Funerals being held for IDF reservist, civilian defense contractor killed in separate operational accidents. Israeli, Lebanese military sources deny US official's claim of IDF pullout in part of southern Lebanon buffer zone. Israel ready to send aid to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes

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An Israel Democracy Institute survey shows that among Israelis ages 18-22, there is a high level of intention to vote in the upcoming Knesset election. KAN's David Ze'ev spoke with Dr. Tammy Hoffman, head of the IDI Education Policy Program.

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The Jerusalem Film Festival , which runs from July 9th to 19th, has released the foreign films that will feature in this year's festival, and includes two films that made headlines at the recent prestigious Cannes film festival.

KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with festival director Roni Mahadav-Levin.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that Washington would not accept Iranian tolls or fees on the Strait of Hormuz, as disputes over the vital waterway exposed early strains in negotiations to end the Middle East war.

On Tuesday, Tehran and Oman said in a joint statement that they would study the administration of the trade route and the costs to be charged for services, while insisting on their sovereignty over the strait.

Rubio, opening a regional tour in the United Arab Emirates, said Washington would oppose any such move.

“It’s an international waterway. No country is allowed to charge tolls or fees on an international waterway,” he said, adding that he believed “all the countries in this region would agree”.

KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with energy expert Brenda Shaffer.

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For the first time, adult volunteers from abroad will teach English in Gaza envelope communities through an initiative supporting schools and educational programs as the region continues to recover from the October 7 attacks. The project is part of the Elul organization's "Shnat Sherut 50 Plus", a national service model that enables mid-life and retired professionals to dedicate a year to strengthening Israel's most vulnerable regions. The program is a recent recipient of the President's  Award for Volunteerism. Rina Cohen, a founder of the initiative, spoke to KAN's Naomi Segal

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Ultra-Orthodox plan countrywide convoy to protest arrest of draft dodgers. Prime Minister Netanyahu concludes testimony in corruption trial. IDF forces detain Hamas terrorist, searching for second one, spotted on Gaza side of Kerem Shalom crossing

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Another round of Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington is underway, but is US President Donald Trump himself sabotaging the talks by acting against both Jerusalem and Beirut? KAN's David Ze'ev spoke with Gil Murciano, CEO of the Mitvim Institute.

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Israel-Lebanon talks resume in Washington. Iran denies allowing IAEA nuclear inspectors back in the country. Shin Bet director warns of potential October 7-style attack in the Eilat area.

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Last week marked the anniversary of the sinking of the Altalena Irgun weapons ship off the coast of Tel Aviv.

KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Yossi Suede , content development manager at the Jerusalem Begin Heritage Center.

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Israel-US bilateral relations are in crisis.

How bad is it and is the damage irreparable?

Is it prime minister Netanyahu's fault and what are the long-term implications?

KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Dr Chuck Freilich.

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