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General·5m ago

Two-Year-Old Seriously Hurt in Jerusalem Car Strike

A two-year-old child was moderately injured after being hit by a car on Sulam Yaakov Street in Jerusalem. Magen David Adom is evacuating the toddler to Shaare Zedek Medical Center.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
Economy·6m ago

Rami Levy enters car sales with BAIC models in its stores

Rami Levy, Rami Levy Stock and Daham Motors will sell BAIC cars in Rami Levy branches in Israel. The first phase will center on ARCFOX EVs, with some models already in stock and delivery promised within 48 hours. Imports may initially be limited to 400 vehicles a year because some models still await full European approval.

Globes·+3 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Sports·8m ago

Trae Young Reportedly Turns Down $48.9 Million and Could Reset the NBA Market

Trae Young is expected to decline a $48,967,380 player option after a brief stint with Washington. The report reviews his career, including four All-Star selections, 2021 Eastern Conference finals run, and possible landing spots such as Milwaukee, Portland, Miami and Washington.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·13m ago

Justice Ministry advances bill to protect credit card fraud victims

Israel’s Justice Ministry is advancing a bill to broaden refund protection for credit card fraud victims, including cases where secret codes were obtained by deception. The proposal also creates anonymous information sharing on fraud methods, and will next seek ministerial approval.

Globes
Politics·14m ago

State Sues Killers of Soldier Moshe Tamam for Nearly NIS 2 Million

Israel’s State Prosecutor filed a civil suit in Haifa seeking about NIS 2 million from the convicted killers of soldier Moshe Tamam. The state wants to recover compensation paid to Tamam’s bereaved parents, as well as future payments, from the attackers and the estate of the cell leader who ordered the murder.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Politics·16m ago

Former Yesh Atid Russian-language campaign chief joins Liberman's party

Yisrael Beytenu said on Thursday that Miki Fishman, formerly a senior Yesh Atid Russian-language campaign official, has joined the party. Fishman also endorsed Avigdor Liberman for prime minister, calling him the strongest leader for Israel’s current challenges.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·20m ago

Netanyahu Sets a Cautious Line as Trump Pressures Israel Over Iran

Netanyahu is reportedly preparing a cautious response to expected U.S. pressure from President Trump over Iran policy. Israel says it will cooperate where possible but keep freedom of action on security matters, and does not expect a full U.S.-Iran nuclear deal.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Economy·24m ago

Doron Offer sells Bnei Zion estate for about NIS 40 million

Doron Offer has sold his Bnei Zion estate for about NIS 40 million, nearly three decades after buying the land and building a large villa there. The sale reflects a wider retreat by wealthy residents from central Sharon estates toward Tel Aviv penthouses or homes abroad.

Globes
Sports·26m ago

FIFA Backs Referee's Decision Not to Send Off Messi

FIFA has endorsed Szymon Marciniak’s refusal to send off Lionel Messi during Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria. Former referee Rafał Rostkowski said the tackle was not serious enough for VAR intervention or a red card.

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

Pakistan and Iran Leaders Speak for First Time Since Memorandum Deal

Pakistani media reported that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian for the first time since a Washington-Tehran memorandum of understanding was signed. Sharif congratulated Pezeshkian, Iran’s leadership, and the Iranian people on the success of the contacts.

Ynet
Security·29m ago

Russia Threatens Major Strikes on Ukraine After Massive Drone Attack on Moscow

Russia warned Ukraine of imminent large-scale strikes after 555 drones launched from Ukraine were intercepted over Moscow overnight. Zelensky confirmed a refinery attack and defended it as retaliation, while the G7 moved toward licensing missile and air-defense production in Ukraine.

Kan News·+6 outlets · 71% center
Sports·30m ago

Ivory Coast Forward Elye Wahi Blocked From Entering Canada for World Cup Match

Canadian immigration authorities have blocked Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi from entering Canada for a World Cup match against Germany. The refusal is linked to an ongoing investigation into suspected match-fixing and illegal betting, while past sexual misconduct allegations against him have also resurfaced.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% center
Politics·32m ago

Trump says he is likely to back Netanyahu in the upcoming election

Donald Trump told Kan News he is very likely to back Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming election. He said he still wants to see who else is running, called his relationship with Netanyahu good, and said he is willing to meet him.

Ynet·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Security·33m ago

Senior Police Officer Under Investigation Removed for 15 Days

A senior Israeli police officer questioned under caution in the witness-harassment case tied to the Prison Service commissioner has been removed from duty for 15 days. The article says the move is temporary and that the investigation is being handled by Mahash.

Channel 13·+3 outlets · 50% center
Health·34m ago

Police Have Not Ruled Out Tampering in Baby Fruit Purée Case as More Parents Report Symptoms

Police and the Health Ministry are investigating whether baby fruit purée sold as Prינוק was tampered with after toddlers became apathetic and tested positive for a sedative substance. Three more parents from Tiberias, Holon and Rishon LeZion have now reported similar symptoms. The importer says the products are safe, while police have not ruled out deliberate contamination.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Sports·35m ago

Yanai Says the Systems Are Broken After Fan-Hoard Incident

Ofer Yanai, owner of Hapoel Tel Aviv, criticized the official handling of a fan confrontation involving Jalen Hoard before the teams’ second game. He said the fan did not curse, attacked the reports as inaccurate, and called the system broken.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·35m ago

Rockstar Reveals GTA 6 Cover as Preorders Near After 13-Year Wait

Rockstar Games unveiled the official cover for GTA 6 and said preorders start on June 25. The game is scheduled for release in November 2026 on PlayStation and Xbox after two delays. It returns to Vice City and other Florida-inspired locations.

N12·+4 outlets · 80% center
Politics·40m ago

Versailles Deal Raises Questions Over Who Really Lost the War

A Channel 14 commentary says a June 2026 Versailles agreement with Iran may have turned Tehran from outcast to victor. It argues the U.S. and Israel are withdrawing and paying costs, while Iran survives and may have learned that terrorism brings rewards.

Now 14
World·43m 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·44m 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
Security·47m 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.

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Culture12:44 · 2h ago

New Film Tells the Story of Amona Hirak’s Loss and Posthumous Birth

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Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
The story · English

A new short film, "Good News," tells the story of Amona Hirak, the widow of Yosef Yehuda, who learned she was pregnant while her husband was fighting in the Gaza Strip. She shared the joyful news with him, but he was killed in combat just one day later.

The film was made as part of the final film project at Ulpanat Beharan. It is named after the couple’s son, who was born after his father’s death.

The film was directed by Chava Friedman. Tehila Wertheim handled cinematography, and Shira Zenber was the editor.

Read the original at Arutz Sheva