Israel's 1st Chief Rabbi:
Psalm 119: King David's nightly schedule
How did King David spend his nights?
How did King David spend his nights?


The Istanbul prosecutor's office said it has filed charges against 35 Israelis, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, alleging, among other things, abuse of activists from the Gaza flotilla in October last year.

After AIPAC-backed primary loss, Tom Malinowski endorses rival who says Israel committed genocide.

CNN reports that China plans to transfer advanced air-defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks, including shoulder-fired missiles.
Hamas terror group refusing to discuss ceasefire's second stage until first stage is fully implemented.

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.

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.'

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

A history of disproportionate contribution and disproportionate blame. Opinion.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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