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Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:16:21 GMTPolice: Shin Bet must provide more evidence before investigation into foreign funding of elections
According to the assessment, the existing findings suggest, at most, a possible minor violation of party financing laws, raising doubts about the justification for a full criminal investigation.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:20:21 GMT'They will use you and throw you away': Netanyahu warns haredi parties away from Eisenkot-led bloc
According to a source familiar with the negotiations, Netanyahu is personally speaking with rabbis, sending emissaries to the haredi leadership, and attempting to reach rabbis outside senior leaders.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:43:35 GMTShas chairman Arye Deri calls for internal examination into party's election failure
Deri stressed to those attending that he was not interested in reports that sugarcoat reality or attempts to downplay the scale of the defeat, instead asking for harsh, pointed conclusions.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 02:47:23 GMTChabad rabbi invokes Jewish law permitting killing of politicians cooperating with Arab parties
Axelrod later told Walla that he did not regret writing the letter, and that he acted on his own behalf, not on behalf of the Chabad movement.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:54:16 GMTPolice, Shin Bet arrest terrorist suspected of arson, attempted stabbing attack in West Bank
"I set fire to a vehicle near a tent belonging to Jewish settlers, and at the same time, I planned to stab a settler," the terrorist confessed.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 01:04:36 GMTHalf of Israelis targeted by cyberattacks in past year, survey finds - poll
The findings showed that 98% of respondents were aware of at least one type of cyberattack, including credit card theft, online fraud, phishing, and computer viruses.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:31:21 GMTIsrael vows to maintain Somaliland recognition despite possible change in government - report
According to KAN, Somaliland leaders had expressed concern that, following Israel's elections, the country's attitude towards Somaliland may change for the worse.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:24:42 GMTBnei Brak man charged with smashing wine bottle into wife’s face, breaking two of her teeth
Prosecutors say the 51-year-old has also slapped his wife, pulled her hair, thrown a plate at her, and used a kitchen knife against her hands.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:19:18 GMTUTJ leads talks with Eisenkot-led bloc due to deep Shas-Likud ties, ex-Shas spokesperson says
"There is a fundamental difference between the approaches of the different leaderships, between the Ashkenazi ultra-Orthodox leadership and the Sephardi ultra-Orthodox leadership," he said.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:01:32 GMTArab parties in contact with senior UTJ officials over negotiations with Yashar-led bloc - report
Abbas reportedly suggested that joint talks could give legitimacy to a more lenient arrangement on the issue across the political spectrum, while also positioning UTJ as a potential "kingmaker."
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 21:24:00 GMTIDF begins establishing 'attack battalions' ahead of next ground operations in Gaza, Lebanon
The pilot program will begin next week in the 215th Fire Brigade, which has killed approximately 3,000 terrorists since the start of the war.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:15:28 GMTIDF revises policy to expand protections of soldiers accused of sexual harassment, assault
Soldiers accused of sexual harassment will gain new rights during IDF inquiries, including access to allegations and evidence and the ability to indirectly question complainants.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:15:00 GMTFacing the waves and the pain: Bereaved siblings and orphans find strength and hope through surfing
Sixteen participants completed a four-month OneFamily surfing course in Ashkelon, finding a safe space to cope with loss, build confidence, and form new friendships through sport.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:17:41 GMTSa'ar bars two left-wing French politicians from entering country over anti-Israel statements
Such statements included "accusations amounting to 'blood libels' against Israel," as well as Mélenchon’s call for French naval vessels to escort flotillas to Gaza.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:06:39 GMTIsrael’s 91,000 Gaza tents fall short, aid expert says, as Hamas accused of weaponizing crisis
Only eight to 10 aid organizations are now allowed to bring in supplies, an Israeli aid expert says, as Israel blocks some building materials over dual-use concerns.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:45:36 GMTSex offender under supervision indicted for raping woman in Tel Aviv apartment
Prosecutors allege Adam Yassin returned about two weeks later and sexually assaulted the same woman again.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:42:46 GMTOver 300,000 pieces of equipment returned to IDF under military's anonymous hand-in operation
Due to the success of the operation, the IDF stated that it would be extended by two days, until November 16.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:21:40 GMTEisenkot meets Netanyahu for two-hour security briefing amid tensions over potential Iran strikes
The meeting came a day after Eisenkot asked A-G Gali Baharav-Miara to intervene, saying Netanyahu had denied him the briefings while the government serves in a caretaker capacity.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:04:24 GMTLikud weighs tapping MK Elisha Medan for Knesset speaker against Yashar's Kahana - report
Medan was seriously wounded during the Israel-Hamas War, losing both legs in an explosion in northern Gaza that killed four other reservists in the early stages of the war.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:11:03 GMTNetanyahu trial judges order Attorney-General Baharav-Miara to appear in court next week
The Jerusalem District Court panel said Baharav-Miara must appear on November 18, a day after prosecutors told the court she would not attend a proposed discussion.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:00:18 GMTMiriam Peretz: If Yashar forms a government with an Arab party, my son will leave Knesset
Just two days earlier, at her son's swearing-in ceremony at the Knesset, Peretz had struck a different tone, emphasizing the importance of unity and working on behalf of all Israeli citizens.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:20:42 GMTBishop warns Israel risks losing support of younger American Evangelicals
Bishop Robert Stearns urges Israel's next government to develop a long-term national strategy to strengthen ties with younger Evangelical Christians amid changing political & cultural attitudes in US
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:49:10 GMTDiaspora Ministry moves to ban entry of UK-based Amos Trust activists over Israel BDS push
NGO Monitor has also documented alleged links between Euro-Med leadership and Hamas, including claims that senior figures appeared on a list of Hamas operatives and institutions published in 2013.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:07:45 GMTHaredi parties welcome in Eisenkot-led gov't if they accept four principles, Yashar's Meridor says
Yashar MK Shaul Meridor said haredi parties could join an Eisenkot-led emergency government if they accept four principles, including universal service and recognition of Hamas as a terrorist group.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:01:27 GMTPolice arrest four suspects over Jalud arson attack as state tells court repairs will take months
A detailed damage assessment was expected to reach the Civil Administration liaison office in the coming days. The preliminary estimate was that about three months of work would be needed.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:52:31 GMTShenkar showcases next generation of Israeli fashion at Tel Aviv Fashion Week
“This year, we chose to invite the audience into the design process itself, rather than simply presenting the final result,” said Ilan Beja, head of Shenkar’s Department of Fashion Design.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:49:32 GMTLiberman warns Netanyahu against 'dragging Israel into war' as Eisenkot gets security briefing
Yashar party leader MK Gadi Eisenkot is set to receive a diplomatic and security briefing from Netanyahu and his military secretary at the Prime Minister's Office on Thursday.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 09:00:31 GMTCan Netanyahu launch another war against Iran while leading a caretaker government? - explainer
As Eisenkot works to form a government, Netanyahu retains the power to act against Iran. But Israeli law raises questions about launching a new war under a caretaker government.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 08:02:05 GMTIsrael targets senior Hamas brigade chief planning attacks from Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis
The IDF said Hamas used Nasser Hospital to store weapons, operate command centers, and plan attacks against Israel before the strike targeted the terror cell.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:36:52 GMTCinema Spiegel features American movies to celebrate 250th anniversary of US
For those who have not yet been to this cinema, it features several extremely comfortable screening rooms, as well as a bar and a concession stand.