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Israeli businessman 'King of Slot Machines' Tony Bargig murdered in Prague

BY TZVI JASPER — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:39:15 GMT

Bargig, 54, had been living and working in Prague for several years, Ynet reported, and had owned several gambling businesses.

Ex-top Mossad official: Barnea led agency to unprecedented operational reach - interview

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:07:09 GMT

Former senior Mossad official Ilan Rom says Barnea’s leadership expanded the agency’s capabilities, allowing dozens of operations at once and boosting Israel’s regional influence.

IDF, Shin Bet kill several Hamas General Security Apparatus officials in Gaza

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND REUTERS — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:04:31 GMT

The General Security Apparatus' responsibilities include maintaining communication and coordination between Hamas leaders, protecting them, and escorting them to emergency facilities.

Protesters' attack on Supreme Court vice president 'crosses red line,' Isaac Amit says

BY GILAD MORAG — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:45:59 GMT

“This crosses a red line, behavior far beyond the bounds of legitimate protest, and is an attempt to undermine the sense of security of judicial officeholders and their families," Amit wrote.

Lapid promises marriage equality within first 100 days of new gov. at Jerusalem Pride Parade

BY TZVI JASPER — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:23:27 GMT

As the parade began, several people held signs protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza and treatment of Palestinians, with some reading "No pride in genocide" and "No pride in apartheid."

Netanyahu appoints Guy Markizeno as military secretary after Mossad reshuffle

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:06:53 GMT

Markizeno currently serves as Defense Minister Israel Katz’s military secretary.

Israel beats Albania in tense friendly after booing of Hatikvah

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:26:26 GMT

“Throughout the three years of the war, I’ve become used to boos," said midfielder Eliel Peretz. "It’s unpleasant and disrespectful. But in the end, we’re professionals."

Four minors face murder charges in killing of Destao Tzakul, indictment expected soon

BY RAMI SHANI — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:23:26 GMT

19-year-old Destao Tzakul was killed just a week before he was scheduled to enlist in the Golani Brigade.

Maccabi Tel Aviv, Holon set up semifinal duel

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:12:58 GMT

Hoard scored 19 points, Sorkin added 18 points, and Marcio Santos scored 13 points in the victory, while Marquis Barnett scored 26 points and LJ Figueroa put in 22 points in the loss.

Military 'shoulder to shoulder' with northern leaders, IDF chief Zamir says at joint assessment

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:15:04 GMT

Zamir emphasized that the IDF maintains a "multi-front state of readiness," prepared for threats from across the region while retaining a primary focus on the Israel-Lebanon border.

Bennett pitches educational reform ahead of election, standardized curriculum

BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:53:01 GMT

Under the “From Tribes to People” proposal, all students would study a common curriculum that includes Hebrew, English, mathematics, civics, Torah, and Jewish and Zionist traditions.

In first, woman completes IDF Sayeret Matkal course, set to join operational service

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:40:13 GMT

The IDF announces its first female soldier to complete the elite Sayeret Matkal course, marking a historic milestone in Israel’s special forces as she prepares for future operations.

Knesset passes first reading of controversial bill to split attorney-general's role - explainer

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:25:28 GMT

Supporters say the bill restores power to elected officials; critics say it would weaken the state’s central legal gatekeeper.

David Barnea's Mossad revolution: How the spy agency became a war-fighting juggernaut - exclusive

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:59:33 GMT

After decades in the agency, and five years at its top, including some of the most crucial in Israel's history, Barnea also has some critical viewpoints which Israel and the world can learn from.

Supreme Court rules Israel’s ban on Red Cross visits to detainees unlawful

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:44:55 GMT

Israel’s High Court ruled the state’s blanket ban on Red Cross visits to security prisoners unlawful, citing lack of legal basis, decades of precedent, and violations of detainee rights.

Jerusalem's 24th March for Pride and Tolerance begins with new route toward Knesset

BY AVIHAI CHIIM — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:19:02 GMT

The 24th Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance kicked off with a new route toward the Knesset, highlighting calls for equal rights, legislative change, and inclusion for Israel’s LGBTQ+ community.

Hezbollah drone struck IDF Northern Commander Rafi Milo's car in recent Lebanon visit

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:17:32 GMT

Had Milo been harmed, let alone killed, it would have been viewed as a strategic victory for Hezbollah, since he would have been the highest-ranked Israeli commander killed during the war.

Netanyahu loses support in northern Israel as voters demand tougher stance on Lebanon

BY REUTERS — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:43:31 GMT

The May poll by Agam Labs at Israel's Hebrew University showed residents in the north abandoning Netanyahu's Likud more quickly than voters elsewhere and faulting him harshly over the war in Lebanon.

Car bombing in broad daylight: Woman killed in suspected assassination on Ayalon Highway

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:59:28 GMT

Police confirmed the incident was criminal in nature and have opened an investigation into the matter.

US mediates unprecedented Israel-Lebanon deal, introduces exclusive zones - analysis

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:12:58 GMT

The key parts of the deal are the ceasefire, the creation of “pilot zones” for the Lebanese army to take control, and also movement toward a comprehensive deal.

Hamas uses teens, disabled civilians for border reconaissance as IDF prepares for new Gaza ops.

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:50:22 GMT

Hamas has been exploiting Gazans in order to gather information on troop activities, response times, and blind spots for infiltration and attacks.

Hapoel Tel Aviv evens basketball quarterfinals, Hapoel Jerusalem reaches semifinals

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:20:15 GMT

Vasilije Micic and Oz Blayzer lead Hapoel Tel Aviv past Maccabi Rishon 95-69, forcing a decisive third game, while Hapoel Jerusalem sweeps Hapoel HaEmek to reach the semifinals.

Rabbi warns proposed Kotel bill could criminalize egalitarian prayer

BY JTA/ RABBI ROBYN FRYER BODZIN — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:32:17 GMT

Thirteen years ago, on the morning of Rosh Chodesh Adar, Rabbi Elyse Goldstein was detained at the Kotel after joining a group praying with Women of the Wall in the women’s section.

Defense Ministry sees progress in battle against Hezbollah's fiber-optic drones

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:44:30 GMT

Some anti-drone systems have already been deployed as Israel seeks solutions to Hezbollah's fiber-optic drone threat.

IDF raids Hezbollah weapon storage site, booby-trapped explosive facility

BY TZVI JASPER — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:36:45 GMT

Over the course of the operation, the IDF used six tons of explosives to destroy over 20 terrorist sites in the area.

Israel, Lebanon agree to ceasefire on condition of end to Hezbollah fire, US State Department says

BY IDAN KWELLER AND REUTERS AND TZVI JASPER — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:10:13 GMT

It was further stated that “under US guidance, the two sides agreed to move quickly toward establishing pilot zones in which the Lebanese army will have exclusive control over the area."

Human bones discovered in Kibbutz Kfar Aza neighborhood devastated in October 7 massacre

BY RAMI SHANI — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:41:45 GMT

The report noted that Nirel Zini, who was murdered during the attack, was decapitated by terrorists, and his head has not been found to this day.

Netanyahu slams violent ultra-Orthodox riot at Supreme Court Justice Sohlberg’s home

BY SARAH BEN-NUN AND SHOSHANA BAKER — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:16:25 GMT

Rioters reportedly caused significant property damage and attempted to break into Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg's home.

'Government will not be run like mafia,' says Bennett as opposition reacts to comptroller election

BY KESHET NEEV AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:05:18 GMT

The opposition warned, after the highly controversial vote took place in the Knesset plenum, that the election was illegal, while many petitions were also filed with the High Court of Justice.

Haredi daycare subsidies risk fueling enlistment backlash, political firestorms - analysis

BY HERB KEINON — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:34:07 GMT

The haredi parties may garner enough support from Netanyahu and the Likud to pass their childcare subsidy bill. But it may prove a hollow victory.