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Poll Shows Ofer Winter's Party Failing to Reach Knesset Threshold

A Channel 12 News poll shows Ofer Winter's Amcha Yisrael party with 1.5% of the vote, failing to reach the electoral threshold for the Knesset. The poll also indicates the opposit…

Politics4h ago

Ofer Winter's Far-Right Party Again Misses Knesset Threshold

Ofer Winter's far-right party, Amcha Yisrael, failed to clear the electoral threshold in two recent polls, indicating it would not gain Knesset seats.

Politics6h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Faction Attacks Noam Party Booth in Beit Shemesh

Activists from the Neturei Karta faction violently attacked and dismantled a public outreach booth for the "Noam L'Yisrael" party in Beit Shemesh. Local residents intervened to su…

Politics6h ago·5 outlets

Top Rabbi Dov Landau Denounces Zionism, Calls It Disastrous for Jewish People

Prominent Haredi leader Rabbi Dov Landau has been criticized by Israeli politicians for calling Zionism disastrous and suggesting Arab rule would have been preferable. His remarks…

Politics7h ago·4 outlets

New Poll Shows Eisenkot Leading, Netanyahu Bloc Shrinking

A new poll indicates Gadi Eisenkot's party leading ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections, with Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc showing a decline. The survey also revealed public opini…

Culture7h ago

Leading Rabbis Embark on Historic Journey to Radin, Vilna, and Volozhin

A delegation of prominent rabbis is traveling to Radin, Volozhin, and Vilna for a spiritual journey focused on prayer, reinforcing Torah study, and connecting with historical cent…

Security7h ago3

Calls for Investigation Into "NezA" Film Creator Over Alleged Terrorist Ties

Following a report alleging ties between "NezA" film creator Yuval Abraham and terrorist groups, Israeli officials are calling for a comprehensive investigation by the Shin Bet. T…

Politics8h ago·2 outlets

Liberman Proposes Jordan Take Control of Palestinian Areas in West Bank

Avigdor Liberman, chairman of Yisrael Beytenu, proposed that Jordan take over public order and daily life for Palestinians in West Bank Areas A and B, while Israel maintains secur…

Security8h ago

Israel's Shin Bet Joins Probe Into Flydubai Co-Pilot's Alleged Hijacking Attempt

Israel's Shin Bet security agency is participating in the investigation of an Omani co-pilot suspected of attempting to hijack a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv. The probe highlights…

Politics8h ago

Internal Polls Show Likud's Attacks May Be Hurting Vinter's Party

Internal polls reportedly show a sharp decline in support for Ofer Vinter's new party, "Amcha Yisrael," following attacks from the Likud. While some within Likud fear this strateg…

Politics8h ago·1 outlets

Minister Chikli Mocks Lieberman with Russian Accent, Calls Netanyahu 'Idiot'

Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli mimicked opposition leader Avigdor Lieberman with a Russian accent on the radio, calling him a "chatterbox" and "clown." Lieberman, in turn, had ca…

Culture8h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Newspaper 'HaModia' Fined $60,000 for Questioning Residents' Religiosity

The ultra-Orthodox newspaper 'HaModia' is appealing a court decision that fined it approximately $60,000 for publishing an article that questioned the religious standing of four r…

Politics9h ago

October 7 Trauma Shapes Next Knesset Membership and Debates

Israel's upcoming elections are heavily influenced by the October 7 massacre, with many candidates having direct personal ties to the events. The next Knesset is expected to featu…

Culture9h ago

Hasidic Leader's Celebration Features Gabbai Dressed as Shepherd

The Rebbe of Munkacs-Belz held a holiday closing ceremony where his gabbai, Rabbi Yisrael Miller, dressed as a shepherd and entertained children with candies and stories.

Culture9h ago

Hassidic Rebbes Celebrate Holidays with Joyful Gatherings

Hassidic Rebbes across Israel led their communities in joyous celebrations marking the end of the Sukkot holiday, including special gatherings, prayers, and unique customs. Events…

Security9h ago·2 outlets

Eisenkot Claims Netanyahu Received Arab Warnings Before Oct. 7; Gallant Details Hostage Deal Collapse

Gadi Eisenkot stated Prime Minister Netanyahu received Arab warnings before October 7th and criticized his handling of intelligence. Former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant detailed…

Security9h ago

Shin Bet Chief Warns of Resuming Administrative Detentions for Jewish Extremists

Shin Bet Chief David Zini has warned that administrative detentions against Jewish extremists may be reinstated if current measures fail to curb violence in Judea and Samaria. The…

Security9h ago

Amcha Yisrael Proposes Independent October 7 Inquiry Commission

The Amcha Yisrael party has proposed a framework for an independent commission of inquiry into the October 7 attacks. The plan calls for a politically independent body, selected b…

Security9h ago

Israel Prepares to Block Foreign Activists During Olive Harvest Season

Israeli farmers and security officials met to plan for the upcoming olive harvest season, focusing on preventing foreign activists from entering Judea and Samaria to disrupt the h…

Politics10h ago·1 outlets

Eisenkot Rejects Lieberman's Call to Fire Shin Bet Chief, Demands Investigation

Gadi Eisenkot rejected calls to fire the Shin Bet chief without an investigation, instead criticizing the Transportation Minister and Prime Minister. Former Defense Minister Yoav…

Security11h ago

Eisenkot Blames Lack of Investigation for Flydubai Incident

Yisrael Beiteinu party leader Gadi Eisenkot attributed the Flydubai flight incident to a three-year failure to investigate and learn lessons, criticizing the Ministry of Transport…

Politics11h ago

Election Letter 'B' Goes to Ben-Gvir's Party, 'T' to Religious Zionism

In Israel's upcoming Knesset elections, Itamar Ben-Gvir's Otzma Yehudit party has been assigned the election letter 'B', historically linked to the National Religious Party. The R…

Security12h ago·2 outlets

Woman Critically Injured After Being Hit and Trapped Under a Driving School Car in Bat Yam

A woman in her 50s was critically injured in Bat Yam after being hit and trapped under a driving school car. She was rescued by firefighters and transported to the hospital in ser…

Security12h ago

Netanyahu Government Delays State Inquiry into October 7 Failures for Three Years

The Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has delayed establishing a state commission of inquiry into the failures preceding the October 7th attacks for ov…

Politics12h ago

New Right-Wing Party Pledges Support for Netanyahu, Demands Draft Law Passage

Ofer Winter's new right-wing party, Am Echad Yisrael, will only recommend Benjamin Netanyahu for prime minister but demands the passage of a conscription law and a decisive milita…

Culture12h ago

Iranian Jewish Community Celebrates Simchat Torah in Tehran

The Jewish community in Tehran celebrated Simchat Torah with singing and dancing, including the Hebrew phrase "Am Yisrael Chai." Videos were shared by Chief Rabbi Yehuda Grami, of…

Security12h ago

Ex-IDF Chief Eisenkot Speaks at Counter-Terrorism Conference

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot is speaking at the 26th International Counter-Terrorism Conference in Herzliya, held on the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks. T…

Politics12h ago

Opposition Parties Silent on Future of Jewish Prayer at Jerusalem's Temple Mount

Opposition parties in Israel have given varied and often vague responses when asked about continuing Jewish prayer at the Temple Mount. Some parties indicated they would maintain…

Politics13h ago·1 outlets

Haredi Party Vows Coalition Veto Over Draft Law

United Torah Judaism MK Meir Porush stated his party will veto coalition positions and legislation until a draft law for yeshiva students is passed. He warned that the judicial sy…

Politics13h ago

Public Figures Defend Yosef Haddad Amidst Old Videos

Singer Kfir Tzafir and activist Natalie Dadon defended Yosef Haddad, a member of the Am Yisrael Party, against criticism over past statements supporting a Palestinian state. Tzafi…

Culture14h ago

Oshrat Salimov Steps Out in Striking Black Dress Post-Breakup

Model Oshrat Salimov made a public appearance in a striking black dress following her recent breakup with boyfriend Uri Keren. She previously worked for Avigdor Lieberman's party…

Politics15h ago

Media Figures Clash Over Comments on IDF Chief and Prime Minister Debate

Israeli media personality Barak Seri criticized Channel 14 host Yotam Zimri for mocking former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot. Seri questioned Zimri's own military service, call…

Politics15h ago

Israeli Political Analyst Questions Poll Accuracy After Brazilian Election

Israeli political commentator Amit Segal is urging caution regarding pre-election polls, citing discrepancies in Brazil's recent presidential election. He suggests that Israeli po…

Security16h ago

Knife-Wielding Terrorist Neutralized in Benjamin; Search Underway for Second Suspect

An Israeli civilian neutralized a knife-wielding terrorist who had set a car on fire in the Benjamin region on Monday. A search is ongoing for a second suspect. The head of the Be…

Politics16h ago

Lieberman Accuses Netanyahu of Being Deceived by Hamas Leader

Avigdor Lieberman heavily criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of being deceived by Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and calling for the Shin Bet chief's dismissal…

General18h ago

Rabbis Honor ZAKA Leaders and Volunteers During Sukkot Holiday

ZAKA Search and Rescue leaders and volunteers were honored by rabbis and police officials during Sukkot. The events recognized their crucial work, especially following the October…

Security18h ago

Netanyahu Orders Review of Foreign Aviation Security After Flydubai Incident

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered a review of foreign aviation security following the Flydubai incident. The incident has also sparked political demands for ac…

Politics19h ago·2 outlets

Eisenkot Ally Challenges Netanyahu to Prime Time Debate

A member of Gadi Eisenkot's Yisrael! party has challenged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to a televised debate, calling it a "democratic celebration." The party also aims to fo…

Security19h ago

Former IDF Commander Warns of Security Failures After Aviation Incident

Former IDF commander Ofer Winter criticized Israeli leadership after an attempted hijacking of a FlyDubai plane, warning it showed the country had not learned from the October 7 m…

Culture19h ago

Yisrael Deutsch: "Education Ends at 13, Be a Friend"

Father Yisrael Deutsch believes effective child education ends by age 13, after which parents should become friends to their children. He also highlighted significant parenting di…

Culture20h ago·2 outlets

Nof HaGalil Rabbis Gather for Festive Sukkot Event

Rabbis from Nof HaGalil gathered for a Sukkot celebration hosted by the city's Chief Rabbi, Menachem Mendel Nachshon, who was elected a few months prior with wide community suppor…

Politics20h ago

New Poll Shows Shifting Alliances Ahead of 2026 Israeli Elections

A new poll for the 2026 Israeli elections shows a tight race between the opposition and the ruling coalition, with Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party leading and several established pa…

Economy21h ago

Kamari Retail Group Buys 50% of Zalman's Kosher Fast Food Chain

Kamari Retail Group is acquiring a 50% stake in the kosher fast-food chain Zalman's for NIS 3.5 million, valuing the company at NIS 7 million. The partnership aims to expand Zalma…

Politics21h ago

Activist Yosef Haddad Defends Altering Israel's National Anthem

Advocacy activist Yosef Haddad explained his personal choice to alter Israel's national anthem, singing "Israeli soul" instead of "Jewish soul" due to his non-Jewish identity. He…

Security22h ago

Israeli Forces Raid West Bank Towns Amid Escalation, Border Closures Announced

Israeli forces conducted raids in West Bank towns, including Birzeit University, amid escalating tensions. Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered a closure of the West Bank and Gaza…

Culture1d ago

Renowned Cantor and Rabbi Chaim Adler Dies at 88

Chaim Adler, a celebrated cantor and rabbi known for his lyrical tenor and contributions to Jewish liturgy, died at 88. He served synagogues internationally and in Israel, receivi…

Politics1d ago·7 outlets

Eisenkot Challenges Netanyahu to Televised Debate Ahead of Election

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot has challenged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to a televised debate before the October 27 election, emphasizing the vote's importance. Polls s…

World1d ago

Iranian Jews Dance with Chief Rabbi in Tehran Synagogue

Young Iranian Jews were filmed dancing and singing "Am Yisrael Chai" with their Chief Rabbi in a Tehran synagogue. The rabbi was seen being lifted onto a chair in a display of com…