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On the hills of Givat Ze’ev, Givat Hashalvah is being developed around a goal many frum families feel strongly about. Life in Eretz Yisroel should come with dignity, pride, and a standard that reflects who we are and what we value. That mindset guides the project from the quality of construction to the shared spaces designed to support real Torah living and a steady community rhythm.
Community is a central priority here. The aim is a genuine kehilla where families who share a way of life build something together, and where everyday living naturally turns neighbors into relationships. Early buyers are already shaping the character of the neighborhood through the values they bring and the standards they expect.
This vision is supported by the builder behind the work. Solel Boneh is Israel’s most recognized construction name, with more than a century of experience and a track record tied to the country’s most significant national projects. For buyers, that translates into something simple: execution you can trust, quality that lasts, and delivery you can rely on.
Givat Ze’ev also offers a distinct lifestyle and a strong value proposition. From the outset, the developers spared no effort to deliver the highest possible standard, so the same budget can go further here through higher-end finishes, larger layouts, and a plan built for daily ease. Parking is moved underground, freeing the surface level for families, greenery, and a calmer streetscape. The masterplan includes 18 residential buildings in three clusters, connected by a promenade that runs through parks and gardens from end to end.
Between the clusters sit 7 dedicated multi-story residential lounges, totaling 26,000 square feet of community amenities planned for real daily use, including children’s gymborees, simcha halls, mother’s meeting lounges, shared workspaces, and Torah libraries. Fountains and seating areas are woven into the walkways, with a bike path looping around the project.
To round out the living experience, the plan also includes a multilevel shopping mall, protected living, a 54,000 square foot fitness center, a pool, and ten shuls. The result is a neighborhood designed to support a fuller way of living, both inside the home and together beyond it.
Israel’s Security Agency and the National Cyber Directorate revealed Wednesday that they have stopped hundreds of attempted cyberattacks over the last year that were orchestrated by Iranian intelligence operatives.
The agencies said the operations were directed at high-ranking government and defense officials, academics, journalists, and personnel within the defense sector. In a joint announcement, they reported a significant increase in hostile online activity that began around the time of Operation Rising Lion.
According to the statement, the objective behind the cyber efforts was to obtain both personal and professional information that could be used for terrorism, espionage, and influence campaigns. Investigators determined that the attackers mainly relied on “targeted phishing” methods, sending customized messages while posing as trusted or recognizable contacts.
Those targeted were prompted to click on links or download attachments, which allowed the attackers to capture login details and authentication codes for services including Google, Telegram, and WhatsApp. Gaining such information would grant access to private correspondence and stored data.
Over recent months, the ISA and the National Cyber Directorate said they worked to counter these efforts by delivering focused warnings, blocking harmful activity, and providing guidance to potential targets on reinforcing their account protections. They also launched public awareness initiatives aimed at communities considered vulnerable.
The agencies called on the public — especially individuals with access to sensitive material — to activate two-factor authentication, exercise caution when approached by unknown contacts, and refrain from sharing personal information or opening suspicious links. They further advised users to enroll in the enhanced security programs recently made available by Google and WhatsApp.
{Matzav.com}President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu wrapped up a White House meeting that lasted close to three hours, with Iran and broader Middle East developments high on the agenda.
Following the talks, President Trump shared a statement on his Truth Social platform describing the meeting and the tone of discussions.
“I have just finished meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, of Israel, and various of his Representatives. It was a very good meeting, the tremendous relationship between our two Countries continues.”
Iran was a primary focus of the conversation, and the president addressed the subject directly in his post.
“There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated. If it can, I let the Prime Minister know that will be a preference. If it cannot, we will just have to see what the outcome will be.”
Trump also referenced a previous confrontation with Tehran, warning of potential consequences if diplomacy fails.
“last time Iran decided that they were better off not making a Deal, and they were hit with Midnight Hammer – That did not work well for them. Hopefully this time they will be more reasonable and responsible. Additionally, we discussed the tremendous progress being made in Gaza, and the Region in general. There is truly PEACE in the Middle East. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
Before entering his meeting with President Trump, Prime Minister Netanyahu formally joined the Board of Peace in a signing ceremony held at the White House in the presence of Secretary of State Rubio.
{Matzav.com}A small Bitcoin transaction tied to the ransom demand in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case may have shifted momentum in favor of investigators, according to a cryptocurrency forensics specialist who says digital currency is far more traceable than many criminals realize.
Bezalel Eithan Raviv, CEO and founder of Lionsgate Network, a crypto recovery firm specializing in blockchain forensics, told Page Six that a modest deposit made late Tuesday into the Bitcoin wallet listed in the ransom note could signal a strategic investigative move.
“If the reported $150 transaction to the alleged ransom Bitcoin wallet is accurate, it aligns with a known investigative tactic,” Raviv said. “A small ‘test’ transfer can sometimes be used to confirm that the wallet is active and to trigger blockchain monitoring tools.”
Raviv, an Israeli technology entrepreneur, emphasized that Bitcoin transactions are not invisible, despite popular belief.
“The moment funds move, they leave a permanent digital footprint,” Raviv said. “That activity can provide investigators with valuable intelligence, especially if the wallet interacts with exchanges or custodial services where identity verification is required.”
When tracking illicit cryptocurrency activity, Raviv explained that his company employs what it refers to as a “cow’s bell” method.
“Once a wallet is identified and tagged, every movement can trigger alerts, no matter how many times the funds split, consolidate, or hop across wallets. Every step leaves a signal,” he said.
According to Raviv, once money enters the account, the balance of control may change.
“If this wallet has now received funds, the dynamic shifts,” Raviv explained. “The person demanding ransom may believe they are in control, but once a transaction is made, they become the one being watched.
“The ransom actor is no longer just making demands. They are now the target of forensic tracking.”
Still, Raviv noted that law enforcement agencies follow established procedures in handling ransom situations.
“That said, ransom strategy decisions should always be directed by law enforcement and professional negotiators,” Raviv said. “The critical phase now is real-time monitoring, because movement is where mistakes happen.”
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen alive at her home near Tucson on Jan. 31. She was reported missing the following day after the Pima County Sheriff’s Department concluded that she had been forcibly removed from the residence.
Multiple media organizations later received what authorities believe to be a ransom message demanding $6 million in Bitcoin in exchange for her freedom. The note listed two deadlines — Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. EST and another this past Monday at the same hour.
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings issued a public statement indicating they were prepared to meet the demand but required proof that their mother was alive before transferring any money.
As of Tuesday morning, Page Six confirmed that the Bitcoin wallet’s balance remained at zero. By Tuesday night, however, approximately $152 in Bitcoin had been deposited into the account.
It remains unclear whether the FBI or another entity initiated the transaction. Earlier in the week, Raviv told Page Six that sending a minimal amount of cryptocurrency can sometimes be part of a broader investigative approach.
“This is a very simple tactic among many that we utilize when we want to be able to intercept criminal network crypto assets,” Raviv said. “That’s from our perspective based on previous cases that have been incredibly successful.”
Raviv also suggested that the individual behind the ransom demand may have exposed himself the moment he shared the wallet address.
“He showed his Achilles to everyone who understands blockchain forensics,” Raviv said.
Authorities have yet to announce any arrests directly connected to the abduction, though they did release alarming surveillance footage showing an armed and masked individual outside Nancy’s home on the night she vanished.
In the hours following the footage’s release, a man identified as Carlos was taken into custody in connection with the probe but was later released.
On Wednesday, TMZ reported receiving a third Bitcoin-related demand — this time offering information about the alleged kidnapper in exchange for cryptocurrency.
Meanwhile, FBI Phoenix announced that agents are “conducting an extensive search along multiple roadways in the Catalina Foothills area related to the Nancy Guthrie investigation.”
{Matzav.com}