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Israeli Filmmakers Compete at Venice Festival with New Gaza War Documentary

Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor are competing at the Venice Film Festival with "NAZA," a documentary about the Gaza war based on critical media investigations. Th…

Extreme Islamism and Radical Left Unite to Justify Violence Against Jews Since 1929 Hebron Massacre

The 1929 Hebron massacre, incited by Haj Amin al-Husseini, marked the start of a lasting alliance between extreme Islamism and the radical left that justifies violence against Jew…

Chabad Rabbis Seek Court Order to Halt Construction at Ancient Hebron Cemetery

Chabad rabbis petition Jerusalem District Court to immediately stop unauthorized construction at Hebron's ancient Jewish cemetery, citing risks to historic graves and calling for…

Two Men Seriously Injured in Separate Electric Scooter and Bike Accidents in Israel

Two men were critically injured in separate electric scooter and bicycle accidents in Beersheba and near the Lohamei HaGetaot junction, receiving emergency treatment and hospital…

Two Palestinians Arrested for Attacking Israeli Soldiers on Private Land in West Bank

Two Palestinians were arrested for attacking two off-duty Israeli soldiers and a tour guide near Maale Amos in the West Bank. One soldier was injured, and police are investigating…

Gideon Langman, Jerusalem Hero and Educator, Passes Away

Rabbi Gideon Langman, a distinguished Jerusalem educator, volunteer, and Six-Day War veteran, died recently. He dedicated decades to education, emergency medical services, and mil…

Disabled Palestinian Attacked with Iron Rod by Settlers in Hebron Area

Saed Al-Amour, a disabled Palestinian from Masafer Yatta, was attacked with an iron rod by two settlers in his yard after they tried to hit his son. The suspects were arrested fol…

Sister of Shin Bet Chief Joins Noam LeYisrael Party Ahead of Elections

Yiska Haimov, sister of Shin Bet chief David Zini, and educator Liora Alon join MK Avi Maoz's Noam LeYisrael party list ahead of Israel's elections, aiming to strengthen Jewish id…

Rabbi Shimon Tubul Shares Combat Survival and Political Vision Amid Legal Battle

Rabbi Shimon Tubul, a Haredi soldier and politician, survived a near-fatal RPG attack in Gaza and now faces politically charged assault charges as he joins the Noam LeIsrael party…

Israeli Police Arrest Two Teens for Beating Disabled Palestinian and Sharing Video Online

Israeli police arrested two Jewish teens for beating a disabled Palestinian man and sharing the video online. The attack occurred in the West Bank and sparked international media…

Bnei Brak Breaks Records with Unprecedented Summer Cultural Season

Bnei Brak's summer season broke records with 200,000 tickets sold for 375 events, backed by millions in municipal investment. The city enhanced resident services, introduced a tic…

Katz Criticizes Trump Envoy Over Syria Attack; Dolgopyat Wins European Championship

Israeli Finance Minister Betzalel Katz criticized the U.S. Middle East envoy for contradicting Trump regarding a Syrian strike, while Artem Dolgopyat won his third European champi…

Israeli Police Conclude Initial Probe into Deadly Clash Near Hebron Involving Haredi Tourists and Palestinians

Israeli police completed a preliminary investigation into a deadly clash near Hebron where a Palestinian teenager was shot by a security officer protecting Haredi tourists attacke…

Israeli Police Report Stone-Throwing Attack on Haredi Tourists Near Hebron

Israeli police said Haredi tourists near Hebron were attacked with stones by Palestinians, prompting police protection; the group was hiking without IDF permission.

Israeli Military Criticized for Facing Jewish Rioters Alone in West Bank

Israeli security officials criticize the IDF for handling Jewish rioters in the West Bank alone without police support. A 17-year-old Palestinian was killed during clashes in Sa’i…

Clashes in Sa’ir Village Leave Israelis Injured by Stones and Palestinians Wounded by Gunfire

In Sa’ir village near Hebron, Palestinians threw stones at unauthorized Israeli hikers, injuring Israelis. Security forces fired back, wounding Palestinians. A building fire was a…

125 Religious Sites Including Cave of the Patriarchs Face Closure Due to Budget Freeze

The Ministry of Religious Services warns that 125 religious sites, including major holy places like the Cave of the Patriarchs, will close from Sunday due to a coalition budget fr…

17-Year-Old Palestinian Killed by Jewish Rioters Near Hebron

A 17-year-old Palestinian was killed by Jewish rioters near Hebron in the West Bank, reflecting ongoing regional tensions.

IDF Adapts to Expanded Settlements and New Security Reality in West Bank

Israeli military and government officials report a historic expansion of Jewish settlements in the West Bank, accompanied by a strategic shift to broader territorial control and i…

Yeshiva Debate Intensifies Over Timing of First-Year Students' 'Shabbat Yearning' Home Visits

A debate in the yeshiva world over when first-year students should visit home during the Elul period has split institutions. Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch recommended delaying the vis…

Jewish Rioters Vandalize and Set Fire to Heavy Equipment in South Hebron Hills

Jewish rioters vandalized and set fire to heavy equipment in the southern Hebron Hills, fleeing before IDF arrival. Meanwhile, the IDF killed a knife-wielding attacker in Jenin an…

18-Year-Old Teen Injured by Stone Throwing in South Hebron Hills

An 18-year-old boy was lightly injured by stone throwing in the southern Hebron Hills and was taken to Shaare Zedek Hospital.

Price-Tag Attacks Erupt in South Hebron Amid Nightly Evictions of Illegal Outposts

Price-tag attacks, including arson and graffiti, targeted southern Hebron following nightly IDF evictions of illegal Jewish outposts, one disrupting a military helicopter pad. The…

Shabbat Start and End Times for Parashat Ki Tetzeh 5786 Across Israeli Cities

Parashat Ki Tetzeh, containing the most commandments, is read this week with Shabbat times provided for major Israeli cities, including Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, guiding observant J…

Father of 2022 Tel Aviv Shooter Killed After Attempted Stabbing Attack on Israeli Forces in Jenin

Israeli forces killed Fathi Hazem, father of the 2022 Tel Aviv shooter, after he attempted to stab soldiers in Jenin. The father of Raad Hazem, who killed three in a 2022 Tel Aviv…

Growing Nostalgia for Military Service Surpasses Old Yeshiva Sentiments Among Haredim

A shift is occurring within the Haredi community as nostalgia for the Slabodka yeshiva's anti-enlistment ethos fades, replaced by growing interest in IDF service. Encounters with…

Noam Arnon Recounts Restoration of Abraham Avinu Synagogue in Hebron Amid Local Opposition

Noam Arnon, who led the restoration of the Abraham Avinu synagogue in Hebron, described overcoming local Arab opposition and legal challenges to revive the historic site. With gov…

Minister Orit Strook Reveals How a Knock on Her Door Changed Her Life and Led to Public Service

Israeli Minister Orit Strook revealed in a C14 interview how a dramatic event in Hebron and a direct call to action led her into public service, despite initial reluctance. She di…

Israeli Forces Destroy Two Suspected Stolen Vehicle Scrap Yards in South Hebron Hills

Israeli police and military forces raided three vehicle scrap yards near Dura in the southern Hebron Hills, demolishing two suspected of handling stolen vehicles and initiating pr…

Police Determine Electrical Short Caused Fire in West Bank Home, Reject Arson Claims

Police and fire investigators concluded an electrical short caused a fire in a West Bank home near Beit Ummar, rejecting local claims of arson by Israelis. No injuries occurred, a…

Israeli Settlers Allegedly Set Fire to Palestinian Home South of Hebron

Palestinian sources report that Israeli settlers burned a Palestinian home overnight in Kharbat al-Fahit, Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron.

Hiba Elhouzail Develops Therapeutic Styling Method for Bedouin Women in Rahat

Hiba Elhouzail from Rahat has developed a therapeutic styling method that helps Bedouin women improve self-image while respecting traditional dress. Through workshops and research…

Firefighters Gain Control Over Fire Near Afka in South Mount Hebron After Evacuation

Firefighters contained a wildfire near Afka in South Mount Hebron after evacuating residents and closing Route 60, preventing damage or injuries. Ground and aerial teams worked to…

Firefighters Gain Control Over Blaze Near Hebron's South Afikah Settlement

Firefighters have contained a wildfire near the Afikah settlement in southern Hebron, according to the Fire and Rescue Services.

Fire in South Hebron Hills Closes Section of Route 60 Between Adorayim and Etzion

A fire near Afka settlement in the southern Hebron Hills prompted the evacuation of residents and closure of Route 60 between Adorayim and Etzion settlements.

Israeli Police Deny Terror Threat Rumors in Haifa Area, Urge Public to Avoid Spreading False Information

Israeli police denied social media rumors about a terror threat in Haifa, confirming no security incident and urging public vigilance and reliance on official information.

Beersheba Deputy Mayor Shimon Touboul Seals Alliances to Help Noam LeIsrael Pass Electoral Threshold

Shimon Touboul, Beersheba's deputy mayor and Noam LeIsrael candidate, announced upcoming alliances to help the party cross the electoral threshold, targeting disillusioned Haredi…

Israeli Forces Arrest Dozens in West Bank Raids Including Palestinian Minister

Israeli forces arrested over 30 Palestinians overnight in West Bank raids, including Palestinian Minister Ashraf Al-Awar from Silwan. Multiple arrests occurred across several town…

Former Kiryat Arba Head Calls for Israeli Sovereignty Over West Bank to Ensure Equal Rights

Likud Primaries See 80% Voter Turnout in Hebron Hills Amid Membership Surge

Likud's Hebron Hills branch grew from 150 to 600 members, achieving 80% turnout in Monday's primaries where Erez Tadmor led with 87% of votes. The surge followed grassroots effort…

Israeli Man Charged for Planning Bombing and Shooting Attack at Beersheba Nightclub

Abdallah Gargawi from Misgav Shalom was indicted for planning a bombing and shooting attack at a Beersheba nightclub, targeting both Jewish and Arab patrons. Arrested in July, he…

Israeli Forces Arrest 37-Year-Old Woman in Hebron for Incitement on Social Media

Israeli forces arrested a 37-year-old Palestinian woman in Hebron for inciting terrorism and praising Hamas attackers on social media during and after the October 7 attack. Her ph…

IDF Demolishes Residential and Agricultural Structures South of Hebron, Palestinians Report

The IDF demolished homes, animal pens, and water wells in Masafer Yatta south of Hebron, amid reports of a broader demolition campaign.

Luria Project Revitalizes Jerusalem’s Arnona Hills with Historic and Modern Living

The Luria project in Jerusalem’s Arnona Hills advances its second phase, offering 86 new apartments in boutique buildings that integrate the area’s ancient history and modern urba…

Itamar Ben-Gvir Unveils Post-Transfer Plan for West Bank Policing and Security Measures

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has outlined a detailed plan for West Bank security following the transfer of enforcement powers from the IDF to Israeli police, includi…

Israeli Student Flees Portugal After Severe Antisemitism at University Sparks Criminal Probe

An Israeli student in Portugal fled after facing severe antisemitic harassment at his university, prompting a criminal investigation against the institution for ignoring his compl…

Over Half a Billion Shekels Raised for Israeli Yeshivas Amid Government Funding Freeze

The Olam HaTorah Fund has raised over 700 million shekels since 2024 to support Israeli yeshivas after government funding stopped, including institutions with draft-evading studen…

Dozens Gather for Emotional Selichot Prayers at Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron

Dozens of worshippers gathered at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron on August 26, 2026, for an emotional Selichot prayer service, loudly reciting traditional penitential prayer…