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Politics·4m ago

Ronen Tzur Says He Will Not Run in the Democrats’ Primary

Ronen Tzur said he will not run in the Democrats party primary, citing what he described as extreme factions and dark tactics. The story also revealed that a defamatory message aimed at rival Nimrod Sheffer was sent from Sheffer’s own team, prompting Sheffer to apologize and accept responsibility.

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Politics·4m ago

Ronen Tzur Says He Will Skip the Democrats Party Primary

Ronen Tzur said he will not enter the Democrats party primary, citing what he called extreme factions and "dark and black methods." The article also says a smear message aimed at Nimrod Sheffer was traced to Sheffer's own camp, and Sheffer apologized publicly.

Mako
Security·11m 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
Security·12m ago

Sweden Warns Iran Is Still Recruiting Operatives Across Europe

Swedish intelligence says Iran is still recruiting operatives in Sweden and elsewhere in Europe for attacks on Jewish, Israeli, and American targets. The alleged campaign, using gang members for cash, has continued despite recent disrupted plots and will be discussed in Sweden’s next security report.

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Economy·15m 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
Politics·16m ago

New Gaza protest movement calls for July 26 uprising against Hamas

A new Gaza protest movement called the “July 26 Revolution” is urging residents to demonstrate against Hamas on Friday, July 26. Activists inside and outside Gaza say the protests are a grassroots response to war, displacement, and harsh living conditions, while Hamas security forces are reportedly on alert.

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Politics·19m 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
Culture·25m 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·27m ago

Sea Scooter Incident off Eilat Raised Security Alert After Jordan Border Approach

i24 revealed footage of a sea scooter incident off Eilat that occurred about three weeks ago near the Jordanian border. The craft ignored warnings, fire was opened, and it retreated, while authorities later suspected it may have been unmanned. Security has been heightened in Eilat since then.

Behadrei Haredim
General·27m 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·28m 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·28m 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·28m 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·29m 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
Security·35m 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·42m 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·42m 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·43m 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·45m 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.

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World·49m 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
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General16:05 · 1h ago

Pregnant Woman Seriously Hurt in Chain-Reaction Crash on Route 1 During Haredi Protest

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Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The story · English

A pregnant woman was seriously injured in a road accident on Route 1 after she drove into the back of a vehicle that was part of a Haredi protest convoy supporting draft evasion. The collision triggered a chain-reaction crash at the scene.

The woman, who was pregnant, was taken by ambulance to a hospital. No further details were provided about the extent of her injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the pileup.

The accident happened amid the protest march on one of Israel's main highways, where the convoy was traveling as part of the demonstration. The report said the crash occurred after she struck a car from behind, causing the multi-vehicle collision.

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