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Knesset passes law to halt arrests of haredi draft dodgers
The Knesset approved a bill preventing arrests of haredi draft dodgers, with coalition support and opposition petitions filed against the move.
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Two years after elimination:
Two years after elimination: New details reveal Muhammad Deif's final months
Hamas sources say Muhammad Deif secretly moved from Gaza City to Rafah and Khan Yunis before Israeli intelligence tracked and eliminated him.
Exclusive:
First Publication | Illegal Waqf school operates in Jerusalem
During a surprise tour of the Muslim Quarter, MK Tzvi Succot uncovered an illegal Waqf school operating in Jerusalem that teaches Palestinian Authority curriculum materials. "This will be ended," he said.
Facing global hate, Israel launches new public diplomacy program
The Government has approved the establishment of the ‘Masa Diplomacy’ program to strengthen Israeli advocacy through young Diaspora Jews.
Five girls, including nine-year-old girl, allegedly attempt to infiltrate Lebanon
Honenu legal advocacy organization says an adult woman and four minor girls, including a nine-year-old, were detained by police who claimed they attempted to infiltrate Lebanon.
MKs moved to tears in Knesset plenum
MK Naama Lazimi broke down in tears during a speech at the Knesset, urging lawmakers to advance the Ran Cohen Law, allowing public housing tenants to purchase their apartments.
After the storm:
IDF punishes soldier seen with controversial social media influencer
After meeting with controversial social media influencer Clavicular, the IDF punished the soldier with a suspended military jail sentence, removal from her social media role, and transferred her to another unit.
Holocaust scholar's book canceled after refusal to bash Israel
Dr. Rafael Medoff says publication of 'Cartoonists Against the Holocaust' was canceled after he rejected demands to include accusations against Israel and the US in the book's introduction
50,000 plane tickets at risk of cancellation
Israel Airports Authority warns lack of parking space at airport may cause significant disruptions to civil aviation, urges US military to complete removal of refueling planes.
Smotrich mocks Peace Now report
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich took aim Tuesday morning at the left-wing organization Peace Now after reviewing a report it published last week criticizing the government's policies in Judea and Samaria.
Five arrested after pilgrimage to Joshua's Tomb ends in clashes
About 100 Breslov hasidim enter Kifl Harath clash with local Arabs; police arrest five Jews.
Government to approve new police compound in eastern Jerusalem
The government is expected to approve a NIS 28 million plan to build a new police compound near Jerusalem's Old City, the first new police facility in eastern Jerusalem in more than a decade.
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Watch: How the Safari Zoo is beating the summer heat
As temperatures soar across Israel, the Safari Zoo is keeping its animals cool with frozen treats, refreshing water features, and species-specific summer enrichment, from meat-filled ice blocks for big cats to mud baths for elephants.
Religious Zionist MK: I paid a price for voting my conscience
Religious Zionist MK Moshe Solomon says he was removed from Knesset committees after opposing the original Draft Law, urges Knesset to encourage independent thinking.
Elor Azaria submits request for pardon
Defense Minister Israel Katz turns to President Isaac Herzog, requesting pardon for IDF soldier Elor Azaria who was charged for killing a terrorist at the scene.
Shocking conditions at IDF outpost in northern Israel
Footage and testimonies from the Tzippor outpost on the Lebanon border present a difficult picture of flooding and infrastructure failures-while more than 100 reserve fighters are staying there.
Bnei Brak presents plan for gender-segregated sidewalks
Bnei Brak municipality kicks off plan to create gender-segregated sidewalks for two high-traffic streets, with plans to expand to other areas of the city.
Watch: Raviv Kaner sings with children of bereaved families
Singer Raviv Kaner joins 'One Family' event, performs movingly for children who lost loved ones in Israel's wars and terror attacks.
President Herzog's This or That lightning round
Podcaster Jonah Platt sits down with President Herzog to answer a series of Coke or Pepsi style questions.
Gaza City strike eliminates Hamas cell commander
IDF eliminates cell commander in Hamas' Naval Array, along with three armed Hamas terrorists.
Japanika restaurant targeted in criminal feud
Firebomb hurled at Japanika in Netanya, grenade at branch in Afula; none injured.
65th Israel Allies Caucus to launch in Fiji Parliament
Jerusalem Summit celebrates Fiji’s embassy move to Jerusalem, inspiring Pacific Island nations.
Yehezkeli warns:
‘Iran thinks it has the upper hand’ | Yehezkeli warns: US restraint is emboldening Tehran
Senior commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns US engaging in 'rounds' of escalation with Iran only emboldens Tehran, urges Washington to hit 'painful' targets.
Bennett’s red line: Falling below 13 seats
A senior party official from “Together" claims behind closed doors that dropping below 13-14 seats would make Gadi Eisenkot the frontrunner to lead the bloc; the party denies the report.
Michigan primary:
Rep. Ilhan Omar backs fellow anti-Israel candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan
Anti-Israel Rep. Ilhan Omar backs fellow Israel critic Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary against pro-Israel Rep. Haley Stevens.
Hate crime probe
FBI probes hate crime after arson attack targets Israeli flag on Indiana home
Central Indiana's Jewish community rallies in Zionsville after a home displaying Israeli and US flags damaged in a suspected $150K hate crime arson.
Third consecutive night
Third consecutive night: CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites
US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.
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Watch: Dancing at Ben Gurion Airport as new Olim arrive from France
Watch the footage: 230 new Olim from France land in Israel. At Ben Gurion Airport, they are welcomed by Ministers Smotrich and Sofer, alongside dozens of Bnei Akiva youth group members.
Darline Graham Nordone to fill brother Lindsey’s US Senate seat
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appoints Darline Graham Nordone to finish out the Senate term of her late brother, former Sen. Lindsey Graham.
'Greatest comeback in history'
'Greatest comeback in history': Netanyahu reflects on war, US ties and Graham's legacy
Prime Minister Netanyahu discusses the sudden passing of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Israel's military progress against Iran, and ties with Trump in radio interview with Sid Rosenberg.
Trump:
Trump: Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes
Speaking from the Oval Office, President Trump comments on Iran strikes, says US forces have crippled Tehran's military and secured the Strait of Hormuz but reiterates a deal is still possible.
Israeli killed in in fall in the Alps
Alam Fares from Hurfeish dies after falling from a high altitude in the Alps.
Report:
Report: Hundreds of thousands of tax shekels funding draft protests
A nonprofit which received about 796,000 shekels from the state budget in 2024 is also used as a donation address for an organization against the conscription of Yeshiva students.
Iranian FM mocks Trump:
Iranian FM mocks Trump: 'We have always been the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz'
Iran's foreign minister sarcastically responded to President Donald Trump's remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran has always been its guardian and will be fair in the fee that they will charge for a safe passage.
IDF:
IDF: Terrorist who attempted to smuggle military equipment to Gaza eliminated
The IDF struck in southern Gaza and eliminated Mustafa Oweisi, a terrorist involved in weapons smuggling efforts aimed at rebuilding Hamas’ military capabilities in violation of the ceasefire agreement.
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Watch: US sea-drone attack in Iran - from the drone angle
US forces successfully struck a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran. This is the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations.
Trump announces:
Trump's dramatic announcment: US is reinstating the Iranian blockade
US President Donald Trump says Iran systematically violates every agreement it reaches, and therefore the US is taking control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Israeli Navy delegation and US Navy strengthen ties during independence anniversary events
Israeli Navy Deputy Commander RADM Guy Levy led a delegation to the US marking 250 years of US independence, meeting senior Navy officials and representatives from navies worldwide to deepen operational cooperation and strengthen maritime partnerships.
Chief of Staff warns against draft exemption bill
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has issued a rare public warning against proposed legislation freezing the arrest of draft evaders, arguing it would encourage avoidance of military service.
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Wach: Palestinian driver arrested after police pursuit
An 18-year-old Palestinian from Ramallah was caught at 162 km/h without a driving license.
