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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:45:50 GMTIsrael nearly struck Iran twice in recent weeks, former IDF intelligence chief claims
Hayman pointed to a wave of unexplained reports, rumors, and videos emerging from Iran, suggesting these may be part of a cyber-based influence effort.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:46:11 GMT'New phase of defense': Eight arrested, weapons seized near Jerusalem in Operation Capital Shield
The operation was part of a large-scale plan formulated as a strategic response to strengthen sovereignty and deepen governance in the areas surrounding Jerusalem.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 03:13:51 GMTIsrael signs cyber defense cooperation agreement with Germany
In a video posted on Twitter/X, Netanyahu asserted the importance of Israel and Germany's cooperation, particularly in the matter of cybersecurity.
Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:42:48 GMTIDF cancels ultra-Orthodox Hashmonaim Brigade event for parents in Bnei Brak after haredi riot
The event was interrupted by a group of several dozen haredi extremists associated with the Jerusalem faction, who tried to break into the compound where the event was being held.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 23:11:40 GMTDid Washington move too soon on Avdija? Former manager Tommy Sheppard offers an answer - interview
Avdija’s first season highlighted the difficulty. An ankle injury limited him to 54 games, and according to Sheppard, that period tested his character.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:46:26 GMTMK Tsega Melaku: Missing girl Haymanut Kasau ignored for nearly two years - interview
Melaku added that she distributed Kasau’s photo to fellow MKs "so they will remember: there is a kidnapped child, and nobody is talking about her."
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:06:09 GMTMost of Israel has remained silent about Netanyahu's transformation of US relations
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly pitched one of the most radical transformations in US relations in decades, announcing he planned to zero out US military aid by 2038.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:43:54 GMTNetanyahu, Sa'ar meet with Japanese FM in his first bilateral diplomatic visit to Israel
Netanyahu congratulated Motegi and the delegation members on their visit to Israel and thanked them for their support.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 20:53:47 GMTMichael Rapaport joins cast of Matchmaking 3, filming in Israel
Rapaport has become an outspoken advocate for Israel and against antisemitism since the outbreak of war on October 7, 2023.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:31:58 GMTKnesset legal advisor demands Finance Ministry probe into unauthorized fund transfers
The demand was made following a High Court of Justice hearing on petitions challenging the government’s transfer of more than NIS 1 billion in earmarked funds to haredi schools.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:08:40 GMTArgentina reportedly delaying embassy move over Israeli company's oil project near Falklands
Israeli company, Navitas Petroleum, has recently announced that it will undertake activities near the Falkland Islands, a project the Argentinian government decried as "unilateral and illegitimate."
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 18:32:35 GMTAre IDF reservists properly armed during post-war operations? - analysis
The long duration and overwhelming logistical complexity of the Israel-Hamas War has led to a negative economic impact that may be taking a bite out of the budgets for arming reservists.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:15:40 GMTBeitar Jerusalem grabs share of first place in win against Maccabi Bnei Reineh
Beersheba still tops table on goal difference • Macaabi Tel Aviv edges Sakhnin • Hapoel Haifa, Hapoel TA draw
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:09:56 GMTAfter warning civilians of imminent strikes, Israel hits Hezbollah infrastructure in south Lebanon
The Israeli military confirmed strikes on Hezbollah sites in Lebanon after Arabic spox. Col Avichay Adraee issued evacuation alerts to nearby civilians.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:51:43 GMTIranian unrest could make it harder for regime to fire missiles at Israel, ex-Navy chief says
“It is possible that the current regime falls and is replaced by one led by the Revolutionary Guards,” he said.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:49:23 GMTHigh Court to Israeli gov't: Disclose details on ultra-Orthodox school funding within 10 days
The ruling came in response to a petition that challenges the continued funding of the two main party-linked haredi school networks amid concerns over budgetary transfers to the networks.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:09:42 GMTAshkelon court extends Domrani house arrest, tightens contact ban in grenade case
Domrani was arrested on suspicion of involvement in the overnight throwing of a fragmentation grenade into the yard of a private home in Ashkelon.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:41:16 GMTIran protests an internal issue but Israel ready to strike back, IDF chief Eyal Zamir believes
If Tehran attacks Israel, the IDF plans to strike back with immense power to ensure the country is safe and secure.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:21:49 GMTNetanyahu convenes security cabinet on Iran, says Israel watching protests 'in awe'
PM: Israel strongly condemns mass slaughter of innocent civilians • Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee also set for Iran discussion
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:23:08 GMTWATCH: Israel Police arrest Palestinian suspect in $950,000 online marketplace scam
Footage released Sunday showed counterterrorism officers conducting a raid in central Ramallah to detain the suspect.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:14:28 GMTAyelet Shaked calls for state probe into October 7, will decide on political comeback 'soon'
Shaked also said she was proud of diversifying the judicial bench during her tenure, arguing that a heterogeneous court better reflects Israeli society.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:17:23 GMTSamoa to establish embassy in Jerusalem, deepen Israeli ties, PM Laoli Lauatea Schmidt says
Israel and Samoa deepen ties as Samoa plans embassy in Jerusalem, building on years of cooperation through MASHAV and UN support.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 08:27:29 GMTNetanyahu’s chief of staff detained for questioning by investigators over Bild leaked documents
Tzachi Braverman, who was approved as an ambassadorial candidate to the UK, was detained by police for questioning on suspicion of obstruction of justice.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 07:07:42 GMT'This is jihad': Dentist arrested for social media posts praising Hamas, supporting terror
Police began their investigation after the suspect made a post on social media featuring the slogan "This is jihad - victory or martyrdom."
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 05:50:23 GMTNetanyahu discusses Middle East geopolitics, Iran threat in Dr. Phil interview
"On the second day of the war," Netanyahu told McGraw, "I knew we were not only dealing with Hamas or Hezbollah, we were dealing with Iran."
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 02:35:23 GMTFire breaks out in Ramat Beit Shemesh apt., no injuries reported
Firefighters responded to reports of a fire originating in an electrical cabinet and were informed that smoke was rising toward the building's upper floors.
Sun, 11 Jan 2026 02:10:04 GMTRight-wing activist arrested after allegedly pepper spraying protesters in Tel Aviv
Police were called to the location after the suspects, a 45-year-old man from Ramat Gan and a 75-year-old man from Kiryat Tivon, were allegedly seen assaulting one another.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 23:03:28 GMTGal Gadot to star in an adaptation of Janet Evanovich’s 'The Recovery Agent' series
Gadot and her husband, Jaron Varsano, will be among the producers of the film through their Pilot Wave production company.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:28:59 GMTIDF troops shoot terrorist who tried to carry out ramming near Hebron
The IDF stated that a report was received of an attempted ramming attack against soldiers in the West Bank.
Sat, 10 Jan 2026 15:01:37 GMTSeveral Israelis injured in bus accident in northern Thailand, one in critical condition
The Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that it's on its way to the accident site in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, where a bus carrying ten Israelis was overturned.