Aki-no Japanese Film Festival features cinematic
For the past decade, Aki-no has been one of the capital’s most eagerly anticipated cultural events; this year, it will present works from celebrated auteurs as well as rising talents.
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Eitan Na'eh, Israel's first ambassador to Bahrain, dies at 62
Netanyahu trial hearing to end early ahead of Knesset debate
'His plan is bad': Smotrich slams Trump's Gaza plan, calls for Israeli control of Gaza Strip
Two terrorists killed after crossing Yellow Line in Gaza
Immediately after identification, the forces killed one of the terrorists to remove the threat.
Qatari, Turkish presence on Trump's Gaza board could push Israel toward major reserve call-ups
If Trump's plan fails to demilitarize Gaza, Israel is likely to seek to carry out the disarmament itself, which would mean mobilizing four to five reserve divisions and resuming an offensive in Gaza.
Bereaved families protest Knesset debate on political probe into Oct. 7 failings
Bereaved families, victims of the October 7 attacks, and parents of former hostages attended the panel.
Knesset to pass increased benefits for orphans of IDF soldiers, Katz announces
First, the new law will give recognition to children of soldiers as "orphans" for certain rights as long as the parent died before the age of 30.
IDF launches large-scale counterterrorism operation in Hebron area
The operation is expected to continue for several days. During this period, residents may hear explosion sounds and observe increased movement of IDF forces throughout the area.
Israeli Police arrests five suspects over NIS 500,000 theft in Or Yehuda, near Tel Aviv - report
Investigators from the Mesubim police station received a complaint regarding a break-in incident to a parked vehicle, from which around $100,000 and about NIS 180,000 in cash were allegedly stolen.
'Chutzpan': Netanyahu removes Smotrich, Amsalem from cabinet meeting after shouting match
The clash intensified when Smotrich said, “Who are you anyway? Why are you interfering?" and Amsalem replied, “You’re not speaking politely, don’t call me chutzpan.”
IDF forms committee to review commemoration, legacy of fallen soldiers
The committee will take care of the regulation of commemorative manners and expression of legacy in IDF units and camps, to provide an in-depth review of honor attribution, the IDF said.
Negev police chase ends in death of suspected weapons smuggler, Israeli Police say
After spotting the police, the driver, a man in his mid-20s, attempted to flee, driving recklessly through open terrain.
Former senior IDF officer pessimistic on Gaza BoP: 'Even Western Europe’s peace is temporary'
“We will continue to live under conditions of struggle. There is no such thing as stable peace that lasts forever," said Maj. Gen. (res.) Gershon Hacohen, former head of the General Staff Corps.
