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'Nothing frees you from bringing a living hostage back dead,' IDF intelligence officer says
A senior reserve IDF intelligence officer who spent 11 years with the Goldin and Shaul families breaks his silence on missed chances, the hunt for October 7 hostages and why he believes every captive can be brought home
Eti Abramov | 03:59 | 12.05.25
מימין: הקברניט רס"ן פ' הטייס, אלון הינדי, הרופא רס"מ ד"ר נ', אייל כהן, המכונאי המוטס רס"ן ח' ודביר דנגור
‘The 20 most important minutes of our lives’: inside the elite 669 unit’s rescue mission in Gaza
After a devastating explosion in Khan Younis, IDF medics and 669 launched a daring rescue under fire, racing against time to evacuate critically wounded soldiers; this is the inside account of a 12-minute mission that meant the difference between life and death
Yoav Keren | 14:11 | 12.03.25
חיה מושייב
'At the age of ten, they smeared pigeon blood on my head': Chaya Moshayev shares life with alopecia
Chaya Moshayev has lived with alopecia since infancy, losing her hair and prompting her family to search for answers; she recently created a short animated film about the ordeal, saying her parents 'went from doctors to rabbis to charlatans, investing time and money beyond belief'
Galit Hareli | 23:19 | 11.30.25
מזכ"ל חיזבאללה נעים קאסם
After Nasrallah, Naim Qassem inherits Hezbollah’s ruins and Iran’s expectations
A year after Naim Qassem, long seen as a sleepy deputy, unexpectedly became Hezbollah chief, he is rebuilding the terror group’s military power, tightening ties with Iran, and brushing aside Lebanon’s president and prime minister as disarmament falters
Smadar Perry | 05:25 | 11.29.25
סברין חוג'יראת. "נשים ערביות רווקות כמעט לא מסכימות לדבר על מיניות, בטח לא להיחשף. זה נחשב טאבו מוחלט"
‘Single Arab women rarely talk about sex, it is a taboo’
Sabrine Hujeirat, a public policy Ph.D. candidate, interviewed 10 unmarried Arab women about sexuality, a near-total taboo in their communities, and found three survival strategies that can turn silence into power
Maya Benita | 03:21 | 11.29.25
מערכת "אור איתן" (במציאות הקרן אינה נראית, וצבועה לצורך המחשה בלבד)
Iron Beam laser system is about to rewrite air defense, crushing drones and rockets for pennies
Within weeks, Israel will field its first operational high-powered laser batteries, adding a cheap, rapid answer to drones, UAVs and rockets; developed in deep secrecy at Rafael, Iron Beam promises to transform air defense and slash interception costs
Tal Shahaf | 18:38 | 11.28.25
Aija Mayrock’
Building bridges through social media: Aija Mayrock’s mission of coexistence
Jewish influencer with 760,000 followers documents interfaith harmony in Israel; her Muslim boyfriend, Nuseir Yassin of Nas Daily, is a leading advocate for the Jewish state; the content creator defies antisemitism to highlight Israel’s diversity
Sharon Kidon | 18:17 | 11.28.25
מטוס קרב F-35 של בלגיה בתרגיל באוקטובר 2025
The Israeli game-changing upgrades that made the F-35 world's most sought after fighter jet
As Saudi Arabia moves closer to acquiring the F-35, Israel’s advanced upgrades to the jet—boosting range, survivability and mission performance—are drawing renewed attention from US officials and shaping expectations for the future Saudi fleet
ynet | 19:43 | 11.27.25
אליזבת הארלי
Bikini era at 60: Celebrities redefine aging and beauty expectations
Demi Moore, Elizabeth Hurley, Brooke Shields, Kathy Griffin and 70-year-old Kris Jenner pose in bikinis and look at their peak; the trend impresses and unsettles, raising the question — is being hot at 60 empowerment or nonstop aesthetic pressure?
Noa Hershkowitz | 13:13 | 11.25.25
ליידי אמיליה ספנסר וליידי אלייזה ספנסר
Qatar’s fashion power play draws Tyra Banks, Gisele and Anna Wintour to Doha
Two major fashion events in Doha pulled in supermodels, designers, British aristocracy and Vogue’s top editor. For Qatar, the glitter signals a push to brand itself as a luxury hub, even as rights abuses and terror funding cast a shadow
Itay Yaakov | 05:05 | 11.25.25
אלי חליפה
'You think you’ve reached the bottom, and then it goes deeper': The ghostwriter of Israel’s hostage stories speaks
Eli Halifa, the ghostwriter behind harrowing testimonies of October 7 heroes and returned hostages, describes the burden of holding others’ pain as he pieces together lives marked by courage, loss and survival — and the moment the stories broke him too
Smadar Shiloni | 21:26 | 11.24.25
Shmuel and Eitan Mor in the returnees' department
'Two years without air': Eitan Mor’s grandfather kept volunteering while his grandson was held in Gaza
For over two years, Shmuel Mor passed the reunification ward at Schneider Children’s Hospital, volunteering nearby while his grandson Eitan was held hostage: 'Each time I told myself — one day he’ll return. And now, it’s come true'
Ofir Hauzman | 09:39 | 11.22.25
'A haven for wounded vets': The first rehabilitation farm in Samaria
'Take care of yourself, and take care of my team,' those were the last words of Capt. Elad Siman-Tov, killed in Lebanon a year ago; this has become his family's life mission, dedicating a therapeutic farm in his memory; 'It’s Elad’s will,' his brother says
Alexandra Lukash | 06:53 | 11.22.25
חניכי תוכנית ארז במתקן אדם
IDF’s Erez Program: a leadership forge where fallen heroes shape future commanders
You could call it Israel’s 'West Point.' The Erez Program identifies teenagers with leadership potential, places them in a capsule of military and academic training, and transforms them into platoon commanders in three and a half years. How? Classes in uniform at Tel Aviv University, a track through the Commando Brigade, field training during semester breaks, and even operational deployment in active combat zones
Yoav Keren | 21:43 | 11.21.25
שי ג'ינפינג נשיא סין שיגור טיל ביג צריבה מיוחד
Even 10,000 missiles won’t be enough: China’s sprint toward Taiwan invasion
The Cold War in the Indo-Pacific is heating up: China is arming itself 'at the fastest pace since World War II,' boasting of a ballistic missile that 'can reach any point on Earth,' bringing its nuclear arsenal out of the shadows, and closing the gap with the US Navy by launching a third aircraft carrier; President Xi is purging 'corrupt' generals in a sweeping shakeup of the army but demands readiness to conquer Taiwan by 2027 — warning the West: 'Choose — war or peace,' as Trump refuses to promise help to the island: 'It’s a secret, but Xi knows what will happen'
Elyasaf Kosman | 20:39 | 11.21.25
זוהרה טרייסטמן
She had only ever slept with one man, but she’ll teach you what men want in bed
Born into a strict ultra-Orthodox family in Jerusalem, Zohara Treistman never sat beside a strange man until she was 24. Today she’s a certified sex and couples therapist who speaks openly about male sexuality, early ejaculation, and the emotional shadows of desire
Or Sofer | 17:45 | 11.21.25
פאוצ'רים
Miniature pinschers and the dog that bit Nasrallah’s son: inside IDF’s secretive dog-handling unit
A new book by two Oketz veterans uncovers the untold history of the IDF’s elite dog-handling unit, from the experiment with miniature pinschers to the dog that bit Nasrallah’s son, and the deep bond between fighters and their dogs
Ilana Curiel | 17:17 | 11.21.25
The millionaire who lost everything to gambling - and became a daring police undercover agent
'El Chapo' was once a successful businessman, but gambling ruined his life — pushing him into drug dealing to repay debts; later, he fled north, fearing for his life, but the war brought him back, where opportunity struck: police recruited him, and he quickly became one of their most effective informants; deals in hotels, a close call with a trap, and a deep bond with his handler known as A — this is how they took down dozens of drug and weapons dealers
Meir Turgeman | 05:20 | 11.20.25
ירדן ביבס באתר ההנצחה
Yarden Bibas: 'I guess I still don’t fully understand how big the Bibas story has become'
In Kibbutz Tze'elim, a powerful new memorial preserves the footprints of Shiri, Ariel and baby Kfir Bibas—murdered in Hamas captivity—as Yarden and Eli Bibas rebuild their lives; 'Sadly, we’ve become a symbol'
Matan Tzuri | 10:23 | 11.15.25
מורן סטויצקי
'My father tried to kill himself many times, and we saved him': Bar Refaeli’s makeup artist opens up
Moran Staviski, Bar Refaeli’s longtime makeup artist, opens up about her father’s suicide, escaping a toxic relationship, and rebuilding her life as a beauty influencer, coach, and actress. Her journey blends healing, resilience, and reinvention
Orit Merlin-Rosenzweig | 05:53 | 11.15.25
נעלי חשפנות
'My father ran a strip club, and when I became a stripper, I learned the truth'
She grew up in what seemed like a normal family, with a lawyer father who owned a strip club. When she immigrated to Israel from Russia, she followed in his footsteps until it shattered both of them. Now she helps other women rebuild their lives and reclaim their worth
Galit Hareli | 14:13 | 11.11.25
Ulrich Schnaft
The Schnaft affair: how a Nazi SS soldier became an IDF officer
Ulrich Schnaft’s life defied belief — from Waffen-SS fighter to Jewish refugee, Israeli officer and finally an agent for Egypt; his story remains one of Israel’s most extraordinary Cold War espionage cases
Liran Friedmann | 09:28 | 11.11.25
דנה שמח. "בסוף השלטון ייפול שם, וככל שנכיר יותר את העם האיראני כעת, זה יהיה כר ליחסים נפלאים בעתיד".
Iranian roots inspire Israeli film festival: ‘After Natanz strike, Israelis should get to know the Iranians’
Dana Sameah, spokesperson for the Bnei Shimon Regional Council and daughter of Iranian immigrants, founded Israel’s first Iranian Film Festival in Sderot, hoping to bridge cultures and show a different side of Iran beyond its regime
Galit Hareli | 18:08 | 11.09.25
חן חלפון
'You’re 40 but look 50': The tough love behind Israel’s modern matchmaking scene
A candid discussion with three matchmakers from across Israeli society reveals the unfiltered challenges of guiding singles with rigid expectations and low self-awareness toward meaningful relationships
Sivan Kanety Avitan | 16:44 | 11.08.25
Two years after October 7, Nova Festival survivors face a mental health emergency
With the war over, Nova survivors say they never truly left October 7; Clinicians report a surge in pleas for help, and a landmark study finds 55% meet severe PTSD criteria as psychedelics’ early protection fades; Experts warn this is the riskiest stage yet
Dror Feuer | 07:23 | 11.08.25
אימונים של סיירת רימון
Inside the secret IDF desert commando unit that could have changed October 7
Five years before October 7, the IDF disbanded Sayeret Rimon, a special Gaza-focused commando known for its desert warfare skills. Its veterans, including freed hostage Avinatan Or, say: 'We could have stopped it'
Gal Ganot | 17:24 | 11.07.25
צילומי עירום בטבע
'True freedom': the Israelis embracing nature nude photography
Some Israelis are taking their connection to nature a step further—by posing nude outdoors; for couples and individuals photographed by artist Noy Mustik, it’s a spiritual, healing experience
Assaf Kamar | 12:40 | 11.07.25
החייזר כפי שציירה אותו ציפורת
Israel's UFO hotspot: town draws believers chasing alien encounters
Landing circles, a three-meter-tall alien in a beekeeper’s hat, and glowing red-orange orbs: for decades, the quiet town of Kadima has drawn UFO enthusiasts chasing unexplained aerial phenomena
Assaf Kamar | 12:24 | 11.07.25
משתתפי המסע בתשליך לנהר
Wounded IDF soldiers seek healing on a journey from the front lines to the Danube
On a voyage through Budapest and Vienna, injured IDF veterans cast their pain into the Danube in a Tashlich ritual and retrace Herzl’s footsteps—confronting trauma, loss, faith and the meaning of Zionism in a time of war
Lior Ben Ami | 11:16 | 11.04.25
Her son fell on Oct. 7 – five months later, she delivered Haniyeh’s niece: 'My moment of truth'
Staff Sgt. (res.) Itay Nachmias, who grew up in Moshav Yesha with a passion for engines and off-road racing, was killed in battle on October 7; now his parents are fulfilling his dream with an Israeli team competing in the King of the Hammers desert race
Alexandra Lukash | 19:39 | 11.02.25
שורד השבי שגב כלפון ששוחר בעסקה משבי החמאס לאחר 738 ימים
'We ate rice with worms. I planned to escape, but my friends stopped me': the captivity of Segev Kalfon
In his first extensive interview since being freed from Hamas captivity, Segev Kalfon recounts the Nova music festival, the abduction, the houses, tunnels of abuse, and the moment he finally left Gaza: 'I told myself: who can stop me now?'
Hagar Kochavi | 17:41 | 11.01.25
יהונתן בטש
Real-life 'The White Lotus': Meet the Israeli behind luxury vacations for the ultra-rich
Jonathan Betesh, 40, manages money, assets and bespoke vacations for London’s and Israel’s ultra-wealthy — offering everything from tailored itineraries to 24/7 medical access; for him, luxury travel is a lifestyle, not a frequency
Yael Walzer | 14:55 | 11.01.25
Nova survivors
'Who would want to date a ‘Nova survivor’?': Three women on trauma, love and learning to trust again
Months after surviving the Nova music festival massacre, three young women share their search for love amid trauma, the moment they choose to reveal their past, and what happens when a panic attack strikes on a first date
Galit Hareli | 16:24 | 10.31.25
לוחמי יחידת אבטחה טקטית בחוף זיקים
Baywatch, Zikim edition: The elite IDF unit guarding a beach once scarred by Oct. 7 massacre
Months after Hamas terrorists stormed Zikim Beach on Oct. 7, a new elite IDF tactical unit now patrols the shore, training for sea and air infiltrations to ensure visitors can safely enjoy Israel’s southern coast
Matan Tzuri | 09:02 | 10.30.25
אליענה זקס בהפקת אופנה לפקטורי 54
‘Half my family was wiped out’: Model Eliana Sachs rebuilds life after losing mother, brother to Iranian missile
On the morning of the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Eliana Sachs lost her mother and brother when a missile struck their home in Be'er Sheva; amid ongoing grief, she is trying to fulfill their dreams and to rebuild herself
Itay Yaacov | 03:52 | 10.27.25
לוחמים שייטת 13 קרב על מוצב סופה עוטף עזה
Battle at Sufa Outpost: how a single tank held back hundreds of Hamas terrorists on October 7
The battle at Outpost Sufa and the nearby Dangour Monument was among the fiercest of Oct. 7; fourteen Israeli soldiers were killed and about 50 wounded, but their stand stopped Hamas terrorists from overrunning nearby southern communities
Ron Crissy | 20:32 | 10.25.25
הקיר של החמ"ל בנחל עוז בסרטון התצפיתניות שנחטפו
Inside battle for Nahal Oz, IDF base that became symbol of October 7 disaster
On October 7, Hamas terrorists stormed the Nahal Oz base near the Gaza border; 53 IDF soldiers were killed and 10 abducted in one of the war’s most brutal battles, turning the base into a lasting symbol of the failures of that day
Ron Crissy | 20:24 | 10.25.25
שני חוזה
Terrorists stormed the base, and IDF lookout realized: 'I’m going to die'
IDF lookout Sgt. First Class (res.) Shani Chozeh recounts 24 hours of survival as Hamas terrorists overran Gaza border bases and communities on October 7
Gal Ganot | 11:04 | 10.25.25
חתונה יהודית
‘I married my first boyfriend’: Women share how they’ve stayed together for decades
Amid rising divorce rates, three Israeli women who married their first boyfriends share how they’ve stayed together for decades — through military service, illness, and life’s changes — proving lasting love is still possible
Nirit Tzuk | 07:56 | 10.25.25
קטי גבעוני וגל משגב
‘Everyone knew I’d worked in prostitution, and I wondered if I’d ever find love’
A year and a half ago, Kati  Giv’oni revealed on national TV the six years during which she engaged in prostitution. Now she is presenting her fiancé; In a joint interview, they explain why their second date lasted three days (without sex), disclose which crises led them to couples therapy, and outline their future goals of 'marriage and children'
Galit Hareli | 20:10 | 10.24.25
ד"ר איתן נאמן נפל בתחילת המלחמה, גופתו הובאה למחנה שורה
Israeli doctor killed fighting Hamas found clutching live grenade when body recovered
Dr. Eitan Ne’eman, a senior pediatrician from Soroka Medical Center, was killed fighting Hamas two days after Oct. 7; Only now has his widow learned he died holding a live grenade he tried to throw back at terrorists
Yair Kraus | 01:34 | 10.22.25
תוכנית "מסע אל האופק"
From north to south: The generation rebuilding Israel
Two years of war and instability have shaken the country, but amid the turmoil, a new generation is emerging — one choosing to build something different. Three young Israelis from frontline communities — Rotem Bar Noy from Kiryat Shmona, Christopher Peck from Sderot and Aviv Musai from Mabu’im — reflect on the past two years, the support they received in their transition to civilian life from the Journey to the Horizon nonprofit, and what they believe must happen for a better future in Israel
Nitzan Pincu | 09:48 | 10.21.25
Sahar TV
Winning propaganda war with patience: inside Sahar TV’s online battle for Israel and Jewish people
Israeli content creator Sahar TV says patience—not anger—is his weapon; through calm, empathetic conversations online, he’s helped change global perceptions of Israel and Jewish identity, one discussion at a time
Alexandra Lukash | 10:27 | 10.19.25
What not to say to IDF reservists’ wives: Israeli woman reveals the words that hurt—and what helps
Noga Hila Mutne, whose husband has served in reserves for two years, says families haven’t 'gotten used to it'; She calls on Israelis to replace clichés with empathy and understand the daily strain of those left behind
Roni Langerman Ziv | 11:47 | 10.18.25
אדריאנה לימה בתצוגת האופנה של ויקטוריה'ס סיקרט
Feathers, sparkle and stars: Victoria’s Secret 2025 show features top models and fresh faces
Supermodels Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, Irina Shayk, the Hadid sisters and Ashley Graham joined newcomers like Israeli model Daniella Halfon as Victoria’s Secret revived its runway with bold, bedroom-inspired looks 
ynet | 04:27 | 10.17.25
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From joy to reality: Social workers describe the real challenge facing families of freed hostages
Social workers who supported hostage families for two years say the real journey begins now: 'Returnees must get to know their families again, and families must get to know them — like a child learning to walk'
Shira Kadri-Ovadia | 04:17 | 10.17.25
יואב תורג'מן, מנכ"ל רפאל
Israel’s Iron Beam laser aims to change the rules of the battlefield, says Rafael CEO
Despite global boycotts and political backlash, Rafael CEO Yoav Turgeman says Israel’s defense industry is thriving with record profits, a massive order backlog and breakthrough laser technology that could transform future warfare.
Navit Zomer | 16:15 | 10.11.25
דור אלמוג, הלוחם היחיד ששרד את אסון קריסת המבנים שבו נהרגו 21 חיילים
'Why was I the only one left?': IDF’s sole survivors tell their stories
Dor was the only one pulled alive from the Gaza building collapse that killed 21 soldiers; Natai lost all his comrades at Zikim when the sniper 'fired one bullet'; Nataniel’s tank hit an explosive: 'They thought I was dead'
Eti Abramov | 12:29 | 10.11.25
זאב אבני מרגל ראשון ישראל משפחה בית בן
The Soviet spy who infiltrated Mossad and founded IDF's mental health program
Ze’ev Avni, born Wolf Goldstein, was a Soviet spy who secretly infiltrated Israel’s Mossad in the 1950s; After years in prison, he renounced communism, became a psychologist, and helped establish the IDF’s mental health system
Liran Friedmann | 11:46 | 10.11.25
'I want to jump for joy, but we're dealing with Hamas and Bibi': Gaza border communities welcome ceasefire with caution and grief
As a ceasefire takes hold after two years of war, residents of Israel’s Gaza border region welcome the quiet but remain haunted by the Hamas attack, the missing hostages and fears that peace with Gaza may not last
Oded Shalom | 09:20 | 10.11.25
Doug Reed, Bishop Robert Stearns, and Micheal Omoniyi
‘Silence is evil’: An inside look at the pastors fighting to restore Christian support for Israel
UK Pastor Micheal Omoniyi says fear and politics keep clergy from supporting Israel, as Bishop Robert Stearns warns evangelicals risk losing future generations’ backing for the Jewish state without urgent action
Maayan Hoffman | 23:46 | 10.10.25
נוגה וייס
Freed hostage Noga Weiss enlists in IDF as welfare NCO: 'Helping others helps me'
Abducted to Gaza with her mother and freed after 50 days, Noga Weiss later learned her father Ilan was murdered on October 7; Now 20, she serves as an IDF welfare NCO, channeling her pain into helping others heal
Dina Halutz | 17:16 | 10.07.25
מתקפת ה 7 באוקטובר
Through the lens: the photographer who captured the October 7 invasion, and barely escaped
Ronen Avisror, a photographer from Netiv HaAsara, was among the first to capture the Hamas attack on October 7; His camera documented the moment paragliders crossed into Israel — images that became symbols of the day that changed his life forever
Diana Bahur-Nir | 14:37 | 10.07.25
כולם יחד
Yellow buses, black day: the bus drivers who faced Hamas on October 7
On October 7, bus drivers in Eshkol Regional Council turned from chauffeurs to lifesaving heroes; as Hamas terrorists attacked, they entered towns under fire to evacuate residents, later transporting survivors to funerals and helping restore hope
Nitzan Cohen, Eyal Landsman | 14:22 | 10.07.25
קרין ורניקוב ז"ל ספיר בילמס ז"ל
Karin and Sapir’s final moments: the horror at Kibbutz Alumim on October 7
Karin Vernikov and Sapir Bilmes, two young Israeli women, were executed by Hamas terrorists near Kibbutz Alumim after fleeing the Nova festival on October 7; their final moments, captured on video, reveal the brutal reality of that dark day
Hanoch Daum | 14:17 | 10.07.25
שמואל גורודיש , שייקה גביש
'He wanted to get hit': Did the Yom Kippur war drive Moshe Dayan to the brink of suicide?
During the Yom Kippur War, Israel’s most iconic soldier confronted not only Egypt and Syria, but his own sense of failure — a collapse so deep that some believed he no longer wanted to live
Liran Friedmann | 12:15 | 10.07.25
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From grief to new beginnings: Two war widows find love and life after loss
After losing their husbands in Gaza war, Rachel Goldberg and Odeya Atiya-Fenigstein found love again with their late husbands’ close friends; in an open conversation, they speak about grief, resilience and choosing life after loss
Shmuel Munitz | 11:34 | 10.07.25
סא"ל (במיל') תבור (מימין) ורס"ן (במיל') בועז
'Every move determined who lived or died': Combat helicopter pilots recount October 7 mission
On Oct. 7, Lt. Col. (res.) Tavor rushed south, among the first Apache pilots to block Hamas terrorists near division HQ; at a southern base, Maj. (res.) Boaz launched helicopters into chaos before flying in himself; a new book recounts their harrowing decisions
Etti Abramov | 07:27 | 10.07.25
טנק של גדוד 53 מגיע לקרב במשטרת שדרות
'Spit out the fear, fight like animals': Inside the Oct. 7 battles of IDF 188th Brigade
On Oct. 7, Lt. Col. Salman Habaka fired a shell in Be’eri, declaring 'The tanks are here'; in Sderot, Lt. Col. Tomer Greenberg found 3 tanks 'like water in the desert'; this is how the brigade’s tank crews fought through chaos that day
Ron Crissy | 07:19 | 10.07.25
דבורה אברהם ז"ל
Policewoman’s letter turned into chilling prophecy on October 7: 'Saved hundreds, they shot her first'
Dvorah 'Debbie' Abraham always dreamed of being a cop, but her family only realized how deeply when they found a letter she once sent to the public security minister; on Oct. 7, working at the Nova festival, she saved hundreds before falling in battle
Ilana Curiel | 06:05 | 10.07.25
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