Brave, quick response by young commander, who returned to burning tank to save comrade, despite suffering massive burns himself, prevented IDF training accident from ending in death

Overcoming political obstacles, Israel, Jordan, Palestinian Authority sign what Energy Minister Silvan Shalom called 'historic agreement' securing additional 100 million metric cubes of water supplies for residents of Israel, West Bank, Jordan

Newly-constructed detention center not designated for families, set to hold 3,300 asylum seekers. Nonetheless, facility causes dissent among advisors. AG to determine course of action

Ashkenazi chief rabbi calls Bennett, Livni move to merge chief rabbi position into one 'unjustified,' claims move will hurt Rabbinate's ability to offer religious services

New report reveals Jerusalem capital of sex offenders, Tel Aviv has highest rate of physical abuse. Meanwhile, Arab sector leads in minor neglect, but Bedouins have fewest reported cases

Military court demotes lieutenant-colonel convicted of sexually assaulting three female subordinates, sentences him to 40 days of community service. Officer to leave army but set to enjoy veterans' pension, benefits

Secretary of State John Kerry to meet with PM Netanyahu, Palestinian President Abbas in closed door talks to discuss West Bank security plan

Capital painted white as snow falls in early morning hours. Schools closed, Light Rail still active