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Tue, 19 May 2026 00:48:16 GMTHow Hamas’s internal cracks are becoming impossible for Gazans to ignore - opinion
Questions are now growing inside Gaza about whether Hamas still possesses the same solid popular base that once gave the movement its legitimacy after taking control of the Strip in 2007.
Mon, 18 May 2026 23:01:09 GMTDespite tense podium incident, Israeli fighter Yoav Manor wins bronze in Abu Dhabi
Competing in the under-77 kilogram division, Manor completed an impressive day on the mats with three victories in four matches to secure a spot on the podium.
Mon, 18 May 2026 22:38:39 GMTIsraeli hoops players end strike, return to the court
According to the agreement, starting next season, the minister’s framework will grant a budget of 2.2 million NIS only to teams that play with four foreign players throughout the season.
Mon, 18 May 2026 22:37:53 GMTHapoel Tel Aviv loses to Beersheba, Maccabi falls to Beitar in soccer Premier League weekend
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi fell to Beersheba and Beitar over the weekend, leaving the league title race favoring Beersheba as the season nears its final matches.
Mon, 18 May 2026 21:46:04 GMTICC plans to seek arrest warrant for Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich - report
The request reportedly concerns suspicions of war crimes and crimes against humanity allegedly committed against Palestinians in the West Bank.
Mon, 18 May 2026 21:37:32 GMTAvi Maoz: Chief Rabbinate control over prayer is the only way to protect Western Wall - interview
The bill seeks to grant the Rabbinate authority to determine prayer arrangements at the Western Wall. It also proposes that the Chief Rabbinate would be considered the representative of Judaism.
Mon, 18 May 2026 21:24:12 GMTUS refueling aircraft to stay at Ben-Gurion Airport until the end of 2027 - report
The aircraft and US military personnel required to operate them will be stationed in and around Ben-Gurion Airport and are already creating significant logistical challenges for the airport.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:56:05 GMTAt least 11 injured after bus crashes into tree, electric pole on Tel Aviv’s Dizengoff Street
Among those injured were an 11-year-old girl in critical condition, a woman and a man in serious condition, one man in moderate condition, and seven people in light condition.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:34:23 GMTGovernment exploring plans to seize Arab homes, public buildings in Jerusalem's Old City - report
The government's investigation will focus on Chain Gate Street, a major commercial and tourist center on the border between the Jewish and Muslim quarters, and is very close to the Temple Mount.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:29:54 GMTThe fascination with the haredi problem, and where it leads - analysis
Will the ultra-Orthodox allow Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu one last chance to push through the controversial haredi conscription law?
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:02:19 GMTNoam Bettan meets with President Isaac Herzog after winning second place at Eurovision
Bettan had won second place at Eurovision, despite demonstrations against Israel, boos, and pro-Palestinian placard and flag bearers, thus bringing pride and glory to Israel and a huge career boost.
Mon, 18 May 2026 19:48:15 GMTLapid warns Likud MKs backing haredi draft bill from Netanyahu pressure will ‘not fall under radar'
He said that in the past two days, Netanyahu and his office have been exerting a massive pressure campaign on coalition MKs to convince them to support the draft legislation.
Mon, 18 May 2026 18:27:57 GMTCroatian president not approving Israel’s proposed ambassador due to ‘policies of Israeli gov’t’
The official statement came after Israeli media reported that Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has been refusing for seven months to approve the appointment of Israel’s ambassador to the country.
Mon, 18 May 2026 17:57:16 GMTFour arrested after police receive warning of suspected terror plot near Hadera
All four suspects were arrested at the scene and were being transferred for questioning at the Hadera police station.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:34:47 GMTIDF kills Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander in targeted strike in Lebanon
Halim spearheaded the integration of PIJ terrorists into Hezbollah's combat operations, according to the IDF.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:21:04 GMTJewish, Arab Israeli activists launch 'Hasbara' flotilla opposing Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla
“We did our own flotilla,” said Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad. "We send a clear message to all the ‘terror flotilla’ activists. You are not welcome here."
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:01:16 GMTHigh Court orders classified Gofman affidavit transferred to relevant respondents
The court said the classified affidavit must be sent to cleared respondents before it decides how to proceed.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:43:02 GMTIDF's Central Command chief signs amendment to enact death penalty for terrorists in West Bank
IDF Central Command chief Maj.-Gen. Avi Bluth Bluth’s signing marks the start of a significant policy change within the defense establishment since the October 7 massacre.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:40:51 GMTRama council head convicted in protection-money extortion case
The case centered on the collection of protection money from factory owners in the Rama area.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:22:16 GMTWar’s hidden toll: Mental health treatment in Israel surges 240%
Israel’s largest healthcare provider said it has recruited 290 mental health professionals and expanded dozens of clinics as demand continues to surge.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:47:43 GMTNetanyahu testimony canceled again at last minute for security-diplomatic reasons
The hearing, which had been scheduled to continue at 9:30 a.m. in the Tel Aviv District Court building, was expected to focus on Netanyahu’s cross-examination in Case 2000.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:13:50 GMTSomaliland’s first ambassador to Israel welcomed by Herzog in historic ceremony
President says new partnership will promote cooperation “for the benefit of both our peoples and the entire region.”
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:03:02 GMTNetanyahu's coalition 'massively pressuring' MKs to vote for haredi draft bill, Haskel tells 'Post'
Haskel told The Jerusalem Post that over the weekend, “phone calls were made to almost all coalition members in order to check their positions and pressure them to vote on the conscription law.”
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:52:14 GMTUS weighs secure AI base in Israel’s Negev to counter China - report
Project Spire would be the first node in a network of hardened AI bases, allowing American companies and allied researchers to collaborate inside secure perimeters governed by strict US standards.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:46:21 GMTBennett’s UAE plans prompted Netanyahu office to reveal secret wartime visit - report
Mon, 18 May 2026 06:17:11 GMTIDF reservists forced to cross Lebanon border despite being ineligible for benefits
The soldiers had recently been ranked at 'Tier B," a step down from "Tier A," which is given to soldiers who serve in particularly dangerous positions, including crossing the border.
Mon, 18 May 2026 01:20:39 GMTHead of village council, deputy, shot in Arab village Jadeidi-Makr
Police Commissioner Danny Levi said the shooting “crossed a red line,” calling it a direct attack on elected officials and the rule of law.
Mon, 18 May 2026 01:02:46 GMTIDF catches ten Israeli civilians who crossed Israel-Syria border
IDF soldiers operating in the area returned the civilians from Syrian to Israeli territory, before transferring them to the Israel Police.
Sun, 17 May 2026 21:48:57 GMTBeitar, Beersheba in fierce fight to the finish
Both top teams win, Jerusalem still trails by 2 points in the championship race with just 2 games left.
Sun, 17 May 2026 20:50:07 GMTEmbassies in Jerusalem: Gov't approves proposal allocating budget for relocations to capital
The proposal includes allocating budgets for incentive packages for relocating embassies, encouraging meetings and delegations in Jerusalem, and fostering cooperation in additional fields.