'Impersonating Officer' to serve sentence in psychiatric hospital
Assaf Shmuelevitz, the officer accused of a series of serious security offenses, admitted to all charges but claimed that he acted while not responsible for his actions.
Assaf Shmuelevitz, the officer accused of a series of serious security offenses, admitted to all charges but claimed that he acted while not responsible for his actions.


At the CMCC, President Herzog accuses Iran’s regime of slaughtering thousands and calls for an end to its reign of terror during Ramadan remarks.

Opposition Leader Yair Lapid threatens to abstain from a plenary special session in honor of Prime Minister Narendra Modi if Supreme Court President is not invited.

The Histadrut has declared a wide-scale labor dispute in the aviation sector following the intention to establish a Wizz Air operations base in Israel, without consulting with the workers.
After serving as a combat soldier for three years, Hassan Kashahala on suspision of belonging to the Islamic State, but was never indicted. His body is being withheld, and his family has no information on his death.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir signed an order to close the "Burj AlLuqLuq" association's compound in the Muslim Quarter for six months. Police say incitement activities were held at the site.

A teacher at a primary school in Yavne was evacuated unconscious after a student threw a chair at her. The Teachers' Union announced the suspension of classes.

HaMerotz LaMillion contestant Nerya Zingboim reveals that he and his best friend, fallen soldier Shauli Greenglick, auditioned for the show three years ago.

Sephardic Chief Rabbi David Yosef says price of silver has risen, worth of ancient half-shekel coin stands at 80 NIS.

A bereaved mother addressed Arab opposition members present in a committee meeting today, accusing them of supporting terror and denying the massacre.

New Bar-Ilan University research sheds light on the daily lives, status, and household roles of older adults more than 2,700 years ago -- a group long overlooked in archaeology.

Supplements are not always effective, may simply be processed food, doctors warn.

A taxpayer-funded museum is normalizing assimilation - and Yad L'Achim is sounding the alarm: 'While we fight for the Jewish people's future, our own tax shekels are pulling in the exact opposite direction'

Anger at Knesset Committee discussion on judges' salaries, opposition MKs blast refusal to allow Justice Ministry rep to speak.

Women of the Wall block main entry and exit from Western Wall plaza, allegedly endangering lives.

Karlin-Stolin Rebbe condemns Bnei Brak riots, stressing 'no justification' for violent behavior.

Visiting hours for Jews ascending Temple Mount during Ramadan to be expanded.

Senior Religious Zionist rabbis express strong opposition to the Armored Corps' pilot to integrate women into offensive combat roles as well as border security forces due to religious issues.

How a buyer group moved ahead of the market in northern Karmei Gat

MK Tzvi Sukkot criticizes MK Sameer Bin Said, demanding he condemn the October 7th massacre during a discussion regarding inciting teachers within the education system.

The Religious Zionist Party holds an event marking the "Settlement Revolution," which includes the establishment of dozens of new outposts and the strengthening of Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.

A giant banner at the entrance to Bnei Brak urges the IDF to respect religious soldiers’ faith and provide service conditions in line with Jewish law.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir launched a sharp attack on Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara during an "Otzma Yehudit" conference in Netivot.

Nir Barkat proposes a Hebron-based “Emirates model" as an alternative to a two-state solution and highlights Israel’s growing ties with Asia and the US.

Bezalel Zini admitted during his interrogation that his subordinate, Aviel Ben David, suggested that he participate in smuggling goods into Gaza and even reported to him about carrying out such operations.

Rescue teams from the Galil-Golan station rescued a man and his dog who were stranded on the banks of the Snir River.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir sharply criticized Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, claiming that she is preventing the strengthening of the fight against crime in the Arab sector.

A sheepfold near Hebron caught fire and about 50 animals burned to death. Police said the fire was caused by an electrical fault and there is no suspicion of a nationalist attack.

Elad Deputy Mayor Yaniv Badlov was refused entry to the Knesset over a noose-shaped pin backing the death penalty for terrorists; the directive is under review.

The finance minister confronted MK Iman Khatib-Yassin regarding the recent uptick in violence among Arab communities.

Rabbinical courts report a 3.9% fall in divorces, tougher sanctions on get refusals, and progress in resolving cases of women unable to remarry.

The District Court accepted the police appeal and restored the restrictive conditions on the prime minister's chief of staff and ambassador-designate to the United Kingdom, Tzachi Braverman.

Police arrest five suspects who allegedly threw projectiles at members of the Viznitz Hassidic court.

Dozens of youths set fires, blocked roads, and clashed with police in Bnei Brak, as Mayor Hanoch Zeibert urged parents to keep teens at home.

Prosecutors say the 25-year-old abducted a debtor from an Afula pizza shop, burned him with a heated iron rod, and threatened him at gunpoint.

Samaria rabbis published an unusual ruling of support for the farms, alongside clear guidelines and an absolute prohibition on violence.

Former hostage Elkana Bohbot returns to Teddy Stadium and is welcomed in an emotional ceremony. "I have had moments in my life when you return to your roots, to your values, to your faith, and to your city."

Former hostage Rom Braslavski thanks IDF soldiers during a tribute evening at an Idan Amedi concert, moving the audience. "I salute you."

Mayor Hanoch Zeibert warns recent violent demonstrations are an 'educational disaster' and calls on families to prevent youth from joining unrest.

Hostage survivor Segev Kalfon described his father's meeting with Rabbi David Abuhatzeira, and said how the blessing the Rabbi spoke accompanied his family until the release on Hoshanah Rabbah.

In wide-ranging Arutz Sheva interview, Religious Zionism MK discusses meeting Reza Pahlavi, US backing, Judea and Samaria policy, haredi draft reform and dairy overhaul.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "Bring the Law to Adopt the Conclusions of the Shamgar Committee to the Cabinet for Decision."

LTG Eyal Zamir tells reserve commanders 2026 will bring intensified operations, structural reforms, and expanded support for reservists.

Move follows Oxfam CEO's admission she was pressured to accuse Israel of 'genocide' without sufficient evidence and accusation of antisemitism against organization leaders.

Judges release all 26 arrested in Bnei Brak riots, attorneys say arrests were 'show arrests.'

According to data from Or Yarok and the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), 459 people were killed in traffic accidents in 2025, the deadliest year in two decades.

Combat reservist movement argues Yoaz Hendel’s party name exploits IDF service for politics, warning it undermines military neutrality and misleads the public.

Television producer Dana Eden, known for her work on series such as "The Dubber," "Saving Wildlife," and "Mother's Day," passed away in a hotel in Athens.

At Conference of Presidents event, MK Benny Gantz calls for united global action to dismantle the Iranian regime, emphasizing the need for military, economic, and diplomatic measures to secure peace in the Middle East.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemns UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese for antisemitic remarks, urges Israel to take an offensive stance against those delegitimizing the Jewish state.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett responds to destructive haredi riot, suggesting complete end to funding and solution for haredi enlistment in the IDF.

Route 60 between Elazar and Husan in Gush Etzion opens to traffic. With two lanes in each direction and advanced infrastructure, this 7 km stretch will significantly improve traffic flow and safety.

Firefighters arrive in Bat Yam, extinguishing blaze in structure used to store holy items.

Chairman of Yisrael Beyteinu, MK Avigdor Liberman, condemns Bnei Brak riots, blames haredi leadership, calls for Border Police deployment

MK Zvi Sukkot visited Bezalel Zini, brother of Shin Bet chief David Zini, at Shikma Prison. Zini is being held on suspicion of involvement in a cigarette smuggling affair to Gaza.

Over the past two years more than 700 demolition orders have been issued for buildings in neighborhoods in Jerusalem. Under Minister Ben‑Gvir's policy, demolitions are being carried out even during Ramadan.

Israeli doctors can only monitor Tom's decline - but a proven stem cell treatment in Serbia could stabilize his condition and prevent further loss. 90 donors have already joined the fight.

Large stone tool workshop from the Second Temple period, which produced tools for Jews some 2,000 years ago, uncovered in a cave on the eastern slopes of Mount Scopus in Jerusalem.

Police teams sent to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office in Jerusalem following arrival of suspicious envelope.

'In the overwhelming majority of cases, these were show arrests,' the attorneys claimed. 'The purpose of the arrest was solely to create a deterrent effect.'
