Dirty Jew:
Miami teacher attacked in antisemitic assault; police arrest suspect
Local police reported that the attacker approached a Jewish teacher, spat in her face, and called her a 'dirty Jew.'
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Complex decision
Complex decision: Be'eri divided over fate of houses damaged in massacre
Residents of Kibbutz Be’eri voted to demolish homes damaged on October 7, while Heritage Minister Amihai Eliyahu considers using the law to preserve them as historic sites despite local opposition.
Poll:
Poll: 92% of secular Israelis light Hanukka candles
New poll reveals: Vast majority of secular Israelis light Hanukkah candles, attributing cultural and family values to the custom.
Report:
Report: Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister made secret visit to Israel
Unpublicized trip reflects growing Taiwan-Israel engagement as Taipei seeks deeper defense cooperation despite diplomatic constraints
Crisis is impetus for growth:
US finance directors tour Israel, hear briefing on economic resilience
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich briefs visiting US finance directors in Jerusalem on Israel’s economic resilience amid ongoing security challenges.
Rehovot resident shoots would-be car thief
A Rehovot resident saw two individuals breaking into his car and shot at them after he felt that he was in danger. One of the illegal infiltrators was severely wounded.
'Security failure'
'Security failure': Military base blueprints appear in official social media post
Architectural blueprints of a sensitive military base appear in photos from an exercise published to an official IDF Instagram account. The photos were quickly removed.
Storm Byron about to reach its peak, severe risk of flooding
Storm Byron is expected to peak today, with heavy rain, cold, and strong winds of up to 90 km/h.
Watch:
Watch: Zohran Mamdani dances at Satmar event
The Mayor-elect attended events hosted by both Satmar factions in honor of Chof Aleph Kislev. President Trump also commemorated the event in a letter.
Musk:
Musk: Omar’s Somali remarks 'sound like treason'
Elon Musk accuses Rep. Ilhan Omar of treason over Somali remarks, after 2024 footage of her saying the US government “will do what we ask it to do” resurfaces.
US slams Houthis over detention of embassy staff in Yemen
US condemns Houthis’ unlawful detention of embassy staff in Yemen, calling it intimidation and demanding their immediate, unconditional release.
State Dept:
State Dept: Rubio, Sa’ar discussed Gaza plan, regional security
State Department says Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s meeting with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar in Washington focused on Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon, stresses importance of US-Israel collaboration.
House passes $900B defense bill with major pro-Israel provisions
House passes a $900B defense bill with a troop pay raise and major pro-Israel funding, advancing missile defense, tech cooperation, and global security provisions to the Senate.
'Largest one ever'
'Largest one ever': US seizes Iran-linked oil tanker off Venezuela
US seizes The Skipper, an Iran-linked tanker, off Venezuela. Trump says the oil will be kept by the US.
Shocking:
Shocking: Father of Noa Marciano reveals how she was murdered
Avi Marciano, the father of IDF lookout Noa Marciano, who was abducted from the shelter at the Nahal Oz outpost on October 7, recounts for the first time how his daughter was murdered in Hamas captivity.
Thousands of haredim to protest in London against draft law
Organizers estimate that thousands will participate in the protest, which aims to make the voice of Haredi Judaism in Europe heard against the enactment of the draft law in Israel.
Watch:
Watch: Police raid Izz ad-Din al-Qassam grave complex
Law enforcement dismantled a tent that was placed over the terror figure's grave, removed illegally installed security cameras, and removed a propaganda sign designed to commemorate his legacy.
Sharp spike in flu cases in Israel
The Health Ministry reports an early and sharp rise in influenza cases, with 166 children hospitalized and eight in intensive care as the highly contagious A/H3N2 strain drives widespread infection.
Terrorists roaming freely:
Terrorists roaming freely: The chilling outcry of Lev Tahor families
'Members of the Lev Tahor cult are terrorists who are freely roaming around the world. They can and must be stopped as soon as possible,' declares Eliyahu Kashani, the families’ representative.
Israelis attacked in Crete by pro-Palestinians
Passengers on a Mano Shipping cruise were attacked while disembarking for a tour on the beach. The assailants provoked the Israelis, pushing them violently and spitting on them.
'Alliance has never been stronger'
Sa'ar and Rubio meet in Washington: 'Our unbreakable alliance has never been stronger'
Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met to discuss mutual opportunities and challenges in the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, and beyond.
'Money Maze' scandal
'Money Maze' scandal: Three police officers detained for questioning
The “Money Maze” investigation widened as a police commander and two officers were questioned over alleged ties to the Bakri crime organization and misuse of Nazareth’s financial system.
Trump's ultimatum for the ICC
Washington warns it may expand sanctions on the International Criminal Court if judges do not halt probes involving US and Israeli officials.
Report:
Report: Rabbis from Israel joined rare visit to long-shuttered Aleppo synagogues
A Jewish delegation, including two rabbis from Israel, visited long-closed synagogues in Aleppo as SOHR reports rising Israeli activity in Syria and local concerns.
Religious Zionist party:
Religious Zionist party: No final decision made on draft exemption bill
After a tense internal meeting with senior rabbis, the party agreed to push for changes but appears ready to back the government’s draft bill despite public criticism.
Attorney General withholds key recusals in handling of MAG case
A report reveals that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara did not disclose key recusals by senior staff while seeking an external opinion on her own conflict of interest and continuing to direct the case.
Students protest Open University assignment citing anti-Israel bias
Students at the Open University are protesting an assignment they say forces them to legitimize anti-Israel claims from a UN report, warning they will boycott the task unless it is replaced.
'Hamas has to go':
'Hamas has to go': Waltz tells Herzog US determined to end ‘cycle of insanity’
Herzog and Waltz discuss UN Resolution 2803, President Trump's Peace Plan, and the return of the last Gaza hostage.
Danny Danon:
Danny Danon: 'Hamas will not stay here, period'
In an exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News, Israel’s Ambassador Danny Danon delivered blunt messages on Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the prospects for expanding the Abraham Accords.
Renowned Breslov figure passes away
The Breslov Hasidic community is mourning the death of Rabbi Binyamin Ze'ev Knepflmacher, one of the movement's influential voices who died today at the age of 74 after contending with a serious illness in recent years.
Watch
Watch: Light aircraft lands on moving car on highway in Florida
A Beechcraft light aircraft made an emergency landing on a Florida highway and collided with a Toyota Camry.
Chaos during PM's testimony
Chaos during Netanyahu's testimony: Signs seized, bereaved mother breaks down in tears
During Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony, chaos broke out in the courtroom after court guards confiscated signs from bereaved families.
Suspicions against Lahav 433 commander revealed
The Police Investigation Department has lifted the gag order on the investigation into Commissioner Manny Binyamin on suspicion that he passed sensitive information to figures involved in a major criminal case in the north.
'Hilltop Youth'
Peace Now attacks Central Command Chief: “Hilltop Youth representative”
Peace Now is furious with Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, accusing him of cooperating with Yesha residents.
Watch
Watch: What storm "Byron" looks like at 10,000 feet
The pilots of an El Al flight captured amazing images of the powerful storm.
Defense Minister, Chief of Staff
Defense Minister, Chief of Staff agree to consolidate October 7 investigations
Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir agreed to join their separate probes into the failures of October 7. Defense Comptroller to join as observer/
Bolivia and Israel sign agreement to renew relations
Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Bolivian Foreign Minister Fernando Aramayo signed an official agreement to restore diplomatic relations between the two countries last night (Wednesday) in Washington.
President Trump
President Trump: 'All Ilhan Omar does is complain, get her the hell out'
US President says he "loves" Minnesota Rep. and Squad member and that she should go back to 'the worst country in the world.'
Edelstein:
Edelstein: Netanyahu is not truly fighting for the Draft Law
Former Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee warns that a flawed Draft Law will harm Likud, accuses Prime Minister of lacking commitment to advancing the enlistment of haredim into the army.
US lawmakers to Lebanon:
US lawmakers demand Lebanon disarm Hezbollah without delay
Bipartisan US lawmakers urge Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah, warning that failure to act violates ceasefire commitments and risks renewed war under Iran-backed militia control.
