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83 minutes and a victory for Gabi Kanikovski in the Europa League qualifiers
The Israel national team midfielder helped Ferencváros beat Górnik Zabrze 0:1 and gain an advantage ahead of the second leg in Poland. Aarhus defeated Sabah 1:2 in a meeting between potential opponents of Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Champions League playoffs.

Watch the reception that stunned Mohamed Salah: "I have never seen anything like this"
25,000 people welcomed the Egyptian star, who is set to officially sign with Trabzonspor soon: "There are no words to describe how happy I am." And why did he choose the number 61 shirt?

Mahash: Yoav Eliasi and three police officers questioned on suspicion of breach of trust
Rapper Yoav Eliasi arrived at the Police Investigations Department following a Haaretz report alleging he used his role as a standby unit commander to prevent the closure of a club where he is a partner. According to Mahash, three police officers are also suspected of breach of trust. All four were released under restrictive conditions.

70-year-old woman and her son from Kiryat Gat arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking
During a search of their home, Kiryat Gat police officers discovered a substance suspected to be crystal meth. The two suspects were arrested on charges of drug trafficking and possession for purposes other than personal use.

Clan war in Ar'ara: Shooting at a family, gun aimed at police, and three defendants
The Southern District Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against three residents of Ar'ara in the Negev for weapons and violence offenses committed during a family conflict, including shooting at a vehicle and aiming a gun at police officers.

Negligence at Ichilov: Patient suffered for months after surgeons left a knife in his body
A shocking case of medical negligence has emerged at Ichilov Hospital, where a patient discovered a surgical knife left inside his shoulder four months after his initial operation.

"The circle is closed": The summer camp for children growing up in the shadow of cancer
80 children and teenagers participated in the summer camp of the "Jeremy's Circle" association, intended for children from families where one of the family members suffers from cancer. The camp, held in Beit Yanai for the second year in a row, took place in collaboration with the American "Camp Yavneh." "It is moving to see the children who returned for the second time."

Fuego volcano erupts in Guatemala: Authorities warn of critical 72 hours
About 1,700 people remain in shelters following the eruption of the Fuego volcano in Guatemala. Authorities have raised the alert level to red, warning that the next 72 hours are critical due to mudflows.

First Publication: Murderer of Judge Adi Azar suspected of attempting to smuggle pills into prison
Yitzhak Zoziashvili, serving a life sentence for the 2004 murder of Tel Aviv District Court judge Adi Azar, is suspected of attempting to smuggle dozens of prescription pills into Eshel Prison. During a routine inspection, IPS staff discovered the drugs hidden inside a coffee container.

First publication: Armed masked men threatened Israel Electric Corporation employees in Tel Sheva
Armed masked men threatened Israel Electric Corporation employees this morning, Wednesday, as they arrived to fix a malfunction in Tel Sheva following an overnight shooting that damaged an electrical transformer. This was reported by Walla. According to the company, a report of gunfire directed at the transformer was received at 02:45 AM, resulting in damage to the power grid in the area.

Diplomatic crisis: US revokes visa of Brazilian ambassador
The US State Department has revoked the visa of Brazilian ambassador Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, stating it will only be reinstated once Brazil grants diplomatic approval to President Donald Trump's nominee, Daniel Perez. "We need an immediate and positive answer," Washington officials declared.

Protester placed under house arrest over anti-Netanyahu sign
A 49-year-old Haifa resident has been placed under five days of house arrest and banned from Horev Square for 15 days following a protest against the Prime Minister. The protester held a sign labeling Benjamin Netanyahu a "Hamas financier," accompanied by images of a rifle and the Hamas flag. The Detainee Support System has criticized the police action, while authorities cited concerns regarding...

Educators and Local Leaders Demand a Rescue Plan for the State Education System
The "Coalition for the Rescue of State Education" has been established, uniting educators, experts, and local government heads. The coalition aims to make education reform a central issue in the upcoming elections.

Vojvodina president reveals: Maccabi Tel Aviv wanted to buy our star
While the 'yellows' are negotiating the sale of Roy Revivo, reports in Serbia claim the club tried to sign Lazar Randjelovic, but was turned down.

An Amazing Life Story: The Player Who Made History at Barcelona
Raised in poverty, playing barefoot, overcoming a serious illness and a difficult suspension, the Brazilian forward has joined Barcelona from Manchester City. The Catalans set a club record to sign Karolin.

After medical tests: Hapoel Tel Aviv awaits decision on Owusu
The Hapoel Tel Aviv medical staff will review hospital findings today (Wednesday) regarding Douglas Owusu's medical results. If cleared, the contract will be signed and he will join the club.

Forgot how to win with dignity: Watch Neymar lose his composure
The Santos star was documented exchanging insults with rivals, shouting "eliminated" at them, and escalating the commotion after advancing to the Brazilian Cup quarterfinals.

Seeking Salvation in Court: Is This the Beginning of Netanyahu's Fall?
This week began poorly for the Prime Minister, and the situation has only worsened since. If these are indeed the twilight hours of his rule, the first week of August will be remembered as the time when the first signs of his empire's collapse appeared.

David Amsalem backs Likud court ruling: "It is a fair and justified decision"
Likud Minister David Amsalem expressed his support for the party court's decision to bar MKs and ministers from running in district slots during primaries. Amsalem noted that the party's election bylaws have always maintained a clear distinction between these categories.

Be'er Sheva is not afraid of the return leg: "If we won with 10 players, we can go through"
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is confident it can overcome Red Star Belgrade in next week's return leg in Serbia following yesterday's 0-1 home victory in Hungary. Coach Ran Kozuch has urged his players to remain humble and disciplined, while the club remains optimistic despite the red card shown to Matan Baltaxa.

"A lot of eyes are on him": Will Nikola Jokic stun the NBA?
The Serbian center has avoided a contract extension with Denver for the second consecutive summer and could become a free agent in 2027. Experts note that rivals are closely monitoring the situation.

Mixed feelings at Maccabi Haifa: "It is unacceptable for every team to embarrass us"
The victory over Ironi Tiberias slightly eased the pressure, but defensive softness continues to worry Barak Bakhar and his staff. There is optimism regarding Bruninho's performance.

Drama at Maccabi Tel Aviv: Why Roy Revivo fears his transfer will be torpedoed again
The Revivo family fears that Roy Revivo's transfer will not succeed. They worry that, like a year ago, the deal with a Spanish club will collapse because Maccabi Tel Aviv is demanding that the player waive his 15% share of the transfer fee.

Dejan Stankovic defended Derrick Luckassen: "I would do it again"
The Red Star coach claimed he did not make a mistake when starting against Hapoel Be'er Sheva with the former Maccabi Tel Aviv player, despite the error: "A wonderful and experienced player, it will be much better in the second leg."

NBA star surprised: Michael Jordan is out of the all-time starting five
Devin Booker, a big fan of Kobe Bryant, provided an unusual answer to the GOAT debate. An American commentator claims that LeBron James has had more influence on the league than Jordan.

What is going on? Infantino congratulates Mbappé three weeks after the World Cup
As part of a plan to establish a commercial entity, FIFA President Gianni Infantino considered opening 20% of the organization's capital to private investors. Facing harsh criticism and reports of a potential resignation, the Swiss official published a strange Instagram post praising Kylian Mbappé for his World Cup performance, which concluded on July 19.

Investigation: Shin Bet warned IDF about planned tour near Tel village
A Central Command investigation reveals that the Shin Bet provided the IDF with intelligence regarding a planned tour in a high-friction area the night before the deadly attack. A failure to relay this information to field commanders was identified. Benyahu Malet was killed and two others were wounded in the shooting.

IDF Chief of Staff Advances Robotics and Autonomous Systems
Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held a force-building meeting, declaring that "today's force-building is tomorrow's victory." The strategy prioritizes the integration of robotics and autonomous systems across air, land, and maritime domains.

Honor for the Negev: The Lehavim Local Council won the Minister of Defense Shield Award for 2026
Lehavim is the only authority from the Negev that won the prestigious award for supporting reservists and their families. Alongside the community support, the council will soon market new plots intended for reservists only as part of a second phase.

“A Total Ordeal”: Matias Nahuel Opens Up About Maccabi Haifa and Life in Israel
Matias Nahuel gave an interview to "AS" following his departure from Maccabi Haifa, describing his time in Israel as one of the most difficult periods of his life. The midfielder admitted that security concerns made it impossible to focus on football.

Vega Unveils New Open Standard to Combat AI-Driven Cyberattacks
At Black Hat USA 2026, Vega introduced Detection Skills, an open standard designed to document and automate cyber threat analysis using AI. The framework allows security teams to scale expert knowledge and improve incident response.

Contrary to Police and Shin Bet position: Body of suspect who attempted to stab officer in Lod released
The funeral of Sami Jassous, shot after allegedly attempting to stab a police officer in Lod, will take place tonight. The IDF approved the release of his body for burial, overriding initial recommendations from the police and Shin Bet. The funeral will be held under heavy security.

Poll: About 70% fear election disruption — and how many support involvement in an attack on Iran?
The Israel Democracy Institute published the results of a new poll conducted as part of the «Israeli Voice» index for July. The poll presents an up-to-date picture of the positions of the Israeli public on key political, security, and social issues: the campaign against Iran, the situation in the territories, and the upcoming elections.

Millionaires in the pool: Mizrahim as a fig leaf | Opinion
Has the old hegemony changed its face - but not its power? Figures like Gadi Eizenkot and Naama Lazimi grant legitimacy to the old structure, while the Mizrahi identity serves as a "storefront" that does not change the power relations behind the scenes. The question is not where they came from - but whom they represent now.

Jordan Convenes Emergency Meeting of Arab Foreign Ministers Over 'Israeli Takeover' of Temple Mount
Jordan is convening an emergency meeting of foreign ministers from Arab and Islamic countries due to what it defines as an 'immediate threat' of an Israeli takeover of the Temple Mount. Amman warns that violating the status quo could ignite a major religious conflict.

Shooting at a Mosque in Shefa-Amr: Indictment Against Two Suspects
Last month, a suspect opened fire inside a mosque in Shefa-Amr while brandishing a sword and a pistol before fleeing. Following a manhunt, YAMAM forces arrested the suspect, and a second individual was later apprehended for concealing the weapon.

For 50 shekels: 74-year-old accused of transporting two illegal aliens from Gaza
Police officers stopped a vehicle in Kafr Kanna after one of its passengers tried to hide, and found two residents of the Gaza Strip inside who were in Israel without a permit. The driver, Mahmoud Khatib, admitted that he transported them to their place of work for 50 shekels; indictments and requests for detention until the end of proceedings were filed against the three.

Ministry of Health warns: "Magic Honey" contains life-threatening prohibited substance
Laboratory tests have identified sibutramine in "Magic Honey," a substance prohibited in Israel that can cause heart attacks, strokes, and other severe health risks. The Ministry of Health urges the public to avoid this product.

Unexpected guest at the Ashkelon power station: Wounded sea turtle rescued from the cooling system
Rothenberg power station employees stopped operations and rescued the turtle, which was swept by seawater into the cooling system. An examination revealed it was a young green sea turtle weighing 2.5 kg. It was named "Babchuk" and transferred to the Israel Nature and Parks Authority rescue center for further treatment and rehabilitation.

For the first time in the history of the military justice system: A pilot project for prisoner petitions has launched
The move is intended to allow judicial review by military courts over decisions of military detention facility authorities regarding the conditions of detention of detainees and prisoners. This is part of the desire to promote the rights of soldiers held in detention and imprisonment | First publication