Police find explosive devices ready for use near Jänschwalde power plant in eastern Germany. German media report a substation was struck repeatedly by explosive-laden rockets.
A special force operated in western Gaza City under heavy air cover. Palestinian sources claim the operation targeted a Hamas Internal Security colonel who survived, but Defense Minister Israel Katz says the senior Hamas terrorist was arrested.
The designer's decision came after facing intense backlash over the museum's choice to celebrate his career despite a past antisemitic hate-crime conviction.
Although they are not incendiary kites, the very sight of kites coming from Gaza threatens children's psychological recovery. "Security also means a child being able to look at the sky without fear," residents warn. The scenes revive memories of the Kutz family of Kfar Aza, who turned kite-flying into a tradition of hope.
Some 2.6 million students return to class, bringing relief to parents across Israel. Learning gaps, emotional distress and teacher shortages remain major challenges. As cellphone restrictions take effect, the Looming elections could bring dramatic changes to Israel's education system.
