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Wilders slams Macron's Palestine recognition

Dutch right-wing leader Geert Wilders blasts Macron's "Palestine" recognition, sarcastically suggesting southern France as the new Palestinian state and calls the move a reward for Hamas.

Sa'ar to Canadian FM:

'Diplomatic pressure aids Hamas, not peace'

FM Sa'ar tells Canadian counterpart Israel accepted ceasefire and hostage deal, but Hamas refused. He warns "strong diplomatic attacks" and "unilateral steps by France" embolden Hamas and undermine peace efforts.

Sirens in Dead Sea and Judea

IAF successfully intercepts missile fired from Yemen

Missile launched from Yemen intercepted by the IDF, after sirens sounded in the Dead Sea and Judea areas. No reports of impacts or casualties.

Rubio to families:

'100% committed to achieving a hostage deal'

Families of Gaza hostages meet with US Secretary Rubio, urging immediate action for a deal to bring their loved ones home, express trust in the administration to secure a comprehensive agreement.

UK PM Starmer links Palestinian state to broader peace plan

A day after France’s announcement, British PM Keir Starmer states recognizing a Palestinian state is crucial for lasting Israeli-Palestinian security, but must be part of a wider peace plan.

Within an hour:

Terrorists neutralized during attempt to infiltrate communities

Two knife-wielding terrorists attempt attacks near Shim'a in Har Hevron and Migdal Oz in Gush Etzion; both neutralized without injuries.

Mahmoud Abbas:

'Britain must recognize Palestine'

Chairman of the Palestinian Authority called on countries that have not yet recognized Palestine to do so, while emphasizing the importance of accepting Palestine as a full member of the UN.

Wehrmacht uniforms spark police intervention in Bernese Oberland

About 25 men dressed in Nazi-era Wehrmacht uniforms marched through Bernese Oberland, alarming hikers and prompting police action. No legal charges followed, as Switzerland has yet to ban such displays.

Trump in dramatic statment:

'Hamas wants to die instead of making a deal'

US President Donald Trump declared that Hamas sabotaged the hostage deal and that Israel must now 'fight and clear the area.' Finance Minister Smotrich added: 'The humiliating negotiations are over—now is the time for victory.'

Haredi journalist:

'I am ashamed, this is not the way a Jew talks'

Aryeh Ehrlich, editor of Mishpacha magazine, harshly condemned MK Yitzhak Goldknopf’s statement distancing himself from the grief of bereaved religious-Zionist families amid the war with Hamas. Calling the remarks 'un-Jewish' and 'callous.'

Behind the lines: This is how reservists fight

Hundreds of operations, hundreds of terrorists arrested, many weapons confiscated - and all of this almost without anyone hearing about them. This is what the quiet fighting in the Judea and Samaria region looks like.

Palestinian children terrorize Israeli roads

Police stepping up measures against a troubling phenomenon concerning drivers in the north: Palestinian children collect donations and resort to violence against drivers who refuse to give.

Netanyahu:

Hamas is obstacle, considering alternatives for hostages' release

PM Netanyahu: Together with our allies, we are considering alternative options for bringing the hostages home and ending Hamas rule.

Israeli security officials clarify: No famine in Gaza

Israeli sourcs address recent reports claiming 'famine' in Gaza, stressing there is no actual famine in the city, Hamas orchestrating false 'starvation campaign' to pressure Israel into ending the war.

Neve Tzuf:

8 years since three family members murdered in terrorist attack

Michal Salomon, widow of Elad Salomon, who was murdered in the Halamish terror attack eight years ago, tells of her husband’s bravery as he fought the terrorist with his bare hands to protect his family.

After 41 years:

French court orders release of terrorist Georges Ibrahim Abdallah

Georges Ibrahim Abdallah, longest-serving prisoner for crimes related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, to be released from French prison after serving 41 years and return to his home in Beirut.

Pilot who removed Jewish teens from plane trained 9/11 terrorists

Pilot Ivan Chiribella, who removed Jewish teens from a Vueling flight, confirmed to have trained two of the September 11 terror pilots.

IDF eliminates Hamas counterintelligence head in Gaza

IDF confirms successful elimination of Amjad Muhammad Hassan Shaer, head of the Counterintelligence Directorate in Hamas' General Security Apparatus, in northern Gaza earlier this week.

Parshat Mattot:

The power of speech: Understanding the laws of nedarim

The Torah emphasizes the profound power and responsibility of speech through the laws of nedarim, teaching us that individuals have the ability to create with their words and reflecting a deep connection between speech, commitment, & responsibility.

Ben Gurion Airport faces heavy delays due to slowdown

Ben Gurion Airport employees reportedly conducting slowdown claim delays caused by staff shortage, not slowdown.

Measles outbreak:

Two-year-old on ECMO machine due to measles complications

Twelve children hospitalized due to measles, three of them in serious condition; Health Ministry urges vaccination.

Under guise of helping children:

Indictment: Israeli Arab transferred 1.5m NIS to terror group

Arab man from Tamra indicted for security offenses, including contact with a foreign agent and assisting the Islamic Jihad terrorist group under the guise of donations for Gaza's children.

Likud tops new poll with 25 seats as opposition holds majority

New poll published by Maariv shows Likud leading as largest party, opposition bloc totaling 61 Knesset seats; new parties could bring opposition bloc to 62 seats.

Stanford suspends student house for antisemitic discrimination

Stanford University suspends student co-op house that it said asked Jewish students to leave.

Huckabee: France will offer Riviera for Palestinian state

French President Emmanuel Macron didn't say where Palestinan state will be located, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee points out.

Former GHF director:

If someone is hungry in Gaza, it's the fault of Hamas and the UN

Shahar Segal, former spokesperson for US aid group GHF, says UN refusal to cooperate and Hamas control are fueling Gaza’s food insecurity and prolonging the war.

Parshiyot Mattot-Mas’ei:

Do you know what you’re fighting for?

3,297 years ago, before despatching the Children of Israel on their war of vengeance against Midian, G-d infused them with the spiritual reinforcements necessary for victory - their national identity, their sense of history, their understanding of their destiny. So too, the Religious Zionist soldiers today.

Parshiyot Matot-Maasei:

'The descendants of Reuven and Gad had an abundance of livestock'

‘Our Sages comment, that because Reuben and Gad were so attached to their wealth, till they were prepared to settle outside the land, they were the exiled from it, before the other tribes.'

The Parsha and Current Events:

An irresistible force meets an immovable object

At the end of the day, even if sanctions and other measures are introduced, we all know that no one will be shot at while delving over a complicated issue in the Gemara.

Annex Judea and Samaria now!

Let’s not waste another G-d-given opportunity

There is no better moment, no better excuse, no better opportunity than right now for Israel’s government to take tangible steps, manifesting that the deed now is done, that Sovereignty over Judea and Samaria is done. Just do it. Opinion.

The Syrian Enigma of Abu Muhammad al-Julani (Ahmed al-Sharaa)

Bottom line: The West should resist the temptation to seek to understand the [Middle East] through our own cultural or epistemological knowledge categories. They don't apply. Opinion.

Sixth Latin American nation

Costa Rica embraces IHRA definition of antisemitism

Costa Rica adopts the IHRA working definition of antisemitism, becoming the sixth Latin American nation to do so. Jewish organizations praise the move as a vital step amid a global rise in Jew-hatred.

Melanie Phillips:

The worldwide frenzy against Israel

An obsession with the Jewish state has replaced rationality by using lethal propaganda. Opinion.

Podcast:

Love, Marriage and U.S Brokerage

Why financial literacy is non-negotiable for couples with cross-border assets.

Proposed bill:

Lower voting age for Knesset elections to 17

Explanatory notes to proposed new bill state: “17-year-olds in Israel are active citizens engaged in social, political, and economic issues.”

Senator Graham:

'French Palestine move emboldens Hamas'

US Senator Lindsey Graham criticizes France's plan to recognize a Palestinian state, warning it would embolden Hamas and hinder a ceasefire.

With anti-Israel former MP

Jeremy Corbyn launches new party

Former UK Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and ex-Labour MP Zarah Sultana launch a new political party amid mounting controversy over their support for anti-Israel group Palestine Action.

As part of deal:

Hamas demands release of Nukhba terrorists

For the first time, Hamas is demanding the release of Nukhba terrorists involved in the October 7 massacre as part of a hostage deal. It also submitted a "withdrawal map" for IDF forces.

Rubio:

'Macron’s decision a slap in the face to October 7th victims'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denounces France's plan to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it "reckless" and stating the move only serves Hamas propaganda.

Podcast:

Working our way back to the Holy Temple

Matot-Masei: Israel settles scores with old foes.

Danon:

France's Palestine move a 'disgraceful reward for terror'

Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Danon condemns French President Macron's plan to recognize a "State of Palestine" in September, calling it a "disgraceful reward for terrorism".

'Positive step'

Hamas hails French Palestine recognition

Hamas applauds French President Macron's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it a "positive step" toward justice and self-determination. The terrorist group urges other nations to follow suit.

Podcast:

Borders of the soul

Why does the Torah describe death as "to be gathered?"

'Not our policy, not our values'

Ambassador Leiter rejects Minister Eliyahu’s Gaza remarks

Israel’s US Ambassador and Prime Minister Netanyahu disavow Minister Eliyahu’s Gaza hunger remarks, calling them “foolish” and unrepresentative. Israel, they affirm, is committed to defeating Hamas while ensuring aid reaches Gaza’s civilians—not through Hamas.

Netanyahu to Macron:

'A Palestinian state would be a launch pad to annihilate Israel'

Netanyahu condemns French President's decision to recognize a Palestinian state: “Palestinians don’t want a state beside Israel—they want one instead of it.” Sa’ar: "A Palestinian state will be a Hamas state."

'Terrorism pays off':

Israeli leaders slam Macron for recognizing Palestinian state

Israeli leaders condemn French President Emmanuel Macron’s announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state, accuse him of rewarding Hamas and betraying the Jewish people.

Netanyahu

Hamas is making a big mistake

PM speaks at the state memorial ceremony for Ze'ev Jabotinsky at Mount Herzl and says: 'If Hamas perceives our willingness to reach a deal as weakness, as an opportunity to dictate surrender terms that would endanger the State of Israel — they are making a big mistake.'

President Macron:

France will recognize a Palestinian state

France to make formal declaration at UN General Assembly in September, as Macron calls for ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and Palestinian statehood alongside Israel's security.

After another decline in student achievements:

It Is time to implement the existing solution

The Minister of Education announced a shortage of at least 1,700 teachers. The solution exists; he is simply not applying it. Opinion.

Deputy Minister Cohen:

Label ‘Brothers in Arms’ a terror organization

Deputy Minister Almog Cohen urges the government to designate "Brothers in Arms" as a terror organization after a member was arrested for plotting to assassinate the Prime Minister.

Bereaved father:

'Don't confuse issue with Gaza hunger, it's Hamas' problem'

Shimon Elkabetz, whose daughter was murdered on October 7, criticized the campaign to claim there is starvation in Gaza: "There is no hunger in Gaza, and if someone is hungry, it's their problem and Hamas' problem."

Conflict of interest?

MKs slam judge who got award from Mufti he ruled in favor of

MKs are calling for an investigation after Justice Kabub delayed the demolition of Mufti Sabri’s illegal home, despite having received an award from him in the past.

Steve Witkoff

'US mediators returning home after disappointing Hamas response'

US envoy says Hamas showing 'lack of desire' to reach a ceasefire. 'Hamas does not appear to be coordinated or acting in good faith.'

Human Rights Expert

'OCHA is a protection racket for Palestinian terrorists'

Touro Institute on Human Rights head Prof. Anne Bayefsky speaks with Arutz Sheva following Amb. Danon's announcement of Israeli steps against the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.

Moving video

Severely wounded officer prays after hospital release

Tom Bivtikov, who was severely injured in the head during a battle in Jabalia and spent a month in a coma, returned home after eight months of medical rehabilitation.

IDF eliminates Hamas official who oversaw arms smuggling

The IDF eliminated Muhammad al-‘Amour, who was responsible for the goods terminal at the Rafah Crossing, where hundreds of weapons and military equipment were smuggled into Gaza.