More than a thousand leaders and influencers from the United States are touring the ancient Shiloh site in Binyamin, in the culmination of the largest outreach mission in Israel's history.

After extended negotiations with the Finance Ministry, the welfare tax slated to apply to police officers, prison guards, and firefighters will be canceled, budgets will be significantly expanded, and thousands of new positions will be opened.

<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated this morning at the Government meeting to approve the 2026 state budget: "It's good that we are going to vote on the budget and finish it before the Sabbath. I see the objective and positive approach of the ministers and of you, Minister of Finance, and we are on our way to bringing a budget - a budget that is good news for the State of Israel. This government, for all those who are concerned about the matter, will complete its term."</p>

Iran begins a wide naval exercise, issuing a stern warning to American vessels in the area. The drill’s purpose: demonstrating deterrence capabilities and sending a “dual message” to the region.

<p>An 18-year-old youth was moderately injured in a violent incident that occurred in Umm al-Fahm.</p><p>A Magen David Adom team provided him with medical treatment at the scene and evacuated him to HaEmek Hospital in Afula.</p>

<i>BBC</i> launches compulsory antisemitism training after Jewish staff accused the broadcaster of bias. The Board of Deputies welcomes the move, but critics demand accountability and warn trust remains at risk.

Trump shares link to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News’ report on Netanyahu’s pardon request to Herzog, after previously calling the trial a “political witch hunt” and urging Israel’s president to grant clemency to the Prime Minister.

<p>A 24-year-old man was seriously injured and another young man sustained light injuries when a vehicle overturned on Highway 98 in the northern Golan, near Buq’ata.</p><p>Magen David Adom teams evacuated them to Ziv Hospital in Tzfat.</p>