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Sharya Harosh appointed political correspondent at Channel 14

Channel 14 News has named Sharya Harosh its new political correspondent. He replaces Tamir Morag, who will become a political commentator, after Harosh returned to the channel about eight months ago.

Culture24m ago

Avi Gilad openly admits on air: “I was wrong”

Avi Gilad admitted live on television that he had been wrong, in a candid exchange with co-host Yair Sherki. He said he had projected wishful thinking onto reality, referring mainly to Donald Trump and at times Benjamin Netanyahu.

Security46m ago

Declassified Knesset Files Reveal Rabin’s Early Warning Before Entebbe

Israel’s Knesset Archives has declassified committee protocols tied to the 1976 Entebbe crisis, revealing an earlier Rabin warning about a similar terror plot. The documents show the secret Israeli-Kenyan operation that foiled an El Al shootdown attempt, and how Rabin later linked those arrests to the Air France hijacking demands.

Politics56m ago

Shikma Bressler Slams Knesset After Immunity Vote for Tali Gottlieb

Shikma Bressler condemned the Knesset for granting MK Tali Gottlieb immunity from criminal prosecution. Separately, Lod District Court Judge Rami Haimovitch partly rejected Gottlieb’s immunity claim in Bressler’s civil defamation lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed.

World2h ago

U.S. and Iran Sign Digital Deal to End Fighting

The United States and Iran signed a digital memorandum of understanding overnight to end the fighting, with the accord taking effect immediately. Trump signed it in France, Iran confirmed the deal, and both sides said Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s nuclear material are part of the arrangement.

Security2h ago

IDF Reserve Soldier Alexander Filin of Haifa Killed in Combat in Southern Lebanon

The military announced that Reserve Staff Sgt. Alexander Filin, 29, of Haifa was killed in combat in southern Lebanon. He served as a fighter in Division 36 headquarters. No further details about the battle were released.

Politics8h ago

Report: Benny Gantz and Dadi Simchi Near Joint Political Run

Benny Gantz and Dadi Simchi are expected to announce a joint political run in the coming days, possibly as early as Thursday. Both sides said talks are ongoing and no final announcement has been made yet.

Sports9h ago

Harry Kane Leads England Past Croatia 2-1 in Fast Start to Knockout Stage

England took an early lead over Croatia after Harry Kane converted a 12th-minute penalty awarded for handball. Croatia answered with an equalizer in the 37th minute, turning the knockout match into a tight contest.

Politics9h ago

Shas’s real challenge is staying relevant for the next generation

A commentary argues that Shas’s strength comes from a deeply loyal base, not election campaigning. Its main challenge is staying relevant to younger Sephardi ultra-Orthodox and traditional voters over the next decade.

Security9h ago

Deadly blast in southern Lebanon wounds senior Israeli officer and troops

An explosive device killed one Israeli soldier and wounded several others, including Col. Natay Oqashi, in A-Taybeh, southern Lebanon. The IDF later struck Hezbollah targets in the area. Earlier that day, an explosive drone injured five more soldiers in a separate incident in southern Lebanon.

Health10h ago

Jerusalem shuts two 'Zol U'Vegadol' branches after infant formula contamination scare

Jerusalem health officials closed two Zol U'Vegadol branches after lab tests found sedatives in Frutino baby fruit purées sold there. The contamination scare followed the hospitalization of five toddlers who developed severe neurological symptoms after eating the product, and police, the Health Ministry and the Shin Bet are investigating.

Sports11h ago

After More Than 50 Years, DR Congo Hold Ronaldo's Portugal to a Draw

The Democratic Republic of Congo, absent from the World Cup since 1974 as Zaire, held Portugal to a 1-1 draw. Neves scored for Portugal, and Wissa equalized in first-half stoppage time.

Politics11h ago

Ultra-Orthodox Groups Threaten Coke Boycott Over Channel 12 Coverage

Ultra-Orthodox activists are calling for a boycott of Coca-Cola and other brands owned by Dudi Wertheim, the controlling shareholder of Channel 12. They say the move is retaliation for what they describe as organized incitement against Haredim and are also considering new protest tactics.

Politics12h ago

Iran Deal Details Revealed, and Israel Calls It Worse Than Feared

The final, official details of the agreement with Iran have been revealed. The article says the deal appears even worse than Israel’s worst-case expectations.

Politics12h ago

MK Predicts Netanyahu Could Win Over One Opposition Leader After Elections

Ta'al MK Samir Ben Said told the Knesset Channel he expects Benjamin Netanyahu to persuade one opposition leader to join his government after the elections. He named Naftali Bennett and Gadi Eisenkot as the two possible defectors.

Culture12h ago

Panel Questions Whether Religious Women’s Culture Deserves Public Support

A panel on "HaDatiyot HaEleh" debated whether religious women’s culture should receive public support. Guests discussed women-only performances, funding, equal opportunity and the tension between religious observance and artistic careers. They asked whether Israel in 2026 truly makes room for religious female creators.

Security12h ago

Dual Track: Iran Steps Back, Houthis Strike in the Red Sea

Maritime monitors reported that armed men in fast boats attacked a ship in the Red Sea near Yemen. The incident occurred at the entrance to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, but no further details were given.

Politics12h ago

News 13 poll shows Netanyahu bloc falling short as Eisenkot pulls ahead of Bennett

A News 13 poll shows Gadi Eisenkot ahead of Naftali Bennett and both Netanyahu's bloc and the opposition short of a majority. Likud leads with 22 seats, while Eisenkot's Yesh! list gets 20. A hypothetical Bennett-Lapid-Eisenkot merger would win more seats under Eisenkot's leadership.

World12h ago

Trump Says Oil Shortage Risk Forced Push for Deal

At the G7 summit in France, Donald Trump said the emerging deal with Iran was driven by fears of a broader oil crisis. He warned that continued fighting and a closed Strait of Hormuz could have emptied global reserves within about four weeks.

Security13h ago

Home Front Command Keeps Defense Guidelines Unchanged Until Saturday Evening

After a situation assessment on Wednesday evening, the Home Front Command said its defense policy remains unchanged. The current instructions will remain in force until Saturday, June 20, at 9:00 p.m.

Politics13h ago

Vance Says Cheaper Gas Was the Main Reason to End the Iran War

Vice President J.D. Vance said the main reason to end the war with Iran was to lower fuel and energy prices for Americans. He said the ceasefire was driven by the impact on gasoline pumps and household energy bills, not only by military or strategic considerations.

World13h ago

Trump attacks critics after G7, praises Iran deal and dismisses Israel’s role

At the end of the G7 summit, Donald Trump defended a new agreement with Iran and said it achieved 99% of U.S. goals. He also lashed out at critics of the deal and dismissed Israel’s role as very small.

General13h ago

Quiet procedural shifts are speeding responses to parental alienation cases

The article says two new procedures, one in the civil family courts and one in the rabbinical courts, are aimed at speeding intervention in parental alienation cases. It argues the rabbinical court directive is the more aggressive tool because it shortens deadlines, expands sanctions, and shifts treatment to private experts paid by the alienating parent.

General14h ago

Court Rejects Most of Gonon Ben-Yitzhak's Defamation Claim, Awards Small Compensation

A court on Wednesday largely rejected protest activist Gonen Ben Yitzhak’s defamation suit against Hani Weizer. The judge said her insults were protected opinion in light of Ben Yitzhak’s own publications, but found the hashtag #Gonen_The_Pervert excessive and awarded him 900 shekels.

Politics14h ago

Panel Blasts Trump, Debates Women in Armor, and Tracks Israel's Opposition Shake-Up

A Srugim panel attacked reported Trump-Iran understandings, debated women serving in the armored corps, and assessed the Israeli opposition landscape. The discussion also covered police handling of roadblocks and ended with praise for IDF troops in Lebanon and criticism of Trump and Netanyahu.

Politics14h ago

Karhi blasts Supreme Court ruling on Second Authority council

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi denounced a High Court ruling that let the Second Authority council continue functioning after six members resigned. He said the decision has no legal force and accused the court of acting against the law.

Politics14h ago

Yakov Bardugo says he is free to criticize Shin Bet chief David Zini

Yakov Bardugo said on Radio Galey Israel that he is not aligned with Shin Bet chief David Zini and can criticize him freely. He argued that Zini should investigate a leak Netanyahu called the most dangerous in Israel’s history and challenged Zini’s claim that there is no lead.

Politics14h ago

Iran and the U.S. rush to finalize understanding amid growing pressure

Reports say the United States and Iran are trying to speed up signing a memorandum of understanding, possibly within hours. The planned Friday ceremony in Switzerland may be canceled if an electronic signing happens first.

Culture14h ago

Statik and Ben El Turn Down NIS 1.5 Million Offer to Reunite for Wiz Event

Statik and Ben El Tavori reportedly turned down Wiz’s offer of NIS 1.5 million to reunite for one song at a company party. The former duo, now pursuing separate careers, chose not to perform together despite improved relations.

Culture14h ago

Long-awaited Israeli-Polish film revives final performances by Shmulik Calderon and Tzvi Shissel

Itai Lev’s long-delayed film “Lost Leon” will screen at Tel Aviv Cinematheque in a preview dedicated to Shmulik Calderon. The 95-minute Israeli-Polish drama follows an aging man’s crisis in Tel Aviv and Lodz, and also marks one of Calderon’s final roles and a late appearance by Tzvi Shissel.

General14h ago

O.J. Simpson's rise, downfall and enduring media legacy

O.J. Simpson went from football and entertainment fame to the center of a televised murder trial after a June 17, 1994 police chase. He was acquitted in 1995, later faced civil damages and a Nevada prison term, and died in 2024.

Politics15h ago

High Court allows outgoing Second Authority council to meet without resigning members

On Wednesday, Israel’s High Court ruled that the outgoing Council of the Second Authority may meet without the members who resigned. The decision is another defeat for Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi.

Politics15h ago

Ben-Gvir’s Stun-Granade Warning Sparks Satirical Criticism

A Sroogim satirical video attacked Itamar Ben-Gvir after he said stun grenades should be limited to exceptional cases. Ariel Sharfer argued the move would weaken police against violent rioters and mocked the minister’s priorities.

Politics15h ago

Reuven Rivlin Says He Would Bar Mordechai David From the Knesset

Former president and former Knesset speaker Reuven Rivlin said on Channel 13 that he would not let Mordechai David enter the Knesset. He said he would declare him “persona non grata,” and later added a remark comparing firmness to Beitar Jerusalem.

World15h ago

Trump says Israel should defend itself in Lebanon, but use restraint

At the G7 summit, Donald Trump said he does not want the fighting in Lebanon to stop outright. He said Israel should be able to defend itself, but should exercise judgment.

Politics15h ago

Thousands of Gur Hasidim Rally Outside Military Prison as Protests Over Draft Arrests Spread

Thousands of Gur Hasidim accompanied Rabbi Yaakov Aryeh Alter to Prison 10 in the Sharon, where he visited a detained follower. Earlier, Lithuanian Haredi protesters blocked Route 4 and accused police of excessive force when they were removed.

Security16h ago

Israeli Troops Wounded by Explosive Drone Strike in Southern Lebanon

An explosive drone hit an IDF unit operating in southern Lebanon earlier today. Five soldiers were wounded, including one seriously, and all were evacuated to hospitals.

Politics16h ago

Amit Segal Slams Selective Enforcement and Media Coverage Over Jerusalem Faction Protest

Amit Segal sharply criticized police conduct, media coverage, and public reactions to a Jerusalem Faction protest dispersed on Wednesday. He said road blocking is criminal but condemned selective enforcement and argued that similar violence would have sparked different reactions at Kaplan.

Politics16h ago

JD Vance Launches Media Push on Deal With Appearance on Meghan Kelly’s Podcast

U.S. Vice President JD Vance began a media campaign promoting a deal by appearing on Meghan Kelly’s podcast. The interview drew criticism because Kelly has promoted antisemitic conspiracy theories, and Vance did not reject her suggestion of Israeli influence over Donald Trump.

Politics16h ago

Haredi Hesder Yeshiva Leaders Urge Netanyahu to Halt Draft Arrests for One Year

Leaders of Haredi hesder yeshivas asked Netanyahu, Katz, and Bismuth to halt arrests of yeshiva students for one year. They warned the arrests are undermining their institutions and proposed legislation, funding, and expanded service tracks to build a broader solution.