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Sports·4m ago

Glazer’s Expected Arrival Could Shape Beitar Jerusalem’s Transfer Plans

Beitar Jerusalem expect Dan Glazer to join eventually, but negotiations, compensation issues and his Kairat contract may delay the move. His arrival would likely push the club toward signing a foreign striker, while the team also continues searching for an Israeli left back and heads to a Bulgaria training camp next week.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·4m ago

State pensions office flagged for manual paperwork, service and tax failures

Israel’s State Comptroller criticized the Pensions Administration in the Finance Ministry for still using manual retirement procedures, poor customer service, and tax and benefit failures. The office paid about NIS 15 billion in 2024 to 120,000 retirees and, according to the report, has not yet launched a digital retirement system.

Calcalist
Sports·5m ago

Jared Harper extends with Hapoel Jerusalem through 2028/29

Jared Harper has signed a three-year extension with Hapoel Jerusalem, keeping him at the club through 2028/29. The league and EuroCup MVP will earn $1.7 million per season after helping Jerusalem reach recent cup and playoff finals.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
General·6m ago

Police Raid Breslov Community in Yavne'el Over Suspected Child Marriages

Police in northern Israel raided several Breslov-linked sites in Yavne'el on Wednesday after a months-long covert probe into suspected illegal child marriages. More than 20 related births over the past three years were also identified, and multiple suspects, including minors, were taken in for questioning.

Kikar HaShabbat·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
General·10m ago

Air Europa to Resume Flights to Israel on June 29

Air Europa will resume flights to Israel on June 29 after months of delays and suspension since the war began. The airline will restore routes to Barcelona and Madrid, as foreign carriers gradually return despite ongoing operational and security challenges.

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Security·10m ago

Trapped Drone Found in Segev Shalom Foils Suspected Assassination Plot

Police found an explosive drone hidden in a car in Segev Shalom on Wednesday and say it was likely meant for an immediate assassination. A bomb disposal expert neutralized the device, and investigators are now examining links to clan violence in the Negev and possible theft from IDF bases.

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Sports·10m ago

Maccabi Tel Aviv Wins a Remarkable 58th Title as the Underdog

Maccabi Tel Aviv captured its 58th championship and a domestic double after defeating Hapoel Tel Aviv in a dramatic final series. The win was credited mainly to coach Oded Katash, clutch contributions from a short rotation, and Roman Sorkin’s decisive three-pointer. The article says Hapoel’s roster strategy failed, while Maccabi still needs more talent for Europe.

Walla·+7 outlets · 63% center
Economy·12m ago

Goldman Sachs Sees Faster EV Adoption Pressuring Oil Demand by 2027

Goldman Sachs says faster electric vehicle adoption, led by China, could reduce global oil demand by 320,000 barrels a day by the end of 2027. The bank cut its Brent forecast to $75 a barrel for 2027 and warned prices could sink into the mid-$50s if demand weakens further.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·19m ago

Taliban Delegation Makes First Official Visit to the EU in Rare Brussels Meeting

Taliban representatives met EU officials in Brussels for the first official such meeting on EU soil since 2021. The talks focused on migrant returns and consular issues, drawing sharp criticism over any appearance of legitimizing the Taliban. The EU says the meeting was technical and did not amount to recognition.

Mako·+3 outlets · 75% center
Security·19m ago

IDF Prepares for Postwar Security Arrangements in Lebanon

Israeli security officials say parts of southern Lebanon could eventually be transferred to Lebanese Army control, but IDF forces remain deployed and are still fighting militants. The 36th Division reported several armed encounters on the Ali al-Taher ridge, while tunnel work there has been temporarily paused.

Arutz Sheva·+3 outlets · 50% center
Sports·20m ago

Hapoel Haifa Eye 21-Year-Old Malian Midfielder for Defensive Midfield Role

Hapoel Haifa is considering 21-year-old Malian midfielder Ciek Omar Keita to reinforce its defensive midfield for the 2026/27 season. Keita most recently played for Hatta Club in the UAE second division, and the club is also adding young players this window.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·22m ago

Naftali Bennett Explains Why His Politics Shifted

Naftali Bennett said his politics changed because the “underdog” in Israel has shifted from the right to high-tech circles in Herzliya and Tel Aviv. He also defended his right-wing identity after criticism over settlements and illegal construction, saying he remains right-wing but will not act foolishly.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Health·24m ago

Dr. Shira Baram, Leading Israeli Fertility Specialist, Dies at 47

Dr. Shira Baram, a prominent Israeli fertility and IVF specialist, died after a sudden cardiac event at her home in Kfar Yehezkel. She was rushed in critical condition to Emek Medical Center in Afula, where doctors tried to save her, and colleagues and patients later flooded social media with tributes.

Arutz Sheva·+2 outlets · 67% center
Security·30m ago

Police Officer to Be Questioned Under Caution Over Video From Haredi Protest

Israel’s Police Internal Investigations Department has summoned a Tel Aviv District officer for questioning under caution after video showed him using violence against Haredi protesters. The department is also preparing to question more officers over alleged violence during recent Haredi demonstrations.

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Politics·35m ago

Trump's approval sinks as Americans doubt Iran ceasefire deal

A Reuters-Ipsos poll found Donald Trump’s approval at 34%, his lowest in his second term. Americans were broadly skeptical of the June 17 Iran ceasefire and of whether the war was worth the cost. The numbers also raise Republican worries ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Sports·35m ago

England Held by Ghana as Declan Rice Injury Fears Grow

England drew 0-0 with defensive Ghana at the World Cup after beating Croatia 4-2 in their opener. Declan Rice was seen limping afterward with a bandaged left shin, raising doubts about his availability against Panama.

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

Black Market Prices for Nvidia Banned Chips Surge in China

Black market prices for banned Nvidia chips have surged in China as demand stays strong and supply is disrupted. Servers and older AI chips now cost far more than they did months ago, while U.S. investigations and export controls are making trading riskier.

Calcalist
General·38m 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
Politics·40m ago

Haifa Pride Police Plan to Bar Anti-Ben Gvir Shirts, Despite Police Chief's Stance

Police officers in Israel’s Coastal District said they would bar anti-Ben Gvir shirts from Haifa’s Pride parade on Thursday. The comments, captured in recordings, appear to conflict with Police Commissioner Daniel Levy’s recent apology after a similar Tel Aviv incident. District commander Yechiel Bohadana said the officers were wrong and that policy is set by the commissioner.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·41m 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.

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Security05:53 · 2h ago

IDF Chief Tells Religious Zionist Rabbis the Army Still Needs Thousands of Fighters

Religious
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
The story · English

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir met yesterday with rabbis from the religious Zionist yeshiva world. He told them that the Israel Defense Forces still lacks thousands of fighters and needs every soldier and soldier, male and female, to carry out missions and preserve the achievements of the campaign amid operational challenges and the breadth of fighting across all sectors.

Zamir also expressed appreciation for the contribution of yeshiva and pre-military academy students to the IDF over the years and during the war. He said he would continue strengthening enforcement of the joint service order and other routine regulations.

The rabbis said they would keep educating for meaningful military service. They also raised the need for every observant soldier to be able to serve in a way that matches his or her beliefs.

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