Yisrael Frey, a far-left chareidi journalist whose inflammatory celebration of the deaths of five IDF soldiers sparked national outrage, was released to house arrest earlier today following a week of detention in a high-security prison. Frey, who had been held under the rare designation of a “security prisoner,” will remain confined to his home until at least Friday, according to police. Frey’s arrest followed a tweet in which he said, “The world is a better place” after five Israeli soldiers were killed by roadside bombs in Gaza. Four of the soldiers belonged to the Netzah Yehuda battalion, a unit composed largely of frum troops. “The world is a better place this morning,” Frey wrote, “without five young men who partook in one of the most brutal crimes against humanity.” He went on to say that “this is a call to every Israeli mother: Do not be the next to receive your son in a coffin as a war criminal. Refuse.” The tweet drew furious condemnation from across the political spectrum, with families of the fallen soldiers calling his remarks “inhuman” and “beyond the pale.” At the request of the prosecution, police sought to place Frey under full house arrest with unspecified “additional restrictions.” Details of those restrictions have not been made public. The decision to hold Frey in a security wing of the prison system was made by Israel Prison Service chief Kobi Yaakobi and received public backing from National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who has repeatedly pushed for harsher treatment of those accused of incitement during wartime. While critics argue that Frey’s arrest and detention signal a crackdown on free speech, supporters say his remarks crossed every line of decency — particularly at a time when the country is mourning its dead and IDF soldiers are risking their lives in Gaza. For now, Frey remains confined at home, under police surveillance and with his social media presence effectively silenced. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)
Maran HGR’ Meir Tzvi Bergman shlit”a, age 100, makes a rare public request: A chosson from a poor family has no means for a wedding—no hall, clothes, or food. “This dear bachur is a true yirei Shamayim with no help from his parents, who are losing their home,” Maran says. Kupat Ha’ir opened a fund. Maran begs:“Help them build a Torah home.” Bracha: All who give will merit true Jewish nachas from their children and grandchildren. Suggested donation: $500. To donate >>>
A video clip of Reb Eli Stefansky defending the $8 million Aron Kodesh in Yeshivas Ateres Shlomo has gone viral. He explains how the investment inspired kavod haTorah and brought major donors to support the yeshiva.
Sec Noem dispels Fake News over the federal government’s response to the devastating Texas flooding: “This criticism I think is all politics because I was there… and every time somebody asked for something, we said, ‘Absolutely. It will be here as soon as possible.'”
Israeli troops recently raided multiple former Syrian regime military sites near the peak of Mount Hermon, uncovering over three tons of weapons, including anti-tank mines, explosives, and rockets, according to the IDF. The operation, carried out by reservists from the 810th Mountain Regional Brigade, targeted key headquarters used by Assad regime commando forces.
TOM HOMAN: “If you’re in the country legally, you shouldn’t fear ICE — but what you should fear is the criminal aliens walking the communities in sanctuary cities.”
A second pro-Hamas protest flotilla departed for the Gaza Strip from Siracusa, Italy, on Sunday morning, a little over a month after a previous attempt to breach Israel’s naval blockade was peacefully intercepted by the Israeli Navy. French Member of the European Parliament Emma Fourreau and French MP Gabrielle Cathala are among those on board.
TOM HOMAN: These same Congressmen that are complaining about Alligator Alcatraz, you didn’t see them complaining about people being held in Border Patrol parking lots in the sweltering heat under the Biden Administration.
The IDF releases footage showing an airstrike on two terror operatives who it says fired RPGs at troops of the 7th Armored Brigade in the northern Gaza Strip in the past week.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was lightly injured during the Israel-Iran war last month, the Fars news agency, which is affiliated with Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), reported on Sunday. According to the report, Israeli strikes targeted a session of the Supreme National Security Council held in a building in western Tehran on June 16.
WATCH: Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)’s Dror 1 communications satellite was successfully launched into space early Sunday morning from the SpaceX launch facility in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
A disturbing new report from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reveals a dark undercurrent in American public opinion: nearly one in four Americans believe attacks targeting Jews are “understandable.” The findings, released Friday by the ADL’s Center for Antisemitism Research, come in the aftermath of three chilling incidents: the arson attack on Jewish Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s home on Pesach, the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy workers in Washington, D.C. in May, and the firebombing of a hostage solidarity rally in Boulder, Colorado, just last month. All three attacks were carried out by suspects claiming to act in the name of Palestine. “It’s unacceptable that one-quarter of Americans find this unspeakable violence understandable or justified,” said ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt. “This is an alarming sign of how antisemitic narratives are creeping into the mainstream.” While the majority of Americans—around 60%—acknowledge antisemitism as a serious national problem, and 75% support increased government action to combat it, the survey shows troubling cracks in public consensus. Roughly 24% of respondents said they found the recent attacks against Jews “understandable,” while a similar proportion said they believed the attacks were “staged” to elicit sympathy for Israel. Startlingly, about half of those who found the violence understandable also subscribed to the belief that it was a false flag operation. More than one in seven respondents (15%) said the violence was “necessary,” and 13% described it as “justified.” The attacks themselves were unmistakably motivated by pro-Palestinian ideology. Suspects in both the Boulder and D.C. incidents shouted “Free Palestine” as they carried out their assaults, while the man accused of firebombing Gov. Shapiro’s home told authorities he acted in response to “injustices to the people of Palestine.” The survey also probed attitudes toward slogans frequently used at pro-Palestinian rallies. Phrases like “Globalize the Intifada” and “From the River to the Sea” were widely seen as dangerous — more than two-thirds of Americans said such slogans increase the risk of violence against Jews. Even among those who expressed favorable views of the protests, over half acknowledged the slogans could incite harm. Perhaps most jarring was the degree to which classic antisemitic tropes continue to find traction. Around a third of Americans said they believe Jews have too much influence in politics and media, and that American Jews should be held accountable for the actions of the Israeli government. “This isn’t just a fringe issue,” Greenblatt warned. “These beliefs aren’t coming from the shadows anymore — they’re seeping into everyday conversations, political spaces, and public discourse.” (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)
Yerushalayim – In a remarkable display of growth and siyata dishmaya, Yeshivas Tiferes Yonasan Yehoshua, located in the Katamon neighborhood of Yerushalayim and led by HaRav Yisroel Meir Zevichy, shlit”a, held its official Chanukas HaBayis for its newly completed and magnificent building. A Yeshiva Rapidly Rising Though the Yeshiva was established only six years ago, it has already become a notable name in the world of Torah in Eretz Yisroel. The new building reflects the rapid expansion of its programs and the dedication of its leadership. Three Pillars Behind the Growth This expansion has been made possible by three distinguished benefactors — pillars of Torah and chessed: • R’ Ayzik Soulimani (Heichal Soulimani) • R’ Yoeli Landa (Ulam Landa) • R’ Dovid Gafner (Ulam Gafner) These devoted supporters have stood firmly behind the Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Yisroel Meir Zevichy, who is renowned for his success in building talmidim with simchas haTorah and clarity in learning. Annual Siyum HaMasechtos Celebration In conjunction with the Chanukas HaBayis, the Yeshiva hosted its Annual Siyum HaMasechtos — celebrating the achievements of its bochurim who completed masechtos learned b’hasmadah outside regular seder hours. Divrei Chizuk from HaRav Binyomin Finkel, shlit”a The event was graced by HaRav Binyomin Finkel, shlit”a, who came specially to honor the supporters of Torah. In his address, he praised the bochurim’s efforts and spoke movingly about the Rosh Yeshiva’s tireless mesirus nefesh. He offered heartfelt brachos to the Yeshiva’s three benefactors for their unwavering support. Seudas Mitzvah and Live Broadcast A beautiful seudas mitzvah was held in the newly named halls. The Rosh Yeshiva addressed the tzibur with visible emotion, especially thanking the benefactors, who though unable to attend this year in person due to various constraints, joined via live broadcast. His message: deep gratitude and heartfelt tefillos that the support of Torah will continue to flourish. A Joyous Conclusion The event concluded with spirited dancing by the talmidim — in honor of the Torah and in anticipation that next year, the celebration will be held in the rebuilt Yerushalayim, bimheira b’yameinu.
President Donald Trump came to the defense of Attorney General Pam Bondi in a fiery Truth Social post Saturday, pushing back against growing backlash from within his own base over the Justice Department’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. In a nearly 400-word statement, Trump dismissed renewed demands for answers about Epstein’s 2019 death in federal custody and the alleged high-profile names linked to his trafficking network, telling supporters bluntly: “Nobody cares about Epstein.” “What’s going on with my ‘boys’ and, in some cases, ‘gals?’” Trump wrote. “They’re all going after Attorney General Pam Bondi, who is doing a FANTASTIC JOB! We’re on one Team, MAGA, and I don’t like what’s happening.” The message appeared to be aimed at calming a storm of criticism from prominent conservative influencers and media figures, including Laura Loomer and Elon Musk, who have accused Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel of suppressing evidence and failing to deliver on promises of transparency. Frustration boiled over after the FBI and Justice Department released a joint memo this week concluding there was “no evidence” to support several long-standing conspiracy theories about Epstein’s death or his client list—findings that contradict expectations Bondi herself had raised earlier this year. Bondi had previously vowed that a trove of revelations was forthcoming, including “a lot of names” and “a lot of flight logs.” The Justice Department’s new report, however, offered little beyond restating the official narrative: that Epstein died by suicide in a Manhattan jail cell while awaiting trial. Tensions inside the administration itself are rising. According to multiple reports, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino has clashed repeatedly with Bondi over the handling of the case and is now considering stepping down. Trump’s post underscores the tightrope he now walks: attempting to maintain loyalty to a team of loyalists while managing a restless base hungry for accountability and revelations. “If we waste our time fighting each other over a dead guy,” Trump warned in his post, “we’ll never win the war ahead.” (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)
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The Supreme Court on Sunday approved a compromise reached between the government and Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara on the appointment of the next Shin Bet chief. According to the agreement, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will notify the chairman of the Senior Appointments Advisory Committee of the identity of the candidate [Maj. Gen. (res.) David Zini] he intends to propose for the position within 60 days. In addition, it was decided that the term of the current acting Shin Bet chief, “S,” will be extended until the new candidate enters the position. The Shin Bet chief who is appointed will not be involved in any way in the cases known as “QatarGate” and “Bild” until a conflict of interest arrangement is formulated by the Attorney General. Baharav-Miara had issued a ruling claiming that it is “illegal” for Netanyahu to be involved in the appointment of the next Shin Bet chief. However, a majority of a panel of Supreme Court judges disagreed with Baharav-Miara’s ruling and urged a compromise in order to avoid a judicial decision on the issue. (YWN Israel Desk—Jerusalem)
A video of Rabbi Eli Stefansky addressing public questions about the $8 million Aron Kodesh built for Ateres Shlomo—under the leadership of Harav Sholom Ber Sorotzkin shlit”a—is rapidly going viral. In it, Rabbi Stefansky lays out the financial and spiritual rationale, and how the investment spurred unprecedented donations in support of Torah.
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