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Israel sets three conditions for any partial pullback in southern Lebanon

Israel has told the Trump administration that it will not withdraw from southern Lebanon unless three strict conditions are met. Those conditions include pushing Hezbollah north of the Litani River, ensuring IDF freedom of action, and keeping a permanent security buffer. Israel is also willing to test limited handovers of territory to the Lebanese army.

Kikar HaShabbat·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Sports·8m ago

Hapoel Petah Tikva submits two-year offer for Ilay Almogei

Hapoel Petah Tikva has offered midfielder Ilay Almogei a two-year deal after his contract with Bnei Reineh ended. The 26-year-old, who also played for Ironi Tiberias this season, has 50 Israeli Premier League appearances and five caps for Israel.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Culture·8m ago

A birthday surprise for Eden Pines was spoiled by one guest's slip-up

Eden Pines turned 29 on Saturday with a surprise party planned by her husband, Omer Cohen, but one guest accidentally revealed it. The celebration still took place at their Caesarea home as a housewarming, following the couple’s wedding last month.

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World·12m ago

Three Israelis Killed in Small Plane Crash in Maryland

Three Israelis died when a light plane crashed Sunday in Maryland, east of Washington, D.C. The aircraft carried a pilot and two passengers, and the full investigation has been handed to the NTSB. The report also noted a separate fatal car crash in Malibu involving two Israelis in their 40s.

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Politics·14m ago

Trump says Starmer will quit as UK prime minister

Donald Trump predicted that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will quit office and said he has failed on immigration and energy. The comments come as Europe faces migration pressures and high energy costs, and the report says they deepen tensions between the two leaders.

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World·16m ago

Investigator Questions Marilyn Monroe’s Official Death Ruling

Paul Holes says new forensic scrutiny of Marilyn Monroe’s 1962 death raises major doubts about the official suicide ruling. He points to scene irregularities, drug-prescription concerns, and a delay in alerting police, while also urging review of sealed FBI material.

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Security·17m ago

IDF chief in south Lebanon says ceasefire is fragile and Hezbollah is weakened

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said in southern Lebanon that the ceasefire with Hezbollah is fragile and that the army must stay ready to resume fighting. He and Defense Minister Israel Katz both stressed that Israel will keep forces deployed in Lebanon and continue acting against threats.

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Sports·18m ago

Shi Segalovich Set to Become Elitzur Netanya’s New Sporting Director

Shi Segalovich is close to becoming Elitzur Netanya’s sporting director for next season in the National League. The 42-year-old recently coached Maccabi Ra’anana, which he had promoted, and previously worked for Netanya as an assistant coach.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·18m ago

Australian announcer sets Guinness world record for loudest scream

Joseph McGrail-Bateup, the official announcer for Canberra and Queanbeyan, set a Guinness World Record by screaming at 122.4 decibels. He said theater training and help from his daughter led him to the attempt, which used the word “now.”

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·19m ago

Jerusalem Set to Host Third Straight Grand Slam Athletics Meet

Jerusalem will host the third straight Grand Slam athletics meet on June 25 at Givat Ram, with 76 athletes from 29 countries. Israeli stars and international relay teams will compete for rankings and qualification points ahead of the European Championships in Birmingham.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·20m ago

Israel Health Ministry Says Ebola Poses No Risk of Wide Outbreak

Israel’s Health Ministry said Sunday it is not imposing broad entry or quarantine restrictions over Ebola and sees no realistic risk of a wide outbreak in Israel. Officials said two suspected cases are being handled at Sheba Medical Center, while the ministry continues to monitor the outbreak in Africa and international guidance.

Walla·+7 outlets · 71% center
Security·21m ago

IDF Chief Says Northern Ceasefire Is Fragile and Forces Are Ready to Resume Fighting

Two days after the northern ceasefire began, the IDF chief of staff said the truce is fragile and the army is ready to resume fighting if needed. He made the remarks during a visit to southern Lebanon, where he also praised Brigade 401 and said the main goal remains protecting northern Israeli communities and civilians.

Behadrei Haredim
General·24m ago

Lawsuit Claims Audi Q2 Trim Can Fly Off and Become a Road Hazard

A class action lawsuit in Israel alleges that the rear plastic trim on Audi Q2 vehicles can detach while driving and endanger other road users. The filing says Audi recalled the same defect abroad, but Champion Motors did not issue a recall in Israel and left owners facing costly repairs.

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Economy·25m ago

Anduril Interviews Israeli Executives as It Eyes Local Defense Operations

Anduril, the U.S. defense startup led by Palmer Luckey, is interviewing senior Israelis about launching a local operation. The proposed unit would sell to Israel’s defense establishment and support R&D for global products, while the company weighs acquisitions versus organic expansion.

Globes·+1 outlet
Security·26m ago

IDF Chief Says Forces in South Lebanon Are Ready to Resume Fighting

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited South Lebanon on Sunday and said Israeli forces are prepared to resume fighting if needed. He praised troops, warned the ceasefire is fragile, and said Hezbollah has recently suffered major command losses.

Srugim·+7 outlets · 63% right-leaning
Politics·27m ago

Yinon Magal Slams Coalition Absences Over Broadcast Law Delays

Yinon Magal accused coalition lawmakers of missing hearings on the broadcasting bill and endangering right-wing media. He said their absences could prevent the law from advancing and even lead to censorship or shows being removed from air.

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Security·30m ago

Ben Gvir Defends Lebanon Post That Sparked International Outcry

Itamar Ben Gvir faced international backlash after posting that Lebanon should “burn” and that “a thousand Lebanese mothers should cry” for every Israeli mother’s tear. On Sunday he defended the post on Israeli radio, saying Israel must keep fighting in Lebanon and can say no even to the United States.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Health·31m ago

Butterflies That Age Slowly Could Help Explain Longevity

Scientists studying Heliconius butterflies found that some species live far longer than most butterflies and appear to age more slowly physically. The effect is not due only to pollen in their diet, and researchers say the insects may become an important model for studying aging in humans.

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Security·34m ago

IDF Chief in South Lebanon Warns Ceasefire Is Fragile

Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said during a situational assessment in southern Lebanon that Israel will not allow radical terror groups to entrench on its border. He warned that Hezbollah has been badly damaged, but the ceasefire is fragile and the IDF must be ready to fight again.

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General·35m ago

Former Nurses’ Union Chair Ilana Cohen Dies at 82

Ilana Cohen, the former chair of Israel’s Nurses and Brothers Union, died at 82. She led the union for more than 30 years and was credited with major improvements in nurses’ status and working conditions.

Ynet
Culture·42m ago

Aharon Razel Releases Hasidic Duet With Ariel Zilber

Aharon Razel released a new Hasidic single with Ariel Zilber called "Letters Teach Faith." The song, based on Rabbi Yitzchak Ginzburg's words, presents Hebrew letters as spiritual guidance for Jewish children.

Behadrei Haredim
Security·44m ago

Two Illegal Residents Held in Tel Aviv Sex Offense Cases

Police in Tel Aviv filed prosecutor’s statements against two Palestinian residents accused in separate sex offense cases. Their detention was extended until June 24, 2026, as investigators move toward indictments.

Walla
Security·44m ago

Telegram Romance Scam Led to Extortion Ring Targeting Dozens of Men

Five suspects aged 22 to 29 were arrested in Israel over a Telegram romance scam that allegedly extorted about 500,000 shekels from dozens of men. Police say the group posed as women, threatened to expose intimate chats, and is expected to be indicted soon.

Mako
Politics·45m ago

Rothman Launches Sharp Attack on Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit

Simcha Rothman, chairman of the Knesset Constitution, Law and Justice Committee, sharply attacked Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit over democracy and judicial accountability. Rothman defended changing Israel's judge-selection system, saying it gives sitting judges too much power compared with Western democracies. The comments add to the long-running clash between the coalition and the judiciary.

Srugim
Politics·49m ago

Haredi Posters, Political Fury, and a Wartime Debate Over Israeli Unity

A current affairs program linked Israel’s internal divisions to wartime casualties, a fierce rabbinic outburst, and the enduring memory of the Altalena affair. It also reported that Trump is weighing a direct line to Gadi Eisenkot and highlighted Ukraine’s new platform for analyzing captured Russian weapons.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·49m ago

Israeli military reporter warns of serious escalation in the West Bank

Channel 14 military reporter Hillel Biton Rosen warned on Sunday that Judea and Samaria may be heading toward a major security escalation. He said current policy and insufficient offensives could soon lead to deadly attacks by terrorist groups holding anti-tank weapons and explosives.

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Economy12:39 · 1h ago

Fly Card’s New Israeli Issuer Promises Faster Miles and Bigger Travel Perks

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Israel’s credit-card market is being reshaped by the transfer of FLY CARD from Cal to Isracard after the partnership with Cal ended. The change affects about 500,000 FLY CARD holders, as El Al’s Frequent Flyer Club now has more than 3.6 million members.

According to the companies, the card’s activity has been substantial. In the past year, more than 1 million plane tickets were bought using points earned through the card, either partly or fully, and more than 1 billion points were redeemed for tickets, seat upgrades, extra baggage and other travel benefits. The companies say this shows the card is being used actively, not just kept in wallets.

The newly issued card includes a launch promotion for customers who book hotels through El Al Travel, offering 10,000 Frequent Flyer Club points. The updated product comes in several versions: the basic card earns one Frequent Flyer point for every 5 shekels spent; PREMIUM SELECT improves that to one point for every 4.5 shekels and also earns “diamonds” that can improve a member’s status, with a 25% discount on the annual card fee for new customers who join by 31 October 2026; PREMIUM earns one point for every 4 shekels, and one point per 3 shekels on foreign-currency purchases; and AMEX PREMIUM adds a 50% discount on currency-conversion fees.

El Al Frequent Flyer Club CEO Moshe Murgenshtern said, “The card upgrades not only the flight experience, but the entire trip from the moment the vacation is booked until it ends, and only an airline can offer that.” He added that cardholders receive club membership, lounge access at airports worldwide, priority upgrades, preferred seats and discounted extra baggage. Points can be redeemed on El Al and partner airlines Delta, KLM and Air France. Isracard CEO Itamar Furman said the tie-up is “natural and winning,” and said FLY CARD holders will be able to reach a free flight faster. Issuance and credit limits remain subject to Isracard and other financing entities’ discretion, and unpaid balances may lead to default interest and enforcement proceedings.

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