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Eyal Eshel, father of the late observer Roni Eshel, claims that among the terrorists who raided the Nahal Oz outpost were Persian speakers and members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The IDF states that such information is not known to them.

The Jerusalem District Attorney's Office has indicted a local resident who, following years of threats and domestic violence, attacked his wife with a utility knife, leaving her with life-threatening injuries.

Death and rape threats against Jews online, antisemitic codes penetrating new communities, and a struggle over public funding: three publications in Germany reveal how antisemitic hatred is changing shape and expanding.

The Supreme Court ordered the parties to respond by 16:30 to Likud's request to rule on the appeal of MK Afif Abed. The party warns that the delay endangers the primaries and the submission of the list to the Knesset. At the same time, Abed intends to file a complaint with Lahav 433.

A shipment that arrived from England via Turkey aroused the suspicion of customs at Ben Gurion Airport: inside packaging for false eyelash remover, vials containing a substance suspected to be GBL were found. A lawyer was arrested, and ecstasy, heroin, and other drugs were also seized at his home.

According to a new poll, only about 20 of the current Likud ministers and MKs will remain on the next list. Data reveals a gap between party members, who prefer Amir Ohana and a right-wing government, and party voters, who support Nir Barkat and a unity government.

The State Attorney's Office has indicted 52-year-old sports instructor Gilboa Dahan from Netanya for committing indecent acts against five vulnerable residents at a care facility. The indictment alleges the acts occurred during exercise sessions, sometimes even in the presence of staff.

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi was interviewed on 103fm radio and argued that Benjamin Netanyahu had to remain as Prime Minister after October 7th because leaving would have been interpreted as abandonment. He claimed that Gadi Eisenkot was a bad Chief of Staff and that if he had been offered a reserved spot in the Likud, he would have been insulted.

The Equal Rights Commission for Persons with Disabilities at the Ministry of Justice has published data on the compliance of major public bodies and large government-owned companies with the adequate representation target — and the continuous increase is clear.

The struggle for a missing child must not depend on the family's ability to shout loud enough or the amount of media coverage it manages to achieve. Haimonot, 900 days have passed. We are not ready for the 1,000th day to arrive.

The Democratic primary race for governor of Wisconsin was tight and tense, decided only with the counting of the final votes. Progressive candidate Francesca Hong led until the final stretch.

The Minister of Education used the press conference to continue his struggle against Ran Erez and to ignore the problems in the system. Kisch downplays the shortage of teachers and the resignation of principals, claiming: "The numbers circulating are 'fake'. The gap between those leaving and new ones will be only a few hundred."

Poland continues its arms race: 96 Apache helicopters, the largest service center of its kind in Europe, and an investment of about 10 billion dollars. Donald Tusk clarifies that the goal is to build the most modern army on the continent — without sparing any expense.

The reform proposed by the Ministry of Finance to transfer powers to local authorities is not just an "interesting management idea" – it is an existential and necessary step to save the teaching profession in Israel.

MK Yuli Edelstein sharply criticized the struggle for 'reservations' in the Likud list. Regarding the possible reservation for Yair Netanyahu, he quipped: 'I wish the Prime Minister would invest energy in the country and not in nonsense.' He further added that the 'Unity' party will work only to establish a broad government.

According to a report in "Aram News", Washington has offered Tehran a monthly outline: opening the Strait of Hormuz to free navigation without fees in exchange for easing the blockade, releasing funds, or easing sanctions. Pakistan is mediating in an attempt to turn the proposal into a temporary arrangement.

Communications Minister Karhi clarified that he opposes reservations for himself in the Likud primaries, calling the requests of senior officials "ridiculous." In an interview, he attacked Bennett, Eisenkot, and Edelstein, and accused the legal counsel of sabotaging the draft law.

The State Attorney's Office has indicted Avraham Hadi of Ramat Gan for a series of vandalism acts against Channel 12, Channel 13, Haaretz, and the Ministry of Justice, aimed at intimidating staff and extorting apologies for coverage of the 'Sde Teiman' affair.

The top of the global diamond industry no longer views lab-grown diamonds as an enemy: WDC and IGI executives are adopting a pragmatic approach, while the struggle shifts to questions of grading, transparency, and disclosing the stone's origin to the consumer.

A new technology provides a solution to one of the greatest challenges in obstetric medicine: identifying women at risk of preterm birth before warning signs appear.

Farah Ahmed, who previously admitted to being a member of the Islamist organization, was appointed last year as a lecturer and researcher at the Faculty of Education in Cambridge. The exposure joins a series of affairs that raise criticism of the university and its recruitment policy.

In an interview with "Asharq Al-Awsat", Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan detailed the joint defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, presenting it as a move to bolster regional stability while criticizing Israeli policy.

Paramount Studios may begin leaving its legendary home as early as October. A federal lawsuit claims the merger will grant the company monopoly power in the film distribution and cable television market.

Likud MK Tally Gotliv was interviewed on 103fm radio and addressed the controversy over reserved spots in the party. She claimed that senior figures within the party are trying to weaken her, even though Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports her and she represents Likud's values.

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, a member of the Shas Council of Torah Sages and former Chief Rabbi, accused the Prime Minister of animosity toward the Haredi community and called for cooperation with the left, according to a report in Haaretz.

Former Knesset member from the Otzma Yehudit party, Almog Cohen, announced he will run in the Likud primaries. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed him, highlighting Cohen's role as a deciding vote during the budget approval process.

Knesset member Dan Illouz, who left Likud for Yisrael Beiteinu, stated that a significant portion of the Likud faction sought to replace Prime Minister Netanyahu after October 7, but failed to agree on a successor.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement under which an attack on one of them would be considered an attack on all, but Egypt did not join. Conflicting reports present two versions of the reason.

The good luck streak of the New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani is now meeting reality, and he is dealing with dissatisfaction in his political environment, against the city's economic elite - and also against the Jewish community.

Beijing announced it will hold a joint navigation exercise with an Indonesian warship in mid-August east of Taiwan. Taipei claims this is a provocation designed to create an appearance of Chinese authority in the region.

The United States reports significant progress in negotiations between Israel and Lebanon following technical talks in Rome. The parties have finalized operational standards for pilot zones in southern Lebanon.

After stating that she does not rule out sitting with Arab representatives and subsequently ruling out a partnership with Ra'am, Aliza Bloch explains her red lines, addresses the polls, and defends the new alliance of Gilad Erdan and Yuli Edelstein.

Democratic Congresswoman from Minnesota Ilhan Omar secured her party's nomination on the way to another term in the House of Representatives. Very tight races were also recorded in the states of Connecticut and Wisconsin.

At a special UN Security Council session, data was presented on over 1,400 incidents involving settlers and the advancement of about 12,360 housing units in Judea and Samaria. European countries warned against de facto annexation and the consideration of further steps.

A New York Times investigation claims that US interceptor stockpiles are running low, while Iran's combat capabilities are becoming more sophisticated. Iran drew inspiration from Russian tactics, and the results are visible on the ground.

Naftali Bennett declared that ultra-Orthodox party leaders cannot join his future government due to their opposition to military conscription. He also labeled settler violence as "terror," proposed a plan to combat market monopolies, and warned of the dire situation in northern Israel.

US Vice President J.D. Vance demanded that Volodymyr Zelensky cease offensive operations against oil tankers in the Black Sea. The move aims to prevent shocks to global energy markets and protect American economic interests.

Amid rising antisemitism in New York, a group of rabbis met with Mayor Zoran Mamdani to protest his anti-Israel rhetoric. Participants warned that the mayor's public statements are creating a climate of vulnerability for the city's Jewish community.

Omri Sabach provided one of the strongest auditions of the season and chose Static after a battle between the mentors, Yair Nahon moved with his personal story, and at the same time the question arose again: why do the judges turn to contestants they don't really want?

I thought Noy would finally choose herself, I knew Ari and Noa would continue despite all the question marks, Niv and Asaf gave me exactly the ending I hoped for - and then Aviya and Neta managed to do the impossible and make even me emotional.