Israel Katz becomes Israel’s new foreign ministerHe will replace Eli Cohen who will take over as energy and infrastructure minister. January 2, 2024
A First: Israeli High Court strikes down amendment to Basic LawIn addition, 12 out of 15 judges ruled in favor of the right of the High Court to conduct a review of Basic Laws. January 1, 2024
Israel’s population hits 9.84 million as Jewish majority continues to shrinkAfter a post-COVID boom, Israel's population growth fell in 2023 to 1.9%. January 1, 2024
Israeli lawmakers ask White House for proof backing its ‘blood libel’ against settlersRecent false US accusations of a rise of Jewish violence against Arabs in Judea and Samaria are a tactic to 'pave the way' for a Palestinian state, says one, Ariel Kallner. January 1, 2024
Clean bill of health for Netanyahu after annual check-up'The prime minister maintains a healthy lifestyle and a proper diet.' January 1, 2024
President Herzog calls for international pressure on Hamas to release Israeli captivesThe plea was written in 10 languages begging for the release of the 133 hostages. January 1, 2024
Israeli finance minister calls for voluntary transfer of Gazans, resettling IsraelisSmotrich decried a situation in which Gaza will be a 'hothouse of 2 million people who want destroy the State of Israel.' December 31, 2023
Netanyahu won’t resign after war with HamasIsraeli prime minister says 8,000 Hamas terrorists killed, but current war will take 'many more months.' December 31, 2023
Ben and Jerry’s Israeli franchise to expand after parent company caves to BDS demandsCEO Avi Zinger says expanding to other products like ice cream bars, and building a tourist center, is part of the plan. By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News Ben & Jerry's Israeli franchise is going ... December 31, 2023
Report: Israel to dismantle UNRWA following Gaza war completionIsrael and its allies have long believed UNRWA is promoting antisemitism and terrorism. December 31, 2023
Israeli soldier suffering from PTSD wounds fellow soldiers in accidental shootingIDF soldier apparently suffering from PTSD after serving in Gaza opens fire after nightmare, wounding fellow soldiers. December 31, 2023
First conscientious objector to war with Hamas is jailedTal Mitnick, 18, refused to serve in 'a war of revenge' for an 'occupation army' and was given a 30-day sentence. December 28, 2023
‘Netanyahu wouldn’t dare criticize Putin’ says Russian ministerVladimir Putin hosted Hamas terrorists and refused to condemn the terror organization for the October 7th massacre. December 28, 2023
In the midst of Gaza war, IDF demolishes Jewish farm in SamariaActivists accuse army of discriminating against Jews and ignoring illegal Arab construction, after eviction of farmers northeast of Jerusalem. December 27, 2023
Dutch minister accused of financing terror groups selected for reconstructing GazaShe contributed some 11.7 million euros to the UAWC which is closely connected to the PLO. December 27, 2023
Druze restaurant goes kosher to feed Israeli soldiersThe owner of Noor in the village of Julis wanted everyone to be able to eat her donated meals. December 26, 2023
Deadly Gaza fungus kills IDF soldierThere are around 10 other soldiers who have been infected with the deadly strain in Gaza. December 26, 2023
1,500-year-old lamp found near Gaza borderArchaeologists identified it as a 'sandal candle' from the Byzantine period. December 26, 2023
Wild dogs from Gaza swarm across abandoned Israeli border townsStray dogs from the Gaza Strip roam Gaza border-area communities after residents evacuated during ongoing war. December 25, 2023
Life continues for Israeli evacuees at the Leonardo HotelMany of the communities’ homes were damaged or destroyed in the war. December 25, 2023
Israeli cargo ships banned from docking at Malaysian portsA Muslim country, Malaysia has no diplomatic relations or trading links with Israel. December 23, 2023
Suicide rate in Israel up following Hamas atrocitiesProfessionals begged the Knesset Health Committee for more money to open additional treatment centers and provide continuum of care to help Hamas’ victims. December 19, 2023
Israeli hostage deal reportedly denied by HamasIsrael’s offer included the release of prominent Hamas prisoners. December 19, 2023
French FM calls for ‘universal’ condemnation of Hamas atrocitiesThe Minister firmly cemented Frances's support for Israel, while imploring not to escalate fighting in the north. December 18, 2023
Likud minister hints at possible rebuilding of Jewish towns in GazaDiaspora Affairs and Social Equality Minister Amichai Chikli told Ynet that 'there is logic' to resettling Jews 'in certain places.' December 17, 2023
Can I leave the room? Freed child hostages still fearful to do basic actionsMost of the children lost between 10% to 15% of their body weight. December 16, 2023
Israel puts six-figure bounties on Hamas leaders headsThe leaflets contain a telephone number, Telegram contact information, and a promise of confidentiality. December 15, 2023
‘They’re so cruel’: How Oct. 7 destroyed an Israeli peace activist’s faith in the Palestinians'I cannot say this was a Hamas action. No, for me, this was a Palestinian action.' December 15, 2023
‘Hamas used fuel to burn Jews alive, now the world tells us to let more fuel into Gaza’Israeli government spokesman says knowing about the atrocities still did not prepare him to see the scenes of Oct. 7th massacres. December 14, 2023
WATCH: An exclusive look at Israel’s ‘Trophy’ defense systemThe Rafael Trophy System is a defense system designed to defend armored vehicles from various threats, particularly anti-tank-guided missiles and rocket-propelled grenades. December 12, 2023
‘Israel will not repeat the mistake of the Oslo Accords,’ says Netanyahu on post-war GazaUS and Israel 'disagree' on future of Gaza Strip, says Netanyahu, emphasizing that Israel will not allow either Hamas or the PLO to rule the coastal enclave. December 12, 2023
‘We didn’t know if they would kill us the next morning or keep us alive,’ says former hostageSharon Alony-Cunio was held for 52 days by Hamas along with her three-year-old twins; her husband is still a captive. December 12, 2023
Netanyahu debates annexation, resettlement of Gaza with coalition lawmakersPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vision is for Israel to retain full military control while the Gulf countries pay for the Gaza Strip's reconstruction. December 12, 2023
Israel to rebuild Gaza frontier towns destroyed in Hamas invasionThe plan is designed to renew and develop the region with significant demographic growth. December 11, 2023
Israeli ministers vote against allowing Palestinian workers into Israel'The days that Israel will rely on the labor of Palestinian workers are over,' Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat said. December 11, 2023
US vetoes UN Security Council ceasefire resolutionThirteen members of the 15-strong UNSC voted in favor of the resolution while Britain abstained. December 10, 2023
Could sexual violence become a repeated strategy in Palestinian terrorism?The true scope of the rapes may never be known, because most of the victims and witnesses were massacred. December 9, 2023
At the Western Wall Netanyahu kindles the inaugural Chanukah candle'This year we are lighting the first Chanukah candle in the knowledge that this light will never be extinguished.' December 8, 2023
How a teen hostage managed to hide her dog from Hamas – while in captivity17-year-old Israeli says her dog gave her the 'moral support' she needed to endure nearly two months in captivity. December 8, 2023
Palestinian Authority calls to ban Chanukah march in JerusalemThe official route ends at the Western Wall Plaza and marchers will not be allowed to ascend on the Temple Mount, the police emphasized. December 7, 2023
National Security Minister slams administrative arrest of Samaria residentAdministrative detention allows Israeli authorities to hold individuals without charge and without the ability to meet lawyers. December 7, 2023
New documentary features ‘real-time footage’ from music festival massacreThe documentary captures 'the genuine emotions and horror endured by thousands of music lovers, their families, and indeed our whole nation.' December 6, 2023
Israeli boy orphaned in Hamas invasion marks his bar mitzvahZAKA recovered two pairs of tefillin from the ravaged kibbutz, including one belonging to his 90-year-old Holocaust survivor grandfather. December 6, 2023
‘Peace loving’ imam who supports Hamas massacre gets out of jail easyPolice say Fureidis preacher Hassan Meri incites against Israel in his sermons; town says he is a 'peace-loving man.' December 6, 2023
Nir Barkat ‘won’t support Netanyahu’ but will he run against him?'Likud needs change.' December 5, 2023
Leaked IDF document indicates a decline in anti-Arab violence in Judea and SamariaIn the category of 'serious attacks' police officers recorded zero incidents in the measured 30 days. December 5, 2023
Movement to resettle Gaza gains support during Hamas war'Today, every citizen in the State of Israel knows that to restore security to the South...there is no choice but to reassert full control over Gaza.' December 5, 2023
Beyonce invites young released Hamas hostage to attend concert ‘anywhere’American superstar offers open invitation to Irish-Israeli girl recently freed from Hamas captivity. December 5, 2023
260,000 people applied for gun licenses since October 7thBen Gvir has urged the easing of restrictions on gun ownership and fast-tracking those who have already been approved. December 4, 2023
IDF soldier who killed Jerusalem terror attack hero is indictedVictim's father: 'I don't care if he was wearing a uniform or not. He behaved criminally. He has to pay a high price.' By Vered Weiss, World Israel News The IDF soldier who shot and killed Yuval Castleman... December 4, 2023
American-Muslim women leaders visit scene of Hamas massacre'I feel Israel is fighting for the whole world,' said one of the women. December 4, 2023
US: Palestinian Authority currently unfit to govern Gaza'We don’t believe the P.A. is in a position right now to be in—a credible control of governance in Gaza,' the White House said. December 4, 2023
Netanyahu to Ultra-Orthodox Recruits: ‘Together, with God’s help, we will wipe out Hamas’Israeli premier lauds ultra-Orthodox men volunteering for army duty, vows Israel will defeat and 'wipe out' Hamas. December 3, 2023
1/3 of Israeli Arabs deny that Hamas targeted women and children on Oct 7th21% of Israeli Arabs also think that the mass murder of Oct. 7 helps solve the Palestinian problem. December 3, 2023
Freed Israeli hostages advocate for the release of remaining captivesIn a massive protest in Tel Aviv, released hostages and families of others pleased with the Israeli government to free the remaining hostages. December 3, 2023
Hamas kept Israeli women in cages, branded children with burning metalChildren were branded lest they escape, and girls were kept in cages. December 1, 2023
PA president Abbas says Israel ‘cannot claim self-defense’Washington credits Abbas and the P.A. for 'calm' in Judea and Samaria despite vicious terror attacks in the Jordan Valley and Jerusalem on Thursday alone. November 30, 2023
Netanyahu rejected plans to eliminate Hamas chief six times: reportBenjamin Netanyahu has denied report that he torpedoed plans to kill Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar. November 30, 2023
Extension of Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement until Friday Doha saysThe list includes eight women and children, and Hamas will release three hostages' bodies on Thursday. November 30, 2023
