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Knesset committee sounds alarm over spread of date rape drugs

MK Pnina Tamano-Shata decries failures in law enforcement and health infrastructure as testimonies reveal widespread youth access to date rape drugs.

Knesset committee sounds alarm over spread of date rape drugs

Days Before Lag B'Omer:

Missing person cases spike in Meron region

As throngs of pilgrims ascend to Meron for Lag B'Omer, the Israel Dog Unit has been rushing to locate missing persons in the woods around the city.

Missing person cases spike in Meron region

Epicenter in Greece

4.6-magnitude earthquake felt across Israel

Residents report earthquake across the country, including in Haifa, Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The epicenter of the quake is likely Crete, Greece.

4.6-magnitude earthquake felt across Israel

Hostage's sister gets engaged

Emuna Or, sister of Avinatan Or who is being held hostage in Gaza, is engaged to Mordechai Meir Noam Schreiber, 'We are praying that Avinatan will be here to dance with us at our wedding.'

Hostage's sister gets engaged

Steve Witkoff's touching gesture to released hostage

Steve Witkoff's touching gesture: President Trump's envoy presents precious keepsake to Hamas captivity survivor Edan Alexander

Steve Witkoff's touching gesture to released hostage

Freed hostage tells Trump: Life got better after election

Edan Alexander tells US President Trump his treatment improved significantly after the election, in first call following release from Hamas captivity.

Freed hostage tells Trump: Life got better after election

Alexander Family:

Witkoff was calling US officials at 3 AM to share the good news

Released hostage's father thanks US President Trump, urges continued negotiations to free remaining hostages.

Witkoff was calling US officials at 3 AM to share the good news

Israeli and German Presidents tour library, Honor 10/7 victims

Israeli and German Presidents tour National Library’s October 7 memorial and historic archives, highlighting centuries of shared history and personal family ties.

Israeli and German Presidents tour library, Honor 10/7 victims

Minister Kisch says Tel Aviv U undermining Israeli values

Education Minister Yoav Kisch denounces Tel Aviv University over Nakba Day commemorations, warning of budget cuts and accusing the institution of suppressing academic freedom.

Minister Kisch says Tel Aviv U undermining Israeli values

'Home sweet home'

Edan's first Instagram story after being released

Released hostage Edan Alexander posted a photo of him with the words: 'Home sweet home.'

Edan's first Instagram story after being released

Herzog to Edan Alexander:

'Welcome home, beloved son of Israel’

President tells released hostage, ‘You were in the hearts of half the world,’ and praises his family’s strength and resilience.

'Welcome home, beloved son of Israel’

Witkoff to families:

Trump will not tolerate anything less than full hostage return

US envoys Witkoff and Boehler meet with hostage families in Tel Aviv, affirm full US commitment to securing the return of all 58 hostages.

Trump will not tolerate anything less than full hostage return

Netanyahu to wounded reservists:

'We are going all the way to destroy Hamas'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets wounded IDF reservists, vows to press forward with full force to defeat Hamas and secure the release of all hostages. 'We are going for absolute victory.'

'We are going all the way to destroy Hamas'

Tzvi Succot to Yesh Atid MK:

'What's so difficult about defending IDF soldiers?'

MK Tzvi Succot demands Yesh Atid's MK Merav Ben Ari condemn libels against IDF soldiers. 'Our soldiers are watching this situation, it's a disagrace.'

'What's so difficult about defending IDF soldiers?'

After parents refuse vaccine:

Five-year-old in critical condition with measles

Unvaccinated boy, 5, hospitalized and sedated due to measles infection; sister also infected.

Five-year-old in critical condition with measles

Netanyahu to Edan Alexander: 'All of Israel embraces you'

Freed soldier Edan Alexander speaks with PM Netanyahu and President Trump after release from Hamas captivity; US envoy praises Israeli leadership in emotional exchange.

Netanyahu to Edan Alexander: 'All of Israel embraces you'

'A Beacon Of Hope':

Steve Witkoff visits Hostages Square after Edan's release

In a visit to Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff called the release of Edan Alexander “a beacon of hope” for the families of the remaining hostages and credited key international players for their roles in the breakthrough.

Steve Witkoff visits Hostages Square after Edan's release

Education Minister demands funding cut for Hebrew U & Tel Aviv U

Education Minister Yoav Kisch calls on Finance Ministry to act after universities hosted Nakba events using public resources.

Education Minister demands funding cut for Hebrew U & Tel Aviv U

Former NSA Chief:

Trump is a friend, not a messiah

Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Yaakov Amidror urges Israelis to rely on their own strength, says US support under Trump is welcome but limited by American interests.

Trump is a friend, not a messiah

Edan Alexander speaks with President Trump

Steve Witkoff and Adam Boehler meet Alexander at Tel Aviv’s Ichilov Medical Center, Witkoff praises his resilience and reaffirms US commitment to bring all hostages home.

Edan Alexander speaks with President Trump

Likud MK proposes minimum sentence for arson amid wave of fires

MK Eliyahu Revivo introduces bill to set minimum sentence for nationalist arsonists.

Likud MK proposes minimum sentence for arson amid wave of fires

'An Underground City:'

Former ISA official predicts years of fighting in Gaza

Following the release of Idan Alexander from Hamas captivity, former ISA field coordinator Ilan Segev warns that despite the joy, the road to rescuing the remaining 58 hostages is long and fraught with complexity.

Former ISA official predicts years of fighting in Gaza

Edan Alexander declines Qatar visit, plans to meet Trump in US

Released Israeli-American soldier cites medical needs after captivity; family says meeting with US President Donald Trump will happen later in the US.

Edan Alexander declines Qatar visit, plans to meet Trump in US

Judge rebukes police for submitting AI-fabricated laws in court

Hadera Magistrates Court judge condemns police for citing fictitious legal clauses generated by ChatGPT in a phone seizure case.

Judge rebukes police for submitting AI-fabricated laws in court

First Time in 15 Years:

Foreign Minister makes official visit to Japan

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has arrived in Tokyo, marking the first such visit in over a decade.

Foreign Minister makes official visit to Japan

Watch:

Alexander family recites ‘Shehecheyanu’

Edan Alexander reunites with his family upon arriving at Ichilov Hospital. His family recites the Shehecheyanu blessing.

Alexander family recites ‘Shehecheyanu’

Netanyahu:

'Things will happen in Gaza you haven’t seen before'

Wounded soldiers from the war meet with Prime Minister Netanyahu and call for a decisive victory in Gaza. Netanyahu: "A decision has been made to go all the way. We are very close."

'Things will happen in Gaza you haven’t seen before'

Edan's first message:

'Thank you President Trump. Am Yisrael Chai'

While on the helicopter, Edan wrote his first public message on a whiteboard: 'Thank you, President Trump. Am Yisrael Chai (the nation of Israel lives).'

'Thank you President Trump. Am Yisrael Chai'

MK Boaz Bismuth:

Trump is a friend of Israel, we will do what's best for Israel

MK Boaz Bismuth reaffirmed Israel's gratitude to President Trump - and it's readiness to work without US support.

Trump is a friend of Israel, we will do what's best for Israel

First hug

Edan Alexander's moving reunion with his family

Footage shows the moving moment released American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander reunited with his family in Israel.

Edan Alexander's moving reunion with his family

American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander arrives in Israel

Accompanied by IDF forces, hostage Edan Alexander has crossed into Israel, where he will undergo initial medical examinations and meet his family.

American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander arrives in Israel

'Held In A Cage':

Edan Alexander shares torturous conditions of his captivity

After 584 days in captivity, IDF soldier and American citizen Edan Alexander has returned to Israel, offering a chilling testimony of his ordeal in Gaza.

Edan Alexander shares torturous conditions of his captivity

Watch:

Edan's mother speaks to him for the first time after his release

The IDF has released footage of the moment US Envoy Steve Witkoff handed Yael Alexander the phone to talk to her son after being released from Hamas captivity. 'You are strong. You are protected. You are home. We will meet soon. I love you.'

Edan's mother speaks to him for the first time after his release

Herzog and German Chancellor watch release of Edan Alexander

At the end of their meeting, the Israeli President and the Chancellor of Germany watched together the release of Edan Alexander, after 584 days in Hamas captivity.

Herzog and German Chancellor watch release of Edan Alexander

Watch:

Family of Edan Alexander celebrates release from Hamas captivity

The Alexander family was seen celebrating shortly after news broke that Edan had been transferred to the Red Cross following a year and a half in captivity.

Family of Edan Alexander celebrates release from Hamas captivity

Weather forecast: A shift from cool to scorching heat

From a midweek cooldown to extreme heat by the weekend, with heavy heat stress expected on Saturday.

Weather forecast: A shift from cool to scorching heat

Presidents of Israel and Germany honor Holocaust victims

Israeli President Isaac Herzog and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier held an emotional memorial ceremony at Berlin’s Grunewald station, where tens of thousands of Jews were deported to Nazi death camps.

Presidents of Israel and Germany honor Holocaust victims

Father of Hostage:

'I have no expectations from Trump'

Tzvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, warns of political manipulation, partial deals, and misplaced trust as global attention returns to Gaza.

'I have no expectations from Trump'

Netanyahu to Trump and Witkoff:

'Negotiations will only be conducted under fire'

Prime Minister Netanyahu met with US Envoy Steve Witkoff and US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and spoke with US President Donald Trump ahead of the release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander.

'Negotiations will only be conducted under fire'

President Herzog:

Nothing I want more than to shake the hand of Mohammed bin Salman

In Berlin, President Herzog expresses hope for Saudi-Israeli rapprochement, citing regional peace momentum and opposition from Iran-backed forces.

Nothing I want more than to shake the hand of Mohammed bin Salman

Qatargate:

Judge indicates that there will be no indictment

In a dramatic turn during the high-profile Qatargate investigation, a Rishon Lezion judge released Netanyahu's advisor Yonatan Urich to house arrest and cast serious doubt on the prosecution’s direction.

Judge indicates that there will be no indictment

Ahead of Lag B'Omer

MDA issues safety guide for pilgrimage at Meron

Following the 2021 Meron Disaster, MDA urges the public to adhere to safety precautions.

MDA issues safety guide for pilgrimage at Meron

MK claims:

Egyptian intelligence chief was in on October 7th attack

MK Gotliv claims classified IDF documents point to Egyptian intelligence chief as figure named in indictment over October 7th Hamas infiltration.

Egyptian intelligence chief was in on October 7th attack

Hostage's mother: Edan Alexander's release 'only the first step'

Families of hostages deliver press statement at Hostages Square, sharing their feelings as news of hostage Edan Alexander's release becomes official.

Hostage's mother: Edan Alexander's release 'only the first step'

Pres. Herzog:

We'll bring them all back, no matter what passport they have

Israeli President Isaac Herzog says hostages must come home before Israel can move forward, urges 'clear, united front' declaring Hamas' actions are unacceptable.

We'll bring them all back, no matter what passport they have

Minister Eli Cohen:

Hamas' fear of escalation led to hostage release

Energy Minister Eli Cohen credits IDF pressure and US diplomacy for the expected release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, warns against temporary truces that allow Hamas to regroup.

Hamas' fear of escalation led to hostage release

Ahead of Lag Ba'omer:

Jerusalem teen indicted for sabotaging safety infrastructure

19-year-old accused of extensive vandalism to security and emergency systems meant to protect Lag Ba'omer pilgrims arrested after hiding in Tzfat warehouse.

Jerusalem teen indicted for sabotaging safety infrastructure

Supreme Court: IVF mixup baby to remain with birth parents

Supreme Court rejects genetic parents' appeal, upholds District Court decision to allow Sophia, now 2, to remain with her birth parents.

Supreme Court: IVF mixup baby to remain with birth parents

PM's Office:

'Alexander's release - thanks to the vigorous policy we led'

Prime Minister's Office: Edan Alexander will be released without concessions, no commitment to ceasefire or terrorist release.

'Alexander's release - thanks to the vigorous policy we led'

Ben Gvir livid:

'Rajoub should have been arrested'

Minister Ben Gvir and other ministers express outrage over a visit by top PA official Jibril Rajoub to a relative in Israel. "He supported the October 7 massacre; why aren’t sanctions being imposed?"

'Rajoub should have been arrested'

Assessment in Israel:

Edan Alexander to be released this afternoon

Family of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander says US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has notified them that Hamas will release him from captivity. Senior Hamas official: We were advised to “give a gift to President Trump and in return he will give back a better one.”

Edan Alexander to be released this afternoon

Minister Amsalem:

'We need to oust the Attorney General'

"We need to oust the Attorney General. If the Supreme Court wants to reinstate her – let them. After that, we’ll deal with all of the Supreme Court’s decisions," says Minister David Amsalem.

'We need to oust the Attorney General'

Tikva Forum:

'A partial deal - a surrender to Hamas and harm to the hostages'

Hostage families from the Tikva Forum respond to the Prime Minister's Office announcement regarding the possibility of negotiations with Hamas on the Witkoff outline and call not to surrender to the terror organization.

'A partial deal - a surrender to Hamas and harm to the hostages'

Herzog leaves to Germany to mark 60 years of diplomatic ties

State visit underscores six decades of Israel-Germany diplomatic ties, with leaders set to honor historical memory and promote youth dialogue ahead of a reciprocal visit to Israel.

Herzog leaves to Germany to mark 60 years of diplomatic ties

Netanyahu to German FM:

'We'll make our partnership even stronger'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem.

'We'll make our partnership even stronger'

Emily Damari receives emotional welcome at Spurs match

Damari thanked everyone for their support for her release and expressed her wish that the remaining 59 hostages, including her close friends Gali and Ziv Berman, be home soon.

Emily Damari receives emotional welcome at Spurs match




























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