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Security discussion nixed after Smotrich refuses to attend alongside Shin Bet chief

Hostages’ families ‘alarmed’ important cabinet meeting called off due to ‘personal, political reasons’ amid probe into leak of secret info...

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Netanyahu tells Macron Palestinian state would be a ‘huge prize for terror’

French president urges PM to renew aid to Gaza and end the war, in phone call 3 days after premier’s son swore online at Macron for planning to...

yesterday 10

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Shin Bet official detained for classified intel leak; coalition fumes over ‘deep state’ probe

Official suspected of passing on info on probe into Kahanism in police force under Ben Gvir; Netanyahu shares Likud post claiming Bar, Baharav-Miara...

yesterday 30

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Witkoff indicates US seeks to cap Iran uranium enrichment, not dismantle nuclear program altogether

Trump envoy appears to use key JCPOA component as reference point for current talks * Iran says 2nd round will be held in Oman after sides seemed to...

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Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran’s nuclear program ‘very quickly’

Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran’s nuclear program ‘very quickly’

Asked about US talks with Iran on its nuclear program, US President Donald Trump told reporters Sunday that he expects a decision to be made soon,...

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Educators, reservists, ex-diplomats are latest to urge hostage deal, even by ending war

Petitions signed by thousands pan ongoing fighting for allegedly serving political interests, straying from war goals; warn operation endangers lives...

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Suspect in arson at home of US Jewish governor planned to beat him with a hammer

Suspect in arson at home of US Jewish governor planned to beat him with a hammer

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania — A man who US authorities say scaled an iron security fence early Sunday morning, eluded police, and broke into the...

previous day 9

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End of Days and divine providence: Netanyahu gives interview to evangelical Trump adviser

End of Days and divine providence: Netanyahu gives interview to evangelical Trump adviser

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on his trip to Washington, DC, sat down for an English-language interview published Friday with a prominent...

previous day 9

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Islam-centered neighborhood plan draws backlash from Texas governor, locals

Islam-centered neighborhood plan draws backlash from Texas governor, locals

A proposed development project by a local Muslim community in Texas — envisioning a neighborhood with a mosque and school at its center “that...

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Lebanon’s PM visits Syria’s interim president to discuss border, prisoners, refugees

Lebanon’s PM visits Syria’s interim president to discuss border, prisoners, refugees

BEIRUT, Lebanon — Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam led a high-level ministerial delegation to Syria on Monday for talks with Syrian Interim...

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New national security affair being probed; details barred from publication

New national security affair being probed; details barred from publication

The Shin Bet and the Justice Ministry’s Department of Internal Police Investigations are looking into a new affair related to national security,...

previous day 8

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Anti-government protesters spark anger with Passover pita display at minister’s home

Anti-government protesters spark anger with Passover pita display at minister’s home

‘One pita a day,’ spelled out with bread, references meager rations given to hostages; Idit Silman condemns ‘scum,’ other ministers say...

previous day 9

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Netanyahu tells parents of hostage Israel is working on deal to free 10 captives

Netanyahu tells parents of hostage Israel is working on deal to free 10 captives

Hostages Forum, Tikva Forum say all hostages must be released in one go; Egyptian source says Hamas asked for more time to respond to latest...

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Over 250 ex-Mossad members, 3 former chiefs urge hostage deal even if it ends war

Over 250 ex-Mossad members, 3 former chiefs urge hostage deal even if it ends war

Signing onto last week’s air force letter, former security service leaders join wave of calls to prioritize captives over fighting: ‘Every day...

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London cop who worked in hate crimes unit sacked for antisemitic posts after Oct. 7

London cop who worked in hate crimes unit sacked for antisemitic posts after Oct. 7

One of the images showed Hitler morphing into Netanyahu amid other ‘antisemitic and grossly offensive’ posts to Instagram in the wake of Hamas...

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Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran ‘very quickly’

Trump says he expects to make a decision on Iran ‘very quickly’

Next round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations reportedly slated for this Saturday in Rome * Witkoff said to have briefed Dermer on talks held in Oman...

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With Hamas delegation in Cairo, Israel awaits response to latest hostage deal proposal

With Hamas delegation in Cairo, Israel awaits response to latest hostage deal proposal

Haaretz reports Egyptian plan would see Cairo overseeing Hamas demilitarization; Ynet claims US has promised terror group a commitment that Israel...

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Israel’s marathon runners win four medals, including a gold, at European Championships

Israel’s marathon runners win four medals, including a gold, at European Championships

Men’s team clinches gold for 2nd time in 3 years with Ayale and Teferi earning individual medals; women’s team takes silver after Salpeter beats...

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Two Arab men shot dead in separate incidents amid slew of murders over recent days

Two Arab men shot dead in separate incidents amid slew of murders over recent days

Victims named as Mohammed Abd Tarabieh, 28, and 31-year-old father of two Elias Matran; Killings bring homicides recorded in community since start of...

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Long, fraught timeline of US-Iran tensions as nuclear negotiators meet

Long, fraught timeline of US-Iran tensions as nuclear negotiators meet

From the 1979 revolution to Saturday’s sitdown, a look at key dates in the long-simmering conflict

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IDF strikes reported in central Gaza; hospital building said hit after warning to evacuate

IDF strikes reported in central Gaza; hospital building said hit after warning to evacuate

Earlier, military warned residents of coming attack in Nuseirat after rocket launch * US in hurry for nuclear deal, Iran says after high-stakes talks

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IDF intercepts rocket fired from Gaza on Passover Eve, orders evacuation in launch area

IDF intercepts rocket fired from Gaza on Passover Eve, orders evacuation in launch area

Army’s Arabic spokesman says, ‘We will attack with great force every area from which rockets are launched’

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Eurovision organizers shun Spanish request to hold debate on Israel’s participation

Eurovision organizers shun Spanish request to hold debate on Israel’s participation

EBU notes ‘concerns and deeply held views regarding the conflict in the Middle East’ but says all members will participate in song contest

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Hostages’ families to hold Passover Seder in Tel Aviv, invite public to join

Hostages’ families to hold Passover Seder in Tel Aviv, invite public to join

Second festival of freedom since Oct. 7 comes as Israel submits softened proposal to renew Gaza truce-ceasefire deal, amid reported slow-down in talks...

12.04.2025 30

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Three men shot dead in Ramle amid bloody underworld feud

Three men shot dead in Ramle amid bloody underworld feud

Triple murder at hookah shop is believed to be linked to double homicide in the central city a day earlier; suspect in neighboring Lod arrested

12.04.2025 20

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Witkoff: US ‘red line’ is no ‘weaponization’ of Iran’s nuclear program

Witkoff: US ‘red line’ is no ‘weaponization’ of Iran’s nuclear program

Trump envoy signals flexibility ahead of Saturday talks in Oman with Iranian FM * Houthis claim responsibility for launching two drones at ‘military...

12.04.2025 40

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Hapoel Tel Aviv defeats Gran Canaria to win its first ever EuroCup Basketball

Hapoel Tel Aviv defeats Gran Canaria to win its first ever EuroCup Basketball

‘In my view we defeated Hamas,’ says Israeli squad’s owner after defeating 2 Spanish teams on way to title; with victory, Hapoel will join its...

12.04.2025 30

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Lebanese army said to enter Hezbollah bases north of Litani River for first time

Lebanese army said to enter Hezbollah bases north of Litani River for first time

Military has almost completed dismantling terror group’s infrastructure south of the river, Lebanese Al Jadeed network reports, amid US pressure

12.04.2025 30

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Top Iranian officials told Khamenei to allow US nuke talks or risk fall of regime – NYT

Top Iranian officials told Khamenei to allow US nuke talks or risk fall of regime – NYT

In rare coordinated effort, officials said to have warned Iran’s supreme leader that military threats from US and Israel are real, and country faces...

11.04.2025 20

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Ex-hostage recalls Passover in Gaza, says remaining captives ‘in chains’ during holiday

Ex-hostage recalls Passover in Gaza, says remaining captives ‘in chains’ during holiday

Agam Berger recounts how she clung to faith during her 482 days in captivity, says she marked festival of freedom last year with corn flour pita,...

11.04.2025 10

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Report: Iran considering proposing interim nuclear deal in talks with US

Report: Iran considering proposing interim nuclear deal in talks with US

Trump administration imposes new sanctions on Iranian oil trading networks, including Chinese storage terminal * Second American aircraft carrier...

11.04.2025 40

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Palestinian who stabbed two at age 13 is freed, said to have developed schizophrenia

Palestinian who stabbed two at age 13 is freed, said to have developed schizophrenia

Supreme Court denied mental health parole for Ahmad Manasra, 20, convicted of terrorism for seriously wounding two in 2015 attack in Jerusalem

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Ahead of Passover, Ben Gurion Airport sees busiest day since October 7

Ahead of Passover, Ben Gurion Airport sees busiest day since October 7

Some 80,000 travelers pass through airport — a 60% increase year-on-year — on over 500 flights by almost 50 carriers; travel was hit hard by war...

11.04.2025 50

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Suspected US strikes overnight in Yemen kill at least 3 people, Houthi rebels say

Suspected US strikes overnight in Yemen kill at least 3 people, Houthi rebels say

Bombing said to hit al-Sabeen district of capital Sanaa; toll from earlier attack on Hodeida rises to 13; US military gives no information

10.04.2025 30

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Hamas urges UK court to remove terror label, claims group is battling ‘genocide’

Hamas urges UK court to remove terror label, claims group is battling ‘genocide’

Senior Hamas official Moussa Abu Marzouk pens witness statement falsely asserting Oct. 7 onslaught was directed only at military; lawyers say UK has...

10.04.2025 30

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Hamas urges UK to remove terror label, accusing London of complicity in ‘genocide’

Hamas urges UK to remove terror label, accusing London of complicity in ‘genocide’

US vice president meets Israeli ex-hostages, relatives of captives at White House * 2 men shot dead amid violent clashes between Bedouin rival clans,...

10.04.2025 50

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Attacked online by PM’s backers, ex-hostage hits back: ‘Wish death upon Hamas, not me’

Attacked online by PM’s backers, ex-hostage hits back: ‘Wish death upon Hamas, not me’

Liri Albag, who spent 15 months in Hamas captivity, decries ‘heartless, inhuman’ comments after she placed blame on Netanyahu for Oct. 7; premier...

10.04.2025 40

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At his trial, Netanyahu lashes out at law enforcement, says police sought to oust him

At his trial, Netanyahu lashes out at law enforcement, says police sought to oust him

Arriving at courthouse from DC trip, PM claims series of leaks from testimonies given to cops by witnesses in his corruption cases were deliberate...

09.04.2025 10

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Likud spokesman berates members for staying silent on High Court’s Shin Bet ruling

Likud spokesman berates members for staying silent on High Court’s Shin Bet ruling

Netanyahu confidant tells journalists government will treat domestic agency head Ronen Bar like a ‘potted plant’ after judges issue interim order...

09.04.2025 30

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Iran sends new missiles to Iraqi proxies that were said to be disarming – report

Iran sends new missiles to Iraqi proxies that were said to be disarming – report

Delivery, days before nuclear talks with US, reportedly includes missiles that can reach Europe, in apparent bid to reassure what remains of ‘Axis...

09.04.2025 50

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‘We owe our lives to you’: Former Gaza hostages implore Trump to help free the rest

‘We owe our lives to you’: Former Gaza hostages implore Trump to help free the rest

‘You saved the lives of 33 hostages,’ Israeli-American Keith Siegel tells president; Trump says Hamas is a ‘disaster,’ what hostages endured...

09.04.2025 20

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IAF chief said trying to halt publication of letter urging reservists not to serve

IAF chief said trying to halt publication of letter urging reservists not to serve

Reports say hundreds of air force reservists have signed missive arguing resumption of war was politically motivated

09.04.2025 40

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Poll: 53% of Americans now have unfavorable view of Israel, 32% confident in Netanyahu

Poll: 53% of Americans now have unfavorable view of Israel, 32% confident in Netanyahu

US judge gives government a day to present evidence against Columbia anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil * Houthis report 2 killed in suspected US...

09.04.2025 40

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Hezbollah using maritime smuggling route for weapons, funds from Iran – report

Hezbollah using maritime smuggling route for weapons, funds from Iran – report

Saudi site says terror group has been asserting control over Beirut port, using it as main smuggling artery amid crackdowns by Lebanon, Syria and...

08.04.2025 20

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Full text of Trump, Netanyahu in Oval Office: ‘We’re having direct talks with Iran’

Full text of Trump, Netanyahu in Oval Office: ‘We’re having direct talks with Iran’

Revealing US-Iran contacts on nukes, alongside a wary PM, Trump warns regime will be ‘in great danger’ if they fail; does not offer tariff relief...

08.04.2025 40

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Houthis say intel commander killed as suspected US strikes pound Yemen overnight

Houthis say intel commander killed as suspected US strikes pound Yemen overnight

Strikes hit weapons and ammunition depots; rebel group carries out arrests, detains deputy head of intelligence service for allegedly leaking...

08.04.2025 30

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Florida wins NCAA title as team with Jewish coach bests Israeli guard in final moments

Florida wins NCAA title as team with Jewish coach bests Israeli guard in final moments

Houston narrowly misses victory in men’s college basketball tournament; Florida’s Todd Golden is one of three Jewish coaches to lead teams in this...

08.04.2025 30

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High Court set to hear high-stakes challenge to government’s firing of Shin Bet chief

High Court set to hear high-stakes challenge to government’s firing of Shin Bet chief

Session on removal of Ronen Bar starts at 9 a.m. * US Supreme Court lets Trump pursue deportations under 1798 law, with limits * Germany’s likely...

08.04.2025 30

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Leaders of France, Jordan, Egypt press Trump on Gaza ceasefire, as Netanyahu visits

Leaders of France, Jordan, Egypt press Trump on Gaza ceasefire, as Netanyahu visits

Trio at Cairo summit also urge resumption of humanitarian aid in call with US president; joint statement backs PA control of Strip after war, rebuffs...

08.04.2025 40

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Freed hostage gets wave of hate for saying Netanyahu to blame for Oct. 7

Freed hostage gets wave of hate for saying Netanyahu to blame for Oct. 7

Kan pulls promo of interview at Liri Albag’s request, after pro-Netanyahu accounts call her ‘trash’ for pointing finger at the premier and...

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