Israel

Hamas-backing nation signs funding agreement with Jerusalem medical center located near national security minister's office.

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Energy Minister Eli Cohen, whose signatures are essential for ratifying the agreement, have delayed its ratification to resolve related complications.

New statistics reveal shifts in naming trends, including sharp decline in Be'eri following October 7 attack.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says 100 doctors have already volunteered to support cause, adding that options include hanging, guillotine, and the electric chair.

The email, allegedly sent from the investigations department, stated: "In accordance with system instructions, a personal file requiring immediate clarification has been opened against you. Please review the summons details and act accordingly. Note: Failure to respond may be considered a serious violation of instructions."

At the close of a joint press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a question about whether he would consider leaving political life if granted a presidential pardon.

Gofman will replace Mossad director David Barnea, whose five-year term ends in June 2026. Gofman has served as a combat soldier and commander in the Armored Corps, and commander of the National Ground Training Center, and Chief of Staff of the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories.

Officials at the President’s Residence said the request is unusual and carries significant implications, noting that Herzog would consider it responsibly and with great care. Netanyahu wrote to Herzog that ending the trial would help reduce the intensity of the public controversy surrounding it.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is considering a major reshuffle of top ministries that would replace Defense Minister Israel Katz with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.