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Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:39:52 GMTKnesset panel advances dissolution bill ahead of first reading, debates date election date
The panel determined a range of possible dates to move up the elections that spans from September 8 to October 20.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:22:35 GMT'Black flag over democracy': Politicians slam haredi break in to Beit Shemesh police station
According to Democrats Party head Yair Golan, the riot was a "practical translation" of the contentious haredi draft law.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:49:29 GMTLebanon truce unravels as Netanyahu, Katz instruct IDF to renew Hezbollah strikes in Beirut
Hezbollah showers the North with drones as IDF troops take over the Beaufort Ridge outpost and Wadi al-Saluki areas beyond the Litani River.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:32:04 GMTHigh Court rules Justice Minister Yariv Levin must convene Judicial Selection Committee
The ruling was issued after the Minister of Justice refused to convene the committee for about a year and a half due to the lack of a broad consensus regarding the selection of candidates.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:57:58 GMTStaff-Sergeant Adam Tzarfati killed from Hezbollah drone explosion in southern Lebanon
One soldier was severely wounded, and two others were lightly wounded during the incident in which Tzarfati was killed.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:08:01 GMTBrother of murdered Hamas hostage criticizes PM advisor Yonatan Urich
Danino, who comes from the haredi education system, added that he is "not disconnected" from the issue of haredi enlistment.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:46:52 GMTUS 'does not expect Israel to absorb' Hezbollah attacks, signals green light for IDF escalation
On Sunday, two sources told the Post that senior Israeli officials had appealed to senior US officials to allow the IDF to expand its operations in Beirut.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:22:03 GMTIsraeli court revokes citizenship of Cuban man over sham marriage
The court finds that citizenship was obtained through a fictitious marriage and false representations to immigration authorities.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:03:20 GMTPolice Commissioner meets with members of LGBTQ+ community ahead of Pride Month
Police and LGBTQ+ community leaders discussed security preparations as Pride Month events get underway across Israel, with the Tel Aviv Pride Parade returning to its traditional format.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:56:22 GMTHaredi protesters break into Beit Shemesh police station in overnight riot, eight arrested
The riot occured following the arrest of an alleged draft dodger.
Sun, 31 May 2026 23:58:15 GMTIsrael asks US to allow for expanded Beirut strikes, sources tell 'Post' - exclusive
The IDF announced on Sunday morning that it had taken control of the Beaufort Ridge outpost and Wadi al-Saluki areas north of the Litani River in southern Lebanon.
Sun, 31 May 2026 22:04:20 GMT‘Holding our heads high’: MKs march at Israel Parade, slam Mamdani's decision to boycott
Mamdani's boycott came against the backdrop of a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in New York and pushed Ohana to lead the large delegation of MKs.
Sun, 31 May 2026 21:27:00 GMTSmotrich flies to Washington to meet Latin American leaders, expand Isaac Accords
The minister is scheduled to return to Israel as early as Wednesday, after conducting an intensive marathon of meetings in the United States with key Latin American figures.
Sun, 31 May 2026 20:38:24 GMTGov't postpones decision to give aid to North, amid escalating Hezbollah strikes
The delay also comes as local northern authority heads have called for urgent government aid and IDF action.
Sun, 31 May 2026 20:25:50 GMTCar ramming attack wounds several at Gush Etzion Junction in West Bank, south of Jerusalem
The soldier who killed the terrorist also provided emergency medical treatment to one of the wounded, saving their life, a spokesperson from the Gush Etzion Regional Council said.
Sun, 31 May 2026 19:58:34 GMTAt Beaufort, Israel confronts the futility of withdrawal - analysis
Twenty-six years after Israel, under the cover of darkness, withdrew from Beaufort, it returned Saturday.
Sun, 31 May 2026 19:58:13 GMTPM Netanyahu appoints Shmuel Ben Ezra as new National Security Council chief
Ben Ezra has over thirty years of experience in security, technology, and cyber, the prime minister announced, adding that he had led the development of the "Arrow-3" air defense system.
Sun, 31 May 2026 19:33:11 GMTThe Israeli-Bedouin women’s rights activist bringing women to the negotiation table - interview
“Stubborn” was how the Israeli Bedouin women’s rights activist and lawyer described herself in an interview with The Jerusalem Post on Sunday.
Sun, 31 May 2026 18:38:04 GMTAt least four people reportedly wounded after Hezbollah drone hits northern Israel
Fire crews were working at the crash site, where Israeli media is reporting that at least four people were injured. No details on their conditions have been reported.
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:54:23 GMTFormer commander of Beaufort Ridge warns against romanticizing operation, holding outpost
He warned that those who will pay the price of holding the ridge will be the soldiers and Israeli citizens living in the north.
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:50:32 GMTIsrael Tax Authority official questioned by Lahav 433 over alleged privacy, misconduct offenses
A few months ago, the senior official allegedly locked the door of his office while an employee was inside, confiscated the employee's mobile phone, and attempted to review recordings.
Sun, 31 May 2026 11:32:04 GMTIn pictures: IDF retakes southern Lebanon's Beaufort Ridge outpost nearly three decades later
The IDF held the outpost until May 2000, when Israel withdrew its forces from southern Lebanon on the order of former prime minister Ehud Barak.
Sun, 31 May 2026 10:17:08 GMTFormer finance minister Kahlon convicted of reporting offense in UnetCredit collapse case
The conviction came as part of a plea agreement between the parties.
Sun, 31 May 2026 09:50:37 GMTTwo Jerusalem residents indicted for allegedly planning terror attack against IDF soldiers
In a separate incident, police found the knife used to kill Destao Tsakol, 19, in Beersheba. A prosecutor's statement was filed against the four minors who are suspects in the case.
Sun, 31 May 2026 07:29:02 GMTStaff-Sergeant Michael Tyukin killed in combat in southern Lebanon
Four IDF soldiers were lightly wounded in the incident that killed Tyukin.
Sun, 31 May 2026 06:37:32 GMTIDF takes control of Beaufort Ridge, but Hezbollah aerial strikes continue uninterrupted
The military took control of the Wadi al-Saluki area beyond the Litani River, but Hezbollah drones and over 50 rockets have kept raining down on the North.
Sun, 31 May 2026 02:35:53 GMTIsraeli allegedly seen beating Palestinians, dog, in Masafer Yatta - report
Evidence and testimony were collected at the scene, and police have begun searching for the suspect.
Sat, 30 May 2026 23:56:21 GMTHome Front Command issues new guidelines for the North, canceling school in Lebanon border towns
The new guidelines limit gatherings in communities along the Lebanese border to no more than 50 people outdoors and 200 indoors, and beaches are closed to the public.
Sat, 30 May 2026 23:51:52 GMTA Metallica tribute band tribute fills Tel Aviv's international music void
Between the thunderous guitars and drums, abetted by the full orchestra, the sound was thunderous and could sometimes be physically felt like sound waves passing through the chest cavity.
Sat, 30 May 2026 22:51:32 GMTNearly three years into war, Hezbollah keeps northern Israel under fire - analysis
Israeli cities remain under rocket fire in northern Israel after 965 days of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.