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Akiva Shrier of Los Angeles came in second in the event known as the Chidon HaTanach. -- The post These American teens ranked high in Israel’s Bible Quiz, in strongest Learn more

"The era of division is over," the two past prime ministers said. -- The post Seismic shift in Israeli politics as opposition leaders Lapid and Bennett form joint party appeared Learn more

Alex Sinclair's viral story has prompted renewed anxieties among Israeli liberals. -- The post His kippah was a symbol of coexistence. Israeli police officers seized and destroyed it. appeared first Learn more

One candidate, Don J. Grundmann, accused Israel of assassinating Charlie Kirk, perpetrating 9/11 and planning to “suitcase nuke” the United States. -- The post California Jewish groups decry antisemitic conspiracy Learn more
Sgt. Idan Fooks, 19, was the third soldier killed in battle during a fragile ceasefire. Learn more
Washington “must first remove operational obstacles, including the blockade,” as a condition for “resolving issues,” Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says. Learn more
A panel of judges led by the court's Deputy President Noam Sohlberg set out a series of measures government bodies must adopt. Learn more
Michael Lotem finished a three-year tour as envoy to Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi and the Seychelles in August 2025. Learn more
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