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Education Minister Kisch asks High Court to preserve proportional funding for haredi schools

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:40:06 GMT

The dispute centers on hundreds of haredi schools run by UTJ and Shas affiliated networks that receive full state school funding despite operating outside the state system.

Two IDF soldiers injured by Hezbollah terrorist in southern Lebanon, military strikes in response

BY AARON GLICK — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:08:31 GMT

The soldiers have been evacuated to a hospital, and their families have been notified.

Avdija: 'I won't allow anyone to question my commitment to the national team and the country'

BY OR SHKEDI — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Avdija addressed absence: Portland wouldn't risk my health. I proved how much I care; I had no option to play and want to be healthy.

Tel Aviv psychologist charged over 131 unauthorized assessments, 72 alleged forgeries

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:42:20 GMT

Under the rules described in the indictment, the psychological assessments at issue could be conducted only by a certified specialist or by a psychologist completing a supervized specialization.

Veteran Israeli theater, film actor Ilan Dar dies at 89

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:12:38 GMT

Dar was a fixture of Israeli theater, television, and cinema for decades, but his role in Krovim Krovim became one of the defining performances of his career.

Jerusalem highlights: September 4-10

BY HAGAY HACOHEN — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:07:52 GMT

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

Katz threatens 'all-out war' on PA over West Bank 'October 7-style attack' terror threat to Israel

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:40:49 GMT

Defense minister says Israel will launch 'all-out war' against senior PA officials, terror infrastructure if an October 7-style attack is planned • Statement follows stabbing attack near Kusra

Israeli seriously wounded in West Bank stabbing attack, IDF kills terrorist after hour-long manhunt

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:51:58 GMT

According to KAN News, the terrorist's phone fell from his pocket while fleeing the scene and has been identified as an individual known to the security establishment.

Israel knocked out of World Cup qualification after defeat to Latvia

BY OR SHKEDI — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:34:44 GMT

The national team fell in second half as Latvia pulled away for an 85-70 win, capping a dismal evening for Ariel Beit-Halahmy and players.

Two three-day cultural festivals to mark Sukkot with poetry, dance, and eco-tours

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:27:54 GMT

At Confederation House, the poetry festival operates under the theme “Poets Are Called Alive in Death.” The event utilizes the traditional sukkah as a metaphor for an inner artistic sanctuary.

Hebrew cheers in Queens: Israeli teen Dan Brand makes his mark at US Open juniors

BY HOWARD BLAS — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:21:34 GMT

For Brand, ranked No. 20 in the world in the International Tennis Federation junior rankings after recently climbing three spots, it was an important victory on a very big stage.

Israeli resident charged over ISIS ties, marking fourth in under two weeks

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:07:44 GMT

The concentrated run of cases includes two alleged plots to attack Israeli security forces and a former IDF soldier accused of training to join ISIS abroad.

Israel on high alert for surprise attack ahead of Rosh Hashanah as threats span multiple fronts

BY AVI ASHKENAZI — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:41:18 GMT

Israel's defense establishment is maintaining maximum readiness ahead of Rosh Hashanah, amid concerns that Hezbollah, Hamas, or Iran could seek to exploit the holiday period.

IDF, police readiness drills continue for second day as forces train in Eilat for Oct.7-like attack

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:31:23 GMT

The aim of the exercise is to improve the division’s capabilities and readiness in the face of a large-scale October 7-style surprise attack, based on the lessons drawn from the massacre.

Herzog awards Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor to 11 distinguished figures

BY JONAH DAVIDOV — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:14:03 GMT

It is the highest civilian recognition awarded by the State of Israel, presented to leading figures both in Israel and abroad in government, culture, and public service.

Ben-Gvir tells police commissioner he will not approve officer appointments until after election

BY ALON HACHMON — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:08:16 GMT

In the letter, titled “Your desire to hold a round of police officer appointments about a month and a half before elections,” Ben-Gvir noted that the election is expected to take place on October 27.

Two settlers arrested on suspicion of involvement in Kusra attacks, Israel Police announce

BY TZVI JASPER — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:38:42 GMT

According to the police, the first suspect, a 19-year-old from the Shomron area, was arrested first. On a search of his vehicle, police found several suspicious items, including an airsoft rifle.

IDF targets Hezbollah in southern Lebanon following Hezbollah drone launches - report

BY ELI ASHKENAZI — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:52:33 GMT

Earlier, Hezbollah launched two explosive drones toward IDF forces operating in southern Lebanon. IDF forces fired at one of the drones and intercepted it, with no injuries reported by the IDF.

Jerusalem Cinematheque pays tribute to actor, director, and sex symbol Paul Newman

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:00:11 GMT

The cinematheque retrospective offers an unusually strong overview of Newman's career, featuring both movies he led and directed.

Guy Nattiv’s ‘The Liberation’ premieres at the Telluride Film Festival

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:50:33 GMT

The psychological drama, written by Nattiv and Noa Berman-Herzberg, was inspired by a true story from Nattiv’s family.

Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood, Dudu Tassa to kick off Jerusalem Oud Festival

BY HANNAH BROWN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:44:10 GMT

The festival will take place from November 5-12, bringing together musicians from Israel and abroad for 16 performances at the Jerusalem Theatre, Khan Theater, and Confederation House.

From Jerusalem to LA28: American Football is flourishing in Israel at the Kraft Stadium

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:32:39 GMT

For American football in Israel, the Kraft name is not simply written on a stadium. It is part of the story of how the sport was built.

IDF expected to make historic change for more inclusive combat soldier profile

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:48:02 GMT

While there have been numerous reports over several months suggesting that such a change might be approved, KAN News reported first on Sunday that the decision has finally gone through.

Netanyahu trial resumes as defense phase moves beyond prime minister

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:25:52 GMT

Sunday’s hearing focused primarily on organizing the witness schedule and determining which defense witnesses will be called, rather than hearing new evidence.

Court orders return for Jalud Palestinian families home after extremist settlers drove them out

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:23:43 GMT

Justices give authorities 14 days to secure families’ return and demand answers on why identified suspects, vehicles, and repeated attacks produced so little criminal enforcement.

Amid US pressure, Netanyahu orders removal of illegal West Bank settler outposts, sources say

BY REUTERS — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:05:20 GMT

It was not immediately clear when the operation would begin, with reports from Israeli media pointing out that hundreds of settlements could be removed.

'The end of the Iranian regime is near,' Netanyahu threatens at government's Rosh Hashanah toast

BY TOBIAS HOLCMAN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:41:51 GMT

"We are determined to defend ourselves; we are determined to strike our enemies," Netanyahu said at the Government Rosh Hashanah toast.

Jerusalem man shot during attempted robbery, in serious condition

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:19:30 GMT

United Hatzalah responders reported treating a 19-year-old with a gunshot wound, noting that he was taken to Shaare Zedek Medical Center in serious condition.

Jerusalem Rabbi Moshe Yazdi sentenced to 18 years for rape by deception

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:13:27 GMT

The sentence also includes a one-year suspended prison term and NIS 150,000 in compensation for each of the two women.

Miki Zohar: 'I asked EuroLeague to return games to Israel'

BY OR SHKEDI — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:03:36 GMT

The sports minister confirmed sending a letter to EuroLeague leadership, in coordination with Maccabi Tel Aviv, Hapoel Jerusalem, and Hapoel Tel Aviv.