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With an unprecedented budget of 54.6 million shekels, impressive acquisitions like Dolev Haziza, and a refusal to sell the squad's stars, Maccabi Netanya wants to erase the trauma of last season and qualify for the upper playoffs. Coach Roni Levy clarifies: "We are doing everything to have a strong team, but we must dramatically improve the defensive game."

Success in Europe is bittersweet when realizing there is little chance of seeing matches in Israel soon. At least participation remains a diplomatic achievement.

She is only 17, already the Israeli youth champion in athletics and modeling simultaneously, but she is not in a hurry to be dazzled: "I would like to reach Los Angeles 2028, but Brisbane 2032 sounds much more realistic." Arik Zeevi and his daughter Noam in an open interview about genes, fatherhood, and the Olympic dream.

In Khirbet Tuba in the Masafer Yatta area, reports were received of structures being set on fire, and in the Khallet al-Humus area, it was claimed that settlers clashed with families. The Red Crescent reported that 5 wounded were evacuated from the scene.

In Iran, there were no reports of a new statement by IRGC commander Vahidi, but the Prime Minister claimed in a speech at a state ceremony that he "explicitly" threatened to develop a nuclear weapon. Is there a connection to posts on social media?

This time, no one was surprised when Donald Trump announced the postponement of the strike "because the Iranians asked" or some other lie. As usual, the Iranians denied any agreement and, as proof, attacked another ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

When Itamar Ben Gvir awarded Yoav Eliasi his ranks, he declared that he was fixing the police. But it was a corruption that demonstrated to us what an organization looks like that works for a minister and not for citizens.

The internal problems in Israeli society are so extensive that the next leadership will have to be the first in years forced to put an end to them.

For years, it has been customary to speak of a "glass ceiling": the invisible barrier that prevents talented women from advancing to the most senior positions. But before they collide with the ceiling, they must escape from what is known as the "concrete floor."

We risk missing an opportunity to realize what is the very victory in Gaza: replacing Hamas rule, clearing the Strip of dangerous weapons, and starting a new era in Gaza, while the IDF is in any case deployed around the border.

The opposition's joy over the ban on using live reporting apps from polling stations is quite puzzling. Given their organizational structure, this decision may actually deprive them of a significant advantage.

Yoaz Hendel and Chili Tropper launched their party 'Zionist Home - The Reservists' last night, joining a growing list of small parties courting right-wing voters disappointed with the current coalition. The situation in the 'Third Bloc' is intensifying.

After more than a decade, the former Interior Minister is considering running for the Knesset with the "Haredi Public" party. The party says it will support enlistment, and in a letter to the leaders of the Haredi parties, they criticized their hawkish line: "Continued confrontation puts the future of the Haredi public at risk."

Sources in the Gulf say that the US has made a significant concession regarding Iran's demands for control over Hormuz, and that the draft agreement is ready - and awaiting the Supreme Leader's approval: "It is a temporary solution that will pave the way for the resumption of nuclear negotiations". Reuters: Tehran threatened to attack "critical infrastructure throughout the Gulf" in response to...

The severe violence in the stands during the match between Hapoel Petah Tikva and Maccabi Netanya, when a fan was struck in the head with an iron rod by a steward, is a warning sign for us all. On the day that, heaven forbid, a person who came to watch a sporting event ends their life at the stadium, we will no longer be able to say we were surprised.

57-year-old Ziad Bashara was murdered in Tayibe, allegedly as part of a "blood feud" conflict - his wife, social activist Suzan, was also murdered last year. The murder this evening, along with another murder over the weekend, puts an end to a rare streak without murder cases in the sector - which lasted 20 days - and the police claim that recently there has been an "80% drop" in shooting...

A three-year-old toddler has died after being struck by a vehicle in Ar'ara. Police are investigating the incident as a hit-and-run, noting that relatives initially claimed the child had fallen in an attempt to obstruct the investigation.

The former defender, who played most of his career for the capital's team and also for Maccabi Netanya — with whom he won a championship — passed away at the age of 78. The club paid tribute: "Today Beitar lost a symbol."

The IDF reported a "flagrant violation" of the ceasefire by Hezbollah and evacuated an entire village, but only announced that the strikes were "targeted." It has been learned that the army demanded more powerful strikes, but the political echelon blocked them, at least for now. In the background, talks are being held with the Lebanese government in Rome.

Today, the family of Itamar Cohen from Karmiel marks his 22nd birthday at a memorial site they established near their home. His father, Eyal Cohen, said they began the morning with a memorial ceremony and will continue the day by visiting the cemetery to light a candle in his honor.

District Planning and Building Committees have advanced a series of urban renewal projects in Kiryat Gat, Kiryat Motzkin, Haifa, and Ramat Gan, totaling over 4,000 new housing units.

The US President departed from the White House toward Andrews Air Force Base when a passenger plane was cleared for takeoff from Reagan National Airport in violation of safety protocols. The aircraft came into close proximity, though the FAA stated that Donald Trump's life was never in danger.

Brigadier General Lior Abudraham, who was questioned in the case involving Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's associates, is set to step down as head of the police spokesperson's unit for another senior role. Negotiations are underway to bring back Eli Levy.

A month after announcing their joint run, former ministers Hili Troper and Yoaz Hendel have launched the "Zionist Home — Reservists" campaign. Hendel reaffirmed his commitment not to help Benjamin Netanyahu reach a 61-seat majority.

Police investigators presented Agam Tsarfi, suspected of ordering the murder of her former partner, with a message she sent to her IDF commanders shortly after the crime. In it, she claimed she would not report for duty because her partner had 'passed away' and was 'very sick.' Police identify Tsarfi and her friend Shilat Huta as the 'brains' behind the operation.

Abdul El-Sayed has secured victory in the Michigan Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, defeating moderate Haley Stevens. President Donald Trump attacked the candidate, labeling him a 'communist loser,' and warned of the radicalization of the Democratic Party.

A group of Israeli minors, including families with children, illegally crossed the border into southern Lebanon. IDF forces and police are currently working to return them to Israeli territory.

US President Donald Trump stated that an agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz is expected within 48 hours. Negotiations are ongoing, with final approval pending from the IRGC.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the Attorney General's warning regarding Itamar Ben Gvir's alleged interference in police work. Netanyahu announced he has no intention of dismissing the minister, describing the claims as 'grains' inflated on a shaky evidentiary basis.

The motive behind the incident in this popular cultural and entertainment district, one of the most frequented by tourists in the British capital, remains unknown. Four men aged 34, 39, 42, and 52 were transported to trauma centers.

A Tel Aviv couple failed to clear out a safe rented from Brixton despite a court order. After the company performed an authorized break-in and found only 50 shekels, they were sued for over 21,000 shekels in accumulated storage fees.

Former minister Gilad Erdan is set to announce a new party within the "Third Bloc." He will be joined by MK Yuli Edelstein, who will serve as the party's second-in-command.

In parallel with ongoing talks in Rome, the IDF has launched targeted strikes against Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. Residents of Al-Mansouri village were ordered to evacuate immediately, citing a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement by the terror organization.

Three residential buildings containing 56 old apartments were demolished as part of an urban renewal project, and in their place, two 24-story residential towers containing 227 new apartments will be built. An apartment owner in the demolished building: "A sense of relief, pride, and hope."

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At the Yedioth Ahronoth and INSS conference, Naftali Bennett announced he would declare Qatar an enemy state. However, Yashar! chairman Gadi Eisenkot was skeptical: "It should be a serious decision, not an election gimmick," he stated.

The Prime Minister has decided not to file an appeal against the Likud court's decision to bar incumbent MKs from running in district primaries. Instead, he will support the petition of MK Afif Abd, who entered the Knesset following the resignation of Yoav Gallant and argues that his short tenure exempts him from the ruling's rationale regarding political advantages.

The incident near Tel village, which resulted in the deaths of Yuval Ezra, Binyamin Melt, and four Palestinians, reveals a broader failure: the IDF, police, and Shin Bet are unable to enforce the law in Judea and Samaria. A group of Jewish extremists acts with impunity, while the IDF effectively serves as their security detail, catering to coalition politics.

Residents of neighborhood 1 in Tel Sheva have been without electricity since Tuesday after masked gunmen shot at a transformer. Repair crews were forced to abandon work due to threats from armed individuals.

An Italian woman accidentally threw away a winning lottery ticket after misinterpreting a terminal message. Following a frantic call to the sanitation department, workers conducted a massive search of a garbage truck and miraculously retrieved the intact ticket after more than 24 hours.