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Politics·11m ago

Former Arad Mayor Urges “Urban Intifada,” Prompting Demand for Police Probe

United Torah Judaism chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf asked police to investigate former Arad mayor Nissan Ben Hamo after Ben Hamo called for an “urban intifada” during unrest over a Gur Hasid protest. Ben Hamo defended his remarks, while current Mayor Yair Maayan backed the right to demonstrate and urged equality for all residents.

Ynet
Politics·11m ago

Yair Golan Says He Would Form a Government With Mansour Abbas

Yair Golan said he would build the next government with Ra'am and Mansour Abbas, calling Abbas a proven and workable coalition partner. He ruled out any party from the current coalition and sharply attacked Religious Zionism and Bezalel Smotrich.

Srugim
Politics·13m ago

Channel 12 Retreats in Court After Criminal Allegations Against Nir Barkat

Channel 12’s defense in Nir Barkat’s NIS 12 million lawsuit appears to soften its earlier criminal allegations against him. The filing admits the report was about concerns and questions, not proven crimes, and says it lacks official documents for its claim about Barkat’s alleged PUSH holdings.

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Sports·20m ago

FIFA's New 'In Contest' Metric Adds a Fresh View of Possession

FIFA has improved its “In Contest” statistic for the 2026 World Cup to better explain control of the ball. The metric tracks time when neither team clearly has possession, adding context to traditional possession data.

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

When Supercars Became Yacht Status Symbols

The article traces how wealthy elites turned rare supercars into yacht decorations, especially in Monaco and the French Riviera. It highlights the Ferrari F40, including a 2023 crane-lifted display on a luxury yacht before the Monaco Grand Prix.

Kikar HaShabbat
Security·29m ago

Officers Say Gaza Yellow Line Rules Were Softened, Army Denies Any Change

Israeli officers told ynet that Gaza Division commander Brig. Gen. Liron Batito changed how troops apply rules of engagement along the yellow line. The IDF denied any change, but officers warned the move is weakening deterrence and endangering forces.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·31m ago

Attorney General’s Office to Back Petition Against Judea Eliyahu’s Appointment as Israel Land Authority CEO

Israel’s attorney general’s office will tell the High Court to cancel Yehuda Eliyahu’s appointment as director general of the Israel Land Authority. The move follows a Calcalist report about a conflict involving a selection committee member whose company did business with the Housing Ministry. The government must now decide whether to accept the legal opinion, restart the selection process, or defend the appointment at the High Court before a July 1 hearing.

Calcalist
Sports·31m ago

Photo of Nicotine Pouch in Michael Olise's Locker Sparks Concern in France

An online photo from France’s locker room appeared to show a VELO nicotine pouch box in Michael Olise’s cubicle, prompting concern on social media. The report explains what snus is, notes its health risks, and says the image spread online on June 21, 2026.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·31m ago

Netanyahu Drops Bid to Cancel Likud Primaries Amid Internal Revolt

Benjamin Netanyahu has backed away from a plan to cancel Likud primaries and replace them with an appointments committee. He hopes the concession will help him win 8 to 10 personal slots on the Knesset list, but David Bitan is leading the resistance.

Srugim·+5 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Sports·32m ago

Messi Still Chasing World Cup Records in 2026

Lionel Messi set and matched several World Cup records at the 2026 tournament, including becoming the all-time leading scorer and the oldest player to score a World Cup hat trick. He also extended records for appearances, captaincies, assists and goals from outside the box, while chasing more milestones.

N12·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·35m ago

Alan Greenspan, longtime Fed chairman, dies at 100

Alan Greenspan, who chaired the U.S. Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006, died at 100 at his home. He was praised for guiding the economy through growth and crises, then later criticized over interest-rate policy linked to the housing bubble.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 67% center
Security·35m ago

IDF to Disband Northern Home Guard Units After Ceasefire

The IDF will start disbanding northern alert squads after the Lebanon ceasefire and a shift to full routine. Reserve members begin demobilizing Thursday, and all remaining squad and defense platoon personnel are due to be released Sunday.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
World·36m ago

Iran Says IAEA Inspectors’ Entry Was Not Approved in Talks

Iranian media said Monday that admitting IAEA inspectors was not approved in negotiations, contradicting U.S. claims of progress. Tasnim said Iran is intentionally preserving nuclear ambiguity about enriched-material storage locations to deny the U.S. sensitive intelligence.

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Sports·39m ago

Aymen Hussein Overcomes a Harrowing Past to Star for Iraq at the World Cup

Aymen Hussein overcame family tragedy, poverty and injuries to become Iraq’s star striker. He scored Iraq’s first World Cup goal since 1986 in a 4-1 loss to Norway after being detained for seven hours in Chicago. Iraq now hope he can help them challenge France or earn a point against Senegal.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·40m ago

Nine More Northern Communities Granted Border-Defense Status

Nine northern Israeli communities were officially recognized on Monday as confrontation-line localities. Defense Minister Israel Katz said the move grants them the recognition and benefits tied to that status.

Now 14·+4 outlets · 80% right-leaning
World·47m ago

Declassified U.S. Files Renew Scrutiny of Fauci Over COVID-19 Origins

Declassified U.S. intelligence documents have renewed allegations that Anthony Fauci misled Congress about Wuhan coronavirus research and then withheld relevant information from the CIA. The files also reignite debate over COVID-19’s origin, while U.S. officials continue to review possible legal options even though the usual perjury deadline has passed.

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Politics·50m ago

Expanded Supreme Court panel set for elections comptroller petition

An expanded High Court of Justice panel has been assigned to hear a case related to the elections for the state comptroller. The five-justice bench includes Itzhak Amit, Noam Sohlberg, Daphne Barak-Erez, Gila Canfy-Steinitz, and Ruth Ronen.

Behadrei Haredim·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·53m ago

IDF and Shin Bet Kill Hamas Nukhba Operative Who Held Omer Shem Tov

The IDF and Shin Bet said they killed Hamas Nukhba operative Sabai Zaher Abd al-Hamid Abu Hasna in northern Gaza over the weekend. Israel said he took part in the October 7 attack, helped hold Omer Shem Tov captive, and worked on terror plots during the war. In a separate strike, three armed Hamas operatives were also killed in northern Gaza.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 56% right-leaning
Politics·54m ago

Hundreds attend Likud “Victory Forum” event in Binyamin

Hundreds attended a Likud “Victory Forum” conference yesterday at Shilo Winery in Binyamin, led by MK Amit Halevi. The event featured senior Likud figures and focused on backing a hard line on security, sovereignty and institutional reform.

Srugim
Politics·55m ago

Coalition lawmaker says there were flaws in state comptroller vote

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel said Monday there were flaws in the secret ballot for Israel’s state comptroller election. Speaking on Galey Israel, she said her assessment was based on direct knowledge, but urged caution about ordering a new vote.

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World13:45 · 1h ago

Qatar blast at Ras Laffan factory kills 13, injures 66

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

Thirteen people were killed and 66 others injured in an explosion that occurred yesterday at the Ras Laffan plant in Qatar, Energy Minister Saad Al-Kaabi said. He said the incident was an accident, not sabotage, and that investigators are still examining what caused the blast.

Al-Kaabi added that Qatar’s energy facilities were not affected by the fire, and neither was the Ras Laffan port. He also said the country’s natural gas exports continued without disruption.

The update came as authorities continued assessing the incident and its cause. No further details on the victims or the condition of the injured were given.

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