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Security·8m ago

Bus Driver Indicted in Death of Teen at Haredi Protest Near Kiryat Gat

Southern District prosecutors indicted Moshe Nadav, a Metropolin bus driver from Rehovot, over the January 20 death of 16-year-old Naftali Tzvi Kramer near Kiryat Gat. The indictment says Nadav kept driving on Route 3533 despite protesters blocking his lane and passengers urging him to stop, until he struck Kramer.

Ynet
Economy·10m ago

Bank Hapoalim Tops Ad Rankings as World Cup Spending Jumps Past NIS 170 Million

Bank Hapoalim returned to the top of Globes and Geocartography’s ad rankings with a dollar-rate freeze campaign. World Cup fever pushed weekly TV ad spending from NIS 126 million to NIS 177 million, led by Kia, McDonald’s and FlyCard. Wolt, BYD and Clal Insurance also featured in the week’s major campaigns.

Globes
Economy·13m ago

Super-Pharm Slashes Lego Prices for World Cup Promo

Super-Pharm Online has launched a World Cup-themed Lego sale through June 30, with some sets temporarily becoming the cheapest in Israel. Prices vary by item, some rivals remain lower, and the retailer has also opened free Lego World Cup activity zones for children.

Ynet
Sports·15m ago

Real Madrid Eyes Michael Olise With a Potential €220 Million Bid

Marca says Real Madrid is preparing a massive move for Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise, with an upper limit of €220 million. Bayern is reportedly unwilling to sell, while Real may offload players, including possibly Aurélien Tchouaméni, to create space for him.

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General·15m ago

Jerusalem hotel kosher supervisors hold fifth annual study day in Kinar

Kosher supervisors for Jerusalem hotels met at the Kinar Hotel for their fifth consecutive annual study day. The event, led by Rabbi Shmuel Malul, focused on improving supervision standards, and Rabbi Hanananel Sham Tov said he wants to move their employment to the Jerusalem religious council pending new legislation.

Kikar HaShabbat
Health·16m ago

Jerusalem supermarket chain fights closure over baby food anesthesia scandal

A Jerusalem court heard arguments over closure orders on two supermarket branches after sedative substances were found in Prinoq baby puree linked to hospitalized infants. The chain denied responsibility, blamed possible sabotage or contamination elsewhere, and asked to limit the shutdown to baby-food sections, while the state defended the broader order as necessary for public health. The judge is expected to rule Friday.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Politics·21m ago

Vance Defends Iran Deal, Tells Israeli Ministers to Offer an Alternative

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance defended Washington’s Iran deal in a New York Times podcast interview published June 18, 2026. He said it differs from the 2015 JCPOA by mandating destruction of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, and he pushed back sharply at Israeli ministers Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich. Vance said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had not criticized the deal and may know its details.

N12·+5 outlets · 67% center
General·23m ago

Secrecy, Rabbinic Power Moves, and High-Profile Weddings in This Week’s Jewish Media Roundup

A weekly Haredi gossip roundup reports a guarded crisis over a rebbe’s health and a quieter reshuffle of gabbais at another Hasidic court. It also catalogs dozens of political, rabbinic, and entertainment appearances at weddings, study sessions, and blessings in Israel and abroad. The issue closes by listing the site’s five most-read stories of the week.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·24m ago

Defense Ministry chief warns of possible Houthi ground infiltration from the east

Amir Baram warned that the Houthis or Iraqi militias could attempt a ground infiltration into Israel from the eastern border. The report says the Houthis have trained for such scenarios, including drills simulating attacks in Israel and the deployment of fighters to southern Syria.

N12·+2 outlets · 67% center
Sports·25m ago

Sergi Roberto to Leave Como After Two Seasons Amid Contract Stalemate

Sergi Roberto will leave Como after two seasons following failed contract-extension talks. The 34-year-old played a reduced role this season because of injury and limited starts, though he helped the club earn promotion and Champions League qualification.

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Security·28m ago

Hezbollah Denies Israel Has Taken Strategic Ali Taher Ridge in South Lebanon

Hezbollah denied an Israeli military claim that the IDF controls the strategic Ali Taher ridge and nearby Tbeineh in southern Lebanon. The group said Israeli forces have spent four days trying to advance there with artillery support, and called the ridge a serious matter for Hezbollah.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·29m ago

Netanyahu Says Israel Will Keep Security Buffer in Southern Lebanon

Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will keep its security buffer in southern Lebanon and not withdraw while security needs require it. Speaking at a Route 60 ceremony in Gush Etzion, he also said Israel has weakened Hezbollah, will keep blocking Iran from getting nuclear weapons, and vowed Israel will stay in the land forever.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 50% center
Politics·32m ago

Poll Shows Ganz Equal to Netanyahu as Coalition Slips

A Time Israel poll conducted by Taktika Research and Media on June 18, 2026, shows Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar tying Likud at 23 seats, with Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition bloc falling to 50 seats. The opposition rises to 70 seats, while several parties, including Religious Zionism and Blue and White, fail to cross the threshold.

Srugim
Economy·34m ago

Rami Levy to Sell Chinese Electric Cars for 100,000 to 165,000 Shekels

Rami Levy stores will start selling 12 BAIC vehicles in Israel in August, with display at the Pardes Hanna stock branch and sales across the chain. Prices range from 99,999 shekels for the BAIC EU5 to 165,000 shekels for select ArcFox models, with commercial FOTON vehicles also included. BAIC says buyers will get the car within 48 hours after paying a reservation fee and completing financing.

Ynet·+5 outlets · 50% center
General·36m 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
Sports·38m 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.

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Security·39m ago

Poland Moves to Secure a Permanent U.S. Military Base

Poland has approved formal steps toward a permanent U.S. military base on its territory, hoping to replace the current rotating troop presence. The proposal follows months of uncertainty, including a halted U.S. deployment and later talk of sending 5,000 additional American troops to Poland.

Now 14
Economy·43m 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
Security·43m ago

Israel Sues Killers of Soldier Moshe Tamam for About 2 Million Shekels

Israel has sued four convicted terrorists, and the estate of one dead defendant, for about 2 million shekels over the 1984 kidnapping and murder of soldier Moshe Tamam. The state wants to recover payments made to Tamam’s bereaved parents and future expenses, arguing the killers should bear the costs of their crime.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
Politics·47m 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·50m 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·54m 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·56m 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.

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Security13:57 · 1h ago

Police Release Video of Officer Assault During Highway 4 Protest

Center
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
The story · English

A day after clashes on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak, police on Thursday released footage showing a detective being attacked while officers were clearing protesters. The suspect, a 26-year-old Bnei Brak resident, was arrested at the scene, questioned, and later jailed after his interrogation. On Friday morning, Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court extended his detention by one additional day.

According to police, the incident happened while officers were trying to remove protesters who had blocked traffic. A detective and a police officer attempted to move a protester lying on the road and stopping vehicles. Police said another protester approached from behind, grabbed the detective, and pulled her forcefully.

The officer was injured in the assault, required medical treatment, and was evacuated for care. The confrontation took place during a Haredi protest held Wednesday morning on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak.

Dozens of demonstrators blocked one of Israel’s main traffic arteries, causing severe disruption across the central region. During the road clearance, clashes erupted between protesters and police and included stun grenades, mounted police, and other crowd-control measures. Five suspects were arrested, and two police officers were injured and needed medical treatment. Police said they view any attack on officers very seriously and will continue acting firmly against lawbreakers who strike public servants.

Read the original at Walla