FBI DIRECTOR KASH PATEL: “We have apprehended 3 of the FBI’s top 10 most wanted fugitives in the world, 3 in less than 3 months.”

During a visit to the Gaza Division on Tuesday, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held a strategic discussion with division and brigade commanders ahead of a broadened military campaign in the Gaza Strip.
In his address, Zamir urged commanders to maintain unwavering resolve in their mission, highlighting the importance of strong leadership, precise military discipline, aggressive engagement with enemy forces, and achieving the overarching war goals: rescuing the hostages and dismantling Hamas.
He commended the officers for their direction and dedication throughout the conflict, noting the critical role they’ve played in guiding their soldiers.

President Donald Trump took aim at the media on Wednesday, criticizing the Emmy nomination given to former Vice President Kamala Harris’ controversial 60 Minutes interview. Trump used the announcement as further evidence, he said, of the media’s dishonesty and political bias.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the nomination demonstrates why the press must be held accountable. “The Election Interfering 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris, which aired on CBS just before Election Day and deep into Early Voting, turned out to be much worse than expected, with her answers being unlawfully fixed, manipulated, and doctored throughout by CBS, in order to try and make Kamala appear at least somewhat coherent,” he wrote.

FED CHAIR POWELL: “In support of our goals, today the Federal Open Market Committee decided to leave our policy interest rate unchanged.”

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to implement major upgrades to both its technological systems and staffing capacity for the air traffic control operations that direct planes flying into Newark Liberty International Airport. The decision comes in the wake of a serious equipment failure that caused over a week of widespread delays and cancellations.
According to a statement released by the FAA on Wednesday, the agency will install three new high-capacity data lines to strengthen the communication link between control centers in New York and Philadelphia. These systems jointly manage air traffic in and out of Newark. The goal is to create a more dependable and redundant infrastructure to prevent future outages.

Israel and Syria are holding secret talks mediated by the United Arab Emirates, Reuters reported on Wednesday. According to the report, the talks, which have not been previously reported, are being held indirectly and are focused on security and intelligence. A source described the talks, which began days after Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa visited the UAE on April 13, as currently focused on “technical matters.” Another source, a senior Syrian official, told Reuters that the talks are limited to security issues, specifically counterrorism efforts, and are not addressing Israeli army activities in Syria, which has been a source of tension between the countries. (YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)

PARIS (AP) — Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa said Wednesday that his country is holding indirect talks with

Imagine Jet skiing at the edge of a glacier. Davening beneath a endless sky. Walking trails where the mountains stretch for miles. Kayaking in sapphire blue ice caves.This isn’t just another summer — it’s Ruach of the North. For bochurim in 10th 11th & 12th grade, this program offers a rare opportunity to experience the raw beauty of Alaska while maintaining a structured Torah atmosphere. Days are filled with powerful views, meaningful moments, and the quiet majesty of Hashem’s world. This year, Reb Avraham Kosman will be joining the program, offering shiurim and guidance throughout the summer in a setting that elevates everything around it.

Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu announced in a video message shared on his X account that Israel has verified that 21 hostages held by Hamas are still alive.
“There are another three who, unfortunately, there is doubt if they are alive,” he stated.
Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel’s unwavering determination to recover all hostages. “Israel is not giving up on any of them,” he pledged.
The statement followed remarks by President Donald Trump the previous night, during which Trump said that 21 hostages remain alive, a figure that has since stirred public attention.