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West Bank Settlers Attack Vehicles, Uproot Olive Trees
Settlers attacked Palestinian vehicles, uprooted olive trees, and established a new outpost in the occupied West Bank on Sunday. The incidents occurred amid a rise in settler viol…
Poll: Israelis and Palestinians Doubt Two-State Solution Viability
A recent Pew poll indicates that majorities of Israelis and Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem believe a two-state solution is impossible. The survey found low level…
IDF Chief Orders Blockade, House Demolition After West Bank Terror Attack
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered a village blockade and the demolition of a terrorist's home following a deadly attack near Neve Tzuf. The IDF has increased its forces and re…
Digital Violations Surge in August Targeting Women and Journalists
A report identified 718 digital violations in August, with women and journalists being primary targets. The incidents included hate speech, defamation, and account restrictions, w…
Israeli Security Minister Urges Licensed Gun Owners to Carry Weapons During High Holidays
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called on licensed gun owners to carry their weapons, even into synagogues, during the Yom Kippur holiday. This directive comes…
Ed Sheeran Apologizes Amid Controversy Over Gaza and Rapper's Exclusion
Singer Ed Sheeran apologized to fans during a Philadelphia concert, addressing his "difficult week" and controversial decisions. He spoke out about the war in Gaza, calling it "ca…
Israeli Minister Demands Death Penalty for Terror Suspect
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir is demanding the death penalty for a Palestinian suspect arrested after a fatal shooting attack that killed Netanel Shakron near…
Victim's Family Outraged as Military Prosecution Halts Full Demolition of Terrorist's Home
The family of a terror victim is furious after Israel's military prosecution opted for a partial demolition of the attacker's home, arguing it undermines deterrence. The family ca…
Israel Boosts Security Operations in West Bank After Deadly Attack
Following a fatal shooting attack in the Benjamin region, Israeli security forces launched extensive counter-terrorism operations across the West Bank, including lockdowns and pla…
Israeli Settlers' Outpost Attempt in Majd al-Krum Foiled by Residents
Residents of Majd al-Krum, with support from activists, successfully prevented settlers from establishing a new outpost on village lands. The incident highlights ongoing settlemen…
Netanyahu Vows Harsh Response to West Bank Terror Attack
Following a fatal shooting attack near Neve Tzuf that killed Natanel Shachru, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the IDF and Shin Bet to increase security operations in…
Father of Six Killed in West Bank Terror Attack; IDF Pursues Gunman
Natanel Shokrun, a father of six, was killed in a terror attack in the Binyamin region on Sunday. The Hamas assailant was wounded and later apprehended by Israeli forces. In a sep…
IDF Demolishes Home of Terrorist Who Carried Out Deadly West Bank Shooting
Israeli forces mapped the home of terrorist Qadri Samara in Bidu for demolition following his deadly shooting attack in Neve Tzuf. The village reportedly has other homes with demo…
Terrorist's Execution Could Test Israel's New Death Penalty Law
A Palestinian terrorist captured after murdering an Israeli may be the first to face Israel's new mandatory death penalty law for terrorists, though legal challenges and judicial…
New Scam Targets Small Businesses Via Email Spoofing
A new scam targets small businesses by sending fake invoices with altered bank details via email. While the law offers some protection, businesses that authorize payments based on…
Father of Six Murdered in West Bank Shooting Attack Ahead of Yom Kippur
Netanel Shakron, a father of six, was killed in a shooting attack near Neve Tzuf in the West Bank on Sunday morning. The terrorist responsible was apprehended hours later in a Ram…
Israeli Killed Near Ramallah; New Details in Jerusalem Murder Probe
An Israeli was killed in a shooting attack near Ramallah, leading to the arrest of the perpetrator and a directive from Prime Minister Netanyahu to reinforce West Bank security an…
Israeli Man Killed in West Bank Terror Attack Near Halamish; Shooter Captured
An Israeli man was killed in a terror shooting near the West Bank settlement of Neve Tzuf on Sunday, hours before Yom Kippur. The shooter was later captured by Israeli forces. In…
Hamas Terrorist Captured Alive After Fatal West Bank Attack
Israeli forces captured the terrorist responsible for a fatal attack near Neve Tzuf, identified as Qadri Muhammad Samra. He was apprehended wounded in a Ramallah hospital, sparkin…
Lawyer Claims BBC Bias Contributed to UK Sanctions on Israel
British lawyer Trevor Asserson claims that alleged systematic anti-Israel bias at the BBC has contributed to the UK's imposition of sanctions on Israeli settlements and related en…
Israeli Special Forces Arrest West Bank Shooting Suspect in Ramallah Hospital
Israeli special forces arrested the suspect in a fatal shooting attack in the Benjamin region inside a Ramallah hospital. The suspect was wounded by a tracker before escaping and…
IDF Unit Captures Suspect in West Bank Shooting Attack
An IDF unit, guided by the Shin Bet, arrested a suspect in a West Bank shooting attack. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to counter militant activity in the region.
IDF Special Forces Arrest West Bank Terrorist After Shooting Attack
Israeli special forces, guided by the Shin Bet, arrested a terrorist who carried out a shooting attack in the Benjamin region of the West Bank. The suspect was wounded and fled af…
Israel Shuts Down for Yom Kippur Amid Regional Tensions and Security Alerts
Israel observed Yom Kippur starting Sunday afternoon, with the country shutting down for the holy day. The observance followed a deadly terror attack in the West Bank and amid hei…
Defense Minister Vows Swift Capture of Terrorist After West Bank Attack
Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed swift capture of the terrorist responsible for a fatal shooting attack in Neve Tzuf, West Bank, on the eve of Yom Kippur. He offered condolences…
Hamas Praises Deadly West Bank Attack as Response to Netanyahu
Hamas praised a fatal shooting attack near the Benjamin settlement of Halmish, calling it a response to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's actions. The IDF launched a large-scale…
Netanyahu Vows Retribution After Deadly West Bank Shooting
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered heightened security measures and the demolition of a terrorist's home following a fatal shooting in the Benjamin region. He vowed ret…
Israeli Man Dies From West Bank Shooting; Manhunt Underway
An Israeli man died from wounds sustained in a shooting attack near Neve Tzuf in the West Bank. Security forces are conducting a large-scale search for the attacker, and roads in…
Palestinian Sources Identify Driver in Fatal West Bank Ramming Attack
Palestinian media identified Sami al-Zou'ayda, from Jenin refugee camp, as the individual killed while attempting a car-ramming attack near the Ganim settlement in the West Bank…
Israeli Man Dies From West Bank Shooting Attack; Second Incident Foiled
A man critically injured in a West Bank shooting attack has died, and Israeli forces are searching for the gunman. In a separate incident, soldiers killed a Palestinian driver who…
Shooting Incident Near Ghaynem Checkpoint
An individual was shot and wounded near the Ghaynem checkpoint in the West Bank. The incident occurred recently, and details remain scarce.
Israeli Forces Seal West Bank Village After Ramallah Incident
Israeli forces have placed the West Bank village of Deir Nizam under siege, restricting all movement in and out of the area. The closure followed an unspecified incident in the ne…
Israeli Forces Kill One Palestinian, Injure Another in Jenin
Israeli forces shot and killed one Palestinian and injured another in Jenin. The incident occurred when troops fired on a vehicle. Separately, a settler was critically injured in…
Israeli Forces Pursue Palestinian Gunman Near Ramallah
Israeli forces are searching for a Palestinian gunman who fired shots near the Ofra settlement in the West Bank. No injuries were reported in the incident, and the suspect fled th…
Israeli Forces Detain 40 Palestinians, Disrupt Education in West Bank
Israeli forces raided the West Bank town of Al-Mughayyir, detaining 40 Palestinians and disrupting daily life and education. Simultaneously, teachers were blocked from reaching sc…
Two Palestinian Attackers Neutralized in West Bank; One Killed, One Captured
Two Palestinian attackers attempted a car-ramming operation at a West Bank checkpoint on Sunday. Israeli soldiers killed one assailant and captured the other. No Israeli forces we…
Makhsanei Hashuk Supermarket Chain Launches Major Holiday Sales Event
Israeli supermarket chain Makhsanei Hashuk is running a major sales event from September 19 to October 2, 2026, offering discounts on groceries, drinks, and hosting items for the…
Bank Hapoalim Agrees to App, Website Changes After Class Action Lawsuit
Bank Hapoalim will update its trading app and website with clearer real-time data indicators and improved disclosure of data delays, following a class action settlement. The court…
US Interest Rate Hikes Pose Risk to Israeli Economy and Housing Market
The US Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes are creating economic pressure on Israel, potentially weakening the shekel, increasing import costs, and impacting the housing market…
Israel's Check Law: Understanding Account Limitations and Credit Impact
Israel's check law imposes account limitations for bounced checks, with consequences extending to creditworthiness and access to financial services. A year-long restriction can re…
Loan Fees Significantly Inflate Effective Interest Rates Above Stated Rates
A new analysis reveals that upfront fees on loans can significantly increase the effective annual interest rate well above the stated nominal rate. For example, a 9% stated rate c…
Shooting Attack at Ein Bubin Spring in Benjamin Region
A shooting attack took place at the Ein Bubin spring in the Benjamin region. Dramatic footage of the immediate aftermath was released. The report does not specify casualties or pe…
IDF Reinforces All Fronts Ahead of Yom Kippur Holiday
The IDF is reinforcing its forces on all fronts ahead of Yom Kippur, while also reporting the killing of a Hamas commander in Gaza and dealing with renewed tensions in southern Le…
Leading Longevity Researcher Nir Barzilai Aims to Conquer Aging Biology
Professor Nir Barzilai, a leading aging researcher, believes aging is a biological process that causes disease and is exploring ways to slow it down. His research on centenarians…
Shomron Council Head Demands Offensive Action After West Bank Shooting
Yossi Dagan, head of the Shomron Regional Council, called for a shift to offensive security operations after a shooting attack near Neve Tzuf critically wounded a resident. He dem…
UNICEF Aims to Return 330,000 Gaza Children to Learning Amidst Widespread School Damage
UNICEF is working to return approximately 330,000 children to learning in Gaza through temporary tent classrooms, as 98% of schools are damaged. The initiative focuses on core sub…
Israeli Forces Hunt Gunman After West Bank Shooting Near Neve Tzuf
Following a shooting attack near the West Bank settlement of Neve Tzuf, Israeli security forces initiated a large-scale manhunt for the armed assailant who arrived by car and fled…
Stone-Throwing Attack in Jerusalem's City of David Amid West Bank Shooting
Two separate security incidents occurred on Sunday: a stone-throwing attack against Jews in Jerusalem's City of David and a fatal shooting of a man near Neve Tzuf in the West Bank…