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Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:38:07 GMTLapid to be allocated 10 out of top 24 mandates in Together Party's Knesset list, sources tell KAN
Former prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have agreed to allocate 10 of the top 24 spots on their joint list to Lapid's Yesh Atid, enabling a potential split after the election.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:57:20 GMTMossad head Barnea highlights operational capabilities, strategic success against Iran, Hezbollah
Mossad Director David Barnea praised groundbreaking operations in target countries and highlighted the success of operations against Iran and Hezbollah during a citation ceremony.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:53:47 GMTNetanyahu criminal trial returns after two months, testimony hearing begins
Questioning continued by prosecutor Yehudit Tirosh on Case 4000, the Bezeq-Walla affair, where Netanyahu is accused of advancing regulatory decisions that benefited Shaul Elovitch.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:42:03 GMTWATCH: IDF destroys over 1,000 Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon, seizing weapons
The IDF dismantled more than 1,000 Hezbollah terror sites in southern Lebanon, uncovering a wide range of weapons the terror group planned to use to attack IDF soldiers.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:46:49 GMTIDF to present findings of investigation into Israelis entering Bint Jbail's active warzone
An IDF investigation into four Israelis' entry into Bint Jbail during the ongoing conflict is set to be presented to Northern Command Chief Maj.-Gen. Rafi Milo.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:14:53 GMTIAF probe finds pilots took off under fire, bypassing commander in Lebanon helicopter attack
The Israel Air Force has completed a preliminary investigation into an incident in southern Lebanon, where Hezbollah attempted to target a medical evacuation helicopter with a drone.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:24:05 GMTPolice open investigation into Jaffa shooting involving M16 rifle
After conducting searches at the scene of the incident, police officers found an M16 rifle and a magazine filled with ammunition, seizing them both.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:49:53 GMTDoctor arrested on suspicion of threatening Channel 12 journalist Mohammad Magadli
The suspect, a 40-year-old doctor from northern Israel, had contacted Muhammad Majdallah, a journalist for Channel 12, from an unknown number, threatening his life on several occasions.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:11:28 GMTCompensation to be given to employers of reserve soldiers, Knesset plenum decides
"The fronts of the conflict rely on a solid economic rear," said Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich regarding the decision, which hopes to alleviate the economic burden of employing reserve soldiers.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:06:25 GMTFallen soldier Sgt. Idan Fooks laid to rest in Petah Tikva cemetery
Fooks fell in southern Lebanon on Sunday after a Hezbollah drone exploded near his unit's location.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:00:30 GMTPsychological warfare: Israelis receive threatening WhatsApp messages, likely from Iranian hackers
The pattern of the attack aligns with that of the Iranian hacker group Handala, which typically combines cyberattacks with psychological warfare targeting citizens.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:28:00 GMTPizza Hut to pay family of Petah Tikva stabbing victim indefinitely, company announces
The pizza chain also committed to establishing a dedicated aid fund for the family of 21-year-old Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, killed following his shift at the restaurant's Petah Tikva location.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:06 GMTThe TV series, 'Unconditional,' has its Israeli premiere - review
The series co-creators are two of the biggest names in the Israeli television industry, Adam Bizanski (Magpie) and Dana Idisis (On the Spectrum), and it was written by Bizanski.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:41:15 GMTYellow-and-blue top Maccabi Haifa to maintain title hopes
Guy Melamed pulled a marker back to halve the lead, but Ido Shachar scored from the penalty spot after there was a handball in the box to close out the victory.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:21:33 GMTIsaac Herzog will visit Panama in May, Panamanian president confirms
Panama’s ambassador to Israel told The Jerusalem Post that the president’s spokesman requested that the trip not be made public until it was announced by the Panamanian hosts.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:07:32 GMTA-G: Levin’s partial plan to convene judge selection panel does not end High Court case
The filing, submitted on behalf of the legal advisory system and the Courts Administration, comes ahead of a hearing scheduled for Sunday on Levin’s refusal to convene the committee.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:56:52 GMTUkraine summons Israeli envoy in protest of Russian vessel's arrival in Haifa
A Ukrainian diplomatic source told Reuters earlier that Israel risks a diplomatic and legal response from Kyiv if it allows the vessel, Panormitis, to dock in the northern Israeli city.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:48:19 GMTBen-Gvir appoints former Netanyahu adviser as Otzma Yehudit campaign strategist
The Otzma Yehudit party, known for its far-right stance, has recently polled at around eight seats, making it a key player in Netanyahu’s coalition.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:01:46 GMT'We won't stand for this': IDF chief condemns soldiers who stole property in Lebanon
Discussing the issue of female recruits, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir added that there will be "no gender exclusion" in the military.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:26:44 GMT‘Leave One Day’: Low-key musical about French chef - review
"Leave One Day," the feature film directorial debut of Amelie Bonnin, includes characters who express their thoughts in a nice, low-key way.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:16:30 GMTWATCH: Israel's Defense Ministry detonates 700 landmines near Syrian border
The Israel National Mine Action Authority (INMAA) cleared 700 landmines near Syria, continuing efforts to reclaim mined areas for civilian and industrial purposes.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:38:58 GMTState attorney rejects request by Israeli NGOs to take steps against OnlyFans
According to N12, the request detailed similar cases from around the world, where indictments were filed against the platform following suspicions of sexual abuse and exploitation of women.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:29:07 GMTHigh Court gives Israeli gov't until July 1 to update on progress of Oct. 7 probe framework
"After receiving the update, a decision will be made regarding the further handling of the petitions," the High Court of Justice said in a statement.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:08:56 GMTThe costs of Israel's mishandling of Hamas-linked Gaza hospital chiefs - analysis
Why aren't these doctors being indicted and being given regular criminal trial due process protections, as is standard after a period of days or weeks?
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:46:14 GMTPolice arrest ninth suspect, another minor, in Independence Day stabbing case
Police further said that two of the suspects were released to house arrest for 12 days, while the detention of six others was extended after they were brought to a court.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:30:04 GMTWATCH: IDF attacks 100 km. deep into Lebanon for first time in weeks
Even after Israel attacked Hezbollah's weapons storage and rocket-related weaponry in the Bekaa Valley, it still did not attack Hezbollah in Beirut.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:19:40 GMTEisenkot calls on opposition to secure 'Zionist' majority against Netanyahu
Eisenkot said he reached out on Monday to the parties he described as the “Hope Bloc” follwing the political merger of former prime ministers Bennett and Lapid.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:59:58 GMTFive years after disaster, Israel limits Lag Ba'omer celebrations on Meron amid security fears
News guidelines were announced on Sunday night that only up to 1,500 people would be permitted to gather in the communities in the vicinity of Mount Meron: Safsofa, Or HaGanuz, Bar Yochai, and Meron.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:48:47 GMTNew Bennett-Lapid party weakens compared to separate runs, Netanyahu maintains lead - poll
The poll marks a shift after four consecutive surveys in which the opposition bloc held 61 seats without relying on Arab parties. It now falls to 59 seats, while the coalition rises from 49 to 51.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:35:01 GMTRabbinate accused of defying court as Israeli women left waiting for exams
Rabbi Seth Farber, the founder and head of ITIM, said the women had been left waiting for hours and that the organization was trying to get them food for lunch.