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Politics·5m ago

IDF to Build Haredi Training Base in Jordan Valley Amid Draft Crisis

The IDF will build a Haredi training base in the Jordan Valley for all ultra-Orthodox service tracks, at a cost of tens of millions of shekels. The announcement followed mass protests against draft enforcement, which caused major traffic disruptions and injuries, while Haredi politicians vowed continued resistance.

Channel 13
Security·9m ago

Israel Worried Trump May Sell F-35 Jets to Turkey, Citing Risks to Air Force Freedom of Action

Israeli defense officials are alarmed by Donald Trump’s indication that he may sell F-35 jets to Turkey, warning it could hurt the Israeli Air Force’s freedom of action. The report also says uncertainty continues over Israel’s presence in Lebanon, while U.S. Central Command’s chief met Eyal Zamir to coordinate against Hezbollah and Iran.

Channel 13·+1 outlet · 50% center
Security·15m ago

Two Motorcyclists Killed Near Golani Junction Identified

Yad Asala and Ahmad Faqra, both about 25, were killed while riding a motorcycle on Highway 65 near the Golani Junction. Both were residents of Bu'ayna Nujidat in the Lower Galilee.

Ynet·+2 outlets · 67% right-leaning
Security·19m ago

16-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Shot in Jaffa

Imad Jaabari, 16, died after being shot on Ibn Rushd Street in Jaffa. The article says he was shot near Giv'at HaAliya Park and offers no additional details.

Ynet·+7 outlets · 75% center
Economy·23m ago

Apple raises MacBook and iPad prices amid surging AI memory demand

Apple raised prices Thursday on several MacBook and iPad models, citing surging AI-driven demand for memory chips. Some products increased by up to $300, after CEO Tim Cook had warned earlier this month that price hikes were unavoidable.

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World·41m ago

Gulf States Say Iran’s Missile Program Must Be Part of Peace Talks

The United States and Gulf states issued a joint declaration on Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon. They said no one should be forced out of Gaza, any departures must be voluntary and reversible, and talks for lasting peace must address Iran’s missiles and allied missiles. They also called for the full disarmament of non-state armed groups in Lebanon.

Ynet
Politics·43m ago

Father of slain Nova festival victim to run in Likud primaries

Eli Shteyvi, father of Nova festival victim Idan Shteyvi, plans to run in the Likud primaries. He said his son’s memory drives him to seek public service and national unity. Idan, 28, was murdered on October 7 and his body was later returned to Israel in a secret operation.

Channel 13
Politics·51m ago

Family of slain Shin Bet worker slams Zini over memorial removal

Amit Idan, whose relatives Roee and Samdar Idan were killed on October 7 in Kfar Aza, condemned Shin Bet chief David Zini for ordering a memorial display for fallen Shin Bet members removed. Shin Bet said the display should not replace the full memorial wall, while another bereaved mother and October Council activist also denounced the move. The article recalls the Idan family’s killings and the rescue and later abduction of their daughter Abigail.

Walla·+8 outlets · 67% center
Politics·53m ago

Leading Rabbis Back Call for Silent Study Periods in Israeli Yeshivot

Leading Israeli rabbis have endorsed Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch’s call for kollel students to keep silent for the first 30 minutes of first seder until the High Holidays. The initiative, tied to spiritual strengthening against enemies of Judaism, has been circulated widely and will be followed by another gathering at Rabbi Dov Lando’s home.

Behadrei Haredim
Sports·58m ago

Could Portland Be Cut Out of a Jeremy Grant Deal to Minnesota?

Minnesota’s reshaped roster may make Portland forward Jeremy Grant a trade target. The Timberwolves could pursue him via a deal, while Charlotte’s new $40 million trade exception opens other major options around the league.

N12·+1 outlet · 100% center
Politics·59m ago

Journalist Slams House Arrest for Man Who Brandished Gun at Ultra-Orthodox Protesters

Ynet police reporter Liran Tamari criticized a Jerusalem court decision to release to house arrest a man suspected of brandishing a gun at ultra-Orthodox protesters. He argued the ruling could legitimize dangerous conduct and asked whether the same reasoning would apply if the incident had happened at a Kaplan protest.

Kikar HaShabbat·+4 outlets · 60% right-leaning
Sports·59m ago

Netanyahu’s Lawyer Takes Up Ashdod’s Doping Complaint Against Tiberias

Amit Hadad, Netanyahu’s lawyer, is representing M.S. Ashdod in a complaint against Ironi Tiberias over alleged banned-substance use and IV treatment. The federation and anti-doping officials are investigating, while Tiberias denies wrongdoing and says the treatment was standard medical care.

Ynet·+1 outlet · 100% center
Economy·1h ago

Ryanair to Let Parents Sit Beside Children Without Paying Seat Fees

Ryanair will now let parents sit next to young children without paying seat-reservation fees, following a UK regulatory review. The company says the change matches industry practice and should not affect revenue, while the CMA is still investigating whether the old policy broke consumer law.

Calcalist
World·1h ago

Israeli Resident in Caracas Describes Fear and Ruin After Venezuela Earthquakes

Benni Mizrahi, an Israeli living in Caracas, described the fear and destruction caused by two strong earthquakes in Venezuela on Thursday evening. He said the Jewish community organized shelter and supplies, while residents remained afraid of dozens of aftershocks and unclear damage reports.

Now 14·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Politics·1h ago

Anti-Hamas protest movement in Gaza plans major demonstrations for June 26

Anti-Hamas activists in Gaza plan a nonviolent protest wave on June 26, starting at 4:00 p.m. across multiple sites. Hamas-linked media is mocking the initiative and accusing its organizers of working with Israel, while the scale of participation remains uncertain.

Kikar HaShabbat·+3 outlets · 75% right-leaning
Security·1h ago

PMO Crime Chief Warns of Criminal ‘Parallel Governance’ in Arab Society

Roi Kahlon warned at the University of Haifa that organized crime in Arab society has become a national security threat. He said gangs are using massive illegal firepower, frightening witnesses and state workers, and creating a parallel system of local and financial control. He called for stronger legal tools, including a special “terror-crime organization” category.

Walla
Culture·1h ago

Tshchnov Yeshiva Honors Students Who Completed Tractate Pesachim

Tchchnov Yeshiva held a ceremony for dozens of students who completed tractate Pesachim, alongside a sheva berachot for the yeshiva head's son. Senior rabbis and rebbes attended, and the main study hall was named Heichal Eliyahu in honor of Rabbi Eliyahu Klein.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
General·1h ago

Chief Rabbi Warns of Kashrut Risks in Popular Whiskeys

Chief Rabbi Kalman Meir Ber published a halachic warning on imported whiskey and other spirits. He said bourbon is relatively safer, while Scotch, Irish, and especially Canadian whiskey can pose kosher problems. He urged consumers to rely only on certified kosher products.

Kikar HaShabbat·+1 outlet · 100% right-leaning
Security·1h ago

IDF Chief Says the Army Needs Every Soldier and Officer

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said at a Thursday night officers’ graduation at Bahad 1 that the army needs every fighter and commander. He praised the regular and reserve forces mobilized after October 7 and said the IDF must balance inclusion with a unified framework.

Srugim·+1 outlet · 50% center
Politics·1h ago

Haredi Parties Rally Over Draft Arrests as Netanyahu Repeats Promises

A Friday political panel focused on the Haredi protest against arrests of Torah students and Netanyahu’s renewed pledge to advance draft-related legislation. It also examined sharp comments by Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, Naftali Bennett’s poll collapse, and Gadi Eisenkot’s rise.

Kikar HaShabbat
World·1h ago

Ukraine protests Israeli tourism invitation to Russian rapper GeeGun

Ukraine’s embassy in Israel protested the Israeli Tourism Ministry’s invitation to Russian rapper GeeGun, accusing him of backing Russia’s war against Ukraine. Israel’s embassy in Kyiv recently lodged a separate complaint over an event in Independence Square with alleged Nazi symbolism.

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IDF chief says the army needs every soldier while balancing diversity and unity

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At a cadets’ graduation ceremony at Bahad 1, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the military needs “every fighter and every fighter, every commander and every commander.” He framed this as part of the IDF’s broader challenge of maintaining sensitivity to Israel’s diverse populations while preserving a shared, uniform framework that lets the army carry out its missions effectively.

Zamir said the IDF will strengthen cohesion by focusing on what unites people rather than what separates them. In his words, “We will strengthen cohesion from the common denominator, not from the dividing line, this too is part of the IDF’s ability to lead to victory.”

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