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Israeli Adventurer Achieves High-Altitude Paragliding Dream in Alps

Israeli adventurer Ohad realized his dream of paragliding from a 4,000-meter peak in the Alps after a challenging multi-day climb. He ascended with an Israeli climbing guide, faci…

Politics2h ago2

Latest Polls Show Eisenkot Bloc Leading Netanyahu, No Majority for Either Side

Recent Israeli election polls indicate a lead for Gadi Eisenkot's bloc over Binyamin Netanyahu's coalition, with no side projected to secure a governing majority of 61 seats. Poll…

Security2h ago

Nations Exploit Crypto to Evade Sanctions, Fueling Illicit Economies

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested Israel prepare for sanctions using cryptocurrency, a tool already employed by nations like Iran and North Korea to circumvent economic…

Politics2h ago

Netanyahu Vows Action Against Palestinian Authority, Iran, and Election Rivals

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to neutralize the Palestinian Authority threat with undisclosed methods and prevent a Palestinian state, while announcing expanded military…

Security4h ago2·6 outlets

Woman Dies After Stabbing by Partner in Haifa

A woman in her 40s has died in Haifa after being stabbed by her partner. Police have arrested the partner at the scene and opened an investigation into the fatal incident. The sta…

Security4h ago

Two Soldiers Killed in Judea and Samaria Terror Attack Mourned

Two Israeli soldiers, Sergeant First Class Ron Yonatan Roitman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Suilam, were killed in a terror attack on October 23, 2026, near the Yehuda Junction in Jude…

Security4h ago2·2 outlets

Woman Dies After Stabbing by Partner in Haifa

A woman in her 40s died after being stabbed by her partner in Haifa. Police have opened an investigation and arrested the partner at the scene. The investigation into the circumst…

Security4h ago2

Woman Fatally Stabbed in Haifa; Husband Arrested

Police arrested a man on Friday evening for allegedly stabbing his wife to death in their Haifa apartment. The woman was critically injured and later died. Investigators are colle…

Security4h ago

Woman Critically Injured in Haifa Stabbing, Husband Arrested

Police arrested a man in Haifa on Friday evening for allegedly stabbing his wife in their Kiryat Haim apartment, leaving her critically injured. Emergency services responded to th…

Politics4h ago

Likud Election Ad Deemed Misleading by Court

The Likud party must clarify that its Arabic billboards featuring opposition figures are its own campaign, not affiliated with Gadi Eisenkot's Yachad party. The Election Committee…

Security5h ago

Two Soldiers Killed Near Hebron; IDF on High Alert

Two Israeli soldiers, Staff Sergeant Ron Yonatan Roytman and Sergeant Yuval Shai Svilem, were killed in a shooting attack near Hebron by two terrorists who were subsequently kille…

Sports5h ago

Union of Sons of Jatt Defeats Hapoel Sons of Musmus 4-2

Union of Sons of Jatt defeated Hapoel Sons of Musmus 4-2 in a First Division soccer match. Jatt established a 4-0 lead in the first half with goals from Yarin Shushan, Kamel Igbar…

Culture6h ago·9 outlets

Former Director-General of Israel's Chief Rabbinate, Rabbi Yehuda Cohen, Dies

Rabbi Yehuda Cohen, former Director-General of the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, has died. The Chief Rabbinate announced his passing, praising his long service and dedication to stre…

Politics7h ago·2 outlets

UAE Diplomat Lana Nusseibeh Enters Race for UN Secretary-General

UAE diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for UN Secretary-General, potentially becoming the first woman and first person of Palestinian descent to hold the post. Her candi…

Security8h ago

IDF Establishes Civilian Roles for Spiritual Guidance of Haredi Soldiers

The Israel Defense Forces is creating new civilian roles to provide spiritual guidance and religious oversight for ultra-Orthodox soldiers, particularly within the Hasmonean Briga…

Security8h ago4

Two Palestinian Attackers Killed Near Hebron After Injuring Five

Two Palestinian militants linked to Hamas were killed by Israeli soldiers near Hebron on Friday after injuring five people in an attack. The attackers, who had a significant amoun…

General9h ago

Rabbinic Texts Warn of Severe Punishment for Disrespecting Torah Scholars

An article discusses the severe spiritual and earthly consequences of disrespecting prominent rabbis, citing ancient Jewish texts and historical anecdotes. It warns that such acti…

Security9h ago

France Faces Crisis as Riots Threaten Jewish Community and Social Order

France is experiencing widespread riots, including arson and looting, with a recent incident involving vandalism at a Paris synagogue raising concerns for the Jewish community. Th…

Security9h ago

Netanyahu Advisor Urikh Escaped Conflict of Interest Deal, Claims Ex-aide Hefetz

Nir Hefetz, a former advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claims that Jonathan Urikh, a close aide to Netanyahu, was not subjected to conflict of interest regulations des…

Security9h ago

Two Teenagers Injured in Ashdod Scooter-Car Collision

Two 17-year-old girls were moderately injured in Ashdod on Thursday when their electric scooter was hit by a car. Emergency services treated them at the scene on Yitzhak Rabin Bou…

Economy9h ago

Israel's Real Estate Crisis Needs More Than New Leadership

Israel's real estate market faces stagnation, with the next government needing to implement significant policy changes beyond just leadership shifts. Key proposals include expandi…

Health9h ago

Personalized Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promise in Large Trial, Sparks Investor Jitters

A new personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma patients, developed by Moderna and Merck, has shown significant success in a Phase 3 trial, reducing the risk of recurrence or death b…

Politics10h ago

Netanyahu Links Iran Action to Election Results, Cites 'Total' Impact

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that election results will "totally" impact Israel's ability to act against Iran's nuclear program. He believes toppling the Iranian regim…

Economy10h ago

Developers Seek to Reduce Apartment Sizes in Redevelopment Projects

Developers in Israel are renegotiating "Pinui Binui" (evacuation and construction) agreements, seeking to reduce apartment sizes due to increased costs. While signed contracts are…

Economy10h ago

Developers Shun Mixed-Use Towers Amidst Market Challenges

Major Israeli developers are increasingly abandoning plans for mixed-use towers that combine residential and office spaces. Azrieli Group recently decided against building 292 apa…

Politics10h ago

Four Trends Undermine Claims of Israel's Most Fateful Election Ever

Israel's current election is being framed as historically significant, but four trends suggest a more nuanced reality. The tendency to call every election "fateful" can undermine…

Security11h ago5

Israeli Army Investigation Reveals New Details on Hebron Shooting Attack

An initial Israeli military investigation into a Friday shooting attack near Hebron revealed the incident lasted over 20 minutes and wounded six soldiers before the two Palestinia…

Security11h ago

Ex-IDF General: Saudi Arabia May Join Abraham Accords Soon

Former IDF Major General Eliezer Marom predicts Saudi Arabia will join the Abraham Accords, possibly as a pre-election gift to Donald Trump. He believes a renewed war with Iran is…

World11h ago

Reality Star Gal Rubin Experiences Air Raid Sirens During Ukraine Spiritual Journey

Israeli reality star Gal Rubin experienced air raid sirens during a spiritual trip to Ukraine, where she visited the grave of Rabbi Israel Baal Shem Tov. Her journey comes amid a…

Economy11h ago

FIMI Fund to Invest $55 Million in Pool Cleaner Firm Maytronics

FIMI Opportunity Funds has made a non-binding offer to invest NIS 200 million ($55 million) in Maytronics, a robotic pool cleaner manufacturer, valuing the company at NIS 200 mill…

Politics11h ago·2 outlets

Haredi Yeshiva Leaders Urge Against Protest Votes in Upcoming Election

Leaders of Haredi secondary yeshivas have issued their first-ever election letter, urging against protest votes. The statement comes as Moti Lightner's party, polling at 0.3%, fac…

Culture11h ago

Parashat Lech Lecha: Abraham's Trials Offer Lessons in Growth and Faith

Parashat Lech Lecha details Abraham's first of ten trials, a divine command to journey to an unknown land, which serves as a foundation for Jewish faith and individual growth. The…

Security11h ago

Two Youths Arrested in Tel Aviv for Robbery of Tens of Thousands of Shekels

Police arrested two young men from Jaljulia in Tel Aviv on suspicion of robbing a citizen overnight. The suspects allegedly used violence and pepper spray to steal tens of thousan…

Security11h ago

Iraq Reactor Bombing Occurred Days Before 1981 Israeli Election

Israel bombed Iraq's Osirak nuclear reactor days before the 1981 general elections, according to a historical quiz. The strike, conducted by the Israeli Air Force during Prime Min…

Politics12h ago

Rabbinical Leaders Oppose Shabbat Candle Lighting Protest

Senior rabbis leading national religious yeshivas have issued an unprecedented directive against a protest involving Shabbat candle lighting in a location other than one's home. T…

Politics12h ago

Influencer Backs Ofir Winter's Party; Reporter Praises Her Stance

Social media influencer Odia Pinto announced she will vote for Ofir Winter's "Am Israel" party, citing security concerns in northern Israel. Channel 13 reporter Moria Asraf public…

Culture12h ago

Rabbi Yigal Cohen Rules on Opening Drink Bottles on Shabbat

Rabbi Yigal Cohen, head of Yabia Omer institutions, ruled on the permissibility of opening drink bottles on Shabbat. The ruling was part of a daily halacha segment addressing Shab…

Security12h ago

France's Global Posturing Contrasts With Domestic Turmoil and Rising Antisemitism

France is experiencing significant domestic unrest, marked by riots and looting, alongside a disturbing rise in antisemitism affecting its Jewish population. The article criticize…

Security12h ago·3 outlets

Kushner Denies Report of Secret Billions from UAE, Saudi Arabia

Jared Kushner had access to secret bank accounts with approximately $2 billion from UAE leader Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Saudi royal Mohammed bin Salman during Donald Trump'…

Security12h ago

Netanyahu Orders Security Lockdown on West Bank After Deadly Shooting

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered an immediate security cordon on Hebron and a full West Bank closure following a shooting attack that injured six people. Security forces…

Security12h ago

Three Suspects Arrested After Stabbing in Jaffa Club

Israeli police arrested three suspects, aged 18-19, following a stabbing inside a Jaffa club that injured an 18-year-old male. The incident began as a dispute inside the club and…

Politics12h ago

Top Rabbis Urge Followers to Obey Sages Ahead of Election

Six Haredi vocational high school rabbis issued a letter urging followers to vote according to the guidance of leading sages, not for any specific party. The letter, released days…

Security13h ago

Israel Braces for Weekend Traffic Disruptions Due to Rail Work and Protests

Drivers in central Israel face major traffic disruptions this weekend due to Israel Railways work on Highways 20 and 531 and police closures in Tel Aviv for a rally. Rail work on…

Security13h ago

Kushner Denies Allegations of Secret Saudi-UAE Financial Deal

Jared Kushner has denied allegations from Matthew Cole's new book, "Princes and Thieves," published by Vanity Fair, which claims a secret financial arrangement linked Kushner to S…

Security13h ago·4 outlets

New Book Alleges Secret Financial Network Linked Kushner, Netanyahu, Gulf Rulers

A new book by Matthew Cole alleges that Jared Kushner, former President Trump's senior adviser, was linked to a secret financial network involving Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…

Politics13h ago

Israeli Lawyer Calls for Silence Breaking, Cites Dreyfus Affair

Attorney Guy Bussi called on Israeli legal figures to break their silence, comparing the situation to Émile Zola's "J'Accuse...!" letter in the Dreyfus affair. Bussi urged those i…

Culture13h ago

Rapper Ron Nesher Slams Yinon Magal Over "Bibist" Remark

Rapper Ron Nesher attacked TV host Yinon Magal on Instagram, calling him a sycophant and making a vulgar insult about Prime Minister Netanyahu. Magal had previously been criticize…

Politics14h ago

Netanyahu's Mistake: Campaign Against Winter May Cost Ruling Right

The Netanyahu bloc's campaign against Ofer Winter's new party, "Am Israel," is criticized as a major failure with days left before the election. The strategy to portray Winter as…