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Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:07 GMTIran war means larger Israeli influence among Arab states, top defense sources say
Future wars with Iran are likely to be longer in duration, while Israel's defense sales record breaks its record again, reaching USD 19 billion.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:53:44 GMTGal Gadot shares extravigant Caribbean vacation on Instagram
Israeli star soaks up some Caribbean sun with friends amid what is set to be a big year of film releases and vitriol and pressure for her public support of Israel.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:08:48 GMTAzerbaijani ship officers arrested in NIS 7 million cigarette smuggling bust
The goods seized in the operation totaled NIS 7 million. The investigation is still ongoing.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:01:21 GMT'A historic step': Sa'ar attends opening of Fiji's new Israel embassy after 30 years
"Together with Minister Ioane Naivalurua, we signed agreements on national security cooperation and diplomatic training," Sa'ar wrote.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:59:55 GMTNetanyahu's corruption trial continues amid pending delay requests
The cross-examination section of the trial is in its final stretch. The hearings come on the backdrop of the fragile developments with Iran.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:04:37 GMTRare gemstone discovered by 12-year-old boy during archaeological dig in ancient Jewish village
Dig director Dr. Achia Kohn-Tavorn from Ariel University identified the stone as a Nicolo, a type of agate stone often used in jewelry and signet rings by the Romans as a symbol of wealth.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:43:13 GMTDeputy mayor among 14 arrested in massive northern Israel corruption raid
Following the police's announcement, the Nahariya Municipality released a statement confirming that its personnel were involved in the investigation.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:46:13 GMTOutgoing Mossad chief Barnea urges Israel to topple wounded Iranian regime
If in the past, Barnea's promise seemed to be to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon, this was an additional time that he doubled or even tripled down on regime change for Iran.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:22:40 GMTSmotrich’s surprise appearance at Israel Day Parade sparks backlash from NY and Jewish leaders
Smotrich’s surprise appearance at New York’s Israel Day Parade drew condemnation from city, state, and Jewish leaders, who said he was not invited to join the march.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:36:01 GMT'Time to say no to Trump': Israeli officials condemn Netanyahu's decision to cancel Lebanon strike
“This is the time to tell our friend, President Trump - ‘no’,” National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir wrote on X/Twitter.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:20:22 GMTThese schools build Druze Israeli identity, one student at a time
Israel’s Druze community primarily lives in the country’s north, keeping its own traditions and leadership while maintaining loyalty to Israel and high rates of IDF service.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:08:12 GMTBill that would split role of attorney-general passes first Knesset reading
If passed, the role of attorney-general would be divided between two separate officials, a move that current A-G Gali Baharav-Miara called "stage two of the judicial reform."
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:25:08 GMTTrump tells Netanyahu he kept him out of jail, should be grateful on tense call - report
One source summarized part of Trump’s comments as “everybody hates you now. Everybody hates Israel because of this,” said the report by Axios.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:22:12 GMTStatement of intent to strike Beirut caused Hezbollah leaders to flee, disrupted surprise attack
The element of surprise was lost when Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the IDF's intentions to strike targets in the Lebanese capital.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:28:16 GMTBill to dissolve Knesset passes first reading, advancing process to move up elections
The coalition's bill to dissolve the Knesset passed, with zero lawmakers voting against the resolution.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:54:19 GMTYam Madar delivers derby masterpiece as Hapoel Tel Aviv heads into playoffs red hot - comment
The game was close after the opening quarter, but that was because Madar was just warming up for what was to be a historical night for Israeli basketball.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:49:19 GMTTA International Student Film Festival: Forty years of cutting-edge cinema
This year’s edition will feature about 100 student short films from 20 countries, as well as Israeli competitions, master classes, industry events, special screenings, and outdoor programs.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:18:53 GMT'Memory is a form of resistance': President Herzog commemorates the Farhud
The Farhud marked the beginning of the end of a cohesive Jewish community in Iraq. Ten years later, in 1952, under the code name Operation Ezra and Nehemiah, the bulk of Iraqi Jewry left for Israel.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:53:57 GMTCapt. Dr. Ori Yosef Silvester killed in combat, several others wounded, in southern Lebanon
During the incident in which he was killed, two officers and one soldier were severely wounded, one soldier was moderately wounded, and two officers and one soldier were lightly wounded.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:47:46 GMTLapid urges Eisenkot to join his alliance with Bennett to win upcoming elections, oust Netanayhu
The remarks were made at a faction press conference in the Knesset on Monday after the Together party dropped in the polls this past week, while Eisenkot’s Yashar! gained seats.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:38:24 GMTGofman ruling lays bare rules under dispute in Israel's political game - analysis
As Baharav-Miara warned of efforts to weaken democratic institutions, the system she was defending was in the process of rejecting her objections to one of Netanyahu’s most sensitive appointments.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:21:02 GMT'We Shall Rise' installation highlights Israel's journey since October 7 at Tel Aviv mall
“We wanted to show that no matter what, no matter how they try to kill us and to make us vanish, we're still here,” writer Noam Horev explained.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:37:10 GMTIDF 146th Division completes southern Lebanon operations, as attacks on Hezbollah intensify
The IDF also announced on Sunday morning that its ground troops had taken over the Beaufort Ridge outpost and Wadi al-Saluki areas beyond the Litani River
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:19:32 GMTMossad int'l relations head steps down following Gofman appointment - report
Other senior Mossad officials are expected to follow suit in the coming days, KAN added.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:29:59 GMTSouth Africa’s ICJ delay request may ease pressure on Israel - analysis
South Africa’s request for an 18 month extension could delay further ICJ hearings in its genocide case against Israel until 2029 or 2030.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:13:33 GMTHezbollah drone explodes in IDF site near Rosh Hanikra, no injuries reported
The IDF stated only that the impact of an explosive drone had been identified in the area, near the Israel-Lebanon border.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:41:03 GMTFormer Technion president Professor Yitzhak Apeloig passes away aged 81
"Despite national and global crises, his years in office were marked by exceptional academic development," said the current Technion President Prof. Uri Sivan.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:21:34 GMTUltra-Orthodox protesters hold anti-draft protests, block train tracks near airport
Additionally, at least three police officers were injured during the protests, Israel Police said following the event's conclusion.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:11:30 GMTHigh Court approves new Mossad chief Gofman, to begin role Tuesday
Roman Gofman is set to assume the role of Mossad chief after the High Court approved his appointment on Monday.
Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:43:48 GMTNetanyahu asks to shorten, cancel testimony days as judges push to finish Case 2000
Netanyahu is currently being cross-examined in Case 2000, the media-corruption case involving his conversations with Yediot Aharonot publisher Arnon “Noni” Mozes ahead of the 2015 election.