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Nationalist motive ruled out:

Murder of Olga and Ruslan Prikhodko solved: Indictment to be filed against Arab minor

Indictment to be filed against an Arab minor on charges of the murder of Olga and Ruslan Prikhodko. A nationalist motive was ruled out, and the incident is considered criminal in nature.

Murder of Olga and Ruslan Prikhodko solved: Indictment to be filed against Arab minor

Mark Levin:

Mark Levin: 'Israel deserves thanks, not criticism'

Mark Levin argued that Israel has gone from being a valued US ally against a shared enemy to facing criticism and restrictions on its ability to defend itself against Iran and Hezbollah.

Mark Levin: 'Israel deserves thanks, not criticism'

'Fulfilling my parents' dream'

'Fulfilling my parents' dream' |Dr. Rachel Kohn shares her Aliyah story

For Dr. Rachel and Shelly Kohn, making aliyah was not the culmination of a lifelong dream but rather a decision that felt both natural and timely.

'Fulfilling my parents' dream' |Dr. Rachel Kohn shares her Aliyah story

Finding of once in a lifetime:

Two rare marble statues from the Roman period revealed near Binyamina

Two statues depicting figures from the Greco-Roman world were discovered during excavations by the Israel Antiquities Authority.

Two rare marble statues from the Roman period revealed near Binyamina

Netanyahu to Trump:

Netanyahu to Trump: Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon

The prime minister received full backing in the cabinet for his position that Israel will not be bound by the Lebanese clause in any United States-Iran agreement.

Netanyahu to Trump: Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon

Documents reveal:

Leaked documents reveal: Hamas’s plan to sabotage Israel-Saudi normalization

Seized Hamas documents reveal that preparations for the deadly October 7 attacks were driven, in part, by a calculated effort to derail normalization talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

Leaked documents reveal: Hamas’s plan to sabotage Israel-Saudi normalization

'Completely not true'

'Completely not true': US rejects Iran's claim of getting billions before talks

Senior US official rejects claims that Iran will get access to $12 billion in frozen assets early, calling it "spin" and stating that no funds will be released before compliance.

'Completely not true': US rejects Iran's claim of getting billions before talks

US-Iran deal

European powers welcome US-Iran deal, demand swift reopening of Hormuz

The leaders of France, the UK, Germany, and Italy praise the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, offering a defensive naval mission to safely reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

European powers welcome US-Iran deal, demand swift reopening of Hormuz

'He should be very thankful'

'He should be very thankful': Trump slams 'difficult' Netanyahu following Iran deal

Speaking to The New York Times, President Trump defends his new Iran pact, claiming it saved Israel from obliteration.

'He should be very thankful': Trump slams 'difficult' Netanyahu following Iran deal

Iran report:

Iran report: These are the 14 clauses of the deal with the US

Iranian news agency outlines the clauses of the MoU with the US, including $24 billion unfrozen and a $300 billion reconstruction plan.

Iran report: These are the 14 clauses of the deal with the US

Signing scheduled Friday

Trump announces deal with Iran is complete, signing scheduled for Friday

Trump announces a US-Iran peace deal, after Pakistan's PM says the deal will be signed on Friday. The announcements come shortly after a conversation between Trump and Netanyahu.

Trump announces deal with Iran is complete, signing scheduled for Friday

Diaspora Minister lodges formal protest against sanctions

The Minister for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism wrote to the British foreign secretary following the decision to impose sanctions on Israeli individuals and organizations.

Diaspora Minister lodges formal protest against sanctions

Throughout the day:

Nine wounded in series of terror attacks across Judea and Samaria

Nine Israelis were injured in four separate attacks across Judea and Samaria, including a vehicle overturned by rocks thrown from a passing car.

Nine wounded in series of terror attacks across Judea and Samaria

12 presumed dead in plane crash in Missouri

The aircraft went down near Butler Memorial Airport along Interstate 49. Authorities have not yet commented on the cause of the crash.

12 presumed dead in plane crash in Missouri

Report:

Report: Trump offered Iran more concessions after Beirut strike

US President Donald Trump reportedly offered Iran additional concessions while urging Israel to avoid actions that could derail a deal.

Report: Trump offered Iran more concessions after Beirut strike

Firefighters battle brush fire in Bat Ayin

Numerous firefighting teams, with significant reinforcements from other stations, are operating in several sectors in Bat Ayin, trying to stop the fire from spreading to additional buildings and vehicles.

Firefighters battle brush fire in Bat Ayin

Israel fears Trump will try to tie its hands in Lebanon

President Trump proposed that Israel withdraw from southern Lebanon and the Syrian side of Mount Hermon, as part of ceasefire understandings with Iran.

Israel fears Trump will try to tie its hands in Lebanon

Trump rejects Israeli strike:

Trump rejects Israeli strike: 'Israel has the right to defend itself against threats, but'

President Donald Trump said Israel's Beirut strike should not have happened, urging all sides to avoid ruining a possible Iran deal.

Trump rejects Israeli strike: 'Israel has the right to defend itself against threats, but'

Somaliland President plants symbolic tree at Grove of Nations

The President of the Republic of Somaliland visited the Grove of Nations in Jerusalem today, where he planted an olive tree as a symbol of friendship and the strengthening ties between Somaliland and Israel.

Somaliland President plants symbolic tree at Grove of Nations

IDF confirms:

IDF confirms: Hezbollah commander behind attack on US troops eliminated

Ali Musa Daqduq, a senior Hezbollah commander wanted for the 2007 killing of US soldiers, was eliminated by the IDF, Israel says.

IDF confirms: Hezbollah commander behind attack on US troops eliminated

Haredi MK accuses army of 'unchecked hypocrisy'

UTJ MK Porush declared today: 'How can a state that declares 'it has no room in its prisons' for Palestinian terrorists find detention space to arrest yeshiva students?'

Haredi MK accuses army of 'unchecked hypocrisy'

Israel Dog Unit brings joy to special needs child in Samaria

The Israel Dog Unit fulfilled the dream of a child with special needs on Thursday in the Samaria region, at the request of the Kedumim Police Station.

Israel Dog Unit brings joy to special needs child in Samaria

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: 'We are prepared for fronts besides Lebanon'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir spoke with the Northern Command and stressed the need for offensive operations in Lebanon to wear down Hezbollah's southern front and improve future security arrangements.

Chief of Staff: 'We are prepared for fronts besides Lebanon'

'Great potential'

Herzog welcomes Somaliland President in historic Jerusalem visit

President Isaac Herzog welcomed Somaliland's president on the first-ever state visit, highlighting new diplomatic ties and regional cooperation.

Herzog welcomes Somaliland President in historic Jerusalem visit

Following drone attacks

Israel responds to drone attacks with strikes on Hezbollah Beirut stronghold

The IDF struck a Hezbollah terrorist command center in Beirut's Dahieh district in response to Hezbollah fire toward Israel.

Israel responds to drone attacks with strikes on Hezbollah Beirut stronghold

Arutz Sheva Conference

Clashes between Israel supporters and pro-Palestinians at Arutz Sheva Conference in London

Dozens of Israel supporters gathered near a pro-Palestinian demonstration outside the Arutz Sheva conference at the IMP real estate convention in London, while large police forces secured the area.

Clashes between Israel supporters and pro-Palestinians at Arutz Sheva Conference in London

8 hour release for his engagement:

Administrative detainee permitted to celebrate his engagement

Central Command chief approves administrative house-arrest detainee's attendance at his engagement celebration, after he requested a 24-hour leave but was granted eight hours only.

Administrative detainee permitted to celebrate his engagement

Indictment:

Neighbors thought it was a terrorist attack: The attack on Judge Sohlberg’s home

Four charged with rioting and two of them also with trespassing near home of Supreme Court Deputy President Noam Sohlberg over rulings on haredi conscription.

Neighbors thought it was a terrorist attack: The attack on Judge Sohlberg’s home

Without a license:

Without a license: Police chase ends in a vehicle overturning

Police in southern Israel chased a car driven by a 16-year-old without a driver’s license, but he lost control of the vehicle, which overturned on the side of the road.

Without a license: Police chase ends in a vehicle overturning

Senior Iranian leader blocks agreement

Ahmad Vahidi, commander of the Revolutionary Guards and a highly influential figure within the regime, led the decision to launch missiles at Israel and became a major obstacle to reaching an agreement with President Trump.

Senior Iranian leader blocks agreement

Watch:

Watch: Moving ceremony of the Hasmonean Brigade

The largest unit since the haredi brigade began operating took its oath of allegiance. Col. Shemer Raviv said: "Proof that it is possible to defend the people of Israel without giving up one's identity."

Watch: Moving ceremony of the Hasmonean Brigade

Steep decline in number of job seekers as 216,000 Israelis return to work

The Employment Service reports that approximately 216,000 Israelis have returned to work over the past two months, with the number of job seekers standing at only about 180,000 at the end of May.

Steep decline in number of job seekers as 216,000 Israelis return to work

New report:

New report: Fear of internal division outweighs concern over Iran

According to the annual report by the Jewish People Policy Institute, the majority of the Israeli public views domestic rifts as the primary threat facing the country.

New report: Fear of internal division outweighs concern over Iran

'Mazal Tov'

'Mazal Tov': Herzog wishes Trump a happy 80th birthday, praises leadership

President Isaac Herzog wishes US President a happy 80th birthday, praising his resolve, stance against Iran, and tireless efforts to secure the release of hostages.

'Mazal Tov': Herzog wishes Trump a happy 80th birthday, praises leadership

Hungary:

Hungary: Viktor Orban re-elected as Fidesz leader despite election defeat

Despite a major election defeat to the Tisza party and internal backlash, Viktor Orban is re-elected unopposed as leader of Hungary's opposition Fidesz party.

Hungary: Viktor Orban re-elected as Fidesz leader despite election defeat

Hardliners in Iran denounce US deal as 'dishonorable compromise'

Iranian hardliners launch fierce protests in Tehran and Mashhad against negotiators over the looming US deal, decrying the pact as an act of betrayal.

Hardliners in Iran denounce US deal as 'dishonorable compromise'

Brazil:

Rope-less bungee jumping ends in tragedy

Woman, 21, goes bungee jumping in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with tragic results.

Rope-less bungee jumping ends in tragedy

Major Iran banks targeted in cyberattacks

Four major Iranian banks suffer cyberattack, no data leaks reported.

Major Iran banks targeted in cyberattacks

Infant dies in hospital following circumcision

Week-old infant evacuated in critical condition, dies in hospital; police investigating.

Infant dies in hospital following circumcision

Fighter jets scrambled to Israeli flight over Hungary

Hungarian jets were launched after an Arkia Airbus A321 on the Tel Aviv-Prague route failed to establish contact with Hungarian air traffic control.

Fighter jets scrambled to Israeli flight over Hungary