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Newly released footage:

Newly released footage: Graham says he'll lobby Trump to strike Lebanon, Netanyahu refuses

Unseen footage shared by CNN's Inside Politics captures a phone call between Senator Graham and Prime Minister Netanyahu, in which Graham says he will try to persuade President Trump to strike Lebanon, but Netanyahu turns down the offer.

Newly released footage: Graham says he'll lobby Trump to strike Lebanon, Netanyahu refuses

A new kind of 60+ community is taking shape in Beit HaKerem

A new Beit HaKerem project will combine private homes, a synagogue, pool and community life for Americans 60+.

A new kind of 60+ community is taking shape in Beit HaKerem

President Trump:

Trump: 'We have disagreements with Netanyahu, but our positions on Iran are close'

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, US President Donald Trump said there are 'some disagreements' with PM Benjamin Netanyahu, but stressed that the positions of the US and Israel on Iran are 'pretty close.'

Trump: 'We have disagreements with Netanyahu, but our positions on Iran are close'

'Jew Derangement Syndrome'

'Jew Derangement Syndrome' | Trump shares scathing post slamming Tucker Carlson

Trump shared criticism describing Tucker Carlson as obsessively anti-Israel and ashamed of America following his departure from the Republican Party.

'Jew Derangement Syndrome' | Trump shares scathing post slamming Tucker Carlson

Former Kiryat Arba Council Head:

Former Kiryat Arba Council Head: We've both got a score to settle with the village of Tel

During a condolence visit to the Melet family, Eliyahu Libman, former Kiryat Arba Council Head, says that the memorial ceremony for his brother, murdered 28 years ago by terrorists from the village of Tel, would be held shortly.

Former Kiryat Arba Council Head: We've both got a score to settle with the village of Tel

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist involved in hostage release

The IDF said it eliminated an Islamic Jihad Nukhba terrorist involved in an Israeli hostage's release and a Hamas commander in separate Gaza strikes.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist involved in hostage release

Trump warns Iran:

Trump warns Iran: Talks must move fast or strikes resume

President Donald Trump said he paused expanded strikes on Iran to allow negotiations to continue, warning military action will resume if talks fail.

Trump warns Iran: Talks must move fast or strikes resume

MK Uri Maklev attacks Religious Zionism

MK Uri Maklev slams approach of combining Torah study with military service, saying it is 'the greatest damage' facing the haredi public and 'will not be forgiven.' Rabbi Chaim Navon calls his bluff.

MK Uri Maklev attacks Religious Zionism

Four terrorists arrested

Four terrorists arrested | Footage shows attack and theft of soldier's weapon in Susya

Security forces arrest four terrorists who were involved in the assault on an off-duty IDF soldier and the theft of his weapon over the weekend.

Four terrorists arrested | Footage shows attack and theft of soldier's weapon in Susya

Watch:

Watch: Inside one of Hamas's remaining tunnels in Gaza

IDF troops, under the command of the 99th Division, destroyed a tunnel route stretching hundreds of meters under northern Gaza.

Watch: Inside one of Hamas's remaining tunnels in Gaza

Police hunt for Jerusalem mother accused of kidnapping her two children

Jerusalem Police are searching for a 20-year-old mother accused of kidnapping her two young children and are urging the public to provide any information.

Police hunt for Jerusalem mother accused of kidnapping her two children

IDF continues to deal blows to Hamas in central Gaza

IDF strike in Deir al-Balah ends the life of Wael Musa Khaled Ladawi, the Head of Hamas' Internal Security in the Central Gaza Strip

IDF continues to deal blows to Hamas in central Gaza

Administrative detainee Tal Yinon Dardik hospitalized after low heart rate recorded

The administrative detainee Tal Yinon Dardik, who was being held at the Russian Compound detention facility, was evacuated to a hospital after he was found to have a low heart rate.

Administrative detainee Tal Yinon Dardik hospitalized after low heart rate recorded

Truck plows into vehicles after overturning at gas station

Truck overturns at gas station near Sha'ar Hagai interchange, crashing into several vehicles and trapping one victim.

Truck plows into vehicles after overturning at gas station

Ben Gvir discloses:

Ben Gvir discloses Barghouti urged Arab parties to unite against prison reforms

Ben Gvir says the terrorist sent a message through his attorneys to the Arab parties, urging them to unite in order to bring about the cancellation of the prison reform.

Ben Gvir discloses Barghouti urged Arab parties to unite against prison reforms

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria from Mount Hermon

Two Israeli civilians cross border into Syrian territory, are located by IDF troops, returned to Israel, and detained.

Two Israelis detained after crossing into Syria from Mount Hermon

Study warns: Unelected officials weakening Knesset authority

New Yachin Center study warns balance of power has shifted from elected lawmakers to the Knesset's legal bureaucracy, calls for reforms to restore legislative authority to members of Knesset.

Study warns: Unelected officials weakening Knesset authority

Watch: Massive fire erupts in Sderot industrial zone

Major blaze tears through a warehouse complex in Sderot, authorities rule out the presence of hazardous materials.

Watch: Massive fire erupts in Sderot industrial zone

Eldar wrote 'it's a mess here' - and disappeared

Family of 23-year-old Eldar (Yitzhak) Dayan appeals for information following disappearance over a week ago.

Eldar wrote 'it's a mess here' - and disappeared

Joint Ops & Counterterror efforts

Joint Ops & Counterterror efforts: Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

The head of the Shin Bet paid his first official working visit to the Border Police National Counter-Terrorism Unit and agreed to deepen operational and technological coordination.

Joint Ops & Counterterror efforts: Shin Bet Chief Zini makes 1st official visit to YAMAM

IDF intercepts two UAVs on Israel-Jordan border

Two UAVs intercepted near Israel-Jordan border; IDF investigating.

IDF intercepts two UAVs on Israel-Jordan border

Woman drowns at beach near Sdot Yam

A 76-year-old woman drowned this morning on a beach near Sdot Yam.

Woman drowns at beach near Sdot Yam

Response to terror: Eight new outposts within days

Eight new outposts, including two in Area B, established since deadly Havat Gilad terror attack.

Response to terror: Eight new outposts within days

Female soldier found dead at base in central Israel

The IDF announced that a soldier was found dead last night at a base in central Israel.

Female soldier found dead at base in central Israel

Rare First Temple mold discovered beneath Tower of David

Archaeologists uncover first known mold used to produce First Temple-era female figurines in Jerusalem, offering direct evidence the artifacts were manufactured in the city nearly 2,600 years ago.

Rare First Temple mold discovered beneath Tower of David

Watch

Watch: Despite the heat, signs of autumn at Hula Lake Park

Eight flamingos arrived at the nature reserve this weekend along with other migratory birds.

Watch: Despite the heat, signs of autumn at Hula Lake Park

Syrian president: We will not intervene militarily in Lebanon

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa says Damascus won't involve itself militarily in Lebanon, but warns internal instability there would have serious repercussions for Syria.

Syrian president: We will not intervene militarily in Lebanon

Just before Washington trip

Just before Washington trip: Netanyahu reveals concern over possible US pressure

The Prime Minister embarks on a quick visit to the US at the President's invitation, focusing on discussing the Iranian issue and attending the funeral ceremony for Senator Lindsey Graham

Just before Washington trip: Netanyahu reveals concern over possible US pressure

9/11 families demand:

9/11 families demand Mamdani be banned from 25th anniversary ceremony

A petition drive led by 9/11 victims' families demands NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani be barred from the 25th anniversary Ground Zero memorial ceremony.

9/11 families demand Mamdani be banned from 25th anniversary ceremony

Police search for shooter

Two dead, five injured in shooting in Seattle, police search for shooter

At least two dead and five injured in a shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival at Seattle Center. Police search for the shooter.

Two dead, five injured in shooting in Seattle, police search for shooter

After vessel strike

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation after Caspian Sea cargo vessel strike

Tehran summons a Ukrainian diplomat and warns of retaliation following a Caspian Sea strike on an Iranian vessel that killed a sailor.

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation after Caspian Sea cargo vessel strike

Berlin attack suspect shot dead by police following manhunt

Police fatally shoot 21-year-old suspect in deadly Berlin attack that left one dead and 29 injured.

Berlin attack suspect shot dead by police following manhunt

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, pioneer of haredi military integration, passes away at 32

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, a Belz Hasid who spearheaded the "Ma'alot Tzur" initiative to integrate haredim into the military, passes away after his condition deteriorated during a medical procedure.

Rabbi Yaakov Farber, pioneer of haredi military integration, passes away at 32

Foreign interference?

Concerns over foreign interference: Shin Bet chief to brief Knesset committee

In a closed-door meeting of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Subcommittee for Intelligence, Shin Bet Director David Zini will present data on influence operations by enemy states.

Concerns over foreign interference: Shin Bet chief to brief Knesset committee

'We have more than we need'

'We have more than we need': Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

President Trump rejects reports that he delayed massive two-week military strike on Iran over concerns about declining missile stockpiles.

'We have more than we need': Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

Suspicious object neutralized outside MK Avi Maoz’s home

Israel Police sappers neutralize a suspicious bag found in the yard of the Noam party leader’s residence. Object taken to a laboratory for further examination.

Suspicious object neutralized outside MK Avi Maoz’s home

Haredim launch consumer initiative to combat cost of living

Haredi community leaders are launching a large-scale consumer initiative aimed at reducing the cost of living for families of Yeshiva students, following the recent economic sanctions imposed on Yeshiva students who do not report for IDF service.

Haredim launch consumer initiative to combat cost of living

Bennett-Lapid hit all-time low polling numbers

A new Kantar poll shows Likud leading with 22 seats, while Gadi Eisenkot trails by one seat and matches Netanyahu in support for prime minister, while Bennett trails.

Bennett-Lapid hit all-time low polling numbers

Military backtracks

Military backtracks: IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

The IDF acknowledged it knew of the unauthorized hike before the terror attack but did not stop it or provide security, according to a report.

Military backtracks: IDF knew of hike before deadly terror attack

Shots fired at Jewish bakery in Toronto in twin vandalism attacks

Gunshots struck one Toronto bakery branch while another was vandalized, prompting a hate crime investigation and condemnation from Gideon Sa'ar.

Shots fired at Jewish bakery in Toronto in twin vandalism attacks