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General·4m ago

Worker Seriously Injured in Job Accident in Beit Yaakov

A 51-year-old worker was moderately injured in a workplace accident on Jabotinsky Street in Beit Yaakov. He received first aid from United Hatzalah and was taken to Shamir-Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·4m ago

Trump Says Lebanon Understanding Is Only a Ceasefire Extension

Donald Trump said the U.S. understanding with Lebanon is only a 60-day ceasefire extension. He voiced frustration over Israel’s inability to defeat Hezbollah, said he may let Syria fight Hezbollah, and argued that resolving Iran would ease other regional problems.

Kikar HaShabbat
Politics·6m ago

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu Says Supreme Court Is Undermining Democracy

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu accused Israel’s Supreme Court of undermining democracy by overruling Basic Laws, government decisions, and appointments. He said the next election will decide whether sovereignty belongs to the public or the judges, and called for the debate to be settled only through voting.

Arutz Sheva
World·8m ago

Vance tells Iran talks in Switzerland that key disputes have already been solved

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met Iranian representatives in Switzerland with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, alongside delegates from Qatar and Pakistan. He claimed major diplomatic progress on the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear program, while urging a new phase in U.S.-Iran relations if Tehran changes course.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 50% center
Economy·10m 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·10m 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
General·14m ago

Dozens of Uninspected Eggs Seized in Kiryat Bialik Police Check

Police in Kiryat Bialik seized about 60 trays of uninspected eggs and around 60 packs of suspected smuggled cigarettes. The driver, a Chinese foreign worker, was arrested as investigators examine the source and destination of the goods.

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Economy·16m 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·17m 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·18m 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·21m 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·23m 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
General·25m 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·27m 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·30m 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·33m 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·35m 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·36m 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.

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Sports·37m 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·39m 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·40m 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.

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Politics·41m 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.

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General11:51 · 1h ago

Israeli Ultra-Orthodox Man, 70, Found Confused on Train in Belgium and Taken to Psychiatric Hospital

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

An Israeli ultra-Orthodox man in his 70s was found confused on a train in the Antwerp area of Belgium. Fellow passengers noticed he was not in good condition and tried to speak with him to understand whether he needed help, but he spoke only Hebrew and could not communicate with them.

Police were called to the scene, and the man was taken to a hospital in the city. He was later transferred to a psychiatric hospital. According to people involved, he is not communicating and is not cooperating.

The Jewish community, together with local authorities, is now trying to determine how to bring him back to Israel.

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