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"Restore sanity": Rabbis' call to Shin Bet Head Zini

Three rabbis from the religious Zionist community have issued a joint call for a change in enforcement policy regarding Jewish detainees in Judea and Samaria.

"Restore sanity": Rabbis' call to Shin Bet Head Zini

Giulio Meotti:

London: How you can conquer a country with demography

“When the eco-citizen claims to ask the most disturbing question-‘What world will we leave to our children?’-he avoids asking the truly unsettling one: ‘To which children will we leave the world?’".

London: How you can conquer a country with demography

Torah Mitzion: Vaeira

Hakarat Hatov

Do we show gratitude to someone who helped us if he also benefitted? What does it signify to show gratitude to inanimate objects as Moses did?

Hakarat Hatov

Shema Yisrael, Tzitzit, and Tefillin:

Faith, Identity, and Jewish Resilience

Shema Yisrael "Hear, O Israel" is our declaration of Jewish faith. Its opening verse affirms the unity of Hashem and the absolute core of Jewish belief. The Shema has preserved Jewish identity and resilience throughout the ages.

Faith, Identity, and Jewish Resilience

When Cynicism Masquerades as Analysis:

Candace Owens and the sabotage of Iran’s struggle for freedom

To attribute this revolt to Israel is to deny Iranians their humanity and their courage. How paternalistic. Shame on Candace Owens. Opinion.

Candace Owens and the sabotage of Iran’s struggle for freedom

Bodies held hostage

Iran demands large payments from families of murdered protesters

Testimonies from parents of those murdered during protests in Iran reveal that authorities are demanding large sums of money in exchange for returning the bodies of their children.

Iran demands large payments from families of murdered protesters

One killed, dozens injured in 3 traffic accidents overnight

Three serious road accidents through the night: youngster killed, two in serious condition in north and 27 injured in south

One killed, dozens injured in 3 traffic accidents overnight

Melanie Phillips:

The high stakes in Iran

Ending the Islamic regime in Tehran would help reset the West’s moral compass. Opinion.

The high stakes in Iran

'Historic meeting'

Venezuelan opposition leader gives Trump her Nobel medal

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado calls her meeting with Trump “historic," urges US support for Venezuela’s opposition.

Venezuelan opposition leader gives Trump her Nobel medal

Witkoff reveals:

'Trump shed a tear meeting freed hostages at the White House'

Speaking at the IAC National Summit, Witkoff says Trump shed a tear during the White House visit of 20 freed hostages, and reflects on his own personal loss and the meaning he found in helping their families.

'Trump shed a tear meeting freed hostages at the White House'

Report:

Trump advised major Iran strike unlikely to topple regime

US officials tell the Wall Street Journal that Trump’s advisers warned him that a major strike won’t topple the Iranian regime and could spark wider conflict.

Trump advised major Iran strike unlikely to topple regime

Senior Gaza official proposes:

Dump construction waste into the sea

Ali Shaath, head of the committee managing Gaza’s affairs, announces the launch of the Strip’s reconstruction plan, which includes three stages. Completion of rebuilding may not be finished until 2040.

Dump construction waste into the sea

UK welcomes US move to Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza peace plan

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper welcomes the US move to Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza plan, urging momentum on the ceasefire, more aid, and a Palestinian‑led future grounded in international law.

UK welcomes US move to Phase Two of Trump’s Gaza peace plan

Argentina blacklists Muslim Brotherhood branches as terror groups

Argentina designates Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan as terror groups, aligning with a similar US move.

Argentina blacklists Muslim Brotherhood branches as terror groups

Moving:

Sagui Dekel‑Chen and Idan Raichel together on stage in Florida

Former hostage survivor Sagui Dekel‑Hen opened the IAC Summit in Florida with a moving performance together with Idan Raichel. Watch.

Sagui Dekel‑Chen and Idan Raichel together on stage in Florida

Witkoff on Iran:

'I hope there’s a diplomatic solution'

Speaking at IAC National Summit in Florida, Steve Witkoff urges a diplomatic solution on Iran’s enrichment, missiles, material stockpiles and proxies, and voices support for the Iranian people.

'I hope there’s a diplomatic solution'

Trump:

'Hamas must return the final hostage and disarm'

Trump announces Phase Two of his Gaza peace plan, backs a new Palestinian technocratic government, and demands Hamas disarm and return the final hostage’s body to Israel.

'Hamas must return the final hostage and disarm'

Former CENTCOM chief:

'Before striking Iran, ask the key question - What comes next?'

Speaking at IAC National Summit, Ret. Gen. Michael “Erik" Kurilla urges a full‑government, international strategy on Iran, stressing the need to ask “what comes next" before any action.

'Before striking Iran, ask the key question - What comes next?'

Podcast:

God reveals His name

I will be what I will be: The redemption from Egypt and the name of Hashem.

God reveals His name

Ambassador Waltz:

Trump ready to act to 'stop the slaughter' in Iran

US Ambassador tells UN that “all options are on the table" to stop Iran’s killings, blasting the regime.

Trump ready to act to 'stop the slaughter' in Iran

Phase Two of Gaza plan:

Trump announces launch of 'Board of Peace for Gaza'

Trump launches the “Board of Peace for Gaza" as part of his peace plan. The names of the members will be made public at a later date.

Trump announces launch of 'Board of Peace for Gaza'

Poll:

No clear decision between the blocs

Likud remains the largest party with 26 seats, followed by Naftali Bennett’s party with 22 seats. Neither bloc can form a government without cross-bloc cooperation.

No clear decision between the blocs

US moves aircraft carrier toward Mideast as Iran tensions surge

US shifts at least one aircraft carrier and other assets toward the Middle East as tensions with Iran rise, with planners preparing “more offensive" options depending on Tehran’s next moves.

US moves aircraft carrier toward Mideast as Iran tensions surge

Trump doesn’t get played - he plays the players

There is a master plan behind Trump's behavior towards Iran and Hamas - and it gets results. Opinion.

Trump doesn’t get played - he plays the players

US-Iran:

Graham to travel to Israel as tensions reach critical point

Senator Lindsey Graham says he will travel to Israel to meet Netanyahu as US-Iran tensions spike.

Graham to travel to Israel as tensions reach critical point

Unique incident:

Soldiers transfer a herd of goats from Syria to Judea and Samaria

The Military Police investigated the transfer of a herd of 250 goats from Syria to breeding farms in Judea and Samaria by soldiers, during an operational activity.

Soldiers transfer a herd of goats from Syria to Judea and Samaria

Consumer Price Index:

Housing expenses continue to rise

December 2025 CPI was flat, with price rises in clothing, vegetables, housing, and transport, and drops in culture, food, and health; rents rose, especially for new tenants.

Housing expenses continue to rise

The four words of Redemption

Commentators interpret the meaning of the words used to foretell the Exodus and the Israelites' becoming G-d's chosen nation.

The four words of Redemption

Lt. Col. Ran reveals: How Yahya Sinwar was eliminated

Lieutenant Colonel Ran, who commanded the ground force that eliminated Yahya Sinwar, describes the identification, the assault, and the reaction to the killing of the Hamas leader in Gaza.

Lt. Col. Ran reveals: How Yahya Sinwar was eliminated

UK:

NHS doctor suspended over social media posts praising Hamas

Dr Rahmeh Aladwan, 31, was detained in South Gloucestershire for allegedly expressing support for Hamas online, in antisemitic and pro-terrorism posts, including praising a female Palestinian suicide bomber and her son killed in the October 7 attacks.

NHS doctor suspended over social media posts praising Hamas

Iran attack postponed

The dramatic phone call between Netanyahu and Trump

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with US President Donald Trump and reportedly asked him to delay the possibility of a military strike on Iran.

The dramatic phone call between Netanyahu and Trump

Miracle near Ofra

Terrorists threw an explosive device and a Molotov cocktail at a vehicle near Ofra.

Miracle near Ofra

Anti-Israel protesters enter BBC Scotland HQ

Activists enter BBC Scotland’s Pacific Quay reception, chanting and displaying banners accusing the broadcaster of biased coverage of Gaza.

Anti-Israel protesters enter BBC Scotland HQ

Chief of Staff

IDF alert and ready to defend the citizens of the State

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir visited an Arrow missile battery this evening, took part in an exercise, and reviewed the forces’ readiness to defend the home front.

IDF alert and ready to defend the citizens of the State

Watch

Teen rescued from quicksand

Fire and rescue teams worked to rescue a 14-year-old boy who became trapped in the Ras Khamis neighborhood of Jerusalem.

Teen rescued from quicksand

Haredi battle on bank statements

Haredi Members of Knesset oppose a new Banking Supervision initiative that would move all bank correspondence to a digital format.

Haredi battle on bank statements

Israel declares Iranian bank a terrorist organization

The Minister of Defense has signed a declaration against Iran’s Bank Melli, which serves as a key conduit for transferring funds to the Revolutionary Guards and the Quds Force.

Israel declares Iranian bank a terrorist organization

Ben Gvir:

Death penalty for terrorists essential for deterrence and justice

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir renewed his call to pass legislation imposing the death penalty on terrorists, saying it is necessary to deter attacks and protect Israeli citizens and vowing to push the bill forward without delay.

Death penalty for terrorists essential for deterrence and justice

Iran’s violence is not new - and it is not accidental

This is not a government losing control. It is a regime behaving exactly as it always has. Opiniion.

Iran’s violence is not new - and it is not accidental

Near-tragedy from friendly fire in Shechem

Duvdevan soldiers were mistakenly placed under heavy fire in the Kasbah of Shechem by another unit from the same brigade.

Near-tragedy from friendly fire in Shechem

Parashat Vaeira:

Did the plagues affect the Jews?

A disagreement between the Ramban and the Ibn Ezra.

Did the plagues affect the Jews?

Victory for Trump Admin

Appeals court rejects release of Mahmoud Khalil

3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals rules that judges do not have jurisdiction to order the release and prevent the deportation of controversial Columbia U. activist.

Appeals court rejects release of Mahmoud Khalil

Watch:

IDF launches strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley

Local media outlets reported that IDF strikes targeted Hezbollah targets in the village of Sahmar in the western Bekaa Valley.

IDF launches strikes in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley

Sen. Graham:

Reports Trump backed down from Iran action 'beyond inaccurate'

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) refuted reports that President Donald Trump was backing down from US action in Iran.

Reports Trump backed down from Iran action 'beyond inaccurate'

Report

Ronald Lauder pushed Trump to try to annex Greenland

John Bolton claims that Trump considered purchasing Greenland following a proposal by a businessman - the Jewish billionaire Ronald Lauder.

Ronald Lauder pushed Trump to try to annex Greenland

'Protest symbol' will not be put to death

Erfan Soltani, who was sentenced to death for his part in the protests in Iran, will not be executed.

'Protest symbol' will not be put to death

Machon Meir:

Stages of Redemption

The four words of Redemption allude not only to the Exodus from Egypt, but also to the departure from the subjugation of the four kingdoms that ruled over Israel.

Stages of Redemption

Dvar Haftorah

Between Pharaoh and Persia

What can the ancient prophecy about Pharaoh and dating back over 2500 years tell us about our own world? Quite a bit.

Between Pharaoh and Persia

Watch: Lone soldier Josh Boone is laid to rest

Yehoshua (Josh) Boone served over 700 days in the IDF's reserves, living and serving as a warrior.

Watch: Lone soldier Josh Boone is laid to rest

No significant progress in high-profile murder investigation

Two weeks after 'dramatic development' on 30-year-old murder mystery, no significant breakthroughs have been reported.

No significant progress in high-profile murder investigation

Intense search ongoing for teen lost in Modi'in River

Emergency and rescue forces continued intensive search efforts on Wednesday for a teenage boy who was swept away by a flash flood in the Modi’in River, near the city of Modi’in Illit.

Intense search ongoing for teen lost in Modi'in River

Knesset passes amendment to Guardians Law

Under the new law, guardians and POAs will be able to manage bank accounts and digital payments.

Knesset passes amendment to Guardians Law

Appeal To The Public:

Come to accompany Josh Boone on his final journey

The funeral of Josh Boone, a reserve soldier who served 725 days and died on Monday, will take place at 14:30 at the New Cemetery in Beersheba.

Come to accompany Josh Boone on his final journey

The Prime Minister’s blocking of the Sovereignty Law

An historic missed opportunity that will cost at the ballot box. Op-ed.

The Prime Minister’s blocking of the Sovereignty Law

Over 1,000 olim physicians joined Israel’s healthcare system

A full 541 physicians made aliyah in 2025 through a targeted program, many already integrated into Israel's medical workforce.

Over 1,000 olim physicians joined Israel’s healthcare system

'Execute Them':

Extreme incitement against Jordan Valley farmers

An extreme left-wing activist tweeted to call for the execution of Israeli farmers in the Jordan Valley.

Extreme incitement against Jordan Valley farmers