Bennett, Lapid at odds over US consulate for Palestinians: Report
Foreign Minister Lapid denies he accepted American intent to resurrect representation to Palestinians in the capital, which Prime Minister Bennett firmly opposes.
October 17, 2021
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Massive international drill launches in Israel with seven air forces participating
Launched in 2013, the Blue Flag is held every two years to strengthen cooperation between the nations.
October 17, 2021
Blinken: New options on the table in face of Iran nuclear threat
'We are prepared to turn to other options if Iran doesn’t change course, and these consultations with our allies and partners are part of it,' said Blinken.
October 14, 2021
Israel can’t ignore China’s threat to the free world: Opinion
Israel must not be neutral in US-China conflict.
October 14, 2021
Massive cyber attack forces Israeli hospital to go analog
Patients’ lives were never endangered by the cyber attack, said the director of the Hillel Yaffe Medical Center in Hadera.
October 14, 2021
IDENTIFIED: Gazan terrorist who killed IDF sniper at point blank range
While the terrorist's identity is known to Israel, senior Hamas officials believe there won't be retaliation at this time.
October 14, 2021
Islamic Jihad threatens war with Israel over new prison rules
Israel Prison Service has been splitting up inmates who are members of Islamic Jihad following the Gilboa Prison break.
October 14, 2021
WATCH: Would-be Martians prepare for their journey in Israel
Analog astronauts are conducting a Mars simulation in a planetary dome named Amadee-20, the first simulation of its kind to be carried out in Israel.
October 14, 2021
Bnei Menashe group of 235 from India lands in Israel
The Bnei Menashe, or sons of Manasseh, claim descent from one of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel.
October 14, 2021
WATCH: Israel’s right wing will block Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem
Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States said in that the pressure being put on Israel by the U.S. regarding the reopening of a consulate in East Jerusalem is a 'ticking time bomb.'
October 14, 2021
Only in the UAE: Israeli and Sudanese officials schmooze in Abu Dhabi
'At first a small group accepts the change, then more and more groups join in,' said Sudan's Justice Minister.
October 13, 2021
WATCH: FIFA head raises idea of joint Israel-UAE World Cup bid
IFA President Gianni Infantino on Tuesday raised the idea of Israel participating in a regional bid led by the United Arab Emirates to host the 2030 World Cup, i24 News reports.
October 13, 2021
WHY WE DID IT: Israeli Prison fugitives reveal their thinking behind the escape
The six terrorists planned to commit terror attacks if they didn’t get protective custody in the Palestinian Authority.
October 13, 2021
China, Oman to top agenda in Blinken-Lapid meeting
Oman is widely believed to be on the verge of joining the Abraham Accords.
October 13, 2021
Netanyahu still preferred as Likud leader by wide margin of 86%: Survey
After Yuli Edelstein announced he would run for party head whenever primaries are held, a snap survey says he’d receive only 6% of the vote.
October 13, 2021
‘You’re a clown’: Bennett slammed by Orthodox lawmaker for controversial statement
Bennett is 'a man who formed a government through theft, fraud and deception,' said Shas chief Aryeh Deri.
October 13, 2021
Over 2,200 terror attacks foiled during Shin Bet chief tenure, this is why
Outgoing Shin Bet director Nadav Argaman described the challenge of ensuring Israel's security as 'an endless race.'
October 13, 2021
WATCH: Israeli Day celebrates contributions of immigrants to Israel
Wednesday marks Aliyah (immigration to Israel) day, during which Israel celebrates and cherishes its immigrants and their many contributions to the Jewish State.
October 13, 2021
WATCH: No compromise on US East Jerusalem consulate, Israeli minister says
Justice Minister Gideon Sa'ar has said that that there will be no change in Israeli policy regarding the planned reopening of the U.S. consulate in East Jerusalem.
October 13, 2021
IDF sees 7-year high in motivation to serve in combat units
Figures 'testify to the recruits’ willingness and sense of mission,' says IDF Chief of Staff.
October 13, 2021
WATCH: Arab-Israeli nurses pose for selfie with hospitalized Hamas terrorist
Two Arab-Israelis who work as nurses at the Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot posed for a selfie with a Hamas terrorist who was hospitalized due to a hunger strike he is on.
October 12, 2021
Health experts: Israel is reaching herd immunity against COVID
'We can say with confidence that we are on our way out of this wave,' Health Ministry director-general Nachman Ash said.
October 12, 2021
Hamas building second military front against Israel in Lebanon
Hamas has been increasing its presence in Lebanon, while coordinating with Iran and Hezbollah on certain issues and acting independently when it comes to the procurement and production of weapons.
October 12, 2021
Israel doubles water sent to Jordan, despite growing relations with Iran
One-year agreement has Israel supplying Jordan with 100 million cubic meters.
October 12, 2021
Jerusalem square named for Japanese diplomat declared Righteous Among the Nations
Chiune Sugihara, who served in Japanese consulate in Lithuania, saved more than 2,150 from the Nazis.
October 12, 2021
Bennett: The ultra-Orthodox have too much political power
'I’m happy that there are haredim, but we need to limit their political influence,' said Bennett.
October 12, 2021
Palestinian billionaire partners with church to launch massive Jerusalem project
Project is joint venture between Palestinian billionaire Bashar Masri and the Greek Orthodox Church.
October 12, 2021
Israel may soon legalize the Evyatar outpost in Samaria, despite Palestinian claims
Residents who were voluntarily evacuated expect the state to keep its promise and authorize the building of their settlement.
October 12, 2021
Bestselling Irish author: Don’t translate my book to Hebrew
Sally Rooney previously signed an open letter calling for an 'end to the support provided by global powers to Israel and its military.'
October 12, 2021
Cabinet approves new Shin Bet chief`
Ronen Bar will be the first Shin Bet chief tasked with fighting crime in the Arab sector.
October 11, 2021
WATCH: Communications Ministry examines if Facebook liable for user content
Move aims to to force social media platforms to be more accountable and transparent about their operations.
October 11, 2021
Yuli Edelstein challenges Netanyahu for Likud leadership
Says Likud can’t win ever again under Bibi.
October 11, 2021
WATCH: Israeli-American wins Nobel Prize in economics
M.I.T. professor honored for contributions to the analysis of causal relationships.
October 11, 2021
Bennett calls for campaign to quadruple Golan population
Prime Minister says national plan to boost communities, jobs and investment is a 'strategic goal.'
October 11, 2021
World’s largest Byzantine commercial wine factory uncovered in Israel
The complex was capable of producing and selling more than two million liters of premium wine a year.
October 11, 2021
Israel police seeks use of administrative detention to fight Arab crime
Holding people in prison without a trial is a tool that has only been used on those considered potential terrorists, whether Arab or Jewish; critics slam idea.
October 11, 2021
Trump’s ambassador to Israel wants more Muslims to visit Jerusalem
'I think that making Jerusalem accessible to the Muslim world ... will go a long way,' the former ambassador said.
October 11, 2021
After protests, ministry removes anti-Israel rapper from anti-violence campaign
Tamer Nafar has long accused Israel of racism and incited Palestinian terrorism against the state.
October 11, 2021
Israelis march in Tel Aviv in protest of COVID restrictions
'We were thousands again tonight in the streets protesting against the Green Passport ... and for our civil rights and our sovereignty,' says Israeli activist.
October 11, 2021
WATCH: Israelis thank Pompeo for fighting for full Jewish rights in Israel
'This is the rightful homeland for the people of Israel,' Former U.S. secretary of state Mike Pompeo said during a visit to various areas in Judea and Samaria on Sunday.
October 11, 2021
‘Israel is not an occupying force in Judea, Samaria’, says Pompeo
The State of Israel 'is a democracy where faiths can be practiced from all of the Abrahamic traditions,' the former U.S. secretary of state said.
October 10, 2021
German Chancellor at Holocaust memorial: ‘Fighting antisemitism is a German obligation’
Fighting antisemitism 'is an obligation for every federal (German) government,' German Chancellor Angela Merkel said during her farewell tour to Israel.
October 10, 2021
WATCH: ‘You see Moses and the spirit of Israel in America,’ says Netanyahu
Opposition Leader and former prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu talked about the 'basic connection, unequalled anywhere in the history of other nations,' between the Jewish people and Judea and Samaria.
October 10, 2021
Immigration to Israel up 31% this year
'Despite the challenging period and many limitations brought on by the global pandemic, since the beginning of the year, there’s been a significant increase in olim in comparison to a similar period last year,' said Yaakov Hagoel, acting chairman of the Jewish Agency.
October 10, 2021
Israeli cancer care, heart treatment rank among world’s best in annual Newsweek list
Which three hospitals made the list for high-level of care?
October 10, 2021
Merkel meets Bennett, says Israel’s security will be central for every German government
The German leader emphasized her country’s solid commitment to Israel’s security as she kicks off a two-day visit.
October 10, 2021
Anti-Israel protest, hostile crowd disrupt Israeli-Scottish soccer match
An unruffled Israeli player ate pie thrown at him by angry Scottish fan.
October 10, 2021
WATCH: ‘Merkel’s term was the best for Israel, despite relations with Netanyahu’
Daniel Shek, Israel's former ambassador to France, discusses outgoing German Chancellor Angela Merkel's visit to Israel and the impact her role as a European leader has had on the Jewish State over the years.
October 10, 2021
WATCH: Israel honors Indian heroes of the Battle of Haifa
Indian soldiers liberated the city from Ottoman forces in 1918.
October 10, 2021
Judge reinstates ban on Jews praying on Temple Mount, Hamas celebrates Israeli ‘surrender’
Judge rules worshipper's prayer was 'overt' as Public Security Minister warns changing holy site's status quo would cause flare up of violence.
October 10, 2021
WATCH: Israelis pray at Western Wall for recovery of governor’s wife
Organized by Gabriel Groisman, mayor of Bal Harbour, Israelis prayed for the recovery of Casey DeSantis, wife of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, Arutz-7 reported. Casey is fighting cancer.
October 8, 2021
Hamas: Jewish prayer on Temple Mount a ‘declaration of war’
The Jewish State must understand that 'any Israeli attack on Al Aqsa is an explosive game,' Hamas said.
October 7, 2021
WATCH: Dangerous synthetic drug resurging on Israeli streets
Israeli health officials are reporting a recent wave of hospitalizations due to the dangerous and illegal synthetic drug known in Israel as 'Mr. Nice-Guy.'
October 7, 2021
Shimon Peres accused of sexual harassment by former Labor MK
'Peres suddenly pinned me to the door and tried to kiss me,' said Avital. 'When I left, my legs were shaking. I was repulsed.'
October 7, 2021
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump to visit Knesset for Abraham Accords Caucus
As White House advisor to Donald Trump, Kushner was instrumental in brokering the Abraham Accords.
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October 7, 2021
WATCH: Israeli data shows risk of myocarditis after receiving Pfizer vaccine
Israel's Health Ministry is considering asking people who have recently received the Pfizer coronavirus vaccine to avoid working out.
October 7, 2021
Israel counts lowest number of COVID-19 cases in 2 months
Decline in new cases attributed to booster vaccinations.
October 7, 2021
Ultra-Orthodox lawmakers blast minister’s proposal for civil marriages
While Matan Kahana says he seeks religious compromise to foster unity in Israel, Orthodox politicians slam the idea as endangering the Jewish nature of the state.
October 7, 2021
WATCH: Joint FBI, Israel Police operation sees arrest of 26 Israelis
The Israel Police arrested early Wednesday 26 residents of Tel Aviv for their suspected involvement in organized financial fraud that mostly targeted U.S. citizens.
October 7, 2021
Mossad extracted DNA from a corpse in Lebanon to track down missing soldier: Report
'Mossad agents ... embarked on a complex, wide-ranging and daring operation to find the remains and whereabouts of Ron Arad,' the Israeli premier revealed earlier this week.
October 7, 2021