Benyahu Melet, 32, a father of two and a member of the local security team in Havat Gilad, was killed in a shooting attack in Samaria after responding to assist a group of hikers near the village of Tell. According to reports, one of the attackers seized a weapon from a security officer and opened fire on Israelis. The attacker was killed shortly afterward, and the weapon was recovered. Several other people were injured. The IDF has reinforced forces in the area and is continuing its investigation into the incident....

Two men were stabbed outside a synagogue on Manhattan’s Upper West Side in what authorities are investigating as a possible antisemitic attack. Witnesses reported that the suspect shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the incident. One of the victims was a Jewish man wearing a kippah, and both victims were hospitalized in stable condition. The suspect, identified as 51-year-old Raul Morales, was arrested after a brief pursuit. Local officials and Jewish organizations described the incident as antisemitic, while police continue to investigate the circumstances.

Haim Yavin, one of Israel’s most prominent journalists and broadcasters, known for decades as “Mr. Television,” has died at the age of 93. Yavin anchored Israel’s main television news program for more than three decades and became one of the most recognizable voices in the country’s public broadcasting history. He is especially remembered for announcing the political “upheaval” of the 1977 elections. During his long career, he received the Israel Prize for communications and left a lasting impact on Israeli media and public life. His funeral will be held on...

U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a new 30-year civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, reportedly worth tens of billions of dollars. According to reports, the deal will allow American companies to build nuclear infrastructure in the kingdom and could include a uranium enrichment facility on Saudi soil. The administration says the agreement will strengthen U.S. oversight of Saudi Arabia’s nuclear program, while critics warn it could increase the risk of nuclear technology proliferation in the Middle East and encourage other regional countries to pursue similar capabilities.

Israel has confirmed the launch of a pilot program for a security redeployment in southern Lebanon, coordinated with the Lebanese Army and the United States. Under the plan, Lebanese forces will deploy in three villages to assume greater security responsibility and demonstrate state sovereignty, while the Israeli military reduces its presence in selected areas. Israeli officials stressed that the IDF will retain full freedom of action and the ability to respond to threats. The broader goal of the initiative is to advance the disarmament of Hezbollah’s illegal weapons.

The Democrats party has completed its primaries ahead of Israel’s 26th Knesset elections, with more than 97,000 members participating. Party leader Yair Golan will head the list, followed by Naama Lazimi, Gilad Kariv, and Efrat Rayten. Yaya Fink secured fifth place, while protest activist Naor Narkis failed to win a realistic position on the slate. Voting was conducted entirely online, and the final list combines incumbent lawmakers with new candidates from public and protest movements.

Lionel Messi has spoken publicly for the first time since Argentina’s 1–0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, admitting that the pain of the loss is immense and will take time to heal. The captain expressed pride in his team for reaching two consecutive World Cup finals, thanked Argentine fans for their support throughout the tournament, and congratulated Spain on winning the title. His comments come amid uncertainty over his international future and speculation that the final may have been his last match for Argentina.

Israel’s Supreme Court issued a temporary order delaying the implementation of several provisions in Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi’s media reform law, following a petition filed by lawmakers Efrat Rayten and Eitan Ginzburg. The order freezes specific sections that were set to take effect immediately upon publication of the law, pending a decision on an interim injunction. The legislation, approved by the Knesset in a 53–48 vote, includes the creation of a new broadcasting authority that would consolidate existing regulatory bodies. The court has not yet ruled on the merits of...

England defeated France 6–4 in the third-place match of the 2026 World Cup in a game that entered the history books. The ten goals scored made it the highest-scoring World Cup match in 46 years and the most prolific third-place playoff ever. Kylian Mbappé scored twice and became the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer with 22 goals, surpassing Lionel Messi. Michael Olise set a new record for assists in a single tournament with seven, while England achieved its best World Cup finish since 1966.

Israel is closely monitoring the escalating confrontation between the United States and Iran following seven consecutive days of American strikes. Israeli assessments suggest that Iran is reluctant to attack Israel directly, fearing broader Israeli involvement in the conflict. The United States has reinforced its regional presence and deployed additional refueling aircraft to Israel. Meanwhile, Israel is preparing for possible Iranian attacks, either directly or through proxy groups. The U.S. military confirmed the deaths of two American soldiers in an Iranian attack in Jordan, while Washington issued a global travel advisory...

A major wildfire broke out during the Sabbath near Havat Gilad and Kedumim in Samaria. Thirteen homes, a garage, and a wood storage facility were destroyed, while entire neighborhoods in Kedumim were evacuated as a precaution. Firefighters deployed 45 crews, eight firefighting aircraft, and a helicopter to contain the blaze. Thirteen people, including two firefighters, suffered minor injuries from smoke inhalation. Preliminary findings indicate the fire was likely caused by a discarded cigarette butt. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

Israel’s parliament has approved a law keeping mandatory military service for men at 32 months, delaying a planned reduction to 30 months by five years. The change, originally set to apply to recruits from 2024, will now affect those drafted in June 2029. The Israel Defense Forces argued that growing security demands require additional manpower and warned that the regular army is nearing its operational limits. The bill passed with 43 votes in favor and 12 against, with some members of Shas and Degel HaTorah supporting it.

OpenAI is reportedly developing a new AI-powered hardware device based on ChatGPT, described as a portable smart speaker without a screen. The device is designed to act as a personal companion that learns users’ habits, understands their preferences, and proactively offers information and assistance. It could control smart home devices, manage communications, and perform various tasks using artificial intelligence. OpenAI views it as a new category of computing for the AI era, featuring advanced conversational abilities powered by GPT-Live and potentially serving as a first step toward replacing the smartphone.

The U.S. military carried out a sixth consecutive night of strikes across Iran, expanding operations to include civilian infrastructure such as bridges, an airport, and a railway station. Iranian reports said seven people were killed and others injured. U.S. Central Command stated that dozens of military targets were also hit. In response, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard launched its first attack of the current escalation on the U.S. Al-Tanf base in Syria and carried out additional strikes across the region. Israel is closely monitoring developments.

The Knesset approved the Political Parties Financing Law, which includes the dissolution of the 25th Knesset, officially launching Israel’s election campaign for the 26th Knesset. Elections will be held on October 27, ending the term of the first government to complete a full term in 53 years. The law also regulates campaign financing for political parties. Recent polls show the Yashar party, led by Gadi Eisenkot, leading with 22 seats, ahead of Likud with 21. Final candidate lists will be submitted in early September.

Thousands of Ukrainians protested in major cities against the dismissal of Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov after he signaled the end of his tenure before an official announcement by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Demonstrators argued that his removal would weaken the country’s security, while the deputy commander of the Air Force resigned in protest. Reports indicate the decision followed a prolonged dispute between Fedorov and the military leadership over defense priorities, with Zelenskyy seeking to balance relations between the government and the armed forces.

The IDF struck more than 70 Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites over the past 24 hours. Around 10 command centers, weapons storage facilities, and additional infrastructure were targeted in the Tyre area throughout the day. The IDF said more than 85 munitions were used in strikes across multiple areas in Lebanon. According to the military, the targeted sites were used by Hezbollah to advance terror operations against IDF forces and Israeli civilians.

The head of the Ma'ale Yosef Regional Council, Shimon Guetta, announced the suspension of classes in communities near the border following repeated alerts and drone threats, while special education programs will continue. Guetta stressed he would not risk children or teaching staff and called for stronger security measures to restore calm. He said that as long as the threat continues, residents' safety will remain the top priority.