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General·3m 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·4m 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
Security·15m 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·15m 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·17m 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·18m 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
General·19m ago

New Upgraded Campus Inaugurated for Derech Shalom in Givat Yearim

Derech Shalom inaugurated its new dormitory and treatment complex in Givat Yearim at a large celebration attended by rabbis, lawmakers and families. Speakers praised the yeshiva’s individualized educational approach, and guests toured the new campus facilities before an evening of study, singing and dancing.

Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·21m ago

Israeli Film Day Draws Record 140,000 Moviegoers

Israeli Film Day, organized by the Culture and Sports Ministry, drew a record estimated 140,000 moviegoers across Israel on Wednesday. “Kupa Rashit, The Movie” led ticket sales with about 100,000 admissions. Minister Miki Zohar said the turnout showed strong public demand for Israeli cinema and pledged continued support for creators and wider cultural access.

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Security·24m ago

Bereaved Father Calls to Ban Any International Force Near Israel's Border

Izik Pitousi, a bereaved father and Gvura Forum board member, called for keeping all international forces out of the northern border zone. He said UNIFIL soldiers are allegedly helping Hezbollah and Radwan and insisted Israel alone must control its security.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·25m ago

Netanyahu Says Israel Must Keep Security Buffer in Lebanon After U.S.-Iran Understanding

Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel must maintain its security buffer in southern Lebanon and keep pressure on Iran after a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding. Speaking at a Highway 60 inauguration ceremony, he stressed calm relations with the United States while insisting that Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·26m ago

Bus and Train Fare Hike Pushed Off Until After the Next Election

Miri Regev and Bezalel Smotrich have delayed a planned public transport fare hike from June 25 to January 2027, after the next election. The article says the move, along with plans to end fare index-linking, shifts the cost burden to the state while leaving major service problems unresolved.

Walla·+3 outlets · 67% center
Sports·29m ago

League chief says Hoard incident damaged the league’s image

Israel Basketball League chairman Ari Steinberg said Jalen Hoard’s confrontation with a Hapoel Tel Aviv fan hurt the league’s image. His remarks came ahead of Game 2 of the finals, after Maccabi Tel Aviv took a 1-0 lead in Game 1.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·29m ago

Cornerstone Laid for New Hekhal Moshe Yeshiva Building in Beit Shemesh

A cornerstone was laid for the new Hekhal Moshe youth yeshiva building in Beit Shemesh at a ceremony with leading rabbis and public figures. Speakers included Rabbi Shaul Gabay, Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, and Rabbi Yaakov Palvani, who marked the occasion with Torah remarks and a Shehecheyanu blessing.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·32m 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·33m 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
Politics·34m ago

Vance Defends Emerging Iran Deal, as Netanyahu Seeks to Shape It Behind the Scenes

JD Vance defended the emerging U.S.-Iran deal, saying Israel cannot solve every security problem by force and that the agreement is built on dismantling Iranian capabilities, not trust. Meanwhile, CNN reported that Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to shape the final deal through U.S. conservative media and Republican allies, while telling Trump Israel is not bound by it.

Channel 13·+3 outlets · 50% center
Politics·35m ago

Ultra-Orthodox Protest to Return to Beit Lid Over Draft Arrests

Thousands of Be'er HaTalmud students and graduates are set to protest tonight at Beit Lid over the arrest of Aviel Cohen, a 22-year-old Netivot resident jailed for draft evasion. The protest follows earlier road blockades and comes amid renewed ultra-Orthodox opposition to arrests of draft dodgers.

Arutz Sheva·+4 outlets · 60% center
General·37m 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·38m 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·39m 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·42m 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·42m 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.

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Politics·43m 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·46m 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·49m 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·49m 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·50m 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
General·54m ago

Bnei Mitzvah Celebration Marks Hope for Nova Massacre Orphan

Elia Avdush, whose parents were killed in the October 7 Nova massacre, celebrated his bar mitzvah on Thursday. The event, organized by One Family, was framed by relatives and supporters as a sign of resilience and renewed hope.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 50% center
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Politics12:44 · 1h ago

Bennett and Lapid Hold Emergency Meeting After Poll Collapse

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Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The story · English

Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid held an emergency meeting on Thursday with all Knesset members from Yesh Atid and Bennett’s candidates at their joint campaign headquarters in Ra’anana. The goal was to steady the campaign after growing talk of internal tension and a possible split, and to present a united front.

According to a report by Shahar Glick on Kan News, the meeting outlined the main principles of the next stage of the campaign, the digital operation, and additional organizational issues. The leaders wanted the unified list to understand the strategy going forward and coordinate its public message.

The urgent gathering followed a sharp shift in a Kan News poll published on Tuesday. In that survey, the Bennett-Lapid alliance dropped from 23 seats to 17, a steep decline from the previous poll.

At the same time, Gadi Eisenkot’s party, Yashar!, gained four seats compared with the earlier poll and overtook Bennett and Lapid for the first time with 21 seats. That result increased internal pressure and helped prompt the emergency meeting.

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