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General·5m ago

Jerusalem Faction Files Complaints to Police Investigators Over Protest Policing

A Haredi group tied to the Jerusalem Faction is filing complaints to Mahash over police conduct during yesterday’s Route 4 protest. The demonstration, against the arrest of a yeshiva student who refused enlistment, led to clashes, injuries, arrests, and major traffic disruption in Gush Dan.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·6m ago

Knesset legal adviser says there is no evidence of a directive to film lawmakers

At a High Court hearing on petitions against Michael Ravilo’s appointment as state comptroller, the Knesset’s legal adviser denied there was any evidence lawmakers were told to film themselves. Attorney Itzhak Bart said officials checked the matter, received denials, and had only rumors, not proof.

Ynet
Politics·9m ago

Reserve Duty Demands Stability From the State Too

Oral Yosef says Israel’s reservists keep answering duty while the state fails to provide stable constitutional rules. He argues that a “thin constitution” is needed to restore trust, limit unilateral power, and create a durable framework for political conflict.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·12m ago

Shmicha Friedman Releases New Version of "Shamil" for 3 Tammuz

Shmicha Friedman released a new version of the Chabad tune "Shamil" for 3 Tammuz, the yahrzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The performance sets to music words from Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson’s 1951 remarks, a phrase long used by Chabad Hasidim to express longing and hope for redemption.

Arutz Sheva
Culture·12m ago

Herodium’s Pool Reopens in a Heritage and Tourism Milestone

Herod’s Pool at Herodium was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by senior Israeli officials, local leaders, and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee. Speakers framed the project as a historic heritage and tourism milestone and said it would lead to further restoration work, including Solomon’s Pools.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·16m ago

Netanyahu Pays Tribute to Reservist Alex Filin Killed in South Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eulogized reservist Alex Filin, who was killed by an explosive device in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu said Filin had a strong sense of mission, Zionism, and love for Israel, after immigrating from Ukraine and serving in Nahal and the reserves.

Ynet·+11 outlets · 55% center
Tech·19m ago

Dream Raises $260 Million at $3 Billion Valuation to Sell Sovereign AI to Governments

Dream, founded in 2023 by Shalev Hulio, Sebastian Kurz and Gil Dolev, raised $260 million at a $3 billion valuation. The Israeli company is selling sovereign AI and cyber platforms to governments and critical infrastructure operators. It says the new funding supports its push to give states independent control over AI systems and data.

Ynet·+1 outlet
Sports·20m ago

Ibrahima Konaté Completes Real Madrid Move Through 2030

Real Madrid announced the signing of French defender Ibrahima Konaté from Liverpool on Thursday. The 27-year-old signed through 2030 as part of José Mourinho's new project. Konaté joins after five years at Liverpool and 28 caps for France.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·24m ago

Truck Driver Charged in Fatal Gas Station Runover After Argument

Michael Cohen, a 55-year-old truck driver from Haifa, was indicted Thursday for negligent homicide after fatally hitting 81-year-old Gabi Kamin at a gas station near Nir Banim. Police say the deadly incident followed an argument that started inside the station’s convenience store and continued outside.

Channel 13·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·24m ago

Tourism Industry Sees Narrow Window to Bring Visitors Back to Israel

Israel’s inbound tourism industry says easing travel warnings in several countries may create a short window to revive foreign visits. Officials want urgent government action, including aviation incentives and a coordinated recovery plan, before the opportunity fades.

Now 14
General·30m ago

A Column Argues That Jewish Difference Is a Strength, Not a Problem

A Hebrew opinion column argues that Jewish people are inherently different and that accepting those differences is essential to unity. It uses Purim and biblical references, plus a recent sheva berachot celebration, to show that diversity can be a source of shared joy.

Srugim
Sports·30m ago

Portugal Draw Sparks Criticism of Ronaldo and Martinez

Portugal drew 1-1 with the Republic of the Congo in the 2026 World Cup, prompting criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Roberto Martinez. Ronaldo was ineffective, while Martinez said he still liked the team’s attitude and insisted it must improve.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·34m ago

Ben Shapiro Says Emerging Iran Nuclear Deal Is a Total Capitulation

Ben Shapiro said an emerging U.S.-Iran nuclear memorandum is a surrender that abandons key American goals. He argued it fails to halt enrichment, leaves missiles and terrorism unaddressed, and gives Iran sanctions relief and economic gains.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·42m ago

Near-Sellout Expected for Game 2 of the Tel Aviv Derby

Hapoel Tel Aviv will host Maccabi Tel Aviv in Game 2 of the playoff final tonight at 8:50 p.m. Maccabi lead the series 1-0 after a 96-75 win in Game 1. About 9,000 fans are expected at Menora Mivtachim Arena.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center
Economy·43m ago

Binance Faces Possible EU Ban as Licensing Bid Nears Rejection

Reuters reported that Binance is likely to lose its authorization to serve customers across the EU after its licensing bid is expected to be rejected. If confirmed, the move would block the crypto exchange from operating across the bloc starting in July and could affect millions of European users.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·47m ago

Naama Lazimi's Old Blondes Look Resurfaces Online

A resurfaced Instagram post shows MK Naama Lazimi with blond hair years before her current look. The article traces her Labor Party rise from Haifa politics and says she later entered the Knesset despite Labor winning only seven seats in 2021.

Walla
Sports·48m ago

Omer Peretz says he did not expect Hapoel Petah Tikva’s budget to rise

Omer Peretz said Hapoel Petah Tikva’s budget did not rise for the new season, despite expectations. In a Sport 5 interview published June 18, 2026, he discussed last season’s playoff success, summer transfer speculation, and the influence of his late father, Viki Peretz.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·49m ago

Rabbi Nachman: The Red Heifer Teaches Us to Find Our Inner Good

A Hasidic commentary on the red heifer says its lesson is to find the good point within yourself. The article argues that self-judgment softens through favorable self-assessment, which leads to purity, repentance, and spiritual rise. It also warns against both despair and arrogance.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·49m ago

Ukraine Strikes Moscow and Tightens Pressure on Crimea

Ukraine carried out a major drone attack on Russia, hitting a Moscow-area refinery and disrupting flights at the capital’s airports. At the same time, Ukraine stepped up pressure on Crimea by striking supply routes, worsening fuel and goods shortages there.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·50m ago

Germany Starts 2026 World Cup in Style, But Questions Remain

Germany began the 2026 World Cup with a 7-1 rout of Curaçao, but the article says the team still faces a long rebuilding road after 12 years of disappointment. It highlights coach Julian Nagelsmann, Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz as the main reasons for optimism.

Ynet
Security·50m ago

Second Complaint Filed Against Gaur Levy Over Secret Filming of Young Woman

A second complaint was filed against Gaur Levy, a 25-year-old Tel Aviv resident already under investigation for alleged rape and secret filming. His lawyer denied the accusations, while police said the inquiry is in its final stage and that store cameras supported one filming allegation.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·51m ago

Jerusalem Bars Turn World Cup Viewing into Citywide Festival

Jerusalem is turning 16 bars into World Cup viewing hubs with screenings, events, panels and prizes. The city is also offering a digital fan passport and a grand prize trip to Euro 2028. Officials say the project is meant to boost local businesses and create a shared citywide football experience.

Now 14
Sports·56m ago

Dor Peretz Travels to Croatia to Consider Dynamo Zagreb Offer

Dor Peretz has flown to Croatia to consider a stronger offer from Dynamo Zagreb as contract talks with Maccabi Tel Aviv stall. Maccabi improved its bid to about $430,000 a season, but that is still far below his current salary and the Croatian offer, while Beitar Jerusalem has also entered the race.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% center
Politics·56m ago

Sukkot Visits Kafr Aqab School, Says Terror-Linked Schools Should Lose Funding

Under heavy security, MK Zvi Sukkot visited a school in Kafr Aqab, north Jerusalem, and locals threw stones at him. He said schools teaching Palestinian Authority materials that incite terror should be shut down and cut off from Israeli state funding.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·59m ago

Trump blasts right-wing Iran critics as 'fools,' points to market gains

Donald Trump attacked conservative critics of his Iran policy, calling them fools and using market gains and falling oil prices to defend his approach. The comments came after a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and amid criticism that the deal is too soft on Iran’s nuclear program.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
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Security08:41 · 1h ago

Police Air and Ground Chase Ends in Arrest of 16-Year-Old Quad Rider in the Negev

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

A dramatic police chase in the Negev ended this week with the arrest of a 16-year-old from the Bedouin encampments, a resident of the Dhnafi tribe, after he rode a quad bike without a helmet and without a driver’s license. Police said the teen drove recklessly in a way that endangered passersby and tried to flee when officers spotted him during enforcement activity in Bedouin areas.

According to the police, ground units began pursuing him, while a police helicopter directed the search from the air. The chase continued until officers located him and caught him after a foot pursuit. He was later taken for questioning at the Segev Shalom police station in the Rotem area.

Investigators found that the suspect had never obtained a driver’s license. He was issued a summons to juvenile court as part of the traffic proceedings against him, and the quad bike he had been riding was seized and impounded for 30 days.

Police said the move is meant to prevent further dangerous use of the vehicle and to deter similar offenses. The arrest is part of an ongoing campaign by Southern District police and the Yoav Unit against serious traffic violations, illegal driving, and disobedience to police orders that endanger public safety and road users. Police added that they will continue using operational and technological tools, including combined air and ground forces, to track suspects in open and remote areas.

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