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Commentary

Rafah Crossing reopens on Israel's terms

February 1, 2026

The reopening is taking place under restrictions that did not exist before the war, operating without the transfer of goods and subject to additional security oversight under Israeli supervision. It is a concession that is far from ideal, but the lesser evil under current circumstances

Trump Plan

Mike Pompeo: Trump will deliver on Iran, Gaza must not go to PA

Danny Zaken

Food

The shocking truth about Israeli McDonald's that's making Americans jealous

Ofir Rabinovich

United States

Report: The real reason delaying a US strike on Iran

Neta Bar

United States

IDF chief of staff holds talks in Washington as US weighs Iran military action

Lilach Shoval

Reuters/Mike Blake

Tesla to begin autonomous driving trial in Israel

Nitzan Cohen

Inside the US military's massive buildup ahead of possible Iran strike

Senior US official: Trump's patience is not unlimited

Shachar Kleiman and Neta Bar

US Navy destroyer leaves Eilat for Red Sea operations amid Iran tensions

Ronit Zilberstein

US-Iran showdown nears as Israel is pulled deeper in

Analysis

Iran's maritime threats test US resolve, not US vulnerability

Despite the overwhelming power and clear superiority of the US naval force, Iran has not been deterred from issuing threats against American vessels. Earlier this week, a billboard in the heart of Tehran depicted a destroyed US aircraft carrier, while official Iranian media outlets aired threatening videos throughout the week. The question is: how realistic is Iran’s ability actually strike an aircraft carrier?

January 31, 2026

Magazine

Not just Deni Avdija: the new hub for Israeli athletes

Precisely in the grim reality where the word "Israeli" has become a slur and the values on which sport is based have been blurred, young Israelis are succeeding against all odds and living the American Dream in its fullest embodiment.

January 31, 2026

Magazine

Was classified Iran strike intel exploited to profit on Polymarket?

Not only is there no sanction for advance information – it's an advantage the platform encourages. One can only imagine what access to the US president's information sources allows his associates to profit in betting markets.

January 31, 2026

Magazine

From enemy to friend? Brazilian ex-president's son makes promise to Israel

As Brazil's right-wing frontrunner, Flávio Bolsonaro pledges to reverse hostile policies and restore his father's Israel alliance.

January 31, 2026

Magazine

The hostage detectives step out of the shadow

The tension with families, the doubts, and how the IDF chief of staff “fired” them after locating Ran Gvili: Commanders of the the Hostages and Missing Persons Command can finally speak about what was kept secret during the Gaza War.

January 29, 2026

Magazine

'We were seconds from rescuing hostages, the unit was right outside the door'

On October 8, when the scope of the Israelis abducted to Gaza was still unknown, Gal Hirsch took on the task of bringing them home. “During Ramadan, Sinwar planned an ‘Al-Aqsa Flood 2,’ but we were accused of sabotaging a deal by refusing a ceasefire during the fast.” he says. He also reveals: “We categorized the hostages as ‘Ron Arads,’ ‘Nachshon Wachsmans,’ ‘Regev and Goldwassers,’ and ‘Gilad Schalits.’” And also: How long did Sinwar plan to hold the hostages?

January 29, 2026

Feature

German FM: 'I'm ashamed Jews fear speaking Hebrew in my country'

Dr. Johann Wadephul tells Israel Hayom he's shocked young Germans don't know the Holocaust, defends Israel ties despite partial arms embargo, and vows Germany will keep buying Israeli defense systems.

January 27, 2026

Explainer

Phase two of Trump's Gaza plan begins

Following the return of Ran Gvili, the most complex and obstacle-filled phase of President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war is now underway. The Americans are expected to try to bypass objections from the terrorist organization and Jerusalem, while talks continue between Hamas leaders and the countries involved in the reconstruction plan.

January 26, 2026