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Open full roundup →Netanyahu keeps putting himself before Israel, proving he is unfit to lead - opinion
Netanyahu could have led Israel through a process of healing and accountability. Instead, he continues to treat his own political survival as the country's greatest priority
☣️🇮🇷🇺🇳 The UN nuclear watchdog warns of “serious proliferation concerns” as Iran blocks inspectors from accessing nuclear facilities and fails to account for its enriched uraniu…
☣️🇮🇷🇺🇳 The UN nuclear watchdog warns of “serious proliferation concerns” as Iran blocks inspectors from accessing nuclear facilities and fails to account for its enriched uranium stockpile. According to a confidential IAEA report obtained by…
Not Just a Model and Actress: Moran Atias's New Profession
The international actress shared in a post on her Instagram account that she decided to set herself a deadline for a project she had been working on for many years, and declared: "This script is…
"I Want to Be Lebanon's Ambassador to Israel": Senior Lebanese Official Stuns the Studio
Charles Jabbour, a senior official in the Christian "Lebanese Forces" party, gave an interview on Lebanese television and expressed a desire to serve as Lebanon's ambassador to Israel. Jabbour, who sharply criticizes Hezbollah, claimed he…
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein:
Baghdad has not implemented U.S. demands to pressure its border crossings with Iran and impose a blockade. "We are in discussion with them. Until now we did not implement it." Hussein ties the plan to…
Can Eisenkot Lead the Government — Numerologist's Prediction
Gadi Eisenkot was born on May 19, 1960 in Tiberias and grew up in Eilat. He served in the IDF for about 40 years, passed through virtually all levels of combat command, became the 21st…
8,000 shekels per pack: The new hope for schizophrenia patients is out of their reach
A drug with a new mechanism of action offers an additional treatment option for those coping with the disease, but its price leaves many waiting for its inclusion in the health basket. Mother of a…
To move or not to move to Israel, that is the question for UK Jews
’One day’ was always my answer. But the thought of my future children makes that day feel ever closer
The Red Flags of the Torah
Limiting the number of students and supervising their count, transferring the keys to the IDF, genuine and necessary national service, and a solution to the problem of educational autonomy | While trying to square the…
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Daily Tanya: Tanya Yomi: 3 Kislev
What if the thing holding you back is something you are completely unaware of? A story from the Tanya describes a teacher asked to help someone who had made a serious mistake. To truly help,…
The Voice and the Hands: What was signed on the Mount of Olives
On 24 Cheshvan 5787, sixty people signed a scroll in Jerusalem. They now have a morning after, and the work has already begun
Balancing intention and action in the Jewish service landscape
For most of my career as a Jewish educator, I’ve been fascinated by a deceptively simple question: How do Jewish values become Jewish lives? We spend enormous energy teaching ideas, studying texts and articulating principles,…
Conversion Storm: Attack on High Court Following Precedent-Setting Ruling
The High Court of Justice ruling recognizing private conversion court "Ahavat HaGer" for the Law of Return sparks sharp reactions • Chief Rabbinate Council member demands emergency meeting and warns of harm to national unity…
Arkia Employees Try to Block the Deal: Will Attempt to Bring a New Investor Within Three Days
After the Nakash brothers signed a deal to sell control of Arkia, the workers' corporation is trying to locate investors who will submit a competing offer. The goal: to secure the employees' holdings and their…
❄️ WINTER PREPARATIONS IN GAZA: The IDF and COGAT continue coordinating humanitarian efforts alongside the Board of Peace, the UN, international organizations & donor countr…
❄️ WINTER PREPARATIONS IN GAZA: The IDF and COGAT continue coordinating humanitarian efforts alongside the Board of Peace, the UN, international organizations & donor countries. Since winter preparations began: • 93,000+ tents and 8,600+ trucks…
IDF: Humanitarian efforts and winter preparations in the Gaza Strip continue: Entry of winter supplies, strengthening medical services and sanitation infrastructure
The IDF and COGAT continue to proactively coordinate the humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip, in coordination with the Board of Peace and in cooperation with the UN, international organizations, and donor countries. Since the…
The commander of the US Navy’s 5th Fleet, the naval component in the US Central Command, completed a visit to Israel this week.
During the visit, 5th Fleet commander Vice Adm. Curt Renshaw met with Israeli Navy chief Vice Adm. Eyal Harel and other top naval officers, the Israeli
Parashat Toldot: Weekly News Summary
The left-Arab bloc begins appointments in the Knesset, the head of the Al-Batuf council was arrested in a protection racket case, and Bibi in a speech against the Arab parties.
Dr. Benjamin Chavis: MLK would have wanted a strong Israel
Welcome to The Times of Israel's Lazar Focus. Each Friday, join host and diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman for a deep dive into what's behind the news that spins the globe. The African-American and Jewish communities…
The Agency Sold You a Feeling. Ask for the Log.
Most agencies sell you a dream wrapped in complexity. They promise viral reach, domain authority, and consistent engagement across every platform. Then they hand you a six-month contract, no guarantees, and a monthly bill that…
Iran Races to Rebuild Missile Arsenal as Trump Signals US Unlikely to Resume Strikes
Iranian missiles are displayed next to a banner with a picture of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, Sept. 27, 2026. Photo: Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS…
Arkia Changes Hands
The Israeli airline Arkia is about to change owners. The brothers Rafi, Joe, and Avi Nakash announced they have signed an agreement with four Israeli businessmen who will invest several tens of millions of dollars…
Jewish employees of NYC Health Department sue for discrimination
A version of this piece first ran as part of the New York Jewish Week’s daily newsletter, rounding up the latest on politics, culture, food and what’s new with Jews in the city. Sign up…
Call Your Mother bagel shop, JCC were refuge during deadly DC shooting
As a deadly shooting unfolded Thursday in Washington, D.C., people fleeing the scene in the Logan Circle neighborhood took refuge in a bagel shop and a local Jewish Community Center. The shooting took place at…
“We Have a Mission”: Back to the Battlefield
In this episode of ‘IDF Mission Brief’, LTC A., a Combat Operations Officer in the 10th Brigade, shares his experience on October 7, when he rapidly mobilized his brigade to defend the communities surrounding Gaza.…
I rebuilt our Military in my First Term, and we’re doing it AGAIN, bigger and better than ever before! The Radical Democrat Majority in the…
I rebuilt our Military in my First Term, and we’re doing it AGAIN, bigger and better than ever before! The Radical Democrat Majority in the next Congress has already made it clear that their Number…
Israel Out Loud: the Israeli political debate show - Episode 6
In today’s show, Owen Alterman and Ariel Oseran will break down the divisive Netanyahu’s speech at the Knesset swearing-in and if Israel should have direct election of Prime Minister. The guest tonight is former Likud…
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Center has issued a warning confirming an attack on a vessel two days ago in the Arabian Gulf in which a vessel traveling ea…
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) Center has issued a warning confirming an attack on a vessel two days ago in the Arabian Gulf in which a vessel traveling eastbound was struck by an…
Israel's coalition game: Netanyahu, Eisenkot play political bluff - who will blink first?
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: Netanyahu talks unity, Liberman talks haredi compromise, and Eisenkot needs partners, but no coalition is real until someone says what they will give up
🚨🇮🇱 IDF forces arrested more than 55 wanted individuals, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad operatives, during counterterrorism operations across Judea and Samaria ov…
🚨🇮🇱 IDF forces arrested more than 55 wanted individuals, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad operatives, during counterterrorism operations across Judea and Samaria over the past week. According to the IDF, dozens of battalions and…
With a familiar athlete: Sana Sokol in a new relationship
The "Dancing with the Stars" dancer is at the beginning of a relationship with a businessman, former footballer and commentator on the sports channel, who courted her vigorously with a special delivery until he won…
Not Just a Romance: The Secret Route of Nvidia Chips to China
Documents revealed by Bloomberg show how servers with Nvidia chips reached China from Singapore despite U.S. export restrictions, with the affair centered on the romance conducted by Jensen Huang, the company's former CEO, with Alice…
Quantum Systems, a German drone maker supplying Ukraine, was hit by a cyberattack in late October.
A malicious file was sent through the company's update servers for ground control and planning systems. The German military grounded its Quantum drones briefly as a precaution.
"It Will Be Madness": Lapid with an Unusual Message to Allies
Yesh Atid party leader Yair Lapid places the formation of the next government above disagreements between opposition parties. He makes it clear that the path to power will require serious concessions from political partners. Speaking…
7 Buzz: The Irises in Jewish Power and Ben Gvir's Dance
The wedding of the settlement rabbi's son, a meeting in the Knesset corridor, the advisor who celebrated a birthday, the Haredi soldier who became an officer, the gathering at 770, and the political meeting in…
Israel’s Elbit Systems secures £200m rocket launcher deal with secret Nato member
The agreement reflects the growing European demand for Israeli long-range firepower, despite condemnation over the Gaza war
Unity After All: The Zionist Interest Above All
It's a cliché, it's already tiresome, but we have no choice but to form a unity government | Any partial government, relying either on the Haredim or on the Arab parties, risks abandoning the serving…
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Hayom Yom: Parashat Hashavua: Toldot
Think about a change you want to make. Are you driven by fear of what might go wrong, or by love for what could be? The deepest transformation comes from love. When we change out…
Religious Zionist rabbis step up opposition to mixed-gender IDF service
Religious Zionist rabbis seek to expand assistance for religious soldiers, formulate joint position in dealings with IDF on mixed-gender service
MK Simcha Rothman on Arab parties and Israel’s coalition crisis
Welcome to “Basic Law,” the JNS show hosted by Aylana Meisel, executive director of the Israel Law & Liberty Forum. This insightful series takes viewers inside the debates shaping Israel’s legal system and its role…
MK Posts Video and Gets Slammed Online for Her Attire: "Does This Look Respectful to You?"
MK Orit Farkash-Hacohen from the Yesh Atid party posted a video documenting her arrival at the Knesset in casual attire, with a sweater and a jacket tied around her waist. Internet users did not remain…
"A Very Unusual Figure": Israelis Storm Nvidia Stock
How did independent investors react to the fall in Nvidia stock? It appears that Israeli retail investors are more optimistic than some analysts covering Nvidia on Wall Street. "Our clients believe the stock will recover…
IDF: Strengthening the maritime partnership between Israel and the United States: Commander of the U.S. Fifth Fleet visits Israel
Commander of the United States Fifth Fleet, Vice Admiral Curt A. Renshaw, concluded his visit to Israel today as a guest of the Commander in Chief of the Israeli Navy, Vice Admiral Eyal Harel. During…
Defense Minister Israel Katz held an assessment today with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and other top military and security officials, saying that all decisions during…
Defense Minister Israel Katz held an assessment today with IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and other top military and security officials, saying that all decisions during the transitional period of coalition negotiations…
Indictment: Arab from East Jerusalem Rapes Young Woman in Tel Aviv
An indictment was filed against Adam Yassin, an Arab from East Jerusalem who entered a young woman's apartment in Tel Aviv and raped her. Yassin was already under a supervision order from the Israel Prison…
IDF strike on Hamas in hospital puts spotlight back on Gaza
Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic correspondent Lazar Berman joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode.…
Israeli-Owned Anita Ice Cream Shop Vows to Stay Open Despite Repeated Antisemitic Attacks in Barcelona
Graffiti bearing the antisemitic message “Zionists, get out of the neighborhood” is seen spray-painted across the facade of the Israeli-owned Anita ice cream shop in Barcelona’s Gràcia district. Photo: Screenshot An Israeli-owned ice cream shop…
Are the Air Conditioners at Military Bases Controlled by Iran?
Israeli military bases have recently faced an unusual cyberespionage alert involving air conditioners equipped with Wi-Fi modules. IDF soldiers have been ordered to immediately remove these modules, following suspicions of infiltration by hackers linked to…
Houston Astros hire former Team Israel manager Brad Ausmus as skipper
The Houston Astros hired Brad Ausmus as manager, the team announced Wednesday, making the former Team Israel skipper the lone active Jewish manager in Major League Baseball. This will be Ausmus’ third managerial stint in…
In a family divided over Israel, which side would Tevye choose?
Sixteen members of my family spent two terrifying years concealed in the attic of a peasant’s home in rural Poland during the Holocaust. Their lives depended on the extraordinary courage of the Polish couple and…
Will the Seditious Six ever be prosecuted? What they did was a great violation to our Country and its Constitution! President DONALD J.…
Will the Seditious Six ever be prosecuted? What they did was a great violation to our Country and its Constitution! President DONALD J. TRUMP
Microsoft outage hits users worldwide: What went wrong, why is cyberattack ruled out? - explainer
A massive Microsoft outage disrupted services worldwide, including in Israel. Experts explain the suspected server failure and why a cyberattack appears unlikely
🚨🇮🇷🇺🇸🇧🇭 Iran’s IRGC claims to have attacked a US early-warning radar in Bahrain, its first claimed strike on American military assets in the Gulf since September.
Iran says the attack was retaliation for an airstrike on a communications tower in southern Iran. Neither the US
The university that boycotted Israel and the professor who claimed: "There were no death camps"
Stefan Sander-Pass wrote in a blog under a pseudonym that the culture of Holocaust memory is "terror propaganda" • The rector: "Freedom of speech applies to all employees"
The story of a movement: How the Houthis build their power outside Yemen
A study by the Amit Institute reveals how the Houthis are expanding their activities in Africa, establishing weapons smuggling networks and strengthening ties with terrorist organizations. The concern: a new front that will threaten Israel…
The International Atomic Energy Agency has expressed mounting concern over its inability to verify the status or location of Iran's Isfahan Fuel Enrichment Plant. Inspectors rem…
The International Atomic Energy Agency has expressed mounting concern over its inability to verify the status or location of Iran's Isfahan Fuel Enrichment Plant. Inspectors remain barred from returning to facilities damaged during prior regional…
MK Criticized for Appearance: Your Belly Button Is Visible (VIDEO)
Knesset Member Orit Farkash-Hacohen from the Yashar party sparked a wave of criticism on social media after posting a video showing her arrival at parliament in casual clothing. In the clip, the parliamentarian appears in…
The lost compass and the decision awaiting Matan Kahana
Following the painful words of the bereaved mother Esti Yaniv, Rabbi Yaakov Yekir comes out against the possibility of forming a government with the support of Arab parties. He attacks the involvement of Kobi Richter…
From Beirut to Budapest, President Herzog’s leadership scheme forges unexpected connections
Hungarian capital hosts inaugural conference for attendees at forefront of community from across the world
The Attorney General Explains Failures, Just Not Her Own
It is ironic that specifically the Attorney General is the one who avoids appearing in court to defend the indictments against Netanyahu.
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Daily Tehillim: Parashat Hashavua: Toldot
The Hebrew name for this week's Torah portion is Toldot, meaning generations. It is easy to hear that word and think about the past, about inheritance, about things you simply receive. But the deeper wisdom…
Fifth Fleet commander to visit Israel
Strengthening maritime partnership between Israel and United States, Commander of the US Fifth Fleet visits Israel
Israel’s next cyber test: Trusting the services citizens rely on
An Iranian attack on French refrigeration systems prompted an Israeli warning. At Cyber Week in Tel Aviv, officials and responders examined how essential services can keep running, recover and give the public a reliable answer
Behind Eitan Mor's Shirt Lies a Hidden Message to Israeli Arabs
Hostage survivor Eitan Mor, in a special interview with 'Motzash Edition', expresses concern over the establishment of a government relying on Arab parties. He compared proud American citizens with their flag to Israeli Arabs and…
Five Things to Know Ahead of Stock Exchange Opening
Trading in Tel Aviv will open against a backdrop of global turmoil, led by the dramatic resignation of Nvidia's CEO, the heating up of negotiations for the mega-merger between Tesla and SpaceX, and Trump's signals…
The Israeli military says it successfully evacuated two illegal outposts in the West Bank over the past day, from which settlers carried out violent attacks on Palestinians.
Civil Administration soldiers and Border Police officers operated against outposts near the Palestinian
21 Months Imprisonment for Arab Offender Who Violated Administrative Order
The Hadera Magistrate's Court sentenced Baha Gaber, who has 6 prior convictions, in only the second case filed under the new law. The judge stated: "Even a minor violation could cost human lives."
Third Jewish-Owned Restaurant in Montreal Vandalized in One Week Amid String of Attacks
The remains of a kosher restaurant in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood are seen after a weekend fire caused extensive damage in an incident police are investigating as possible arson amid a wave of antisemitic attacks targeting…
All Options Rest on a Broken Promise
The political analysis by Amit Segal, a renowned Israeli commentator, highlights the extreme complexity of forming the next Israeli government after the October 27 elections. According to him, four main options are emerging, but all…
8 Days of Lite: 10 tips and recipes for making Hanukkah healthier
One of the miracles of Hanukkah is we get to fry everything like we’re at the Texas state fair but with traditional Jewish foods. But before you nosh on a latke-fried Oreo after you finish…
This 90-year-old Jewish performer and promoter is the Zelig of folk music
Harry Tuft was in a taxi with Judy Collins, who had her guitar with her. The cab driver looked back and asked if the two of them were folk singers. They replied in the affirmative.…
NOW THAT Nvidia CEO JENSEN HUANG, who has done a fantastic job, has resigned, there is only one man to take his place - TIM COOK of Apple.…
NOW THAT Nvidia CEO JENSEN HUANG, who has done a fantastic job, has resigned, there is only one man to take his place - TIM COOK of Apple. A Legend replaces a Legend! President DONALD…
The morphing terror threat: How AI, younger recruits, and evolving warfare are reshaping terrorism
TERRORISM AFFAIRS: From far-right-jihadist combos, to terrorists acting like militaries, to AI, terrorism has never been harder to defend against, ICT’s new counterterrorism head tells 'Post.'
Last week's antisemitic "Boycott Ride" in Philadelphia backfired miserably, with people lining up for hours to support Jewish-owned businesses.
The Boycott Ride organizers have now canceled their planned follow-up event. #BDSisBS
Snipers on the Roofs: The Police's Unusual Move in the Negev
In footage distributed on networks, snipers are seen on rooftops in Rahat, and the police confirmed the authenticity of the images • Southern District Commander, Superintendent Haim Bubil, instructed forces to respond with fire in…
Colonel Who Won't Compromise on Gaza's Future: "Either Total Conquest or Voluntary Emigration - No Middle Option"
In an interview with 103fm, Colonel Oren Zini warned of Hamas's strengthening, called for continuation, and presented two options for the future of the Gaza Strip: total conquest or voluntary emigration.
Report: Finland out of NATO. No NATO bases in the Baltics. All of Donbas handed to Russia.
Those are among Moscow's demands at informal peace talks in Abu Dhabi, per a leaked proposal obtained by Bild. In return, Russia would pull its nuclear weapons from Belarus.
30 Billion Shekels at Risk — What Is Happening with Pension Money
Israel's pension system has come into focus immediately after the publication of data on high returns on savings and reports of potential risks to the stock market. The main question is what will happen to…
Strock Warns: The Demilitarization Plan Becomes a Gift to Hamas
Minister Orit Strock sharply criticizes the Peace Council and its head, Nikolay Mladenov, claiming that the new demilitarization outline is tailored to Hamas's demands and allows weapons to remain in the Strip. She demands that…
‘Instead of vandalising their neighbourhoods, they are rebuilding them’
In a series of articles exploring how JNF UK is supporting communities in Israel, the JC hears about a project that is transforming disenchanted youth – and their home towns
Police Position Snipers on Roofs in Rahat: 'Fire Will Be Met with Fire'
The police addressed an image circulating on social networks and updated that they decided to position snipers 'with the aim of locating armed individuals who are carrying out fire and neutralizing them.' According to the…
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Daily Rambam (1 Chapter): Daily Rambam: Forbidden Foods 2
There is an ancient idea that everything in creation has a unique code. The Torah calls these the 'laws of heaven.' Every plant, every creature has a specific nature. Mixing species without respect scrambles this…
A crisis of faith over politics? Enough, you've gone too far
Shlomo Kook questions how election results can cause a "crisis of faith". He says Jewish faith has survived repeated persecution and needs no stamp of approval from any political bloc
Major media outlets increasingly say ‘occupied West Bank’ in Judea, Samaria coverage, HonestReporting finds
Mainstream media outlets increasingly use the term “occupied West Bank” in their coverage of Judea and Samaria, according to an analysis from the watchdog HonestReporting. The report, shared exclusively with JNS, analyzed 5,370 articles from…
Two Iranians Convicted in Britain of Espionage for the Revolutionary Guards
A UK court convicted Mostafa Safavand and Farhad Javadi Manesh of "assisting a foreign intelligence service" after they operated on behalf of the Revolutionary Guards. The two conducted surveillance on journalists from the regime's opposition…
Arkia's new owners face complex challenges
Placating a restive workforce will be just the first step in turning the loss-making airline around
IDF: IDF soldiers and Border Police officers carried out enforcement activities over the past 24 hours at two illegal outposts near the areas of Atara and Wadi al-Rahim.
These outposts were the source of repeated violent and illegal activity. The enforcement activities targeted illegal construction components, vehicles, tents, and temporary structures. Tonight (Thursday), during the enforcement activity near Atara, Israeli rioters barricaded themselves…
More than 300,000 pieces of military equipment have so far been returned to the IDF as part of a weapons return campaign, leading the military to extend the operation by another…
More than 300,000 pieces of military equipment have so far been returned to the IDF as part of a weapons return campaign, leading the military to extend the operation by another two days. On November…
Two Iranian Men Found Guilty in UK of Assisting Iranian Intelligence, Spying on Journalists
People walk past a billboard depicting the late leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and the late Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, June 6, 2026. Photo:…
Eisenkot warns Netanyahu against any military action in Iran
The head of the Yashar party, MK Gadi Eisenkot, sent a letter to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to exercise great caution and responsibility in decisions related to national security pending the formation…
Move over, Schumer. A new crop of Democrats are arriving in the Senate
The clock may be running on Chuck Schumer, the most senior Jewish elected official in U.S. history as Democrats flipped at least seven Senate seats in midterm elections last week. The Democratic takeover of the…
Israel has a lot riding on Nvidia, whose CEO resigned today
Jensen Huang, who co-founded Nvidia and has run it for 33 years, resigned as chief executive on Thursday, ending a tenure that turned a maker of video-game chips into the engine of the artificial intelligence…
If the Democrats want to “root out corruption,” they should start with investigating Blue States, perhaps the most CORRUPT governmental…
If the Democrats want to “root out corruption,” they should start with investigating Blue States, perhaps the most CORRUPT governmental structures and entities anywhere on Earth. Big time money is being stolen each and every…
France calls Israel's barring of French left-wing candidate Melenchon 'demagogic' decision
Israel's Foreign Ministry said on Thursday it would bar Melenchon and Mathilde Panot, the party’s parliamentary group chair, over "the extreme anti-Israel stance of La France Insoumise party."
Agam Buhbut: "May you be healthy in body and soul"
In honor of her partner Bar Brimer's 29th birthday, the singer published a particularly moving post in which she revealed her expectations for their shared future.
Eisenkot's New MK Takes on Property Tax Fund: 'Widens Gaps'
Days after being sworn into the Knesset, MK Osherat Gani Gonen is launching a campaign to cancel the property tax fund, which she claims harms the independence of local authorities. This comes against the backdrop…
Tourists were turned away at Syria's borders this week after new entry rules took effect unannounced.
Citizens of Western countries now need a visa in advance. Visitors from every country need approval from a local travel agent organizing the trip. Pro-government journalists:
Four obstacles prevent Bennett from moving to the right – Amit Segel
Naftali Bennett cannot join the right-wing camp due to four obstacles. This is the opinion of journalist Amit Segel. Before the elections, Bennett promised not to rely on Arab parties and not to enter a…
Amid tensions with Iran: Oil price climbs to $96 per barrel
The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil rose to $96, after briefly dropping to $89 over the past two days. The increase comes against the backdrop of renewed tensions with Iran and statements…
As the Trump era draws to a close, American Jews face a stark political choice
They can continue donating and voting for a party that panders to their enemies, or they can leverage their support in the hope of restoring a Republican Party whose future is now in the balance
The War with Iran Is Not Over, It Has Likely Been Postponed
Israel has developed a dependence on military cooperation with the United States, and now fears it will be left alone in the campaign. The real danger at the moment is not a "miscalculation," but rather…
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Parsha: Parashat Hashavua: Toldot
The weekly reading called Toldot, meaning generations, asks: what are you really passing on? Isaac is blind, yet sees more clearly than anyone. He uses his sense of smell, a deep spiritual sense, to discern…
Ahead of IDF enlistment, Ashkelon hesder yeshiva student completes Talmud
Ashkelon's hesder yeshiva honored second-year IDF recruits. Netael Yehuda Rosenberg completed the Babylonian Talmud, which he began studying in 10th grade. Rabbis blessed the recruits, emphasizing Torah study alongside military service
NYC health department wouldn’t let Jews form staff group, retaliated when they mourned antisemitic mass shooting in Sydney, lawsuit alleges
“They had no empathy for the feelings of the Jews about that horrific attack on Jews, who were trying to observe Chanukah at Bondi Beach in Australia,” Alan Scheiner, a lawyer for the plaintiffs, told…
Trump's New Attack on the Muslim Brotherhood
The US president was asked in an interview about the threat level of the Muslim Brotherhood - and gave an unequivocal answer. The president defined the organization as a threat not only to Israel and…
The Tax Authority proposed to impose a new tax in Israel. What is it?
According to suspicion, what did the company Megaspeed of the mistress of the CEO of Indevia do? • What is one of the advantages that the banking giant Revolut, which is about to enter Israel,…
Javier Bardem Joins Israeli Director Alma Har’el on New Film ‘Wet,’ Acquired by Lionsgate
Javier Bardem at the 2025 Emmy Awards. Photo: REUTERS/Daniel Cole Lionsgate on Wednesday acquired the North American and United Kingdom distribution rights to “Wet” from award-winning Israeli director Alma Har’el, with a cast that includes…
Israel Bans Jean-Luc Mélenchon from Entry
Israel has banned Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of La France Insoumise, from entering its territory, citing his party's 'extremely hostile position toward Israel.' The Israeli Foreign Ministry stated on Thursday that 'Israel will respond firmly to…
Non-Jews who follow Jewish law gather in Israel for first international Noahide congress
(JTA) — Gilbert Meñoza spent decades as a Christian pastor in the Philippines before his study of the Hebrew Bible led him to reject the New Testament and embrace the Noahide faith. Meñoza said most…
I have asked Vice President Vance to focus his complete and total attention on the Massive Corruption and Crime taking place in Democrat…
I have asked Vice President Vance to focus his complete and total attention on the Massive Corruption and Crime taking place in Democrat run Cities and States throughout the U.S. The Blue States, such as…
Parashat Toldot: The Jewish people are inseparable from the land of Israel
From the very beginning, Jewish identity and our attachment to Israel are presented as inseparable parts of the same covenant
At age 90: Researcher and historian Prof. Dvora Hacohen passed away
For decades, Prof. Hacohen researched the waves of immigration that shaped Israel. She wrote the biography of Henrietta Szold alongside books on the mass immigration in the 1950s and on the rescue of Youth Aliyah…
Threatened a Police Officer: Two Minors Arrested Following the Serious Incident
Two minors, aged 16 and 17, threatened a police officer and deliberately blocked her path. They were subsequently arrested. The two also spread the documentation on social networks.
The IRGC just announced the downing of a US Army MQ-1 UAV earlier this morning above Kuhestak, in the Sirik County of southern Iran.
This claim has yet to be independently verified, although images of the wreckage have been released.
Curiosity in the Knesset: Deputy in Hysteria Splashes Water on Goldknopf (VIDEO)
The 26th Knesset began its work with the expected political noise and heated debates. However, this time attention was drawn not to another conflict between deputies, but to an unusual incident involving water: Deputy Meirav…
Religious Zionist Rabbis Intensify Struggle Against Mixed-Gender Service in the IDF
Heads of yeshivas and senior rabbis in the Religious Zionist movement convened at the Hesder Yeshiva in Sderot for a discussion on the challenges of maintaining Halacha and modesty in the IDF. The meeting focused…
Bond between Jews and Iranians ‘fundamental,’ says exiled crown prince on Auschwitz visit
The heir to the overthrown Shah warned that the current regime in Tehran wants to ‘finish what Hitler has done’
Trump Urged Nvidia CEO: "Fight" | The Close Connection - And the "Savior" Role Huang Adopted
US media reported on conversations between the president and the chip giant's CEO, Jensen Huang, before he stepped down after 33 years amid the scandal: "Fight for the job." After the dramatic resignation, he said:…
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Daily Tanya: Tanya Yomi: 2 Kislev
The most honest people aren't those who admit their obvious flaws. They are the ones brave enough to search for the flaws they cannot see. A great teacher once listened to a confession and searched…
Dr. Chana Katan asks: Where have the election promises gone?
In a video column on Arutz Sheva, Dr. Chana Katan criticizes shifting political positions on conscription, stressing an unchanged security need: more IDF combat soldiers and a fairer sharing of the burden
Police prosecute congregant after promising to protect NJ synagogue from protesters, lawsuit alleges
The suit documents “what can happen when law enforcement fails to appreciate the danger Jewish members of the community face from violent and virulently antisemitic attacks,” an attorney for Moshe Glick told JNS
Is a Presidential System the Solution to Israel's Political Gridlock?
Strategic advisor Yitzhak Zivan proposes transitioning Israel to a presidential model similar to France, where an executive president is directly elected in two rounds and is not dependent on the Knesset's confidence. According to him,…
Investor group buys controlling stake in Arkia
After twenty years, the Nakash family is selling its stake in the airline for tens of millions of dollars. Full details have not been disclosed
Israeli Coalition Talks: The Draft Law Has to Come First, and It Can’t
Former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yashar party, speaks to the media as he arrives at the Knesset, on the day of the inauguration of Israel’s 26th parliament, in Jerusalem, Nov. 10, 2026.…
First Defection in Eisenkot's Party
Miriam Peretz: 'If a government is formed with Arabs, my son will leave the Knesset.' Miriam Peretz, whose son Elisaf joined Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar (right-wing) party and was sworn into the 26th Knesset, stated that…
The Republican Senate can no longer be the place “where things are sent to die.” Not passing THE SAVE AMERICA ACT (Voter I.D., Proof of…
The Republican Senate can no longer be the place “where things are sent to die.” Not passing THE SAVE AMERICA ACT (Voter I.D., Proof of Citizenship), sent up five times by the House, was devastating…
Parashat Toldot: Choosing Jacob's path to redemption
Choosing Jacob’s path means refusing to settle for fighting evil alone. It means actively working to add goodness and to build a world of meaning
Starting at Age 25: The Unusual Move to Fight Breast Cancer in Israel
Approximately 1.2 million Clalit-insured women aged 25–74 will receive a digital invitation to assess their personal risk of developing breast cancer, and follow-up will be tailored to each according to the results. About a quarter…
Some of his advisors became stressed, but Netanyahu remained calm: 'It won't happen,' he told them | Mati Tuchfeld
On Tuesday, the day of the Knesset swearing-in, rumors circulated in the building that the agreement with United Torah Judaism was already signed and sealed. The matter also reached the Prime Minister. Some of his…
About 70 Chinese vessels are still active around Taiwan as of Friday.
China deployed more than 100 military and coast guard ships across the region and the western Pacific in unannounced drills, larger than Justice Mission 2025. Taiwanese officials called it "silent
Northern Resident Praised Sinwar and Called for War to Continue
A resident of Yafia in northern Israel is expected to be indicted on Friday, November 13, for social media posts. He allegedly praised Yahya Sinwar, the eliminated leader of the terrorist group Hamas and organizer…
Finance Committee to Convene for Chair Election and Discuss Implications of U.S. Aid Cessation
The temporary Finance Committee will convene on Monday to elect a chair, and afterward is expected to discuss the macroeconomic implications of the cessation of U.S. aid. Later in the week, discussions will be held…
Green deputy leader defeated as Leeds council declares ‘Zionism is not racism’
Mothin Ali suggested that his party’s contention that Zionism is, in fact, racist was ‘an understatement’
"Equality of Burden" Has Passed Its Time: Liberalism and the New Army Model
We all see the trading of reserve days, which is entirely based on the financial profit involved in reserve service stretching over hundreds of days, hence there will be no shortage of volunteers for such…
Ponevezh dispute: Supreme Court allows temporary stay, sets terms for vacating campus
In interim ruling, Supreme Court allows Rabbi Markovitz's followers to remain at Ponevezh until August 2027, subject to a commitment to vacate and payments totaling millions of shekels
Can Netanyahu and Eisenkot find common ground on Israel’s security?
A meeting that lasts two hours must surely have covered a great deal of ground. The subject was Israel’s security—the country’s number one concern. Iran, Hamas and the timing of decisions that cannot be postponed…
Rabbis Establish Address for Religious Soldiers
Against the backdrop of the struggle over the sanctity of the camp, senior rabbis and yeshiva heads convened at the Sderot Yeshiva and launched a hotline that will provide religious soldiers with halachic backing and…
A group of investors acquires control of Arkia
The Nakash family sells control of the airline Arkia for tens of millions of dollars • The buyers: Kiden Dahari and Yaron Adiv, owners of the Yishpro group and the company Tanoport
Parshat Toldot: The Important Lesson That Yaakov Teaches Us Today
A Torah scroll. Photo: RabbiSacks.org. On the evening of Dec. 11, 1936, millions of people across Britain and the Empire gathered around their radios to hear a king explain why he was no longer their…
Will Attorney General Baharav-Miara Confess Her Crimes?
Dramatic twist in Netanyahu's trial: the judges compel the attorney general to appear at the hearing. Despite the position of Gali Baharav-Miara, who deemed her presence unnecessary, the judges in Netanyahu's trial ordered her to…
Here we go again! With the perceived loss by the Republicans in the Midterms - I WAS NOT ON THE BALLOT- the INVASION of our Country is…
Here we go again! With the perceived loss by the Republicans in the Midterms - I WAS NOT ON THE BALLOT- the INVASION of our Country is taking place again. Huge CARAVANS are forming and…
Middle Israel: Who lost America? - opinion
When Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went to Congress and attacked from its podium America’s elected president, he antagonized half its political establishment
BREAKING: Israeli Channel 13 reports that, based on an IDF assessment presented to PM Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, if @POTUS decides to strike Iran Israel should join the attack…
BREAKING: Israeli Channel 13 reports that, based on an IDF assessment presented to PM Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot, if @POTUS decides to strike Iran Israel should join the attack, but that there is currently no…
Gift from Heaven: The Famous Gold Treasure - Actually Made of Meteorite Steel
Two iron pieces from a treasure hoard uncovered in 1963 near the town of Villena in southeastern Spain have been identified as meteoritic iron. The researchers: "These are the first two items attributed to meteoritic…
Teddy Riner Won't Really Win in France - But Exposed Its Big Problem
Teddy Riner announced his joining the election campaign in France, though he is not really supposed to pose a threat to the presidency. Meanwhile, Le Pen continues to maintain a promising lead, already for many…
A Lexus SUV blew up in Chertanovo, Moscow. The driver was found injured nearby. Reports says an explosive device went off under the driver.
Initial reports also link the car to Sergei Zavorotny, former press secretary to Pro-Russian Ukrainian PM Mykola Azarov.
What will Lieberman do if the government with the Haredim is not formed
Against the backdrop of the impasse in negotiations on forming a new government and the uncertainty surrounding the future coalition, news editor of the newspaper 'Yated Ne'eman' Aryeh Zisman analyzed the possible further steps of…
From Parashat Toldot to Israeli Reality: Rabbi Kahane's Call to Heal the Rift in the Nation
In a Torah lesson for Parashat Toldot, Rabbi Meir Kahane explains the meaning of Rebecca's words to Jacob, 'Your curse be upon me, my son,' according to the commentary of Rabbi Saadia Gaon: responsibility is…
Eisenkot’s bloc wins control of key Knesset committees with Arab support
The Knesset approved the proposed composition of the Arrangements Committee by 63 votes to 50
Worth hundreds of thousands of shekels: Jewish rioters vandalized a security system in the southern Hebron Hills
First publication: Hilltop youth from an outpost near the settlement of Susya caused damage to a new system intended to provide a security response for the settlement and its surroundings - and the expensive components…
Military boots raised suspicions: Secret Gaza border map seized from Palestinian home
Police notice Palestinian Arab man wearing military boots, search of his home uncovers classified map of the Gaza border area, knives and an airsoft pistol
Huckabee: Standing with Israel means standing with the God of Abraham
At a StandWithUs anniversary gala in Jerusalem, the U.S. ambassador pledged Christian solidarity with Israel, while two former hostages shared harrowing accounts of captivity in Gaza
"Fighting and Jihad": Indictment Against an Arab from the North Who Incited Terrorism Online
An Arab from Yafia will be indicted after posting severe incitement on social media • Among other things, he posted images of Yahya Sinwar and Ahmed Yassin, called for "fighting and jihad" against Israel, and…
Earthquake at Nvidia: 33 Years After Founding the Company, Jensen Huang Leaves CEO Position
Jensen Huang resigned from his positions as President, CEO, and board member effective immediately • CFO Colette Kress appointed interim CEO
From Boycott to Buycott: Philadelphia Shows How Jews Fight Back
The Philadelphia police attempt to separate the small group of boycott bike riders from the counterprotesters at Rittehouse Square on Nov. 8, 2026. A “boycott bike ride” against Jewish and pro-Israeli businesses was met with…
Does anybody remember, in my First Term, the relentless effort by the anti-American Dumocrats to get my personal Tax Returns, something…
Does anybody remember, in my First Term, the relentless effort by the anti-American Dumocrats to get my personal Tax Returns, something that has always been off limits for anyone other than Donald J. Trump. Shockingly,…
My Word: Political promises and threats - opinion
Eisenkot also called for a “national emergency government,” under his leadership, saying: “This will require creative and unconventional political steps.”
The @BoardOfPeace recognizes and condemns Hamas's continued exploitation of hospitals and other civilian infrastructure in Gaza.
For @POTUS and the Board of Peace's vision for Gaza to work, Hamas must give up control and disarm. It's been a year since the roadmap was laid out,
The Anti-Israel Government on the Verge of Collapse? The Crisis Rocking the Netherlands
Less than nine months after its formation, the coalition of Prime Minister Rob Jetten faces a crisis following the approval of a new tax plan with opposition support. The right-wing VVD party, a member of…
Two Signs Indicating a Rift Between Trump and His Deputy: "The Sacrifice of JD Vance"
Dr. Kobi Barda identifies signs of a rift between Trump and his deputy following the midterm election defeat. According to him, Vance has become the one bearing responsibility for ending the war in Iran, while…
The International Atomic Energy Agency is warning of serious concerns over nuclear weapons proliferation in its confidential quarterly report.
The agency pointed to two gaps. It lacks information on the Islamic Republic's enriched uranium reserves. It also has no access to the
"History will not forgive you for this": Journalist accuses Bennett and Lieberman
Amid ongoing coalition negotiations and a delay in swearing in the new government following the parliamentary elections held on October 27, Channel 12 journalist Zion Nanus sharply criticized the leaders of the change bloc. He…
Commander of the US Fifth Navy Visited Israel
The commander of the US Fifth Fleet, Vice Admiral Kurt Ranshaw, concluded a visit to Israel during which he met with the commander of the Israeli Navy, Major General Eyal Harel. The two discussed strengthening…
Israeli city sues Iran over 2025 missile strikes that killed civilians
The mayor of Bat Yam, Tzvika Brot, handed the lawsuit directly to an Iranian official on the streets of New York
101 Days in the Jungles: Israelis Captured by a Colombian Terror Organization
A classic backpacker trip turned into a nightmare for a group of Israelis who were kidnapped by Colombian gunmen and held in harsh conditions deep in the forest for three and a half months. From…
Akunis warns Palestinian state would lead to another October 7
Speaking to American influencers in Peduel, Israel’s Consul General in New York Ofir Akunis calls Judea and Samaria Israel’s 'protective shield.'
The absolute necessity of fighting back
At this exceptionally alarming time, when bad people in Israel and the West seem to have the wind behind them, two developments have lifted the spirits. A mob of masked protesters wearing keffiyehs and carrying…
Arab Caught with Military Boots – Classified Map of the Gaza Envelope Found in His Home
An Arab aroused the suspicion of police officers in the Jordan Valley after they identified that his shoes were military boots • During a search of his home, an 'Airsoft' gun, knives, additional military equipment,…
The Post-UNIFIL Illusion: Why a US-French Formula in South Lebanon Cannot Replace Israeli Deterrence
A UN peacekeepers (UNIFIL) vehicle is seen next to piled up debris at Beirut’s port, Lebanon, Oct. 23, 2020. Photo: REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir The end of UNIFIL’s mandate for Lebanon is approaching, but the debate over…
The Democrat Party, lead by one of the most Corrupt and anti-American groups of political leaders and hacks in the history of our Country,…
The Democrat Party, lead by one of the most Corrupt and anti-American groups of political leaders and hacks in the history of our Country, and even the World, is doing everything in their power to…
Iran's IRGC says liquified gas tanker struck mine along 'unauthorized' route in Strait of Hormuz
Iranian media reported on Thursday that four oil tankers were hit by explosions in the waterway vital for global shipping, adding that the vessels had ignored warnings
After Barak Bachar: Maccabi Haifa Made a Decision Regarding Another Shake-Up
The Greens made a principled decision to keep the professional staff that did not leave following the coach's resignation. The replacement is expected to be appointed before the foreign players return from vacation, and the…
Revolt in the Democratic Party: The Senator Challenging Chuck Schumer
Senator Chris Van Hollen, who called for not accepting donations from AIPAC, announced his candidacy against Chuck Schumer for Democratic leadership in the Senate. Bernie Sanders supports the leadership change, but Schumer insists: "I have…
Al Jazeera: Gulf states are weighing alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian attacks on their energy infrastructure, according to Giacomo Luciani, a professor at the…
Al Jazeera: Gulf states are weighing alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian attacks on their energy infrastructure, according to Giacomo Luciani, a professor at the Geneva Institute of International Studies. For Qatari gas,…
"Like Germany in 1938": Trump Shocked by Rise of Anti-Semitism in the US
US President Donald Trump compared the current level of anti-Semitism in the country to Germany in 1938, when the Holocaust began. He said this in an interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt. The host…
IDF: Over 55 Wanted Individuals Arrested This Week in Judea and Samaria
IDF forces arrested over 55 wanted individuals in the past week in counter-terror operations in Judea and Samaria, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad operatives and suspects involved in planning terror attacks. In addition, weapons were…
Exclusive: UK embassy in Greece faces questions over omission of rabbi from Remembrance service
Priests and an imam attended ceremony at cemetery in Athens where Jews are among service personnel buried
A Nation Confident in Its Identity Does Not Need to Deny the Identity of Others
How did we reach a state where we argue whether it is better to sit with Arabs or with Haredim. As if belonging to a certain group is a flaw that must be overcome, or…
Former Mossad official warns: Iran is edging toward the nuclear threshold
Former Mossad official Haim Tomer agrees with former Mossad chief Dadi Barnea's warning, but believes a nuclear deal with Iran is preferable to having no agreement
The ‘America First’ case for Israel
Recent elections in Israel and the United States have underscored growing strains between the two countries. Their strategic partnership, built over decades, once enjoyed broad political support in America. That consensus is eroding: Israel has…
Soldier Who Rebuked Pete Hegseth Received a Medal from Him: "Well Done"
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his entourage laughed and made noise near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. The soldier on guard, Thomas Iglesias, did not hesitate and rebuked…
‘Jews Kill Children … This Is the Jews’ Way’ – Palestinian Authority TV Broadcasts Blood Libel 3 Times
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appoints Mohammad Mustafa as prime minister of the Palestinian Authority (PA), in Ramallah, in the West Bank March 14, 2024 in this handout image. Photo: Palestinian president office/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo…
Police: Shin Bet must provide more evidence before investigation into foreign funding of elections
According to the assessment, the existing findings suggest, at most, a possible minor violation of party financing laws, raising doubts about the justification for a full criminal investigation
Israel is working with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime to develop a guide for emergency responders to identify, document, and preserve evidence of sexual and gender…
Israel is working with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime to develop a guide for emergency responders to identify, document, and preserve evidence of sexual and gender-based violence at the scenes of terror…
Unusual: Sasson Shaulov Reacts to Guest Who Interrupted (Video)
During a performance by the singer, a guest from the audience came on stage and attempted to make contact. Shaulov noticed, reacted quickly, and did not remain indebted. Watch the clip.
The shift from dependence on the US to a strategic partnership may become a historic opportunity | Dr. Anat Hochberg Marom
The cessation of American security assistance indeed carries heavy risks and may lead our enemies to alarming conclusions, but Israel's true test will be its ability to embrace the change and translate it into strength.
Italy is seeking 18.5 million euros in compensation from Mohammad Hanoun, the President of Palestinian Association in Italy and five others.
The six allegedly raised 18 million euros for Hamas in Italy from 2001 to 2025. Prosecutors want them tried on terror charges.
One of Israel's Most Prominent Public Haters Files for Fifth Divorce
British musician Roger Waters, a founding member of Pink Floyd and one of the most influential figures in rock music history, is preparing for his fifth divorce at age 83. After five years of marriage,…
They Sat in Military Prison and Will Receive Scholarships: A Commendation Event for Haredi Deserters in Bnei Brak
On Saturday night, a special event will be held in Bnei Brak during which scholarships totaling 147,000 shekels will be distributed to yeshiva students and married scholars who were imprisoned in military prison.
From the archive: 185 years ago – the Jewish Chronicle is born
The Jewish Chronicle is 185 years old this week. Here are some extracts from its first editions, when sermons filled columns, and there were no pictures or ads
No to unity that erases responsibility
Who gave his voice, knowingly, to the dismantling of statehood, to the abandonment of solidarity, to the trampling of truth and to the contempt of justice; who granted all these approval, both in his real-time…
Raid footage: Loaded gun found on woman, hundreds of thousands of shekels seized
During a search of the Azazmeh compound, Border Police officers found a loaded handgun concealed on a 20-year-old woman and NIS 315,000 in cash in the home
Bike boycott won’t silence Philadelphia chef; he’s investing in the next generation
When Philadelphia chef Yehuda Sichel’s restaurant became the target of an antisemitic boycott, he made clear he wasn’t backing down. Now, as hundreds of supporters rally around his business, he’s doing more than standing up…
The Right Shot Itself in the Foot: How the Haredim Became Partners of the Left
The Haredim were key partners of Netanyahu even in the difficult moments of the war, yet it was precisely from within the right-wing bloc that arrows of criticism and accusations were directed at them •…
2,000 Years Too Late: Palestinian Authority Recruits Hasmoneans and Herod as Palestinians
A section of Jerusalem’s 2,000-year-old Lower Aqueduct, dating to the Hasmonean period, uncovered during archaeological excavations near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel, October 2026. Photo: Emil Aladjem/Israel Antiquities Authority. The Hasmoneans built winter palaces. Herod expanded them.…
