In northern Israel, archaeologists discover earliest winepress
Extraordinary archaeological discoveries, including earliest winepress and evidence of Canaanite folk worship, uncovered near Tel Megiddo in Israel’s north.
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CAM: Mamdani likely to refuse to recognize antisemitism
Combat Antisemitism Movement bemoans election Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, warns Jewish community will lack an advocate in city leadership come January.
Iran frees French nationals accused of spying for Israel
Iran releases French nationals Kohler and Paris after three years in prison, in what appears to be a prisoner swap following France’s conditional release of Iranian student Mahdieh Esfandiari.
Mamdani elected as New York City's next mayor
Zohran Mamdani wins NYC’s mayoral race, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani vows to fight antisemitism and Islamophobia.
Outrage:
Outrage: Jordan’s Queen equates Israel’s actions to Holocaust crimes
In a speech in Munich, Queen Rania compares Israel’s actions in Gaza to Nazi Germany’s treatment of Jews, praises anti-Israel protests, and accuses Israel of illegal occupation.
UPS cargo plane crashes in Kentucky, at least 7 dead
UPS cargo plane crashes near Louisville airport after takeoff, killing 7 and injuring 11. The NTSB will lead the investigation; officials warn casualty numbers may rise.
New MAG
Minister Israel Katz clarifies appointment of new MAG to Likud members
Minister Israel Katz responds to criticism over the appointment of Itai Ofir as MAG: An excellent candidate who supported settlement efforts - even when bureaucrats opposed them.
Investigator to former MAG:
Investigator to former MAG: It’s all a bluff, you tried to evade arrest
Investigators tell dismissed Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi they do not believe she intended to take her own life.
Israel detects significant Hezbollah buildup
At a security briefing convened by the Prime Minister, senior defense officials warn Hezbollah is accelerating its armament and infrastructure rehabilitation efforts.
Body of murdered hostage Sgt. Itay Chen returned to Israel
Prime Minister’s Office announces that the body of abducted fallen soldier Sergeant Itay Chen has been returned to Israel. Hamas continues to hold the bodies of seven murdered hostages.
NYPD:
NYPD: Jews targeted in 62% of NYC hate crimes last month
NYPD data shows Jews were targeted in 62% of NYC hate crimes last month. The spike comes as voters head to the polls in the mayoral election.
Report: US mulls Saudi request for 48 F-35s
The US is weighing a Saudi request to buy 48 F-35 jets, according to Reuters, a move that could shift the regional balance and test Israel’s military edge.
Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff: 'No terrorist will leave Gaza until Hadar Goldin is returned'
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivers a firm message to the political echelon on the terrorists who are still in the Rafah area.
Following MAG case, Netanyahu considers snap elections
Prime Minister considering holding snap elections within three months in light of the Military Attorney General's case and while focusing on necessary changes to the judicial system.
Floyd Mayweather
Floyd Mayweather: 'I'm not with Israel 50%, I'm with you 100%'
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather received the 'World Champion for Israel' award at the Republican Jewish Coalition conference in Las Vegas.
IDF uncovered terror tunnel and Hamas launchers and rockets in Shejaiya and Jabaliya area
IDF uncovered a terror tunnel spanning hundreds of meters long and a Hamas compound containing launchers and rockets.
Israel shines at Pickleball World Cup
Israelis win gold and silver medals in their first international pickleball tournament.
Israel, India sign defense Memorandum of Understanding
Today, Israel and India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance defense, industrial, and technological cooperation.
State Comptroller's report:
Comptroller slams government over lack of economic preparedness for war
Report reveals major failures in Israel’s preparedness for economic emergencies; Minister of Finance did not exercise his powers and PM is responsible for not ensuring effective civilian leadership.
Hamas:
Hamas says it will return body of murdered Israeli civilian tonight
The bodies of eight hostages continue to be held in Gaza.
Gal Gadot to receive Hollywood Icon award
Israeli actress and Wonder Woman star to receive the Women’s Guild Cedars-Sinai's 'Hollywood Icon' award at the Snow Ball gala this month.
How Hezbollah-linked charities get around US sanctions
Charities subject to US sanctions use accounts of non-sanctioned individuals to raise money as Iran-controlled Lebanse terror group attempts to rebuild.
Finance and Defense Ministry clash over reserve service
At a press conference presenting the 2026 budget assessment, the two ministries blamed on another for causing Israel's security issues.
US Jews say Israel’s existence is vital, back Trump peace plan
A new survey finds most US Jews view Israel as vital to Jewish continuity, support Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, and credit him with securing the hostage release deal.
Yair Netanyahu:
Yair Netanyahu: 'Israel has neutralized all existential threats'
Yair Netanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, spoke at a pro-Israel convention organized by the Centre for Fundamental Rights in Budapest.
Dick Cheney, former US Vice President, dies at 84
Cheney, who served as Vice President under President George W. Bush and shaped post-9/11 US policy, dies at 84 surrounded by his wife and daughters.
Tommy Robinson acquitted of terror charges
Judge finds no basis for police demand after activist refused to unlock phone at Channel Tunnel citing journalistic protections.
Col. Asaf Hamami laid to rest
Thousands of people, including the president and current and former Chiefs of Staff, accompanied the late Col. Assaf Hamami to his burial at Kiryat Shaul Military Cemetery.
Report:
Report: Iran arming Iraqi militias ahead of clash with Israel
Tehran shifts strategic weight to Iraqi proxies, equipping them with advanced arms and preparing them for potential conflict with Israel, Iraqi sources reveal.
Justice Minister:
Justice Minister: 'Retired judge to replace AG for Sde Teiman investigation'
Yariv Levin wrote to the acting Civil Service Commissioner requesting approval to appoint retired judge Asher Kula as a temporary replacement for government legal adviser Gali Baharav-Miara in the Sde Teiman scandal.
Officers will not face charges for assaulting haredim in Meron
A year and a half after hharedim were recorded being violently assaulted in Meron, the police officers will not face prosecution for procedural reasons.
Refael answers
Did Iran obtain secret info on Israeli defense systems? Refael answers
Iran claims to have hacked a Rafael subcontractor and accessed data on key defense systems. Rafael denies classified info was leaked, calling the claims unfounded.
Sde Teiman affair
Prosecutor in abuse cases suspended over sensitive info leak
The IDF prosecutor in the Sde Teiman case has been placed on leave amid suspicions he leaked footage and documents at the request of dismissed MAG Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi.
Foreign Minister:
Foreign Minister: 'We won't compromise on the eradication of Hamas'
Foreign Minister Gideon Saar launched a visit to New Delhi today with a promise to fully eliminate Hamas.
NYC honors Cpt. Omer Neutra
NYC honors Captain Omer Neutra - a hometown hero finally brought home
Hundreds gathered at Columbus Circle to honor Captain Omer Neutra z”l, a NY native whose body was held by Hamas for 758 days, and to call for the return of the eight hostages still in Gaza.
Boris Johnson:
Boris Johnson: 'Europe must understand that antisemitism is its problem too'
At a high-level EJA conference in Krakow, Jewish and European leaders warned that antisemitism is surging and urged Europe to declare Jews a 'protected people' now.
New details:
Polygraph uncovers MAG WhatsApp group behind video leak
A senior officer’s polygraph confession exposed a MAG Corps WhatsApp group, led by Tomer-Yerushalmi, that allegedly orchestrated the leak at the heart of the Sde Teiman affair.
Senior Analyst:
Senior Analyst: 'Hamas would see immunity while still in Gaza as insurance'
Arab affairs expert Zvi Yehezkeli reviews the error inherent in the decision to allow free passage to Hamas forces trapped outside the yellow line.
Tucker Carlson row:
ZOA threatens to quit Heritage Foundation over support for Tucker Carlson
Organization threatens to quit antisemitism initiative unless Heritage Foundation denounces Tucker Carlson and ends all affiliation with the controversial host.
UK train attacker charged with 10 counts of attempted murder
Anthony Williams charged with attempted murder after stabbing 11 people on a UK train. Police say he may be linked to other knife attacks.
