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Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:49:20 GMTNetanyahu aide Urich indicted for passing on classified information
Urich's charges were added to the broader 'Bild' case indictment, which includes charges against former Prime Minister's Office spokesman Eli Feldstein and IDF reservist Ari Rosenfeld.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:34:33 GMTJerusalem’s next chapter
The bid to turn the holy city into the Middle East’s economic capital
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:02:52 GMTSuspect arrested after photographing influencer naked in changing room also accused of rape
The additional allegation followed a complaint filed by another woman after the suspect's photograph was published by police.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:53:52 GMTWATCH: IDF destroys Hezbollah anti-tank launcher, seizes weapons, kills terrorists
According to the statement, the IDF also located and seized Kalashnikov rifles, shotguns, and other small arms, as well as RPGs and rockets in a raid on a Hezbollah weapons storage facility.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:26:08 GMTIsrael set to approve funding plan for 61 West Bank settlements - report
Axios's Barak Ravid reported on X/Twitter that the proposal is scheduled to be brought before the cabinet for approval. Additional details about the plan were not immediately available.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:17:20 GMTHerzog awards Mossad, IAI, IAF prize for capability-expanding classified system - exclusive
Mossad chiefs Tamir Pardo, Yossi Cohen, and recently retired chief David Barnea all had a hand in advancing the program, without which it might not have reached the finish line.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:23:38 GMTKnesset passes law placing internal police investigations under Justice Ministry's authority
The legislation was passed with 43 lawmakers in favor and 39 against after a lengthy plenum debate. It was sponsored by Likud MK Moshe Saada.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:17:23 GMTJerusalem Film Festival to open with Moshe Rosenthal’s 'Tell Me Everything'
"Tell Me Everything" had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, marking the first time in a decade that a full-length Israeli feature film was included in that festival.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:07:48 GMTShin Bet investigates haredi protests amid concerns over threats to government sites - report
The Shin Bet is investigating haredi anti-conscription protests after multiple disruptive incidents, amid concerns that future demonstrations could threaten government sites or officials.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:42:45 GMTThere will be a Palestinian majority in the Negev by 2050, Haggai Reznik says
“We need to prevent Palestinian women from entering," said Reznik. "The state funds and allows this. By 2050, there will be a Palestinian majority in the Negev.”
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:17:25 GMTArab parties move to reestablish Joint List without Ra’am after disagreements with Abbas
Polls have shown that if the Arab parties were to run together, they would receive more seats than they would obtain in a separate run.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:01:31 GMTWATCH: Israel at war with Hezbollah, not Lebanon, Netanyahu says in message to Lebanese people
Netanyahu urged Lebanese citizens to reject Hezbollah's influence, saying the group is the only obstacle preventing peace, prosperity, and cooperation between Israel and Lebanon.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:24:18 GMTHamas items, including Sinwar's battle plans on display at new intelligence center exhibit
There is also a separate exhibit item highlighting UNRWA workers who were likewise dual-hat operatives for Hamas, many of whom took part in the October 7 atrocities.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:11:40 GMTA-G deputies warn Ben-Gvir over alleged pattern of blocking police promotions
The warning comes against the backdrop of a broader legal battle over Ben-Gvir’s authority over the police and his alleged interference in operational and personnel decisions.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:54:41 GMTRamat David Airbase hit by missile fragment during Sunday's Iran escalation, IDF confirms to 'Post'
The IDF confirmed to The Jerusalem Post that a missile fragment struck Ramat David Airbase during the recent Iran escalation, causing minor damage but no injuries or disruption to flight operations.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:19:24 GMTNational Insurance to adopt new protections, accommodations for sexual assault survivors
If the person asks for a female doctor to be part of the panel, NII will try to grant the request, depending on whether a female doctor is available in the relevant medical field and location.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:15:56 GMTWATCH: President Herzog calls for Lebanese President Aoun to reject Hezbollah, Iran influence
During a tour of northern Israel, Herzog addressed Aoun and the people of Lebanon in Arabic, saying that he extends a hand of peace towards them.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:08:03 GMTWATCH: Haredim protest in Jerusalem, central Israel over detention of draft dodgers
Israel Police said later on Wednesday that the Jerusalem protests had been dispersed and roads had reopened to traffic.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:39:54 GMTKnesset advances bill to enshrine Torah study into Basic Law, supporting haredi draft evaders
It proposes that the State of Israel "recognize those who commit themselves to long-term dedication to Torah study as performing significant service to the state and the Jewish people."
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:31:11 GMTIsrael to open representative office in Papua New Guinea, FM Sa'ar announces after talks with PM
Sa'ar said that he thanked Marape for his support and friendship with Israel, specifically noting that Marape had decided to move Papua New Guinea's embassy to Jerusalem in 2023.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:34:48 GMTWounded 'Amazing Race' star brings Rabbi Sacks’ message to Israeli students
President Isaac Herzog praised Liheyot Ye’udi at the President’s Residence, calling on students to continue spreading Rabbi Sacks’ teachings.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:52:27 GMTFormer Mossad official says Trump naive about Iran, misunderstands Middle East diplomacy
The former counterterror head of the Mossad said that Trump "does not understand the terminology of the Middle East, not the dialectic, and the Iranians are teaching him a lesson in that regard.”
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:46:36 GMTZionist NGO Regavim to countersue Canada, EU over sanctions, denies claims of violence - interview
On Tuesday, the United Kingdom, Canada, Norway, France, New Zealand, and Australia announced new sanctions against several individuals and organizations in the West Bank.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:19:04 GMTThree female soldiers wounded by settlers while clearing illegal West Bank outpost
Security forces arrived at the outpost adjacent to Ma’aleh Amos during the night, where they announced that the area was a closed military zone and demanded that all civilians disperse.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:09:56 GMTDelegation to Israel arrives amid the Iran conflict and regional tensions
Christian leaders from the US and Europe arrive in Israel to gain firsthand insight and strengthen advocacy for Israel worldwide
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:27:56 GMTFatah official rejects Gaza technocratic committee, contradicts official PA stance
"The Gaza committee is an Israeli recipe for reinforcing Palestinian division," Rajoub said. "We should never have agreed to or accepted the committee under any circumstances."
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:54:19 GMTLikud Court dismisses petitions to expel Gallant from party despite harsh criticisms against him
In the ruling, issued on Sunday, Court President Michael Kleiner and members Yitzhak Bam and Yair Lachen determined that there was no legal basis to terminate Gallant’s membership in Likud.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:39:38 GMTIsraeli basketball controversy continues as Hapoel Tel Aviv barely beat Jerusalem in Game 2
"I love this country to death. I grew up in the United States. I choose to be here. I’m a Zionist. I love this country. I love our people, but not everyone feels the same way," said Adelson.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:48:31 GMTHezbollah relying on drones to prevent further IDF incursions into Lebanon, senior officer says
"The forces understand that the only way for us to succeed is to hunt the drone operators and kill them," the senior officer said.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:02:13 GMTIDF soldier killed in Lebanon's organ donation saves six patients simultaneously
Following confirmation of his death, his family requested that his organs be donated, enabling several patients awaiting transplants to be saved or see their conditions improved.