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Extreme Heat Prompts Israel to Cancel Summer Camps for Rest of Week
Israel cancels all summer camps and outdoor activities as extreme heatwave continues. Education Ministry orders the shutdown through Saturday night.
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Captain Eitan Shmuel Lemberg Killed in Lebanon
Captain Eitan Shmuel Lemberg, 21, from Mishmar HaShiv'a, an IDF armored corps officer, was killed in combat in southern Lebanon.
Netanyahu Appoints Brigadier General Guy Marchisano His New Military Secretary
Prime Minister Netanyahu has appointed Brigadier General Guy Marchisano as his new Military Secretary, who will be promoted to Major General.
Man Suspected of Smuggling Millions Worth of E Cigarettes
Jerusalem authorities are investigating Oren Suissa and Amir Bar for smuggling tens of thousands of e-cigarettes and allegedly evading 18 million shekels in.
Dozens of Arrests Made in Past Week in Continuing Crackdown on Crime in Arab Communities
Operation Iron Network saw dozens of arrests and hundreds of enforcement actions, including checkpoints and camera removals, targeting crime in Arab.
Finance Minister Establishes Task Force on Response to Strong Shekels Effect on High Tech Industry
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has established a task force to address the impact of a strong shekel on Israel's high-tech sector.
Average Israeli Salary $5,500
Israel's average monthly salary reached 15,921 Shekels ($5,500) in March 2026, an 8.8% rise from 2025, reports the Central Bureau of Statistics.
Israel to Establish Its First Embassy in Slovenia
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced plans to open the nation's first embassy in Ljubljana, Slovenia, following the election of Janez Janša.
Shortly ago, a report was received regarding an explosion in the Neve Paz neighborhood of Haifa. No damage was caused, and no casualties were reported.
Haifa explosion in Neve Paz neighborhood causes no damage or casualties; investigation underway into criminal background.
Israel Sees 50% Drop in Tourist Arrivals in May
Tourist arrivals in Israel dropped by nearly 50% in May 2026, with 64,400 visitors, largely due to airport closures during the war with Iran.
Four Senior Members of Hamas General Security Apparatus Eliminated
Israel eliminates four senior Hamas General Security Apparatus members in Gaza, including Deputy Head Hassan Rabah Hassan Labad, disrupting rebuilding efforts.
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