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General·1m ago

Thousands Mourn Rabbi Rachamim Attia at Jerusalem Funeral

Thousands attended the funeral of Rabbi Rachamim Attia in Jerusalem on Tuesday night. The procession began at Porat Yosef Yeshiva in Geula and ended with his burial on Mount of Olives after eulogies by leading rabbis and family members.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·2m ago

Northern police raid Yavne'el over suspected underage marriage network

Dozens of Northern District police and Border Police officers raided Yavne'el on Wednesday after a months-long covert probe into suspected illegal child marriages. Police detained numerous suspects and minors, and said the case uncovered a secretive system that allegedly hid weddings and large post-ceremony “engagement parties.”

Kan News
Politics·4m ago

Eli Cohen says Netanyahu may secure 4 to 10 reserved slots in Likud

In a ynet interview, Eli Cohen said upcoming ultra-Orthodox protests must be restrained and that police and legal advisers should issue clear instructions. He also said Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking up to 10 reserved slots in Likud, but the final number will likely be between four and 10.

Ynet·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Politics·4m ago

Smotrich Backs Shin Bet Chief Amid Pride Event Controversy

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich defended Shin Bet chief David Zini after controversy over canceling Pride events. He said security agencies should focus only on core missions and praised Zini as acting responsibly for Israel’s security.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% center
Economy·10m ago

Competition Authority Opens Evidence Phase in Food Price Coordination Trial

Israel’s Competition Authority has begun hearing evidence in the food-sector price coordination trial against senior retail executives. The case centers on allegations that Victori’s Eyal Raviv pressured suppliers to raise prices at rival chains before moving his own prices.

Calcalist·+2 outlets
Sports·11m ago

Israeli League Midfielder Named Man of the Match Despite Panama Exit

Cristian Martínez of Ironi Kiryat Shmona was named Man of the Match after Panama’s 1-0 loss to Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. Despite Panama’s elimination, the midfielder drew major praise and reports of growing European interest.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center
General·18m ago

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Bus in Nesher

Rambam Hospital in Haifa pronounced dead a pedestrian in his 60s who was critically injured after being hit by a bus in Nesher. The man had been taken to the hospital in severe condition.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
World·21m ago

IAEA chief says inspections in Iran will happen despite Tehran dispute

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said inspections in Iran will happen, despite Tehran’s denial that it has agreed to restore access. His comments followed US Vice President JD Vance’s claim that Iran had agreed to bring back inspectors, which Iran’s foreign minister rejected.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
General·22m ago

How to Criticize a Partner Without Damaging the Relationship

The article argues that relationship complaints are normal, but turning them into character attacks can shut down listening and closeness. It recommends using a softer, more specific form of expression to reduce conflict and improve communication.

Ynet
Security·22m ago

Indictment Filed Against Goor Levi Over Secret Photos in Dressing Rooms

Israeli prosecutors have charged Goor Levi with secretly filming women and girls in fitting rooms at the TLV Mall in Tel Aviv. He also faces charges over recording a sexual encounter without consent and sending the video later on WhatsApp.

N12·+3 outlets · 100% center
Culture·23m ago

Daily 60-Second Encouragement with Rabbi Yigal Cohen

Kikar HaShabbat is featuring a daily 60-second faith clip with Rabbi Yigal Cohen. The short segment draws on Chovot HaLevavot and is presented as a brief spiritual encouragement video.

Kikar HaShabbat
Economy·28m ago

Report: China’s yuan network is helping Iran sidestep U.S. sanctions

A Wall Street Journal report says China’s expanding yuan-based payment system is helping Iran sell oil and bypass U.S. sanctions. The piece says the trend is reshaping global finance, reducing U.S. leverage, and prompting Washington to target Chinese banks and refineries.

Now 14
Economy·28m ago

Israel’s Next Growth Engine May Come From the Haredi Middle Class

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Calcalist
Culture·29m ago

Italian Menswear Goes Lighter as Milan Heatwave Shapes the Runways

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Ynet
Tech·33m ago

Figure AI's Robot Workforce Surpasses Its Human Staff

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Kikar HaShabbat
Culture·34m ago

From kitsch to design, how idols and saints became part of the living room

The article argues that portraits and symbols of pop stars, rabbis, and spiritual figures have moved from kitsch to mainstream interior design. It says the trend is especially visible in Israel, where homes increasingly mix nostalgia, faith, and personal identity with restrained, modern aesthetics.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·35m ago

Israel Worries Trump Is Pushing Syria Into the Hezbollah File

Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a special meeting on Syria and Lebanon after Donald Trump suggested Syria might take on Hezbollah. Israeli officials fear this could signal a real diplomatic move that would increase Syrian influence in Lebanon. Ahmed al-Sharaa denied any plan to wage war on Hezbollah.

Arutz Sheva·+4 outlets · 50% center
Politics·36m ago

Rubio Skips Israel on Gulf Trip to Calm Iran Deal Critics

Marco Rubio began a three-day Middle East trip focused on calming Gulf allies upset by a new interim deal with Iran. He skipped Israel entirely, even as Jerusalem protested concessions to Tehran. The tour starts in the UAE and continues to Kuwait.

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

Court Tosses Tattoo Defamation Suit Over Viral Instagram Feud

Haifa Magistrate’s Court rejected Adir Mizrahi’s defamation lawsuit against Ariela Simantov over an Instagram dispute about finger tattoos. Mizrahi was ordered to pay 10,000 shekels in costs after seeking 100,000 shekels, takedown of the video, and an apology. His lawyer said an appeal is being considered.

Walla
Culture·37m ago

Israeli Reality Show Couples Face Desire, Trauma, and Public Humiliation

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Walla
Health·38m ago

Beauty Clinics Are Moving Home, and Israel’s Geneo Wants to Lead the Shift

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Walla
Sports·38m ago

Noam Yaacov and Emmanuel Sharp Chase Second-Round NBA Draft Selection

Emmanuel Sharp and Noam Yaacov may be picked in Thursday night’s NBA Draft second round. Sharp is projected higher than Yaacov, while both could still end up with non-guaranteed or two-way NBA deals. Yaacov has already committed to Utah if he does not enter the NBA.

Walla
General·39m ago

Ofakim Rebuilds After October 7, With New Growth and a New Identity

Ofakim is rebuilding after the October 7 attack, when 48 residents were killed and residents fought back against terrorists. Mayor Itzik Danino says the city is now growing rapidly, tightening security and aiming to become Israel’s new center and agrotech capital.

Arutz Sheva
Politics·42m ago

Quiet Moves Reshape Settlement Policy in Hebron and the West Bank

A Hebrew article says quiet legal and administrative steps have transformed settlement policy in Hebron and across the West Bank. It highlights the Cave of the Patriarchs roof project, the transfer of planning powers in Hebron’s Area H2, and broader changes led by Smotrich, Strock, and the Settlement Administration.

Arutz Sheva
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Security05:45 · 1h ago

IDF chief tells religious Zionist rabbis the army still needs thousands of fighters

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir met yesterday with rabbis from the religious Zionist yeshiva world, the IDF Spokesperson said. The meeting also included Deputy Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Tamir Yadai, Ground Forces Commander Maj. Gen. Nadav Lotan, Military Advocate General Maj. Gen. Itai Ofir, Chief Military Rabbi Brig. Gen. Eyal Karim, and the head of the Planning and Personnel Directorate, Brig. Gen. Shai Tayeb.

During the discussion, the army’s manpower needs were presented, with emphasis on the growing demand for personnel because of current operational challenges and the scope of missions across the combat sectors. Zamir told the rabbis that the IDF is still short of thousands of fighters.

He also stressed that expanding the integration of women into key roles and combat positions is of “enormous operational importance,” and said the IDF will continue working to widen that integration.

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