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While the two countries speak through threats and missiles, an Israeli and an Iranian met for a different kind of battle – on the judo mat, with national flags on their chests. Seven years after the Ayatollah regime prevented them from meeting in the World Championship final, Sagi Muki and Saeid Mollaei closed an emotional circle – in the Holy Land. Mollaei: "So happy to be here."

True, it's only the Toto Cup and there's no reason for it to panic yet, but Maccabi Haifa's poor start is the result of a chain of managerial mistakes that drag on from season to season. They shape a culture of suspicion, criticism, blame-seeking, and shifting responsibility, lacking the patience necessary for systems looking for a new direction.

Forget missing the World Cup—Italy is now struggling to sign a coach without getting into trouble. From the choice of Pirlo, canceled due to questionable ties with a Russian gambling portal, to the appointment of a man recently labeled a "traitor," the farce continues.

Benjamin Netanyahu's party with the Americans is over: he burned all bridges with the Democrats long ago. But recently, against the backdrop of the war with Iran that leads nowhere, he has also lost a large segment of the Republican Party.

Whoever seeks to lead must understand that privileges are inseparable from risks. Leaders should not be immune to the dangers that ordinary citizens face.

The Democrats party could be the second largest in the change bloc if Bennett and Lapid split after the elections. Its members do not hide their desire to promote the idea of a Palestinian state. But this is exactly what could keep the undecided from the Religious Zionist sector in the embrace of Netanyahu and the Haredim.

A decline in wages, delays in studies, and career stagnation: A new study by the Taub Center warns of the long-term consequences of prolonged service since October 7. About 70,000 students served in the reserves in the past year, and the average payment per day of service dropped by about 30%.

Municipal property tax (Arnona) is set to rise automatically by 3.05% in 2027, but many local authorities have requested additional exceptional increases from the Ministry of Interior, reaching as high as 33%. The business sector has announced its intention to fight these measures.

First publication: For the first time, a security opinion on candidates was transferred to the Committee for the Appointment of Qadis even before the vote on their appointments. Following information about the connection of some of them to the Northern Branch of the Islamic Movement, the committee decided not to discuss their candidacy. The check was conducted at the request of ministers Struck...

After centuries of research focusing on male birds, scientists are now exploring female song, revealing that it is more common and complex than previously thought. The historical bias, driven by a male-dominated field and a focus on northern migratory species, is being challenged as more women enter ornithology.

As Haredi parties are in conflict with each other and the Prime Minister, and the Haredi public is dissatisfied with the handling of the conscription issue, some are trying to exploit the crisis. In Jerusalem, a party called 'HaKahal' was launched yesterday with a different goal - to create a list composed by registered members, not by spiritual leaders. Women - currently still out.

The Minister of Defense's words and actions pose a threat to the state's security. They could not only be used to issue an international arrest warrant against him but could also destroy Israel's reputation as a state that enforces the law without fear or distinction of race, religion, or gender.

Progressives love him for his populist economic messages, the Democratic establishment loves him because he avoids extreme statements: Senator Jon Ossoff from Georgia is young, photogenic, and Jewish, and his attitude toward Israel ranges from support to criticism. In the polls, he is already standing out as a "rockstar."

Antoine Sahnoui, the partner of former US envoy Morgan Ortagus, was described by her as a "Christian Zionist." At an event in memory of Senator Lindsey Graham, he was documented with the Prime Minister and his wife Sara. The Lebanese response was swift: the Attorney General issued an arrest warrant against him after confirming that the photos from the event were not AI-generated.

Firefighters are battling massive blazes in France amidst a 40-degree heat wave; while 60,000 evacuees have been allowed home, authorities warn the danger persists. In Spain, the Castellon fire remains out of control, and a new blaze has erupted in Zamora. Two firefighters have perished in Crete, and Turkey is managing 90 active fires, with evacuations underway in Antalya.

Ahead of the arrival of tens of thousands of Hasidim, most from Israel, the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has reiterated its warning regarding dangers in the country: "Full security cannot be guaranteed."

Sources within the club report a managerial crisis stemming from disagreements between Oren Hasson and Tzahi Reichenstein. Owner Ofer Yannai is expected to make a decision regarding the CEO's future shortly.

Army sources state that civilians crossing the border in the north are diverting attention that should be focused on the enemy: "It is inconceivable that we have to set up ambushes and conduct observations against our own citizens."

The "New York Times" reports a significant number of casualties following strikes in Iraq, drawing severe threats from militia umbrella organizations. A US official confirmed that the targets were attacked intentionally to degrade the militias' ability to launch missiles and UAVs.

The Malabes took an early lead through Shavit Mazal (20'), but the Ordonim responded with an Idan Barnes header (64') and a dramatic 86th-minute winner from Luan Campos.

The army is marking terror tunnels in the area where an engineering vehicle was struck last night as a potential target, pending a decision by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited southern Lebanon, emphasizing readiness for any scenario.

Fans of the runner-up are in a frenzy ahead of the Conference League qualifying return leg against AEK Larnaca, which will be held in Bucharest. Romanian authorities are on high alert for the meeting between the fan camps, with strict security checks expected at the stadium entrance. Yarden Shua will start the game on the bench.

An explosion occurred at a liquefied natural gas facility in the Egyptian port of Damietta. Security sources suggest that natural gas storage tanks may have been hit by drones.

First publication: About two weeks after tax inspectors were violently attacked, the Tax Authority has accepted employee demands that operations in Bnei Brak and other high-risk localities will only proceed with prior coordination and police escort. The Tax Authority Director stated: "We will not tolerate any harm to employees while they are performing their duties."

The Prime Minister said he "only heard about the reactions" to the video he published himself, in which Gadi Eizenkot is seen running to hug a young man, and at the last moment deviates to hug Mansour Abbas. The young man reminded many of Eizenkot's son who fell in the war; the PM stated: "It is better not to engage in bereavement; if it were the other way around, you would have paralyzed the...

The Reds added the guard who played for the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks and averaged 19.2 points in the G-League. He will begin the process of obtaining citizenship due to his Jewish roots. After the signing, he said: "I heard a lot about the club"

"The King" sold all his values in the pursuit of a fifth championship ring. But even if he wins it, it will no longer change his place in history — and will only deepen the debate about the path he chose.

Activists from the 'Halutzei HaBashan' movement infiltrated Syrian territory again and stayed overnight. IDF forces returned them to Israel. Despite previous detentions, no legal action was taken, leading the IDF to state: 'This is a criminal offense; law enforcement must prosecute those involved.'

In England, it is claimed that the Hammers are interested in the Israel national team player, who is with Tottenham on its pre-season tour in Australia and New Zealand. Fiorentina is also still in the picture.

The Ministry of Transport has significantly reinforced bus lines to ultra-Orthodox centers and leisure destinations. Over the next two weeks, lines to spots such as Safed, Meron, and separate beaches in Ashkelon will be expanded at the expense of other routes. The Ministry states that resources are being allocated efficiently based on seasonal demand.

A UK court convicted 19-year-old Norwegian footballer Johannes Kongsenes Netland of conspiracy to commit murder. Netland was recruited by the Swedish 'Foxtrot' gang, linked to the Iranian regime, to act as a hitman.

Nadav Zilberstein's squad remains undefeated after a 100:86 victory over Denmark. David Moses led the charge with a double-double, recording 23 points and 17 rebounds.

After contact with Adi Koren (59) from Ramat Gan was lost on Monday, her son Roy filed a missing person report with the police the next day. The son stated that his mother, who has mental health challenges, had never gone missing before. He drew the investigators' attention to a "problematic relationship" with one of her acquaintances: "They have not exhausted this direction." The police...

The veteran battery company Varta has filed for bankruptcy, partly due to the cancellation of a major contract with Apple. Conversely, Chinese chip manufacturer CXMT surged 500% on its first day of trading on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The story of these two firms highlights the contrast between Germany's declining economy and China's rapid growth.

US President Donald Trump labeled the missile fire at US forces in Jordan a "surprise attack" and threatened a severe response. Meanwhile, the US and Saudi Arabia conducted joint strikes against pro-Iranian militias in Iraq.

The commander of US Central Command has warned troops in the Middle East that posting combat footage assists Tehran in targeting bases. Admiral Brad Cooper stated that open-source intelligence gathered from social media directly costs American lives.

An Israeli citizen who served in a classified unit has been indicted for maintaining contact with an Iranian intelligence operative. He is charged with communicating with a foreign agent and attempting to provide information to the enemy.

In an interview with Fox News, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed concerns regarding potential arrest during an emergency landing abroad amid an international warrant. He mentioned the readiness of special forces and criticized the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a settlement in a class action lawsuit against HOT. The company will provide customers with 4 million NIS worth of free viewing benefits as compensation for broadcasting content unsuitable for minors.

"A new and dangerous mission": Politico reported that the US is urging Europe to help patrol the strait - but is encountering suspicion. Despite London's support for holding a conference on "division of roles," American and British officials warned - there is no progress. In Europe, they claim to be frustrated by the surprise of the start of the war in Iran: "The US did not behave as a partner."