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Haredi MK blasts 'selective criticism'

Anger at Knesset Committee discussion on judges' salaries, opposition MKs blast refusal to allow Justice Ministry rep to speak.

Haredi MK blasts 'selective criticism'

Riots at the Western Wall

Women of the Wall block main entry and exit from Western Wall plaza, allegedly endangering lives.

Riots at the Western Wall

Karlin-Stoliner Rebbe to followers: 'Have we lost our minds?'

Karlin-Stolin Rebbe condemns Bnei Brak riots, stressing 'no justification' for violent behavior.

Karlin-Stoliner Rebbe to followers: 'Have we lost our minds?'

Historic changes on the Temple Mount

Visiting hours for Jews ascending Temple Mount during Ramadan to be expanded.

Historic changes on the Temple Mount

Rabbis oppose women serving in Armored Corps

Senior Religious Zionist rabbis express strong opposition to the Armored Corps' pilot to integrate women into offensive combat roles as well as border security forces due to religious issues.

Rabbis oppose women serving in Armored Corps

20 apartments sold in 24 hours

How a buyer group moved ahead of the market in northern Karmei Gat

20 apartments sold in 24 hours

Confrontation in Knesset

'Why won't you condemn the massacre?'

MK Tzvi Sukkot criticizes MK Sameer Bin Said, demanding he condemn the October 7th massacre during a discussion regarding inciting teachers within the education system.

'Why won't you condemn the massacre?'

Smotrich:

'The goal - abolish Oslo, encourage Arab emigration'

The Religious Zionist Party holds an event marking the "Settlement Revolution," which includes the establishment of dozens of new outposts and the strengthening of Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.

'The goal - abolish Oslo, encourage Arab emigration'

Giant banner calls for 'religious' protections for all soldiers

A giant banner at the entrance to Bnei Brak urges the IDF to respect religious soldiers’ faith and provide service conditions in line with Jewish law.

Giant banner calls for 'religious' protections for all soldiers

Ben Gvir to AG

'I don't count you, you're a criminal'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir launched a sharp attack on Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara during an "Otzma Yehudit" conference in Netivot.

'I don't count you, you're a criminal'

Nir Barkat:

Emirates model can replace Palestinian Authority

Nir Barkat proposes a Hebron-based “Emirates model" as an alternative to a two-state solution and highlights Israel’s growing ties with Asia and the US.

Emirates model can replace Palestinian Authority

Gaza smuggling case

Transcripts of Bezalel Zini's interrogation revealed

Bezalel Zini admitted during his interrogation that his subordinate, Aviel Ben David, suggested that he participate in smuggling goods into Gaza and even reported to him about carrying out such operations.

Transcripts of Bezalel Zini's interrogation revealed

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Drama in Snir River ends well

Rescue teams from the Galil-Golan station rescued a man and his dog who were stranded on the banks of the Snir River.

Drama in Snir River ends well

Ben Gvir: 'Blood of murdered Arabs is on Baharav-Miara's hands'

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir sharply criticized Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, claiming that she is preventing the strengthening of the fight against crime in the Arab sector.

Ben Gvir: 'Blood of murdered Arabs is on Baharav-Miara's hands'

Israelis Exonerated:

Fire at Arab farm was caused by electrical fault

A sheepfold near Hebron caught fire and about 50 animals burned to death. Police said the fire was caused by an electrical fault and there is no suspicion of a nationalist attack.

Fire at Arab farm was caused by electrical fault

Death penalty noose pin banned from the Knesset

Elad Deputy Mayor Yaniv Badlov was refused entry to the Knesset over a noose-shaped pin backing the death penalty for terrorists; the directive is under review.

Death penalty noose pin banned from the Knesset

Smotrich to Arab MK:

'You're killing each other, are we to blame?'

The finance minister confronted MK Iman Khatib-Yassin regarding the recent uptick in violence among Arab communities.

'You're killing each other, are we to blame?'

Love wins

Israel's divorce rate plunged by 3.9% in 2025

Rabbinical courts report a 3.9% fall in divorces, tougher sanctions on get refusals, and progress in resolving cases of women unable to remarry.

Israel's divorce rate plunged by 3.9% in 2025

Police Appeal:

Senior Netanyahu advisor not be allowed to leave the country

The District Court accepted the police appeal and restored the restrictive conditions on the prime minister's chief of staff and ambassador-designate to the United Kingdom, Tzachi Braverman.

Senior Netanyahu advisor not be allowed to leave the country

Footage from Bnei Brak:

Suspects attack Viznitz hassidim and are arrested

Police arrest five suspects who allegedly threw projectiles at members of the Viznitz Hassidic court.

Suspects attack Viznitz hassidim and are arrested

Bnei Brak burning

Arson, attacks on drivers, and clashes with police

Dozens of youths set fires, blocked roads, and clashed with police in Bnei Brak, as Mayor Hanoch Zeibert urged parents to keep teens at home.

Arson, attacks on drivers, and clashes with police

Daburiyya man charged in brutal debt-linked abduction

Prosecutors say the 25-year-old abducted a debtor from an Afula pizza shop, burned him with a heated iron rod, and threatened him at gunpoint.

Daburiyya man charged in brutal debt-linked abduction

Samaria Rabbis:

'Israeli farms are blessed endeavors, but violence is forbidden'

Samaria rabbis published an unusual ruling of support for the farms, alongside clear guidelines and an absolute prohibition on violence.

'Israeli farms are blessed endeavors, but violence is forbidden'

Elkana Bohbot returns to Teddy Stadium

Former hostage Elkana Bohbot returns to Teddy Stadium and is welcomed in an emotional ceremony. "I have had moments in my life when you return to your roots, to your values, to your faith, and to your city."

Elkana Bohbot returns to Teddy Stadium

At Idan Amedi concert

Rom Braslavski: I am here thanks to you

Former hostage Rom Braslavski thanks IDF soldiers during a tribute evening at an Idan Amedi concert, moving the audience. "I salute you."

Rom Braslavski: I am here thanks to you

'Handful of fringe individuals'

Bnei Brak Mayor urges parents to keep children away from protests

Mayor Hanoch Zeibert warns recent violent demonstrations are an 'educational disaster' and calls on families to prevent youth from joining unrest.

Bnei Brak Mayor urges parents to keep children away from protests

Arutz Sheva Exclusive:

Rabbi Abuhatzeira's blessing fulfilled in an astonishing way

Hostage survivor Segev Kalfon described his father's meeting with Rabbi David Abuhatzeira, and said how the blessing the Rabbi spoke accompanied his family until the release on Hoshanah Rabbah.

Rabbi Abuhatzeira's blessing fulfilled in an astonishing way

Ohad Tal:

Crown Prince Pahlavi signals hope for Iran, and Israel

In wide-ranging Arutz Sheva interview, Religious Zionism MK discusses meeting Reza Pahlavi, US backing, Judea and Samaria policy, haredi draft reform and dairy overhaul.

Crown Prince Pahlavi signals hope for Iran, and Israel

Smotrich: Set a new policy for returning hostages

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "Bring the Law to Adopt the Conclusions of the Shamgar Committee to the Cabinet for Decision."

Smotrich: Set a new policy for returning hostages

IDF Chief: Israel is in a multi-front campaign

LTG Eyal Zamir tells reserve commanders 2026 will bring intensified operations, structural reforms, and expanded support for reservists.

IDF Chief: Israel is in a multi-front campaign

Diaspora Ministry

Oxfam to cease operations in Gaza on February 28

Move follows Oxfam CEO's admission she was pressured to accuse Israel of 'genocide' without sufficient evidence and accusation of antisemitism against organization leaders.

Oxfam to cease operations in Gaza on February 28

All detainees arrested in Bnei Brak riots released

Judges release all 26 arrested in Bnei Brak riots, attorneys say arrests were 'show arrests.'

All detainees arrested in Bnei Brak riots released

Record high in traffic accidents

Tel Aviv leads in number of casualties

According to data from Or Yarok and the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), 459 people were killed in traffic accidents in 2025, the deadliest year in two decades.

Tel Aviv leads in number of casualties

Supreme Court to decide

Can a political party be named 'The Reservists'?

Combat reservist movement argues Yoaz Hendel’s party name exploits IDF service for politics, warning it undermines military neutrality and misleads the public.

Can a political party be named 'The Reservists'?

Producer of "Tehran" series passes away during filming in Athens

Television producer Dana Eden, known for her work on series such as "The Dubber," "Saving Wildlife," and "Mother's Day," passed away in a hotel in Athens.

Producer of "Tehran" series passes away during filming in Athens

Gantz urges global action to dismantle Iran’s regime

At Conference of Presidents event, MK Benny Gantz calls for united global action to dismantle the Iranian regime, emphasizing the need for military, economic, and diplomatic measures to secure peace in the Middle East.

Gantz urges global action to dismantle Iran’s regime

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: Delegitimize antisemites targeting Israel

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar condemns UN Rapporteur Francesca Albanese for antisemitic remarks, urges Israel to take an offensive stance against those delegitimizing the Jewish state.

Foreign Minister Sa'ar: Delegitimize antisemites targeting Israel

This is Naftali Bennett's plan for drafting haredim

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett responds to destructive haredi riot, suggesting complete end to funding and solution for haredi enlistment in the IDF.

This is Naftali Bennett's plan for drafting haredim

Good news for Gush Etzion residents

Route 60 between Elazar and Husan in Gush Etzion opens to traffic. With two lanes in each direction and advanced infrastructure, this 7 km stretch will significantly improve traffic flow and safety.

Good news for Gush Etzion residents

Fire in Bat Yam damages religious items

Firefighters arrive in Bat Yam, extinguishing blaze in structure used to store holy items.

Fire in Bat Yam damages religious items

Avigdor Liberman:

'Treat the rioters like terrorists'

Chairman of Yisrael Beyteinu, MK Avigdor Liberman, condemns Bnei Brak riots, blames haredi leadership, calls for Border Police deployment

'Treat the rioters like terrorists'

Shikma Jail:

MKs visit Bezalel Zini

MK Zvi Sukkot visited Bezalel Zini, brother of Shin Bet chief David Zini, at Shikma Prison. Zini is being held on suspicion of involvement in a cigarette smuggling affair to Gaza.

MKs visit Bezalel Zini

Illegal construction demolitions - even during Ramadan

Over the past two years more than 700 demolition orders have been issued for buildings in neighborhoods in Jerusalem. Under Minister Ben‑Gvir's policy, demolitions are being carried out even during Ramadan.

Illegal construction demolitions - even during Ramadan

TOM NEEDS YOU

Tom's brain damage worsens daily - $95,719 to save him

Israeli doctors can only monitor Tom's decline - but a proven stem cell treatment in Serbia could stabilize his condition and prevent further loss. 90 donors have already joined the fight.

Tom's brain damage worsens daily - $95,719 to save him

While capturing thieves:

Ancient stone vessel production facility uncovered in Jerusalem

Large stone tool workshop from the Second Temple period, which produced tools for Jews some 2,000 years ago, uncovered in a cave on the eastern slopes of Mount Scopus in Jerusalem.

Ancient stone vessel production facility uncovered in Jerusalem

Suspicious envelope found at Netanyahu's office

Police teams sent to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office in Jerusalem following arrival of suspicious envelope.

Suspicious envelope found at Netanyahu's office

Bnei Brak outrage reaches the Knesset

'In the overwhelming majority of cases, these were show arrests,' the attorneys claimed. 'The purpose of the arrest was solely to create a deterrent effect.'

Bnei Brak outrage reaches the Knesset

Shas MK:

'A disgrace, I am ashamed of this'

MK Yinon Azoulay strongly condemns the violence in the streets of Bnei Brak: "These people are not from our camp. All the great rabbis of the generation denounce such behavior."

'A disgrace, I am ashamed of this'

Deni Avdija makes history as first Israeli NBA All-Star

Deni Avdija makes history as the first Israeli to play in the NBA All-Star Game. He finishes with 5 points, 4 assists, and plays key minutes for Team World, marking a historic achievement for Israel.

Deni Avdija makes history as first Israeli NBA All-Star

Arrests for show?

27 haredi protesters detained, 20 released

Lawyers representing the detainees in Bnei Brak claim that most of them were passersby who were not involved in the riots.

27 haredi protesters detained, 20 released

Israeli flags confiscated at Israeli singer's Paris concert

Security guards at the Casino de Paris where Itay Levy performed confiscated Israeli flags at the entrance and seized flags that had been smuggled in while the performance was underway.

Israeli flags confiscated at Israeli singer's Paris concert

Oil, gas, aircraft:

Inside the US-Iran deal proposals

Tehran outlines potential cooperation in oil, gas, mining and aircraft purchases as it seeks sanctions relief in renewed nuclear talks with Washington.

Inside the US-Iran deal proposals

Rabbis Lando and Hirsch condemn riots in Bnei Brak

Two prominent haredi leaders condemned the riots today, writing that they were forbidden both as a danger and a sacrilege.

Rabbis Lando and Hirsch condemn riots in Bnei Brak

Netanyahu:

Israel ready to phase out US military aid

At Jerusalem gala, Prime Minister outlines strict Iran terms, vows to disarm Hamas, phase out US aid and confront rising antisemitism.

Israel ready to phase out US military aid

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Haredi rioters attack two news crews in Bnei Brak

Haredi yeshiva students assaulted crews from Channel 13 and Kan News amid riots in the city.

Haredi rioters attack two news crews in Bnei Brak

Petition seeks to allow thousands of Gazans into Israel

32 senior Israeli doctors are seeking to join a petition to the Supreme Court to allow the immediate evacuation of Palestinian patients for medical treatment.

Petition seeks to allow thousands of Gazans into Israel




























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