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Kasparov: Israel Would Erase Gaza in 24 Hours If It Acted Like Putin

Former world chess champion Garry Kasparov claimed Israel would destroy Gaza in 24 hours if it acted like Vladimir Putin in Ukraine. Kasparov made the statement during an intervie…

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Math Professor Accused of Plotting Mass Terror Attack Against Israeli Arabs

Bar-Ilan University math professor Shahar Nevo, 60, has been indicted for allegedly plotting a mass terror attack against hundreds of Israeli Arabs. The plan, conceived over three…

Politics1h ago·2 outlets

Former Chief Rabbi Slams Media Over Haredi Draft Coverage

Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef criticized media coverage of haredi yeshiva students on Saturday night, calling them "draft evaders." Speaking in Jerusalem, he accused…

Security1h ago

Five Injured in Northern Israel Car Crash, One Critical

Five people were injured in a car accident on Highway 806 near Ilbon early Tuesday morning when their vehicle overturned. One 25-year-old man suffered serious chest and abdominal…

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Woman Dies After Stabbing in Beer Sheva; Husband Arrested

A woman in her 40s died from stab wounds in Beer Sheva on Sunday night. She was taken to Soroka Hospital in critical condition and later pronounced dead. Police arrested her husba…

Culture1h ago·3 outlets

Boy George Faces Threats Over Israel Shows, Vows to Perform

British singer Boy George stated he has faced threats and professional isolation for supporting Israel but will perform as scheduled next month. He described being traumatized by…

Politics1h ago

Genocide Accusations Against Israel Fuel Antisemitism, Isolate Jewish State

Writer Cookie Schwaeber-Issan argues that unproven genocide claims against Israel are used as a tactic to fuel antisemitism and isolate the Jewish state. She cites figures like De…

General2h ago·4 outlets

Israel's Parks and Reserves Host 70,000 Visitors in One Day

Israel's national parks and nature reserves saw around 70,000 visitors on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Popular sites included Masada and Caesarea, with over 5,000 people camping. H…

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Hamas Founder's Daughter Details Childhood Indoctrination and Shift in Perspective

Juman al-Qawasmi, daughter of a Hamas founder, revealed her childhood indoctrination with hatred towards Jews and Israel. Her views changed during the 2014 Operation Protective Ed…

Culture2h ago

Avri Gilad Describes Spiritual Festival Experience

Israeli TV host Avri Gilad attended a spiritual festival at Kfar Nokdim near Arad over the weekend. He described participating in a unique "peeling workshop" involving clay, which…

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UAE Vows Severe Punishment for Flydubai Co-Pilot in Ben Gurion Attack Plot

The UAE has promised a severe punishment for Omani co-pilot Hammam Al-Hammami, accused of plotting to crash a Flydubai plane at Ben Gurion Airport. He allegedly began planning the…

Culture2h ago

Channel 14 Host Shimon Riklin Celebrates Son's Wedding

Channel 14 presenter Shimon Riklin celebrated his son Eldad Riklin's wedding to Romi Brill last Friday. Eldad, who recently joined the Globes newspaper as an economic analyst, bec…

Culture3h ago

Comedian Guy Hochman Denies Payment for National Team Appearance

Comedian Guy Hochman has refuted claims that he was paid $3,000 by the Football Association for his presence with the Israeli national team in Hungary. A report stated the associa…

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Joint List Offers Support for Anti-Netanyahu Coalition Under Certain Conditions

The Arab-led Joint List party announced it would support an opposition coalition to oust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but only if its conditions, including a plan to fight c…

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Biden Official Backs Claims Netanyahu Delayed Gaza Hostage Deal

A former U.S. official, Phil Gordon, has supported claims by ex-Israeli military secretary Avi Gil that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed a Gaza hostage deal in mid-2024…

Economy3h ago

KGM Musso Review: A Refined Pickup Truck Priced Competitively

The KGM Musso, a redesigned pickup truck, has been launched in Israel at 275,000 shekels, positioning it as a more affordable alternative to competitors like the Toyota Hilux and…

Politics3h ago·3 outlets

Netanyahu's Aide Accused of Trying to Alter Oct. 7 Records

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's chief of staff, Tzachi Braverman, is accused of attempting to falsify October 7th phone records, according to a Channel 12 report. Braverman al…

Economy3h ago·5 outlets

Israel Considers Tax Break for Tech Founders to Curb Exodus

Israel's Ministry of Finance is exploring a tax exemption on capital gains of up to 45 million shekels for tech entrepreneurs and investors to prevent companies and founders from…

Politics3h ago·3 outlets

Ex-Attorney General Mandelblit to Testify in Netanyahu Trial

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit will testify in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, focusing on whether police exceeded investigative approvals. Mandelblit, who…

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Israel Weather Forecast: Cooler Temperatures and Potential Rain Expected

Israel will experience cooler autumn weather with dropping temperatures and potential nighttime lows reaching 14-20 degrees Celsius in various regions. Rain is forecast for the we…

Security4h ago·12 outlets

US Urged Israel to Strike Iran Before Elections, Report Claims

The Trump administration urged Israel to strike Iran before the U.S. midterm elections, according to journalist Ben Caspit. The U.S. requested an Israeli strike to avoid political…

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United Airlines Adopts New Israeli Security Rules for Flights

United Airlines is implementing new Israeli security regulations that affect flight crews with dual citizenship. The U.S. carrier's internal document states that American citizens…

Economy4h ago

Arkia CEO Reveals Cyprus Route is Most Profitable, Notes Business Class Boom

Arkia CEO Oz Berlovich revealed that the Cyprus route is the airline's most profitable due to low risk and high potential. He also noted a significant increase in Israelis flying…

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IDF Reports 17 Palestinian Terror Operatives Killed in Gaza Over Past Week

The Israel Defense Forces reported killing 17 Palestinian terror operatives in Gaza over the past week through various airstrikes. The fatalities include members of Hamas's Nukhba…

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Israeli Security Official: Hamas Faces Internal Strife Amidst New Attack Plots

A senior Israeli security official stated that Hamas is preparing for attacks against Israeli forces amid internal strife between its leadership abroad and in Gaza. Intelligence i…

Weather4h ago·3 outlets

Rain Expected After Heatwave, Flood Warnings Issued

Israel is expecting local rains and isolated thunderstorms on Sunday afternoon, especially in the east and south, following a hot spell. There is a risk of flash floods in the Dea…

Sports4h ago

Gloukh Plays 60 Minutes in Ajax's 1-1 Draw with Go Ahead Eagles

Israeli player Oscar Gloukh played 60 minutes as Ajax drew 1-1 with Go Ahead Eagles in the Dutch league on Saturday. Ajax led early but Go Ahead Eagles equalized via a penalty fro…

Sports4h ago·2 outlets

Ajax Draws With Nijmegen in Dutch League Match Featuring Israeli Stars

Ajax drew 1-1 with Nijmegen in the Dutch Eredivisie on Saturday, a disappointing result for the home side. Israeli players Oskar Gloukh for Ajax and Chéron Shari for Nijmegen both…

Security4h ago·4 outlets

Unidentified Object Near Lebanon Border Triggers Israeli Alert

An air alert was triggered near Israel's border with Lebanon on Tuesday evening, near the village of Arab al-Aramshe. The IDF confirmed an "unidentified aerial object" was detecte…

Politics4h ago

Author Argues Hamas Sought Global Support Loss for Israel

Author Gil Hoffman's new book, "The Blood Libel Machine," posits that Hamas's October 7th attack aimed to regain global focus on the Palestinian cause and erode international supp…

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NYC Mayor Mamdani's Antisemitism Plan Undermined by October 7 Statement

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's September 2026 plan to combat antisemitism is criticized following his October 7 statement, which heavily condemned Israel and downplayed Hama…

World4h ago·2 outlets

Jewish Educators' Italy Trip Canceled Over Gaza War Stance

A professional development trip for 100 Jewish educators in Italy was disrupted when organizers demanded a political statement on the Gaza war. The American contingent's participa…

Security4h ago·2 outlets

Grenade and Gunfire Target Homes in Central Israel; No Injuries Reported

Israeli police responded to two incidents on Saturday, October 10, in central Israel. A grenade was thrown at a home in Ness Ziona, and a residential building in Rishon LeZion was…

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Security Alert in Western Galilee After Sirens Sound in Arab al-Aramsheh

Sirens sounded in Arab al-Aramsheh in Israel's Western Galilee on Tuesday evening, with the cause still unknown. Military forces and combat helicopters were deployed to sweep the…

World5h ago

Israel Sends Humanitarian Aid to Panama Earthquake Victims

Israel has provided humanitarian aid to Panama following a severe earthquake that damaged infrastructure. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar directed immediate assistance, including dr…

Security5h ago

Settlers Give Palestinian Families 24 Hours to Leave West Bank Enclave

Settler groups have issued an ultimatum to 47 Palestinian families in the Ras al-Ahmar area of the northern West Bank, demanding they evacuate by Sunday evening. This follows a 27…

Culture5h ago

Dirshu Delegation Consecrates Radin Yeshiva Hall, Honors 100,000 Torah Scholars

Over 100,000 names of Dirshu learners were honored in a special book placed at the Chofetz Chaim's grave. The visit included prayer services and inspirational talks at both Radin…

Culture5h ago2

Married at First Sight Star Rinat Katz Engaged After 9 Months

Rinat Katz, a star from the Israeli reality show "Married at First Sight," is engaged to her boyfriend Barak Zahavi after nine months of dating. Zahavi proposed during a recording…

Sports5h ago·4 outlets

Israeli Premier League: Tel Aviv Clubs Split Results, Beersheba Continues Winning

Maccabi Tel Aviv dropped points for the first time this season in a 0-0 draw with Bnei Sakhnin, while Hapoel Tel Aviv won 3-1 against Ironi Kiryat Shmona. Hapoel Be'er Sheva conti…

Security5h ago·3 outlets

IDF Scans Northern Border After Unidentified Object Triggers Sirens

The IDF is searching the Western Galilee after an unidentified object crossed the border from Lebanon near Arab al-Aramshe, triggering sirens. Military officials are uncertain if…

Security5h ago

Israeli Athletes Overcome Adversity, Communities Rebuild After October 7th

Hen Chen, an Israeli who lost a leg during military service, won the European Wakeboarding Championship for athletes with disabilities. Meanwhile, soldiers who received children's…

Sports5h ago2·5 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Dominates Hapoel Galil Elyon in Basketball League Opener

Maccabi Tel Aviv opened the 2026/27 Israeli basketball league season with a dominant 120-93 victory over Hapoel Galil Elyon. The reigning champions set a league record with 41 poi…

Security5h ago·2 outlets

Sakhnin Fan Bus Attacked Outside Bloomfield Stadium

A bus carrying Bnei Sakhnin soccer fans was attacked with stones outside Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv after a 0-0 draw with Maccabi Tel Aviv. No fans were injured, but the bus s…

Politics5h ago

Israeli Minister Slams Channel 12 for 'Rising Lies' Amidst Ratings Drop

Communications Minister Shlomo Karai fiercely criticized Channel 12 on social media, accusing the network of spreading lies as its ratings fall. Karai presented data showing his f…

Security5h ago

Woman Critically Injured in Northern Israel, Police Investigate

A woman around 55 years old was seriously wounded with multiple penetrating injuries in Turan, northern Israel. She was taken to an emergency medical station and then to Poriya Ho…

Politics5h ago·2 outlets

Netanyahu Slams Nobel Laureate Navi Pillay as 'Bigot'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay a "bigot" for her past findings accusing Israel of genocide. The Norwegian Nobel Committee awarded…

Culture5h ago

TV Host Assi Azar Criticized for "Sterile" New Anxiety-Focused Show

Israeli TV host Assi Azar's new show, "Who Wants to Start?", featuring celebrities discussing their anxiety, has been criticized as repetitive and commercial. The program presents…

Politics5h ago·1 outlets

Poll Shows Yisrael Katz Favored for Defense Minister by Coalition Voters

A new i24NEWS poll shows Yisrael Katz is the top choice for Defense Minister among 39% of ruling coalition voters. Ben Gvir received 19% support from coalition voters for the role…