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Trump urges Graham’s sister to seek full term in South Carolina

President Trump publicly urges newly appointed Sen. Darline Graham Nordone to enter South Carolina's August special primary for her late brother's seat.

Trump urges Graham’s sister to seek full term in South Carolina

'Criminal offense'

'Criminal offense': IDF condemns wave of civilians crossing border into Syria

IDF detains and hands over to police several civilians who crossed into Syria near Majdal Shams, warning such border incursions risk lives and security.

'Criminal offense': IDF condemns wave of civilians crossing border into Syria

Israelis arrested on plane

'Hope you suffer another October 7': Unruly Israelis arrested on plane

Three men arrested on a Lufthansa flight at Ben Gurion Airport for disruptive behavior and assaulting officers, with one suspect invoking October 7 during the arrest.

'Hope you suffer another October 7': Unruly Israelis arrested on plane

Amid Iran tensions

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel amid escalating Iran tensions

As President Trump considers broader military options against Iran, Axios reports the US is sending dozens of additional refueling planes to Israel.

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel amid escalating Iran tensions

From Manchester Mayor to PM

From Manchester Mayor to PM: Andy Burnham named leader of UK Labour party

Andy Burnham becomes UK Labour leader, clearing the way to take over as UK prime minister on Monday following Keir Starmer’s exit.

From Manchester Mayor to PM: Andy Burnham named leader of UK Labour party

US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz

US forces destroyed a maritime surveillance tower at Iran’s Chah Bahar Shahid Kalantari Port, saying it was part of an IRGC network used to monitor commercial vessels and coordinate attacks on civilian crews.

US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz

Israir Flight 116 from London to Israel delayed after aircraft accident during towing

Passengers on Israir Flight 116 were removed from the aircraft following an accident and transferred to the terminal. The company arranged transportation and hotel accommodations until a rescue flight becomes available.

Israir Flight 116 from London to Israel delayed after aircraft accident during towing

Extreme left-wing activist rams two in Gush Etzion

90-year-old extreme left-wing activist rammed two Jews at the Tomer Farm in Gush Etzion. Minister Smotrich blames attack on 'left-wing incitement.' Calls on political leaders to retract statements about evacuating farm outposts.

Extreme left-wing activist rams two in Gush Etzion

Administrative detainee's condition worsens on 12th day of hunger strike

Honenu says Tal Derdik has suffered repeated fainting spells during his hunger strike and was evacuated to the detention facility's medical clinic. Attorney Nati Rom said, 'The administrative detention orders must come to an end.'

Administrative detainee's condition worsens on 12th day of hunger strike

'Can't find common ground':

'Can't find common ground': Democrats candidate rejects meeting with Sukkot

Moran Zer Katzenstein withdraws from event including MK Tzvi Sukkot after learning it was a dialogue event, calling reconciliation with him impossible.

'Can't find common ground': Democrats candidate rejects meeting with Sukkot

British police charge man with assisting Iranian intelligence

British authorities charge a Liverpool man with assisting Iran's intelligence service amid growing concerns over Tehran-linked activity in the UK.

British police charge man with assisting Iranian intelligence

Long-time hostage taker

Close aide to Mohammed Deif who held hostages eliminated

IDF and Shin Bet eliminated a Hamas terrorist who played a central role in holding Israeli hostages, filming release ceremonies and supporting senior Hamas leaders.

Close aide to Mohammed Deif who held hostages eliminated

Shocking allegation:

Shocking allegation: How Razi's murder was planned

Agam Tsarfi, former partner of Benyahu Razi, is suspected of involvement in planning his murder. She denies the allegations, and her detention has been extended.

Shocking allegation: How Razi's murder was planned

Ahead of primaries:

Ahead of primaries: Democrats infighting goes up a notch

Yariv Oppenheimer accuses rival Naor Narkis of abandoning left-wing values, citing past support for joining Netanyahu and other controversies.

Ahead of primaries: Democrats infighting goes up a notch

Suspected hijacking at sea

Suspected hijacking: armed men seize chemical tanker in the Gulf of Aden

Maritime security sources say armed men boarded the Asana near Yemen. The identity of the attackers remains unknown.

Suspected hijacking: armed men seize chemical tanker in the Gulf of Aden

Political shake-up

New Poll: Hendel and Tropper clear electoral threshold, reshaping the political Blocs

A new Maariv poll shows Yoaz Hendel and Chili Tropper's party entering the Knesset with four seats, while Likud and Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! are tied.

New Poll: Hendel and Tropper clear electoral threshold, reshaping the political Blocs

Attorney General sends warning letter to government ministers

Following the dissolution of the Knesset, Attorney Baharav-Miara informed ministers that Israel has officially entered the period of a caretaker government and instructed them to consult with her before making any significant decisions.

Attorney General sends warning letter to government ministers

Prof. Avi Sagi, leading Israeli philosopher, Bialik Prize laureate, passed away, at age 72

Shalom Hartman Institute pays tribute to Prof. Sagi, 'a brilliant and prolific philosopher, a man of values and morality, a man of the people and a voice of moral conscience who supported, encouraged, and helped others.'

Prof. Avi Sagi, leading Israeli philosopher, Bialik Prize laureate, passed away, at age 72

19 years after the attack

19 years after the attack: Indictment filed against terrorist who murdered Ido Zoldan

Military prosecution files serious indictment against terrorist Shadi Juma, who was arrested immediately after being released from imprisonment by the PA.

19 years after the attack: Indictment filed against terrorist who murdered Ido Zoldan

The quiet revolution in Military Intelligence

Reforms made in Military Intelligence in light of the failures of October 7.

The quiet revolution in Military Intelligence

Malaysia vows:

Malaysia vows immediate expulsion for Israelis found in the country

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim orders the immediate deportation of any Israeli citizens found in the country, as officials investigate tech commune claims.

Malaysia vows immediate expulsion for Israelis found in the country

Sixth wave of strikes

Sixth wave of US airstrikes targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

CENTCOM completes sixth consecutive night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran launches drone counterattacks and warns it would target regional infrastructure.

Sixth wave of US airstrikes targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

'We support Netanyahu, period'

'We support Netanyahu, period' | Deri: Eisenkot heads a camp driven by hatred of Judaism

Shas chairman declares that his party remains loyal to the right-wing bloc and its leader, asserting that a broad Netanyahu-led government should be formed after the elections.

'We support Netanyahu, period' | Deri: Eisenkot heads a camp driven by hatred of Judaism

ZOA leader blasts US lawmakers who voted to strip Israel defense aid

ZOA President Morton Klein condemns the failed House motion to cut $3.3 billion in defense aid to Israel, warning those who voted in favor betrayed both US and Israeli security.

ZOA leader blasts US lawmakers who voted to strip Israel defense aid

Betting on speeches

Trump teleprompter aide suspended after allegedly betting on speech words

Longtime White House teleprompter operator placed on unpaid leave after allegedly using internal speech drafts to win $100,000 on prediction platform Kalshi.

Trump teleprompter aide suspended after allegedly betting on speech words

Classified docs revealed

Trump reveals classified documents: China hacked US database of 220 million voters

President Trump delivers special primetime address, announcing immediate declassification of intelligence detailing Chinese election targeting and voting machine vulnerabilities.

Trump reveals classified documents: China hacked US database of 220 million voters

Musk vows quick turnaround

Engine glitch aborts SpaceX Starship test, Musk promises quick turnaround

SpaceX aborts Starship launch after an automated ignition error, sending company shares sliding further below their initial public offering price.

Engine glitch aborts SpaceX Starship test, Musk promises quick turnaround

Herzog

Herzog: 'Not surprised at collapse of Iran MOU'

Israeli President speaks with Al Arabiya, says President Trump is in control of the situation with Iran and has his trust.

Herzog: 'Not surprised at collapse of Iran MOU'

Move toward allowing crocodiles to be stationed outside security prisons

The Minister of Environmental Protection has signed a declaration that will allow a pilot program to examine the use of crocodiles around prisons housing Nukhba terrorists.

Move toward allowing crocodiles to be stationed outside security prisons

Netanyahu, Sara granted lifetime Shin Bet protection

Ministers approved lifetime Shin Bet security for Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu and extended protection for their children despite reported professional objections.

Netanyahu, Sara granted lifetime Shin Bet protection

IDF Spokesman: Attacks on Chief of Staff harm the entire military

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin defended the Chief of Staff's warning on haredi draft legislation, saying political attacks undermine the entire military.

IDF Spokesman: Attacks on Chief of Staff harm the entire military

Watch: Police Commissioner tries the Yamam's Arad 7 rifle

During a professional visit to the Yamam counterterrorism unit, Israel Police Commissioner Danny Levy tested the unit's Arad 7 rifle, received a briefing on its operational capabilities, and praised its personnel

Watch: Police Commissioner tries the Yamam's Arad 7 rifle

Report:

Report: Iran tells Houthis to prepare Red Sea shipping shutdown

Reuters says Tehran instructed the Houthis to prepare to disrupt Red Sea shipping if the US targets Iranian power infrastructure.

Report: Iran tells Houthis to prepare Red Sea shipping shutdown

During rush hour

Haredi protesters block Route 4 during rush hour

Haredi extremists are blocking Route 4 at the Geha and Givat Shmuel interchanges near Bnei Brak to protest the arrests of draft dodgers.

Haredi protesters block Route 4 during rush hour

Ramat Gan:

Ramat Gan Mayor apologizes, sends cake to victim of anti-haredi attack

Ramat Gan's mayor apologized after a haredi man was allegedly beaten and threatened in a suspected anti-haredi attack in the city.

Ramat Gan Mayor apologizes, sends cake to victim of anti-haredi attack

Senior officials of institution linked to PFLP arrested

In a joint operation by the Shin Bet, Israel Police, and the IDF, several individuals involved in managing the Union of Health Work Committees were arrested.

Senior officials of institution linked to PFLP arrested

Murder suspect breaks silence

Two weeks after Rabbi Amos Guetta was murdered in Netanya, main suspect stops feigning mute, begins speaking with investigators.

Murder suspect breaks silence

Eggs thrown at tax inspectors during Bnei Brak Riot

Hundreds surround tax inspectors in Bnei Brak's Kiryat Viznitz, hurling eggs and damaging their vehicle before police evacuate them from the scene.

Eggs thrown at tax inspectors during Bnei Brak Riot

"I watched it with my own eyes"

British journalist describes October 7 atrocities: "I watched it with my own eyes"

A British media personality described the harrowing footage he viewed from the October 7 Hamas attack and sharply criticized the pro-Palestinian demonstrations taking place in the UK.

British journalist describes October 7 atrocities: "I watched it with my own eyes"

New US-Israel project brings ancient Huqoq Synagogue to the world

New US-Israel initiative will preserve the ancient Huqoq synagogue while expanding public access through digital experiences and future site development.

New US-Israel project brings ancient Huqoq Synagogue to the world