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Heroin, crystal, and ecstasy: drugs worth millions seized in Lod
Approximately 2.5 kilograms of drugs were seized during searches in several compounds in the HaRakevet neighborhood and its surroundings. Alongside the drugs, hundreds of test tubes, scales, and equipment suspected of being used for distribution were found. Two residents of the city in their 20s were arrested for questioning.
The suspicion - kicked in the head to death: new details from the Eldar Dayan murder case
The police suspect that four young residents of Petah Tikva kicked Dayan in the head during the fight and caused the brain hemorrhage that led to his death. The four will be brought today for a remand hearing on suspicion of murder by a group. The fifth suspect is on the run, and the police are conducting a manhunt for him.
Threatened him to say it happened "by mistake": Indictment against the son who shot his father with a speargun
The prosecution filed an indictment against Moshe Levi, who shot his father with a speargun arrow and seriously wounded him, following a series of confrontations over his drug addiction. During the investigation, he claimed the shooting was accidental, but police say security cameras contradict his claim.
Gidi Gov in a fierce legal battle: New complications following accident compensation
After paying tens of thousands of shekels to a driver injured in an accident, the insurance company "Phoenix" has launched a separate legal proceeding against its famous client, Gidi Gov, claiming he was driving under an active medical disqualification.

Chilling incident in Jaffa: Construction worker arrested for assaulting woman in her apartment
A 26-year-old woman woke up in her apartment to find a construction worker from her building committing indecent acts against her. The suspect, a 32-year-old illegal resident, fled the scene after the victim screamed. Jaffa police detectives located him hiding at a construction site, and he will appear in court today for a remand hearing.

Smiled in his direction — and ended up with broken teeth: a teenager was brutally attacked on a bus
A 29-year-old resident of Afula is accused of threatening a 16-year-old during a trip from Haifa to Tiberias. Later, he boarded another bus after him, threw a phone at him, and attacked him. The defendant was arrested, and following the investigation, an indictment and a request for detention until the end of proceedings were filed against him.
US Department of Justice investigating Andreessen Horowitz fund
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), one of Silicon Valley's largest venture capital firms, is under investigation by the US Department of Justice. The probe focuses on potential antitrust violations regarding the presence of fund partners on the boards of competing companies.
Did you waive an inheritance? You may not be able to change your mind
A recent court ruling clarifies the significance of renouncing an inheritance and the difficulty of reversing it. Would it be correct to allow conditional renunciation in certain cases?
M16, ammunition and over 100,000 shekels seized near Nablus
An M16 rifle, hundreds of rounds of ammunition, 11 magazines, and over 100,000 shekels in cash were seized during a search conducted in recent days at a house in the village of Qaryut, near Nablus. Two local residents were arrested and transferred for questioning at the Ariel station.
"Fake Jews": Attacker at New York synagogue wanted to convert
Larry Montes, 46, who burst into a Friday night service at a Reform synagogue in Manhattan and struck a congregant, called those present "fake Jews" after his arrest. The "Forward" found posts on his Facebook page supporting Israel, and his aunt said he wanted to convert. Police had previously classified him as an "emotionally disturbed person."

District Court Overturns Decision: Yossi Musli's Arrest Extended by 3 Days
The judge determined that new materials strengthen the suspicion that Musli is connected to the assault outside his home in Savyon and accepted the police appeal. His defense attorneys argued that no bloodstains were found on him and that he only went out to offer water to the injured man. Musli himself added during the hearing: "I called a paramedic to come and treat him."
Without triggering the alarm: The masterpiece heist that is shaking Italy
A daring art heist is shaking Italy: four works by Renaissance artist Antonello da Messina were stolen over the weekend from the Regional Museum in Messina, Sicily. Italian police have opened an investigation, with authorities exploring potential mafia involvement, as reported by Reuters.
Damages of up to $1.4 trillion: The mega-lawsuit threatening Meta
The largest trial in the series of "addiction lawsuits" against social media platforms begins today in California. 29 US states are suing Meta, alleging that Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict young users, with potential penalties reaching $1.4 trillion.
Bank Leumi vs. Meta: 26.6 million NIS lawsuit over fraudulent ads
Bank Leumi has filed a 26.6 million NIS lawsuit against Meta in the Tel Aviv District Court, alleging the systematic distribution of fraudulent ads on Facebook and Instagram that impersonate the bank.

The fight against protection rackets in Israel: massive raid and multi-million shekel seizure
Youth detectives and the Zevulun station simultaneously raided three addresses linked to a money laundering suspect, seizing large sums of foreign currency and checks worth millions of shekels.

Police raid at kindergarten: two pistols and magazines seized
During an arrest operation in the town of Sha'ab against those involved in shooting incidents, police found weapons and ammunition hidden on a tin shed in a children's playground. Since the beginning of the year, the police have seized more than 580 weapons in the northern region.
While married: he wed a 15-year-old, assaulted her — and injured the baby
An indictment was filed against a resident of the Tel Arad area who married a minor illegally, beat her during her pregnancy, and broke her phone when she tried to call for help. Her father is accused of facilitating the marriage. In a separate case, a Rahat resident is accused of bigamy.

Tragedy in Holon: 24-year-old woman dies in fire
Firefighters rescued the young woman from the burning building while she was unconscious. MADA teams were forced to declare her death at the scene due to severe burns and smoke inhalation.
Following the plea: The high-profile murder trial is postponed
The trial of Luigi Mangione in the case of the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has been postponed without a new date being set. The decision was made following the defense's claim that his conviction in the federal proceeding could lead to double jeopardy. The judge granted the prosecution several weeks to respond to the claims.
Eldar Dayan Death Investigation: Number of Suspects Rises to Six
Police arrested two additional suspects this morning for involvement in the brawl preceding Eldar Dayan's death, following two arrests made yesterday. Investigators are determining if the suspects inflicted the injuries that caused a fatal brain hemorrhage. Two of Dayan's friends also remain in custody.
Israeli war correspondent declines to cover water park incidents: 'I have boundaries'
Journalist Itai Anghel, accustomed to reporting from the world's most dangerous conflict zones, has responded to the recent violence at the Yamit 2000 water park. After an AI-generated image circulated showing him arriving at the scene, the reporter stated he has no intention of getting involved.
The battle for the Lakers complicates: Jeanie Buss tries to block the sale
Following reports that the Buss family will sell the remaining 17.8% of the club, Jeanie opposes the move, claiming it violates a court order. Her lawyers are demanding to halt the deal and keep her as the controlling owner.

40-year-old woman died in a fire in a residential building in Holon
The deceased was rescued by fire and rescue forces at the scene in critical condition, and shortly after, her death was pronounced on the spot. The circumstances of the fire are being investigated. Firefighting teams continue to operate at the scene.
Donations, Binance, and an arrest in Russia: Policy or law enforcement?
A new report reveals that Binance transferred information to Russian authorities about a user who donated crypto to Ukrainian organizations. Is this legal cooperation with law enforcement or a move that adds to a long line of questions surrounding the exchange's conduct with countries under sanctions?
A woman aged about 40 died in a fire in Holon
A fire broke out on HaOrgim Street in Holon. Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics arriving at the scene found a woman aged about 40 with no signs of life and were forced to declare her death.
The fourth child for free: The health funds' benefit reaches the court
The Tel Aviv Regional Labor Court has approved a class action lawsuit against Israel's four health funds. The plaintiffs argue that the exemption from supplementary health insurance (SHABAN) premiums for large families violates the principle of equality.
460 million shekels in the eye of the storm: Supreme Court reviews coalition fund dispute
The Hiddush association and MK Naama Lazimi filed a petition regarding the convening of the Finance Committee during election recess and the transfer of approximately 460 million shekels in coalition funds. The Knesset and the Ministry of Finance maintain that the procedure was legal.
Two Tragedies in India: Motorcyclists Killed by Kite Strings
Two young men were fatally injured in the neck while riding motorcycles in the Delhi area during Independence Day celebrations. The incidents involved 'Manjha,' a sharp kite string, the synthetic versions of which are prohibited. Police have launched a crackdown, seizing hundreds of spools and arresting suspects.
Wizz Air Compensation for Israelis: Eligible Customers to Receive Benefits
Following a class action lawsuit against Wizz Air over flight cancellations to Israel, 277 customers will receive a three-month membership extension. The court ruled that the proceedings provided tangible benefits to the affected group.
Drama during filming: Suspect arrested for attacking Israeli TV crew
During the filming of a documentary series on antisemitism in Europe, a local resident noticed the Israeli crew and began acting violently. The incident ended with one crew member injured and a dramatic arrest.
Disaster at the Ashdod Oil Refinery: Police Transfer Case to State Attorney's Office
Six months after the deaths of engineers Irina Radchuk and Nitzan Goichman, police have transferred the case to the State Attorney's Office. The refinery is preparing to resume operations in the testing room where the tragedy occurred, despite internal warnings regarding systemic safety failures. The company states it is prioritizing a safe work environment.
Rat in the freezer: footage from an Indian supermarket sparks outrage
Young customers at a Blinkit branch in Kalyan filmed a rodent near packaged products. The incident follows a series of sanitary inspections at quick-delivery facilities that resulted in license suspensions and corrective orders.

Attorney General faces criticism over management of supreme anti-crime task force
Sharp criticism was leveled against the Attorney General on Monday following a meeting of the supreme task force on crime, which she chairs. Senior officials, including those from the Budget Department, claimed the task force lacks clear goals, timelines, and the necessary urgency to address the current crime wave.
Development in the investigation of the murder of Eldar Dayan: two additional suspects arrested
Two suspects were arrested on suspicion of involvement in a brawl that preceded the murder of Eldar Dayan. The two had been questioned in the past regarding the case and will be brought to court tomorrow for a hearing to extend their detention.
Tragedy in Beit Shemesh: New details on the attack and the suspect's background
New details have emerged regarding Monday's stabbing in Beit Shemesh, where two children were attacked in their home. The suspect, a neighbor, has a history of drug use. It has been revealed that the children attempted to flee inside their home to seek help after being attacked.
Slice victims appealed the closure of complaints: "Police failure"
Lobby 99 filed the appeal on behalf of two savers who filed private complaints with the police, claiming they were induced to transfer their money to Slice through deceitful means. Three years after the exposure of the affair in which hundreds of millions of shekels disappeared, Lobby 99 claims that the police are not advancing a criminal investigation despite information in their possession.
Channel 12 reporter sues right-wing activists for half a million shekels: "Antisemite"
Inbar Twizer, a Channel 12 reporter, filed a defamation lawsuit against 3 X users following a series of posts in which she was allegedly called offensive names. As part of the lawsuit, she is demanding compensation of over half a million shekels and the removal of the posts from the network.

While declared missing, Yuri attempted to swim from Eilat to Jordan to escape the country
A 44-year-old Ashdod resident, who had been missing since the beginning of the month, was found attempting to cross the maritime border illegally. He tried to swim from Eilat to Aqaba, Jordan, before being detained and returned to Israel.
Hillel Mordechai Dadon, of blessed memory, is the 7-year-old child murdered in Beit Shemesh
Hillel Mordechai Dadon, 7, was murdered today in a stabbing incident in Beit Shemesh. He and his 4-year-old cousin were found wounded and evacuated to Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital, where Hillel was pronounced dead. His cousin remains in moderate condition. A neighbor has been arrested as a suspect, and a police investigation is underway.

Election bribery? The call by Gilad Kariv that raises a legal question
We published this evening (Monday) on News 14: Have the efforts to bring Israelis from abroad to the polling stations crossed the line permitted by law? According to documentation that reached us, MK Gilad Kariv from the Democrats party called a few weeks ago for party members to spend their own money and assist in paying for flight tickets for family members and friends staying abroad, with the...