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Israeli Fencer Alon Sarid and Coach Dor Levit Aim for Olympic Medal After Historic Summer

Israeli fencer Alon Sarid and coach Dor Levit celebrate a historic summer with a European silver and a fourth-place World Championship finish, aiming for an Olympic medal in 2028…

Oscar Gloukh Decides to Stay at Ajax Amid Deportivo La Coruna Interest

Oscar Gloukh has rejected Deportivo La Coruna's offer and will likely remain at Ajax, where coach Mitchell Sanchez values him highly. This decision reduces the chances of Ajax sig…

Uganda and Burundi Consider Troop Deployment for US-Led Gaza Peacekeeping Force

Uganda and Burundi are negotiating to join a US-led international peacekeeping force in Gaza, with Uganda committing 1,200 troops and Burundi likely to follow. The 20,000-strong f…

Turkey Expands Military Presence in Syria Amid Growing Cooperation with Assad Ally

Turkey is strengthening its military presence in northern Syria through cooperation with rebel leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, with Israel remaining silent on related strikes. This partne…

Transport Minister Miri Regev Faces Protests in Morocco Amid Ben Gurion Airport Chaos

Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev faced protests in Morocco against her visit amid regional tensions and religious sensitivities, while Ben Gurion Airport in Israel suffered m…

Renowned Rebbetzin Simcha Barkatz Passes Away in Bnei Brak at 79

Rebbetzin Simcha Barkatz, a respected Torah educator and wife of Rabbi Yehoshua Barkatz, died at 79 in Bnei Brak after enduring illness. She was renowned for her educational work…

Global Sephardic Rabbis Convene in Manhattan to Strengthen Jewish Tradition and Community

Sephardic rabbis and community leaders from across the globe met in Manhattan to discuss preserving Jewish legal traditions, education, and community support. They emphasized incl…

Pnechas Idan Denies Sabotage Claims and Offers to Resign Live on Air

Pnechas Idan, head of the Israel Airports Authority workers' committee, denied plans to sabotage Miri Regev's flight and offered to resign and give up his pension during a live ra…

Labor Shortage at Ben Gurion Airport Sparks Chaos and Raises Holiday Service Concerns

Four Terror Balloons Cross From Gaza Into Israel Amid International Talks on Gaza Reconstruction

Four incendiary balloons from Gaza entered Israel over the weekend, causing no harm, amid ongoing international talks on Gaza's reconstruction. Israel has not approved any multina…

Airport Workers' Union Chief Pinchas Idan Accused of Orchestrating Massive Ben Gurion Airport Strike

Pinchas Idan, head of the Airport Authority workers' union, is accused by Israeli officials of orchestrating a major strike at Ben Gurion Airport for personal gain, including atte…

Gadi Eizenkot's Leadership Aura Meets Political Reality in Israel

Gadi Eizenkot, former IDF Chief of Staff, is seen by many Israelis as a potential national leader, but historical examples like Yigael Yadin show the difficulties military leaders…

Investigation Committee to Probe Ben Gurion Airport Shutdown Amid Dispute Over Strike

After major disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, an internal investigation committee was formed to determine responsibility. Foreign airlines may sue over losses, while the Finance…

Labor Dispute at Ben Gurion Airport Highlights Management and Staffing Issues Amid Travel Surge

Ben Gurion Airport faced major delays on August 20, 2026, due to a labor dispute caused by staff shortages amid record passenger volumes. The strike disrupted thousands of travele…

Israeli Supreme Court Overturns Government Decision to Close Army Radio Station Galatz

Ben Gurion Airport Chaos Continues After Sudden Strike Disrupts Flights and Baggage Handling

Ben Gurion Airport remains disrupted following a sudden strike on August 25 that caused major flight delays and baggage handling problems. Passengers faced long waits and some wer…

Netanyahu Faces Political Fragmentation Amid Public Service Collapse and Ben Gurion Airport Crisis

Benjamin Netanyahu faces political fragmentation and public service collapse highlighted by a major strike that shut down Ben Gurion Airport. His leadership is criticized for fost…

Netanyahu Blames Airport Workers' Union Head for Ben Gurion Airport Shutdown Amid Election Campaign

On August 20, 2026, Ben Gurion Airport faced a major shutdown due to a sudden labor crisis. Prime Minister Netanyahu blamed Pinhas Idan, the airport workers' union leader, and ord…

Airport Workers Originally Planned to Disrupt Transportation Minister's Flight Amid Ben-Gurion Chaos

The labor strike at Ben-Gurion Airport was initially intended to disrupt Transportation Minister Miri Regev's flight to Morocco but was postponed to avoid embarrassing Prime Minis…

Efrat Rayten Criticizes Miri Regev Over Ben Gurion Chaos and Supports Yair Golan

Knesset member Efrat Rayten harshly criticized Transportation Minister Miri Regev over the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport and defended Yair Golan’s politically charged remarks on Syr…

Strike at Ben Gurion Airport Costs Economy Up to 30 Million Shekels in One Day

A sudden strike at Ben Gurion Airport caused major delays and economic losses estimated at up to 30 million shekels in one day. The strike was reportedly intended to disrupt Trans…

Sudden Strike at Ben Gurion Airport Halts Flights, Leaves Thousands Stranded

Employees at Ben Gurion Airport launched a sudden strike on Thursday, disrupting flights and stranding about 100,000 passengers during the peak holiday season. The strike followed…

Netanyahu Threatens Action After Sudden Strike Causes Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport

Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned a sudden strike at Ben Gurion Airport that caused major disruptions, warning that those obstructing operations would be dismissed. The strike ha…

Former Israeli Transport Ministry CEO Blames Political Appointments for Ben Gurion Airport Crisis

Karen Turner, former Transport Ministry CEO, blamed political appointments and poor management for the crisis at Ben Gurion Airport, urging reforms and rejecting the notion that t…

Ben Gurion Airport Gradually Resumes Operations Amid Severe Staffing Crisis and Flight Disruptions

Ben Gurion Airport experienced a severe operational crisis on August 20, 2026, due to a prolonged staffing shortage, causing halted landings, delayed flights, and baggage handling…

Historic Letter from Baba Sali Reveals His Deep Yearning for Israel After State's Founding

A handwritten letter from the Baba Sali to Israel's first Minister of Religious Affairs, written in 1949 from Morocco, reveals his deep spiritual yearning for the newly establishe…

Israeli PM's Office Denies Approving International Force Entry Into Gaza Despite Cabinet Vote

Israel's Prime Minister's office denied approving the immediate entry of an international force into Gaza, despite a cabinet vote a month ago. Israel insists on Hamas's full disar…

Moroccan Harira Fish Stew Recipe Reveals Secret Spice for Perfect Shabbat Dish

Moroccan harira fish stew, a traditional Shabbat dish, achieves its authentic flavor through the use of ground caraway spice. The recipe involves cooking fish fillets in a rich, s…

Moroccan Pastilla Recipe Combines Crispy Phyllo with Savory Chicken and Almond Filling

A Moroccan pastilla recipe for Shabbat features a crispy phyllo crust filled with spiced chicken, caramelized onions, almonds, and a sweet-savory egg mixture, baked until golden a…

Direct Flights Between Israel and Morocco Resume After Three Years

Direct flights between Israel and Morocco have resumed after three years, with Arkia Airlines restarting service to Marrakech and Israir planning to join in September 2026. This r…

Arkia CEO Calls This Summer One of the Cheapest Despite Operational Delays at Ben Gurion Airport

Arkia Airlines CEO Oz Berlovitz says this summer is one of the cheapest for travelers despite delays caused by operational issues at Ben Gurion Airport. The airline offers discoun…

West Ham and Southampton Compete to Sign Moroccan Midfielder Imran Louza

West Ham and Southampton are competing to sign Moroccan midfielder Imran Louza from Watford, with several other European clubs also interested. Louza had a standout season in the…

US Expands Multinational Stabilization Force Plans for Gaza with African Troop Contributions

The US is expanding its multinational stabilization force plans for Gaza by engaging Uganda and Burundi to contribute troops, amid ongoing US diplomatic efforts in Israel. Senior…

MasterChef Contestant Jabs Judges Over Their Intrusive Questions During Elimination Challenge

During MasterChef: Dream Team 2026's first elimination challenge, contestant Eliav Sasson criticized judges Avi Biton and Yuval Ben Neria for their intrusive questions while he pr…

Israel Doubts US Plans to Disarm Hamas and Hezbollah, Insists IDF Must Lead Security Efforts

Israel expresses strong skepticism toward US-led plans to disarm Hamas and Hezbollah through international forces, emphasizing that only the IDF can effectively ensure security. D…

Israeli Representation Moves to New Rabat Office Named After Anti-Zionist Leader Amid Morocco Controversy

Israel's diplomatic mission in Rabat moved to a new office on a street named after an anti-Zionist leader, sparking controversy amid ongoing Gaza conflict and Moroccan opposition…

Israeli Military Plane Reroutes Over Morocco After Spain Denies Airspace Access

An Israeli military plane en route to Colombia was rerouted over Morocco after Spain denied it airspace access, involving the Home Front Command and Israeli defense and foreign mi…

Israeli Star Frieda Uziel Opens Up About Body Image Struggles and Fashion Industry Challenges

Israeli singer and influencer Frieda Uziel discusses her evolution from a goth teenager to a fashion and music star, addressing body image struggles, cosmetic procedures, and the…

Jared Kushner Signals Potential New Breakthrough in Middle East Peace Following Abraham Accords

Jared Kushner, key architect of the Abraham Accords, signals potential for new Middle East peace breakthroughs six years after the original agreements. He calls on regional leader…

Israeli Drone Maker Euro Sentinel Rebuilds After Iranian Missile Strike, Targets Chinese Market Dominance

After an Iranian missile destroyed its factory in April, Israeli drone maker Euro Sentinel relocated and is now mass-producing reconnaissance drones to compete with dominant Chine…

Israeli-American Startup Unveils Advanced Cruise Missile in Morocco Military Test

Israeli-American startup Covenant Industries revealed its new cruise missile, Anthem, in a successful live-fire test during a US-Morocco joint exercise in August 2026. The test in…

IDF Confirms Hamas Rebuilding Control in Gaza Amid Delays in Ceasefire Implementation

The IDF confirmed that Hamas is rebuilding its control in Gaza by using public facilities for military purposes during the ceasefire. UN coordinator Nikolay Mladenov denied any fi…

IDF Confirms Hamas Rebuilding Control in Gaza Amid Delays in Multinational Force Deployment

The IDF confirmed Hamas is rebuilding control in Gaza, using civilian facilities for military purposes despite the ceasefire. Nikolay Mladenov denied any financial deal with Hamas…

France Bans Telemarketing Calls Without Consent, Imposes Heavy Fines Up to $435,000

France has passed a law banning telemarketing calls without prior consent, imposing fines up to $435,000 per call. The law aims to curb intrusive sales calls affecting 75% of Fren…

Cyprus Rejects German Tanks, Awaits Israeli Merkava Deal Amid Rising Maintenance Issues

Cyprus rejected an offer for German Leopard tanks and is awaiting surplus Israeli Merkava Mark 3 tanks despite maintenance issues with its Russian fleet. Israel froze the Merkava…

Israeli Politicians Flock to Rabbi Yeshayahu Pinto Ahead of Elections

Ahead of Israel's Knesset elections, numerous politicians from across the spectrum attended Rabbi Yeshayahu Pinto's daughter's engagement, seeking his blessing despite his crimina…

Jackie Azulai Returns to MasterChef with Artistic Moroccan Fish Risotto Recipe

Jackie Azulai returned to MasterChef Israel with a Moroccan fish risotto recipe that impressed judges, alongside other creative dishes from returning contestants. The episode aire…

Israel Women's Soccer Team Faces Switzerland in 2027 World Cup Playoff in Brazil

Israel's women's soccer team will compete against Switzerland in the first round of the 2027 Women's World Cup European playoffs in Brazil. The tournament starts June 24, 2027, wi…