Politics

US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, canceled his planned tour of the Kerem Shalom crossing on the Gaza Strip border yesterday (Wednesday). The purpose of the tour was to witness the arrival of trucks carrying humanitarian aid into the Strip. However, the visit was called off due to concerns raised by Israel regarding potential disruptions by right-wing demonstrators

In a tragic development, Sergeant Simon Shlomov, a 20-year-old fighter from Kiryat Bialik serving in the 202nd Battalion of the Paratroopers Brigade, was reported killed yesterday in a fierce battle in the southern Gaza Strip. The IDF spokesman has authorized the release of this information, shedding light on the grim reality faced by Israeli forces in the ongoing conflict. Sergeant Shlomov's sacrifice adds to the somber toll of the conflict, with a total of 573 IDF soldiers losing their lives since the war's inception, including 236 casualties since the commencement of ground operations...

The state camp party is disintegrating - and Gideon Sa'ar is establishing the "state right wing": Minister Sa'ar announced on Tuesday evening that he has decided to end the partnership with the Blue and White party and said that he has contacted the chairman of the Knesset committee in order to immediately re-establish the New Hope faction - the state right wing in the Knesset "As an independent faction, which will clearly express the national and state worldview." Tomorrow the Knesset committee will meet to approve the request

A wave of nationwide protests swept through Israel last night, with demonstrators voicing their discontent against the government and its leadership. The protests, which took place in various cities including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Caesarea, and Haifa, saw thousands of citizens taking to the streets to demand immediate elections and accountability from those in power

In a dramatic turn of events, the Minister of Education's decision to backtrack on canceling the Israel Awards ceremony has sparked widespread criticism, with many calling for his resignation. The announcement of the Minister's withdrawal from his initial decision was met with mixed reactions, as citizens expressed outrage over the possibility of him presiding over the ceremony. Critics argue that his presence would tarnish the event's integrity, given his alleged role in undermining institutional integrity

El Al Airlines has announced a significant expansion of its aircraft fleet with the signing of a deal with Boeing, the American aerospace giant. The deal, valued between $650 million to $730 million, involves the purchase of three 787-9 Dreamliners. These new aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2029 and 2030

Ministry of Finance has issued a scathing critique of the government's proposed draft exemption law, asserting that its implementation lacks crucial components necessary for success. The ministry's analysis, signed by legal advisor Esi Messing and intended for the Prime Minister's Office, highlights significant concerns regarding the economic and security implications of the proposed legislation

Hundreds of people demonstrated on Tuesday evening together with family members of abductees, blocking the Begin road outside the Kriya base in Tel Aviv, while they are inside cages. The demonstrators shout, among other things: "All the people demand now - every abductee return home" and "All the people stand up - give us back our hearts". 4 protesters who blocked the road were arrested by the police, with two of them being relatives of 9-year-old Ohad Monder, who was released from Hamas captivity in the first step of the hostage deal

The protest against the government took place on Sunday in several locations - near the Knesset in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv in the Kariya area. Also, "Brothers in Arms" activists arrived in Mea Shearim and confronted some of the residents there

In Tel Aviv last night one of the most stormy demonstrations took place since the outbreak of the war. In a dramatic move, families of abductees announced during the weekly rally they held in the abductees' square in Tel Aviv, that they decided to intensify the struggle - and went on a march. Some of the families gathered in front of the Kariya, on Begin Road and then blocked the Ayalon lanes - while others marched on Dizengoff Street