Nitsan Keidar

Nitsan Keidar

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Irish Ambassador to Israel attacks, Sa'ar responds accordingly

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar confronts Irish ambassador to Israel and sharply criticized her country’s handling of antisemitic incidents.

Irish Ambassador to Israel attacks, Sa'ar responds accordingly

Capitol precedent:

Capitol precedent: Bill proposing sanctions on Israel advanced in Congress

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib and 22 Democratic lawmakers submit a proposal calling for a halt to security assistance and for economic and diplomatic sanctions against Israel.

Capitol precedent: Bill proposing sanctions on Israel advanced in Congress

Pro-Palestinian pressure:

Following pro-Palestinian pressure, Polish city severs ties with Ashkelon

The city of Sopot in Poland, which has been twin cities with Ashkelon for 30 years, has decided to sever ties with its Israeli partner in light of the situation in Gaza.

Following pro-Palestinian pressure, Polish city severs ties with Ashkelon

Danon to PA representative: You will not be in Gaza

In a special Security Council meeting, Israel's ambassador to the UN attacked the Palestinian Authority, claiming that it is not preventing the establishment of terrorism.

Danon to PA representative: You will not be in Gaza

'Ready for any scenario'

'Ready for any scenario': Military exercise following the lessons learned from October 7th

After intense fighting in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria, the Paratrooper Brigade enters a comprehensive training period in Judea and Samaria, 'We have moved from a reactive army to a proactive and offensive army,' says Brigade Commander, Captain Y.

'Ready for any scenario': Military exercise following the lessons learned from October 7th

Reprimand issued to Norwegian Ambassador in Israel

At the instruction of the Foreign Minister, Norway’s ambassador to Israel is summoned for a sharp reprimand following his Prime Minister’s participation in an anti-Israel event.

Reprimand issued to Norwegian Ambassador in Israel

Will Trump sue the BBC for $1 billion?

Reports from the US state that President Trump threatened to sue BBC for $1 billion after it edited a video of him making it look like he supported the Jan. 6 riots.

Will Trump sue the BBC for $1 billion?

ADL's Israel Director:

ADL's Israel Director: After elections Jews are less safe in NYC

Carole Nuriel, Director of the Anti‑Defamation League’s Israel office talks about the monitoring mechanism established to ensure that Mayor Mamdani does not harm any Jew.

ADL's Israel Director: After elections Jews are less safe in NYC

12 dead

New: Chilling footage of Kentucky plane crash

New footage of UPS plane crash in Kentucky reveals moment when plane crashed near industrial building, shows people running to escape the scene.

New: Chilling footage of Kentucky plane crash

Chain of miracles for Kherson Rabbi

Rabbi Yosef Yitzhak Wolf, the Chabad emissary in Kherson, Ukraine, speaks to Aruzt Sheva about his surreal wartime routine and the chain of miracles he has experienced.

Chain of miracles for Kherson Rabbi

Sa'ar presents Hamas's deception to Romanian leader

In a meeting in Bucharest, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar presents the Romanian Prime Minister with footage exposing Hamas’s tactics. “There are still 13 deceased hostages they refuse to return.”

Sa'ar presents Hamas's deception to Romanian leader

Sa'ar to Hungarian President:

Sa'ar to Hungarian President: Hamas is delaying the return of the hostages

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar meets Hungary’s president and criticizes the Palestinian Authority: “It must stop paying salaries to terrorists and implement genuine reforms.”

Sa'ar to Hungarian President: Hamas is delaying the return of the hostages

German TV network admits to working with Hamas terrorists

The German ZDF network published a clarification stating that the employee of a production company that it works with, who was killed in an IDF strike, was indeed a Hamas terrorist.

German TV network admits to working with Hamas terrorists

Netanyahu dismisses National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi

Tzachi Hanegbi announces he is stepping down following the Prime Minister’s intention to replace him, and calls for an investigation into the failures of October 7.

Netanyahu dismisses National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi

Government approves: Israel to open embassy in Estonia

Israeli government approves appointment of Amit Gil-Beiz as Israeli Ambassador to Estonia, opening of embassy in capital Tallinn.

Government approves: Israel to open embassy in Estonia

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Tomorrow the hostages will return home, this is a historic time'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a statement to the press ahead of the return of the hostages to Israel, warning that there were still many challenges ahead.

Netanyahu: 'Tomorrow the hostages will return home, this is a historic time'

On Yom Kippur eve:

On Yom Kippur eve: Israeli Ambassador prays for hostages at UN General Assembly

For the first time in history: On the eve of Yom Kippur, Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon prayed for hostages' release at the UN General Assembly. Watch.

On Yom Kippur eve: Israeli Ambassador prays for hostages at UN General Assembly

Ambassador Danny Danon:

Ambassador Danny Danon: 'Jerusalem is waiting for Mike Waltz'

At a meeting with the new US ambassador to the UN, Danon stressed the close cooperation between Israel and the United States on the international stage and invited him to visit Israel.

Ambassador Danny Danon: 'Jerusalem is waiting for Mike Waltz'

Disclosed:

Disclosed: Palestinian move planned during Prime Minister's speech

Palestinian delegation appeals to countries at UN, asking them to boycott PM Netanyahu's speech. Ambassador Danon: 'Israel's voice will be heard loudly and clearly at the UN, we will not allow supporters of terror to hide the truth.'

Disclosed: Palestinian move planned during Prime Minister's speech

Charlie Kirk murder suspect confessed on Discord

Lance Twigs, accomplice of the suspect Taylor Robinson, revealed messages in which Robinson admits to the murder of pro‑Israel right‑wing activist Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk murder suspect confessed on Discord

European paradox:

European paradox: 'Silent majority supports Israel; leaders are hostile'

Dr. Emmanuel Navon discusses rising hostility toward Israel in France and Spain, saying that most European countries have a silent majority that supports Israel, because they understand that Israel’s struggle is also their struggle.

European paradox: 'Silent majority supports Israel; leaders are hostile'

Pres. Herzog:

Pres. Herzog: Recognizing Palestinian state will not free a single hostage

President Isaac Herzog speaks at Chatham House, emphasizing that 'unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state will not free one hostage, will not feed one Palestinian, and will only embolden Hamas and reward terror.'

Pres. Herzog: Recognizing Palestinian state will not free a single hostage

During siren in Odessa:

German MP flees to shelter with Jewish orphans in Odessa

German lawmaker Kathrin Göring-Eckardt sheltered with children at Odessa’s Jewish orphanage during a siren, praising their resilience and urging international efforts for peace in Ukraine.

German MP flees to shelter with Jewish orphans in Odessa

Fiji to open embassy in Jerusalem

Fiji will inaugurate its first embassy in Jerusalem in two weeks, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka attending the ceremony.

Fiji to open embassy in Jerusalem

Israel clinches EuroBasket spot after thrilling win over Belgium

Israel’s basketball team advances to EuroBasket’s final 16 after a 92-89 win over Belgium, led by Deni Avdija and Roman Sorkin. It's Israel’s first time past the group stage in over a decade.

Israel clinches EuroBasket spot after thrilling win over Belgium

Following recent eliminations:

Following recent eliminations: Government and Cabinet meetings held in secured location

Due to the recent assassinations in Gaza and Yemen, ministers were informed that government and cabinet meetings scheduled for today will take place in a secured location.

Following recent eliminations: Government and Cabinet meetings held in secured location

Ram Battalion Commander:

Ram Battalion Commander: 'Unprecedented freedom of action in Judea and Samaria'

The commander of the raid on a Hamas currency exchange told Arutz Sheva about his personal stake in the operation.

Ram Battalion Commander: 'Unprecedented freedom of action in Judea and Samaria'

IAF crew members on Yemen strike: 'A privilege to defend Israel'

IAF personnel describe the teamwork and preparation for the long-range strike on Houthi targets in Yemen, emphasizing 'Wherever the enemy runs, we'll get them.'

IAF crew members on Yemen strike: 'A privilege to defend Israel'

Gideon Sa'ar: Europe must choose - Israel or Hamas

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar sends message to Europe, warning, 'Every action against Israel directly serves the jihadist axis in the Middle East.'

Gideon Sa'ar: Europe must choose - Israel or Hamas

Netanyahu’s request:

Netanyahu’s request: Shorten the timeline for conquering Gaza

The Prime Minister’s Office confirms that Netanyahu is seeking to accelerate the timeline for seizing control of Gaza’s remaining terrorist strongholds and defeating Hamas.

Netanyahu’s request: Shorten the timeline for conquering Gaza

Serious incident in Hungary:

Serious incident in Hungary: Polish hooligans attack bus carrying Israeli fans

Maccabi Haifa fans were attacked with rocks in Hungary after a banner exchange during a match sparked outrage; Polish officials condemned the Israeli fans' response.

Serious incident in Hungary: Polish hooligans attack bus carrying Israeli fans

New study:

New study: Hamas timed October 7 massacre for peak internal crisis in Israel

Newly-revealed Hamas intelligence report shows terror group viewed Israel’s political turmoil and reserve duty refusals as a decisive blow to IDF readiness, influencing Yahya Sinwar’s decision to strike on October 7.

New study: Hamas timed October 7 massacre for peak internal crisis in Israel

Heated cabinet meeting

Heated cabinet meeting | Netanyahu: Goal is to defeat Hamas, not perpetuate it

As the Security Cabinet debates a full Gaza takeover, Netanyahu vows to defeat Hamas, while IDF Chief Zamir warns the move could endanger hostages and troops alike.

Heated cabinet meeting | Netanyahu: Goal is to defeat Hamas, not perpetuate it

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: We intend to take control of all of Gaza to remove Hamas

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was interviewed this evening by Fox News and commented on the cabinet meeting and the decision expected to be made on the takeover of Gaza.

Netanyahu: We intend to take control of all of Gaza to remove Hamas

Kosher meal labeled 'Free Palestine' on Iberia flight

Jewish passengers in Argentina reported that their food trays included a pro-Palestinian message.

Kosher meal labeled 'Free Palestine' on Iberia flight

Foreign Ministry warns UNRWA still employing Hamas terrorists

Deputy Director-General of the Foreign Ministry Amir Weissbrod calls on world governments to stop funding UNRWA.

Foreign Ministry warns UNRWA still employing Hamas terrorists

Netanyahu to Red Cross

Netanyahu to Red Cross: 'Images of hostages reminiscent of Nazi crimes'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded that the Red Cross ensure that food is provided to the hostages in Gaza and that they receive immediate medical treatment.

Netanyahu to Red Cross: 'Images of hostages reminiscent of Nazi crimes'

Former NSC head:

Former NSC head: A difficult situation, but talks of a diplomatic disaster is exaggerated

'Recognition of Palestinian state does not signal diplomatic collapse,' says Meir Ben Shabbat, former National Security Council head.

Former NSC head: A difficult situation, but talks of a diplomatic disaster is exaggerated

Security tensions:

Security tensions: Embassy staff in UAE to return to Israel

National Security Council sharpens travel warning for the United Arab Emirates, prompting decision to recall most diplomats from the country.

Security tensions: Embassy staff in UAE to return to Israel

French dep amb summoned for reprimand after Palestine recognition

Minister Sa'ar orders French deputy ambassador to Israel Mikaël Griffon for reprimand after Emmanuel Macron announces France's recognition of 'Palestine.' 'Violating Israel's sovereignty & hypocrisy.'

French dep amb summoned for reprimand after Palestine recognition