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Netanyahu says Negev is ‘out of control’ while touring south amid Jewish-Arab tensions https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-says-negev-is-out-of-control-while-touring-south-amid-jewish-arab-tensions/
Netanyahu says Negev is ‘out of control’ while touring south amid Jewish-Arab tensions
As PM dashes Bedouin leaders' hopes by backing police crackdown, Herzog holds 'emergency meeting' with Jewish and Arab mayors to urge calm after Bedouin man shot dead by officer
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January 8, 2026 at 2:52 AM
Netanyahu says Negev is ‘out of control’ while touring south amid Jewish-Arab tensions https://www.timesofisrael.com/netanyahu-says-negev-is-out-of-control-while-touring-south-amid-jewish-arab-tensions/
Israeli researcher trots out proof that walking more needn’t increase commuting time https://www.timesofisrael.com/israeli-researcher-trots-out-proof-that-walking-more-neednt-increase-commuting-time/
Israeli researcher trots out proof that walking more needn’t increase commuting time
Prof. Jonathan Rabinowitz of Bar-Ilan University touts health benefits of hoofing it while campaigning for transportation apps to add option for routes with more time on foot
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January 8, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Israeli researcher trots out proof that walking more needn’t increase commuting time https://www.timesofisrael.com/israeli-researcher-trots-out-proof-that-walking-more-neednt-increase-commuting-time/
Soldier filmed firing volley of shots toward Gaza said to get 20 days in prison https://www.timesofisrael.com/soldier-filmed-firing-volley-of-shots-toward-gaza-said-to-get-20-days-in-prison/
Soldier filmed firing volley of shots toward Gaza said to get 20 days in prison
Punishment for Golani solider, who reportedly uploaded the video to social media himself, comes amid wider concern over inappropriate conduct in the IDF
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January 8, 2026 at 1:12 AM
Soldier filmed firing volley of shots toward Gaza said to get 20 days in prison https://www.timesofisrael.com/soldier-filmed-firing-volley-of-shots-toward-gaza-said-to-get-20-days-in-prison/
Hasidic faction’s rabbinic leadership meets without publicly condemning draft exemption bill https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-08-2026/
Hasidic faction’s rabbinic leadership meets without publicly condemning draft exemption bill
Surprise move not to issue statement against the legislation expected to allow it to advance while Agudat Yisrael maintains opposition to sanctions on draft evaders
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January 7, 2026 at 11:38 PM
Hasidic faction’s rabbinic leadership meets without publicly condemning draft exemption bill https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-january-08-2026/
2 reported killed as IDF says it hit ‘senior’ Gaza terrorist after Hamas fired at troops https://www.timesofisrael.com/2-reported-killed-as-idf-says-it-hit-senior-gaza-terrorist-after-hamas-fired-at-troops/
2 reported killed as IDF says it hit ‘senior’ Gaza terrorist after Hamas fired at troops
Army doesn't immediately identity target, says strike was in response to 'blatant violation' of truce; Palestinian media reports home in Gaza City's Tuffah neighborhood was hit
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January 7, 2026 at 11:18 PM
2 reported killed as IDF says it hit ‘senior’ Gaza terrorist after Hamas fired at troops https://www.timesofisrael.com/2-reported-killed-as-idf-says-it-hit-senior-gaza-terrorist-after-hamas-fired-at-troops/
Arraignment of Rob Reiner’s son, accused of parents’ murder, delayed after attorney quits https://www.timesofisrael.com/arraignment-of-rob-reiners-son-accused-of-parents-murder-delayed-after-attorney-quits/
Arraignment of Rob Reiner’s son, accused of parents’ murder, delayed after attorney quits
High-profile lawyer Alan Jackson did not say why he wanted to leave the case, in which he was defending Nick Reiner, who is suspected of killing Rob and Michele Reiner last month
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January 7, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Arraignment of Rob Reiner’s son, accused of parents’ murder, delayed after attorney quits https://www.timesofisrael.com/arraignment-of-rob-reiners-son-accused-of-parents-murder-delayed-after-attorney-quits/
Jewish moderate Menin confirmed as NYC speaker, a potential counterweight to Mamdani https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-moderate-menin-confirmed-as-nyc-speaker-a-potential-counterweight-to-mamdani/
Jewish moderate Menin confirmed as NYC speaker, a potential counterweight to Mamdani
Democrat becomes first Jew to lead City Council, a powerful role in the city's government
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January 7, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Jewish moderate Menin confirmed as NYC speaker, a potential counterweight to Mamdani https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-moderate-menin-confirmed-as-nyc-speaker-a-potential-counterweight-to-mamdani/
French author sued for libel by her relatives over Nazi ‘collaborator’ family novel https://www.timesofisrael.com/french-author-sued-for-libel-by-her-relatives-over-nazi-collaborator-family-novel/
French author sued for libel by her relatives over Nazi ‘collaborator’ family novel
Cecile Desprairies' 2024 book 'The Propagandist' paints her family as collaborationist, but her relatives say novel was 'conceived as a genuine act of family vengeance'
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January 7, 2026 at 9:20 PM
French author sued for libel by her relatives over Nazi ‘collaborator’ family novel https://www.timesofisrael.com/french-author-sued-for-libel-by-her-relatives-over-nazi-collaborator-family-novel/
Civilians flee Aleppo as clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish forces escalate https://www.timesofisrael.com/civilians-flee-aleppo-as-clashes-between-syrian-government-and-kurdish-forces-escalate/
Civilians flee Aleppo as clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish forces escalate
Latest clashes are the deadliest so far between the two sides and come as efforts to merge the Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces with the national army have shown little progress
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January 7, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Civilians flee Aleppo as clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish forces escalate https://www.timesofisrael.com/civilians-flee-aleppo-as-clashes-between-syrian-government-and-kurdish-forces-escalate/
US seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela, including one tied to Hezbollah https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-seizes-2-oil-tankers-linked-to-venezuela-including-one-tied-to-hezbollah/
US seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela, including one tied to Hezbollah
US also selectively removing sanctions to enable oil sales; vessel Bella 1 was sanctioned by US in 2024 for allegedly smuggling cargo for company linked to Lebanese terror group
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January 7, 2026 at 7:52 PM
US seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela, including one tied to Hezbollah https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-seizes-2-oil-tankers-linked-to-venezuela-including-one-tied-to-hezbollah/
As Zohran Mamdani takes office, two US cities see first-time Orthodox Jewish mayors https://www.timesofisrael.com/as-zohran-mamdani-takes-office-two-us-cities-see-first-time-orthodox-jewish-mayors/
As Zohran Mamdani takes office, two US cities see first-time Orthodox Jewish mayors
Michele Weiss and Justin Brasch are inaugurated in University Heights, Ohio, and White Plains, New York, respectively, pledging to improve life for all constituents
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January 7, 2026 at 7:42 PM
As Zohran Mamdani takes office, two US cities see first-time Orthodox Jewish mayors https://www.timesofisrael.com/as-zohran-mamdani-takes-office-two-us-cities-see-first-time-orthodox-jewish-mayors/
Warner Bros. rejects Paramount takeover, tells shareholders to stay with Netflix bid https://www.timesofisrael.com/warner-bros-rejects-paramount-takeover-tells-shareholders-to-stay-with-netflix-bid/
Warner Bros. rejects Paramount takeover, tells shareholders to stay with Netflix bid
WB cites 'insufficient value' and 'risks' of Paramount's hostile bid attempt, which capped off at $77.9 billion, some $6 million more than Netflix offered
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January 7, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Warner Bros. rejects Paramount takeover, tells shareholders to stay with Netflix bid https://www.timesofisrael.com/warner-bros-rejects-paramount-takeover-tells-shareholders-to-stay-with-netflix-bid/
Iran executes a man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-executes-a-man-convicted-of-spying-for-israels-mossad/
Iran executes a man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad
Convict accused of relaying sensitive information to Israeli spy agency's officers in return for financial rewards; Iran executed at least 1,500 people in 2025, rights group says
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January 7, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Iran executes a man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-executes-a-man-convicted-of-spying-for-israels-mossad/
Knesset okays bill ending attorney general’s authority over ministry legal advisers https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-okays-bill-ending-attorney-generals-authority-over-ministry-legal-advisers/
Knesset okays bill ending attorney general’s authority over ministry legal advisers
Likud MK says bill would strengthen 'independence' of ministry legal advisers, who now report to AG, not the ministries they serve; proposal moves to committee for discussion
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January 7, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Knesset okays bill ending attorney general’s authority over ministry legal advisers https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-okays-bill-ending-attorney-generals-authority-over-ministry-legal-advisers/
Hamas, Red Cross resume search for last hostage’s remains in Gaza City https://www.timesofisrael.com/hamas-red-cross-resume-search-for-last-hostages-remains-in-gaza-city/
Hamas, Red Cross resume search for last hostage’s remains in Gaza City
US reportedly backs Israel policy of opening Rafah Crossing in both directions only after return of Ran Gvili's body; anti-Hamas militia claims to kill 2 of terror group's members
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January 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Hamas, Red Cross resume search for last hostage’s remains in Gaza City https://www.timesofisrael.com/hamas-red-cross-resume-search-for-last-hostages-remains-in-gaza-city/
Gefen Bitton, Israeli critically wounded in Bondi attack, to be flown to Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/gefen-bitton-israeli-critically-wounded-in-bondi-attack-to-be-flown-to-israel/
Gefen Bitton, Israeli critically wounded in Bondi attack, to be flown to Israel
Bitton, who worked in Australia for years before attack and was shot while attempting to disarm attacker, recently woke from coma; PM Albanese urged to rescind invite to Herzog
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January 7, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Gefen Bitton, Israeli critically wounded in Bondi attack, to be flown to Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/gefen-bitton-israeli-critically-wounded-in-bondi-attack-to-be-flown-to-israel/
Court reinstates ban on Urich speaking with Netanyahu, working in his office https://www.timesofisrael.com/court-reinstates-ban-on-urich-speaking-with-netanyahu-working-in-his-office/
Court reinstates ban on Urich speaking with Netanyahu, working in his office
Judge rules that restrictions on PM's aide regarding Qatar-ties case cannot continue, but those relating to separate leaked document case roiling PM's office can
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January 7, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Court reinstates ban on Urich speaking with Netanyahu, working in his office https://www.timesofisrael.com/court-reinstates-ban-on-urich-speaking-with-netanyahu-working-in-his-office/
In rare move, Knesset panel moves to overturn Smotrich’s $150 VAT exemption order https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-rare-move-knesset-panel-moves-to-overturn-smotrichs-150-vat-exemption-order/
In rare move, Knesset panel moves to overturn Smotrich’s $150 VAT exemption order
Likud elements led by Finance Committee chair MK Milwidsky argue that doubling VAT exemption on personal imports from $75 penalizes local businesses
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January 7, 2026 at 3:06 PM
In rare move, Knesset panel moves to overturn Smotrich’s $150 VAT exemption order https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-rare-move-knesset-panel-moves-to-overturn-smotrichs-150-vat-exemption-order/
Iran army chief threatens response to Trump and Netanyahu’s ‘hostile rhetoric’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-army-chief-threatens-response-to-trump-and-netanyahus-hostile-rhetoric/
Iran army chief threatens response to Trump and Netanyahu’s ‘hostile rhetoric’
Country's top judge says there will be 'no leniency' for growing demonstrations, while President Pezeshkian orders security forces not to crack down on unarmed protesters
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January 7, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Iran army chief threatens response to Trump and Netanyahu’s ‘hostile rhetoric’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-army-chief-threatens-response-to-trump-and-netanyahus-hostile-rhetoric/
United Nations rights office accuses Israel of West Bank ‘apartheid’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/united-nations-rights-office-accuses-israel-of-west-bank-apartheid/
United Nations rights office accuses Israel of West Bank ‘apartheid’
Report says Israeli settlers and Palestinians residing in territory are treated 'under two distinct bodies of law and policies,' resulting in unequal practices
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January 7, 2026 at 12:18 PM
United Nations rights office accuses Israel of West Bank ‘apartheid’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/united-nations-rights-office-accuses-israel-of-west-bank-apartheid/
Daily Briefing Jan. 7: Day 824 – Chaos and death at a Haredi anti-IDF protest https://www.timesofisrael.com/daily-briefing-jan-7-day-824-chaos-and-death-at-a-haredi-anti-idf-protest/
Daily Briefing Jan. 7: Day 824 – Chaos and death at a Haredi anti-IDF protest
Political correspondent Sam Sokol discusses the tragic end of a raucous, extreme demonstration in Jerusalem against military conscription of the ultra-Orthodox
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January 7, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Daily Briefing Jan. 7: Day 824 – Chaos and death at a Haredi anti-IDF protest https://www.timesofisrael.com/daily-briefing-jan-7-day-824-chaos-and-death-at-a-haredi-anti-idf-protest/
Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold US secrets to Soviet Union, dies in prison at 84 https://www.timesofisrael.com/aldrich-ames-cia-agent-who-sold-us-secrets-to-soviet-union-dies-in-prison-at-84/
Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold US secrets to Soviet Union, dies in prison at 84
Ames, aided by wife Rosario, compromised agents and relayed bogus intel from Moscow, earning $2.5 million until he was exposed in 1994; says he was motivated by financial troubles
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January 7, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold US secrets to Soviet Union, dies in prison at 84 https://www.timesofisrael.com/aldrich-ames-cia-agent-who-sold-us-secrets-to-soviet-union-dies-in-prison-at-84/
Yemen anti-Houthi council expels separatist leader as he faces treason charges https://www.timesofisrael.com/yemen-anti-houthi-council-expels-separatist-leader-as-he-faces-treason-charges/
Yemen anti-Houthi council expels separatist leader as he faces treason charges
Southern Transitional Council chief Aidarous al-Zubaidi didn't board plane to Saudi Arabia with other official for talks, now said to have 'fled to an unknown location'
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January 7, 2026 at 10:46 AM
Yemen anti-Houthi council expels separatist leader as he faces treason charges https://www.timesofisrael.com/yemen-anti-houthi-council-expels-separatist-leader-as-he-faces-treason-charges/
Families of soldiers who died by suicide petition High Court for IDF recognition https://www.timesofisrael.com/families-of-soldiers-who-died-by-suicide-petition-high-court-for-idf-recognition/
Families of soldiers who died by suicide petition High Court for IDF recognition
Petitioners challenge committee ruling, saying mental wounds deserve the same acknowledgment as physical injuries and combat trauma continues after uniforms come off
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January 7, 2026 at 10:36 AM
Families of soldiers who died by suicide petition High Court for IDF recognition https://www.timesofisrael.com/families-of-soldiers-who-died-by-suicide-petition-high-court-for-idf-recognition/
Police set to charge bus driver who ran over Haredi protester with aggravated murder https://www.timesofisrael.com/police-set-to-charge-bus-driver-who-ran-over-haredi-protester-with-aggravated-murder/
Police set to charge bus driver who ran over Haredi protester with aggravated murder
Driver's attorney says suspect felt his life was in danger as demonstrators gathered around bus; 14-year-old killed and three injured in incident
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January 7, 2026 at 10:08 AM
Police set to charge bus driver who ran over Haredi protester with aggravated murder https://www.timesofisrael.com/police-set-to-charge-bus-driver-who-ran-over-haredi-protester-with-aggravated-murder/