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Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:43:31 GMTNetanyahu loses support in northern Israel as voters demand tougher stance on Lebanon
The May poll by Agam Labs at Israel's Hebrew University showed residents in the north abandoning Netanyahu's Likud more quickly than voters elsewhere and faulting him harshly over the war in Lebanon.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:59:28 GMTCar bombing in broad daylight: Woman killed in suspected assassination on Ayalon Highway
Police confirmed the incident was criminal in nature and have opened an investigation into the matter.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:12:58 GMTUS mediates unprecedented Israel-Lebanon deal, introduces exclusive zones - analysis
The key parts of the deal are the ceasefire, the creation of “pilot zones” for the Lebanese army to take control, and also movement toward a comprehensive deal.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:50:22 GMTHamas uses teens, disabled civilians for border reconaissance as IDF prepares for new Gaza ops.
Hamas has been exploiting Gazans in order to gather information on troop activities, response times, and blind spots for infiltration and attacks.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:20:15 GMTHapoel Tel Aviv evens basketball quarterfinals, Hapoel Jerusalem reaches semifinals
Vasilije Micic and Oz Blayzer lead Hapoel Tel Aviv past Maccabi Rishon 95-69, forcing a decisive third game, while Hapoel Jerusalem sweeps Hapoel HaEmek to reach the semifinals.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:32:17 GMTRabbi warns proposed Kotel bill could criminalize egalitarian prayer
Thirteen years ago, on the morning of Rosh Chodesh Adar, Rabbi Elyse Goldstein was detained at the Kotel after joining a group praying with Women of the Wall in the women’s section.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:44:30 GMTDefense Ministry sees progress in battle against Hezbollah's fiber-optic drones
Some anti-drone systems have already been deployed as Israel seeks solutions to Hezbollah's fiber-optic drone threat.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:36:45 GMTIDF raids Hezbollah weapon storage site, booby-trapped explosive facility
Over the course of the operation, the IDF used six tons of explosives to destroy over 20 terrorist sites in the area.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:10:13 GMTIsrael, Lebanon agree to ceasefire on condition of end to Hezbollah fire, US State Department says
It was further stated that “under US guidance, the two sides agreed to move quickly toward establishing pilot zones in which the Lebanese army will have exclusive control over the area."
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:18:09 GMTSouthern District Committee approves plan submission for new settlement, named after Oct. 7 soldier
The settlement will be located east of Kibbutz Sa’ad in the Gaza Envelope and will fall under the jurisdiction of the Sdot Negev Regional Council.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:45:44 GMTThree Holon minors arrested on suspicion of assaulting student in school bathroom
An investigation revealed that the assault occured after an argument between students allegedly escalated into a fight inside the school bathroom.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:43:30 GMTJessica Lange sparkles in newest film, ‘The Great Lillian Hall’ - review
Jessica Lange breathes life into a story about a Broadway diva who, months into rehearsals for a revival of Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard, discovers she is struggling with dementia.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:41:45 GMTHuman bones discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Aza neighborhood devastated in October 7 massacre
The report noted that Nirel Zini, who was murdered during the attack, was decapitated by terrorists, and his head has not been found to this day.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:16:25 GMTNetanyahu slams violent ultra-Orthodox riot at Supreme Court Justice Sohlberg’s home
Rioters reportedly caused significant property damage and attempted to break into Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg's home.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:05:18 GMT'Government will not be run like mafia,' says Bennett as opposition reacts to comptroller election
The opposition warned, after the highly controversial vote took place in the Knesset plenum, that the election was illegal, while many petitions were also filed with the High Court of Justice.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:34:14 GMTNext Miss Israel may not be Israeli, 2025 winner warns 'Post' about rigged pageant - exclusive
For the last two years, the Miss Israel competition has been held in Miami, rather than Israel, and encouraged non-Israeli Jews to apply.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:34:07 GMTHaredi daycare subsidies risk fueling enlistment backlash, political firestorms - analysis
The haredi parties may garner enough support from Netanyahu and the Likud to pass their childcare subsidy bill. But it may prove a hollow victory.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:38:09 GMTUS, Israel will 'fully return' to military action if needed, Netanyahu tells CNBC
Netanyahu acknowledged his tense call with President Trump earlier this week, saying that the two have “tactical disagreements,” but highlighted that they “agree on the main things.”
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:32:03 GMTArab lawmakers seek to join High Court petition against death penalty law
According to the request, the applicants asked to join after the petition was filed, citing their public interest in the law and involvement in the parliamentary and public debate around it.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:47:01 GMTWhat does the kashrut reform repeal mean, and could it raise food prices? - explainer
The reform was designed to move Israel’s kashrut system away from one controlled almost entirely by the Chief Rabbinate and local rabbinates, and toward a regulated market.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:08:37 GMTTrump-Netanyahu call, restraint on Beirut strike signals 'Iranian victory,’ INSS researcher warns
"Hezbollah has suddenly recovered, and they have also created a split between Israel and the United States. This is a kind of enormous Iranian achievement,” INSS researcher Beni Sabti said.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:21:19 GMT'I lost trust in my army,' former official says in debate over transparency after Oct. 7 failures
Eyal Eshel, father of an IDF observer killed at the Nahal Oz base, said the families had faced deep frustration over what he described as missing information from the defense establishment.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:58:39 GMTMK Amsalem says Mizrahim still blocked from centers of power, should hold senior positions in Likud
Amsalem also claimed the United States was limiting Israel’s capabilities to attack Hezbollah, and that Israel was operating “wisely” within those constraints.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:53:10 GMTIDF chief during Second Lebanon War urges current commanders to challenge gov't Lebanon policy
Halutz also assessed the state of the opposition and criticized several of its leaders, noting that the most likely contestants to defeat Netanyahu would be Naftali Bennett or Gadi Eisenkot.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:48:40 GMTNew Mossad chief reunites with Hatzalah medics who saved his life during October 7 at inauguration
“During those moments in the ambulance, I had no idea that the man we were treating would one day lead one of the most sensitive and important organizations in Israel,” said Moshe Weizman.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:38:45 GMTIsrair flight diverts to Croatia after being refused landing permission in Slovenia
The decision was reportedly made by Slovenian authorities, who the company claims were politically motivated in their decision.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:57:59 GMTKnesset elects Netanyahu’s attorney as state comptroller after coalition MKs forced to film votes
Amid coalition pressure and vote controversies, Netanyahu ally Michael Rabello wins Knesset election for state comptroller.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:06:07 GMTHaifa resident arrested for implied death threats against LGBTQ+ community
One of the suspected threats on social media appears to target former prime minister Naftali Bennett, who said he would work towards civil unions and same-sex marriage within Israeli law if elected.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:42:59 GMTNetanyahu to implement Hezbollah drone solution in coming days, northern council head claims
Netanyahu told the head of the Mateh Asher Regional Council that a solution had already been found to the explosive drones, although he would not share details, Davidovich told 103FM.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:42:23 GMTFrom Litani to Beaufort: Givati Brigade commander shares his experience in Lebanon
“Before I am a brigade commander, I am a soldier," Shamaka said. "And I remember the feelings of a soldier at moments like these."