Agreement to end war in Lebanon in the near future
US and Israel close to reaching an agreement to push Hezbollah away from the Israel-Lebanon border and end fighting in Lebanon, report says.
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In Gaza and Lebanon: 150 terror targets struck in a day
IDF soldiers uncover tunnel shafts, weapons and terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon; combat against terrorists in Jabaliya in Gaza continues.
Bereaved mother:
Bereaved mother: 'Look at each other without barriers'
The mother of fallen soldier Gilad Nitzan shares her way to honor her son's legacy.
Ancient city discovered in excavations near Beit Shemesh
Newly-discovered 5,000-year-old site - one of the earliest ever found in Israel - played a central role in the Judean Lowlands Early Bronze Age settlement network.
Poll:
Less than a week before elections, poll shows many Jews still undecided
Trump voters say Israel key factor in decision, American Jews' support for Democrats hits all-time low, JPPI poll shows.
Houthis claim to have targeted three ships
Yemen's Houthi rebels announce three separate operations targeting ships in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea.
Biden:
Biden: I will talk to Netanyahu about 'negotiations under fire' comment
US President asked about Netanyahu’s view that it is better to conduct negotiations under fire rather than during a ceasefire: I’ll reserve that for my discussion with him.
'Loot' from Hezbollah
'Loot' from Hezbollah: Pickup truck with rocket launchers found at Golani junction
Police arrest truck driver and another passenger who were driving a vehicle with a rocket launcher that was taken as loot from Lebanon.
Over Bennett, Lapid and Gantz
Most Israelis prefer Netanyahu as Prime Minister over Bennett, Lapid and Gantz
New poll finds that Prime Minister Netanyahu leads on the question of suitability for the role of Prime Minister, but the coalition he leads does not reach 61 seats.
'Totally wrong'
British Foreign Secretary criticizes Israel's anti-UNRWA laws: Totally wrong
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy criticizes bills passed by the Knesset banning the activities of UNRWA: The UK has been clear that Israel must ensure UNRWA can deliver aid at the speed and scale needed.
Report:
Report: CIA Director floated new outline for hostage release deal
According to Axios, CIA Director William Burns proposed a 28-day pause in hostilities, with Hamas releasing about eight hostages and Israel releasing dozens of terrorist prisoners.
Hamas sources:
Hamas sources: We're willing to consider Egypt's proposal
Sources in Hamas tell Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper that the organization is willing to consider Egyptian proposal for a hostage release deal, but still insists on a complete end to the war.
Jerusalem
Protest against Netanyahu in Jerusalem: You are the leader, you are guilty
Nine suspects arrested during protest outside the Prime Minister's residence on Azza Street in Jerusalem.
Danon to Security Council:
Danon to Security Council: Enough empty words, impose crippling sanctions on Iran
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN speaks at Security Council, warns Iran that any further aggression on its part will be met with swift action on the part of Israel.
Over failure to endorse Harris
More than 200,000 cancel Washington Post subscriptions over failure to endorse Harris
8 percent of subscribers of Washington Post cancel their subscriptions over owner Jeff Bezos' decision to prevent the paper from endorsing Kamala Harris for President.
Poll:
Poll: Israelis favor Trump almmost four times more than Harris
A new survey shows that Trump holds a popularity rating almost four times that of Harris in Israel as election day looms.
A dream comes true for muscular dystrophy patient
Emergency responders bring joy to a young boy with muscular dystrophy and a dream.
Major Guy Yaacov Nezri succumbs to wounds sustained in Lebanon
Major Nezri ,25, from Atlit, a Company Commander in the 52nd Battalion, 401th Brigade, succumbed to his wounds after being severely injured on October 19 during combat in southern Lebanon.
Knesset passes law barring UNRWA from operating in Israel
92 out pf 120 MKs vote in favor of bills barring UNRWA from operating in Israel after it was proven to have employed multiple Hamas terrorists, including terrorists who participated in the 10/7 massacre.
South Africa submits 'evidence' to ICJ accusing Israel of genocide
South Africa submits 'Memorial' to International Court of Justice containing the 'evidence' to support its accusation Israel is committing a genocide in the war against Hamas.
Report:
Report: These are Israel's conditions for ending Lebanon operation
Israeli media reports US and Israel are working on a deal in which Israel would end its military operation in Lebanon in exchange for American support for steps to ensure Hezbollah does not rearm and reform.
Legendary Boxer Floyd Mayweather visits wounded IDF soldiers
In his 4th visit to Israel since the start of the war, Mayweather visited Belev Echad’s rehabilitation center in Kiryat Ono, Israel, to meet and support Israeli soldiers who were wounded during the recent conflict.
Binyamin Governor:
'David Friedman did the most of any ambassador for Jewish communities in Yesha'
Binyamin Regional Council Governor and Yesha Council Chair Israel Ganz met on Sunday with former US Ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, who gave Ganz a copy of “One Jewish State,” Friedman’s new book outlining his solution to the Arab-Israeli conflict.
IDF troops dismantle Hezbollah infrastructure in Kfarkela
IDF troops operating in Kfarkela are dismantling the terrorist infrastructure that Hezbollah has embedded in the area, including inside civilian homes and infrastructure, over the course of many years.
Chief of Staff to wounded soldiers:
'Your comrades are strengthened when they hear you're recovering'
As part of a week of paying tribute to IDF soldiers wounded in the "Swords of Iron" War, the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, visited the Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva.
Gallant:
Gallant: 'Strike on Iran changes balance of power'
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant declared: “The strike on Iran is yet another record-breaking achievement during this war. This changes the balance of power.”
Watch:
Watch: Biden votes early in Delaware
US President votes in his home state a week before the election between his predecessor Donald Trump and his Vice President Kamala Harris to decide his successor.
NIS 2 billion deal to expand Iron Beam laser defense system signed
Defense Mistry signs landmark deal worth approximately NIS 2 billion (over $500 million) to expand serial production of Israel's first domestically developed laser interception system, the Iron Beam, with lead developers Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Elbit Systems.
PMO:
PMO: New outline for hostage deal that takes recent developments into account
Mossad chief, CIA chief, and Qatari PM discuss new outline for hostage and ceasefire deal that combines previous proposals and also takes into account the main issues and recent developments in the region.
New Evidence:
New Evidence: Suspicions strengthen that Glilot ramming was terrorist attack
Police have seized a video supporting the theory that the collision was an attack rather than an accident.
Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in Tyre targeted
The IAF struck Hezbollah weapons and anti-tank-missile storage facilities, terrorist infrastructure, and observation posts in the area of Tyre in southern Lebanon.
Australia revokes Candace Owens' visa over antisemitism
Immigration Minister Tony Burke cites right-wing commentators statements against Jews and Muslims in decision to revoke her visa to Australia.
Mahmoud Abbas: Israel is a colonial project of the US
Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas speaks to Russia's Margarita Simonyan, claiming Israel is a US 'colonial project.' 'If not for America, Israel would not exist.'
IDF releases footage, radio transmissions, from Sinwar's elimination
IDF publishes radio transmissions and footage from the bodycams of the soldiers who eliminated Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and other terrorists.
Daughters of fallen reservist:
Daughters of fallen reservist: 'He went to battle to save his brethren in the north'
Esther Tzdok and Rachel Moyal, the daughters of Shaul Moyal who fell in Lebanon: 'One of our siblings said that they asked him if he was afraid to leave us, and he answered: 'I'm going to save the residents of the north.'
Call for unity:
The bereaved family's condition for visits by politicians
The family of fallen IDF officer Rabbi Avi Goldberg asks that politicians visit with a member of the opposing side. 'At a time when the rifts in Israeli society are growing, it is important for us to underline the value of unity.'
'Harris is bad for Jews':
'Harris is bad for Jews': Satmar hasidim to support Trump's candidacy
Leaders of Satmar hasidic sect announce decision to vote for Donald Trump, due to concerns Kamala Harris poses a risk for Jews.
'Hamas uses ambulances for terror activities'
IDF conducts precise operation against Hamas terror stronghold embedded in Kamal Adwan Hospital in Jabaliya, arresting 100 terrorists and preventing harm to civilians.
Disaster averted:
Disaster averted: F-16 en route to airstrike nearly collides with another jet
A fighter pilot received permission to take off but as he was speeding down the runway saw another jet crossing in front of him. He managed to avoid a collision.
Pain and unity at October 7th memorial event
Michal Gabay, mother of the late Shani, who was killed in the October 7 massacre, thanks ZAKA volunteers: 'Thanks to your efforts, she is buried with the honor she deserves!'
