The dictator in the terminal: Idi Amin and the Entebbe hostage crisis, 50 years on

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UGANDAN PRESIDENT Idi Amin wanted the world to see a mediator. The Israeli archive records the week when that mask began to slip.
Model of Entebbe control tower and terminal, seen at a parachutist’s house during planning stages, June-July 1976.
A central Ugandan city close to the capital of Kampala, Entebbe is situated on a peninsula extending into Lake Victoria’s northern shores. An early rescue plan involved parachuting commandos into the  water, but was abandoned due to the lake being heavily infested with aggressive Nile crocodiles.

IDF chief marks 1,000 days since October 7, says Iran is 'primary focus'

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US officials believed Israel planned to kill Iranian negotiators amid peace talks

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FOREIGN MINISTER of Iran Abbas Araghchi, and Speaker of Iran Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf with the delegation of Iran at the Lake Lucerne Summit at the Buergenstock resort in Obbuergen, near Lucerne, Switzerland, Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Police near the scene of an active shooter situation on June 22, 2026 in Montreal, Canada.

Canada synagogue firebomber was promised $15,000 for attack, motivated by drugs, not antisemitism

Israeli Minister of Defense Benny Gantz, Israeli soldiers and Israeli veterans and disabled IDF soldiers seen during a march honoring IDF wounded and disabled IDF, in Tel Aviv, November 17, 2021.

IDF Disabled Veterans Org. warns of 'national disaster' amid exclusion in defense budget

On 1,000th day since Oct 7, President Herzog, first lady visit Kibbutz Kerem Shalom

 Israeli Chief of Police Daniel Levi near the scene of a stabbing attack in Jerusalem's Old City on September 15, 2024.

Elite counterterrorism forces arrest suspects in northern Israel mosque shooting

The logo of Human Rights Watch (HRW), an international non-governmental organization.

‘Behind closed doors’: 70+ NGO staffers allege antisemitism, lack of accountability in new report

A student stands and whistles while holding his cap with the words 'End The Occupation' during the 373rd Commencement Exercises at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, May 23, 2024.

Harvard antisemitism has become less overt, more ‘insidious,’ faculty claim in open letter

Protesters commemorate 1,000 days since the October 7 Massacre on July 2, 2026.

One thousand days on, Israelis mourn those lost on October 7

Forty-two immigrants became United States citizens during a swearing-in ceremony at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Calabasas, California, April 25, 2024.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, but American Jews shouldn’t declare victory yet

An Afghan Taliban fighter sit next to an anti-aircraft gun near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in Spin Boldak, Kandahar Province, following exchanges of fire between Pakistani and Afghan forces in Afghanistan, October 15, 2025.

US says it supports Pakistan's right to defend itself amid renewed conflict with Afghanistan

Life story that goes beyond Entebbe: 'I swore near his burnt tank to never leave a soldier behind'

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DORON ALMOG HAS served as chairman of The Jewish Agency since 2022.

Defense Minister Katz, IDF chief Zamir mark 1,000 days since Oct. 7 with warnings to Iranian regime

IDF destroys four Hamas tunnels in Gaza over weekend, April 14, 2026.

IDF probes soldiers after video shows blindfolded Palestinian tied to broomstick in Gaza

Israeli military nearing breaking point without more manpower, IDF warns Knesset committee

IDF troops operating in the Wadi Saluki area of southern Lebanon.
WATCH

Bystanders rescue 11-year-old girl from kidnapping attempt in central Israel

Kidnapping attempt in Petah Tikva

October 7 remembrance ceremony crowdfunding tops NIS 700,000 on first day of campaign

A boy holds a yellow Hezbollah flag while walking among a crowd during a mourning ceremony in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, June 26, 2026

Why Israeli officials fear Iran-backed Hezbollah could still rearm, despite Lebanon deal

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The Israel Ministry of Defense’s National Mine Action Authority (INMAA) clears minefields with the assistance of sappers from 4M Defense Mine Solutions in the northern Golan Heights near the Syrian border, April 28, 2026.

Reporter’s Notebook: The threat along Syrian buffer zone is far from over for Israel

Prof. Efraim Inbar speaks at a conference in Jerusalem, February 3, 2014.

Israel's Armenian Genocide recognition a 'childish mistake,' expert claims

An illustrative photograph of a man wearing tefillin

US Supreme Court agrees to hear case of Ohio Jew forbidden from holding home minyan

We fear listing 'Jewish' on hospital forms after October 7, Australian Jews tell 'Post'

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A demonstrator takes part in a protest against President Isaac Herzog's state visit, in Melbourne, Australia, February 12, 2026

Sanders-endorsed anti-Israel candidate Melat Kiros wins Democratic Colorado congressional primary

UK Jewish groups launch £1.5 million initiative to tackle antisemitism in healthcare

People pass the now derelict Royal Mineral Water Hospital that is awaiting redevelopment on February 19, 2026 in Bath, England.

Man jailed for one year over 2023 death of Jewish protester in California

 Protesters from a number of London universities attend a pro-Palestine demonstration on October 7, 2025 in London, England.

Argentina records rise in antisemitism, with 62% of incidents online

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, other world leaders to attend Khamenei’s funeral

 Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attends a quadrilateral meeting between the U.S., Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar, June 21, 2026.

Araghchi threatens to ‘school’ Israel if US unsuccessful in ‘muzzling its pets in Tel Aviv’

Iran prepares to bury slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei with week of mass mourning

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech during the closing event of the SAHA 2026 International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey, May 8, 2026.

Turkey grows stronger, hostility towards Israel increasing, academic expert warns

An Iranian Kurdish Peshmerga member of the Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran (KDPI) inspects damage sustained at the Azadi Camp of the Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran on March 3, 2026; Illustrative.

Iran increases attacks on Kurdish opposition following days of clashes

50 years after Entebbe, Israel honors fallen commander Yoni Netanyahu

 THE THREE Netanyahu brothers (from L): Benjamin, Yoni and Iddo.

Tel Aviv’s Shuk Olim brings out dozens of immigrant entrepreneurs to showcase goods

WATCH

'Mom and dad are not alive': Slain Oct. 7 victims' family shares haunting never-before-seen footage

The aftermath of Hamas's terror attack on Kibbutz Holit during the October 7 massacre, pictured October 26, 2023.

Hoops and hopes: Maya Zilbershlag leads Israeli basketball to European competitions

 ISRAELI GUARD Maya Zilbershlag enters the U20 European Championship as one of the country’s brightest young prospects.
OPINION

Can Israel remain Jewish and democratic without Arab parties in government?

ByMICHAEL M. COHEN

US Marine Corps deploys Iron Dome interceptors on Guam for China war drills

Launchers carrying Tamir interceptors from the Iron Dome system were seen recently during their first deployment beyond the US mainland, as part of a US military exercise on Guam.

Mysterious drone over Germany’s Arrow 3 battery may open door for Rafael, Elbit laser deal

Israeli defense startup Esh-Tech raises $18 million for counter-drone laser

The Defense Ministry conducted a joint drill in which the Iron Beam laser defense and the Iron Dome interceptor-based defense systems were used together to combat a multi-threat scenario. June 29, 2026.

Iron Beam, Iron Dome combine forces in Defense Ministry drill

The IDF's Lavi Hummer in an undated photograph

IDF unveils upgraded Hummer, featuring 'first of its kind' turbo system

China implements law requiring minorities conform to CCP cultural, religious guidelines

A delegate in ethnic minority costume arrives before the closing session of the National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China March 12, 2026.

Silence in the rubble: Inside the desperate race for Venezuela earthquake survivors

Explosion in crowded Damascus cafe leaves nine people dead, 22 injured

Members of the media and other people gather near the site of what Syrian state media reported was a blast at a cafe in central Damascus, Syria, July 2, 2026
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CENTCOM considers relocating US bases from Gulf States to Israel's Negev after painful Iran strikes

A U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber arrives at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar April 9, 2016.

Eight monks killed in Thailand after eleven year old boy crashes pickup truck

A Buddhist monk walks across a road while collecting alms in Bangkok early on April 28, 2026.

Thousands of Israelis abroad plan to fly home to vote – one initiative wants to help them get there

AID Coalition co-founder & CEO Batell Blaish-Sultanik: ‘The challenge is not the desire to participate, but ability to do so.’

“The Cage” music video by Shyfrin Alliance: The state of Creation before the Sin

Eduard Shyfrin - The Cage

The safest place: Why more Jews are buying homes in Israel after October 7

“For many diaspora Jews, an apartment in Israel has become both an investment and a source of security and belonging.”

AI doesn't replace good writers, it demands better judgment, researchers find

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ESCO Israel announces plan to tackle AI data centers consumption crisis without new power plants

Air Haifa expands with new Ben-Gurion-Eilat route and up to 10 daily flights

Air Haifa launched their new airplane in July as part of their airline launch.

Australian unicorn Airwallex plans expansion of Israel operations following $11 billion valuation

Airwallex Israel team.
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Microsoft planning 2.5% cut in workforce in latest round of tech company layoffs

In aftermath of Venezuela earthquake, Health Ministry conducts drill to boost preparedness

Israeli security and rescue forces take part in an earthquake drill at Ziv Medical Center, Safed, northern Israel, December 23, 2025; illustrative.

Nearly one million Gazans remain in tents amid extreme summer heat, Norwegian report suggests

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As Dead Sea plans languish, gov't probe finds Israel still unprepared for climate change

Emergency services work at the site of a collapsed building following earthquakes that hit the country, in Caracas, Venezuela, June 26, 2026.

Aftershock rocks Caracas during fourth day of earthquake rescues

The rare bristly cephalaria growing in the Jerusalem Botanical Garden as part of the joint initiative with KKL-JNF.

KKL-JNF aiming to preserve endangered plant species at Jerusalem Botanical Garden, Eshtaol Nursery

Innovative saliva test launches in Israel to screen for dozens of hereditary diseases

A saliva based genetic test at Mor Institute.

'Seniorland': Growing old in the world's largest retirement city

REVIEW

Soroka University Medical Center begins new partnership with Azerbaijan healthcare system

Medical journal retracts paper on Amgen’s Tavneos drug trial after FDA findings

Israel abortion application rates decline, with nearly all requests gaining approval, CBS reports

Surge in Aliyah of young, skilled olim despite wartime challenges, 22,522 moved to Israel in 2025

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.

How to influence the Israeli and Palestinian elections for peace

OPINION

Roy Freeman: Building a comfortable community for LGBT olim in Israel

HOLDING A BANNER for LGBT Olim at Tel Aviv Pride, June 12.

Mimi ‘Mabrat’ Biyadgilon: The former village girl who has come a long way

Mimi Biyadgilon.

Eli and Chana Coten: From London to Ma’alot amid war and new beginnings

Family

Tzarfati Shimon launches phase 2 of Luria Project in Jerusalem's Moradot Arnona

Luria Project, Jerusalem Moradot Arnona.

Luria: A Jerusalem-inspired project with modern boutique design

An ultra-luxury Jerusalem icon

Shponder & Fadlon Project.

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The INFINITY Project.

It’s all about timing! 2026 is a rare opportunity window for Tel Aviv real estate

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Israel’s First Lady, Michal Herzog

Michal Herzog: Women must 'use their voice' to shape Israel’s future

'Without human insight, innovation is useless'

Mekorot’s Shira Singer on the future of water infrastructure

MDA Heroes   

 Michaela Berku: "Doing good is the best therapy."

Michaela Berku on volunteering, MDA, and saving lives through service

MDA Women's Circle launches new year with "Adopt a Paramedic" initiative

'I’ll keep showing up': MDA paramedic who saved dozens on Oct 7 recounts 600 days

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Did Trump stop the Iran war too soon? Gil Troy on Israel, Hormuz and what comes next

Will America turn 250 with the same unbreakable bond with Israel?

Iran threatens US and Israeli 'pets in Tel Aviv', IDF Chief of Staff talks Lebanon with Clearfield

Katz: War against Israel being waged terror financing, not just on the battlefield

US Politics   

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrive to push protesters back as cars enter and leave the Delaney Hall Immigration Detention Center on June 12, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey.

Trump administration cannot hold migrants without bond hearings past 90 days, court rules

Alleged Epstein victim accused Trump of sexual assault, fears retaliation from Trump administration

Arriving on Qatari-gifted Air Force One for the first time, Trump unveils Roosevelt museum

Diaspora   

A demonstrator takes part in a protest against President Isaac Herzog's state visit, in Melbourne, Australia, February 12, 2026

We fear listing 'Jewish' on hospital forms after October 7, Australian Jews tell 'Post'

Phil Weiser, Jewish state attorney-general, wins Colorado Democratic primary for governor

Azerbaijan chief rabbi asks Knesset to reconsider recognition of Armenian Genocide

Judaism   

MA’AYAN GRADUATES with Nishmat dean Ilana Hadad (L) and program director Dr. Esti Bar-El (R).

What Nishmat’s Ma’ayan program for Ethiopian women says about Israel’s future

Parashat Balak: What is the price of aloneness?

Parashat Balak: Guarding our eyes

Christian World   

A GREEK Orthodox priest holds up a bible during the Holy Friday service at the Greek Orthodox Monastery of St George in Coptic Cairo on May 3, 2024.

Christian converts still face discrimination, arrests in Egypt, US State Dept. confirms

Christian Zionists confront a crisis inside their own camp

Bipartisan lawmakers, faith leaders gather on Capitol Hill for Jerusalem Day celebration

Food   

At Picual, even before the first course reaches the table, the air is filled with the aromas of fresh olive oil, damp wood, and wild herbs.

Picual fine dining: Serving the Land of Israel, one course at a time

In the kitchen with Henny: Healthy, fresh salads for the summer

Amaya: Outstanding culinary experience in Rehovot

Archaeology   

People look at the newly acquired Tomb of Francois, a 4th-century BC masterpiece bought last month by Italy's Culture Ministry for 15 million euros, at the National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia in Rome, Italy, June 30, 2026.

Frescos from famed Etruscan tomb go on display in Rome after multi-million euro purchase by Italy

New AI-powered research project aims to uncover the origins of the Dead Sea Scrolls

Turkey places site of Alexander the Great’s first battle with Persians under historic protection

Science   

 AI education illustrative

AI doesn't replace good writers, it demands better judgment, researchers find

Can virtual reality teach the 'feel' of medicine? New Israeli study says not yet

Who's a good boy? Study suggests interacting with pets may not improve stress, negative emotions

Culture   

‘LEGENDS’ IS a series based on a true story about British customs inspectors in the 1990s who infiltrate the drug trade.

What to watch this week: ‘Legends’ hits the mark as Pride month programming begins

Taiwan Film Week brings the island’s stories, culture to Jerusalem

How to find the perfect summer camp in Jerusalem for your kids and teens

History   

UGANDAN PRESIDENT Idi Amin wanted the world to see a mediator. The Israeli archive records the week when that mask began to slip.

The dictator in the terminal: Idi Amin and the Entebbe hostage crisis, 50 years on

The Somme, 110 years on: The Jewish soldiers who fought and died

On this day: Bodies of Gil-Ad Shaer, Naftali Frenkel, and Eyal Yifrah found in West Bank

OMG   

Swedish environment minister Romina Pourmokhtari sits in a meeting room with her baby, at a meeting of EU climate ministers in Luxembourg, June 25, 2026.

World's cutest minister? Sweden's climate minister brings three-month-old son to parliament

Game on: Chiefs' Travis Kelce, pop star Taylor Swift to wed Friday in NYC ceremony

The littlest trophy: Mexican doctors welcome first son while watching World Cup at Hillel Yaffe

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Open skies: How the skylight became the new luxury element in designed homes

Will we get a clamshell iPhone? Apple has not yet made a final decision

Ariston expands the scope of solar collector production in Israel

Prof. Eduard Yakubov, president of the Holon Institute of Technology

Israel cannot afford to rely solely on theoretical doctorates

Israel can no longer afford the privileges of adolescent behavior

Confronting the Iranian regime’s ideological warfare strategy against Israel and the West

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