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Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:43:20 GMT'We think Tehran, they think Taiwan': Israeli official exposes US-Israel strategic divide
"The difference between us is not in how we understand the threat, but in our priorities: for us, Iran is an existential threat; for the United States, it is a chronic regional challenge."
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:53:00 GMTGaza war could have ended a year earlier, achieved more Hamas disarmament, ex-hostage chief says
An overlong war led to huge unnecessary losses in fallen soldiers and the death of up to 40 hostages, former lead hostage negotiations coordinator Maj.-Gen. (res.) Nitzan Alon said.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:42:54 GMTIsrael sanctions IRGC-linked crypto accounts funneling millions to Hezbollah, other proxies
These funds, totaling approximately NIS 24 million, were used to fund various Iranian terror proxies, including Hezbollah.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:14:12 GMTSuspected terrorist shot after attempting to stab Israel Police officer, officer not injured
The police officer, who was part of the Israel Police's Special Patrol Unit (YASAM), was not injured.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:27:02 GMTWATCH: IDF kills four Hamas terrorists, destroys Gaza rocket launchers in strikes
According to the IDF statement, the four terrorists had been advancing attacks against IDF troops operating in the strip.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:17:42 GMTPolice arrest suspect after Netanya rabbi's murder as at least three killings recorded in one day
Police suspect the alleged stabber came to the yeshiva to pray with the rabbi. At the time, several former criminals who had returned to religious observance were also sitting around the rabbi.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:22 GMTPublic Defender warns of deepening prison crisis, expanded enforcement powers
Regarding the expansion of police enforcement, the Public Defender’s Office cited a legislative proposal to designate criminal organizations as terrorist organizations.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:01:54 GMTNetanyahu says he 'lost a little weight' since Oct. 7, changed Israel’s security doctrine
Netanyahu said Oct. 7 reshaped his security approach, defended buffer zones in enemy territory, and promised a third strike on Iran if needed to prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:02:32 GMTFormer PM Bennett unveils plan to lower Israel’s cost of living if victorious in Knesset election
The Together Party's proposal targets monopolies, import restrictions, and barriers to competition.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:18:48 GMTGadi Eisenkot launches Yashar! Knesset election campaign, vows to govern for all Israelis
Gadi Eisenkot launched Yashar!’s election campaign, presenting plans on security, the economy, education, national service, PTSD care, and immigration as the party rises in polls.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:43:06 GMTNetanyahu said ‘voluntary migration’ from Gaza still on table, avoided ruling out settlements
“The question is whether you prefer to do or to talk,” said Netanyahu regarding the renewal of Jewish settlements in Gaza. “And yes, I prefer not to address it.”
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:59:52 GMTWith a new look, new coach, Beitar Jerusalem is raising the bar
Beitar Jerusalem players expressed confidence that the club can challenge for the championship under new coach Almog Cohen.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:49:19 GMTAlmost 70% of Israel's public services are digitalized, National Digital Network report reveals
The report, submitted to the Knesset, mapped the 4,562 public services in Israel that are provided by government ministries, support units, corporations, and authorities.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:46:51 GMTIDF unveils upgraded Hummer, featuring 'first of its kind' turbo system
“There are some minor differences in appearance, but the real change is on the inside,” unit commander, Maj. A. said to the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, while operating the Lavi in real time.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:23:09 GMTSmotrich says plans for northern Gaza settlements await Netanyahu's approval
The finance minister’s statements calling for West Bank and Gaza annexation often draw sharp international condemnation, as well as criticism for harming Israel’s global standing.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:06:44 GMTWhy do officials keep trying to shove Mossad chief Roman Gofman into the Gaza sphere? - analysis
Officials keep linking Mossad chief Roman Gofman to Gaza migration plans, despite denials that he is leading it, and no final decision on who will lead the effort.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:40:33 GMTRothman kicks deputy attorney-general out of Knesset panel debating contentious A-G split bill
The removal incident took place during a debate on the bill, in which five of the attorney general's deputies made a rare joint appearance to present their opposition.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:17:59 GMTMan seriously injured after being struck by train at Ra'anana South Station
MDA personnel responded to the scene of the incident and provided first aid before transferring the man to Meir Medical Center in Kfar Saba, where he is being treated for multiple internal injuries.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:14:06 GMTIDF scrambles fighter jets after losing contact with commercial plane on its way to Israel
The IDF confirmed that communications with the flight were re-established and that a security incident aboard the plane was discarded.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:12:09 GMTAbility Industries, two officials indicted in NIS 35m. defense-export case
Prosecutors charged the company and two officials with aggravated smuggling offenses and unlicensed defense marketing.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:52:00 GMTIn aftermath of Venezuela earthquake, Health Ministry conducts drill to boost preparedness
“Preparing for an earthquake is one of the most complex challenges facing the health system," said Health Ministry Director General Moshe Bar Siman Tov.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:20:04 GMTFamilies of October 7 victims to march along Gaza border, marking 1,000 days since Hamas invasion
The convoy plans to gather in Kibbutz Re'im's parking lot and march around the Gaza border, passing by sites attacked by Hamas on October 7.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:14:16 GMTNetanyahu in Lebanon: IDF to stay in region as long as Hezbollah continues to pose a threat
Netanyahu also referred to Hezbollah as the key part of Iran's axis of terror, and claimed the Lebanese terror group only possesses 8% of its initial 150,000 rocket and missile stockpile.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:37:44 GMTUS House to vote on amendment to block $3.3 billion in annual military aid for Israel
Rep. Thomas Massie’s amendment would bar funds in the appropriations bill from being used for Israel and cut annual military financing.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:50:25 GMTCar explosion leaves one dead near Haifa, police investigating incident as a murder
There are fears that the murder will reignite a long-standing conflict between the Hariri crime organization and other criminal groups.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:40:55 GMTIsraeli gov't recognition of Armenian Genocide fulfills 'moral duty,' senior bishop says
“It means a lot for the State of Israel, for the Jewish people," Baghdasaryan said. "It was really the moral duty for the State of Israel to recognize the Armenian genocide.”
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:40:55 GMT'Köln 75': The unlikely story behind Keith Jarrett's iconic concert - review
Köln 75, directed by Israel-born, New York-based Ido Fluk, is a little like The Big Short at times, in that it features moments when various characters stop the action and break the fourth wall.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:37:44 GMT'I won,' ex-hostage Rom Braslavski says after IDF kills PIJ terrorist who held him in Gaza
Braslavski posted the news on Instagram, sharing the abuse he endured by the killed terrorist and writing, "Now I can say 100% that I won."
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:54:17 GMTIron Beam, Iron Dome combine forces in Defense Ministry drill
The exercise focused on coordinating Iron Beam and Iron Dome against multiple aerial threats, with drones appearing to be the primary target.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:25:33 GMTKnesset panel advances ultra-Orthodox bill to enshrine Torah study in Basic Law
Critics say the bill could preserve state benefits for yeshiva students who avoid military service amid the IDF’s manpower shortage.