Cyprus earthquake felt in Israel; seismic event triggers 6 aftershocks
Wednesday's tremor prompted brief evacuations in Paphos while reaching as far as Lebanon. Event disrupts communications, with several aftershocks later reported.
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Ex-German chancellor Merkel visits Israel
Ex-chancellor toured October 7 attack locations, accepted Weizmann science award, visited Haifa research center
'16-year-old girl was forced to shower before terrorist'
Former Hamas captives Keith and Aviva Siegel delivered searing testimony before the UN Committee Against Torture in Geneva, detailing systematic abuse, starvation, and sexual violence they suffered during months of Gaza captivity.
Conservative voice Charlie Kirk to be remembered at Jerusalem tribute
The Isaiah Projects and Gideon 300 announce Charlie Kirk tribute on Nov. 16 at Beit Shmuel. Pastor Rob McCoy and Nissim Black will honor Kirk's biblical freedom advocacy and Israel support.
IDF radio station to close
Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he will soon bring a proposal before the government to shutter the IDF radio station, Galei Tzahal (Galatz), with broadcasts slated to end by March 1, 2026.
Trump calls on Israeli President Herzog to pardon Netanyahu
US President Donald Trump has sent an official letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, calling on him to grant a full pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Officials in the President’s Office are considering whether to send Trump a formal reply or refrain from doing so, understanding that the move is largely symbolic.
Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer steps down
The Minister for Strategic Affairs and close confidant of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his resignation from the cabinet. Dermer had previously stated his intention to step down on several occasions.
Have the Houthis decided to end their attacks on Israel?
According to letter reportedly issued by the group, rebels in Yemen have indicated they've stopped attacking Israel and Red Sea shipping routes following the Gaza ceasefire that began Oct. 10. Military chief Yusuf Hassan al-Madani warns operations will restart if Israel resumes fighting. The campaign previously disrupted $1 trillion in annual trade.
IDF destroys tunnel where Hadar Goldin was abducted hours after his return
IDF destroys tunnel where Hadar Goldin was abducted, revealing the footage of the operation just after his funeral united all Israelis in grief.
Israel bids farewell to fallen Lt. Hadar Goldin after 11 years
Military ceremony draws unprecedented crowds as nation honors soldier whose body Hamas held for over a decade.