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Lebanese President:

'Diplomatic efforts have reduced risk of war with Israel'

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says the threat of renewed war with Israel has eased thanks to diplomatic efforts and a de-escalation mechanism, despite ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

Analysis: Netanyahu trial

Case 4000 unravels as witness claims exculpatory evidence hidden

This is no longer merely a trial of a prime minister. It has become a trial and exposure of the system that brought him to the dock.

Amid antisemitism wave

Australian man faces jail over Nazi salutes

18-year-old Australian charged over Nazi salutes and neo-Nazi stickers as Jewish leaders warn antisemitism is a public safety threat after Bondi attack and a Hanukkah-linked firebombing.

Gallant responds:

'Let them release the footage, I have no problem'

Former Defense Minister Gallant responds to Eli Feldstein’s claim that the Prime Minister’s Office holds footage against him: “Let them release the video - I have no problem with it.”

Syria kills senior ISIS leader, arrests others

Syrian forces, with US-led coalition support, kill a senior ISIS leader and capture several others near Damascus amid a new phase of coordinated anti-terror operations.

Romi Gonen reveals:

'The terrorist put a gun to my head and threatened me'

Former hostage Romi Gonen speaks publicly for the first time about the assaults she endured in captivity. President Herzog: “This is sexual violence and a systematic attempt to crush the soul.”

Ahead of party congress

Kim Jong Un vows expanded missile development

North Korean leader vows continued missile development, ratifying a five-year arms plan as North Korea boosts its munitions industry and unveils a new nuclear-powered submarine.

Drama near Hebron:

Border Police soldier enters PA territory

A civilian reports seeing a woman in uniform entering an Arab vehicle near the Elias Junction, prompting an intensive search operation by Border Police and IDF forces.

Due to attacks on Christians

Trump orders US strikes on ISIS in Nigeria

US forces strike ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria after Trump’s order, responding to terrorist attacks on Christians. Trump calls the strikes “powerful and deadly” in a Truth Social post.

Pope quotes Israeli poet in Christmas sermon

During his Christmas sermon at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV cites Israeli poet Yehuda Amichai’s poem, the only non-biblical source in his address.

Hamas:

'We will continue searching for the body of Ran Gvili'

A senior Hamas official says the search for the last hostage’s body is ongoing and promises it will be transferred to Israel once accurate information about its location is obtained.

Left-wing protest leader

'1,200 people were murdered because we didn't bring down govt'

In an interview, Shikma Bressler claimed that the avoidance of protests against the government by many members of the public contributed to the events of October 7th.

Millions at risk:

New blood test could identify hypertrophic cardiomyopathy risk

Scientists develop new blood test to identify individuals at high risk of developing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, most common inherited heart disease. Lead researcher: 'We will be able to tailor life-saving treatment.'

Unusual incident on Egyptian border

An Israeli-Bedouin citizen was killed by gunfire from an IDF soldier and an armed civilian after being identified by them as a suspect in smuggling activities in a closed military area.

Times Square:

Outrage at billboard with 'Jesus is Palestinian' message

A Times Square billboard draws criticism for being divisive and historically inaccurate, while ADC says it aims to highlight cultural connections between Christians, Arabs, and Muslims.

IDF rep reveals:

Political leadership ordered to strengthen PA economy

IDF representative tells Knesset subcommittee that Israeli Arabs are being allowed into Jenin and Tulkarm to boost PA economy.

Bereaved families demand:

No rebuilding of Gaza before Hamas defeat, last hostage returned

During a protest held this evening by bereaved families outside the cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, the demonstrators called on the prime minister not to yield to pressure.

2nd time in under 2 weeks

Soldier killed by gunfire at base in north

An IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north - less than two weeks after a previous incident in which another IDF soldier was killed in shooting at a base in the north.

Will indictment be annulled?

Incoming MAG to decide fate of Force 100 soldiers

President of the military court demands that prosecution respond to defense attorneys' request to drop indictments against Force 100 soldiers.

IDF bids farewell to the name 'Swords of Iron'

In accordance with the government’s decision, the Chief of Staff instructed the IDF to stop using the name "Swords of Iron" and to switch to "War of Redemption."

IDF probes shooting and ramming incident involving reservist

IDF claims serious incident near Dayr Jarir a severe violation of authority and terminates reservist's service.

Face of terror in Gaza

Mortar shells found hidden in children's blankets

The Northern Gaza Brigade destroyed terrorist infrastructure in the northern Gaza Strip, eliminated terrorists and located hidden weapons.

One dead in traffic accident near Ofra

Traffic accident between Palestinian Authority truck and Israeli car on Route 60 leaves man of about 30 dead.

Watch:

Captivity survivor and war widow in moving duet

Freed hostage Agam Berger duets with war widow Rachel Goldberg in moving performance at educational conference.

Australia

Online antisemitic discourse multiplies after Bondi massacre

Diaspora Affairs Ministry finds that antisemitic social media posts in Australia rose from about 3,000 a daybefore the Bondi massacre to about 20,000 after the attack.

Netanyahu:

'Metro line extension to revolutionize mobility and society'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises new agreement extending metro line to Rishon Lezion as 'social revolution': 'Everyone can get from anywhere to everywhere.'

Watch

First time combat helicopter intercepts drones

The IDF reports that for the first time, drones were intercepted by an IAF combat helicopter.

The Kosherklaf.com revolution

Educating the generation, connecting to holiness

Through articles, charts, a WhatsApp support line, and hands-on classes, Moshe Gantz and Joseph Miller, Founders of Kosherklaf.com, guide buyers to make informed decisions and avoid common errors that render items invalid.

Following scandals:

Health Ministry overhauls sperm donation rules

New Health Ministry guidelines aim to increase pool of sperm donors, reduce risk of genetic illnesses among offspring. The Ministry is now inviting the public to comment.

Lebanon

Key terrorist from Iranian 'Quds Force' eliminated

The IDF stated that the terrorist operated under the Revolutionary Guards and was involved in Iranian-directed terrorist activity against the State of Israel.

Captivity survivor:

'Hamas admits that the protests helped them'

Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor reveals Hamas' military knowledge, stresses, 'They know more than most soldiers.'

Turkey

115 ISIS operatives arrested in Christmas attack plot

Turkish police raid over 100 locations in Istanbul to thwart plot to attack many Christmas and New Year's celebrations throughout the country.

Smotrich on QatarGate

'Even if Netanyahu didn't know, it's a problem'

Minister Smotrich addressed the QatarGate scandal at the National Education Conference: "This is absolute madness. I'm shocked by the correspondence that was published."

To preserve the US and Islam, we must root out radical Islamists

Classic Islam does not demean a person’s individual path of submission to divine will. Quran 3:113-4 requires that we must respect the religious choices of Christians and Jews, who it refers to as the Ahi al Kitab (People of the Book).

Preferential Treatment:

Worshipper at Western Wall arrested due to Women of the Wall

Liba Center claims worshippers were removed and an unwarranted arrest was made on behalf of the Women of the Wall.

Looking Forward:

Vayigash, Vayechi, Yehuda, 10 Tevet - the choice of the future

The temptation to despair is strong. But Torah teaches that we cannot remain there. We must act responsibly, together, and with unity.

Hassidic Rebbe:

'We can't live without a smartphone these days - but be careful'

The Karlin Rebbe reversed a long-standing trend against smartphones during a celebration for the end of Hanukkah this week.

Defense Minister:

'Israel will never leave the territory of Gaza'

Minister Israel Katz assured that even after returning the Gaza Strip to Arab control, Israel will continue to hold a buffer zone inside the enclave.

Parashat Vayigash:

The message of the wagons

How Yossef is showing and hinting to Yaakov how he dealt with the Egyptian world successfully.

Moving story of a war widow's engagement

A meeting at a Chabad House in Michigan led to the engagement of Naora, the widow of Bechor Swid, who fell on October 7 while defending the town of Shlomit.

Station clarifies

IDF radio host praises anti-Israel director

A Galei Tzahal broadcaster praised actor and filmmaker Mohammad Bakri after announcing his death, drawing sharp criticism from ministers and Knesset members; the station later issued a clarification.

Dvar Haftorah:

Our shared past and future

The prophet clarifies: Unity demands shared purpose, honest self-examination and recommitment to what binds us together.

Parashat Vayigash:

G-d’s plan and man’s responsibility

This is perhaps the most dramatic narrative in the entire Torah. Why did Yosef suddenly conclude the charade?

Redemption - The union of forces

In the end, Rachel and Leah are is not a competition, but a single system.

9 months later

Houthis confirm deaths of senior commanders in US strikes

After months of concealing it, Houthi terrorists in Yemen admitted that several missile and UAV forces commanders were eliminated in US drone strikes in March.

Israel weather:

Stormy weekend on the horizon

Thursday's warmer weather will pass by Friday as a weekend storm system approaches the Holy Land.

Lessons From Iran War:

Home Front Command to change shelter standard

The changes will include clear markings for doors, reinforcement of interior walls, and making shelter doors resistant to small-arms fire.

The Bondi massacre of Jews and da’wah damage-control

Da'wah is jihad-of-the-tongue. Read how Muslim reactions to Bondi show a whole psychological attack on the Australian people, so you can recognize it in other places. Opinion.

Our love is greater than their hate

In the West, peace means “live and let live.” In Islam, peace means the world has bent the knee to Allah. What does love have to do with it? Opiniion.

Espionage war continues

Iran sent Israeli to document former PM Bennett's home

Authorities arrested Israeli man on suspicion of carrying out surveillance missions for Iranian handlers, including filming near former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s home.

The vacuum

There is a strategic and political vacuum in Gaza. We should fill it now, before it is too late once again and we revert to the same failed policies of the last seventy years. Opinion.

Twice In A Week:

Border Police demolished structures in Israeli homestead

Border Police and the Civil Administration soldiers demolished houses and a goat pen and arrested two right-wing activists at the Mikneh Avraham hilltop homestead.

Beitar Illit Mayor rejects sovereignty proposal

Beitar Illit Mayor Meir Rubenstein harshly criticized a sovereignty bill proposed by Yisrael Beytenu MK Oded Forer, calling it a populist move and demanding proof of genuine intent.

Post-Hanukkah educational challenge:

Jewish hoiidays - Why do we focus on Miracles?

Last week we celebrated Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights - which is all about Miracles. Why are miracles so important? Watch and find out.

Three Months Later:

Israel returns body of Allenby Crossing terrorist to Jordan

Three months after the deadly attack at the Allenby Crossing in which two IDF soldiers were killed, and two weeks after the crossing was reopened, Israel returned the body of the attacker Abd al-Qaisi to Jordan.

Shani Louk HY"D's father:

They didn't check the calendar

A New York Landmark Building tried to erase my daughter’s memory. A simple calendar check would have told us if the building is available on the date we asked for, bu we were ignored. Opinion.