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- IDF chief says military needs ‘every male and female combat soldier’IDF Chief of Staff calls for all male and female combat soldiers as religious rabbis threaten to stop sending students to tank units over women's integration, while Netanyahu faces mixed reactions at an IDF ceremony and reaffirms military presence in Lebanon and stance against Iran.
- Teenage boy shot dead, second injured, in Jaffa shootingA 17-year-old boy was shot dead and a second teenager injured in a Jaffa shooting, with police investigating as a criminal dispute.
- Vance: US-Iran deconfliction cell has IRGC, CENTCOM reps ‘hanging out’ in DohaUS Vice President JD Vance disclosed that a US-Iran deconfliction channel involves IRGC and CENTCOM representatives in Doha, with agreements on Strait of Hormuz access and a Lebanon ceasefire, amid Gulf states' demands to address Iran's regional threats.
- Judicial Selection Committee to convene on Sunday for first time in a year and a halfThe Judicial Selection Committee will meet for the first time in 18 months to address judicial appointments, following Justice Minister Yariv Levin's refusal to convene the panel since January 2025. The committee will consider appointments for magistrates' and traffic courts, while 51 vacancies are expected to increase to 67 by year's end. The High Court has ordered the appointment of judges for Haifa and Beersheba courts, and a new judicial appointments law may be struck down by the court.
- Herzog’s helicopter makes emergency landing after hitting birdsIsraeli President Herzog's helicopter made an emergency landing after hitting birds, but no injuries or damage were reported. He switched to another helicopter to continue his trip. The affected helicopter is being maintained for return to service.
- Europe continues to bake under heat wave that has killed dozens, disrupted powerEurope faces a deadly heatwave in June, breaking temperature records and causing widespread disruptions, including power issues and health crises.
- Chair of Britain’s largest arts center to step down amid antisemitism scrutinyThe chair of the UK's Southbank Centre will step down in 2026 following controversy over antisemitism allegations and social media activity related to Israel. Over 64 MPs requested an investigation into his behavior, and the arts center is conducting an internal review. Harriman faced scrutiny over comments comparing political groups to historical events and referencing Israel as an 'occupying power'.
- Smotrich vows long-sought assistance plan for Israeli tech harmed by strong shekelIsraeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced plans for assistance measures to support tech firms affected by the strong shekel, which has increased operational costs and threatened growth. The government aims to provide bridging grants and incentives to prevent relocation of tech companies.
- Hormuz traffic rebound returns oil to prewar rates, as US reassures wary Gulf alliesOil prices returned to prewar levels as Hormuz traffic normalized, with the US reassuring Gulf allies and Iran maintaining control over shipping routes.
- Court rules Netanyahu aide can return to work despite indictment over leaked documentsA court ruled that Jonatan Urich, a close aide to Israeli PM Netanyahu, can return to work despite being indicted for leaking classified documents, as the risk of obstruction of justice has diminished over two years.
- State attorney warns against ‘deliberate erosion’ of public trust in law enforcementState Attorney Amit Aisman warned against attempts to undermine public trust in law enforcement, citing threats to the rule of law in Israel. He criticized politicians for attacking the State Attorney’s Office and police, and highlighted concerns over a new law that could politicize police investigations.
- Israel making ‘immediate preparations’ to send aid team to quake-stricken VenezuelaIsrael is making 'immediate preparations' to send an aid team to earthquake-stricken Venezuela, with Israeli nonprofits mobilizing to provide emergency assistance. The Foreign Ministry is assessing possible aid avenues despite no diplomatic ties with Venezuela.
- Progressive senator breaks with Democratic leadership to back far-left Michigan candidateMaryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen endorsed progressive Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, challenging party leadership and reflecting internal Democratic divisions over the party's direction.
- Potential Gantz-Hendel-Simhi alliance faces hurdles despite merger reportsA potential political alliance between Benny Gantz's Blue and White, Yoaz Hendel's Reservists, and Dedy Simhi faces unresolved issues despite ongoing talks.
- Israeli, Lebanese officials deny US claim that IDF withdrew from parts of LebanonIsraeli and Lebanese officials denied US claims that IDF withdrew from parts of southern Lebanon, with both sides disputing the extent of troop movements and the US's role in ceasefire negotiations.