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Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:51:48 GMT
U2 frontman Bono compares Ben-Gvir comments on Gazans to Nazi leader Heinrich Himmler's rhetoric
During the interview, conducted by journalist Brian Hiatt, Bono addressed comments Ben-Gvir made about Gaza residents in a conversation with former hostage survivor Rom Braslavski.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:48:55 GMT
Smotrich to again increase state fuel subsidies to counter rise in gas prices
A similar move by Smotrich earlier in September, approved by the prime minister's legal advisor, was seen as unwise by the Treasury's professional echelon, according to N12.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:53:47 GMT
Lapid: No need for public panic, despite Netanyahu's claims of possible pre-election attack
"Security threats must be handled professionally and responsibly," Lapid said. "Israel’s security and IDF bases are not mere backdrops for election campaign videos."

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:11:54 GMT
Blue-and-white National Team needs accountability, not more excuses, after last loss - analysis
The question facing the IFA is no longer simply how Israel can recover from one disappointing defeat. The time for excuses is over. The time for accountability is now.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:43:22 GMT
'Rather die than be drafted': Thousands take to Jerusalem's streets in haredi anti-draft march
The march is taking place in the Kikar HaShabbat area, the along Shmuel HaNavi and Bar Ilan streets in the capital city.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:38:26 GMT
Herzog holds annual presidential Sukkot event with shows, culture, activities targeted for children
This year, the sukkah looked like a bare-bones movie set. In previous years, it was decorated with the best of Israel’s flowers, fruits, and vegetables.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:21:48 GMT
Netanyahu seeks NIS 2.6m. from media outlets over reports of UAE's warning about October 7
Suit targets Haaretz, Ynet, Channel 12, and six journalists and commentators over disputed reports that Arab officials warned Netanyahu before the Hamas attack.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:41:02 GMT
Source to 'Post': Israel on high alert, but no concrete intel. warning for attack before elections
"There is currently no specific intelligence warning on the table,” one official told the Post. This comes after PM Netanyahu warned that Israel's enemies might try to attack before the elections.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:24:54 GMT
Has Netanyahu's postponement of a state commission of inquiry into October 7 backfired? - analysis
The difficulty with postponing an inquiry is that postponement does not end the questions. It leaves them hanging, waiting for someone else to answer them.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:07:25 GMT
WATCH: Strock says Israel will establish settlements across West Bank Areas A, B as sanctions mount
In addition, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said he would make no distinction between Areas A, B, and C if appointed defense minister.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:35:00 GMT
NIS 4m allocated to boost attendance in Israeli Basketball Super League
The Basketball Super League board decided to build an incentive system aimed at increasing attendance in arenas following a drop last season. The playoff format will remain unchanged.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:21:20 GMT
From ruins, regrowth: Artists answer October 7 with humanity
An exhibition at the Bible Lands Museum brings together artists who had to find their way back to the studio after the massacre and asks whether a people can grow again.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:31:31 GMT
'Grief can't be an excuse': Peace activist who lost parents on Oct. 7 criticizes Israel at UNSC
The meeting focused on the periodic report on the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2334 from 2016, which calls for an end to settlement construction.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:24:26 GMT
WATCH: Soldier given 20-day sentence after protesting outside of IDF Central Command HQ
The soldier, who was sentenced by court-martial, held signs outside the Jerusalem headquarters that read: "Avi Bluth - Stop Administrative Orders" and "Avi Bluth - Stop Persecuting Tal Yinon Dardik."

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:02:34 GMT
WATCH: 'Don't mess with us': Netanyahu warns enemies may attack Israel ahead of election
A meeting between Lapid and Netanyahu is set for Tuesday evening following the PMO's rejection of Lapid's initial request for an urgent briefing.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:21:01 GMT
WATCH: IDF strikes in Gaza, killing Hamas Northern Brigade commander, top military financer
Beik had served as commander of the brigade since the elimination of his predecessor, Ahmed Ghandour, and had previously served as the brigade’s military intelligence chief, according to the IDF.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:52:54 GMT
Ultra-Orthodox rioters clash with police, locals in Jerusalem's Old City, 11 arrested
A Border Police officer and another person were lightly wounded as rioters threw stones and other objects, damaged municipal vehicles and clashed with police and local residents.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:19:27 GMT
Israel axes aliyah approval for Jewish activists involved in pro-Palestinian advocacy - interview
The Population and Immigration Authority overturned the aliyah approvals of two activists in their 20s, who have worked with Palestinian communities in the West Bank.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:02:15 GMT
Hamas official's arrest in Gaza gave Israel intelligence surge to kill top terrorists - exclusive
Three Hamas brigade commanders have been killed since September 11, following the September 2 capture of senior Hamas security official Mu'in al-Arabid in Gaza.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:51:59 GMT
Maccabi Tel Aviv breezes into Winner Cup semis with balanced scoring output against Kiryat Ata
After ASVEL loss, Yellows crush Kiryat Ata 109-61 to reach Winner Cup final four vs Jerusalem. Theis led with 15, Colson added 14 in dominant win.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:45:05 GMT
MK Busso criticizes haredi draft march, says Shas, Likud will continue collaboration after election
"These are the same people who also march against the haredi parties. Against me and against each and every one of us."

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:14:10 GMT
Some 18 injured in eight-car pileup on Highway 6 in central Israel, halting traffic
Approximately 18 people were injured in the crash, of whom 10 were transported to the Hillel Yaffe Hospital in Hadera. 

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:03:59 GMT
High Court orders Shin Bet, government to answer Yair Golan protection petition
The Democrats said Israel Police had raised Golan’s risk level to 4 on a six-point scale, which it described as high and identical to the rating given to Yashar chairman Gadi Eisenkot.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:54:03 GMT
Netanyahu condemns riots in West Bank, calls to fully prosecute extremist settlers involved
Settler extremists threw stones, assaulted IDF and Border Police, and set fire to property throughout the area, actions which members of the establishment utterly condemned.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:02:03 GMT
Tensions spike as Israel targets Dutch diplomats following Netherlands ban on settlement goods
The change in Dutch policy has not eliminated domestic disagreements. Criticism has been voiced even within D66, with some arguing that the government is not putting sufficient pressure on Israel

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:41:29 GMT
Killing of mafia head Yushayev leaves Hadera vulnerable to further organized criminal violence
Yushayev was shot dead at a restaurant in Caesarea on August 23. His murder continues to occupy both police investigators and figures in the region's criminal underworld.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:34:30 GMT
Private hospital in Tel Aviv shut down over severe safety violations following surprise inspection
The district physician issued the order Monday evening after the inspection found deficiencies that the ministry said posed a serious and immediate danger to patients' health and safety.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:51:03 GMT
Over 100 Jewish extremist settlers riot near West Bank town, clash with Israeli forces
Three Border Police officers lightly wounded as extremist settlers clash with forces, setting fire to Palestinian property • Riot sought to prevent Palestinian family’s coordinated return to Jalud

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:26:04 GMT
Five arrested following disturbances on Jerusalem light rail construction site
Police used a water cannon and stun grenades on the protesters after they failed to comply with dispersal orders and took the five arrested suspects for further questioning.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:43:59 GMT
Chabad efforts secure Odesa posting for Breslov Hasid detained over Ukraine draft
A 49-year-old Israeli citizen drafted into the Ukrainian military after traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah will serve as a doctor in Odesa instead of a feared combat posting near Kharkiv.

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