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Connecticut to Jerusalem:

Shalhevet Cohen joins her Zionist family in Israel

Shalhevet Cohen fulfills a lifelong dream, making Aliyah and reuniting with her sisters and grandparents in Israel, bringing personal passion and professional ambition to Jerusalem while continuing a proud Zionist family legacy.

Hamas calls for escalated global protests against Israel

Hamas is attempting to leverage the success of the starvation campaign in Gaza to escalate protest activities against Israel worldwide.

Gilad Erdan: The massacre was borne out of the Disengagement

Former Minister Erdan sees a clear connection between the Disengagement 20 years ago and the strengthening of Hamas before October 7 and is certain that no Muslim entity could take Hamas' place.

Defense Min on day after

'We need the IDF to be around & Inside Gaza'

Defense Minister Israel Katz outlines his vision for the day after the war in Gaza: "The goal is to defeat Hamas; we need to be responsible for security in Gaza."

Actor Alon Abutbul collapses and dies on beach

60-year-old Alon Abutbul swam this morning at Habonim beach and when coming out of the water he collapsed; despite resuscitation attempts he died.

IDF

52 aid packages airdropped into Gaza

Over the past few hours, 52 aid packages, containing food for the residents of both the southern and northern Gaza Strip, were airdropped.

The UN won't feed Gaza civilians unless it feeds Hamas leaders

Feeding Hamas is the UN's goal, not feeding the people. Funding Hamas’s war machine is the goal, not ending the war. Enabling the murder of the population of Israel is the goal, not ensuring a better life for the population of Gaza. Opinion.

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Reporter booed for asking Trump about Netanyahu

The question came as Trump played the inaugural round on a new course in Aberdeen to finish his trip to Europe.

Gush Etzion:

Six Jewish outposts demolished in coordinated operation

Residents report violence during demolitions, accuse Civil Administration of aiding Arab land grabs; say outposts were vital to securing area and stopping PA expansion.

1,200 participants complete circuit of Temple Mount gates

About 1,200 participants from all over the country circled the Temple Mount to pray at each of the gates.

Erdan:

Only military rule in Gaza can defeat Hamas

At Gush Katif conference, former UN ambassador calls for martial law, rejects Hamas starvation claims, and announces intention to run for Likud leadership.

New Study:

Earth is rapidly drying out

A new study reveals an accelerated land drying process worldwide, a decrease in freshwater availability, and an increasing contribution of continents to sea level rise.

Smotrich:

'We must rebuild Gush Katif even bigger'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the war offers a unique opportunity to reverse the Disengagement.

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IDF destroys weapons storage facility in Gaza

IDF troops eliminated several terrorists who posed a threat, while the IAF targeted terrorist infrastructure and multiple weapons storage facilities over the past day.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar:

International pressure undermining ceasefire efforts

Top diplomat warns Hamas emboldened by external calls to halt Israel's military campaign.

Israeli fires in self-defense amid arab riot, faces arrest

Yinon Levi, previously sanctioned by the US, arrested after defending himself from Arab rioters—one of whom was a producer of the anti-Israel film No Other Land—during violent incident near Carmel.

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Israeli singer hits back at pro-Palestinian protester

Regina Spektor decided to take a direct approach to the hecklers during a concert in Portland.

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Hamas caught on camera looting aid, blocking relief to Gazans

Video shows armed Hamas operatives seizing humanitarian supplies meant for civilians; IDF says terror group is blocking aid distribution in Gaza.

Study finds one in five young Australians witness antisemitism

National survey shows rising antisemitic sentiment and local incidents, with nearly a third of Australians expressing negative views toward Jews.

Report:

October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

The Public Defender's report indicates an increase in cases where citizens without a criminal record become involved in criminal proceedings, often due to mental distress and poverty.

Gaslighting Jews: the traumatic aftermath of October 7

The constant biased attacks on Israel and on Jews since October 7, over almost three years, have affected the Jewish community worldwide, making it feel isolated and marginalised. Opinion.

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Haredi leadership believes that any students enlisting could mean a crack in the traditional stance against service in the IDF.

Security Cabinet meets, makes no decisions on Gaza operations

Limited forum reviews IDF plans but defers decisions; further meetings expected this week.

IDF orders removal of missionary materials from bases

Following Or L'Achim warning, IDF issues directive to purge and prevent missionary flyers included in gifts to soldiers; protocols to be reinforced across all units.

GHF Manager:

Hamas exploits food shortages for negotiations

The manager of the GHF spoke with i24 about Hamas's claims of famine and the failure of aid organizations to deliver supplies.

Gunman neutralized

Shooting in Midtown Manhattan leaves four dead

Shooting in Midtown Manhattan results in four fatalities, including a New York Police Department officer. The shooter, a 27-year-old from Las Vegas is also dead from an apparent self-inflicted injury.

Netherlands decides:

Smotrich and Ben Gvir to be barred entry

Netherlands to ban Smotrich and Ben Gvir from entering the country. The Israeli ambassador will be summoned for a discussion.

PA demands Hamas disarm and cede Gaza control

Palestinian Authority cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa states the PA is the sole legitimate authority for Gaza and urges a complete Israeli withdrawal, while rejecting violence and terrorism.

Sderot Mayor:

'Anyone imagining a deal with Hamas doesn’t understand reality'

As part of the "Decisive Victory" encampment led by wounded soldiers near the Knesset, Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi visits to express gratitude and support their call for a complete victory over Hamas.

Saudi FM:

'No ties with Israel without Palestinian statehood'

Saudi Arabia reaffirms it will not normalize ties with Israel without the creation of a Palestinian state, as FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan cites Gaza's ongoing crisis and stresses the need for a two-state solution.

Lapid:

'The Gaza campaign has spun out of control'

Opposition leader blasts government policy in Gaza and warns of continued escalation. Ministers and right-wing figures strongly condemn his remarks.

Consul General Akunis:

'There is no starvation in Gaza - Hamas lies must be exposed'

Israeli Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, rejects claims of starvation in Gaza, says Hamas steals aid and spreads lies.

Satellite images reveal:

Renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Satellite images show Iran has reopened a blocked tunnel at its Isfahan nuclear complex, with signs of new construction at Fordow. Expert David Albright warns the regime may be preparing to quickly restore key underground nuclear capabilities.

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Starmer to tie Palestinian statehood to Gaza ceasefire

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to propose conditional recognition of a Palestinian state, linking it to a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release, amid rising pressure from Labour MPs.

Strock sets deadline

'Decisive victory or resignation from the government'

Minister Orit Strock visits wounded soldiers' encampment near the Prime Minister’s Office and declares: A plan for swift victory is essential, or we will leave the government.

Rashi was an ardent Zionist

Rashi wants to teach us that without Eretz Yisrael there is no Torah, no Am Yisrael, nor Sanctification of Hashem in the world.

Netanyahu:

'Israel will keep ensuring humanitarian aid reaches Gaza'

Prime Minister Netanyahu says Israel pauses IDF operations daily to enable humanitarian aid into Gaza, accusing Hamas of stealing supplies and staging media manipulation. He calls the war against Hamas a moral battle for Israel’s survival.

Rabbis as a bridge between Israel and the diaspora

In new 'Jewish-Share' episode, Rabbis Moskovitz and Markovitz reflect on war, community resilience, and the growing bond between Jews in Israel and the Diaspora.

Israel suspects

Qatar behind Hamas 'starvation' propaganda campaign

Officials in Israel believe that Qatar is leading a Hamas propaganda campaign about "starvation in Gaza," which is receiving wide international attention.

'Huge mistake'

Clash between Dutch Prime Minister and President Herzog

Pres. Herzog criticized the Prime Minister of the Netherlands after the latter announced support for suspending Israel from the EU Horizon program due to the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Antisemitism reborn:

Won’t you take me to Hymie Town

Will NYC become another city turned into a disaster zone by a Democrat mayor? Will its Jews get only silence from Jewish Democrat elected figures as we did? Opinion.

Trump calls London Mayor "nasty in meeting with UK PM

During a meeting with UK PM Starmer, President Trump was asked if he plans to visit London and responded that he does not like London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who he says has done a "terrible job."

Police investigating

Woman wounded at Western Wall as bullet lands in Prayer Plaza

Police launch investigation after woman in her 50s injured while sitting in women's section by what is thought to be a stray bullet.

Rehovot:

Elderly man injured in Iranian missile strike dies

ZAKA volunteers had rescued the man from the rubble after Iranian missile strike in June; death toll from Rehovot attack rises to two.

Man killed by fallen tree while getting water for pregnant wife

A man in his mid-30s was killed this evening when a tree fell on him on the grounds of Shamir Medical Center, where his wife had arrived to give birth.

MK Illouz:

'Those who learn Torah should be first to serve in the IDF'

In a wide-ranging interview, MK Dan Illouz calls for expanding IDF enlistment to include haredi youth, warns of political consequences if soldiers are ignored, and urges full victory in Gaza.

Sderot Mayor

'Anyone who imagines a deal with Hamas doesn't live in reality'

Mayor Alon Davidi visits 'victory' protest encampment of wounded war veterans, says "We were promised security and a new Middle East with the Disengagement—what we got was rockets and terrorists in the streets."

An open letter to Europe's luminaries

The Muslim in Europe intuitively senses what the coming decades will probably confirm. Opinion.

To Arabs in Judea and Samaria:

Be careful what you wish for

A new terrorist Arab state will result in catastrophic internal violence. Opinion.

Jabaliya

Terror tunnel found near Gaza school

Forces from the 401st Brigade raid building that previously served as the "Al-Rafai" school, weapons that had been hidden at the site were located and a 400-meter long tunnel was dismantled.

US Orthodox rabbis condemn massacre of Druze in Syria

The Coalition for Jewish Values praised Israel's defense of Syria's Druze population and called on world leaders to join Israel in preventing the slaughter of the Druze.

Netanyahu's brother-in-law:

'President Trump has a messianic mission'

Dr. Hagi Ben Artzi likens President Trump to biblical King Cyrus and urges Netanyahu to seize this divinely-ordained chance to reshape Israel’s future.

Human Rights Expert

UN 'mobsters' barred NGOs from French-Saudi 2-State conference

Professor Anne Bayefsky, President of Human Rights Voices and Director of the Touro Institute on Human Rights and the Holocaust, tells Arutz Sheva UN accredited NGOs were barred from entering the UN conference demanding a Palestinian Arab state.

Jewish-American satirist Tom Lehrer dies at 97

Famed Jewish-American songwriter remembered for his biting satire and one of the first popular songs about a Jewish holiday.

Netanyahu:

'We have a job to finish, eliminating Hamas & returning hostages'

PM visits IDF Intelligence Directorate, says defeating Hamas and returning the hostages are 'two interlinked goals.'

Starvation?

Photos show Gaza market full of goods, locals shopping freely

Photographer documents al-Sahaba Market filled with Israeli produce, canned goods, and customers paying in shekels, amid claims of starvation and famine.