London:
London police detain 86 at protest backing Palestine Action activist
London police detain 86 people after protesters backing a Palestine Action hunger striker breach prison grounds.
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New study:
New Shoresh Institution study: Gaps in haredi lifestyles between periphery and center
Haredi families in Israel’s periphery have fewer children, spend more on transport and communications, and show higher car and TV ownership.
Iran judiciary vows 'no leniency' for anti-regime protesters
Iran’s judiciary chief vows “no leniency" for protest suspects as rights groups report thousands killed and mass arrests.
Yair Golan:
Yair Golan: Bennett’s mission is to bring votes from the right
Yair Golan opposes Gadi Eisenkot’s unification initiative and argues that Naftali Bennett should be positioned as the one tasked with bringing votes from the right-wing bloc.
Columbia set to appoint Jewish professor as new President
Columbia University is preparing to name Jennifer Mnookin, a Jewish professor, as its next president, after a turbulent search shaped by campus unrest, federal pressure, and major financial penalties.
Leiter recalls historic year
Leiter recalls historic year: From tragedy in D.C. to Gaza ceasefire breakthrough
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter marks one year in Washington, recalling key moments from meetings with President Trump to the embassy tragedy, Operation Rising Lion, the Gaza ceasefire, and the return of hostages.
Ben Gvir’s call: Enough with the naïveté
During the Cabinet meeting, ministers voice strong opposition to opening the Rafah crossing and transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority.
PMO:
PMO: Rafah crossing to open only after completion of operation to recover Ran Gvili's body
Following the Security Cabinet meeting, the PMO clarifies: The Rafah crossing will not open until all efforts to recover the body of Staff Sergeant Ran Gvili have been exhausted.
El Al offers reassurance: No charge for cancellations
El Al offers new service, allowing customers to cancel flights up to 48 hours before takeoff, with no extra fees.
In northern Gaza cemetery:
IDF launches mission to search for Ran Gvili in northern Gaza cemetery
IDF conducting extensive searches for remains of last hostage after reaching based on intelligence information.
PM to European legislators:
PM to European legislators: Radical left and the Islamists destroying Western civilization
PM Netanyahu and Minister Regev meet with parliament members from Hungary, Austria, Spain, and France, thanked them for their support.
Arab affairs reporter warns:
Arab affairs reporter warns: 'Rafah Crossing will create Hamastan'
Channel 12 correspondent says allowing Egypt sole control over Gaza’s main gateway could entrench Hamas rule and turn the Strip into a permanent jihadist front.
New AI video:
New AI video: 'I'm a steel pipe, Hamas made me into a rocket'
A new AI video gives a voice to the humanitarian supplies taken by Hamas for military purposes.
Rafah Crossing
Witkoff hints: US, Israel coordinating on future steps
US envoy says talks were constructive as Washington and Jerusalem coordinate next steps on Phase 2 of Trump’s Gaza plan and broader regional issues
'Let's stop the hatred'
US Justice Dept. Antisemitism Envoy visits Western Wall: 'Let's stop the hatred'
Visiting Israel for Holocaust Remembrance Day, Leo Terrell prayed at the Western Wall for peace and an end to rising antisemitism worldwide.
Israeli journalist: 'Disgusting when soccer players recite Shema on the field'
Rina Matzliah said during a taxpayer-funded broadcast that she did not understand why soccer players recite the Biblical verse and called the phenomenon 'disgusting.'
Four Palestinians arrested on suspicion of throwing firebombs
Four residents of al-Aroub were arrested on suspicion of throwing Molotov cocktails at security forces. Another suspect was shot on for throwing stones near Route 1.
Cabinet expands benefits for reservists by NIS 6 billion
The government has approved an aid and benefits plan for reserve service members for the coming year, totaling 6.2 billion shekels.
IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons manufacturing facility
The IDF struck a structure from which Hezbollah terrorists operated in the Bir al-Sansal area in southern Lebanon
Talik Gvili:
Talik Gvili: The Americans’ rush to move to Phase Two is harming us'
Talik Gvili, mother of Staff Sgt. Ran Gvili, the last hostage held by Hamas: 'It seems that the Americans believe Hamas. I am worried, but I remain optimistic.'
Report
Report: Death toll in Iran surpasses 36,000
Iran International reports a high death toll based on confidential reports and medical testimonies, alongside allegations of extrajudicial executions
Report:
Report: Israel expands assistance to armed militia in Gaza
The Wall Street Journal reports that the assistance includes air support, intelligence, and logistical supplies. One of the militia leaders denied receiving assistance from Israel.
Former NSC head
Former NSC head: Will the US strike Iran? It seems Trump hasn't decided
Dr. Eyal Hulata, former head of the National Security Council, estimates that the US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran and that significant considerations are still being weighed.
'We won'
'We won' | Naama and Karina look back on their first moments of freedom
Naama Levy and Karina Ariev told Galei Tzahal that Hamas’s staged release ceremony felt empowering, as they recall captivity, survival, and ongoing rehabilitation.
Suspected ramming attempt
Suspected ramming attempt: Police officer shoots PA Arab who breached roadblock
A suspect breached a roadblock on Route 60 between Ofra and Shiloh, near the British Police Junction
Watch:
Watch: IDF destroys 4 km-long terror tunnel in southern Gaza
7th Brigade Combat Team in southern Gaza locates launchers, weapons, and terrorist infrastructure.
Ayalon highway blocked in protest over crime in Arab sector
Dozens of protesters blocked the southbound lanes of the Ayalon Highway this morning (Sunday), demanding action to address the rising rate of crime in the Arab sector.
Report
Report: More than 22,000 killed in crackdown on protests in Iran
Human rights organizations and medical sources estimate that the death toll from the unrest in Iran continues to rise, while the regime in Tehran insists the number stands at about 3,100.
IDF soldier arrested after posing as abductor of Palestinian Arab
A Military Police jail warden is suspected of posing as an abductor, sending photos of a detainee to his family and demanding ransom for his release.
Fire breaks out at demolished UNRWA compound in Jerusalem
Fire and rescue teams were dispatched to the Ma'alot Dafna neighborhood in Jerusalem to extinguish the fire.
Emory University fires daughter of sanctioned Iranian security chief
Emory University dismisses Fatemeh Ardeshir Larijani, daughter of a newly sanctioned Iranian security chief, after protests and calls from US lawmakers demanding her removal.
Targeted Jewish institutions
Germany arrests Lebanese suspect in Hamas plot targeting Jewish institutions
German police arrest a Lebanese man accused of aiding a Hamas plot to attack Jewish and Israeli institutions.
Report:
Report: Netanyahu blocked Herzog from attending Trump’s Gaza Peace Board launch
According to Axios, Netanyahu rejected a White House request for Herzog to attend Trump’s Gaza Peace Board launch in Davos, prompting tense exchanges.
Power outages reported
Monster storm freezes US, cancels thousands of flights and cuts power
A massive winter storm cancels thousands of US flights, cuts power to tens of thousands, and triggers emergency declarations.
Anger in Israel at US special envoy Steve Witkoff
Israeli official claims: “Witkoff pushed to bring our major rival Turkey to the border. The clock is ticking backward toward a confrontation with Turkey."
Hundreds at rally in Meitar: Without Ran, there's no 'stage two'
Hundreds of attendees at Meitar rally call for the immediate return of deceased hostage Ran Gvili and the completion of the first phase of the deal with Hamas.
Recall issued for infant formula
European company issues recall for Nutrilon infant formula due to high toxin levels.
Federal agents shoot man during attempted arrest in Minnesota
A 37-year-old Minneapolis resident was shot dead today (Saturday) by U.S. ICE agents during an operation in the city.
Estimate: US to attack Iran
CENTCOM, IDF, top brass holds meeting, estimating US will attack Iran.
Despite ceasefire violations
Despite ceasefire violations | Report: Rafah Crossing to open soon
Rafah Crossing to open with European observers, Israel monitoring from afar, report says.