The IDF is advancing in southern Gaza, conducting airstrikes and encircling a neighborhood in Rafah to target weapons and terrorists.

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has registered a new political party, 'Bennett 2026,' signaling his bid to return to national politics and position himself as a national leader for the post-Netanyahu era. Bennett's move comes as the Israeli public seeks new faces and fresh voices following recent political turmoil. Polls show that a party led by Bennett would win the most seats in the Knesset, but caution is advised as his polling numbers have historically been higher than his actual election results. Bennett is betting that the public is open to political recalibration and is looking for a figure with security credentials, managerial competence, and nationalist bona fides. However, his success is not guaranteed, as he carries significant political baggage and will need to articulate a compelling vision and answer the question of why voters should choose him.

Archaeology professor faces backlash and calls for removal from Israeli Archaeology Conference after criticizing archaeological endeavors in the West Bank.

No official announcement of Elon Musk's xAI merging with X in a $45 billion all-stock deal. Musk acquired Twitter and founded xAI to advance AI capabilities.

The US has sent more F-35 fighter jets to the Middle East as it continues to strike Yemen's Houthi rebels, an Iran-backed terrorist group attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea.

Turkey condemns Israel's actions in Gaza, stating they violate international law and hinder the peace process.

Ariana DeBose apologizes for unintentionally criticizing West Side Story co-star Rachel Zegler after sharing a quote that seemingly blamed Zegler for the film's failure.

Aliyah Minister Ofir Sofer states that Haredim who make aliyah serve in the army, unlike Israeli ultra-Orthodox. The government is urged to find a solution to increase the number of soldiers, especially combat soldiers, as the ultra-Orthodox community refuses to relinquish military exemptions.

A survivor of an Israeli attack on Gaza ambulances disputes the Israeli military's account, stating that his colleagues were shot while responding to reports of gunfire and wounded people.

A study reveals that Egyptian state media is overwhelmingly anti-Israel and antisemitic, with 87% of opinion articles about Israel in leading news outlets speaking negatively about the Jewish state.

Rebel Otzma Yehudit MK Almog Cohen has accepted a deputy ministerial position in exchange for resigning as a lawmaker, allowing the return of another MK and preventing the resignation of the Finance Minister.

Israel has launched a major ground offensive in Rafah, targeting Hamas and expanding their campaign to dismantle the group.