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General·7m ago

Hundreds Gather in Bnei Brak for Memorial Service for Rabbi Chaim Dov Haferin

A memorial and awakening service in Bnei Brak marked the end of shiva for Rabbi Chaim Dov Haferin, son of the Vaslui Rebbe and son-in-law of the Bohush Rebbe. Senior rabbis eulogized his righteousness and steadfast faith during a severe illness, before a large crowd of Hasidim, residents, and relatives.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Economy·8m ago

Globrands Loses JTI Distribution Rights After 25 Years

Globrands has lost its distribution rights for JTI’s Camel and Winston cigarettes after about 25 years. The company expects a 35 million shekel hit to annual net profit, while its shares fell 34% in Tel Aviv.

Calcalist
World·8m ago

Iranian Speaker Says Lebanon Ceasefire Matters as Much as Iran's

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said a ceasefire in Lebanon is as important to Tehran as one in Iran. He also said the “Islamabad memorandum of understanding” amounted to a declaration of U.S. defeat.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·17m ago

Ulpanah Students Celebrate Bar Mitzvah for Boy from Mixed Jewish-Muslim Background

Students at a southern Israeli ulpanah held a festive bar mitzvah for Yosef, a boy born to a Jewish mother and Muslim father who later returned to Judaism with his family. The event also featured the moving appearance of Uzi, a young man who recently chose to leave his Bedouin village and live with his mother. Yad L’Achim said it has supported both families for about 18 years.

Srugim
Economy·17m ago

Victory supermarket chain enters discounted fuel sales

Victory launched a new promotion on Wednesday offering discounted fuel cards for Sonol stations. The deal gives 55 agorot off per liter, with interest-free installment payments available. The move reflects how Israeli supermarket chains are expanding into nontraditional retail categories.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 50% center
General·18m ago

Suspects Detained in Probe Into Secret Child Marriages in Yavniel Community

Police detained several suspects in Yavniel over alleged involvement in secret child marriages in a closed community. Investigators say the weddings were hidden, poorly attended, and organized illegally, and they are also examining hospital records on underage births.

Ynet·+6 outlets · 57% center
Economy·18m ago

State audit exposes massive failures in budget control, assets and regulation

Israel’s State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman published harsh audit reports on Wednesday. He found major failures in budget oversight, state asset management, pensions, consumer protection, energy planning and Tax Authority security. The reports cite billions of shekels in losses and call for urgent structural change.

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General·18m ago

Rail cargo executive moved aside after repeated safety incidents, not fired

Israel Railways has removed freight vice president Israel Marco from his current role but will reassign him instead of firing him. The decision follows a renewed freight safety incident last week and comes after the August 2025 electrification crash that he allegedly handled improperly.

Calcalist·+3 outlets · 50% center
Sports·18m ago

Radinio Balker on the verge of a Maccabi Haifa move after a long injury comeback

Radinio Balker, a 27-year-old Huddersfield center back, is close to joining Maccabi Haifa for 300,000 euros. The Dutch-born Suriname international has overcome major injuries, including an ACL tear, and is seen as a possible replacement for Abdoulaye Seck. Haifa plan to integrate him gradually if the deal is completed.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Security·18m ago

ZAKA and Home Front Command Hold Joint Debrief After Iran War

ZAKA and the Israel Home Front Command held a joint study day this week to review lessons from the war with Iran and improve emergency coordination. Senior commanders from both sides met at ZAKA’s logistics center, heard operational briefings, and discussed tighter cooperation. Both sides said the partnership is crucial for fast, professional response in future crises.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·20m ago

EU Hosts Taliban Delegation in Brussels Amid Human Rights Backlash

The EU met Taliban representatives in Brussels for the first time to discuss returning rejected Afghan asylum seekers. The move, backed by several member states, drew condemnation from rights groups and prominent activists over legitimacy and women’s rights.

Ynet
Politics·22m ago

Alibaba Sues Pentagon Over China Military Link Designation

Alibaba is suing the U.S. government to be removed from the Pentagon’s 1260H list, which it says wrongly links it to China’s military. The company denies any military role, says it tried unsuccessfully to engage U.S. officials, and is seeking court intervention.

Walla
Politics·23m ago

State Comptroller Urges Fewer Coalition Budget Transfers After December Surge

State Comptroller Matanyahu Engelman called on the Finance Ministry to reduce and advance budget transfers to improve parliamentary oversight. His report said 77 transfers totaling 30.4 billion shekels were made in December 2024, up from 18.4 billion in December 2017. The report also found loopholes in the “Israeli Invoices” reform that could be used by criminals.

Ynet·+2 outlets
Economy·23m ago

State Comptroller Warns Israel Could Lose Energy Independence Within Two Decades

State Comptroller Matanyahu Engelman warned that Israel could lose energy independence in about 22 years. His report criticized the Energy Ministry over natural gas and LPG management failures, saying reserves may run out by the early 2050s and storage capacity is now zero. The report says Israel may need to import gas or shift to other energy sources.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 100% center
Economy·23m ago

State Auditor Warns of Soaring Civil Service Pension Costs

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman said the Civil Service Pensions Directorate has not adequately corrected problems found in a 2020 report. The audit said 14,000 retirees were not charged maximum tax, and budget-funded pension payments are projected to reach 41.73 billion shekels by 2039.

Ynet·+1 outlet
Economy·23m ago

Israeli regulators move to overhaul bank investment fees after record charges

Israeli regulators have unveiled a three-stage overhaul of bank investment fees after the big banks collected a record 3.5 billion shekels in trading fees in 2025. The reform will first change retail trading bundles and mortgage-advice billing, then cut fund distribution fees, and later convert management charges to fixed monthly pricing.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
Economy·23m ago

State audit says dirty trucks remain on the road as EV charging lags

A State Comptroller follow-up report says Israel has made only limited progress on vehicle pollution and electric mobility. The audit highlights aging trucks, weak clean-air enforcement, unresolved apartment-building charging rules, and inadequate infrastructure.

Calcalist·+1 outlet
Economy·23m ago

Israeli Banks’ Hidden Investment Advice Fees Could Soon Be Exposed

A joint Israeli regulatory task force wants bank investment-advice fees made transparent, after finding banks earn hidden commissions through mutual fund charges. The plan could open competition from outside advisers, but major legal changes are still needed and most clients say they would not pay directly.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Health·23m ago

Doctor Warns Nail Changes Can Signal Iron Deficiency

Dr. Amir Khan warned that changes in the nails, especially spoon-shaped nails, can point to iron deficiency or anemia. He said heavy periods, diet, celiac disease, bowel disease and some cancers can cause the condition, and people with symptoms should see a doctor for testing.

Walla
Economy·23m ago

Israel Came Days From Running Out of Cooking Gas, State Comptroller Warns

Israel came days from a cooking-gas shortage about six months ago when one ship’s arrival prevented a crisis. A State Comptroller report warns the country still lacks adequate storage and backup infrastructure, and could face a real shortage if supply is disrupted for more than 72 hours.

Walla·+1 outlet
Security·24m ago

Islamic Jihad militant killed in Israeli strike in southern Gaza

According to Gaza sources, Adam Abu Hadid, a senior operative in Palestinian Islamic Jihad’s military wing, was killed in an Israeli strike in al-Mawasi near Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The report gave no further details or confirmation.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·24m ago

Iran Tries to Fold Gaza Into Its Talks With Washington

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told a Hamas official that Gaza would be raised in Iran's talks with the United States. The move follows Tehran's earlier effort to tie the end of the Lebanon war to a deal with Washington.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Sports·27m 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
Culture·28m ago

Cable and satellite regulator blocks paid World Cup broadcasts on Hot and Yes

Israel’s Cable and Satellite Broadcasting Council ruled that Hot and Yes cannot charge extra for World Cup games shown on Charlton. The council said 34 matches from the group stage and round of 16 must be free to subscribers if they are not also available on Kan’s free channels.

Calcalist
General·33m 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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Politics06:45 · 1h ago

Goldknopf backs end to arrests but says a long-term fix needs new legislation

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

United Torah Judaism lawmaker and Agudat Yisrael chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf commented to ynet on the reported deal between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Shas leader Aryeh Deri and Degel HaTorah chairman Moshe Gafni. He said that if there is indeed a way to stop the arrests, that would be a welcome step.

At the same time, Goldknopf said he sees little chance of a lasting change from a legal standpoint unless the Knesset passes a law that clearly regulates the status of those described as "whose Torah is their profession." He added that he understands a durable solution cannot come without such legislation.

Addressing the demonstrations planned for today, Goldknopf said organizers are making sure to act in an orderly and responsible way. According to him, the protests are being coordinated fully with the Israel Police and carried out in line with its instructions.

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