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Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:45:38 GMT
Three figures close to Netanyahu appear in court for hearing in Bild case 
Feldstein and Urich were arrested in March 2024 in connection with the Bild affair, which centers on the September 2024 leak of a classified military intelligence document.

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:24:17 GMT
Education Ministry mulls mandatory display of PM's photo in classrooms
The Education Ministry considers a new policy requiring portraits of government officials in classrooms, sparking debate amid rising political tensions.

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:15:25 GMT
Bar-Ilan University to confer honorary doctorate to Witkoff over hostages' release, peace efforts
The announcement of Witkoff’s Doctor of Philosophy Honoris Causa Bar-Ilan title came as a recognition of the politician's work over the ceasefire in Gaza and the hostages' return to Israel.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:05:31 GMT
Israeli MMA fighter Shimon Smotritsky earns unanimous decision win at 559 Fights 120 - interview
"When I fight like myself, freely, and without trying to entertain someone or try to hype the crowd up and do all this nonsense, I’m the best version of myself," Smotritsky says.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:46:46 GMT
'Pillar of the community': Mourning loss of lone soldier Joshua Boone, family pushes for IDF burial
Since Boone’s death was just over two weeks after his reserve service officially ended, the Defense Ministry does not recognize him as a fallen soldier under existing criteria.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:48:56 GMT
IDF kills two terrorists at Rafah Crossing under cover of severe weather
The remaining four terrorists returned IDF fire, and it is not clear whether they were hit or managed to escape. 

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:42:11 GMT
Jerusalem man hit by light rail driver in training as storm causes widespread traffic accidents
A man in his 50s was evacuated to Hadassah-University Medical Center in serious condition after he was hit by the Jerusalem light rail hear the Shuafat light rail station.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:00:09 GMT
UN says Gaza hunger crisis over, int'l media quietly ignores - analysis
One might think that international media would jump for joy at the news that the Gazan people are having their nutritional needs met, over two years into the war.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:53:56 GMT
Israel to 'immediately sever ties' with three UN agencies, international organizations, Sa'ar says
Gideon Sa'ar ordered the immediate severing of contact with UN Alliance of Civilizations, UN Energy, and Global Forum on Migration, accusing them of inefficiency and bias against Israel.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:07:31 GMT
Court sentences Ronel Fisher to community service, citing severe investigative failures
Ronel Fisherwas convicted as part of a plea deal on charges including attempted mediation of bribery, receiving property obtained through crime, and obstruction of justice.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:07:01 GMT
Economy Minister Barkat sues Channel 12 for NIS 12m. in largest libel lawsuit ever filed in Israel
Nir Barkat files Israel's largest libel lawsuit against Channel 12, accusing them of false claims following a broadcast of an investigation by journalist Omri Maniv.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:48:36 GMT
Venezuela releases Israeli prisoner accused of being a 'foreign mercenary'
The call, joined by Harari’s daughters Yael and Yaara, followed more than a year in which Harari was held by authorities in Caracas alongside other Western detainees.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:33:06 GMT
Israel will take part in the first Eurovision semifinal, EBU announces
This year’s Eurovision contest will take place in Austria in May, with the semifinals set for May 12 and May 14 and the finals on May 16.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:00:19 GMT
February 2024 local elections plagued by widespread financing irregularities, report reveals
The report also addresses problematic employment practices, including cases in which lists paid salaries to candidates who were themselves running in the elections.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:02:26 GMT
'Cool!' Ex-hostages Emily Damari, Romi Gonen recount learning of Hamas leader Sinwar's death
Emily Damari and Romi Gonen also recalled their harrowing time in captivity, their bond through music, and their emotional journey after the Oct. 7 massacre during a Galgaltz show on Monday.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:29:55 GMT
IDF unveils ‘Olim Al Bet’ program for fast-track immigrant reserve enlistment
The IDF said the program is open to Olim with a basic command of Hebrew and requires a commitment to active reserve service of approximately five years, subject to operational needs.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:49:12 GMT
IDF arrests three in West Bank for impersonating IDF soldiers, robbing stores
Military officials believe the suspects are members of a Bedouin terror cell, Army Radio reported. 

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:16:13 GMT
Netanyahu trial: Focus in hearing turns to campaign messaging surrounding Case 4000
Cross-examination questioning resumed by prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh in Case 4000, the Bezeq-Walla affair, considered the most serious of the three cases against the prime minister.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:23:51 GMT
One Israeli killed, another missing as winter storm sweeps Israel
A woman in her 50s from east Jerusalem was killed after a heavy object struck her as floodwaters rose in her home, and emergency services are searching for a boy near Modi'in Illit.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:02:16 GMT
Coalition leaders call on Netanyahu to disobey High Court, block Ben-Gvir firing
“Unfortunately, we are witnessing clear attempts at a coup carried out through the law enforcement systems. This is, quite simply, a coup against democracy," Ben-Gvir said Monday.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:56:48 GMT
Bill on prosecuting October 7 Nukhba terrorists passes first Knesset reading
The bill explicitly bars defendants or convicts prosecuted under its provisions from being included in any future decisions on the release of terrorists as part of diplomatic negotiations.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:10:52 GMT
Hamas captors told David Cunio his wife had 'moved on,' ex-hostage tells N12
The 35-year-old was abducted from his home on October 7, 2023, along with his wife, Sharon Aloni Cunio, and his then-3-year-old twin daughters, Yuli and Emma.

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:37:59 GMT
Haredi protesters attack bus driver during protest in northern Jerusalem
The haredi (ultra-Orthodox) protest was against the IDF draft.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 23:40:24 GMT
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeats Hapoel Jerusalem
Hapoel Tel Aviv handles Ramat Gan • Beersheba beats Galil Elyon • Herliya downs Ness Ziona

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 23:24:10 GMT
Knesset approves first reading of bill to make Police Investigation Department independent
The Knesset has approved a bill to make the Police Investigation Department independent from the State Prosecutor's Office, ensuring unbiased investigations.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:47:16 GMT
Herzog expresses concern over exodus of Christian families from Israel
President Herzog expresses concern over the exodus of young Christian families from Israel, stressing the importance of security and peace for all communities in the Holy Land.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:11:16 GMT
IDF spox.: Iran protests an internal matter, but Israel ready to respond to surprise attack
IDF Spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin reiterated that Israel sees the Iranian protests as an internal matter, stressing Israel's readiness for any potential Iranian attack.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:42:39 GMT
Tzrifin base exhibition reveals Hamas and Hezbollah arms, showing structure behind attacks
The IDF’s Tzrifin exhibition offers a rare look at weapons seized from Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon, highlighting their organized, state-backed operations.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:57:16 GMT
Hamas 'will not give up until last Israeli is gone,' former hostage Eitan Mor says
Former hostage Eitan Mor shares shocking insights into Hamas' military preparedness, revealing their deep knowledge of Israel and their unwavering commitment to future attacks.

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:44:39 GMT
Netanyahu begins a farewell to US military aid - analysis
Netanyahu aims to phase out US military aid within 10 years, citing Israel’s growing capacity and the need for greater independence in defense production.

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