Smotrich:
Smotrich: No need for Israel to enter Iran campaign now
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Israel should focus on economic pressure against Iran, calling the current confrontation situation favorable.
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Germany:
Germany: Planned a terror attack at a synagogue and blew his fingers off
Munich prosecutors file indictment against a 15-year-old with links to ISIS, suspected of planning an antisemitically motivated terrorist attack at a synagogue in Bavaria.
'This is mine, stay away':
Police expose threats: 'This is mine, stay away'
Police file indictment against Tuba-Zangariyye resident who threatened a Golan Heights businessman, demanding that he leave the area so he could take over the location himself.
Watch:
Watch: Haredi mob assaults IDF reservist
About 200 Gerrer hasidim demonstrated outside the home of AG Gali Baharav-Miara. An IDF reservist was injured after being assaulted by rioters.
After backlash, Rabbi Lando says his words were distorted
Rabbi Dov Lando says his private remarks were distorted and urges yeshiva students to avoid ideological arguments with those who oppose Torah values.
Senior Democrats support evacuation of Judea and Samaria communities
Majority of Democratic Party leaders openly declare support for evacuation of Judea and Samaria communities, reversing Smotrich's reforms in these areas, and advancement of diplomatic agreements in the spirit of the Oslo Accords.
Captor eliminated
IDF kills Hamas commander who led Gaza Brigade into Israel
The Hamas operations chief who led the October 7 infiltration and held Israeli hostages captive was killed in a Gaza City strike, the IDF and Shin Bet said.
Report:
Report: Trump administration weighs ending support for UN refugee agency
Diplomatic sources say a dispute over a UNHCR appointment and a funding review have raised fears of a US pullback from the agency's future.
'A spreading cancer'
Netanyahu called Jewish rioters in Judea and Samaria: 'A spreading cancer'
During a Security Cabinet discussion about the violence in Judea and Samaria, Netanyahu called the rioters a 'spreading cancer.'
Tenth straight night
US wraps up tenth night of strikes, Iran targets Kuwait base and oil tankers
CENTCOM completes its tenth night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran fires missiles at a US base in Kuwait and attacks two oil tankers.
NYC Councilwoman:
NYC Councilwoman: Probe Mamdani’s threat to arrest Netanyahu
NYC Councilwoman Inna Vernikov asks the State Department to review Mayor Zohran Mamdani's vow to detain Netanyahu.
Pentagon says nearly 100 US troops injured since July 7
Defense officials confirm nearly 100 US service members suffered mostly minor injuries since July 7, pushing back on claims the Pentagon hid the data.
Jewish politician Ed Miliband named UK Foreign Secretary
Jewish politician Ed Miliband appointed UK Foreign Secretary under new Prime Minister Andy Burnham. He has a history of sharp criticism toward Israeli policy.
Israeli assessment
Report: Israel assesses Iran moved thousands of centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain
The Wall Street Journal reports that Israeli intelligence estimates Iran relocated thousands of centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain.
Amid Middle East tensions
State Department issues global security warning amid Middle East tensions
US State Department issues a global travel advisory, warning citizens of complex Middle East tensions, potential travel disruptions, and overseas threats.
Trump to decide on broader military offensive targeting Iran
President Trump is expected to decide shortly whether to expand military strikes against Iran, according to Fox News.
Poll:
Poll: Eisenkot’s party continues to surge
A Channel 12 News poll shows the Yashar! party, led by Gadi Eisenkot, rising to 24 seats, maintaining its spot as Israel’s largest party. Likud follows closely behind with 23 seats.
Hockey sticks and alcohol
Trump hits Canada with 50% tariffs on hockey sticks, alcohol, and dairy
President Trump signs orders enacting 50% tariffs on Canadian goods like hockey sticks and booze, taking effect August 19.
Hungary:
Chess icon Judit Polgár declines nomination to become Hungary’s next President
Jewish Chess legend Judit Polgár declines PM Péter Magyar’s offer to become Hungary’s president, stating she lacks the strength to unite a divided nation.
'Hatred seeping into society'
'Hatred seeping into society:' Uzi Baruch warns of rising antisemitism in UK
After the incident at Luton Airport, Arutz Sheva editor-in-chief Uzi Baruch warns of the rise in antisemitism and the change that Britain is undergoing.
Danon blasts Mamdani
Danon blasts Mamdani: "The one who should be arrested is you"
UN Ambassador Danny Danon blasted NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over threats to arrest PM Netanyahu, calling them "political theater" and accusing him of siding with terrorists.
Darline Graham seeks to succeed brother in US Senate
Recently appointed Sen. Darline Graham launches her campaign for a full Senate term after receiving President Trump's endorsement.
Ministers Katz, Sofer hold online meeting with Lone Soldier's parents
Defense Minister Israel Katz and Minister of Aliyah and Integration Ofir Sofer held a transatlantic Zoom call today with the parents of Lone Soldiers serving in the IDF.
Disaster averted
Seconds before impact: IDF aborts strike on Israeli civilians
IDF drones were moments from striking five suspects near the Syrian border before lookouts realized they were Israeli activists, not terrorists.
For 1st time
For 1st time: Footage released of Rimon Kirsht & Yagev Buchshtab being abducted
For the first time since the October 7 massacre, footage has been released showing the abduction of Rimon Kirsht and Yagev Buchshtab from their home in Kibbutz Nirim.
Trump answers Mamdani:
Trump answers Mamdani: Netanyahu will not be arrested
President Trump said Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested in the US, rejecting NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal.
Democrats Party releases primary results
Israel's Democrats Party has published the results of its primary election for the 26th Knesset after an 86.2% voter turnout.
Trump warns Iran:
Trump warns Iran: 'They will pay many times over!'
US President Trump said that the Iranian regime will pay for any US servicemembers they kill.
Terrorist who commanded Inbar Haiman's kidnapping killed
The IDF said it killed the Islamic Jihad terrorist who commanded Inbar Haiman's abduction on October 7, along with another operative planning attacks.
Video captures moment balcony collapses onto bakery in Jerusalem
A security camera recorded the moment a balcony collapsed onto a business on KKL Street in Jerusalem.
Week three in Venezuela:
Week three in Venezuela: The Home Front Command's longest humanitarian mission
The IDF says its experts are helping Venezuelan authorities transition from emergency response to long-term rehabilitation after widespread devastation.
Incendiary device explodes outside FBI building in Manhattan
An incendiary device hidden in a cart exploded outside a Manhattan federal building, injuring two people before the suspect was arrested.
1 killed
1 killed, search for trapped people continues after Jerusalem balcony collapses
A balcony collapsed onto a business on Keren Kayemet LeIsrael Street in Jerusalem's Rehavia neighborhood, killing one.
Havat Gilad fire victims to receive terror compensation
Police determined the Havat Gilad fire was likely caused by a hostile act, making residents eligible for compensation as victims of terrorism.
Haredi MKs blast Tax Authority over Bnei Brak
Degel Hatorah MKs blast Israel Tax Authority for suspending compensation claims by Bnei Brak residents, claiming 'collective punishment.'
US announces
US announces: Implementation of Israel-Lebanon deal begins in pilot areas
State Department says the pilot program of the agreement between Israel and Lebanon to end hostilities has begun in 3 villages.
Houthis declare immediate naval blockade on Saudi Arabia
Iranian-backed rebel group claims it will exact 'eye for an eye, blockade for blockade' against Saudi Arabia.
Lahav 433 busts alleged NIS 80M Tax Authority fraud ring
Sweeping Lahav 433 investigation leads to arrest of current and former Tax Authority employees suspected of accepting bribes to approve fraudulent tax refunds.
Andy Burnham officially appointed UK Prime Minister
Burnham succeeds Keir Starmer after being invited by King Charles III to form a government, pledging unity while signaling a tougher stance on Israel.
Haskel urges Israel to ban Zohran Mamdani from entering country
MK Haskel calls on Israeli government to declare NYC Mayor candidate Zohran Mamdani persona non grata, citing his calls to arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu, support for boycotts against Israel.
