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Leaders and experts warn:

Leaders and experts: Belgium risks setting a dangerous precedent for religious freedom

The European Jewish Association warned Belgium's case against ritual circumcision could set a precedent affecting religious freedom across Europe.

Leaders and experts: Belgium risks setting a dangerous precedent for religious freedom

Reuters:

Reuters: ICC panel recommends ousting Prosecutor Karim Khan

An ICC oversight body recommended removing Prosecutor Karim Khan after finding he committed serious misconduct.

Reuters: ICC panel recommends ousting Prosecutor Karim Khan

Trump

Trump: 'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

US President says Iran has agreed not to impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz and to allow American nuclear inspectors.

Trump: 'Iran assured us there will be no Hormuz tolls'

US eliminates top ISIS leader in Syria

US Military confirms that senior ISIS leader Ali Husayn al-‘Ulaywi was eliminated in an airstrike in Syria.

US eliminates top ISIS leader in Syria

'Significant decision making'

'Significant decision making': Gilad Erdan's resignation indicates political aspirations

The former minister notified the IAI Board of Directors that he is in a process of 'significant decision making,' following past remarks about forming a new right-wing party.

'Significant decision making': Gilad Erdan's resignation indicates political aspirations

Two terrorists eliminated in Lebanon

IDF strikes two armed Hezbollah terrorists near Ali al-Taher Ridge.

Two terrorists eliminated in Lebanon

Defense Minister promises: We won't leave

Defense Minister Israel Katz speaks at expo, noting Hamas tunnels would have remained intact had the October 7 massacre not happened, and promising that Israel will remain in Syria and Lebanon.

Defense Minister promises: We won't leave

Sa’ar:

Sa’ar: Hezbollah launched over 7,000 missiles at Israel since March

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar says Hezbollah launched over 7,000 rockets, missiles and drones from Lebanon into Israel since March, says Hezbollah a threat to both nations. 'No country would tolerate such attacks.'

Sa’ar: Hezbollah launched over 7,000 missiles at Israel since March

Unusual security incident on Gaza border

Two Hamas terrorists cross into Israeli territory; security forces still searching for one of them.

Unusual security incident on Gaza border

Disturbing footage:

Disturbing footage: Tunnel uncovered near Jerusalem likely intended for terror purposes

In a joint operation, Israeli security forces discover tunnel dug to 25 meters deep, arrest two Arab suspects.

Disturbing footage: Tunnel uncovered near Jerusalem likely intended for terror purposes

JNS Panel:

JNS Panel: 'The biggest enemy is conspiracy thinking'

A panel discussion at the JNS International Policy Summit held a wide-ranging conversation about the emergence of the “woke right," the spread of antisemitic conspiracy theories, and the battle over ideas in the digital age.

JNS Panel: 'The biggest enemy is conspiracy thinking'

IDF preparing for 'day after' in Lebanon

Political leadership, top IDF brass, discuss plans for deploying forces in Lebanon after main fighting with Hezbollah ends.

IDF preparing for 'day after' in Lebanon

Tzipi Hotovely:

Tzipi Hotovely: 'We are fighting the world's war with evil'

Israel’s National Diplomacy Directorate chief Tzipi Hotovely called for a coordinated global campaign to defend Israel’s image, arguing that the country must present itself not as a victim but as a defender of Western civilization.

Tzipi Hotovely: 'We are fighting the world's war with evil'

IDF reveals: Hamas built rocket launchers during ceasefire

IDF destroys four rocket launch positions established by the Hamas terror group following the 2025 ceasefire agreement.

IDF reveals: Hamas built rocket launchers during ceasefire

Massive convoy to protest arrests of yeshiva students

Jerusalem Faction, major hasidic groups, organize protest convoy expected to disrupt traffic around Israel.

Massive convoy to protest arrests of yeshiva students

Israel increasingly concerned by US plans for Lebanon

US President Donald Trump wants the Syrian regime to manage Hezbollah and move into southern Lebanon, sparking new security concerns for Israel.

Israel increasingly concerned by US plans for Lebanon

Dramatic raid on the Breslov community in Yavne'el

Following an undercover investigation that lasted for months, police raided several sites in Yavne'el suspected of involvement in underage marriages.

Dramatic raid on the Breslov community in Yavne'el

ZOA President:

ZOA President: 'Zionism means fighting the lies against Israel'

Zionist Organization of America President Morton Klein defended Israel’s legitimacy, criticized international campaigns against the Jewish state, and warned about Iran’s threats and what he described as growing efforts to delegitimize Zionism.

ZOA President: 'Zionism means fighting the lies against Israel'

Chief of Staff to hesder yeshivas: We must integrate women into combat

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir meets hesder yeshiva rabbis regarding the integration of female combat soldiers in the Armored Corps, emphasizing the importance of joint service and accommodation of religious soldiers.

Chief of Staff to hesder yeshivas: We must integrate women into combat

Caroline Glick:

Caroline Glick: 'They are all coming for us'

Caroline Glick, an Israeli journalist and commentator, warned that the world is facing a new front in the struggle against Israel and the Jewish people - an information war fueled by disinformation, social media manipulation and rising antisemitism.

Caroline Glick: 'They are all coming for us'

Bypassing Sanctions:

Bypassing Sanctions: The secret route between Doha and Tehran

An intelligence report by a foreign intelligence organization has revealed extensive details on the assistance Qatar gives the Iranian regime in order to overcome international restrictions.

Bypassing Sanctions: The secret route between Doha and Tehran

Moving:

Moving: Widow of fallen soldier Ori Shani marries his commander

Miriam Shani, whose husband Captain Ori Shani fell in the battle to defend Kissufim during the October 7 massacre, marries Ofek, his commander from the Egoz Unit training. Watch.

Moving: Widow of fallen soldier Ori Shani marries his commander

Poll:

Poll: Trump’s approval plummets to 34% over Iran war

A new Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals Donald Trump's approval rating has sunk to 34%, with a mere 24% of Americans believing the war with Iran was worth the costs.

Poll: Trump’s approval plummets to 34% over Iran war

Kim Jong Un deploys nuclear destroyer, ordering fleet of 10,000-ton warships

North Korean leader officially commissions a new 5,000-ton destroyer, announcing that North Korea's program to arm its navy with nuclear weapons is moving forward as planned.

Kim Jong Un deploys nuclear destroyer, ordering fleet of 10,000-ton warships

Bucking Trump:

Senate bucking Trump: Republican-led chamber votes to halt US military action in Iran

US Senate votes 50-48 to halt military operations against Iran, defying President Trump as his administration negotiates a fragile peace deal.

Senate bucking Trump: Republican-led chamber votes to halt US military action in Iran

Mark Levin:

Mark Levin: Iran deal funds Tehran more in a year than Israel in a decade

Fox News commentator Mark Levin strongly condemns the Iran deal, warning it provides Tehran with massive funding while treating Israel like a "punching bag."

Mark Levin: Iran deal funds Tehran more in a year than Israel in a decade

2021 Florida building collapse:

Florida building collapse final report reveals deficiencies present since construction

A final federal report reveals the 2021 Surfside condo collapse began weeks early due to flawed design choices and structural degradation.

Florida building collapse final report reveals deficiencies present since construction

New York primary:

Mamdani ally Brad Lander knocks out Rep. Dan Goldman in NY primary

Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, who was endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, defeats incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.

Mamdani ally Brad Lander knocks out Rep. Dan Goldman in NY primary

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Oman pairs with the International Maritime Organization to deploy a temporary, fee-free shipping corridor through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Oman unveils temporary Hormuz Strait shipping lane

Iran's President clarifies:

Iran's President clarifies ballistic missiles are entirely non-negotiable

President Masoud Pezeshkian says that Iran's non-negotiable missile program saved the country from being devastated "just like Gaza" by the US and Israel.

Iran's President clarifies ballistic missiles are entirely non-negotiable

Chikli urges arming global Jewish guards with firearms

Speaking at the JNS International Policy Summit, Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli urges the arming of Jewish security forces aboard, slams Canada's failure to halt rising antisemitism.

Chikli urges arming global Jewish guards with firearms

Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran's World Cup team

The Trump administration relaxes travel restrictions on Iran's national soccer team, allowing the squad to arrive in Seattle two days before its World Cup match against Egypt, while maintaining strict security measures and same-day departure requirements.

Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran's World Cup team

Former MK arrested on suspiscion of incitement

Judea and Samaria District police officers arrested former chairman of the Higher Arab Monitoring Committee and former MK Mohammad Barakeh for questioning today

Former MK arrested on suspiscion of incitement

Zini shutting down Shin Bet's LGBT Forum to focus on security

According to a report, Shin Bet Director David Zini is halting LGBT-related activity within the organization and returning the focus to the core of its security mission.

Zini shutting down Shin Bet's LGBT Forum to focus on security

Minister of Foreign Affairs:

Minister Sa’ar says 'No country would tolerate what Israel faces from Lebanon'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar addressed the situation in Lebanon at the JNS conference in Jerusalem, 'The problem was and is still Hezbollah; the main obstacle to Lebanese sovereignty and regional stability.'

Minister Sa’ar says 'No country would tolerate what Israel faces from Lebanon'

Gafni and Deri's ultimatum to Netanyahu

Shas and Degel HaTorah Chairmen threaten to support a bill to dissolve the Knesset next week if haredi parties' legislation is not advanced.

Gafni and Deri's ultimatum to Netanyahu

Watch

Watch: Arms dealers arrested in Bethlehem operation

During the operation, the soldiers searched about 50 different buildings and arrested 19 suspects in terrorist activity.

Watch: Arms dealers arrested in Bethlehem operation

Ambassador Leiter warns

Ambassador Leiter warns: 'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'

At the opening of the 5th round of Israel-Lebanon talks, Ambassador Yechiel Leiter warns that the original goal of removing Iran's influence and dismantling Hezbollah must not be abandoned.

Ambassador Leiter warns: 'The train toward peace with Lebanon is in danger of derailing'

Transportation Ministry

Transportation Ministry: 'No flights will be cancelled at Ben Gurion'

Transportation Ministry Director General Moshe Ben Zaken estimates that the crisis involving US refueling crews at Ben Gurion Airport is close to being resolved

Transportation Ministry: 'No flights will be cancelled at Ben Gurion'

"Why were you silent?"

Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky confronts UN: "Why were you silent?

Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky addressed UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, accusing UN Special Rapporteur Reem Alsalem of ignoring the suffering of Israeli women who were abused and abducted during the October 7 massacre and Hamas captivity.

Former hostage Ilana Gritzewsky confronts UN: "Why were you silent?