IDF operation recovers bodies of 3 captives from RafahIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the losses are 'heartbreaking.' May 18, 2024
Netherlands finding ‘appropriate time’ to move embassy to JerusalemDuring a meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog earlier this year, Wilders pledged his 'full support' for the war against Hamas terrorism. May 18, 2024
Netanyahu submits bill to draft ultra-Orthodox studentsThe draft bill calls on setting targets for ultra-Orthodox conscription, capping at 35% of male students by 2036. May 16, 2024
US Gaza aid pier to be operational within daysShips will set sail from Cyprus to the floating platform a few kilometers off the Gazan shore, before being loaded onto smaller vessels. May 16, 2024
‘A strong Israel is vital to the United States’: 94 former US military generals, admirals sign letter supporting Jewish stateThe letter comes amid growing pressure on Biden to continue to enact more policies critical of Israel. May 16, 2024
‘No Israeli control’: Blinken clashes with Netanyahu on Gaza’s futureBiden administration staunchly against Israel maintaining post-war military control in the Strip. May 16, 2024
Netanyahu clashes with Defense Minister over possible Israeli control of GazaDefense Minister Yoav Gallant publicly demands Netanyahu commit to Israel handing over control of Gaza after war; Prime Minister vows not to turn 'Hamastan into Fatahstan.' May 15, 2024
Israeli Cabinet rejects UN Palestinian statehood resolutionThe Cabinet approved three statements, signaling to the United Nations that it will not consider any resolution on the matter binding. May 15, 2024
Returning all hostages may be impossible, warns Israeli lawmakerThe hostages will be freed when 'Hamas understands it doesn’t have a choice but to return them,' says Coalition MK. May 15, 2024
Israeli FM: Egypt key to preventing Gaza humanitarian crisisThe Israeli government wants to allow aid into Gaza through Rafah, but is unable to do so without Egyptian cooperation. May 15, 2024
Thousands of Israelis rally for Gaza resettlementParticipants were briefly forced to lie on the ground when missiles were launched from Gaza; the Iron Dome defense system shot them down. May 15, 2024
Wounded Soldiers to Netanyahu: Continue Gaza war until Hamas is beatenIsraeli prime minister meets with wounded IDF soldiers during Independence Day. May 14, 2024
Israel celebrates 76th Independence Day in the shadow of ongoing war, with hostages still in captivityProtesters government held an alternative, torch-extinguishing ceremony in Binyamina. May 14, 2024
Israeli President Herzog – ‘We need to choose life’ and redeem the hostagesThe event, held at the President's residence, was organized to honor 120 Outstanding IDF soldiers. May 14, 2024
New immigrants making a difference as IDF ‘lone soldiers’As Israel consecutively observes Memorial Day and Independence Day, the sacrifices and stories of lone soldiers are brought to light. May 14, 2024
Israel celebrates 76 years of independenceThis year’s celebrations are mixed with sorrow as the war in Gaza and the rocket attacks in the north continue. May 14, 2024
Israel marks first wartime Independence Day'The War Didn’t Break Our Spirit’ - Israel marks somber Independence Day in the shadow of October 7th and the ongoing Gaza war. May 13, 2024
“Our losses are too many” – Israel marks Remembrance Day 2024Out of 1,606 deaths since last Remembrance Day, 1,550 military personnel and civilians have fallen in battle and been murdered in Israel since October 7. May 13, 2024
Israeli FM may appoint Eurovision singer as envoy to EuropeIf chosen as Israel's public diplomacy envoy, Golan will represent Israel while visiting Jewish communities, campuses, and public events in Europe. By Vered Weiss, World Israel News Following her 5th pla... May 13, 2024
Body of missing Israeli hiker found in PeruReservist fell to his death along challenging hiking route in the Andes, authorities say. May 13, 2024
‘We are determined to win this battle’ – NetanyahuNetanyahu: 'It is either Israel or the Hamas monsters.' May 13, 2024
Survey: 72% of reserve IDF soldiers back Rafah invasionThe vast majority of reservists are opposed to hostage deal that would see thousands of terrorists freed. May 13, 2024
IDF Chief accepts ‘full responsibility’ for failures on October 7thI carry with me every day the memory of the fallen, and I am responsible for answering the sharp questions that keep you awake. May 12, 2024
Israel marks first post-Oct. 7 Memorial DaySince last Memorial Day (April 25, 2023), 1,594 Israeli soldiers and civilians have died. May 12, 2024
‘We can never forget how lucky we are’Israel will usher in Memorial Day for the Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism (Yom Hazikaron) with a one-minute siren at 8 p.m. on Sunday May 12, 2024
IDF may administer Gaza for up to a year after warThe plan under consideration calls for civilian rule through the IDF. May 12, 2024
Israel to mark first post-Oct. 7 Memorial DayA total of 30,139 security personnel and civilians have been killed defending the Land of Israel May 12, 2024
Israel at Eurovision 2024: High security, threats, and boycottsEden Golan was forced to stay isolated in her hotel room, due to concerns she could be physically assaulted by the anti-Israel mobs. May 12, 2024
Israel places 5th in Eurovision after antisemitic protests, threats't's a great privilege to be here and to represent the nation,' says singer Eden Golan. May 12, 2024
Gaza war forces major changes to Israeli Independence Day celebrationsThe state ceremony will be pre-filmed, with traditional torch-lighters honoring groups, not individuals, no fireworks, and references throughout to the ongoing fighting. May 11, 2024
Israel documenting hostage stories amidst emotional testimoniesThe project is called 'Hostages Documentation Project' which will be a collection of testimonies accessible to the public. May 11, 2024
1,594 Israeli soldiers and civilians killed since last Memorial DayA total of 30,134 security forces and civilians have been killed in defending the land of Israel and in terrorist attacks since 1860. May 10, 2024
Leaders of northern communities threaten to secede from Israel on Independence DayEvacuees were angered when Netanyahu said, 'What's the worst that will happen if they return a few months after September 1?' May 10, 2024
‘From Darkness to Light’: Jerusalem exhibition tells story of women who survived Oct. 7The $1.4 million exhibition, 'From Darkness to Light,' will open to the public at large on May 20. May 10, 2024
Netanyahu reaffirms promise to defeat Hamas, despite Biden threatsThe Biden administration has withheld the approval of the sale to the Israel Defense Forces of two types of precision-guided bombs. May 9, 2024
Presumed hostage murdered on Oct. 7th, body held in GazaLior Rudaeff, 61, was an Argentinean-born member of Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak. May 8, 2024
Israeli gov’t coalition members rally around Rafah operationMany ministers expressed opposition to continued negotiations with Hamas after the terror group refused generous deals. May 7, 2024
Freed Israeli hostage to leave hospital after five monthsElma Avraham left Gaza with a pulse of 40 and a body temperature of 82 degrees Fahrenheit. May 7, 2024
IDF takes Rafah crossing, Egypt blocks fleeing GazansLate Monday evening, Israel appeared to begin its long-delayed Rafah operation. May 7, 2024
‘Resilience is the key to make people feel safe’: Trauma experts empower Negev communitiesThe event served as a platform for discussing the pressing need to strengthen resilience and address trauma within the region. May 7, 2024
Hundreds attend funeral of Holocaust survivor on Yom HaShoahWith no immediate family to mourn Esther Greizer, the community flocked to her funeral. May 6, 2024
Israel marks Holocaust Remembrance Day amid war and fears for hostagesA nationwide moment of silence was held at 10 AM. May 6, 2024
18-year-old former hostage enlists in the IDFThe 18-year-old Weiss, along with her mother, Shiri, were kidnapped by Hamas from Kibbutz Be’eri on Oct. 7th. May 6, 2024
WATCH: Wreath-laying ceremony at Yad Vashem in honor of Holocaust Memorial DayThe annual wreath-laying ceremony was held on Monday at Yad Vashem to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day. May 6, 2024
‘Take Rafah, Hamas doesn’t want a hostage deal,’ says ex-IDF General'An Israeli victory in Rafah can also force a recalculation of the course on the part of Hezbollah,' says retired Brig. Gen. Amir Avivi. May 6, 2024
Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremonies at Yad Vashem in JerusalemSix Holocaust survivors light the torches and tell their harrowing stories as Yom HaShoah kicks off in Israel. May 5, 2024
Israel moves to shut down Al JazeeraEfforts to ban Al Jazeera gained momentum in February after reporter Mohamed Washah was exposed as a Hamas commander. May 5, 2024
Israeli security bars wrestling team from competing in Turkey for Olympic qualifierOn Thursday, Turkey announced that it was halting all trade with Israel. May 5, 2024
Israeli man thought to be in captivity found buried in IsraelElyakim Libman, who was believed to be Hamas hostage, was mistakenly buried alongside another October 7th victim. May 5, 2024
Report: Turkish terrorist traveled to Israel with official delegationHassan Saklana, 34, an imam from Turkey stabbed a Border Police officer outside the Old City’s Herod’s Gate on Tuesday after entering Israel through Jordan a day earlier. May 3, 2024
Israeli widow whose husband was kidnapped, murdered on Oct. 7 by Hamas delivers 4th childTal, 41, was taken hostage by Hamas terrorists after he joined the kibbutz Nir Yitzhak rapid response team to fight terrorists invading the community. May 3, 2024
New scientific study confirms biblical events in ancient JerusalemResearch sheds light on Jerusalem's First Temple period, providing details into city's biblical history. May 2, 2024
Israel’s UN ambassador says organization’s ‘days are numbered’Israeli ambassador to the U.N. Gilad Erdan slammed the organization for doing 'nothing for the victims' of Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre. May 2, 2024
Israeli High Court gives gov’t two-week reprieve on Orthodox army exemptionsHaredi political leaders have threatened to quit the governing coalition if the High Court imposes conscription. May 2, 2024
Blinken: There are ‘better ways’ to defeat Hamas than Rafah opThe Biden administration 'will not support a major military operation in Rafah,' says Secretary of State Antony Blinken. May 2, 2024
Hamas rejects ‘generous’ ceasefire, hostage dealHamas official claims terror group is winning the war, thanks to Iranian support, and therefore does not need to accept a ceasefire at this time. May 2, 2024
Jerusalem deputy mayor calls for expulsion of UN agencyDeputy Mayor of Jerusalem leds protest calling for the expulsion of UNRWA from Israel's capital. May 1, 2024
Israeli embassy and Indian forces hold security drill as diplomats brace for surge of antisemitic attacksHeightened security measures come in the wake of the ICC reportedly intending to arrest senior Israeli officials. May 1, 2024
Israel will re-occupy southern Lebanon if Hezbollah doesn’t retreat: FMForeign Minister Israel Katz threatens Israeli takeover of Lebanese territory if Hezbollah refuses to retreat north of the Litani River. May 1, 2024
War Cabinet meeting canceled amid infighting over RafahFinance Minister Smotrich urged the premier to order the Israel Defense Forces to immediately enter Rafah 'with all its might.' April 30, 2024
