Man seriously injured in antisemitic assault in Brooklyn
A man in his 60s was seriously injured after being attacked on a street in Flatbush, New York. The New York Police Department’s Hate Crimes Unit opened an investigation into the circumstances.
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Jordan reports missiles and UAVs from Iran intercepted
Jordanian sources say multiple Iranian missiles and drones shot down; explosions heard in Eilat.
Undercover raid foils imminent Jerusalem terror attack
In overnight operation, undercover Border Police officers arrest two Shuafat residents suspected of planning imminent terror attack in Jerusalem. Watch.
Unprecedented:
Unprecedented: State seeks to strip citizenship from terrorists
In first-of-its-kind move, State Attorney's Office seeks to revoke citizenship of terrorists convicted of plotting to help Hamas during wartime.
Israeli assessment: US incapable of destroying 'Pickaxe Mountain'
Iran's deeply buried 'Pickaxe Mountain' complex near Natanz already contains the components needed for a uranium enrichment facility, report says.
Nearly half of Israelis back nationwide Tisha B'Av closures
Nearly half of Israelis support a nationwide ban on opening entertainment venues and restaurants on the eve of Tisha B'Av, according to a new survey, with supporters arguing the day should be recognized as a national day of remembrance.
NYC Councilman blasts Mamdani's 'obsession' with Netanyahu
New York City Council member Jim Gennaro slams NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over empty threats to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Donkey found bound inside car trunk at Jerusalem checkpoint
Border Police officers discover donkey with its legs tied inside a vehicle's trunk during an inspection at the Tunnels Crossing.
Meron rabbi urges modest dress at Rashbi tomb
Ahead of summer tourist season, Meron's Rabbi Elazar Stern calls on visitors to the tomb of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai to dress modestly, respect site's sanctity.
Report: Hamas tightens grip on Gaza
Hamas reportedly installing loyalists in key clan, municipal, leadership positions across Gaza, offering incentives and humanitarian benefits ahead of creation of technocratic government.
Police bust 500M shekel fraud ring
Police and the Israel Tax Authority have revealed details of a major joint investigation, dubbed 'Proof of Payment,' into an international financial crime network.
Senate GOP leader:
Senate GOP leader: We would 'welcome' Fetterman if he leaves Democrats over Israel
Senate Majority Leader John Thune expresses readiness to accept Sen. John Fetterman into the GOP if he departs the Democratic Party over Israel stance disputes.
Three meetings in two weeks
Three meetings in two weeks | Are four top figures heading toward a joint ticket?
Over the past two weeks, at least three meetings have been held between Benny Gantz and Dedi Simchi, and Yuli Edelstein and Ayelet Shaked, in an effort to form a unified political slate.
11th consecutive night
11th consecutive night: CENTCOM hits Iranian hangars and logistics
CENTCOM completes its 11th consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets to protect Strait of Hormuz shipping following months of Iranian aggression.
Netherlands to enforce import ban on Judea and Samaria goods
Dutch official says an import ban targeting products from Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria will start September 22.
Trump orders end to decades-long ban on direct US flights to Lebanon
President Donald Trump directs his administration to permit direct US flights to Lebanon following a White House meeting with President Joseph Aoun.
Report:
Report: Trump approves historic US-Saudi civilian nuclear pact
The Wall Street Journal reports that President Trump approved a 30-year civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, granting US firms a central role while exploring local uranium enrichment.
Damascus’s secret path
Damascus’s secret path | Syria prepares to move against Hezbollah in Lebanon
Despite the Syrian president’s official rejection of President Donald Trump’s proposal, preparations are underway behind the scenes to intervene on the Hezbollah issue in Lebanon.
Poll: Netanyahu and Eisenkot tied
Right-wing bloc secures 49 seats, while the anti-Netanyahu bloc - excluding Arab parties - reaches 60 seats.
Hegseth: US war in Iran has cost $37.5 billion so far
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth tells lawmakers that US operations in Iran have cost $37.5 billion to this point, warning of training cuts if additional funds are delayed.
Ben Gvir at Havat Gilad: The homes will be rebuilt
National Security Minister tours the Samaria community following severe fire, promising to work toward restoring the damaged homes.
Watch:
Watch: Yeruham council head hospitalized after confrontation with police
A protest over KKL-JNF funding escalated into a dramatic confrontation Tuesday as Yeruham Council head Adv. Nili Aharon was hospitalized following a clash with police at the Omer Council.
Appeals court overturns lower court's order that US release anti-Israel activist
An appeals court overturned a lower court's order that the Trump Administration release a student who led anti-Israel demonstrations at Columbia University during the October 7 war.
Israel Dog Unit secures commemoration of Rabbi Isaac Luria
Throughout the commemoration, IDU volunteers deployed specially trained working dogs and maintained a visible security presence around key gathering points.
President Herzog:
President Herzog: Threats to election integrity - from within and without
President Isaac Herzog delivers a special statement this evening from his home in Jerusalem, addressing divisions among the public ahead of the upcoming elections.
Religious Zionist rabbis defend IDF against haredi leader
Senior rabbis from the Torat Ha’aretz HaTova organization have issued a public statement expressing support for IDF soldiers and the religious-Zionist community following controversial remarks by prominent Haredi leader Rabbi Dov Lando.
Trump
Trump: 'A lot more countries will join the Abraham Accords soon'
The US President and the Lebanese President met today at the White House.
Trump calls Iranian regime 'savages' after execution of protester
US President calls one of the latest protesters to be executed by the Iranian regime the 'latest one of 52,000.'
Ex-Sanders staffer:
Former Bernie Sanders staffer says Senator backs antisemitic candidates
Joel Rubin, who served as Sen. Bernie Sanders' Jewish outreach director during his 2020 presidential campaign, accused the Vermont independent of promoting candidates whose rhetoric and positions fuel antisemitism.
Investigation
Investigation: Hamas planned massive October 7th attacks across Europe
Swiss newspaper reports Hamas had a years-long plot to carry out an October 7-style wave of coordinated terrorist attacks across Europe, targeting Israeli, Jewish, and Western institutions.
Viagra study points to possible role in slowing cancer spread
A new study led by Israeli researchers suggests that sildenafil, the active ingredient in Viagra, could one day play a role in slowing the spread of cancer by disrupting cancer cells' access to cholesterol, a key component needed for metastasis.
Arkia expands New York-Tel Aviv service
Arkia announced that the company is expanding its New York - Tel Aviv service ahead of the peak summer travel period,
Airports Authority Director
Airports Authority Dir: We'll have to cancel flights if any more refueling planes come
Israel Airports Authority Director General Sharon Kedmi says that Ben Gurion Airport will not be able to operate all of its planned flights if it receives additional American refueling planes.
Evangelical Leader:
Evangelical Leader: 'Does JD now stand for Jew Defamer?'
Evangelical Christian leader Laurie Cardoza-Moore has called on President Trump to distance himself from recent statements about Israel made by his Vice President.
These are the funeral arrangements for Senator Lindsey Graham
Senator Darline Graham announces that the funeral for her brother, the late Senator Lindsey Graham, will be held in DC and South Carolina next week.
Pedestrian killed after being struck by a manual forklift in Netanya
A 68-year-old pedestrian was killed after being struck by a manual forklift while a pallet of plasterboard was being unloaded from a truck in Netanya. Police are investigating.
Carlebach's daughter speaks:
Carlebach's daughter speaks out: 'I stand behind his good'
As a new documentary premieres, Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach's daughters offer sharply different responses to its portrayal of his legacy.
Hen Mazzig:
Anonymous online form in Italy urges reporting of Jews and Israelis
An anonymous online form circulating in Italy encourages users to report Jews, Israelis, and alleged 'Zionists,' Jewish leaders condemn the initiative as reminiscent of a modern-day 'yellow badge.'
For the second time in a week: Syria thwarts Hezbollah smuggling attempt
Customs at the Jdeidat Yabous border crossing foiled an attempt to smuggle 226 grenade launcher rounds and other weapons concealed in a private vehicle bound for Lebanon.
October 7 kidnapper eliminated in IDF strike in southern Gaza
The IDF says it eliminated Hamas commander Asma Abu Tim, who infiltrated Nir Oz on October 7 and took part in abducting Nurit and Amiram Cooper and Alexander Dancyg
