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Messing, Bialik, Schreiber lead charge against antisemitic boycott pledge

Liev Schreiber, Mayim Bialik, and Debra Messing join 1,200+ stars in rejecting a boycott of Israeli film institutions, calling it antisemitic censorship that silences voices and fuels division.

Messing, Bialik, Schreiber lead charge against antisemitic boycott pledge

Trump signs order to keep TikTok alive under US control

Trump signs executive order enabling US investors to buy TikTok from ByteDance, aiming to protect data privacy and national security. The deal awaits final approval from China.

Trump signs order to keep TikTok alive under US control

Poll:

Poll: Yoaz Hendel's 'Reservists' party teeters on electoral threshold

A Channel 12 poll shows Likud remains the largest party with 24 seats, Bennett drops to 19, and Hendel crosses the electoral threshold with 4 seats.

Poll: Yoaz Hendel's 'Reservists' party teeters on electoral threshold

Former FBI chief Comey indicted over Russia collusion probe

James Comey indicted for false statement and obstruction in relation to the probe of Russian interference in the 2016 elections.

Former FBI chief Comey indicted over Russia collusion probe

In New York

Netanyahu strengthens ties with Serbia and Paraguay in New York meetings

Netanyahu meets with Serbia's Vučić and Paraguay's Peña in New York to boost ties and thank them for supporting Israel’s fight against terror and efforts to free hostages held by Hamas.

Netanyahu strengthens ties with Serbia and Paraguay in New York meetings

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

Houthis launch missile at Israel following Israel's large retaliatory strike in Yemen. Sirens sounded in central Israel.

Missile launched from Yemen at Israel

Grunis Committee approves appointment of David Zini as Shin Bet chief

Appointment will be brought for final confirmation by the cabinet on Sunday. Upon cabinet approval, Zini will officially enter the position.

Grunis Committee approves appointment of David Zini as Shin Bet chief

178 Congressional Democrats warn Israel against annexation

Large majority of House Democrats sign letter warning Israel against responding to unilateral recognition of 'Palestine' by applying sovereignty to any part of Judea and Samaria.

178 Congressional Democrats warn Israel against annexation

Watch:

Watch: Hamas combat compound with stolen humanitarian aid destroyed

כוחות חטיבת 401 פעלו היום בעומק עזה, איתרו והשמידו מתחם לחימה מאויש שכלל מטענים, רימונים ונשק גנוב.

Watch: Hamas combat compound with stolen humanitarian aid destroyed

Rima and Hamza killed when sign fell from truck onto their van

Two residents of Arara were killed and nine others injured after a heavy iron sign fell from a truck onto a minibus on Route 5; the truck driver was later arrested.

Rima and Hamza killed when sign fell from truck onto their van

Report

Report: Microsoft to block Unit 8200

The Guardian reported that Microsoft has announced that it will block Unit 8200's access to the Azure system and conduct an external review of military cooperation.

Report: Microsoft to block Unit 8200

IDF Spox. reveals:

IDF Spox. reveals: 'Brutal murderer' Nukhba commander eliminated

IDF and ISA eliminated Wael Mutrieh, a Nukhba platoon commander in Hamas’ Shati Battalion in the Gaza City area, who took part in the infiltration of the Nahal Oz Outpost bomb shelter on 10/07/23.

IDF Spox. reveals: 'Brutal murderer' Nukhba commander eliminated

Trump meets Erdogan

Trump meets Erdogan: Close to 'some kind of deal' to end Gaza war

US, Turkish Presidents meet at the White House as Erdogan seeks lifting of US ban on selling F-35s to Turkey.

Trump meets Erdogan: Close to 'some kind of deal' to end Gaza war

'REMEMBER OCTOBER 7'

'REMEMBER OCTOBER 7' | New campaign in NYC ahead of Netanyahu's UN speech

Campaign aims to remind world leaders and the public about the atrocities perpetrated by Hamas.

'REMEMBER OCTOBER 7' | New campaign in NYC ahead of Netanyahu's UN speech

FIFA, UEFA Under Pressure as Calls Grow to Exclude Israel From Global Soccer

UEFA is moving toward a vote on suspending Israel’s soccer federation, a decision that could block its national and club teams from international competitions.

FIFA, UEFA Under Pressure as Calls Grow to Exclude Israel From Global Soccer

Yemen pres. to UN

Yemen pres. to UN: 'Houthis no longer just rebels, but a global terror org'

Yemeni President Rashad Al-Alimi warns the UN General Assembly: 'Anyone who underestimates this militia today should imagine what will happen tomorrow when the Red Sea and maritime trade routes become permanent hostages in the hands of terror.'

Yemen pres. to UN: 'Houthis no longer just rebels, but a global terror org'

Report:

Report: Iran suspected of missile launch at Imam Khomeini spaceport

Satellite imagery analyzed by the Associated Press suggests Iran tested a missile at Imam Khomeini Spaceport, raising concerns amid sanctions and regional tensions.

Report: Iran suspected of missile launch at Imam Khomeini spaceport

Netanyahu to Supreme Court:

Netanyahu to Supreme Court: Only the PM can dismiss a minister

In a preliminary response, the government told the Supreme Court that dismissing Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is solely the Prime Minister’s authority and urged the petitions be rejected.

Netanyahu to Supreme Court: Only the PM can dismiss a minister

Abbas rails against Israel's 'genocide' at UN

In virtual address, PA chairman says he "rejects what Hamas did on October 7," claims he is ready to rule Gaza without Hamas.

Abbas rails against Israel's 'genocide' at UN

Day after UAV strike in Eilat:

Dozens of Houthi terrorists estimated dead in strikes on Yemen

A total of approximately 20 aircraft dropped over 65 munitions on seven targets, including five occupied command centers and two weapons warehouses.

Dozens of Houthi terrorists estimated dead in strikes on Yemen

'My heart is torn'

'My heart is torn': Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo is laid to rest

Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo was laid to rest in Migdal Haemek; his widow parted from him: 'I am sad that I won't get to see you as a father and that our son won't be raised on your lap.'

'My heart is torn': Maj. Shahar Netanel Bozaglo is laid to rest

Yossi Dagan asks

Yossi Dagan asks: 'Has Netanyahu abandoned sovereignty?'

Samaria Council Chairman warns amid growing international recognition of 'Palestine' that "Even after the ‘political tsunami,’ the Prime Minister has still not put sovereignty on the table.'

Yossi Dagan asks: 'Has Netanyahu abandoned sovereignty?'

Rosh Hashanah stats:

Rosh Hashanah stats: Sharp rise in number of Jewish visitors to Temple Mount

Under National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's policy, the number of Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount on Rosh Hashanah has nearly doubled, records show.

Rosh Hashanah stats: Sharp rise in number of Jewish visitors to Temple Mount

JPPI report:

JPPI report: 'Antisemitism at record highs; report warns of alarming trends.'

The Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) annual report warns of declining Jewish well-being worldwide, citing weakened cohesion, resilience, and identity under war, antisemitism, and diplomatic pressures.

JPPI report: 'Antisemitism at record highs; report warns of alarming trends.'

Shocking murder during Rosh Hashanah

A Jerusalem man in his 80's has been arrested for murdering his caretaker and hiding her body in the bathtub of his house.

Shocking murder during Rosh Hashanah

From Rafah to Khan Yunis:

From Rafah to Khan Yunis: Etzioni Brigade increases hold on Magen Oz corridor

IDF dismantling hundreds of terrorist infrastructure sites, eliminating dozens of terrorists, and fighting in two Hamas strongholds.

From Rafah to Khan Yunis: Etzioni Brigade increases hold on Magen Oz corridor

Third in a week: Unvaccinated infant dies of measles in Jerusalem

Unvaccinated 1.5-year-old infant infected with measles loses consciousness at his home, is declared dead in hospital.

Third in a week: Unvaccinated infant dies of measles in Jerusalem

Evading Arrest?:

Evading Arrest?: PM's plane takes unusual detour to USA

The Prime Minister's plane, Wing of Zion, is making its way to the United States on a particularly unusual flight path that crosses only southern Europe.

Evading Arrest?: PM's plane takes unusual detour to USA

Rainfall in Nahariya breaks 93-year record

Over 100 mm of rainfall in Nahariya, causing flooding and breaking September rainfall record.

Rainfall in Nahariya breaks 93-year record

בכפר טמון:

Security forces eliminate terror cell planning attack

Islamic Jihad terror cell responsible for a number of terror attacks eliminated in Kfar Tamun.

Security forces eliminate terror cell planning attack

Indictment: Arab-Israeli planned to kidnap IDF soldier

State Prosecutor's Office files indictment against 22-year-old resident of Tayibe, who planned to kidnap an IDF soldier for the purpose of forcing Israel to end the war against Hamas in Gaza.

Indictment: Arab-Israeli planned to kidnap IDF soldier

In response to 'Palestinian state':

Security officials recommend sanctions on Palestinian Authority leaders

Security officials recommend responding to recognition of 'Palestine' by sanctioning Palestinian Authority leaders, revoking privileges granted to them until now.

Security officials recommend sanctions on Palestinian Authority leaders

Arab ordered to pay 17,000 ILS for attacking Jew in Jerusalem

The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court ordered an Arab assailant to pay compensation to a Jewish victim. He was also convicted and served three months in prison.

Arab ordered to pay 17,000 ILS for attacking Jew in Jerusalem

Man killed after entering train tracks at Holon station

Man in his 50s enters train tracks at Holon train station, is struck by passing train.

Man killed after entering train tracks at Holon station

Rare Discovery:

Rare Discovery: Treasure trove of golden artifacts 1400 years old unearthed

Researchers from the University of Haifa discovered a buried gold hoard at Sussita National Park that includes 97 pure gold coins and a particularly rare coin dated to 610 CE.

Rare Discovery: Treasure trove of golden artifacts 1400 years old unearthed

Syracuse U:

Syracuse U: Hate crime charges after pork thrown into Jewish frat on Rosh Hashanah

Two Syracuse students face hate crime charges after throwing pork into a Jewish frat house during Rosh Hashanah. Officials condemn the act as abhorrent and promise disciplinary action.

Syracuse U: Hate crime charges after pork thrown into Jewish frat on Rosh Hashanah

UN General Assembly

Trump demands UN probe over ‘triple sabotage’ during General Assembly visit

President Trump demands a UN investigation after claiming “triple sabotage” during his speech - citing a stopped escalator, failed teleprompter, and audio issues. The White House backs the call for a probe.

Trump demands UN probe over ‘triple sabotage’ during General Assembly visit

Gantz:

Gantz: Unilateral Palestinian statehood is a reward for terror

In an op-ed for the New York Times, former Defense Minister Benny Gantz warns that Western recognition of Palestinian statehood rewards terror and defies Israel’s bipartisan security consensus.

Gantz: Unilateral Palestinian statehood is a reward for terror

Second case in two days

Second case in two days: One-year-old dies of measles

In the fourth such case since the illness broke out earlier this year, the infant suffered secondary illnesses caused by the measles, causing her systems to fail.

Second case in two days: One-year-old dies of measles

October 7th drama series to reach millions of viewers worldwide

RED ALERT, a four-part scripted series depicting the 2023 massacre in Israel, will premiere globally on Paramount+ on October 7, two years to the day of the attack.

October 7th drama series to reach millions of viewers worldwide