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Bnei Brak:

Two arrested for pulling down mezuzah

Two young residents of eastern Jerusalem who were caught on camera pulling the sacred object off a building in Bnei Brak and throwing it in the trash were arrested a short time later.

Two arrested for pulling down mezuzah

Help ZAKA hero

A light that refuses to go out: Natan Kenig's story this Hanukkah

For 28 years, he lit others' darkest moments. On October 7, he spent months ensuring no family was left without closure. Now the light-bearer needs light. This Hanukkah, will we let his flame go out?

A light that refuses to go out: Natan Kenig's story this Hanukkah

Economic sanctions for yeshivas: Here's how it will work

Defense Ministry Director General to be able to impose sanctions on yeshivas if students fail to meet legal requirements for full-time Torah study.

Economic sanctions for yeshivas: Here's how it will work

Rain, snow, and flood risk

Severe winter storm starts tonight

A severe winter system is expected to begin tonight in the north and spread to the center. The peak will arrive on Thursday with up to 100mm of rain in the Gush Dan area and along the coast.

Severe winter storm starts tonight

Ben-Gvir in Bedouin village:

‘Whoever isn’t normative, we will cut them down’

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the Bedouin village of Tarabin after vehicles were torched in Lehavim, vowing intensified enforcement under Operation 'New Order.'

‘Whoever isn’t normative, we will cut them down’

Nir Barkat advancing trade with Qatar

Economy Minister Nir Barkat, reportedly advancing bill to declare Qatar a terror-supporting state, is advancing a process to allow Israelis to do trade with Qatar.

Nir Barkat advancing trade with Qatar

182,000 births in 2025

Natural growth in Israel continues to strengthen

In 2025, approximately 182,000 babies were born in Israel, and there was a decrease in the number of deaths - however, the number of immigrants decreased to just about 24.6 thousand.

Natural growth in Israel continues to strengthen

Haredi MK:

There are more draft-dodgers in Tel Aviv than among haredim

United Torah Judaism chief MK Yitzhak Goldknopf meets 12th graders from Ulpanat Ra'aya in Beit El, answers their questions about the lack of haredi enlistment.

There are more draft-dodgers in Tel Aviv than among haredim

Intermarriage IS Antisemitism:

The ultimate threat to Jewish survival

If a swastika on a wall provokes outrage while an interfaith wedding invites applause, our moral compass is dangerously off course.

The ultimate threat to Jewish survival

The Chabad paradigm for Israel's security

Israel’s political, intelligence and diplomatic corps along with the media must remember they are in the employ of victory on the battlefield and security during peace time.

The Chabad paradigm for Israel's security

Iran’s currency collapse amid the collapse of a lie

Did Israel and America auction off Iran’s national wealth to finance Islamist militias, proxy wars, and regional chaos across the Middle East? Opinion.

Iran’s currency collapse amid the collapse of a lie

Chief of Staff: In 2026, we'll implement lessons from the war

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks at Ground Forces' conference, promises coming year will see improved readiness, integrating lessons from October 7th massacre, and supporting both reserve and career service members.

Chief of Staff: In 2026, we'll implement lessons from the war

Ben-Gvir confronts Committee for the Advancement of Women

The minister arrived unexpectedly at a hearing of the Committee for the Advancement of the Status of Women and declared that he had done more for women in a year than the committee had in three.

Ben-Gvir confronts Committee for the Advancement of Women

Two haredi women arrested in Prague for drug smuggling

Two haredi women, both in their 20s, arrested in Prague airport on suspicion of transporting large quantities of khat.

Two haredi women arrested in Prague for drug smuggling

Holocaust survivor killed by Russian missile in Ukraine

Yevgeny Alexandrovich Bondar, 80, dies of injuries after being struck by Russian missile in Kherson, Ukraine.

Holocaust survivor killed by Russian missile in Ukraine

Baruch Marzel criticizes sovereignty campaign

Baruch Marzel criticizes the leaders of the Yesha Council and says the sovereignty campaign diverts attention from the issues that really matter.

Baruch Marzel criticizes sovereignty campaign

Knesset holds hearing on bill to sentence terrorists to death

Knesset National Security Committee discusses 'Death Penalty for Terrorists' bill, injured veteran stresses bill 'is a must.'

Knesset holds hearing on bill to sentence terrorists to death

Health Ministry reveals best and worst ERs in Israel

The Health Ministry has published a report ranking Israel's hospitals on a series of healthcare criteria.

Health Ministry reveals best and worst ERs in Israel

Supreme Court conference sparks uproar

Justice Minister Yariv Levin orders cancellation of left-wing conference scheduled to be held in the Supreme Court. 'Time to understand the Supreme Court belongs to all citizens of Israel.'

Supreme Court conference sparks uproar

Supreme Court orders October 7th investigation halted

The Supreme Court ordered the State Comptroller to suspend audits in areas of political and investigative sensitivity until the petition is decided.

Supreme Court orders October 7th investigation halted

Five vehicles set aflame in Lehavim

Investigative sources say vehicle fires likely 'price tag' action on part of Negev Bedouin, in response to largescale police operation.

Five vehicles set aflame in Lehavim

Mamdani appoints terrorist defender to NY chief council

The incoming mayor of New York has announced the appointment of attorney Ramzi Kassem as New York's legal counsel. Kassem, born in Syria, previously defended an al-Qaeda terrorist.

Mamdani appoints terrorist defender to NY chief council

Report:

Israel's growth falls to 0.9%

The Taub Center's report points to a decline in the population growth rate, net emigration, falling fertility, and a projected increase in mortality up to 2040.

Israel's growth falls to 0.9%

Gov. Hochul says she helped block demolition of historic shul

Historic Kingsbrook Synagogue, originally slated for destruction in Brooklyn development plan, to remain standing.

Gov. Hochul says she helped block demolition of historic shul

Analysis:

Deciphering the Trump-Netanyahu meeting at Mar-a-Lago

The relationship between the Trump and Netanyahu is very strong. There is complete alignment on Hamas, Hezbollah, Syria and Iran. And Trump’s fondness toward Israel remains unshakable. Opinion.

Deciphering the Trump-Netanyahu meeting at Mar-a-Lago

The Billion-Dollar Bluff:

Why Egypt is playing the "Debt-for-Displacement" card right now

Egypt is losing the battle for the Red Sea as Israel's recognition of Somaaliland proves a diplomatic coup that puts Cairo in the shade. Opinion.

Why Egypt is playing the "Debt-for-Displacement" card right now

The Cremation Crisis

Asarah B'Tevet: The Jewish Response to Antisemitic Terror

Shema Yisrael: Our Answer When Jews Are Murdered for Being Jews

Asarah B'Tevet: The Jewish Response to Antisemitic Terror

Are American Conservatives still pro-Israel?

The claim of the rise of antisemitism on the right presupposes that those making the antisemitic comments represent the part of the right wing Maga viewpoint, Do they?

Are American Conservatives still pro-Israel?

Nationwide operation

Turkey arrests 357 ISIS suspects

Turkish police arrest 357 ISIS suspects in nationwide raids after deadly clashes that killed three officers and six terrorists, amid warnings of planned holiday attacks.

Turkey arrests 357 ISIS suspects

IDF summarizes 2025

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

Spain grants Airbus exemption to use Israeli tech despite ban

Spain exempts Airbus from its Israel trade ban, allowing use of Israeli technology amid deep political tensions in Madrid and continued anti-Israel measures.

Spain grants Airbus exemption to use Israeli tech despite ban

CENTCOM:

25 ISIS terrorists neutralized in Syria

CENTCOM says US and partner forces killed or captured nearly 25 ISIS terrorists in Syria following a massive joint strike with Jordan on December 19.

25 ISIS terrorists neutralized in Syria

UN blasts Israel’s anti-UNRWA legislation as 'outrageous'

The UN warns Israel’s new law targeting UNRWA could deprive millions of Palestinian Arabs of vital services.

UN blasts Israel’s anti-UNRWA legislation as 'outrageous'

Netanyahu on Newsmax:

'Trump brought America back, he's Israel's greatest friend'

Netanyahu hails Trump as “the man who brought America back,” vows to recover Ran Gvili’s remains, and defends Israel’s recognition of Somaliland.

'Trump brought America back, he's Israel's greatest friend'

Erdogan:

'Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is illegitimate'

Turkish President denounces Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as “illegitimate,” as Ankara and Mogadishu vow to preserve Somalia’s unity and deepen Turkish projects in the region.

'Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is illegitimate'

European attack foiled?

Dutch arrest Syrian over ISIS-linked threat

29-year-old Syrian man arrested in the Netherlands for allegedly belonging to ISIS and planning a Christmas-time terror attack in Europe.

Dutch arrest Syrian over ISIS-linked threat

Netanyahu to Fox News:

'Hamas must disarm or disappear, Gaza peace depends on it'

In interview with Bret Baier, PM Netanyahu stresses disarming Hamas is key to Gaza peace, praises Trump’s support, warns Iran, and rejects claims his leadership prolongs war for political gain.

'Hamas must disarm or disappear, Gaza peace depends on it'

The mouse is really roaring

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is generating headlines for sound reasons. Opinion.

The mouse is really roaring

AOC, Bernie Sanders to headline Mamdani’s inauguration in NYC

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will open the inauguration of Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, NYC’s first Muslim mayor, with Bernie Sanders administering the oath during a public ceremony on Broadway.

AOC, Bernie Sanders to headline Mamdani’s inauguration in NYC

The cry of Rani’s father: Don't say 'may God avenge his blood'

Itzik Gvili, father of Rani who was abducted to Gaza, recounts meetings with Trump: “We believe he will return.”

The cry of Rani’s father: Don't say 'may God avenge his blood'

Saying Kaddish for Holocaust victims

The first day at the Auchwittz death camp.

Saying Kaddish for Holocaust victims

Iranian hackers:

'We obtained documents on corruption in Israel

Iranian hacking group claims to obtain damning information from phone of PM’s chief of staff.

'We obtained documents on corruption in Israel

IDF punishes soldiers for serious misconduct in Binyamin village

The IDF confirmed that Paratroopers entered Deir Dibwan without authorization and vandalized Palestinian vehicles, calling the incident severe and sentencing involved soldiers and commanders to prison.

IDF punishes soldiers for serious misconduct in Binyamin village

France:

Mayor publishes antisemitic post, faces impeachment

French interior minister imposes sanctions on mayor of Augignac, France, Bernard Bazinet, after he posted online: 'France is too Jewish to boycott.'

Mayor publishes antisemitic post, faces impeachment

The dramatic intel presented to Trump

Prime Minister Netanyahu told President Trump that Hamas is holding some 60,000 Kalashnikov rifles in Gaza, stressing that disarmament is a prerequisite for any civilian rehabilitation.

The dramatic intel presented to Trump

IDF omits important detail

Smuggling drone only caught after third trip

A police official told the Knesset that a drone smuggling weapons from Egypt crossed the border twice before being intercepted, a detail omitted from the IDF’s official report on the incident.

Smuggling drone only caught after third trip

Historic desecration:

Farmer destroys 150-year-old Jewish cemetery in Ukraine

Police launch investigation after a farmer in Ukraine plowed a 19th-century Jewish cemetery, destroying tombstones, which United Jewish Community says is a known burial site, verified by maps and testimonies.

Farmer destroys 150-year-old Jewish cemetery in Ukraine

US Treasury targets Iran-Venezuela weapons trade

The US sanctions Iran and Venezuela-linked entities for aiding Iran’s drone and missile programs, posing regional security threats.

US Treasury targets Iran-Venezuela weapons trade

Rise in suicide rates:

IDF reports 151 soldier deaths in 2025

The Israel Defense Forces released its 2025 casualty report, and expands mental health programs and resilience initiatives to support soldiers during and after service.

IDF reports 151 soldier deaths in 2025

Israel to suspend permits for aid groups over Gaza regulations

Israel said it will revoke permits for more than two dozen humanitarian groups in Gaza, 'measures which are necessary to prevent the exploitation of humanitarian aid.'

Israel to suspend permits for aid groups over Gaza regulations

Bennett:

Netanyahu's aides must receive life sentences for treason

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett urged Benjamin Netanyahu to stop defending aides tied to the Qatargate scandal, accusing them of deliberate treason that harmed Israel’s security and relations with Egypt during wartime.

Netanyahu's aides must receive life sentences for treason

Arab world responds to Deni Avdija's All Star voting success

From claims of 'IDF bots' to open anger among Turkish fans, the publication of the interim fan-voting results for the NBA All-Star Game has sparked a storm across the Arab world.

Arab world responds to Deni Avdija's All Star voting success

'We will not donate':

Donors from US will donate to Torah institutions that support IDF

Jewish donors from US will only support Torah institutions that support IDF: 'because of our commitment to Torah.'

Donors from US will donate to Torah institutions that support IDF

'Block Bnei Brak'

The creative counter to haredi roadblocks

Organizers plan to drive slowly near entrances to the haredi city, especially on Friday, to protest the traffic disruptions regularly caused by anti-conscription demonstrations.

The creative counter to haredi roadblocks

IDF Reserve Officer:

'We're supporting an enemy army inside Israel'

Following the extensive military exercise conducted by the PA, which included seizures of towns and the use of RPG launchers, Brig.-Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi warns that the PA will soon turn on Israel.

'We're supporting an enemy army inside Israel'

Soldiers won't be considered fallen soldiers after suicide

A special committee recommended tailored support and guidance for families of regular and reserve soldiers who served on October 7 or in the subsequent war and ended their lives after service.

Soldiers won't be considered fallen soldiers after suicide