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'My health is excellent,' Netanyahu stresses in defamation lawsuit testimony

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 14 May 2026 13:59:47 GMT

Prime minister’s testimony against Gonen Ben Itzhak, Uri Misgav and Ben Caspit cut short after roughly half an hour.

Israel cannot afford to rely solely on theoretical doctorates

BY EDUARD YAKUBOV AND IN COLLBORATIONS WITH HIT — Thu, 14 May 2026 13:34:53 GMT

In an era driven by technology, artificial intelligence, and rapid innovation, Israel’s higher education system must expand beyond the traditional research PhD model.

Greek-Israeli relations are 'flourishing,' Israel's deputy foreign minister tells 'Post'

BY MATHILDA HELLER — Thu, 14 May 2026 13:12:02 GMT

Deputy Minister Sharren Haskel served as a keynote speaker at the Maritime Med conference and the East Med Energy Transition Summit.

Mossad appointment case: A-G to submit classified material not presented at hearing

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 14 May 2026 12:49:33 GMT

The move follows a Wednesday hearing on the case against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's appointment of Gofman.

Israeli indicted for allegedly sending sensitive-site footage to foreign agent during Iran war

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Thu, 14 May 2026 12:21:28 GMT

27-year-old Tira resident Ahmad Daas is charged with contact with a foreign agent and four counts of passing information to the enemy with intent to harm state security.

Three Israelis wounded by explosive Hezbollah drone in northern Israel, two in serious condition

BY TOBIAS SIEGAL — Thu, 14 May 2026 11:52:43 GMT

Three wounded civilians rushed to local hospital after explosive drone strikes parking lot in Rosh Hanikra • IDF: Incident constitutes 'blatant violation' of ceasefire in Lebanon

From the depths of the water to the heights of Mount Herzl

BY IRENE NURITH COHN AND IN COLLABORATION WITH ZAKA — Thu, 14 May 2026 11:30:19 GMT

My journey as a woman into the hearts of ZAKA

Whatever happens at the Eurovision final, Israelis feel that Noam Bettan has already won

BY HANNAH BROWN — Thu, 14 May 2026 10:55:59 GMT

Bettan has spent the time between the first semifinal and the final enjoying Vienna with his backup dancers and rehearsing for his Saturday night performance.

Jerusalem: The Story That Connects the Jewish People

BY EDNA WEINSTOCK-GABAY AND IN COLLABORATION WITH KEREN HAYESOD — Thu, 14 May 2026 10:38:56 GMT

"One people, connected by a common story, a shared future, and a home that belongs to us all."

US diplomat urges embassy moves to Jerusalem ahead of Jerusalem Day

BY ANNA BARSKY — Thu, 14 May 2026 09:43:25 GMT

The event, which took place near the Old City walls, drew approximately 30 senior diplomats from 15 countries.

Police solve attempted assassination of Arraba mayor, indictment expected against relative

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 14 May 2026 08:12:54 GMT

The March shooting left Mayor Nassar seriously wounded and Dr. Anwar Yassin, head of the local popular committee, moderately wounded.

Netanyahu, Kisch, Smotrich allocate over NIS 1b., outline AI education plan for summer schools

BY AVIHAI CHIIM AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 14 May 2026 06:01:34 GMT

The plan covers summer school programs intended to address the academic and emotional toll of Operation Roaring Lion which led to widespread, extended school closures nationwide.

IDF soldier sentenced to month in prison for wearing 'Messiah' patch during IDF chief's visit

BY TZVI JASPER — Thu, 14 May 2026 00:20:59 GMT

Zamir had been touring the West Bank when he encountered several soldiers who were behaving inappropriately and failing to follow military discipline.

'Beginning of end of worst gov't in history': Opposition heads react to Knesset dissolution bill

BY AVI SOLOMON AND JAMES GENN — Wed, 13 May 2026 23:41:45 GMT

"This is the beginning of the end of the worst government in Israeli history, and the sooner the better," says Benny Gantz.

Coalition submits bill to dissolve Knesset, vote expected next week

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:39:20 GMT

The remarks came on Tuesday, as Bennett outlined his plans for the country if elected, alongside opposition leader Yair Lapid, at the first major campaign event of their newly merged Together party.

Herzog warns Israel’s greatest internal threat is growing division at ‘Time to Talk’ conference

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:33:37 GMT

“They want to hear us, and they want to know they have our backing,” he said.

Bennett calls to dissolve Knesset, form constitution at kick-off party event with Lapid

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 13 May 2026 21:32:14 GMT

The remarks came on Tuesday, as Bennett outlined his plans for the country if elected, alongside opposition leader Yair Lapid, at the first major campaign event of their newly merged Together party.

‘The threat is manageable’: IDF downplays Hezbollah drone campaign

BY HERB KEINON — Wed, 13 May 2026 21:05:16 GMT

The deputy commander of the Sabar Battalion said he believes the drone threat is being “exaggerated beyond proportion, mainly by those back at home trying to understand what is happening.”

Israeli woman killed, several Israelis injured in Panama highway crash

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:59:21 GMT

An Israeli tourist was killed in a Panama crash near La Chorrera; ZAKA says efforts are underway to return the body and wounded Israelis to Israel.

Heritage Minister taps INEXTG CEO Esther Shreiber for next IAA director, first woman in role

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:51:14 GMT

Her appointment will soon be submitted for approval by the IAA’s council and the government.

'Door to Gaza's future is still closed despite ceasefire,' BoP chief said after meeting Netanyahu

BY IDAN KWELLER — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:48:50 GMT

"This is not what was promised to the Palestinians, and it is not what they deserve," Mladenov said. "Furthermore, this does not provide Israel with the security it needs to move forward."

Netanyahu met with UAE president at start of Operation Roaring Lion, PMO announces

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF AND AMICHAI STEIN AND GOLDIE KATZ AND MAARIV — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:12:48 GMT

Later on Wednesday, the UAE’s Foreign Ministry released a statement denying that any visit from Netanyahu or any Israeli military officials took place.

MK Simcha Rothman rushes bill to split A-G position as Knesset dissolution looms - report

BY TZVI JASPER — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:22:16 GMT

On Tuesday, Rabbi Dov Lando, the spiritual leader of the haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Degel Hatorah faction, gave a green light to work toward dissolving the Knesset “as soon as possible.”

Herzog urges negotiations toward plea deal in Netanyahu criminal trial

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:33:18 GMT

President Isaac Herzog called for dialogue and possible negotiations toward resolving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s criminal trial amid rising political tensions ahead of elections.

Can Naftali Bennett win Israel without belonging to anyone? - analysis

BY ZVIKA KLEIN — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:30:53 GMT

Bennett has never built a home. Bayit Yehudi was a vehicle. Yamina was a vehicle. Bennett 2026 was a vehicle. Together, his new merger with Lapid, is a vehicle.

IDF preparing plan to return to Gaza fighting, depending on Iran ceasefire deal

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:25:40 GMT

A security source told Walla that signing a last-minute agreement with the Ayatollahs' regime could bring Israel closer to resuming fighting against Hamas in Gaza.

Beersheba man gets five years for sexual offenses against minors, threatening girls on WhatsApp

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:08:52 GMT

Tzur admitted to joining various WhatsApp groups, some of which included minors, located girls’ phone numbers through the groups,, and contacted them through WhatsApp messages.

IDF testing counter-drone technologies ahead of security meeting on rising drone threat

BY AMIR BOHBOT AND IDAN KWELLER — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:50:33 GMT

A security source reported that efforts are underway around the clock to develop solutions to be presented to Defense Minister Israel Katz.

High Court cancels Karhi’s removal of KAN search chairwoman, orders appointment process to advance

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:38:44 GMT

Justices say minister lacked basis to remove retired judge Nechama Munitz, whose committee is central to filling vacancies on public broadcaster’s council.

Global parliamentarians commit to recognizing Jerusalem's sovereignty during Knesset conference

BY MATHILDA HELLER — Wed, 13 May 2026 16:23:43 GMT

"Today, the truth itself is under attack. Standing with Jerusalem right now is not merely a political gesture. It is a profound moral choice," he said.