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Politics·4m ago

Bennett Calls for New State Comptroller Vote After High Court Ruling

Naftali Bennett urged the Knesset to hold a new vote for state comptroller after the High Court questioned Michael Ravillo’s election. The court said the secret ballot had been compromised and asked for a fresh, proper vote by agreement.

Srugim·+10 outlets · 60% center
Politics·5m ago

Republican senators split over Trump’s Iran deal

Senator Bill Cassidy sharply condemned Donald Trump’s agreement with Iran, calling it a disastrous foreign policy move. Senator Lindsey Graham, however, signaled support for the deal as a possible step toward regional stability and expanded Arab-Israeli normalization.

Kikar HaShabbat
General·9m ago

The small cooking mistakes that can ruin a perfect cholent

A Hebrew food guide says cholent usually fails because of small cooking mistakes, not the recipe. It advises moderate water, fatty meat, browning, careful layering, limited stirring, gentle heat, and keeping the pot closed.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·10m ago

20-Year-Old Woman Attacked in Azor After Being Followed Down Street

A 20-year-old woman was attacked Thursday morning in Azor by a man she did not know. Security footage shows him following her, grabbing her, knocking her down, and then fleeing after she screamed for help. She later filed a police complaint for an indecent act.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·11m ago

MK Malkieli Pushes Parliamentary Probe Into Police Violence at Haredi Protests

Uri Maklev is promoting a parliamentary inquiry into alleged police brutality against Haredi protesters. The motion could gain unusual cross-party support when it reaches the Knesset next week. The debate is being framed as both a test of coalition discipline and a response to complaints of selective enforcement.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·14m ago

Portland cools on a Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster

Portland is reportedly backing away from a possible trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Trail Blazers, which had once considered offering four first-round picks, now believe he is unlikely to commit long term in Portland.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
World·14m ago

Hegseth Orders Review of U.S. Forces in Europe and Pressures NATO Allies to Pay More

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a six-month review of America’s military presence in Europe and is pressing NATO allies to take greater responsibility for their own defense. Washington has already cut back standby assets for NATO, while European officials warn a rapid U.S. withdrawal would be dangerous.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·16m ago

Former 8200 Chief Says Trump Exposed Intelligence Sources

Former Unit 8200 commander Hanan Gefen accused Donald Trump of exposing sensitive intelligence in a recent speech about the killing of Qassem Soleimani. Gefen also said the most difficult issues in U.S.-Iran talks, including uranium enrichment, missiles and proxies, were deferred to the next 60 days.

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Health·18m ago

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit Undergoes Successful Lung Transplant

Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit underwent a successful lung transplant and is recovering in Oslo. The 52-year-old, who was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, had recently been placed on the transplant waiting list after her condition worsened. She is expected to stay in hospital for several weeks.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·21m ago

Tolados Moshe Rebbe Rebukes News Lines and Newspapers at Closed Gathering

At a Hasidic gathering in Beit Shemesh, the Tolados Moshe Rebbe denounced newspapers and news lines as distractions from serving God. He also urged stronger concern for helping others, and the event ended with dancing and blessings.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·21m ago

Three Bnei Brak Businesses Ordered Shut After Police Raid

Police in Bnei Brak shut three businesses after a raid uncovered four undocumented workers and suspected drugs. Tel Aviv District Police Commander Haim Sargaroff signed 30-day closure orders effective from June 17 to July 16, 2026.

Now 14
Security·22m ago

IDF Orders Maximum Readiness for Possible Strike on Iran

The IDF has ordered maximum readiness for possible escalation with Iran or Hezbollah, including a potential strike on Iranian territory. The report also says US refueling aircraft remain a sensitive issue at Ben Gurion Airport, where talks are underway to relocate them to military bases.

Srugim
Politics·32m ago

Israel Prepares for Months of Pressure Under a Potential Trump Reversal

Israel is preparing for months of intense political pressure from a possible Trump administration shift, especially over constraints on military action. Netanyahu is pursuing a cautious “yes where possible, no where necessary” approach while insisting Israel will act independently to protect its security, including in southern Lebanon.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·35m ago

Bennett and Lapid Hold Emergency Meeting After Poll Collapse

Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid held an emergency campaign meeting in Ra’anana after a Kan News poll showed their alliance falling from 23 to 17 seats. The same poll put Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar! ahead of them with 21 seats for the first time.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·36m ago

Haredi parties threaten to block state comptroller vote over daycare law

Ultra-Orthodox parties are threatening to oppose Michael Ravello’s bid for state comptroller unless the coalition passes the daycare subsidy law. The warning followed Thursday’s High Court hearing and renewed tension with the government over draft and welfare legislation.

Walla
Sports·38m ago

Maksim Plakuschenko Signs with Hapoel Ramat Gan

Hapoel Ramat Gan announced the signing of midfielder Maksim Plakuschenko, who left Maccabi Netanya and chose the newly promoted club after speaking with coach Mesay Dego. The club also has an agreement in place for Maccabi Haifa goalkeeper Sharif Kiof, pending his release.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·41m ago

Herod’s Vast Pool Reopened at Herodium in Ceremony Marking Heritage Push

Herod’s giant pool at Herodium in Gush Etzion was inaugurated in a ceremony attended by U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee, Minister Amichai Eliyahu, and other public figures. Eliyahu said the restoration is part of a broader effort to reclaim and highlight Jewish heritage sites in Judea and Samaria.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·42m ago

Netanyahu Tries to Use Trump Allies to Amend Iran Deal Terms

CNN reported that Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to use Trump-aligned figures, including Mark Levin and Republican senators, to pressure the White House over the Iran deal. Israel wants to change the Lebanon clauses and avoid any commitment to end the fighting there immediately and permanently.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% center
Politics·42m ago

Shas MK Visits Prison 10 Amid Arrests of Haredi Draft Evaders

Shas MK Moshe Abutbul visited Prison 10 on Thursday and met about 10 detainees, saying the party is backing them and working to halt the arrests. The visit followed protests over draft evader arrests, and the detainees said they were encouraged by Aryeh Deri’s efforts.

Now 14
General·49m ago

Kiryat Shmona Businesses Honor Murdered Prison Service Officer with Tribute Song

On the second anniversary of Yochai Avni’s murder, his mother released a memorial song built from his last words and life motto. Businesses and artists from Kiryat Shmona volunteered to produce the song and video, despite the war in northern Israel. Avni, a prison service officer and dog handler, was killed in a stabbing attack at his home in Givon HaHadasha on July 7, 2024.

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Politics·50m ago

Transport Minister Pushes to Freeze Fare Indexation Before Elections

Israel’s Transport Ministry says Miri Regev is seeking to end automatic fare indexation for public transport, a move that could freeze prices before the elections. The decision would need broader government approval, while a planned July 1 fare update has now been delayed.

Calcalist·+2 outlets · 50% center
General·52m ago

Haifa panel to review new Druze town, with Yavor Junction leading the shortlist

Haifa’s district planning committee will review next week a long-delayed plan for a new Druze town, with Yavor Junction currently ranked highest among five possible sites. The proposal envisions about 1,000 homes on 600 dunams, while the same article also reported strong demand for land near Route 6 and new Ramat Gan renewal approvals.

Globes
Health·54m ago

Worker badly hurt in fall near Sapir Junction, evacuated by helicopter

A man in his 30s was seriously injured after falling from a height while working near Sapir Junction in southern Israel. Magen David Adom evacuated him by helicopter to Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, where he was sedated, ventilated and listed in stable condition.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·55m ago

Barcelona Worries Rashford’s World Cup Form Could Price Him Out of a Move

Marcus Rashford’s goal for England at the World Cup has boosted his value and complicated Barcelona’s hopes of keeping him. Barcelona had let its 30 million euro buy option expire, while Manchester United now wants a permanent sale and values him at about 46 million euros. Rashford wants to stay, but his future depends on Barcelona meeting United’s terms soon.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·56m ago

Supreme Court Signals Fresh Vote on State Comptroller Election

Israel’s High Court suggested that the Knesset redo its election for state comptroller because of concerns over vote secrecy. Justice Noam Sohlberg said the panel may issue a show-cause order and gave the parties until Sunday to respond.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·59m ago

Seven More Charged Over Bat Yam Lynching from Operation Guardian of the Walls

The Tel Aviv District Court filed a combined indictment against seven more defendants over a Bat Yam lynching during Operation Guardian of the Walls. Judge Sarit Zamir said most acted from nationalist and racist motives and convicted them of terrorism-related offenses. The attack targeted Saeed Musa of Ramla, who was severely injured after being pulled from his car and beaten by a mob.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Politics·1h ago

Rabbi Yaakov Medan Slams ‘Basic Law: Torah Study’ as a Distortion of Judaism

Rabbi Yaakov Medan denounced the proposed Israeli “Basic Law: Torah Study” as a distortion of Torah values because it honors study without requiring observance or action. He said the law should also have tied Torah scholarship to commandment keeping, military duty in a “milchemet mitzvah,” and public sanctification of God’s name.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 67% center
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Israel Women Draw Switzerland in World Cup Playoff Path

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Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The story · English

Israel’s women’s national football team has been drawn against Switzerland in the first round of the Women’s World Cup qualifying playoff, with a route still available to reach the 2027 tournament in Brazil. Israel finished third in its League B group, which sent it down to League C in the UEFA Women’s Nations League but also earned it a place in the World Cup playoff system.

The draw, held on Thursday, paired Menachem Koretzky’s side with a tough opponent. Switzerland has already appeared in two World Cups and finished first in Group B2 ahead of Turkey, Northern Ireland and Malta. Israel had known it could face either a team relegated from League A or a League B winner, making a difficult matchup likely.

The playoff tie will be played over two legs, home and away, with Switzerland hosting the second leg as the higher-seeded team. The winner will advance to the final playoff round, where it will meet the winner of Austria against Kosovo. From that stage, seven of the eight winners will qualify directly for the 2027 World Cup, while the lowest-ranked winner will still need to play an intercontinental playoff.

The first playoff round is scheduled for October, and the second round will take place at the end of November and the beginning of December.

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