader than Gantz or Lapid
Foreign Minister Sa'ar discusses his relationship with Netanyahu: Our relationship is very good. We meet often, talk often, I'm involved and well-informed.
Shas chairman Deri:
Shas chairman Deri: Make a hostage release deal at any cost
Deri later clarifies his comments: I did not say at any cost. I said that we can make an immediate deal for the release of the hostages because Hamas is under a lot of pressure.
Poll:
Poll: Bennett runs? Likud remains the largest party in the Knesset
Channel 12 poll finds that even in a scenario where Naftali Bennett runs as head of a new party in the next elections, Likud remains the largest party with 23 seats.
Sky News Australia fires pro-Israel host Erin Molan
Erin Molan, who received death threats for her impassioned defenses of Israel, fired suddenly by her network.
Iranian Supreme Leader:
Iranian Supreme Leader: Not logical for Iranian army to fight in place of the Syrian army
In a series of posts on social media, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei excused Iran for failing to protect the Assad regime and attacked the west for Israel's military actions in Syria.
Probe into Jabo Erlich's death ended, conclusion being delayed
The commanders' investigation into the killing of researcher Ze'ev (Jabo) Erlich and Sergeant Gur Kehati in Lebanon has ended but the Chief of Staff is delaying its conclusion due to the Kehati family's claims of additional evidence.
John Fetterman:
John Fetterman: 'I look forward to Elise Stefanik holding the UN accountable'
Democratic Senator from Pennsylvania meets Trump's nominee for UN Ambassador, says he was "always a hard yes" on Stefanik's nomination.
Netanyahu to the people of Iran:
Netanyahu to Iranians: 'The billions your oppressors stole from you went up in smoke'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu published a message to the people of Iran attacking the regime's support of failed terror organizations and regimes. 'You know what this regime is truly terrified of? It's terrified of you, the people of Iran.'
Supreme Court orders Levin to hold vote for Court President
The Israeli Supreme Court gave a January 16th deadline for the Justice Minister to bring the selection of the Supreme Court President to a vote in the Judicial Selection Committee.
PM to Paraguay Pres:
PM to Paraguay Pres: You recognize Jerusalem will always be Israel’s undivided capital
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today attended the dedication of the new Paraguayan embassy in Jerusalem, together with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña and his wife. 'The story of Israel is a parable for all nations.'
Hamas Manufacturing Headquarters leader eliminated
The IDF and ISA eliminated a Department Head in Hamas’ Manufacturing Headquarters and a Company Commander in the Zeitoun Battalion in a Hamas command and control center that previously served as the "Al-Hurriya" School in Gaza City.
IDF estimates:
IDF estimates: Syrian regime collapse opened the way to Iran's nuclear sites
Defense officials believe that the elimination of 85% of the anti-aircraft systems in Syria which threatened Israeli jets, there is an opportunity to tend to Iran's nuclear program.
Sullivan:
Sullivan: 'Netanyahu is ready to do a deal'
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan holds a press availability in Tel Aviv concluding a visit to Israel and declares: "When I go to Doha and Cairo, my goal will be to put us in a position to close a deal this month"
Watch:
Special footage from operation to destroy Syrian strategic weapons
Hundreds of IAF aircraft struck Syrian fighter jets and helicopters, Scud missiles, UAVs, cruise missiles, surface-to-sea precision-guided missiles, surface-to-air missiles, surface-to-surface missiles, radars, rockets, and more.
Trump to TIME:
Trump to TIME: 'There are ideas other than a two-state solution'
In his Man of the Year interview, US President-elect Donald Trump said that he wants to see lasting peace in the region and noted: 'Everyone is forgetting conveniently about October 7, but that was a horrible day for the world.'
After Assad's fall:
IDF increases efforts to prevent terror attacks in Judea and Samaria after Assad's fall
Defense Minister Katz instructs IDF to increase preparations for the defense of Judea and Samaria communities and traffic routes against terrorist attacks inspired by the rebels in Syria.
US citizen found near Damascus after 7 months in prison
Travis Timmerman, who was arrested after entering Syria on foot earlier this year, freed by men with a hammer as prisoners of the Assad regime have been set fee.
Operation Bashan Arrow
Operation Bashan Arrow | Navy Commander in Chief: 'It was a historic day'
Commander in Chief of the Israeli Navy VADM David Saar Salama praised the strikes on the Syrian fleet. 'It's not over till it's over.'
Netanyahu to Sullivan:
Netanyahu to Sullivan: 'Israel will do its utmost to defend itself against all threats'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan discussed regional developments, especially the reality-changing events in Syria.
Trump named Time Magazine Person of the Year for 2nd time
US President-Elect named 2024 Person of the Year for "remaking American politics" in the process or repeating a feat only seen once before in 1892.
MDA Call:
MDA Call: 'A child has been shot!'
The MDA has released recordings of the calls to its dispatch center after the deadly shooting attack on Route 60 last night.
Always with a smile:
Friends of Tuvia OBM mourn loss of their friend: 'Always with a smile and carrying a book'
Friends and teachers of 12-year-old Tuvia Simcha are struggling to cope with the sudden loss of a young boy who had an amazing thirst for learning Torah.
Poll:
Poll: 64% of Jewish women in USA fear expressing their Judaism
A new survey reveals that 64% of Jewish women in the US feel that anti-Semitism affects their daily life, with 62% feeling insecure due to their Jewish identity.
