Maariv

The IDF recently completed a series of exercises simulating a surprise attack in Judea and Samaria. Commanders practiced decision-making under conditions of uncertainty and in multi-casualty scenarios.

Moshe Green and former MK Gadi Yevarkan have announced a political merger ahead of the upcoming elections, aiming to bridge agricultural settlement, labor Zionism, and the social-national right.

Yuli Edelstein took a jab during an interview on 103FM at Likud members, and specifically at Knesset member Tali Gottlieb. He also returned to the day he was ousted from the chairmanship of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

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.

Avi Kalo, former head of the POW and MIA department in Aman, spoke about the efforts that led to the return of the remains of the late Yehuda Katz. He also addressed the Ron Arad case, saying that the focus has shifted from Iran to Lebanon, where new developments have been recorded.

Tiberias Mayor Yossi Naveh revealed in an interview with "Maariv" that the city has begun preparations for the Pope's visit, expected in 2030, and for the anticipated arrival of hundreds of thousands to millions of pilgrims to the North.

Unlike in recent years, Qatar has begun to publicly highlight its meetings with senior officials of the Hamas terrorist organization. This comes against the backdrop of concern in Israel following Kushner's meeting with Khalil al-Hayya.

An ABC investigation has exposed an international investment fraud network that allegedly operated from Israel and scammed more than 4,000 Australians out of hundreds of millions of dollars. Among the victims: a man who lost $125,000 after being unable to withdraw his money.

Media outlets in Turkey and circles identified with Qatar present the ties with Israel as a burden on Greece. A Maariv investigation reveals: the protest on the street is real, but in Athens, they are actually deepening security cooperation.

Jared Kushner's regional visit concluded without a breakthrough regarding the future of the Gaza Strip. According to Arab reports, the US prefers to invest in security at this stage, leaving reconstruction and the disarmament of Hamas as unresolved issues.

Israel's Ambassador to Australia, Dr. Hillel Newman, was summoned to the Australian Foreign Ministry following the Israeli Military Advocate General's decision not to open criminal proceedings regarding the deaths of World Central Kitchen staff in Gaza. Ambassador Newman defended the findings of the Israeli investigation.

Satellite images show an up-to-date picture of China's progress in building an artificial island in the South China Sea, which is expected to serve as Beijing's largest base in the Paracel Islands area.

Indian Major General (Ret.) Gagan Deep Bakshi has issued a sharp critique of Israel, stating that New Delhi will not sacrifice its interests regarding Iran. He also expressed concern over the formation of a "Sunni NATO" and the nuclear arsenal of Pakistan.

The Mayor of New York has filed an unprecedented lawsuit against the bonuses received by education system employees with low wages | The full story

Donald Trump is increasing economic pressure on Iran, preferring this approach over a military confrontation at this time. Analysts Yaki Dayan and Avner Vilan suggest this strategy may burden Tehran, while simultaneously warning of Turkey's growing influence in the region.

The "Adam Ve'Adama" network will open a new agricultural boarding school in the upcoming school year at Kibbutz Matzuva, near the Lebanese border. Students will combine studies for a matriculation certificate, preparation for the IDF, and work with local farmers.

Knesset member Zvi Sukkot criticized the potential establishment of a new party by Ofer Winter: "It is something that endangers the right-wing bloc."

Food of the gods: Dr. Maya Roseman shares a technique for preparing eggplant with a fried texture, using almost no oil and adding high-quality protein. The entire tray contains only 200 calories.

Against the backdrop of Donald Trump's attempts to get closer to Kim Jong Un and the reduction of exercises with Seoul, the answer comes from Pyongyang: the leader's sister rejects the American gesture with contempt and denies any connection with Washington.

After weeks of refraining from evacuating illegal outposts in the West Bank, security forces operated last night against Israeli construction in Area B. During the evacuation, stones were thrown, four Israelis were detained, and equipment was confiscated.

The strange connection we didn't know happened: In 1986, CIA officials approached Steve Jobs with a secret deal that gave NeXT, the company he owned, critical financial oxygen - and helped pave the way for his comeback at Apple and the system from which the iPhone grew.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asad al-Shaibani claimed that the Turkish army is not establishing a military foothold in the country: "Ongoing military cooperation in the fields of training and exchange of expertise only."

Yinon Magal posted a clipped video of Adi Zarifi and claimed: "Dangerous." The Channel 12 news anchor responded with the full clip and attacked: "What you often do to facts and the truth."

David Dvir changed his tone - apparently, this stage of the program has arrived where it is easy to agree with him. The production's choices are still missing important points of interest, and the competition on the way to the "Dancing with the Stars" final is especially tight.

In the new episode of "Not Only for Millionaires," Daniel Shebaks and Yaron Daigi analyze why investors who choose the top-performing funds earn less than the average, and explain how psychology and age-dependent models hurt returns over time.

The Revivo Project, the successful Mediterranean music ensemble, is releasing an album of cover versions of classic children's songs from the 70s and 80s. In an interview, the three members discuss the long-held idea and reflect on their own childhood memories.

The wars that have shaken the Middle East have delayed the revolutionary IMEC trade corridor, intended to connect India to Europe - but at the same time, they have also proven why it is needed now more than ever.

Even after the war, the fundamental questions remain: who will rule Gaza, and most importantly – will Gaza once again be a military base threatening Israel?

Amid a nearly 50% drop in dog adoptions over six years and a 30% return rate, "Tnu Le-Haiot Lihyot" and "Biopet" are launching the "Adoption with Peace of Mind" program. 100 families will receive a comprehensive package covering vet care, food, and training.

Dr. Zvika Mor, father of Eitan who returned from captivity and 4th on the Religious Zionism list, opens up about everything: from the creative ways his son survived the tunnels to his plan for a revolution in Israel's education and security systems.

The threat from Winter and Haddad puts Smotrich at risk of falling below the electoral threshold, and Netanyahu is preparing a rescue plan. Alongside promoting Dichter and contacts with Kahlon, the Prime Minister plans to use reserved spots to save Religious Zionism at the expense of primary winners.

One of the actions to increase governance is carried out by destroying pirate greenhouses for the illegal cultivation of cannabis. This is a Sisyphus-like activity because after the destruction, the growers find a way to set up more greenhouses. We joined an operation to destroy greenhouses.

After his aunt's death, Meir found a land purchase contract from the 1930s without a block or parcel number. An investigator followed the documents, located the lost land, and discovered why the "gold mine" is worth nothing.

The government's failures require criticism, but criticizing every small thing creates a sense of persecution, may lead to apathy among many citizens, and jeopardize the urgent need for a change of government. Ahead of the elections, it is time to focus on the fundamental failures.

Instead of uniting behind Gadi Eisenkot, each of the bloc's parties is setting conditions, as if we were already in coalition negotiations after the victory over the nightmare government. Despite the good intentions, this is not how one builds an alternative to the government.

Israel's biggest problem is not its military capabilities, but the political stalemate. Israel is not a country that leads political moves; it is dragged along by them.

From a military perspective, the elimination of Khamenei was a resounding success. However, in terms of the long-term strategic interests of Israel and the USA, the picture is problematic. He should not have been eliminated as long as there was no certainty of toppling the entire system.

Ahead of the new school year, the chairman of the National Student and Youth Council, Rotem Getraida, discusses the challenges facing youth, the importance of teacher status, and his advocacy work in the Knesset.

Back pain is one of the most common complaints - but not every pain in the area comes from the spine. Pain originating in the kidneys, heart, aorta, pancreas, or lungs can radiate to the back - and that is where you will need an investigation.

During a police confrontation between Agam Tsarfi and Linor Sasson, the main suspects in the murder of Binyahu Razi (RIP), the two blamed each other. While one claimed that her friend managed the event and tampered with evidence, the other denied it and accused her in return.