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West Bank annexation supported by nearly 40% of Israeli Jews, JPPI poll finds
Notably, 19% of Arab Israelis said they support Israel annexing the West Bank, assuming citizenship would be granted to the Palestinians living there
The Rebellion of the Jurists, Chapter 4: How the Prosecution Became a Body Immune to Criticism
The fourth and final chapter of the documentary series 'The Rebellion of the Jurists' sketches the figure of former State Attorney Shai Nitzan as the executing link in a system that turned the judicial system…
Alert in Gaza - Likud enters into conflict with Lieberman
Activists of the Likud party sharply reacted to statements by Yisrael Beiteinu party leader Avigdor Lieberman about the actions of the political leadership during a recent operational incident on the border with the Gaza Strip.…
Somali power play or genuine development effort for Somaliland?
Somalia plans $20 million road infrastructure in Somaliland's Hargeisa despite lack of control
Yair Golan reveals which portfolios he seeks in next government
The Democrats chairman pledges to work to take significant action to combat violence in the Arab sector and will seek the ministerial portfolios to do so
High Court Discusses District Court Ruling on Likud Districts; Justices Signal: We Will Not Intervene
At the outset of the hearing on the fate of the primaries to be held on Monday, Justice Ofer Grosskopf was sharp in his remarks: "The District Court decided not to intervene in the Likud…
Mandate Poll: Eisenkot Opens a Lead – Netanyahu Bloc Crashes
A Channel 13 poll places Gadi Eisenkot in first place with 23 mandates, compared to 21 for Likud. In the premiership suitability match-up, he leads Netanyahu 47% to 34%. The opposition bloc reaches 60 mandates…
Yair Golan is convinced: "Ben Gvir won't be here in three months"
The chairman of the "Democrats" party published a message in Arabic to residents of the Arab sector, attacked the home demolition policy of Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, and promised to advance building regulation and planning…
After Michigan, will pro-Israel politics get a ground game?
Michigan’s $80 million Democratic U.S. Senate primary demonstrated that money can buy attention, but it cannot create a movement. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s one-point victory over Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) revealed much about the Democrats and…
Isolated Israel? Countries rush to sign trade and security deals
With Slovenia and Colombia expected next, the number of embassies in Jerusalem will soon reach 10
Fatah Says Egypt Views Israel as ‘Number One’ Enemy; Should Jews Be Concerned?
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty attends a joint press conference with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa in Cairo, Egypt March 1, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Mohamed Abd El Ghany Egypt’s military still designates “Israel as enemy number…
The Maturation of Statehood: A Mother of Hill Youth Calls for National Reckoning
It is precisely the hill youth who are teaching the concept of statehood anew. Perhaps those hiding behind total support are harming it, while the youth, who demand criticism and correction, may in the end…
The Secret Putsch Against Netanyahu
The night Netanyahu almost fell. October 2023. Israel is still reeling from the October 7 massacre. In the corridors of the Knesset, phones buzz, meetings multiply, and conversations are held in hushed tones. Likud's polling…
Israel and AIPAC on the ballot in the Minnesota Senate and U.S. House races
(JTA) — A pair of Democratic primaries in Minnesota on Tuesday are among a string of high-profile battles between progressive and moderate candidates, where Israel and the pro-Israel lobby serve as key wedge issues. The…
Iran appoints AMIA bombing suspect to National Security Council
For the second time this year, Iran has named a wanted suspect in the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires to a top security role. A spokesman for the Islamic…
As 2 Arab states reportedly plot war, how fortified are Israel's borders?
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. Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode.…
Who will succeed Netanyahu? Likud members back Ohana as party primaries loom - poll
Many current Likud mainstay politicians are expected to be dropped after the party's primaries on Wednesday
Trump's spokesperson leaves the position: "One of the best in history"
Our wonderful White House spokesperson in the White House, and one of my most loyal assistants, Caroline Leavitt, will leave her position at the end of the month so she can spend more time with…
Israel Heading Toward Economic Shock – Everyone Will Have to Pay
Israel may face serious economic pressure due to a sharp increase in defense spending, a shortage of military personnel, and the maintenance of significant budgetary commitments to the ultra-Orthodox sector. This combination could substantially limit…
Saudi Arabia’s Strategy over Iran | On the Record with Abdulaziz Alkhamis
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Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era
A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran could prolong the war until President Trump leaves the White House
"To Quell a Possible Rebellion": Netanyahu Meets with Likud MKs Before Primaries
The Prime Minister is concerned that his faction members who do not secure a realistic spot on the list for the Knesset elections will exploit their MK title to damage the Likud election campaign. He…
Foreign Forces on Their Way to Southern Lebanon? These Are the Countries That Will Search for Weapons in Hezbollah Activists' Living Rooms
The international mechanism for dismantling the terrorist organization is beginning to take shape. Israel and Lebanon have reached a preliminary agreement regarding four countries that will take part in it: Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia.
Likud: "Avigdor Liberman is knowingly lying and harming the security of the State of Israel"
In Likud, they respond to the accusations of Yisrael Beiteinu chairman Avigdor Liberman regarding the conduct of the political echelon vis-à-vis Hamas in Gaza. "Avigdor Liberman is knowingly lying, harming the security of the State…
US finds fiscal transparency lacking across much of Middle East
A U.S. State Department report states that the Palestinian Authority and several other regional governments failed to meet transparency standards, while Lebanon has made significant progress
Israel on Trial: one judge’s search for truth
Jonathan Sacerdoti speaks to Judge Roy K. Altman about his hopeful new book, where he puts Israel in the dock
Hormuz to Stay Closed Unless US Meets Iran’s Conditions, Iran Official Says
An Iranian drone and an Iranian missile system are displayed in Azadi Square in Tehran, Iran, July 30, 2026. Photo: Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via REUTERS The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed…
After the Jewish Voice's exposure and MK Sukkot's fight: Education Ministry issues hearing to close Hamas school in East Jerusalem
The Ministry of Education has initiated proceedings to revoke the license of 'Noor al-Huda' school in Shuafat, which was exposed in a Jewish Voice investigation as a school of the Hamas-affiliated Zakat al-Quds al-Markaziya association,…
Golan: Israel Welcomes Colombia's Decision?
Sa'ar: Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights is 'historic'. This diplomatic initiative is part of a series of bilateral measures aimed at immediately strengthening relations between Jerusalem and Bogota. Israeli Foreign Minister…
Sister of pro-Israel stalwart Lindsey Graham wins runoff slot
(JTA) — South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham and a second Republican candidate will advance to a special primary runoff in two weeks, when voters will decide which GOP candidate might take the vacant seat of…
US embassies in Middle East brace for prolonged reduced operations amid Iran conflict
Months after diplomats and families were ordered to leave, US embassies across the Middle East are preparing for continued reduced operations amid the ongoing Iran conflict
"Mecca Agreement" Just Signed – and Senior State Officials Issue Contradictory Messages
The defense alliance between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan was just signed – and disagreements are already emerging • Within less than a week, the Pakistani Foreign Minister and Turkish President Erdogan spoke about the…
Israel Written Off Too Soon - What Is Really Happening in the US
The widespread notion that Israel is rapidly losing support from the United States and finding itself in international isolation may be greatly exaggerated. Despite the rise of anti-Israel sentiment among American leftists, the opposite trend…
Ultra-Orthodox Jews block roads across Israel in protest of military draft
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New York against Mamdani? The numbers revealed
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism over his economic policies, his stance toward Israel, and his relations with the city’s Jewish community
A state that does not control the monopoly on violence will die
What has been happening in Judea and Samaria in recent years, and is expressed even more strongly in the events in Qusra now, is a concession by parts of the Israeli right to institutional change…
"This is a serious statement and I stand behind it": Ram Ben Barak takes off the gloves
MK Ram Ben Barak attacked the government following the events in Kusra, called the violence of the Jewish rioters "terror pure and simple" and called for the return of administrative detentions. Later he attacked the…
The Supreme Court rejected the petition that demanded giving the police instructions on managing the investigation of the leak in the "Sde Teiman" affair
The Supreme Court rejected the petition that demanded giving instructions to the police regarding the management of the investigation into the leak of materials in the "Sde Teiman" affair. It was unanimously determined that there…
Why Netanyahu rejected the new Gaza deal
“The Quad” is a dynamic weekly panel show hosted by Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, Israel’s innovation envoy and former deputy mayor of Jerusalem. The series brings together a powerhouse lineup of bold, insightful women to tackle the…
Miliband demands settler violence crackdown in first call with Israeli foreign minister
Gideon Sa’ar welcomed British measures introduced to tackle the IRGC
Russia Says Syria Base Deal Will Boost Ties, Source Says Some Russian Forces Will Stay
A Russian military aircraft approaches the Hmeimim air base in Syria’s coastal Latakia, Syria, Dec. 15, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Umit Bektas Russia ‘s Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday that a deal reached with Syria on the…
After 17 Years, Israel and Venezuela Renew Diplomatic Ties
Israel and Venezuela have announced the resumption of their consular relations, establishing an official channel of coordination after 17 years without diplomatic ties. This decision, revealed in a joint statement, follows recent exchanges between the…
Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad brawls during podcast debate on Israel
A debate between Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad and an anti-Israeli activist turned physical during the filming of a popular podcast on Monday. Dennis Feitosa, who unsuccessfully ran as a Republican for California’s 30th Congressional District,…
Netanyahu rose through Likud democracy. Now he risks hollowing it out from within - analysis
Netanyahu wants the ability to add people from high-tech, economics, security, and other fields who can broaden the party’s appeal and give it greater governing credibility. The problem is the scale
Israel Denies: No Agreement on Composition of Oversight Body in Lebanon
After Reuters reported that Israel and Lebanon agreed on Britain, Italy, Switzerland and Indonesia as candidates to join the mechanism that will ensure the disarmament of Hezbollah, Israel clarifies that no agreement has yet been…
Iran Can Do Nothing – Trump Reveals Details of US Actions
US President Donald Trump commented on the ongoing naval blockade of Iran by the US armed forces. "The US has complete control over the Strait of Hormuz. I think we will maintain that control! Our…
Mladenov: Claims of Board of Peace-Hamas deal are false
Board of Peace envoy Nickolay Mladenov rejects claims of a Hamas funding deal, saying Hamas will have no role in Gaza's governance or access to funds
Minister from Likud: "Whoever does not live here should not come to replace the government just because of 'Only Not Bibi'"
Communications Minister Karhi was asked why not allow Israelis to vote abroad, as is done in other countries, and replied: "Whoever lives in the country should influence its future – and whoever does not is…
Khamenei Tightens Ranks Ahead of Next Stage: The Dramatic Appointment in Iran's Leadership
Iranian escalation in readiness against Israel and the US: Mojtaba Khamenei carries out a reorganization at the top of the security establishment - Mohsen Rezaei appointed as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, while…
Mamdani under pressure: criticism grows and public support declines
The Mayor of New York faces criticism over his economic policy, his attitude towards Israel, and relations with the Jewish community in the city.
Sa'ar, Miliband discuss Hamas disarmament in first call
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband held their first call on Tuesday, discussing the war in Gaza, Iran and bilateral ties. Sa'ar said he emphasized Jerusalem's interest in a productive…
It wasn’t just Netanyahu who rejected Trump’s Gaza plan – most of Israel did too
After October 7, the gap between the prime minister and his two main rivals, Gadi Eisenkot and Naftali Bennett, on Hamas is far narrower than many imagine. The real question is whether they would stand…
US Rep. Ro Khanna Struggles to Defend ‘Genocide’ Accusations Against Israel
US Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) speaks as House members hold a press conference in Washington, DC, on Sept. 3, 2025. Photo: Josh Morgan-USA Today Network via Reuters Connect US Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) struggled to…
After settling antisemitism claims, Columbia now faces lawsuit from Palestinian students
A group of current and former Palestinian students and faculty at Columbia University filed a lawsuit this week, alleging that the university discriminated against them because of their Palestinian identity and treated them less favorably…
Chief prosecutor Amit Aisman cleared to oversee Sde Teiman leak investigation, High Court rules
Police reported in February that they had completed their investigative work, although the majority assumed for the purposes of the ruling that the investigation itself had not formally concluded
Iran defies: "75% of capability survived – the drones are a nightmare for the enemy"
A senior Iranian military official claims that despite American and Israeli strikes, more than three-quarters of Tehran's missile and drone capabilities remain intact and ready for use. According to him, the Iranian drone array has…
US may resume hostilities against Iran - assessment
A high-ranking Iranian official reported that Tehran has not discussed with Washington the extension of the 60-day ceasefire regime provided for by the memorandum of understanding. This was reported by the Reuters news agency. The…
Balad candidate: Negev is 60% of 'historic Palestine'
Fourth-ranked Balad candidate Hassan al-Nasasra prioritizes battle over land at the heart of his election message, accusing Israel of seeking to harm its Arab population
Likud Asks Supreme Court for Ruling Today: These Are the Consequences of Postponing the Primaries
The party appealed to the Supreme Court requesting a ruling on the appeal regarding the district slot competition during Wednesday, otherwise - the primaries next Monday are at risk of cancellation. Likud claims that cancellation…
Lieberman Warns: Nukhba Terrorists Resume Practice Raids on Communities - Netanyahu Hiding Information from the Public
Avigdor Lieberman warns: Nukhba terrorists have resumed practicing scenarios of raiding and taking over communities - the political echelon does not allow the IDF to respond. According to him, Netanyahu has returned to a policy…
