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Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:55:11 GMTArab Israeli arrested after allegedly making contact with Lebanese foreign agent
The man, Hamdan Hamdan, is alleged to have been aware that the agent he was in contact with was Lebanese, and to have requested to be given security missions in Israel.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:21:16 GMTIsrael will seek to purchase new weapons systems from US as compensation for Saudi F-35 sale
A source told Walla that the IDF would prefer that no other country in the Middle East receive the stealth fighter, in order to preserve Israel's qualitative operational advantage.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:52:23 GMTMiddle East faces critical window for change as Trump’s time in office runs down
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: US and regional officials at MEAD argue Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon processes are flawed but preferable to alternatives and must be secured before Trump leaves office.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:44:18 GMTFormer IDF soldier killed in paragliding accident during Colombia trip
Following the tragic news, the Chabad updates site reported that the city Chabad emissary Rabbi Levi Vanunu, in close cooperation with the Israeli Embassy there, is working around the clock.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:57:40 GMTJerusalem Reform synagogue egged on Rosh Hashanah in second attack in a month
The congregation said its security cameras recorded the youths, including their faces. It subsequently filed a police complaint and provided the footage. No injuries were reported.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:29:16 GMTNetanyahu attacks Eisenkot's Yashar, says elections are direct struggle between Left, Right
Netanyahu also attacked Democrats party chairman Yair Golan and referred to his statements regarding IDF activity and the controversy surrounding the former military advocate-general.
Fri, 18 Sep 2026 02:07:19 GMTEx-hostage Bar Kupershtein marks anniversary of release from Hamas captivity with slichot service
The slichot prayer service took place at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:41:07 GMTCould Israel’s next generation of wheelchair athletes emerge from the wounded of war?
Perhaps, in time, more newly disabled Israelis will discover wheelchair sports. Some may go on to attain great heights in the competitive sports world.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:31:17 GMTBeitar Jerusalem finding rhythm as Weissman ignites revival
Beitar may sit seventh with six points, while Maccabi Tel Aviv remains perfect at 4-0 with 12 points, but the capital club now has momentum – and, perhaps more importantly, belief.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:26:38 GMTHow naval combat with Hamas after Oct. 7 transformed a low-ranked soldier into an officer
Israel Navy officer "O," recently graduated from his officer cadets course, after spending a nearly unprecedented 18 months as a regular non-officer mandatory service navy combat fighter.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:12:17 GMTNine rescued as firefighters respond to Jerusalem fire caused by electric scooter battery
The fire follows the September evacuation of Jerusalem's Yitzhak Navon Railway Station after smoke reports prompted an emergency response.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:12:13 GMTIDF removes officer who served as Gaza Division's intelligence chief on Oct. 7 from service
Lt.-Col. "A" served as the intelligence officer for the Gaza Division during the October 7 massacre.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:02:26 GMTJason Levien breaks silence on Maccabi Tel Aviv: 'I love the club, what it represents' - exclusive
In his first public comments on the battle surrounding Maccabi Tel Aviv's ownership, the Jewish-American sports executive tells The Jerusalem Post that he is honored to have been approached.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:44:05 GMTOver 250 people injured in Yom Kippur road accidents in 2025, road safety group warns
Over the past decade, approximately 2,472 people were injured in road accidents on Yom Kippur.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:27:24 GMTFrom ‘city of camels’ to Israel’s new dream: Beersheba reinventing itself under Mayor Danilovich
For Ruvik Danilovich, one of the easiest ways to measure Beersheba’s transformation is in distance.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:17:50 GMTFrom war to summer camp: Israeli teens find joy, respite, and connection
Through Campers2Gether, more than 700 young Israelis spent the summer forging lasting friendships with Jewish peers at camps across North America
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:59:44 GMTShin Bet chief Zini: We will hunt down every Hamas member involved in October 7, across the globe
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog also attended the semi-annual ceremony honoring top Shin Bet achievers.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:51:26 GMTFormer Wolfson doctor sentenced to six years for rape, sexual assaults
Former Wolfson doctor Aryeh Levin received six years in prison for rape and sexual offenses, despite prosecutors seeking a sentence of at least 13 years.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:54:50 GMTCan you really take people out of poverty? Pitchon Lev says it is already doing it
A child raised in poverty in Israel today has a 78% chance of remaining in poverty as an adult. Pitchon Lev has helped 84% of the young people in its program break that cycle
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:40:53 GMTIsraeli man charged with plotting terrorist attack on data center in Ra’anana
The charges cover preparation for a terrorist act involving explosives, a weapons offense for terrorist purposes, and receiving training or instruction for terrorist purposes.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:33:18 GMTHostage's father calls for Netanyahu to seek forgiveness from victims ahead of Yom Kippur
Danino spoke about his book 'Hashem Ori', which he wrote in memory of his son, and described how the idea of putting his memories into writing took shape.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:14:06 GMTNetanyahu defense asks court to summon former A-G Avichai Mandelblit to testify before election
His testimony is likely to focus on what he authorized investigators to examine, when he authorized it and whether police went beyond those limits.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:24:00 GMTEight suspects indicted for drug trafficking after undercover police operation in Tel Aviv
The two officers had recently been deployed by the Sharet police station in the Ayalon District as part of an operation targeting drug-dealing hubs in the southern part of the city.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:53:09 GMTMurder suspect's legal team files urgent court order following leaked prison video
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir defended the Prison Service’s treatment of Tsarafi in a statement responding to the public defender’s criticism.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:19:46 GMTIsraeli man detained in India for carrying live cartridge of ammunition leftover from IDF service
“A live cartridge was recovered from the baggage of an Israeli national during security checking at Kangra airport on Tuesday," said Kangra Superintendent of Police Kulbhushan Verma.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:12:07 GMTPalestinian illegal resident arrested after fatal car accident in Tel Aviv
The 24-year-old Palestinian entered Israel illegally and allegedly killed a cyclist while riding a stolen vehicle in Tel Aviv, the Israel Police announced.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:52:13 GMTFormer Shin Bet official warns Israelis to bring weapons to synagogues during Yom Kippur prayers
Barbing said that it was "impossible to provide airtight security for every synagogue" and called gun owners "the first line of defense" for worshipers.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:05:02 GMTEyal Waldman backs Eisenkot, warns Netanyahu win could threaten Israel’s democracy, economy
“I think we are facing a serious long term problem... the solution is to have a different government. I hope Eisenkot wins the election, and then everything will be different," Waldman said.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:18:01 GMT‘Can’t reward terrorism and demand legitimacy’: PA’s Abbas denied US visa ahead of UNGA
The decision marks the second consecutive instance in which the Palestinian leader was prevented from entering the country, while other officials were also barred from the UNGA.
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:41:20 GMTExplosion heard in Netanya after tear gas grenade thrown on residential street
Initial reports from the scene show that a tear gas grenade was thrown at the house, the National Fire and Rescue spokesperson said.