In Egypt Deal, Saudi Arabia gives Israel written guarantee of freedom of passage in Straits of TiranIn another display of shifting alliances in the Middle East and after receiving assurances from Saudi Arabia for free passage to Israel's southernmost port, Israel is lending support to a deal that sees Egypt handing over control of two strategic Red Sea islands to the kingdom. April 13, 2016
French minister in Israel to learn how to deal with terror attacksMore European countries are turning to Israel to learn from its vast experience in combating Islamic terrorism. April 3, 2016
US National Security Agency head secretly visits Israel to forge closer tiesAdmiral Michael Rogers' visit touched on deepening cooperation between Israeli and American intelligence units, especially against cyber attacks by Iran and Hezbollah. March 28, 2016
Former Mossad director Meir Dagan dies of cancer at 71Israel mourns the loss of one of its courageous leaders who dedicated his life to ensure the that Holocaust could never happen again. March 17, 2016
UN: Hamas terror tunnels not helpful for rebuilding of GazaEven the UN concedes that Hamas' terror activities Gaza only serves as a detriment to the residents of Gaza. February 18, 2016
Netanyahu: Time for countries to go public over ties with Israel, show supportIsrael encounters bias at international forums, while simultaneously forging new ties with many countries - especially Arab ones. Netanyahu says this must change, and they must publicly support Israel. February 15, 2016
Arab Israeli lawmaker gets suspended sentence for accosting policemenIsraeli Arab lawmaker Hanin Zoabi was tried and sentenced for insulting policemen at a court house. She issued an apology as part of a plea bargain. February 7, 2016
Israel’s power grid targeted by massive cyber attackForeign hackers attempted to infiltrate Israel's energy grid during a severe winter storm. January 27, 2016
Israel expresses fear, vows to monitor Iranian violations of nuclear dealWhile expressing fears of the new phase in the implementation of the nuclear deal with Iran, Israel vowed to track and warn of any Iranian violations of the deal. January 17, 2016
Israel rejects US meddling in internal legislationWhile emphasizing the close relationship with Washington, Israeli officials explained that Israel has its limits and internal matters regarding foreign funding of NGOs are of no concern to outsiders. January 12, 2016
IDF distributes neck protectors as safeguard against stabbing attacksWith no end in sight for the wave of daily Palestinian terror attacks, the IDF is introducing a new measure to ensure safety for its soldiers. January 6, 2016
Palestinians sabotage power grid during winter stormPalestinian terrorism has taken on a new form: causing power outages to Israeli communities. January 3, 2016
Israeli Supreme Court sends former PM Olmert to prison for corruptionJudges acquitted former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert of only some of his previous bribery convictions, thereby reducing his original sentence from six years. He now becomes the first prime minister in Israeli history to serve time behind bars. December 29, 2015
Israel steps up battle against illegal Palestinian workersIsrael is considering new legislation to defend itself against Palestinian workers who enter Israel illegally and pose a dire security threat. December 28, 2015
Israeli Arab lawmaker indicted for insulting Israeli Arab policemenIsraeli Arab lawmaker Hanin Zoabi is facing charges after she insulted Israeli Arab policemen at a court house. December 24, 2015
Netanyahu, Putin discuss Syrian crisis, anti-terror effortsThe Israeli and Russian leaders discussed their coordination on the threats facing both countries and mutual interests. December 23, 2015
Ukrainian President in Israel: ‘Ukraine stands with the State of Israel’Both presidents expressed hope for close ties between the two countries. December 22, 2015
Report: Israel, Turkey agree to restore full diplomatic relationsEnding five years of diplomatic tensions, Israel and Turkey have reportedly agreed on a list of issues that will pave the way to restoring full ties. December 20, 2015
Israel cautiously welcomes Turkish interest in normalization of tiesRemaining wary of Turkey's apparent interest in restrengthening ties, Israel dismissed Erdogan's requirements for a renewed alliance. December 15, 2015
Israel conducts successful test of Arrow 3 anti-ballistic systemWith an eye on threats stemming from Iran and its terror proxies such as Hezbollah, Israel conducted another successful test of its anti-ballistic missile defense system. December 10, 2015
Netanyahu rejects Trump’s comments on Muslims, upholds scheduled meetingWhile rejecting Trump's remarks on Muslims, Netanyahu is upholding his commitment to meet any US presidential candidate who wishes to do so. December 10, 2015
Yossi Cohen named next head of MossadIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu named National Security Council head Yossi Cohen as the next head of the Mossad, saying he was the right man to face the looming threats on Israel's security. December 8, 2015
First-ever visit by president of India to Israel next week to make historyIsrael and India are stepping up relations as India's president will make the first-ever, historic state visit to Israel next week. October 8, 2015
Israel discovers massive oil reserves in Golan HeightsMassive oil reserves have been confirmed in the Golan Heights, though Israel must still determine whether it is practical to extract them. October 7, 2015
Egypt sends first diplomatic envoy to Israel in 3 yearsIn a positive diplomatic development, Egypt reinstated its ambassador to Israel after three years of absence. June 22, 2015
Israeli and US Air Forces sign historic strategic pactCooperation between the Israeli and US Air Forces became even tighter with the signing of a strategic agreement aimed at formalizing their collaboration. June 14, 2015
Report: CIA chief John Brennan secretly visited IsraelDespite policy disagreements, top American and Israeli officials have been meeting recently to discuss the serious security challenges facing both nations. June 9, 2015
Netanyahu: Palestinians must stop delegitimizing IsraelIn what appears to be an orchestrated move, European leaders are flocking to Israel in the hope that creating enough pressure will result in a new round of peace talks. June 1, 2015
Robert Wistrich, leading scholar on anti-Semitism, dies at 70World-renowned scholar Robert Wistrich, who dedicated his life to the research of anti-Semitism, died suddenly of a heart attack in Rome. May 20, 2015
Germany to Supply Israel with Four Patrol ShipsIn a quest to secure its offshore gas rigs, Israel will purchase four corvette ships from a German company. May 12, 2015
Netanyahu forms coalition, Palestinians already condemn new Israeli governmentPM Netanyahu’s narrow-right coalition could lead to problems with the Obama administration and provide political cover for unilateral Palestinian actions. May 7, 2015
World-Class Pianist Moves to IsraelWorld famous pianist, Oksana Yablonskaya, recently moved to Israel at age 76, achieving one of her lifelong dreams. The lively musician is looking forward to continuing her music career here in Israel. April 29, 2015
Hamas accuses Fatah of crackdown after campus election winHamas accuses Fatah of arresting its members and interfering in Palestinian student elections following their surprise victory at Birzeit University. April 27, 2015
Israeli Security Forces Arrest Jerusalem Arab Who Joined ISISA man recently arrested by Israeli security forces upon his return from Syria represents a growing trend among young Israeli Arabs to join Islamic State terrorists. March 30, 2015
Netanyahu faces hurdles in building next Israeli governmentPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces the challenge of forming a new Israeli government that will include six parties - with only 18 portfolios to distribute among them. March 26, 2015
Yehuda Avner, distinguished diplomat and author, dies at 86With the passing of Yehuda Avner on Tuesday, Israel lost one of its finest and most dedicated public servants. March 24, 2015
Israeli Elections: Netanyahu Emerges As Clear Winner, Will Be Next Prime MinisterPrime Minister Netanyahu declared victory as Israel's uncontested political leader after a vicious elections campaign. March 18, 2015
New Israeli initiative aims to improve foreign tradeStepping up efforts to become a leading force in the global import-export market, the ministry of economy launched a new website, Israel-Trade.Net. March 12, 2015
Arab lawyer from Jerusalem arrested for aiding HamasIsraeli security forces prevented a serious prison security breach when it caught a lawyer serving as a conduit between Hamas terrorists in various prisons. March 12, 2015
Israel to Connect New Palestinian City to Water GridAlthough the Palestinians have resisted cooperating with Israel over connecting the new Palestinian city of Rawabi to the national water grid, Israel announced last week that it approved the move anyway. March 3, 2015
‘Zionist’ Muslim Teenager Completes IDF Preparatory ProgramMohammed Zoabi, the Arab-Israeli teen who made headlines over the summer for condemning Palestinian terror, has completed a week of preparation to join the IDF. Zoabi in uniform. (Photo: Facebook) Arab-I... February 24, 2015
Jerusalem mayor and bodyguard catch terrorist who stabbed Jewish victimA terrorist stabbed a Jewish man in central Jerusalem on Sunday. Mayor Nir Barkat and his bodyguard grabbed the assailant and held him down until police arrived. February 22, 2015
Palestinian Christians Fear ISIS PresenceFear grows that ISIS has infiltrated Palestinian society and will continue its reign of terror targeting Christians. February 19, 2015
Terror Victim Adele Biton, 4, Passes AwayAfter an intense battle for life, a four-year-old terror victim succumbs. February 18, 2015
New IDF Chief of Staff Sworn InThe IDF welcomes its new Chief of Staff, a man known both for his firm stance against terrorism and his measured approach to external threats. February 16, 2015
Israel Electric Corporation Limits Power to Palestinians Over Massive DebtAfter threatening to do so for years, Israel's electric company has decided to stem the flow of power to the PA, which is hundreds of millions of shekels in arrears. January 29, 2015
WATCH: Archaeology Presents the Life of King DavidArchaeologists discovered 3000-year-old artifacts in the Valley of Elah, where David slew Goliath, shedding light on Jewish life based on devotion to God. January 29, 2015
Netanyahu: ‘The Jewish People Will Defend Itself by Itself’Citing the lessons of the Holocaust, Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to defend the State of Israel in any way necessary. January 28, 2015
WATCH: Israeli Care Saves Lalli the LambLalli is a lamb who was born in Israel with two deformed front legs, leaving her unable to walk. Thanks to Israeli ingenuity and physiotherapy, she has been given a new life. January 22, 2015
‘Grand Challenges Israel’ announces global health innovationsTop Israeli innovators receive grants for bold ideas to find solutions for developing nations - markets in which there’s a real need for urgent solutions. January 19, 2015
Memory of Eyal, Gilad and Naftali Inspires Unity Award“There can be no better remembrance for their souls. This is exactly what the nation of Israel and the people of Israel need.” January 15, 2015
IDF Brigade Faces Challenge in SamariaThe commander of the IDF Ephraim Brigade talks about the challenges facing his brigade in the Western Samaria sector. From the vantage point near the Tzofim IDF post in the Kalkilya area, one can see the ent... January 15, 2015
Israeli Baseball Hits a Home RunBaseball in Israel has started to take off with a new youth academy and a recent European World Series win. Does Israeli baseball have what it takes to make the Major Leagues? Spain vs. Israel at Florida's ... January 15, 2015
Sima Menora – A special lady who is illuminating the path to successSima Menora created DROR after tragedy struck her family. The organization helps girls to achieve success and self confidence, paving their way for a brighter future. January 1, 2015
‘Coordinated attack’: Christians assaulted by Muslims over Jerusalem land dealArmenian clerics seriously wounded in clashes with Muslim Arabs amid claims of 'coordinated physical attack.' January 3, 0202
