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IDF Tracker Shoots, Wounds Hamas Terrorist After Deadly Spring Attack
A Hamas operative killed Netanel Shakron at a spring near Neve Tzuf before being shot and wounded by an IDF tracker. IDF forces later apprehended the terrorist in Ramallah and con…
Israeli Nonprofits Seek Volunteers for Diverse Causes Nationwide
Israeli nonprofit "Ruch Tova" is coordinating a nationwide volunteer recruitment drive for various organizations. Opportunities include coaching lone soldiers, assisting in hospit…
Hamas Operative Arrested After Killing Israeli Man Near West Bank Spring
Israeli forces arrested a Hamas operative in Ramallah suspected of killing Natanel Shicron near a West Bank spring. The suspect, who allegedly acted alone, was apprehended after a…
Knesset Members Demand Answers on Haredi Draft Evasion Enforcement
Four Israeli Knesset members are demanding the IDF explain a perceived drop in arrests of Haredi draft evaders since a law freezing such arrests was overturned by the High Court o…
Father of Six Killed in Terror Attack Near Halamish
Natanel Shachron, a father of six from the settlement of Alei Zahav, was killed by a Palestinian terrorist near Halamish while preparing for Yom Kippur. The terrorist was wounded…
Terrorist Convicted of Murder Could Be First Executed Under New Law
A terrorist captured after murdering Natanel Sharon is the first candidate for execution under Israel's new mandatory death penalty law for terrorists. The law faces legal challen…
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 in the West Bank on Sunday morning. The terrorist responsible was apprehended hours later in a Ramallah hospital…
IDF Captures Terrorist Who Killed Israeli Near Neve Tzuf
Israeli forces, including the Duvdevan unit and Shin Bet, apprehended a terrorist in Ramallah who had killed an Israeli near the Neve Tzuf settlement in the Benjamin region. The s…
Robert Lewandowski Nearly Signed for Maccabi Haifa in 2008
Former Maccabi Haifa youth director Yaniv Cohen revealed that star striker Robert Lewandowski was nearly signed by the Israeli club in 2008 for $300,000, but the deal fell through…
Israeli Man Killed in West Bank Attack, Terrorist Apprehended
A terrorist attack in the Benjamin region on Sunday, September 20, killed Natanel Shachroun and wounded his son. The terrorist was later apprehended by IDF forces. In a separate i…
National Security Minister Ben-Gvir Calls for Terrorist's Execution
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for a captured terrorist to be executed, stating "his place is on the gallows." He also criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netany…
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…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces True Test After Dominant September Run
Maccabi Tel Aviv faces a tougher stretch after a dominant September, while Beitar Jerusalem shows signs of recovery and Hapoel Be'er Sheva balances European and domestic play. The…
Israeli Man Killed in West Bank Shooting Attack on Eve of Yom Kippur
An Israeli man was killed in a shooting attack near Neve Tzuf in the West Bank on the eve of Yom Kippur. Security forces are conducting a manhunt for the assailant, who fled on fo…
Top Commanders Head to West Bank Shooting Scene After Injury
Senior Israeli police commanders are heading to a shooting incident in the West Bank's Benjamin region where one person was injured. Police forces are at the scene and pursuing th…
Israeli Soccer Player Jonathan Cohen to Miss Match for Yom Kippur
Israeli soccer player Jonathan Cohen of Bangkok United will miss a league match on Sunday due to Yom Kippur, marking the first time in his career he has missed a game for religiou…
Rabbi Mordechai Auerbach Remembered in Gush Katif Mikveh Dedication Footage
Newly released footage shows the late Rabbi Mordechai Auerbach at a mikveh dedication in Gush Katif. The rabbi, who passed away at 84, was a respected halachic decisor and spiritu…
Hapoel Jerusalem Celebrates Historic Win, New Sponsorship Deal
Hapoel Jerusalem defeated Maccabi Petah Tikva 4-2, with Nadim Varasna scoring a hat-trick, a feat not seen by the club in 55 years. The team also announced a new sponsorship deal…
Israeli Filmmaker's Gaza Documentary Sparks Outrage Over Allegations and Associations
Israeli filmmaker Yuval Abraham's documentary "NAZA," awarded at the Venice Film Festival, faces backlash in Israel for its critical portrayal of the IDF and Abraham's alleged tie…
Yom Kippur Prayer Changes Reflect Shift to Divine Judgment
During the Ten Days of Repentance between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, Jewish prayers change references to God from "the Holy God" to "the Holy King" and from "the King Who loves…
Rabbi Urges Favorable Judgment and Love for All Jews
Rabbi Dov Begon stressed the importance for all Jews to love and judge favorably, drawing on Talmudic and rabbinic sources. He urged leaders to strengthen themselves and the natio…
Netanyahu Prays at Western Wall for Soldiers Ahead of Yom Kippur
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu led prayers for IDF soldiers and security forces at the Western Wall on the eve of Yom Kippur. The event drew an estimated 150,000 worshippers, i…
Israeli Sports Scene Plagued by Disputes Ahead of Yom Kippur
Several Israeli sports clubs and national teams are embroiled in significant disputes, including player conduct controversies, coaching changes, fan protests against ownership, an…
Rabbi Yigal Cohen Urges Generosity in Daily Spiritual Boost
Rabbi Yigal Cohen delivered a daily spiritual message encouraging generosity and discouraging stinginess. The sermon was published on the Kiכר השבת platform.
Beitar Jerusalem Secures Third Straight Win Amidst Lingering Concerns
Beitar Jerusalem defeated Hapoel Haifa 2-1 for their third consecutive win, but the team's performance still faces criticism regarding offensive and defensive play. Key players ar…
Yeshiva Student Bitten by Venomous Snake in Ashdod
A 17-year-old yeshiva student in Ashdod was bitten by a venomous snake in the courtyard of his yeshiva. He received initial medical treatment at the scene and was transported to A…
Maccabi Rishon LeZion Crowned Youth Champions at Maccabi Israel Tournament
Maccabi Rishon LeZion won the Maccabi Israel Youth Tournament and Maccabi Ra'anana won the girls' tournament. The events included a training camp and featured top youth teams from…
Israelis Echo Begin's Yom Kippur War Questions Amidst Current Security Failures
Drawing parallels to Menachem Begin's 1973 questions about unpreparedness for the Yom Kippur War, Israelis are now asking why warnings were ignored and reserves not mobilized befo…
Jordan Shua Remains Beloved by Fans, Needs Coach's Trust
Beitar Jerusalem's Jordan Shua remains a fan favorite despite recent controversy, but his tactical shortcomings prevent him from earning the coach's full trust. Shua's skill is un…
Infant Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Failing to Wake
A three-month-old baby was found unresponsive and without a pulse or breathing at his home in Beit Shemesh. Emergency services performed CPR and transported the infant to Hadassah…
Yom Kippur Halakhic Guide Details Fasting Rules, Exemptions, and Prayers
A guide from Israel's Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber outlines Yom Kippur laws, including fasting prohibitions, exemptions for the sick and children, and prayer customs. It details specifi…
Celebrity Psychic Predicts Bright Future for Channel 14 Analyst and Likud Candidate
Israeli social media personality and psychic Eden Hodaya Cohen predicted a significant political and legal future for attorney David Peter, a commentator on Channel 14 and a new L…
Project Honors Fallen Soldier by Sharing Spiritual Teachings
The 'Hit'or'erut' organization launched a project of short videos explaining Rabbi Kook's "Orot Ha'Teshuvah" in memory of Captain Daniel Maimon Tauf, who fell in Gaza. The project…
Tens of Thousands Attend Yom Kippur Eve Prayers at Western Wall
Approximately 150,000 people attended the Selichot prayers at the Western Wall on the eve of Yom Kippur. Prime Minister Netanyahu made an appearance, praying for soldiers and the…
Beitar Jerusalem Coach Urged to Manage Player's On-Field Behavior
Beitar Jerusalem's coach Almog Cohen is reportedly being urged to manage team captain Yarden Shua's behavior on the field, particularly after Shua missed a penalty in the team's t…
Thousands Mourn Revered Rabbi Mordechai Auerbach in Tel Aviv Funeral
Thousands of mourners, including many prominent rabbis and Hasidic leaders, attended the funeral of Rabbi Mordechai Auerbach in Tel Aviv on Saturday night. The procession moved to…
Police Find Weapon Used in East Jerusalem Murder; Suspect Reenacts Crime
Police in East Jerusalem have found the suspected murder weapon and arrested a man in his 60s in connection with the death of Fatma Al-Rajabi. The suspect reenacted the crime, and…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Secures Hard-Fought Win Ahead of International Break
Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Petah Tikva 2-1 to remain undefeated in the Israeli Premier League before the international break. The club is assessing two player injuries and…
Thousands Attend Final Penitential Prayers in Tel Aviv
Thousands attended the final Selichot prayers on Tel Aviv's Tel Baruch beach on Saturday night, with singer Ben Snof and several prominent rabbis participating in the pre-Yom Kipp…
Yair Netanyahu Extracted From Miami Amid Alleged Iranian Assassination Plot
Yair Netanyahu was urgently flown back to Israel from Miami in December 2025 following the discovery of an alleged Iranian assassination plot. The Shin Bet confirmed a significant…
Prominent Rabbi Visits Mount Meron for Yom Kippur Prayers
Rabbi Meir Tzvi Bergman visited the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai on Mount Meron for special prayers ahead of Yom Kippur. He prayed for his supporters and for the recovery of tw…
Cantor Hagi Yamini Discusses Tradition, Prayer, and Emotional Preparation
Cantor Hagi Yamini discussed the importance of tradition, early education in prayer, and deep preparation for leading congregational services. He highlighted the differences betwe…
Hapoel Haifa Suffers First League Loss as Beitar Jerusalem Secures Third Straight Win
Beitar Jerusalem defeated Hapoel Haifa 2-1, marking their third consecutive league win. Despite playing with ten men and missing a penalty, Beitar secured the victory, while Hapoe…
New Wave of Returnees to Faith Transform Past Failures into Fuel
Israeli religious returnees are transforming past failures into assets for their faith, drawing parallels to the repurposing of the Hiriya garbage dump and reinterpreting concepts…
Israel Eliminates Hamas Operatives Tied to Oct. 7 Attacks and Hostage Holding
Israeli forces have eliminated three Hamas operatives involved in the October 7th attacks and subsequent hostage-holding. The targeted individuals included a regional commander an…
Israel Deploys Teachers to West Bank Outposts Amid Rising Nationalist Crime
Israel is deploying teachers to West Bank illegal outposts to engage with "Hilltop Youth," at-risk individuals involved in nationalist crime. This new strategy, backed by a 120 mi…
Yad Sarah Promotes Home Hospitalization With Advanced Medical Equipment
The Israeli non-profit Yad Sarah is providing advanced medical equipment and services to enable patients to receive home hospitalization, allowing them to be closer to their famil…
Israel Braces for Yom Kippur with Security Alerts and Religious Observances
Israel heightened security ahead of Yom Kippur while religious communities engaged in extensive prayer services and rituals. Notable events included large gatherings at the Wester…