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Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:54:13 GMT
One killed, five wounded in Sharon terror attack as IDF, police continue hunt for escaped terrorist
The IDF confirmed it is working alongside medical professionals to track down the escaped terrorist while locating and providing medical care to those wounded. 

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:38:32 GMT
Twice as many women have been killed by domestic gun violence since October 7, new report finds
According to Ynet, Ben-Gvir claimed that the relaxation of gun controls since October 7 had not caused this increase, adding that "a weapon in the right hands saves lives. Period."

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:26:26 GMT
Tel Aviv gambling house raid: Eight Chinese nationals arrested, NIS 1m. in cash seized
Police arrested eight Chinese foreign residents and seized NIS 1 million in cash, a Glock pistol, ammunition, and gambling equipment.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:45:50 GMT
Illegal resident arrested on suspicion of stabbing, robbing man in Tel Aviv apartment
After wounding the victim, the attacker fled the scene. Israel Police later found him shortly afterward, several streets from the apartment.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:18:05 GMT
Israeli singer Yishai Levi passes away at 63 after being hospitalized in serious condition
Levi's most recognizable songs include Rikud Romanti (2008), Ha'achat Sheli (2011), Od Hayom (2014), and Hafla With Ben Moshe (1989).

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:31:19 GMT
France launches 'war crimes' probe into Israel over flotilla treatment following Ben-Gvir video
The investigation, prompted by a video published by Ben-Gvir, was initiated following a formal referral submitted to the prosecutor's office by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 04:27:35 GMT
As Iran threatens regional fuel shipping, Azerbaijan becomes Israel’s gas buffer
Backup supplies from SOCAR are giving Egypt and Jordan alternatives when Israeli gas exports are disrupted, while keeping Israel linked to regional customers that may avoid direct purchases.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:57:35 GMT
Pride flags vandalized across Israel over weekend, police launch probes
In Jaffa, police launched an investigation after receiving a report of an individual seen tearing down LGBT flags displayed at the Clock Tower Square.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 02:38:03 GMT
IDF, Shin Bet kill Hamas Nukhba commander who led infiltration into Kissufim during Oct. 7 massacre
Overnight on Saturday, the IDF killed an additional Hamas terror commander, Muhanad Othman Yassin Farwana, in southern Gaza. 

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:34:29 GMT
Argument over smoking at Kfar Maccabiah pool ends in stabbing, arrests
The altercation, which occurred in full view of dozens of swimmers, including children, broke out after one man asked another to stop smoking near the pool. 

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:52:40 GMT
Jewish rioter lightly wounded in ramming by Palestinian at Efrat Junction
Later the IDF stated that, prior to the event, dozens of Israeli Jewish rioters had blocked roads in the area, forcing Palestinian cars to turn around and throwing rocks at their vehicles.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:26:16 GMT
Capt. Shahar Gamla and Sgt. Ohad Yaari fell in southern Lebanon, IDF announces
Gamla, a deputy company commander in the Egoz Unit of the IDF’s Commando Brigade, died after being severely injured during combat in southern Lebanon.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 21:18:12 GMT
Mossad's new chief Gofman ousts deputy director A. during first week of term
"The head of the Mossad wished to express his deep appreciation to A. for his 22 years of operational service in the Mossad," read a statement by Mossad Director Gofman.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:48:13 GMT
Miss Israel Organization severs ties with 2025 winner over allegations of rigged pageant
The Miss Israel Organization stated that as of Friday, Melanie Shiraz is “no longer authorized to represent, speak on behalf of, or act in an official capacity for the Miss Israel Organization."

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:39:20 GMT
Multiple clashes between Israelis, Palestinians reported in West Bank following alleged sheep theft
The clashes included incidents of stone throwing and the use of clubs between Israeli civilians and Palestinians, according to the IDF.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:58:22 GMT
IDF southern Lebanon strike may have hit Lebanese Army personnel, military investigating
The IDF said that all movement in the area requires coordination due to it being an active combat zone, emphasizing that Israel operates against Hezbollah and not the Lebanese military.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 09:02:53 GMT
Israeli soccer superstar Daniel Peretz signs permanent four-year deal with Southampton
Israeli soccer superstar Daniel Peretz has completed a permanent move from Bayern Munich to Southampton, signing a four-year deal as the Championship club targets Premier League promotion.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:57:58 GMT
House overwhelmingly rejects Democrat lead resolution to remove US troops from Lebanon
Democratic lead Lebanon War Powers Resolution was defeated 324 to 92, with Democratic leaders saying US troops are not in combat there.

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:18:20 GMT
Two Palestinian civilians wounded, one killed during IDF operations in West Bank
The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that a seven-month-old baby was killed in the incident, though the death has not been confirmed by the IDF.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:32:26 GMT
Man attacked by haredi protesters outside Jerusalem police station after Sohlberg rioters arrested
The man, uninvolved in the protest, was pushed to the ground and suffered a head wound, Ynet reported.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:50:23 GMT
Haredi military aid org warns Netanyahu draft dodger arrests threaten ultra-Orthodox enlistment
CEO Yossi Levi said that efforts to draft haredim should focus on those not enrolled in a yeshiva, rather than on arresting those who have committed to studying Torah full-time.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:29:34 GMT
IDF deployed commandos, intelligence units to Azerbaijan during Iran war - CNN
IDF commandos, intelligence personnel, and Mossad operatives were reportedly deployed to Azerbaijan during Operation Roaring Lion, providing a forward position near Iran's border, sources told CNN.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:38:32 GMT
Netanyahu will bring Hezbollah agreement to Security Cabinet if one is agreed, PM tells ministers
Ben-Gvir, Eli Cohen, and other ministers called for harsher measures against Hezbollah, while Finance Minister Smotrich argued that a ceasefire under current conditions would be a major success.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:32:03 GMT
Thursday's Ayalon car bomb victim identified, estranged husband suspected of murder, detained
Cohen, a former police officer, was killed by an explosive device weighing about half a kilogram, which detonated while she was driving on Highway 20 in the middle of rush hour traffic.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:46:42 GMT
Majority of Israelis say Trump should not determine the nature of IDF operations - poll
This poll comes against the backdrop of the "shouting call" between Trump and Netanyahu, a profanity-laced tirade against the Israeli prime minister, demanding that Israel halt IDF airstrikes.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:03:05 GMT
Suspect detained after attempted stabbing attack at Border Police station in Galilee
The man arrived at the entrance to the station around 5:30 a.m., emerged from his car, and charged toward a Border Police officer with a knife in his hand. 

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:11:54 GMT
Nadir Adri dies from injuries sustained in Panama minibus crash, raising Israeli death toll to two
Nadir Adri's funeral will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. in Ashdod.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:45:51 GMT
Within an hour: Three men killed in two incidents of violent crime amid Arab sector crime crisis
In Yafia, two men in their 30s were fatally shot. Magen David Adom paramedics reported treating the two men for penetrating wounds shortly before reporting that the men had both died at the scene.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:04:00 GMT
'Turning a new page': Israel to open first ever embassy in Slovenia
Sa’ar added that he has already instructed Foreign Ministry Director-General Eden Bar Tal to begin the process of establishing the new embassy and the selection process for an ambassador. 

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:30:39 GMT
Knesset approves tax benefits for West Bank settlements amid opposition criticism
The Knesset approved a bill granting tax benefits to West Bank settlements, with Finance Minister Smotrich calling it recognition for residents living under a security threat.

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