Herzog receives credentials from Fiji, Thai ambassadors This is the first ambassador sent by Fiji to Israel. February 3, 2026
Israel formalizes Orthodox integration into military with new guidelines Haredi recruitment has increased 60 percent over the past two years, though most still choose regular army units. February 3, 2026
Israel welcomes Ukraine’s IRGC terror designation Zelensky noted that Ukraine supports “people who value freedom and are truly ready to fight for it.” February 3, 2026
IDF appoints ‘Captain Ella’ as new Arabic spokesperson Waweya becomes the IDF’s chief spokesperson in Arabic at a time of continued regional tension and high-stakes information warfare. February 3, 2026
US, Israeli navies conduct planned Red Sea drill In recent weeks, Washington has increased the movement of military assets into the Middle East, expanding both defensive and offensive capabilities. February 3, 2026
Opposition party chief threatens to defund settlements if Netanyahu loses power Head of the left-wing The Democrats party says that if an alternative government is formed after this year's Knesset election, Israeli towns in Judea and Samaria will be stripped of all funding. February 3, 2026
Ancient vessel from Jewish Galilee on display at the Knesset The exhibition, which opened on Monday during the Knesset’s annual Tu B’Shevat celebration, traces Jewish leadership institutions from the Great Assembly and Sanhedrin to the modern Israeli parliament. February 2, 2026
Witkoff to visit Israel amid reports of renewed US-Iran talks Trump has warned of possible military action, saying Iran must abandon nuclear ambitions and stop killing protesters. February 2, 2026
Dairy producers to shut off Israel’s milk supply Israel's dairy industry goes on strike, leaving the country without fresh milk beginning Tuesday, in protest of government's plans to cut the cost of dairy products. February 2, 2026
Hamas announces transition readiness as Rafah crossing reopens Developments on the ground also advanced Monday with the reopening of the Rafah Border Crossing to limited pedestrian traffic. February 2, 2026
Tesla to begin autonomous driving trial in Israel 'Integrating smart autonomous systems on roads, under supervision and control, is another step toward strengthening road safety and reducing accidents caused by human factors,' Transport Minister Miri Regev said. February 2, 2026
Israeli woman detained in Turkey after alleged insults to Erdogan, Turkish flag during Istanbul visit Under Article 299 of the Turkish Penal Code, 'insulting the president' can carry a prison sentence of one to four years. February 2, 2026
New university, airport revival, anchor Kiryat Shmona rehabilitation push The comprehensive plan for the city and its environs aims to lure a young, strong population to the North. February 2, 2026
Israel withdraws from Open Government Partnership, citing political bias In September 2025, Spain barred Israel from attending an OGP conference on its soil, prompting a dismissive response from the organization’s management. February 2, 2026
Deni Avdija becomes first Israeli selected as an NBA All-Star Deni is also considered a front-runner for the league’s Most Improved Player award. February 2, 2026
Mormon-affiliated US charities sent tens of millions to NGOs linked to Hamas, says watchdog According to the report, Globus Relief transferred at least $119 million and Lifting Hands nearly $20 million to about ten such groups over several years. February 1, 2026
Somalia blocking Israeli carrier from transiting its airspace Arkia said that it has not received a renewal of its permit to fly over Somalia airspace, which expired at the end of January, and may be forced to alter its flight route to Thailand. February 1, 2026
Gaza doctor who attacked Israel in NYT op-eds identified by IDF as Hamas terrorist Israeli officials have repeatedly said Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad exploit medical sites as cover. February 1, 2026
16 Jewish, Israeli athletes to watch in the 2026 Winter Olympics Here are some of the biggest Jewish names to watch when the Olympic torch is lit in Milan. February 1, 2026
Israelis hit beaches and trails amid February heatwave The last time these temperatures were recorded in February was in 1987, according to Ynet. February 1, 2026
US approves potential $6.6 billion arms sale to Israel The report said that the deal would include 30 AH-64 Apache helicopters, 3,250 infantry fighting vehicles and support parts for armored personnel carriers and power supplies. February 1, 2026
Former hostage chief: Rescue missions were called off to avoid risking captives Brig. Gen. (res.) Gal Hirsch detailed canceled missions, Qatar’s role and Hamas strategy in interview. February 1, 2026
Rafah Border Crossing set to reopen to pedestrians The crossing has remained a sensitive issue, with Israel seeking to prevent Hamas from exploiting it for military or smuggling purposes. February 1, 2026
US officials say Israeli concerns about Gaza Board of Peace are ‘unfounded’ The underlying message is clear: President Trump will make the calls, and the US will ensure full implementation of all objectives of the plan. January 31, 2026
Diplomatic ties fray further as South Africa and Israel kick out each other’s envoys The South African Zionist Federation decried Seidman’s expulsion as an act of 'staggering moral bankruptcy.' January 31, 2026
Israeli army shuts down Hostages and Missing Persons HQ after recovering all 255 captives The unit’s work was extraordinarily complex, requiring constant intelligence gathering, as Hamas frequently moved hostages around Gaza, particularly in Gaza City. January 29, 2026
Knesset OKs upping gov’t aid for bereaved military families, terror victims The amendments are estimated to cost about half a billion shekels ($160 million) in the first year, according to the Defense Ministry. January 29, 2026
Low death rates but deep scars: Israel reviews health system’s war performance The review, conducted by six teams beginning in March 2025, examined command and control, logistics, rehabilitation, evacuation procedures, community care for evacuees, and mental health services. January 28, 2026
‘The first to go out, the last to return’ – Funeral held for Ran Gvili This was not merely a funeral. It was a national moment of reckoning. January 28, 2026
Knesset approves major aid package for IDF widows and orphans Benefits include expanded child support, housing and education grants, and a broadened definition of an orphan. January 28, 2026
Huckabee calls to “burn the kitchen down” in Iran Huckabee said that Christians need to understand that they will be the next target of the Islamists. January 28, 2026
Israeli authorities probe large-scale smuggling network moving goods into Gaza While the specifics remain sealed, authorities have previously acknowledged that over the past year, thousands of items—such as tobacco, batteries, and other goods—have been smuggled into Gaza. January 27, 2026
Israel eyes joint defense projects as cornerstone of new US defense deal Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that he wants to 'taper off' that aid within the next decade. January 27, 2026
From a Romanian forced labor camp to a proud IDF legacy For Reiter, now 97 and a resident of Beersheva since 1951, the memories of his childhood under the fascist Romanian regime in the Second World War remain vivid and brutally painful. January 27, 2026
Rafah crossing set to reopen after return of final Israeli hostage The crossing is expected to open on Wednesday in a preliminary phase to prepare for the movement of people in both directions. January 27, 2026
Sa’ar hails Kazakhstan’s entry into Abraham Accords Marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Sa’ar also reflected on Jewish history and thanked Kazakhstan for sheltering Jews who fled Nazi persecution, calling tolerance 'part of Kazakhstan’s DNA.' January 27, 2026
New details on the operation that brought home Israel’s last hostage There was crying and hugging as Kaddish was recited beside the body, wrapped in an Israeli flag. January 27, 2026
Israel facing ‘sensitive period’ by end of the week, aviation chief tells airlines Head of Israel's aviation authority hints that the Middle East could face a major war by the end of the week, warning foreign airlines that the country is poised to enter a "sensitive period." January 26, 2026
Netanyahu scrambles to save government as allies threaten to force early elections Coalition forced to delay vote on state budget after ultra-Orthodox lawmakers demand Knesset legal advisor back draft law. January 26, 2026
Terrell prays for peace at Jerusalem’s Western Wall Terrell said he was 'privileged' to stand in Israel’s holiest city, and wished 'for the Israeli people to live in peace' and to 'stop the hatred towards Jewish people.' January 26, 2026
Israel approves $1.9B aid package for reserve soldiers Defense Minister Katz stressed that the benefits package is not only for reservists but also for their families and the businesses that support them. January 25, 2026
Israeli FM heads to Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan with business delegation While in Kazakhstan, Sa’ar will also meet with Jewish community leaders and attend a ceremony marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day. January 25, 2026
Why an Arab father hid his son’s identity from Hamas Following Oct. 7, Ramzy made the agonizing decision to erase 'Nassar' from Liam’s name in absentia and his own identity from media reports. January 25, 2026
US ‘imposed’ reopening of Gaza crossing on Israel – report With Israel's security cabinet poised to authorize reopening of Rafah crossing, officials say the decision was 'imposed' by the US on Israel, which was blindsided by announcement at Board of Peace inauguration. January 25, 2026
Netanyahu names new Negev community after hostage Ran Gvili Israeli officials stressed that the next phase of President Trump’s ceasefire framework cannot move forward until Gvili is returned. January 25, 2026
In first, Israeli bobsleigh team qualifies for Winter Olympics 'Dreams do come true. For this dream, that day is today. The Israeli Bobsled Team is now ‘The Israeli Olympic Bobsled Team.’ We are headed to Milan,' pilot and team captain Adam “AJ” Edelman wrote on Instagram. January 25, 2026
Israel closer to privatization of defense giants as innovation accelerates The goal is to leverage the 'faster and cheaper' aspects of Israeli startups -- traits that accelerate the arms race in Israel’s favor and can also be leveraged to attract venture capital. January 25, 2026
US envoys in Israel to discuss future of Gaza Earlier this month, Washington announced that the plan had now moved into the second phase. January 24, 2026
Major airlines suspend Middle East flights as fears grow of imminent US strike on Iran The pullback comes as Washington signals a growing military posture and Tehran threatens severe retaliation if attacked. January 24, 2026
Classified Iran intel may have been used for betting, security probe says The user who placed the bets reportedly earned more than $150,000. January 23, 2026
Israel blocks US firm takeover of Iron Dome software developer The primary concern stems from the transfer of control over classified command-and-control capabilities to a foreign entity, even one based in a close ally such as the U.S. January 23, 2026
Israel’s imports of Azerbaijani oil hit three-year high At the same time, Azerbaijan is a leading purchaser of Israeli military hardware, which helped Baku in the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War with archrival Armenia in 2020. January 23, 2026
Netanyahu trial is hurting Israel, says Herzog, but says he can’t give automatic pardon Israel's president laments that Prime Minister Netanyahu's ongoing trial is bad for the country, but adds he cannot grant President Trump's request to grant an automatic pardon. January 22, 2026
Israeli airlines ready to evacuate entire fleet from Ben Gurion Airport within hours if Iran launches missiles Transportation Minister Miri Regev says her ministry and the airlines are now calibrated for 'any scenario, both in defense and attack.' January 22, 2026
Knesset bars PA-trained teachers from Israeli schools Lawmakers say the measure is needed to prevent future anti-Israel radicalization. January 22, 2026
Israel police loosen Temple Mount prayer restrictions for Jewish visitors According to Beyadenu, a Jerusalem-based non-profit, 68,429 Jews ascended the Temple Mount - a 22% increase compared to last year’s 56,057. January 21, 2026
Eilat begins path to establishing a medical school A Hungarian university will open a preclinical program with plans to expand into a full six-year medical track. January 21, 2026
IDF chief visits air base as Mideast tensions rise amid Iran threats 'We are prepared for different scenarios and constantly improving our capabilities in order to achieve victory in the overall campaign against our enemies,' Zamir said. January 21, 2026
Hostage family sues UNRWA for NIS 25 million over Oct. 7 abduction The body of Jonathan Samerano was taken into Gaza by an UNRWA employee using an agency vehicle. January 21, 2026
Ex-IDF chief proposes massive alliance to oust Netanyahu As former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett challenges Netanyahu to a debate, former army chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot proposes alliance of center and left-of-center parties in bid to defeat the Likud and form alternative government. January 21, 2026
