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The 11th Million

France's crisis is a historic opportunity, but Israel is missing it

October 23, 2026

After the elections, Israel's new government must launch a focused, six-month national campaign to encourage aliyah from France. No more one-off immigration fairs, but an extraordinary mobilization of resources, with clear targets and deadlines.

Fear of collapse could push Iran toward a nuclear bomb

Explainer

How Iran's strategy has shifted from nuclear denial to bomb threats

Danny Citrinowicz

Magazine

Netanyahu's remark hints at when he might step down

Amit Segal

Guest Column

Now is the time to strengthen Jewish-Zionist identity

Doron Almog

The Intifada in France is a warning to America

by Meir Ben Shabbat

October 23, 2026

Senate fails to block arms deal, but Democratic support for Israel is eroding

Israel Hayom Summit

From Washington to New York: Top US officials to attend Israel Hayom Summit

by ILH Staff

October 23, 2026

Europe

Israel's biggest 'enemy' in Europe faces political fight of his life

by Nissan Shtrauchler

October 22, 2026

Iran War

Mediators push for diplomatic breakthrough to avert US strikes on Iran

by Erez Linn

October 22, 2026

Gaza teacher says administrator threatened to cut out her tongue over antisemitic lessons

AFP

Gaza War

Gaza teacher says administrator threatened to cut out her tongue over antisemitic lessons

by Batsheva Shulman

October 22, 2026

Middle East

Israel, Egypt, Greece furious as US refuses to stand up to Erdogan

by Dudi Kogan

October 22, 2026

Lihie Gilhar

Remembering Oct. 7

'Memory is an act of love'

by Batsheva Shulman

October 22, 2026

Explainer

How Iran's strategy has shifted from nuclear denial to bomb threats

For years, Tehran invoked a religious decree banning nuclear weapons even as it pursued a clandestine program to develop them. Now, following the war and the elimination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, calls for Iran to acquire a nuclear bomb are growing, and even withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty is no longer taboo.

October 23, 2026

Magazine

Netanyahu's remark hints at when he might step down

The prime minister's comment this week that should have made everyone sit up and take notice. The most consequential strategic decision of Israel's 2026 elections. And why the election that really matters for Israel's future may take place in another country, thousands of miles away.

October 23, 2026

Explainer

Israel faces a political tsunami in Washington

Jewish settler violence is further damaging Israel's standing in American public opinion. If Democrats take control of Congress on November 3, the consequences could extend to annual US military aid and arms sales. With support for Israel also eroding among Republicans, maintaining the status quo could backfire on Jerusalem if a Democrat wins the presidency in 2028.

October 19, 2026

Report: Israel abducted former officer linked to Ron Arad

Magazine

Ron Arad marks 40 years in captivity, but fresh clues emerge

The technical malfunction that led to his capture by the Amal movement, the signs of life that ceased, the missed opportunity, and the development revealed just months ago: How one of the most painful affairs in Israeli history unfolded.

October 17, 2026

Magazine

Inside Israel's secret intelligence gold mine

It's called "liaison intelligence": Sharing information with foreign intelligence agencies, sometimes even those of hostile countries, to expand intelligence-gathering capabilities or establish and strengthen diplomatic ties. Since Oct. 7, Israeli intelligence has dramatically stepped up its efforts in this field, providing sensitive assistance to Middle Eastern countries, warnings that foiled terrorist attacks in Europe and tips that prevented assassinations.

October 17, 2026

Magazine

Even before the elections? Growing signs of an impending strike on Iran

Iran does not want to escalate tensions ahead of Israel's elections, and Trump does not want an escalation ahead of the US midterms. Yet one thing is clear: Something dramatic is unfolding between Washington and Jerusalem.

October 17, 2026

Magazine

'A radical left-wing government in Berlin would threaten Jewish life'

Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner warns against the radical Left taking power, accuses Die Linke of fostering antisemitism and lashes out at the woman who could succeed him. His warnings come amid his party's election defeat, a tennis scandal that led him to step aside and growing fears among the city's Jews. In an interview with Israel Hayom marking the opening of an exhibition commemorating the victims of October 7, he vows to continue fighting antisemitism even after leaving office.

October 20, 2026

Magazine

'European Jews want a connection to Israel – but certainly not most of them'

In an exclusive interview with Israel Hayom, CEO of the Conference of European Rabbis Foundation says EU offers close relationship but no real change, as Muslim Brotherhood financing goes uninvestigated and Jews abroad are blamed for Israeli government policy.

October 15, 2026

Explainer

Is the 'mother of all bombs' suited for use against Iran?

CNN reports that Washington is considering using its most powerful conventional bomb, MOAB, against Iran. However, the depth of Tehran's underground facilities and its advanced air defense network could make deploying the massive weapon difficult.

October 15, 2026

Magazine

The man who woke Netanyahu at 6:29 a.m. breaks 3 years of silence: 'A pattern of criminal behavior'

Falsification of October 7 transcripts, attempts to portray Netanyahu as the only official who functioned and promote claims of betrayal, warnings ignored before the massacre, and an Egyptian visit that "is still being concealed". Maj. Gen. (res.) Avi Gil, Netanyahu's former military secretary, speaks out.

October 10, 2026