During his visit to the Four Species market, Jerusalem mayor Moshe Lion was surprised by a cake shaped like the city's emblem.
Police warn the public who plan to be out in nature on hikes during the Sukkot holiday against approaching any remains of missiles, rockets, or downed drones.
Despite haredi protests, the IDF and Israel Police have continued to arrest haredi draft dodgers, including at Ben-Gurion airport.
Noam Party Chairman Avi Maoz expresses concern about the implications of the deal to release the hostages, but still defines it as 'the best agreement for Israel in the current situation.'
Deputy head of the Public Health Division at the Ministry of Health talks about efforts to make life-saving measles vaccines accessible to parts of the population who are unaware of the danger.
Little Nechama has already defied death twice. Now, her single mother is fighting to get her the lifesaving treatment she desperately needs in Houston — but the 20-month protocol costs more than they can afford. Time is running out.
New data from the Ministry of Defense reveals that 1,152 members of Israel's security forces have fallen since the outbreak of the Swords of Iron War, including 487 under the age of 21.
Spanish flotilla activist bites an Israeli medic at Ketziot Prison ahead of her deportation. Police called. Medic suffers minor injuries.
Hundreds attended the ceremony dedicating a Torah scroll in memory of the late Maj. (res.) Netanel Hershkovitz, a year after he fell in battle in the Gaza Strip.
Gideon Sa'ar says Israel is nearing a deal for the release of hostages, but warns against trusting Hamas and expresses confidence in President Trump.
PM Netanyahu secured coalition support to begin the hostage deal, as Smotrich and Ben-Gvir warn they won’t tolerate a Gaza agreement that leaves Hamas intact.
Moshe Shapira, father of Aner, who was killed in the October 7th massacre, shares his Sukkah decorations dedicated to the teachers killed since the massacre.
27-year ZAKA veteran held a cutting board as shield during October 7 massacre. Now the beloved chef can't enter his own kitchen. Business collapsed, hundreds of thousands in debt - but he refuses to abandon suppliers who trusted him.
This year, the Military Rabbinate set up the largest sukkah in the IDF at the Shizafon Armor Corps base in the south.
President Isaac Herzog welcomed Maj. Gen. (res.) David Zini as the new head of Shin Bet, highlighting the agency’s vital role in national security and expressing full confidence in his leadership.
Rabbi Liraz Zeira, who was seriously injured by a landmine explosion in southern Syria and lost both of his legs, is determined to heal and .
Daniella Gilboa, an outlook who was taken hostage from the Nahal Oz outpost, tells of the moments of terror, her murdered friends, and her attempt to survive, 'They were shooting at us, throwing hand grenades.'
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion talks about the special atmosphere in the city during Sukkot, and his vision for a strong and united capital, 'I invite everyone to come to the mayor's Sukkah in Safra Square.'
Minister of National Security to oppose hostage deal over release of hundreds of terrorist murderers. In meeting with Prime Minister, he will draw a red line.
Captivity survivor Gadi Mozes speaks at Hostages Square, vowing to return and rebuild Nir Oz: "I am determined to live in Nir Oz again and rebuild it from the ground up."
MK Simcha Rothman says US President Donald Trump's proposal is 'not good,' freeing terrorists with blood on their hands is a price too high to pay.
British activist Tommy Robinson will visit Israel following his October 13 trial, after receiving an official invitation from Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli.
The Tikva Forum urged the government to continue military pressure on Hamas, reject compromises, and secure the return of all hostages with strong oversight and no concessions.
Turkish Foreign Ministry says 137 Gaza flotilla activists on board Turkish Airlines flight from Israel.
Omer Shem Tov, freed from Hamas captivity, praised President Trump at a Tel Aviv rally, urging swift action on the Gaza deal to rescue the remaining 48 hostages.
Channel 12 journalist Yaron Avraham blasts critics of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says ‘they’d rather the hostages not return,’ if it means US President Donald Trump will hurt Netanyahu politically.
President Isaac Herzog marks two years since the October 7 Hamas attacks by thanking President Trump for a concrete plan to bring Israeli hostages home from Gaza.
Smotrich and other ministers blasted Netanyahu’s decision to pause Gaza operations for negotiations, warning it aids Hamas; Ben-Gvir threatened Otzma Yehudit may quit.
Deputy British PM David Lammy heckled at a Manchester vigil after the deadly Yom Kippur attack, with mourners accusing the UK Government of enabling antisemitism and demanding an end to anti-Israel marches.
Watch: Israel Police spokesperson to international media boards one of the vessels from the intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla, revealing there was no aid aboard despite activist claims.
The Ancient Samaria Sifting Center will open to the public during Sukkot. Rare finds were discovered during excavations.
After the plan for the release of the hostages, presented by US President Trump, a new poll shows that the Otzma Yehudit party is gaining strength and reaches nine seats.
Supreme Court rejects requests to issue interim order delaying appointment of David Zini as new ISA chief, paving the way for Zini to begin new role on Sunday.
Clause blocking sovereignty in Judea and Samaria removed from hostage deal outline after YESHA Council intervention.
'Viva Palestine' spray-painted on wall of Ashdod sports facility during Yom Kippur; authorities investigating.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel to arrive in Manchester following deadly Yom Kippur terror attack outside British synagogue. 'Antisemitic incitement is costing human lives.'
Released hostage Omar Shem-Tov says faith sustained him during 130 days in captivity, asks everyone to send positive energy to the remaining hostages, speak to them daily. 'I think the prayers and the energy can be felt.'
Senior analyst Amit Segal denounced the protests against Minister Ron Dermer, one of the key figures in the hostage negotiations, who has recently announced his resignation.
A 13-year-old was killed after falling about three meters on Dekel Street in Eilat during Yom Kippur.
MDA medics and paramedics were dispatched to provide medical treatment to 3,022 people across the country, of whom 2,165 people were evacuated for further treatment in hospitals.
Arutz Sheva-Israel National News wishes our readers a meaningful fast. News coverage ends this evening, resumes tomorrow evening.
Held hostage by Hamas for 484 days, Keith Siegel now fights for those still captive. In an interview with WCCO Minnesota, he says: “I’m alive. I’m standing. It’s proof that it can be done.”
Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing: "Whoever makes sure that babies do not lack food, Hashem will make sure that he will not lack in the coming year!"
On Tuesday, the Israel Dog Unit (IDU), a nonprofit specializing in working dogs, organized a heartfelt event for children with special needs in advance of Yom Kippur.
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Dudu Fisher opened the Selichot concert at the Ypark Yavne Amphitheater and sang a special Hebrew version of Leonard Cohen's Halleluyah with Raviv Kaner, Amir Dadon and Micha Shitrit.
Elie Cohen, who was released from Hamas captivity after 505 days, talks about Yom Kippur, the mental anguish he endured as a hostage, and the hope for the return of all the hostages who remain in Gaza.
Mosab Hassan Yousef, the son of a founding member of Hamas, talks about his initiative against Hamas supporters and the flotilla that is on its way to the coast of Gaza.
Two residents of the Galilee were arrested on suspicion of attempting to smuggle 80,000 packs of cigarettes from Dubai disguised as paper products.
Prime Minister Netanyahu announces at Cabinet meeting that Minister Ron Dermer, his close associate and confidant, will soon leave the government, but will continue to be around and handle a few matters.
Ex-Shin Bet official Yossi Amrosi outlines the three challenges awaiting incoming Shin Bet chief, including restoring public trust, building a multi-year work plan, and rethinking failed concepts.
Over 100,000 worshippers, including captivity survivors, participate in the central Selichot prayer event at the Western Wall, offering prayers for the safety of soldiers and the return of hostages.
Minister Ben Gvir blasts Trump’s plan at a Cabinet meeting, calling it a threat to Israel’s security and a betrayal of Gaza.
Far-left activists demonstrated outside the Neve Ilan news studios, blocking Daniella Weiss, in protest of the media coverage of Gaza.
A new i24 poll gives the Likud 33 seats and shows a sharp drop for Yesh Atid to only 4 seats. Netanyahu's bloc retains 63 seats.
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said Israel supports President Trump’s Gaza plan, stressing that Hamas is solely responsible for prolonging the war and the suffering it caused.
At the Sultan's Pool in Jerusalem, soldiers were invited to a Selichot show with well-known artists, but were surprised to find a women's military choir also on stage.
The chairman of the Democrats Party promises that in the next government he will act 'to cleanse the civil service and place worthy people in key positions.'
An editorial in Haaretz sharply criticized the Ministry of Education's decision to fully fund study tours in Judea and Samaria.
