CENTCOM said a precision airstrike in northwest Syria on June 19 killed senior ISIS commander Ali Hussein al-Olaivi. The U.S. military said the operation is part of its broader effort to stop militants who threaten Americans at home or abroad.
The IDF is investigating an intestinal illness that affected 65 Nahal soldiers and has launched containment measures at the base. Separately, 10 female lookout soldiers at Sde Yerocham suffered dehydration, while a soldier’s father alleged broader sanitation problems and poor treatment.
Israel has approved a national AI plan centered on sovereign infrastructure and a 100,000-GPU computing fleet. A leading researcher said the project could cost tens of billions of dollars and must focus on selected strengths rather than full technological self-reliance.
The article says a hard avocado can be ripened in 2 to 3 days by sealing it in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple. It warns against refrigerating it too early and gives tips to prevent browning after cutting.
The UN International Maritime Organization has started a plan to remove about 11,000 stranded seafarers from the Persian Gulf after the US-Iran war disrupted shipping. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz under a US-Iran understanding allows two lanes of traffic, but the long-term arrangement and possible fees remain unsettled.
Four people were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Route 293 near Sde Tzevi and taken to Soroka Medical Center. Three were listed in moderate condition and one in light condition.
Moshe Mizrahi has led a new bid to buy and delist InMode, valuing the company at about $950 million. The offer follows a failed 2026 sale process, while the company continues to post mixed results and holds $537 million in cash.
Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday during a record-chasing World Cup campaign. He is pursuing major milestones in scoring, assists, free kicks, titles, and club records for Argentina and Inter Miami.
Former MK Ram Shefa said on Wednesday he will enter the Democrats party primaries to seek a realistic place on its Knesset slate. After leaving direct politics since the war began on October 3, he has been leading rehabilitation work in the western Negev and Gaza envelope.
Brazilian fans have flooded social media with memes mocking Carlo Ancelotti for not starting Endrick at the 2026 World Cup. The coach says he is aware of the pressure, but insists the 19-year-old should be used only at the right moment.
Reuters says diplomats overseeing the International Criminal Court decided to seek the removal of prosecutor Karim Khan. The move stems from an inappropriate sexual relationship with a junior staff member and will go to a vote in New York on July 24.
Ami Group is buying Planet Rishon LeZion for about NIS 300 million and will rename it Ami Planet. The sale adds one of Israel’s biggest cinema and entertainment complexes to Shlomi Nahaisi’s expanding leisure and income-producing real estate portfolio.
Galei Hadar Water Park in Rishon LeZion and the Motis chain are launching a Thursday night outing concept combining water attractions and food. The event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at the Galei Hadar country club on David Remez Street.
Rabbi Shmuel Eliezer Stern has appealed for donations for an orphan bride and orphan groom who are getting married without any family or financial support. Kupat Ha'ir opened campaign 5778 and is asking for 400 shekels to help cover wedding and early household expenses.
A comparison of Zara prices in Israel and Europe found Israeli prices are often 90% higher, even after sales. The article says many shoppers now use foreign websites and shipping services because they can still save money.
Likud asked Israel’s High Court to dismiss petitions challenging the vote that elected State Comptroller Michael Ravilo. The party says the opposition violated prior voting agreements and is using the court to overturn a political defeat. Likud also warned the ruling could create a broader precedent affecting future elections.
Israel’s state comptroller says weak registration and reporting rules for partnerships are costing the treasury about NIS 340 million a year. The report cites widespread non-registration, missing partner declarations, major data mismatches and minimal enforcement by the Tax Authority.
An arbitration ruling ordered Israeli singer Benaya Barbi to pay former manager Or Marmelstein about 5.3 million shekels. The decision found Barbi ended their management deal in bad faith and without justification. Both sides issued sharply contrasting reactions after the five-year dispute.
Bnei Yehuda, the women’s National League champions, was initially denied promotion for failing financial criteria. After receiving a special extension, it met the deadline, secured approval, and is expected to return to the Premier League.
Trump told Fox News that IAEA and U.S. inspectors will be allowed into uranium sites. He said there is "no pressure" on the issue, despite Iran's official stance. The report gives no details on timing or enforcement.
The article says the Israeli stock market has weakened since early May as war-related and geopolitical tailwinds fade. It warns that foreign inflows, defense stocks, energy shares and banking support may all be losing momentum, though Israel may still regain strength if conditions change.
It also argues that the best “home port” for investors is a diversified portfolio, not either Tel Aviv or New York.
Trump said Tehran told Washington it would not charge ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that if the claim is false, U.S.-Iran negotiations will end immediately.
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Hagar Izak Levy is suing fertility specialist Prof. Yaakov לברון for up to NIS 2.5 million over alleged negligence in the Georgia egg-import affair. She says unlawful embryo storage and other misconduct ruined her treatment and caused severe emotional harm, while the Health Ministry says disciplinary action is still possible.
Testimony opened in the food market price-fixing case against senior executives, including Victori’s Yossi Rabid and Yochananof’s Eitan Yochananof. The prosecution presented WhatsApp messages and phone evidence suggesting Rabid pushed suppliers to raise prices across competing chains before raising his own. Defense lawyers denied wrongdoing and said such negotiations are standard in the market.
The article says Donald Trump twice misread how markets and economies adapt to disruption, first regarding Iran and then regarding the Strait of Hormuz. It argues he accepted exaggerated collapse forecasts, made a humiliating deal, and damaged U.S. deterrence and global influence.
France confirmed its first Ebola case in the current African outbreak in a doctor who returned from Congo. He was isolated and contact tracing began, while officials said the wider public risk remains low. The outbreak in Congo has surpassed 1,000 infections and 267 deaths, with concern over spread in cities and displacement camps.
Beginning at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, ultra-Orthodox “car protest” convoys are expected to cause major traffic jams nationwide, especially on Highway 6. Police are warning drivers to avoid the affected routes and use alternatives where possible.
Chris Jones has left Hapoel Tel Aviv and signed with Red Star Belgrade. The move was announced on Wednesday after the regular season, and he becomes the Serbian club's first summer signing under new leadership.
A child in Israel’s Sharon region was diagnosed with spotted fever, and doctors are checking three more children for the same tick-borne illness. All four had fever and rash, two were hospitalized, and the cluster was reported to the Health Ministry.
David Ezra, suspected of attacking women randomly in Tel Aviv’s Florentin neighborhood, will be released on bail under restrictive conditions. Police and the court moved the case forward after three alleged incidents and a prior order to state whether charges would be filed.
Plassonmore announced a strategic U.S. distribution deal with Ouma Health for its home ultrasound product, sending the stock sharply higher. The company says the partnership will embed its device in Ouma’s telemedicine pregnancy-monitoring services, though financial terms were not disclosed.
Former minister Gilad Erdan has resigned from Israel Aerospace Industries as speculation grows that he may reenter politics. He told board members he is in “days of making significant decisions,” while reports say he is considering a new party or alliance ahead of the 2026 elections.
Tehran authorities are evicting war-displaced residents from hotel rooms even though reconstruction has not started. The city says 51,000 homes were damaged and 1,819 need full rebuilding, but the Iranian daily Sharq says no reconstruction responsibility has been settled.
A 23-year-old man was moderately injured in a two-car accident on Rashi Street in Ashdod. He received first aid from Union Hatzalah and was evacuated to a hospital.
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Police arrested a nursing student from the Hadera area over suspicion she assaulted an elderly resident at a care facility in the city. She is also suspected of abusing helpless persons, and a court extended her detention until tomorrow.
Organizers of a major car-convoy protest in Israel released an official song for the demonstration. The single was made to boost morale and broadcast the protest message from loudspeakers on thousands of cars. Dov Friedman sang the track, and Israel Goldknopf handled the arrangement.
Slate has unveiled the final specs for its modular electric pickup, priced from $24,950 and scheduled for first deliveries in late 2026. The truck offers multiple body styles, extensive customization, 330 kilometers of range, and a 10-year warranty.
Bnei Yehuda Sign Striker Stav Nahmani for the Coming Season
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Bnei Yehuda announced on Wednesday that it has signed striker Stav Nahmani for the upcoming season, with an option for an additional year. The club described the move as a notable addition for the orange side.