Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Tuesday morning that a government led by Gantz and Bennett would evacuate all new outposts and farming communities in Judea and Samaria, and establish a "Palestinian state." He cited Bennett's own statements as confirmation of what Smotrich has been warning for days.
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U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran on Monday evening that he would take necessary action if Tehran violates the nuclear deal. The statement came as Israeli leaders — the prime minister, defense minister, and chief of staff — issued a rare joint declaration affirming that the IDF will continue operating decisively in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats, destroy terror infrastructure, and maintain the security zone, signaling no change in operational policy.
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In a joint statement after a late-night call with Northern Command, Prime Minister Netanyahu, Defense Minister Katz, and IDF Chief of Staff Zamir said the IDF will continue to act decisively, destroy terror infrastructure, and maintain the security zone in southern Lebanon. They stressed that the security of Israeli civilians and soldiers remains an uncompromising priority.
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A fire has been reported in the Herzog neighborhood of Bnei Brak, according to initial unverified reports. Firefighting crews have been dispatched; no casualties or evacuation orders have yet been confirmed.
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Libby Alon, a Channel 14 correspondent in the U.S., reports new details on Tuesday morning about the Montreal incident in which Michael Mizrahi, a member of the Chabad community, was shot dead by a police officer who mistakenly identified him as a terrorist, describing it as a very grave event.
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A Ukrainian drone reportedly intercepted while attempting to strike a truck at the entrance to Crimea. The incident was reported Tuesday morning; no details on the exact location, time, or casualties are yet available.
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Iran announced plans Tuesday to set up a 'hotline' in the Strait of Hormuz aimed at preventing and resolving any misunderstandings with the United States or other countries, according to a statement from Iranian officials.
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Fire and Rescue Services crews extinguished a fire that broke out in a ground-floor storage room of a seven-story building on Hovevei Zion Street in Ashkelon early Tuesday morning. Firefighters searched for trapped persons, prevented the blaze from spreading, and instructed residents to shelter in place. No casualties or injuries were reported; structural damage was caused. The incident is over.
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Hundreds of IDF air defense soldiers completed their beret march this morning at the Eshkol Regional Council, with support from the Association for the Wellbeing of Israel's Soldiers. They will join their battalions next week, the organization said.
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The Israel Nature and Parks Authority warns that jackals are increasingly losing their fear of humans, with aggressive encounters spreading from the Kinneret area to parks and beaches nationwide. A dedicated report by the news site One Day details the phenomenon and offers safety tips.
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The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has opened an investigation into a near-accident between a Delta Air Lines and an American Airlines passenger jet at Boston Logan International Airport, according to Israeli media reports. No injuries or damage have been reported.
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Michael Kider, known as the 'hacker from Ashkelon,' was extradited from Norway to the United States and now faces up to 35 years in prison for allegedly threatening Jewish community institutions, according to Asaf Rozentzweig (N12).
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The Israel Defense Forces announced two military exercises scheduled for Tuesday morning — one in the Gulf of Eilat and another in the Golan Heights. The drills will involve increased movement of security forces, vehicles, and vessels. The military stressed there is no security concern and residents would be updated in a genuine incident.
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Tens of thousands of demonstrators continue protesting in Albania, according to reports from Israeli media, opposing a tourism project by Jared Kushner and what they call the 'corrupt government' of Prime Minister Edi Rama.
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The interim Air Force One aircraft, donated to President Trump by Qatar, has entered operational readiness, according to Israeli journalist Asaf Rozenzweig. The plane was shown being painted in New York earlier this month. A formal handover date has not been announced.
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Humidity levels will rise today across Israel while temperatures remain near seasonal averages, according to the weather forecast. Tel Aviv is expected to reach 28°C, Jerusalem 27°C, and Be'er Sheva 31°C.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned this morning, June 23, according to a video posted by commentator Daniel Trilling. The resignation follows months of internal Labour Party turmoil, including cabinet resignations and a collapsed parliamentary majority.
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Judge Amy Berman Jackson has blocked the Trump administration's proposed rule banning SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy sugary drinks and candy. The ruling was reported Tuesday by Disclose TV.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated that realizing his country's nuclear status is the only viable path to navigating what he described as a 'complex and unpredictable' global security environment, according to a message circulated on Israeli Telegram channels.