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Economy·10m ago

Tomer Food Raises NIS 14.7 Million in Private Placement After Going Public

Tomer Food, a month after becoming public through a merger with Cepia Vision, raised NIS 14.7 million in a private placement. The company said the money will fund expansion, possible acquisitions, and balance-sheet strengthening, while investors also received warrants that could bring in another NIS 16.4 million.

Calcalist
World·12m ago

Mojtaba Khamenei says he initially opposed the US-Iran deal

Mojtaba Khamenei issued his first written reaction after the US-Iran memorandum was signed, saying he had initially opposed it but approved it after assurances from Iran’s president. The White House confirmed Trump signed the document in Paris, and the agreement took effect immediately.

Kikar HaShabbat·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
World·17m ago

Mojtaba Khamenei backs Iran-US understanding after Pezeshkian pledge

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said he approved the Iran-US memorandum of understanding after President Masoud Pezeshkian pledged to uphold Iran’s position. The agreement was signed remotely overnight, and technical talks are now set to begin in Lucerne, Switzerland, for 60 days.

Walla·+4 outlets · 60% center
General·18m ago

Jerusalem college accused of charging mandatory fees for religious studies

Students at Jerusalem’s Lev Academic Center say they are being forced to pay extra annual fees for mandatory Torah studies. The Council for Higher Education says it has resumed handling complaints, while the college says participation is part of its long-standing religious-academic model.

Channel 13
Politics·21m ago

U.S. sanctions Lebanese figures linked to Hezbollah, citing peace process sabotage

The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions Thursday on Lebanese figures linked to Hezbollah, saying they are obstructing peace efforts in Lebanon and preventing the group’s disarmament. The measures targeted Suleiman Antoine Frangieh and Mohammed Kammati, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Hezbollah must disarm for Lebanon to have a safe future.

Srugim
Culture·21m ago

A Child Felt Invisible in Synagogue, Then Found Himself Seen

A Hebrew religious talk recounts a boy being told to give up his synagogue seat on Yom Kippur and leaving unnoticed. Rabbi Yoav Akrish uses the story, on Gimmel Tammuz, to explain how the Lubavitcher Rebbe saw people others ignored.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·22m ago

Three-Year-Old Critically Hurt After Being Thrown Into Camel Enclosure in England

Cambridgeshire police say a 3-year-old boy was thrown into a camel enclosure and is in critical but stable condition at Addenbrooke's Hospital. A 30-year-old Norfolk man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, while police investigate whether the child was also attacked by animals.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·22m ago

Leaked U.S.-Iran Deal Appears to Give Tehran Major Gains

A Hebrew analysis says a leaked U.S.-Iran deal would heavily favor Tehran, including a U.S. withdrawal from the region and a $300 billion economic program for Iran. It argues that Iran makes only a repeated pledge not to seek nuclear weapons, while Trump gets little back.

Now 14
Politics·23m ago

Hebron Jewish Community Gets Green Light for New Dormitory Building

Hebron authorities approved a long-delayed permit for new dormitories for the Shavei Hebron yeshiva in the city’s Arab market. The project adds 1,027 square meters and 120 beds after 18 years of delays, following Smotrich’s cancellation of the Hebron Accords.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Economy·24m ago

Report: Qatar Tries to Block Rafael’s Deal for a Volkswagen Plant

Reuters reported that Qatar is seeking to block a deal for Rafael to buy a Volkswagen plant in Osnabrück and convert it for Iron Dome production. The report says Qatar would rather keep the German factory from becoming military-linked, while Volkswagen is looking for a long-term solution to preserve jobs.

Walla
Politics·26m ago

U.S.-Iran Deal Sparks Alarm in Israel Over Security Terms

A reported U.S.-Iran agreement is causing alarm in Israel because it would halt fighting on multiple fronts, including Lebanon. The deal would also limit U.S. interference in Iran, while allowing Tehran broad oil exports in exchange for only partial opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Channel 13·+3 outlets · 50% center
Sports·29m ago

New York Erupts as Knicks End 53-Year NBA Title Drought

The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA championship in 53 years with a massive parade in Manhattan on Thursday. Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave the team the keys to the city, while players, fans, and celebrities joined the crowds across downtown New York.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 75% center
Culture·32m ago

Macaulay Culkin Marks Nine Years With Brenda Song

Macaulay Culkin celebrated nine years with Brenda Song in a heartfelt Instagram post. The couple, who met on a film set in Thailand in 2017, have two children and keep a low profile.

Srugim
Security·34m ago

Reserve Brigade Rabbi Says the Hardest Battle Is Burnout, Not Combat

Reserve Brigade 12’s rabbi, Maj. Avichai Epstein, says burnout from repeated reserve duty is the main challenge, not combat. He describes listening to soldiers, supporting bereaved families, and making Shabbat meaningful for troops in the field. He also highlights the burden carried by reservists’ families.

Srugim
Sports·41m ago

Sibari Set for Bayern Move After Passing Medical Checks

Ismael Sibari has reportedly passed his medical ahead of a move from PSV to Bayern Munich. The Moroccan midfielder’s transfer is said to cost about 52 million euros, after a strong season that included 19 goals and nine assists.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·45m ago

U.S. Military Says Naval Blockade on Iran Has Been Lifted

U.S. Central Command said it has formally lifted the maritime blockade on Iranian ports and coastal waters. U.S. ships will stay in the region to ensure the agreement is implemented, while free passage for neutral vessels through the Strait of Hormuz remains protected.

Mako·+5 outlets · 50% center
Health·47m ago

Two more fruit puree cases found as police investigate tainted baby food

Police and health officials are investigating a contamination scandal involving baby fruit puree after Klonex and Lorivan were found in Prino jars sold in two Jerusalem stores. Two additional suspected cases were reported on Thursday in Holon and the Bik'at HaYarden area, and authorities are still tracing how the drugs entered the products.

Channel 13·+10 outlets · 60% center
Politics·52m ago

Route 60 Renamed “The Bible Road” in Israel Heritage Push

Israel has officially renamed Route 60 “The Bible Road” at a ceremony attended by Netanyahu, Regev and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee. The move is part of a broader, billion-shekel infrastructure and tourism push in Judea and Samaria.

Now 14
Politics·52m ago

U.S.-Iran talks open in Switzerland as Israel warns of strategic surrender

U.S. and Iranian negotiators are due to begin talks Friday in Switzerland on implementing a new memorandum of understanding, with uranium enrichment and nuclear monitoring at the center. Israeli officials condemned the deal, while JD Vance and Donald Trump defended Washington’s approach and said Iran must change course to get any compensation.

Channel 13·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·53m ago

Vance Warns Netanyahu Allies Not to Attack Trump

U.S. Vice President Vance criticized members of Benjamin Netanyahu’s government for attacking Donald Trump. He said Trump is the only world leader supporting Israel and added that Israel was built with American money.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·57m ago

After public criticism, Israel authorizes fire in Lebanon’s “yellow line” zone

Israel’s political leadership has approved firing inside Lebanon’s “yellow line” after repeated Hezbollah ceasefire violations and rising IDF casualties. The change follows field commanders’ complaints that restrictive rules left troops exposed, including after five soldiers were wounded by explosive drones.

Now 14
Culture·1h ago

Arzikov and Ella Ayalon Star Together in New BLU Campaign

Ariz Isakov and Ella Ayalon were cast together as BLU campaign presenters. They filmed in a Caesarea villa, where the article says their on-camera chemistry was strong, though no real relationship exists. Ayalon is replacing Diane Schwartz as the brand’s previous spokeswoman.

Walla
World·1h ago

Report: Mojtaba Khamenei Approved Draft of Memorandum of Understanding

The New York Times reported that Mojtaba Khamenei approved a memorandum of understanding and Iran’s Supreme National Security Council then backed it despite hardline dissent. The decision came as Iranian leaders weighed retaliation after an Israeli strike in Beirut and Qatar pressed Tehran to sign before Trump’s patience ran out.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
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Politics16:29 · 1h ago

Defense Minister: Israel Is America’s Only Middle East Ally

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Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
The story · English

In a recent interview with Yaakov Bardugo on the program “Sofshavua,” Defense Minister Katz said that the United States has no other ally in the Middle East besides Israel. His remark was quoted as, “There is no other ally for the U.S. in the Middle East except us.”

The item identifies the interview as having aired on Channel 14 and notes that the defense minister was speaking in that context. No further policy details or reactions were included in the article.

The story is presented as a brief clip-based report, published by Naomi Rachlis moments earlier. It does not say whether Katz was referring to a specific issue, but the central message was his emphasis on the strategic relationship between Israel and the United States.

Read the original at Now 14