Safed joins the list of towns eligible for gun licenses
Minister Ben-Gvir: "Residents have a basic right to defend themselves and their families. The gun reform proves itself every day."
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Sensors, drones, and AI
Sensors, drones, and AI: The system to counter border threats in real-time
The IAI has successfully completed a series of demonstrations for an innovative security system designed to protect Israel's borders, incorporating autonomous systems and integrated offensive capabilities.
The Kosherklaf.com revolution
The Kosherklaf.com revolution | Educating the generation, connecting to holiness
Through articles, charts, a WhatsApp support line, and hands-on classes, Moshe Gantz and Joseph Miller, Founders of Kosherklaf.com, guide buyers to make informed decisions and avoid common errors that render items invalid.
Bondi Beach Attack:
Bondi Beach Attack: Children’s author writes about atrocity ‘We don’t mourn fascists’
Award-winning children's author Matt Chun sparks outrage after attacking public grief over the Bondi Beach terror attack and vilifying victims at the Hanukkah celebration.
Israeli officials optimistic after conclusion of talks with Syria in Paris
Progress was made during the Trump Administration-brokered talks between the Israeli and Syrian governments in Paris this week, journalkist Barak Ravid reports.
149 million shekels paid to families of terror victims
Following seizures imposed on Palestinian Authority funds, families of victims of severe terrorist attacks since the early 2000s receive payments.
State Comptroller's report:
State Comptroller's report: A third of Israelis not adequately protected from rocket fire
A sharp report points to severe failures during the war, including in areas such as sheltering, health, education, and mental health support.
Meal for 13-year-old almost ended in tragedy
A 13-year-old girl was rushed to Bnei Zion Medical Center in Haifa after experiencing difficulty swallowing, where doctors discovered a piece of cucumber lodged in her esophagus and performed an emergency endoscopic procedure.
After official recognition
Watch: Foreign Minister Sa'ar becomes first Israeli official to visit Somaliland
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar reportedly arrived in the African country a week and a half after Israel officially recognized its independence.
At 86
At 86: Israeli icon Yehoram Gaon marries partner he met on Facebook
Israeli singer and actor Yehoram Gaon, 86, married his longtime partner Ella Lusa, 55, in a ceremony led by former Chief Rabbi Shlomo Moshe Amar.
'Justice For Rafael!':
'Justice For Rafael!': Parents break down at sentencing for driver who killed their son
A sentencing hearing was held today at the Petah Tikva Traffic Court in the case of 82-year-old Carol Fessler, convicted of leaving the scene after an accident in which four-year-old Rafael Adna was killed.
Arab MK files complaint against police spokesman
MK Ahmad Tibi filed a complaint with the Police Investigations Department (PID) against the police spokesperson today following a clash on live TV.
Traffic chaos expected as haredi protest planned in Jerusalem
Israeli police announced major traffic closures and heavy deployment ahead of a haredi protest against the conscription bill in Jerusalem this evening.
Netanyahu to prosecutor:
Netanyahu to prosecutor: Claims about my family are nonsense
During cross-examination, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed prosecution claims regarding Sara and Yair Netanyahu’s alleged involvement in official matters.
Rabbis in Lakewood warn of AI addiction
The Rabbis declared that AI risks 'serious Torah prohibitions and the danger of severe addiction and dependency.'
Leah Goldin:
Leah Goldin: 'Hadar returned whole, I touched his hand'
Leah Goldin described the emotional reunion with her son Hadar after his body was returned from Hamas captivity, saying it brought a sense of calm and victory after 11 years.
Captivity survivor's direct message to his former captors
Rom Braslavski posted a video in which he addresses the terrorists in Gaza in Arabic and declares: 'You won't break our spirit.'
During visit to Binyamin
During visit to Binyamin | US Ambassador's grandchildren make ancient discovery
Mike Huckabee embarked on a family tour of caves near Na’ale, during which his grandchildren uncovered ancient artifacts.
Watch:
Watch: Dead shark found near Hadera
The Nature and Parks Authority is investigating whether the shark was killed illegally.
Report: Netanyahu wants ret. General Winter in top spot of Smotrich's party
According to a Galei Tzahal report, Netanyahu has discussed steps to save the Religious Zionist list amid fears the party may not pass the electoral threshold.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'I will personally get involved, we will bring her back'
Prime Minister Netanyahu met on Monday with the parents of Hymanut Kassaou, missing since February 2024.
Tragic end to search near Haifa
Several days of intense searching finally came to an end in a field in norrthern Israel.
UK bans Islamic preacher who defended Hamas after October 7
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood bars Islamic preacher Shadee Elmasry from entering the country over posts defending Hamas.
IDF strikes Hezbollah and Hamas terror infrastructure in Lebanon
IDF carries out precision strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas sites in Lebanon, targeting weapons facilities and terror infrastructure embedded in civilian areas.
Operational accident
Golani Brigade soldier seriously injured in operational accident in southern Gaza
Soldier from the 13th Battalion seriously injured in an operational accident in southern Gaza, evacuated to hospital for treatment.
Security fears
Real Madrid-Maccabi game to be played without fans due to security fears
Real Madrid will play its EuroLeague game against Maccabi behind closed doors after police deemed it high‑risk.
Report:
Report: US intel sees Maduro allies as key to stability after his capture
Wall Street Journal report: Classified CIA assessment briefed to Trump concluded Maduro’s top allies were best positioned to maintain stability if Maduro fell.
Trump: US not at war with Venezuela
In an interview with NBC News, Trump rules out elections in Venezuela for now, warns Washington could intervene again if Caracas stops cooperating.
Report:
Report: Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran
Kan 11 News reports that Netanyahu used Putin as a channel to send calming messages to Iran, while warning Tehran that any attack on Israel would bring “severe" consequences.
On‑air clash:
On‑air clash: Ahmed Tibi confronts police spokesman during interview
MK Ahmed Tibi clashes with Israel Police spokesman Aryeh Doron after Doron condemns the lawmaker for calling police officers a “mafia." Tibi erupts, and the host struggles to defuse the situation.
Azerbaijan rules out joining Gaza peacekeeping force
Azerbaijan’s president says the country will not send troops abroad, including to Gaza, confirming no role in any peacekeeping force.
Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke
Ran Hirschorn, a platoon sergeant and father of two, passed away after collapsing due to a sudden stroke.
Venezuelan VP Delcy Rodriguez sworn in as interim president
Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's Vice President and Oil Minister, was formally sworn in as the country's interim president today, two days after former President Nicolas Maduro was captured in an American raid on Caracas.
With PM's approval:
With PM's approval: Ankle monitor to be used to track Samaria teen
With backing from Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Shin Bet chief, IDF Central Command approved electronic ankle monitors to enforce restriction orders in Judea and Samaria, sparking legal backlash.
Bennett
Bennett: 'Next government will repeal Draft Law on day 1'
The plan Bennett presented for reserve soldiers includes one million shekels for purchasing a home, priority in state tenders, and a free bachelor’s degree. "The Israeli pyramid is being flipped."
Northern Israel:
Officers' training cadet wounded in training accident in northern Israel
A cadet from the Officers' Training School Gefen Battalion was severely injured as a result of a training accident at an IDF base in northern Israel.
The judge's response to Maduro's claim he was 'kidnapped'
Deposed Venezuelan dictator and his wife plead innocent upon their first court appearance since their capture.
Report
Report: How Mamdani covered for cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders
A New York Times report reveals how NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani attempted to avoid angering Jewish New Yorkers by cancelling many orders instead of the two related to antisemitism and Israel.
The Chief Rabbi's emotional meeting with Ran Gvili's parents
Rabbi David Yosef met with the parents of the last remaining hostage in Gaza.
Interest rate lowered to 4% as Bank of Israel cites falling inflation
Move comes amid easing inflation, stronger shekel, moderating labor pressures, and steady economic growth, according to the Bank of Israel.
