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Economy·6m ago

AI and Tech Profits Push Israel’s Current Account Into Rare Deficit

Israel posted a $0.1 billion current account deficit in Q1 2026, its first since 2012, but the cause was record profits at tech and AI firms, not weak trade. Foreign direct investment hit $14.1 billion and the shekel held steady because much of the profit was reinvested in Israel.

Calcalist
Politics·6m ago

Poll Suggests Ofer Winter Could Shake Up Israel’s Coalition Math

A new Kantar poll says Ofer Winter could win 5 seats running independently, giving him outsized leverage in Israel’s coalition race. The survey also tested other possible center-right alliances, ranging from 5 to 7 seats, while most of those figures oppose helping Benjamin Netanyahu reach 61 seats.

Srugim
Sports·8m ago

Maccabi Petah Tikva Signs Midfielder Li-ym Dan

Maccabi Petah Tikva announced the signing of 21-year-old midfielder Li-ym Dan, who spent most of this season on loan at Hapoel Ra'anana. Dan becomes one of several new arrivals as Marco Wolf and Noam Bziya will leave next season.

Mako
Economy·12m ago

El Al and Isracard Relaunch FLY CARD With New Travel Perks and Sign-Up Deals

El Al and Isracard have relaunched the FLY CARD after ending the previous partnership with Cal, affecting about 500,000 cardholders. The new card offers tiered earning rates, launch bonuses, travel perks and point redemptions across El Al and partner airlines.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Politics·13m ago

Trump warns Iran’s president after uranium enrichment remarks

Donald Trump threatened Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian after Pezeshkian said Washington had to accept Iran’s right to enrich uranium. Trump said the US is only extending a ceasefire, not striking a deal, and warned he still holds leverage over Tehran.

Behadrei Haredim
World·13m ago

Trump warns Iran of renewed strikes if talks fail

Donald Trump warned in a Fox News interview on Sunday that the United States could renew military strikes on Iran if the ongoing Switzerland talks fail. He also threatened Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, saying Tehran would face severe consequences if it tries to close it again.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Economy·16m ago

Defense tech giant Anduril moves toward a local presence in Israel

Anduril is exploring an Israeli operation, including hiring a local manager, development activity and startup partnerships. The U.S. defense-tech firm has already met Israeli candidates and companies, following Palmer Luckey’s February visit to Israel and his meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Calcalist
Security·18m ago

FAA Investigates Near Miss Between Delta and American Airlines Jets in Boston

The FAA is investigating a near miss at Boston Logan International Airport on Saturday morning. A Delta Air Lines landing approach and an American Airlines takeoff clearance put two jets on intersecting runways at the same time, forcing Delta’s pilots to abort and climb away before later landing safely.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·20m ago

U.S. and Iran open Switzerland talks as Vance cites major progress

U.S. and Iranian delegations opened talks in Switzerland on Sunday, with J.D. Vance saying major progress had been made. The discussions are framed around ending the Israel-Hezbollah fighting in Lebanon, with Qatar and Pakistan mediating and Qatar saying technical teams will oversee implementation.

Calcalist·+2 outlets · 50% center
General·20m ago

Court orders LOT to pay passenger NIS 7,350 over missing suitcase

A Jerusalem-area small claims court ordered LOT Polish Airlines to pay NIS 7,350 to a passenger whose suitcase went missing on the way to Miami. Judge Avner Yifrach ruled that the airline could not rely only on computer records to deny the claim.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·23m ago

Trump says U.S. could take control of the Strait of Hormuz

Trump told Fox News the United States could seize the Strait of Hormuz if needed and charge transit fees. He framed the choke point as a place where Washington could control a significant share of oil traffic.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·26m ago

Four burglary suspects arrested in overnight Tel Aviv crime spree

Police arrested four suspects in separate overnight burglary and theft incidents across Tel Aviv. The cases involved an office break-in, a restaurant theft, and attempted thefts from a scooter and a car. All suspects were questioned and are expected in court for detention hearings.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
World·29m ago

Herzog Says Israel Seeks Diplomatic Deal in Lebanon, Without Iranian Role

On Fox News, President Isaac Herzog said Israel is open to a diplomatic settlement in Lebanon, but only if Iran is kept out and Hezbollah is disarmed. He also emphasized close U.S.-Israel coordination on Iran and said Israel has no territorial claims in Lebanon, even expressing a wish to drive to Beirut one day.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Politics·31m ago

Spanish Court Bars Pedro Sánchez’s Wife From Leaving the Country in Corruption Probe

A Spanish court has barred Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, from leaving Spain and ordered her to surrender her passport amid a corruption probe. The investigation concerns alleged abuse of influence and public office tied to work she did at a Madrid university. Sánchez denies wrongdoing and says the case is politically motivated.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Politics·32m ago

Sharon Sharabi Warns Against a Return to Gaza Containment Policy

Sharon Sharabi warned that a renewed policy of containment in Gaza could bring another October 7. He said Gazans are approaching the yellow line on Hamas’s behalf while Israel does not respond, and called for Hamas to be decisively defeated.

Now 14
Sports·33m ago

Iran Forced to Cut Training Short Before Crucial Belgium Match

Iran will play Belgium in its second World Cup match after a 2-2 draw with New Zealand. Coach Amir Kalanawi says travel restrictions and FIFA’s handling of the team’s movements have disrupted training and angered the squad. The team hopes conditions will improve before its final match against Egypt.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
Politics·35m ago

U.S. and Iran Begin Swiss Talks Aimed at Ending the War

The United States and Iran began talks in Switzerland on Sunday, with Vice President JD Vance leading the U.S. delegation and top Iranian officials present. The discussions go beyond the nuclear issue to include Lebanon, sanctions, and regional shipping, while Tehran says progress depends on a stable ceasefire in Lebanon.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·36m ago

Repeated Vandalism Hits Ramat Gan Synagogue Again

Unknown suspects broke into the Minchat Chovav synagogue in Ramat Gan on Friday, damaging its entrance door for the second time in weeks. The city called it a hate crime, offered support and repairs, and police are still investigating the motive.

Now 14
Politics·36m ago

Vance Sparks Outrage After Calling Iranian Officials “Great Leaders”

U.S. Vice President JD Vance was criticized after calling Iranian regime representatives “great leaders” at a summit. The meeting included Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, whom the article links to the killing of protesters in Iran.

Now 14
Politics·37m ago

New centrist alliances could decide Israel’s next election, poll suggests

A special poll by Dudi Hasid and KanTar says several potential centrist or unity alliances could win 5 to 7 seats. The combinations could help decide who forms Israel’s next government, while their leaders say they will not give Benjamin Netanyahu a narrow right-wing majority.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 50% center
Culture·37m ago

Longest Day of the Year Offers More Time for Outdoor Plans

June 21, the summer solstice, brings the longest daylight of the year. The article offers outdoor ideas, including a post-work swim, a sunset picnic, photography during golden hour, and a summer time-capsule exercise.

Srugim
Sports·37m ago

France fears thunderstorms could disrupt World Cup match against Iraq

France's World Cup match against Iraq in Philadelphia could be disrupted by thunderstorms on Monday. American safety rules require an immediate stoppage if lightning approaches the stadium. Organizers are preparing for possible long delays, recalling a similar weather shutdown at the 2025 Club World Cup.

Now 14
Security·40m ago

Israeli Air Force officer reveals details of Hamas strike in Gaza and rapid Syria campaign

An Israeli Air Force planning officer revealed details of the May 13, 2025 killing of Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammed Shabana in a tunnel under Khan Younis’s European Hospital. He also said fighter jets were diverted from a Yemen mission for the strike, and described a separate rapid campaign that destroyed the Syrian army as Assad’s regime collapsed.

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Sports11:38 · 1h ago

Panathinaikos confirms Obradovic return on three-year deal

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Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos announced on Instagram that Zeljko Obradovic is returning to the Greek club, 14 years after leaving it. Giannakopoulos posted a photo with the Serbian coach and wrote, "The king is coming home." The report says the deal is for three years and is worth a total of 10.5 million euros, or 3.5 million euros per season.

Obradovic, 66, left Partizan Belgrade in December after four years in charge and is now headed back to the team where he enjoyed his greatest success as a coach. He first arrived at Panathinaikos in the summer of 1999 and spent 13 years there.

During that spell, he led Panathinaikos to 11 Greek league titles, seven Greek cups and five EuroLeague, or European Champions Cup, crowns. Afterward, he moved to Fenerbahce, where he coached for seven years, winning four Turkish championships and one more EuroLeague title.

Overall, Obradovic is credited with nine European Champions Cup titles, including trophies won with Partizan, Joventut Badalona and Real Madrid. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in European basketball.

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