From Combat Trauma to Rescue Hero: The Shattered Journey of Yaakov Bar Yochai

Yaakov Bar Yochai, a former Military Rabbinate officer from Sderot, described years of untreated PTSD from handling war dead and how it erupted again after a 2019 air crash. On October 7, 2023, he drove into the Sderot police-station battle, treated wounded officers, and helped evacuate critically injured people under fire. He now speaks publicly about mental health recovery and urges others to seek help.

Kikar HaShabbat

Supreme Court Holds Expanded Hearing on Law Changing Judicial Appointments Panel

Israel’s High Court of Justice held an expanded hearing on Sunday over a wartime law changing the judge-selection committee. Court President Yitzhak Amit said the debate should focus on whether it is a constitutional amendment, while the Knesset asked that the petitions be dismissed.

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IDF Says It Killed Hamas Money-Transfer Operatives in Gaza

The IDF said it killed two Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives last week in Gaza. It said they helped move more than 500 million shekels through a Hamas money-transfer network. The army said the money funded salaries and terror activity in violation of the ceasefire.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning

Robert Kiyosaki Says Falling Gold and Silver Prices Could Be a Buying Signal

Robert Kiyosaki said falling gold and silver prices should be judged in context, not by price alone. He said he is watching macroeconomic leadership and technical charts, and plans to buy when the downtrend reverses. He closed by urging readers not to take his word for it and to think independently.

Walla

High Court Hears Challenge to New Judicial Appointments Law

Walla

Yuval Rozen Wins Formula 4 France Race From Pole

Yuval Rozen, 19, won the seventh round of the French Formula 4 championship. He started from pole position and took the second race of the weekend. The result was published by Sport 5 on June 21, 2026.

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Magen fighter Nir Ben Ari killed in Lebanon days before his 22nd birthday

Staff Sgt. Nir Ben Ari of Kerem Maharal was killed overnight in southern Lebanon by a mortar shell and explosive drone, days before turning 22. His school and community remembered him as an outstanding, values-driven student and athlete, and said he had planned to leave the army soon and travel to Thailand with friends.

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Brazilian Hackers Flood Phones With Fake Emergency Alerts, Raising Israeli Concerns

Hackers hijacked Brazil’s emergency alert system on Saturday and sent fake warnings to millions of smartphones. The attack, which affected several Brazilian states, has prompted concern in Israel because of the similar emergency alert system used by the Home Front Command.

Calcalist

Repeated Crises Keep the Same Workers Out of Jobs, Israel Labor Service Says

A special Israeli Employment Service report says the same vulnerable workers keep being forced out of jobs during repeated emergencies. It calls for flexible unpaid leave and more remote work, while noting that recovery from each crisis has been getting faster.

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NASA’s Next Giant Space Telescope Sets Out for Launch

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is being moved by barge in Florida ahead of an August 2026 launch. The under-budget observatory, completed in April 2026, is designed to map the universe at unprecedented speed and help investigate dark matter and dark energy.

Kikar HaShabbat

IDF Begins Drill in Jaffa, No Security Threat Expected

The IDF says a military drill has started in the Jaffa area and will run until Tuesday morning. It will bring increased security activity, vehicles, and construction work, and officials say there is no security threat.

Ynet

Family Finds Nevo Havshush’s Pre-Army Journals After His Death in Lebanon

After Staff Sgt. Nevo Havshush was killed in southern Lebanon, his family found notebooks he wrote before enlistment. The diaries show his deep sense of mission, his belief that military service is a privilege, and his admiration for his father’s love of Israel.

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New York Times Awards Rare Four-Star Review to Palestinian Restaurant Albi

The New York Times gave Albi in Washington, D.C., its first-ever four-star review for a restaurant outside New York City. The Palestinian restaurant, led by chef Michael Rafidi, has become a flashpoint over food, identity, and the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Ynet

19-Year-Old Motorcyclist Injured in Herzliya Collision

A 19-year-old motorcyclist was struck by a car in Herzliya at 6:52 this morning. He was evacuated in moderate condition to Ichilov Hospital with limb injuries.

Kikar HaShabbat

Woman Found Dead in Ashdod Home, Husband Seriously Hurt as Police Probe Suspected Murder

A 60-year-old woman was found dead Sunday morning in her Ashdod apartment with signs of violence. Her husband, about 65, was hospitalized in serious condition, and police opened a murder investigation and arrested him.

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Japan Rout Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th World Cup Match

Japan beat Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th match in World Cup history. Daichi Kamada, Ayase Ueda with two goals, and Takefusa Ito scored for Japan.

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Israir’s First Wide-Body Jet Lands in Israel Ahead of New York Launch

Israir’s first Airbus A330 landed at Ben Gurion Airport as the carrier prepares to launch direct flights to New York in August. The company expects training, inspections and possibly a proving flight to the U.S. before starting sales and service.

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Gordon Ramsay’s Daughter Holly Announces First Pregnancy

Holly Ramsay, daughter of Gordon Ramsay, said on Instagram that she is pregnant with her first child with Adam Peaty. The announcement comes months after their December wedding, which was marked by a public family dispute involving Peaty’s relatives.

Ynet

Apple TV+ Sets September Premiere for Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson Comedy

Apple TV+ will launch "Brothers" on September 23, an eight-episode comedy starring and executive-produced by Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson. The series imagines the two as fictionalized versions of themselves who may discover they are brothers, with new episodes weekly through November 4.

Srugim

Israel Asked Meta to Remove Pro-Iran and Anti-Israel Posts During the War

The Intercept reported that Israel asked Meta to remove pro-Iran, anti-Israel, and missile-related posts during the war. Some requests were made through the State Attorney's cyber department, and Meta said it reviews content based on its own policies.

Calcalist

Allegations Against Economy Ministry CEO Over Vignet Collapse and Asset Transfer

An investigative report accuses Motty Gamsheh, now Israel’s economy ministry director general, of using his role as consultant to take control of Vignet, a media company founded by discharged soldiers. The founders say the company collapsed under rising debts and pressure, while Gamsheh and his cousin moved its business into a new firm and left creditors unpaid. Gamsheh denies the allegations.

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United States Clinch Top Spot as Group Drama Continues

The United States secured first place in Group D after beating Australia, while Turkey’s loss to Paraguay confirmed their elimination. Australia and Paraguay will decide second place, and a draw could still help both teams advance.

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Does the order matter when collecting prayer books? Rabbi Benyamin Huta explains

Rabbi Benyamin Huta’s daily halakhic video on Kikar HaShabbat examines whether books must be kept in the correct order when collected in a synagogue. The discussion centers on honoring holy books and the handling of Chumashim and siddurim.

Kikar HaShabbat

Oren Ben Simon on making his debut film, “Moris”

Oren Ben Simon discusses how he made his debut film, “Moris,” for Srugim’s director interview series. He says the film follows an urban poet in old Tel Aviv, was developed with a Yehoshua Rabinovitz Foundation grant and independent funding, and did not change him as a director.

Srugim

Viewers Blast ‘Big Brother’ Reconciliation Between Gal Robin and Eliran Biton

Gal Robin and Eliran Biton patched things up on last night’s "Big Brother" episode after a two-and-a-half-month feud. Their tense talk and Robin’s repeated requests for a hug sparked criticism online, with viewers accusing her of ignoring his boundaries.

Walla

Germany Eyes Major Deal With Secretive Israeli Missile Startup After Trump Scrapped Tomahawk Plan

Germany is considering buying long-range cruise missiles from Covenant Technologies, a secretive Israeli startup, as an alternative to U.S. Tomahawks. Berlin wants the missiles by 2027, but the company’s development status and manufacturing capacity remain unclear.

Walla

Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo Raises Fears in a Crowded Displacement Camp

At least 30 people have died since early May in the Kigonze displacement camp in Bunia, eastern Congo, and some tested positive for Ebola. Aid workers say the overcrowded camp, poor sanitation and residents’ refusal to allow body examinations are hindering efforts to contain the outbreak.

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Father recalls last message from Sgt. Nave Chabshush after Lebanon tank incident

Sgt. Nave Chabshush, 20, from Adam in Binyamin, was named as the fourth soldier killed in Friday’s tank incident in Lebanon. His father told Kan News about the family’s grief, Nave’s final message, and the values and writings he left behind.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

12-Year-Old Girl in Brazil Sent Fake Kidnapping Texts to Her Parents, Police Say

Police in Itaiópolis, Brazil, say a 12-year-old girl staged her own kidnapping and sent threatening ransom texts to her parents. After a 16-hour search, officers found her alive at a rural house and said no abduction had occurred.

Walla

Police Investigate Suspected Murder of 80-Year-Old Woman in Ashdod

An 80-year-old woman was found dead in her Ashdod home with signs of violence, and police opened a suspected murder investigation. Emergency crews and police responded to the apartment after she was discovered lifeless.

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Berlin Chabad envoy attacked in front of his children in suspected antisemitic assault

A 48-year-old Chabad emissary was attacked in Berlin’s Charlottenburg district while walking with his two children. Police arrested a 31-year-old suspect and opened an investigation into the incident, which was reportedly linked to the father wearing a kippah.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning

Funeral details released for Alexander Filin and Liav Kababia

Funeral details were announced Sunday morning for Alexander Filin and Liav Kababia, both killed in southern Lebanon. Filin will be buried in Haifa at noon, and Kababia at 5:00 p.m. in Kfar Sava, with shiva arrangements listed for both families.

Srugim

How an Administrative Petition Can Challenge Planning and Construction Decisions

The article explains how administrative petitions can be used to challenge planning and construction decisions in Israel. It outlines the legal basis, common grounds for filing, deadlines, and the types of defects that can lead a court to overturn or return a decision for reconsideration.

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How to Choose a Car Accident Lawyer: What to Check Before Handing Over Your Case

A Hebrew legal guide published on June 21, 2026 explains how to choose a car accident lawyer. It says experience, early case-building, transparency, availability and proven handling of complex injury claims can improve compensation and protect the victim’s rights.

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Vance Heads to Switzerland for Iran Talks on Nuclear File and Lebanon Ceasefire

JD Vance flew to Switzerland for two days of talks with Iranian officials on Iran’s nuclear program and Lebanon. He and Iranian representatives signaled hopes for progress, while Israel said it will keep acting against Hezbollah and remain in the security strip as needed.

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Channel 12 journalist sparks backlash with harsh attack on the government

Channel 12 journalist Michal Pa'alin drew intense online criticism after using inflammatory language against the government during a live broadcast. Right-wing activists said her remarks were disrespectful and called on her to apologize.

Srugim

Dud Bitan seeks to block Likud primaries from being scrapped

MK David Bitan asked Likud's internal court to block a plan to cancel the party's primaries and replace them with a steering committee. He said the move would unfairly deny tens of thousands of party members the right to choose their Knesset candidates just a month before the vote.

Kikar HaShabbat

Netherlands Enjoys World Cup Momentum but Worries About Defensive Gaps

The Netherlands followed its 5-1 win over Sweden with another strong attacking display, led by Brian Brobbey’s rapid brace. Dutch media praised the team’s title potential but warned that defensive lapses could be costly later in the World Cup. Koeman said Crysencio Summerville should be available for the next match.

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Beyond Drugs: The Strangest Goods Sold on the Black Market

A Hebrew report details the black market’s strangest goods, including sand, fireflies, luxury-brand leftovers, Disney disability access, and human hair. It says these items are valuable because of scarcity, regulation, or criminal demand. The story highlights illegal trades in China, cemeteries, and Disney parks.

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Iranian Lawmaker Says Supreme Leader Opposed U.S. Talks on Live TV

Iranian lawmaker Mahmoud Nabavian said on state TV that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei opposed talks with the United States and set conditions absent from a recent memorandum. The broadcast was cut off, state TV condemned the disclosure, and conservative critics accused Nabavian of cherry-picking classified correspondence.

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