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Hamas, Gaza 'Peace Council' hold talks in Cairo

Hamas terror group refusing to discuss ceasefire's second stage until first stage is fully implemented.

Hamas, Gaza 'Peace Council' hold talks in Cairo

How the media turns terror militias into ‘elite’ armies

When Israel calls a unit elite, it refers to demonstrated capability, rigorous selection, and a decades‑long record of operational performance - not political branding by a fawning media. Opinion.

How the media turns terror militias into ‘elite’ armies

Netanyahu declares: War with Iran is not over

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has not yet completed its operations in Iran, but existential threat no longer hangs over Israel. 'Had we not launched these two operations, Iran would already have a nuclear bomb.'

Netanyahu declares: War with Iran is not over

Home Front Command eases restrictions in Haifa area

Home Front Command allows Haifa-area schools to reopen so long as shelter may be reached within the required timeframe, increases limit on number of participants at gatherings.

Home Front Command eases restrictions in Haifa area

Torah Mitzion: Yom Hashoah

Memory, faith, and rebirth - a Polish Jewish perspective

For Polish Jews who had seen the utter vulnerability of exile, the existence of a Jewish state represented a profound shift in Jewish history.

Memory, faith, and rebirth - a Polish Jewish perspective

IDF kills terrorist who attacked shepherd

A soldier killed a terrorist who tried to harm a Jewish shepherd in the area of Ofra.

IDF kills terrorist who attacked shepherd

Mojtaba Khamenei injured but still alert and aware

Sources close to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei tell Reuters that he is severely injured, but not unconscious.

Mojtaba Khamenei injured but still alert and aware

Melanie Phillips:

The West’s fifth column

It’s been chilling to witness a media and political class-mainly on the left, but also on the right-from the start, willing America and Israel to lose this war in which Iran used proxy armies to impose its murderous brand of Islam throughout the world. Opinion.

The West’s fifth column

Watch: Israeli forces identify terrorists - and strike

Soldiers from the IDF's Paratroopers Brigade, IAF, eliminate terrorists in southern Lebanon battle; earlier, two soldiers were moderately injured.

Watch: Israeli forces identify terrorists - and strike

Has Trump's 'Peace Council' reached its end?

US President Donald Trump's 'Peace Council' for Gaza has received only a small fraction of the monies promised to it.

Has Trump's 'Peace Council' reached its end?

Assassination attempt thwarted in Syria

Multiple suspects arrested in Syria on suspicion of attempting to assassinate Jewish rabbi in Damascus.

Assassination attempt thwarted in Syria

Forty missiles towards Israel in less than a day

Missile barrages launched towards Nahariya, 10 launched towards Karmiel; some UAVs intercepted over western Galilee.

Forty missiles towards Israel in less than a day

Kamala Harris:

'I'm thinking about 2028 presidential run'

Former Vice President Kamala Harris signals her strongest interest yet in a 2028 presidential run, telling Rev. Al Sharpton she is “thinking about it" while addressing the National Action Network Convention.

'I'm thinking about 2028 presidential run'

Trump on Iran deal:

'No nuclear weapon - that's 99% of it'

Ahead of Saturday’s talks, Trump tells reporters a good Iran deal means "no nuclear weapon", while expressing confidence the blocked Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon.

'No nuclear weapon - that's 99% of it'

Ahead of Tuesday talks

Israel and Lebanon ambassadors hold phone call

Lebanon’s presidency confirms a call between its ambassador, Israel’s envoy, and the US ambassador, agreeing to a first meeting Tuesday at the State Department. Israel clarifies it will push for peace with Lebanon but rejects any ceasefire.

Israel and Lebanon ambassadors hold phone call

US-Iran talks

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad, sets preconditions

Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf arrives in Islamabad for US talks, demanding a Lebanon ceasefire and release of frozen assets first. US VP Vance warns Iran against playing games.

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad, sets preconditions

Erdogan:

'Israel’s death penalty bill is worse than Hitler'

Turkish President harshly condemns Israel’s newly approved Death Penalty for Terrorists Bill, comparing it to Hitler’s policies against Jews and labeling it a worse form of apartheid.

'Israel’s death penalty bill is worse than Hitler'

Antisemitic attack targets Israeli restaurant in heart of Munich

Unidentified assailants throw incendiary devices into an Israeli restaurant in Munich in a suspected antisemitic attack. No injuries reported, but damage estimated at several thousand euros.

Antisemitic attack targets Israeli restaurant in heart of Munich

IDF delivers massive blow

180+ Hezbollah terrorists eliminated in one minute

In the largest strike in Lebanon since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, the IDF simultaneously hits some 100 Hezbollah targets across Beirut, Beqaa, and southern Lebanon. Over 180 terrorists eliminated.

180+ Hezbollah terrorists eliminated in one minute

Ahead of direct talks

Israeli and Lebanese Ambassadors to speak by phone

Israel’s Ambassador to the US and Lebanon’s Ambassador to the US will speak by phone on Friday to finalize terms for direct talks between the two countries set to begin next week.

Israeli and Lebanese Ambassadors to speak by phone

Trump warns:

'Ships loaded for strikes if talks with Iran fail'

President Trump reveals US warships are being reloaded with top-tier ammunition as high-level US envoys head to Pakistan for crucial peace talks with Iran. Trump warns that strikes will resume if no deal is reached within 24 hours.

'Ships loaded for strikes if talks with Iran fail'

CNN:

Trump asks Netanyahu to ease strikes on Lebanon

Trump reportedly urged Netanyahu to scale back Lebanon strikes and pursue talks, as Israel says no ceasefire is currently planned.

Trump asks Netanyahu to ease strikes on Lebanon

Iran:

Tweeting against mosques may lead to indictment

Canadian-Iranian former MP Goldie Ghamari says Ottawa police officers recommended she remove social media posts critical of the regime in Iran, warning of possible criminal consequences.

Tweeting against mosques may lead to indictment

'Anti-Israel obsession'

Israel bans Spain from Trump Plan Gaza coordination center

Israel announces Spain’s exclusion from the CMCC under President Trump’s plan, citing Madrid’s anti-Israel stance and harm to strategic interests. Netanyahu: 'I am not willing to tolerate this hypocrisy and hostility.'

Israel bans Spain from Trump Plan Gaza coordination center

Two young brothers drown on Netanya beach

The ZAKA diving unit was dispatched to assist in locating the missing teenager of Netanya's northern beach. Magen David Adom medics are carrying out resuscitation efforts on his brother.

Two young brothers drown on Netanya beach

Hamas:

The weapons are ‘legitimate,' we will not disarm

Hamas spokesperson conditions the start of discussions on disarming on the implementation of all clauses of the first stage of the ceasefire, including the opening of all border crossings.

The weapons are ‘legitimate,' we will not disarm

The Key to Parnassah:

The secret of the "Schlissel Challah"

Ultimately, the Schlissel Challah is meant to focus our perspective. After a week of Matzah-the bread of humility-returning to regular bread represents a return to action.

The secret of the "Schlissel Challah"

Parashat Shemini:

Do you know the way?

The tragic deaths of Nadav and Avihu in Parashat Shemini warn of the terrible danger of humans following their own decrees instead of G-d’s, even when they have the holiest and most exalted of intentions.

Do you know the way?

Watch:

Hezbollah hides rocket launcher in school yard

IDF identified that the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched rockets from a school compound. Following international law, the IDF struck the school to remove the threat.

Hezbollah hides rocket launcher in school yard

The same old story, still being told

A history of disproportionate contribution and disproportionate blame. Opinion.

The same old story, still being told

A ray of happiness in the Peretz family

Miriam Peretz shared with excitement that her granddaughter, Hallel Miriam, the daughter of her son Eliraz, who was killed in battle, got engaged to Oz Vach, an officer in the Golani Brigade and the son of Brigadier General Yehuda Vach.

A ray of happiness in the Peretz family

Foreign airlines return to Israel

Following the announcement of a ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, international airlines have begun announcing their return to Tel Aviv.

Foreign airlines return to Israel

IDF deals heavy blow to Hezbollah missile array

IDF reports destruction of over 200 launchers and elimination of senior Hezbollah figures as operations continue to target threats on northern Israel.

IDF deals heavy blow to Hezbollah missile array

When ideology trumps humanity:

The moral bankruptcy of AOC's’ anti-Israel posture

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez’s position serves as a cautionary example of how political ambition and ideological alignment can distort judgment.

The moral bankruptcy of AOC's’ anti-Israel posture

Walla Journalist:

Netanyahu in Bar Ilan speech turned into Smotrich from Kedumim

Walla political commentator Yehuda Shlezinger says Benjamin Netanyahu has changed deeply since October 7, calling him “the biggest awakening in the Middle East," partly influenced by talks with Bezalel Smotrich.

Netanyahu in Bar Ilan speech turned into Smotrich from Kedumim

Gaza:

IDF eliminates two terrorists who threatened troops

In southern Gaza, the IDF eliminated a Kata’ib al-Mujahideen terrorist who monitored troop activity, and in northern Gaza, troops eliminated a Nukhba terrorist, who had carried out numerous attacks.

IDF eliminates two terrorists who threatened troops

Watch

Elimination of Hezbollah cell which hid in bushes

Division 91 forces identified a terrorist cell in southern Lebanon, and one of them was located hiding in the bushes.

Elimination of Hezbollah cell which hid in bushes

Hundreds of thousands in cash

How a network involving senior officers smuggled goods into Gaza

The Southern District Attorney's Office filed a serious indictment against a Rahat resident and senior IDF commanders, for aiding the enemy in war and smuggling goods into Gaza during wartime.

How a network involving senior officers smuggled goods into Gaza

“Spy kites": Hamas’s new method

Hamas is using kites equipped with miniature cameras, operated by children, to gather intelligence on IDF forces and complicate operational responses.

“Spy kites": Hamas’s new method

Amb. Huckabee to Pakistani DM

'Want peace? Stop Iran & its terror proxies'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee responds to Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, after Asif called Israel a 'curse for humanity.'

'Want peace? Stop Iran & its terror proxies'

Indictment

Jerusalem youth acted on behalf of Iran

According to the indictment, the young man contacted an Iranian agent via Telegram, operated a “burner phone," and carried out documentation missions in Israel in exchange for thousands of dollars.

Jerusalem youth acted on behalf of Iran

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'War achievements are historic, Hezbollah isolated'

During a tour with soldiers on the outskirts of Bint Jbeil, the Chief of Staff made it clear that the fighting with Hezbollah continues with intensity

'War achievements are historic, Hezbollah isolated'

A strange, aberrant fire

On some of the hills in Judea and Samaria, there is a small group who wish to redeem the Land of Israel, but are ready to do so even if it means lawlessness. And we who love the land must stop them. Opinion.

A strange, aberrant fire

Minister ChiklI

“It’s time to wean ourselves off Oslo mindset and terminology"

During A tour in Binyamin, Minister Chikli called to abandon the A, B, and C divisions, emphasized the importance of farms on the ground, and expressed support for the settlers.

“It’s time to wean ourselves off Oslo mindset and terminology"

Cool, rainy weekend followed by shift to hot and dry weather

Today will be rainy in the north with strong winds and fog. At the start of the week temperatures will drop, followed by a sharp rise and warmer-than-usual conditions.

Cool, rainy weekend followed by shift to hot and dry weather

Iranians support their government's defeat

The internal Iranian dimension of this war must not be overlooked. The regime in Tehran is not a misunderstood regional actor seeking calm. It is not a victim of circumstances. And it is certainly not a government pursuing peace or its citizens' welfare. Opinion.

Iranians support their government's defeat

Iran: No US talks until Lebanon ceasefire holds

Iran says talks to end the war with the US depend on Washington honoring ceasefire commitments - including halting fighting in Lebanon.

Iran: No US talks until Lebanon ceasefire holds

Leiter to Pakistani minister:

'You're not a mediator, you're the problem'

Israeli Ambassador to the US sharply rebukes Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif for calling Israel “evil" and accusing it of genocide.

'You're not a mediator, you're the problem'

The Canary on the Couch:

The anatomy of American Jews' communal surrender to antisemitism

In "The Canary on the Couch", psychiatrist Kenneth Levin analyzes not just the Jewish community itself, but the psychological health of its leadership. Review.

The anatomy of American Jews' communal surrender to antisemitism

Trump blasts former allies as 'losers' in fiery Truth Social post

President Donald Trump lashes out at Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Alex Jones, labeling them "losers" with "low IQs" for criticizing his policy on Iran.

Trump blasts former allies as 'losers' in fiery Truth Social post

Report:

Former Iranian FM dies from US-Israel strike wounds

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi reportedly dies from wounds suffered in US-Israel strikes on his Tehran home.

Former Iranian FM dies from US-Israel strike wounds

Trump warns Iran:

'No tolls on tankers through Strait of Hormuz'

President Trump demands Iran immediately stop charging fees to tankers in the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, warning that oil will flow with or without Tehran's help.

'No tolls on tankers through Strait of Hormuz'

Hezbollah launches missiles at central Israel

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and the surrounding areas after the IDF warned that Hezbollah may launch missiles at additional areas of Israel.

Hezbollah launches missiles at central Israel

As the world turns (against Israel)

Let us learn to look at these world developments through the lens of Chazal, our Sages.

As the world turns (against Israel)

Dvar Haftorah Parashat Shemini:

When faith forgets its boundaries

While we aspire to draw closer to G-d, we must do so on His terms, not our own.

When faith forgets its boundaries

Fair mediator?

Pakistani minister calls Israel 'evil' and 'cancer'

Israel’s Foreign Minister condemns Pakistan’s defense chief for inflammatory rhetoric, questioning its role as mediator between allies and Iran.

Pakistani minister calls Israel 'evil' and 'cancer'