Shin Bet arrests Hamas spy from Gaza, had Israeli work permit Security officials stressed that Abu Thabat fully intended to 'gather intelligence and carry out missions in Israel' and that he had not been duped or threatened into spying. December 8, 2022
Haredi faction demands new government ban non-Orthodox prayer at Western Wall United Torah Judaism party reportedly issues new demand in coalition talks, pushing for ban on mixed-gender prayer groups at the Western Wall Plaza. December 8, 2022
Evidence of Maccabee-era battle unearthed in central Israel 'Tangible evidence of a fierce battle.' 2,200-year-old lead sling bullet bearing Greek inscription found in Yavne December 8, 2022
Abbas: I may support intifada against Israel Embattled PA president says cancelling security coordination with Israel and giving terrorists free rein in PA-controlled areas is an option he's considering. December 8, 2022
Police crackdown on unsafe Palestinian cars yielding impressive results With only 19 traffic units assigned to Judea and Samaria, drones are being widely used to catch traffic offenders and dangerous vehicles. December 8, 2022
UN demands Israel give up its nuclear arsenal The vote was one of over a dozen that are aimed specifically against Israel each year. December 8, 2022
Likud signs preliminary coalition deal with Shas Just three days before deadline, Netanyahu signs preliminary agreement with Shas, the last remaining party needed to form a government. December 8, 2022
Lapid calls for protests against Netanyahu government 'We’re done being upset by the outcome of the [Nov. 1] election. We’re going to fight for our country,' says the outgoing Israeli prime minister. December 7, 2022
French ambassador: With Netanyahu as PM, region ‘may get more violent’ Éric Danon also said Israel has a poor image in France after some embassy personnel were stopped at the Bethlehem crossing. December 7, 2022
Declare UN envoy who downplayed terror attack persona non grata, Jewish community leader demands Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, called Tor Wennesland’s words ‘antisemitism of the highest order.’ December 7, 2022
Spyware company celebrates Netanyahu’s return, hopes for stronger ties with Saudis – report 'Don’t worry,' Shalev Hulio, the co-founder and former CEO of the NSO Group, reportedly told guests at a dinner party in Tel Aviv several months ago. 'Netanyahu is coming back.' December 7, 2022
The next movie you watch may be filmed in Israel 'In recent years, Israel has emerged as a television and cinematic content superpower, and the Israeli story generates global interest and curiosity.' December 7, 2022
How safe is Israel for tourists compared to USA? You may be surprised… Israel earned an overall score of A for tourist safety, while the U.S. trailed behind with a C minus score. December 7, 2022
WATCH: Police arrest Arab who attacked Jewish visitor on Temple Mount 'There must be a decisive and immediate change in the Israeli government's attitude regarding the Temple Mount to prevent such incidents.' December 7, 2022
Humiliation, fear as Arab TikTok terror on the rise again in Jerusalem Recent weeks see resurgence in phenomenon of Arabs filming themselves humiliating and harassing Jews in unprovoked attacks, then uploading the clips to TikTok for likes and accolades. December 6, 2022
‘Blatant murder’ – Al Jazeera sues Israel at ICC over Abu Akleh death Al Jazeera also claimed ithat the May 2021 bombing of its offices in the Gaza Strip prove an Israeli government agenda to 'silence' the news agency. December 6, 2022
Don’t extend coalition negotiation deadline for Netanyahu, justice minister urges Herzog Gideon Sa'ar suggested that the Likud might make the request just so that it could pass problematic laws before the new government is sworn in. December 6, 2022
Lapid on Netanyahu’s ‘sedition’ accusation: You ain’t seen nothing yet 'If you think what I’ve been saying the last few days is rebellious, I have news for you; You ain’t seen nothing yet,' Lapid said. December 5, 2022
Lapid’s call to disobey next government puts civil society at risk, legal analysts say Israel's outgoing PM urged municipalities not to cooperate with an educational department to be headed by lawmaker Avi Maoz. December 5, 2022
WATCH: NBC anchor asks Netanyahu point blank if he supports Trump in 2024 'I’ve just gone through four elections. You want me to get into your elections?' December 5, 2022
Lapid singles out Orthodox Zionists for contempt 'Netanyahu has sold out the country to the ultra-Orthodox Zionists,' Lapid complained in a tweet. December 5, 2022
Draft Israeli coalition agreement includes dramatic changes regarding Judea and Samaria Religious Zionism Party chairman set to receive powers reserved in the past for the defense minister, including authority to appoint the next Civil Administration head. December 5, 2022
Whoever has a problem with the elected gov’t – ‘go live in France,’ says Israeli party leader Moshe Gafni has shown little patience for those implying that the religious parties are somehow planning on usurping Israeli democracy. December 4, 2022
‘DEEPLY MOVING’: President Herzog welcomed in Bahrain with Israeli national anthem 'Deeply moving to hear Hatikvah, our national anthem, in Bahrain next to His Majesty the King.' December 4, 2022
Jew drives through burning tires to escape terrorists in Samaria Rappelling guide Shlomi Lobaton “keeps reliving” the lynching attempt on the road in Samaria when a group of Arab youth hurled rocks at his car while blocking his way. December 4, 2022
Panic at Israeli airport as Palestinian man hijacks car, breaks through airport checkpoint Travelers at Ben Gurion International Airport told to lie on the floor after Palestinian carjacker breaks through airport's security checkpoint before being shot near Terminal 3. December 4, 2022
Israel slams UN official who was ‘horrified’ by killing of terrorist in ‘scuffle’ with IDF 'This is NOT a “scuffle” - this is a terror attack!' December 3, 2022
Netanyahu: Lapid inciting revolt in army, local authorities His comments came after Lapid urged local authorities not to cooperate with the incoming educational policies of MK Avi Maoz. December 3, 2022
Left-wing NY Times columnist tours Hebron’s Jewish community The Left never brings visitors here, said Yishai Fleisher, international spokesman for the Judean city's Jewish population. December 2, 2022
Netanyahu makes deal with Religious Zionists, paving way to new government 'Today we are taking another historic step to establish a Jewish, Zionist and national government,' Finance Minister-designate Bezalel Smotrich said. December 1, 2022
Terror tunnel found under UNRWA school in Gaza United Nations aid group condemns digging of terror tunnel under one of its Gaza schools, but does not blame any particular group for the ‘serious violation’ of its ‘neutrality.’ December 1, 2022
3,000-year-old scarab seal found on school trip near Tel Aviv "The Dream of every amateur archaeologist." Israeli eighth-grade class on field trip stumbles on Bronze Age artifact in Azor, near Tel Aviv. December 1, 2022
Netanyahu: I will not allow Israel to be governed by Talmudic law The Likud leader also said his incoming government would 'not ban LGBT forums.' November 30, 2022
Lapid: ‘I apologize to Ben-Gurion’ for new gov’t destroying Israel, ruining his dream In blistering speech, outgoing Prime Minister Yair Lapid alleges that incoming right-wing government will destroy the founding principles of the state. November 30, 2022
‘UNMATCHED WICKEDNESS’: Rabbis call on new govt to take stand against China Upon the revelation of shocking information regarding the extent of China’s crimes against humanity, a group of rabbis in Israel is calling on the incoming coalition to take a clear stand. November 30, 2022
Israel’s UN ambassador: Mideast Jews were victims of the ‘real Nakba’ Gilad Erdan inaugurated an exhibition highlighting the expulsion of Jews from Arab countries in the wake of the UN decision to partition British-controlled Mandatory Palestine. November 30, 2022
Ben-Gvir encouraging IDF troop rebellion, Lapid alleges 'The IDF is the people's army,' Netanyahu wrote on Twitter. 'I call on everyone, from the right and the left, to leave it out of any political debate.' November 30, 2022
WATCH: Thousands march in support of disabled IDF veterans Thousands of Israelis marched in Tel Aviv this week in support of disabled IDF veterans and to educate the next generation. November 30, 2022
CAR-RAMMING TERROR: Female IDF soldier seriously wounded Terrorist shot after intentionally ramming soldier near the Jewish community of Kochav Yaakov, fleeing the scene. November 29, 2022
Poll – Israeli Jews support death penalty for terrorists In comparison to previous years, fewer care about what international law would have to say about it. November 29, 2022
Ben-Gvir slams 10-day prison term for soldier who argued with left-wing provocateurs 'IDF soldiers are our defenders and we will protect them. It's time!' says MK Itamar Ben-Gvir. November 29, 2022
Face-off with Iran? American and Israeli armed forces prepare for war Fighter jets from both countries will simulate long-range flights and striking distant targets, increasing readiness for combat scenarios with Iran. November 29, 2022
Palestinian terror group: Ben-Gvir will ‘suffer the same fate’ as slain Israeli minister The threat 'will not deter me,' Ben-Gvir said. 'We are committed to restoring security to Israel’s citizens.' November 29, 2022
The woman helping fellow Bedouins enter Israeli hi-tech Fahima Atawna, with degrees in chemical engineering and public health, saw plenty of educated Bedouins but few in the high-tech sector. November 28, 2022
First move in power: Ben-Gvir to legalize communities in Judea, Samaria – report Legalizing currently unrecognized Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria and connecting them to electricity and water is reportedly first on Ben-Gvir's agenda. November 28, 2022
‘Arabs against Jews’: Mayor warns Israel ‘on brink of civil war’ 'Whoever hasn't understood it yet, we are on the brink of civil war in the State of Israel and not Haredim [ultra-Orthodox] against secular Jews, but rather Arabs against Jews,' said the mayor. November 28, 2022
10-year sentence for Arab Israeli who attempted to lynch a Jew 'Until terrorists get life sentences with no possibility of parole, they won’t be deterred,' said Matan Peleg, head of the Im Tirzu organization. November 28, 2022
Left-wing reporter blasted for casting new MK as ‘religious radical’ 'The Noam party focuses on education and fighting the progressive movement in Israel which focuses on destroying our Jewish identity and values,' wrote a Jewish educator in response to the characterization of Maoz as a religious extremist. November 28, 2022
WATCH: Flagship of Israeli navy gets Iron Dome missile system Israel's flagship to defend Israel's gas fields in the Mediterranean. November 27, 2022
WATCH: Security forces gear up for chemical attack in Tel Aviv Massive joint training operation simulating chemical attack on Tel Aviv's new light rail system held. November 27, 2022
2nd victim of Jerusalem twin terror bombings succumbs to injuries Fifty-year-old Tadasa Tashume Ben Ma'ada, a father of two, made aliyah from Ethiopia more than two decades ago. November 26, 2022
Likud, Otzma Yehudit reach deal: Ben-Gvir to get new role of National Security Minister The full agreement is not yet signed but as of now, Itamar Ben-Gvir will have control of Border Police in Judea and Samaria. November 25, 2022
Outside pressure, threat of bloody IDF campaign behind return of Druze teen’s body – report UN Mideast envoy appealed to leaders of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Damascus. November 25, 2022
After intense negotiations, terrorists return Israeli teen’s body Israel says nothing was given to the terrorists in exchange for Tiran Fero, whose abduction enraged the Druze community. November 24, 2022
Dutch court clears way for extradition of Israeli modeling agent accused of sex crimes Disgraced modeling agent who fled to the Netherlands will be extradited to Israel to stand trial for sexual assault charges, following Dutch court ruling. November 24, 2022
Nefesh b’Nefesh hosts thanksgiving dinners for hundreds of American-Israelis all over Israel The largest dinner gathered hundreds of lone soldiers and National Service volunteers in Jerusalem. November 24, 2022
Israeli officials vow to catch Jerusalem terrorists 'They can run, they can hide — it won’t help them,' outgoing Prime Minister Yair Lapid said in a statement. November 23, 2022
BEREAVED FATHER: ‘I just want to say bye’ The bereaved father of 16-year-old Aryeh Schupak, who was killed in a bombing attack at the entrance to Jerusalem Wednesday morning, says his final farewell to his son. November 23, 2022
Hundreds attend funeral of Jerusalem terror victim, ‘boy who never wronged anyone’ 'He was a boy who never wronged anyone in the world, and he was murdered simply because he was Jewish,' says Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid. November 23, 2022
‘Victim of the occupation’: Jewish lawmaker compares teen killed in Jerusalem bombing to terrorists killed by IDF 'I want to send my condolences to all victims of the occupation, Jews and Palestinians alike,' Cassif stated. November 23, 2022
