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Bennett Calls Qatargate “The Most Severe Betrayal in Israel’s History”
Former prime minister calls for Shin Bet and police investigation as Likud says “there is not even a shred” of evidence linking the Prime Minister’s Office
State Comptroller Warns Jerusalem Seam Line Barrier Is Ineffective
Audit published after October 7 finds only partial physical barrier coverage, lack of preparedness for mass breaches, and unresolved budget disputes
Albanese Invites President Herzog to Australia After Sydney Terror Attack
Israeli president accepts invitation following call with Australian prime minister condemning the Bondi Beach Chanukah attack
Netanyahu Warns Against “Empire Builders” as Israel, Greece and Cyprus Deepen Strategic Alliance
At a Jerusalem summit, Israel’s prime minister frames the trilateral partnership as a response to terrorism, regional instability and growing geopolitical pressure
Ministers Advance Bill for ‘State-National’ Inquiry Into October 7 Failures
Coalition-backed proposal moves forward with a new investigative framework as legal objections, opposition concerns, and families’ protests intensify
U.S. Senator Warns: Iran’s Ballistic Missiles Could Overwhelm Israel’s Defenses
During a visit to Israel, Sen. Lindsey Graham says Iran’s missile buildup now rivals its nuclear program as a top strategic threat
Zamir Signals Continued Israeli Action Against Iran as Tehran Warns of Another Strike
IDF chief’s remarks come with Iranian threats, missile activity, exposed smuggling routes, and a looming Netanyahu–Trump meeting
Trump Aides Pitch ‘Project Sunrise,’ a $112 Billion Vision to Rebuild Gaza as a ‘Middle East Riviera’
WSJ report details a decade-long plan led by Witkoff and Kushner to rebuild Gaza cities and transform its coastline, contingent on Hamas disarmament
U.S. Sanctions ICC Judges Over Israel Investigation
Measures target two appeals judges who voted against Israeli legal challenges, drawing praise from Israel and condemnation from the Court
Netanyahu Appointed to Head Panel Defining October 7 Inquiry Mandate
Prime minister designated to chair ministerial team shaping investigation framework as government and opposition clash over how October 7 failures should be examined
Bennett Admits Iranian Hackers Broke Into His Telegram Account and Leaked Private Messages
Former prime minister says breach was partial and illegal, after Iranian hackers publish contacts and chats and political reactions follow
Netanyahu Approves Israel’s Largest-Ever Gas Export Deal With Egypt
Recorded statements by Netanyahu and Energy Minister Eli Cohen present the agreement as historic deal valued at 112 billion shekels
Israel, Greece, Cyprus Examine Joint Rapid Reaction Force as Eastern Mediterranean Tensions Rise
Ahead of a Jerusalem summit, regional partners examine a brigade-level force to protect energy infrastructure and deter Turkish pressure
Knesset Advances Bill Anchoring Right to Express Jewish Identity in Public Space
Preliminary vote approves legislation barring interference with tefillin and public prayer; bill now heads to committee for further debate
NYPD Hunts Suspect After Jewish Man Stabbed in Crown Heights in Possible Antisemitic Attack
Stabbing near Chabad headquarters follows reported antisemitic remarks and comes days after deadly attack on Jewish community in Sydney
Mossad director Barnea Warns Iran Will ‘Surge Forward’ to Nuclear Weapons if Given Opportunity
At Mossad awards ceremony, director issues stark Iran and terror warning as Netanyahu and Herzog meet for first time since pardon request
IDF Issues Safety Warning to Soldiers Abroad After Deadly Australia Attack
Guidelines urge low profile, digital caution, and heightened vigilance following the Sydney massacre and rising global security concerns
Trump Rejects Claims of Rebuke Toward Netanyahu, Says U.S. ‘Looking Into’ Gaza Ceasefire Strike
President emphasizes strong ties with Israel while addressing Gaza, Syria, and regional stabilization efforts during Oval Office remarks
1,300-Year-Old Menorah Pendant Discovered Near the Kotel
Rare lead amulet found in Jerusalem points to Jewish presence during a period when Jews were officially barred from the city
Netanyahu Cuts Testimony Short, Meets Paraguayan Speaker Inside Courtroom
Judges end hearing early after prime minister says trial schedule forced diplomatic meeting to take place during testimony
‘Antisemitism Is a Cancer’: Israeli Leaders Condemn Bondi Beach Hanukkah Massacre
Prime minister, president and senior Israeli officials accuse Australian authorities of ignoring repeated warnings as 12 people are killed in antisemitic terror attack
Israel Eliminates Hamas No. 2 Raed Saad in Gaza
Second-in-command of Hamas’s military wing and October 7 architect killed after ceasefire violation wounds IDF troops
Lebanese Report: U.S. Warns Israel Could Strike Hezbollah if It Keeps Its Weapons Into 2026
Al-Akhbar claims an American message raised new pressure on Hezbollah as Israel–Lebanon talks continue
Starting Tu B’Shevat: Israeli Elementary Schools to Ban Student Phone Use on Campus
Education Minister Yoav Kisch announces a nationwide policy removing phones during the entire school day to strengthen social and emotional learning
Taiwan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Held Quiet Visit to Israel
Trip comes as Taiwan seeks to deepen engagement with Israel after the 2023 Hamas attack and looks to strengthen defense cooperation
Trump Says World Leaders Want to Join “Legendary” Gaza Board of Peace
At a White House event, Trump said presidents, kings and prime ministers are seeking roles on the newly created Board of Peace that will oversee Gaza’s transitional framework
Herzog and U.S. Ambassador Waltz Discuss Implementation of UN Gaza Plan
Herzog urges rapid implementation of UN Resolution 2803 as Waltz affirms Trump’s plan and insists Hamas “will no longer exist”
Search Operation Launched After Israeli Yacht Vanishes Near Cyprus in Extreme Weather
Cyprus, Israel, and Greece search for four Israelis after their yacht vanished south of Cyprus during Storm Byron’s extreme winds and rough seas
Katz and Zamir Reconcile, Agree to Consolidate October 7 Investigations
After weeks of public confrontation, the Defense Minister and IDF chief align their investigative efforts and bring the Defense Establishment Comptroller into key oversight roles
Storm “Byron” Hits Israel With Heavy Rain, Flood Risks and Nationwide Emergency Preparations
Israel braces for severe rainfall, flash floods and strong winds as Storm Byron sweeps inland from the Mediterranean
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