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Ultra-Orthodox party paralyzes Knesset votes to force through military draft exemptions

The most recent proposal advanced is a bill that would halt the arrests of haredi draft evaders, which is set to be debated on Tuesday in the Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

Protesters supporting the conscription of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men into the Israeli military block a road in the ultra-Orthodox city of Bnei Brak, central Israel, in protest against the continued road blockades by ultra-Orthodox demonstrators following the arrest of draft evaders, June 26, 2026.
 US President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

Israel's alliance with America is vital, but Jerusalem can't outsource its security - editorial

Netanyahu speaks with reservists at Kibbutz Migdal Oz, 18 June, 2026.

Israel must build independent armaments network to end US aid dependency, Netanyahu says

President Isaac Herzog receives the first-ever Ambassador of Somaliland to Israel, Mohamed Hagi, in his residence last month.

Somaliland Defense Minister says IDF will not establish presence in their country


Trump in no rush to talk with Iran, US sets August deadline for Iran nuclear deal

US asks Israel to stop strikes on Syrian military forces in south Syria • Shas could resign from gov't as soon as Thursday following UTJ's exit

 U.S. President Donald Trump gestures as he speaks with the media after attending the FIFA Club World Cup final upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S, July 13, 2025.

Weaponization of food in Gaza constitutes war crime, UN rights office says

The IDF said in response to a query by The Jerusalem Post that it is aware of the claims and is investigating. 

 Palestinians carry aid supplies in Beit Lahiya, in the northern Gaza Strip, June 16, 2025; illustrative.

Iran army chief Ali Shademani assassinated in secret mountain compound near Tehran

The IDF waited for dozens of senior IRGC officers to move to the "secret" location, in the mountains outside of Tehran, and then killed them all at the same time.

 Former commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Ali Shademani, killed by IDF strikes on June 17, 2025

Most Israelis doubt Gaza ops. will return hostages or defeat Hamas - Survey

According to the survey, only 37% of Israelis believe the operation will bring the hostages home, while only 38.5% think Hamas will be defeated in Gaza.

 DF operational activities in Gaza, 18 June 2024

Yemeni civilians lament 'reckless' Houthi attack on Israel's airport - analysis

Yemen is suffering heavy losses as a result of the Houthis' “reckless adventures, which have prompted Israeli strikes that have destroyed the country's most vital facilities," the report says.

 A VIEW of missiles during a military parade held by the Houthis on September 21 to mark the anniversary of their takeover in Sanaa, Yemen.

What Europe can learn from Israel on the meaning of Remembrance Day - opinion

The horrifying scenes from Ukraine to Sudan are on our screens and headlines, and the current damage from bullets and bombs.

VISITING A grave at the Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem this week: The sign above the headstone reads, ‘In our hearts, you will live forever.’ On Remembrance Day, Israel stood silent, mourning its young people who died defending its population. Europe, too, would do well to pause, says th

IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons in Beirut, Netanyahu submits affidavit on Shin Bet chief

IDF intercepts drone entering Israel's airspace 'from the east' • IDF kills Hezbollah terrorist attempting to rebuild group's presence in southern Lebanon

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. April 18, 2025.

How IDF engineering tech is saving soldiers lives before getting to the battlefield

The IDF has developed and deployed a range of remote-operated tools aimed at neutralizing danger while keeping soldiers our of harm's way.

 IDF soldiers from Unit 636, operating under the 36th Division, eliminate Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon, October 9, 2024.

Loyalty, leadership, and the law: Ex-security officials confront the Shin Bet crisis

Ami Ayalon, who served as director of the Shin Bet and previously commanded the Israeli Navy, frames the attempted removal of Bar as more than a power struggle. 

 AMI AYALON: ‘What is expected from a warrior?’

Israel at war day 551: What's going on in Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen?

Israel, Turkey hold talks on decreasing Syria tensions • Hezbollah open to talks with Lebanese gov't • IDF kills terrorist who partook in Oct. 7 attack

 Hostage families call on US President Donald Trump to return their loves ones home from captivity, March 29, 2025.