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Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:38:42 GMT
Armed reserve veteran suffering from PTSD safely disarmed after standoff in Netivot home
Advanced-Staff-Sergeant Major Ariel Morzhanov, who handled terrorist negotiations on October 7, arrived at the scene to manage dialogue and de-escalate the situation.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:07:28 GMT
Netanyahu testifies in defamation trial over journalist claims regarding his health and fitness
The evidentiary hearing is being held before Ramle Magistrate’s Court President Judge Menahem Mizrahi at the Tel Aviv District Court building, where the case was moved for security reasons.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:26:26 GMT
The Jewish Agency hosts New York screening of 'From October 6 to October 7'
The film chronicles the life of Chairman Doron Almog from the Yom Kippur War through to the events of October 7

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:53:42 GMT
WATCH: Police arrest two suspected of pulling gun, threatening haredi protesters blocking Highway 1
Jerusalem police arrested two suspects after a video surfaced showing an alleged firearm threat toward Haredi protesters blocking Highway 1.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:40:43 GMT
Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen reveals dress rehearsal for Iran nuclear archive raid was in Africa
The operation changed the course of history as it was the impetus for US President Donald Trump to pull out of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal shortly after the operation's results were revealed.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 09:07:16 GMT
IDF soldier dies, additional soldier injured, after vehicle overturns during operation in Lebanon
Chief Sgt. First Class (res.) Basil Sweid, 32, from Peki’in, was a driver in the 75th Battalion of the 7th Armored Brigade. He worked on the Rambam Medical Center's administrative team.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:47:09 GMT
Holocaust survivor, Yom Kippur War hero Colonel Simcha Applebaum dies at 99
Having moved from the horrors of the Holocaust to dedicating his life to the revival of the Jewish state, his experiences are the essence of the story of the Jewish people in the 20th century.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:41:40 GMT
Baby rats on Arkia flight prompt accusatory battle between airline, catering company
Footage of the rats, discovered on a service cart during the flight, circulated on social media and sparked widespread reactions online.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:23:08 GMT
Kafr Qasim girl's organ saves Jerusalem boy in life-saving heart transplant
“Organ donation gives life, literally. Whoever saves one life, saves an entire world,” said the doctor in charge of the transplant.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:58:26 GMT
IDF soldier rescued after being found handcuffed in West Bank town, incident likely criminal
A preliminary investigation found that the soldier was unarmed. The incident is believed to be criminal in nature rather than nationalistic or terror-motivated.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:38:55 GMT
Israel’s World Cup path would be easier through Asia. Here’s why it’s sticking with Europe
Israel is the only non-European country trying to reach the tournament through UEFA, while most of its neighbors seek places through the Asian Football Confederation.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:58:07 GMT
Joint FIFA-LEGO childrens' event in Kiryat Ata brings 2026 World Cup experience to Israel
Upon entering, participants will receive a "Player Card" and complete a series of stations designed to simulate elements of a World Cup styled tournament.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:51:44 GMT
Netanyahu says Israel will be first to solve global explosive drone problem
Netanyahu concluded by vowing that as long as he is the Prime Minister of Israel, he will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons and will maintain the security of northern Israel.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:41:51 GMT
Ron Arad remains talks spark skepticism, ex Mossad official says negotiations could help search
Ronen Meir, who graduated with Arad from the flight course during their time in the IDF, said that the friends of the missing navigator are "saturated with attempts and disappointments."

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:06:47 GMT
Civilian contractor with IDF unit killed by building collapse in Gaza, military says
Hura resident Raed Abu Al-Qian had been working on engineering projects in Gaza on behalf of the Defense Ministry.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:19:20 GMT
As his testimony ends, Netanyahu's credibility remains at the heart of his case - analysis
The immediate next stages are remaining defense evidence, summaries, and then judgment, with the judges having three versions of the same broader story.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:46:54 GMT
'Political suicide': Netanyahu will not allow a full withdrawal from Lebanon, officials estimate
Netanyahu cannot afford to be seen as folding under American-Iranian pressure, after presenting the hold on the security zone in Lebanon as a strategic achievement.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:04:05 GMT
Israel's gov't must not serve interests of ultra-Orthodox party leaders, opposition heads declare
Leader of the Democrats party, Yair Golan, called to “block every shekel that finances draft evasion,” as well as institutions that incite against service.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:36:12 GMT
Maccabi Tel Aviv captures championship in game 4 against Hapoel Tel Aviv
“It was an amazing season and we didn’t finish the way we wanted to finish and I wish it would have been a better outcome," said Hapoel big man Ish Wainright

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:05:49 GMT
Israeli firms in talks over large-scale demolition, rubble removal in Gaza, sources say
A security official warned that the pace and scope of the negotiations could carry broader consequences.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:07:23 GMT
Ex-general calls to dismantle Palestinian Authority, squash internal threats - interview
According to Wiener, "If the IDF chief says the PA is a threat and the Shin Bet says this also, this could change the public view and then help convince the Americans. This is the agenda."

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:00:05 GMT
Social media star Montana Tucker to host Maccabiah Games delegation parade - interview
"This is Israel. This is what being Jewish means,” social media star Montana Tucker said of the Maccabiah Games.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:26:01 GMT
Several haredi rabbis protesting women in IDF tank units skip meeting with IDF chief Zamir
While several prominent Hesder Yeshivot rabbis were present, The Jerusalem Post has learned that rabbis from one-third of Hesder Yeshivot who have announced a boycott of the move were not.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:36:11 GMT
Jerusalem Film Festival announces international lineup featuring award winners, cult classics
The international lineup, which includes feature films, documentaries, animated films, and experimental works, will be screened in the Jerusalem Cinematheque and at Lev Smadar.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:35:13 GMT
Lior Raz says Israelis in Hollywood are 'simply not afraid' at Tel Aviv Tuner premiere
Raz, has starred in a number of international movies and series following his success in Fauda, the popular counterterrorism drama series.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:23:58 GMT
Israel lacks plan for gas, mortgages, public spending, government probe finds
The most serious finding concerned natural gas, which provides about 70% of Israel’s electricity.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:58:17 GMT
Edelstein, Shaked approached about party targeting dissatisfied right-wing, modern Orthodox voters
When asked if Israelis could expect to vote for her in the upcoming election, former justice minister Ayelet Shaked told The Jerusalem Post, “You’ll have to wait.”

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:46:35 GMT
IDF surrounds Hezbollah fighters in Tebnit as fears rise of possible kidnapping attempt
Israeli forces have sealed tunnel entrances and instructed troops to operate in small units, amid fears that underground infrastructure could be used for ambush or abduction attempts.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:43:16 GMT
WATCH: IDF strikes four new Hamas rocket-firing positions built in Gaza post-ceasefire
Hamas is now working harder than before to redevelop rocket firing capabilities against Israel to intimidate the Jewish state into heeding its demands.

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:54:39 GMT
'Ten years of hell': Netanyahu finishes testifying after 98 hearings on bribery, fraud charges
Traveling between the courthouse, security briefings, and a frayed coalition, Netanyahu attended 98 testimonies to hear his defense against the charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust

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