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A 34-year-old Bat Yam resident was arrested for setting fire to a storage room on Herzl Street after his bicycle was stolen. A prosecutor's statement has been filed, with an indictment expected shortly.

The Central District Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against a 15.5-year-old minor for threatening to commit a terrorist act. The teenager posted a video of an IDF vehicle in a WhatsApp group and followed up with voice messages detailing his intent to attack soldiers.

Five people sustained light injuries in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 90 in the Arava region. The victims were evacuated for medical treatment.

The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against 30-year-old Mahmoud Bashara from Tira for the premeditated murder of Baker Nasirat and the attempted murder of his cousin in Tayibe last month.

According to the investigation, an Ashdod resident set fire to several trash cans after receiving a municipal fine. Police officers from the Ashdod station located him shortly thereafter using witness testimonies and security camera footage.

Hit-and-run accident in Eilat: A driver under a court-ordered license suspension left the scene of the accident and was located within hours by traffic investigators.

Content creator Beni Wild sent a pre-lawsuit warning letter to Nadav Maimon, known as the "Tickle King," after the latter published a video that Wild claims included homophobic remarks. Maimon: "I have no intention to insult, I am doing comedy."

Police Commissioner Dani Levy has dismissed rapper Yoav Eliasi (HaTzel) from his role as commander of a rapid response team. The decision follows a Haaretz investigation into his alleged abuse of police connections.

Journalist Lucy Aharish and actor Tsahi Halevi are seeking damages from Likud activist Rami Ben Yehuda. In his defense against the libel lawsuit, Ben Yehuda argues his comments were part of protected political discourse.

Australia's internet regulator announced on Thursday that it has initiated legal proceedings against Telegram, alleging failures in handling pro-terrorist publications. The eSafety Commissioner's office stated that it took action after the platform failed to remove videos of executions and mass shootings.

Deputy Minister Almog Cohen has filed a defamation lawsuit for 100,000 shekels against Channel 12 News, following reports that he claims attributed to him participation in the break-in at the Sde Teiman base, even though he says he was not involved in the actions attributed to him.

Rabbi Chaim David Yosef Abarg’il, currently under house arrest following allegations of sexual misconduct, held a session for soldiers. The IDF stated he was invited at the request of a career soldier's wife who recently lost her child.

The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment against a 15-year-old minor from central Israel who threatened in a WhatsApp group to attack IDF soldiers with explosive devices. Despite warnings, he continued his threats, which the prosecution defines as ideologically motivated terrorism.

A resident of Beit Hanina was arrested following a high-speed chase after breaking through a checkpoint. It was discovered that he had been impersonating a security officer to smuggle 21 illegal aliens into Israel by hiding them in a secret compartment within his vehicle.

Officers from the Kiryat Malachi station have exposed a pub allegedly used for illegal gambling. The Southern District Commander has signed a 30-day administrative closure order, and the business owner has been detained for questioning.

Only after being required to pay child support for an 8-year-old girl registered as his daughter, the man requested a tissue test. Although the mother agreed, the judge rejected the request for fear of harming the minor.

The original indictment charged the defendant with the act itself, but a plea bargain reduced his role. Despite the State's request for up to 8 years, the court imposed a lighter sentence.

The "Bandita" cafe on Uziel Street in Ramat Gan was set on fire three times in May, June, and July. Last week, police arrested three residents of Beitar Illit, aged 16, 19, and 23, in connection with the incidents.

The agent carried out controlled transactions and exposed the sale of pistols, M-16 rifles, Kalashnikovs, and explosive devices. 9 indictments were filed at the Be'er Sheva District Court.

Amir Titi was arrested last month. According to the indictment, he received tens of thousands of shekels from Iran in exchange for information regarding Israeli hospitals and surveillance of high-ranking officials. His lawyer claims he was deceived and believed he was acting on behalf of the state.

Police shut down two construction sites of a contractor operating without a license following a fatal accident. Tel Aviv Municipality to relocate its separate beach to the city's north. BST Group, Phoenix, and Menora Mivtachim acquired a residential portfolio in Canada for 332 million shekels.

The Israel Police denied today (Thursday) reports that MK Sharren Haskel was summoned to provide testimony at Lahav 433. In response to a query from C14, the police stated: "She is not here and there is no date."

The Israel Prison Service Investigations Division and the 'Barkai' unit utilized an undercover agent to investigate a suspect who allegedly paid thousands of shekels to falsify his community service attendance records.

In a sharp statement published by the rabbis of "Torat HaAretz HaTova," they attacked the use of arrests and criminal enforcement against Haredi draft evaders: "These actions deepen the rift and lack of trust."

The Haifa Family Court recently ruled on a lawsuit involving a "legal free rider" problem in an inheritance dispute. The court rejected a brother's claim that his siblings had agreed to waive their inheritance rights in his favor, but ruled that it was unfair for them to benefit from his legal victory without contributing to the costs, ordering them to indemnify him.

A month after the murder of 75-year-old Kabbalist Rabbi Amos Gueta in Netanya, the 36-year-old suspect has confessed to the crime. During interrogation, he explained his motive by claiming the rabbi was a "false messiah." A psychiatric evaluation has deemed him fit to stand trial, and an indictment for murder under aggravated circumstances is expected to be filed this morning.

Opposition leader Yair Lapid threatened to sue Channel 14 after Itamar Fleischman, a panelist on "The Patriots," accused him of "helping the Nazis." The dispute followed Lapid's interview with CNN.

Following the mass brawl at the end of the World Cup final where Spain defeated Argentina, FIFA has launched a disciplinary investigation. Players and staff face charges of assault and unsportsmanlike conduct, with potential suspensions from upcoming international tournaments.

An IDF soldier who was attacked in the southern Hebron Hills and had his weapon snatched arrived at the police station to testify as a victim, but was interrogated under caution on suspicion of attacking the Palestinians involved. The police stated: "We are checking all directions to reach the truth."

Unknown assailants fired shots at the Troy event hall in Ashdod during an event early Thursday morning. No injuries were reported, and police have launched an investigation.

The Tel Aviv District Court has approved a settlement requiring the insurance company Hachshara to refund approximately 85% of illegally collected fees. Payments will be issued via direct policy credit or bank transfer.

Ashdod police are investigating a shooting incident at the 'Troya' event hall. No injuries were reported, and authorities are treating the incident as criminal.

Fadi Aboud, one of the most senior Arab professionals at Intel, discusses his journey in technology, overcoming cultural barriers, and the importance of role models for integrating Arab society.

Police have solved two incidents involving fragmentation grenades thrown at a residential building. Investigators suspect a 19-year-old accomplice drove the 16-year-old minor to the scene amid a criminal conflict.

Opposition leader Yair Lapid announced his intention to sue Channel 14 following remarks made on the program "The Patriots." The controversy arose during a discussion of his CNN interview, where panelists compared his rhetoric to collaboration with Nazis.

A large-scale police operation, 'Derech Irim', took place in Rahat and Tarabin, targeting criminal organizations and economic offenses. Authorities seized weapons, vehicles belonging to debtors, and hundreds of kilograms of spoiled meat.

A man was killed in a collision involving a truck and a private car on Highway 4 near Holot. MADA teams declared his death at the scene.

A new technological system implemented in cooperation with airlines will automatically block check-in for passengers with a travel ban, even before they reach the airport.

After the uncle of the Shin Bet chief demanded 500,000 shekels in compensation, alleging a smear campaign, the legal dispute against Haaretz has officially concluded following a mediation process.

US welfare officials estimate that the 16 children rescued from an Ohio home will not remain together and that their rehabilitation will take a long time. Four family members are accused of 16 counts of child endangerment, but deny the charges.