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Politics·4m ago

WSJ: Trump and Netanyahu Had Tense Calls Over Iran and Lebanon

The Wall Street Journal says Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have had increasingly tense calls in recent weeks over Iran and Israel’s military actions in Lebanon. Trump reportedly pressed Netanyahu to stop bombing buildings and worried about the economic costs of further conflict. Despite the disputes, the White House and Netanyahu’s office said the two remain in regular contact.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 67% center
Culture·4m ago

Channel 14’s flagship show slumps in prime time without Yinon Magal

Channel 14’s flagship show, "The Patriots," dropped to 5.3% in prime time and lost to major competitors. In the news bulletins, Channel 11 led with the Portugal vs. DR Congo World Cup 2026 match, while Channel 14’s main news finished second among traditional news channels.

Srugim
Politics·5m ago

Gallant Urges Replacing U.S. Military Aid With Joint Investment Model

Yoav Gallant called for ending U.S. military aid to Israel and replacing it with a joint investment model. In an op-ed in The Free Press, he said the current aid system no longer matches Israel’s role as a major arms exporter and argued that the money benefits U.S. industry and military capabilities.

Ynet
Politics·9m ago

Trump and Iranian President Sign Electronic Memorandum of Understanding

Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an electronic memorandum of understanding overnight Thursday. The reported deal includes lifting the U.S. naval blockade on Iran, major sanctions relief, Iranian commitments on the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear restraints, and a final agreement within 60 days.

Channel 13·+3 outlets · 50% center
Security·11m ago

Former Navy Chief Warns Israel to Prepare for a Long Fight With Iran

Eliezer Marom warned that Israel should prepare for repeated wars with Iran lasting days or weeks. He criticized a developing ceasefire deal involving Lebanon and Iran, the US role in it, and Israel’s decision-making, while arguing that renewed fighting may be better than the agreement.

Srugim
Sports·13m ago

World Cup group-stage picture sharpens after opening round

After the first round of the 2026 World Cup group stage, three points and a positive goal difference may be enough to advance. Sweden, Cape Verde, and Australia improved their chances, while Spain, Portugal, Senegal, Turkey, and Iran faced more difficult paths.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·15m ago

Can perfume be carried in a pocket on Shabbat?

Rabbi Benyamin Huta answers a Shabbat halacha question on Kikar HaShabbat about putting perfume in a clothing pocket. The issue is whether the scent absorbed into fabric counts as creating a new smell on Shabbat.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·17m ago

Against Waiting for the Messiah, and for Doing the Work

A Hebrew opinion column argues that Israeli messianic thinking, from the army to national politics, encourages passivity and excuses failures. It says Israel should replace expectations of a savior with practical action, stronger local governance and more public participation.

Calcalist
Economy·17m ago

CyberArk Founder Says Sale to Palo Alto Was Right, If Painful

CyberArk founder Udi Mokady says the company’s $25 billion sale to Palo Alto Networks was painful but necessary. He described the AI-driven rationale for the deal, the February 2026 layoffs that followed, and his new life after leaving the company.

Calcalist
Politics·17m ago

How AI Could Shape and Distort Israel’s Next Election

The article warns that Israel’s next election could be flooded by AI-driven disinformation and personalized persuasion. It cites Slovakia’s 2023 election as an early example and says AI will make both fake evidence and tailored political messaging cheaper and harder to stop. In Israel’s exhausted postwar climate, the main defense is learning to recognize these influence campaigns.

Calcalist
Culture·19m ago

Universal’s Jurassic World Sequel Becomes the Most Expensive Film Ever Made

Universal’s “Jurassic World: Dominion” was revealed to be the most expensive film ever made, costing about $658.8 million. The COVID-19 pandemic drove up costs, though British tax rebates reduced Universal’s net spend to about $531 million. Despite earning just over $1 billion worldwide, the film needed digital, home-video, and merchandising revenue to become profitable.

Ynet
World·22m ago

Hormuz Reopens on Paper, but Shipping Firms Say the Real Test Is Ahead

Iran and the United States announced a ceasefire memorandum and said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen immediately after more than 100 days of war. Shipping experts say the reopening will be slow and uncertain because of possible mines, hidden vessel traffic, and congestion.

Globes·+2 outlets
General·26m ago

A Tearful Encounter Becomes a Lesson in Jewish Connection and Outreach

Rabbi Natanel Darmon describes a tearful meeting with an Israeli worker in Europe who felt cut off from Hebrew, family, and Jewish identity. He uses the story, the red heifer, and the anniversary of the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s passing to argue for proactive Jewish outreach.

Arutz Sheva
Economy·29m ago

Hawkish Fed Tone Pressures Wall Street as Asian Markets and Futures Rebound

Asian stocks were mixed, U.S. futures rose, and Wall Street looked set for a rebound after the Fed kept rates at 3.75% but sounded hawkish. The message drove Treasury yields higher, pressured most sectors, and boosted rate-sensitive market expectations, while oil, the dollar, and crypto also moved on macro and geopolitical developments.

Globes
Tech·29m ago

Noam Shazeer Leaves Google Again for OpenAI

Noam Shazeer is leaving Google for OpenAI, ending a brief return after his 2024 comeback. He was a top Gemini leader and a key Google AI figure, and his move underscores the intense fight for AI talent.

Calcalist
World·29m ago

Iranian source says Gaza could affect U.S.-Iran understanding

An Iranian source close to the talks said Gaza remains relevant to the atmosphere of understandings between Washington and Tehran. He warned that escalation in Gaza or Lebanon could destabilize any political deal and said implementation will determine success.

Ynet
Sports·31m ago

Beitar Jerusalem Hopeful on Weissman, Skeptical on Dor Peretz

Beitar Jerusalem is waiting on Shon Weissman’s decision in the next few days and believes he would return to the club if he comes back to Israel. The team is also pessimistic about Dor Peretz, while seeking extra tickets for the away match against AEK Larnaca and preparing for the second leg in Romania on July 30.

Walla
Sports·32m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv prepares for Game 2 of the finals, stressing unselfish play

Maccabi Tel Aviv enters Thursday's Game 2 of the playoff final at Menora Mivtachim Arena up 1-0 after a 96-75 win. Jimi Clark and Oshae Brissett are expected to be fit, while Lonnie Walker should miss a fifth straight game. Iffe Lundberg said Maccabi must stay defensive, move the ball and keep playing unselfish basketball.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
General·32m ago

Why Israel's Education System Is Called the Most Dangerous Monopoly

An opinion column says Israel's state-run education system is a harmful monopoly that should be privatized. It argues that vouchers, more school autonomy and performance-based pay would improve teaching, reduce bureaucracy and better serve students.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·35m ago

Avi Gilad openly admits on air: “I was wrong”

Avi Gilad admitted live on television that he had been wrong, in a candid exchange with co-host Yair Sherki. He said he had projected wishful thinking onto reality, referring mainly to Donald Trump and at times Benjamin Netanyahu.

Srugim
Health·37m ago

Genetic Testing Is Transforming Epilepsy Care

Genetic testing and precision therapies are reshaping epilepsy care, especially for children with severe, drug-resistant disease. Doctors can now identify specific causes such as SCN1A, GLUT1, and TSC, and use targeted treatments instead of only trying drugs one by one.

Ynet
Politics·37m ago

From Altalena to 'little by little': Rabbi Tzvi Yehuda's lesson on Jewish unity

An Israeli essay reflects on the Altalena affair and Rabbi Tzvi Yehuda Kook’s response to it. It argues that his teaching that redemption comes “little by little” means patiently uniting broken pieces of reality into one whole. The piece says that lesson remains relevant amid today’s national frustration and division.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·41m ago

International Sushi Day Inspires an Easy Salmon and Avocado Roll Recipe

On June 18, International Sushi Day, Master Chef shared a simple kosher recipe for salmon and avocado sushi rolls. The guide includes ingredients, step-by-step preparation, a tip for handling rice, and a reader giveaway for a זוגי meal at Miuka in Mamilla.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·44m ago

Reports in Argentina Link Messi's Tears to His Father's Health

Argentina say Lionel Messi's tears after scoring a World Cup hat trick came from concern over his father Jorge's health, not football. Jorge Messi, 68, has reportedly faced a serious medical problem for months, with a recent worsening. Neither Messi's camp nor Argentina has confirmed details.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
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Sports13:45 · Jun 16

Israeli Flag in Viral Stadium Photo Amid Iran-New Zealand Match

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Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The story · English

A photo from the Iran vs. New Zealand match at the 2026 World Cup sparked confusion online after it appeared to show an Israeli flag displayed alongside Iranian and Palestinian flags. The game took place overnight between Monday and Tuesday, and the image quickly circulated on social media.

The article says the presence of politics at the tournament is unavoidable because Iran is participating. In the same stadium, fans also displayed the Iranian Lion and Sun flag, which is banned from stadiums, but still appeared during the match.

On closer inspection, one image shows a woman wearing a shirt with the Lion and Sun emblem holding the Israeli flag. The report says she is likely an Iranian woman opposed to the current government. The Lion and Sun was Iran's national flag before the Islamic Revolution.

Additional stadium photos reportedly showed more Israeli flags alongside the pre-revolution Iranian flags. The piece does not report any official response or consequence from the match organizers.

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