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Hapoel Tel Aviv heads to Euroleague quarterfinals

Hapoel Tel Aviv advances to the Euroleague quarterfinals despite a tough loss to Monaco, while Maccabi Tel Aviv now shifts focus to the Israeli league. Hapoel Jerusalem returns to action with a win.

HAPOEL TEL AVIV players celebrate after securing a Euroleague playoff berth despite a regular-season finale loss to Monaco. The Reds face Real Madrid in a best-of-five series.

'I feel invisible’: Families of slain hostages warn Knesset panel they lack gov't support

Family members of slain hostages spoke of the lack of government support and emotional struggle at Knesset panel. April 19, 2026.

‘Whether people like Israel or not’: What six words in a Trump post reveal - analysis

US President Donald Trump speaks about research into mental health treatments in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., April 18, 2026.

New petition asks High Court to freeze Gofman appointment as Mossad chief

Mossad Director Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman attends a ceremony marking the lighting of the first Hanukkah candle of the 7th Armored Brigade at the National Library in Jerusalem, on December 14, 2025.

From Erez to Jabalya: A look inside of the IDF's new Gaza security zone

The new security zone is not just a plan on paper; it is already a reality of concrete, positions, tunnel detection and destruction, cameras, and coffee for reserve soldiers.

APRIL 18, 2026ByAMIR BOHBOT

The Israeli army near the border fence with Gaza, southern Israel. February 09, 2026.

Small nations, strong ties: Fiji’s ambassador talks faith, friendship, and Israel - interview

In an interview with the Magazine, Ambassador Jesoni Vitusagavulu explained the strategic - as well as spiritual - reasons behind Fiji’s support for Israel.

APRIL 18, 2026ByMICHAEL FREUND

FIJI’S FIRST resident ambassador to Israel: Jesoni Vitusagavulu (L) presents his credentials to President Isaac Herzog, Feb. 3.

Grapevine: Crown jewels

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

APRIL 18, 2026ByGREER FAY CASHMAN

Knife attack foiled: IDF kills terrorist in Hebron hills while seizing millions in border drugs

The IDF said soldiers have been dispatched and are conducting additional scans in the area, with no casualties reported following the incident.

APRIL 18, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

IDF soldiers operating in the West Bank, April 12, 2026.

KAN celebrates 90 years with top Israeli dramas and comedies to watch

TV Time: Celebrate KAN's 90th anniversary with top Israeli series like ‘Tehran,’ ‘Ambivalence,’ and more. Stream the best dramas and comedies available now on their website.

APRIL 18, 2026ByHANNAH BROWN

NIV SULTAN as a Mossad agent in ‘Tehran.’

Smotrich appoints Israel Malachi as new Director General of Finance Ministry

Israel Malachi, who served as the ministry’s Deputy Director General for the past three and a half years, will take over from outgoing Director General Ilan Rom.

APRIL 18, 2026ByGOLDIE KATZ

Incoming Director General of the Finance Ministry, Israel Malachi, who was appointed by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

Israelis suffer negative effects on health-related behavior due to Iran war - study

A Hebrew University study found that during the war, Israelis struggled with increased consumption of ultra-processed foods and a decrease in sleep and physical activity.

APRIL 18, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israelis take cover around a small, overcrowded bomb shelter in a public park as sirens sound during Iranian missile attacks on April 6, 2026 in Hod Hasharon, central Israel.

IDF officers in southern Lebanon claim they were not informed of ceasefire deal - N12

A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was announced by US President Donald Trump on Thursday and began at midnight (Israel time) on the night between Thursday and Friday.

APRIL 18, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF