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Five Suspects Face Charges in Telegram Extortion Ring Targeting Dozens

Five young suspects are expected to be indicted for running a Telegram-based extortion ring that targeted dozens of victims. The investigation found they lured people into fake meetings, assaulted them, stole phones, and threatened to expose private details to families.

General11h ago

Sgt. Liav Kababia Laid to Rest in Hod HaSharon

Sgt. Liav Kababia was buried at the Hod HaSharon cemetery after being killed in Lebanon in the battalion commander’s tank disaster. Family, friends and a former commander gave emotional eulogies praising his courage, humor and generosity.

Economy11h ago

Bank of Israel to Replace Per-Transaction Bank Fees With a Monthly Cap

A Bank of Israel official said bank fees will soon shift from per-action charges to a single monthly payment. The new system will cap the fee at 10 shekels, with small businesses and elderly customers expected to benefit most.

Economy11h ago

Channel 13 News staff fear layoffs as CEO reassures workers

Channel 13 News workers fear layoffs after ownership changes and restructuring tied to Asaf Rapaport. CEO Tali Ben Ovadia denied a broad cutback plan, saying performance reviews and new hiring are part of a renewal effort ahead of the election campaign.

Security11h ago

Reserve Brig. Gen. Arad says Iran's nuclear program was hit, but the threat remains

Reserve Brig. Gen. Erez Wiener told Radio 103FM that Iran's nuclear project was destroyed, but the threat will persist for years. He said Israel has shattered the fear of striking Tehran and that Donald Trump will not allow Iran to go nuclear.

Politics11h ago

Ramat Hasharon mayor rejects Interior Ministry bid to close Big Fashion Glilot on Saturdays

Ramat Hasharon Mayor Yitzhak Rochberger rejected an Interior Ministry demand to close Big Fashion Glilot on Saturdays. He said the city has limited enforcement resources, has already submitted a policy document, and will keep the complex open within the law while the dispute is in court.

Security11h ago

IDF says two senior Hamas finance operatives killed in Gaza airstrike

The IDF said two senior Hamas finance operatives were killed in an airstrike in the Gaza Strip on June 21, 2026. Israel says they ran a funding system for Hamas’ military wing and violated the ceasefire by continuing their work until their deaths.

World12h ago

Three Israelis Killed in Small Plane Crash in Maryland

Three Israelis were killed when a single-engine plane crashed near Bowie, Maryland, on Saturday night. The wreckage was found Sunday morning, and U.S. federal agencies are investigating the cause.

Health12h ago

Israel steps up Ebola precautions as two suspected cases are isolated

Israel has isolated two suspected Ebola patients who recently returned from Congo, while stressing that no confirmed case has been found. Health officials are tracing contacts and reinforcing hospital preparedness as the outbreak continues in Congo and Uganda.

World12h ago

Reports: U.S. seeks Syrian role against Hezbollah as Israel warns of renewed fighting

Lebanese and Saudi reports say Syria is weighing an American request to help Lebanon against Hezbollah, but with major reservations. Separately, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said Hezbollah has been hit hard and Israel must stay ready for renewed fighting.

Politics13h ago

Netanyahu Faces a Pre-Election Legislative Standoff as Key Bills Stall

Netanyahu wants to finish key appointments and controversial legislation before Israel’s election, but ultra-Orthodox coalition partners are blocking progress. Likud’s planned bills on splitting the attorney general’s role and a special October 7 inquiry may end up as campaign issues instead.

World13h ago

Trump Threatens Iran Over Hormuz, Warns Tehran to Silence Its President

Donald Trump told Fox News the U.S. could seize the Strait of Hormuz and charge shipping fees if Iran acts against it. He also warned Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to “keep his mouth shut,” while diplomacy continued in Switzerland and Trump separately criticized Hezbollah, Hamas, and Israel’s handling of the region.

General13h ago

How compensation for traffic injuries is determined, and what victims should know

An Israeli explainer says traffic accident victims can often claim bodily injury compensation, but the amount depends on medical proof, disability findings, and claim handling. It notes that even minor crashes can cause long-term medical and financial damage. The article was published in cooperation with Hazut Bar Zvinzky law firm.

Culture13h ago

Fauda warns viewers ahead of October 7 episodes

Yes has warned viewers before broadcasting new "Fauda" episodes that recreate the events of October 7. The production says the two episodes are very hard to watch, but can be skipped without affecting the storyline.

Politics13h ago

Starmer’s Possible Successor Has Shifted Left on Israel, Raising Questions in Labour

Andy Burnham, long viewed as a pro-Israel Labour figure, has moved sharply left on Israel as the Gaza war continued. He has backed ceasefire calls, Palestinian state recognition, and criticism of Israel’s presence in Judea and Samaria. The article says this shift reflects pressure from pro-Palestinian activists and the radical left.

Economy13h ago

Hadera Approves Major Redevelopment Project With Four Residential Towers

Hadera approved a permit for a major urban renewal project at Sela Beitar on David Shimoni Boulevard. The development will include four residential towers and eventually about 1,452 housing units, plus commercial, employment and public space uses.

Politics13h ago

As Netanyahu’s Cross-Examination Ends, Criticism of the Cases Deepens

After Netanyahu’s cross-examination ended, attorney Eyal Besserlilk said the cases against him have suffered from major investigative and prosecutorial flaws. He argued that Case 4000, Case 1000 and other files are weakened by missing approvals, disputed evidence and a prosecution under pressure.

Politics13h ago

Report: Unapproved “Teachers’ HQ” Program Pushes Hard-Right Lessons Into State Schools

An Israeli investigation says the “Teachers’ HQ” initiative is distributing unapproved far-right lesson plans to secular state schools through WhatsApp and a public website. The Education Ministry denied any link to the project, while the group said it is a transparent civic initiative promoting Zionism and democracy.

Security13h ago

Rahat murder and kidnapping case leads to indictment after key witness testimony

Southern District prosecutors indicted Brazi Al-Obra, a 28-year-old Rahat resident, over a fatal attack in which a young man was killed, his brother was kidnapped, and a getaway car was burned. Police say the case was built on the survivor’s testimony, CCTV, DNA evidence, phone records, and the father’s account of a prior threat.

Security14h ago

Two Inmates Accused of Smuggling Meth and Buprenorphine Into Ela Prison Through Trash Compactor

Two inmates at Ela Prison were indicted after allegedly trying to smuggle drugs through the prison trash system. Israel Prison Service investigators found about 11 grams of methamphetamine and 110 buprenorphine tablets after acting on intelligence.

Security14h ago

Passenger Spits on Female Soldiers on Northbound Train, Muttering Threats and Insults

A woman on a northbound train spat on three female soldiers after threatening and insulting them. One soldier filed a complaint, and her mother posted video of the confrontation on Facebook, demanding action.

Culture14h ago

World Cup Brings LEGO Deals and a Free FIFA Experience to Northern Israel

Super-Pharm Online is discounting selected LEGO World Cup-themed sets through June 30, 2026, with free delivery. A free official LEGO-FIFA event will run June 30 to July 2 at Kanyon Sha'ar HaTzafon in Kiryat Ata.

General14h ago

Israel’s Road Toll Hits 201 as Traffic Safety Group Warns of Further Rise

Police are investigating a deadly Ayalon highway crash after Israel’s 201st road fatality of 2026. Or Yarok says the national death toll remains high despite wartime traffic drops, and it warns the country could exceed 400 deaths this year.

Politics14h ago

Amir Ohana Rejects Repeat Vote on State Comptroller Election

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana rejected a High Court proposal to repeat the vote for state comptroller. The court is now expected to issue a conditional order and may order a new ballot after concerns over secrecy in the original election.

Politics14h ago

U.S. Sanctions Are Losing Their Bite as Iran, Russia and North Korea Adapt

A Wall Street Journal investigation says U.S. sanctions have lost much of their impact because Iran, Russia and North Korea have learned to evade them. Experts blame weak enforcement, warning that the regimes benefit while ordinary people pay the price.

Politics14h ago

Israel Needs a Smarter Lebanon Strategy, Not Another Border Fix

Dan Perry says Israel should stop relying on a southern Lebanon buffer zone and instead pursue a broader diplomatic strategy against Hezbollah. He argues that Israel must emphasize it has no territorial claims in Lebanon, work with international partners, and use the current ceasefire to strengthen Lebanon’s state institutions.

General14h ago

Drunk at a Party, He Was Picked Up by His Mother After Friends Called Her

A man in his late 20s got drunk at a party around 2:30 a.m. and started a loud argument over his father’s records. His friends called his mother to pick him up, and she took him home.

Politics14h ago

Bolton says Trump-Iran deal is a dangerous failure for the U.S. and Israel

John Bolton says Trump’s latest understanding with Iran is a dangerous U.S. setback and possibly worse than Afghanistan. He warns it leaves the Strait of Hormuz ambiguous, pressures Israel over Lebanon, and gives Tehran major concessions without securing nuclear rollback.

Politics14h ago

Megel Says Israel Should Rally Behind Government Instead of Blaming Netanyahu

Yinon Magal said Israel is in a complex crisis and should support the government instead of blaming Benjamin Netanyahu. He criticized renewed attacks on Netanyahu over the Iran operation with Donald Trump and said he did not see what else the prime minister could have done.

World15h ago

Trump Chooses a Deal, as Israel Pays the Strategic Price

An Israeli opinion column says Donald Trump’s Iran policy shift, including an apparent push for a deal, is driven by politics and could harm Israel. It is framed against a Hezbollah attack in southern Lebanon that killed four Israeli soldiers and prompted Israeli strikes, though not on Beirut because of U.S. limits.

Politics15h ago

Jewish Azerbaijani War Hero Targeted in Pro-Iranian Online Campaign

Online posts in Azerbaijan targeted Jewish national hero Albert Agronov while Iranian and pro-Iranian accounts repeated claims that Azerbaijan helps Israel against Iran. Baku rejected the allegations, as officials and community figures said the campaign was part of a longer disinformation pattern.

Culture15h ago

Oren Hazan Takes Aim at Gal Gadot in a Heated and Comic Podcast Exchange

In a Maariv podcast, Miki Levin and Oren Hazan mixed jokes, arguments, and an arm-wrestling match while debating dating, gender, and politics. Hazan also lashed out at Gal Gadot, saying he cannot stand her and that she should be ashamed. The pair ended by framing their clashes as a spontaneous conversation between two different parts of Israeli society.

Politics15h ago

Guy Peleg Says Israel's U.S. Dependence Exposes Its Limits After October 7

Guy Peleg said criticism from Donald Trump and J.D. Vance exposes Israel's reliance on the United States and its limits after October 7. He blamed hubris, warned Israel could have faced an existential threat if Hezbollah and Iran had joined the attack, and rejected messianic calls for wider occupation.

Security15h ago

Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Fuel Network, Exposing a Growing Weakness in Putin’s War Machine

Ukraine is intensifying drone attacks on Russian refineries, causing fuel shortages, price spikes, and restrictions across Russia and occupied areas. The campaign is also weakening Russia’s battlefield position, even as Moscow still relies on glide bombs for its own edge.

Politics15h ago

Live Iranian TV Debate Exposes Reported Opposition to U.S. Deal

An Iranian live TV broadcast was cut off after a lawmaker quoted alleged instructions from Mojtaba Khamenei opposing a deal with the United States. The broadcaster condemned the disclosure of classified documents, while conservatives escalated criticism of Iran’s leaders and the agreement.

Economy16h ago

Hadera Approves Major New Neighborhood With 3,000 Homes

Hadera has approved a major new neighborhood project in its north, with about 3,000 housing units planned on 310 dunams. The scheme also includes public facilities, green space, commerce, and employment areas, and was advanced by the Haifa District Planning Committee with city and state land authority cooperation.

Politics16h ago

Fox News Host Mark Levin Slams U.S. Iran Understanding as “Total Surrender”

Mark Levin of Fox News sharply criticized a U.S.-Iran understanding aired on June 21, 2026, calling it surrender and betrayal of allies. He objected to reported cash transfers, mediation by Qatar and Pakistan, and U.S. pressure to halt fighting against proxy groups. Levin warned that Iran would never abandon its revolutionary goals or nuclear ambitions.

Security16h ago

How Israeli Jets Turned a Hamas Hideout Into a Deadly Trap

An Israeli Air Force commander says a fast-moving strike plan, approved by the political leadership, killed Hamas leaders Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammed Shabana in a tunnel under the European Hospital in Khan Younis. The aircraft were reportedly diverted from a Yemen mission, and the army also destroyed a Hamas bulldozer sent to rescue the trapped leaders.

World17h ago

Vance says Trump wants a new chapter with Iran as Switzerland talks open

Iran and the United States opened talks in Switzerland focused on Lebanon and frozen Iranian assets. J.D. Vance said Trump wants a new start with Iran, while tensions remained high over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear position.

Security17h ago

Reservist Alexander Filin Laid to Rest After Fatal Explosion in Southern Lebanon

Reservist Sgt. Maj. Alexander Filin was buried in Haifa after being killed by an explosive device in southern Lebanon. He was praised as a decorated soldier, a civilian protector, and a devoted husband and father.