Netanyahu Trial Judges Order Faster Pace After the Holidays

General·1m ago

Bnei Brak Mourns Death of Beloved Hasidic Entertainer Rabbi Betzalel Alter Cohen Diem

Rabbi Betzalel Alter Cohen Diem of Bnei Brak died after a severe illness. He was widely known in Hasidic circles for bringing joy to grooms, rabbis, and admorim, and funeral details will be announced later.

Kikar HaShabbat

Security·9m ago

Israel-Lebanon talks on IDF withdrawal advance, but key details remain unsettled

Israel and Lebanon are continuing U.S.-hosted talks in Washington on an IDF pullback from southern Lebanon. Officials say the atmosphere is positive, but the parties still disagree on pilot zones, withdrawal timing, and the pace of the move. Separately, the U.S. is planning a ceasefire-violations mechanism with Iran and Qatar, but without Israel.

Kan News·+2 outlets · 67% center

Sports·10m ago

Argentina May Rest Most Starters Against Jordan, With Messi’s Role Unclear

Argentina is expected to heavily rotate its lineup for the final group-stage match against Jordan at the 2026 World Cup. Dibu Martinez is likely to keep his place, while Lionel Messi is expected to play but his role is not yet clear.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center

Economy·13m ago

Ratio Petroleum Seeks to Buy Pharos for About $410 Million

Ratio Energy, through Ratio Petroleum, wants to buy Pharos for 104 million pounds, or about 410 million shekels. The target has producing oil and gas assets in Egypt and Vietnam, and the deal still requires shareholder, court, and regulatory approvals.

Calcalist

World·15m ago

Trump Says War Is Going Well and Iran Is Making Major Concessions

Donald Trump told reporters the war is going well and that his side is winning. He said Iran is making “very large concessions” and added, “We will see what happens.”

Ynet

Politics·16m ago

Poll Shows Eisenkot Gaining as Bennett and Lapid Slide

A new Kan 11 poll shows Likud still leading with 24 seats, while Gadi Eisenkot climbs to 22. Bennett and Lapid fall to 16 each, and the opposition bloc edges ahead of the coalition.

Srugim·+2 outlets · 67% center

Politics·17m ago

Ultra-Orthodox protest convoy organizers end demonstration, warn of further steps

Organizers of protest convoys against arrests of ultra-Orthodox draft evaders said they are ending the demonstration. They demanded the release of detainees, an end to arrests, and cancellation of measures against yeshiva students, while warning of further unexpected actions if ignored.

Ynet·+1 outlet

Security·18m ago

U.S. Central Command chief due in Israel for security talks

Adm. Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, is due in Israel tomorrow. He is expected to meet top Israeli defense officials to discuss Iran, intelligence, regional threats, Lebanon, and Hezbollah.

Ynet

Politics·19m ago

Tax Authority to move against tax breaks for yeshivas tied to draft dodgers

Israel’s Tax Authority is preparing to revoke tax benefits from Haredi yeshivas that include draft dodgers. The move follows guidance from Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and comes amid a parallel push by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to restore those benefits.

Kan News

Culture·23m 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·23m 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·23m 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

General·25m ago

Hasidic Protesters Help Police Car After Flat Tire at Haifa Entrance

Hasidic drivers participating in a car protest at the entrance to Haifa stopped to help a police officer with a flat tire. They changed the wheel on his patrol car and let him continue driving, and people at the scene said the mood was positive.

Behadrei Haredim

Politics·26m ago

Transcript Shows Netanyahu Aide Denied Knowing About Feldstein Arrest, Despite Earlier Briefings

Transcripts from Jonathan Urich’s interrogation show him denying he deleted evidence or knew about the Feldstein investigation. The article says his claim that nobody in the Prime Minister’s Office knew about the arrest until it appeared in the media conflicts with the timeline. Ronen Bar reportedly briefed Benjamin Netanyahu on the arrest on October 27, 2024, and the case began leaking by October 30.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning

Politics·26m 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·26m 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

Economy·26m ago

Xpeng P7+ Targets Tesla Model 3 With Larger EV Sedan Priced at NIS 200,000

Xpeng is launching the P7+ in Israel for about NIS 200,000, taking aim at the Tesla Model 3. The larger electric sedan offers 530 km of range, strong standard equipment and a single trim, but it enters a weakening EV sedan market.

Walla·+2 outlets · 100% center

Sports·27m 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·28m 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·31m 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·31m 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

Security·32m 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·33m 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·36m 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·37m 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·40m 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·40m 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·40m 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·40m 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·42m 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·45m 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·47m 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·48m 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·51m 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·52m 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·53m 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·53m 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·54m 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·57m 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·57m 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

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