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Refusing to face tough questions, Netanyahu blackballs media to public’s detriment https://www.timesofisrael.com/refusing-to-face-tough-questions-netanyahu-blackballs-media-to-publics-detriment/
Refusing to face tough questions, Netanyahu blackballs media to public’s detriment
PM keeps reporters off his taxpayer-funded plane, doesn't give briefings to the traveling press and access is increasingly politicized -- all ahead of a critical election
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January 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Refusing to face tough questions, Netanyahu blackballs media to public’s detriment https://www.timesofisrael.com/refusing-to-face-tough-questions-netanyahu-blackballs-media-to-publics-detriment/
Israel, Syria said to agree to hasten progress for deal on 2nd day of renewed talks https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-syria-said-to-agree-to-hasten-progress-for-deal-on-2nd-day-of-renewed-talks/
Israel, Syria said to agree to hasten progress for deal on 2nd day of renewed talks
Source in Damascus reportedly says Syria insists on regarding violence in Druze area of Sweida as an internal matter, touts 'indications' Israel principally accepts position
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January 6, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Israel, Syria said to agree to hasten progress for deal on 2nd day of renewed talks https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-syria-said-to-agree-to-hasten-progress-for-deal-on-2nd-day-of-renewed-talks/
Two IDF soldiers seriously hurt in separate accidents in Gaza, northern Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-idf-soldiers-seriously-hurt-in-separate-accidents-in-gaza-northern-israel/
Two IDF soldiers seriously hurt in separate accidents in Gaza, northern Israel
Cadet from IDF officers' school injured during training, Golani soldier falls from height in Strip; military official says army taking steps to reduce future incidents
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January 6, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Two IDF soldiers seriously hurt in separate accidents in Gaza, northern Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/two-idf-soldiers-seriously-hurt-in-separate-accidents-in-gaza-northern-israel/
After Maduro’s capture, Rubio links operation to fight against Iran and Hezbollah https://www.timesofisrael.com/after-maduros-capture-rubio-links-operation-to-fight-against-iran-and-hezbollah/
After Maduro’s capture, Rubio links operation to fight against Iran and Hezbollah
US secretary of state says Washington will ensure Venezuela can 'no longer cozy up to Hezbollah and Iran,' but insists operation differs from past Mideast military interventions
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January 6, 2026 at 3:28 PM
After Maduro’s capture, Rubio links operation to fight against Iran and Hezbollah https://www.timesofisrael.com/after-maduros-capture-rubio-links-operation-to-fight-against-iran-and-hezbollah/
Key location, rare natural resources: Why Trump says the US ‘needs’ Greenland https://www.timesofisrael.com/key-location-rare-natural-resources-why-trump-says-the-us-needs-greenland/
Key location, rare natural resources: Why Trump says the US ‘needs’ Greenland
Isolated in the Arctic Circle and home to only 56,000 people, the massive ice-covered island may be next on the US's wish list due to its strategic and mineral-rich location
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January 6, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Key location, rare natural resources: Why Trump says the US ‘needs’ Greenland https://www.timesofisrael.com/key-location-rare-natural-resources-why-trump-says-the-us-needs-greenland/
Sa’ar visits Somaliland to meet with president for 1st time since Israeli recognition https://www.timesofisrael.com/saar-visits-somaliland-to-meet-with-president-for-1st-time-since-israeli-recognition/
Sa’ar visits Somaliland to meet with president for 1st time since Israeli recognition
Breakaway state confirms FM is in capital Hargeisa for meetings with top officials; Foreign Ministry does not respond to requests for comment
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January 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Sa’ar visits Somaliland to meet with president for 1st time since Israeli recognition https://www.timesofisrael.com/saar-visits-somaliland-to-meet-with-president-for-1st-time-since-israeli-recognition/
Netanyahu speaks with aide Urich after year-long ban due to Qatargate probe https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-speaks-with-aide-urich-after-year-long-ban-due-to-qatargate-probe/
Netanyahu speaks with aide Urich after year-long ban due to Qatargate probe
Court says request to prolong restrictions came after they'd already lapsed, making 'extension' impossible; Urich is accused of doing PR work for Qatar while working in PM's office
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January 6, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Netanyahu speaks with aide Urich after year-long ban due to Qatargate probe https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-speaks-with-aide-urich-after-year-long-ban-due-to-qatargate-probe/
Central Elections Committee to work on combating AI influence on vote https://www.timesofisrael.com/central-elections-committee-to-work-on-combating-ai-influence-on-vote/
Central Elections Committee to work on combating AI influence on vote
Director of CEC tells Knesset hearing that it is assembling a team of AI experts to address issue ahead of upcoming national vote, which is to be held by October
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January 6, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Central Elections Committee to work on combating AI influence on vote https://www.timesofisrael.com/central-elections-committee-to-work-on-combating-ai-influence-on-vote/
Knesset event fetes hostage families who supported government’s war policy https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-event-fetes-hostage-families-who-supported-governments-war-policy/
Knesset event fetes hostage families who supported government’s war policy
Tikva and Gvura forums, which opposed early deals with Hamas, lauded as having 'raised nation’s spirit,' in contrast to those who protested against government
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January 6, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Knesset event fetes hostage families who supported government’s war policy https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-event-fetes-hostage-families-who-supported-governments-war-policy/
Daily Briefing Jan. 6: Day 823 — NYC Jews await Mamdani’s next steps on antisemitism front https://www.timesofisrael.com/daily-briefing-jan-6-day-823-nyc-jews-await-mamdanis-next-steps-on-antisemitism-front/
Daily Briefing Jan. 6: Day 823 — NYC Jews await Mamdani’s next steps on antisemitism front
NY correspondent Luke Tress discusses New York mayor's first days in office, during which he reversed protection against antisemitism, appointed anti-Zionist lawyer as chief counsel
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January 6, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Daily Briefing Jan. 6: Day 823 — NYC Jews await Mamdani’s next steps on antisemitism front https://www.timesofisrael.com/daily-briefing-jan-6-day-823-nyc-jews-await-mamdanis-next-steps-on-antisemitism-front/
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, says rights group https://www.timesofisrael.com/at-least-35-people-including-4-children-killed-in-iran-protests-says-rights-group/
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, says rights group
Group says over 1,200 detained as mass demonstrations spread to 250 cities and towns; IRGC-linked media says some 250 police officers, 45 Basij militia members injured
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January 6, 2026 at 9:34 AM
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, says rights group https://www.timesofisrael.com/at-least-35-people-including-4-children-killed-in-iran-protests-says-rights-group/
Police threaten legal action after Arab MK calls force’s spokesman ‘a loser’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/police-threaten-legal-action-after-arab-mk-calls-forces-spokesman-a-loser/
Police threaten legal action after Arab MK calls force’s spokesman ‘a loser’
Ahmad Tibi, who has parliamentary immunity, sparred with Israel Police spokesman on TV over investigation into shooting in Bedouin town of Tarabin
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January 6, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Police threaten legal action after Arab MK calls force’s spokesman ‘a loser’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/police-threaten-legal-action-after-arab-mk-calls-forces-spokesman-a-loser/
Greenland and allies reject threats to island, as Trump reiterates US ‘need’ for it https://www.timesofisrael.com/greenland-and-allies-reject-threats-to-island-as-trump-reiterates-us-need-for-it/
Greenland and allies reject threats to island, as Trump reiterates US ‘need’ for it
Province's PM urges 'no more fantasies about annexation'; Danish premier says 'we will not accept' suggestions of a takeover, post-WWII security order will be 'over' if US attacks
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January 6, 2026 at 6:42 AM
Greenland and allies reject threats to island, as Trump reiterates US ‘need’ for it https://www.timesofisrael.com/greenland-and-allies-reject-threats-to-island-as-trump-reiterates-us-need-for-it/
Splits emerge over Venezuela’s future as UN Security Council meets to discuss US raid https://www.timesofisrael.com/splits-emerge-over-venezuelas-future-as-un-security-council-meets-to-discuss-us-raid/
Splits emerge over Venezuela’s future as UN Security Council meets to discuss US raid
Venezuela opposition leader Machado praises operation but says she hasn't spoken to Trump; US Speaker Johnson calls for elections; CIA said to recommend Maduro's VP run country
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January 6, 2026 at 5:12 AM
Splits emerge over Venezuela’s future as UN Security Council meets to discuss US raid https://www.timesofisrael.com/splits-emerge-over-venezuelas-future-as-un-security-council-meets-to-discuss-us-raid/
‘You were completely wrong’: Netanyahu and Lapid spar in stormy Knesset debate https://www.timesofisrael.com/you-were-completely-wrong-netanyahu-and-lapid-spar-in-stormy-knesset-debate/
‘You were completely wrong’: Netanyahu and Lapid spar in stormy Knesset debate
PM, opposition leader argue over relations with US, October 7, Haredi draft exemption bill in so-called 40-signature debate called by Gantz about Netanyahu's 'extremist government'
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January 6, 2026 at 3:48 AM
‘You were completely wrong’: Netanyahu and Lapid spar in stormy Knesset debate https://www.timesofisrael.com/you-were-completely-wrong-netanyahu-and-lapid-spar-in-stormy-knesset-debate/
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, rights group says https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-6-2026/
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, rights group says
Delegation led by Yemen’s main separatist group to travel to Saudi Arabia, sources say * Turkey’s Erdogan talks to Trump about Gaza, Venezuela, ties
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January 6, 2026 at 1:42 AM
At least 35 people, including 4 children, killed in Iran protests, rights group says https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-6-2026/
Israel grants 4G access to Palestinian West Bank cell companies after delay due to war https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-grants-4g-access-to-palestinian-west-bank-cell-companies-after-delay-due-to-war/
Israel grants 4G access to Palestinian West Bank cell companies after delay due to war
Communications Ministry ratifies deals inked by Israeli, Palestinian telecom firms; implementation expected to take 4-6 months; move won't cover Gaza, where networks stuck on 2G
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January 6, 2026 at 1:04 AM
Israel grants 4G access to Palestinian West Bank cell companies after delay due to war https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-grants-4g-access-to-palestinian-west-bank-cell-companies-after-delay-due-to-war/
IDF OKs tracking bracelets to enforce West Bank restraining orders as settler attacks spike https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-oks-tracking-bracelets-to-enforce-west-bank-restraining-orders-amid-spike-in-settler-attacks/
IDF OKs tracking bracelets to enforce West Bank restraining orders as settler attacks spike
Move comes after Shin Bet chief reportedly told government devices would be effective way to limit extremists' movement in territory; one minor said already tagged
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January 6, 2026 at 12:24 AM
IDF OKs tracking bracelets to enforce West Bank restraining orders as settler attacks spike https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-oks-tracking-bracelets-to-enforce-west-bank-restraining-orders-amid-spike-in-settler-attacks/
3 shot dead within hours in Arab gangland violence; toll for 2026 already at 7 https://www.timesofisrael.com/3-shot-dead-within-hours-in-arab-gangland-violence-toll-for-2026-already-at-7/
3 shot dead within hours in Arab gangland violence; toll for 2026 already at 7
Father and son bystanders gunned down in Nazareth hit reportedly gone awry; barber slain in Kafr Qara; Herzog decries ‘national scourge’
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January 5, 2026 at 10:26 PM
3 shot dead within hours in Arab gangland violence; toll for 2026 already at 7 https://www.timesofisrael.com/3-shot-dead-within-hours-in-arab-gangland-violence-toll-for-2026-already-at-7/
Major benefits for soldiers: Bennett unveils ‘flagship’ law as he gears up for election https://www.timesofisrael.com/major-benefits-for-soldiers-bennett-unveils-flagship-law-as-he-gears-up-for-election/
Major benefits for soldiers: Bennett unveils ‘flagship’ law as he gears up for election
In video statement, former PM says his proposal will 'cause massive numbers of Haredi youths to join the IDF,' says anyone joining his coalition must agree
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January 5, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Major benefits for soldiers: Bennett unveils ‘flagship’ law as he gears up for election https://www.timesofisrael.com/major-benefits-for-soldiers-bennett-unveils-flagship-law-as-he-gears-up-for-election/
Israelis stranded in Gaza blocked from returning due to bureaucratic stalemate https://www.timesofisrael.com/israelis-stranded-in-gaza-blocked-from-returning-due-to-bureaucratic-stalemate/
Israelis stranded in Gaza blocked from returning due to bureaucratic stalemate
Report says six citizens and one East Jerusalem resident stuck in Strip since before Oct. 7 remain blocked as government bodies pass responsibility
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January 5, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Israelis stranded in Gaza blocked from returning due to bureaucratic stalemate https://www.timesofisrael.com/israelis-stranded-in-gaza-blocked-from-returning-due-to-bureaucratic-stalemate/
Knesset committee chair seeks to further politicize AG’s position in revised bill https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-committee-chair-seeks-to-further-politicize-ags-position-in-revised-bill/
Knesset committee chair seeks to further politicize AG’s position in revised bill
Opposition lawmakers assail Constitution Committee chair MK Rothman after he edits legislation to allow incoming governments to fire attorney general within 100 days without cause
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January 5, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Knesset committee chair seeks to further politicize AG’s position in revised bill https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-committee-chair-seeks-to-further-politicize-ags-position-in-revised-bill/
IDF says soldier seen firing volley toward Gaza in viral video to face consequences https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-says-soldier-seen-firing-volley-toward-gaza-in-viral-video-to-face-consequences/
IDF says soldier seen firing volley toward Gaza in viral video to face consequences
Clip disseminated widely online by anti-Israel activists appears to show Golani soldier firing near Gaza border; IDF: Incident 'does not comply with orders,' will be investigated
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January 5, 2026 at 8:48 PM
IDF says soldier seen firing volley toward Gaza in viral video to face consequences https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-says-soldier-seen-firing-volley-toward-gaza-in-viral-video-to-face-consequences/
IDF strikes Hamas, Hezbollah targets deep in eastern and southern Lebanon https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-strikes-hamas-hezbollah-targets-deep-in-eastern-and-southern-lebanon/
IDF strikes Hamas, Hezbollah targets deep in eastern and southern Lebanon
Attacks come after Israel issues evacuation warnings in Kfar Hatta, Ain al-Tinah, Annan and Al-Manara; Lebanese media says one strike targeted home of slain Hamas leader
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January 5, 2026 at 7:36 PM
IDF strikes Hamas, Hezbollah targets deep in eastern and southern Lebanon https://www.timesofisrael.com/idf-strikes-hamas-hezbollah-targets-deep-in-eastern-and-southern-lebanon/
In bold move, central bank cuts interest rates for 2nd straight time after ceasefire https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-bold-move-central-bank-cuts-interest-rates-for-2nd-straight-time-after-ceasefire/
In bold move, central bank cuts interest rates for 2nd straight time after ceasefire
Bank of Israel lowers rates to 4%, citing a moderation in inflation, a strong shekel, and growing labor market participation following the ceasefire agreement with Hamas in Gaza
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January 5, 2026 at 6:08 PM
In bold move, central bank cuts interest rates for 2nd straight time after ceasefire https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-bold-move-central-bank-cuts-interest-rates-for-2nd-straight-time-after-ceasefire/