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Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:57:42 GMT
Former hostage Rom Braslavski files assault complaint against former reality star
A source told 'Maariv' the partner shouted at him, “Just because you were a hostage doesn’t mean you can talk however you want,” and then went on to assault his friend. 

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:54:01 GMT
Lanzmann’s 'Shoah' returns to Jerusalem in special Cinematheque tribute
Lanzmann’s genius was to understand that the details were the story, that in the deepest sense, it was impossible to memorialize the Holocaust without knowing exactly what happened.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:32:29 GMT
Israelis set fire to West Bank tents, vehicles, attack residents with clubs
The IDF reported that, during investigations of the surrounding area, a vehicle with Israeli plates was found containing blunt weapons. The vehicle was confiscated by the district police.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 09:04:21 GMT
Thousands go hiking in Israel as fallout from severe weather raises flood risk
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority warned that water levels in streams and rivers across the country have risen following recent rainfall, and several parks are closed due to flood risk.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:42:54 GMT
Shin Bet agent who worked with 'Son of Hamas' also foiled a plot to assassinate PM - interview
"You have to understand, Gaza is not the West Bank. Recruiting and activating people in Gaza is a very, very difficult thing."

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 05:07:37 GMT
Heavy metal peace in the Mideast: Orphaned Land frontman asks if unity through music can survive
Kobi Farhi talks to the Post ahead of the launch of his autobiographical new book, "Good Night, Orphaned Land."

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 02:41:09 GMT
'For me, it was my Holocaust': Caitlyn Jenner on visiting October 7 communities in Israel
In recent years Jenner has been active in political commentary and public advocacy, including vocal statements about Israel.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 02:28:59 GMT
Why falafel is at the heart of Israel’s 'Operation Dugo' Holocaust remembrance
Operation Dugo grew out of David “Dugo” Leitner’s personal tradition of eating falafel every January 18, the date linked to the start of the Auschwitz death marches in 1945.

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 02:14:15 GMT
IDF kills Hamas commander who played 'significant role' in planning Oct. 7 massacre
The IDF has been active east of the Yellow Line in northern Gaza throughout the month of January, dismantling terrorist infrastructure and targeting known terrorists.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 20:03:42 GMT
'Diplomatic failure for Israel': Opposition and coalition slam Trump's Gaza Board of Peace
Israeli politicians slammed Trump's new Board of Peace membership after the Prime Minister's Office claimed that the announcement was made without Israeli approval.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 18:18:19 GMT
Trump's Board of Peace announcement contradicts Israeli policy, PMO says
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar to take the matter up with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the release added. 

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:50:04 GMT
IDF intercepts drones smuggling weapons through western border
The drones were first identified by IDF field observers and the Aerial Defense Array before IDF troops arrived in the area and seized them.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:02:13 GMT
IDF soldiers accused of stealing 250 goats from Syria - N12
The soldiers are accused of ordering trucks to transport the goats to several breeding sites.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:59:52 GMT
IDF Chief of Staff assesses Iron Dome's readiness in light of Iran threat
IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visits the Iron Dome unit at Palmachim Air Force Base to assess readiness, as tensions with Iran escalate and Israel strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in Lebanon.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:30:04 GMT
Nine Israeli tourists detained by Ukrainian authorities over bag of salt found in vehicle
The group was detained while crossing the border from Ukraine to Moldova after authorities misidentified a bag of salt found in their vehicle as a suspected illicit substance, according to N12 News.

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 07:24:40 GMT
Shifting EU politics, Israel's stance analyzed at Jerusalem conference - analysis
At an academic conference in Jerusalem, experts discussed the EU’s political decline, shifting attitudes towards Israel, and the impact of Russian aggression, US geopolitics, and global tensions.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:32:23 GMT
IDF spokesperson: We are ready for any scenario in light of increasing regional unrest
As regional tensions rise, the IDF reassures the Israeli public that it is fully prepared for any scenario, urging reliance on official channels for updates.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:35:19 GMT
IDF strikes Hamas, Islamic Jihad targets in Gaza in response to ceasefire violations
At this time, the IDF did not name the targeted terrorists. However, Hamas-affiliated sources reported that the IDF killed targets in homes belonging to the al Huli and al Jarou families.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:53:58 GMT
Putin offers to mediate Iran issue in phone call with Netanyahu
Putin told Netanyahu that he was "in favor of intensifying political and diplomatic efforts to ensure stability and security in the region."

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:42:20 GMT
Majority of Israelis favor joint US-Israel action against Iran - poll
The responses were divided into those who support Israel joining the attack only if Iran first attacked or prepared to attack (29%) and those who would support Israeli participation regardless (44%).

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:29:07 GMT
Helicopter falls out of towing harness, crashes near houses in West Bank
The Commander of the Israeli Air Force, Maj.-Gen. Tomer Bar has ordered the establishment of a military investigation committee to investigate the incident.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:32:43 GMT
Israel sees spike in PTSD and suicide among troops as war against Hamas, Hezbollah persists
Israeli studies show that the Gaza war and conflicts in Lebanon and Syria have taken their toll on the mental health of soldiers.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:53:36 GMT
Israeli woman indicted for working with Hamas, spreading false terror information online
The suspect allegedly assisted fictitious Hamas profiles throughout the world spread false information online, in order to sow fear among Israeli society.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:08:08 GMT
At least 27 injured as bus overturns on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat
None of the injured were evacuated for further medical treatment, according to the MDA paramedics, cited by Ynet.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:57:28 GMT
Deni Avdija nears Portland Trailblazers NBA return following injury
Portland forward Deni Avdija is close to returning after missing one game with lower-back soreness, as his strong season keeps him in the All-Star conversation.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:55:12 GMT
Maccabi Tel Aviv survives derby, State Cup quarterfinals set
Derbies, upsets, and penalty drama, the Israel State Cup delivers again as Maccabi Tel Aviv, Jaffa, and Bnei Yehuda advance to the quarterfinals.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:52:19 GMT
Israel's Manor Solomon enjoying life playing for Fiorentina
Israeli winger Manor Solomon was unveiled as a Fiorentina player, discussing his move to Serie A, differences between leagues, and his focus on football rather than politics.

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 02:37:08 GMT
Mexican authorities extradite Roy Cuzin to Israel in UTrade investor fraud case
Israel’s State Attorney's Office confirmed the extradition of Roy Cuzin from Mexico in the UTrade investor fraud case.

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:26:17 GMT
A-G shoots down Levin's most recent attempt to get rid of Supreme Court Chief Justice Amit
Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara concluded that Justice Minister Yariv Levin's attempt to file a disciplinary complaint against Chief Justice Isaac Amit "lacks legal validity."

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:39:19 GMT
Who's pulling the strings? Haredi parties draft bill tactics ahead of Iran war - analysis
As the coming weeks unfold, shifting dynamics to advance the draft bill will likely reveal who is really pulling the strings.

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