Defense minister approves Haredi draft starting August
Gallant's move signals a shift in a long-standing exemption policy amid ongoing debate over mandatory military service and equality in civic duties.
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IDF finds jaw-dropping Hamas triple-decker tunnels
An Israeli official confirmed to Israel Hayom a vast maze extending from Gaza into Egyptian territory whose scope and sophistication unseen before, and could explain how the terrorist group managed to stockpile so many arms before Oct. 7. The army's efforts to locate additional smuggling passages are ongoing.
Amazon backtracks on decision to block Israeli Oct. 7 testimony book
The e-commerce giant initially rejected publication citing content guidelines, while books justifying the events of Oct. 7 were sold.
EU halts Georgia's admission over pro-Russia law
Brussels freezes tens of millions in aid as Tbilisi adopts controversial Russia-style "foreign agent" law, which sparked massive protests in Georgia.
Washington says Russia 'unlikely' to gain more Ukrainian territory
As NATO leaders gather in Washington to mark the alliance's 75th anniversary, US officials report that Russia is unlikely to make significant territorial gains in Ukraine in the coming months.
WH explains Parkinson's doctor visits, says Biden healthy
President Biden's doctor addressed speculation about a neurologist's eight White House visits, saying that he was not there to examine the president.
CNN finds nearly 240 former Trump employees involved in Project 2025
About 240 former Trump administration officials are involved in a conservative blueprint detailing Trump's agenda if he resumes presidential office. "I have no idea who is behind it," he claimed on social media.
Labour set to reverse pro-Israel stance on ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu
Labour officials have indicated that the party continues to believe the ICC, based in The Hague, has jurisdiction over Gaza. This contradicts the previous government's secret submission to the ICC on June 10, which claimed the court lacked jurisdiction over Israeli nationals.
Top Democrats call for Biden to step aside in 2024 race
Key committee leaders express concerns over the president's electoral viability. "If the Lord Almighty came down and said, 'Joe, get out of the race,' I'll get out of the race."
IDF spokesperson sees Hamas remaining in Gaza '5 years from now'
Hagari's candid assessment contrasts sharply with the more optimistic rhetoric from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who continues to promise a swift defeat of Hamas.