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Israel Dog Unit holds special exhibition for Samaria school

At the request of the Ariel Police Station, the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) conducted a special demonstration on Tuesday for hundreds of students at the Milkin School in the city of Ariel.

Israel Dog Unit holds special exhibition for Samaria school

IAI unveils next-gen anti-tank missile

This next-generation system addresses the growing market demand for cost-effective precision missiles with an extended operational range of over 20 km.

IAI unveils next-gen anti-tank missile

Bereaved family outraged over suit targeting fallen son

The family of First Sergeant Yahav Hadar, killed in Gaza, was stunned to learn of a civil lawsuit filed over a 2019 ATV accident, prompting the bereaved father to plead for compassion and withdrawal.

Bereaved family outraged over suit targeting fallen son

Netanyahu meets with Egyptian head of intelligence

Egyptian military intelligence chief Hassan Rashad met with Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss further implementation of President Trump's peace plan.

Netanyahu meets with Egyptian head of intelligence

Netanyahu's birthday present to Hadassah Hospital

Prime Minister Netanyahu chose to share his 76th birthday cake with the children's ward at Hadassah Hospital.

Netanyahu's birthday present to Hadassah Hospital

Explosive detonates in IDF-controlled area in Gaza

IDF investigating whether the explosive was planted recently or whether it is an old device that remains from before the ceasefire came into effect.

Explosive detonates in IDF-controlled area in Gaza

Ben-Gvir:

Ben-Gvir: 'Terrorists will continue to receive absolute minimum conditions'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir defended the treatment of security prisoners despite allegations that it made Hamas abuse the hostages.

Ben-Gvir: 'Terrorists will continue to receive absolute minimum conditions'

US Vice President Vance arrives in Israel

Visit to Israel will likely focus on concluding Phase A of the deal to end the war in Gaza.

US Vice President Vance arrives in Israel

List of 30 thousand Air Force service members leaked to Al Jazeera

An Al Jazeera news program published a 'leaked document' with the names, photos, and information of 30,000 IAF pilots and service members.

List of 30 thousand Air Force service members leaked to Al Jazeera

Witkoff and Kushner meet with newly released hostages

US Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with hostages released from Hamas captivity last week, who thanked them for their instrumental role in securing the deal that brought them home.

Witkoff and Kushner meet with newly released hostages

IDF mocks Gaza journalist who eulogized terrorist

Al Jazeera photographer Fadi al-Wahidi eulogized his uncle, Taj al-Din al-Wahidi, a senior Hamas official killed in Jabalia, and was mocked online by the IDF.

IDF mocks Gaza journalist who eulogized terrorist

'Coming Home'

'Coming Home' | Emotional Yiddish cover marks hostages’ long-awaited homecoming

Hassidic singer and rapper Mendy Twerski performs a stirring cover of the pop song 'Coming Home' in Yiddish, marking the return of the remaining hostages from Hamas captivity.

'Coming Home' | Emotional Yiddish cover marks hostages’ long-awaited homecoming

Tal Haimi's widow: 'We have reached a sad closure'

Ela Haimi, wife of Tal Haimi, Nir Yitzhak’s rapid response commander murdered by Hamas on October 7th, said her husband’s return brings 'real closure' and urged an end for all hostage families.

Tal Haimi's widow: 'We have reached a sad closure'

Report:

Report: Hamas actively involved in creating new Gaza government

Hamas reportedly appointed half of the members of the technocratic government which will rule Gaza at the end of the implementation of the deal.

Report: Hamas actively involved in creating new Gaza government

Thousands pray at Joseph's Tomb ahead of Rosh Chodesh

Thousands of worshippers entered Joseph's Tomb in Shechem overnight, accompanied by several MKs and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan.

Thousands pray at Joseph's Tomb ahead of Rosh Chodesh

NYC poll:

NYC poll: Mamdani leads despite anti-Israel controversies

Zohran Mamdani leads NYC’s mayoral race. Cuomo and Sliwa campaigns call the race a “dead heat” if one drops out.

NYC poll: Mamdani leads despite anti-Israel controversies

Report:

Report: US concerned Netanyahu may abandon Gaza plan

New York Times reports that the White House is scrambling to preserve the Gaza peace deal as Netanyahu weighs military options. Vance, Kushner, and Witkoff’s visit in Israel is an attempt to stabilize the truce.

Report: US concerned Netanyahu may abandon Gaza plan

Body of murdered hostage Tal Haimi returned to Israel

Body of hostage Tal Haimi, killed while defending Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak on Oct. 7, returned to Israel. Haimi leaves behind a wife and four children.

Body of murdered hostage Tal Haimi returned to Israel

Tragedy in chess world:

Tragedy in chess world: Jewish-American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies at 29

Chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies at 29. The Charlotte Chess Center calls his death “unexpected” and remembers him as a beloved player, educator, and inspiration to the global chess community.

Tragedy in chess world: Jewish-American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies at 29

Draft Law delayed, discussions cancelled

The Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee has canceled discussions on the Draft Law this week due to delays in preparing the legislation and disagreements with leaders of the haredi parties.

Draft Law delayed, discussions cancelled

Watch: Hey Jew...

Israeli hip-hop artist Roy Kornblum’s newest song reminds the world that, even though the war in Gaza has ended for now, your war is never truly over when you're Jewish.

Watch: Hey Jew...

Israel's condition for Gaza rehabilitation

Israel has told the US it will not support Gaza’s rehabilitation until Hamas shows real steps toward disarmament, as talks continue over dismantling tunnels and a foreign force for the enclave.

Israel's condition for Gaza rehabilitation

American-Israeli sues PA, PLO after wife and newborn son killed in attack

American-Israeli Hananel Gez, who lost his wife Tzeela and newborn son in a Palestinian terror attack near Jerusalem, filed a federal lawsuit in New York accusing the PA and PLO of funding terror.

American-Israeli sues PA, PLO after wife and newborn son killed in attack

Watch:

Watch: IDF forces mark Yellow Line in Gaza

Concrete barriers are being placed approximately every 200 meters, with adjustments made based on terrain conditions between each marker.

Watch: IDF forces mark Yellow Line in Gaza

Trump:

Trump: Hamas ceasefire violations a 'little situation,' will be handled

Speaking with Australian PM Anthony Albanese, President Trump called recent Hamas violations 'a little situation,' blamed internal rebellion, and vowed to 'eradicate Hamas if we have to.'

Trump: Hamas ceasefire violations a 'little situation,' will be handled

Hamas documents reveal direct ties to Al-Jazeera

Documents seized in Gaza indicate close ties and significant cooperation between Hamas and the Qatari network Al-Jazeera, particularly during the war. "Not just reporting, but also psychological warfare."

Hamas documents reveal direct ties to Al-Jazeera

Witkoff recounts personal bond with Hamas terrorist leader

In a 60 Minutes interview, US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner described an emotional moment with Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt, as the envoy and terrorist bonded over the loss of their sons.

Witkoff recounts personal bond with Hamas terrorist leader

President Trump honors the memory of Rabbi Moshe Hauer

The US President sent a letter to the grieving family and to the OU, in which he noted that the late rabbi 'dedicated his life to helping others and stood as a fierce advocate for the Jewish people.'

President Trump honors the memory of Rabbi Moshe Hauer

Trump’s peace plan:

Trump’s peace plan: US Envoy highlights Syria, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia

US Ambassador Thomas Barrack outlined Trump’s next peace steps, urging Syria’s reintegration, Hezbollah’s disarmament, and noting Saudi Arabia is nearing Abraham Accords accession.

Trump’s peace plan: US Envoy highlights Syria, Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia

Chilling footage

Chilling footage: Yaniv, who fell in Gaza, plays music at concentration camp

During a Bnei Akiva Modiin Yeshiva trip to Poland, Yaniv Kula was filmed performing Ehud Banai’s “Yotze La’or.” Yesterday, Kula was killed in battle in Rafah.

Chilling footage: Yaniv, who fell in Gaza, plays music at concentration camp

Judge Criticizes Shin Bet

Judge Criticizes Shin Bet: 'Even in Nukhba cases you didn’t request such a thing'

Judge Zohar Dibon-Segal sharply criticized Shin Bet representatives during a hearing on an extraordinary order the agency requested to prevent attorneys from the Honenu organization from representing more than one detainee.

Judge Criticizes Shin Bet: 'Even in Nukhba cases you didn’t request such a thing'

Herzog: 'I am heartbroken'

Knesset session opens in mayhem. Herzog: 'I am heartbroken'

The Fourth Session of the 25th Knesset opened with sharp exchanges after Speaker Amir Ohana criticized the judiciary, while President Herzog urged respect, restraint, and national unity.

Knesset session opens in mayhem. Herzog: 'I am heartbroken'

Report reveals:

Report reveals: Bedouin battalion soldiers involved in smuggling goods into Gaza

Soldiers from the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion allegedly smuggled hundreds of thousands of shekels worth in cigarrettes into the Gaza Strip using military vehicles and aid trucks.

Report reveals: Bedouin battalion soldiers involved in smuggling goods into Gaza

'Within three weeks'

Ben-Gvir gives government three weeks to advance death penalty for terrorists

National Security Minister announces that if legislation for a death penalty for terrorists is not brought for a vote in the Knesset within three weeks, his party would stop voting with the coalition.

Ben-Gvir gives government three weeks to advance death penalty for terrorists

King Charles visits Manchester following synagogue attack on Yom Kippur

King Charles visits Manchester to show his support to the Jewish community and those affected by the attack at Heaton Park Synagogue on Yom Kippur, in which 2 members were murdered and several injured.

King Charles visits Manchester following synagogue attack on Yom Kippur

Lakewood:

Drive-by shooting targets Jewish home in Lakewood; suspects arrested, no injuries reported

Police in Lakewood, NJ, are investigating a drive-by shooting targeting a Haredi home when driver of a red car fired multiple shots, one entering the house.

Drive-by shooting targets Jewish home in Lakewood; suspects arrested, no injuries reported

At ADEX 2025:

Israel showcases advanced defense technologies at ADEX 2025 in South Korea

Advanced air defense systems, electro-optical technologies, and aerospace innovation: Israel MOD leads Israeli delegation to ADEX 2025 in Seoul.

Israel showcases advanced defense technologies at ADEX 2025 in South Korea

Israel preparing to receive body of deceased hostage

Israel preparing for possibility Hamas will return body of a deceased hostage on Monday night.

Israel preparing to receive body of deceased hostage

Likud MK warns: Witkoff is pushing us to the gates of hell

Likud MK Amit Halevi warns that US Envoy Steve Witkoff and his partners are 'pushing us to the gates of hell' with new US-backed ceasefire deal.

Likud MK warns: Witkoff is pushing us to the gates of hell

Watch: IDF marks 'yellow line' border in Gaza

IDF begins placing yellow cement blocks along new 'yellow line' border in Gaza, marking where Hamas control ends and Israeli control begins.

Watch: IDF marks 'yellow line' border in Gaza