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Mark Wilf at The Jewish Agency: Building connection, unity, and trust

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND IN COLLABORATION WITH THE JEWISH AGENCY — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:44:46 GMT

“Mark Wilf has shown us what it means to be a true ‘mensch,’ leading not through words but through his actions,” Maj.-Gen. (res.) Doron Almog, chairman of the Executive at The Jewish Agency

Katz says opposition will bear blame for future attacks on Israel after ignoring warnings

BY SHIR PERETS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:27:52 GMT

Opposition leader Yair Lapid said that Katz's "reckless and hysterical statement is a gift to Israel’s enemies,” and accused the government of failing to eradicate Hamas or bring down Iran.

From Kfar Aza to Knesset: Alon Futterman’s new mission for unity

BY ELLIOT HELLER — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:16:16 GMT

The director of the Kfar Aza Foundation reflects on three years of rehabilitation efforts for the kibbutz, his recent US speaking tour, and his decision to run for the Knesset alongside Gadi Eisenkot

Nine injured, including one seriously, in minibus accident near Beit Shemesh

BY SHIR PERETS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 07:22:35 GMT

A man in his 30s was seriously injured, while an 18-year-old sustained moderate injuries to multiple parts of his body. Seven other passengers sustained light injuries.

Herzog calls for crackdown on violent West Bank settlers as olive harvest tensions mount

BY DEBORAH DANAN/JTA — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:58:34 GMT

The attacks have drawn condemnation from the US and European governments.

Israeli designer Arik Weiss discusses contribution to Marvel’s ‘Spider-Noir’ series

BY HILA ROSEN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 03:41:42 GMT

The Emmy-winning designer further discussed how his nationality is a complete non-issue in his field.

'Sheep in the Box': A pointless, sweet story of grief, robots - review

BY HANNAH BROWN — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 02:10:10 GMT

The film explores how a couple, grieving the loss of their young son who was killed in an accident two years before, decide to adopt an AI robot programmed to mimic their child.

Nathan Fielder's Elizabeth Holmes documentary ‘You Can See Everything’ coming to Israel

BY HILA ROSEN AND TNS — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 01:52:20 GMT

The film, set to premiere in Israel on November 26, had a massive opening weekend in North America, opening to box office numbers not seen in more than 20 years for a narrative documentary.

Shin Bet head discusses counterterror, radical Islam with French intel. officials amid Paris riots

BY SARAH MOSKOWITZ — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:58:04 GMT

The visit had been scheduled in advance, but the discussions included efforts to combat terrorism and radical Islam amid weeks of riots in the European country.

Israel bans United Airlines pilot over Iran sympathies weeks after flydubai hijacking attempt

BY UDI ETZION AND AMIT AVITAN — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:54:29 GMT

However, the Transportation Ministry clarified to United that Amjadian flies only domestic routes to the US and Canada and is not scheduled to operate any flights to Israeli.

Police rescue toddler from locked car in Yavne after mother makes emergency call from Tel Aviv

BY MAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:50:28 GMT

In August, United Hatzalah warned against the dangers of leaving children inside hot cars after a 5-year-old boy died after he was left inside his family's car in Lod for about two hours.

Mamdani calls for end to Israeli 'occupation, genocide' after IDF detains volunteers in West Bank

BY CORINNE BAUM — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:10:04 GMT

Mamdani’s comments come after several other Jewish organizations and world leaders decried the IDF’s decision to detain around 90 volunteers who went to help Palestinian farmers.

Why Netanyahu is making the Iranian regime’s overthrow a personal promise - analysis

BY HERB KEINON — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:07:43 GMT

Netanyahu's argument was that any agreement or accommodation leaving the regime in power would leave it determined to pursue a nuclear bomb and rebuild its network of proxies surrounding Israel.

Netanyahu orders Iranian regime's downfall, Katz warns 'Iran will burn' at IDF cadets' graduation

BY JONAH DAVIDOV — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:26:51 GMT

Speaking at the IDF officer cadets' graduation ceremony, Netanyahu declared regime change in Iran a military objective, while Defense Minister Katz warned that "Iran will burn" if it attacks Israel.

IDF maps West Bank home of terrorist behind Bell Checkpoint attack that wounded Neria Leiter

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:36:30 GMT

The attack, which seriously wounded Neria Leiter, son of Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter, was carried out last month on Route 443.

Haredi protesters block Highway 4 near Ra'anana, Kfar Saba over draft dodger arrest

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:47:27 GMT

Police have deemed the demonstration illegal and are on the scene directing traffic to alternative routes, clearing the road, and restoring public order.

"Change the paradigm”: Holon Institute of Technology is integrating industry into tech education

BY ELLIOT HELLER AND IN COLLABORATION WITH HIT — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:39:42 GMT

Under new President Professor Refael Barkan, HIT enters a new academic year and a new era – one defined by bridging academia and industry through internships, innovation, and an eye to the future

MDA inaugurates 96 new ambulances marking 96 years of lifesaving work

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:11:54 GMT

The new vehicles, donated by supporters in seven countries, will join Magen David Adom’s fleet of approximately 2,000 ambulances operating across Israel.

IDF kills Hamas Nukhba operative who helped plan deadly attack on Israeli tank, killing four

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:34:15 GMT

Hamouda took part in planning the explosive device attack that killed four Armored Corps soldiers on September 8, 2025, according to the IDF.

Right-wing Knesset candidate alleges Arab takeover of Israeli healthcare, drawing backlash

BY MAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:45:48 GMT

Zaga claimed that Jewish nurses are afraid to work shifts where they will be alongside only Arab doctors, and that Arab medical students receive preferential treatment.

WATCH: IDF detains 90 West Bank olive harvest volunteers, including US congressional nominee Lander

BY CORINNE BAUM — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:25:23 GMT

Rabbis for Human Rights said its volunteers were working near Bethlehem to accompany Palestinian farmers to groves as part of the olive harvest • Lander released with warning, source tells 'Post'

Wingate Institute branch opens at Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa

BY SHLOMO WEISS — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:25:00 GMT

The new complex offers professional training in sports, movement, and health. Mayor Yona Yahav: "Investing in sports is an investment in education, health, and employment."

IDF was not planning to strike Iran on Oct. 10 despite reports of attack blocked by Trump

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:40:07 GMT

Sources told the Post it was unusual for IDF chief Eyal Zamir to be excluded from the Hegseth meeting, raising questions about the political considerations behind Netanyahu's decision.

Netanyahu, Zamir, Rivlin among witnesses to testify in November before submarine inquiry

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:55:39 GMT

That this phase would begin in November was already known in July, but the witness list had not yet been announced.

Mandelblit says he suspected leaks aimed at pressuring him over Netanyahu investigations

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:06:21 GMT

Mandelblit, who approved the indictment against Netanyahu, was called to testify by the defense. His questioning has focused on the authorizations he gave investigators.

Netanyahu's inner circle is now almost entirely religious, cabinet secretary says

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:46:40 GMT

Fuchs spoke on "Religious Jews in Senior Positions: Dilemmas and Challenges" at the second annual conference held at Jerusalem's International Conference Center by Zomet Institute and Makor Rishon.

Malaysia bars civil servants from using Israeli navigation app Waze due to 'security concerns'

BY REUTERS — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:16:43 GMT

Muslim-majority Malaysia is a staunch supporter of the Palestinian cause and does not maintain diplomatic relations with Israel.

Fire extinguishers stolen, emptied in streets as suspected TikTok challenge spreads in Netanya

BY HODAYA RAN — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:02:18 GMT

Police questioned about 15 teenagers in Netanya over suspected fire extinguisher thefts linked to a TikTok challenge, warning of serious fire risks.

With just six days until Israel's elections, IDF steps up Gaza ops., prepares for Hamas attacks

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:27:26 GMT

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir, who visited the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, also addressed heightened security tensions ahead of the October 27 election.

Israel may be forced to act as Iran rebuilds military capabilities before election, officials warn

BY ANNA BARSKY — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:03:15 GMT

Israel is tracking Iran's efforts to rebuild its military capabilities, warning that renewed threats could force action despite upcoming elections.