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Two teen girls hurt, one seriously, in car-ramming terror attack at West Bank junction

Two teen girls hurt, one seriously, in car-ramming terror attack at West Bank junction

30-year-old Palestinian attacker shot dead at scene; MDA says victims are 17 and 15; army says soldier who shot terrorist also provided emergency care...

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Emanuel Fabian

EU sanctions Hamas politburo members along with four settler groups

EU sanctions Hamas politburo members along with four settler groups

Bloc names Khaled Mashaal, nine other officials in terror group for ‘promoting, defending’ ‘violence’; move comes day after confirmed...

yesterday 10

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Nava Freiberg

Man found dead in Ramle, in suspected homicide

Man found dead in Ramle, in suspected homicide

Police open investigation, suspect death linked to ongoing blood feud; victim, named as Zidan Abu Amer, said to have been missing since day before

yesterday 10

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Toi Staff

Iran reopens most entrances to 18 underground missile sites struck in war – report

Iran reopens most entrances to 18 underground missile sites struck in war – report

CNN, citing satellite images, says 50 out of 69 tunnel openings now salvaged, most missiles survived US-Israeli bombing; Tehran says talks ongoing, US...

yesterday 10

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Toi Staff

Ben Gvir said to have forced his way onto ship to film controversial flotilla video

Ben Gvir said to have forced his way onto ship to film controversial flotilla video

National security minister blew past 2 officers who tried to prevent him from boarding vessel where detainees were held, threatened to ruin career of...

yesterday 10

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Toi Staff

After record year, Israeli tech brain drain raises fears for future growth – report

After record year, Israeli tech brain drain raises fears for future growth – report

Israel Innovation Authority says R&D activity and management of startups are increasingly moving abroad amid AI-related changes, and as strong shekel...

yesterday 20

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Sharon Wrobel

High Court orders justice minister to convene Judicial Selection Committee

High Court orders justice minister to convene Judicial Selection Committee

In unanimous decision, judges reprimand Levin for claiming no time left for appointments before elections, when he has refused to appoint judges for...

yesterday 20

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Jeremy Sharon

Netanyahu taps Shmuel Ben Ezra, Arrow 3 innovator, as national security adviser

Netanyahu taps Shmuel Ben Ezra, Arrow 3 innovator, as national security adviser

Crucial role has only been filled in a temporary capacity since October, when Tzachi Hanegbi was ousted over reported disagreements with the PM

yesterday 20

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Toi Staff

Attorney general opposes extending PMO acting director’s tenure over graft probe

Attorney general opposes extending PMO acting director’s tenure over graft probe

Baharav-Miara tells High Court ‘considerable difficulty’ in Netanyahu pick Drorit Steinmetz due to fraud investigation tied to probe of social...

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Jeremy Sharon

‘We returned stronger than ever’: Netanyahu hails capture of Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle

‘We returned stronger than ever’: Netanyahu hails capture of Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle

PM says Israel has ‘broken through the barrier of fear,’ vows ‘dramatic shift’ in policy against Hezbollah; France requests emergency UN...

yesterday 30

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Nava Freiberg

Report submitted to AG warns Ben Gvir may use police to meddle in upcoming election

Report submitted to AG warns Ben Gvir may use police to meddle in upcoming election

Zulat Institute urges Baharav-Miara to issue guidelines limiting national security minister’s ability to intervene in police operations, warning of...

yesterday 20

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Avner Hofstein

Two Jewish women denied entry to Barcelona sauna over Star of David necklaces

Two Jewish women denied entry to Barcelona sauna over Star of David necklaces

Couple told ‘Zionists’ unwelcome; as they are forced out, Spanish woman repeatedly tells them ‘Free Palestine’; local Jewish community demands...

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Toi Staff

Police rabbi says Haredi draft evaders filing complaints at stations won’t be detained

Police rabbi says Haredi draft evaders filing complaints at stations won’t be detained

Hardline Jerusalem Faction announces postponement of ‘stormy’ demonstrations, claiming IDF intends to free ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers from...

yesterday 30

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Sam Sokol

War stress reported as reason 37% of Israeli smokers lighting up

War stress reported as reason 37% of Israeli smokers lighting up

Among youth, 24% report use of e-cigarettes; 93% exposed to secondhand smoke; public anti-smoking campaigns and disturbing graphics do not appear to...

yesterday 30

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Diana Bletter

Daily Briefing May 31: After 26 years, IDF retakes Lebanon’s Beaufort fortress

Daily Briefing May 31: After 26 years, IDF retakes Lebanon’s Beaufort fortress

Political writer Tal Schneider explains why Israel’s hands are tied as Hezbollah fires missiles at the north; plus, possible dates for elections

yesterday 30

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Jessica Steinberg

Supreme Court extends jail term of convicted Iran-backed terror cell member

Supreme Court extends jail term of convicted Iran-backed terror cell member

Court adds year to sentence of Nazareth resident Hamad Hammadi, raising it to 7, after prosecutor argued spate of recent Iran espionage cases creates...

yesterday 30

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Jeremy Sharon

Ex-finance minister Kahlon convicted on securities-reporting charges in plea bargain

Ex-finance minister Kahlon convicted on securities-reporting charges in plea bargain

Defense and prosecution will jointly petition for suspended sentence, after he failed to report missing checks amounting to NIS 10.6 million

yesterday 30

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Jeremy Sharon

Iranian authorities shutter Tehran cafe over alleged ‘satanic’ activities

Iranian authorities shutter Tehran cafe over alleged ‘satanic’ activities

Prime-location venue featured Western-style music that ‘provided a setting for abnormal behaviors,’ local media says; regime has long labeled rock...

yesterday 30

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Afp

Soldier killed in Hezbollah drone strike in Lebanon; IDF captures strategic Beaufort Castle

Soldier killed in Hezbollah drone strike in Lebanon; IDF captures strategic Beaufort Castle

Defense minister hails Israeli flag flying again over the crusader fortress, a symbol of Israel’s previous wars in Lebanon; Staff Sgt. Michael...

yesterday 30

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Emanuel Fabian

French police arrest over 400 soccer fans in clashes following Champions League win

French police arrest over 400 soccer fans in clashes following Champions League win

Seven officers wounded as tens of thousands of Paris Saint-Germain supporters celebrate team’s victory over Arsenal by firing flares, blocking...

yesterday 20

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Nicholas mcanally

Trump said seeking changes to Iran deal, focused on fate of uranium stockpile

Trump said seeking changes to Iran deal, focused on fate of uranium stockpile

Separate report says US let Qatari tankers that paid Iran traverse Hormuz, and even escorted some; Trump: Deal coming ‘slowly but surely,’ Iran...

yesterday 30

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Toi Staff

Colombians head to the polls, with 2 pro-Israel candidates challenging anti-Israel leftist

Colombians head to the polls, with 2 pro-Israel candidates challenging anti-Israel leftist

Frontrunner Cepeda has vowed to continue path of incumbent Petro who cut ties with Jewish state; right-wingers De La Espriella and Valencia want to...

yesterday 30

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Reuters

Trump in excellent health with leg swelling and hand bruising, doctor says

Trump in excellent health with leg swelling and hand bruising, doctor says

Memo on US president’s health released after physical earlier in the week; leg swelling continues but has improved, memo says; Trump turns 80 in June

yesterday 30

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Bo Erickson

Trump to headline fair for US’s 250th anniversary after artists drop out

Trump to headline fair for US’s 250th anniversary after artists drop out

As some performers back away from ‘Great American State Fair’ due to ties to president, he calls their music ‘boring’ and claims he gets...

yesterday 30

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Agencies

Report: US has allowed some tankers from Qatar to cross Hormuz despite payments to Iran

Report: US has allowed some tankers from Qatar to cross Hormuz despite payments to Iran

IDF probes clip of troops allegedly forcing West Bank boy to pose with Palestinian flag next to gun * 416 arrested in France during celebrations of...

yesterday 30

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Toi Staff

Israel shuts schools near Lebanon border amid repeated Hezbollah rocket, drone attacks

Israel shuts schools near Lebanon border amid repeated Hezbollah rocket, drone attacks

IDF Home Front Command tightens guidelines, as Nahariya hospital moves operations underground; Lebanese PM accuses Israel of ‘scorched-earth...

yesterday 40

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Emanuel Fabian

US says it struck ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran

US says it struck ship trying to breach blockade and reach Iran

US forces have yet to board vessel, which remains adrift in Gulf of Oman; six ships halted, one allowed to pass, and another 116 ships have been...

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Ap

‘A jungle’: Reservists speak of permissive open-fire rules along Gaza’s Yellow Line

‘A jungle’: Reservists speak of permissive open-fire rules along Gaza’s Yellow Line

Troops say little discretion is exercised in shooting those who come near truce line, call ceasefire ‘a joke’; IDF says line clearly marked, no...

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Ap

Hezbollah fires multiple rockets and drones at north as IDF expands south Lebanon op

Hezbollah fires multiple rockets and drones at north as IDF expands south Lebanon op

None injured in attacks as military braces for increased fire; army strike hits artillery command center; Lebanese officials said disappointed by...

previous day 40

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Emanuel Fabian

Hamas warns of ‘dangerous escalation’ after PM orders army to seize more Gaza land

Hamas warns of ‘dangerous escalation’ after PM orders army to seize more Gaza land

UNICEF says move to take 70% of Strip’s territory will cause further suffering among children; Germany expresses concern over permanent division of...

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Agencies

Settlers attack Palestinians, vandalize property near Nablus; 7 reported injured

Settlers attack Palestinians, vandalize property near Nablus; 7 reported injured

Palestinians say latest attacks by extremists saw a number of people shot, others beaten; no immediate comment from authorities

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Noam Lehmann

Mamdani endorses former organizer of Columbia anti-Israel encampment for US Congress

Mamdani endorses former organizer of Columbia anti-Israel encampment for US Congress

Darializa Avila Chevalier calls to ‘invest in our communities, not in bombs abroad’ as she thanks NYC mayor, who has only endorsed congressional...

previous day 40

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Joseph Strauss

French-Jewish intellectual Edgar Morin, ‘grandfather’ of France,’ dies at 104

French-Jewish intellectual Edgar Morin, ‘grandfather’ of France,’ dies at 104

Born to Greek-Jewish immigrants, Morin shied away from being defined by his Jewishness; was sharply critical of Israel; beloved in France for his...

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Clare byrne

At reopened Nahal Oz pub, Israeli musician closes circle begun after October 7

At reopened Nahal Oz pub, Israeli musician closes circle begun after October 7

Singer Elai Botner reunites on Shavuot holiday with uprooted kibbutz members he played for days after the massacre, bringing back the song he wrote...

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Jessica Steinberg

Italy bans Kanye West concert after concern from Jewish community

Italy bans Kanye West concert after concern from Jewish community

Rapper, also known as Ye, has faced bans across Europe following years of antisemitic activity; Authorities also cancel concert by rapper Travis Scott...

previous day 50

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Reuters

Hezbollah rocket barrage targets Kiryat Shmona, hitting commercial center; no injuries

Hezbollah rocket barrage targets Kiryat Shmona, hitting commercial center; no injuries

Some 15 rockets fired at northern Israel overnight, with most being intercepted; IDF issues evacuation warnings for several towns in southern Lebanon...

previous day 50

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Emanuel Fabian

‘A Serious Man’: Coen brothers craft the Jewiest film of all

‘A Serious Man’: Coen brothers craft the Jewiest film of all

ToI’s movie maven and deputy editor kvell over the 2009 dark comedy set in the wilds of 1967 Minnesota

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Amanda Borschel-Dan

Ben Gvir drew fire from fellow right-wingers for his flotilla video. Was that the point?

Ben Gvir drew fire from fellow right-wingers for his flotilla video. Was that the point?

Footage of the far-right national security minister taunting activists served to differentiate him from more moderate elements of his camp — even as...

previous day 50

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Ben Sales

With Australia awash in antisemitism, a Jewish cleaner scrubs off Melbourne’s swastikas for free

With Australia awash in antisemitism, a Jewish cleaner scrubs off Melbourne’s swastikas for free

Heshy Adelist says calls surged after Oct. 7, leading him to spend 1,000-plus hours removing hateful graffiti and eventually testify before...

previous day 50

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Nomi Kaltmann

Anti-Israel NJ candidate facing scrutiny over ‘Blind Sheikh’ ties says he condemns antisemitism

Anti-Israel NJ candidate facing scrutiny over ‘Blind Sheikh’ ties says he condemns antisemitism

Adam Hamawy, a Democrat running for US Congress who opposes Iron Dome and volunteered in Gaza amid Israel-Hamas war, tells JTA that safety of Muslims...

previous day 50

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Joseph Strauss

After meeting, White House says Trump will only back a deal that ‘satisfies his red lines’

After meeting, White House says Trump will only back a deal that ‘satisfies his red lines’

US reiterates president’s stance that ‘Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon’ * Pentagon hails ‘productive’ talks between Israeli and...

previous day 50

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Toi Staff

UAE struck Iran dozens of times during war and amid truce, including with Israel — WSJ

UAE struck Iran dozens of times during war and amid truce, including with Israel — WSJ

Report says US and Israel provided intel for the attacks, including joint strike on petrochemical complex that led Washington to ask Jerusalem to stop...

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Toi Staff

NY case sheds light on alleged Iran-linked terror campaign targeting Diaspora Jews

NY case sheds light on alleged Iran-linked terror campaign targeting Diaspora Jews

US prosecutors say defendant Mohammad Al-Saadi orchestrated string of attacks on Jewish targets as part of ‘psychological warfare’ campaign on...

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Luke Tress

Iran preparing ‘grand’ funeral for slain leader Ali Khamenei, state TV says

Iran preparing ‘grand’ funeral for slain leader Ali Khamenei, state TV says

Special HQ set up for ceremony, whose date is still undetermined, nearly three months after supreme leader was killed by Israel in war’s opening salvo

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Afp

Irish fans disrupt national soccer team’s game to protest planned matches against Israel

Irish fans disrupt national soccer team’s game to protest planned matches against Israel

Coach of Ireland, who has called for a ban on Israel, says ‘we respect the protest’ after game against Qatar is twice interrupted when Palestinian...

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Afp

Trump meeting to make ‘final determination’ on Iran deal said to end with no decision

Trump meeting to make ‘final determination’ on Iran deal said to end with no decision

Tehran denies US president’s suggestion that agreement announced by White House includes nuclear concessions; deal includes $300B fund for Iran’s...

friday 40

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Jacob Magid

PM confirms troops crossed Litani, as Pentagon hosts Israeli-Lebanon security talks

PM confirms troops crossed Litani, as Pentagon hosts Israeli-Lebanon security talks

UNICEF says 15 children killed in Lebanon over past week, as WHO warns of damage to country’s healthcare and minister accuses Israel of putting...

friday 40

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Emanuel Fabian

BDS vote takes products from coexistence-promoting foodmakers off NYC co-op’s shelves

BDS vote takes products from coexistence-promoting foodmakers off NYC co-op’s shelves

Vote in Park Slope covers eight companies connected to Israel, including Jewish-Arab bridge building nonprofit led by women and tahini from factory...

friday 40

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Luke Tress

Trump-backed NY gubernatorial candidate attends picketed Israeli real estate event

Trump-backed NY gubernatorial candidate attends picketed Israeli real estate event

Anti-Israel protesters say Jerusalem municipality, which organized the Manhattan expo attended by Bruce Blakeman, is responsible for ‘apartheid’...

friday 40

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Joseph Strauss

Greek man charged in UK over suspected Iranian plot to target dissident journalist

Greek man charged in UK over suspected Iranian plot to target dissident journalist

Unnamed reporter works for London-based Persian news outlet Iran International, whose premises were also targeted in April in an attempted arson...

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Reuters