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Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:14:37 GMTThousands line roads in southern Israel as final hostage Ran Gvili conveyed for hometown burial
Crowds are already lining the route from central Israel to the Gvili’s hometown of Meitar in the Negev.
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:47:26 GMTBaby dies at unlicensed Bnei Brak daycare, worker detained by police for further questioning
Israel Police launched an investigation at the location and collected evidence, while the daycare worker who was in charge of the baby was arrested for questioning.
Wed, 28 Jan 2026 03:35:24 GMTHerzog announces visit to Australia, will meet Australian Jews, political leaders during trip
President Isaac Herzog will be traveling to Australia from February 8 to February 12, where he will meet with Jewish leaders, victims of the Bondi Beach massacre, and Australian politicians.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:36:34 GMTIsrael plans large camp for Palestinians in southern Gaza, retired general says
He does not speak on behalf of the IDF, which declined to comment. The Prime Minister's Office did not immediately provide comment on any plans to build a camp in Rafah.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:05:43 GMT‘Hamnet’ is Oscar-bait about Shakespeare's free-spirited wife - review
Hamnet, which just opened in theaters around Israel, is a movie about William Shakespeare’s family that really wants to be about something else.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:50:43 GMTOutcome of state budget vote uncertain amid coalition crisis over haredi draft
By law, if the state budget is not approved in all three readings by the end of March, when the fiscal year closes, the Knesset will automatically dissolve, and elections will be called.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:34:05 GMTCourt freezes order requiring journalist Omri Assenheim to hand over raw interview footage
In a short decision issued on Tuesday, Judge Ami Kobo ordered that the enforcement of the magistrate’s ruling be stayed until at least February 1.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:32:14 GMTSuspected terror infiltration determined false alarm, was Jordanian Border Police operation
The red alert in Paran was the result of Jordanian border police officers chasing criminals into Israeli territory.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:31:42 GMTNetanyahu claims IDF Gaza losses due to lack of ammunition, Trump improved situation
At a joint conference with Hostage Coordinator Gal Hirsch, Netanyahu pointed out that, for the first time in 12 years, there are no hostages being held in the Gaza Strip.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:18:51 GMTFormer IDF officer says key to AI is still 'person behind the algorithm' at Cybertech conference
Speaking at Cybertech in Tel Aviv, Kogan Ehrlich debated with other former Unit 8200 officials about what people should focus on learning, such as "knowing a lot or knowing how to learn fast."
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:10:50 GMTHamas will only discuss disarmament after Rafah Crossing opens, sources tell 'Post' - exclusive
The crossing will be run by Palestinian personnel who are not affiliated with the Palestinian Authority and do not wear PA uniforms, alongside European Union observers from the EUBAM mission.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:03:32 GMTShutdown of Army Radio is 'political move,' lawmakers warn panel ahead of High Court hearing
The move also drew swift criticism from Attorney General Baharav-Miara, who warned it could amount to an unlawful effort to undermine public broadcasting and freedom of expression.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:45:21 GMTAhead of High Court hearing, legal advisory warns closure of Army Radio threatens press freedom
The filing states that in recent years these trends have intensified, producing “a growing and tangible impact on the freedom of the press."
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:32:14 GMT2026 budget reading puts government at risk, after months of ideological sparring - analysis
If the vote is postponed, or if the haredi (ultra-Orthodox) parties choose not to support it and it falls, then for all intents and purposes the government will fall with it.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:17:45 GMTRamadan will show if clan clashes are really over, say Hebron residents
Sources noted that representatives of several families offered to “take measures against any member who acts independently or takes the law into their own hands.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:27:03 GMTBring them all home: Israel's 12-year fight to ensure every hostage is rescued from Gaza - feature
To celebrate this day and honor those who have fallen, The Jerusalem Post has created a timeline in remembrance of the national struggle to finally bring every hostage home.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:59:55 GMTWATCH: IDF releases footage, pictures from Ran Gvili rescue mission
The IDF found the remains of the last Israeli hostage from the October 7 invasion, St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, on Monday at around 2:00 p.m. at al-Batesh cemetery in northern Gaza
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:52:53 GMTJewish world marks first day with no hostages in Gaza by shedding symbols of support
The return of Ran Gvili’s body on Monday ended a two-and-a-half-year advocacy campaign to return the roughly 250 hostages taken by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:31:21 GMTWATCH: Hostages Square countdown clock stopped after 843 days
Gvili's return marks the end of the saga of returning all live and deceased hostages taken by Hamas on October 7.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:23:49 GMTWATCH: IDF strikes Hezbollah terrorists, underground terror infrastructure, in southern Lebanon
Earlier on Tuesday, the IDF killed another Hezbollah operative in the Deir Qanoun area of southern Lebanon who was also acting in violation of the ceasefire.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:21:14 GMT'No reasonable person can get used to it': IDF commander on recovering Gvili's remains - interview
Gvili was killed in battle fighting infiltrating Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023, after saving the lives of partygoers fleeing the Nova music festival in Re’im and defending Kibbutz Alumim.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:46:09 GMTIsrael's judicial reform legislation blitz will reach Supreme Court, chief justice warns
In a rare radio interview with KAN Reshet Bet marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Amit addressed the deepening constitutional crisis surrounding the government’s judicial reform agenda.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:48:07 GMTNetanyahu trial: Prosecutors accuse PM of tailoring narrative on Elovich ties in Case 4000
“You say things according to the narrative you want to create,” Tirosh told Netanyahu, arguing that his courtroom testimony diverged from how the relationship was described in legal filings.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:21:58 GMT'It is impossible to believe, but it happened': Holocaust survivor recalls childhood in Nazi camps
“October 7th was not only the opening shot of a regional war against Israel, it was also the opening shot of a global war against the Jews,” Levy said.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:18:30 GMTIsrael to seek new 10-year security deal with Trump administration, FT reports
Israel is preparing talks with the Trump administration on a new 10-year security agreement, seeking to extend US military support while planning for a future without billions in American grants.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:33:41 GMTHapoel Tel Aviv beats Beersheba in OT, while Jerusalem, Mac TA both take wins home
Hapoel Tel Aviv slipped by Hapoel Beersheba 112-108 in overtime to notch the tight win at Yad Eliyahu and improve its Israeli league record to 14-1 and remain in first place.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:40:27 GMTIsrael prepared for evacuation of tourists in event of Iran attack, says Tourism Ministry head
“If and when the skies close, we have the means, and all the managers know what to do in that moment,” Director-General of the Tourism Ministry, Michael Izhakov, said.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:33:36 GMT'We brought home a hero': Netanyahu says Israel ready for next phase of Gaza ceasefire deal
The remarks came shortly after the IDF located the remains of slain hostage St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, in northern Gaza.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:59:29 GMTNo one left behind, Israel completes hostage recovery - comment
After 843 days, Israel has accounted for every hostage taken on October 7, bringing home the living and the fallen at immense cost.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:46:25 GMT'Hero of Kibbutz Alumim': Israel reacts to news of final hostage Ran Gvili's return
Leaders across Israel paid tribute as the remains of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili were brought home, closing the chapter of Israeli hostages held in Gaza.