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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 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.

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.

Against the backdrop of US President Donald Trump's announcement of massive economic sanctions against Iran, which he termed an "economic D-Day," a spokesperson for the Revolutionary Guards stated that if a new war breaks out, Iran will deploy more lethal warheads. He claimed that Iran's weaponry would be entirely different in every respect.

The UK Home Office has distributed a booklet containing basic rules of conduct for asylum seekers, following a series of sex offenses attributed to migrants. The guidelines, which include explanations on gender equality, sexual consent, and the age of consent, have sparked a storm: "If they need to be taught how to behave in a civilized manner - they should be deported."

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.

The Prime Minister and the Finance Minister are in a standoff over the IDF's demand for a massive budget increase to over 200 billion shekels. The Treasury warns that there is no room left for further spending cuts.

A real threat to Israel's security in the form of Turkish entrenchment in Syria, or getting entangled in an unnecessary adventure on the verge of war for election purposes? Ultimately, it is a question of trust.

During a Border Police operation near Rahat, a drone identified a suspect removing an object from a vehicle and attempting to flee. Officers apprehended the suspect, and a subsequent search of the area uncovered a Glock pistol wrapped in paper and hidden in an open field. The suspect, an 18-year-old from the Bedouin community, has been arrested and his detention extended.

The Azerbaijanis lost 2:1 after having led in Romania, but in the previous round they already knew how to turn a loss in the first game into a 4:0 victory in Baku: "We will need to make them make mistakes."

After a season with five first-round picks, the US sees the upcoming season as critical for the pair of Israelis, who will need to prove they are more than just potential.

Aryna Sabalenka continues to face criticism from fans on social media. According to some fans, the Belarusian tennis star spends too much time on lifestyle content, sponsorships, and social media — and too little time training. The criticism comes at a time when her results on the court are inconsistent.

The 2:1 victory over Sabah in the first leg strengthened the belief at Hapoel Be'er Sheva, which aims to complete the mission in Baku and record a historic qualification for the Champions League: "If we feel a sense of missed opportunity after trailing, it says it all." Compliments to Eliel Peretz and Pedro Amador.

Information security experts in the IDF are warning of a risk of operational information leakage due to the widespread use of Chinese drones. While procedures regarding Chinese technology have been tightened on bases, there is concern on the operational front regarding the monitoring of forces and a lack of regulation of frequencies. A military source told Walla: "The IDF is far from having order...

A team from the University of the Sunshine Coast has documented Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins in Hervey Bay, Queensland, using empty shells as hunting tools. This behavior, known as "shelling," was previously only observed in dolphins in Shark Bay, thousands of kilometers away from this new discovery.

Hapoel Tel Aviv held a final training session in Bergamo this evening, followed by a press conference ahead of tomorrow's match in the Conference League playoff round against Atalanta. Coach Elyaniv Barda and player Omri Altman shared their thoughts on the upcoming challenge.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva took a significant step toward history on Wednesday, coming back from a deficit to beat Sabah 2:1 in the first leg of the Champions League qualification playoffs. Igor Zlatanovic completed the turnaround in the 79th minute, sending the Israeli champions to the return leg in Azerbaijan with a valuable advantage.

In December, Diego Simeone will mark 15 full years as head coach of Atletico Madrid. On Wednesday, the team opened the new season with a 2-0 home victory over Malaga. The visitors, who returned to the top flight after eight years, held firm for 70 minutes before ultimately falling to defeat.

Parallel to the meeting between Hapoel Be'er Sheva and Sabah, three more matches were held this Wednesday as part of the Champions League qualifying playoff round. Celtic and Bodo/Glimt took a significant step toward the goal, and an Israeli Premier League ex-player provided an assist.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva is just 90 minutes away from history. The Israeli champion won 2-1 this Wednesday against Sabah in their "home" match in Bucharest, gaining an advantage ahead of the return leg in Azerbaijan and moving closer to their first-ever qualification for the Champions League league phase.

Danny Dotan launched his poetry book, "Don't Light a Candle for Me," and performed the song on stage, alongside other songs by the band Ha-Click, for the first time since his bandmate, Eli Abramov, passed away almost 11 years ago. Watch the extraordinary performance.

Despite the possibility of finishing in 13th place, which would normally guarantee staying in Division A, Israel's U16 girls' national team will play in Division B next year. This is due to the fact that Bulgaria, the host of the next championship, is also positioned within the 13th-16th place range. Israel lost to Lithuania 69-80 this Wednesday.

Maccabi Tel Aviv has finished its preparations for tomorrow's away match (Thursday, 21:30, Sport1) in Switzerland against Lugano, in the playoff round of the Conference League qualifiers. At the press conference, coach Kenny Miller emphasized that the team is focused on victory, despite challenging weather conditions and a tight schedule.

Rabbanit Tzila Elchanati and Rabbanit Pri Cohen explain why suppression does not truly make pain disappear, how to give the past a place without sinking into it, and why dealing with what was can become an engine for growth and faith. Watch the episode from the program "Meshivat Nefesh".

Hapoel Be'er Sheva has moved its European matches to Bucharest and is aiming for a historic first qualification for the Champions League. Ahead of the playoff match against Sabah, Romanian media highlighted Ofri Arad, the Israeli player for Steaua Bucharest, who attended the game at the Rapid stadium. A GSP photographer captured Arad hugging Alona Barkat in the VIP box.

A 17-year-old boy from Ashdod died Wednesday evening at Assuta Hospital after being rushed there in critical condition. Police have opened an investigation, exploring the possibility that he had consumed alcohol and drugs during a gathering with friends. No signs of violence were found on his body, and the inquiry is ongoing.

The trial surrounding the death of Diego Maradona has entered a new legal dilemma. During one of the hearings, it was discovered that the medical commission had mistakenly analyzed tests that did not belong to Diego, but to his father, Don Diego Maradona, who was also treated at Swiss Medical in 2015.

A TrendAI study identified 6,300 control and automation systems connected to the internet near data centers in the USA. The more alarming finding: in facilities built since 2021, the exposure rate is more than twice as high compared to older data centers.

About 500 minors will be transferred from Ceuta to mainland Spain after at least 96 people were killed during a mass crossing from Morocco at the end of July. The move marks a shift in Madrid's position, comes against the backdrop of a humanitarian crisis in the enclave, and is expected to spark a confrontation with right-wing parties opposed to their reception.

About 600 educational aides from approximately 50 municipalities are expected to join the "Ofek BeTnuah" ("Horizon in Motion") program in the 2026/27 school year. The initiative will allow them to earn a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, receive a teaching certificate, and obtain an annual scholarship of 6,000 shekels to help address the national teacher shortage.

Firefighting teams reported a wide line of fire near the settlement of Afeka, which was spreading toward residential homes due to wind. Police from the Judea District are assisting with site security and traffic control, while fire crews and aerial support work to extinguish the blaze.

Against the backdrop of increasing Turkish involvement in Syria, Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured the south of the country and clarified that the IDF is monitoring the changes in the arena. According to him, Israel will act to prevent not only terror threats but also the formation of a significant military threat on its border: "We will know how to use our power where it is needed and when it is...

The IDF will end the deployment of reserve soldiers who have been securing communities in the area since the war began due to threat scenarios similar to October 7th. The Border Police stated that responsibility for security systems now lies with the communities themselves. Local officials criticized the move, calling it disconnected from the reality on the ground.

During an operation by fighters of the Border Police (Magav) Central District near Moshav Yesodot, a vehicle was located containing 162 kg of avocados suspected to be stolen. The fighters identified a suspect who was near the vehicle and detained him, and a representative of the moshav who was summoned found that the avocados were of a variety grown in the agricultural fields of the settlement.

Detectives from the Ashkelon station raided a drug apartment and seized two kilograms of various types of drugs worth hundreds of thousands of shekels. One suspect was detained for questioning. The deputy station commander stated: "We will continue to act proactively and decisively against drug offenses."

A widespread malfunction occurred today, Wednesday, in the Ministry of Transport's computer systems, affecting online services and licensing offices nationwide. The ministry is working to restore operations.

The KKL-JNF board of directors has approved a 190 million NIS investment package for environmental, infrastructure, and community development projects in the South. Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky emphasized that strengthening the region is a top national priority.

A decision by a federal judge in Washington touches on one of the burning controversies surrounding antisemitism in the US: where the line is drawn between opposition to Israel and harming Jews. The judge refused to accept the claim that attacking a Jewish woman wearing an Israeli flag was merely a protest against Israel: "An assault is not a legitimate form of protest."

Jack Mann lied about his age and joined the British Army at 17, after being exposed to the atrocities committed by the Nazis against the Jews of Europe. He operated deep behind enemy lines and participated in secret missions. At the age of 100, he passed away as the last fighter from the founding generation of the elite SAS and LRDG units.

The police continue the search for 53-year-old Ashdod resident Larisa Marlemeshtein, who was last seen on July 15, 2026. Ashdod police officers are conducting extensive investigative and operational activities, including area scans and interviews with the missing woman's acquaintances.