Maariv

An electrical fault appears to be the cause of the major fire at the BIG construction site in Petah Tikva. After more than 13 hours of firefighting, there are concerns regarding damage to the foundations and the parking structure, with the possibility of demolition, which would cause millions of shekels in damage.

Uncertainty arouses curiosity, heightens anticipation, and creates ideal content for social media. This is how major brands turn a simple purchase into an exciting event, but what happens when the surprise turns into disappointment?

An unprecedented migration crisis, confrontations with Donald Trump and Israel, a rift in NATO, and domestic corruption scandals: Pedro Sánchez is losing allies, but the Spanish economy is providing him with a lifeline ahead of the elections.

The Channel 12 commentator confirmed that Gilad Erdan was offered a reserved spot on the Likud list, but expressed skepticism regarding his departure. He also drew a surprising parallel between the Ra'am and Shas parties.

Dudu Ohana was arrested in Hadera after, according to the Tax Authority, he had been evading an investigation for a period of time on suspicion of distributing fictitious invoices. Evidence was seized during a search of the suite, and his son is suspected of attempting to destroy documents.

Within hours of the murder at the Airbnb apartment in Nachlaot, six of the seven suspects were arrested. At the center of the investigation: the attempt to distance those involved from Jerusalem, the evidence collected at the scene, and suspicions against an additional circle of associates.

The Houthis claim to have attacked an Aramco refinery in Jizan, days after a major assault on government forces in Yemen that left at least 17 soldiers dead.

Israel's problem is not just that the world does not understand us, or hates us because of prejudices. The problem is also that the world sees the things we keep insisting on closing our eyes to.

Since the outbreak of the war, public spending has been expanded, but the bulk of the addition was directed to emergency response, evacuation, compensation, and initial rehabilitation, rather than to strengthening broad, universal, and stable public services.

Dr. Raz Zimmt expressed a pessimistic forecast regarding the situation with Iran during an interview on 103FM. Among other things, he claimed that the Revolutionary Guards will not agree to compromise within the framework of the negotiations.

A confrontation in Brighton between an anti-semitism activist and a pro-Palestinian protester quickly turned into an extremist display: he justified the murder of her family members on October 7, claimed that Hamas is an organization that a "normal person" would support, and compared her to a Nazi.

The political system continues to storm around the move by Gilad Ardan and his new party. In an interview with 103FM, he explained why he left Likud after 30 years, revealed that he rejected an offer for a high spot on the list, and presented his line on the issue of conscription and the next government.

Days after he was seriously wounded in an incident in Lebanon, the brother of one of the soldiers published a shocking testimony about the hospitalization, claiming he found him without response after the families were removed from the ward: "I want to know who is responsible for this failure."

Muhammad Majadla revealed that alongside contacts to add Yoav Segalovitz to Ra'am, former senior officials and security figures from the Jewish sector have approached Mansour Abbas. The party is considering a broad revolution, but the schedule is tight and obstacles remain.

The difficult incident in southern Lebanon, in which two soldiers were killed and four were seriously wounded, raises difficult conclusions about the failures in operational discipline and debriefing. The lethal combination with the erosion of the ground army is costing the IDF human lives.

During talks with Lebanon in Rome, Israel demanded information regarding the fate of Jewish community members who disappeared during the civil war, as well as data on navigator Ron Arad.

A new plot linked to Iranian elements has been foiled. According to Iraqi security services, the apprehended cell was preparing to use drones to carry out attacks outside the country's borders.

Amos Harel and Dr. Col. (res.) Michael Milstein discussed on 103FM the ongoing campaign against Iran: "We are seeing mutual accusations and internal battles intended to shift responsibility within the administration."

In an interview with The New Yorker, one of the co-chairs of the Democratic Socialists of America presented a sharp line against Israel, claimed that the events of October 7 were "inevitable," and supported the regime in Cuba.

A listener shared that he eats nine slices of light bread a day and was worried that the amount was hindering his weight loss. I explained to him why the number alone is misleading, what really determines the menu, and which bread is better to choose.

A paradox is shaking the US economy: while the labor market has lost jobs, the unemployment rate has fallen. The explanation lies in the number of Americans who have simply stopped looking for work.

Iran has set a series of dramatic conditions for opening the Strait of Hormuz, including the lifting of sanctions, the withdrawal of American forces, and the payment of compensation. At the same time, the UAE accuses Tehran of attacking ships, and fears of the talks collapsing are growing.

After days of Houthi attacks and 17 soldiers killed, the Yemeni army has launched a counter-offensive. Fighting in Marib and Hadhramaut is intensifying, and in the shadow of the regional conflict with Iran, there is growing fear of the collapse of the ceasefire and a return to full-scale civil war.

A Western diplomatic source claims that the path of understandings between Washington and Tehran has effectively been exhausted, and that the USA is returning to applying military pressure. Against this backdrop, the West is placing increasing weight on Israeli intelligence regarding Iran and Hezbollah.

"Enemies" concludes its season with an episode on the final days of Ali Khamenei, but it is precisely this that highlights what is missing: the series summarizes the difficult years in the life of the former Supreme Leader, but often forgets the interests, contradictions, and the big picture.

"The Voice" promised a "star of the past," but the reality was a bit different: two contestants from Keshet 12 programs stole the evening, Static surrendered to Idan Raichel, and Noa Kirel provided one of the strangest moments of the season.

Dani Dotan, a multidisciplinary artist and leader of the legendary band "HaClick", marks the release of his new book "Don't Light a Candle for Me". In a candid interview, he reflects on the legacy of Israeli punk, the power of protest art, and the longing for his late bandmates.

18 women, relatives of fallen hostages whose bodies were returned from Gaza, set out on a journey in the mountains of Romania in an attempt to process the loss and return to breathing. Adi Goldin and Mushit Mansour tell about the pain, the neglect, and the struggle to rebuild their lives.

Hundreds of new recruits are joining the Nahal Brigade today, whose soldiers have operated on the Gaza and Lebanon fronts since October 7 and suffered heavy losses. The brigade commander welcomed the new arrivals: "You are arriving during a historic period."

Book Lovers Day, celebrated today, invites us to stop for a moment and read a book with pleasure. Not out of duty or ideology, but out of passion. So go ahead, open any book you love and start reading.

Almost three years after October 7, the IDF is in a defensive position in Gaza, while Hamas is rebuilding its strength and Israel is forced to deal with American pressure to reduce its activity.

Saudi Arabia is building strategic independence: a defense alliance with Turkey and Pakistan, ties with Washington, and open channels with Iran and China. For Israel, the meaning is clear: Riyadh is no longer dependent on one axis.

The United States' war against Iran has become a war of no choice, because at stake is the American ability to control the sea, which is the fundamental condition for superpower status.

We have known talented ministers in the past, as well as failed ministers. But a minister who acts diligently, persistently, and with a clear mind against the fundamental goals of his ministry, we have not yet known.

In politics, not every internal dispute is damage. Sometimes it is part of a strategy aimed at increasing the number of voters for the entire camp.

If Military Secretary Gofman had done his job properly, it is possible that Netanyahu would not have rushed to drag Trump into this farce, the Chief of Staff and the head of Aman would have been invited to present their reservations, and the entire event could have been spared from us.

After a night of battling the fire in the underground parking lot of the future BIG complex in Petah Tikva, which spans approximately 2,000 square meters, the Fire and Rescue Authority announced that all hotspots have been extinguished. A special investigation team will examine how the fire started.

91 protest sites are expected to operate across Greece, from Athens to the tourist islands. The organizers are demanding an arms embargo, sanctions on Israel, the reinstatement of visa requirements, and the screening of Israeli soldiers and reservists.

A well-known singer was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of violent offenses. Police are currently investigating the incident, including claims that the partner attempted to run him over.

The Religious Zionism party is moving on the thin line between political survival and failure, and Zehut is betting on self-confidence that history does not necessarily support. Together, however, the two could become a real electoral force.