Former MK and Ambassador Michael Oren weighs in on the Gaza war, IDF’s endurance, and the chances of a deal to bring Israel’s hostages home.
Israel’s national team fights throughout the game but falls 84-79 to a strong Greek team, ending its journey in the European Championship.
Naftali Bennett invites Gadi Eisenkot and Avidor Liberman to merge into a large party to offer an alternative to Netanyahu’s leadership. The two said they would consider the idea closer to elections.
Israeli Astronomical Association broadcast the full lunar eclipse live.
Nefesh B’Nefesh opened a modern Lone Bnot Sherut residence in Jerusalem, providing 50 furnished apartments, guidance, community, and support for 95 young women. Arutz Sheva joined the inauguration.
A special workshop on Friday introduced dog handlers to a series of fundamentals for the use of working dogs in several applications.
After protests in front of Chief of Staff Major General Eyal Zamir’s home and vandalism of the house walls, the IDF declared the area in Ramat Hashavim a closed military zone.
A recent survey shows that more than half of the spouses of reservists have experienced damage to careers, declines in academic performance, and financial difficulty.
Journalist Ehud Ein-Gil said that Israel is committing war crimes, comparing attempts to deny hunger in Gaza to denials during the Warsaw Ghetto period.
Minister Yitzchak Wasserlauf claimed that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has diverted hundreds of millions of shekels from his ministry's budget.
Police officers arrested a woman on suspicion of trying to drown her 69-year-old mother-in-law at a Sdot Yam beach.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir toured Umm al-Fahm with police and the Israel Lands Authority as part of an effort to enforce building violations.
Amid severe criticism of Israel's public diplomacy performance, the government is expected to approve today the establishment of a public diplomacy unit in the Foreign Ministry.
Most Likud ministers, including Defense Minister Israel Katz, support applying sovereignty over most of Judea and Samaria.
MK Gilad Kariv confronts Jerusalem police commander during protest; officer tells him: "Go shout in the Knesset."
Hamas captivity survivor Iair Horn, whose brother Eitan is still held captive in Gaza, bursts into tears at an event in Carmei Gat, telling of the enormous explosion he heard at night.
Amit Segal criticizes former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen’s political interviews, notes gap between his security skills and political performance.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was interviewed on Saturday night on Meet the Press and addressed the conquest of Gaza, the worsening of conditions for terrorists in prisons and the propaganda videos Hamas distributes.
Anat Angrest, mother of hostage Matan, reported that she received a phone update yesterday saying her son is 'in immediate danger.'
At demonstration in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, protesters fly enormous flag calling on US President Donald Trump to act to free the hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza.
Family of hostage Alon Ohel responds to the video showing him which was released by Hamas: No law permits holding an injured civilian without treatment. The responsibility lies with Hamas leadership.
Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at length with the parents of hostages Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Alon Ohel and encouraged them, saying 'No evil propaganda video will weaken us.'
Israel Prize laureate singer Yehoram Gaon warns that while Israel has 'planes, tanks, brains, it lacks Hamas’ disregard for human life, 'the return of the hostages is vital for Israel’s moral strength.'
Arab foreign ministers declare that annexing Palestinian territories would cross a red line, warning that such a move would undermine regional security and block any attempt at future cooperation with Israel.
Hamas is trying to put pressure on Israel and prevent the IDF from entering Gaza City, this time by publishing a new video of two hostages.
Yoav Bar-Shai, whose car was burned by leftist activists demonstrating near the Prime Minister's residence, says he opposes the demonstrations, urges donations to be redirected to help injured soldiers with rehab.
Hundreds of bereaved families from around Israel attend last night of Selichot at the Western Wall to take part in the prayers and draw shared strength.
Protesters at Tel Aviv's Hostages Square mark 700 days of hostages' captivity, sign 'SOS.' Watch.
New survey indicates coalition could drop 2-3 Knesset seats, with center-left bloc potentially forming a majority, if new parties run in elections.
Hamas’s internal security apparatus reports plans to execute collaborators with Israel in the Gaza Strip.
US carrier reinstating direct routes from Tel Aviv to Chicago and Washington, suspended after October 7.
Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman meets with Gadi Eisenkot as part of ongoing efforts to establish a unified Zionist platform for a future government.
Poll shows merged Bennett-Yisrael Beytenu slate would become the largest party, while slightly weakening the opposition bloc.
PM alleges ICC prosecutor fabricated charges against Israel to deflect from personal misconduct, calls for immediate cancellation of 'false' arrest warrants.
Haaretz journalist Amira Hass criticizes Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's newly unveiled "sovereignty plan" and warns that Smotrich is known for achieving his goals.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urged France to drop its Palestinian state initiative, warning it harms Israel’s security and could jeopardize Macron’s planned visit.
The Honenu organization claims that, for the first time, the Shin Bet is acting against a civil society organization, gathering personal information about the director and the organization’s activities.
During a meeting at the Vatican, Israeli President Herzog urged Pope Leo XIV and global faith leaders to demand Hamas release hostages as a step toward regional peace.
Three-year-old found unconscious after being forgotten in car declared dead in hospital.
State Comptroller demands National Security Council officials receive preliminary findings on October 7 failures, staff refuse over leak concerns.
The Supreme Court unanimously dismissed a petition seeking to strip all funding from yeshiva students, but Justice Yitzhak Amit indicated to the petitioners that they may file an amended petition.
A man from eastern Jerusalem in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of incitement after appearing in a video in which he claims he contaminates Israeli ice cream by spitting and inserting his fingers into the product.
A court approved a settlement between the state and Roman Zadorov, under which he will receive NIS 17 million in compensation for his wrongful conviction and imprisonment — the highest amount ever paid in Israel.
Miri Ben-Haim, mother of hostage Yosef Haim Ohana, tries to remain optimistic, says she feels she must be strong - to give her son strength during his time in Hamas captivity.
Lieutenant Colonel (res.) Amos Doron named as suspect in arson near Prime Minister's residence; court extends his arrest by five days.
Student tells story of extreme behavior on part of school principal, says she was told, 'Even if Rabbi Ovadia Yosef comes, I won't accept you.'
Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi urges the Prime Minister to impose Israeli sovereignty over Gaza and remove protective barriers: "This time, we must go all the way."
Israel reportedly denied Macron’s snap visit request, demanding he retract support for a Palestinian state. Macron refused.
Report: Cassif will admit to assaulting a police officer under aggravated circumstances, and the State Attorney's Office will reportedly seek seven months of community service.
Following Yahya Sinwar’s elimination in Rafah, a note found in his pocket revealed a detailed sketch of the tunnel network beneath the Tel al-Sultan neighborhood.
Sharp diplomatic spat erupts as Israeli FM accuses France of enabling PA terror incentives, while Paris defends recent reforms and broader regional diplomacy.
Jerusalem disputes the IPC's defense of its Gaza famine classification, accusing the body of methodological bias, data manipulation, and selective reporting in its latest response.
PM Netanyahu blasted anti-government protests as violent and illegitimate, citing arson near his Jerusalem home and daily threats against him and his family.
Police arrested a 60- and 80-year-old for allegedly setting fire to tires and dumpsters in the Rehavia and Givat Ram neighborhoods, causing severe damage to an IDF reservist's car.
Shas spokesman Asher Medina relates Degel Torah faction’s opposition, blames Ashkenazic-haredi party for enabling ongoing discrimination against Sephardic high school girls.
CNN has appointed Tal Shalev, formerly of Walla! News, Haaretz, and i24NEWS as a senior reporter at its Jerusalem bureau, stating she will help bolster its overall coverage from the region.
Fiji will inaugurate its first embassy in Jerusalem in two weeks, with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka attending the ceremony.
New satellite images reveal accelerated work at the Dimona reactor; experts are divided over whether it is a new heavy-water reactor or a nuclear weapons assembly facility.
Finance Minister Smotrich, Yesha Council head Yisrael Ganz, and heads of the councils of Judea and Samaria presented the Sovereignty Plan this morning.
