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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his sycophants believe his corruption trial is proof that the judicial system is weighted against right-wingers. Unfortunately for them, Israeli history does not support their case

The Middle East that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will encounter in January is starkly different to the region he thinks he remembers from four years ago – nowhere more so than Syria, following this weekend's shock collapse of the Assad regime

The four reservists were killed when a building collapsed, possibly after munitions detonated ■ In northern Gaza, three soldiers were killed by an anti-tank missile

In places like Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, little supply and strong demand creates a competitive dynamic for renters. And when it comes to getting the attention of a landlord – money talks.

In places like Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, little supply and strong demand creates a competitive dynamic for renters. And when it comes to getting the attention of a landlord – money talks.

According to Supreme Court Justice Alex Stein, the classified information in Eli Feldstein's possession 'doesn't justify leaving him under arrest between prison walls.' An army reservist who is a co-defendant in the case, however, will remain in custody

As war with Hezbollah winds down, will Israeli vacationers flock back to the north? Hotels on kibbutzim in the Galilee aim to be back in business as soon as this month

The Israeli army says it detected the drone but that a fighter jet failed to down it before it hit the apartment building in Yavneh. No casualties were reported in the strike

A new political geography is emerging in the Middle East following the collapse of Syria's Assad regime, with once-major regional players like Russia and Iran taking body blows. But the victors have serious issues to wrestle with too

A source who spoke with the Qatari-owned daily Al-Araby al-Jadeed said the parties to the negotiations have been showing 'unprecedented seriousness' and an Israeli delegation is due in Cairo on Monday to discuss a Gaza cease-fire

  In an exclusive interview with Israel Hayom this week, Adam Boehler, Donald Trump's special envoy for hostage affairs, revealed that diplomatic efforts have intensified to secure a hostage release deal before Jan. 20, with Qatari mediators re-engaging in negotiations. Boehler emphasized Trump's unwavering commitment, "The president said he wants the hostages, and he will […]

Romania's now-nixed presidential election raises concerns over the vulnerability of Europe's democratic processes to outside influence. But the shock success of a far-right candidate could also be a symptom of deeper internal issues

The women displayed signs urging an end to bullfighting during the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.

The Solidarity Film Festival in Tel Aviv refuses to be cowed, an Israeli artist goes to the hospital and Batsheva Dance Company is back (for a short while)

  Negotiations for a new hostage deal between Israel and Hamas have reached an advanced stage, with both sides exchanging lists of names through mediators, according to Arab media reports. The proposed agreement could include the release of four American citizens held in Gaza who don't meet the humanitarian criteria of previous deals. Israeli sources […]

  The fall of Bashar Assad's regime is nothing short of astounding: it's not every day we witness the justified end of a ruler responsible for some of the worst atrocities of the 21st century. The swiftness of the collapse and the relative absence of fighting only amplifies the astonishment. Western (and likely Eastern) intelligence […]

  Since Oct. 7, Israel has faced numerous internal and external challenges, yet appears to have succeeded in creating a new regional reality. However, security forces and political leadership had to advance these changes amid significant difficulties and at a heavy cost, operating across multiple fronts after failing to foresee and prepare for various developments. […]

A powerful explosion was heard this morning (Monday) in a 15-story residential building in the city of Yavne in central Israel, followed by a fire breaking out on the penthouse floor. Thick smoke was seen rising from the building. According to the IDF, the explosion was caused by a drone that likely crossed into Israel […]

Yossi Sharabi was abducted on October 7 and later killed in captivity. His wife, Nira, is now fighting to bring home his brother, Eli, who was also kidnapped, and her husband's body. 'I want Eli to be here for everyone who is still here to be comforted by him'

ISRAEL: Israeli ministers call on court administration to postpone Netanyahu's trial testimony due to security situation; White House's Sullivan to visit Israel on Thursday to discuss Syria, Gaza hostage deal ■ SYRIA: Foreign Minister Sa'ar says Israel attacked 'strategic weapons' in Syria to keep them out of hands of extremist factions ■ GAZA: Hamas sends Egypt list of hostages destined for release, including four American citizens, according to report