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Security·8m ago

Ondas CEO Says Israel’s Security Costs Are ‘Not Normal’ as Defense Buying Spree Accelerates

Ondas, the U.S.-listed defense holding company that bought Airobotics, says it is building cheaper, faster robotics-based security systems for Israel and the West. In his first interview, senior executive Oshri Lugassi defended the company’s rapid acquisitions, denied foreign-control concerns, and said an anti-drone solution for Lebanon could be ready within weeks.

Globes
Politics·10m ago

Gaza Stabilization Force Officers Arrive in Israel as Plan Advances Without Hamas

The Gaza Peace Council says international stabilization-force officers have arrived in Israel and more troops are coming, even though Hamas has not agreed to disarm. A logistics hub is being built at Kerem Shalom, and the operation is proceeding in coordination with Israel and without waiting for Hamas.

Ynet
Security·12m ago

Bus Driver Indicted in Death of 16-Year-Old Near Protest in Southern Israel

Southern District prosecutors have indicted Rehovot bus driver Moshe Nadav for reckless killing in the death of 16-year-old Naftali Kramer near Kiryat Gat. The case stems from a January 20 incident after an ultra-Orthodox protest, and prosecutors are also seeking to suspend Nadav’s license until the case ends.

Ynet
Culture·12m ago

Eshkol Nevo Returns With a New Novel About the October 7 Trauma

Eshkol Nevo has released “The Longest Night,” a novel about Israel’s collective pain after the October 7 massacre. The book appears while the war continues, and Nevo has also met Noga Kimchi, who inspired a central character.

Channel 13
Politics·12m ago

Poll Finds Strong Public Opposition to Trump’s Iran Deal

A News 14 poll published Thursday found that 84% of Israelis view Donald Trump’s deal with Iran as a surrender to Tehran. The survey also showed a split view of Israel’s war against Iran and strong opposition to any U.S.-pressed withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

Now 14
Security·13m ago

Religious schools halt sending students to the IDF Armored Corps

The Association of Hesder Yeshivas said it will stop sending students to the IDF Armored Corps over the integration of female soldiers. The move, backed by prominent rabbis and pre-army academy leaders, could divert hundreds or thousands of students to other units.

Now 14
Politics·15m ago

Mojtaba Khamenei says he backed U.S.-Iran deal despite objections

Mojtaba Khamenei said he personally had reservations about the U.S.-Iran deal but approved it after assurances from Iran’s National Security Council. Iran also published the deal’s terms, while parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf called the agreement a defeat for the United States.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
Politics·19m ago

Poll Shows Netanyahu’s Bloc Still Ahead as Eisenkot Surges

A News 14 poll shows Gadi Eisenkot’s Yashar surging to 20 seats while Naftali Bennett’s Yachad falls to 10. Likud stays the largest party with 33 seats, and Netanyahu leads the prime minister preference question with 45%.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Economy·21m 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·23m ago

Saudi Arabia criticizes emerging U.S.-Iran deal over Strait of Hormuz plan

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud criticized the emerging U.S.-Iran deal and the proposed new system for the Strait of Hormuz. He said the arrangement is unjustified, trust in Iran is still low, and Saudi Arabia wants to restore the prewar situation and rebuild relations carefully.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
World·28m 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·29m 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·32m 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·33m 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·33m 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·34m 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·34m 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·35m 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·38m 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·40m 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·43m 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·45m 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·52m 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·56m 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·58m 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
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Politics16:35 · 1h ago

JD Vance Rebukes Ben Gvir, Says Trump Is Israel’s Strongest Ally

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Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The story · English

US Vice President JD Vance responded Thursday evening to National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir after Ben Gvir proposed war with Iran in answer to a question from Vance about criticism of the Washington, Tehran agreement. Speaking to reporters, Vance told members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government not to attack Donald Trump, saying, “Do not attack the only leader in the world who is standing with you.”

Vance added that if he were in the Israeli cabinet, he would not attack what he called Israel’s strongest and most significant remaining ally in the world. He also pointed to American security support for Israel, saying that in the past three months, two thirds of Israel’s air defense systems, those built and operated to counter threats, were made by the United States and financed by American taxpayers.

“The problem for Israel is not Donald Trump,” Vance said. “Anyone who thinks the American president is the main problem for Israel needs to wake up and understand the reality the country is in.” The exchange reflects the continuing tension over the Iran deal criticism and the public confrontation between senior US and Israeli officials.

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