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Netanyahu praises Trump for threatening ‘all hell to pay’ if Hamas doesn’t release hostages

Netanyahu praises Trump for threatening ‘all hell to pay’ if Hamas doesn’t release hostages

(JNS) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday for the latter’s “strong statement” calling on Hamas to release the… Read More ›

PM threatens ‘intensive war’ if truce breached, as restrictions end in much of Israel

PM threatens ‘intensive war’ if truce breached, as restrictions end in much of Israel

Netanyahu argues chances of Gaza deal have ‘changed for the better’ after achievements against Hezbollah; says he’d pause but not end war against Hamas for… Read More ›

Israel has agreed to a truce in Lebanon. Here’s what that means

Israel has agreed to a truce in Lebanon. Here’s what that means

Israel and Lebanon have accepted a US-backed proposal to end the 13-month border conflict that spiraled into an all-out war in September with Hezbollah. From… Read More ›

Israeli right-wing politicians express opposition to emerging Israel-Lebanon agreement

Israeli right-wing politicians express opposition to emerging Israel-Lebanon agreement

Likud members are also criticizing Netanyahu for his intention to sign the agreement, arguing, that the prime minister attempts to appease the public and the… Read More ›

Stalked on social media: Israelis accused of war crimes increasingly in danger

Stalked on social media: Israelis accused of war crimes increasingly in danger

35,000 Israeli soldiers and intelligence personnel have had their details leaked on Telegram as part of an effort to try individual Israelis for alleged war… Read More ›

PM claims suspects in leaks case treated as terrorists; says vital intel is kept from him

PM claims suspects in leaks case treated as terrorists; says vital intel is kept from him

Decrying ‘witch hunt’ in lengthy video, Netanyahu lambastes Shin Bet detention of ‘Israeli patriot’ Feldstein; former agency chief rejects accusations, blasts PM’s ‘abhorrent’ behavior In… Read More ›

US envoy Amos Hochstein lands in Beirut for ceasefire talks

US envoy Amos Hochstein lands in Beirut for ceasefire talks

On Monday, it was reported that Lebanon and Hezbollah have agreed to a US proposal for a ceasefire with Israel. US envoy Amos Hochstein landed… Read More ›

Israir offers flights to one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations

Israir offers flights to one of Europe’s most sought-after destinations

Israeli airline to operate six weekly flights to London’s Luton Airport, with fares starting at $300 one way Israir launched its inaugural flight on Sunday from… Read More ›

Key suspects in PMO secret documents leak case to remain in custody until 6 p.m. Sunday

Key suspects in PMO secret documents leak case to remain in custody until 6 p.m. Sunday

Supreme Court justice Yosef Elron accepts appeal against suspects’ release to house arrest, acknowledges ‘very unusual’ decision to override district court’s rejection of appeal Eli… Read More ›

Private medical school at Reichman University aims to fill Israel’s doctor shortage

Private medical school at Reichman University aims to fill Israel’s doctor shortage

Reichman University to open Israel’s first private medical school approved by the Council for Higher Education in bid to significantly increase number of medical students;… Read More ›

Who are the Hamas leaders set to be deported from Qatar?

Who are the Hamas leaders set to be deported from Qatar?

Terror group officials say pushing leaders out of Gulf state isn’t in US and Israel’s interest, warning of complications in hostage deal negotiations Reports of… Read More ›

Top Netanyahu confidant visited Russia last week amid Lebanon ceasefire efforts — report

Top Netanyahu confidant visited Russia last week amid Lebanon ceasefire efforts — report

Strategic Affairs Minister Dermer reportedly followed that trip with one to Washington; US special envoy Hochstein said planning visit to Lebanon, confident agreement can be… Read More ›

‘Moral darkness has fallen on Israel’, Gallant says

‘Moral darkness has fallen on Israel’, Gallant says

“My priorities have always remained constant and clear: the State of Israel, the IDF, and the security establishment,” Gallant said. A “moral darkness” has fallen… Read More ›

The crime of the century? Bias in the English Wikipedia article on Zionism

The crime of the century? Bias in the English Wikipedia article on Zionism

Opinion: English Wikipedia’s editing practices have worsened in articles related to Israel in recent months following the Gaza war and Hamas’ attack In March 2024, I… Read More ›

PM spokesman Eli Feldstein suspected of leaking intel that could have hurt hostage efforts

PM spokesman Eli Feldstein suspected of leaking intel that could have hurt hostage efforts

Former Ben Gvir aide and IDF spokesperson reportedly worked closely with Prime Minister’s Office despite failing security clearance; identities of 3 other suspects still under… Read More ›

Hezbollah agrees to withdraw beyond Litani – report

Hezbollah agrees to withdraw beyond Litani – report

Hezbollah agrees to withdraw beyond Litani River as US pushes for pre-election deal, but Israeli officials remain skeptical Despite Hezbollah’s declarations throughout the war, the… Read More ›

Knesset approves laws barring UNRWA from Israel, limiting it in Gaza and West Bank

Knesset approves laws barring UNRWA from Israel, limiting it in Gaza and West Bank

Bucking global pressure, MKs overwhelmingly back legislation against UN Palestinian refugee agency over staffers’ terror links; PM’s office: Ready to work with world on Gaza… Read More ›

A Tragic Loss – Rav Shlomo Halioua zt”l the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Chaim Berlin

A Tragic Loss – Rav Shlomo Halioua zt”l the Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva Chaim Berlin

by Rabbi Yair Hoffman It was a year of enormous tragedy for Yeshiva Chaim Berlin, with the loss of two remarkable Roshei Yeshiva within some… Read More ›

Four reservists, one soldier killed in combat, five soldiers wounded, IDF announces

Four reservists, one soldier killed in combat, five soldiers wounded, IDF announces

In the same incident, an officer and two reservists in the 222nd Battalion, 2nd “Carmeli” Brigade were severely wounded.  Four IDF reservists fell in combat… Read More ›

Israel’s alliance with the US has its limits

Israel’s alliance with the US has its limits

Opinion: The leaking of U.S. confidential files on Israel’s planned attack in Iran shouldn’t prevent cooperation between the countries, but Israel’s security and survival are… Read More ›