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Israel returns 22 artifacts to Greece in first antiquities repatriation between Jerusalem, Athens

BY MIRIAM SELA-EITAM — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:34:07 GMT

The antiquities had been seized during an operation conducted by the IAA's Theft Prevention Unit, before being identified as those belonging to Greece.

Defense officials warn of possibility Houthis may conduct land or sea attack against Israel

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:10:39 GMT

Israel is on heightened alert over the possibility of such an attack, given the Houthis' efforts to improve their ability to carry out attacks from both directions.

Netanyahu denies ever having met Egypt's foreign intelligence chief despite contradictory records

BY IDAN KWELLER — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 07:39:56 GMT

The remarks came after the prime minister confirmed that an Egyptian aircraft had landed in Israel in September 2023, just days before the October 7 Hamas attack.

Female IDF officer denied entry to Haredi military base because of gender, IDF says

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:43:30 GMT

Haredi soldiers denied a female logistics officer entry to a Mount Hermon military base because of her gender, despite IDF regulations allowing professional personnel access.

Eretz Nehederet returns with sharp election satire, Sydney Sweeney, flydubai spoof

BY HANNAH BROWN — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 03:18:12 GMT

Eretz Nehederet returned ahead of Israel's elections with Sydney Sweeney singing 'Ha Tikvah,' a flydubai hijacking spoof and biting satire targeting Netanyahu, Eisenkot, and reserve duty.

IDF chief vows to apply October 7 lessons, pledges to pursue Israel's enemies at military ceremony

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:28:31 GMT

Honoring fallen Commando Brigade soldiers, Zamir pledged to expand the IDF's ranks, apply the lessons of October 7, and prevent future threats to Israel's security.

Netanyahu, Trump discussed possibility of renewing strikes against Iran before elections - report

BY GOLDIE KATZ — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:47:43 GMT

Senior US officials told Axios that Netanyahu cited alleged Iranian efforts to rebuild nuclear capacity as the reason for launching new strikes.

Maccabi Tel Aviv drops 120 on Galil Elyon as Hapoel Jerusalem, Hapoel Tel Aviv claim basketball win

BY JOSHUA HALICKMAN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:08:41 GMT

Clark led the way with 16 points, TJ Leaf added 15, and Will Rayman and Keaton Wallace scored 14 apiece. Maurice Kemp led Galil Elyon with 27 points.

Israelis aren’t afraid of Iran, they’re afraid of supermarket prices, Zelekha says - interview

BY SHIR PERETS — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:43:27 GMT

“If anyone gets in my way, I will bring down their government,” he said, stating he would demand control of the Finance Ministry and the Competition Authority in coalition negotiations.

IDF to protect Israel ‘from the river to the sea,’ Netanyahu vows in visit to West Bank seam line

BY GOLDIE KATZ — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:39:27 GMT

Netanyahu also called the Tulkarm refugee camp a “terrorist stronghold" in reference to a High Court order for the state to provide a timeline for the return of Palestinians displaced from the camp.

Israel's security tied to diplomatic standing, 'but not at cost of our fighters,' says Ben-Gvir

BY SAM HALPERN AND KESHET NEEV — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:12:41 GMT

“I think there’s a great importance to our diplomatic relations and connections,” Ben Gvir said in response to a question submitted by The Jerusalem Post.

West Bank Palestinian family attacked by masked Jewish rioters claiming to be soldiers - report

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:04:26 GMT

According to KAN, the family was at home when the rioters knocked on the door around 3 a.m., claiming to be military personnel. The settlers fled the area after the attack.

In blow to Netanyahu, Trump again stops short of endorsing candidate in Israeli election

BY IDAN KWELLER — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:31:06 GMT

Two weeks before Israel heads to the polls, Trump left the door open to endorsing a candidate in Israel's October 27 election but made no commitment to back Netanyahu or any other contender.

Levin: Right-wing election victory will 'fundamentally alter' Supreme Court

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:41:34 GMT

Justice Minister Yariv Levin vowed to fundamentally reshape Israel's Supreme Court if the Right wins the October 27 elections, calling the vote a historic opportunity for judicial reform.

Liberman warns US could recognize Palestinian state, sanction Israel within two years

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:16:27 GMT

Bennett calls for bringing Israeli talent home as political leaders address venture capital summit ahead of elections.

From forensic evidence to global accountability: Families demand the world hear the truth of Oct. 7

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:07:10 GMT

First international forensic conference on Oct 7 led by Hadassah Medical Center in partnership with the Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem forensic experts shared accounts of efforts identify victims

Herzog honors Israel Bonds for raising billions post-Oct 7 while mourning northern school tragedy

BY GREER FAY CASHMAN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:29:45 GMT

Israel Bonds, whose official title is the Development Corporation for Israel, is a vital component in Israel’s economic engine.

Police indict Israeli citizen for plotting terror attack in Jerusalem, pledging allegiance to ISIS

BY AVI ASHKENAZI AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:05:29 GMT

The 18-year-old is suspected of serious offenses against national security, membership in a terrorist organization, and preparing to commit a terrorist act.

Jerusalem court upholds 5-year suspension for gynecologist Guy Rofe over patient exploitation

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:33:02 GMT

“I will examine you as a gynecologist and as a lover,” he wrote to one patient, according to the judgment. She was a 19-year-old soldier whom he treated while serving as a military doctor.

High Court challenges law excluding women from Israel's Chief Rabbinate elections

BY SARAH BEN-NUN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:44:34 GMT

The court issued an order requiring the respondents to explain why a 2024 law should not be interpreted to require the rabbis to also appoint women as representatives in the electoral assembly.

Kattash: 'There’s no reason to play in Dubai but not Tel Aviv. We want to return to normality'

BY OR SHKEDI — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:10:03 GMT

Ahead of Spain trip, Maccabi’s coach discusses EuroLeague returning to Israel (“It’s politics”), Barcelona & Valencia’s pace, and his record against Catalans: “Thanks for the reminder.”

Education Ministry approved deadly school trip route despite KKL-JNF safety warning - report

BY SHIR PERETS — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:36:43 GMT

The ministry says the approved hiking route avoided an area closed by KKL-JNF, as investigators examine the path taken before the deadly explosion.

Doctor caught yellow-handed at Ben-Gurion attempting to smuggle 300 banana saplings from Thailand

BY LIAT RON — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:25:00 GMT

Customs inspectors at Ben-Gurion Airport discovered about 300 banana saplings and staghorn ferns in five suitcases belonging to a passenger returning from Thailand.

Israel must set red lines on Turkish presence in Syria to avoid confrontation, think tank argues

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:06:09 GMT

Israel's Syria policy could ultimately invite US pressure to abandon its buffer zone without significant security concessions if it fails to engage Damascus diplomatically, INSS warns.

Zionist Iranian dissident Ramin Parsa granted residency in Israel after years-long battle

BY SAM HALPERN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:59:19 GMT

The permit gives Parsa temporary status for one year. After that, he said, he will have to apply again, with the possibility of eventually seeking permanent residency.

Two childcare workers questioned after toddlers found alone, nearly one km. from daycare

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:26:44 GMT

The investigation began Sunday after police received a report of young children wandering alone near the facility. Officers arrived, located the toddlers, and helped return them to their parents.

Netanyahu adviser asked ChatGPT to help improve Qatar's image among Israelis, Jews worldwide

BY AVI SOLOMON — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:12:58 GMT

According to an N12 report, Yonatan Urich requested three separate messaging frameworks targeting Israeli citizens, Jewish communities around the world, and influential figures in the United States.

Committee approves building plans for permanent UAE embassy in central Israel

BY ANNA BARSKY — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:11:56 GMT

The approved plan allows for the construction of a building of up to 15 stories, housing the embassy's offices as well as residences for the ambassador and diplomatic staff.

Some 10 toddlers develop mild allergic symptoms at Betar Illit daycare center, MDA responds

BY HODAYA RAN — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:21:48 GMT

In a separate incident, several toddlers were found wandering alone on a street near a kindergarten in Petah Tikva while riding toy cars, without adult supervision.

IDF: Mystery aerial object that entered northern Israel on Saturday likely balloon, not drone

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:03:42 GMT

The object was initially detected by surveillance personnel and Israel Air Force detection systems, which tracked its movement and directed troops on the ground as the incident unfolded.