Haredi protesters clash with drivers near Kiryat Ono, bus door struck with whip

Politics·3m ago

New poll shows Netanyahu’s Likud ahead, Bennett-Lapid alliance slipping

A News 13 poll shows Likud leading with 23 seats, Eisenkot’s party rising to 20, and the Bennett-Lapid list falling to 15. The survey also says Trump’s standing with Israelis has weakened, and most respondents oppose following the Lebanon ceasefire.

Channel 13·+1 outlet · 100% center

Culture·4m ago

Kaliv Hasidim Mark Liberation Day of the Kaliver Rebbe at Har Shmuel

Kaliv Hasidim marked the liberation day of the Kaliver Rebbe at Har Shmuel in an emotional ceremony led by the current rebbe. He praised his grandfather’s survival, rebuilding after the Holocaust, and urged preserving Kaliv traditions and melodies. The gathering ended with prayers at the tomb of Samuel the Prophet.

Kikar HaShabbat

Security·4m ago

Shin Bet chief orders removal of memorial board for October 7 fallen operatives

Shin Bet chief David Zini ordered the removal of a memorial board honoring operatives killed on October 7. Shin Bet said the display of only some of the fallen “lessens the failure” and said it wants to honor all the dead appropriately.

Channel 13·+5 outlets · 83% center

Politics·5m ago

Shlomo Filber faces hearing as prosecutors weigh ending state witness deal

Prosecutors held a hearing Wednesday for state witness Shlomo Filber and are reportedly considering canceling his deal and possibly indicting him. The move comes amid claims he lied in testimony and while his lawyer also represents Benjamin Netanyahu in Case 4000.

Channel 13

Politics·8m ago

Netanyahu Promises Fast Track for Ultra-Orthodox Draft-Related Bills After Voting Boycott

Netanyahu told ultra-Orthodox parties that draft-related legislation will move quickly next week, after their voting boycott forced the Knesset to cancel a session. Legal officials, however, say the arrest-related bill is unlikely to pass legal muster, while protests against draft-arrest enforcement disrupted traffic across Israel.

Kan News·+8 outlets · 56% center

Sports·8m ago

Zalgiris Builds an Ambitious New EuroLeague Roster

Zalgiris is rebuilding after losing Sylvain Francisco and Moses Wright, but it is assembling a deep roster for next season. The club has already locked in Azuolas Tubelis and added Saben Lee and Marius Grigonis, while Jonas Valanciunas, Carsen Edwards and Sterling Brown may still join.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Sports·9m ago

Emmanuel Sharp and Noam Yaacov Trending Toward NBA Draft Selection

Emmanuel Sharp and Noam Yaacov are both trending toward NBA Draft selection next week, with Sharp possibly going in the first round. Sharp’s shooting and defense make him a fit for contenders, while Yaacov’s recent rise has put him on second-round boards and possibly into a late draft spot or undrafted path.

Mako·+2 outlets · 100% center

Sports·10m ago

Nikola Jokic Appears Slimmer Than Ever as Serbia Prepares for World Cup Qualifiers

Nikola Jokic is set to play for Serbia in the next World Cup qualifying window and has drawn attention for a dramatically slimmer appearance. Serbian media also highlighted his strict offseason training and his comments about feeling responsible for EuroBasket 2025 disappointment.

Mako·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·13m ago

Mass car protest over arrests of yeshiva students ends after four hours, amid violent incidents

Nearly 10,000 vehicles joined a Wednesday protest in Israel against arrests of yeshiva students, and the organizers ended it after more than four hours. The day was marred by serious violence, including a gun pointed at protesters, an alleged choking assault on Beitar Illit’s deputy mayor, and a truck driver’s attack on a convoy car.

Kikar HaShabbat

General·13m ago

Thousands Join Slow, Disruptive Car Protest Over Arrests of Yeshiva Students

Nearly 10,000 vehicles joined a historic car protest on Sunday afternoon over the arrest of yeshiva students. The demonstration caused slow convoys in several places and included violent attacks on protesters at multiple locations.

Kikar HaShabbat·+8 outlets · 50% center

Politics·14m ago

Report: Yonatan Urich Knew of the Feldstein Arrest Before Changing His Phone

A report says Yonatan Urich falsely told police he did not know about Eli Feldstein’s arrest or the investigation when he changed his phone and deleted messages. The Prime Minister’s Office was informed on October 27, 2024, before Urich replaced the device, according to the report.

Srugim

Security·14m ago

Israeli defense establishment readies for renewed fighting in Yemen

Israel’s defense establishment is preparing operationally for a possible renewed campaign against the Houthis in Yemen. Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened the group’s leadership after recent Houthi attacks and warnings against Israeli shipping in the Red Sea.

Now 14·+2 outlets · 67% center

Sports·15m ago

Brazil and Scotland World Cup Match in Miami May Be Delayed by Lightning

Brazil and Scotland’s World Cup match in Miami could be delayed by thunderstorms and lightning. U.S. safety rules require an immediate stoppage if lightning is within 13 kilometers, and a longer delay could force a 24-hour postponement.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·18m ago

Ex-ISA Chief Says He Briefed Netanyahu on Feldstein Arrest, and He Reacted in Surprise

Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar said he personally informed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the arrest of Eli Feldstein shortly after it happened. Bar said Netanyahu reacted with surprise, while the arrest remained under a gag order and reached the Prime Minister’s Office quickly.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·19m ago

Netanyahu Withdraws Backing for Aconis, Backs Eyal Hazon for Jewish National Fund Chair

Benjamin Netanyahu withdrew support for Ofir Akunis to chair Keren Hayesod and backed Eyal Hazon instead. The move, which sources say was heavily influenced by Sara Netanyahu, comes amid objections from liberal Zionist bodies and leaves Akunis in his New York consular post for now.

Calcalist·+2 outlets · 50% center

Sports·22m ago

Before the 22nd Maccabiah, a look back at the games’ most iconic Jewish sports moments

The 22nd Maccabiah opens next Wednesday at Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem. A retrospective highlights iconic appearances by Aly Raisman, Agnes Keleti, Jason Lezak and Tal Brody. The 2026 games will run July 1 to 13 with more than 8,000 athletes from about 45 countries.

Ynet

Sports·22m ago

IOC Approves New $10,000 Olympic Athlete Grant and Broader Reform Package

The IOC approved a new $10,000 grant for every Olympic athlete after they compete, starting with Milan 2026 participants. It also adopted new rules for Olympic sport selection, host-city bidding, and political neutrality at its 146th session in Lausanne.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Politics·22m ago

Ronen Tzur quits Democrats primary, slams party as too close to Ofer Cassif

Ronen Tzur has withdrawn from the Democrats party primary and denounced the party as too close to Ofer Cassif. His exit follows a report that smear texts against rival Nimrod Sheffer were sent by Sheffer’s own spokesman, prompting Sheffer to apologize and take responsibility.

Behadrei Haredim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning

Politics·22m ago

Report: Former senior ministers discuss joining Gideon Sa'ar's new party

Gilad Erdan resigned as chairman of Israel Aerospace Industries and is now exploring a new political party. Reports say he, Yuli Edelstein and Ayelet Shaked have held advanced talks about a joint run in the next Knesset election, though no decisions have been made.

Srugim·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning

General·24m ago

Dashcam Video Shows High-Speed Crash Near Kalansuwa Entrance

A serious crash on Route 5614 near Kalansuwa, captured on camera, left a 55-year-old man badly hurt and a woman in her 50s moderately injured. Magen David Adom evacuated both to Meir Hospital in Kfar Saba after the 8:59 p.m. call.

Now 14

Politics·27m ago

Jonathan Urich Mocks Ronen Tzur After His Rapid Exit From Labor Primaries

Jonathan Urich mocked Ronen Tzur on social media after Tzur quit The Democrats party primaries just nine days after joining. The exchange follows Tzur’s earlier attack on Urich over the Qatargate affair and Urich’s past campaign to mock him.

Now 14

World·28m ago

Netanyahu Holds Urgent Meeting After Trump Says Syria Could Handle Lebanon

Benjamin Netanyahu held a special meeting after Donald Trump said Syria could handle Hezbollah in Lebanon. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa then said Trump’s remarks were misread and denied any plan for immediate Syrian military deployment. Trump also warned Iran to restrain Hezbollah or face another strong U.S. strike.

Channel 13·+7 outlets · 57% center

Politics·30m ago

Knesset legal adviser challenges reported Netanyahu deal with ultra-Orthodox parties

Knesset legal adviser Shagit Afek is opposing a reported Netanyahu deal with ultra-Orthodox parties over legislation linked to dissolving the Knesset. Shas and United Torah Judaism later denied there was any formal deal, while opposition leaders attacked the arrangement as harmful to Israel.

Channel 13

Politics·33m ago

Akiva Novik Says Public Anger at Haredim Is Growing After Draft Protests

Akiva Novik said Thursday that rising anger toward Haredim is growing more justified because of their anti-draft protests. His comments came as hundreds of Haredi vehicles slowed traffic on major highways during a protest against conscription laws.

Srugim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning

Culture·34m ago

Satmar Rebbe Uses Relic of the 'Vayoel Moshe' During a Beloved Shabbat Gathering

The Satmar Rebbe spent Shabbat with hundreds of yeshiva students at Camp Dovrei Yoel in the Catskills. He joined a mass Talmud study session, heard remarks from his son Rabbi Yaakov Ber Teitelbaum, and later used a relic from the late author of Vayoel Moshe during Havdalah.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·35m ago

Actor Dani Shteg Brings a New Torah Scroll Into Tel Aviv Synagogue

Actor Dani Shteg brought a Torah scroll into the GRA Synagogue in Tel Aviv on Wednesday evening. The ceremony took place on HaYarkon Street opposite the beach, where Shteg now serves in multiple synagogue roles. The article says his religious return began in the late 1990s and that he is now a learned man.

Srugim

Politics·35m ago

Sephardi rabbis urge Rabbi David Yosef to apologize to women after remarks on ritual immersion

A group of Sephardi rabbis wrote to Chief Rabbi David Yosef on Wednesday, criticizing his comments about women’s ritual immersion and calling on him to apologize. They said his recent statements and earlier positions on women risk harm, division, and public desecration of God’s name.

Srugim

Economy·36m ago

Varonis Shares Jump on Report of Possible Sale to Private Equity

Varonis shares rose 7.1% after Bloomberg reported the Israeli cybersecurity company is considering a sale. Blackstone, Thoma Bravo and Vista Equity Partners have shown initial interest, while the company is also navigating a shift to SaaS and strong first-quarter results.

Globes

Security·39m ago

Violent clashes erupt during car protest on Highway 1 over draft crisis

Video from Wednesday’s car protest on Highway 1 shows armed and violent confrontations tied to the conscription crisis. A driver aimed a handgun at protesters, a police officer pointed a rifle at a protester, and journalist Yaki Adamker said a truck driver rammed his car and threatened him. The organizers demanded immediate police action.

Behadrei Haredim

Politics·39m ago

Netanyahu Finishes Testimony as Trial Enters Defense Stage

Benjamin Netanyahu finished testifying in his corruption trial at the Tel Aviv District Court after 18 months. The article says the prosecution gained more from his testimony than the defense, and the case now moves to the defense witness phase. It adds that the trial could run into 2028 unless the defense finishes quickly.

Walla·+8 outlets · 67% center

Economy·42m ago

Elon Musk Falls Below $1 Trillion After Sharp Drop in SpaceX and Tesla-Linked Wealth

Elon Musk has lost his trillionaire status after a steep drop in SpaceX shares and new restrictions on Tesla stock reduced his fortune to about $962 billion. Despite the decline, he remains the world’s richest person.

Behadrei Haredim·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning

Security·43m ago

Truck Driver Hits Car of 'The Patriots' Panelist Amid Ultra-Orthodox Protest Disruptions

On Wednesday, a truck driver hit the car of Yaki Adamker during an ultra-Orthodox protest that blocked major highways. The protest began at 4:00 p.m., triggered severe traffic jams on Highways 1 and 6, and led to violent clashes in several places.

Now 14

Security·43m ago

IDF Strikes Suspects in South Lebanon After Repeated Threats Near Ali Tahar Ridge

The IDF struck suspects in southern Lebanon after they crossed the security zone in the Ali Tahar ridge area and threatened Israeli troops. The army said this was the third such incident in 48 hours, amid repeated clashes with Hezbollah operatives in the same sector. Defense Minister Israel Katz also said Israel will not withdraw from southern Lebanon.

Srugim·+6 outlets · 57% right-leaning

Security·44m ago

Former General Says 2018 Army Readiness Report Was Buried Before October 7

Retired General Yitzhak Brik said Gadi Eisenkot hid a 2018 report warning that the IDF was unprepared for war. Speaking in Jerusalem, Brik blamed long-term neglect, outsourcing, and spending choices for the failures exposed on October 7.

Now 14

Security·44m ago

Driver Seen Pointing Gun at Haredi Protesters on Highway 1

A driver was filmed pointing a handgun at Haredi protesters during a vehicle convoy on Highway 1 between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Protest organizers called it a murder threat and demanded immediate police action. No shots were fired.

Kikar HaShabbat

Culture·46m ago

Large Memorial Event for the Or HaChaim Held at Hayei Aharon Institutions

The Hayei Aharon institutions in Gafna Halls held a memorial celebration for the Or HaChaim this week. The event included the dedication of the Tehilat Efrayim kollel, a public prayer, a siyum, and speeches by leading rabbis and local officials.

Behadrei Haredim

Sports·47m ago

Lakers Eye Cleveland’s Jarrett Allen in Potential LeBron James Reunion Deal

Reports say the Lakers are very interested in Cleveland center Jarrett Allen as part of a possible LeBron James sign-and-trade. The move could send James to the Cavaliers and give Los Angeles a center to pair with Luka Doncic.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Tech·48m ago

Google Chrome Gets Smarter Autofill for IDs, Flights and Vehicles

Google is expanding Chrome autofill so it can use data from Google Wallet for IDs, passports, driver’s licenses, flights and vehicle details. The feature rolls out with Chrome 150 on desktop, Android and iOS, with user approval required before any data is filled.

Behadrei Haredim

Health·48m ago

4-Year-Old Girl Critically Hurt After Scorpion Sting Near Kseifa

A 4-year-old girl was stung by a scorpion near Kseifa on Route 31 and is in serious, unstable condition. Magen David Adom treated her at the scene and took her to Soroka Medical Center after the 6:31 p.m. emergency call.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 50% center

Economy·51m ago

Reports in Iran Say Bank Access Is Down Nationwide, with ATMs and Card Terminals Offline

Reports from Iran say at least eight commercial banks have halted service, while ATMs and card terminals are malfunctioning nationwide. The disruption has affected shopping, fuel sales and other daily transactions, and officials have not clearly identified the cause.

Globes

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