Shock in central Israel: Sirens sounded with no early warning
Residents of central Israel surprised by siren without early warning, Bat Yam Mayor says alerts activated due to concern of interceptor debris.
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Tragedy: Ofer Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire
Misgav Am resident Ofer ('Poushko') Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire, IDF says.
How yeast find the perfect match
A mass mating event in the lab reveals how yeast cells choose partners - and what predicts the success of their offspring.
Miracle at Peduel school
Iranian missile fragments fall in school yard in Peduel; none injured due to Home Front Command instructions and late hour.
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Watch: Celebrating during sirens and then arrested
Following reports from residents of sounds of celebration during rocket fire, Yavne police raid a construction site and arrest nine illegal residents.
Muslim doctor caught smuggling 2,000-year-old Jewish coins at checkpoint
Under the pretext of Ramadan Temple Mount prayers: Muslim hospital doctor caught at the Hizma Checkpoint attempting to smuggle rare 2,000-year-old coins engraved in ancient Hebrew script into Israel.
From siren to hope:
From siren to hope: Bereaved mother Miriam Peretz prepares for Pesach
Against the backdrop of days of war and sirens, and ahead of Pesach, Miriam Peretz reminds the nation of its inner strength: 'We are a people who do not lose hope - it’s in our DNA.'
Orit Strock's daughter responds to criticism with shocking revelation
Racheli, daughter of Settlements Minister Orit Strock, responds to criticism of her mother following death of late sister Shoshana Strock.
UK:
Fury in Margate as art exhibition accused of antisemitism and Nazi imagery
Controversial exhibition in Margate sparks outrage after a Jewish visitor said she was driven out following a confrontation over alleged antisemitic and Nazi imagery, critics warn display revives dangerous anti-Jewish stereotypes.
Watch: Unusual collision at New York airport
Air Canada plane makes crash-landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York, injuring dozens.
CENTCOM chief:
CENTCOM chief: Iran is hitting civilians out of desperation
CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper tells Iran International that Iran targets civilians in desperation as its attacks shrink in volume, adds the US campaign is on track to eliminate threats.
Antisemitic arson in London:
Antisemitic arson in London: Hatzolah ambulances torched in Golders Green
Masked individuals set fire to Hatzolah Northwest ambulances outside synagogue in Golders Green. Explosions reported, fire services responding.
State Department:
State Department to citizens: Exercise increased caution worldwide
US State Department issues worldwide alert, urging Americans, especially in Middle East, to exercise increased caution as Iran-backed groups may target US interests globally.
'You chose to sit in the stands'
'You chose to sit in the stands': Benny Gantz blasts Yair Lapid
Following an op-ed by Lapid in Haaretz claiming that Gantz saved Netanyahu, the head of the National Unity party hits back: "You chose political considerations while all our children were being drafted."
Ambassador Leiter
Ambassador Leiter: The strikes will continue until the Iranian regime falls
Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CNN the war with Iran will persist until the regime collapses: “We need boots on the ground, but they have got to be Iranian boots."
Sirens across Israel:
Sirens across Israel: Iranian missile intercepted, damage in central Israel
Sirens sounded in central and southern Israel following the launch of a missile from Iran. Missile intercepted, with debris falls recorded and damage caused in Bnei Brak, Petah Tikva, and Gat Rimon, no injuries.
Old bombs discovered in forgotten bunker now being used on Iran
Thousands of bombs originally intended for Egypt decades ago are now being used by the IDF in strikes on Iranian regime targets.
IDF Spokesperson:
IDF Spokesperson: 'We are facing more weeks of fighting in all sectors'
IDF spokesman Brigadier General Effie Defrin announced that the Iranian regime is being undermined by Israel's ongoing attacks and estimated that the fighting will continue in the coming weeks.
Due to missile attacks:
Israel cuts outbound flights to 50 passengers
Ben Gurion Airport limits outbound flights to 50 passengers and reduces traffic amid Iranian attacks, disrupting travel ahead of Passover.
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Watch: Interception fragment crushes car
Footage shows a vehicle being crushed under an interception fragment, more than seven minutes after the second alarm sounded in the area.
Minister of Education:
Ministry of Education: Special ed. activities will be held from Tuesday
On Monday there will be no in-person learning in schools. Starting Tuesday, some municipalities will operate Passover day camps.
IDF Chief on Lebanon:
IDF Chief on Lebanon: Operation has just begun, in the end, Hezbollah will remain alone
IDF senior command approves advancement of targeted ground operations in Lebanon, with IDF Chief Zamir declaring, 'This is a prolonged operation, and we are prepared for it.'
'Iran must be protected'
'Iran must be protected': Pahlavi urges Israel and US to spare civilian infrastructure
Exiled crown prince urges US, Israel to strike regime targets while preserving civilian infrastructure amid escalating Iran-Israel attacks
IDF probing whether soldier fire killed man in Misgav Am
The IDF is investigating whether Ofer Moskowitz was killed by misdirected artillery fire, after initial reports blamed Hezbollah fire.
Dramatic recommendation:
Dramatic recommendation: Close Ben Gurion Airport immediately due to missile threat
Aviation officials call for Israel's main international airport to be closed just a week and a half before Passover holiday as Iran continues to launch missiles at the country.
Severe warning:
Palestinian Authority is preparing a Trojan Horse for Israel
Palestinian Authority possesses an armed force three times larger than that agreed upon in the Oslo Accords, elite units, and offensive weapons. 'No one can say they were not warned,' says MK Avigdor Liberman.
Bnei Brak: Woman allegedly cuts 10-year-old’s sidelocks
A 10-year-old boy was left shaken after a woman allegedly cut his sidelocks in Bnei Brak, sparking outrage and calls for investigation.
'I really thought that I was dead'
Dramatic footage from Tel Aviv: Direct strike near a moving car
Footage released from Tel Aviv captures a particularly dramatic moment of a strike occurring just meters from a moving vehicle near Habima Square.
Fintech bridges - Comparing Israeli innovation to the Nordic forbrukslån
Israeli fintech focuses on secure, global B2B solutions, while Nordic forbrukslån prioritizes easy, flexible consumer lending with lower rates and fast applications.
Being able to change in time is the secret to success. But does everyone master this?
How external consulting helps startups master the art of the pivot and reach product-market fit.
'Son of the redemption generation'
'Son of the redemption generation': Yehuda Shmuel Sherman laid to rest
Dozens gather to honor Yehuda Shmuel Sherman, 18, murdered in a terrorist ramming attack in Homesh, Samaria.
IDF strikes weapons production sites and headquarters in Tehran
Israeli Air Force struck Iranian military bases, weapons sites, and intelligence headquarters in Tehran as part of efforts to weaken regime capabilities.
Watch:
Watch: IDF strikes Lebanon's coastal highway bridge over the Litani
Following IDF evacuation warnings, IDF strikes bridge to prevent Hezbollah from transporting reinforcements and arms to southern Lebanon.
President Herzog:
President Herzog: 'Iran does not differentiate, everyone is to be killed'
President Isaac Herzog today visited the scene of the overnight missile attack on the city of Arad in southern Israel and praised the nation's resilience in the war.
Sa'ar in Arad
Sa'ar in Arad: 'Iran's strategy is to launch missiles at civilians'
Foreign Minister visits the site of the missile strike in Arad, says: 'The Iranian regime is targeting only civilians and the civilian population.'
Ofer Moskowitz identified as missile victim in northern Israel
The fatality from Hezbollah fire earlier today directed at Misgav Am has been identified as Ofer Moskowitz, a veteran resident of the town.
Netanyahu in Arad:
Netanyahu in Arad: 'Iran has the whole world in its sights'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the scene of a recent missile strike in Arad, where he accused Iran of escalating attacks against civilians and warned that the threat now extends far beyond Israel.
Air Force Investigation: Why did the interception fail?
The IAF emphasized that the failure was not due to human error or a technical malfunction. On the same night, two other “Qadr" missiles were successfully intercepted.
Two moderately injured in missile strike in Tel Aviv
An Iranian missile that penetrated the air defense system struck Tel Aviv directly, causing six casualties and significant damage, with two people in moderate condition.
Bereaved brother recounts deadly Homesh ramming
Daniel Sherman recounts the deadly attack in Samaria over Shabbat that killed his brother and left him injured.
