US president denies reports that Dan Caine said striking Iran could cause US to lose forces, weapons stocks; Netanyahu holds security meeting, hospitals prep for conflict

Israeli tech entrepreneur spearheading project to set up a US dollar-pegged cryptocurrency for use in the enclave, where shekels have become scarce, FT reports

Smotrich order lifting VAT on purchases of up to $150 from abroad was praised by consumers, decried by small businesses; finance minister lashes out at critics, vows to try again

'From the river to the sea, Palestine (…) was approximately 100 km. in 1946,' read the problem given to calculus students; school says it has been removed

Video aired by Channel 13 shows terror group's military brass, including its current leader, in 'war room,' planning assault by land and sea to secure release of security prisoners, saying Israel is 'confused'

Deal for purchase of CM‑302 missiles, with range of 180 miles, is nearing completion, though delivery date and quantity unclear; expert says they are 'very difficult to intercept'

Lawyer complains of insufficient response to Royal Commission's requests for evidence from government, agencies; victims unable to share their accounts due to ongoing legal proceedings

Report finds gaps in preparedness, lack of up-to-date plan, shirking of ministry responsibility for 210,000 evacuees; Defense Ministry says response was coordinated despite challenges