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Supreme Court rejects PM's request to lift order on ISA chief

Justices again call on govt. and AG to reach a compromise on the dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, reject PM's request to lift the interim order keeping Bar at his position.

Painful meeting between bereaved father and ISA director.

Itzik Bontzel, a bereaved father, talked with ISA director Ronen Bar and personally demanded that he resign.

Closure:

Sivan Elkabets' computer returned to her parents

Sivan was murdered during the October 7th massacre. Her laptop was stolen from her house. Today, it was returned to her family.

Bennett:

'The Netanyahu doctrine: Threaten and do nothing'

Former PM criticizes current PM following report Israel drafted plans to destroy Iran's nuclear program but shelved the attack plans due to pressure from the Trump Administration.'

Fire breaks out in Dead Sea hotel

Fire breaks out near David Dead Sea Resort & Spa, marking second fire in the area in less than a week.

Six months after his murder:

Baby girl born to murdered Chabad emissary

Wife of murdered Chabad-Lubavitch emissary Rabbi Zvi Kogan gives birth to the couple's firstborn daughter, six months after her husband's brutal murder.

Hamas suffering severe financial crisis

Targeted eliminations and suspension of humanitarian aid to Gaza have drained the terror group of its funds and decision-making system, report says.

One Year Later:

Dramatic footage of the battle for Khan Yunis

Newly published footage shows a soldier's daring rescue of his comrade.

Trump must stick to his guns on Harvard sanctions

Trump is right to declare war on Harvard’s woke antisemites. They have declared war on Western civilization. Opinion

A Jewish Army:

How the IDF Rabbinate prepared for Passover

Over 200,000 pounds of Matzah and combat-friendly “Seder kits” - and that's for starters.

Op-ed:

A Nation at War, A Leader Under Pressure

It's okay to be angry, but right now, we are still fighting for our survival. We need a leader who is focused, steady, and strong.

Breaking:

IDF to demolish homes of terrorists who injure Israelis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accepts recommendation by National Security Council to demolish homes of terrorists who 'only' injured Israelis, and not limit demolitions to murders.

Officer killed in motorcycle accident saves eyes

Police Sergeant Igor Orelik, 31, passed away after being critically injured in a motorcycle accident on his way to work. His wife Tanya agreed to donate his organs.

Report: US asked Egypt to investigate condition of Edan Alexander

US asks Egypt to find out condition of dual citizen hostage Edan Alexander following Hamas' claims that contact with the group holding him captive was lost.

Elon Musk asked for his Jewish child to remain uncircumcised

Elon Musk reportedly asked Ashley St. Clair not to circumcise his Jewish child.

Israel’s ‘privileged class’: Its roots and its rot

There were other battles in the early Jewish state—internal elements such as economic and societal concerns, ideological and practical. Opinion.

US sanctions Iran’s oil sector, targets Chinese refinery

US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, including a China-based teapot refinery, to intensify pressure on Tehran. The move is part of the Trump administration’s renewed “maximum pressure” strategy, aimed at halting Iran’s oil revenues and nuclear ambitions.

Ottawa council backs effort to ban Nazi symbols across Canada

Ottawa's city council unanimously backs a national initiative to outlaw Nazi-era symbols, lending official support to B’nai Brith Canada’s campaign. The motion urges federal leaders to ban hateful imagery such as the Hakenkreuz.

ICC to Hungary:

'Explain the failure to detain Netanyahu'

The International Criminal Court formally requests that Hungary explain why it did not arrest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit earlier this month, despite an ICC-issued warrant related to alleged crimes in Gaza.

IRS reportedly weighs move to strip Harvard of tax-exempt status

The IRS is considering revoking Harvard University’s tax-exempt status, sources say, as the Trump administration intensifies efforts to penalize the institution for resisting policy directives.

Brooklyn:

Driver denies charges in crash that killed Jewish mother and kids

Brooklyn woman accused of causing a deadly crash that killed a Jewish mother and her two daughters pleads not guilty to second-degree manslaughter charges.

Because of Gal Gadot

Lebanon blocks Disney’s 'Snow White'

Lebanon bans Disney’s live-action “Snow White” due to Israeli actress Gal Gadot’s role in the film. Gadot has long been blacklisted in the country for her IDF service and outspoken support for Israel.

Report:

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks

The New York Times reports that President Trump postponed US support for an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, choosing to pursue negotiations with Tehran instead. Israeli plans for a May attack were halted following Trump’s decision to engage Iran in talks, the report says.

Fatah:

'Release of the terrorists is a top priority'

According to PA data, there are over 9,900 security detainees and prisoners in Israel, of whom 1,747 have been designated by Israel as unlawful combatants.

Trump expands role of Adam Boehler as hostage envoy

US President grants Adam Boehler broad authority to coordinate across government agencies on hostage-related matters. The move follows controversy over Boehler’s meeting with Hamas and comes as efforts intensify to secure the release of American hostages in Gaza.

Three Israelis returned after crossing into Gazan territory

Three Israeli civilians cross the border from Israeli territory into the Gaza Strip. IDF troops operating in the area return them to Israeli territory.

Watch:

Putin hosts captivity survivor Sasha Troufanov, thanks Hamas

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts former hostages, including Sasha Troufanov, who was released in the most recent deal, at the Kremlin for the first time.

'Hero of Israel'

Detained Shin Bet agent receives hero's welcome

The Shin Bet agent who was arrested for allegedly leaking documents to a politician and journalists was welcomed home after being released to house arrest.

Hostage families to Dermer:

'Free all hostages at once, don't select between them'

Representatives of the Tikva Forum met with Minister Ron Dermer to receive an overview of the state of negotiations for the release of the remaining hostages.

Near disaster

Watch: Boat sinks in the Sea of Galilee, four rescued

A boat carrying two adults and two children began sinking in the Sea of Galilee, police rescued all onboard.

House of terrorist involved in killing IDF officer destroyed

המחבל, יחד עם מחבל נוסף, לפני כעשרה חודשים לקח חלק בהריגת סרן אלון סקאג'יו ז"ל באירוע מבצעי בג'נין בו נפצעו 16 לוחמים נוספים

Report:

Gaza has 1 month's supply of food left

Israel estimates that stopping the transfer of humanitarian aid will result in the Gaza Strip running out of food within a month, which would increase pressure on Hamas to end the war on Israel's terms.

IAEA Director:

'Iran not far from possessing nuclear weapons'

Rafael Grossi told a French newspaper that while they still have a long way to go, the world has to recognize that Iran is 'not far' from obtaining nuclear weapons.

When will we ever learn?

What happened to: Never forget: Never again? Opinion.

Hostage's brother appeals to Hamas on Al Jazeera

Moshe Or, the brother of Hamas hostage Avinatan Or, called on Hamas to release all information on his brother's condition and on the govt. to end the war as part of a deal to release all remaining hostages.

Netanyahu to Supreme Court:

Lift order delaying dismissal of Ronen Bar

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked the Supreme Court to lift its order delaying the dismissal of Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.

UK:

Anti-Israel orgs. submit request to arrest Minister Sa'ar

Global Legal Action Network (GLAN) and the Hind Rajab Foundation submitted a request to the UK Attorney General to issue an arrest warrant for Minister Gideon Sa’ar, who is visiting the country.

Renewal of operations:

IDF divides up Gaza Strip, seizes 30% of territory

1,200 terror targets have been struck from the air by 350 fighter jets and aircraft. Approximately 30% of the Gaza Strip’s territory is now designated as an Operational Security Perimeter.

Watch:

Elimination of terrorist who murdered 3 in Funduq attack

The police have released documentation of the elimination of Mohammad Zakarana, the third terrorist from the Islamic Jihad squad that carried out the deadly shooting attack in Kafr Funduq.

'No to terror - Gaza's humiliated'

Anti-Hamas demonstrations in Gaza return

For the first time in three weeks, Gazans have hit the street to call for the end of the war and Hamas rule.

They chose values:

Robotics team forfeits international contest to observe Passover

The student robotics team of the Lapid Bnei Akiva Yeshiva High School gave up on their chances of taking 1st place since the final rounds fell out on the last day of Passover.

Gov. Josh Shapiro:

Arson suspect cited 'what he wants to do to Palestinian people'

The suspect accused of attempting to murder Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on the Seder night used Shapiro's alleged 'injustices against Palestinian people' in his justification for the late night arson.

'Iran Must Feel the Pain'

Sid Rosenberg's powerful suggestion to President Trump

American radio host Sid Rosenberg spoke with US President Trump and presented a powerful suggestion for dealing with Iran. Opinion.

Elise Stefanik:

'Not entitled to funds if you don't protect Jewish students'

NY Congresswoman defends Trump Administration's decision to freeze billions in federal funds to Harvard. 'We have a responsibility to be good stewards, to make sure that they are protecting Jewish students, and they have abjectively failed.'

Senior IDF officers:

Hamas was surprised by the war's renewal

So far, 350 terrorists have been eliminated, including seven battalion commanders, 11 company commanders, and some 40 officials and sources of knowledge, and 12 governmental targets have been hit.

Noa Argamani chosen as one of TIME Magazine's top 100

Noa Argamani, who was abducted by terrorists on October 7th, 2023, freed in a daring military operation, and has since become one of the more vocal activists for the hostages' release, was chosen as one of TIME Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2025.

Islamic Jihad releases propaganda video of hostage Rom Braslavski

Islamic Jihad's militant wing published a propaganda video of hostage Rom Braslavski to pressure Israel. Braslavski saved dozens of partygoers at the Nova music festival on October 7 before he was abducted.

After being found in Rafah

Watch: Billie the dog returns to her family in Nir Oz

Billie, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who was abducted on October 7th, 2023, and was found this week by soldiers in Rafah, had an emotional reunion with her family from Nir Oz.

Report:

South African ICJ case against Israel delayed by 6 months

Israel secures 6-month period to prepare its response after objecting to South Africa's illegal attempt to submit evidence without allowing Israel to view said evidence, i24NEWS reports.

More good news from Mt. Sinai…

An excellent new approach to how Jews must deal with intractable, sworn enemies. Opinion.

Campus Antisemitism:

Harvard’s ‘resistance’ to Trump isn’t about academic freedom

The school would rather lose $9 billion in federal funding than offend the left and give up woke indoctrination policies that enable and encourage antisemitism. Opinion.

ISA agent who leaked information to be released to house arrest

The ISA agent who was arrested on suspicion of leaking to the media is expected to be released to a month-long house arrest.

Two American tourists injured in rock attack

Terrorists hurl rocks, paint bottle, towards tourist bus in Samaria, lightly injuring two US citizen women. IDF searching for terrorists.

The role of the Arabs in modern Jewish history

The Arab’s role today is the same as the Canaanite's. Opinion.

This is why a bomb fell in an Israeli field near the Gaza border

The 300-kilogram bomb did not fully detonate, but created a deep crater in the field.

Defense Minister:

'No intention to send aid to Gaza'

Due to severe criticism voiced from within the coalition, Defense Minister Katz published a clarification stating that there is no intention to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza.