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Times of Israel

Polish FM says IDF soldiers 'admit to war crimes,' setting up clash with Sa'ar

Israel's top diplomat says 'baseless' accusations from his Warsaw counterpart reveal 'profound ignorance,' lauds IDF's terrorist-to-civilian casualty ratio The post Polish FM says IDF soldiers 'admit to war crimes,' setting up clash with Sa'ar appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Times of Israel

Polish FM says IDF soldiers 'admit to war crimes,' setting up clash with Sa'ar

Times of Israel

Destruction of Jesus statue should serve as moral wake-up call for IDF, Israel

Israel boasts about being safe for Christians and other minorities, yet is unwilling to crack down on soldiers and civilians whose actions are taking a hammer to ties with Christians The post Destruction of Jesus statue should serve as moral wake-up call for IDF, Israel appeared first on The Times ...

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Times of Israel

Destruction of Jesus statue should serve as moral wake-up call for IDF, Israel

Times of Israel

IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash

Photo from West Bank shows soldier sporting badges with slogans calling for violence; army reiterates ban on non-military symbols after rise in troops wearing religious and political tags The post IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash appeared first on The Times ...

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Times of Israel

IDF probes soldier over inciting patches on uniform, amid growing backlash

Times of Israel

As IDF maintains hold on south Lebanon, residents of over 50 villages told to stay away

Amid truce, Lebanon's President Aoun says he has chosen to negotiate with Israel 'to save' his country The post As IDF maintains hold on south Lebanon, residents of over 50 villages told to stay away appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Times of Israel

As IDF maintains hold on south Lebanon, residents of over 50 villages told to stay away

Jerusalem Post

Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF announce joint bust of global Iranian terror network, including in Azerbaijan

Top Iranian leaders of the network from Unit 4000 of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Intelligence were killed during the recent Israeli-US war against Iran.

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Jerusalem Post

Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF announce joint bust of global Iranian terror network, including in Azerbaijan

Jerusalem Post

IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar decried the incident, labeling it “grave and disgraceful” and extending an apology to Christians who felt hurt by the incident.

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Jerusalem Post

IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic

Jerusalem Post

WATCH: IDF strikes ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher in southern Lebanon

The IDF additionally released a warning to civilians in southern Lebanon, urging them not to move south of certain villages due to ongoing operations against Hezbollah.

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Jerusalem Post

WATCH: IDF strikes ready-to-fire Hezbollah launcher in southern Lebanon

Jerusalem Post

‘Their legacy commands us’: IDF chief marks Remembrance Day with call for unity, resolve

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir says fallen soldiers "remain with us in every step" as Israel marks its third remembrance day since the October 7 massacre.

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Jerusalem Post

‘Their legacy commands us’: IDF chief marks Remembrance Day with call for unity, resolve

Haaretz

'Is this really the solution?': Inside the IDF's new buffer zone in southern Lebanon

To Israelis, the words 'security zone' evoke difficult memories of 18 years in the Lebanese quagmire and continuous friction that exacted a heavy price. Today, it seems the only thing that has changed is the terminology

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Haaretz

'Is this really the solution?': Inside the IDF's new buffer zone in southern Lebanon

Haaretz

Memorial Day 2026: 174 IDF soldiers, 79 Israeli civilians killed in past year

According to National Insurance Institute data, since 1851 – the date chosen as the beginning of the pre-state Jewish community in what is now Israel – 5,313 civilians have been killed. Of these, 3,762 have been killed since the War of Independence in 1948, including 1,017 who were killed since the ...

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Haaretz

Memorial Day 2026: 174 IDF soldiers, 79 Israeli civilians killed in past year

Times of Israel

Daily Briefing Apr. 20 – ToI reports from new Lebanon 'forward defense area'

Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian on the same, but different, security zone being set up on Israel's northern border after a 26-year gap and the IDF's assessment of the Iran arena The post Daily Briefing Apr. 20 – ToI reports from new Lebanon 'forward defense area' appeared first on The Times ...

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Daily Briefing Apr. 20 – ToI reports from new Lebanon 'forward defense area'

Jerusalem Post

Israel’s Lebanon move raises doubts over gas, Hezbollah and the 2022 maritime deal - analysis

The new buffer zone reflects Israel’s long-term security strategy, with gas concerns secondary to countering Hezbollah.

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Israel’s Lebanon move raises doubts over gas, Hezbollah and the 2022 maritime deal - analysis

Jerusalem Post

Hezbollah remains the central barrier in israel-lebanon negotiations - opinion

Peace with Israel hinges on whether Lebanon can reclaim sovereignty from Hezbollah’s parallel structures.

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Hezbollah remains the central barrier in israel-lebanon negotiations - opinion

Haaretz

IDF says it is investigating soldier who smashed Jesus statue in southern Lebanon

The IDF said that an initial examination determined that the photograph is authentic, adding that 'the soldier's conduct is wholly inconsistent with the values expected of its troops.' Israeli strikes have reportedly hit many religious sites in Lebanon

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IDF says it is investigating soldier who smashed Jesus statue in southern Lebanon

Times of Israel

Iran 'is our war,' says UK lawmaker Greg Smith &8212; contrary to PM Starmer's claims

The new head of the Conservative Friends of Israel lambasts the Labour party's handling of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, as antisemitism in Britain reaches 'appalling' levels The post Iran 'is our war,' says UK lawmaker Greg Smith &8212; contrary to PM Starmer's claims appeared first on The Times ...

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Iran 'is our war,' says UK lawmaker Greg Smith &8212; contrary to PM Starmer's claims

Times of Israel

Two young men charged with spying for Iran

19-year-old kept contact with Iranian agent even after 'threatening messages' sent to his family members, bought ticket to meet his handler in Dubai The post Two young men charged with spying for Iran appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Two young men charged with spying for Iran

Jerusalem Post

Russian authorities detain 40 Israelis landing in Moscow over 'involvement' in Iran war - report

The Israelis, some of whom held dual Russian citizenship, were detained in Domodedovo Airport and told that Iran's enemy is Russia's enemy, according to reports.

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Russian authorities detain 40 Israelis landing in Moscow over 'involvement' in Iran war - report

Jerusalem Post

United Arab Emirates arrests members of Iran‑linked terrorist cell, authorities say

The UAE announced it has dismantled a terrorist cell linked to Iran, arresting its members over a plot to destabilize the country.

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United Arab Emirates arrests members of Iran‑linked terrorist cell, authorities say

Jerusalem Post

Netanyahu: Iran would have achieved nuclear bomb if Israel had not attacked over past 15 months

Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that this would be "the beginning of the end for the Jewish people" during a meeting with the torchlighters for Israel's 78th Independence Day ceremony.

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Netanyahu: Iran would have achieved nuclear bomb if Israel had not attacked over past 15 months

Haaretz

Netanyahu says Iran war not over, quips that Milei's visit indicates 'something big' about to happen

'It's not over yet,' the prime minister said, calling the U.S.-Israeli campaign 'the battle of civilization against barbarism.' Welcoming the Argentine president on his third official visit, Netanyahu said 'every time he visits Israel, it's right before something very big happens'

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Netanyahu says Iran war not over, quips that Milei's visit indicates 'something big' about to happen

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Milei Affirms Argentina's Support for Israel and US in the War Against Iran

i24 News – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Argentine President Javier Milei announced the first-ever direct flight route between Israel...

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Milei Affirms Argentina's Support for Israel and US in the War Against Iran

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UK Police Examine Iran Links to Arson Attacks on Jewish Targets

British police said they are investigating possible Iran links to a series of arson attacks on Jewish targets in London,...

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UK Police Examine Iran Links to Arson Attacks on Jewish Targets

Times of Israel

Free webinar: Managing your Israeli property remotely in uncertain times - Sponsored Content

Join our free webinar this Sunday for expert insights on operations, risks, and the decision-making process when managing property in Israel from afar. The post Free webinar: Managing your Israeli property remotely in uncertain times appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Free webinar: Managing your Israeli property remotely in uncertain times - Sponsored Content

Jerusalem Post

Thousands urge Israeli media to skip state Independence Day ceremony, air civilian alternative

The campaign was launched by Yotam Kipnis, a resident of Kibbutz Be’eri who lost both his parents and several relatives in the October 7 massacre.

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Thousands urge Israeli media to skip state Independence Day ceremony, air civilian alternative

Haaretz

Five Israeli families of killed hostages. Five different stories of remembrance

Tamir Nimrodi's father learned of his death after 740 days. When Idan Shtivi was declared dead, his mother accepted it – but not his father. Yagev Buchshtav's parents were informed twice that their son had been killed. Shlomo Mansour's sister carries a heavy burden, and another battle awaits the father ...

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Five Israeli families of killed hostages. Five different stories of remembrance

Haaretz

'You can't heal in a perpetual war': Israeli peace activist Yonatan Zeigen on following in his mother's footsteps

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'You can't heal in a perpetual war': Israeli peace activist Yonatan Zeigen on following in his mother's footsteps

Haaretz

Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija finalist for league's Most Improved Player award

Avdija's historic season continued with the announcement that he is one of three finalists for the prestigious award ■ He scored 30 points and recorded 10 rebounds in a loss to San Antonio on Sunday

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Israeli NBA star Deni Avdija finalist for league's Most Improved Player award

Haaretz

Israeli media's manipulative, selective coverage of sexual violence

Selective reports in the Israeli media construct a collective image of Palestinian monstrosity while ignoring sexual abuse of Palestinians in Israeli prisons and by settlers

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Israeli media's manipulative, selective coverage of sexual violence

Times of Israel

Despite cost of living hikes, Israelis are eating more beef, veal

Annual per capita consumption of 20.2 kilograms of bovine meat last year was 7% up on the year before, Agriculture Ministry says; purchases set to jump for Independence Day The post Despite cost of living hikes, Israelis are eating more beef, veal appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Despite cost of living hikes, Israelis are eating more beef, veal

Times of Israel

Israel announces exposure of Iranian terror network targeting Israelis abroad

Arrests by Azerbaijan over planned synagogue and embassy attacks exposed drone plots and intelligence gathering operations; ringleaders killed during Iran war The post Israel announces exposure of Iranian terror network targeting Israelis abroad appeared first on The Times of Israel.

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Israel announces exposure of Iranian terror network targeting Israelis abroad

Haaretz

Thousands of Israelis sign petition urging TV networks not to broadcast State Independence Day ceremony

The petition was launched by Yotam Kipnis of Kibbutz Be'eri, whose parents and relatives were killed on Oct. 7. Kipnis is set to host a civilian ceremony at a dedicated Tel Aviv square, and condemned the government's efforts to whitewash its neglect of the hostages

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Thousands of Israelis sign petition urging TV networks not to broadcast State Independence Day ceremony

Haaretz

'Swimming against the tide, but swimming': More Israelis and Palestinians now choose to grieve together

The joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day ceremony is now in its 21st year. One of its organizers says that people are now joining faster after the loss of their loved ones, understanding 'they can't remain indifferent'

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'Swimming against the tide, but swimming': More Israelis and Palestinians now choose to grieve together

Jerusalem Post

Ashab al-Yamin claimed responsibility for Skopje, Munich attacks on Jewish sites

Surveillance footage published last Sunday by Israeli Ambassador to North Macedonia Vivian Aisen showed two men climbing a fence before dousing a building with an accelerant.

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Ashab al-Yamin claimed responsibility for Skopje, Munich attacks on Jewish sites

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The Jewish Bund Was Popular &8212; But It Couldn't Save Lives Like a Jewish State Could

If you are a fan of klezmer music, you may be familiar with a catchy up-tempo Yiddish song "Barikadn" (barricades), recorded by...

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The Jewish Bund Was Popular &8212; But It Couldn't Save Lives Like a Jewish State Could