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Two of the Jews arrested in protests in Iran released

Two Jews from Tehran and Shiraz, who were arrested during protests against the regime, were released following efforts by the Jewish community. One remains in custody, and efforts for his release continue.

Two of the Jews arrested in protests in Iran released

President Herzog:

President Herzog: 'Jewish hope is a promise, not a dream'

Speaking in Melbourne, President Herzog delivered an address against antisemitism and terror, calling on Jews worldwide to stand proud and reaffirming Israel’s role in defending the free world.

President Herzog: 'Jewish hope is a promise, not a dream'

Ministers to vote on Lapid's bill to declare Qatar an enemy state

The bill by opposition leader Yair Lapid to recognize Qatar as an enemy state will be brought to a vote in the Ministerial Committee for Legislation on Sunday.

Ministers to vote on Lapid's bill to declare Qatar an enemy state

Suspicion: Psychological warfare at IDF Base

The IDF suspects that unidentified individuals took control of a WhatsApp group of Air Force soldiers at the Palmachim base. As a result, procedures for securing information have been tightened.

Suspicion: Psychological warfare at IDF Base

Five men murdered in Arab communities in twelve hours

Five people were murdered in a series of shooting incidents across the Arab sector within a span of just 12 hours, in Segev Shalom, Rahat, Yarka, Lod and Fureidis.

Five men murdered in Arab communities in twelve hours

Nachshonim: Without Civilian Support, Haredi Enlistment Will Fail

The Nachshonim organization argues that without steady civilian backing, enlistment efforts cannot truly succeed.

Nachshonim: Without Civilian Support, Haredi Enlistment Will Fail

Rare sighting in north

Rare sighting in the north: A Honey Badger caught on camera

A farmer in northern Israel captured a rare image of a honey badger. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority: "We’re happy to see evidence of this unique animal here with us."

Rare sighting in the north: A Honey Badger caught on camera

Police investigate antisemitic vandalism at Maryland synagogue

Local police are investigating antisemitic graffiti found at a synagogue in Olney. Local officials and state leaders condemn the incident, vowing efforts to combat hate.

Police investigate antisemitic vandalism at Maryland synagogue

Lebanon to decide on second phase of disarming terrorist groups

Lebanon will decide next week how to proceed with the second phase of its plan to control arms north of the Litani River. Hezbollah has refused to disarm despite ceasefire agreement.

Lebanon to decide on second phase of disarming terrorist groups

'Rude and arrogant'

Degel HaTorah slams Yesh Atid’s Stern: Rude and arrogant

MK Elazar Stern angers members of the Degel HaTorah party after criticizing the leader of the haredi Lithuanian community, Rabbi Dov Lando.

Degel HaTorah slams Yesh Atid’s Stern: Rude and arrogant

Russia moves to block WhatsApp as it promotes state surveillance app

Russia attempts to block WhatsApp as part of a broader effort to promote the state-backed MAX app, citing surveillance concerns.

Russia moves to block WhatsApp as it promotes state surveillance app

Deadly Canada school shooting:

Deadly school shooting in Canada: Suspect identified as 18-year-old woman

Police say 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar carried out Tuesday’s deadly school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, BC. Authorities have not determined the motive.

Deadly school shooting in Canada: Suspect identified as 18-year-old woman

After Netanyahu-Trump meeting

After Netanyahu-Trump meeting: Another aircraft carrier to be sent to Middle East

Wall Street Journal reports that the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush will join the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East - at the order of President Trump.

After Netanyahu-Trump meeting: Another aircraft carrier to be sent to Middle East

Iran's Foreign Minister launches attack against Miriam Adelson

Abbas Araghchi in sharply-worded post against the billionaire who is close to President Trump: "Who benefits from the narrative she promotes?"

Iran's Foreign Minister launches attack against Miriam Adelson

Carrie Prejean Boller ousted from White House Religious Liberty Commission

Dan Patrick removes Carrie Prejean Boller from Religious Liberty Commission after antisemitism hearing dispute

Carrie Prejean Boller ousted from White House Religious Liberty Commission

After 'common enemy' comments

France calls for Francesca Albanese's resignation after 'common enemy' comments

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot tells lawmaker the French government demands UN Rapporteur's resignation after her latest hateful rant against Israel.

France calls for Francesca Albanese's resignation after 'common enemy' comments

Trump:

Trump: 'Good meeting with Netanyahu, nothing definitive on Iran'

US President says after 3-hour meeting with PM Netanyahu: 'There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated.'

Trump: 'Good meeting with Netanyahu, nothing definitive on Iran'

Nitzan died in Ashdod refinery disaster

Nitzan Goichman, mother of three, is one of two workers killed in the refinery disaster in Ashdod. The investigation into the tragic incident is ongoing.

Nitzan died in Ashdod refinery disaster

Yoseph Haddad considers establishing a new party

A survey by the Midgam Institute indicates that a party led by Yosef Hadad crosses the electoral threshold with four seats, at the expense of right-wing and centrist parties.

Yoseph Haddad considers establishing a new party

Cleared for publication

Cleared for publication: Ramming, stabbing attack at Hizma checkpoint foiled

A terrorist arrested after being involved in an accident was planning to carry out a combined car-ramming and stabbing attack in the Jerusalem envelope. Several knives were found in his car during a search.

Cleared for publication: Ramming, stabbing attack at Hizma checkpoint foiled

Netanyahu meets Trump at the White House

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets at the White House with US President Donald Trump for the seventh time since the president was inaugurated. At the center of the discussions: Iran.

Netanyahu meets Trump at the White House

Inconsiderate:

Annual Arkia launch event to be held at a seafood restaurant

Israeli airline Arkia says 'this is a kosher-style event and a dairy breakfast,' in response to complaints on the location of its festive launch event next week.

Annual Arkia launch event to be held at a seafood restaurant

"Attempt to prevent appointment"

"Attempt to prevent ambassador appointment": Tzachi Braverman to be questioned again

The police seek to extend the restrictive conditions on Prime Minister Netanyahu's chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman, due to the need for further investigation.

"Attempt to prevent ambassador appointment": Tzachi Braverman to be questioned again

Civil Administration:

Civil Administration: Illegal soccer field near Carmel to be demolished

Civil Administration has ordered the demolition of an illegal soccer field that was built in the village of Umm al-Khir on state land in Area C.

Civil Administration: Illegal soccer field near Carmel to be demolished

Historic move:

Historic move: Palo Alto completes CyberArk acquisition, to list on TASE

The cybersecurity giant, founded by Israeli Nir Zuk and led by Nikesh Arora, is positioning identity security as a central pillar of its platform strategy.

Historic move: Palo Alto completes CyberArk acquisition, to list on TASE

Bereaved father demands: An ultimatum to Hamas

Ahead of the meeting at the White House, Ofer Greenbaum from the Hagvura Forum calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss a deadline for the disarmament of the Gaza Strip with President Trump.

Bereaved father demands: An ultimatum to Hamas

Miki Zohar: We won't allow harm to Torah learners

Culture and Sport Minister Miki Zohar says 'surreal' Jews should be sent to prison for studying Torah, promises government will 'fight' the phenomenon.

Miki Zohar: We won't allow harm to Torah learners

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Watch: The moment suspect attempted to set 12-year-old on fire

The police today released a video from the bus's security cameras, showing the moment a Jerusalem resident pours flammable liquid on a minor during a ride to Beitar Illit.

Watch: The moment suspect attempted to set 12-year-old on fire

13-year-old yelled 'Allahu Akbar'

13-year-old yelled 'Allahu Akbar': Suspected terror attack at London school

This morning, the Daily Mail reported that according to testimonies from the school, the attacking boy, who fled and was arrested after a manhunt, shouted "Allahu Akbar" as he stabbed his victims.

13-year-old yelled 'Allahu Akbar': Suspected terror attack at London school

Clashes break out between yeshiva students and police officers

Scuffle between yeshiva students and construction workers in Be'er Ya'akov escalates into violent clash with police.

Clashes break out between yeshiva students and police officers

Captivity survivor Romi Gonen undergoes fourth operation

Romi Gonen, who was kidnapped during the October 7 massacre and survived Hamas captivity, says she underwent additional operation on her arm, expresses hope for recovery.

Captivity survivor Romi Gonen undergoes fourth operation

Smotrich lashes out: 'You weren't there'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich lashes out at Israel's banking system, accusing them of failing to step up to the plate during the war.

Smotrich lashes out: 'You weren't there'

Two dead after losing consciousness at Ashdod factory

Two women, approximately 50 years old, lose consciousness and die at Ashdod factory; investigation underway.

Two dead after losing consciousness at Ashdod factory

CAM calls for removal of UN Rapporteur over anti-Israel remarks

Combat Antisemitism Movement demands immediate dismissal of UN Special Rapporteur after declaration of Israel as 'common enemy of humanity.'

CAM calls for removal of UN Rapporteur over anti-Israel remarks

Haredi battle against mixed performances escalates

Lithuanian-haredi rabbis issue ban on mixed-audience performers, even with full separation, alongside ban on men performing for women.

Haredi battle against mixed performances escalates

Terrorist who attacked IDF soldiers eliminated

IDF eliminates Hamas terrorist behind multiple deadly attacks on soldiers.

Terrorist who attacked IDF soldiers eliminated

Israel's David's Sling defense system passes key test

David's Sling weapon system successfully completes complex test series as part of future threat readiness upgrade.

Israel's David's Sling defense system passes key test

Yair Golan to drop demands from Meretz

'Democrats' leader MK Yair Golan expected to drop demands for changes to Labor-Meretz agreement, honor existing agreement.

Yair Golan to drop demands from Meretz

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Watch: Traffic enforcement operation in Judea and Samaria

Israel Police officers detained and transferred ten suspects for questioning on various offenses, including a Palestinian wanted for interrogation on suspicion of incitement.

Watch: Traffic enforcement operation in Judea and Samaria

Netherlands:

15 arrested in Netherlands for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok

Dutch prosecutors arrest 15 people for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok, encouraging terrorism.

15 arrested in Netherlands for spreading ISIS propaganda on TikTok