Lancet study inflated the number of deaths in Gaza
A group of demographers has published a response letter in The Lancet, arguing that a study estimating the number of deaths in Gaza suffers from methodological flaws.
A group of demographers has published a response letter in The Lancet, arguing that a study estimating the number of deaths in Gaza suffers from methodological flaws.


The Israel Dog Unit (IDU) presented its missing persons search and rescue capabilities this week at the annual ISDA conference of the Association of Security Managers in Israel.

US revokes the general license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

US Ambassador Huckabee shares a highlight video from the process of making the Embassy in Jerusalem a reality.
Netanyahu tells CNN that he urged Trump directly not to sell the jets to Turkey, as doing so would 'destroy the power balance in the Middle East.'

The UAE is planning major new ports, pipelines and transport links to eliminate its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz for trade.

Court dismisses Tel Aviv Municipality's lawsuit seeking to evict the 100-year-old Gvurot Yisrael synagogue, sharply criticizing the local authority over its handling of the case.

One must teach children that it is very important for every person to work and support his family • The obligation to teach children a trade by which they can earn a living is from the Torah. And information about The Three Weeks.

New Israeli and US polls show falling confidence in President Trump on Israel's security and declining Democratic support for Israel.

Authorities evacuated nearby buildings, including the Israeli Consulate, after cracks and buckling beams were found in a Midtown tower.

Home Front Command expert teams that arrived in the country as part of the Israeli Aid Delegation conducted structural assessments of buildings in cooperation with local authorities.

If the next generation is not anchored in Torah and yirat Shamayim, everything else we build is standing on unstable ground. This week's parshiyot teach that to us.

After 50 years in print, ArtScroll just agreed to the deepest discount it has ever offered - and DansDeals is the reason it's happening.

A Tibetan set himself on fire in front of the UN, which has dedicated 173 resolutions against Israel and 80 to the rest of the world, and no one noticed. Opinion.

Fire and rescue forces rescued a driver who survived a 15-meter plunge down a cliff after losing control of his vehicle; evacuated him in moderate condition to Rambam Medical Center in Haifa.

Visiting wounded IDF soldiers at Rambam Hospital, Prime Minister Netanyahu praised their resilience and said Israel is more united than it appears.

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon uncovered weapons, explosives and Hezbollah flags hidden inside a civilian home in Tallousa.

“Sinat hinam," baseless hatred, was the cause of the destruction of the Second Temple, and remains our great vulnerability and challenge.

Education Ministry reveals that 157 institutions in Jerusalem's northern neighborhood, Kafr 'Aqab, operate without supervision due to threats, yet continue receiving state funds.

Two Palestinian Arabs arrested overnight during an operation by Hetz Yehuda soldiers, after they were suspected of inciting on social media, supporting terrorism, and glorifying the 10/7 massacre.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Haifa Naval Base: 'Our goal is to ensure the shipping lanes and the freedom of maritime trade.'

President Donald Trump said the US is considering selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, citing what he described as Ankara’s loyalty.

MK Yosef Taieb repeatedly interrupted Rabbi Yirmi Stavisky's testimony before a Knesset committee, accusing the bereaved educator of attacking the haredi community.

New DBT figures show Israeli firms generated 16 UK projects in 2025-2026, with Israel rising to 8th globally per capita this year.

MK Chili Tropper and 'Reservists' leader Yoaz Hendel, announce joint run, say alliance aims to establish broad Zionist government and help create new political force.

Israeli American Council CEO Elan Carr will conclude his tenure in September after three years leading the organization, while remaining in a strategic role as the IAC prepares for its next chapter under new leadership.

Sarah Yahav, daughter of MK Limor Son Har-Melech, gives birth at same hospital where doctors saved her life after terrorists shot her six-months-pregnant mother and murdered her father.

Four suspects have been arrested in connection with an alleged illegal network that manufactured, distributed, and exported anabolic steroids disguised as cosmetic products.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu joins staff at Jerusalem Chabad-Lubavitch school, honoring wife Sara Netanyahu as she concludes 30 years of service as the school's psychologist.

Rabbi Eliyahu Medina, Sephardic rabbi of Jerusalem's Old City, hospitalized in very serious condition following fall.

A public bus driver's quick thinking led to the arrest of a 16-year-old illegal entrant on Monday night, hours after the teenager was allegedly involved in a vehicle theft.

Sagit Afik, legal adviser to Knesset, says Torah Study Law would grant yeshiva students privileges similar to those of soldiers - unless amendments are made.

New Health Ministry report estimates nearly 40% of Israelis are exposed to cigarette smoke infiltrating their homes from neighboring apartments, affecting some four million people.

A new report claims that in recent years the government promoted a series of steps to expand settlement activity in Judea and Samaria, including advancing thousands of housing units and policy changes.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Strait of Hormuz attack linked to the ceasefire framework, insists negotiations on final agreement stalled 'as long as threats continue.'

Explosions heard near hotel in Damascus, Syria, where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying.

Rabbanit Naomi Hadari, 91, widow of the mythological Rabbi Yeshayahu Hadari of Yeshivat Hakotel, passes away.

Israel's Supreme Court has warned that government ministers and public officials could face personal civil liability if they fail to comply with a court ruling on the broadcast authorities.

A thorough explanation of what are known as The Three Oaths regarding the return to the Land of Israel and their application today.

Border Police fire towards two suspects at Qalandiya Crossing; suspects later identified as civilian security guards.

There's room for pizza and sushi, but no room for a women's section.

Pedestrian killed overnight on highway left his vehicle following initial crash, crossed into oncoming traffic, police say.

Ukraine is running dangerously low on Patriot interceptor missiles, limiting its ability to defend Kyiv against Russian ballistic attacks.

I met the world's leading Israel expert at an international newsroom in New York City. Here is my profile of him.

From celebrating the rescue of Jews to questioning whether they should have been rescued at all. Opinion.

Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad makes his first public appearance in months at Khamenei's funeral.

IRGC fires at least two missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, severely damaging two vessels and sparking a fire on an oil tanker, according to a US official.

Utah court hears testimony describing a rooftop sniper position on the opening day of the preliminary murder hearing for Charlie Kirk’s accused assassin.

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Damascus, breaking Western precedent to engage with Syria's new leadership on security and economic rebuilds.

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has offered MK Tally Gotliv a guaranteed spot on the Otzma Yehudit list if she defects from Likud.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly rejects reports of a potential meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, vowing to walk out if they are placed in the same room.

Knesset approves in its first reading the coalition's bill to establish a national-state commission of inquiry into the events of October 7.

President Trump warns that the US will "finish the job" if talks with Iran fail, prompting Iranian officials to threaten retaliation in "another language."

Israel's ZAKA Search & Rescue team deploys to Venezuela, working with local authorities to find earthquake survivors and assess structural damage.

Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner is evaluating his campaign's future after strongly denying a new allegation of a 2021 sexual assault.

Border Police officers and IDF troops rescue 10 Israeli civilians who entered Qalqilya in an attempt to locate a stolen motorcycle, after dozens of Palestinian Arabs swarmed around them.

The Zionist Organization of America is warning against restoring Turkey to the F-35 program, arguing that any sale of advanced fighter jets or related technology would endanger Israel's security and American strategic interests.

Recent developments should sound a warning bell within the national camp. If indeed Trump’s points-based plan is advancing apace, the time remaining to shape a different reality is rapidly shrinking. Op-ed.

Rabbi Tamir Granot, father of fallen IDF soldier Amitai Granot, urges lawmakers to add just a few words to the proposed Basic Law of Torah Study.

The baby, Sara Chaya Biton, was found unconscious in a residential building in Beit Shemesh. According to testimonies, her older sister slept with her in the same bed and apparently unintentionally pressed on her. Police investigating.
