Infant dies in hospital following circumcision
Week-old infant evacuated in critical condition, dies in hospital; police investigating.
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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.
Jerusalem Kabbalist hospitalized in serious condition
Rabbi Rahamim Atiya, 94, hospitalized in Jerusalem in serious condition after losing consciousness.
Jerusalem: Three arrested in anti-government protests
Leftist protesters clash with police at Paris Square in Jerusalem, three detained for questioning.
IDF strikes over 70 Hezbollah sites in 24 hours
IDF eliminates terrorists, targets more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon, including launchers and operational structures.
IDF preparing to halt ground maneuver in Lebanon
IDF preparing for possibility political echelon will order halt to ground advances in southern Lebanon due to pressure not to jeopardize US-Iran deal.
Maps found in Hezbollah tunnels reveal threat to Israeli towns
IDF continues neutralizing Hezbollah's IRGC-funded tunnel network, discovers maps showing revealing threat posed to northern Israel.
Watch: Seven terrorists spotted - and eliminated
IDF forces identify two terror cells operating out of an underground terror tunnel in southern Lebanon.
Pakistani PM: 'Technical talks' to follow electronic deal signing
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says deal with US to be electronically signed within 24 hours, thanks Iran, US, and Qatar.
Trump confirms: Agreement with Iran to be signed Sunday
US President Donald Trump says enriched uranium will be diluted and destroyed, agreement with Iran to be signed on Sunday.
Ireland-Israel soccer match relocated to neutral site
Ireland’s soccer association announces Ireland's home Nations League match against Israel is moved to a closed-doors neutral venue overseas, following intense public pressure and safety concerns in Dublin.
As US-Iran talks conclude
Report: UAE unlocks up to $20B for Tehran as US-Iran talks enter final stage
Reuters reports that the UAE has agreed to release up to $20 billion to Iran to halt drone attacks, aligning with final US-Tehran peace talks. UAE denies the report.
'We hold the upper hand'
'We hold the upper hand': Araghchi details phased peace deal with US
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi outlines the two-stage US peace pact, demanding an explicit Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon and vowing not to leave Hezbollah alone.
Fear of casualties
Report: Trump paused 'extreme risk' commando raid inside Iran over fear of high casualties
CNN reports a high-risk US operation to send ground troops into Iran to seize its atomic stockpile was being planned, before Trump paused the operation.
One dead, 11 casualties reported after Texas shooting
A shooter is dead after a gun rampage in Midland, Texas, leaves one person dead and ten others injured.
US official:
US official: Iran deal '85% there,' we believe Israel will come around
A US official says an Iran deal is 85% done, trading economic relief for nuclear dismantling, but stresses it is contingent on Iran delivering.
Senator Lindsay Graham:
Senator Lindsay Graham: 'Agreement with Iran is dangerous'
Senator Lindsey Graham welcomed President Trump’s remarks that the reports coming out of Iran are “false," and warned that any agreement that includes uranium enrichment would be a “very bad idea."
IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon
IDF says it carried out precise airstrikes, dismantling five rocket launchers used in attacks on IDF troops, along with a vehicle-mounted launcher, a command center, and operatives near Israeli forces.
IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad and Hamas commanders in precise Gaza strike
The IDF says it killed three militant commanders in Gaza who were allegedly planning imminent attacks on Israeli forces, using a targeted strike with precautions to reduce civilian harm.
Trump blasts Iran over leaked terms, warns regime to 'get its act together'
Pres. Donald Trump sharply criticizes Iran, insisting terms reported in media not part of written agreement, says Tehran cannot be trusted and issues stern warning following an alleged drone attack against Indian vessels leaving the Strait of Hormuz.
Ben Gurion Airport warns of possible summer flight cancellations
Airports Authority CEO Sharon Kedmi warns that summer and High Holiday flight cancellations may be unavoidable unless US cargo aircraft vacate parking stands at Ben Gurion Airport.
IDF destroys Hamas weapons depots in central Gaza overnight
The IDF said it destroyed three Hamas weapons depots in central Gaza overnight, removing a threat to troops operating in the area and to Israeli civilians.
Sinwar’s handwritten October 7 attack plans displayed in new intelligence exhibition
New exhibition showcases Yahya Sinwar’s handwritten plans for October 7 attack, featuring operational plans, weapons and vehicles used in the massacre, and findings linking Hamas operatives to various civilian institutions.
Massive weapons smuggling attempt foiled
Suspect apprehended, smuggling attempt involving dozens of weapons thwarted, in joint IDF and police operation in the Jordan Valley area.
Artist David Hockney dead at 88
British artist David Hockney, celebrated for his vibrant colors and innovative perspectives, passes away at 88, leaving lasting impact on modern art worldwide.
More details emerge as Iran-US deal nears
Iran-US deal reportedly includes permanent ceasefire, withdrawal of US forces stationed near Iran, and a complete halt to Israel's anti-terror operations in Lebanon and withdrawal of IDF forces from the area.
Hundreds arrive to protest - and discover mistake
Investigation underway after hundreds of haredim arrive at police checkpoint to protest arrest and disturb public order, due to error.
IDF striking terrorists across multiple fronts
In a week of intense operations, IDF hits 310 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminates top Gaza terrorists, and arrests over 50 suspects in Judea and Samaria.
Senior Hamas figure released from detention
Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a prominent Hamas terrorist in Judea and Samaria, is released from administrative detention after over two years, to return to Ramallah.
First time in decades:
IDF founds outposts on Jordanian border - for the first time in decades
Over the past year, a number of security settlements have been set up on the other side of the Jordanian border, for the first time since the era of the Nahal settlements.
Report: Iran memorandum includes framework for enriched uranium
Agreement between US and Iran includes free passage through Strait of Hormuz; Iranian nuclear program to be discussed later, report says.
Likud hits lowest poll result since 2025
New poll shows Likud dropping three seats, as coalition parties' total seats remain stable.
Two ISIS terrorists eliminated in Iraq airstrikes
Two ISIS terrorists, including a local commander, eliminated by Iraqi F-16 airstrikes.
At ZOA's Washington mission
Congressional leaders lambast Iran and antisemitism at ZOA's Washington mission
ZOA brings nearly 200 Jewish leaders to Washington to press Congress for stronger action against rising antisemitism, support for Judea and Samaria, and a tougher response to threats from Iran.
Abuse of Jewish students
DOJ expands Harvard civil rights lawsuit, citing abuse of Jewish students
Department of Justice expands its lawsuit against Harvard, adding new claims of bias against Jewish students.
Toronto:
Iranian-backed terror network linked to fatal shooting of Toronto police officer
Toronto police officer killed in a raid tied to an Iranian IRGC-backed attack on a US consulate.
Report:
Report: US was three hours from striking Iran before Trump called it off
NBC News reports that the US military was three hours from striking Iran when President Trump called off the mission, announcing an impending deal.
Report:
Report: Turkey urges Syrian President not to join Israel in weakening Hezbollah
Turkey is urging Syria's leader not to fight Hezbollah, defying Trump's plans to enlist him, according to Kan 11 News.
'We have two disaster zones'
'We have two disaster zones': Tension at the leadership of Bennett’s campaign
Channel 13 News report reveals internal friction within Naftali Bennett’s Together party, fueled by a slump in the polls and clashes among senior campaign officials.
Ceasefire, sanctions review
60-day ceasefire and sanctions review: What’s inside the developing US-Iran pact
According to Al Arabiya, the US-Iran framework includes a 60-day ceasefire, oil exports, and reopening the Hormuz strait. Iran: The MoU is nearly finalized but not yet complete.
