Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber Offers Weekly Torah Reflection on Parashat Chukat

Politics·3m ago

Trump says Netanyahu support is likely, but not guaranteed

Donald Trump said he is very likely to back Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel’s next election, but he has not given a final endorsement. He also criticized Netanyahu as needing to be more rational, while Likud has shelved a pro-Trump campaign amid weak polling and public criticism.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

General·5m ago

Man Seriously Injured in Stabbing in Umm al-Fahm

A man in his 30s was seriously injured in a stabbing in Umm al-Fahm. Magen David Adom teams evacuated him to HaEmek Hospital in Afula.

Ynet

Tech·8m ago

Rockstar Opens Preorders for GTA VI on June 25

Rockstar Games said Grand Theft Auto VI preorders will open on June 25 through digital stores and selected retailers. The announcement comes nearly 13 years after GTA V and after years of rumors, leaks and delays.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center

World·9m ago

Taliban begins smashing smartphones under sweeping new ban

The Taliban is enforcing a wide smartphone ban for government workers and its members in Afghanistan, with confiscations and public phone-smashing reported. The restrictions are unevenly applied and in some areas have been extended to civilians, women, students, teachers and health workers.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center

Politics·10m ago

Trump Defends Iran Agreement, Says Critics Should Be Grateful

Donald Trump defended the U.S. agreement with Iran in a Truth Social post on Thursday. He said the deal leaves Iran unable to get nuclear weapons and claimed it has boosted markets, jobs, and prices. He ended by telling critics and the public, “Be thankful!”

Srugim

General·11m ago

Family of missing girl Haimanut Kassa calls public rally after 844 days

Haimanut Kassa’s family and the committee seeking her return will hold a march and rally in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, June 24. The event, marking 844 days since her disappearance, aims to keep public attention on the case and pressure authorities for answers.

Srugim

Security·13m ago

Weapons Found Hidden Inside Hebron Tahini Factory in Joint Raid

Israeli police and IDF troops raided a tahini factory in Hebron on Thursday after intelligence indicated weapons were hidden there. They found a pistol, ammunition, magazines and M16 parts, and arrested a 37-year-old Hebron resident suspected of possessing them.

Now 14

Politics·14m ago

Hegseth Warns NATO Is a 'Paper Tiger' and Says U.S. Will Reassess Europe Commitment

Pete Hegseth told NATO defense ministers in Brussels that the U.S. will review its troop deployment in Europe over the next six months. He said the alliance needs a major reset, accused Europe of relying too heavily on Washington, and called NATO a "paper tiger."

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

Politics·19m ago

Netanyahu Reaffirms U.S. Ties While Vowing to Keep Israel’s Security Buffer in Lebanon

Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the Knesset inauguration of Highway 60 in Gush Etzion, also called the Bible Route. He emphasized maintaining close ties with the United States, keeping Israel’s security buffer in southern Lebanon, and preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% center

World·19m ago

Raja Ampat’s Hidden Wildlife Shows Why It Is Called the Last Paradise on Earth

Raja Ampat in Indonesia is presented as a remote biodiversity hotspot, with rare sharks, manta rays, and orchids found nowhere else or rarely elsewhere. Scientists have documented unusual behavior and new species there, reinforcing its nickname, “the last paradise on Earth.”

Walla

World·19m ago

Ukraine launches its largest drone attack yet on Moscow, causing fires and airport shutdowns

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began, hitting targets around the capital, disrupting airports, and causing fires. Russia reported at least 17 injuries, one death in Rostov region, and threatened major retaliation. Zelensky said the strike responded to Russia’s attack on Kyiv and called for diplomacy.

Channel 13·+5 outlets · 67% center

Economy·21m ago

A Costly Housing Scheme, Hidden Gaza Trade, and the Search for More Gas

The article attacks Israel’s Price for the Resident housing scheme as an expensive policy that helps few people while pushing prices up for everyone else. It also criticizes secrecy over Gaza-linked trade and says Israel must accelerate gas exploration to avoid future energy shortages.

Globes

Security·22m ago

Police Release Video of Officer Assault During Highway 4 Protest

Police released video of a detective being attacked during the clearance of a Haredi protest on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak. A 26-year-old Bnei Brak resident was arrested, questioned, and had his detention extended by Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court. The protest blocked a major highway, caused heavy traffic disruption, and left two officers injured.

Walla·+3 outlets · 50% center

Politics·22m ago

Marco Rubio’s silence on the Iran deal fuels speculation inside the Trump administration

Marco Rubio has privately opposed President Donald Trump’s new Iran framework but has stayed silent in public, drawing attention to his grim appearance at Trump’s announcement in France. The deal gives Iran immediate sanctions-like relief, while Iran only makes limited and temporary commitments on nuclear issues and Hormuz tolls. Vice President JD Vance is leading the sales effort and is expected to sign the agreement in Switzerland.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·23m ago

Jerusalem launches three-month cultural program in neighborhood shopping centers

Jerusalem is launching dozens of cultural and leisure events in neighborhood shopping centers over roughly three months. The city says the initiative will support local businesses, strengthen community life and bring family activities closer to home.

Srugim

World·24m ago

NATO Chief Says 30,000 to 35,000 Russian Troops Are Dying Each Month in Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Russia is losing 30,000 to 35,000 soldiers a month in Ukraine. He called the figures “very impressive.”

Kikar HaShabbat

Politics·24m ago

Silman Defends Netanyahu, Attacks Bennett in Podcast Interview

Environment Protection Minister Idit Silman told a podcast this week that the U.S.-Iran Versailles deal is bad, but she would not frame it as Netanyahu’s failure. She defended her political break with Naftali Bennett, praised Sara Netanyahu, and said Israel must rely on itself.

Walla

Security·25m ago

Defense Ministry Chief Says Iraqi Militias and Houthis Pose a Real Threat to Israel

Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram said Iraqi militias and Yemen’s Houthis are a real threat to Israel. He warned they can infiltrate by land and said the eastern sector is now the most sensitive security front.

Kikar HaShabbat

General·25m ago

Security Flaw Let Outsider Hijack FIFA World Cup Broadcast Systems

A researcher called Bob the Hacker says he found a major FIFA security flaw that could have let anyone control World Cup broadcast systems. FIFA reportedly fixed the issue after being alerted, but has not publicly addressed the matter.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center

Sports·25m ago

Maksim Plakushchenko joins Hapoel Ramat Gan, criticizes Maccabi Netanya exit

Maksim Plakushchenko has joined Hapoel Ramat Gan after three seasons at Maccabi Netanya. He said injuries, limited playing time, and a season-ending breakup by email pushed him out, while he still believes he has several years left in his career.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

General·26m ago

Jerusalem District Court Buckles Under a Surge in Cases and Netanyahu Trial Load

Jerusalem District Court is facing record pressure from a surge in civil filings and the time-consuming Netanyahu trial. The backlog has been worsened by vacant judgeships and the absence of a registrar, while new terror-victim lawsuits tied to October 7 have flooded the court.

Globes

Politics·26m ago

Bennett and Lapid Hold Urgent Unity Meeting After Poll Drop

Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid convened an urgent Thursday meeting in Ra’anana with Yesh Atid lawmakers and Bennett’s candidates after a sharp poll drop. The alliance fell from 23 to 17 seats in a Kan News survey, while Gideon Sa’ar’s party rose to 21 seats.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

World·28m ago

Israeli Ambassador Says Iran Is Unlike Any Other Country, Urges Limits on Missiles and Nuclear Program

Israel’s ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, pushed back Thursday against Donald Trump’s comments on Iran’s ballistic missiles. He warned that Iran is unlike other states, urged a total stop to Iran’s nuclear advance, and called for ballistic missiles and Hezbollah in Lebanon to be addressed in talks.

Srugim

General·29m ago

Israeli Standards Authority Warns Parents to Stop Using Popular Stroller Immediately

Israel's Standards Commissioner warned parents to stop using the Stroller Plus 4 in 1 Premium Stroller, model G308, after tests found major safety failures. The stroller, sold under the ANGELS brand and made by ZhongShan E-V Baby Daily Products Co. Ltd., was marketed in 2024 and 2025 and is banned from sale in Israel.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning

Politics·31m ago

High Court urges new, clean vote on Michael Ravivlo’s state comptroller bid

The High Court proposed that the Knesset hold a fresh, clean vote on attorney Michael Ravivlo’s appointment as state comptroller. It questioned the legality of camera use in the secret ballot and said the Knesset must reply by Sunday, while largely setting aside the conflict-of-interest issue.

Calcalist·+10 outlets · 60% center

General·34m ago

Woman Slightly Injured in Jerusalem Car Crash

A two-car crash at a Jerusalem intersection left a 35-year-old woman lightly injured. United Hatzalah teams treated her at the scene.

Kikar HaShabbat

General·34m ago

19-Year-Old Worker Moderately Hurt in Fall at Factory Near Ashdod

A 19-year-old worker was moderately injured in a fall from height at a factory near Ashdod on Monday at 3:42 p.m. He suffered a head injury and was taken by Magen David Adom to Assuta Hospital.

Kikar HaShabbat

General·35m ago

Israel’s chief rabbis back police with new halachic guide for operational dilemmas

Israel’s chief rabbis met police rabbinate officials and Border Police this week to discuss halachic guidance for operational policing. They launched a new volume in the “Hafkadeti Shomrim” series, which addresses wartime and field questions faced by officers, including issues from the “Swords of Iron” war.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

Security·36m ago

Israel Treats Eastern Border as Its Most Sensitive Security Front

Israel's Defense Ministry says the eastern border has become its most sensitive security zone. At a strategic workshop today, Director General Amir Baram warned that changing regional militant threats, including Iraqi militias and the Houthis, require urgent strengthening of the frontier.

Srugim

Sports·36m ago

Referees’ chief says personal lawsuit is meant to pressure Israel basketball officials

Israeli referees chief Assi Shalem reacted sharply to Ofer Yanai’s personal lawsuit against referees during the Hapoel Tel Aviv, Maccabi Tel Aviv final series. Shalem denied wrongdoing, said the timing was meant to pressure officials, and promised a detailed court response within 10 days.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

Sports·36m ago

Referees’ chief says he expects a response after Ofer Yanay’s lawsuit

Asi Shalem, head of the Israeli Referees Association, responded on Sport 5 to Ofer Yanay’s personal lawsuit against referees during the Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Tel Aviv playoff final series. He denied corruption, said the timing was meant to pressure referees, and promised a court response within 10 days.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center

Culture·40m ago

Actor Ofer Hayon Names His First Son in Tribute to His Late Father

Ofer Hayon and his wife Omer Khalif marked their first son’s brit milah at Theodor in Herzliya and revealed his name, Atti Oz. The name combines a biblical reference and a tribute to Hayon’s late father, Ezra.

Srugim

Security·41m ago

German report says Turkish spying is Berlin's most active foreign threat

A leaked German parliamentary report says Turkey’s MIT is one of the most active foreign intelligence threats in Germany, especially in Berlin. It cites espionage, cyber operations, disinformation, sabotage, pressure on opponents abroad, and suspected targeting of Kurdish and anti-Erdogan figures.

Channel 13

Security·43m ago

Former Mossad Chief Yossi Cohen Reveals Details of Major Covert Operations and Blasts October 7 Failure

Yossi Cohen said Mossad’s covert operations helped stop Iran from reaching nuclear weapons, including the theft of its nuclear archive and sabotage inside Iran. In a Le Point interview, he also described the pager operation against Hezbollah, defended espionage, and criticized Israel’s October 7 intelligence failure.

Behadrei Haredim

Sports·44m ago

Inside Dallas’ futuristic World Cup stadium, where the screen can steal the game

A Walla Sport reporter visiting AT&T Stadium in Dallas before England vs. Croatia described it as a futuristic, almost spaceship-like venue. He highlighted its climate control, grass-growing technology, giant suspended screens, and the “Jerry World” nickname tied to Jerry Jones.

Walla

Security·46m ago

Senior 36th Division deputy commander wounded in Lebanon was once awarded for Gaza heroism

The deputy commander of the 36th Division was moderately wounded Wednesday in southern Lebanon and was identified as a past recipient of a major-command citation for heroism in Gaza. The 2007 citation described him charging a militant at close range, absorbing a grenade blast, and continuing to fight until the attacker was killed.

Arutz Sheva

Economy·47m ago

Rami Levy to Sell Cars Through Its Discount Retail Network

Rami Levy Stock will start selling cars at its Pardes Hanna branch in partnership with Dahom Motors and BAIC. The launch includes 12 models, a first batch of 100 cars, and a BAIC EU5 electric sedan priced below 100,000 shekels, with deliveries due in August.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning

Politics·48m ago

Ben-Dr. Avishai Ben-Haim Criticizes Bennett's Outreach to Mizrahi Voters

Naftali Bennett’s new video, "Restoring Hope," has reignited debate over ethnic tensions in Israeli politics. Dr. Avishai Ben Haim criticized Bennett’s outreach to Mizrahi voters as stereotypical and patronizing, while saying he does not believe Bennett hates Mizrahim.

Srugim

Economy·49m ago

Shimon Gershon Launches Fintech Platform for Renters Without Deposits

Shimon Gershon has launched Direct Guarantees, a fintech platform for renters that offers online rental guarantees without a deposit. The company says it has raised 12 million shekels, works with several real estate firms, and is pursuing a partnership with Phoenix Smart.

Mako·+3 outlets · 100% center

Economy·50m ago

Israeli Online Shopping Rebounds as Summer Travel and Swimwear Drive Demand

Israeli online shopping recovered in May, led by travel, marketplaces and summer-related purchases such as swimwear. International sites rose much faster than Israeli ones, while AliExpress, Booking.com, KSP and the big Israeli airlines featured prominently in the rankings.

Globes

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