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Security·7m ago

Israeli Drone Smuggling to Gaza Found to Average About 10 Cases a Month

The IDF has logged 170 drone smuggling attempts from Israel into Gaza over a period described as December 2024 to April 2024, or about 10 a month. Two Bedouin-diaspora suspects were recently arrested near Kibbutz Re'im, while investigators warn the drone smuggling network also appears to involve drugs, prohibited goods, and possibly weapons.

Kan News
Economy·13m ago

Jane Street Emerges From Secrecy to Chase AI Dominance

Jane Street is trying to reinvent itself as a visible AI company while preserving its trading edge. The firm, founded in 2000 and now hugely profitable, has announced major AI investments and plans to expand hiring. Its shift away from secrecy comes amid legal and reputational controversies.

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Politics·15m ago

Temporary Truce Deal Could Become a Roadmap for Iran's Economic Recovery

A 14-clause U.S.-Iran memorandum could quickly restore Iranian oil revenue, unfreeze assets and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The article says a final deal could also lead to at least $300 billion in reconstruction and broad sanctions relief, strengthening Tehran economically.

Calcalist
World·16m ago

Trump Clarifies Hormuz Deal, Says Only the U.S. May Levy Transit Fees

Trump clarified that no transit fees will be charged in the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days, and afterward only the United States may collect them. The announcement followed reports that Iran can block the strait and sparked criticism in Israel and among Jews in the U.S.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center
World·17m ago

Trump Says Middle East States Should Pay U.S. for Protection

Donald Trump said Middle Eastern countries should compensate the United States for its protective role in the region. He said no transit fees should be charged in the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days during a ceasefire, or afterward unless the U.S. imposes them.

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Culture·22m ago

Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich set August 27 wedding in Italy

Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich will reportedly marry in Italy on August 27. The celebration starts August 23 and will be a small, private event for family and close friends. That same day, Emily Damari and Daniel Amit are also set to wed.

Walla·+3 outlets · 75% center
Security·25m ago

Israel Halts Fire in Lebanon Before Capturing Key Hezbollah Position

The article says the United States pressured Israel to stop fighting in Lebanon before the IDF finished taking a strategic Hezbollah position on Ali Tahar ridge. It reports several deaths in recent clashes, a midday Israeli statement threatening renewed force if Hezbollah attacks again, and uncertainty over whether troops will keep advancing.

Srugim
Health·28m ago

Suspected First Case as Israel Monitors Ebola Risk

A man who returned from Congo with symptoms is in isolation at Rambam Hospital in Haifa. The report says Israel is increasing alertness and preparedness because of an Ebola outbreak in Africa.

Arutz Sheva·+8 outlets · 56% right-leaning
Politics·29m ago

White House Weighs Who Benefits Most From a Deal With Iran

The White House is pushing a deal to end the war with Iran, but Reuters reports the main beneficiary could be the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The Guards are said to control much of Iran’s economy, which could complicate any sanctions relief, foreign investment, and U.S. legal exposure.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% center
Politics·29m ago

Lebanon, Not Nuclear Talks, Is Seen as the First Test of the U.S.-Iran Deal

The article says the first major test of the new U.S.-Iran understanding will be Lebanon, not Iran’s nuclear file. Technical talks are scheduled to begin June 21 in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, while fighting and ceasefire violations continue in Lebanon. Washington says any broader deal must also address Hezbollah and regional stability.

Walla·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·32m ago

Shabbat Candles on a Refrigerator Spark Fire in Modi'in Illit Home, Family Escapes

A Shabbat fire in an apartment in Modi'in Illit was caused, in a preliminary probe, by candles placed on a refrigerator. One daughter woke up from the smoke, alerted her family, and they escaped before firefighters extinguished the blaze. Firefighters also responded to a separate electrical fire in another building in the city.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Security·36m ago

Jerusalem police stop 14.5-year-old yeshiva student after dangerous e-scooter ride

Jerusalem police detained a 14.5-year-old yeshiva student after he rode an electric scooter dangerously, ran red lights, and nearly hit pedestrians. Police said he tried to flee and later faced expedited prosecution before being released. The force defended the arrest after partial online video sparked criticism.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·41m ago

Upper Galilee Families Face a Make-or-Break Decision by September 1

Hundreds of families in Kiryat Shmona and other Upper Galilee border communities face a key decision by September 1. Their choice depends on whether the security situation becomes sustainably quiet or remains tense, which could push many to leave.

Arutz Sheva
World·41m ago

Rabbi Yitzchak Meir Hertz, senior Chabad leader in London, dies at 88

Rabbi Yitzchak Meir Hertz, head of Tomchei Temimim in Golders Green and a senior Lubavitch rabbi in England, died Friday evening at 88. He will be buried Sunday in Jerusalem. Hertz founded major Chabad institutions in London and served in several leading rabbinic roles for decades.

Behadrei Haredim
Politics·43m ago

Satirical ‘Dictators’ Party Mocks Israeli Political Rhetoric

This satirical article invents a “Dictators Party” to mock Israeli political rhetoric about power, protest, media control, and discrimination. It strings together real quotes from political figures, security threats, and calls for civil disobedience to criticize authoritarian tendencies across the spectrum.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·45m ago

Inside Trump’s strict White House dress code, according to JD Vance

JD Vance said Donald Trump imposes a strict formal dress code on his cabinet and staff, favoring blue suits, black shoes, and plain ties. Vance said Trump even buys shoes for officials, criticizes those who dress otherwise, and uses clothing remarks to enforce discipline. He also cited Trump’s comments about Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump Jr. as examples.

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Culture·45m ago

How the Baal Shem Tov Saved Two Boys from Harmful Spirits

A Hasidic story says the Baal Shem Tov expelled two mocking spirits that had harmed the children of Rabbi Chaim, the Maggid of Mezeritch. The spirits claimed they were created by improper thoughts surrounding a synagogue cantor and the women who heard him. The Baal Shem Tov subdued them and sent them away to an isolated place.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·51m ago

Author Calls for Massive Israeli Retaliation in Lebanon

An Israeli reserve colonel and former Golani reconnaissance commander argues that Israel should respond to any attack from Lebanon with overwhelming destruction of Hezbollah assets. He says restraint, American pressure, and limited strikes only strengthen Iran and its proxies, and warns that northern communities could effectively be emptied if Israel does not change course.

Arutz Sheva
Sports·51m ago

Brobbey Stuns at the World Cup With Rapid Brace and Israeli Family Link

Brian Brobbey scored twice in 16 minutes to lead the Netherlands to a 5-1 World Cup win over Sweden. The Sunderland forward, who was benched in the opener, also reached a historic Dutch World Cup scoring mark and has an Israeli family connection through his brother Derrick Luckassen.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
World·51m ago

Qatar Moves to Block Rafael Deal for Volkswagen Plant in Germany

Reuters reported that Qatar is trying to stop Rafael from buying a Volkswagen plant in Germany for Iron Dome production. Volkswagen is looking for a long-term solution for the Osnabrück factory as it cuts jobs, while Lower Saxony’s premier urged the company to act quickly.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·54m ago

World Cup Day 10: Netherlands Rout Sweden, Germany Eyes Qualification

The Netherlands beat Sweden 1-5 on World Cup 2026 day 10, with Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo both scoring twice. Germany faces Côte d’Ivoire later in Toronto after its seven-goal win over Curaçao, while Ecuador, Curaçao, Tunisia and Japan also play.

N12·+3 outlets · 100% center
Security·54m ago

Suspected serial assailant in Tel Aviv arrested after Walla report

Police in Jaffa arrested a Tel Aviv man in his 30s after a video showed him assaulting a woman on Harutzim Street in Jaffa. Authorities say he is suspected in a series of similar attacks across Tel Aviv, and they will seek to extend his detention.

Walla·+3 outlets · 75% center
Politics·55m ago

Trump and Meloni Trade Sharp Public Barbs Over Italy's Role in Iran Campaign

Donald Trump publicly attacked Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Truth Social, accusing her of political opportunism and restricting U.S. use of Italian airfields. Meloni responded with a sharp rebuttal, calling his claims false and defending Italy's sovereignty, while the row led to the cancellation of a planned trip by Italy's foreign minister to Washington.

Now 14·+5 outlets · 50% center
Sports·1h ago

Ronaldinho Set for Surprise Return to Football at 46

Ronaldinho is expected to return to professional football at age 46 with Ravenna, a third-division club in Italy. The club says he will be presented next week, and both the club and Ronaldinho expressed excitement about the comeback.

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Security18:16 · 1h ago

Bennett Shares Video of Meeting With Fallen Battalion Commander Before Lebanon Entry

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Former prime minister and Yachad party chairman Naftali Bennett released footage of a field meeting with Lt. Col. Dor Ben Shimhon, who was killed in the tank disaster over the weekend. Bennett said he met Ben Shimhon shortly before he and his soldiers entered deep into Lebanon, several weeks ago.

In the video and accompanying post, Bennett quoted the battalion commander saying, "We are battle foxes," and described him as "a beloved and good person." Bennett added, "We lost one of our very best sons. May his memory be blessed."

The post was shared after Ben Shimhon’s death in the tank incident, and Bennett framed the clip as a personal remembrance of the fallen commander and his final meeting with him before the Lebanon operation.

Read the original at Arutz Sheva