Israel pledges $11 million for future of Judea and SamariaThe Israeli government approved the transfer of funds to bolster security in Judea and Samaria, areas that frequently sustain Palestinian terror attacks. December 27, 2017
Rivlin ‘clarifies’ position on anti-government protests, says ‘words were misunderstood’After praising citizens who leave their computers to rally in town squares against corruption, the Israeli president says he does not call on Israelis to demonstrate. December 27, 2017
Analysis: Which countries will be next to move their embassies to Jerusalem?The US and Guatemala are already on board, and Israel is now actively pursuing other countries to recognize Jerusalem as the Israeli capital. December 27, 2017
Jerusalem’s Western Wall train station will be named after TrumpIn honor of Trump's recognition of Jerusalem, Israel is naming a new station at the Western Wall after him. December 27, 2017
Israel ‘not at all likely’ to reverse decision on leaving UNESCOAfter years of UNESCO's 'systematic attacks' on the Jewish state, Israel 'not at all likely' to reverse its decision to leave the organization. December 26, 2017
2 Turkish citizens deported after arrest in Jerusalem’s Old CityTwo Turkish citizens were deported back to their country and a third was barred from entering Jerusalem’s Old City following their arrest at the Temple Mount. December 26, 2017
Netanyahu, Japanese foreign minister tout strengthening tiesNetanyahu made no mention of Japan's vote against Trump's recognition of Jerusalem at the UN, instead focusing on trade and technology ties. December 26, 2017
WATCH: ‘God bless you,’ Netanyahu tells Guatemalan leaderNetanyahu thanked the Guatemalan president with a 'God bless you' over his decision to move the Central American country’s embassy to Jerusalem. December 25, 2017
At least 10 countries discussing embassy move to Jerusalem, says deputy foreign ministerAt least 10 countries besides the US and Guatemala are considering recognizing Jerusalem as the Israel capital. December 25, 2017
Leading contender for PM says dividing Jerusalem is a non-starterLapid says he would not contemplate dividing the capital, even if it means no peace agreement with the Palestinians. December 25, 2017
WATCH: Netanyahu sends greetings to Christian friends of IsraelOn Christmas eve, Netanyahu says he's proud that Christians not only survive, but thrive in Israel, as opposed to all other countries in the Middle East. December 24, 2017
WATCH: Meet the activists trying to save the Dead SeaThe Dead Sea waters are dropping by more than a meter every year. Meet the activists documenting the changes. December 24, 2017
WATCH: Do tourists feel safe in Jerusalem?Our reporter asked tourists whether they feel safe in the Israeli capital. Some of their answers may surprise you. December 24, 2017
Anti-Netanyahu protester’s guillotine condemned by left and rightAn anti-Netanyahu protester carrying a violent sign has sparked criticism across the political spectrum. December 24, 2017
Hamas ‘just waiting for Abbas to die’ as Palestinian unity deal falters'Hamas is just waiting for Abbas to die, or that he agrees to elections, to try and take over the West Bank,' says a counter-terrorism expert. December 24, 2017
Amid corruption allegations, Israeli politician resigns from leadership postA leading member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud Party stepped down from the position of Coalition Chairman, as police investigations proceed. December 20, 2017
Israel expects 100,000 or more Christians to visit during holidaysAmong the perks for Christian visitors provided this year by Israel’s Tourism Ministry are free shuttles from Jaffa Gate to Bethlehem and back on Christmas eve and a fireworks display in Nazareth. December 20, 2017
Victims of Brooklyn Chanukah fire laid to rest in IsraelSephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef joins thousands at the funeral of four fire victims from New York, who were buried Wednesday in Holon, Israel. December 20, 2017
Netanyahu says ‘so what’ if police recommend indicting him'The law does not require that the prime minister resign if the police recommend that he be indicted. But it looks bad.' December 20, 2017
Israel develops strategy to address Nazi-linked Austrian partyIsrael will continue direct contact with Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, said Benjamin Netanyahu, despite the presence in Austria's government of a far-right party with historic links to the Nazis. December 19, 2017
Trump ‘moved’ by ‘great honor’ of having Israeli park named after himTrump expressed appreciation to the mayor of a northern Israeli town who announced the naming of a new park after the US president. December 19, 2017
Pence visit to region delayed till mid-JanuaryPence has again postponed his trip to the Middle East, citing the upcoming vote on tax reform in the Senate. December 19, 2017
Massive layoffs by pharmaceutical giant Teva prompt nation-wide strikeThe Histadrut labor federation held a nation-wide strike to protest Teva's layoff of 1,750 workers in Israel and 14,000 globallya. December 17, 2017
WATCH: Which Chanukah donuts do Israelis love the most?One of Chanukah’s central features is the 'sufganiya' (donut). With so many delicious flavors to choose from, which one is the Israeli favorite? December 14, 2017
Israel opening new international airport, expanding original oneEilat will have Israel’s second international airport, set to open in four months’ time, as Ben Gurion Airport begins plans for expansion. By: Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News The new Ilan and Assaf Ram... December 14, 2017
Pence delays Israel visitPence is delaying his historic visit to the Jewish State due to crucial Congress votes on tax reform. December 14, 2017
WATCH: Israel’s Technion named world’s top university for digital studiesIsrael's Technion is named the top university for digital studies in the world. December 14, 2017
Teva to slash Israeli staff by 3,000 amid major cutsThe decision, accompanied by the termination of operations in the pharmaceutical giant’s Netanya R&D center, marks one of the first major moves adopted by newly appointed CEO Kare Schultz. December 13, 2017
Israel expects drought as Sea of Galilee nears historically low levelIsrael is facing another year without sufficient rainfall. With advanced technology, however, water programs to make up for the loss. December 13, 2017
Hundreds of thousands mourn ‘beacon of morality’ Rabbi ShteinmanA massive gathering attended the funeral Tuesday of Rabbi Aharon Yehudah Leib Shteinman, the leader of the Lithuanian ultra-Orthodox world and one of the greatest Torah scholars of the past generation. December 13, 2017
Signs of stress for Knesset coalition after tight Sabbath law voteA government crisis may be in the offing as the Yisrael Beiteinu party bucks the coalition over a law that would force closure of convenience stores on the Sabbath. December 12, 2017
Bill safeguarding sanctity of Sabbath gets first nod at KnessetA bill safeguarding the Sabbath as a day of rest in Israel received lawmakers' initial approval. December 12, 2017
Rabbi Shteinman, head of Lithuanian ultra-Orthodox world, dies at 104Israel and the Jewish world mourn the loss of one of its greatest Torah scholars and leaders. December 12, 2017
Israel marks 100th anniversary of Allenby’s liberation of JerusalemRelatives of the British commanders were at David’s Citadel on Monday to commemorate December 11, 1917. December 11, 2017
Netanyahu’s EU meeting first of its kind in 22 yearsNetanyahu emphasized Israel’s role in keeping Europe safe, its burgeoning private sector economic partnerships, and the new prospects for peace. December 11, 2017
WATCH: How a British General captured Jerusalem 100 years ago on ChanukahAuthor Lenny Ben-David discusses the topic of his book, American interests in the Holy Land 1840-1940, with WIN reporter Steve Leibowitz. He also tells a little-known story about British General Edmund Allenby ... December 11, 2017
WATCH: Brutal stabbing attack in Jerusalem critically wounds IsraeliSecurity camera footage of the Jerusalem stabbing attack catches the moment where a Palestinian stabbed an Israeli in the upper body on December 10, 2017. December 10, 2017
‘I will not accept a double standard,’ Netanyahu states on way to EuropeNetanyahu is headed to meet with European leaders, where he may face hostility over Trump's historic Jerusalem decalartion. December 10, 2017
WATCH: What do Jerusalemites think of Trump’s announcement?Jerusalem residents expressed a wide range of opinions about President Donald Trump’s speech, but there was unanimity in their belief that Jerusalem is already the Israeli capital. December 7, 2017
Which countries will follow Trump to Jerusalem?Israel has launched a campaign to encourage nations to follow the US lead by recognizing Jerusalem as capital of the Jewish state and moving their embassies there. December 7, 2017
US, Israeli flags adorn Jerusalem’s Old City walls in tribute to TrumpJerusalem's Old City walls were illuminated with the Israeli and US flags in appreciation to Trump. December 7, 2017
Trump recognizes Jerusalem as capital of Israel, will move US embassyTrump officially declared recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, vowing to relocate the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. December 6, 2017
Israel’s major opposition parties support Trump’s recognition of JerusalemThe leaders of the largest opposition parties, Yesh Atid and Zionist Union, both announced firm support ahead of Trump’s expected recognition of Jerusalem. December 6, 2017
Historic first: 5 African heads of parliament attend conference in IsraelThe Knesset is hosting a first-of-a-kind conference attended by five African heads of parliament. December 6, 2017
WATCH: Netanyahu would win new election, polls showPolls show that if early elections were called, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would still be in the lead. December 6, 2017
Jerusalem mayor calls on US to cancel travel warning ahead of Trump’s announcement on city’s statusJerusalem is preparing for celebrations, not violence, Barkat said ahead of Trump's historic announcement on Jerusalem's status. December 6, 2017
WATCH: Celebrity dogs vacation in IsraelSix 'celebrity pups' are being treated to a doggie vacation in the Holy Land after winning a contest on social media. December 5, 2017
Corruption scandal surrounding Netanyahu’s close ally widensThe Israeli prime minister's close ally, Knesset member David Bitan, is suspected of being at the center of a massive corruption case. December 5, 2017
Police to investigate allegations related to Israeli UN ambassadorThe State Attorney is launching an official investigation into corruption allegations against Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon. December 5, 2017
WATCH: Jerusalem mayor makes final plea to Trump to move the embassyBarkat made a heartfelt plea to President Donald Trump to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and move the US embassy there. December 4, 2017
Netanyahu operating amid ‘political tsunami,’ professor saysHebrew University Professor Avraham Diskin has long respected the prime minister, but says Netanyahu is making mistakes while confronting a 'judicial oligarchy.' December 4, 2017
WATCH: Blind backpacker traveling the world visits JerusalemTony the Traveller, as 39-year-old Tony Giles calls himself, arrived in the Jewish state in November, his 124th country. December 4, 2017
Missile defense test aborted amid safety concernsIsrael planned to conduct another test of its anti-ballistic missile defense system, but aborted the operation amid safety concerns. December 4, 2017
Israeli experts not expecting Trump to move embassy to JerusalemLocal analysts say Trump is likely to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, but will also sign a waiver delaying embassy move. December 3, 2017
Netanyahu says new law limiting police in criminal investigations won’t apply to himIf passed, a proposed law that limits police involvement in criminal investigations would not apply retroactively to probes involving the prime minister. December 3, 2017
WATCH: Ethiopian Jews succeeding in IsraelThe Ethiopian-Israeli community has made huge socio-economic gains in recent years. December 3, 2017
Palestinians fume after bike race pulls ‘West Jerusalem’ mentionPalestinian officials were irate after the Giro d'Italia removed controversial references to "West Jerusalem" from its website about the race in Israel. December 3, 2017
WATCH: Ex-Trump adviser’s guilty plea tied to support of IsraelTrump's former national security adviser pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about his attempt to get Russia to block a UN vote against Israel. December 3, 2017
Palestinian stabs IDF soldier to death in southern IsraelPolice are investigating the circumstances surrounding the stabbing of a young soldier found outside a mall in southern Israel. November 30, 2017
Int’l Criminal Court prosecutor will not reopen Gaza flotilla probeIsraeli officials had no immediate comment on the ICC prosecutor's decision to close her investigation into the IDF storming of the Turkish Mavi Marmara flotilla that was headed for Gaza in 2010. By: AP T... November 30, 2017
