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Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:47:31 GMTNetanya wins $1 million in Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge for parks project
The city of Netanya is one of 24 winning cities in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge competition, the organization announced.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:17:16 GMTWithin two hours: Three bus crashes in southern Israel leave 37 injured, including IDF soldiers
Twenty-one people were injured near Mitzpe Ramon, 11 near the Nevatim junction, and another five near Ruhama.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:32:54 GMTFemale former IDF soldier detained in Turkey, released following US pressure
The arrest occurred amidst an Islamist campaign calling for the arrest of soldiers from the “Zionist Army.”
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 02:11:50 GMTRecord 129 journalists died in 2025, majority allegedly by Israel, says CPJ
The Committee to Protect Journalists’ annual report described 86 journalist deaths at the hands of Israel, figures that the IDF has since denounced.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:47:19 GMTEretz Nehederet mocks Iran crisis: From Purim rain to ballistic missiles
The producers of the satirical sketch comedy brought back their mockery of Iran as its potential conflict with the US looms large.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:56:17 GMTIDF captures terrorists in West Bank operations, Police detain 30 illegal immigrants in Tel Aviv
The IDF operation included an attack on two apartments in the camp where terrorists were hiding.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:23:44 GMTNo wavering: Modi's speech firmly aligns himself, and India, with Israel - analysis
To understand the magnitude of Modi’s words, it is necessary to revisit where India once stood, and understand why for decades it has kept Israel diplomatically distant.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:21:45 GMTBithonistim NGO: Gaza war must end with IDF defeat of Hamas, not Indonesian peacekeepers
The conference was the Bithonistim's first public presentation of its broad national security strategy, which top experts have been working on for an extended period.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:14:05 GMTPM Netanyahu to be summoned for testimony in midnight meeting affair
The Jerusalem Post queried the Israel Police and has yet to receive any comments.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:50:21 GMTJerusalem to add 2015 Pride Parade victim to municipal names registry, memorial site planned
Banki was 15 when she was stabbed during the Jerusalem Pride and Tolerance Parade in 2015. Six other marchers were also wounded in the knife attack carried out by Yishai Schlissel.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:45:42 GMTIsrael-Somaliland ties move from recognition to cooperation with ambassador appointment
Israel, in late December, became the first country to recognise the Republic of Somaliland, a northeastern part of Somalia that has long claimed independence.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:44:49 GMTPM Narendra Modi becames first recipient of Knesset Medal during official Israel visit
This is a new medal presented by the Knesset, symbolizing a deep appreciation for the recipient's contributions to the Israeli and Jewish people.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:41:49 GMT'A true partnership unlike any other': Huckabee affirms US support for Israel at Knesset
In addition to Huckabee, the session was attended by members of the Ruderman Family Foundation, several Members of Knesset, and Orna and Ronen Neutra, the parents of murdered hostage Omer Neutra.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:21:49 GMTOpposition boycotts Netanyahu at Indian PM's Knesset session, rejoins for Modi’s speech
Yesh Atid and Yisrael Beytenu parties announced immediately before the session that they would be present for Modi’s speech but would boycott Benjamin Netanyahu and Amir Ohana's remarks.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:33:27 GMTIndia expected to sign lucrative deal with Israel, improve air defenses - explainer
This comes in the aftermath of the 2023-2025 Middle East war, in which Israeli air-defense systems proved their worth as never before, and of the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:14:30 GMTBeitar’s ‘Crazy 8s’: Yitzchaki’s faith rewarded in historic Netanya rout - comment
When Beitar Jerusalem started to score, score, and score some more this week at Maccabi Netanya, you could feel that the floodgates had opened and there was history in the making.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:58:37 GMTState indicts 19-year-old for alleged revenge rampage in West Bank village after outpost evacuation
According to the indictment, events unfolded after security forces dismantled the outpost “Tzur Misgavi,” prompting dozens of individuals - including Harpaz - to gather in a planned act of revenge.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:53:40 GMTZamir appoints two new Brig.-Gens., including IDF's first haredi affairs advisor
Emuna will directly coordinate with all branches and directorates in the IDF to better advance and expand the service of haredi soldiers.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:51:20 GMTCyber incident reports in Israel rose 55% in 2025, according to INCD chief
Head of the Israel National Cyber Directorate, Yossi Karadi, noted the 55% increase in incident reports this year, with most being specific targeted attack indicators.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:30:18 GMTKnesset advances bill granting Chief Rabbinate authority over Western Wall prayer
The bill passed by a margin of 56-47 and will now be discussed in Knesset committee meetings. It will still need to undergo three more plenum readings to become a law.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:16:53 GMTFormer hostage performs song he sang in Hamas tunnels on first birthday since captivity
Held two weeks ago, the concert celebrated Ohel’s first birthday outside captivity, coming four months after his release. Tickets sold out within hours.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:18:35 GMTKnesset FADC holds heated debate over IDF ethics code, concept of victory
The FADC chairman attacked opposition figures who have ridiculed the idea of "absolute victory" as a populist mirage, used by politicians to manipulate public emotions and expectations.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:56:49 GMTHerzog vows Israel will never stop searching for Ron Arad at missing soldiers memorial
Speaking at the ceremony, Herzog quoted Russian-Israeli poet Nathan Alterman’s “The Third,” an emotional poem about a mother whose son’s body was lost.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:37:23 GMTSmash Mouth breaks boycott mold with surprise Tel Aviv club concert
Smash Mouth made a surprise appearance at Tel Aviv’s Barby club as part of a secret concert series, defying the trend of artists boycotting Israel and drawing an enthusiastic crowd.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:35:17 GMTCourt extends restrictions on PMO chief of staff Tzachi Braverman ahead of Thursday hearing
Braverman’s representatives agreed to temporarily extend the restrictions until Thursday, after police submitted a request to continue the conditions shortly before they were due to lapse.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:40:30 GMT Parallel past, united future: Why Israel and India are natural allies - analysis
Narendra Modi’s arrival in Israel and his planned address to the Knesset underscore how shared history, security challenges, and geopolitics have turned India and Israel into natural allies.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:52:12 GMTIsrael-India defense boost: Major deals mark a turning point in strategic relations - explainer
Israel and India are set to sign historic defense deals worth up to $10 billion, strengthening military ties with agreements on missiles, drones, and AI as Indian PM Modi visits Jerusalem.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:51:49 GMTWATCH: India stands with Israel firmly, PM Narendra Modi tells Knesset
Israel's opposition boycotts Knesset Speaker Ohana, Netanyahu's speeches, returns for Modi • 'This is a bond of real friendship,' Netanyahu tells Indian PM in private meeting
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:44:39 GMTIran-linked hacker group claims to hack servers of Israel's largest healthcare provider
Clalit has stated it is “examining the reliability of the message,” but has not confirmed that any patient data was compromised.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:40:42 GMTAmerica's deadliest fighter jet: F-22 fleet lands in Israel, sending clear message to Iran
The F-22 fleet is the latest addition to the arsenal that the US has amassed in the region over the last few weeks.