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Security·7m ago

IDF Operations Officer Says Reservists Will Keep Carrying the Load

A senior IDF Operations Directorate officer said reservists will continue serving heavily because the security situation has changed. She said earlier limits on reserve duty were broken out of necessity and that the army is still planning its next moves.

Srugim
Security·9m ago

IDF Developing Defenses Against Hezbollah Explosive Drones

The IDF is developing responses to Hezbollah’s explosive drone threat. Options being considered include specialized split ammunition, shotguns, and protective vehicle nets. The goal is to limit damage and casualties.

Arutz Sheva
Economy·11m ago

Mango Season Opens With Severe Crop Collapse and Rising Prices Expected

Israel’s 2026 mango season is opening with a severe crop failure, with official estimates at only about 30% of orchard potential. Growers expect much higher prices after spring weather damage, and a first mango shade-house has been installed at Kibbutz Masada to help future harvests.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·12m ago

Three Toy Story Moments That Still Make Fans Cry

With Toy Story 5 opening in Israel, the article ranks the franchise’s three most emotional scenes. The top moments are Jessie’s backstory, the furnace sequence, and Andy’s farewell to his toys in Toy Story 3.

Srugim
Sports·13m ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv tries to close gaps in Timokwo Diawara talks

Hapoel Tel Aviv is negotiating with Reims winger Timoko Diawara and has already agreed a 1.5 million euro transfer fee with the French club. The main remaining issue is Diawara’s contract terms, while the club also prepares alternatives and has been drawn against Ludogorets in Conference League qualifying.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·14m ago

A Day in the Golan: Cherry Picking, Lavender, Wine and Stuffed Pitas

A food-and-travel feature tours the Golan Heights, from cherry picking at Bustan Bereshit to lavender, wine, a daily-changing stuffed pita, a spring, and a local farm shop. The route highlights seasonal produce, small producers, and scenic stops around Ein Zivan, Afik, and Avnei Eitan.

Globes
Sports·14m ago

Maccabi Netanya Looks to Move Junior Diordanja On

Maccabi Netanya wants to offload Junior Diordanja after an underwhelming season and use the foreign-player slot for another signing. The club is also seeking loan moves for Saba Khvadagiani and possibly Omri Shamir.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·15m ago

IDF Chief Signals Mixed-Gender Tank Service Could Extend Into Combat

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir is advancing a pilot to place women in tank crews, starting with the November draft. The report says he did not rule out mixed-gender service in combat, prompting a major backlash from 36 hesder yeshiva heads who say Armored Corps service is halakhically forbidden.

Now 14·+6 outlets · 57% center
Security·16m ago

Rafael Unveils Drone Defense for Iron Dome Batteries

Rafael unveiled Iron Wasp, a new drone-defense layer for Iron Dome batteries and armored forces. The system, based on SpearUAV technology, is meant to counter explosive and fiber optic drones that evade standard electronic warfare.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
World·16m ago

Iranian Official Says Lebanon Truce Hinges on Full Israeli Withdrawal

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei said a final deal depends on a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon and a halt to military activity there. He warned that otherwise the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding will be void and nuclear talks will stall.

Now 14
Sports·18m ago

Maksim Plakushchenko Set to Join Hapoel Ramat Gan

Hapoel Ramat Gan is set to announce the signing of midfielder Maksim Plakushchenko, who is leaving Maccabi Netanya. The club has also agreed terms with Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Sharif Kiof, pending his release.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·20m ago

Israel Braces for Lebanon Pullback Amid Alarm Over U.S.-Iran Deal

The IDF is preparing for a possible end to its Lebanon operation after a U.S.-Iran memorandum that includes a ceasefire clause covering Lebanon. Israeli officials warn against linking Lebanon and Iran, oppose involving Syria, and say any Israeli withdrawal will depend on a deal that protects Israel's interests.

N12·+3 outlets · 75% center
Politics·23m ago

Analyst Says Qatar, Not Pakistan, Drove the US-Iran Deal Behind the Scenes

Yoni Ben Menachem said Qatar, not Pakistan, secretly pushed the U.S.-Iran understanding, and that economic interests outweighed security concerns. He warned the deal could weaken Israel by easing sanctions, affecting Lebanon, and allowing Iran to keep key nuclear assets. Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tehran is negotiating from a position of strength.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·27m ago

After Injury Layoff, Lior Kasa to Start Season with Maccabi Haifa

Maccabi Haifa will open preseason training next week, with injured midfielder Lior Kasa returning to full work after being sidelined since September. Fellow midfielder Amit Arzi is also expected to start with the club before likely going on loan.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·27m ago

Treasury Drafts Next Budget Push on Insurance Brokers, Tax Breaks, and New Levies

Israel’s Finance Ministry is preparing a major 2027 budget package that could revive reforms on insurance broker pay, financial regulation, and tax breaks. The ministry is also planning new taxes and cuts to offset soaring defense spending and protect Israel’s fiscal position.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Security·28m ago

Ukrainian Immigrant Who Saved a Soldier in Combat Dies in South Lebanon

Alexander Filin, a 29-year-old reservist from Haifa who immigrated alone from Ukraine, was killed in a southern Lebanon operation. He had previously saved a fellow soldier by neutralizing an attacker at a checkpoint and had received the President’s Award.

Now 14·+11 outlets · 55% center
Culture·29m ago

How to Make Sushi Rolls at Home Without Falling Apart

The article gives a simple home recipe for sushi rolls on International Sushi Day. It explains the ingredients, rice preparation, rolling method, and cutting technique needed to make a fresh roll in about 20 minutes of active work.

Srugim
Politics·30m ago

Filber Says Netanyahu Will Choose Clash With Trump Over Withdrawal From Lebanon

Shlomo Filber said on Channel 14 that Netanyahu will not agree to withdraw from Lebanon, even if that leads to a clash with the United States. He tied the assessment to the new U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding and said Israel is determined to preserve its security gains in the north.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Sports·34m ago

Ivana Knoll returns to the World Cup spotlight in Croatia colors

Ivana Knoll returned to the 2026 World Cup spotlight at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, drawing heavy attention in Croatia colors. The 33-year-old model, influencer and DJ posted widely shared content from the match, as fans and critics debated her role in football’s biggest tournament.

Walla
World·35m ago

Travelodge Apologizes After Guests See 'Free Palestine' Message on Hotel TVs

Travelodge apologized after Jewish guests at its London Manor House hotel saw a “Free Palestine” message on their room TVs on June 3, 2026. The company said it reported the incident to police, opened an internal investigation, and will take further steps to prevent a repeat.

Walla·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Economy·43m ago

Lowering Buyer Tax Won't Bring Property Investors Back, Writer Says

An Israeli opinion article says cutting purchase tax on investment apartments will not revive the housing investor market. It argues that investors have shifted away because of high interest rates, higher financing costs and better alternatives, and that their exit is shrinking rental supply and raising rents.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·46m ago

England’s best version yet under Tuchel and Kane’s leadership

England beat Croatia 4-2 in one of the World Cup’s most dramatic matches, with Harry Kane scoring twice and embodying the team’s work rate. The article says Thomas Tuchel has made England more active and creative, building on Gareth Southgate’s broader transformation. It argues this was England’s best version in years, though a long path still remains.

Mako
Sports·46m ago

England’s Best Version Yet Arrives in Commanding World Cup Win Over Croatia

England beat Croatia in a tense 2026 World Cup opener, powered by Harry Kane’s brace and relentless pressing. The article credits Thomas Tuchel’s influence for a more dynamic England, while praising Kane’s leadership and sacrifice. It says the result showed England’s best version in years, though the road ahead remains long.

N12·+3 outlets · 100% center
General·48m ago

Nova survivor finishes Bar-Ilan degree with honors after returning to studies

Ofeq Barbibi, a 27-year-old Bar-Ilan University graduate from Herzliya, received his degree in computer science and artificial intelligence with honors and a 92 average. He said the path back to school was shaped by surviving the Nova festival attack on October 7, 2023, losing a close friend there, and getting personal support from the university. He now works full time at Check Point and spoke publicly about the experience for the first time at the graduation ceremony.

Ynet
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Economy05:31 · 1h ago

Former Israeli footballer Shimon Gershon launches digital rental guarantee startup with NIS 12 million investment

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Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
The story · English

Former Hapoel Tel Aviv, Beitar Jerusalem and Israel national team player Shimon Gershon has launched a new business venture called "Arabuyot Yashir". According to Calcalist, the digital platform is designed to let apartment renters provide landlords with a rental guarantee online, quickly and without needing to deposit cash or arrange a bank guarantee.

The company charges tenants 6.5% of the guarantee per year. Gershon said he founded the business with an investment of about NIS 12 million and owns all of its shares.

The report says Gershon has been active in business since retiring from football. His holdings and investments have included cafes, real estate, and a hotel in Tel Aviv. In parallel, he has also written children's books and become increasingly involved in the business world.

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