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Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:40:11 GMTThousands of Israelis abroad plan to fly home to vote – one initiative wants to help them get there
‘Israelis abroad want to be part of decisions shaping the country’s future,’ says AID Coalition co-founder and CEO, giving a voice to the multitudes seeking to vote in these coming elections
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:07:55 GMTLife story that goes beyond Entebbe: 'I swore near his burnt tank to never leave a soldier behind'
Fifty years after Entebbe, Doron Almog revisits war, family, loss, and the profound lessons his son Eran taught him about humanity, dignity, and shared responsibility.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:50:39 GMTWhy prosecutors refuse to drop Netanyahu's bribery charge despite judges' reccomendation - analysis
The case has unfolded across a decade of investigations, indictments, elections, governments, protest movements, wars, and institutional battles.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:05:30 GMTArad residents protest alleged Gur Hassidic ‘takeover’ of city amid rising violence
A rally is planned in the city for Thursday amid escalating tensions, arrests, and accusations of selective police enforcement.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:27:18 GMT'We will still be worthy': Israeli politicians mark 1,000-day milestone since October 7 massacre
Protests marking the milestone were held on Thursday outside the homes of several israeli politicians, including Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and Education Minister Yoav Kish.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:39:46 GMTIDF locates Israelis who went missing in West Bank village after fleeing from police
Extensive resources were allocated to the search operation, including IDF special forces and a combat helicopter.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:33:15 GMTIsrael Police clash with protesters commemorating 1,000 days since Oct. 7 outside Knesset
Protesters told Ynet that police were attempting to disperse them violently.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:09:47 GMTTEMA Network presents report on Israeli society's attitudes towards Israeli-Palestinian conflict
TEMA Leadership Network, an Israeli grassroots organization, presented a year-long study on Israeli society's attitudes towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at their conference on Tuesday.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:13:13 GMTSafed Rabbinical Court may close this fall despite strong local demand
Several rabbis wrote a letter to the chief rabbi opposing the decision, and the Rabbinical Courts Administration said it is doing everything "in its power" to stop the closure, the report said.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:19:05 GMTFollowing petition, Elections Committee orders removal of Netanyahu video pending final ruling
The video includes an excerpt from remarks Netanyahu made during a multi-front situational assessment with the IDF’s senior command forum.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:21:30 GMTTekuma marks 1,000 days since Oct. 7 as final communities prepare to return
The Tekuma Administration, whose mandate ends in 2028, has advanced strategic projects with the aim of furthering long-term growth, the report read.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:39:24 GMTNext Israeli gov't main issue will be controlling defense budget, Bank Hapoalim CEO told conference
Yadin Antebi told EY’s annual real estate conference that Israel’s defense budget would heavily shape the public’s standard of living in the coming years.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:55:43 GMTIDF's Zamir meets top US comm. to promote cooperation on Lebanon, Hezbollah strategy - exclusive
The return of the American coordinator signals progress in attempts to deploy the Lebanese Army and expel Hezbollah from some areas in southern Lebanon.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:36:33 GMTRamat Gan cafe set on fire for third time after owner opens on Shabbat
The incident follows a previous arson at the same cafe in May, after the owner reportedly received threats over the cafe’s Saturday opening.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:20:45 GMTKnesset passes in first reading bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law
The wording in the proposal emphasizes Torah study as “a fundamental value in the heritage of the Jewish people and in the State of Israel.”
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:40:14 GMTWATCH: Maccabiah opening ceremony kicks off in Jerusalem, thousands of athletes in attendance
Both President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed the crowd during the ceremony, bidding the Jews who had come from around the world a warm “welcome home.”
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:13:33 GMTSon of rabbi who verbally attacked IDF chief says father receives no state funding whatsoever
This comes after Rabbi Aryeh Yazdi was heard cursing Zamir and calling him “accursed” and “may his name be erased.”
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:11:40 GMTIsraeli humanitarian team arrives in Venezuela following devastating earthquake
A separate Israeli search-and-rescue delegation arrived in Venezuela last week to aid in recovery efforts.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:00:58 GMTBoP says UNRWA 'has no place' in Gaza as COGAT launches pilot program for returning residents
"We are turning the page on the complex of perpetual aid dependency and conflict," the BoP said. "The people of Gaza deserve better."
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:18:02 GMTExplosive device found near Ashkelon playground, suspect arrested
Prosecutors say fingerprints and location data linked suspect Osher Peretz to the sophisticated device though he denies building or hiding it.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:08:15 GMTNew Bullet-resistant MDA ambulance dedicated to two fallen IDF reservists
Nitai Meizels and Amishar Ben-David were remembered in Eli with a new ambulance designed to protect patients and medical teams.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:19:37 GMTAir Haifa expands with new Ben-Gurion-Eilat route and up to 10 daily flights
The planned route will connect Israel’s main international airport with Ramon Airport near Eilat. Ticket prices and the flight schedule will be revealed after the relevant slots are allocated.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:02:39 GMTJudicial Selection Committee picks 26 more judges, registrars after extended freeze
This latest series of appointments follows Sunday's appointment of 68 judicial officials after around a year and a half of delay.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:59:53 GMTNoam Shapira appointed first Director of National Public Diplomacy Staff since before October 7
The government exempted the role from the usual tender process, with other candidates reportedly claiming that the process was predetermined.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:52:36 GMTBen-Gvir-backed 'muezzin bill' to limit mosque loudspeakers passes preliminary Knesset reading
The bill's proposal argues that in many Muslim countries there are clear restrictions on noise levels, and "some countries have almost entirely prohibited the use of loudspeaker systems in mosques."
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:31:16 GMTBismuth tries to pit Shin Bet against High Court in election dispute
A letter from Boaz Bismuth asked the Shin Bet to address both foreign election threats and concerns stemming from a recent High Court ruling.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:26:18 GMTFormer Supreme Court justice Edna Arbel passes away
Arbel authored the principal opinion in the High Court’s 2013 ruling that struck down a 2012 amendment to the Prevention of Infiltration Law.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:15:20 GMTOct. 7 alternative inquiry bill will reach first reading Monday, gov’t tells High Court
The Knesset would first seek to appoint a six-member panel with the support of 80 MKs, though the revisions also allow the commission to operate with as few as three members.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:02:02 GMTMelcer warns election integrity, press freedom at risk ahead of next vote
Melcer also warned of AI entering the picture, adding that Israel should prepare for attempts at foreign or domestic interference in elections.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:18:39 GMTSoroka University Medical Center begins new partnership with Azerbaijan healthcare system
Soroka University Medical Center and Clalit signed new agreements with Azerbaijani healthcare providers, expanding cooperation in research, pediatrics and medical training.