New year? New lockdown: Schools, malls, restaurants shuttered under corona restrictions'I know that these steps come at a difficult price for all of us. This is not the holiday we are used to,' said the prime minister, announcing strict new corona restrictions ahead of the Jewish new year. September 13, 2020
Israeli supermodel sentenced for tax evasionThe 35-year-old Refaeli and her mother were convicted in July on offenses of evading paying taxes on income nearing $10 million. September 13, 2020
Haredi minister’s resignation a sign of ultra-Orthodox distrustIsrael Democracy Institute says ultra-Orthodox losing faith in both government and religious politicians. September 13, 2020
Netanyahu heads to Washington for historic peace deal with UAE, BahrainNetanyahu will fly to D.C. on Sunday for a signing at the White House with the UAE and Bahrain. September 13, 2020
‘Major treachery’: Palestinians condemn Israel-Bahrain agreement'The Palestinian leadership rejects this step taken by the Kingdom of Bahrain, and calls on it to immediately take it back.' September 13, 2020
Haredi minister quits government over lockdown imposed during holidaysLitzman threatened to leave the government. He is the most outspoken of the opponents to the lockdown plan. September 13, 2020
Holocaust survivor, 83, brutally beaten in Haifa parkHolocaust survivor brutally beaten: 'Hit me with an iron chain in the back.' September 13, 2020
With F-35 sale to UAE on horizon, Israel assembles team to ensure it keeps military edgeA senior security official said, 'We now enjoy winds of peace, but we live in an unstable area where the wind direction may change rapidly.' September 13, 2020
Bahrain recognizes Israel, announces establishment of diplomatic ties'Ties between these two dynamic societies and advanced economies will continue the positive transformation of the Middle East and increase stability, security, and prosperity in the region,' said a joint statement. September 12, 2020
Daily virus cases surpass 4,000 for 2nd day as Israel heads toward lockdownGovernment announces a 2-week nationwide closure to begin before Rosh Hashana holiday period. September 11, 2020
Iron Dome production facility to open in US'This will be the first Iron Dome all-up-round facility outside of Israel,' Raytheon’s Sam Deneke, vice president of Land Warfare and Air Defense business execution. September 11, 2020
Israel in full crisis mode as cabinet meets: Chances of 1-month lockdown rated highThe government will convene tonight to vote on a four-week closure - starting next Tuesday September 10, 2020
Israel’s small business federation: Lockdown will bring anarchySmall businesses, self-employed threaten to ignore pending national lockdown order. September 10, 2020
BBC producer of Jerusalem documentary promotes pro-Palestinian propaganda on TwitterGathwaite retweeted an article praising Ahed Tamimi, the Palestinian teenager who slapped an IDF soldier in a video that went viral, calling her an 'icon for Palestinian resistance.' September 10, 2020
Anti-Netanyahu protests are ‘engine for disease’; at least 55 with corona took part in demonstrationsThe demonstrations, which have numbered up to 13,000 people tightly packed together, are an 'engine for increasing infection,' Levi said. September 10, 2020
1000 yeshiva students infected with corona, some allegedly on purposeHigh number of coronavirus cases reported as certain schools fail to enforce guidelines and some students infect themselves on purpose. September 9, 2020
WATCH: Thousands attend Arab weddings in Israel, with few masks and no supervisionLarge weddings in the Arab sector are attracting thousands of guests, most of whom do not wear masks or adhere to social distancing rules. September 9, 2020
WATCH: Top Israeli hospitals prepare for ‘twindemic’Major hospitals in Israel are facing the challenge of treating a new spike in coronavirus patients, while preparing for the potential arrival of a 'twindemic' caused by the flu. September 9, 2020
Disorder in the court: Rise in justified complaints against Israeli judgesThe annual report of the ombudsman for judges shows an increase in justified complaints resulting in censure of judges. September 9, 2020
Netanyahu calls for independent investigation of prosecutor’s office, police after revelation of cover-upAfter a bombshell report exposing a cover-up on the part of the police and state prosecutors, the prime minister called for an investigation. September 9, 2020
Health Ministry warns of month-long, nationwide lockdownAs coronavirus infections continue to skyrocket, officials say hospitals are on the verge of collapse under the load. September 9, 2020
Israeli security chief appeared to play role in cover-up of Bedouin shootingNadav Argaman, head of Shabak, Israel's internal security service, prevented an investigator of giving his opinion to the investigative unit. September 9, 2020
Israel buys record 4 million flu vaccinesThe purchase almost doubles last year’s supply, and the health authorities have already decided to expand the circle of mandatory vaccinations. September 9, 2020
US ambassador’s home in Israel sold to billionaire Adelson, report says; asking price was $80 millionThe sprawling seaside compound in the upscale town of Herzliya had an asking price of over $80 million, according to reports. September 9, 2020
WATCH: African nation Chad announces Jerusalem diplomatic officeMuslim-majority Chad announced plans to open a diplomatic office in Jerusalem during a visit to Israel by a high-ranking diplomat this week. September 8, 2020
Israel’s corona czar: ‘These holidays won’t be like your normal holidays’Israel's corona czar said he would work to reduce the 'endless round of meals' during the holiday, which he described as 'classic contagion' events. September 8, 2020
Bombshell in Netanyahu case: State Prosecutor hid conflict of interest as investigator carried out romance with sister of newspaper publisherAn investigation revealed that senior police officials and the State Prosecutor’s office covered up a conflict of interest held by a senior Netanyahu investigator. September 8, 2020
France to Israel: Don’t strip terrorist of Jerusalem residency permit'Mr. Hamouri must be able to lead a normal life in Jerusalem, where he was born and where he resides,' France said. September 8, 2020
Israeli drone that gives first person view into buildings catches US Army’s interestIsraeli drone Skylord lets soldiers 'fly through' buildings to locate terrorists. September 8, 2020
Israeli corona cases hit record high, night curfews imposed on 40 citiesThe Health Ministry reported 3,425 new cases in the last day, the highest since the start of the pandemic in Israel. September 8, 2020
Netanyahu blasts opposition member who calls for disobeying government health restrictionsYisrael Beitenu head Avigdor Liberman reacted: 'The prime minister is spreading chaos, a plague worse than corona.' September 8, 2020
Poll: Bennett’s Right-wing Yemina party soars with 21 seatsPublic showing their frustration at the government's handling of the coronavirus crisis. September 8, 2020
WATCH: Corona curfew-breakers threatened with arrest by Israeli policeIsrael Police Spokesperson Mickey Rosenfeld explained the measures law enforcement is taking to enforce corona-related curfews for the next week. September 7, 2020
Malawi to open embassy in Jerusalem, making it first African country in Israel’s capital'Looking forward to continue advancing with your government this important goal and our relations,' said Oded Joseph, Israel's ambassador to Malawi. September 7, 2020
Hospitals ‘on verge of collapse’: Israeli Physicians Association recommends full lockdown on red citiesHundreds of new serious coronavirus patients, alongside an influx of flu patients expected in the coming winter months, may spell disaster for Israel’s health care system. September 7, 2020
Lockdown downgraded to night curfew as Netanyahu responds to Ultra-OrthodoxThe original plan called for a full lockdown on 10 cities, with mainly Arab or haredi populations. September 7, 2020
Israeli death count passes 1,000: Corona czar ‘terrified’ of coming high holidaysIsrael has ordered a lockdown on 31 cities, which is to begin on Monday, but a threatening letter from the haredim may change the plan. September 6, 2020
Netanyahu calls NY Times’ report on F-35 sale to UAE fake newsThe report further stated that the Emiratis were 'stunned' when the Israeli prime minister made a public disavowal of a potential sale. September 6, 2020
’10 billion in investments’: Israel, UAE business set to boom, says Israeli trade expertIsraeli investors are eagerly eyeing opportunities in the Emirates, especially in the FinTech and cyber security fields. September 6, 2020
Kosovo makes history: First Muslim country to open embassy in Jerusalem'Kosovo will be the first majority-Muslim country to open an embassy in Jerusalem,' declared Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. September 5, 2020
WATCH: Anti-Netanyahu protests reach fever pitch in JerusalemProtesters gathered near Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence in Jerusalem for the twelfth consecutive week, creating an almost deafening racket before clashing with police. September 5, 2020
Israel now has world’s highest coronavirus infection rateSurge in daily infection rate puts Israel in embarrassing position after conquering the first wave earlier this year. September 4, 2020
Hezbollah expected to attack before Jewish holidaysThe Army is making preparations along the northern border where tensions are described as high. September 4, 2020
600,000 Israelis head for lockdown as pandemic spirals out of controlIt's not clear when the lockdown will take effect. The list of cities will only be finalized on Sunday. September 4, 2020
Bahrain opens skies to Israel, joining Saudis in allowing overflightsBahrain, too, has agreed to allow overflight permission to Israeli flights. September 4, 2020
Gov’t greenlights lockdown of 30 Israeli cities amid massive corona spikeThe Israeli government approved harsh new restrictions in an effort to thwart a huge surge in the deadly virus. September 3, 2020
Israeli missile barrage shot down over Homs airbase, Syria saysIsrael blamed for attack on airbase near Homs. Syria says only material losses were sustained. September 3, 2020
Saudi Arabia gives Israel overflight permission to UAEThe official Saudi Press Agency said the statement was in response to a “request by the UAE” for flights to and from the country. September 2, 2020
Corona calamity: Israel’s daily cases surge, lab workers on strike, death toll approaches 1,000The trends don't look promising for a swift end to the pandemic in Israel. Hopes rest on the recently passed 'Traffic Light' plan of the corona czar. September 2, 2020
Kushner: Peace between Israel and all 22 Arab states ‘logical’Trump senior advisor Jared Kushner meets with Saudi and Bahraini monarchs, pushing for normalization with Israel. September 2, 2020
Terrorist injures soldier, policeman in car-ramming attack near ShechemThe terrorist was shot and neutralized when he charged the security forces with a knife. September 2, 2020
UAE’s Etihad Airways now selling tickets to IsraelisAbu Dhabi National Airline inks deal with Israeli company to begin direct flights to Tel Aviv. September 1, 2020
Ayatollah Khamenei: ‘Emiratis betrayed the Islamic world’Iranian President Hassan Rohani recently released a statement blasting the Emiratis for ‘betraying the Palestinian cause’ and ‘making a huge mistake.’ September 1, 2020
Netanyahu invites UAE delegation to Israel: ‘We’ll give them a red carpet welcome’Netanyahu spoke of the historic day and that peace will come to a strong, economically vibrant Israel. September 1, 2020
Rabbi: Violence against Jews visiting Ukraine spiraling ‘out of control’A rabbi says Jews arriving to visit the grave of the founder of Breslov hasidism are being beaten in Ukraine. August 31, 2020
Explosions close to Abu Dhabi airport where peace flight set to arriveExplosions reported near airport in Abu Dhabi where U.S., Israeli delegations set to land. August 31, 2020
Historic Israel-UAE peace flight takes off: ‘The traditional blessing ‘go in peace’ receives special meaning for us’El Al flight 971 carrying Israeli and American delegation bound for Abu Dhabi. August 31, 2020
Netanyahu, after ‘tremendous discussions’ with Trump team, says Palestinians stripped of veto on peaceAfter rattling off a litany of unreasonable Palestinian demands, Netanyahu said, "If we have to wait for the Palestinians, we would have to wait forever." August 30, 2020
Ben Gurion study predicts Israel only weeks away from herd immunityResearcher says coronavirus infection rate should start dropping within weeks August 30, 2020
Israeli lab workers go on strike amid pandemic, effect on corona testing may impact travelersTens of thousands of health tests won't be carried out. August 30, 2020
