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Storm Byron reaches its peak

Storm 'Byron’ continues to pound Israel with heavy rains, strong winds, and widespread flooding on the coast, in Greater Tel Aviv and Carmel region. Risk of flooding in the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea area.

Storm Byron reaches its peak

Netanyahu

'Former officials trying to influence October 7 investigation

In a social media post, PM Netanyahu accused former senior officials of attempting to "distort facts" in order to influence the investigation into the October 7th massacre.

'Former officials trying to influence October 7 investigation

Dramatic drone footage:

Officers surprise armed suspect and detain him

Officers in northern Israel use civilian van to approach armed suspect, who tossed away his weapon and attempted to flee.

Officers surprise armed suspect and detain him

February 2026:

Use of cellphones to be prohibited in primary schools

Education Minister Yoav Kish announces a new policy that will prohibit the use of cell phones in elementary schools.

Use of cellphones to be prohibited in primary schools

Rabbi Zalman Melamed:

Whoever doesn't study must enlist, that's the stance of the Torah

In an interview with Arutz Sheva, Beit El Yeshiva Dean Rabbi Zalman Melamed calls for a conscription law that does not exempt those who do not study Torah full-time.

Whoever doesn't study must enlist, that's the stance of the Torah

Complex decision

Be'eri divided over fate of houses damaged in massacre

Residents of Kibbutz Be’eri voted to demolish homes damaged on October 7, while Heritage Minister Amihai Eliyahu considers using the law to preserve them as historic sites despite local opposition.

Be'eri divided over fate of houses damaged in massacre

Poll:

92% of secular Israelis light Hanukka candles

New poll reveals: Vast majority of secular Israelis light Hanukkah candles, attributing cultural and family values ​​to the custom.

92% of secular Israelis light Hanukka candles

Tragedy:

17-year-old killed in ATV rollover

Elad Cohen, a 17-year-old student at Susya Yeshiva, was killed yesterday in an ATV rollover near Kibbutz Ruhama. His family tells of a dedicated boy who loved Torah and loved Israel.

17-year-old killed in ATV rollover

Report:

Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister made secret visit to Israel

Unpublicized trip reflects growing Taiwan-Israel engagement as Taipei seeks deeper defense cooperation despite diplomatic constraints

Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister made secret visit to Israel

Crisis is impetus for growth:

US directors tour Israel, hear briefing on economic resilience

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich briefs visiting US finance directors in Jerusalem on Israel’s economic resilience amid ongoing security challenges.

US directors tour Israel, hear briefing on economic resilience

Rehovot resident shoots would-be car thief

A Rehovot resident saw two individuals breaking into his car and shot at them after he felt that he was in danger. One of the illegal infiltrators was severely wounded.

Rehovot resident shoots would-be car thief

Storm Byron about to reach its peak, severe risk of flooding

Storm Byron is expected to peak today, with heavy rain, cold, and strong winds of up to 90 km/h.

Storm Byron about to reach its peak, severe risk of flooding

Ukrainian ambassador to Israel summoned for reprimand

Ukrainian ambassador to Israel summoned for a reprimand at the Foreign Ministry after criticizing the Prime Minister’s remarks regarding his talks with Russia’s president.

Ukrainian ambassador to Israel summoned for reprimand

Shocking:

Father of Noa Marciano reveals how she was murdered

Avi Marciano, the father of IDF lookout Noa Marciano, who was abducted from the shelter at the Nahal Oz outpost on October 7, recounts for the first time how his daughter was murdered in Hamas captivity.

Father of Noa Marciano reveals how she was murdered

'Negative incentive to serve'

Attorney General voices harsh opinion against conscription law

Attorney General, Gali Baharav-Miara, calls conscription law draft 'a negative incentive for enlistment,' prompting fierce backlash from haredi leaders who accuse her of targeting Torah study.

Attorney General voices harsh opinion against conscription law

Watch:

Police raid Izz ad-Din al-Qassam grave complex

Law enforcement dismantled a tent that was placed over the terror figure's grave, removed illegally installed security cameras, and removed a propaganda sign designed to commemorate his legacy.

Police raid Izz ad-Din al-Qassam grave complex

Sharp spike in flu cases in Israel

The Health Ministry reports an early and sharp rise in influenza cases, with 166 children hospitalized and eight in intensive care as the highly contagious A/H3N2 strain drives widespread infection.

Sharp spike in flu cases in Israel

'Alliance has never been stronger'

Sa'ar and Rubio meet in Washington

Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met to discuss mutual opportunities and challenges in the Middle East, Latin America, Africa, and beyond.

Sa'ar and Rubio meet in Washington

'Money Maze' scandal

Three police officers detained for questioning

The “Money Maze” investigation widened as a police commander and two officers were questioned over alleged ties to the Bakri crime organization and misuse of Nazareth’s financial system.

Three police officers detained for questioning

Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely's new position

Former Ambassador of Israel to the UK, Tzipi Hotovely, will teach governance and international public diplomacy at Ariel University.

Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely's new position

Religious Zionist party:

No final decision made on draft exemption bill

After a tense internal meeting with senior rabbis, the party agreed to push for changes but appears ready to back the government’s draft bill despite public criticism.

No final decision made on draft exemption bill

AG withholds key recusals in handling of MAG case

A report reveals that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara did not disclose key recusals by senior staff while seeking an external opinion on her own conflict of interest and continuing to direct the case.

AG withholds key recusals in handling of MAG case

Students protest Open Uni assignment citing anti-Israel bias

Students at the Open University are protesting an assignment they say forces them to legitimize anti-Israel claims from a UN report, warning they will boycott the task unless it is replaced.

Students protest Open Uni assignment citing anti-Israel bias

'Hamas has to go':

US Amb. tells Herzog US determined to end ‘cycle of insanity’

Herzog and Waltz discuss UN Resolution 2803, President Trump's Peace Plan, and the return of the last Gaza hostage.

US Amb. tells Herzog US determined to end ‘cycle of insanity’

Danny Danon:

'Hamas will not stay here, period'

In an exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News, Israel’s Ambassador Danny Danon delivered blunt messages on Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the prospects for expanding the Abraham Accords.

'Hamas will not stay here, period'

Chaos during PM's testimony

Signs seized, bereaved mother breaks down in tears

During Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony, chaos broke out in the courtroom after court guards confiscated signs from bereaved families.

Signs seized, bereaved mother breaks down in tears

Suspicions against Lahav 433 commander revealed

The Police Investigation Department has lifted the gag order on the investigation into Commissioner Manny Binyamin on suspicion that he passed sensitive information to figures involved in a major criminal case in the north.

Suspicions against Lahav 433 commander revealed

'Hilltop Youth'

Peace Now attacks Central Command Chief

Peace Now is furious with Central Command chief Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth, accusing him of cooperating with Yesha residents.

Peace Now attacks Central Command Chief

Watch

What storm "Byron" looks like at 10,000 feet

The pilots of an El Al flight captured amazing images of the powerful storm.

What storm "Byron" looks like at 10,000 feet

Edelstein:

'Netanyahu is not truly fighting for the Draft Law'

Former Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee warns that a flawed Draft Law will harm Likud, accuses Prime Minister of lacking commitment to advancing the enlistment of haredim into the army.

'Netanyahu is not truly fighting for the Draft Law'

Footage from Tel Sheva:

Arab suspects assault police officers, are arrested

Police arrest two suspects for assaulting officers at a checkpoint set up at the exit from Tel Sheva as part of an enforcement operation. Minister Ben Gvir backs the police: “A new order in the Negev.”

Arab suspects assault police officers, are arrested

Departed Ashdod for Cyprus

Extensive search underway for missing yacht

Contact was lost shortly before the yacht was due to reach the shores of Cyprus, with five people on board. Their condition is currently unknown.

Extensive search underway for missing yacht

Chilling footage

Six hostages light Hanukkah candles in Hamas captivity

New recordings to be revealed on the TV program “Uvda” will provide a glimpse into the lives of six hostages before they were murdered in Hamas captivity during the war.

Six hostages light Hanukkah candles in Hamas captivity

Eitan Mor's first account of captivity

Captivity survivor Eitan Mor tonight (Tuesday) publicly recounted for the first time the two difficult years he spent in Hamas captivity.

Eitan Mor's first account of captivity

Storm “Byron” arrives

Heavy flooding fears, authorities on high alert

The storm will be felt in full force tonight in Israel and the expectation is for up to 150 millimeters of rain in certain areas that could lead to flooding and landslides.

Heavy flooding fears, authorities on high alert

The dormitory massacre:

50 years since Yeshivat HaGolan attack

What happened on the night of the deadly attack at Yeshivat HaGolan? Rabbi Yoel Katan, then a third-year student, reconstructs the event and the yeshiva students' response.

50 years since Yeshivat HaGolan attack

Before becoming president

The secret legal opinion Herzog received on Netanyahu pardon

A secret legal opinion prepared by those close to the president dealt with the possibility of granting Netanyahu a pardon before the indictment was filed against him. Herzog's office denies the report.

The secret legal opinion Herzog received on Netanyahu pardon

Will Israel ban smoking in apartment buildings?

A recent protocol from the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, to which Israel is a signatory, outlines the extensive benefits for all population sectors when smoking bans are implemented in apartment buildings and private vehicles, underscoring necessity of legislating such bans to promote public health.

Will Israel ban smoking in apartment buildings?

Netanyahu on 10/7 inquiry

'No one is above investigation'

PM Netanyahu addressed the need for an investigative committee into the failures of October 7, and said that the committee will examine in depth the responsibility of all levels.

'No one is above investigation'

Burned car, bloodstains

Man found dead in well near Beit Guvrin

A body was discovered about 10 meters deep in a well near Beit Guvrin. The police are investigating a possible connection between the event and a missing Jerusalem resident in recent days.

Man found dead in well near Beit Guvrin

Ronen Bar's first speech after being fired

Half a year after leaving his post, former ISA director Ronen Bar criticized the Prime Minister over the October 7th massacre and called for the establishment of a state commission of inquiry.

Ronen Bar's first speech after being fired

Brachi's Only Chance:

3-year-old fights for her life

Doctors found myeloid leukemia in 3-year-old Brachi and regular treatments failed. Now there's one hope: innovative biological therapy in Michigan that saved adults. But her parents have no resources left for the treatment.

3-year-old fights for her life

12th case:

11-month-old infant dies of measles complications

The Health Ministry announced that an 11-month-old unvaccinated infant with no preexisting conditions passed away from complications of the measles.

11-month-old infant dies of measles complications

Unlikely study buddies in the Knesset

In a special plenum address, MK Tzvi Succot praised the legacy of Rabbi Shneur Zalman and publicly invited Reform MK Gilad Kariv to study Tanya together.

Unlikely study buddies in the Knesset

Green revolution in construction:

New regulation demands installation of solar systems

Ministry of the Interior passes new regulations in construction, requiring public buildings and private homes to install solar panels, and shared buildings to install infrastructure.

New regulation demands installation of solar systems

'Significant shortcomings'

The State Comptroller's warning ahead of elections

The Comptroller cautioned that foreign cyber threats may undermine Israel’s 2026 elections, revealing significant flaws in current state readiness.

The State Comptroller's warning ahead of elections

Roman Zadorov receives state compensation following acquittal

Roman Zadorov, acquitted of the 2006 murder of Tair Rada, receives compensation promised to him as part of the settlement agreement, but at his request, a gag order was issued on the amount.

Roman Zadorov receives state compensation following acquittal

Bereaved father to MKs:

‘Do the right thing, even when it’s hard’

'The world of Torah and the army are one and the same,' says bereaved father Hagai Luber to Knesset committee, urging lawmakers to promote a “real and courageous” draft law.

‘Do the right thing, even when it’s hard’

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

A ceremony was held at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of the repatriation of the body of Sudthisak Rinthalak, who was murdered by Hamas terrorists near Kibbutz Be’eri on October 7th and abducted to the Gaza Strip.

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

Hanukkah menorah arrives at Western Wall ahead of holiday

This year's candlighting ceremonies will be held under the theme, 'And the redeemed of the Lord shall return and come to Zion with song,' with the participation of captivity survivors.

Hanukkah menorah arrives at Western Wall ahead of holiday

Storm 'Byron' arrives in Israel with heavy rains

Storm 'Byron' hit Israel overnight with intense rainfall, especially in the north, and forecasters warn of 100-200 mm of rain along the coast and lowlands in the coming days.

Storm 'Byron' arrives in Israel with heavy rains

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'Ronen Bar endangered democracy'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launches a fierce attack against former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, following reports that the agency monitored government offices involved in settlement activity.

'Ronen Bar endangered democracy'

Watch

The question which surprised President Herzog

ZOA-Betar leader Ben Kogan says his mic was cut and detectives sent to remove him after urging Herzog to pardon Netanyahu at the AZM conference: “It’s not Bibi who should ask for forgiveness, but the Jewish people.”

The question which surprised President Herzog

Haifa Mayor threatens delivery company over reckless drivers

Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav launched an enforcement drive against Wolt couriers after repeated reports of dangerous driving, warning the company that continued violations may lead to legal steps limiting its operations.

Haifa Mayor threatens delivery company over reckless drivers

President Herzog in NYC:

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

Speaking in New York, President Isaac Herzog urged a united fight against antisemitism, defended Israel’s conduct in war, and warned of growing Iranian aggression.

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

Israel and Bolivia to officially restore diplomatic ties

Foreign Minister Sa'ar to meet with Bolivian counterpart in Washington and sign an agreement to renew relations between the countries, after Bolivia severed ties with Israel in 2023.

Israel and Bolivia to officially restore diplomatic ties




























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