Netanyahu receives a singing and dancing welcome at Sderot Hesder Yeshiva, then surprises students by revealing Rabbi David Fendel’s birthday.
Following soldiers’ complaints to Arutz Sheva, the IDF confirms: There was no operational reason to hold the training exercise on Shabbat, and it infringed on the soldiers’ religious way of life.
A reservist who was documented praying at the tomb of Eleazar son of Aaron in Area B will be investigated and disciplined.
Since the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, troops have disabled more than 26 kilometers of underground terror tunnels east of the Yellow Line.
Prosecutors say suspect studied weapons, missile and drone production, and military tactics while preparing to join ISIS in Syria or Africa.
Police and Shin Bet intensify their search for suspects in the Qusra clashes, seizing vehicles as two are arrested for disrupting an operation.
Amcha Yisrael candidate responded to the claim that he wants to change “Hatikva," clarifying that this is simply his personal way of singing the national anthem.
A Chabad effort in Yiwu, Zhejiang, China, led by Rabbi Shalom Weisfish, is working to build the first mikvah in Zhejiang. Donations are being sought for the project during Elul.
Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber appealed to the IDF Chief of Staff and Defense Minister to cancel the proceedings against Givati soldiers: “What happened to the rights of the religious soldier?"
Hungarian authorities redirected a planned anti-Israel demonstration away from the entrance to Budapest’s Cholent Festival following concerns over a targeted provocation against local Jews.
Unlike his predecessor Eric Adams, who was mayor during the Spring 2024 semester of encampments (the most confrontational semester in decades), Mamdani is on the side of the Student Intifada. Opinion.
The Jewish community and its allies need to adopt a comprehensive 360° strategy to confront the challenges of modern Jew Hatred. Opinion.
Tehran escalates threats after US strikes, demanding compensation for passage through the Strait of Hormuz as IRGC reports attacks on US assets across region.
Rabbi Dov Lando says the haredi Torah world faces growing persecution and stresses that Degel Hatorah does not depend on any prime minister.
Wokes are only pretending to turn the page. They are no more mature and no less cruel than their old counterparts. Opinion.
Senior Lithuanian haredi rabbis back 'Prison 1,000' fund designed to reward draft evaders for each day spent behind bars.
New urban renewal project promises modern high-rises, community facilities and a major expansion of Maaleh Adumim's longstanding Anglo community.
Bus overturns on Egypt's Dahab-Nuweiba road, killing at least 16 and injuring 26.
Defense Minister Israel Katz says mounting pressure on Tehran could trigger direct confrontation, stressing Israel is prepared for defense and attack in coordination with US.
Minister Bezalel Smotrich claims brigade commanders wanted to close the case, but says the IDF Chief of Staff demanded severe punishment for the soldiers.
Six haredi men caught trying to leave Israel at Ben Gurion Airport; dozens more headed for Uman stopped over active exit bans.
Former minister Ron Dermer praises JD Vance’s role in Israel’s war with Iran as the vice president faces growing criticism from pro-Israel groups.
Talal Badawi advanced attacks against troops, Israeli civilians, while working to rebuild Hamas capabilities in violation of the ceasefire, IDF reveals.
Otzma Yehudit warns that delays could kill the deal as Ben Gvir demands immediate action on Tali Gottliv’s possible move to his party.
Suspect accused of injecting sedatives into fruit purées intended for babies is a 40-year-old resident of southern Israel; court extends detention until Sunday.
Hadassah doctors save two newborns in critical condition - one suffering brain-threatening complications after a home birth, the other massive bleeding after not receiving vitamin K.
Calls to Israel Police from Palestinian SIM cards routed to Palestinian Authority police; experts warn unauthorized network could pose serious security threat.
The prime minister met with rabbis and leading figures in Religious Zionist communities to demand action from the smaller parties in the demographic.
IDF downs one of two explosive drones targeting soldiers before striking Hezbollah terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.
'Amcha Yisrael' head Ofer Winter rejects proposal offering him second place on a Smotrich-Feiglin slate and spots for his allies in Likud: ‘Israel demands something new.’
Unlike Dana Nessel, most Jews still consider the existence of the Jewish people, and the Jewish state, to be a Jewish value. They’re proud to be Jews-and they’re equally proud of the role Jews have played in human history. Opinion.
As hostility and anti-Israel sentiment intensify, Cape Town’s Jewish community responds by expanding Jewish life with a new Torah study initiative for seniors.
Is Europe so shortsighted that it does not realize that Islamic mega-gifts have strings attached? Or does it simply not care? Opinion.
Apple Maps has renamed Lake Ontario “Lake America" for US users, following Trump’s order, while Canadians will continue to see the lake’s original name.
Leket Israel Founder and Chairman Joseph Gitler discusses rescuing surplus food, supporting Israeli farmers and expanding food assistance ahead of Rosh Hashanah, with a goal of distributing more than 700,000 meals to people in need.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US will “economically asphyxiate" Iran by targeting IRGC assets until Tehran agrees to a peace deal.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar warns Britain of retaliation if London imposes sanctions over Israeli construction plans in the E1 area.
At a rally for his new party, Ofer Winter tells activists, “Don’t be swayed by the pressure. We represent the true voice of the Israeli people and will sit with Netanyahu."
Sirens sound in the Galilee panhandle for the first time in months following suspected drone infiltration. The IDF launches interceptors at a suspicious target. No injuries reported.
Netanyahu and Herzog meet Congo President Tshisekedi as Israel and the DRC agree to strengthen economic, security and diplomatic ties.
President Trump rejects reports he is forcing Iran back to talks, saying he prefers the US position: Their economy is totally collapsing.
A Financial Times report says Russia secretly helped Iran develop advanced missiles designed to strike US Navy aircraft carriers in the Middle East.
A Utah judge rules Tyler Robinson will stand trial for aggravated murder in Charlie Kirk's 2025 shooting, a charge that could bring the death penalty.
The IAEA says a Syrian site bombed by Israel in 2007 held infrastructure consistent with a nuclear reactor and that Assad-era authorities failed to declare nuclear activities.
A new EU initiative calls for changing foreign policy decision-making, replacing unanimity with qualified-majority voting.
Iran launches ballistic missiles toward US bases in Jordan after American strikes on Iran.
The Tanya compacts four millennia of Jewish wisdom to answer the great personal and existential questions of life. It has revolutionized the way we think about G -d the human soul, the world and our place in it.
The Prime Minister responds to criticism of his wife’s comments: “There was a major failure on October 7, but not a betrayal. My wife did not say that either."
A haredi commander serving in a classified technological unit in the IDF resigned following a direct instruction he received from a Shas Council of Torah Sages member.
Sara Netanyahu’s attorney sent a warning letter to Yair Golan in response to his demand for an apology. The letter claims that it was Golan who defamed her over the years.
Rabbi Shlomo Aviner rejects the idea of voting for Ofer Winter’s party, over Yoseph Haddad’s No. 2 placement.
Al Jazeera publishes footage showing the moments when Hamas’s internal security commander was shot, seconds before his capture.
In a joint IDF-Shin Bet operation, a terrorist working to reestablish the organization in northern Gaza was arrested and taken to Israel for questioning.
US President comments on US strikes in Iran, warns Iran not to further escalate the conflict.
A Tzohar poll finds 72.5% of Israelis prefer to maintain the current level of Jewish, traditional and heritage studies or expand them, compared with just 18.1% who favor reducing them.
Religious Zionist Party chairman Bezalel Smotrich and Zehut leader Moshe Feiglin announced they will run together on a joint list, with Feiglin slated to take the second spot.
The US has reportedly begun launching airstrikes in Iran.
ISA special forces entered a structure in the Gaza City area and apprehended the head of Hamas’ Internal Security in the Gaza Strip.
CNN analyst Scott Jennings, a staunch Israel supporter and honored by the Israel Justice Organization, warns Judeo-Christian tradition is under attack in US, called for its restoration to help put America back on course.
Brazil’s elections will fall on Simchat Torah this year, with polls set to close at 5 pm, before the holiday ends. A petition signed by thousands seeks to extend voting until 8 pm near Jewish communities.
