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Yom Kippur War's 53rd Anniversary Recalls Missed Warnings and Near-Disaster

Fifty-three years ago, the Yom Kippur War began, with Israel receiving multiple warnings of an impending Egyptian and Syrian attack, including from Jordan's King Hussein and Mossa…

Security10m ago·2 outlets

German Chancellor, French President Mark 3 Years Since Oct. 7 Massacre

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron marked the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre. Merz pledged Germany's unwavering support for Israel'…

Security10m ago

Rescue Flights From Dubai Facing Cancellation Amid Aviation Dispute

Rescue flights from Dubai to Israel are likely to be canceled today and tomorrow due to an aviation dispute with the UAE. Gulf aviation authorities have rejected the current plan…

Security10m ago·14 outlets

Israel Police Investigate Transport Ministry Officials for Conflict of Interest

Israeli police are investigating two senior Ministry of Transport officials, Avraham Cohen and Dvir Rubinstein, for alleged conflicts of interest. The probe focuses on suspicions…

Politics11m ago

Israel Approves Power Plant Construction at Ashdod Refinery

The Israeli government has approved plans for a new power plant at the Ashdod oil refinery, allowing the project to move forward through the National Infrastructures Committee. Th…

Security11m ago10·10 outlets

Bar-Ilan University Math Lecturer Identified as Planner of Mass Attack on Arabs

Bar-Ilan University math lecturer Shahhar Nivo, 60, has been identified as the individual who planned mass terrorist attacks against hundreds of Arabs for over three years. Motiva…

Security14m ago·4 outlets

Namibian Arrest Twist: Chabad Rabbi Says Detainees Are Not Israelis

Two women arrested in Namibia are not Israeli mother and daughter Mali and Liel Yahalomi, according to Rabbi Yosef Rahimi, the local Chabad emissary. He claims the detainees are I…

Politics15m ago

Elderly Voter Nearly Denied Ballot Over Misinformation

An 88-year-old Israeli woman was nearly denied her right to vote after an election hotline operator incorrectly told her daughter she needed an official disability placard to use…

Politics15m ago

Finance Minister Smotrich Sues Attorney General Over E1 Tender Delay

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has sued Attorney General in the Supreme Court over her order to delay a tender for 1,234 housing units in the E1 area near Ma'ale Adumim. Smotri…

Economy17m ago·4 outlets

Global Infrastructure Giants Vie for Billions in Gush Dan Metro Project

Nineteen international groups, including 31 companies, have qualified for tenders worth approximately NIS 65 billion to build tunnels and stations for the Gush Dan metro project…

Security18m ago

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Military Battalions Forming in Negev Bedouin Towns

Shin Bet chief David Zini warned of "military infrastructure" and attempts to form "military battalions" in some Negev Bedouin towns. Security forces are reportedly working to thw…

World20m ago

Heroic Vehicle from October 7th Attack Declared Historic Monument

The Israeli Ministry of Heritage has declared Oz Davidian's vehicle, used to rescue dozens during the October 7th attack, a historic artifact. This designation aims to preserve th…

Security20m ago

Ex-Mossad Official: Responsibility for Oct. 7 Extends Beyond Intelligence Agencies

A former Mossad official, Chaim Tomer, stated that the Mossad shares overall responsibility for the October 7th failures, not just Aman and Shin Bet. He called for legislative cha…

Politics21m ago

UN Official Francesca Albanese Criticized for Holocaust Misinterpretations

UN official Francesca Albanese is facing international condemnation for misinterpreting the term "Muselmann" as "Muslim," leading to accusations of antisemitism and Holocaust dist…

Security21m ago

World Leaders Mark Third Anniversary of October 7 Attacks

World leaders marked the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks, remembering the over 1,200 victims and vowing to fight terrorism and antisemitism. French President Emma…

Culture24m ago·1 outlets

Rabbi Yigal Cohen's Message of Hope to Israelis on October 7th

Rabbi Yigal Cohen issued a message of hope to Israelis on the morning of October 7th, the day of the Hamas attacks. Having just participated in a circumcision ceremony, he encoura…

Politics26m ago

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband Offers Condolences for October 7th Attacks

British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, previously a critic of Israel, has sent a message of condolence for the October 7th attacks. The full statement was released, providing cont…

World26m ago

Israel Marks October 7th Remembrance Without National Siren

Israel is observing its national remembrance day for the October 7th massacre, which began with a moment of silence at 6:29 AM. A national siren will not sound on the original Gre…

Politics27m ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani to Attend Oct. 7 Remembrance Event, Meet Palestinian Community

New York City Mayor Zahran Mamdani will attend a memorial vigil for October 7 and later meet with Palestinian residents on Wednesday evening. Earlier in the day, he is scheduled f…

Security27m ago8·22 outlets

Israeli Mother and Daughter Arrested in Namibia After Using Forged Passports

Israeli mother and daughter Mali and Liel Yahalomi were reportedly arrested in Namibia for allegedly using forged passports. This follows their disappearance in Europe in August a…

Health28m ago

Mental Health Crisis Grips Israel Post-October 7th Attacks

Israel is facing a severe mental health crisis following the October 7th attacks, with a 20-28% rise in demand for psychological services among civilians. The healthcare system is…

Politics29m ago

Poll Shows Low Israeli Support for Palestinian State

A Gallup poll indicates that only 26% of Israelis and 32% of Palestinian Arabs support the creation of two independent states. A majority in both populations oppose the idea, with…

Culture29m ago

Food Chains Honor October 7 Victims With Special Dishes

Two Israeli food chains, Burgerim and Cafe Greg, are honoring victims of the October 7th attacks, Libi Cohen-Meguri and Ronnie Eshel, by reintroducing dishes they loved. Burgerim'…

World31m ago

British Airways to Resume Flights to Israel This Month

This move comes after other airlines like Delta and United have already returned, signaling a recovery in the Israeli tourism industry.

Security33m ago

Satellite Images Suggest Iran Resumed Nuclear Activity Near Tehran

Satellite images from late 2026 show renewed activity at Iran's Midday nuclear complex northeast of Tehran, a site damaged in a March 2026 attack revealed by Israel. The images re…

Security35m ago

Palestinian Killed, 16 Injured in Israeli Military and Settler Attack Near Nablus

A Palestinian man was killed and 16 others were injured, one seriously, in an attack by the Israeli army and settlers on Burqa, north of Nablus. The Palestinian Ministry of Health…

Politics35m ago

Arab Towns Paid War's Price, Government Cut 3 Billion Shekels From Plan 550, Says F Sussuta Mayor

Edgar Dakour, head of F Sussuta Local Council, criticized the Israeli government for cutting 3 billion shekels from economic plan "550" and for the hardships faced by Arab border…

Politics35m ago

F Sussuta Council Head Edgard Dakour Will Not Seek Re-election, Cites War Impact and Government Budget Cuts

Edgar Dakour, head of F Sussuta Local Council, will not seek re-election after three terms. He detailed the war's impact on border towns, including a lack of shelters, and critici…

Security35m ago10

Court Allows Naming of Bar-Ilan Lecturer Accused of Plotting Mass Arab Killings

An Israeli court has allowed the identification of a Bar-Ilan University lecturer, Professor Shahar Nivo, accused of planning to kill hundreds of Arab citizens. The alleged terror…

Security36m ago

IDF Armored Brigade Commander Fears Repeat of October 7th

Colonel Shaul Israeli, commander of the 7th Armored Brigade, fears a repeat of the October 7th attack, stating that commanders must learn from past failures. He highlighted the im…

Sports37m ago·3 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Defender Tsunami Questionable for Hapoel Jerusalem Match

Maccabi Haifa defender Tsunami is doubtful for Monday's league game against Hapoel Jerusalem due to a muscle issue, though fellow defender Nigel Lonwijk is expected to be fit. The…

Sports40m ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Tel Aviv Stars Expected to Return for Bnei Sakhnin Match

Maccabi Tel Aviv's Helio Varela and Aliou Camara are expected to be included in the squad for Saturday's league game against Bnei Sakhnin after completing full training. Raz Shlom…

Security42m ago·6 outlets

Israeli Police Warn of Widespread Scam Targeting Residents

Israeli Police warned citizens on October 7 about a widespread scam targeting them with fraudulent emails accusing them of viewing child pornography. The messages, falsely claimin…

Security43m ago

Turkey Analyzes Israel's Growing Regional Strength, Fears Shift in Power Balance

Turkey is analyzing Israel's growing regional power and fears a shift in the balance of power, with concerns persisting even after a change in Israeli leadership. Ankara has taken…

Security43m ago

Israel's Regional Shift Post-Oct. 7 Leaves Key Questions Unanswered

Three years after October 7th, Israel has reshaped the Middle East but has not defined its regional goals or an end to the conflict. While the IDF has made significant gains in Ga…

Security44m ago·2 outlets

Australia Holds First Official Ceremony Commemorating October 7

An official ceremony commemorating three years since the October 7th attacks was held at Bondi Beach, Australia, led by Israeli advocacy activist Ben Karsu. Hundreds attended the…

Security44m ago

Hamas Military Wing Spokesperson Calls Oct. 7 a 'Military Miracle'

The military spokesperson for Hamas's Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades called the October 7th attacks a "military miracle" in a statement marking the third anniversary. Addressing Ga…

Security44m ago·3 outlets

Idan Amedi Shares Last Photo Before October 7th Attack

Singer and fighter Idan Amedi shared the last photo he took before the October 7th Hamas attack, showing his young daughter. He described the shift from that peaceful image to the…

General46m ago

Channel 13 Owner Meets With Journalist Amit Segal Amid Speculation

Journalist Amit Segal met with Assaf Rappaport, owner of Channel 13, sparking reports of a potential move from Channel 12. Segal has criticized "TheMarker" for its reporting on th…

Sports47m ago·1 outlets

Bnei Eilat Coach Meir Cohen Departs After 3 Rounds Amidst Team Turmoil

Meir Cohen has been dismissed as coach of Bnei Eilat after just three rounds following a 6-0 defeat. The decision came despite the team winning three of its first four matches in…

Sports48m ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Haifa to Honor October 7 Victims

Hapoel Haifa Football Club will hold a memorial ceremony on Saturday before their match against Maccabi Petah Tikva to honor victims of the October 7th attacks and subsequent conf…

Security48m ago·2 outlets

Five Injured in Stone-Throwing Attack Near Sebastia

Five Israelis were injured in a stone-throwing attack by residents of Ramin village near Sebastia on October 7. A man in his mid-20s suffered a moderate head injury and was hospit…

Economy49m ago

Israel Remembers Fallen, Vows Not to Forget Profiteers

Israel is commemorating the victims of the October 7th attacks while vowing to remember those who profited from the national tragedy. The article details instances of alleged pric…

Culture52m ago·2 outlets

Keren Peles Shares Emotional Struggle on Third Anniversary of October 7th

Israeli singer Keren Peles shared her emotional struggles on Instagram three years after the October 7th massacre, describing increased emotional eating and difficult memories. Pe…

Security54m ago

Settler Attack on Olive Harvesters in West Bank Leaves One Dead, 14 Injured

One Palestinian farmer was killed and 14 others were injured in an attack by Israeli settlers on olive harvesters in the West Bank villages of Burqa and Ramin. The attack occurred…

World55m ago

Rabbi Asks Israeli Interviewer to Apologize to Hostage Families

Rabbi Elchanan Danino asked interviewer Yinon Magal to apologize to the families of hostages for his previous remarks. Magal admitted he should have excluded the families from his…

Security55m ago8·3 outlets

False Arrest in Namibia Sparks Renewed Distress in Missing Persons Case

Two women impersonating Mali and Liell Yahalomi were arrested in Namibia, not the missing mother and daughter themselves, Israeli police confirmed. The family expressed distress o…

Security55m ago

Hamas: Oct. 7 Attacks Not Start of Conflict, Seeks Prosecution of Netanyahu

Hamas declared that the October 7th attacks were not the start of the conflict but a response to decades of Israeli actions. The group accused Israel of a "silent genocide" and re…