Report: Haredi Draft Dropped 20% in 2018

The number of actual Haredi yeshiva students who answer the call to defend their country has remained about the same: a little more than 1,000 each year.

Liberman: We’ll Sign for Both Gantz and Netanyahu to Assemble Coalition

It's hard to believe that either Gantz or Netanyahu would be able to actually put together a new government even in the extra 14 days allowed by the law, should Liberman refuse to join them.

Frog & Scorpion: Gaza Envelope Communities Plan Industrial Zones to Employ Thousands of Gaza...

While the talks between Israel and Hamas are currently being conducted at a rapid pace, at least the Israeli side is optimistic (see: Al...

Study Shows that Majority of Gaza Fatalities in Operation Black Belt Were Terrorists

Of the 34 killed, 22 were confirmed members of terrorist groups or closely affiliated with them.

Terror Victims’ Families Outraged After Supreme Court Justice Expresses Condolences to Dead Terrorist’s Family

Hendel caused outrage by writing “I instruct the deletion of the petition as requested; I participate in the grief of the family.”

Al Akhbar: Israel Renews Talks with Hamas about Truce, Returning Soldiers’ Bodies

The terror factions are still living in a state of fear, suspecting that the whole peace thing is just a prelude for renewed, punitive military strikes.

IDF Seizes Huge Shipment of Military Equipment on its Way into Gaza

The products were purchased online in hopes of eluding detection and were destined for terrorist groups in Gaza, the military said.

UN Report ‘Reveals Hezbollah’s Cynical Use’ of South Lebanon as Base of Operations Against...

The report documents several incidents in which Hezbollah clashed with UNIFIL troops and restricted their movement in southern Lebanon.

MK Nir Barkat Drafts Knesset Bill to Ban UNRWA in Israel

There is widespread support for the bill within the Knesset.

‘Fierce Clashes’ as IDF Demolishes Homes of Dvir Sorek’s Murderers

The Fatah terror group called for a strike in the village on Thursday in protest of the demolitions.

IDF Demolishes Home of 4 Terrorists Who Murdered Yeshiva Student Dvir Sorek

The demolitions at Beit Kahil were carried out after the High Court of Justice rejected petitions filed by the terrorists’ families against the demolition order.

Blue and White Again Dismisses Unity Deal, Bringing Closer ‘Israeli Elections 3.0’

“We will not sit in a government headed by Benjamin Netanyahu, unless a court acquits him of the serious charges against him."

After Secret Trip to Israel, Saudi Journalist Says, ‘I Love Jewish People, Israeli Citizens’

The journalist, a prominent figure in his home country, said there is “no escape from establishing normal relations with Israel,” and that those relations must be different that the ones Israel has with Jordan or Egypt.

Defense Minister Naftali Bennett Orders Complete Halt in Release of Terrorists’ Bodies

The Goldin family, whose son’s body is held by Hamas, welcomed Bennett’s decision.

Israelis Grow Richer on Average as Income Inequality Rises Slightly

The highest-earning 10% of the population in Israel earned, on average, 8.4 times more than the lowest-earning 10%.

Jordanian Refuses to Face Israeli Arab at International Kickboxing Competition

Amir Assad is slated to face an Iranian opponent on Wednesday, but the Israeli team estimates that the Iranian will boycott Assad as well.

Knesset Speaker Announces the Renewal of Negotiations for Unity Government

“Everyone understands: Israel is in the midst of a government crisis that could lead to an economic and social collapse. It is indeed a real alarm.”

Hebrew University Discovery May Revolutionize Chemotherapy

It is a method that delivers chemotherapy drugs directly to malignant cells and bypasses healthy ones.

US Rabbis Call on Democrats to Withdraw Vicious Anti-Settlements Letter

The Coalition for Jewish Values said the letter took a consistently hostile position towards Israel, misstated historical facts, and called on the administration to violate US law.

IAF Grounds Sikorsky CH-53 Fleet following Tuesday Night’s Crash

The helicopter crew's handling of the incident very likely saved the lives of the crew and passengers.

IDF Strikes Terror Targets in Gaza, Responding to Evening Rocket Attacks

Arab media in Gaza reported the Israel Defense Force was targeting “resistance” sites in the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis.

Red Alert Triggered in Ashkelon by Gaza Anti-Aircraft Fire

The anti-aircraft gunfire emanating from Gaza set off the Red Alert siren. It was being directed at Israel Air Force aircraft.

Netanyahu: ‘We Will Respond Vigorously’ to Any Attack

"If someone in Gaza thinks that he can raise his head after Operation Black Belt, he is sorely mistaken."

WATCH: Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv to Support Netanyahu

“The rule of law isn’t above the law ... The essence of democracy is checks and balances."

Kahlon Increases Imports to Cover Butter Shortage

“In future, we will need to make dramatic decisions on this issue, like completely removing the quotas and opening the market.”

IDF Chopper Up in Flames, Cause Unknown

The crew was able to make it out of the helicopter safely, without injuries, as three teams of firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze.

Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket Fire from Gaza, Again

"Iron Dome fighters intercepted one launch," which was headed towards a populated area.

PA’s ‘Day of Rage’ is a Major Flop

A fairly negligible number of rioters arrived at crossings and checkpoints and threw rocks and firebombs at Israeli troops and burned tires.

Enter Your Son in the Siyum HaShas Raffle in Israel

Each week, a raffle is drawn with 20 lucky winners. Prizes include vouchers for toys and Sefarim.

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