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Two IDF soldiers killed in car-ramming attack near Nablus; one soldier killed in battle in northern Gaza Strip. IDF intercepts cruise missile launched from Iraq headed toward Golan Heights. Jerusalem Pride Parade set to take placeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Passport Ensemble's new work "Falling Out of Time," is an adaption of author David Grossman's book of the same name, on the journey of bereaved parents to reach their lost children. Through the exploration of grief, it also offers a  glimmer of solace. In this new production mounted at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art,  the actors move through the building's spaces, bringing the audience with them. Passport Ensemble director Yael Cramsky told KAN's Naomi Segal how the idea for the production emerged  amid the social upheaval in Israeli society in recent years. Performances June 4 and June 25. (Photo: Tami Shaham)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A poll by the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs has found a large majority of the Israeli public opposes the creation of a Palestinian state, or linking it to normalization process with Saudi Arabia. Dr. Dan Diker, president of the JCPA, told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan that the October 7th Hamas-led war particularly hardened younger Israelis against the concept of a Palestinian state. (photo: Lefteris Pitarakis/AP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IDF forces were operating in central Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip this week, as the military released initial findings indicating that a fire that caused Palestinian civilian casualties following an earlier strike on two Hamas commanders was likely ignited by a secondary explosion of munitions belonging to the terror group.  Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yossi Kuperwasser, a senior fellow at the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs and former head of the research division in the IDF intelligence branch, spoke to KAN's Naomi Segal about the latest developments. (IDF Spokesperson's Unit)     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a survey conducted by the "Het'orerut”  movement, a disturbing picture emerges that shows the extreme lack of trust of Israeli citizens in the police. According to the survey, almost half (47%) of Israeli citizens do not trust the police. Among the ultra-Orthodox - 52% do not believe in the police. It also shows that 48% of Israelis testify that under National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gavir, their degree of trust in the police decreased. Shanna Orlik, the CEO and founder of the movement Het’orerut, or Rise, said that it was a sign of politicalization of the police. But she told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan it was reversible. (photo: Erik Marmor/flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IDF forces move into central Gaza, two drones intercepted over Gulf of Eilat, Labor Party votes for a new leaderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beatles are coming to Jerusalem, well, with a little help from their friends. A Spring music festival is taking place Thursday, May 30th of Beatles tribute bands. This concert is being hosted at an interesting venue, the Kfar Shaul Mental Health Center in Givat Shaul. It’s the first time that the mental health center, which is housed on beautiful grounds, has agreed to open its gates to a music festival. Organizer Tracey Shipley, a creative therapist working with youth mostly through music and who ran the Woodstock Festivals in Jerusalem, spoke with reporter Arieh O’Sullivan on not only the physical, but psychological importance of the concert and music now. (photo: courtesy) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel is not telling the narrative about Hizbullah, which has dropped off the Western world radar decades ago, and the country needs to refit its messaging if it intends to deal with Hizbullah because every Israeli deserves the right to live in peace and security in their country. This according to Cliff Sobin, an author of three books on Hizbullah and Israel. He told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan that messaging needs to grab attention, be emotional and be informative. So far, Israel isn’t delivering this, even to its own people. (photo: Alma) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Palestinians say at least 30 killed, many injured in Israeli strike and ensuing fire in displaced civilians camp in Rafah. IDF says two senior Hamas commanders killed in precise strike; investigating reports of uninvolved casualties. Armed drone launched from Lebanon explodes near Israeli community, causing fire. Israel orders Spain's Jerusalem consulate to stop providing services to Palestinians in punitive move over Madrid's recognition of Palestinian state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 12th annual Jewish Music Days Festival takes place May 27-29 at Bar-Ilan University, beneath the banner: different but together. Under the artistic direction of Dr. Yuval Rabin, the three day event features concerts, panels and lectures exploring the ever-expanding definition of Jewish music, while tapping into the music of Greece, North Africa, Europe and more. One of participating academics, Dr. Oded Erez of the faculty of musicology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, spoke to KAN's Naomi Segal. (Photo: Ruth Luar)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rocket attack on Sharon area, central Israel. Rockets at the Galilee. IDF denies Hamas claims that soldiers kidnapped in Jabalya. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite  headlines declaring the UN's International Court of Justice ordered Israel to immediately halt its offensive in Rafah,  Israeli officials claim that the judges at The Hague  issued a very carefully worded ruling that does not actually compel the fighting in Rafah to stop, nor does it prevent Israel from defending itself. Robbie Sabel is a professor of law at Jerusalem’s Hebrew university and a former legal advisor at the foreign ministry. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with him about Friday’s ICJ ruling. (Photo:Reuters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Beit Hillel Theater Workshop at Hebrew University of Jerusalem had auditioned and planned to put on the first production of the popular musical Fame last September. But the war stopped it, mainly because much of the cast was drafted to fight. But now, they have returned and will be performing the over two-hour show from May 26th through June 3rd. Reporter Arieh O’Sullivan spoke with the director Michael Berl about the performance. (photo: courtesy) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IDF strikes key Hizbullah rocket commander in south Lebanon. Hizbullah fires over 30 rockets into Israel. Three servicemen killed in Gaza Strip fighting buried today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerald Steinberg, professor emeritus of political science at Bar Illan University, says the timing of Ireland, Norway and Spain’s move to recognize Palestinian state was for internal domestic political reasons. Speaking to reporter Arieh O’Sullivan, Steinberg said Israel’s response to the symbolic move was somewhat over-reacted, also due to domestic politics.  (photo: flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel blasts Norway, Spain and Ireland over decision to recognize Palestinian state. Video to be released showing October 7 abduction by Hamas terrorists of five female IDF soldiers from Nahal Oz base. Israel's attorney general, state attorney say ICC has no foundation for arrest warrant request against prime minister, defense ministerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IDF launches counter-terror operation in Jenin. Defense Minister Gallant blasts "despicable" Israel-Hamas parallel in ICC prosecutor's arrest warrant request. President Herzog says Saudi normalization would be a "game-changer"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The International Court of Justice is weighing South Africa's request to impose a new emergency provision ordering Israel to halt it military operations in Rafah. The court held hearings last week on the request, which is part of an ongoing case brought by Pretoria accusing Israel of violating the Genocide Convention in its war against Hamas in Gaza.  Israel has lambasted South Africa  over what it termed Pretoria’s “outrageous distortions” of the truth and “abuse” of the court’s procedures. Retired ambassador Alan Baker, a former legal advisor to Israel's foreign ministry, spoke to KAN's Naomi Segal about the latest developments in the case. (Photo: Reuters)   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian President Raisi confirmed dead. Protests as Knesset summer session opens. Gallant to Sullivan:We will expand Rafah op. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two IDF soldiers killed, four others wounded in Gaza fighting. Funerals being held for hostages whose bodies were recovered in IDF operation. US national security adviser in Israel for talks with prime minister, other senior officialsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.