baba newsIsrael, in English
16 sources · Updated 3m agoGet baba
Politics·4m ago

Trump Has Not Abandoned Israel, But the Alliance Looks More Conditional

A Hebrew opinion article says J.D. Vance’s comments on U.S. military aid show that the U.S.-Israel alliance is becoming more transactional and conditional. It argues that Trump has not abandoned Israel, but is increasingly asking it to fit his Iran-centered agenda. The piece warns that this shift could turn an alliance based on trust into one based on dependence.

Kikar HaShabbat
Sports·12m ago

Tiberias Denies Doping Violation, Says IV Treatment Was Legal

Ironi Tiberias is under investigation after M.S. Ashdod filed a complaint over alleged banned IV use before their relegation playoff match. Tiberias says it followed the rules and only used permitted treatment, while the match itself ended in a 3-0 Tiberias win on May 3 in Ashdod.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center
General·13m ago

Taissia Zmolotsky files police complaint over leaked call in Eyal Golan case

Taissia Zmolotsky filed a police complaint against Eyal Golan and Ram Landes over a leaked, edited recording of a conversation with another complainant in the "Games of Company" case. She alleges wiretapping and attempted extortion, while Landes denies involvement and Golan has not responded.

Kan News
Economy·15m ago

Wall Street Journal Exposes Secret Influencer Marketing Network Behind Polymarket

A Wall Street Journal investigation says Polymarket paid influencers to fake trading success through cloned simulation systems. The campaign, aimed at U.S. users despite regulatory restrictions, drew more than 140 million views and prompted TikTok and YouTube action.

Behadrei Haredim·+2 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Culture·18m ago

51-Year-Old Fan Dies After Fall During Goose Concert at Madison Square Garden

A 51-year-old man died after falling from an elevated area during a Goose concert at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. Police said he was found unconscious around 9:51 p.m., taken to a hospital, and the case remains under investigation. The band continued performing and later expressed condolences.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
World·18m ago

Three Israelis Killed in Small Plane Crash in Maryland

Three Israeli citizens died on Sunday when a Piper PA-28 light aircraft crashed in Maryland. The plane had departed New Jersey, and U.S. authorities have opened a formal investigation into the cause.

Srugim·+10 outlets · 64% center
Security·23m ago

Netanyahu vows Israel will block Iranian nuclear armament and keep forces in southern Lebanon

At a memorial for his brother Yoni Netanyahu, Benjamin Netanyahu revealed two covert anti-Iran operations and said Israel acted to prevent an immediate nuclear threat. He also vowed that Israel would keep forces in southern Lebanon as long as needed and would never let Iran obtain nuclear weapons while he is prime minister.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 100% right-leaning
Sports·23m ago

Former Mexico City Borough Chief Goes Viral for Her World Cup Look

Sandra Cuevas, a former Mexico City borough chief, has gone viral during the 2026 World Cup for her appearances supporting Mexico. Online attention focused on her bold clothing and figure, and she answered the comparisons with humor. She now works for Mexico Nuevo after serving as Cuauhtémoc borough chief from 2021 to 2024.

Walla
General·25m ago

Woman Rescued From Arab Village Enrolls Son in Her Former School 25 Years Later

M., who married an Arab man and lived for years in an Arab village, was rescued after secretly contacting childhood friends for help. After a months-long operation led by her former classmates, Yad La’Achim and the IDF helped bring her out, and she now lives safely in an undisclosed Israeli city. Two months ago, she enrolled her son in the same Shuvu school she attended 25 years ago.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·25m ago

FIFA tiebreaker change is reshaping the 2026 World Cup group stage

FIFA’s 2026 World Cup has introduced a new tiebreaker that prioritizes head-to-head results over goal difference. The rule has already influenced the group stage, including the early exits of Turkey and Tunisia, and may be reconsidered later.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·26m ago

Veterinary Services Chief Resigns Amid Severe Rabies Outbreak

Dr. Tamir Geshen resigned as head of Israel’s Veterinary Services after eight years in the role, as the country faces a major rabies outbreak and mounting criticism of veterinary service privatization. The ministry says it will appoint a permanent successor soon and maintain continuity.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·30m ago

Five Suspects Face Charges in Telegram Extortion Ring Targeting Dozens

Five young suspects are expected to be indicted for running a Telegram-based extortion ring that targeted dozens of victims. The investigation found they lured people into fake meetings, assaulted them, stole phones, and threatened to expose private details to families.

Maariv·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·37m ago

JNS conference opens in Jerusalem as U.S. envoy warns Iran talks must deliver

The JNS International Policy Conference opened Sunday in Jerusalem with top Israeli and international figures focusing on Iran, regional security and Israel-US relations. US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said Trump had warned that failed Iran talks would bring significant consequences and that Iran must never get nuclear weapons.

Srugim
Health·40m ago

Heatwave Ahead: How to Store Medicines and Sunscreen Safely

N12 published a guide warning Israelis to store medicines, creams and sunscreen properly before an expected heatwave. The article says heat, humidity and improper storage can reduce effectiveness or make products unsafe, especially in cars, bathrooms and sunny places.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Sports·41m ago

Maccabi Haifa tells Dolav Haziza he is not in next season's plans after seven years

Maccabi Haifa told Dolav Haziza on Sunday that he is not in its plans for the 2026/27 season. The decision was delivered in a meeting with sporting director Lior Refaelov and coach Barak Bakhar, and the club said it will continue discussions with Haziza and his representatives respectfully.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% center
Sports·42m ago

Israel U20 women’s basketball squad announced for European Championship prep

Israel’s women’s under-20 basketball team will travel Monday to Slovakia for four warm-up games before the European Championship. Head coach Tal Natan named a 12-player roster led by Gal Raviv and Maya Zilberschlag, with the tournament set to open July 4 in Klaipeda, Lithuania.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·44m ago

Court Appoints Trustee for Dead Businessman’s Climbing and Local Press Companies

The Tel Aviv District Court opened insolvency proceedings for five companies of the late Ariel Konik and appointed a permanent trustee. The group includes four climbing-wall businesses and a local weekly newspaper network, with debts estimated at 30 million shekels. The trustee said the newspaper operation should be sold soon and reported that the climbing business employs about 130 workers.

Calcalist
General·47m ago

Sgt. Liav Kababia Laid to Rest in Hod HaSharon

Sgt. Liav Kababia was buried at the Hod HaSharon cemetery after being killed in Lebanon in the battalion commander’s tank disaster. Family, friends and a former commander gave emotional eulogies praising his courage, humor and generosity.

Maariv·+11 outlets · 55% center
Politics·48m ago

Herodium Opens Herod’s Ancient Pool in Major West Bank Heritage Event

A giant ancient pool at Herodium was inaugurated during an international heritage conference in Judea and Samaria. US Ambassador Mike Huckabee and Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu highlighted the site’s Jewish significance and the government’s broader heritage campaign.

Now 14
Economy·53m ago

Crypto Platform Pays for Humiliating, Dangerous Stunts and Sparks Backlash

Pump.fun, a crypto rewards platform launched in January 2024, has paid out more than $370,000 for humiliating and risky stunts since June 4. The site is facing fierce backlash from New York Governor Kathy Hochul and others, while still advertising large payouts for extreme tasks.

Now 14
Politics·56m ago

Levin Escalates Clash with Supreme Court After Judicial Appointments Hearing

Justice Minister Yariv Levin launched a sharp new attack on the High Court and Justice Isaac Amit after a hearing on judicial appointments. He said the court lacks authority over Basic Laws and called for an immediate Knesset vote on a measure limiting Supreme Court intervention.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Sports·58m ago

Real Madrid Revives Its World Cup Talent Hunt Around Morocco’s Ayyoub Bouaddi

Real Madrid is again watching the World Cup for transfer targets, with 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi its leading focus. The club has 14 players in the tournament and is using the event to scout possible additions, as it did with Mesut Ozil in 2010 and James Rodriguez and Keylor Navas in 2014.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
World·58m ago

Trump Threatens Iran Again, Tehran Responds With Mockery

Donald Trump warned Iran to stop its proxies in Lebanon or face stronger U.S. strikes. Iranian officials and regime-linked commentators mocked the threat and raised the possibility of tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz. The remarks come amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions and concern over regional escalation.

Now 14·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
World·58m ago

Iranian Delegation Refuses Photo Op With U.S. Team at Switzerland Talks

At talks in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, Iran refused an American request for a joint photo and handshake. The U.S. delegation was led by Vice President J.D. Vance, while Iran’s team was headed by parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and included senior officials from Tehran.

Kikar HaShabbat
· scroll for more ·
00 / 40
Original
Security14:00 · 1h ago

IDF Chief in South Lebanon Warns Ceasefire Is Fragile

Center
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment in southern Lebanon and said Israel must not allow radical terror groups to establish themselves on its borders.

Zamir said Hezbollah had suffered “a severe and deep blow,” and that the army remains committed to staying prepared to continue operations and prevent the group from rebuilding.

He also warned that the ceasefire now in effect is fragile, adding that Israeli forces need to remain at a high level of readiness for a possible resumption of fighting.

Read the original at Ynet