Rabbinical, Sharia courts to be allowed to arbitrate civil disputes, Knesset decides
The Knesset passed the bill expanding the powers of religious courts, such as a rabbinical or Sharia court, in its second and third reading.
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Prime Minister Netanyahu's son speaks at Hungary's CPAC conference, praises PM Orban
Getting back to the games while under fire
TAU announces a special admission framework for IDF veterans injured in the Swords of Iron War
El Al Airlines to operate at 5% capacity after Israeli government limits traffic
Late on Sunday, Transportation Minister Miri Regev opted to scale back the number of takeoffs and landings from Ben-Gurion to one incoming flight and one outgoing flight per hour.
'Status quo is dead’: Opposition slams passing law expanding rabbinical courts’ powers amid war
The Knesset debates a bill expanding rabbinical courts’ powers, with critics warning of broader legal and social implications
Israel will protect its interests if US, Iran engage in peace talks, Netanyahu says
The prime minister confirmed that Israel will continue to strike both Iran and Hezbollah until a deal is reached.
Anonymous family donates $10m to Sheba to advance AI-driven medicine
New York-born donors who moved to Israel say the gift reflects their faith in Israel’s future and in Sheba’s role in shaping the next era of global healthcare.
Birthright travelers look different after October 7, but the effect remains the same, study shows
“Many of the applicants live in communities where they hear frequent criticism of Israel,” a Brandeis University researcher said. "Their perspective on the conflict lacks context.”
IDF captures Hezbollah terrorists during Lebanon raids, destroys Radwan Force infrastructure
The capture occured during an operation to locate weapons in the area • IDF troops discovered several armed Hezbollah Radwan Force operatives active at an anti-tank missile launch point.
US Embassy organizes bus departures from Israel via Jordan crossing
The US Embassy has begun organizing bus departures for Americans from Israel to Amman via Jordan, offering an overland exit option amid ongoing security concerns.
Family of murdered IDF soldier outraged as terrorist released, entitled to tax-funded service
Ibrahim Abu Moch was released back to the Arab-Israeli city Baqa al-Gharbiyye on Sunday, despite having the blood of 19-year-old Moshe Tamam on his hands.
Knesset says Finance Ministry acted unlawfully on haredi funding transfers
Knesset officials say haredi funds were distributed before approval, raising legal concerns ahead of a High Court hearing on the dispute.
Patience, not speed: key to Israel’s Iran war strategy - analysis
As Israel’s war with Iran drags on, experts urge patience, warning that military gains are gradual and time is critical to weakening Tehran’s capabilities.
