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The warnings followed remarks made by Religious Zionist Party chairman and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who referred to Amit as a 'violent, predatory megalomaniac who steals Israeli democracy.'

Revealing the new notes on Monday, Sharaa said, the new currency marks "the end of a previous, unlamented phase and the beginning of a new phase that the Syrian people aspire to."

The reform package includes higher electricity and water tariffs, with an exception for citizens’ first homes, which will continue to receive subsidized rates up to a specified limit.

Overlooking an industry that is already active, thriving, and globally competitive represents a significant missed opportunity, not only for Israel’s economy but also for the global gaming ecosystem.

After months of speculation and deliberation, the all-time leading scorer of the Israel national team confirmed that he will not return to the pitch.

Philanthropist Vitali Fishman on why true craftsmanship is becoming rare

Leket Israel CEO Gidi Kroch addresses the rising cost of food waste, his solution, and the community that emerged around it. “We provide an economic solution to food loss”

The global Jewish response to antisemitism historically rested on a fragile equilibrium, on the assumption that antisemitism would remain largely local. That assumption collapsed after October 7.

Our determination to dig in our heels is what stands between us and an inclusive future for people with disabilities, says Monik Konfino, CEO of the Shalem Foundation.

Shopkeepers, students, and Iranians from all segments of society have taken to the streets as Iran’s rial has lost nearly half its value against the dollar in 2025.

Taiwan is investing nearly $40 billion to build 1,600 unmanned attack vessels as China ramps up military pressure around the island

Overall, the 24 organizations on this list account for 99% of the total aid volume, according to Israel, though it has not yet named them. 

Kahn was widely regarded as a pillar of Israeli hi-tech and philanthropy, channeling his wealth into science education, medical research, and ocean conservation.

Hamas offered to give Mustafa's son 1,500 shekels if he agreed to work for them, either in the police force or by engaging in Hamas's activities.

With 2025 coming to a close, many of Israel's issues remain unresolved. It’s worth examining 2026's challenges one at a time and assessing the hurdles Israel still faces.

Perez said the pressure on Zionism did not begin with the current war, pointing to decades of delegitimization efforts and moments he described as turning points in international forums.

Disarmament would "spare Lebanon an Israeli strike" that would "deepen the gap" between Hezbollah and the Lebanese people, an Asharq Al-Awsat report noted.

A former Assad brigadier-general for the elite Quwwat al-Nimr unit, Suheil al-Hassan, is among those allegedly implicated in the recording.

The well-known medical organization is one of several dozen NGOs prohibited from operating in Gaza and the West Bank since January 1.

Italy’s Hamas funding scandal reveals how political protection, propaganda, and willful blindness enabled terror financing in the heart of Europe.

The annual event brought together visiting students involved in fundraising efforts with residents of the village, rehabilitation patients, staff, and volunteers.

Supreme Court Justice Yael Willner ordered that hearings in both cases be held by January 8, and instructed the parties to submit preliminary responses up to 24 hours beforehand.

Those set to be charged are Marad Hariri, 41, from Umm el-Fahm; Nabil Arian, 31, from Arara; Yosef Hadidja, 33, from Kalansuwa; Mohammed Akel, 37, from Arara; and Murtada Akel, 26, also from Arara.

Bulgaria is changing its currency from the lev to the euro, raising concerns over higher prices and political unrest.

The firefighters noticed an elderly man trapped in his vehicle after heavy rains flooded the road and used a flotation vest to aid in the extraction. 

Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist with a long track record of pro-Palestinian activism, has said he counts his father among his political inspirations.

Itzik and Talik Gvili traveled to Florida to meet with US President Donald Trump as part of the efforts to return their son's remains to Israel.

Institute honors leading figures and organizations for advancing academia, industry, innovation, and community impact

Last week, Israel became the first country to recognize the independence of Somaliland, angering international powers who bemoaned the move at the United Nations Security Council.

After allegations over an attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin's residence were disputed by the US, other Western countries, Russia promised to provide proof of the attempt.

A group exhibition examines ghosts, repression, and collective memory through contemporary artistic practice

Genesia has publicly alleged she was humiliated during her employment, including claims that Netanyahu insulted her intelligence and shouted at her over laundry, allegations Netanyahu denied.

A shutdown of Aden airport was ordered by the transportation minister in the separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC) that runs southern Yemen, a Saudi source told Reuters on Thursday.

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

Will Netanyahu leverage this deal to force Egypt to honor its peace commitments, or will he allow the deal to shield Egypt from accountability?

Petitions argue that the law conflicts with existing legislation, enacted without a professional or educational review process.

Assad's base was one of the few places the US remained, until Iran targeted the base with ballistic missiles in 2020 in response to the US killing Soleimani.

"They say aspirin is good for thinning out the blood, and I don’t want thick blood pouring through my heart," Trump told the WSJ in an interview published on Thursday.

During his mayoral time, Adams did extensive work to improve relations with the Jewish community and to combat Jew hatred, especially through his creation of the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism.

Also on Thursday, soldiers of the IDF's Brigade 636 killed a terrorist who threw stones at them near the village of Luban al-Sharqiyya in the West Bank during an overnight ambush.

The brand’s new Open Ear headphones, soundcore, offer a comfortable and ideal experience for workouts and travel.

Many people choose to take vitamin C capsules דווקא in winter. But is it actually effective? The answer will surprise you.

Does rainy weather make you want to eat something comforting? Here is a list of foods that are not only tasty, but are scientifically proven to support improved concentration and memory. Enjoy.

Alidoosti was not arrested for violence, incitement, or organizing. Her offense was ethical clarity, a refusal to remain silent as women and protesters were beaten, imprisoned, and killed.

Shifting dynamics, alongside the redrawn boundaries within Gaza, are compelling the group toward a recalibration of its role in the Palestinian order.

El Iron Beam en servicio marca un cambio en la doctrina de defensa aérea de Israel, ofreciendo intercepciones de bajo costo que podrían alterar el equilibrio militar y la posición de Israel.

La iniciativa de 15 millones de NIS ($4.69 millones) tiene como objetivo apoyar el emprendimiento tecnológico y conectar a los emprendedores aspirantes con empresas de alta tecnología.

"I produced the party. I brought a ton of people to that place, I begged people to come," said Bohbot, detailing the guilt he carries for inviting people to what turned into a massacre.

Tens of thousands are protesting across Iran, but history suggests caution. The key question is how outside support can help without doing harm.

Human rights groups have claimed that several demonstrators were killed when authorities used live fire to disperse protests.

The sketch mocked the contentious relationship between the two, where the prime minister is often subservient to the president but pretends not to be.

Twelve individuals were evacuated to nearby hospitals to receive treatment for burns and injuries sustained from falling debris, Magen David Adom announced.

His extensive leadership at some of the largest Jewish communal organizations in the United States defined his broader legacy.

Initial investigation into the incident indicated that the 22-year-old woman mistakenly ended up in Jericho while intending to travel to a different destination. 

In 2025, online shopping went from a convenience to a daily behaviour in Israelis' daily life. According to Wolt's survey, 78% of the population shopped online throughout the year.

Four of them live in Colorado: snowshoe hares, white-tailed ptarmigan, short-tailed weasels and long-tailed weasels.

Detectives from the New Castle County Police Criminal Investigations Unit are investigating, and an autopsy will take place at the Delaware Division of Forensic Science, police said.

Yoel Alter, who is suspected of holding a senior rank in the cult, was arrested for charges of organized crime and human trafficking in Guatemala in January at the request of Mexican authorities

Israeli-American Michael Kadar was arrested in 2017 after sending a series of bomb threats to Jewish community centers and institutions in multiple countries.

The rise of fractures inside both parties over Israel and the growing visibility of antisemitism have turned races that might once have seemed parochial into national bellwethers.

A natural phenomenon that typically occurs once or twice a year, a king tide is the highest predicted tide of the year at coastal locations and brings unusually high water levels to these regions.

Much of Iran's largely secular middle class has been squeezed to the wall by the cost of living, and “no military or police force can halt a tide of hungry and thirsty citizens.”

The IDF determined that Serlin, who passed away in March, would be counted among fatalities from training accidents and not a death from illness.

Under the proposal, discharged soldiers and reservists who took their own lives as a result of combat stress or other psychological harm incurred during service would be eligible for military burial.

Mamdani was a trailblazing candidate and is expected by many in his city of 8 million - some with hope, some with trepidation - to be a disruptive mayor.

Israel’s defense sector has quietly become the country’s most powerful diplomatic asset, its de facto insurance policy in an increasingly unstable world

The legal battles facing Tim Mynett have reignited questions regarding the alignment of his business ventures with the strict Islamic values Congresswoman Omar champions.

Swiss officials determined the event was not an attack, saying the explosion was caused by a fire and was not intentional.

The 2004 Agreement specifies the quantities of specific Israeli agricultural products that may be imported into the US duty-free, including various dairy products and peanuts. 

The family includes father Trevor, mother Dalit, and daughter Ashira. Their son, Levi Zaks, immigrated earlier and has joined the IDF, according to the ministry.

The 85-year-old survivor's home in Jaffa had been broken into the previous week, and several items were stolen. During the theft, the woman's dog, Charlie, went missing.

Happy comebacks, decadent landings: Israel’s tasty news.

The Nasdaq:$GMGI executive explains how regulation, owned technology, and values-driven leadership are reshaping global gaming from the ground up

Professor Faruk Kaya said the dating of the ceramics found broadly aligns with traditional estimates for the era associated with Noah.

Sa’ar recently underwent special treatment in the US, but his condition deteriorated, prompting senior members of the intelligence community to visit him over the past week.

En India, arqueólogos han hecho un descubrimiento que ayudará a los historiadores a comprender mejor las antiguas redes comerciales del país, confirmando la presencia de un gran laberinto de piedra.

The series honors the hobby of stamp collecting, showcasing its aspects and aiming to bring both young and veteran collectors closer to a pastime that was once a way of life.

Gal Harari de MAFAT se sentó con The Jerusalem Post para una extensa entrevista sobre el trabajo de MAFAT y cómo la tecnología ha evolucionado en los 20 años desde que se unió a la organización.

efrigerators open, baskets open, homes open: “New on the Shelf” tasters were surprised.

Dreame is set to enter the smartphone market with its first device, the Dreame E1, featuring an AMOLED display, a 108MP camera, and a 5,000mAh battery, expanding beyond smart home products.

Treats, cuddling, bottles: “New on the Shelf” tasters enjoyed.