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Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the fighters of the Air Force special units at the Palmachim base in the center of the country. To the reservists he said: "You are a central part of our capabilities, I salute you on behalf of all the people of Israel."

Ashdod station detectives conducted a search warrant at a complex in the city, during which a business operating as an illegal gambling house was uncovered. The business owner and several players were located at the scene. During the operation, exhibits suspected of being used for operating and managing illegal gambling were seized, including computers, money, and additional equipment.

After months of military strikes, the US President returns to the "maximum pressure" policy and identifies Tehran's weak point: the economy. With 66% inflation and an 86% drop in oil exports, the Iranian regime is facing a deep crisis.

The soldier was arrested last night on the Beitunia bypass road on his way to the Dolev-Talmonim bloc. The Binyamin Council criticized the Civil Administration: "Instead of blaming the PA police, they blame the Israeli." The IDF response will be provided when received.

Advocate Rotem Cohen, who represented Yanis Yushayev, who was assassinated yesterday in Caesarea, in an interview with Reshet Bet: "A family man, father of young children, and a legitimate businessman." Yushayev, about 45, from Or Akiva, was shot to death at point-blank range while leaving a restaurant at a gas station. Police: "He headed a crime organization with blood feuds."

Mahmoud Al-Masri remained in the vehicle while his two partners broke into the home of a 79-year-old woman in Ramat Gan, but the court determined that he was the "driving force, the planning brain, and the director" of the robbery. He instructed the two by phone on how to enter the apartment, where to look for money, and even scolded them for not bringing duct tape to gag her. He was convicted and...

The Deputy President of the Supreme Court and Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Noam Sohlberg, rejected the petition that sought to prevent the Minister of National Security from participating in the event.

Major A., a commander in the Duvdevan unit: "We are happy to take part - we are here always to protect the country and the sense of security of the residents, at any time and in any place we are needed."

Libkind, 74, managed the Jerusalem yeshiva for about a quarter of a century and worked for the benefit of the needy and at-risk youth. In 1974, he immigrated to Israel alone, served as an officer in the Air Force, and was awarded the 'Yakir Yerushalayim' (Worthy Citizen of Jerusalem) title.

Three brothers, aged 31 to 45, are suspected of extorting a farmer from the Golan Heights. In addition to cash, they seized approximately 1,640 kg of cherries under the guise of a business deal without crediting the victim's "debt." Following an investigation, Northern District police arrested the suspects on August 5.

The proliferation of new parties raises concerns about "wasted votes" — with the electoral threshold potentially standing at about 171,000 votes this time. Against the backdrop of polls predicting that no bloc has 61 mandates, the need for mergers seems more necessary than ever, yet talks between some political players have not yet matured into agreements.

Police initially believed they could identify the hitman as he did not hide his face. However, after reviewing security footage, investigators now believe he wore a special tight-fitting mask to appear as an elderly person. Authorities suspect a contract killer was brought in from abroad and may have already left the country.

The boat of two Mexican fishermen sank within minutes, leaving them drifting in the Pacific Ocean without food or water. They improvised a raft from a cooler and empty fuel tanks and were located after signaling a rescue plane by waving a piece of cloth. After more than 100 hours of survival, one of them declared he is retiring from fishing.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent published a special column in the Financial Times tonight, in which he announced the launch of an unprecedented economic campaign against the regime in Tehran. Bessent sent a sharp warning to countries and financial institutions that turn a blind eye and allow the flow of funds to Iran. The message from the Trump administration is clear: severing ties will lead...

A 12-year-old girl from North Carolina was kidnapped in the middle of the night by her friend's uncle, who forced her to walk for hours in a wooded area. She took advantage of a moment of inattention, fled barefoot to the main road and whispered to a driver who stopped to help her: 'I was kidnapped'. The armed 38-year-old suspect was captured after an extensive manhunt and a bail of 2.5 million...

Clement Vandenkerckhove, a 26-year-old car salesman, was officially recognized as the son of Prince Laurent following a DNA test and a discreet procedure at the city hall. He was born from an affair the prince had with a local actress in the nineties, before his marriage. The young man will now receive the title of "prince" and a share of the inheritance, but will not be included in the line of...

Allison Rachmani (40), a mother of four and a well-known teacher from the Five Towns Jewish community, died after her car sank into a swimming pool in a backyard. Investigators estimate that she suffered a sudden medical event that caused her to lose control of the steering wheel. At her funeral, her husband tearfully eulogized her and called her an "Eshet Chayil" (Woman of Valor): "I cannot...

Starting from the upcoming school year, the Ministry of Education will ban the use of smartphones and smartwatches in middle schools to restore focus in classrooms. Students refuse to surrender and are purchasing dummy devices, camouflage covers, and watches to be hidden under pants. Chairman of the Parents' Leadership: "We fear a situation of increased violence in schools."

Radical Haredim are expected to hold a protest today at 16:00 following the arrest of a yeshiva student defined as a deserter. As of now, the location of the demonstration has not yet been determined, but in the past, protesters have tended to block Highway 4 around 17:00. During a demonstration held about two weeks ago, violent clashes were recorded, during which soldiers were attacked, including...

Over the past 24 hours, Civil Administration forces rescued three Israeli citizens who entered Palestinian Authority territories in the areas of Ramallah, Jericho, and Bethlehem. Among those rescued: an armed reservist handed over to the IDF, a citizen who entered Jericho intentionally, and a person with mental health issues. The security establishment reiterates: entering Area A is...

Atalanta, which failed to score against the Reds, won 2:1 against Sassuolo in the first round of the Italian league. In the 60th minute, they received a debut appearance from their star striker, who will be available for the upcoming match in Hungary.

A Patriot missile battery was moved from the island of Karpathos to Crete to strengthen air defense around the Souda base. According to "Kathimerini", the move comes days after Iranian threats to attack bases used by the USA in Europe.

After causing a stir, Tom Burke explains that his remarks about the UN were intended only to describe a historical reality. He emphasizes that the US is not negotiating with Hezbollah but only with the Lebanese government, and that the key question is how the terrorist organization will be disarmed without direct involvement from Tehran.

The chair of the Democrats faction presented at a meeting in Mikhmoret the plan for the government after the elections: "The first law we must repeal is the change to the composition of the Judicial Selection Committee."

An examination conducted by "Hayom" of a number of manual counting forms in the Likud primaries, compared to the data published on the party's website in the official Excel file, reveals, apparently, gaps in a number of polling stations in Jerusalem. The gaps concern both the voting for the list of candidates for the 26th Knesset and the candidates in the Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and Shephelah...

The Donald Trump administration is expected to announce an unprecedented wave of sanctions designed to isolate Iran almost completely from global trade. The move includes maximum tightening of the naval blockade, a plan for American control of the Strait of Hormuz, and sanctions on companies and countries that trade with Tehran. At the same time, the US is working to seize the assets of the...

The IDF ordered residents of Nir Yitzhak to enter protected spaces following the identification of a suspicious aerial target, later updating that it was a false alarm. Earlier, Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas that if launches from the Gaza Strip do not stop immediately, the IDF will increase targeted strikes against those responsible for them.

The baby was born at 35+2 weeks and his condition was defined as good and stable, but at the age of five days he died from an infection. The court determined that the antibiotic treatment was delayed by about two to two and a half hours and that the state did not prove that it took reasonable measures to prevent the infection. Sheba: "The case is exceptional and painful, the lessons learned led to...

Former Haaretz journalist, researcher, and political consultant who worked over the years with Benjamin Netanyahu and Ehud Barak, has passed away at the age of 70. In June, she revealed that her cancer was in an advanced stage and wrote that she had begun a "process of parting."

A new animation video by content creator Zack D. Films explained to millions of followers how the Halachic Eruv works in Manhattan. The popular documentation sparked a huge wave of questions, mockery of Jewish law, and even explicit antisemitic responses and calls to damage the wire.

Against the backdrop of stagnant polling, the chairman of Blue and White and the leader of the Unity party have begun exploratory talks. Previously, Gantz held negotiations with Yuli Edelstein, who ultimately chose to join Erdan. Blue and White confirm: "We are talking to those who share the understanding that a broad Zionist government is necessary."

A school principal in Yavne'el was summoned for a hearing following documentation allegedly showing her minor daughter's wedding, yet she continues in her position. MK Merav Michaeli appealed to the Minister of Education demanding his intervention: "It is your responsibility." The principal denies the claims, arguing it was only a henna ceremony.

After losing two friends in the battles in Gaza, the fighters of the "Retek" platoon of the 932nd Battalion are dealing with another tragedy: the death of their friend Uriel Gethon, who took his own life due to PTSD. The friends reveal their feelings of guilt, anger, and frustration with the military mental health system and warn: "The army needs to start seeing those who are alive."

After three years of war: The IDF says thank you to reservists and their families — with more than 70 summer events across the country for about 100,000 participants.

Party chairman Moti Leitner attacked the Haredi leadership: "Haredi society is facing an existential threat." The campaign will focus on issues of enlistment, mathematics and English studies, and employment. The list will include Ashkenazim, Sephardim, and Hasidim.

Have you always wondered why after a long day it is simply impossible to keep your eyes open? A new study has identified groups of cells in the brain that measure the time we are awake - creating pressure - and forcing us to sleep. The researchers: "May reveal ways to provide resistance to sleep deprivation and other physiological challenges."

Yanis Yushbaev, 45, from Or Akiva, was considered one of the most prominent and dangerous intelligence targets of the Hadera Police and the Central Unit of the Coastal District. In recent years, he has been arrested multiple times on suspicion of involvement in grenade attacks, shootings, and vehicle arson.

Against the backdrop of the unusual congestion recorded in recent days at Ben Gurion Airport, the "Yesh Atid" faction has urgently appealed to the Chairman of the Central Elections Committee with a request to ensure the continuity of flights ahead of the elections. "Disruptions in the flight schedule constitute a severe blow to the integrity of the elections and the principle of equality."

Six months after the death of Nitzan Goichman in a work accident at the Ashdod refinery, her family claims there is a lack of transparency in the investigation. Despite the file being transferred to the State Attorney's Office, the relatives of the victims continue to demand answers. The police state that they have maintained continuous contact with the family in accordance with the law.

Police have launched an investigation and are searching for suspects. MADA teams evacuated the victim to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in critical condition, where he was later pronounced dead.