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Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:55:42 GMT
Galilee man who swore loyalty to ISIS, planned attack on soldiers, indicted on terror charges
In recent years, a significant number of Arab citizens of Israel have sworn loyalty to ISIS, usually arrested before being able to carry out an attack.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:06:32 GMT
'Assault on city's fundamental values': Attack on nun in Jerusalem sparks widespread condemnation
A 36-year-old man was arrested by Israel Police on Wednesday in connection with the case and is being questioned for racist assault.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:59:50 GMT
Israel just quadrupled its PR budget to $730M, experts claim it won’t work
Israel has quadrupled its public diplomacy budget to $730 million, but experts say no amount of PR can reverse damage caused by policy and the war in Gaza.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:27:33 GMT
Trump says Herzog would become 'national hero' if he pardoned Netanyahu - Axios
US President Donald Trump was reportedly surprised that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had to return to trial on Wednesday, Axios reported.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:15:17 GMT
Gili Lustig honored for four decades of transforming Olympic sports in Israel
Held at the Enav Center on Monday, the event celebrated 68-year-old Lustig’s remarkable journey, including 12 years as CEO of the Olympic Committee of Israel

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:55:20 GMT
IDF Chief Zamir says current soldiers are greatest generation since War of Independence
IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir praises soldiers as the greatest since the War of Independence and vows to eliminate threats to northern Israel.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:06:53 GMT
Bennett unveils ‘Israeli Renaissance’ plan, says alliance will replace Netanyahu - exclusive
Bennett unveiled in a Wednesday interview with The Jerusalem Post his plan to bring one million new olim to Israel over the next decade.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:50:24 GMT
WATCH: IDF destroys Hezbollah rocket launcher inside civilian building in southern Lebanon
Meanwhile, an IDF drone pursued and hit a Hezbollah terrorist attempting to flee on a motorcycle.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:13:25 GMT
Black Metallica Symphony Tribute show to perform in Tel Aviv
This Serbian-based project is considered one of Europe’s leading tribute shows, blending Metallica’s iconic hard rock with a full symphonic ensemble.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:29:36 GMT
WATCH: Police forcefully disperse anti-draft haredi Jerusalem Faction protest at Chords Bridge
Members of the anti-IDF draft Jerusalem Faction protest blocked Jerusalem’s Chords Bridge, causing traffic disruptions as Israel Police worked to restore order.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:29:29 GMT
IDF 7th Brig. chief: Hezbollah resistance in Lebanon stronger, but IDF strikes hard - interview
IDF penetrates deeper into Hezbollah territory in southern Lebanon, killing 130 fighters and destroying a major tunnel network, all with less air support than in 2024.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:24:22 GMT
'Shoulder to shoulder': Israel and Serbia launch strategic dialogue, negotiate Free Trade Agreement
“A free trade agreement will be decided upon that will open the doors wide for Serbian and Israeli companies," said Serbia's Foreign Minister Marko Djuric.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:13:06 GMT
Gadi Eisenkot pledges to place Druze candidate in 'realistic' place on Yashar! Party election list
Yashar! Party Chairman Gadi Eisenkot pledges to place a Druze candidate in a "realistic" spot on the party's Knesset election list, following a tour of Druze towns.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:55:27 GMT
Likud minister contradicts Netanyahu, says US limiting Israel's actions in Lebanon
Dichter, a member of the security cabinet, offered a rare glimpse on Wednesday into the decision-making constraints shaping Israel’s conduct on the northern front.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:02:57 GMT
Israel is building homes, but not the homes Israelis need, Shoresh study warns
The study, published on Wednesday by Shoresh researcher Yael Mishly, argues that Israel’s housing market has a deeper problem than a simple shortage.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:42:39 GMT
Petah Tikva teacher sentenced to 11 years in prison for sex offenses against student
Sharon, who was an English teacher at a middle school, committed the offenses over a period of about two years, when the student was between the ages of 12 and 14, according to the prosecution.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:45:25 GMT
WATCH: Israel Police arrest man for attacking nun near King David's Tomb
On Tuesday, police received reports of a nun being attacked at King David's Tomb in Jerusalem. A 36-year-old man was arrested in connection with the case and is being questioned for racist assault.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:36:55 GMT
Netanyahu trial: PM denies Filber guidance meeting as testimony interrupted by security call
In a filing submitted Tuesday, Netanyahu’s attorney Amit Hadad asked the court to hold Wednesday’s hearing only from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., citing a “security matter."

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 06:56:11 GMT
Two IDF soldiers wounded in West Bank overnight ops.
According to Israeli media, the two attackers stabbed the soldiers, although the exact method of attack was not confirmed by the IDF. 

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:29:52 GMT
Galilee resident arrested after police seize Palestinian flags, military uniforms from his home
Israeli security forces obtained a search warrant for the 51-year-old man's apartment after receiving a tip that he was in possession of illegal weapons. 

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:58:36 GMT
Jerusalem hills finally recovering from devastating 2025 wildfires
With Lag Ba'omer approaching, and Israelis recalling last year's Independence Day wildfires, the Fire and Rescue Authority issued a statement banning unsanctioned bonfires.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:51:53 GMT
Amer Hujirat, Defense Ministry civilian contractor, killed in Hezbollah drone attack in Lebanon
This event comes as the IDF is facing new threats from Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, as the group employs fiber optic "wire" drones.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:44:03 GMT
Netanyahu trial: President’s legal team invites prosecution, defense to preliminary plea-deal talks
The move is an initial step meant to test whether agreements can be reached before President Isaac Herzog considers Netanyahu’s pardon request.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:43:34 GMT
Gantz warns Bennett-Lapid alliance could harm chances of replacing government
Gantz also released a campaign video calling for a bloc representing “all of Israel,” and argued that Bennett and Lapid were focused on internal leadership battles.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:40:19 GMT
A-G moves to press criminal charges against Israel Prison Service commissioner
Ben-Gvir said the attorney-general was "a criminal," "ousted," and "anti-democratic," and accused her of acting against Israel's best interests by attempting to "frame" Yaakobi.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:55:55 GMT
IDF stood by while Israelis burnt West Bank home, beat elderly Palestinian man - Army Radio
According to Army Radio, the soldiers arrived at the village of Jalud after the rioters arrived, then stood by their vehicles for around five minutes without taking action against any of the rioters.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:17:37 GMT
Ultra-Orthodox draft protesters break into military police chief's yard, block highway
Over the course of the protest, Highway 4 was blocked to traffic in both directions, and Israeli media reported several altercations between protestors and police officers.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:08:26 GMT
Noam Bettan strolls through Israel's musical history in Eurovision trailer
Bettan, who is representing Israel with the upbeat song, was filmed dancing to excerpts from Israel’s four winning Eurovision songs before bursting into a few bars of the 2026 song.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:58:06 GMT
Tel Aviv University, Weizmann scholars among 2026 Landau Prize winners
The total value of the prizes is NIS 1.35 million. Each winner will receive NIS 150,000, including the recipient of a special Avigdor Yitzhaki Prize for nonprofit civil society organizations.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:21:33 GMT
Arkia launches first business class service to Europe with Tel Aviv-Paris route
Arkia launches its first-ever business-class service on the Tel Aviv-Paris route, expanding its premium options.

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