Jerusalem Highlights: May 15-21
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The Rubble Doctrine: Inside Israel's new security policy in southern Lebanon
IDF Chief of Staff Zamir visited UAE during Op. Roaring Lion, sources confirm
Grapevine, May 15, 2026: Ah, Jerusalem
Noam Bettan shines in Eurovision rehearsal as Israel faces antisemitism campaign
Bettan performed inside a rotating structure with dancer Lihi Freud, and the staging creates a dynamic visual effect using mirrors and poses.
IDF uses robots to advance beyond Lebanon’s Litani River, FPV drones continue challenging military
The IDF said that over three days of fighting, it had killed around 15 Hezbollah fighters in the operation, which, combined with earlier operations, added up to around 70 total.
Proposed Law of Return amendment sparks debate over conversion standards in Israel
Religious coalition lawmakers frame the bill as a return to halachic conversion standards, while opponents say it would hand the religious establishment greater control over Jewish identity
High Court seeks further materials before ruling on Gofman Mossad appointment
The High Court heard petitions against Netanyahu's decision to appoint Roman Gofman as Mossad chief, with concerns over integrity and past actions.
Oct. 7 sexual violence was patterned, documented, prosecutable, new report argues
Civil Commission says Hamas and its collaborators weaponized bodies, families, and digital platforms during massacre and captivity.
Israel bars YouTuber Tyler Oliveira over alleged antisemitic content
Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said Oliveira came to Israel with the “aim of spreading hatred” after the YouTuber faced backlash over videos about Orthodox Jewish communities.
