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IDF operates against Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon following ceasefire violations
Chinese envoy visited Sa'ar in Israel, Abbas in Ramallah this week, ministry says
'Hijacked by criminal gangs': How gangs, weapons took over Israel's Arab streets
Foreign minors arrested for Tel Aviv stabbing as police continue illegal immigrant crackdown
Close to midnight, police received a report that the victim had been attacked as he exited a restaurant. Police arrived at the scene and caught the two suspects a few streets away from the incident.
Netanyahu promised to advance death penalty bill before October 7, Ben-Gvir claims
Ben-Gvir also stated that the Attorney-General's call to dismiss him was his “greatest award.” “It shows I influenced, I led policy in the South, I changed the Prison Service,” he said.
Bennett's draft law pitch brings in support as opposition bloc maintains lead over Netanyahu - poll
The poll also found that appointing Brig.-Gen. (res.) Ofir Winter to head Religious Zionist Party in place of Bezalel Smotrich would allow the party to cross the threshold with six seats.
Jerusalem marathon 2026 to offer special benefits for IDF reservists
The 15th Jerusalem Marathon, scheduled for March 27, offers special discounts for IDF reservists and security forces.
Jerusalem court sends senior Lev Tahor cult leader Elazar Rumpler to prison in child abuse case
Elazar Rumpler, a Lev Tahor haredi cult leader, was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay a total of NIS 22,000 in fines and compensation for assaulting a 10-year-old child.
Off-duty soldier arrested after fatally shooting civilian during Highway 6 road rage incident
The off-duty soldier, who claims to have felt threatened during an argument, shot the civilian.
'Right to Listen' launches in Israel, framing listening as an active force for change
US. based Nonprofit LOV. Foundation Launches Right to Listen in Partnership with Tel Aviv University.
Up to 100 km/h winds: Emergency responder gives safety tips for this weekend's stormy weather
Former Deputy Fire Commissioner Aharon Godiner warns Israelis to take the appropriate precautions when faced with extreme weather conditions.
IDF conducts second strike in 24 hours on southern Lebanon, killing terrorist drone operator
The Thursday strike, per the IDF, was in response to "Hezbollah's continued violations of the ceasefire understandings."
Somaliland delegation to arrive in Israel on Sunday following FM Sa'ar's historic visit
The trip will include visits to Yad Vashem, the Old City of Jerusalem, the Gaza border area - including the site of the Nova massacre - and the Bedouin city of Rahat.
