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Politics·6m 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·8m 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·10m 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·12m 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·14m 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·14m 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·14m 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·16m 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·19m 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
Politics·20m ago

Trump and Netanyahu Grow Frustrated in Tense Calls Over Iran and Lebanon

The Wall Street Journal says recent Trump-Netanyahu calls have become tense over Lebanon, Iran, and military strategy. Trump reportedly told Netanyahu to stop blowing up buildings, while Netanyahu pressed him on how Washington would verify Iran’s compliance.

Kan News·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·23m 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·26m 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·26m 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·27m 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·28m 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·29m 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·29m 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·32m 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·34m 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·34m 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·38m 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·41m 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
Security·42m ago

Couple Shot Dead in Kfar Qasim in Suspected Land Dispute Killing

Khaled Jamal and his wife were shot dead Thursday morning in Kfar Qasim while driving to work. Police say the suspected motive is a seven-year family land dispute that resumed after a reconciliation deal expired.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
World·43m ago

Israeli Man Held in Cyprus on Attempted Murder Suspicion After Ayia Napa Club Fight

A 21-year-old Israeli was arrested in Cyprus and remanded for eight days on attempted murder suspicion after a nightclub fight in Ayia Napa. Police say he and another Israeli were involved in a stabbing that injured four people, including two security guards. A knife was seized at the scene, and a second Israeli suspect was arrested in hospital.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 75% center
Security·47m ago

Declassified Knesset records show Rabin warned months before Entebbe hijacking

The Knesset Archive has declassified committee minutes showing that Yitzhak Rabin warned in March 1976 about a possible hijacking-for-prisoners scheme involving detainees in Kenya. Three months later, the Air France hijacking to Entebbe unfolded with the same prisoners among the demands, and later committee sessions show Rabin urging secrecy and expressing doubt about an Israeli rescue.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
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Original
Security16:48 · Jun 16

U.S. intelligence says Iran can block the Strait of Hormuz at will

Religious
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The story · English

U.S. intelligence assesses that Iran now has the ability to shut the Strait of Hormuz whenever it chooses. The assessment says this capability is a powerful leverage tool, described as "more powerful than nuclear weapons."

The article gives no further operational details, but the implication is that Tehran could use the strategic chokepoint to threaten global shipping and pressure its adversaries. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important maritime passages for energy transport.

The report presents the capability as existing now and available for future use, not as a hypothetical possibility. No timing, official response, or additional context is provided in the source beyond the intelligence evaluation.

Read the original at Kikar HaShabbat