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Nova Festival Survivor Recounts Harrowing Ordeal and Lingering Trauma

A former police officer, Yamit, recounts her survival of the October 7th Nova festival attack, detailing her severe injuries and the ongoing psychological trauma. She describes th…

Security6h ago2

Trump Reveals Bomber Relocation Due to Specific Threats, Blames Iran for Dubai Flight Incident

President Donald Trump stated that U.S. bombers were moved from RAF Fairford due to specific threats and believes Iran was responsible for an attempted hijacking of a Flydubai fli…

Economy7h ago·2 outlets

Kisu Restaurant Chain Opts for Private Investment Over Stock Exchange Listing

Asian restaurant chain Kisu has abandoned plans for a stock market IPO and will instead sell a 30-35% stake to investment fund Green Lantern for up to NIS 370 million. The deal va…

Politics7h ago·2 outlets

Netanyahu Seeks to Postpone Trial Hearings Due to Submarine Probe Testimony

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's legal team has asked to postpone 18 trial hearings in his corruption case, citing conflicts with testimony in the submarine affair inquiry. The…

Security7h ago

Child Injured After Heavy Object Falls On Him Near Megiddo Junction

A 10-year-old boy was hospitalized in moderate condition after a heavy object fell on him near the Megiddo Junction. MDA paramedics provided treatment and transported him to Ramba…

Security7h ago·11 outlets

Residents Neutralize Armed Terrorist After Attack Attempt in Benjamin

Residents of Hanania Farm in the Benjamin region neutralized an armed terrorist who attempted to stab them and set a vehicle on fire. Security forces later arrested a second suspe…

Politics7h ago4

UK Green Party's Anti-Zionist Motion Sparks Concern for British Jews

The UK Green Party passed a motion declaring Zionism a form of racism and calling for a single state in historic Palestine. Critics contend the motion will endanger British Jews a…

Security7h ago

Iran Trains Women for Combat Amid Tensions with US and Israel

Iran is training women for combat roles against the US and Israel as part of the "Jan Fada" movement. The initiative has seen massive registration, with plans to expand units and…

World8h ago

Nigerian King Highlights Unity Between Nigeria and Israel

Nigerian King Ogiame Atuwatse III visited Israel, organized by Bishop Robert Stearns of Eagles' Wings, emphasizing unity between peoples and potential developmental partnerships…

Security8h ago

Settlers Attack Palestinian Villages in West Bank, Reports Say

Palestinian media reported that settlers attacked two villages in the West Bank, throwing stones and setting fires. Three people were reportedly injured in one of the villages, Ja…

Sports8h ago·2 outlets

Rafi Menco to Stay with Hapoel HaEmek Through Season's End

Israeli basketball player Rafi Menco will finish the season with Hapoel HaEmek after club officials apologized for past treatment. He has been training with the team and will be a…

Security9h ago·8 outlets

Second Terrorist Captured After Attempted Attack in Benjamin Region

Israeli forces captured the second terrorist involved in an attempted stabbing and arson attack near Ramun in the Benjamin region. A third suspect was also arrested after the init…

Security9h ago

Israel's Growing Regional Influence and Potential Role in Yemen Conflict

Israel's increased regional activity, particularly its potential involvement in countering Houthi threats in Yemen, has led to reports of Israeli strategic interests and a possibl…

Security9h ago

IDF Arrests Second Suspect in Attempted Attack Near Hanania Farm

The IDF, with Shin Bet intelligence, arrested a second suspect and a third individual in connection with an attempted attack near Hanania Farm on October 5, where two Palestinians…

Security9h ago·2 outlets

Second Terrorist Captured After Attempted Stabbing Attack in Benjamin

Israeli security forces captured two terrorists involved in an attempted stabbing attack in the Benjamin region. One suspect was apprehended after a chase, and another was arreste…

Security9h ago·3 outlets

Second Terrorist Arrested in Attempted Attack in Benjamin Region

Israeli forces arrested a second suspect involved in an attempted terrorist attack near the village of Ramun in the Benjamin region, following intelligence from the Shin Bet.

Security9h ago

Iran Claims Strait Control Amid Economic Woes and Rising Tensions

Iran claims full control of the Strait of Hormuz while its currency collapses and oil exports face severe restrictions. The nation has set seven conditions for reopening the strai…

Security9h ago

Shin Bet Chief Considers Reinstating Detention for Jewish Extremists

Shin Bet chief David Zini is considering reinstating administrative detention for Jewish extremists in Judea and Samaria if other measures fail. The policy was previously halted b…

Security9h ago

Teenager Injured in Cycling Accident in Northern Israel

A 13-year-old boy was moderately injured in a cycling accident in the Mateh Asher Regional Council and was evacuated to the Galilee Medical Center.

Sports9h ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Halts Sports to Honor Oct. 7 Victims

The Hapoel Tel Aviv basketball club held a memorial ceremony to honor the victims of the October 7th attacks, pausing sports activities. Club officials, players, and families of v…

Security9h ago

Israel Approves Extradition of Suspect in Major Crypto Fraud Case to US

Israel has approved the extradition of Alexander Block to the United States, where he faces charges related to a major cryptocurrency fraud. Block was arrested in Israel in April…

Security9h ago·4 outlets

US Grants Israel Approval for Strikes on Iran-Linked Militias in Iraq

The United States has reportedly authorized Israel to conduct strikes against Iran-linked militias in Iraq. This move aims to disrupt supply routes used by Iran's Revolutionary Gu…

Security10h ago

Libyan General's Son Attended Secret Summit with Netanyahu

Saddam Haftar, son of eastern Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar, attended a secret summit in Abu Dhabi where he was in the same room as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Th…

Politics10h ago

UK Threatens to Expel Israeli Diplomats Over Jerusalem Consulate Closure

The United Kingdom has threatened to expel 27 Israeli diplomats if Israel closes its consulate in East Jerusalem. The British Ambassador warned of a "diplomat for diplomat" respon…

Security10h ago

From Survivors to Soldiers: Their Journey After October 7th

Three individuals who survived the October 7th attacks in southern Israel have enlisted in the IDF, sharing their difficult journeys from trauma to military service.

Security10h ago

Motorcyclist Injured in Accident Near Kibbutz Shdmot Yam

A 64-year-old man was moderately injured after his motorcycle slipped near Kibbutz Shdmot Yam. He was treated by MDA paramedics and taken to Hillel Yaffe Medical Center.

Security11h ago

US Lifts Restrictions on Israeli Military Action in Iraq

The United States has reportedly removed all restrictions on Israel's military operations in Iraq as U.S. troops prepare to withdraw from the country. This change allows Israel to…

Security11h ago

Israel's President Herzog Calls Iran 'Empire of Evil' in US Interview

Israeli President Isaac Herzog described Iran as an "empire of evil" in a US interview, warning against its nuclear ambitions and regional destabilization. He also discussed the i…

Security11h ago

Christian Group Counters Boycotts With Judea and Samaria Buying Initiative

The International Christian Embassy in Jerusalem (ICEJ) organized a campaign during Sukkot to support businesses in Judea and Samaria and counter anti-Israel boycotts. Christian v…

Security11h ago

Biden Envoy Denies U.S. Received Hamas Attack Warnings

Brett McGurk, a senior advisor to President Biden, stated that the U.S. received no prior warnings about the October 7 Hamas attack. He confirmed this after checking with regional…

Politics11h ago

Lebanese Government Competes With Hezbollah for Southern Lebanon's Reconstruction

The Lebanese government is deploying mobile homes to southern villages, aiming to provide reconstruction aid and gain influence among the Shiite population, challenging Hezbollah'…

Tech11h ago

Israel Entertainment to Invest Millions in Micro-Drama Content

Israel Entertainment plans to invest millions of shekels in micro-drama and short-form content by 2027, expanding its digital offerings for social media. The company aims to produ…

Economy11h ago

Adit Finance to Fund 45 Homes Project in Adam Settlement

Adit Finance will provide financial backing for a new 45-home residential project in the Adam settlement in the West Bank, developed by Binyanei Bar Amna and partners. The project…

Security12h ago

IDF Pursues Second Terrorist After Attack on Benjamin Farm

Israeli forces are hunting a second attacker after a terror incident at a farm in the Benjamin region. This was the third attempted attack in Israel that day, with another inciden…

Security12h ago

Gaza Envelope Residents Grapple With Return Amid Lingering Trauma

Residents of Israel's Gaza Envelope region are debating the possibility of returning home after the October 7th attacks, citing deep-seated fears and a broken sense of trust in th…

Security12h ago

Palestinians Set Fire to Car Near Israeli Farm; One Attacker Neutralized

Two Palestinians attempted to set fire to a car near a Jewish farm in the Binyamin region on Monday. One attacker, who threatened residents with a knife, was neutralized by the re…

Culture12h ago2

Hod Hasharon Emerges as a Thriving Culinary Destination

Hod Hasharon is becoming a major culinary destination in central Israel with the opening of new branches of national chains like Mojo San and Hanach'd Shel Hanania, joining existi…

Security12h ago

IDF Discovers, Destroys Assad-Regime Weapons in Southern Syria

The IDF announced the discovery and destruction of Assad-era weapons in southern Syria. The announcement followed two separate incidents where suspects were apprehended or elimina…

Security12h ago2·5 outlets

IDF Soldiers Shoot Two Suspects Approaching Syrian Military Post

IDF soldiers in southern Syria shot and apprehended two suspects who approached an IDF post on a motorcycle. Separately, the IDF found explosives in the area. Local leaders and of…

Sports12h ago·1 outlets

Fourth Maccabiada Set for January 2027 in Eilat

The fourth Maccabiada, a large sports event for the National Labor Federation and Maccabi Israel, will be held in Eilat in January 2027. The event aims to bring together thousands…

Security12h ago·2 outlets

Health Ministry Warns of Rabies Risk After Two Jackals Test Positive

Two jackals in Israel's Golan region tested positive for rabies, prompting the Ministry of Health to issue urgent warnings. The ministry is urging anyone who had contact with the…

Politics13h ago

US Shifts Western Sahara Strategy From Recognition to Diplomatic Settlement

The United States has shifted its Western Sahara policy from recognizing Moroccan sovereignty to actively pursuing a diplomatic settlement. While U.S. recognition of Moroccan clai…

Security13h ago

Al-Qaeda Remains Active and Influential, Terrorism Expert States

Terrorism expert Yoram Schweitzer stated that al-Qaeda remains active and influential, investing in propaganda and inspiring affiliates. He believes a recent attempted hijacking w…

Security13h ago4

West Bank Man Arrested for Dumping Sewage Near Israeli Settlements

Israeli police arrested a Palestinian man in the West Bank for dumping sewage into streams and boasting online that he was harming Israelis. His truck was confiscated following pu…

Politics13h ago

Israel to Legalize Tens of Thousands of Unsanctioned Arab Sector Buildings

Israel is reportedly set to legalize nearly 58,000 illegal structures in the Arab sector, a move criticized by the "Artzitnu" movement as discriminatory and rewarding illegal cons…

Culture13h ago

Maariv Journalist Miki Levin Joins Reshet 13 Morning Show

Journalist Miki Levin will join Reshet 13's morning show "Haolam HaBoker" as a panelist, continuing her work for Maariv. The network also recently appointed Itay Dankner as the ne…

Security14h ago4·3 outlets

Two Terror Attacks Foiled in West Bank Within Hours, No Israelis Injured

Israeli forces and a civilian thwarted two attempted terror attacks in the West Bank on Monday, one a car-ramming near Hebron and the other a stabbing attempt in the Binyamin regi…

Economy14h ago

Aura Real Estate Sees Sales Surge Following 'Hever' Club Promotion

Aura Real Estate experienced a significant sales boost from a five-day promotion with the 'Hever' Club, resulting in 385 apartment sales or purchase requests. The company sold 722…