Israel National News

India:

India: 8-year-old saves his life by biting cobra to death

Quick-thinking child survives attack by venomous cobra by biting back.

Supreme Court ruling on reasonability standard sparks firestorm

The ruling by the Supreme Court to block the reasonability standard reform has brought reactions from across Israel's political spectrum.

Kohelet Policy Forum:

Kohelet Policy Forum: Unfortunate Supreme Court chose this moment to sow division

Think tank says 'in 1 of the most unfortunate actions in the Court’s history, it has rushed a divisive decision, in the midst of a war.'

Report:

Report: Israeli officials to visit Cairo for prisoner exchange talks

A new report claims that an Israeli delegation will discuss possibilities including the IDF withdrawing and increased aid to Gaza.

5 IDF reservists injured in Hezbollah attacks on northern Israel

IDF retaliates after multiple attacks launched at Galilee region on Monday.

Iranian opposition member to speak at Knesset tomorrow

Vahid Beheshti, a member of the Iranian opposition, will speak at the Knesset tomorrow about the future of the Gaza Strip after the war.

Sgt. Amichai Oster from Karnei Shomron killed in battle in Gaza

Sergeant First Class (res.) Amichai Yisrael Yehoshua Oster (24) falls in battle in northern Gaza.

Overturning Basic Law:

Supreme Court strikes down Reasonableness Standard law, overturning a Basic Law

Israel's Supreme Court makes historic move of striking down a quasi-constitutional law while Israel is at war with Hamas.

Report: Iranian-backed terror at unprecedented level

A new report claims that terror groups backed by Iran have been working together.ore than ever since the October 7th massacre.

Danon to Netanyahu:

Danon to Netanyahu: Withdrawal of forces sends bad message to Sinwar

At Likud faction meeting, MK Danon says Israel risks undoing gains in war by bowing to US pressure, Minister Akunis says PA won't rule Gaza.

Swords of Iron amputees pray for soldiers at Western Wall

People who lost limbs in the Hamas invasion or in Gaza joined soldiers wounded in past wars to pray for wounded IDF soldiers.

Hamas terrorist tells Gazan:

Hamas terrorist tells Gazan: 'I'll place explosives between you and your wife'

Gazan protested explosives near his home, terrorist told him, 'If you don't like this, I'll put the explosives between you and your wife.'

Australia:

Australia: Jewish doctor assaulted while helping unconcious man

An Australian Jewish doctor was helping a man who had collapsed in the street - who woke up and immediately assaulted the doctor.

Northern children tell Knesset committee: We have nowhere to go

Children from northern Israel tell Interior Affairs Committee of the terror they endure every day under the threat of Hezbollah.

Watch:

Watch: Terrorist hides RPG under blanket to attack IDF forces

In footage captured from Gaza, a terrorist can be seen bragging about having destroyed 3 tanks after disguising himself as a civilian.

Change of policy:

Change of policy: Israelis with non-biometric passports to wait in line

Population Authority head announces change in policy aimed at preventing foreigners from entering Israel using forged passports.

This is how Lipa Schmeltzer celebrated the new year

Hasidic singer Lipa Schmeltzer attends hasidic wedding, sings Rosh Hashanah tune when the clock strikes midnight on Jan. 1, 2024.

IDF eliminates terror cell attempting to launch UAVs at Israel

Hezbollah terrorists attempted to launch hostile aircraft from a civilian area in Maroun El Ras, adjacent to the border with Israel.

Report:

Israel asking Egypt to allow forces to operate on Gaza-Egypt border

Israel attempting to convince Egypt to okay Israeli forces along Philadelphi Route at Gaza-Egypt border, report says.

Ilan Weiss, missing since October 7th, was murdered

The family of Weiss, 50, from Be'eri, who was considered missing since October 7th, was notified that he was murdered during the massacre.

Terrorist was a 'promising soccer player'

The 'Palestine National Football Team' mourned Ahmad A'lian, who stabbed two Israeli security guards south of Jerusalem.

Report: Biden pressured Netanyahu to reduce airstrikes in Gaza

Biden pressured Netanyahu to focus on targeted operations, reduce widescale airstrikes, New York Times report says.

Gaza arms theft:

Defense attorney claims client fought bravely and saved lives

The attorney of Roi Yifrah, who allegedly impersonated security personnel to sneak into Gaza and steal arms, says the client is a hero.

Japan orders evacuations following strong earthquake

Japanese PM urges residents of affected areas to evacuate, after series of earthquakes shakes island nation, bringing risk of tsunami.

Jewish actor assaulted in Los Angeles

Beverly Hills 90210 actor Ian Ziering was surrounded and beaten by a group of individuals riding motorized bikes.

Proposal:

Proposal: Former Palestinian Authority official to rule Gaza after war

International sources propose Salam Fayyad, former Palestinian Authority leader, rule Gaza following Israel-Hamas war.

'Bring You Home':

'Bring You Home' | New English single dedicated to hostages

Tamir Grinberg's 'Bring Them Home' calls for the release of the 133 hostages still in Hamas captivity.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: This is the real solution to the situation in Gaza

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu proposes: 'Help Gazans emigrate to Europe - this is the most humane solution, and will prevent much bloodshed.'

IDF:

IDF: Of the 172 fallen soldiers, 29 were killed in accidents

Of those killed, 18 were killed by friendly fire, two by abnormal gunfire, and nine as a result of weapons and accidental accidents.

Jewish pro gamer banned from tournament over Zionist identity

CAM calls for immediate reinstatement of pro gamer from New York who was banned from ‘Super Smash Bros’ tournaments over Zionist identity.

National Security Minister orders: Change Nukhba terrorists' menu

Min. Ben Gvir: 'Our hostages in Gaza are suffering from hunger, Hamas' Nukhba terrorists can receive minimum we're obligated to give them.'

Israel to propose: Create obstacle on Philadelphi Route

The US would be required to fund the construction of an underground obstacle to prevent Egypt-Gaza smuggling; Egypt expected to oppose.

Defense establishment fears:

Defense establishment fears Hezbollah may attempt to invade from Jordan

Following a spike in smuggling from over the border, fears rise that Iran's proxies may attempt to attack Israel from Jordanian territory.

Jordanian MP admits:

Jordanian MP admits: Jordan benefits from peace agreements with Israel

First Deputy Speaker of the Jordanian Parliament says cancelling the agreements with Israel would be illogical.

Report:

Report: Britain considering strikes on Houthis

British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps says the government will not hesitate to take “direct action” to prevent further Houthi attacks.

'We have to wake up':

'We have to wake up': Ambassador to Germany calls for stronger response to antisemitism

Israel's Ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor: It's not enough to react with words to antisemitism. You have to do something practical.

Iraq:

Iraq: Drone shot down over base which hosts US troops

Defense systems shoot down armed drone over Ain al-Assad airbase in western Iraq.

Lebanon:

Growing criticism of Hezbollah in Lebanon as it attacks Israel

Officials in Lebanon blast the conduct of Hezbollah and the continued firing at Israel: We must prevent a destructive reaction.

As 2024 begins:

More than 20 rockets fired towards central Israel as 2024 begins

Sirens sounded at midnight in central Israel, Judean Lowlands and communities near the Gaza border. 18 rockets intercepted.

Ukraine:

Ukraine: Jewish man killed in rocket barrage in Kharkiv

30-year-old Artem Reznik killed in a rocket attack on the city on Friday morning.