Nitsan Keidar

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kosher meal labeled 'Free Palestine' on Iberia flight

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'UN lies, fabricates excuses about why it doesn't deliver aid'

Prime Minister after visiting the Ramon Air Force Base: "The UN is fabricating excuses and lies about the State of Israel - there are secure routes for humanitarian aid."

Amid clashes:

Israel warns travelers to avoid Thailand-Cambodia border amid clashes

Following renewed military tensions, Israel's Foreign Ministry advises avoiding border areas, as Thailand begins evacuations and border crossings remain closed.

Iranian President admits: 'Israel dealt powerful blows to Iran'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tells Al Jazeera Israel struck Iran hard, promising Iran will continue uranium enrichment despite diplomatic overtures.

Defense Minister:

Defense Minister: We are at the closest point to achieving the war’s objectives

Defense Minister Israel Katz leads a multi-front security assessment, signals the potential renewal of military action against Iran.

'Spreads lies about Israel'

Israel revokes residency permit from senior UN official

OCHA Israel office chief Jonathan Whittall's residency permit will not be renewed for what Foreign Minister Sa'ar called 'biased and hostile conduct against Israel.'

Kherson rabbi's miracle

The miracle of the rabbi of Kherson: Vehicle hit by drone, family emerges unscathed

Vehicle of Kherson’s rabbi struck by Russian drone during drive. Despite heavy damage to the car, the family escapes unharmed.

Report: This is how Iran bypassed Israel's air defense systems

Wall Street Journal report reveals how Iran adapted its missile tactics during Operation Rising Lion, exploiting gaps in Israel’s air defense systems to increase their effectiveness.

Major diplomatic victory for Israel as anti-Israel initiative thwarted in Europe

Israel has successfully blocked efforts by several European countries to impose sanctions and harm EU agreements, with Foreign Minister Gidon Saar leading intense diplomatic efforts.

BBC apologizes for bias against Israel - again

BBC admitted a journalistic failure in its investigation into the lives of children in Gaza.

'All Jews should die'

'All Jews should die': Elmo’s account posts antisemitic content

Elmo's X account hacked, posting violent antisemitic messages calling for the extermination of Jews; Sesame Workshop confirms account was compromised, quickly removing the posts.

UK:

UK report paints troubling picture of spread of antisemitism

Report underscores inconsistent law enforcement regarding hate crimes against Jews, failure to recognize antisemitism as a form of racism, leading to insufficiently firm responses.

Report:

Report: National Security Advisor Hanegbi met with Syrian President

According to Syrian media, President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Bypassing PA:

Hebron sheikhs propose independent emirate, seek ties with Israel and Abraham Accords

Five Hebron sheikhs approached Israeli Minister Nir Barkat with a plan to establish an independent emirate, pledging zero tolerance for terrorism and calling for mutual recognition between Israel and the proposed Hebron Emirate.

Lapid to Sky News Arabia:

Lapid to Sky News Arabia: If I were Prime Minister, October 7 would not have happened

Opposition leader Yair Lapid claims that if he had continued to serve as Prime Minister, Hamas would not have carried out the October 7 massacre. "During my tenure, the border was quiet."

Report:

Report: Hamas agreed to proposed hostage deal

Media outlets in Gaza report that Hamas has conveyed a positive response to Qatar regarding the proposed ceasefire and hostage release deal. Hamas: We are holding consultations.

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

The US believes its recent airstrikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, Pentagon spokesman says, adding key nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were “completely obliterated.”

Wave of arrests among Iranian Jews - despite loyalty to regime

Reports from Iran indicate a severe wave of persecution against Jews in Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan, amid suspicions of ties with Israel.

Amb. Leiter to Iranian exiles:

Amb. Leiter to Iranian exiles: We hope regime will change, it's not a military goal

At town hall with Iranian exiles, Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter defends Israel’s decision not to topple the Tehran regime, says democracy must reflect the will of the people. 'We’ve set the stage, now it’s up to them to bring change.'

Danon at UN Security Council:

Danon at UN Security Council: When time ran out, America showed courage

Israel’s UN Ambassador praises the US for "removing the greatest existential threat" to global security after strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. The US and Israel defend the action as self-defense, while Iran condemns it as a violation of international law.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'We control the skies over Tehran, striking the regime hard'

PM addresses public on the 6th day of Operation Rising Lion, says Israel is eliminating 2 threats in Iran, the nuclear threat and the ballistic missile threat,

'Reward for terrorism'

'Reward for terrorism': UN General Assembly approves anti-Israel resolution

UN General Assembly passes a Gaza ceasefire resolution, omitting demands for hostage release and condemnation of Hamas. Israel's Ambassador Danon calls it a "grave abandonment" and "reward for terrorism".

Canada extradites terrorist who planned shooting at Chabad

A young Pakistani residing in Canada and suspected of planning a mass attack on the Chabad Center in New York has been extradited to the US.

Netanyahu to hostages' families:

Netanyahu to hostages' families: 'Israel accepts Witkoff's new proposal'

PM says Israel agrees to US-backed deal but vows to keep fighting until all hostages return and Hamas is destroyed.

PM's spokesperson:

PM's spokesperson: 'Israel is not funding the humanitarian aid in Gaza'

Spokesperson for Prime Minister Netanyahu rejects claim by Opposition Leader Yair Lapid that Israel is secretly paying for the humanitarian aid that is entering Gaza.

Israeli Ambassador to US summoned to Foreign Ministry disciplinary hearing

Ambassador Yechiel Leiter summoned by Foreign Ministry Director Eden Bar-Tal after US interview slamming Israeli opposition and defending Netanyahu.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

Prime Minister Netanyahu: Maj. Gen. David Zini to be nominated to be Shin Bet Chief

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he has decided to nominate Maj. Gen David Zini as the next director of the Shin Bet, despite directive from A-G not to.

UK rebukes Israel over Gaza offensive, summons Ambassador Hotovely for dressing down

UK freezes talks on new free trade deal with Israel, summons Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely for a formal reprimand. Israel’s Foreign Ministry fires back with accusations of 'anti-Israel obsession and political games.'

Diplomatic incident:

Diplomatic incident: Spanish Prime Minister attacks Israel, ambassador to be reprimanded

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez calls Israel a "genocidal state" during a parliamentary debate. The country's ambassador to Israel has been summoned for a reprimand.