Mojtaba Khamenei banned from attending his father's funeral due to regime's assassination concerns

REPORT
Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev pays his respects to Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Iran July 3, 2026.
Vehicles drive past billboards showing Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei and his late father, with the slogan “Thank you to loyal Iran” erected along the highway leading to Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, June 22, 2026
Iranians stand next to a symbol of a Kheibar missile as they take part in a rally  in support of the country’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and commemorate Eid al-Ghadir in Tehran in June.

Leiter says Lebanon deal focused on Hezbollah disarmament as France, UK to work with Oman on Hormuz

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Hamas executes Gazan for 'collaborating' with Israeli intelligence

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Hamas members look on as they escort members of the Red Cross towards an area within the yellow line, in Gaza City, November 12, 2025.
Jewish American volunteers plant trees in the Palestinian village of Husan in the West Bank.

Not the usual itinerary: Why Diaspora Jews are seeking West Bank encounters on Israel trips

JERUSALEM REPORT
 MAN walks in the Jewish outpost of Yahish Zion, near the Jewish settlement of Psagot, in the West Bank.

Palestinian family says settlers annexed unfinished West Bank home

IDF working to strengthen ISF as it prepares for possibility of renewed Gaza operations

Turkish military ship arrives in Mogadishu within the scope of the agreement signed between the governments of Somalia and Turkiye in the fields of defense and economy, in Mogadishu, Somalia on April 23, 2024

Turkey's new Somalia spaceport doubles as missile range, threatening Israel

REPORT
Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (left) is greeted by Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in Doha, in March.

Turkey's 'strategic triad' gains sway in Trump's Middle East policy, posing challenges for Israel

FRONTLINES
 A rendering of the complex that will be built in Texas for Israeli defense tech companies.

The $38 billion MoU era is ending - What's next for US-Israel defense?

JERUSALEM REPORT
Hossam Hassan, Head Coach of Egypt, holds the flag of Palestine after the team's victory through the penalty shootout during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Australia and Egypt at Dallas Stadium on July 03, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

'May God have mercy on their martyrs': Egypt's soccer coach celebrates win with Palestinian flag

An American Jewish man praying

Majority of American Jews experienced antisemitism over past year, CAM survey shows

STUDY
Model of Entebbe control tower and terminal, seen at a parachutist’s house during planning stages, June-July 1976.

Operation Entebbe, 50 years on: The rescue that reshaped Jewish history

FEATURE

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

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

October 7 trials: How Israel is preparing for the largest terror prosecution in its history

FRONTLINES
Nukhba Force terrorists who were captured alive on October 7 are seen in a prison in Israel in 2025.

In unity gov't push, Netanyahu bets Israel's political boycott is beginning to crack

FRONTLINES
OPINION

A political jungle: What int'l media will get wrong about Israel's 2026 election

Israeli opposition leader and former military chief, Gadi Eisenkot, reacts as he launches an election campaign for Yashar, his new political party, at an event near Hod Hasharon, Israel, June 30, 2026.
ByGIL HOFFMAN
OPINION

Lessons from Yitzhak Shamir: What Israel should look for in its next prime minister

Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir with his son, Yair, 1986.
ByBRENDA KATTEN

Two suspects indicted for running human trafficking network in Haifa, Kiryat Shmona

The wreck of the Japanese “Hellship” transport Hōfuku Maru, July 3, 2026.

Wreck of Japan's WWII 'Hellship' carrying Allied POWs found after 80 years

The ancient temple complex in the village of al-Qasr in the Bahariya Oasis, Egypt, July 3, 2026.

New sections of ancient Egyptian temple reveal inscriptions of Pharaoh Psamtik I

Many pictures combine abstract designs with more conventional figures.

‘Feelings in Between’: Autistic artists challenge stereotypes in new Jerusalem exhibition

Conservative political commentator and podcast host Tucker Carlson speaks at Turning Point's annual AmericaFest conference, in remembrance of late right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk, in Phoenix, Arizona on December 18, 2025.

Tucker Carlson planning to help build new US political party

California advances three bills curbing hate speech, protecting Jewish students and employees

Jewish California members and partners meet with California Secretary of State Shirley Weber to discuss hate speech in the California voter guide on June 4, 2026.

Canadian Jews weigh leaving as increasing antisemitism fuels search for safer homes

OPINION

As America turns 250, Jews shouldn’t mistake it for just another exile

A detail from a Jewish New Year's card, showing Jews in American welcoming recent immigrants from the Russian empire. Hebrew Publishing Company, early 20th century
ByRABBI ETHAN TUCKER/JTA

Liberal Jewish groups plan UN protest against possible Ben-Gvir visit

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir gives a statement during a party meeting at the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, Jerusalem, June 3, 2024.

Pro-Palestinian protesters convicted of misdemeanor charges in 2024 Golden Gate Bridge protest

Khamenei lies in state as Iran opens week of funeral rites

Mourners carry a coffin during a symbolic funeral procession for Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following his death in Israeli and U.S. airstrikes, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Najaf, Iraq March 3, 2026.

Iran, Oman reach agreement on Strait of Hormuz based on US MoU, Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf says

Houthis claim missiles forced Saudi warplane from Yemeni airspace amid weapons testing

Dallas police cars seen in Downtown Dallas on June 15, 2026 in Dallas, United States.

Egypt says police officer pushed player, team director at World Cup

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir awards US military Captain Nathan John Pernot with the IDF Certificate of Appreciation, July 3, 2026.

IDF chief awards US Air Defense battery captain, commanders with Certificate of Appreciation

Celebrating the ‘United States of Possibility,' and an Israel of impossible possibles

OPINION
The Statue of Liberty is lit up ahead of the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, on July 1, 2026.

In the kitchen with Henny: American classics

OPINION

America at 250, Entebbe at 50: Defining moments for the US-Israel alliance

A police officer clears the way for rescued Air France hostages arriving in Tel Aviv after returning from Entebbe
ByYARON SCHWARTZ
OPINION

America at 250: Fighting antisemitism begins with reclaiming America's Jewish story

Man holding an American flag.
ByMICHAEL FREUND
OPINION

At 250, Israel needs an angry America to rediscover its way

ByDAN PERRY

Israeli drones aid Mexican rescue teams in Venezuela earthquake aftermath

EXCLUSIVE
Xtend's Honey Badger unmanned aerial system

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

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

Esh-Tech's DroneLight system.

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

The IDF's Lavi Hummer in an undated photograph

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

The next great American dynasty: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce donate $26m. ahead of wedding weekend

Taylor Swift announces her engagement to Travis Kelce, August 26 2025.

US warns Poland Russia may be preparing military 'provocation' - report

'Political systems cannot sustain it': Turkish FM calls for sanctions on Israel, Sa'ar retaliates

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan speaks to the reporters at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 19, 2026

China expands coast guard patrols off Taiwan’s east coast

A Navy miniature is seen in front of displayed Chinese and Taiwanese flags in this illustration taken, April 11, 2023.
JERUSALEM REPORT

'If there were not an Israel, there wouldn’t be a United States,' Huckabee tells Report

Huckabee, a former Arkansas governor and die-hard supporter of Israel, believes firmly that the US needs Israel as much as Israel needs the US.

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.”

Meta's Zuckerberg says AI agent tech progressing slower than expected

(ILLUSTRATIVE) A logo of Meta AI sits outside the Meta House on the opening day of the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025.

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

Israel's tech employees cost more than US counterparts

People walk near office towers at a business park also housing high tech companies, at Ofer Park in Petah Tikva, Israel August 27, 2020

Your Taxes: Lebanese people want to give peace a chance - is it time to do business?

A demonstrator holds empty tear gas canisters during a protest over the deteriorating economic situation, in Riad al-Solh Square in Beirut, Lebanon, in 2023.

Your Investments: Like elite World Cup teams, profitable portfolios require consistent work

Strong El Nino will develop rapidly over coming months, says UN weather agency

 Illustrative image of a blazing sun.

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

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

Israelis enjoy the beach as a heatwave hits Israel, in Herzliya, April 17, 2026

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

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

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

Shoppers browse goods at Nefesh B'Nefesh's Shuk Olim event in Tel Aviv. June 25, 2026.

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

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.
OPINION

Fourth of July in Israel, torn between two homes filled with polarization and belonging

THE AMERICAN JEW is becoming more visibly Jewish without becoming more religious. The Israeli Jew is becoming more religious without becoming more visibly Jewish.
BySARA LABATON/JTA

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

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.

From two construction families in Even Yehuda to leading real estate group: Shponder & Fadlon story

The INFINITY Project.

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

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Diplomatic Conference, September 2025

Conference   

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

Podcasts   

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   

MAJOR JASON Watson on the steps of the US Capitol building protesting US President Donald Trump and demanding his impeachement.

US Air Force officer under investigation after calling for Trump's impeachment

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

Diaspora   

A detail from a Jewish New Year's card, showing Jews in American welcoming recent immigrants from the Russian empire. Hebrew Publishing Company, early 20th century

As America turns 250, Jews shouldn’t mistake it for just another exile

Fourth of July in Israel, torn between two homes filled with polarization and belonging

California advances three bills curbing hate speech, protecting Jewish students and employees

Judaism   

Shining: Moon rises behind the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem.

Parashat Pinchas: What Joshua learned from Moses about true leadership

Parashat Pinchas: A prophet for difficult times

Shabbat candle lighting times for Israel and US

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   

Lasange

Biga: Something for everyone

Wine Talk: The kosher Michel Rolland

In the kitchen with Henny: American classics

Archaeology   

The ancient temple complex in the village of al-Qasr in the Bahariya Oasis, Egypt, July 3, 2026.

New sections of ancient Egyptian temple reveal inscriptions of Pharaoh Psamtik I

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

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   

The wreck of the Japanese “Hellship” transport Hōfuku Maru, July 3, 2026.

Wreck of Japan's WWII 'Hellship' carrying Allied POWs found after 80 years

Operation Entebbe, 50 years on: The rescue that reshaped Jewish history

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

OMG   

Taylor Swift announces her engagement to Travis Kelce, August 26 2025.

The next great American dynasty: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce donate $26m. ahead of wedding weekend

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

Consumerism   

Project courtesy of Buchhalter Studio for Architecture and Interior Design.

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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