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Politics·5m ago

Knesset Speaker tells Supreme Court he will not hold a new vote for state comptroller

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana told the High Court he will not hold a new vote for state comptroller. The court is weighing whether to order a repeat ballot after petitions alleged that the earlier vote was not secret. If Ohana refuses, the dispute could escalate into a constitutional crisis.

Calcalist·+8 outlets · 71% center
Weather·6m ago

Severe Heat Wave Sweeps Europe, Prompting Unusual Restrictions

Europe is facing an extreme heat wave that is affecting tens of millions and may peak Monday. France has banned public alcohol consumption in some areas, raised heat alerts, and deployed cooling measures, while sports events have been canceled across the continent.

Mako·+2 outlets · 67% center
World·8m ago

Iran’s Victory Celebrations Are Mostly Theater, Analyst Says

Iranian affairs expert Rani Amrani says Tehran’s celebrations over the U.S.-Iran talks are mostly staged for domestic audiences. He says Iran needs the negotiations for economic relief, but will not give up enriched uranium or fully compromise on Hormuz.

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General·10m ago

Next College Promotes Fast Track Job Training for Haredi Students

Next College says it offers short, practical vocational training designed to help Haredi students enter the workforce quickly. The college combines personal support, job placement assistance and an environment adapted to Haredi needs.

Behadrei Haredim
Economy·11m ago

Amdocs Shares Keep Falling Despite Fresh Layoffs and Restructuring

Amdocs shares have dropped more than 20% in three weeks despite a new restructuring plan and layoffs. The company’s market value has fallen to about $5.54 billion, its lowest level since 2020. Investors are signaling they want real growth, not just cost cuts.

Calcalist
World·12m ago

Pakistan Says Iran Agreed to Lower Uranium Enrichment

Pakistan's foreign minister said Iran agreed in Islamabad to reduce uranium enrichment from 60% to 0.7%. He said Tehran would not hand its stockpile to the United States, and that technical teams began discussing how to extract the material from rubble.

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Security·13m ago

Hundreds Attend Funeral for Sgt. Maj. Nir Ben Ari, Killed in Southern Lebanon

Hundreds of residents from the Hof HaCarmel area attended the funeral of Sgt. Maj. Nir Ben Ari, who was killed in southern Lebanon. He will be buried in Kerem Maharal. Earlier, Reserve Sgt. Maj. Alexander Filin was buried after being killed by an explosive device.

Ynet·+3 outlets · 100% center
Sports·13m ago

Panathinaikos Plans Major Roster Overhaul Under Obradovic

Zeljko Obradovic has officially returned to coach Panathinaikos on a three-year, 10.5 million euro deal. The club is now working on a major roster reshuffle, with center and forward reinforcements the top priorities.

Mako·+3 outlets · 75% center
World·16m ago

Iranian Delegation Lands in Switzerland With Message Painted on the Plane

An Iranian delegation led by Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf and Abbas Araghchi arrived in Switzerland overnight for new talks with the United States. Iran delayed the negotiations by two days, saying Israeli strikes in Lebanon were the reason, but the sides are still expected to meet today.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·18m ago

Herzog says Hezbollah blocks peace with Lebanon, warns against Iranian role

President Isaac Herzog told Fox News that Hezbollah and Iran are blocking any peace between Israel and Lebanon. He said Israel wants diplomacy but must protect itself, keep close coordination with the United States, and ensure Hezbollah is disarmed.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Economy·19m ago

Bank of Israel unveils final monthly-fee reform for checking accounts

The Bank of Israel issued the final version of a bank-fee reform that will take effect on July 1, 2027. It replaces per-transaction charges with an automatic monthly fee of up to 10 shekels for 100 basic actions, plus a 5-shekel tier for very light users, and caps debit-card fees at 7 shekels starting October 1. Consumer groups say the plan could raise costs for many customers.

Mako·+4 outlets · 100% center
World·24m ago

Iranian hardliner calls for Bahrain to return to Iranian rule after U.S. deal

Two days after the U.S.-Iran agreement, Kayhan editor Hussein Shariatmadari called for Bahrain to return to Iranian rule. He said Bahrain “belongs to Iran” and that its separation was illegal, drawing concern in Israel and Gulf states. Bahrain has recently faced Iran-linked attacks and is seen as being on the front line of regional tensions.

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Security·25m ago

IDF Reports 11,500 Operations and 1,770 Arrests in West Bank Drive

The IDF released a six-month review saying it carried out 11,500 offensive operations in the West Bank, arrested more than 1,770 wanted suspects and seized weapons and terror funds. It said Operation Iron Wall gave Israeli forces full control in northern Samaria refugee camps, and new reserve brigades are now moving into operational deployment.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·26m ago

Dimona mayor threatens to freeze housing agreements over Finance Ministry policy

Dimona Mayor Beni Biton threatened to stop all framework housing agreements with the Finance Ministry if policy does not change. He said each new apartment costs the city NIS 5,000 and announced an upcoming urban renewal designation for Dimona, Arad and Rehovot. The remarks came at a Jerusalem conference attended by top officials, mayors, regulators and developers.

Walla
Politics·29m ago

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Reportedly Set to Announce Resignation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation on Monday after intense pressure from Labour MPs and ministers. Andy Burnham’s strong by-election win has fueled a leadership push, while Labour’s polling has fallen sharply against Reform UK.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 50% center
Economy·30m ago

El Al expands into overseas hotel bookings with new travel platform

El Al has launched EL AL Travel, a new hotel-booking platform for overseas trips integrated into its website and app. The service lets frequent-flyer members earn and redeem points on hotel stays, with more travel services expected later.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 50% center
General·30m ago

Dushinsky Rebbe Orders Continuous Study in Response to Draft Threat

The Dushinsky Rebbe visited Bnei Brak last week, prayed with students, and later urged his yeshiva followers to answer Israel’s draft crisis by increasing Torah study. He then ordered continuous study shifts from 6 a.m. to midnight, and students have begun signing up for uninterrupted learning sessions.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·31m ago

Dan Glazer’s European form makes him a target for Beitar Jerusalem

Dan Glazer, whose contract with Kairat runs until December, is being considered by Beitar Jerusalem after three seasons abroad. He impressed in the Champions League last season and has developed into a more complete midfielder in Kazakhstan.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·33m ago

Iranian Singer Faces 74 Lashes Over Headscarf-Free Concert

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi was sentenced in Iran to 74 lashes, plus a two-year travel and performance ban, after a 2024 YouTube concert without a hijab. The punishment also covers eight production staff members and has drawn criticism from human rights advocates.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% center
Economy·34m ago

Russian-Appointed Crimean Governor Halts Civilian Fuel Sales

Crimea's Russian-appointed governor, Sergey Aksyonov, announced a total halt to civilian fuel sales until further notice. Fuel will now be reserved for emergency services and government agencies, after weeks of rationed sales to residents.

Ynet
General·40m ago

New $7.3 Million School Opens in Samaria Amid Education Expansion

Yoav Kisch and Yossi Dagan inaugurated a new permanent elementary school building in Ali Zehav, Samaria, built for 27 million shekels. The school has 24 classrooms and is expected to serve about 500 students as part of a broader regional education expansion.

Arutz Sheva·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Culture·40m ago

Jerusalem Design Week Returns in July 2026 with Sports-Themed Program

Jerusalem Design Week will run July 9 to 16, 2026, at Hansen House and around the city, with more than 100 participants and free public entry. Its theme, “Triumphal Gate,” links sport and design through exhibitions, installations, screenings, and talks. Overnight visitors will get a VIP wristband with shuttle service and discounts.

Srugim
World·41m ago

French Petanque Dispute Turns Deadly in Mimizan

French police arrested an 81-year-old man after a 68-year-old was allegedly struck with a metal petanque ball and died. The confrontation broke out Wednesday in Mimizan, France, during a dispute over a shaded court in a heatwave.

Ynet
World·42m ago

Mediterranean Fishermen Warn of Expanding Giant Pufferfish Threat

Fishermen in Crete and elsewhere in the Mediterranean say elongated pufferfish are damaging catches and ripping nets apart. The fish, first seen in the region about 20 years ago, has spread widely and also injured a swimmer near Athens this week. Experts say it is a dangerous invasive species with no natural predators as an adult.

Behadrei Haredim
General·43m ago

Air France Pushes Back Israel Return Again, Now Targeting Late July

Air France said on Sunday it will delay its return to Israel again and will not resume Tel Aviv flights before July 30. The decision comes despite steps at Ben Gurion Airport to ease parking congestion and the gradual return of other foreign airlines.

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Culture10:55 · 1h ago

News 12 reporter jokingly bans dating for his young daughter until age 24

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Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The story · English

News 12 reporter Gilad Shalmor shared a playful Instagram story last night featuring his daughter, Ilan. In the photo, she is smiling at the camera and wearing a pink shirt that says, in English, “SORRY BOYS DADDY SAYS NO DATING.”

Shalmor also made it clear he was not joking about the long-term gag. Alongside the image, he wrote that he had already bought 10 such shirts in progressively larger sizes, enough to last “until age 24.”

The post was presented as a humorous response to the idea of future suitors for his daughter, and it showed the reporter in an unexpected domestic role rather than his usual work covering complex criminal cases and tough field events.

Read the original at Srugim