Dozens of firefighting teams are working to prevent the fire from spreading towards nearby roads and towns.
Following Shas and United Torah Judaism's withdrawal from the government, Likud ministers are requesting upgraded roles, other coalition partners are requesting the evacuated positions.
Anti-Israel protester arrested at the Tour de France after disrupting the 11th stage in Toulouse.
Anti-Israel UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese claims US sanctions are a "violation" of her immunity, stemming from her "genocide" accusations against Israel.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei charges that Israel's June offensive sought to "weaken the system" and incite internal unrest for regime overthrow.
Egyptian report: Hamas has agreed to a new withdrawal map presented by Israel, which includes a withdrawal from the Morag Corridor and limited IDF deployment. Negotiations expected to focus on framework for releasing hostages.
The ICC rejects Israel's request to withdraw arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, and to suspend its Gaza probe, insists the warrants stand.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa accuses Israel of attempting to undermine Syria’s stability, drag it into internal conflict, and divide the country.
An Egyptian source says Israel's plan to establish a “humanitarian city” in Rafah is likely to fail due to political and logistical obstacles.
International envoys will discuss a two-state solution at the UN this month, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, setting the stage for a September leaders' summit.
UN Secretary-General Guterres condemns Israeli airstrikes in Syria, ignoring the Syrian military's massacre of the Druze. Israeli Ambassador Danon fires back and accuses Guterres of "moral bankruptcy".
New York Governor Kathy Hochul says she urged NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to reconcile with the Jewish community, citing "hurtful" remarks and anti-Israel bias.
Speaking at an economic conference in Tel Aviv, TheMarker magazine’s editor - part of the Haaretz group - acknowledges that the grim forecasts following October 7 failed to materialize.
A Channel 12 News poll shows Likud leading with 27 seats, followed by Bennett with 23. However, if Gadi Eisenkot joins Bennett, their slate becomes the largest party in Israel.
Sources say Israel has removed its demand for IDF control over the Morag Corridor, with mediators suggesting the move may bring a deal closer.
Trump announces "good news on Gaza" at a White House ceremony, thanking envoy Steve Witkoff. His comments follow an optimistic senior source's statement that an Israel-Hamas hostage deal is "within reach," despite the difficulty of negotiations.
Minister Meir Porush instructs expropriation of properties on Hashalshelet Street in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem, in line with post-Six-Day War plans.
Deputy FM Sharen Haskel vows Israel will protect Druze civilians amid Syrian attacks, slamming the international community for its silence on brutal minority massacres.
Deborah Turness told staff there is a distinction between Hamas's civilian government and military wing, drawing criticism amid ongoing fallout over Gaza documentary.
'We have agreed on specific steps that will bring this troubling and horrifying situation to an end tonight,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says.
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Syria-Israel border, says IDF 'acting decisively to prevent the entrenchment of hostile elements beyond the border, prevent harm to Druze civilians.'
Columbia adopts Israel-related antisemitism definition as it negotiates with Trump administration.
The Yemeni National Resistance Forces intercepted over 750 tons of Iranian-made weapons bound for the Houthis, including missiles, drones, radar systems, and military manuals.
Missile launched from Yemen towards Israel successfully intercepted.
Thousands of Druze civilians crossed from Israel into Syrian territory in an attempt to assist their brethren who are under attack by Syrian regime forces.
In White House talks, President Trump and Bahrain’s Crown Prince discuss reduced regional tensions and Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Tzfat Chief Rabbi notes the Druze community's longstanding contributions to the state in addition to the principle that all humans are created in the image of God in call to defend the Syrian Druze.
President reaffirms security commitments amid Syrian tensions and calls for calm and lawful conduct.
During a field tour in northern Gaza, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir vowed to dismantle Hamas and warned of intensified operations should hostage deal efforts fail.
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Currently, Shas's Knesset members will not support a no-confidence motion against the government, which would allow the Prime Minister to continue his efforts to advance the draft exemption law.
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Some Druze leaders say that a ceasefire agreement has been reached between the Syrian regime and the Druze forces, others deny the ceasefire exists.
The Commander of the Northern Command, MG Ori Gordin, warns that riots near the northern border divert efforts from the operation to protect the Druze in Syria from the Syrian regime.
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Family reunions were recorded on the Israel-Syria border, as members of Druze families reunited for the first time in decades following the entry of thousands of Israeli Druze into Syria.
The IDF published footage showing strikes by its aircraft on the Syrian Military General Staff headquarters in Damascus.
A senior political official expressed optimism today about the possibility that Israel will soon reach a deal to release hostages with the terrorist organization Hamas.
Attorney Marc Zell: "We are asking President Trump to denounce the attacks on the Druze and other minorities - these attacks violate President Trump's Executive Order lifting sanctions against Syria"
Moments after Minister of Defense Katz warned of 'painful blows' to the Syrian regime, a live news broadcast captured the moment of an airstrike behind its studio.
Transportation Minister Miri Regev announces: Israir authorized to operate direct flights to New York, joining El Al and Arkia as the third Israeli airline flying to the US.
Prime Minister Netanyahu asks the Druze in the Golan Heights to show restraint and allow the IDF to operate to protect their brethren on the Syrian side of the border.
The 17-year-old expressed admiration for the killer who stabbed 3 children to death in Southport last year and planned a similar attack on a concert.
IDF targets entrance of Syrian regime's military headquarters, following attacks against Druze population in southern Syria.
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Israel's Foreign Minister warns of escalating violence against minorities in Syria and urges international action to prevent further atrocities and regional instability.
Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto praises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's struggle for Israel's security, says message that victory comes with G-d's help 'reverberates throughout the entire Jewish world.'
As UTJ exits coalition, internal tensions within haredi bloc resurface as divide deepens between Gur-affiliated factions and the Shlomei Emunim alliance with Belz.
Eilat Port to shut operations after municipality seizes bank accounts due to unpaid property taxes; the port has been idle since the war began and due to Houthi threats in the Red Sea.
Bazan Group reported an estimated $150-$200 million in damage following an Iranian missile strike on its Haifa facility, with three employees killed in the attack.
A Hebrew University expert says satellite images reveal that around 70% of Gaza's buildings have been destroyed or severely damaged, with Rafah seeing nearly 90% destruction.
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IDF troops thwart infiltration attempt by dozens of suspects from Syria near Hader; several Israeli civilians cross into Syria near Majdal Shams.
In an unprecedented move, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee came to the court where Prime Minister Netanyahu was testifying to support him.
Nearly six months into Trump’s presidency, position of US special envoy to combat antisemitism remains vacant, as Senate delays confirmation hearings for Yehuda Kaploun - despite rising global antisemitism.
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US lawmakers made multiple threats against Ireland after Yossi Dagan asked them to intercede against the Irish bill to ban Israeli goods from Judea and Samaria.
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