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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.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:46:28 GMTHerzog warns political hostility in Israel impacts Diaspora Jews, calls for greater unity
Herzog's comments reflect a broader emphasis throughout his presidency on strengthening ties between Israel and Jewish communities abroad.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:41:52 GMTIsrael, Greece, Cyprus deepen defense ties, reaffirm rejection of Turkey-Libya maritime deal
Senior defense officials from the three countries agreed in Athens to create a trilateral working group for their defense industries and to boost cooperation on maritime security.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 21:00:24 GMTDemolition of illegal West Bank Bedouin community begins as E1 plan faces legal challenges
Several NGOs said the community is over a kilometer from Ma'ale Adumim, arguing that the distance undermines the government's claim that the demolition was necessary for development plans.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:38:20 GMTBoP’s Blair meets Herzog, Netanyahu in Israel as US pushes to revive Gaza reconstruction plan
The former British prime minister, representing Trump’s Board of Peace, is expected to discuss a Palestinian technocratic committee and an international stabilization force for Gaza.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:02:59 GMTHeart2Heart plans campaign for veterans’ trauma-sensitive yoga sessions
Israel Heart2Heart says its program for veterans living with PTSD draws more than 200 applications for every 17 places, as it seeks funds to keep weekly sessions going after retreats end.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 18:38:41 GMTAmid UN tensions, Israel moves to increase number of citizens employed by organization - exclusive
Israel’s mission to the UN is encouraging Israelis to apply for professional and managerial posts across the organization, using mechanisms meant to boost underrepresented countries.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:54:53 GMTThree detained amid investigation into unlawful blood sample collections at Kaplan Medical Center
Prof. Kobi George, head of the hospital's cardiology department, was suspended following the launch of the hospital's internal investigation about two weeks ago.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:48:45 GMTWATCH: IDF finds hundreds of Hezbollah weapons in southern Lebanon, tunnel shaft in civilian home
The announcement followed the finding of additional weapons in the area on Sunday, including inside a civilian home.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:45:22 GMTWhen Israeli Culture is Rejected by the World
A new assessment exposes the growing exclusion of Israeli and Jewish artists from American museums, publishing, and the performing arts.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:08:54 GMTThe midterm wake-up call
What do Democratic midterm victories mean for Republicans, American politics, and the future of US-Israel relations?
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 17:04:47 GMTThe New Economics of Global Defense
Ukraine’s drone warfare offers Israel a critical lesson: modern defense depends not just on technology, but on the ability to produce, adapt, and replace weapons quickly.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:21:25 GMTYad Vashem and Religious Kibbutz Movement mark 88 years since Kristallnacht with 'Spread the Light'
Yad Vashem and the Religious Kibbutz Movement are inviting synagogues, universities, theaters and military bases to keep their lights burning through the night of November 9.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 16:12:18 GMTTrain, road disruptions expected across central Israel over next week, starting tonight
Affected train passengers can contact Israel Railways at *5770, while bus passengers can call the national public transportation information hotline at *4515.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:34:41 GMTHapoel Jerusalem stays perfect in EuroCup with win over Aris, Bnei Herzliya falls to Bonn
Milton added: “It was a total team effort, and we locked into the game plan. When things got stagnant, we were able to pull it together and notch the win.”
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:33:53 GMTIsraeli settlers move into eight homes near PA-controlled Jericho in secret operation
The homes are located just meters from the Palestinian Authority-controlled city, which lies in Area A of the West Bank. However, they are technically in Area C, which is under Israeli control.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:27:38 GMTRoey Alkukin emerging as a key weapon in Hapoel Tel Aviv’s championship push
Originally from Mevaseret Zion, just outside Jerusalem, Alkukin came through Beitar Jerusalem’s youth system before joining Hapoel Tel Aviv at the age of 15.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 14:19:44 GMTUS financial aid to Israel not politically sustainable after midterms, former Biden official warns
"I don't think any of the candidates [in the next Democratic presidential primary] will support the notion of financial assistance to Israel," Phil Gordon told The Jerusalem Post.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 13:51:50 GMTHerzog warns Israeli leadership of escalating violence in West Bank, says it may lead to civil war
The letter followed a visit by Herzog to the West Bank, during which Herzog met with IDF commanders, police officers, and Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) personnel.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:44:00 GMTCleaning chemical fumes lightly hurt dozens, including children, at Jerusalem school
Magen David Adom said that injured students and staff members were treated on the scene before being taken to the Shaare Zedek and Hadassah Medical Centers.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:52:31 GMTNetanyahu trial judges consider summoning A-G in dispute over investigation approvals
No final response has yet been presented, leaving open whether Baharav-Miara will be asked to participate in a future hearing.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:37:50 GMTInvestigation into international fraud network based in Israel, Cyprus sees seven suspects arrested
The operation, led by German prosecutors, resulted in the arrest of seven suspects, searches at 17 locations, and the seizure of more than 100 servers allegedly used by the fraud network.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:52:59 GMTIsrael ordered billions more in military equipment from US than aid agreement covers - report
According to the report, Israel will need approximately $10 billion in additional funding to pay for existing orders after 2028, when the current US military aid agreement is set to expire.