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Baby’s body found in woodland area close to where Constance Marten and partner were arrested

Baby’s body found in woodland area close to where Constance Marten and partner were arrested

  The body of a baby has been found in a woodland area in southern England, close to where aristocrat Constance Marten and her partner… Read More ›

Elan Ganeles identified as US citizen murdered in terror attack near Jericho

Elan Ganeles identified as US citizen murdered in terror attack near Jericho

The IDF confirmed that two interconnected terror attacks were carried out near the Beit HaAravah Junction late Monday.   A US-Israeli dual national was killed… Read More ›

Israel bracing for more violence as Ramadan nears

Israel bracing for more violence as Ramadan nears

Analysis: With Palestinian and Israeli relations as strained as ever, all eyes are on the U.S.-mediated meeting in Jordan, which aims to have the two… Read More ›

‘Largest protests yet’: Masses around country rally against curbing of judiciary

‘Largest protests yet’: Masses around country rally against curbing of judiciary

Organizers claim 300,000 attend; ex-PM Barak: ‘Worst crisis since state’s formation,’ president must choose side; 21 arrested as protesters block Ayalon Highway, clash with cops… Read More ›

Israel Approves Over 7,000 Settlement Homes, Groups Say

Israel Approves Over 7,000 Settlement Homes, Groups Say

  JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel’s far-right government has granted approval for over 7,000 new homes in Jewish settlements in the West Bank, settlement backers and… Read More ›

Putin and China’s top diplomat pledge to strengthen ties ahead of Ukraine war anniversary

Putin and China’s top diplomat pledge to strengthen ties ahead of Ukraine war anniversary

Russian President Vladimir Putin said relations between his country and China are “reaching new milestones” as Beijing’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, wrapped up a visit… Read More ›

If Netanyahu is serious about readiness for compromise, he must take action – editorial

If Netanyahu is serious about readiness for compromise, he must take action – editorial

If the reform passes second and third readings, the controversial legislation will give the coalition an automatic majority and weaken the Supreme Court.   After… Read More ›

Israeli opposition lawmaker condemns judicial reform by evoking Nazis’ rise to power

Israeli opposition lawmaker condemns judicial reform by evoking Nazis’ rise to power

‘Do you think we’re ready to live under your dictatorship,’ asks Yesh Atid’s Ram Ben Barak during Knesset speech, sparking outrage among coalition members; ‘The… Read More ›

Anguished by loss of daughter, a rabbi brings suicide prevention out of the shadows

Anguished by loss of daughter, a rabbi brings suicide prevention out of the shadows

After Gila, 18, took her own life following an attack, Shalom Hammer began a push for more awareness; on Tuesday in the Knesset he will… Read More ›

Thousands Of Protesters Against Judicial Reforms Gather In Israeli Cities, Right-Wingers Call For Dialog

Thousands Of Protesters Against Judicial Reforms Gather In Israeli Cities, Right-Wingers Call For Dialog

  JERUSALEM (VINnews) — For the seventh week running, tens of thousands of people are protesting in Tel Aviv and other locations against the Israeli… Read More ›

Biden says objects shot down over North America last week appear to not be part of China’s spy balloon operation

Biden says objects shot down over North America last week appear to not be part of China’s spy balloon operation

  President Joe Biden on Thursday said that the United States has no indication that the three objects shot down in North American air space are tied to China’s… Read More ›

Jordan’s FM visits Damascus in bid for relief diplomacy

Jordan’s FM visits Damascus in bid for relief diplomacy

A Syrian return to the Arab fold and an easing of sanctions appear possible in the wake of the devastating earthquake, experts say.   Jordanian… Read More ›

Opinion: Is Israel’s judicial reform protecting democracy or destroying it?

Opinion: Is Israel’s judicial reform protecting democracy or destroying it?

In a special project, Ynet taps a host of political commentators to share their views on Netanyahu government’s plans to shake up Israel’s judicial system,… Read More ›

Justice minister offers talks on overhaul; Opposition: Legislation must stop first

Justice minister offers talks on overhaul; Opposition: Legislation must stop first

Justice minister, Knesset panel head overseeing bills say they are willing to start dialogue ‘without preconditions’; Lapid, Gantz say proposal disingenuous while process continues  … Read More ›

‘Unidentified Object’ Downed Over Lake Huron, 3rd This Week

‘Unidentified Object’ Downed Over Lake Huron, 3rd This Week

  WASHINGTON (AP) — An “unidentified object” was shot down with a missile by U.S. fighter jets Sunday over Lake Huron, and it was believed… Read More ›

US jet shoots down ‘unidentified object’ over northern Canada

US jet shoots down ‘unidentified object’ over northern Canada

  Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Saturday that an “unidentified object” had been shot down by a US fighter jet over Canadian airspace on his orders.… Read More ›

Russia’s Wagner mercenary group says it’s no longer recruiting convicts. This may signal a shift in strategy

Russia’s Wagner mercenary group says it’s no longer recruiting convicts. This may signal a shift in strategy

Kyiv, Ukraine — Private military contractor Wagner will have to look for new fighters beyond Russia’s prison system, a fertile recruiting ground for the past nine months, according to… Read More ›

Israel is at crossroads between judicial reforms and loss of democracy

Israel is at crossroads between judicial reforms and loss of democracy

Opinion: After Netanyahu’s indictment and claims of being targeted by law enforcement, right-wing politicians stepped up demands to curb the power of the courts; Ynet… Read More ›

Fears grow for untold numbers buried by Turkey-Syria earthquake

Fears grow for untold numbers buried by Turkey-Syria earthquake

Rescuers battle time, freezing temperatures in race to save survivors trapped in rubble after devastating 7.8-magnitude quake; over 30 countries, including Israel, send aid  … Read More ›

Antisemitic Flyers Could Spur Action On Proposed Georgia Law

Antisemitic Flyers Could Spur Action On Proposed Georgia Law

ATLANTA (AP) — A continuing wave of antisemitic flyers hit parts of suburban Atlanta, including the home of Georgia’s only Jewish state legislator. State Rep.… Read More ›