Ministers Zohar, Wasserlauf nearly come to blows
Ministers Yitzhak Wasserlauf and Miki Zohar got into a heated verbal confrontation that nearly turned violent.
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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.
Pressure mounts on Trump to free Marwan Barghouti
The Elders, a group of former world leaders, are calling on President Trump to secure the release of Marwan Barghouti, jailed for orchestrating deadly attacks on Israelis.
Charlie Kirk to be awarded Pillars of Jerusalem Award
GPO and IFCJ to host International Christian Media Summit, during which the Pillars of Jerusalem Award will be given to individuals for their exceptional contribution to Israel's public diplomacy.
While the South burned
While the South burned, the Shin Bet was worried about 'Jewish terror'
As Hamas rampaged in southern Israel, the only thing a Shin Bet representative at the police HQ had to warn about was armed Jewish groups seeking revenge.
AZM Chief warns:
AZM Chief: Mamdani victory would be dangerous for NYC Jews
AZM Chief Herbert Block warns that a Mamdani mayoral victory in NYC could weaken longstanding ties with Israel and embolden anti-Zionist voices in the city.
Edan Alexander returns to the IDF; promoted to Sergeant 1st class
American-Israeli Edan Alexander, who survived Hamas captivity in Gaza, was promoted today to Sergeant 1st class in a moving ceremony attended by the Head of the IDF Personnel Directorate.
Former IDF Chief of Staff:
Former IDF Chief of Staff: I learned of the Gaza Disengagement Plan from the newspaper
Then IDF Chief of Staff Moshe Ya'alon recounts how he learn the details of the plan to uproot Jews from the Gaza Strip while reading the Haaretz newspaper.
IAEA
IAEA: Iran has not resumed enrichment, but activity seen near nuclear facilities
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, says that Iran has not resumed uranium enrichment since the outbreak of the war with Israel in June.
Pope Leo condemns antisemitism
World Jewish Congress welcomes the remarks of Pope Leo XIV, who on Wednesday unequivocally condemned antisemitism during his General Audience at the Vatican.
Nvidia becomes world's first $5 trillion company amid AI boom
Chipmaker's soaring valuation surpasses major global economies and tech giants, driven by AI dominance, strategic deals, and US-China trade developments.
Qatari PM blames Hamas for truce breach, calls for calm
Qatar’s Prime Minister says Hamas may relinquish Gaza control as Doha urges disarmament and mediators work to uphold a fragile truce amid renewed violence.
Watch:
Watch: IDF eliminates imminent threat in Gaza
IDF says it struck a site containing weapons and aerial means intended to be used in an imminent terror attack.
Rabbi Alvin Kass, NYPD Chief Chaplain for 59 years, dies at 89
Beloved chaplain served nearly six decades, offering spiritual guidance and comfort to generations of NYPD officers through triumph and tragedy.
Live from Mt. Herzl
Live from Mt. Herzl: Master Sergeant (Res.) Efi Feldbaum laid to rest
Sergeant (res.) Efi (Yona Ephraim) Feldbaum, who fell in the southern Gaza Strip, is being laid to rest at the Mount Herzl cemetery in Jerusalem.
MAG takes leave as police probe Sde Teiman video leak
Police have launched a criminal investigation into the Sde Teiman video leak, which reportedly involves the involvement of IDF legal officials. Military Advocate General takes leave pending inquiry.
Netanya bus driver stabbed by teens
Bus driver, age 70, in serious condition after being stabbed by three teens while on shift.
Ahead of ceasefire renewal:
Ahead of ceasefire renewal: IDF eliminates terrorists who participated in Oct. 7 massacre
Responding to Hamas’ blatant violations of the ceasefire agreement, IDF and ISA level precise strikes at dozens of terror targets in Gaza.
Two missing persons located in one day
Both victims were found alive and well after extensive searches with hundreds of volunteers over several days.
How the ISA tried to turn a fallen soldier against his friends
Fallen soldier Yona Efraim Feldbaum had previously been approached by the ISA for recruitment as an informant against residents of Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
Red Cross banned from visiting Nukhba terrorists
Following recommendation from ISA, Defense Minister Israel Katz signs bill banning Red Cross representatives from visiting Hamas Nukhba terrorists imprisoned in Israel.
Haredi source calls Draft Law proposal 'nonsense'
Senior Agudat Yisrael source slams leaked proposal for Draft Law as 'political fabrication,' warns proposed quotas and sanctions on yeshiva students are 'unrealistic.'
World Economy a Mixed Bag in Mid-2025
As 2025 reshapes global markets with digital currency pilots, AI workforce upheaval, and solid-state battery breakthroughs, understanding these six economic turning points is essential for navigating the future of finance, healthcare, and technology.
IDF announces:
IDF announces elimination of Hezbollah terrorist responsible for logistical support
Hussein Ali Tohmeh, Hezbollah terrorist responsible for logistical support in the Qana sector of southern Lebanon, was eliminated earlier this month, IDF confirms.
Israeli startup ‘Multi for all’ heads to global finals in London
'Multi for all' wins first place at EdTech Prime Time 2025 event in Tel Aviv, will represent Israel at the Global EdTech Startup Awards in London.
Zvi Yehezkeli:
Zvi Yehezkeli: Israel undermining itself in responses to Hamas' ceasefire violations
Analyst Zvi Yehezkeli urges Israel to shift from limited responses to broader action against Hamas, including halting aid and resuming targeted strikes. 'We must respond from a place of strength, not just to each violation.'
2.5 years later:
2.5 years later: Woman who killed four-year-old in hit-and-run charged
Carol Fassler, who killed preschooler Rafael Adana in a hit-and-run over two years ago, is charged with abandoning a victim after a collision.
Exploiting ceasefire:
Exploiting ceasefire: Hamas searching for weapons instead of deceased hostages
Hamas terrorists enter territory controlled by IDF under pretense of searching for bodies of deceased hostages, but search for weapons instead, security sources reveal.
Rival to Wikipedia
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia in bid to rival Wikipedia
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia, a new AI-powered encyclopedia aimed at rivaling Wikipedia. Musk says its goal is “the whole truth”.
Danon to anti-Israel UN official: Your poison has failed
Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon fiercely rebukes UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese: “You are a witch… your poison has failed.”
Channel 12 News analyst:
Channel 12 News analyst: Hamas exploiting US stance to harm Israel
Ohad Hemo assesses Hamas tactics: “They’re playing a double game and acting with excessive confidence, based on the assumption that Trump does not want to reignite the war.”
NYC protester who attacked Jews sentenced to 17 months
Tarek Bazrouk sentenced to 17 months in prison for hate crimes targeting Jews at NYC protests. The DOJ cites his antisemitic bias and support for Hamas.
Hamas announces:
Hamas announces: Bodies of hostages Amiram Cooper and Sahar Baruch located
The military wing of the murderous terror organization issues a statement claiming it located the bodies of two hostages within the Gaza Strip.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles: Jewish man wearing kippah attacked & robbed in broad daylight
A Jewish man was robbed at gunpoint on his way home from synagogue in the Beverly Wood neighborhood, which has a large Jewish population. The driver made a U-turn after spotting the victim’s yarmulke.
President Isaac Herzog:
It is upon us to ensure that all fallen hostages are brought to eternal rest without delay
'These ‘Zios’ are the finest of human beings,' President Isaac Herzog declared at the World Zionist Congress, praising those who rebuilt the Jewish homeland after millennia of persecution and the horrors of the Holocaust, creating 'a Jewish, democratic, life-affirming and peace-seeking state.
First time at Hostages’ Square
First appearance at Hostages’ Square: Bar Kuperstein to lead mass Tefillin event
Captivity survivor Bar Kuperstein made his first appearance Tuesday evening at Hostages’ Square and called on the public to join a mass tefillin-laying event this Friday.
Serious incident in Rafah:
Serious incident in Rafah: Terrorists emerged from terror tunnel and attacked an IDF force
During an operation in the Jenina neighborhood in Rafah, IDF forces encountered gunfire from terrorists who emerged from a tunnel and fired at them.
Eased definitions, fewer sanctions
Eased definitions, fewer sanctions: These are the changes in the haredi draft framework
The newly released Draft Law includes a series of major changes: the requirement for a quota of combat soldiers has been abolished, and the definitions for candidates for service have been significantly eased.
Ben Gvir is furious:
Ben Gvir: 'Hamas is abusing hostages because of me? Give me a break!'
Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir admits that he does not regret the changes made to prison conditions, 'Ayman Odeh is not my brother - he’s a terror supporter.'
Hamas denies involvement in Rafah attack
Terror group denies any "connection" to ceasefire violation and attack on Israeli troops in Rafah after refusing to return the body of a murdered hostage.
