Emergency Knesset meeting:
Meat from Palestinian Authority is sold to kosher consumers in Israel
MK Tzvi Succot warns Israel’s Chief Rabbis of a major kashrut loophole, calls for urgent Knesset and rabbinical action to curb kosher fraud.
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Within an hour: IDF eliminates two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon
IDF eliminates Ali Hussein al‑Mousawi, weapons smuggler for Hezbollah, and Abd Mahmoud al‑Sayed, Hezbollah’s local mediator; both worked to rebuild terror group’s military infrastructure.
Louvre heist suspects arrested
Police arrest suspect in broad-daylight Louvre heist attempting to board plane to leave the country. 2 suspects remain on the loose, and authorities have yet to recover the $100 million in stolen jewels.
Watch:
Watch: Captivity survivor Eitan Mor receives emotional welcome in Gush Etzion
Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor passes through Oz Vegaon reserve in Gush Etzion, on his way home to Kiryat Arba, receiving a warm and moving welcome by local residents.
White House reporter: Let's put the Temple Mount on the table
White House reporter Jake Turx says solution to disarming Hamas is to 'put the Temple Mount on the table,' says terror group 'doesn't care' about anything else.
Consul General to US Jews
Consul General to US Jews: 'Don't say it's our fault, it's not'
Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, tells American Jews to be strong in the face of antisemitism and lies against Israel on David Harris's 'Defending Israel' program.
12 IDF soldiers injured in Gaza border collision
Two soldiers moderately injured, 10 lightly injured, in operational collision on Gaza border.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: Israel will continue defending northern border against every threat
Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Israel-Lebanon border with US envoy Morgan Ortagus, receiving briefing on IDF efforts to thwart Hezbollah terror activities.
Hamas and Red Cross to search for hostages in IDF-controlled areas
Israel approves operations by Hamas, Red Cross, in IDF-controlled areas of Gaza.
Tzvika Mor:
Tzvika Mor: 'The ‘Returnees Department’ closes today'
Families of the last three hostages who returned home today, thank the IDF, PM Netanyahu, Pres. Trump, and the people of Israel, calling the moment a 'new beginning' for their loved ones.
Eitan Mor recounts the horrifying moments near Re'im
In a newly released video, freed hostage Eitan Mor recalls the chaos of the October 7th Massacre and his final moments of contact with Elyakim Libman, who was killed while rescuing others.
Gush Etzion residents fuming:
Gush Etzion residents fuming: Shepherds attacked and then detained by IDF
Residents of several areas in Gush Etzion are furious about the IDF's conduct in two incidents: 'The soldiers detained the shepherds - and the Arab rioters were not stopped.'
From Australia to Europe
Mossad reveals: The Iranian officials behind a global terror network
The new exposure reveals 'fingerprint-free Iranian terror': strict compartmentalization, recruitment of foreigners, and secret communications - and the heavy price Iran pays internationally for its failures.
Report:
Strike on Islamic Jihad terrorist approved after US approval
Strike on Islamic Jihad terrorist approved after lengthy process, requiring authorization from senior Israeli, US, and CENTCOM officials before being carried out.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: ‘Israel controls its own security, not the US’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed claims of US control over Israel’s defense policy, stressing that Israel acts independently and “does not ask permission” to defend itself.
'Not sure he's really a rabbi'
Rabbi Yosef lashes out against pro-conscription rabbi: 'Not sure he's really a rabbi'
Former Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef launches attack against Rabbi Tamir Granot and other Zionist rabbis who support drafting haredim. 'They are classified as heretics.'
Court rejects request:
Court rejects request: Netanyahu trial to be heard four days a week
The court has rejected the Prime Minister's request to hold hearings in the cases against him three days a week. Starting in November, hearings will be held every day from Sunday through Wednesday.
JD Vance criticizes Mamdani for calling his aunt a 9/11 'victim'
JD Vance slams Mamdani for calling his Muslim aunt a 9/11 'victim,' while Mamdani defends his comments citing post-9/11 discrimination against Muslims in the US, amid intensifying tensions in the NYC mayoral race.
Kurdish PKK militant group to pulls out of Turkey
Militant group announces pullout as part of a coordinated peace initiative, urging Ankara to enact political and legal reforms to advance disarmament efforts.
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Watch: Police find large stashes of weapons and ammo in northern Israel
Police and Border Police officers raid several locations in Galilee and Haifa, turning up dozens of weapons and ammunition, and arresting 13.
Amit Segal:
Amit Segal: English-language Haaretz website is main threat to Israel's image in the world
Commentator Amit Segal says Haaretz’s English-language website has become leading source shaping negative image of Israel worldwide, as its reports legitimize international criticism and provide Israel’s opponents with 'perfect excuse.'
The bill that could postpone Netanyahu's trial
Bill granting Knesset House Committee power to postpone trials against Prime Minister and government ministers set to be approved by Ministerial Committee on Legislation.
Law against Bennett to be submitted to ministerial committee.
The Ministerial Committee for Legislation will discuss a proposal that party leaders will not be able to establish new parties before covering the debts of their previous parties.
Israel increases efforts to locate bodies in Gaza
Israel is searching the territories under its control in Gaza for the bodies of slain hostages. Heavy engineering vehicles will begin entering the enclave to assist in the effort.
Academic year opens:
More than 336,000 students begin the 2026 academic year across Israel
Over 336,000 students started the new academic year at 57 higher education institutions. Engineering remains the leading field, while data and AI studies are rapidly growing.
172.7 job seekers:
Israel’s job seeker numbers drop sharply in September, reflected mostly in haredi cities
Israel’s job seekers fell to 172,700 in September, down 7.2% from August. The Employment Service attributes the drop to workers returning after summer layoffs, reflecting a resilient labor market.
Trump leads signing of Thailand-Cambodia peace deal
President Trump oversees agreement ending months of border conflict as ASEAN leaders convene in Malaysia for regional and trade talks.
Radiohead’s Yorke:
Radiohead’s Yorke: I wouldn’t go near the Netanyahu regime
Radiohead’s Thom Yorke says he’d never perform in Israel again, citing the “Netanyahu regime.” Bandmate Jonny Greenwood defends ties to Israeli artists as BDS pressure mounts ahead of their European tour.
Iran declares major bank bankrupt amid sanctions
Iran’s Ayandeh Bank collapses and absorbed by Melli Bank. Officials blame bad debts and lavish projects as sanctions and economic turmoil deepen the Islamic Republic’s financial crisis.
Emotional moment:
Emotional moment: Freed hostage Elkana Bohbot honored at Eyal Golan concert
Former hostage Elkana Bohbot and his wife Rivka attend Eyal Golan’s first concert in Yarkon Park with their family. The singer welcomes them and dedicates a song to them.
Trump:
Trump: Hamas 'will have a big problem' if they fail to uphold the deal
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump says Middle East peace is “real” and historic, citing Iran’s nuclear dismantling and broad Arab-Israeli cooperation, and warns Hamas to uphold ceasefire or face consequences.
Trump hikes tariffs on Canada over 'fraudulent' Reagan ad
Trump hikes tariffs on Canada by 10% over ad by the Ontario government that misrepresented Reagan’s stance on tariffs.
Ireland elects President known for anti-Israel rhetoric
Catherine Connolly, a critic of Israel who once called Hamas “part of the fabric” of Palestine and referred to Israel as a “terrorist state”, elected Ireland’s president in a landslide.
After Trump ultimatum
Hamas after Trump ultimatum: We won’t give Israel excuses to resume war
Hamas says it won’t provoke Israel as it searches Gaza for hostage bodies, in comments coming after Trump demands all bodies be returned within 48 hours.
Remember to change the clock?
Did you remember to change the clock? Standard Time begins in Israel
At 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, clocks were set back one hour to 1:00 a.m. Standard Time will remain in effect until March 27, 2026.
Hamas official claims return of hostages' bodies a matter of 'months'
Moussa Abu Marzouk, a senior Hamas official, insists Hamas has no more hostages to hand over, claims transfer of remaining 13 hostages' bodies could take 'months.' 'This is not a matter of weeks.'
Trump gives Hamas 48-hour deadline
US President Donald Trump urges Hamas to promptly return the bodies of deceased hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure to comply could prompt international action. 'I am watching this very closely.'
Israeli restaurant in Washington DC closes due to BDS attacks
An Israeli-owned restaurant chain in Washington, D.C., has permanently shut down after years of protests and boycotts led by pro-Palestinian activists.
Bennett:
Bennett: 'We will win 62 seats in the next election'
In a lecture to an Israeli audience, former prime minister Naftali Bennett said a right-wing ideological alternative that is not left-wing must be presented.
After Rubio's visit:
Netanyahu, Rubio reaffirm US-Israel alliance in closing call after visit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his visit and unwavering support, as both leaders pledged continued cooperation on returning hostages and disarming Hamas.
