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Four military stun grenades and various types of drugs were discovered in a Ramat HaSharon apartment. A 43-year-old resident has been arrested, his detention extended until August 23, and the premises closed by administrative order for 30 days.

The indictment in the Buq'ata double murder case charges the defendants with the murder of a witness in a criminal proceeding to obstruct justice. The prosecution alleges the three defendants planned the assassination of Marwan Abu Shahin, a key witness in an extortion case. A private investigator at the scene was killed alongside him.

The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court rejected the police's request to extend Yossi Musli's detention by 11 days and ordered his release to his home in Savyon. The judge determined that the new evidence does not strengthen the suspicion against him, while his defense attorneys argued that the police lack sufficient evidence to justify continued detention.

The court extended the detention of five murder suspects by five days. Their lawyers expressed outrage at the police's conduct and demanded their release, but the judge granted the police's request.

Following his dismissal from police volunteer service, right-wing activist Yoav Eliasi, known as "HaTzel," hinted at his future plans. "When they see me in a suit, they will miss the days I was in uniform," he stated, amid an ongoing investigation by the Police Internal Investigations Department (Mahash) into allegations of breach of trust.

After being denied exit to Jordan at the Rabin crossing, Yuri Komer from Ashdod entered the sea and swam to Aqaba, evading Israeli surveillance. He was found with a large sum of cash, though he claims he was swept away by the current.

Ombudsman for the Judiciary Asher Cola found complaints against Judge Michal Agmon-Gonen justified due to her activity in the 'Israel Women's Network' WhatsApp forum and her recommendation of a lawyer appearing before her, but determined that there was no room for disciplinary proceedings.

A couple signed a prenuptial agreement establishing separation of property. The wife later sought to cancel it after discovering her husband had concealed assets. The court issued a ruling and provided guidance on how to protect against asset concealment in marital agreements.

Complaints were filed against Judge Michal Agmon-Gonen for active membership in a WhatsApp group of the Israel Women's Network, including posting an advertisement on her behalf and recommending a lawyer who appears before her. Although the complaints were found to be justified, the Ombudsman emphasized that the flaws found do not justify taking disciplinary action.

A motorcyclist in his 60s was killed this afternoon after a collision with a vehicle on Highway 471 near the Ono interchange. MADA paramedics were unable to save his life despite resuscitation efforts.

Three workers were injured in moderate to serious condition following an explosion of defense-related waste at the Ecosol factory in Neot Hovav. The Ministry of Labor has launched an investigation and closed the work areas at both the site of the explosion and the supplier factory in the north.

The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court fully rejected a waterproofing contractor's lawsuit against the Isrotel chain, owner of the Mitzpe Hayamim Hotel in Rosh Pinna. Judge Adi Hadar adopted the findings of the hotel's inspector and ruled that there is no place to retroactively bypass the decision-making mechanism that the parties themselves established in the contract.

Supreme Court Justice Daphna Barak-Erez froze the Shir Hajaj Law two weeks ago, effectively allowing the reunification of terrorist families. Today, retired Magistrate Court Judge Haran Feinstein criticized the ruling in an interview with Dana Varon, calling it anti-Zionist and unauthorized.

As part of a large-scale police operation to combat crime in the Negev, district officers in cooperation with Border Police fighters carried out a proactive raid on a residential house in a local council near Arad, resulting in the arrest of a suspect.

A resident of Ashkelon in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of robbing thousands of shekels from a gas station in Yavne. The suspect allegedly used pepper spray against a clerk in the station's convenience store.

Police questioned an 83-year-old Bedouin from Rahat, a father of 45 children, on suspicion of bigamy and offenses related to illegal stay in Israel. According to investigators, he is married to nine women, five of whom are not residents of Israel, including residents of the Palestinian Authority.

The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment against 51-year-old Rafael Shraga from Bat Yam for rape and sexual offenses against a 19-year-old woman with intellectual disabilities. According to the indictment, he presented himself with a false name and age, took her to a hotel, and exploited her condition to commit the acts.

An 83-year-old visually impaired man tripped over debris in the Har Homa neighborhood and required surgeries and long rehabilitation. The municipality claimed it was not responsible, but the court ruled: it will compensate him with 350,000 NIS.

The Tel Aviv Family Court has ordered the enforcement of an agreement entitling the daughter of a deceased man to a share of his former partner's apartment sale proceeds. The judge ruled that the father's investment in renovations created a binding obligation for compensation.

A resident of Petah Tikva was arrested last night in the North Tel Aviv neighborhood on suspicion of drug trafficking. A search of his vehicle revealed approximately 90 bags of cannabis, cookies suspected of containing drugs, and 4,050 shekels in cash. The suspect is scheduled to appear in court today for a detention hearing.

According to investigators, the suspects kicked the victim in the head, causing a fatal brain hemorrhage. Meanwhile, the detention of Dayan's friends, Maxim Barberman and Omri Peretz, has been extended, as police interrogation revealed that their testimonies contradict established facts.

A serious indictment against a detective from the Lahav unit has revealed a pattern of persistent sexual harassment toward a policewoman who served with him. When confronted, the defendant claimed the victim had 'misunderstood his words.'

The investigation was opened following a stabbing incident that occurred last night in Kiryat Bialik, during which a 25-year-old local resident was moderately wounded.

Police have arrested seven suspects following a series of violent incidents. Eilat District Commander Alon Calfon: "The combination of alcohol and high temperatures leads to friction."

A man in his 50s was seriously injured today after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric bicycle on Saharon Street in Tel Aviv. MADA paramedics transported him to Ichilov Hospital with a severe head injury.

The Israel Police have uncovered an international network suspected of human trafficking and pimping. Intelligence was provided by the Operational Coordination Department and the Israel Police representative abroad. Three suspects have been arrested on charges of human trafficking and inducing individuals to engage in prostitution.

The court ruled that the Julis local council is liable for the accident due to negligence in securing the site. The teenager was assigned 10% contributory negligence for entering the park despite knowing it was under construction.

A week and a half have passed since the last contact with Katriel Nachman Keenan from Beit Shemesh, and his family is calling for public help in the search: "He sent Mom a message that he had no battery and not to worry," his brother told Ynet. "We are in the field, every piece of information can advance us. The power of the public is immense."

Arad Mayor Yair Maayan filed a police complaint against an extremist group that desecrated memorial stickers for fallen IDF soldiers. The individuals covered the tributes with posters opposing a high-tech employment program for Ultra-Orthodox women.

Shmuel Rahamim Tutian, a 16-year-old resident of Beitar Illit who had been missing for several weeks, was located overnight between Wednesday and Thursday following an extensive police operation. Authorities confirmed he is safe and in good condition.

Police Commissioner Rav-Nitzav Dani Levy cancelled a senior command staff meeting today regarding Tat-Nitzav rank appointments at the last minute. Sources indicate the Commissioner was furious over leaks to the media concerning candidate identities. While lower-level appointments will proceed, promotions to the rank of Tat-Nitzav remain on hold.

Police and IDF forces raided three vehicle chop shops in the Dahariya area overnight. Two were destroyed, and vehicle parts and chassis suspected of being stolen were found on site; an administrative procedure has been initiated against a third.

The protest leader won a libel lawsuit against Pany Michaeli; the judge rejected the defense's arguments and ordered heavy compensation and legal costs. In response, screenwriter Meni Assayag and other right-wing activists launched a crowdfunding campaign and launched a sharp attack: "She deserves a cell in Neve Tirza."

Francis Clifford Smith, convicted in 1950 for the murder of a night watchman, has passed away at the age of 101. During his incarceration, he faced the death penalty eight times, only to have his sentence repeatedly postponed and eventually commuted to life imprisonment. Having served approximately 70 years, he held the record for the longest prison sentence in U.S. history before being...

Police, forensics, and firefighters entered the Beit Amra area this morning under IDF protection to investigate reports of a Palestinian home being set on fire by Israelis. Investigators determined that no accelerants were found and the blaze was caused solely by an electrical failure. There were no casualties.

The prosecution has charged 52-year-old contractor Dani Saar with taking advantage of an elderly client by charging her for non-existent waterproofing work. Saar faces charges of aggravated fraud, extortion, tax evasion, and money laundering.

Four minors assaulted a peer in an Eilat park and threatened her to prevent her from reporting the incident. Two suspects fled to another city, while one, violating house arrest, violently assaulted her mother. Police have filed indictments and requested detention until the end of legal proceedings.

During a police chase after a stolen vehicle driver in Ariel, the thief broke through a police checkpoint and attempted to run over a police officer. As he continued driving recklessly toward a Palestinian village, forces fired at the vehicle's tires and wounded the suspect, who was treated on the spot and evacuated.

A 60-year-old Tel Aviv resident is suspected of stealing property from an evacuated apartment in a damaged building. Investigators also linked him to a separate burglary at a nearby restaurant earlier that day.

Tamir Moshe Levi has been convicted of aggravated assault and extortion by force. Judge Dana Marshak-Marom described the incident as a "planned and calculated event" that began by luring the victim into a trap.