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33-year-old reservist found dead

Nehorai Barazani, a 33-year-old IDF combat reservist who suffered from PTSD, was found dead at home. His family stresses that the cause of death was heart failure, not suicide.

Chief of Staff:

'Gaza's yellow line is the new border for offense and defense'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tours Gaza, promising IDF will not allow Hamas to re-establish itself. 'We have extensive operational control, we will remain on the defense lines.'

In the heart of Turkey:

Hamas's Iran-backed money flow exposed

Hundreds of documents show Hamas operating an Iran-backed currency network in Turkey, transferring millions through Gazan money changers for the terrorist group’s activities.

Miss Israel 2013 says Challah ritual inspired her to keep Shabbat

Miss Israel Titi Aynaw marked a Challah-separating ceremony with Rabbanit Yocheved Levin ahead of her expected delivery, saying the emotional evening led her to keep Shabbat for the first time.

Watch:

IDF destroys underground arms cache in Lebanon

IDF troops dismantled old Hezbollah underground infrastructure to prevent the terrorist organization from returning to use it.

Report:

White House seeking breakthrough on Israel-Egypt gas agreement

Washington seeks to advance regional diplomacy by urging progress on a major Israel-Egypt gas deal as a prerequisite for a potential leaders' summit.

ICUs overloaded

Infants on ventilators, ECMO as flu and measles hit hard

Hadassah and Rambam medical centers report an unusual overload in pediatric ICUs as influenza and measles surge, with several infants in critical condition requiring ventilators and ECMO support.

'I'm coming, thief!'

Captivity survivor's car broken into overnight

Ex-hostage Bar Kupershtein shared that his car had been broken into and his phone stolen, but noted that he was looking at the positive side.

PM urged to seek pardon for Israeli teen held in harsh conditions

Yedidya Epstein urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to request a pardon for his twin brother Nehemiah, who he says is suffering severe abuse in a German prison.

Rain expected throughout week, especially intense on Wednesday

From Wednesday to Friday, heavy rains of between 100 and 200 mm are expected in the lowlands, causing flooding. Snow will fall in the higher areas of Mount Hermon.

New Zealand:

Baby seal pays a surprise visit to a local pub

On a rainy evening, a young seal entered a pub near Richmond, in New Zealand, and hid under the dishwasher. Watch what finally convinced her to leave.

Netanyahu:

'I won't retire from politics in exchange for pardon'

In meeting with German chancellor, PM states: 'The first phase is almost complete, and we hope to soon move to the second phase, which is more difficult.'

UK:

Police clarify Jewish community did not back ban on Maccabi fans

West Midlands Police say a senior officer did not mean to imply Jewish community support for banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. ACC Mike O’Hara has apologised, and the force now says no Jewish representatives backed the move.

Jack Engelhard:

Taking out the garbage in Minnesota

Somalis out there in Minneapolis number at around 100,000, and do nothing “but complain", ssaid Trump. Seems like it may be murkier than that. Opinion.

Two-faced Ukraine

Ukraine compares itself to Israel, then votes against it at UN

Global solidarity? Kyiv cannot seek global compassion for its own suffering while consistently aligning with forces that undermine Israel’s right to defend itself. Opinion.

Cyprus and Israel:

Medical cooperation gives Linoy a new lease on life

After complex international cooperation resulted in an urgent liver transplant for 32-year-old Linoy Amsalem, who suffered from advanced cirrhosis, she hopes to fulfill her dream of becoming a mother.

Ran Gvili's sister

'I don't want to be the next Ron Arad family'

Shira Gvili called on decision-makers to keep their promise and return her brother - the last hostage still held in Gaza.

Gallant attacks:

The Likud has never been in such an un-Zionist position.

Former Defense Minister Yoav Galant says that Prime Minister Netanyahu's request for a pardon from the president is unnecessary and the lawsuit should be litigated in court.

Netanyahu’s testimony tomorrow canceled

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not testify tomorrow (Monday) in his trial after presenting the need to attend a diplomatic meeting, followed by a mandatory Knesset session

After yeshiva student arrested:

Peleg Yerushalmi threatens to block roads

Sources in the Peleg Yerushalmi sect announce that they intend to hold demonstrations and block roads in protest of the arrest of an 18-year-old yeshiva student on Friday.

Costa Rica to open diplomatic innovation office in Jerusalem

Israel and Costa Rica are expected to sign a free trade agreement soon, alongside additional cooperation in technology and economic development.

Tragedy in Beit Shemesh:

Nine-month-old baby did not wake up from his sleep

Rescue teams were called to a house in Ramat Beit Shemesh Gimmel following a report of an unconscious baby. After prolonged CPR, he was pronounced dead.

Convicted killer of Leiby Kletzky dies in New York State Prison

Levi Aron, serving 40 years to life for the 2011 murder of 8-year-old Leiby Kletzky, has died in state custody, New York officials confirmed.

Political source: Evacuating outposts not on the agenda

Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly instructed authorities to evacuate 14 illegal outposts defined as centers of “Jewish terror” and nationalist violence.

October 7th massacre:

Heroic battle of next Mossad head

Security cameras at the Shaar Negev intersection recorded the dramatic moments in which Roman Goffman, then commander of the National Center for Ground Training, joined the fight against the terrorists.

Efforts to release the last Jewish detainee in Tehran

Kamran Hekmati, a 70-year-old Jewish-American-Iranian, was arrested in Tehran during the war with Israel in June.

Israel believes terror groups know where Ran Gvili Is buried

Israel estimates that a new lead has been found that could lead to identifying the burial place of Gvili, the last remaining hostage in Gaza.

IAEA

Drone strike crippled Chernobyl anti-radiation shield

International Atomic Energy Agency warns that the large protective shield meant to contain radioactive materials at the Chernobyl nuclear reactor was compromised after a UAV strike.

Watch:

Jewish singers sing Chanuka songs using AI

Musician and creator Shai Barak presents a new AI music video ahead of Hanukkah starring the greatest singers of Jewish music - in a puppet version.

Calls, warnings, and failure

New details emerge from the October 7 investigation

Three consecutive late-night discussions among the IDF’s top brass examined indications of an imminent attack - but the directives that followed lacked any meaningful change to readiness.

Essentials of Judaism:

Milah: Defining ourselves

The brit is how we identify ourselves as Hashem’s people and is a symbol of our relationship with Him. And of what that signifies in our personal lives.

What’s in a Name:

Beyond Anti-Anti-Zionism and Anti-Antizionism

Exposing the ultimate and overarching goal of anti-Zionism is essential if we wish to discredit and defeat its proponents. Opinion.

The Regionalization of Ruin:

How Ankara and Riyadh are engineering Sudan’s collapse

Alternate title: Don't trust the Saudis and Turks as far as you can throw them. Opinion.

UN delegation urges Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire compliance

A UN Security Council delegation urges Israel and Hezbollah to uphold the 2024 ceasefire, backs Lebanon’s plan to disarm Hezbollah, while warning peacekeepers must not be targeted.

Turkish FM:

'Hamas ready to hand over Gaza if police force established'

Turkish FM Hakan Fidan warns stalling Trump’s Gaza plan would be a “huge failure,” urges Palestinian Arab-led administration and police force, and slams Israel’s stance.

At Olympic torch relay

Italian police block pro-Palestinian Arab protesters

Italian police stop pro-Palestinian Arab activists from disrupting the Milan Cortina Olympic torch relay in Rome, as others wave flags at La Sapienza.

Egypt FM claims:

'Israel violating ceasefire, monitors needed urgently'

Egypt’s FM Badr Abdelatty urges swift deployment of ceasefire monitors under Trump’s Gaza plan, accusing Israel of violations.

India: 23 killed in nightclub fire in Goa

At least 23 people dead in fire at a Goa nightclub. Among the victims are tourists.

Ministry of Health: Sharp rise in influenza cases

The Ministry of Health announces that flu season has begun earlier than usual, with cases rising steeply. As a result, the Epidemic Response Team will convene for a special meeting.

A behind-the-scenes diplomatic move

Report: Prime Minister Netanyahu held a secret meeting last week with Tony Blair, who is advancing a plan to bring the Palestinian Authority into control over areas in Gaza. The idea is designed as a pilot program and is contingent on reforms within the PA.

Families of hostages urge:

'No next phase until Ran Gvili comes home'

Hostage families, survivors, and relatives gathered in Sha’ar Hanegev, Carmei Gat, and Meitar, urging Israelis to rally behind the return of Ran Gvili and stressing that 'final stretch' must end with no hostage left behind.

Leading Shas rabbi 'doesn't sleep at night' due to arrests

Rabbi Moshe Maya, leading rabbi at Shas' Council of Torah Sages, tells yeshiva student arrests are 'decree from Heaven,' as student describes conditions of imprisonment in military prisons.

Terror attack thwarted in Hebron

Paratroopers eliminate two terrorists attempting to ram Israelis at police checkpoint; one Israeli suffers very light injuries.

'We talk about what others hide'

Yummy Schachter previews Amudim’s 36-Hour ‘Unite to Heal’ event

Israel “Yummy” Schachter tells Arutz Sheva about the massive global livestream he built with Amudim, one of the Jewish world’s largest online awareness events.

Pres. Herzog welcomes German chancellor, deepening bilateral ties

Israeli President Isaac Herzog welcomes German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Israel; Merz reaffirmed Germany’s unwavering support for Israel’s security and its right to defend itself. 'It is in our core DNA to stand with Israel.'

US vs sovereignty?

Trump adviser slams JD Vance

Dr. Mike Evans, Evangelical leader considered close to US President Donald Trump slams US opposition to Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria. 'Policy of G-d is that Judea and Samaria is Bible land.'

Canada removes Syria from terror list

Canada announced that Syria and the organization led by al-Julani were removed from its terror list, following similar moves by the U.S. and the United Kingdom.

Israel thwarts Hamas attempt to infiltrate northern towns

IDF reveals Hamas infrastructure and plans to infiltrate Galilee towns, kidnap Israeli civilians.

Senate committee votes to advance Rabbi Kaploun's nomination

Senate Foreign Relations Committee advances Yehuda Kaploun as antisemitism envoy, with some dissent.

Searches, gunfire, and arrests in the Negev

During the third weekend of Operation New Order in southern Israel, 45 suspects were arrested, and stolen weapons and drugs were seized.

IAF base damaged by stormy weather

IAF, IDF teams conducting assessments at Ovda base in southern Israel after rain and flooding damage infrastructure.

Rare recordings of Bashar al-Assad

In rare footage published by the Al-Arabiya network, the former Syrian president is heard expressing disgust with the state of the country and insulting his people.

Complete tzaddikim

“And I Will Remove the Sin of That Land in One Day”

Lithuanian coalition leader convicted for antisemitic incitement

Lithuanian coalition party leader, Remigijus Žemaitaitis, fined after court convicts him of inciting hatred toward Jews, grossly minimizing Holocaust in speeches and social media posts.

Mansour Abbas' surprising announcement

Ra'am chief MK Mansour Abbas announces surprising decision which could massively impact Israel's next elections.

Matan Emunah Essay:

Becoming the hero of your story

Every human being is invited into a hero’s journey, maybe not quite as dramatic as Yosef’s or the Maccabees,’ but equally holy.