Maariv

Reports that Benjamin Netanyahu's office vetoed a Turkish foothold near the border are infuriating the establishment in Ankara. A former senior naval officer accuses Israel of systematically dismantling the Assad army and calls for the deployment of game-changing weapons.

The mental distress of Israeli students has worsened following the pandemic and the war, but the system warns that the responses are far from sufficient: one psychologist per thousand students, one counselor per hundred kindergartens, and waiting lists for treatment that last up to a year.

Residents and bathers at the Haifa beach are complaining about a harsh smell and a large accumulation of seaweed that has been going on for over a week. One resident: "It's impossible to sit on the balcony, we are suffocating." The municipality: "These are seaweed that washed up on the shore naturally."

Beets are a healthy vegetable rich in pigments, but for some people, they can turn urine or stool red. This phenomenon is called beeturia, and it is usually not dangerous. It is important to know when you can relax and when you must get checked.

Ofer Winter is establishing a party but is keeping the Likud awake at night, the fragments of the Right are threatening the integrity of the bloc, and on the other side – last-minute survival attempts threaten to reshuffle the cards.

The coffee chain Blank Street has raised $75 million and is accelerating its expansion. Following the success of its matcha drinks, the company wants to become a "daily luxury brand" and expand its menu to include ice cream and other products.

Investigators from the Hof District Central Unit (YAMAR) estimate that the assassination of Yanis Yeshubayev could ignite a wave of revenge in the Hadera area. Police are examining whether it was a contract killer acting on precise intelligence and are also raising the possibility of a 'red kippah' setup.

According to the Kan News poll, Eisenkot overtakes Likud with 24 mandates, and Netanyahu loses in the suitability for prime minister question to Bennett as well. A new scenario brings Winter into the Knesset and leaves Smotrich below the electoral threshold.

Following two attacks within hours, the IDF reports an increase in incitement and tension in the West Bank. Security officials fear a wave of copycat attacks amid elections and the influence of Iran-backed terrorist organizations.

Ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Orit Strock are demanding that the cabinet prevent the entry of multinational forces into the Gaza Strip until Hamas is fully disarmed. They claim that infrastructure is already being built to accommodate thousands of foreign soldiers.

According to the "Israeli Society Barometer" survey, 52% of Israelis are afraid to identify themselves abroad, and 41% have changed their behavior since October 7. While 73% believe in the possibility of a cohesive society, trust in coexistence between Jews and Arabs remains low.

Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering reserving a spot for Hapoel Hadera captain, reserve combat soldier, and torchbearer Menashe Zalka, in a move intended to appeal to young people and Ethiopian immigrants. At the same time, ways are being examined to promote Ze'ev Elkin on the list, as well as a possible reserved spot for Avi Dichter.

The full report from the Institute of Forensic Medicine states that due to the condition of the late Eldar Dayan's remains, it was impossible to determine the cause of death. Sources familiar with the details estimate that this finding may significantly complicate the substantiation of the murder suspicion.

Three terrorists were liquidated within one day in IDF strikes in Khan Yunis, Gaza City, and the central Gaza Strip. Against the backdrop of kite terror, Israel Katz convened the security leadership and demanded to increase the strikes.

Days after the Israeli attack on a Syrian airbase and the spike in tensions between the countries, Barak Ravid reported that Mossad chief Roman Gofman met with Syrian Foreign Minister Assad al-Shibani in an attempt to prevent further escalation.

Jared Kushner met secretly with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, amid the possibility that Democrats will take control of the House. The two explored future cooperation, despite the sharp exchange of blows between Jeffries and Trump.

"He is currently recovering": The brother of the man wounded in the stabbing attack in Auja spoke to 103fm about his condition and the moments leading up to the incident. Following an extensive manhunt by the IDF, the 16-year-old terrorist was captured in the Jericho area.

Yaffa Ben-David warned on 103fm radio that the education system is currently short of nearly 5,000 teaching staff, and argued that without addressing the root of the problem, the situation will worsen: "Salary is important, but it alone will not solve the shortage."

Western intelligence officials claim that Russia is using local criminals to carry out arson and sabotage at arms factories in Europe, in an attempt to disrupt supplies to Ukraine and test how far they can go without dragging NATO into a direct confrontation.

Donald Trump has gained about 10 kilograms since his last campaign and currently weighs about 108 kg, less than a kilogram away from the definition of obesity. Doctors warn of the risks, while the White House emphasizes that the 80-year-old president is in "excellent health."

Six suspects were arrested after a man was attacked outside a supermarket in Eilat, in an incident documented by security cameras. The police claim that everyone participated in the assault, while defense attorneys raise other versions; the detention of four of them was extended.

The President of Ukraine rejected the call to hold elections during the war and warned of internal division. The remarks come after former Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov called for returning the country to a democratic path.

A revolution in the Ketubah: The Council of the Chief Rabbinate has for the first time set a uniform threshold for amounts recorded at wedding ceremonies — between 36,000 and 360,000 shekels, addressing cases of excessive sums that grooms cannot realistically meet.

The IDF is investigating the death of a 12-year-old in the Askar refugee camp and the unauthorized raising of an Israeli flag on a mosque minaret in Tulkarm. Authorities are also searching for those responsible for an attack on machinery in Wadi Rahim.

Iran's Oil Minister announced the discovery of a large gas reservoir in Fars province, estimated to contain over 212.4 billion cubic meters of natural gas. Authorities described the find as a strategic asset for the country.

Police suspect that the struggle between the Musli and Jarushi organizations has turned into cross-sector alliances: the son of Yusef Hariri was arrested on suspicion of supplying grenades, and the Tel Aviv Central Unit claims that evidence has been gathered linking the involved parties.

A senior Israeli intelligence source warned that without clear red lines with Ankara, Israel could face Turkish military presence in the Golan Heights and the Mediterranean. Background: Turkey's entrenchment in Syria.

Following Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, Iran may also join the new defense alliance. A senior official in Tehran claims the invitation has already been received—and if approved, the nature of the alliance could change completely.

The IDF claims that the incendiary kites in the Gaza envelope are not part of Hamas's organized operations. Despite the ongoing phenomenon, the security establishment is attempting to downplay the situation.

A review of nearly 1,900 studies and data analysis of more than 480,000 people showed: one simple daily activity that you can do at home, at work, and in public places can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Behind the scenes of the Haredi world, the possibility of translating the opposition to the conscription of yeshiva students into a new electoral force is being examined. However, senior official Moti Babchik has already publicly clarified that Gur does not intend to give up its leadership within Agudat Yisrael.

After years of lenient policy, Denmark is changing course: 14 regions in Ukraine will be considered relatively safe, thousands of benefit recipients will be required to work, and men subject to conscription are also in the crosshairs.

Alongside the cultural myth, history proves that the month of August often brings a sequence of difficult events in Russia. Against the backdrop of the ongoing war and the downplaying of crises, there is growing concern over a 'Black August'.

Mayer, an El Al captain and long-time council member of the Pilots Association, also serves as IFALPA Vice President for the Middle East: "We will focus on the struggle for an independent and strong Israeli aviation."

Against the backdrop of the enlistment law storm and the decline in polls, MK Uriel Buso clarifies who will not receive backing from Shas, defends Aryeh Deri, and claims that "left-wing elements paying a lot of money" are behind the jeers.

Former Iranian Minister of Economy Ehsan Khandouzi issued a severe warning to the regime, claiming that instability is reaching a boiling point. According to him, the internal situation in Iran will lead to a civil rebellion within the coming month, in parallel with a return to active war.

An import company attempted to ship 12 containers from Egypt to Israel, declared as sunflower and soybean oil. However, a random inspection by customs officials at Ashdod port revealed that the containers were actually filled with large quantities of smuggled cigarettes.

Clans and large families in Baalbek-Hermel are working to establish a joint framework that will oppose Hezbollah's policy, support the concentration of weapons in the hands of the Lebanese army, and work to restore relations with other sects and the Arab world.

Statues, amulets, and rare antiquities were returned to Egypt following an FBI investigation that determined they had been smuggled into the US. The main suspect is already dead, but the investigation continues. In the background, there is a broad international struggle to return looted antiquities worth a billion dollars.

Ra'am chairman Mansour Abbas fears "false accusations and conspiracy theories" against Yoav Segalovitz, who is set to join the faction. He also explains why he chose to speak about a Palestinian state: "Netanyahu did not say he does not want a Palestinian state."