Israel rises to 8th place for UK investment projects per capita
New DBT figures show Israeli firms generated 16 UK projects in 2025-2026, with Israel rising to 8th globally per capita this year.
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IAC CEO Elan Carr to step down in September, remain in strategic role
Israeli American Council CEO Elan Carr will conclude his tenure in September after three years leading the organization, while remaining in a strategic role as the IAC prepares for its next chapter under new leadership.
Watch: Netanyahu views video of Rebbe at farewell event
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins staff at Jerusalem Chabad-Lubavitch school, honoring wife Sara Netanyahu as she concludes 30 years of service as the school's psychologist.
Jewish Quarter rabbi seriously injured in synagogue
Rabbi Eliyahu Medina, Sephardic rabbi of Jerusalem's Old City, hospitalized in very serious condition following fall.
Bus driver's quick thinking leads to arrest of infiltrator
A public bus driver's quick thinking led to the arrest of a 16-year-old illegal entrant on Monday night, hours after the teenager was allegedly involved in a vehicle theft.
Legal adviser warns:
Legal adviser warns: Torah Study Law could grant yeshiva students soldiers' privileges
Sagit Afik, legal adviser to Knesset, says Torah Study Law would grant yeshiva students privileges similar to those of soldiers - unless amendments are made.
Health Ministry: Millions suffer at home from neighbors' smoking
New Health Ministry report estimates nearly 40% of Israelis are exposed to cigarette smoke infiltrating their homes from neighboring apartments, affecting some four million people.
Left wing NGOs report construction boom in Judea and Samaria
A new report claims that in recent years the government promoted a series of steps to expand settlement activity in Judea and Samaria, including advancing thousands of housing units and policy changes.
Iran: Hormuz attack due to violations of agreement
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Strait of Hormuz attack linked to the ceasefire framework, insists negotiations on final agreement stalled 'as long as threats continue.'
Syria:
Explosions near Syria hotel where Macron is staying
Explosions heard near hotel in Damascus, Syria, where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying.
Supreme Court warns government of liability for noncompliance
Israel's Supreme Court has warned that government ministers and public officials could face personal civil liability if they fail to comply with a court ruling on the broadcast authorities.
Unusual incident at Qalandiya Crossing
Border Police fire towards two suspects at Qalandiya Crossing; suspects later identified as civilian security guards.
Man survives car crash - and is killed by police car
Pedestrian killed overnight on highway left his vehicle following initial crash, crossed into oncoming traffic, police say.
Patriot missile shortage leaves Kyiv exposed
Ukraine is running dangerously low on Patriot interceptor missiles, limiting its ability to defend Kyiv against Russian ballistic attacks.
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Watch: Ahmadinejad makes first public appearance at Khamenei’s funeral
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad makes his first public appearance in months at Khamenei's funeral.
Preliminary hearing begins in Charlie Kirk assassination
Utah court hears testimony describing a rooftop sniper position on the opening day of the preliminary murder hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused assassin.
Macron lands in Damascus in historic visit to post-Assad Syria
French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Damascus, breaking Western precedent to engage with Syria's new leadership on security and economic rebuilds.
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Report: Ben Gvir offers Tally Gotliv guaranteed slot on Otzma Yehudit slate
Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has offered MK Tally Gotliv a guaranteed spot on the Otzma Yehudit list if she defects from Likud.
Tehran fires back
Trump warns US will 'finish the job' if Iran deal fails, Tehran fires back
President Trump warns that the US will "finish the job" if talks with Iran fail, prompting Iranian officials to threaten retaliation in "another language."
After devastating earthquake
ZAKA responders launch lifesaving mission in Venezuela after devastating quake
Israel's ZAKA Search & Rescue team deploys to Venezuela, working with local authorities to find earthquake survivors and assess structural damage.
After assault claim
Anti-Israel candidate Graham Platner reassesses Senate campaign after assault claim
Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner is evaluating his campaign's future after strongly denying a new allegation of a 2021 sexual assault.
Dramatic rescue:
Dramatic rescue: Border Police extract 10 Israelis from Qalqilya
Border Police officers and IDF troops rescue 10 Israeli civilians who entered Qalqilya in an attempt to locate a stolen motorcycle, after dozens of Palestinian Arabs swarmed around them.
ZOA urges Trump to block fighter jet sales to Turkey
The Zionist Organization of America is warning against restoring Turkey to the F-35 program, arguing that any sale of advanced fighter jets or related technology would endanger Israel's security and American strategic interests.
Bereaved rabbi's proposed change to Torah study law
Rabbi Tamir Granot, father of fallen IDF soldier Amitai Granot, urges lawmakers to add just a few words to the proposed Basic Law of Torah Study.
Tragedy in Beit Shemesh:
Three-month-old infant dies after being found unconscious in Beit Shemesh
The baby, Sara Chaya Biton, was found unconscious in a residential building in Beit Shemesh. According to testimonies, her older sister slept with her in the same bed and apparently unintentionally pressed on her. Police investigating.
ISA chief continues shakeup of organization
Head of the ISA David Zini is reportedly considering changes to the leadership of the agency's Investigations Directorate, including the possible removal of its current head.
Two months old. Fighting for life
Two-month-old Baruch is in the ICU with a serious kidney condition. His family urgently needs help.
Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion at heart of Gaza smuggling operations
Eight soldiers in the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion charged in smuggling operations into Gaza, in which they allegedly earned tens of millions of shekels.
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Watch: Underground chamber discovered in Uman
Renovation work at the gravesite of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov in Uman has uncovered a previously known but long-sealed underground shaft near the main entrance to the complex.
14 children lost their father. Now they're losing their home
A father of 14 is gone. His widow and orphans need $88,360 more for groceries and a home that doesn't leak, and every contribution brings them closer.
IDF eliminates Hamas training commander in northern Gaza strike
Overnight the IDF carried out an aerial strike in northern Gaza, eliminating Fadi Falah Ashour Daghmash, a commander in the training department of Hamas’s military wing.
Text of law to curb arrest of haredi draft evaders disclosed
Ahead of the second and third readings, the temporary order was published, suspending arrests and enforcement for a limited period, subject to study requirements, affidavits, and supervision of yeshivas.
Jerusalem to host global Christian prayer gathering
Hundreds of Christian leaders from around the world are expected to gather in Jerusalem on October 4 for the annual Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem, as organizers say the event will connect more than 70 million believers worldwide.
Vienna:
Jewish-Austrian artist Alon Yishai assaulted during Vienna protest incident
Alon Yishai was violently attacked and subjected to antisemitic abuse in central Vienna following a protest involving an academic-art tour near a controversial monument.
Shurat Hadin warns of threat to American service members
The Israeli legal organization has asked the U.S. Justice Department to investigate and sanction a group it alleges is orchestrating an international campaign targeting Israeli soldiers and, increasingly, American military personnel.
Road deaths surge to decade high in Israel
A total of 32 people aged 15 to 24 lost their lives in crashes on city roads during 2025, up from 24 fatalities recorded in 2024.
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Watch: Netanyahu sends urgent message to Trump before Turkey meeting
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses Iran’s funeral for ayatollah Ali Khamenei, reports of an alleged rift with President Donald Trump and the relations with Turkey
Education Ministry mandates tefillin access in state schools
Education Ministry issues new nationwide guidelines requiring all state schools to allow students to lay tefillin during breaks, ending years of inconsistent policies and local disputes.
Italy: Mount Etna erupts again, disrupting flights
No injuries reported after Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, erupts.
IDF eliminates Hamas Nukhba terrorist
IDF strikes five terrorists attempting to restore underground terror infrastructure in northern Gaza , killing a Hamas Nukhba operative from the East Jabalia Battalion.
