Regardless of election results, voters must let the government govern

EDITORIAL

A May poll published by the Jewish People Policy Institute found that while 65% of Israelis indicate they will accept the election results, the ideological breakdown was striking.

Two Hezbollah terrorists killed in IDF strikes, one Israeli soldier killed in Lebanon

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Israel’s Noam Bettan takes second place in Eurovision 2026, Bulgaria wins

The winning song was "Bangaranga" by DARA from Bulgaria, and "Eclipse" by Delta Goodrem of Australia came in third place.

ISRAELI SINGER Noam Bettan, representing Israel with the song 'Michelle', celebrates in the artist's zone during the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 (ESC) at Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria on May 16, 2026.
Counselor of US State Department Michael Needham, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Michael Waltz, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa, Lebanese Ambassador to the U.S. Nada Hamadeh Moawad and Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter pose for photos

Israel, Lebanon agree on 45-day ceasefire extension, negotiation to continue on two tracks

Both Israel and Lebanon have agreed on a framework for negotiations, including “full recognition of each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity."

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The Palestinian Authority is reinforcing and institutionalizing notorious 'pay-for-slay' policy

Declassified documents about Nazi doctor Josef Mengele, who fled to Argentina after World War II.

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Boats from a large flotilla attempting to break a maritime blockade on the Hamas-ruled Gaza strip seen arriving at the Ashdod port, after the Israeli Navy took control of the vessels overnight.

Land convoy sets out from Libya as part of Gaza flotilla effort

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Iran allegedly behind Canada attacks on US consulate, synagogue

A fire burns in a residential apartment after Israeli shelling, according to the Ministry of Health, in Gaza City May 15, 2026.

IDF confirms death of Hamas military chief following Gaza strike

Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during a press conference, following a deal on the Chagos Islands, at a military headquarters in London, Britain May 22, 2025.

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World Emunah: The women who are holding Israel together

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Frieda Ross, President of World Emunah

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Capt. Maoz Israel Recanati.
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US-Israel attacks on Iran could resume as early as next week

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Hadash elects former MK Yousef Jabareen as party chairman, ousting Ayman Odeh

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Cornell trustees back Jewish president after confrontation with pro-Palestinian protesters

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Spainish PM Pedro Sánchez defends Spain’s Eurovision boycott over Israel’s participation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez speaks during a plenary session of the lower house of the Spanish parliament, in Madrid, Spain, May 22, 2024.

NYT accuses Israel of trying to 'stifle journalism' by taking legal action over op-ed

People walk by The New York Times building in Manhattan, New York City, U.S., September 16, 2025.

German court allows pro-Palestinian encampment in Hamburg park where Jews were deported by Nazis

FBI offers $200,000 reward for former US Air Force specialist accused of spying for Iran

The FBI said it believes Monica Witt defected to Iran in 2013 and may still be assisting Tehran’s activities.

FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US

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A Hamas terorrist stands guard as Palestinians walk on a street during Eid al-Fitr, in Gaza City, March 20, 2026.

First Palestinian ICC filing against Hamas alleges war crimes, seeks arrests

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Israeli company wins space agency contract for next-generation satellite imaging

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Finland hosts large Israeli defense delegation for two-day seminar

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Israel Aerospace Industries to merge with Green Pine radar developer Elta Systems

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The F-35 "Adir" fighter jet.

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Trump to hold 'National Jubilee of Prayer,' raising concerns about separation of church and state

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Trump seeks to establish 'Truth and Justice Commission' for victims of government 'weaponization'

REPORT
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Panama’s Jewish ambassador wants to bring Israel closer to Latin America

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Reichman University launches RiseApp to strengthen Jewish communities worldwide

“RiseApp aims to create a digital home that strengthens connection, reliable information, and resilience within Jewish communities worldwide.”

Israel names IAI CEO Boaz Levy chairman in first for state-owned defense company

Defense Minister Israel Katz and Minister in charge of the Government Companies Authority Dudi Amsalem signed the official appointment letter on May 13.

Pro-Iran hackers claim cyberattack on Spotify, cite ‘revenge’ for Khamenei's killing

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Haifa Port opens new cruise terminal as Israel’s tourism sector eyes recovery

Suspected oil spill seen on satellite images near Iran's Kharg Island export hub, Iran denies

The cause of the oil spill, which appears to cover the waters west of the 8-kilometer island, is still unknown.

Japan wildfires burn for fifth day, forcing mass evacuations in Otsuchi

A satellite image shows likely oil spill covering dozens of square kilometers near Iran's Kharg Island, May 6, 2026.

Breathing life into buildings: Israelis develop better ways to prevent indoor air pollution

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FEATURE

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Since the truce with Iran, Israelis have been navigating a reality defined less by what is known and more by what is unknown.

WhatsApp co-founder gives Shaare Zedek $200m in record Israeli hospital donation

'Coping, in this sense, is not about ignoring the fog or pretending it isn’t there,' says the writer.

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CDC classifies hantavirus outbreak to 'level 3' of emergency activation

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US President Donald Trump talks to members of the media while holding up renderings of the planned White House ballroom, aboard Air Force One en route to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, March 29, 2026.

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