Ex-Hamas hostage completes IDF training ‘with honors’'Today, I finish the course with a feeling of victory,' says Noga Weiss, who was held hostage in the Gaza Strip for some 50 days. July 10, 2024
New Israeli airline ‘Air Haifa’ to receive its first plane in JulyShortly after the new plane's arrival, Air Haifa will seek a license from Israel's Civil Aviation Authority, which it expects to secure in September. July 9, 2024
Legislation labeling UNRWA a ‘terror organization’ passes Knesset committeeMore than 100 survivors of Hamas’s October 7 attacks filed a $1 billion lawsuit against UNRWA, accusing the agency of 'aiding and abetting' the terror group. July 9, 2024
IDF to issue draft orders for ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students next monthDefense Minister Yoav Gallant announces plans to begin drafting 3,000 ultra-Orthodox yeshiva students next month, following Supreme Court ruling. July 9, 2024
Sharp jump in number of Ultra-Orthodox joining Israeli national serviceWhile encouraging, the 65% increase over last year does not address the basic need for thousands more soldiers. July 9, 2024
‘Don’t release the next Sinwar’, warns former intelligence officialA deal which sees terror masterminds released could lead to another October 7th-style terror onslaught, cautions former Shin Bet investigator. July 9, 2024
Hamas accuses Netanyahu of sabotaging ceasefire, fumes at Israel’s ‘red lines’Hamas fumes after Netanyahu announces his 'red lines' for a ceasefire, including a ban on weapons smuggling to the terror group via Egypt. July 9, 2024
Majority of Israelis reject hostage deal with Hamas – pollJust over one-third of Israelis say they support a proposed hostage deal with Hamas which would include a partial IDF withdrawal from Gaza in exchange for the return of 33 captives, only 18 of whom are still alive. July 9, 2024
‘I was constantly threatened with murder’ – Freed hostageAndrey Kozlov, 27, was told that his murder would be filmed for a propaganda video. July 9, 2024
Swedish Maccabi Haifa player wants to leave team amid safety concerns during Israel-Hamas war: ReportMaccabi Haifa officials are reportedly aware of Sundgren’s concerns and will not stand in his way if he decides to leave the team. July 8, 2024
‘No compromises’ – Hostage deal ‘non-negotiables’ revealedPrime Minister Netanyahu stresses that Israel will not agree to a deal that stipulates a permanent end to the war. July 8, 2024
Russian tourist killed by illegal Palestinian driverPalestinian car thief caused accident that killed Russian tourist in central Israel. July 8, 2024
Paratrooper at center of iconic Six-Day War photo dead at 81Yifat, one of the first paratroopers to enter the Old City, is seen with fellow paratroopers Zion Karasenti and Haim Oshri. July 7, 2024
Anti-government protesters launch ‘Day of disruption’ across IsraelFive people were arrested at the Kfar HaYarok interchange north of Tel Aviv for disrupting public order. July 7, 2024
Brain-eating amoeba reported in IsraelDoctors in central Israeli hospital diagnose patient with extremely rare brain-eating amoeba - the first time the amoeba has ever been discovered in a living patient in Israel. July 7, 2024
Hamas planning massive terror attack to thwart ceasefire talksIsraeli intelligence believes that Hamas will launch a large-scale terror attack to force Israel to withdraw from hostage deal, ceasefire negotiations. July 7, 2024
Israeli soldiers are finding Judaica in Gaza — and trying to locate the items’ ownersIDF soldiers have found menorahs, Seder plates, and even challah boards in their battles across the Gaza Strip. July 6, 2024
‘Thwarting Palestinian Statehood’ – Israel recognizes 3 new towns in Judea and Samaria, green lights thousands of new homesIsrael legalizes three fledgling communities in Judea and Samaria, moves forward with new housing projects which include 5,300 new units for Jewish towns in the area. July 5, 2024
Majority of Knesset members vote to oppose Palestinian stateThe previous declaration left open the possibility of creating a pathway towards Palestinian statehood. July 5, 2024
IDF lookout soldiers knew about Hamas invasion but were ignoredThe email warned, 'The sword is coming. The time to warn the people is now.' July 4, 2024
‘A hostage deal is closer than ever’ – Gallant to familiesDefense Minister tells hostage families that a deal to free their loved ones is on the horizon. July 4, 2024
At July 4 event, Herzog hails ‘unbreakable friendship’ with US“God bless America. God bless Israel. And God bless the unbreakable friendship between our nations,” said Herzog. July 4, 2024
Capt. Roy Miller and Capt. Ilay Lugasi fell in Gaza battles324 Israeli soldiers have been during the ground invasion of Gaza. July 4, 2024
Revealed: Biden’s threat to Netanyahu if Israel responded to Iranian missile attackBiden said, 'If you launch a big attack on Iran, you’re on your own.' July 3, 2024
IDF demolishes the home of child-murdering terroristA video of the house demolition released by the IDF Spokesperson's office showed the three-story home reduced to a pile of rubble. July 3, 2024
Defense Minister allows ‘May God avenge his blood’ inscription on fallen soldier’s tombstone‘Hashem yikom damo’ – [May G-d avenge his blood] is not an unusual expression, but an accepted wording that is part of the Jewish faith.' July 2, 2024
Netanyahu may allow PA officials to run Gaza after war – reportThis, after rejecting PA involvement for months, saying 'Fatahstan' is no better than 'Hamastan.' July 2, 2024
Bereaved families sue PA for $55m over ‘pay for slay’The legislation requires courts to award punitive damages of at least 10 million shekels (~$2.7 million) per fatal casualty. July 2, 2024
‘Netanyahu is the devil’ – Protest leader under investigationThe prosecutor's office ordered the police to launch a probe into the possible criminality of Dror's remarks. July 2, 2024
Weeks after daughter was rescued from Gaza, Liora Argamani dies of cancerChinese-born Liora Argamani, whose daughter, Noa, was held captive in Gaza for eight months before being rescued, dies of brain cancer, less than a month after her daughter was returned home. July 2, 2024
Shin Bet bristles at bill to reduce administrative detentionMK Simcha Rothman said it was a 'basic and democratic demand' to ensure that indefinite arrests occur as infrequently as possible. July 1, 2024
‘Anyone who works in agriculture is like a soldier’: Kibbutz Meirav’s harvest under fireFarmers and volunteers working in the vineyards of the kibbutz are situated less than 100 meters from the border. July 1, 2024
20 Islamic Jihad rockets pound Israel’s south in unusual barrageMonday morning saw the largest rocket barrage fired at southern Israel since January. July 1, 2024
Israel tech startup fundraising hits $2.9 billion in second quarterSome 62% of the $2.9 billion total came from six deals of more than $100 million. July 1, 2024
‘The Democrats’ – Israel’s Labor unites with far-left faction to form new partyAfter being shut out of Knesset in last election, far-left Meretz party unites with Labor to form new left-wing faction called 'The Democrats.' July 1, 2024
IDF disputes UN data on scale of Gaza destructionThe number of destroyed or damaged structures is unlikely to rise significantly, as intense combat operations have been winding down. June 30, 2024
Greenfeld’s gambit: Israeli chess master wins deaf world titleRabbi Yehuda Greenfeld secured an impressive nine points, finishing the tournament undefeated. June 30, 2024
Tens of thousands crowd Tel Aviv park for first Nova concert since Oct. 7 massacreMia Schem, who was abducted from the festival and released after 55 days in a hostage deal, also addressed the crowd, calling on them not to give up on the 124 hostages still inside Gaza. June 30, 2024
Fallen IDF soldier’s family makes Aliyah from FranceElmayekes' parents moved to Jerusalem last week 'as a way to ensure that the light of our son’s life will continue to shine despite his death.' June 30, 2024
‘Doomsday weapons’ may be used against Israel’s enemiesIAI official warns that Israel will use all weapons at its disposal in order to survive regional war. June 30, 2024
Iran warns Israel of ‘obliteration’ if it attacks Lebanon, world leaders silent'All options, including the full involvement of all Resistance Fronts, are on the table,' says Iran. June 30, 2024
Rescued hostage Noa Argamani said her ‘biggest worry’ during captivity was her parents'He (Arnon Zmora) is a hero of Israel; because of him, we are here.' June 29, 2024
‘He’s finished’: Israelis react to presidential debateRoughly 600,000 Americans living in Israel are eligible to vote in the presidential elections. June 29, 2024
Cycling for a nation: Israel-Premier Tech kicks off post-Oct. 7 Tour de FranceThe team has thus far had its best-ever season with 16 stage victories across all competitions. June 29, 2024
Grenade found at Netanyahu’s Caesarea’s home following protestLikud Party: 'The incitement against Prime Minister Netanyahu crossed another red line this evening ... The writing is on the wall.' June 28, 2024
After Canada sanctions ‘extremist settlers,’ Israel legalizes 5 towns in Judea and SamariaHours after Canada sanctions settlement organization and 'extremist settlers,' Israeli security cabinet votes to legalize five towns in Judea and Samaria and to sanction the Palestinian Authority. June 28, 2024
Yesha Council Head says Canada’s sanctions ‘create an existential threat’ against IsraelCanadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly announced the country would sanction individuals and entities associated with what she called 'extremist settlers.' June 27, 2024
Israel issues detailed response refuting UN human rights office accusations of indiscriminate bombingIsrael also called out the UN office for relying on casualty figures from Hamas-controlled health authorities in Gaza. June 27, 2024
Arab influencers welcome news of ultra-orthodox IDF draft'This decision will literally divide the Israeli public.' June 27, 2024
Israel’s political divisions made Oct. 7 attacks possible – pollNew polls find decline in internal political and social divisions in Israel, while vast majority of Israelis say political tensions helped enable the Hamas invasion of October 7th. June 27, 2024
UAE, Egypt to send troops for post-war Gaza security: ReportWashington is eager to promote its plans for post-war Gaza, which would see Arab countries such as Saudi Arabia leading reconstruction efforts. June 27, 2024
Preparing for war? IDF moves troops to Lebanon borderIsrael transfers combat units to northern border, as escalation with the Hezbollah terror group appears inevitable. June 27, 2024
All-female IDF combat unit established for religious womenMany of these women have said that the events of October 7th inspired them to enroll in combat units. June 27, 2024
Former Jerusalem mufti indicted for inciting terrorAppointed by Yasser Arafat, Sheikh Ekrima Sabri served as Mufti of Jerusalem from 1994-2006. June 26, 2024
32 arrested as crackdown on Israeli-Arab crime locates weapons, drug labsArab criminal organizations have been involved in extortion, money laundering, and trafficking in weapons, drugs, and women. June 26, 2024
IDF ordered to immediately draft thousands of ultra-Orthodox yeshiva studentsIsraeli Attorney General orders IDF to immediately implement Supreme Court ruling on ultra-Orthodox draft, calling for thousands of yeshiva students to be called up for military service. June 26, 2024
‘Years of work destroyed’ – Hezbollah drone explodes in wineryItzik Cohen, 75, says he will continue producing wine, despite half of his grapes being destroyed by an explosive UAV launched from Lebanon. June 26, 2024
Israeli cyber chief: Iranian attacks have tripled since Oct. 7Iran’s online disinformation activities and cyberattacks on Israel have risen dramatically since Oct. 7, according to a Microsoft report released earlier this year. June 26, 2024
US ambassador slams Israel in UN speech – here’s whyThomas-Greenfield also took Israel to task on Tuesday for Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s recent decision to withhold Palestinian Authority tax revenue. June 26, 2024
IDF soldier smuggled illegal Palestinians into Israel for cashTerrorist freed in Gilad Shalit deal contacted female IDF soldier in order to be transported into pre-1967 Israel. June 26, 2024
