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Kfar Saba Municipality Faces New Probe Over Building Violations

The Israel Land Authority has warned Kfar€”Saba Mayor Rafi Saar and city officials for failing to report building violations and complete a mandatory survey. This follows Saar's r…

Politics12h ago

Final Poll Shows Ofer Winter's Party Failing to Pass Election Threshold

A final pre-election poll by Dudi Hassid for Kan 11 shows a political tie between blocs, with the largest party securing 22 seats. Ofer Winter's party, 'Amkha Yisrael,' is project…

Politics14h ago

Justice Minister Levin Recounts Coalition's Lack of Support for Judicial Reform

Justice Minister Yariv Levin stated he accepted his role after coalition leaders promised to back his judicial reform, but felt unsupported when legislation stalled in March 2023…

Politics14h ago·2 outlets

Netanyahu Reportedly Backs Argentina on Falklands Amid UK Tensions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly directed Israeli diplomats to support Argentina's call for Falklands negotiations, a move seen as a response to British sanctions on W…

Politics23h ago

Netanyahu's Leadership Under Fire Amidst Legal Battles and Public Criticism

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing intense criticism over his leadership, legal battles, and alleged damage to Israel's international standing. Despite ongoing corruption…

Politics1d ago

Author Slams Protestors' Double Standards in Treatment of Minister

Author Gaula Even-Saar criticizes the selective outrage of protesters and commentators, contrasting the condemnation of Yinon Magal's "monkey" comment with the lack of outcry over…

Security1d ago

Israeli Security Coordinator Indicted for Shooting Palestinian Woman

An indictment was filed against Pinhas Shem Tov Ran, a security coordinator from Itamar, for allegedly shooting at a Palestinian vehicle and severely injuring a woman. The inciden…

Security1d ago

Israeli Security Coordinator Charged With Shooting Palestinian Woman

An indictment was filed against Pinhas Shem Tov Ran, a security coordinator from Itamar, for shooting at a Palestinian vehicle in the village of Aqrab, severely injuring an 18-yea…

Security1d ago

Israeli Security Coordinator Indicted for Shooting Palestinian Woman

An indictment was filed against Pinchas Ran, the security coordinator for the Gideonim Ridge settlement, for shooting at a Palestinian vehicle and injuring a woman. The incident o…

Culture1d ago

Channel 12 Dominates Ratings, Outperforming Channel 14

Channel 12 emerged as the dominant broadcaster in Israeli television ratings, leading across all major time slots. Its central news broadcast was the most-watched program overall…

Security1d ago

Systemic Failures Plague Israel's Local Government, Fueling Corruption

Israel's local government system is rife with corruption and fraud due to systemic failures in oversight and financial control. Investigations reveal issues ranging from inflated…

Politics1d ago

Israel's Elections Committee Chairman Has Sole Authority to Suspend Vote

Supreme Court Justice Noam Solberg, as Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, is the sole authority empowered to suspend voting for a limited time in the event of an emergen…

Politics2d ago

Netanyahu's Failures Extend Beyond October 7, Author Argues

Author Yehuda Shroni argues that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has failed in key areas, including the cost of living and accountability for the October 7th attacks, and should…

Security2d ago

Mayor's Wife 'Broken' Amid Kfar Saba Corruption Probe

Meital Saar, wife of Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar, appeared distressed in court as police continue their investigation into alleged corruption and bribery at the municipality. Invest…

Security2d ago

Mayor's Wife Claims Ignorance, Cites Severe Emotional Distress

Meital Saar, wife of Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar, is under investigation for severe corruption and has invoked her right to silence, stating only that her husband "didn't know." Her…

Economy2d ago

Top Israeli Influencers Command Up To $7,000 Per Instagram Story

Top Israeli influencers are earning significant income from social media advertising, with prices for a single Instagram Story ranging from 4,000 to 25,000 shekels. The highest ea…

Politics2d ago

Israeli Writers Debate the Meaning and Responsibility of a Single Vote

Israeli writers Ariel Shenbal, Gideon Doukov, and Shlomo Piotrkovsky are questioning the traditional democratic notion that every single vote is decisive. Shenbal plans to vote fo…

Security2d ago·2 outlets

Kfar Saba Mayor and Wife Suspected of Collusion in Corruption Probe

Kfar Saba Mayor Rafi Saar and his wife Meital Saar are under investigation for alleged corruption. Police suspect the mayor was aware of and promoted business dealings his wife ad…

Politics2d ago

Israeli Foreign Minister Rejects Lieberman's Plan for Jordanian Control in West Bank

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar rejected a plan by MK Avigdor Lieberman for Jordan to manage Palestinian affairs in the West Bank, calling it "bad" and "unrealistic." Sa'ar…

Culture2d ago

Holocaust Torah Fragment Looted by Nazis Sells for $8,500 at Oslo Auction

A Torah scroll fragment, looted by Nazi SS soldiers during the Holocaust, was sold at an Oslo auction for $8,500, more than four times its estimated value. The sale has sparked co…

Security2d ago·1 outlets

Israeli Air Force Test Pilots Push Aircraft to Limits in High-Stakes Missions

The Israeli Air Force's Flight Test Center (MANAT) is responsible for testing new aircraft systems, munitions, and flight configurations. During the recent war, MANAT accelerated…

Security2d ago

Court Orders House Arrest for Meital Saar Despite Police Objections

A court ordered Meital Saar to be released to 11 days of full house arrest, rejecting the police's request for 14 days due to concerns about evidence tampering. The judge found th…

Politics2d ago

Israeli Election Campaign Sidelines Peace Amidst Rising West Bank Tensions

The Israeli election campaign, set for October 27, is largely ignoring the issue of peace with the Palestinians, focusing instead on domestic issues and security. Despite rising s…

Economy2d ago

Israeli Influencers Earn Thousands Per Social Media Post

Top Israeli social media influencers are earning substantial incomes, with fees for a single Instagram story ranging from 20,000 to 25,000 shekels and sponsored Reels fetching 40…

Politics2d ago

Israel Not Planning Iran Attack, But Warns of Tehran's Election Interference Threat

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated Israel is not planning an attack on Iran but warned Tehran might try to target Israel or disrupt elections. He dismissed a proposal fo…

Security2d ago

Minister Chikli Accuses Security Agencies of Political Involvement

Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli accused Israeli military and intelligence bodies of acting as politicians rather than focusing on security before the October 7th attac…

Politics2d ago

Right-Wing Conference Criticizes IDF's 'Lack of War Concept' Pre-Oct. 7

A right-wing conference in Jerusalem on Thursday criticized the Israeli defense establishment's approach before the October 7th attacks. Minister Amichai Chikli and MK Amit Halevi…

Economy3d ago

Israel Debates Risk Aversion vs. Long-Term Planning in Economic Policy

Israeli regulators are divided between eliminating risks at any cost, like a proposal to abolish cash, and long-term resource planning. The Tax Authority suggested banning cash fo…

Security3d ago

Kfar Saba Mayor and Wife Remain Central to Corruption Probe

Police released two businessmen under restrictive conditions in a Kfar Saba corruption probe, while focusing on Mayor Rafi Saar and his wife Mital. Mital is suspected of facilitat…

Culture3d ago

TV Personality Corinne Gideon Shares Easy and Delicious Meal Recipe

Israeli TV personality Corinne Gideon shared a recipe for a meal that is both delicious and easy to make. The announcement was accompanied by a photo and directed readers to the K…

Politics3d ago

Netanyahu Actively Sought Ra'am Support for Government, Ex-Minister Claims

Former Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked claims Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu actively sought to form a government with Mansour Abbas's Ra'am party after the 2021 elections. Sha…

Politics3d ago

Netanyahu's Policies Eroding Bipartisan US Support for Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is credited with eroding bipartisan US support for Israel, according to an opinion piece. The article states that the era of automatic US militar…

Politics3d ago

Ayelet Shaked Reveals Netanyahu's Plan to Form Government with Mansour Abbas

Politician Ayelet Shaked revealed that Benjamin Netanyahu planned to form a government with Mansour Abbas, telling Naftali Bennett that it was their only option. Shaked confirmed…

Politics3d ago

Israel Tax Authority Proposes Abolishing 200 Shekel Notes Amid Cash Surge

Israel's Tax Authority is pushing to abolish 200 shekel banknotes and potentially eliminate cash, citing a surge in physical currency to 129 billion shekels. Director General Shai…

Security3d ago

US Congressional Candidate Detained by IDF During Olive Harvest

U.S. Congressional candidate Brad Lander and around 80 activists were detained by the IDF during an olive harvest near Bethlehem. The area was declared a closed military zone, and…

Politics3d ago

MK Son Har Melech Visits Citizen Facing Legal Proceedings

Member of Knesset Limor Son Har Melech visited Saar Ofir, who provided aid on October 7th and 8th, to criticize legal proceedings against him. She called the process "draconian" a…

General3d ago

Ex-PM Lapid Reportedly Snubs Radio Host Oko Over Personal Dispute

Radio host Gideon Oko stated on 103FM that former Prime Minister Yair Lapid is refusing to be interviewed on his show due to a personal dispute. Oko claimed Lapid is boycotting hi…

Politics3d ago

Israeli Minister Warns of Election Loss Due to Complacency

Israeli Minister of Culture and Sport Miki Zohar warned that the Likud party is heading towards losing the upcoming Knesset elections due to voter complacency. He stated that the…

Politics3d ago

Israel Joins Pacific Islands Forum as Dialogue Partner

Israel has become a partner of the Pacific Islands Forum, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced, aiming to strengthen regional ties. The Forum's Secretary-General confirmed Isra…

Security3d ago

IDF and Shin Bet Eliminate Hamas Terrorist Responsible for Soldier Deaths

The IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Hamas Nukhba operative Musa Abd Muhammad Hamuda in Gaza City this week. Hamuda was responsible for planning an attack that killed four Israeli sold…

Politics3d ago

Finance Minister Smotrich Accuses Likud Chairman Sa'ar of Boycotting Him

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich accused Likud Chairman Gideon Sa'ar of boycotting him for six months, stating he has become "radioactive." Smotrich claimed Sa'ar's campaign is n…

Security3d ago

Israeli Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative in Bethlehem

Israeli forces arrested a wanted Islamic Jihad operative, described as a taxi driver involved in rebuilding the group's infrastructure and transferring terror funds, in Bethlehem…

Politics3d ago

Actress Alona Saar Reveals She Will Vote for Democrats, Not Her Father's Party

Actress Alona Saar, daughter of Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, announced she will vote for the Democrats, not her father's Likud party. Her father is running on Prime Minis…

Politics3d ago

Israeli Politicians' Surprising Past Lives Revealed Ahead of Elections

Ahead of elections, Israeli politicians' past lives are being revealed, including Avigdor Lieberman's time as a nightclub bouncer and Gideon Saar's failure to get a driver's licen…

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Israeli Special Forces Arrest Islamic Jihad Operative Posing as Taxi Driver in Bethlehem

Israeli undercover soldiers arrested an Islamic Jihad operative posing as a taxi driver in Bethlehem on Monday. The 48-year-old suspect was involved in rehabilitating terror infra…

Culture3d ago

TV Host Reveals Harsh WhatsApp Message From Close Friend

TV panelist Guy Maroz revealed a harsh WhatsApp message from a close friend criticizing his conservative leanings and religious steps. Program host Yinon Magal commented that boyc…

Politics3d ago

Netanyahu's Security Focus and Eisenkot's Campaign Error Aid PM, Analyst Says

Former advisor Moshe Klughaft stated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu effectively uses national security to unite his base, while the opposition fails to focus on the Haredi…

Politics3d ago

Actress Alona Saar Clarifies Voting Intentions Ahead of Elections

Actress Alona Saar, daughter of Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, announced she will not vote for the Democrats party in the upcoming elections. She stated that voters should choose p…