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Bodies of murdered hostages Amiram Cooper, Sahar Baruch returned
Two caskets of what are said to be hostages were brought to Israel and were taken to the National Institute for Forensic Medicine for identification.
King Charles to officially strip royal titles from Prince Andrew
Prince Andrew will also be evicted from Royal Lodge following the publication of Jeffery Epstein-related allegations against him.
Soldier probed for distributing flags of the Holy Temple in Gaza
The IDF has launched an investigation after Temple-themed flags were seen on vehicles in Gaza. A reservist who distributed them will be questioned by his commanders.
How the leak from the Sde Teiman base was exposed
The investigation into the leak of the video from Sde Teiman Base began after a senior official in the Military Advocate General’s Office confessed during a routine polygraph test. The information was transferred from the Shin Bet to the IDF Chief of Staff and the Attorney General, who then ordered a criminal investigation.
Israeli MKs:
Israeli MKs: Hungary stands alone in Europe backing Israel amid war
Speaking to Arutz Sheva in Budapest, MKs Tal and Rothman praise Hungary’s support, urge Israel to deepen ties with allies and take a tougher stance against its enemies.
'Defenseless'
'Defenseless:' The Mossad's message to Iran's Supreme Leader
A Mossad-affiliated X account published a message in Persian this evening, claiming that senior Revolutionary Guards officials are hiding information from Khamenei and making independent decisions.
Bereaved families find strength and joy at OneFamily Sukkot gathering
Bereaved families of terror and war victims gather for a day of unity, healing, and joy with support from donors, volunteers, and OneFamily staff.
Nearly 2,000 housing units to be approved in Judea and Samaria
The Supreme Planning Council is set to approve 1,973 new housing units across Judea and Samaria, as part of the building surge advanced by Minister Bezalel Smotrich since assuming his role.
Man falls to his death in Jerusalem at anti-conscription rally
Massive rally against haredi conscription in the capital turned deadly when a 20-year-old fell from a height at a construction site. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff: 'We carry pain, shame and the duty to make things right'
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivered address at the graduation ceremony of the IDF Combat Officer Training Course, praising the new commanders, recalling the army’s failures on October 7, and vowing the military will press on until all obligations are fulfilled.
Captivity survivor calls on public to put on tefillin with him
Bar Kuperstein, who recently returned from captivity in Gaza, is calling on the public to join him tomorrow at 10:00 AM at Hostages Square to put on tefillin for the release of the bodies of the murdered hostages.
Watch:
Watch: Thousands of haredim protest IDF conscription
Tens of thousands gathered in Jerusalem for a mass rally protesting the arrests of haredi draft evaders, declaring loyalty to Torah study and denouncing the government.
Watch:
Watch: Haredi demonstrators attack reporter in Jerusalem
Participants at the anti-conscription rally in Jerusalem threw water bottles at Channel 12 reporter Inbar Twizer and her camera crew live on air.
Heartbreaking:
Heartbreaking: Ofir Tzarfati laid to rest - for a third time
Hundreds gathered at Ofir Tzarfati’s grave for a third time after additional remains returned from Hamas captivity. His grieving family mourned anew at the reopened grave.
Massive autism benefit scam uncovered, leads to multiple arrests
Resident of southern Israel arrested for orchestrating large-scale scheme defrauding National Insurance of tens of millions of shekels through fake autism benefit claims.
Jerusalem rally:
Rabbi Zini bans participation in Jerusalem rally, warns of national harm
Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Zini strongly prohibits participation in haredi protest against the Draft Law, warning it 'stabs IDF soldiers in the back,' will cause lasting harm to the nation and Torah.
Defense Ministry to construct barrier along eastern border
Defense Ministry finalizes plans to build new security barrier along border with Jordan, construction to start in the coming weeks.
March Of The Million:
March Of The Million: Route 1 blocked, massive crowding at train stations
Thousands are packed into train cars and stations are filled to capacity with haredi demonstrators. Police are on high alert as the protest carries on.
Minister Eliyahu:
Minister Eliyahu: ZAKA service as vital as combat, laws won’t solve draft crisis
Otzma Yehudit's Minister Amichai Eliyahu criticizes Draft Law debate, calls for education over coercion.
Indictment:
Indictment: Arab incited on Telegram to attack Jews
The Central District Attorney's Office filed an indictment against an Arab from Kfar Qasim for incitement to terrorism via Telegram and for supporting Hamas and Hezbollah.
Leah Goldin:
Leah Goldin: Netanyahu is deceiving us, not bringing deceased hostages back
Leah Goldin, whose son Hadar was killed in Gaza in 2014 and whose body has been held by Hamas since, slams government policy and expresses disappointment that relevant lessons have not yet been learned.
IsraAID responding to Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica
Israeli NGO sending emergency team to provide urgent relief following strongest storm on record.
Force 100 Affair:
Force 100 Affair: Military Advocate-General implicated in leaking the video
Investigation materials in the case of the leaked Sde Teiman video show that the Military Advocate-General was actively involved in leaking materials from the case.
Hostages Families Forum sends warning to haredi protest group
Hostages Families Forum sends cease and desist warning to Ateret Shlomo Yeshiva in Beit Shemesh, claiming 'cynical, degrading, and unlawful use' of symbols of fight for hostages' return.
'March Of The Million' paralyzes Jerusalem
Due to a mass haredi rally in Jerusalem, Route 1 will be closed, the Jerusalem Yitzhak Navon train station will be shut down, and the light rail will be operating partial service only.
'A voice is heard on high':
Reawakening the spirit of Mother Rachel - on her yahrzeit
The all-women's Breishit Ensemble performs in gratitude for the miracles the Jewish People have witnessed in the merit of Matriarch Rachel, whose yahrzeit is this Saturday night.
Hostage deal terrorist
Rachel's Tomb massacre thwarted after terrorist released in hostage deal is re-arrested
Terrorist released in hostage deal re-arrested in Bethlehem on suspicion of planning massive terror attack to be carried out on Saturday.
Haredim fume: Jerusalem train station closed for haredi rally
Israel Railways announces closure of Yitzhak Navon station due to haredi anti-enlistment rally, citing public safety concerns.
Before meeting Xi:
Before meeting Xi: Trump orders nuclear testing 'on equal basis' with Russia and China
President Trump announces plans to resume US nuclear testing, citing foreign programs. The statement comes moments before his high-stakes meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in South Korea.
25-year sentence for Iran-linked assassins who targeted dissident in NYC
Two Iranian-linked operatives sentenced to 25 years for a failed plot to assassinate dissident Masih Alinejad in NYC.
MK Gotliv to replace Edelstein on Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee
MK Tally Gotliv appointed to the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee and its Subcommittee for Secret Services - the most classified body in the Israeli parliament.
Poll:
Poll: NY Jews back Cuomo over anti-Israel Mamdani in mayoral race
A new poll shows 60% of New York Jews support Cuomo for mayor, while just 16% back Mamdani. 75% of Jews view Mamdani unfavorably.
FBI foils synagogue attack plot in Alabama, suspect arrested
FBI agents arrest suspect in Alabama after uncovering a plot to attack synagogues. Weapons, ammo, and body armor seized. The suspect allegedly planned to die in the attack.
'Intifada Tova'
'Intifada Tova' | Watch: 'Eretz Nehederet' mocks Mamdani
Israeli satire show “Eretz Nehederet” airs a sketch mocking NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, featuring lines like “Intifada Tova” and a love for “bagels and Hamas” instead of hummus.
After ceasefire violation
Trump blocks Israeli plan to expand control in Gaza following ceasefire violation
Following a deadly ceasefire breach, Israel sought to seize additional territory in Gaza - but US President Trump vetoed the move.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: US-Israel plan aims to disarm Hamas, redefine Gaza
PM Netanyahu meets CENTCOM leaders in Kiryat Gat, hailing joint efforts to implement President Trump's plan to disarm Hamas and reshape Gaza while preserving Israel’s security control.
Greece on alert
Greece on alert as Israeli cruise ship approaches
Greek authorities have announced heightened security measures at the ports of Patras and Katakolo ahead of the arrival of the Israeli cruise ship Crown Iris. The decision follows violent anti-Israel protests that took place over the summer targeting Israeli tourists.
Ministers Zohar, Wasserlauf nearly come to blows
Ministers Yitzhak Wasserlauf and Miki Zohar got into a heated verbal confrontation that nearly turned violent.
Herzog to African faith leaders:
President Herzog to African faith leaders: 'Hamas must return Tanzanian Hostage'
President Herzog urged the immediate return of Tanzanian hostage Joshua Mollel’s body during a meeting with African Christian leaders, calling Hamas's actions a ceasefire violation.
