WATCH: Israeli president arrives in Berlin, gets state welcome ceremony President Isaac Herzog was welcomed Sunday to Schloss Bellevue, the German presidential palace in Berlin, with a state welcome ceremony featuring an honor guard. September 4, 2022
New IDF chief: First Orthodox Jew chosen for position, ‘most suitable officer’ Gantz 'came to the decision that Halevi is the most suitable officer' for the position, the Ministry of Defense stated. September 4, 2022
Rebranding? ‘I’m an Arab Palestinian,’ says Arab party head 'My identity is very clear: I am Arab-Palestinian,' Mansour Abbas said, distancing himself from any identification with the State of Israel. September 4, 2022
Armed Hamas terrorists conduct military drill in Samaria Gaza-based terror group flexes its muscles far beyond the borders of the coastal enclave in Palestinian Authority-administered territory. September 4, 2022
Over four million travelers hitting Ben Gurion Airport over next two months In the arrivals department, more than 80,000 tourists are booked to enter Israel on the eve of the Jewish New Year alone. September 4, 2022
WATCH: Israeli ‘game’ helps Ukrainian children process trauma As the invasion of Ukraine continues, Israeli experts come up with a ‘game’ to help traumatized Ukrainian children process their severe PTSD. September 4, 2022
Israel starts campaign to bring American Christians on excavation trips Israeli Tourism Ministry launches joint effort with Museum of the Bible and parks authority, offering American Christians 10-day tours featuring trips to archaeological digs and heritage trips. September 4, 2022
Israel expedites purchase of aircraft that will assist in attacking Iranian nuclear sites Defense Minister Benny Gantz hailed it as an 'essential move' that will 'enable the IDF to face security challenges near and far.' September 2, 2022
WATCH: Israeli police arrest Arab bride in wedding dress as wanted groom flees The groom, suspected of threatening a police officer with a weapon, has a criminal record. September 1, 2022
Zelensky speaks to Lapid for first time, calls on Israel to join Russia sanctions The Israeli premier also called on Israelis not to travel to Uman for the high holidays. September 1, 2022
WATCH: Israeli security expert supports Netanyahu’s public approach to Iran threat Brig Gen. (res.) Amir Avivi discusses Israel's ongoing effort to curb the Iran nuclear agreement that the parties are close to finalizing. September 1, 2022
Family of IDF soldier killed during training exercise demands answers Relatives of 19-year-old armored corps soldier Eitan Fichman say they still have not received a clear explanation of the circumstances surrounding his death. September 1, 2022
Israel penalizes groups laundering money for Hamas, involves hundreds of millions of dollars The 20 organizations and individuals launder the money through shell companies based in several countries in the region. September 1, 2022
Israel’s Supreme Court upholds Jewish man’s murder conviction in Duma case Supreme Court rejects appeal filed by Israeli man convicted of murdering Arab family in 2015 firebomb attack. September 1, 2022
Capitulation? Islamic Jihad prisoner says Israel freeing him soon, ends hunger strike Hunger-striking prisoner Khalil Awawdeh called the decision a 'resounding victory' for the Palestinian people. September 1, 2022
WATCH: Strike ended, Israeli children begin school year on time A last-minute deal between the teacher's union and Education and Finance ministries allowed the school year to begin on time, although not all of the teachers' demands were met. September 1, 2022
Biden, Lapid finally discuss brewing Iran deal – here’s what was agreed The leaders reiterated their commitment to preventing Iran from achieving a nuclear bomb. Israel will preserve the right to military action if needed. By Debbie Reiss, World Israel News Prime Minister Yai... August 31, 2022
Israel attacks Syrian international airport with missiles: report An Iranian U.S.-sanctioned plane appeared to land at the airport just prior to the alleged Israeli strike. August 31, 2022
Former Israeli MK, spying for Hezbollah, funneled money to Arab party Former Arab-Israeli MK who fled Israel for Qatar after allegedly spying for Hezbollah reportedly sent suitcases of cash back to the Arab-Israeli Balad party to cover its mounting debts. August 31, 2022
IDF soldier killed in training accident All training involving armored combat vehicles has been halted in the IDF for the time being. August 31, 2022
Syrian nabbed with fake Israeli passport, ‘worst forgery of all time’ It could be the 'worst forgery of all time,' Israeli officials chuckle, with Hebrew words upside down and a misspelling even in English. August 31, 2022
Israel’s Supreme Court denies hunger-striking Islamic Jihad prisoner’s appeal Detainment 'fully justified,' the judges said, adding that he poses an imminent risk to national security. August 31, 2022
UN human rights chief blasts Israel, asks what Jerusalem ‘is trying to hide’ Israel's mission to the UN fires back, says Michelle Bachelet has acted "as a mouthpiece for the Palestinian Authority" during her tenure. August 31, 2022
Israeli singer changes tune, apologizes for slamming religious ‘settlers’ Singer Aviv Geffen performed in the Samarian town of Beit El for the first time and his contrite monologue touched the audience. August 31, 2022
State inquiry blames Netanyahu, senior officials for Meron disaster A special committee, which investigated the incident and interviewed many witnesses, sent letters of warning to a list of politicians and officials, including the former prime minister. August 30, 2022
‘Wonder Woman’ visits Israeli children in Gaza border town rocked by missile attacks Star of 'Wonder Woman' films surprises a group of Israeli kids in southern Israel with visit to Gaza border town. August 30, 2022
‘Touching our roots and heritage’: Ancient Israelite settlement discovered 'These discoveries are an answer to anyone who doubts the rightness of the way and our presence here and in all of Israel,' said the head of the Binyamin Regional Council in Judea and Samaria. August 29, 2022
Wanted Islamic Jihad member captured after IDF firefight Zakarneh’s arrest came after a recent spike in shooting attacks against Israeli military installations in Judea and Samaria. August 29, 2022
Arab turnout in Israel’s upcoming elections projected to hit all-time low Just 39% of Arab Israelis intend to vote in November, according to a Kan News poll • Netanyahu's Likud Party is projected to gain 1.5 mandates among Arab voters. August 29, 2022
First time since 1967: Israelis enter Temple Mount through Gate of the Tribes It appears that Sunday’s special entry does not signify a new permanent arrangement. August 29, 2022
Biden, Lapid teams seek meeting next month The date being discussed is Sept. 20, during the 77th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations. August 28, 2022
MK instigated Arab attack on Jews in Jerusalem, says Zionist NGO 'Just before the lynching, MK Ofer Cassif stood there and inflamed the Arabs,' wrote B'Tzalmo in an open letter to Israel's Attorney General. August 28, 2022
Religious soldiers claim ‘unfair scrutiny,’ say IDF head rushes to take Palestinian side 'They showed only what happened in the end, the last part of the video where the soldiers use force against the Palestinians....twisting the narrative at our expense.' August 28, 2022
Israel’s president to be guest of honor at 125th anniversary of First Zionist Congress Some 1,400 people will attend the three-day event to celebrate the 1897 event after which Theodor Herzl declared to his diary, 'At Basel I founded the Jewish state.' August 28, 2022
7-year-old Israeli girl shot by Arabs while playing in front yard 'I'm really shocked, I can't process it,' the girl's mother said. The child is expected to make a full recovery. August 28, 2022
WATCH: Palestinian workers in Israel protest new rules, demand cash The new protocol applies to all Israelis as well, as the country is clamping down on rampant money-laundering. August 28, 2022
Near-lynching: Jerusalem Arabs attack flag-bearing Israelis, arrested An Arab mob beat the victim with Palestinian flags. Another had managed to escape. August 28, 2022
WATCH: Israeli study warns artificial sweeteners are not safe Some artificial sweeteners are marketed as a healthier substitute for sugar, but Israeli researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science are now confirming their decade-old warning. August 28, 2022
Make sure Iran never has nuclear bomb, Gantz tells US Army, urging cooperation 'We will continue to deepen the cooperation, to expand the necessary actions to harm Iran's couriers, and to make sure that Iran never has a nuclear weapon,' Gantz stated. August 26, 2022
WATCH: Will Ukrainian and Russian immigrants impact Israeli elections? i24NEWS correspondent Esther Ivanova reports on how new immigrants fleeing the war in Ukraine could impact this year's Israeli election. August 26, 2022
WATCH: Muslim Wakf dumps garbage on holy site in Jerusalem The Muslim Wakf dumps garbage on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem - the holiest site for the Jewish people and Islam’s third-holiest. August 26, 2022
Mossad chief calls ‘inevitable’ nuclear deal a ‘strategic disaster’ 'The Mossad is committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The agreement does not apply to Israel, nor does the freedom of action to continue operating.' August 26, 2022
Jerusalem Arab arrested for planning attack in city center An additional three suspects were arrested for crimes of terrorist activity and participation in violent disturbances. August 25, 2022
Palestinians hail Meretz party leader as sympathetic to their cause 'The struggle to end the occupation is alive and well,' wrote a senior Fatah official in his congratulatory message to Zehava Gal-On. August 25, 2022
Final ruling: 25 years in UAE prison for Israeli woman The ruling specified that Fidaa Kiwan is no longer entitled to additional appeals for her case, marking an official end to her legal saga. August 25, 2022
CRISIS: Israel’s doctors resigning en-masse amid ongoing protests Doctors are being told to be patients until after the upcoming November election, but protestors demand the current government abide by its promises to make change. August 25, 2022
Biden snubs Lapid, refuses to speak about Iran deal because he’s ‘on vacation’ Defense Minister Benny Gantz's meeting with U.S. counterpart Lloyd Austin also nixed, according to a Channel 13 report. August 25, 2022
Saudi paper: Israeli F-35s fighter jets enter Iran airspace for ‘secret’ drills Israel and the U.S. also carried out 'massive' drills simulating aerial and maritime attacks on Iran, the London-based Elaph reported. August 24, 2022
WATCH: Netanyahu explains what will happen to America if nuclear deal is signed If signed, the new Iran deal will give the Islamic Republic 'a golden-paved highway to a nuclear arsenal,' explains Netanyahu. August 24, 2022
WATCH: Israel is not obligated by this ‘bad deal’ with Iran, Lapid declares 'We have made it clear to everyone: if a deal is signed, it does not obligate Israel. We will act to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear state,' Lapid said. August 24, 2022
Gantz welcomes Arab Joint List support for premiership Addressing Arab voters on TV, Gantz reminded viewers that the Joint List supported his candidacy to be prime minister in previous elections and he was 'happy about that.' August 24, 2022
Israeli kidnapped in Brazil, rescued by local police The victim, who was abducted by a local gang and held for ransom, was released overnight. August 24, 2022
Nightmare: Israeli doctor removes live cockroach from woman’s ear 'It’s something I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy,' said Dr. Jay Wohlgelernter, the surgeon who removed the cockroach August 24, 2022
Israeli leaders make last-ditch effort to stop Biden from approving dangerous Iran deal Israel would not be committed to abide by any agreement with Iran, Israel declared. August 24, 2022
‘We can’t take any chances’: Netanyahu appeals to the right for unity ahead of elections 'We all have one goal: to establish a strong, stable nationalist government for the next four years,' the former prime minister stressed. August 23, 2022
Israeli frozen vegetable giant in hot water as snakes, rats and fingernails discovered The incident prompted a surprise inspection of the Sunfrost factory and a massive drop in sales. August 23, 2022
Maps separating Judea, Samaria from Israel to be used in Tel Aviv schools Tel Aviv mayor orders local schools to use maps displaying the Green Line, in direct violation of Education Ministry guidelines. August 23, 2022
Russia slams Israel over strikes in Syria Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, who said Hitler had 'Jewish blood,' now condemns Israel for 'dangerous' strikes. August 23, 2022
Special forces thwart attempts by Bedouins to infiltrate IDF base In recent years, parts of the Bedouin sector in Israel have become aligned with extreme Islamic ideologies, including those of Hamas and the Islamic State. August 23, 2022
A first: Palestinians fly abroad from Israel’s Ramon Airport According to the pilot program, Palestinian groups can shuttle by bus to the Negev hub instead of crossing into Jordan to fly from Amman. August 23, 2022
