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Five arrested during joint IDF, Shin Bet counterterrorism ops. in West Bank

BY MAYA ZANGER-NADIS — Thu, 28 May 2026 08:51:57 GMT

The military carried out these operations using Shin Bet intelligence.

Arab-Jewish youth orchestra builds a unifying ‘East-West’ sound together

BY DEBORAH DANAN/JTA — Thu, 28 May 2026 07:58:49 GMT

The program brings youth orchestras from across the country, training young musicians to carry forward a musical language of fusion that has been developed over years.

UN adds Israeli entities to blacklist of countries that commit sexual violence - exclusive

BY MATHILDA HELLER — Thu, 28 May 2026 06:54:15 GMT

"Anyone who is able to include Israel on the same list as Hamas terrorists and rapists has no sense of morality," said Israeli Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon.

Sgt. Rotem Yanai falls during operational activity in northern Israel

BY AVI ASHKENAZI AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Thu, 28 May 2026 06:22:13 GMT

Five other IDF soldiers were wounded in the incident, including two reservists serving on the security team of Goren, the nearest town.

Maccabi Tel Aviv denies Beersheba double at soccer cup final

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:34:37 GMT

Thrilling soccer State Cup final at Teddy Stadium sees Maccabi Tel Aviv yellow-and-blue’s 25th triumph, 2-1 rally over Hapoel Beersheba Reds

IDF targets two central Hamas commanders in Gaza strikes

BY AMIR BOHBOT AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:29:47 GMT

Officials from the Hamas-run Health Ministry claimed that at least four people were killed in the strike on Gaza City, Reuters cited.

Montana Tucker, Netta Barzilai to headline Maccabiah Games opening

BY JERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:09:11 GMT

The ceremony will combine music, sports, and Jewish unity, featuring thousands of athletes from dozens of countries marching into Teddy Stadium.

Docaviv 2026 opens in Tel Aviv with global documentaries, masterclasses, and retrospectives

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:59:31 GMT

The 28th Docaviv festival runs through June 6, featuring Israeli and international documentaries, masterclasses with Oscar winners, retrospectives, and a focus on politics, culture, and music.

Author of ‘People Love Dead Jews,’ Dara Horn, delights Jerusalem crowd

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:56:07 GMT

"The Final Solution to the Jewish Problem" will be the title of her upcoming book, Dara Horn said.

FOX Entertainment Studios, Access Entertainment sign on to Avi Nesher’s 'Our Lives'

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:44:38 GMT

Inspired by true events, Nesher’s film is an emotionally gripping story about the enduring strength of the human spirit and the transformative power of love in the face of the horror of October 7.

Knesset dissolution first reading vote set for Monday, election date yet to be determined

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:36:45 GMT

Opposition coordinator MK Meirav Ben-Ari (Yesh Atid) pushed for progress on the Knesset dissolution bill, which proposes determining the election date in the committee debates.

IDF-Hezbollah conflict intensifies as military destroys terror infrastructure across Lebanon

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 27 May 2026 21:05:16 GMT

The IDF may have destroyed over 10,000 Lebanese homes that were storing weapons belonging to the Hezbollah terror group since operations began.

Israel-Czech relations are strong, have been so for decades, Prague's ambassador tells 'Post'

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:47:14 GMT

Prague will continue blocking anti-Israel measures inside the European Union and opposes publicly setting “red lines” for allies, Czech Ambassador Veronika Kuchynova Smigolova told the 'Post.'

National Crime Unit officer questioned on suspicion of contact with foreign agent, likely from Iran

BY ALON HACHMON — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:21:20 GMT

The details were uncovered by Lahav 433’s cyber unit, which identified a link associated with the officer. A deeper investigation traced the link to a foreign agent.

Yesh Atid appoints Zionist Council head Oz Haim to Knesset, replacing MK Toporovsky

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:01:10 GMT

Haim has held the role of director general of the Zionist Council in Israel for over four years, which functions as a branch of the World Zionist Organization (WZO).

Israel climbs tobacco rankings as cigarette affordability raises concerns - study

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Wed, 27 May 2026 19:18:54 GMT

Israel improved its standing in the international anti-smoking index, but the report found that one of the most effective tools for reducing smoking, higher prices, has weakened.

Government to offer cash reward for information on Haymanut Kasau in long-delayed public campaign

BY BATYA GILADI — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:33:50 GMT

The campaign is expected to appear on billboards and social media, along with the cash reward for anyone who provides information leading to her location.

Quick killing of two Hamas heads shows IDF transforms enemy leaders into target practice - analysis

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:25:37 GMT

Israel has killed two top Hamas military chiefs in 11 days, demonstrating near-total surveillance, air supremacy, and intelligence capabilities across Gaza and the Middle East.

Bat Melech reports spike in domestic violence hotline calls during wartime

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:05:00 GMT

Shelters for religious and haredi women at full capacity as organization says security emergencies are intensifying danger inside the home.

NGO Israel Hofsheet pushes IDF to reform draft evader prosecution rules

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:49:35 GMT

Israel Hofsheet says military prosecution policy gives those who never report far longer before indictment than soldiers and reservists who fail to serve

Ben-Gurion Airport ready for US military aircraft to depart if Iran-US agreement signed

BY MOSHE COHEN — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:48:10 GMT

Israeli authorities have been informed that from the moment the agreement is approved, US military planes will leave Ben Gurion immediately.

A 9-year-old girl who was shot in the head in Arara was pronounced dead

BY YOAV ETIEL AND AVIHAI CHIIM — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:48:10 GMT

A 9-year-old girl was shot dead in Arara today in a violent incident. Police have arrested suspects as they investigate what began as a local dispute between neighbors.

Israel receives first KC-46 aircraft from US, boosting options for independent strikes on Iran

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:58:04 GMT

The KC-46 is outfitted with a kitchen, oven, bathroom, and temperature controls that allow it to better regulate the temperature levels.

Multiple Hezbollah explosive drones impact in northern Israel

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:49:39 GMT

The military did not comment on whether there were any injuries or damage from the latest wave.

Knesset advances ultra-Orthodox daycare subsidy bill after haredi threat to back Oct. 7 probe

BY KESHET NEEV — Wed, 27 May 2026 14:45:40 GMT

The legislation was sponsored by MK Moshe Gafni (United Torah Judaism) and a group of additional haredi lawmakers.

Levin tells High Court advancing permanent district court appointments not realistic pre-elections

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 27 May 2026 14:14:09 GMT

With elections approaching, the window for ordinary appointments is closing quickly.

Netanyahu asks District Court to cancel testimony in trial due to diplomatic, security matters

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Wed, 27 May 2026 12:20:50 GMT

Netanyahu’s attorney, Noa Milstein, told the court that, if needed, Netanyahu’s chief of staff could come to the Tel Aviv District Court, or any other place the judges ordered, to explain the matter.

Indian delegation says India, Israel ‘civilizational partners,’ ties only to get stronger

BY SAM HALPERN — Wed, 27 May 2026 12:18:39 GMT

“India understands terrorism. Israel understands terrorism,” Nikhil Chandwani said. “That is perhaps why Modi and Netanyahu came together and signed a lot of pacts."

Israel is losing bipartisan US support, former Yesh Atid MK warns

BY 103FM — Wed, 27 May 2026 12:15:39 GMT

“Right now, it is clear that we are heading toward a very long ceasefire,” Shelah said. “I highly doubt anyone will break it, certainly not the Americans."

Smart cities: A top strategic interest for the State of Israel

BY HAIM BIBAS — Wed, 27 May 2026 11:48:43 GMT

From AI-powered municipal systems to real-time data management, Israel’s local governments are redefining how cities serve residents in routine times and emergencies alike.