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World·8m ago

Iran sentences singer to 74 lashes for performing without hijab

An Iranian court sentenced singer Parastoo Ahmadi to 74 lashes for performing without a hijab in a 2024 YouTube video. Eight others involved in the performance were also punished, while the ruling came as Iran and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·13m ago

Portugal’s World Cup draw fuels scrutiny over Ronaldo and Martinez

Portugal began its 2026 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Congo, drawing criticism toward Cristiano Ronaldo and coach Roberto Martinez. Reports of Martinez talks to join Al Nassr have fueled conflict-of-interest concerns, and Portugal now needs a win against Uzbekistan.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·18m ago

Former MK Mohammed Barakeh summoned for terror incitement probe

Former MK Mohammed Barakeh has been summoned for questioning after police and prosecutors approved a terror-incitement investigation. The case concerns a December 2022 speech in Ramallah that allegedly praised militants and urged resistance against Israel.

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General·19m ago

Jeff Bezos called The Washington Post his worst investment, book says

A new book says Jeff Bezos told Donald Trump in December 2024 that buying The Washington Post was his “worst investment.” The account links the remark to the paper’s financial losses, its refusal to endorse Kamala Harris, and later large layoffs in 2026.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·23m ago

Ben Gvir Rebukes Vance Over Emerging Iran Deal, Invoking Nazi Comparison

Itamar Ben Gvir publicly attacked U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Thursday over the emerging U.S.-Iran understanding, comparing Iran to Nazi Germany. The exchange underscores sharp differences between the Trump administration and some Israeli ministers over whether the deal improves security or strengthens Iran.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% center
Security·25m ago

Internal Meta Records Show Israel Pressed for Broad War-Related Censorship

Internal Meta documents say Israel pressed the company to remove war-related content about the conflict with Iran, including posts showing missile damage in Israel. Meta often complied, while legal experts questioned the basis for some of the censorship requests and noted Israel's unusually close access to Meta.

Srugim
Security·25m ago

Police investigate daylight sexual assault attempt on 20-year-old in Azor

A 20-year-old woman reported a sexual assault attempt in Azor on Thursday morning, and police are investigating after CCTV footage allegedly showed the suspect following and trying to kiss her. The report also cited a separate indictment in Beersheba against an Indian foreign worker over an alleged indecent act against a 16-year-old in Kiryat Gat.

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Security·26m 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·28m 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·31m 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·33m 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·33m 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·34m 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·39m 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
Sports·41m ago

Decision due Sunday as Dor Peretz weighs Dinamo Zagreb offer

Dor Peretz is expected to decide by Sunday whether to accept Dinamo Zagreb's two-year offer. Maccabi Tel Aviv may improve its bid, but the midfielder could still leave Israel again after touring Zagreb and meeting club officials.

Walla·+4 outlets · 80% center
General·41m 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·42m 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·43m 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·46m 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·47m 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.

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Politics·50m 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·52m 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·54m 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·56m 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·57m 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.

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Economy·1h 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·1h 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.

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Economy14:24 · 1h ago

Oil Prices Fall Further as U.S.-Iran Deal Signals End of Regional Conflict

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The story · English

Oil prices continued to slide on Monday as markets reacted to the apparent winding down of the military confrontation in the Middle East between Iran and the United States. Brent crude was trading at about $76 a barrel, down 3.5%.

West Texas Intermediate, or WTI, was trading at around $73 a barrel, a decline of a little more than 4%. The price move reflected expectations that the conflict may be ending, easing fears of a broader regional disruption to energy supplies.

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