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A turnaround in religious councils: Court rules on transparency for appointments
The Jerusalem District Court has ordered the Ministry of Religious Services to disclose the professional qualifications of religious council chairpersons. The ministry must provide the requested information within 30 days.

"Human life is not up for grabs": Jet ski hits surfer as residents decry lack of police enforcement
Residents of Jisr az-Zarqa claim that a recent jet ski accident is the direct result of a dangerous lack of law enforcement on the village beach. They warn that without police intervention, further tragedies are inevitable.

HaTzel Responds to Police Service Suspension Claims
Rapper Yoav Eliassi, known as "HaTzel," denied being forcibly removed from his role as a standby squad commander. He stated that he chose to freeze his volunteer service on his own initiative.

With a machete, a taser, and face masks: Three young men arrested in Ashkelon
Three suspects, residents of the south in their 20s, were arrested in Ashkelon after detectives from the city's special investigation unit stopped the vehicle in which they were traveling. The operation was carried out as part of a proactive fight against crime, and the suspects were transferred for questioning.

Opal Malul Accuses: "I Was Raped in a Hot Tub, Police Are Delaying the Investigation"
Opal Malul, 37, from Kibbutz Gvat, claims she was drugged and raped in a hot tub a month ago. She criticizes the police for negligence and failing to make arrests despite provided evidence.

Israeli internet star involved in car accident on his birthday: "A stunning gift"
Alex Korotiev found himself at the scene of an accident last night while involved in it himself, on his way to his birthday celebration. The star chose to maintain his characteristic optimism, stating that as long as no one was hurt, everything else is trivial.

“Not Written in Law”: Parking Fine Battle Reaches Supreme Court
A four-year legal battle by pensioner David Mizrahi over a 200-shekel parking fine has reached the Supreme Court. Mizrahi challenges the Rosh HaAyin municipality's requirements, arguing they lack legal basis.

Suspect arrested in Tel Aviv for threatening restaurant owner
Officers from the Lev Tel Aviv station and YASAM unit arrested a Jaffa resident over the weekend on suspicion of threatening a restaurant owner. His detention was extended by the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court until August 3.

Illegal Rave Dispersed in Southern Israel: About 1,500 Revelers Ordered to Leave
Police officers from the Kiryat Gat station located an illegal event in an open area over the weekend, stopped the party, and detained the suspect involved in its organization.

Australia: Video of antisemitic threats admitted as evidence in court
The Supreme Court of Australia has overturned a lower court ruling that had banned the use of a viral video as evidence in the case against Sarah Abu Lebdeh and Ahmad Rashad Nadir. The recording, which captures the medical workers threatening Israeli patients, will now be used in their upcoming trial.

Insurance Company Migdal Wins Partial Recovery of Overpaid Benefits
Migdal insurance company sought approximately 175,000 shekels from a woman who received excess disability benefits due to a calculation error. The court ruled that the woman is required to return only 20 percent of the total amount.

"Pink Suitcases": When a Serious Crime Becomes an Instagram Trend
The true-crime docuseries "Pink Suitcases" revisits the case of four young Israeli women caught smuggling hard drugs at Ben Gurion Airport. The project sparks a debate over the ethics of media coverage regarding serious crimes.

Inside a speaker behind a baby seat: The unbelievable hiding place of an illegal resident
Border Police officers uncovered a creative smuggling attempt at the Al-Jib crossing. The speaker's side was hidden behind a baby seat, and an illegal resident was found inside. The driver and the suspect were arrested, alongside about 460 other illegal residents caught in the last week.

Who is extorting the meat line in the Gaza Envelope? 4 Rahat residents arrested | First Publication
As part of a police investigation into extortion by threats against an operator of a meat distribution line in the Eshkol Regional Council, four suspects, residents of Rahat in their 30s, were arrested within the council's territory. According to the suspicion, the four threatened the line operator with the aim of preventing his continued activity in the area. The police will request to extend...

Sara Netanyahu sued for 300,000 shekels: "Humiliations, curses, and physical assaults"
The Prime Minister's wife is at the center of a legal storm, as a former employee of the Prime Minister's Office has filed a lawsuit alleging bullying and abuse. A Channel 12 News journalist has detailed the claims.

Suspicions led to a raid: Items seized at an Ashkelon resident's home
Law enforcement in Ashkelon arrested a suspect on Sunday for drug trafficking offenses. During a search of his home, police seized significant quantities of suspected drugs, cash, and airsoft equipment.

Katya has been missing for two weeks — family asks for help: "We are struggling to reach her friends"
The 27-year-old Haifa resident was last seen on July 13 and has been missing since. She is 1.65 meters tall, has a thin build, light hair, and green eyes. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is urged to contact the 100 emergency center or the Haifa police station.

Teacher weighing 159 kg steps on student: Incident details and court ruling
A former Minnesota teacher stepped with both feet on a sixth-grader's back during a school drill, causing injury. The court has issued its ruling on the case.

Bus driver attacked in Jerusalem by teenagers who broke his teeth
A Superbus driver was brutally attacked by a group of teenagers in Jerusalem. The driver lost consciousness and four teeth during the assault, prompting the labor union to declare a labor dispute.

State Comptroller election scandal: MK Haskel gives testimony to police
As revealed by Ynet, the chair of "Israel Techila" was summoned to testify after she told the Supreme Court that she was required to show Benjamin Netanyahu documentation of her vote in the State Comptroller election.

Shfela Resident Arrested on Suspicion of Sexually Exploiting a Minor
A 24-year-old suspect allegedly posed as a minor to engage in sexual relations with a 13-year-old girl. The victim contacted the police herself, leading to the suspect's arrest. The court has extended his detention by three days.

6 Years Later: Verdict in Case of Prominent Anti-Netanyahu Protest Activist
The court has ruled on the case of protest activist Yishai Hadas regarding incidents at Balfour Street demonstrations. Hadas was acquitted of assault and breach of the peace charges but convicted of attempted malicious damage to property and criminal threats.

Police Request Public Assistance in Locating Missing Haifa Resident
Ekaterina Gurvich, a 26-year-old Haifa resident, was last seen on July 13 and has been missing since. She is 1.65m tall, thin, with light hair and green eyes. Police urge anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the 100 emergency center.

Fired Channel 13 anchor in a massive lawsuit: "They operate using mafia methods"
Natali Shem-Tov is opening a stormy front against Channel 13 in the shadow of the major lawsuit she filed, accusing them of a severe boycott she underwent following her refusal to join the committee's struggle and against the backdrop of her political positions.

Ramat Gan resident indicted for stalking ex-partner and distributing intimate materials
An indictment against a 48-year-old resident of Ramat Gan charges him with hacking his former partner’s phone and distributing her private footage. It is further alleged that he edited an intimate photo of her by replacing her face with a pig’s face and published it on social media.

Barak Abramov in the crosshairs again: "Damage of hundreds of millions"
The wave of attacks against the businessman continues. Despite mediation attempts, tempers have not cooled, and tonight another branch of the Japanika chain was targeted. The Israel Police have opened an investigation.

Medical Negligence at Assuta: Patient Awarded 8.3 Million Shekels After Spinal Surgery
The Tel Aviv District Court has ordered the Assuta hospital network to pay 8.3 million shekels to a patient left paralyzed after a surgical instrument broke during a back operation. Including National Insurance Institute benefits, the total compensation will reach 11.25 million shekels.

Grenade thrown at a Japanika branch under construction in Hadera
Police began an investigation this morning into an incident at a business currently under construction in the city. No casualties were reported.

Legal Chronicle: Eviction of a Daughter-in-Law, Hebrew Contracts, and Estate Manager Liability
The court ruled that 15 years of living in a mother-in-law's apartment does not grant a daughter-in-law property rights. The Supreme Court confirmed that signing a contract in Hebrew is binding even for those who do not understand the language. An estate manager was ordered to pay compensation for releasing trust funds prematurely.

Device failure during surgery: Asuta to pay massive compensation
A real estate developer who underwent spinal surgery at Asuta Hospital was left paralyzed due to a surgical instrument malfunction. The Tel Aviv District Court has ordered the medical institution to pay 11.25 million shekels in compensation.

Dramatic confrontation at Channel 13 News revealed: "I read it 5 times to believe"
The massive lawsuit filed by former anchor Netali Shem-Tov reveals behind-the-scenes recordings and transcripts, including heated exchanges early on the morning that fighting with Iran broke out.

The mysterious disappearance of Eldar Dayan: Family reveals new dramatic information
The family of 23-year-old Eldar Dayan, missing since July 17, has obtained significant new information regarding his whereabouts. They are demanding that police pursue new leads, citing death threats received by Dayan prior to his disappearance and a conflict with one of the detainees.

Shocking investigation: The "shadow hive" of billionaire Alex Skler exposed
Who is working behind the scenes for billionaire Alex Skler? A Kan 11 investigation points to the involvement of PR consultant Ronen Tzur and private investigator Irad Tamir, whose controversial methods have previously drawn significant scrutiny.

Murder in Netivot: A man in his 40s shot to death
Two people were wounded by gunfire in Netivot, with one victim pronounced dead at the scene. A separate violent incident in Bir al-Maksur left an 18-year-old moderately wounded.

Avivit Bar Zohar vs. Lia Greenner: 'There was a lawsuit and she paid for it'
Avivit Bar Zohar opens up about the stormy conflict with Lia Greenner that reached the court, and explains what made her decide that she is never ready to forgive again: 'I cannot laugh at this. Not in 10 years and not in 50 years'.

Israeli OnlyFans star in trouble: Billionaire cancels wedding
The publicized relationship between American billionaire Steven Klobek and Israeli OnlyFans model Adva Lavi has come to an end. According to reports, a recent arrest and new allegations led to a complete severance and the cessation of all financial and legal support.

IDF soldier arrested after protecting shepherd from attack
A legal drama unfolded in the West Bank as an IDF special forces soldier was arrested by police after coming to the aid of a Jewish shepherd brutally attacked by dozens of rioters.

40-Year-Old Man Murdered in Netivot Shooting
The Israel Police have launched an investigation following a shooting in Netivot that left one man dead and another lightly wounded. Authorities suspect the incident is criminal in nature.

Mass brawl in Rahat: 24 suspects arrested, two police officers injured
As part of police operations against illegal weapons and shooting incidents, Southern District officers and Border Police (Magav) were deployed to Rahat to quell a mass brawl. Two police officers were injured by stone-throwing and required medical treatment.

Barak Seri to Pay Gideon Sa'ar: "You Will Receive Bank Details on Sunday"
Media personality Barak Seri addressed the verdict in a libel lawsuit filed by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar. Sa'ar responded with a sharp jab, reigniting the public dispute on the X platform.