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Israel's Ambassador Danny Danon stated Hamas must be removed from Gaza and warned of action if threats from Lebanon and Syria persist. He expressed optimism about expanding ties with Arab nations and dismissed recent European moves for Palestinian state recognition.
TimesofIsraelAs Storm Byron bears down on Israel, authorities warn of unprecedented rainDecember 10, 2025
Storm Byron is battering Israel with heavy rain and strong winds, prompting widespread warnings and emergency preparations. Authorities are searching for five missing people at sea, and flooding is expected in many regions. Residents are urged to take precautions as the storm continues.
Israel will require rooftop solar panels on all new houses and some large buildings from December 2025. The regulation aims to boost renewable energy production and offers financial incentives for homeowners. Exemptions apply to certain building types.
YNetIsrael loses hosting of 2027 U-19 Euros to Czech Republic over security concernsDecember 10, 2025
The 2027 Under-19 European Championship will be hosted by the Czech Republic instead of Israel due to security concerns. Israel's football association expressed understanding and hopes to host future tournaments.
YNetIDF warns against counting civil service toward recruitment goals as Haredi draft bilDecember 10, 2025
A senior military official warned lawmakers that civil service exemptions will not solve the military's need for more combat soldiers. The official stressed that increasing combat troop numbers is essential for operational readiness.
TimesofIsraelPlane bound for Israel from Cyprus diverted through Lebanese airspace amid stormy weatherDecember 10, 2025
A flight from Cyprus to Israel was rerouted through Lebanese airspace because of stormy weather. Passengers were reportedly unaware of the diversion, which was made for safety reasons.
Rabbi Binyamin Ze'ev Knepflmacher, a leading figure in the Breslov Hasidic community, has died at 74. He was known for his lengthy prayers and spiritual leadership. His funeral will be held today in Jerusalem.
A light aircraft made an emergency landing on a Florida highway, colliding with a car and injuring the driver. The plane's passengers were unharmed, and authorities are investigating the incident.
TimesofIsraelNetanyahu testimony paused as bereaved families enter courtroom, demand Oct. 7 state commission of inquiryDecember 10, 2025
Bereaved families interrupted Netanyahu's trial, demanding a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 attacks. The court allowed them to stay after initial attempts to remove them, highlighting ongoing public pressure for an independent investigation.
A new report claims foreign investment in Israel surged in early 2025, but the Ministry of Finance's own data shows a decline. The contradiction stems from different measurement methods and the impact of large, one-off deals.
Syrian detention camps holding families of former Islamic State fighters face worsening conditions and security risks as international support wanes. Many detainees remain stranded, with slow progress on repatriation and growing fears of radicalization among children. Responsibility for the camps is shifting to Syria's government, raising new concerns.
A rare 15th-century Jewish prayer book, looted from the Rothschild family by the Nazis, has been returned to the heirs and will be auctioned for up to $7 million. The illuminated manuscript had remained hidden in an Austrian library for decades before its recent rediscovery.







