Expected to face death penalty
Co-pilot planned to crash plane into Tel Aviv tower
Israeli Mossad agents and aviation experts have joined the UAE investigation into the alleged terror plot.
Israeli Mossad agents and aviation experts have joined the UAE investigation into the alleged terror plot.


The powerful impact caused significant damage to parts of the sukkah’s roof structure.

A suspect who stole a vehicle from Mevaseret Zion attempted to break through the Al-Jib crossing near Givat Ze’ev, was stopped by the security barriers, and was arrested after fleeing the scene on foot.

Kan News investigation reveals foreign-linked bot networks active on October 7, spreading anti-Israel narratives, returned, seeking to influence Israel’s political discourse ahead of the elections.
Terrorist organization behind the 9/11 attacks praises Omani hijacker, calls for others to hijack planes to attack the US and Israel.

At 102, Walter Bingham danced with a child nearly a century younger during Simchat Torah in Jerusalem, recalling a childhood when Nazi persecution forced Jewish celebrations underground.

The opposition leader attacked the government following the attempted hijacking, arguing that its senior officials are shirking responsibility.

Global life expectancy returns to 73.3 years, nearly back to pre-COVID levels, but healthy life expectancy still lags behind. WHO reveals sharp rise in dementia, depression and anxiety, and increasing dominance of chronic diseases.

Baby Rivka, 9 months old, is battling a serious blood disease. Her parents say they waited five years for their daughter and now need help paying for upcoming treatment. The appeal reports that $60,000 is still needed and urges people to donate and share.

Of the orphans, 345; more than 2,000 people in Israel have lost a brother or sister. 1,204 parents have lost their children.

Yoseph Haddad, No. 2 on Amcha Yisrael's party list, said five years ago that he supports a two-state solution and peace with 'our Palestinian brothers.' Haddad: 'Enough with the spins and lies.'

An internal National Security Council document reveals that the Transportation Ministry failed to fulfill its responsibilities despite warnings and strong opposition from professional officials.

Plane was trying to exercise its right of self-determination by creating facts on the ground. Satire.

Duncan McDonald was arrested after posting videos on social media showing guns, ammunition and tactical gear, while making threats to kill Jews.

Channel 13 report reveals footage from battles at Black Arrow and Mefalsim Junction, where dozens of terrorists fired at drivers and Nova survivors, and delayed arrival of rescue forces.

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates are investigating whether the suspected terrorist received assistance from a member of the crew.

The Defense Ministry and National Insurance Institute publish data on casualties and victims of the 'War of Redemption.'

An initial investigation found that the soldier and officer who were seriously and moderately wounded were struck by shrapnel from a grenade that exploded during operational activity.

Yeshiva students sing and pray at Sheba Medical Center; Rosh Yehudi organization holds 'second hakafot' in Tel Aviv. Watch.

Hapoel Tel Aviv blew a double-digit lead before a clutch three-pointer and missed free throws helped them block Ness Ziona 88-86 and reach the Winner Cup final.

Democrats chair Yair Golan's proposal to include Ra'am in future coalition sparks disagreement with Yisrael Beytenu chairman, who rules out joining Arab parties in government.

Survivors of the massacre at the Nova music festival on October 7 dance with their families at an event organized by the 'Kesher Yehudi' organization. Watch.

Three years after October 7, Avi Marciano releases a recording of his daughter Noa, who was murdered in Gaza, filmed after just four days of captivity.

Attendees sing and dance emotionally at site where hundreds of young people were murdered at a music festival during the October 7 massacre, exactly three years ago.

Four protesters detained in Samaria on suspicion of disturbing public order and entering a closed military zone have been transferred for a hearing on possible expulsion from Israel.

Pro-Palestinian students in London are planning a march in support of Palestinians specifically on October 7.

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion attends post-Simchat Torah 'second hakafot' at Machon Meir.

Misgav Regional Council warns residents to remain indoors during planned Arab demonstrations, at the expense of holiday celebrations.

Jewish groups hail California law making it the first state to list ‘Jewish’ as an ethnicity.

Yashar! chairman Gadi Eisenkot joins post-holiday celebrations at Orot Shaul Yeshiva, where Rabbi Tamir Granot honors the memory of their sons, both of whom fell during the war.

New details emerge about the Omani co-pilot accused of attacking the captain and trying to seize control of a Flydubai flight, including his past employment, alleged radicalization and social media activity.

Tehran’s maritime squeeze, Washington’s midterm political clock, and the rejection of Iran’s ceasefire offer have pushed the Strait of Hormuz to the brink. Navigating this standoff requires clear-eyed analysis of real operational limits, Arab diplomatic realities, and exact intelligence options. Opinion.

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar tells Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu how his Omani co-pilot prayed before launching a violent attack in the cockpit, leaving him barely able to see as the plane plunged.

Five killed in strike on Gaza City building as IDF targets Ali al-Amoudi, a senior Hamas terrorist who has risen to prominence since Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's elimination.

Ambassador Huckabee thanked Yaniv Hayoun, the Israeli plumber who helped to stabilize the Flydubai plane, and presented him with a signed cap from President Trump.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls Indian flydubai captain Smit Machchhar, praising him as 'hero to Israel, India, and the entire world,' and extending special Independence Day invitation.

Three years after she was kidnapped to Gaza during the October 7 massacre, former hostage Emily Damari shares disturbing photos from Shifa Hospital in Gaza, recalling her untreated wounds, terrifying captivity, and the miracle of her survival.

US President Donald Trump posted a video in which he praised Yaniv, the Israeli plumber who helped save the Flydubai plane.

Two Iranian nationals were arrested in the UK over an alleged plot to attack Manchester's Jewish community during Yom Kippur.

Dubai's Crown Prince visits injured flydubai captain in the hospital, praising his courage after he helped save 174 passengers.

IDF eliminates two senior Islamic Jihad terrorists near Gaza City, after they worked to rebuild the group's military capabilities in violation of the ceasefire.

Wishing a joyous Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah to all our readers. News coverage ends this evening, resumes Saturday evening.

US senators secure a vote on Trump’s proposed Saudi nuclear pact, with concerns over uranium enrichment and its potential impact on regional proliferation.

B’nai Brith Canada says neo-Nazi flyers were distributed around Belleville, including outside the synagogue targeted in a Yom Kippur shooting.

The Wall Street Journal reports that the Flydubai co-pilot who attacked his captain and sent an Israel-bound flight toward the ground had previously been barred from flying in Oman over radicalization concerns.

Maj. Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon says Israel could have ended the Gaza war earlier and brought hostages home, while calling for new, realistic leadership.

In a podcast interview, New York Mayor renews his call for the US to join the ICC and enforce its arrest warrants, including the warrant against Netanyahu: “He’s the architect of a horrific genocide."

Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei mocks Trump as the US weighs renewed strikes on Iran.

Sources tell Reuters that Saudi Arabia is preparing a possible offensive against Iran-backed Houthis, with plans ranging from a Bab el-Mandeb assault to a broader Yemen campaign.

The US imposes new sanctions on a Hamas military operative, France-based fundraisers and entities accused of moving more than $2 million to the terror group.

Australian aviation expert Byron Bailey cut off during an interview on News24 after pointing out a religious motive behind the Flydubai attack.

The prime minister said the investigation is examining whether the copilot, who he said underwent Islamist radicalization, acted on behalf of another party.

Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah about to begin in Israel. Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North America desk will update the site until they begin in New York.

Dr. Shota Musaev, who helped the pilot during the Flydubai incident, recited the traditional Hagomel blessing after being delivered from danger.

Israel’s Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter wrote an emotional message from the bedside of his critically wounded son, Neriyah, ahead of the Simchat Torah holiday.

The willingness, nay, the insistence on taking responsibility for oneself and for the Jewish People is the epitome of the Zionist dream. Opinion.

A man was recorded removing an Israeli flag that had been placed by Religious Zionist activists, laying it on the ground, and hanging in its place a sign against the 'government of failure.'

Arab rioters attacked a Jewish teen with stones on Thursday and tried to drag him into a house in the PA city of Yassuf.

Three years ago, on Simchat Torah, Jewish dances were violently interrupted by the savages of Hamas. Some of those who danced before October 7 will never dance with us again.

The rabid Jew-hater actually mixed up the words, “Muselmann" and "Muslim". Can she be the UN’s least literate antisemite? Opinion.

Rabbi Yossi Palai and fellow worshipers sounded trumpets during Friday morning prayers at Jericho’s ancient Shalom al Yisrael Synagogue.
