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Over 200 kilograms of drugs seized during police raid on Hod Hasharon plant nursery

BY HODAYA RAN — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:37:44 GMT

A significant portion of the drugs had been hidden inside various food products, including chocolate bars, cookies, and candy, all packaged and prepared for immediate distribution.

In 'Cuz You're Ugly,' Israeli director Sharon Angelhart tells the story she never saw on screen

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:48:43 GMT

Director/screenwriter Sharon Angelhart said that with her movie, she was trying to make a film that “was what I would have wanted to see when I was growing up in Jerusalem."

Hot summer movies to watch in Israel: 'On Standby' lands well, 'Into the Blue' delivers escapism

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:46:41 GMT

TV Time: Israeli dramedy 'On Standby' is the standout, while 'Into the Blue,' 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' 'A Letter to David,' and an Earth, Wind & Fire documentary round out this week's picks.

In Israel’s scorching summer, school’s out and surf’s up, and fears of war are returning

BY THEIA CHATELLE/JTA — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:44:58 GMT

For Israelis, the situation has yielded a state of suspended animation, akin to the eve of the war in February.

Jerusalem highlights: July 24-30

BY HAGAY HACOHEN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:09:37 GMT

What’s new to do in Israel’s capital?

US Embassy warns of potential flight cancellations due to security situation

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:53:26 GMT

The embassy later issued a second security alert, temporarily restricting all US government personnel and their families from personal travel to the West Bank due to "increased volatility."

Netanyahu to fly to Washington Monday at Trump's invitation

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:52:21 GMT

Netanyahu will visit Washington on Monday, will meet with President Trump, and attend Lindsey Graham's funeral. Journalists will not be permitted on the flight with the PM.

Murder or trespassing: crime must be prosecuted without excuse regardless of perpetrator - analysis

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:15:45 GMT

Israel must bring the Palestinian killer to justice while also prosecuting settlers who trespass, attack villages, or use violence against Palestinians.

Netanyahu orders West Bank crackdown after two Israelis killed in terror shooting amid clashes

BY AVI ASHKENAZI AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:09:04 GMT

PM, Defense Minister Katz announce increased troop deployments, new checkpoints, expanded counterterrorism measures • Terror shooting followed confrontation involving settlers, IDF, and Palestinians

'Mr. Security': Inside Amir Baram's mission to secure Israel's military future, defense ties

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:48:13 GMT

MILITARY AFFAIRS: As Israel's lead negotiator for a new US defense agreement, Baram is racing to replace decades of military aid with a long-term strategic partnership.

'I want to kill you': Man threatens, hits MK Moshe Tur-Paz's aide in Ramat Gan

BY JAMES GENN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:23:06 GMT

In an initial video seen by The Jerusalem Post, the man appears to shout from several meters away, saying that he wants to "kill you," before a woman is heard responding, "You want to kill me?"

Grapevine, July 24, 2026: Is Jewish unity a myth?

BY GREER FAY CASHMAN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:16:41 GMT

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Smotrich advances new Samaria settlement after attack near Derech Avraham Farm

BY ANNA BARSKY — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:24:31 GMT

Smotrich directed officials to speed up planning for the Shalem settlement and pursue demolition proceedings against alleged illegal Palestinian construction after a stabbing attack in Samaria.

After third attack in 24 hours, leaders call on IDF to respond to West Bank terror with 'iron fist'

BY JAMES GENN AND MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:07:42 GMT

"The incident is still ongoing. There are still people in danger. Terror will not break us," Samaria Regional Council Head Yossi Dagan said. "The response must be offensive."

Mother of St.-Sgt. Oron Shaul, fallen soldier whose remains were held by Hamas, passes away

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:40:52 GMT

Zehava will be buried in Poria Illit, located near the Kinneret in northern Israel, beside her husband Herzl and son, Oron.

Netanyahu's Likud falls to lowest position since June 2025 as Eisenkot reaches new heights - poll

BY MOSHE COHEN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:37:38 GMT

A new Maariv poll shows Likud at its weakest level since June 2025, while Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar reaches a record 23 seats and Bennett maintains his lead over Netanyahu in the prime ministerial race.

IDF kills terrorist who fatally shot two Israelis, wounded three others in West Bank

BY JAMES GENN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:34:58 GMT

A group of Israeli civilians had illegally crossed into Palestinian Authority-controlled territory while hiking in the area, leading to clashes with local Palestinians.

Missing 4-year-old Yuval Kogan found alive after overnight search near Ashkelon

BY YANIR YAGNA AND RAMI SHANI AND JAMES GENN — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:56 GMT

Two riders on horseback located four-year-old Yuval Kogan after missing for more than 24 hours from Hofit Beach in Ashkelon on Thursday.

Jerusalem cafe became symbol of secular defiance, until Israelis learned it's run by Jews for Jesus

BY THEIA CHATELLE/JTA — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:39:49 GMT

“Everyone accuses us of that,” Ben David, the cafe owner, said about proselytizing. “The Jesus goal is not completely out, but it’s not front and center.”

Suspect shot in leg by Border Police at Shuafat crossing near Jerusalem

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:57:44 GMT

During the arrest the suspect was shot in the leg. No officers were injured.

Opposition MK warns government against restricting entry of Israelis to country prior to elections

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:44:02 GMT

According to a Haaretz report, officials in the Transportation Ministry fear that many incoming voters would support opposition parties.

Head Coach Elyaniv Barda on Hapoel Tel Aviv's ambitions, European campaign - interview

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:33:27 GMT

Building a squad capable of competing in the Premier League after promotion was no simple task. Last season, Hapoel had to significantly reshape its roster, including adding eight foreign players.

Hendel: Tropper alliance won’t rule out Netanyahu, will prioritize Zionist principles - interview

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:46:48 GMT

Hendel had previously been the sole leader of the Reservists party, which he founded, before it merged with Tropper. The two will head the new alliance in a joint leadership.

Iran will face a 'crushing blow' if it attacks Israel, Katz warns after security assessment

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:11:08 GMT

Western intelligence assessments suggest Iran may seek to draw Israel into a confrontation and could even choose to act first, Ynet reported on Thursday.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount to mark Tisha B'Av, says Jews feel like 'rightful owners'

BY KESHET NEEV — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:08:07 GMT

Ben-Gvir made the trip alongside Development of the Negev and Galilee Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf, who is also a member of Oztma Yehudit.

Ex-IDF soldier convicted for using foreign passport to enter Iraq, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia

BY HODAYA RAN — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:47:41 GMT

Prosecutors said 27-year-old Lior Matan Weinstein entered countries Israelis are barred by law from visiting without approval, admitted the facts in the indictment, and was convicted on Tuesday.

Mossad foils Iranian plot to infiltrate terror cell into Israel, target senior officials

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:44:53 GMT

Israel's security agencies said the operation exposed a global Iranian recruitment network that used intermediaries to build terror cells targeting Israel.

Guatemala to recognize Jerusalem’s City of David as part of its national heritage

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:37:45 GMT

A plaque signed by Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo will be unveiled in a ceremony attended by senior Israeli, US and Guatemalan officials.

IDF kills terrorist who attempted second West Bank stabbing attack in hours

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:55:54 GMT

The terrorist was killed while the military said the incident was under investigation, in what represents the second attack of this kind reported in the West Bank.

Israeli strike in Gaza kills three Hamas terrorists, including October 7 attacker

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:34:58 GMT

Abdallah Jahja was a terrorist in the naval force of Hamas's military wing and, in addition to his activity on October 7, contributed to the planning of several terror attacks.