Enshrining Torah study as supreme value causes ‘political crisis’ endangering Knesset coalitionUltra-Orthodox parties push for divisive bill that would preserve military exemption for Yeshiva students. February 27, 2018
WATCH: Who do Israelis think is the evil Haman of today?WIN's Steve Leibowitz asks Jerusalemites who they think is the evil Haman of today. Some of the answers might surprise you! February 27, 2018
WATCH: Why Netanyahu’s popularity remains strong despite investigationsProfessor Avraham Diskin discusses Netanyahu's continuing popularity despite the ongoing corruption investigation. February 27, 2018
Israel to ban import of gasoline, diesel cars by 2030Israel is preparing for a gas- and diesel-free era during which transportation will run on natural gas or electricity. February 27, 2018
Do the Poles and Eastern Europeans suffer from ‘Holocaust envy’?Israeli Holocaust expert says that Eastern European countries want to equate their suffering with that of the Jews. February 27, 2018
Churches protest over back taxes as Jerusalem mayor ‘follows the law’The city of Jerusalem has begun charging municipal tax on church property not designated as places of prayer; Holy Sepulchre closes in protest. February 26, 2018
Politicians call for investigation after judge-lawyer collusion exposedHas the corruption case against Netanyahu been tainted? February 26, 2018
WATCH: Not much has changed since Netanyahu’s 2015 videoIn the wake of the ever-growing number of corruption cases against Netanyahu, an ad for his 2015 election campaign couldn't be more relevant. February 26, 2018
Analysts hail US decision to move embassy, but not Adelson’s offer to pay for itThe report that Adelson has offered to donate $500 million to pay for the new US embassy building in Jerusalem has analysts confused. February 26, 2018
Coalition threatened over bill exempting ultra-Orthodox from IDF draftIsrael's Yisrael Beyteinu party has threatened the Knesset coalition over a new bill protecting haredim from conscription. February 26, 2018
New bill promises boost for Judea and Samaria residentsIf passed, a bill approved by the ministerial committee for legislation will mark a significant breakthrough for residents of Judea and Samaria. February 25, 2018
WATCH: Tens of thousands attend funeral of Jerusalem spiritual leaderThe streets of Jerusalem were blocked Sunday afternoon as tens of thousands attended the funeral of Rabbi Shmuel Auerbach, 86, leader of the ultra-Orthodox 'Jerusalem Faction.' February 25, 2018
Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre Church Closes, Protests Demand for Back TaxesProtesting a demand for back taxes, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Jerusalem closed on Sunday. February 25, 2018
Muslim ‘prayer call’ bill bolstered with fines, loudspeaker confiscationIsraeli lawmakers seek to expand the so-called 'Muezzin bill' by allowing police to confiscate violating mosques' loudspeakers and to fine them NIS 10,000. February 25, 2018
Two new justices change makeup of Israel’s liberal Supreme CourtTwo new Israeli Supreme Court justices will change the makeup of a historically liberal judiciary body. February 25, 2018
US will open Jerusalem embassy in May, on Israel’s 70th birthdayAhead of schedule, the new US Embassy in Jerusalem will open in May 2018 in celebration of Israel's 70th anniversary of independence. February 24, 2018
Polls: Netanyahu still popular despite ‘witch-hunt’ corruption allegationsNotwithstanding a string of graft allegations, Netanyahu and his Likud party still lead in polls and would return to office in snap elections. February 22, 2018
Israel appoints first female ultra-orthodox judgePresident Reuven Rivlin called Toker’s election 'a happy day for her and for all of Israel.' February 22, 2018
WATCH: Archaeologists find seal of prophet Isaiah in JerusalemIsraeli archaeologist Dr. Eilat Mazar uncovered a clay seal bearing the name of Isaiah the Prophet in excavations south of the Temple Mount. February 22, 2018
Succumbing to BDS is ‘totally anti-Semitic,’ declares US pop singerAmerican rapper, songwriter and actress Azealia Banks fired back at those who castigated her for planning to perform in Tel Aviv. February 21, 2018
36 structures in 48 hours for new Jewish village in SamariaThe village of Amichai’s initial residents will be the families expelled from Amona a year ago whose homes were destroyed by court order. February 21, 2018
[Exclusive] American Jewish Leader: Put ‘Polish Holocaust genie’ back in the bottleThe executive vice chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations wades into the Polish-Israeli Holocaust controversy. February 21, 2018
Netanyahu confidant becomes state witness against PMHas the Netanyahu era come to an end, and should Israel prepare for elections? February 21, 2018
WATCH: Israel signs $15 billion deal to provide natural gas to EgyptIsraeli company Delek signs multi-billion dollar deal to provide natural gas to Egypt. February 21, 2018
Palestinians attack Qatari aid official in GazaPalestinians in the Gaza Strip attacked a Qatari official, who was visiting the enclave to announce a major grant to a local hospital. February 20, 2018
Jerusalem among safest cities, mayor says, citing ‘zero misuse’ of gunsMayor Nir Barkat says Jerusalem is one of the safest cities in the world due to ‘zero misuse’ of guns. February 20, 2018
WATCH: Police recommendations in Netanyahu probe ‘have no legal meaning’'Nothing illegal happened yet,' says an investigative journalist commenting on the Netanyahu police probe. February 20, 2018
Lawmaker: ‘Political murder’ of Netanyahu resembles Rabin assassinationMiki Zohar compares the 'political murder' of Netanyahu to the incitement that led to the shooting death of Rabin in 1995. February 19, 2018
Deputy FM says illegal migrants terrorize south Tel Aviv, must leaveHotovely came under fire for maintaining that illegals must leave Israel, saying they are 'economic migrants' and not refugees. February 19, 2018
Austria to help Israel join UN Security CouncilAustria has pledged to help Israel become a non-permanent member of the UNSC. February 19, 2018
Poland loses Israeli tour group due to ‘outrageous’ comments on the HolocaustIsrael cancels plans to send volunteers on a trip to Poland in reaction to the Polish premier’s statement that there were 'Jewish perpetrators' of the Holocaust. February 18, 2018
WATCH: Israel Fears Syrian Poison Gas May Leak Into CountryThe Foreign Ministry is concerned that the Syrian army's deploying of chemical weapons against rebels could result in poison gas crossing over the border into northern Israel. February 18, 2018
Israeli court rules desertion from Eritrean army grounds for refugee statusThe ruling by the Appellate Court, which specifically handles cases pertaining to migrants, will be keenly watched by the some 27,500 Eritrean asylum seekers in Israel. February 16, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu departs for ‘most important security conference in the world’'I am leaving now for the most important security conference in the world – the Munich Security Conference.' February 16, 2018
Analysis: Police recommendations against Netanyahu – a coup d’état?Netanyahu was elected as the Prime Minster, not as the Pope. Accordingly, he should be judged primarily on the basis of his political and strategic accomplishments, not his personal morality. What we are wit... February 16, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu will meet Trump in Washington next monthNetanyahu will travel to Washington next month for the annual AIPAC conference, where he will meet with Trump to discuss the fate of the failed peace process. February 15, 2018
Attorney general backs police procedure in Netanyahu probeThe Israeli Justice Ministry pushed back after Israeli media reported criticism over recommendations to indict the prime minister on bribery charges. February 15, 2018
Top Serbian lawmaker: relations with Israel a ‘high priority’'I am pleased that the dialogue between us is constantly developing,' the Serbian National Assembly President said at the Knesset. February 15, 2018
WATCH: Popular Israeli performer introduces Jewish Yemenite musicCelebrated Israeli musician Adir Kochavi of the Adir Kochavi Roots Band discusses the style of Jewish Yemenite music. February 15, 2018
Report: State attorney censures police for hasty recommendations against NetanyahuThe State’s Attorney slammed police for submitting a case against Netanyahu that 'isn't ready.' February 15, 2018
General from Cyprus visits Israel to strategize with IDFThe Cypriot general's visit reflects warm relations between the two countries, which share growing economic and strategic interests. February 14, 2018
Knesset advances 2019 State Budget in first readingThe 2019 State Budget passed its first legislative hurdle on the way to becoming law. February 14, 2018
Netanyahu’s allies rally to his defense, opposition calls for resignationNetanyahu's allies defended him after indictment recommendations, while the opposition called on him to step down. February 14, 2018
US seeks to increase aid to Israel by $200 million in 2019Trump’s fiscal year budget request includes an increase of $200 million for Israel in 2019. February 14, 2018
2 IDF soldiers killed in road accidentTwo IDF soldiers were killed and 10 others were injured in a car accident on Route 6. February 14, 2018
Defiant Netanyahu claims innocence, predicts 2019 re-electionPrime Minister Netanyahu came out swinging in the aftermath of police recommendations to indict him on two counts of fraud, defiantly announcing he would not resign. February 13, 2018
Can Trump be swayed to back annexation of communities in Judea and Samaria?Experts analyze Prime Minister Netanyahu's announcement on Judea and Samaria, and the White House's denial that Israel is in talks with the Trump administration about "settlement annexation." February 13, 2018
Israeli Police recommend indictment of NetanyahuIsraeli police on Tuesday recommended that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu be indicted in a pair of corruption cases. February 13, 2018
WATCH: Israeli police battle terrorism at seaA special maritime patrol unit of the Israeli Police goes head-to-head against terrorism. February 13, 2018
Israel applies sovereignty over Ariel University in Samaria'The discrimination is over,' Bennett stated after the passing of a law that binds institutions of higher education in Judea and Samaria to Israel's Council for Higher Education. February 13, 2018
Israel boycotts Paris film festival over anti-IDF movieAmbassador Aliza Bin-Noun will not attend an Israeli film festival in Paris that features a movie defaming the IDF. February 12, 2018
Ahead of election year, Knesset begins debate on 2019 budgetThe budget is being discussed well in advance, as 2019 is slated to be an election year in Israel. February 12, 2018
WATCH: Meet the leader of Israel’s newest pioneers turning the desert greenThe OR movement is trying to bring thousands of Israelis to live in the South as pioneers. February 11, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu slams corruption probeNetanyahu harshly criticized the Israeli police chief and the investigators who are seeking an indictment on corruption charges. February 9, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu’s party defends him as investigation intensifiesThe Likud party vows to stand by Netanyahu. February 9, 2018
WATCH: 1,800-year-old mosaic uncovered in IsraelByzantine Era mosaic dating back 1800 years found in Caesaria. February 9, 2018
WATCH: Does Israel’s new envoy to Jordan face a rocky road to Amman?Amir Weissbrod has been named as Israel's replacement for Einat Schlein, who left the Jewish state's embassy in Amman during a crisis in July that erupted when an Israeli security guard shot and killed two Jordanians during an attack. February 8, 2018
Israeli court rejects appeals in murder of Palestinian teen caseThe Abu Khdeir murder case, which was roundly condemned across the Israeli political spectrum, has finally come to an end. February 8, 2018
Netanyahu feuds with police chief ahead of corruption probe findingsNetanyahu lashed out at Israel’s chief of police as the investigation into the prime minister's conduct approaches a critical point. February 8, 2018
Riyadh denies claims Israel-bound Indian flights will use Saudi airspaceConflicting reports have emerged with regard to India Air's recently announced direct flights to the Jewish state. February 8, 2018
