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9/11 mastermind's plea deal scrapped by US appeals court

A US appeals court overturns 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's plea deal, reinstating the possibility of the death penalty.

9/11 mastermind's plea deal scrapped by US appeals court

Israel insists on key demands

Report: Stalemate in hostage deal talks as Israel insists on key security demands

Doha talks on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release remain stalled, with no progress on key issues like IDF withdrawal and release terms. Al Jazeera claims Israel aims to keep forces in Rafah and 40% of Gaza.

Report: Stalemate in hostage deal talks as Israel insists on key security demands

Near Ramallah

IDF probing claim of Palestinian Arab-American killed in clashes near Ramallah

Israel’s defense establishment is investigating the reported death of a Palestinian Arab-American during violent clashes near Sinjil. IDF says two Israelis were lightly injured after a rock attack, followed by confrontations involving arson, vandalism, and physical violence.

IDF probing claim of Palestinian Arab-American killed in clashes near Ramallah

In strike in Lebanon:

In strike in Lebanon: IDF, Shin Bet eliminate terrorist who planned attacks in Israel

The IDF and Shin Bet announce the elimination of terrorist Muhammad Shoaib in Lebanon, who was involved in plotting attacks against Israeli civilians and played a key role in smuggling weapons from Iran to Lebanon and Judea and Samaria.

In strike in Lebanon: IDF, Shin Bet eliminate terrorist who planned attacks in Israel

IDF thwarts weapon smuggling attempt on Jordanian border

IDF says troops thwarted a weapons smuggling attempt on the eastern border on Thursday night, intercepting a drone carrying seven handguns. The weapons were handed over to security authorities.

IDF thwarts weapon smuggling attempt on Jordanian border

Shabbat Shalom from Israel!

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

Shabbat about to begin in Israel. INN's North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.

Shabbat Shalom from Israel! Updates continue from North America

IDF:

IDF: Weekly summary of IDF activity across the various arenas

Over the past week, five IDF divisions operated in the Gaza Strip, hundreds of terror targets were struck, and a terrorist cell linked to Iran’s Quds Force was apprehended in Syria.

IDF: Weekly summary of IDF activity across the various arenas

Music and meat:

Halachic leniencies for soldiers during the Three Weeks

New rulings permit combat soldiers to listen to songs and eat meat during the Nine Days, when necessary for maintaining operational readiness.

Halachic leniencies for soldiers during the Three Weeks

Watch:

Watch: Six senior Hamas naval commandos eliminated in joint operations

The IDF announced that the eliminated terrorists had advanced maritime terror operations during the Swords of Iron war, targeting Israeli civilians and security forces.

Watch: Six senior Hamas naval commandos eliminated in joint operations

Report:

Report: Netanyahu briefed Gafni on Iran strike in advance

Netanyahu invited Gafni to Kirya without security clearance, shared Iran strike details three days in advance

Report: Netanyahu briefed Gafni on Iran strike in advance

Samaria pioneer:

Samaria pioneer: There is only one Land of Israel - the complete land

Samaria Pioneer Moshe Zar, who passed away today, left a final message emphasizing the importance of building throughout the Land of Israel.

Samaria pioneer: There is only one Land of Israel - the complete land

Watch:

Watch: Ishay Ribo and philharmonic dedicate song to fallen soldiers

Singer Ishay Ribo performed with the Philharmonic Orchestra in Tel Aviv' Heichal HaTarbut. During the concert, they dedicated the song Kol HaZman (“All the Time”) to the soldiers who have fallen in the ongoing fighting.

Watch: Ishay Ribo and philharmonic dedicate song to fallen soldiers

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu on Haim Rotter scandal: 'He's like a murderer'

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu expresses deep shock over Haim Rotter’s crimes, says it is a mitzvah to report to police, protect victims, and prevent further harm.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu on Haim Rotter scandal: 'He's like a murderer'

Father of hostage warns:

Father of hostage warns: Hostages left behind in Gaza face greatest danger

Zvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan Mor, criticizes Israel’s handling of hostage negotiations, warns partial deal will endanger those left behind.

Father of hostage warns: Hostages left behind in Gaza face greatest danger

Journalist:

Journalist: Hamas' methods have not changed, IDF isn't learning lessons

Channel 12's Almog Boker condemns IDF for not implementing lessons from recent Gaza incidents, highlights ongoing security gaps that put soldiers at risk.

Journalist: Hamas' methods have not changed, IDF isn't learning lessons

Within 24 hours:

10 families establish Ramat Arbel in the Lower Galilee

In swift operation, ten families set up temporary settlement in the Galilee, marking the beginning of the Ramat Arbel settlement, as a direct response to the government’s 2023 decision.

10 families establish Ramat Arbel in the Lower Galilee

8-Month-Old Baby Battles Neuroblastoma - $216,000 Still Needed

Mother Fights Alone as Husband Falls Ill - Baby Sheina Yafa's Life Hangs in Balance

8-Month-Old Baby Battles Neuroblastoma - $216,000 Still Needed

MK Moshe Gafni:

MK Moshe Gafni: 'If Attorney General is hurt, haredim will be first to help her'

MK Moshe Gafni harshly criticizes Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of deliberately targeting the haredi community and noting that United Hatzalah volunteers would be the first to offer aid if she needed it.

MK Moshe Gafni: 'If Attorney General is hurt, haredim will be first to help her'

Watch:

Watch: IDF eliminates terror cell in Khan Yunis

The IDF has released footage of the elimination of an armed terrorist cell that approached Israeli forces in Gaza and posed a threat to them.

Watch: IDF eliminates terror cell in Khan Yunis

'Feeding The Enemy':

'Feeding The Enemy': IDF commander voices troops’ discontent over aid mission

A battalion commander stationed in the Gaza Strip has publicly acknowledged the frustration and emotional conflict among his troops assigned to oversee the transfer of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

'Feeding The Enemy': IDF commander voices troops’ discontent over aid mission

Bnei Akiva joins search for man vanished near Beit Shemesh

Dozens of volunteers from the Shiloh region, along with coordinators from the Bnei Akiva youth movement’s Jerusalem district, took part in the search for Yoram Filter.

Bnei Akiva joins search for man vanished near Beit Shemesh

Poll:

Poll: Religious Zionism surpasses electoral threshold, Likud drops

New poll shows Religious Zionism party gaining ground at Likud's expense, while Yesh Atid weakens; opposition bloc led by Naftali Bennett holds a significant lead over coalition.

Poll: Religious Zionism surpasses electoral threshold, Likud drops

IDF chief conducts inquiry at Gush Etzion terror attack scene

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir visits Gush Etzion Junction after deadly terror attack, praising quick response of IDF soldiers and civilian security personnel in preventing larger attack.

IDF chief conducts inquiry at Gush Etzion terror attack scene

Along Israel's coast:

High levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in sea turtles along Israel's coast

Scientists find high rates of multidrug-resistant bacteria in sea turtles, raising concerns about the ripple effects of human pollution on ocean health.

High levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in sea turtles along Israel's coast

Israel warns:

Israel warns: Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

Israeli official says that the deeply buried enriched uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility may be retrievable, complicating assessments of US strike damage.

Israel warns: Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: I hope 10 living hostages will be released 'in a few days'

In interview with Newsmax, Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses hope that 10 more living hostages will be released within days as ceasefire talks progress.

Netanyahu: I hope 10 living hostages will be released 'in a few days'

Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination attempt

Six Secret Service agents suspended for their roles in the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The move follows multiple investigations and the resignation of the agency's director.

Secret Service agents suspended over Trump assassination attempt

Over 'Heil Hitler' song

Slovakia festival cancels Kanye West performance over 'Heil Hitler' song

Slovakia's Rubicon hip hop festival cancels Kanye West's upcoming performance, his sole confirmed European show this year. The decision follows widespread uproar over West's May 8 release of "Heil Hitler," a song glorifying the Nazi leader.

Slovakia festival cancels Kanye West performance over 'Heil Hitler' song

Gov't stability at risk?

Minister Strock threatens to resign, putting government stability at risk

Minister of Settlements and National Missions warns during a conversation with an Ofakim resident: “If the war ends with Hamas still posing a threat, I will not remain a minister.”

Minister Strock threatens to resign, putting government stability at risk

Iair Horn recounts captivity, longing, and the ongoing nightmare

The brother who returned from Gaza’s tunnels speaks for the first time about the moment he realized he was being freed - without his brother Eitan, who remained behind.

Iair Horn recounts captivity, longing, and the ongoing nightmare

Disturbing footage:

Disturbing footage and tough questions: Terrorists emerge from rubble and open fire

Hamas releases disturbing footage showing terrorists hiding among rubble and firing a missile at the engineering vehicle operated by Master Sergeant (Res.) Abraham Azulay. The video also shows the terrorists charging while shooting - though it omits the fierce battle Azulay fought against them.

Disturbing footage and tough questions: Terrorists emerge from rubble and open fire

Brown University Associate Dean:

Brown University Associate Dean: 'We need to do better against cancer'

Dr. Wafik El-Deiry, Associate Dean for Oncologic Sciences at Brown University, spoke at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City to warn of the growing number of cancer patients and the way that inflation has affected research funding.

Brown University Associate Dean: 'We need to do better against cancer'

Brand Israel Founder:

Brand Israel Founder: 'Trump did the right thing - punishing even the intent to attack'

Ido Aharoni, veteran of Israel's Foreign Service & founder of the Brand Israel Program, praised President Trump for adopting the same principles as Israel in attacking Iran during an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

Brand Israel Founder: 'Trump did the right thing - punishing even the intent to attack'

WJC, OSCE/ODIHR team up to combat Antisemitism

The World Jewish Congress and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights formally agreed today to strengthen their collaboration in the fight against antisemitism.

WJC, OSCE/ODIHR team up to combat Antisemitism

Defense Mission Director:

Defense Mission Director: 'Israel feels alone - but not when we're with you'

Col. (Res.) Aviram A. Hasson, Director of the Israeli Ministry of Defense Mission to the USA and Canada, thanked America for its support at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

Defense Mission Director: 'Israel feels alone - but not when we're with you'

State Department to US citizens: 'Do not travel to Iran!'

State Department’s Hostage Affairs office cautions Americans over heightened detention risk, highlights plight of former hostage Emad Shargi in new awareness campaign.

State Department to US citizens: 'Do not travel to Iran!'

Eric Adams

Eric Adams: 'Stay and fight' in face of Mamdani and antisemitism

At Jewish Heritage event, incumbent NYC mayor tells Jewish constituents he has heard Jewish friends say they plan to leave the city in the face of the rise of Zohran Mamdani, urges Jews to stay to confront antisemitism.

Eric Adams: 'Stay and fight' in face of Mamdani and antisemitism

Gush Etzion terror attack:

Gush Etzion terror attack: Terrorists were PA police officers

The Palestinian Authority security forces have reportedly opened an investigation after two of their officers murdered Israeli security guard Shalev Zevuloni.

Gush Etzion terror attack: Terrorists were PA police officers

Rabbi Elie Weinstock:

Rabbi Elie Weinstock: 'We have excellent warriors - but our success is from heaven'

At an Israel Heritage Foundation event before the Fourth of July, Rabbi Elie Weinstock highlighted how both Israel and America were founded on faith in God's aid.

Rabbi Elie Weinstock: 'We have excellent warriors - but our success is from heaven'

1st time

1st time: Haredi combat unit deployed in Border Police operational sector

Approximately 80 Haredi soldiers who enlisted in the past year in a special track for them in the Border Police have begun operating in an operational sector in the Jerusalem envelope area.

1st time: Haredi combat unit deployed in Border Police operational sector




















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