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Spanish Opposition Leader Appoints Pro-Israel Advocate to Key Election List

Spanish opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo appointed Cayetana Álvarez de Toledo, a strong supporter of Israel, to a key position on the People's Party's electoral list for the…

Security33m ago

Israeli Security Coordinator Indicted for Shooting Palestinian Woman

An indictment was filed against Pinhas Shem Tov Ran, a security coordinator from Itamar, for shooting at a Palestinian vehicle in Aqraba, severely injuring an 18-year-old woman. H…

Politics40m ago

Journalist Ayelet Hasson Slams Opposition Leaders for Hypocrisy

Journalist Ayelet Hasson accused opposition leaders of hypocrisy for their silence on the Military Advocate General's actions and the investigation of soldiers. Speaking on a radi…

Security2h ago

Mandelblit Testimony Crucial to Netanyahu Defense's "Defense from Justice" Claim

The defense in the Benjamin Netanyahu trial is centering its strategy on a "defense from justice" claim, arguing that the investigation process fundamentally violated legal fairne…

General2h ago

Court Orders Paternity Test for Two Girls Amid Father's Betrayal Fears

A family court in Be'er Sheva has ordered paternity tests for two girls after their father expressed doubts about his biological connection, citing suspicions about the mother's c…

Sports2h ago

Maccabi Netanya Nearly Signed Ben Mansford for Record Fee

Maccabi Netanya was close to signing former Maccabi Tel Aviv CEO Ben Mansford as general manager for a record contract of 500,000 euros per season. Mansford backed out of the deal…

Sports2h ago

Maccabi Netanya Nearly Signed Ben Mansford for Record Fee

Maccabi Netanya was close to signing former Maccabi Tel Aviv CEO Ben Mansford as general manager for a record-breaking contract of 500,000 euros per season. The deal collapsed whe…

Economy3h ago·2 outlets

Tel Aviv Municipal Parking Fees for Electric Cars Surge

Tel Aviv's municipal parking company, "Ahuzot HaHof," has raised electric vehicle charging prices by 53%, from 81 agorot to 1.24 shekels per kWh. This follows a recent 20% increas…

Security3h ago

French Election Uncertainty Fuels Aliyah Fears, Financial Concerns

Potential political instability in France, with elections in May, is increasing anxiety among French Jews and could spur immigration to Israel. Experts estimate that up to 50,000…

Politics4h ago

Industry Association Sues Health Ministry Over Regional Licensing Rules

The Manufacturers Association of Israel's Food Industry Association has sued the Ministry of Health in Jerusalem District Court, demanding the disclosure of regional differences i…

Security6h ago

Netanyahu Trial: Ex-AG Mandelblit's Testimony Reveals Investigation Lapses

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, revealing that Netanyahu was not explicitly warned of bribery suspicions in Case…

Politics10h ago·1 outlets

Israel's High Court Halts E1 Housing Tenders Near Election

Israel's High Court of Justice rejected a petition by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to proceed with tenders for over 1,000 housing units in the E1 area near Ma'ale Adumim. The…

Culture11h ago

Munich Biergarten Hosts 'Feuchtwanger Stammtisch' for Dialogue

The "Augustiner-Keller" beer garden in Munich hosted the "Feuchtwanger Stammtisch," a gathering named after Jewish writer Lion Feuchtwanger, to foster dialogue across diverse back…

Politics12h ago

Israel Election Jargon Explained Ahead of Tuesday Vote

Israel's general election is scheduled for Tuesday, with voting to begin at 7 A.M. The election process involves specific jargon such as "mandates" for parliamentary seats and "mi…

Politics13h ago

New Ultra-Orthodox Parties Challenge Establishment in Israeli Elections

Two new ultra-Orthodox parties, HaTzibur HaCharedi and Tzeva Shachor, are challenging established parties Shas and Yahadut HaTorah in the upcoming Israeli elections. These new fac…

Sports13h ago

Union St. Gilloise Dominates Hapoel Be'er Sheva 4-0 in Europa League

Belgian club Union Saint-Gilloise routed Israel's Hapoel Be'er Sheva 4-0 in the Europa League's third general stage round. Former Zorya Luhansk forward Guilherme Smith scored twic…

Politics13h ago

Ben-Gvir Slams Potential Charges Against Prison Chief as 'Persecution'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir strongly condemned a potential indictment against Israel Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Ya'akobi, calling it a "persecution campaign"…

Security13h ago·2 outlets

Ex-AG Mandelblit Testifies in Netanyahu Trial, Defends Investigation Approvals

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit testified in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial, defending his approvals for investigative actions in Cases 1000 and 2000. Netany…

Politics13h ago

Joint List Holds Large Election Rally in Nazareth

The Joint List political alliance held a large election festival in Nazareth to garner support. Key figures including Professor Yousef Jabareen and MK Ahmad Tibi attended the even…

Security13h ago

Israel's Attorney General to Indict Prison Chief Yaakovy Again

Israel's Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is expected to indict Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaakovy for a second time, this time for witness harassment and obstruction of…

Security14h ago

Israeli Generals: No Reason to Attack Before Elections Unless Provoked

elections unless provoked, despite political rhetoric from Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz. The IDF is focused on maintaining readiness and avoiding escalation…

Politics14h ago

UAE's Lana Nusseibeh Emerges as Candidate for UN Secretary-General

Lana Nusseibeh, the UAE's ambassador to the UN, announced her candidacy for UN Secretary-General on Wednesday. Nusseibeh, whose family has historical ties to Jerusalem, has served…

Security14h ago

First Human Death Linked to Schmallenberg Virus Variant After Midge Bite

French health authorities confirmed the first suspected human death from the Schmallenberg virus, likely transmitted by a midge bite, in a man with severe immunodeficiency. The zo…

Security14h ago

UN Reports Question Israel's Founding and Journalist Deaths

Two UN human rights reports are causing controversy by questioning Israel's founding and accusing it of intentionally harming journalists. One report links Israel's establishment…

Tech14h ago

General Motors Unveils AI and Autonomous Driving Tech Developed in Israel

General Motors has unveiled new AI and autonomous driving technologies, with significant development contributions from its Israeli R&D center. The company introduced OnStar AI fo…

Security14h ago

Israel Prison Service Commissioner Faces New Charges in Ben-Gvir Associates Case

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is close to deciding on charges against associates of Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Israel Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yaacobi is expected to…

Politics14h ago·1 outlets

Israel Police Bar Minister Ben-Gvir From Demolition Sites Over Election Fears

Israel's police and land enforcement authority will not invite National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to building demolitions, according to a state filing to the High Court of…

Politics15h ago

Parties Offer Empathy, Not Budgets, to Peripheral Region Leaders

Dozens of Israeli local authority heads from the Negev and Galilee regions are demanding concrete financial commitments from major political parties for a national development pla…

Politics16h ago

Gur Rabbi Refuses to Sign Traditional Call to Vote for United

The Gur Hasidim proposed signing the appeal with a general designation instead of individual rabbis' names. The party's chairman, Yaakov Asher, also commented on political matters…

Politics16h ago

Ben Gvir Defies Attorney General on Negev Demolitions

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir will continue attending illegal structure demolitions in the Negev, defying Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's directive. Ben Gvir st…

Politics17h ago·2 outlets

Israel's Election Has Global Implications, Experts Say

Israel's general election, scheduled in six days, is anticipated to have significant global repercussions beyond its 7.3 million eligible voters. Analysts predict the outcome will…

Politics17h ago

Apply Israeli Sovereignty to Judea, Samaria, Gaza, Movement Urges

The Sovereignty Movement is urging Israel to apply its sovereignty to Judea, Samaria, and Gaza, arguing it's a necessary political decision based on historical rights. Co-Chairs Y…

Politics17h ago

United Arab List May Join "Change Government," Supreme Court Bars Vote Count Data Transfer

Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List, indicated his party might join a "change government" to prevent Benjamin Netanyahu's return as Prime Minister. The Supreme Court ruled…

Politics17h ago

Israel's National Security Minister Defies Attorney General on Negev Demolitions

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir informed Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara that he will continue participating in illegal structure demolitions in the Negev, defying…

Security17h ago

Israeli Minister Defies Attorney General on Negev Demolitions

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir will continue to attend illegal structure demolitions in the Negev, defying a directive from Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara. Ben…

Security18h ago

Retired General Sees Hamas Threat as Strategic Opportunity for Israel

Retired Brigadier General Oren Solomon views Hamas's threat of further attacks as a strategic opportunity for Israel to dismantle the organization and evacuate Gaza's population…

Politics18h ago

Israel's Attorney General Clashes With National Security Minister Over Demolitions

Israel's Attorney General is moving to strip National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir of authority over demolishing illegal structures following a petition by the Ra'am party. B…

Security18h ago·2 outlets

Libya's Turkey Maritime Deal Sparks Regional Tensions

Libya's eastern parliament approved a 2019 maritime deal with Turkey, bolstering Ankara's claims in the eastern Mediterranean and increasing regional tensions. The agreement, whic…

Security18h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Recalls Pressure, Changes Testimony in Netanyahu Trial

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit changed his testimony and clashed with Benjamin Netanyahu's lawyer during his cross-examination in the Prime Minister's trial. Mandelbli…

Health18h ago

Health Ministry Admits Surge in Complaints Over Extended Wait Times Post-Reform

The Israeli Ministry of Health has admitted to a significant rise in complaints about extended wait times for child development services following a new reform. Director-General M…

Security18h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Confirms Pressure During Netanyahu Investigations

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit confirmed under cross-examination that he faced significant pressure during the initial investigations into Prime Minister Benjamin Neta…

Security19h ago

Mandelblit and Netanyahu's Lawyer Clash in Court Over Protests

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's lawyer, Amit Haddad, engaged in a tense confrontation during cross-examination. Haddad questione…

Politics19h ago

Israel's Supreme Court Bars Real-Time Voter Data from Polling Stations

Israel's Supreme Court has ruled that party representatives cannot report real-time voter numbers from polling stations digitally. The decision, made by a majority of two justices…

Politics20h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Admits Error on Yair Netanyahu Hotel Stay Investigation

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit admitted he made an error during his testimony, initially denying he approved an investigation into Yair Netanyahu's hotel stay. After a…

Politics20h ago

Eli Ohana Admits Potential Election Loss in Bet with Barak Sari

Eli Ohana admitted he might lose a bet with Barak Sari regarding the upcoming election results, though he still expects a right-wing majority. The two discussed predictions for th…

Security20h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit Admits Error in Netanyahu Trial Testimony

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit admitted to making a mistake during his testimony in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial. Initially stating he didn't recall appro…

Security20h ago

Tech Entrepreneur Calls for Netanyahu Trial Halt, Threatens Prosecutors

High-tech entrepreneur Oren Dobronsky has sharply criticized the ongoing trial of Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, suggesting prosecutors could face jail time. His comments emer…

Security20h ago

Ex-AG Mandelblit's Unusual Statement on Netanyahu Investigation Revealed

Former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit's statement, "If I erred, take me to the High Court of Justice," was revealed during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's trial. His lawy…