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Sun, 08 Nov 2026 11:21:05 GMTIDF faces severe manpower crisis as recently released reservists called back to duty
Senior IDF officials are currently weighing whether to publicly and forcefully raise urgent issues surrounding the manpower crisis, foremost among them a shortage of approximately 15,000 soldiers.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 10:54:59 GMTDaycare director, two caregivers indicted over 400 alleged abuse incidents involving 17
According to the indictment, the defendants implemented a series of cruel "punishment methods" at the daycare center.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:32:13 GMTAt least 17 injured after bus, minibus crash on Ayalon Highway
Tel Aviv District traffic police are responding to the incident, while traffic accident investigators are on their way to the scene.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026 06:28:37 GMTIDF confirms drone alert in northern Israel was false alarm
An alert was sounded after a hostile aircraft intrusion was identified along the Lebanese border in northern Israel, over Zar'it and Shomera.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 22:44:16 GMTSecurity bolstered around Deputy Minister Almog Cohen after credible death threats
A security guard was stationed near Cohen's home, and his family members were receiving a close police escort.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 21:55:55 GMTRecord 117 mm of rain hits Sharon in 75 minutes, trapping motorists and prompting stay-home order
According to Israel Meteorological Service data, the weather station in Kadima recorded 117 mm of rain within just an hour and a quarter, an extraordinary volume marking a record for the Sharon area.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 20:15:59 GMTCaught between primal urges and aspirations
How a childhood hip-hop fan became one of Israel’s premier extreme vocalists, and why his underground metal band Submasq refuses to play by the industry’s political rules.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 20:06:29 GMTIDF admits West Bank commander met settler official, denies secret coordination of Jericho outpost
IDF sources confirm Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth met with a regional defense officer, but denies claims that he secretly coordinated a new settler outpost near Jericho.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:38:53 GMTJazz trio Zafio to debut at Red Sea Jazz Festival ahead of second album
Pianist Shai Maestro served as the music producer and artistic director for the album. The Raft will be distributed through the record label owned by bassist Avishai Cohen and his manager.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 13:50:04 GMTIsraeli researchers develop method letting AI teach itself without human-generated data
Unlike conventional AI training, which depends on enormous quantities of existing information, the new approach allows models to build predictive capabilities before encountering real-world material.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 12:51:36 GMTSchoolteacher stabbed to death, partner arrested on suspicion of involvement
A person close to the woman told Walla that she was injured while trying to break up a fight. “Two brothers were fighting, and she tried to separate them,” the person said.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 11:30:45 GMTInmate killed in northern Israel after leaving prison as part of rehabilitation program
As Heib approached the bus stop on his way to work, a vehicle pulled up beside him, and shots were fired from inside. He was critically wounded and pronounced dead at the scene.
Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:28:19 GMTNahala settlers to be removed from unauthorized outpost near Gaza border
The outpost was established in mid-October on land managed by KKL-JNF, between Kibbutz Kfar Aza and Nahal Oz.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 23:58:34 GMTBorder Police remove pro-Palestinian graffiti as Arab parties demand action on crime, governance
Border Police painted over nationalist graffiti in western Galilee villages, highlighting debates over governance as Arab parties seek political influence following the election.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:51:39 GMTGovernment issues warnings for northern, central Israel amid record breaking rainfall
Israel's Meteorological Service has issued warnings for flooding, flash floods, thunderstorms, and dangerous swimming conditions across parts of the country through Saturday night.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:44:34 GMTThe true effect of Trump halting military aid to Israel - analysis
Israelis had been prepared for a recalibration in how the aid works, but few anticipated such a precipitous change.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:36:35 GMTMan seriously injured in Haifa crime-related stabbing as police search for suspect
Police arrested a suspect after a man was seriously stabbed in Haifa. In Tel Aviv, a suspect was detained with a flare and a screwdriver ahead of a soccer game.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 22:27:11 GMTUN appoints Israeli for auditing mechanisms, financial controls, for first time in history
The IAAC, a subsidiary body of the UN General Assembly, is in charge of advising the General Assembly on transparency, accountability, and the management of UN resources.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 20:37:33 GMTBorder Police arrest Palestinian disguised as haredi Jew while attempting to enter Israel illegally
Border Police arrested seven Palestinians without permits near Jerusalem after discovering that the driver had grown sidelocks and dressed as a haredi man to allegedly evade inspection.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:03:50 GMTIDF on high alert in Hebron as 20,000 Israelis expected for Shabbat amid terror attack fears
With 20,000 Israelis expected in Hebron for Shabbat Chayei Sarah, security forces are preparing for possible terror attacks and clashes, with drills simulating simultaneous emergencies.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:47:47 GMTNetanyahu's state comptroller pick Michael Rabello withdraws candidacy after vote controversy
Rabello confirmed his decision to withdraw his candidacy in a letter on Friday addressed to Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 12:43:12 GMTPMO does not dispute Trump's claim of halting aid to Israel, reframes it as ‘mutual investment'
PMO spokesman Spielman said that "... the prime minister has been working with President Trump to make the correct transition out from aid towards partnership."
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:47:22 GMTAfter America's midterms, the clock is ticking for Israel to bridge its political divides
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: As hostility grows on the American Left and Right, prolonged coalition negotiations and the prospect of another election carry a strategic cost.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 11:21:44 GMTMusical unity from Radiohead’s Jonny Greenwood, Israeli artist Dudu Tassa at Jerusalem concert
While Boy George dominated headlines, Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood quietly returned to Israel for a sold-out Jerusalem concert that spoke louder than politics.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:24:44 GMTIsraeli watchdog demands probe into possible ties between Trump's aid waiver, Netanyahu endorsement
It also called for an examination of who participated in the decision, whether the Defense Ministry and Finance Ministry were consulted, and what assessments informed the move.
Fri, 06 Nov 2026 04:48:11 GMTPolice demolish Beit Hanina compound used to house Palestinians without permits
The demolition followed an operation at the site around three weeks ago, during which police apprehended 155 Palestinians from the West Bank.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 23:24:18 GMTKLM flight bound for Tel Aviv diverted to Bucharest after bomb threat onboard
The bomb threat is the latest in a wave of at least 27 European passenger planes that were forced to land following a series of threats.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 23:23:34 GMTKLM flight bound for Tel Aviv diverted to Bucharest after bomb threat onboard
The bomb threat is the latest in a wave of at least 27 European passenger planes that were forced to land following a series of threats.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:23:25 GMTWest Bank Arabs set Israeli vehicle on fire after Jewish rioters torch Palestinian cars - report
The alleged incident follows an IDF raid on an illegal West Bank outpost on Wednesday.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 22:15:30 GMTWATCH: Haredi protesters block light rail near Jerusalem's Bar Ilan Street, one suspect arrested
The protest is one of many demonstrations by ultra-Orthodox individuals in recent months protesting projects to expand light rail routes in Jerusalem.