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
Israeli Jiu-Jitsu champion and Nova festival survivor dedicates gold medal to murdered friendShikri was also awarded a gold medal in November which he dedicated to his friends who were killed by Hamas at the Nova Music Festival. April 30, 2024
Israeli FM: Rafah op to be suspended if hostage deal securedIsraeli forces are preparing for the Rafah offensive to eliminate four of the final six Hamas battalions. April 28, 2024
Blinken to visit Israel as Rafah battle loomsBlinken will also tour Kibbutz Be’eri, where Hamas terrorists butchered more than a hundred people. April 28, 2024
Smotrich: Gov’t has ‘no right to exist’ if Rafah op canceledJerusalem has emphasized that telling Israel to refrain from operating in Rafah is equivalent to demanding that it lose the war. April 28, 2024
Netanyahu reportedly ‘stressed’ over ICC arrest threat, seeks US supportThere is suspicion that ICC's prosecutor may issue warrants to arrest Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi this week. April 28, 2024
Former top Hague judge: Media wrong to report court ruled ‘plausible’ claim of Israeli genocideThe U.N. high court has yet to rule on South Africa’s initial claim that Israel is committing genocide. April 26, 2024
‘The people of Israel need the blessings now more than ever’: Jews flock to Western WallThe Western Wall Heritage Foundation said more than 30,000 people came for the morning blessings. April 25, 2024
Hamas official: We’re holding 30 IDF soldiers hostageHamas official trumpets number of captive soldier, yet fails to specify whether they were captured alive or dead. April 24, 2024
Israeli government approves increased payments to returned Gaza hostagesThe monthly stipend doubles from $365 to $690. April 23, 2024
Majority of Israelis oppose defense deal with Saudis in exchange for Palestinian stateA total of 55.6% of the Israeli public are against linking Palestinian statehood to a regional defense pact. April 22, 2024
Israeli sells all of it’s bread products on Passover for $150 billionHussein Jabar, 64, from the Arab town of Abu Ghosh west of Israel’s capital, paid a deposit of 20,000 shekels. April 22, 2024
IDF intel chief resigns over Oct. 7 failureHaliva’s announcement comes after the IDF withdrew almost all ground troops from the Strip. April 22, 2024
Israeli politicians unite in condemning proposed US sanctions against IDF unitOpposition leader Yair Lapid called the proposed sanctions a 'mistake' that would cause a 'serious erosion of our international status.' April 22, 2024
Benjamin Netanyahu on Passover Eve: ‘We will overcome those who seek our lives – Thanks to the faith of our people’'It (Hamas) is hardening its heart and refusing to let our people go ... (Israel will) increase the military and diplomatic pressure on Hamas because this is the only way to free our hostages and achieve our victory.' April 22, 2024
3 wounded in Passover Eve car-ramming; police pursuing terrorists'It's a huge miracle' that more people were not wounded in the attack, said a witness. April 22, 2024
‘Assume Hamas leaders receive UNRWA funding’This is because UNRWA doesn't revoke refugee status for Palestinian terrorists. April 21, 2024
Israel to summon envoys of countries that voted for Pal state at UNSCForeign Minister Israel Katz described the Security Council vote as a 'reward for terrorism.' April 21, 2024
Israel shoots down report only 40 hostages still aliveThe IDF has confirmed that 34 of those taken to Gaza on Oct. 7 are dead, and others are feared to be no longer alive. April 21, 2024
Hebrew University professor who accused Israel of genocide arrestedArab-Israeli professor who denied Gaza terrorists raped Israelis, accused Israel of 'genocide,' arrested for incitement. April 18, 2024
‘Gaza stores full; markets overwhelmed with goods’'There is no food shortage in Gaza, and there never was,' said an Israeli official familiar with the details. April 18, 2024
Israeli teens displaced by war face mental health struggles and substance abuse: reportThe report said that teen evacuees from the north consume twice as many drugs and alcohol as evacuees from the south. April 18, 2024
US agrees to IDF Rafah operation in exchange for diminished Iran strikeNetanyahu reportedly promises to act with restraint against Iran, in exchange for American approval to invade Rafah. April 18, 2024
Herzog: World must work ‘decisively and defiantly’ against IranHerzog reiterated the Jewish state’s 'unequivocal' commitment to defending its people. April 17, 2024
Hostage talks at ‘sensitive stage,’ Hamas keeps stallingWhile Israel has shown flexibility in the hopes of arriving at a hostage deal, Hamas has impeded an agreement. April 17, 2024
Freed hostages, captives’ families to hold special Passover SederThis Seder is not a celebration, it's a continuation of the fight for freedom. April 17, 2024
Hezbollah suicide drone attack on northern Israel leaves 18 injured'We have currently issued instructions for residents to enter bomb shelters until further notice.' April 17, 2024
Israel will launch ‘limited,’ direct counter-attack on Iran: Report'It’s clear the Israelis are making a decision to act,' says UK Foreign Secretary. April 17, 2024
Heaviest known black hole in Milky Way uncoveredThe newly discovered black hole is three times larger than the previous biggest one. April 16, 2024
