Defense synergy: Israel’s Elbit buys state-owned rival IMIElbit completes purchase of Israel’s IMI after government approval. November 26, 2018
Evacuated Samarian outpost celebrates victory in KnessetJewish residents from the evacuated Samarian outpost of Migron were put on a list to receive priority treatment, on Sunday. November 26, 2018
Coalition partner: Government’s survival ‘slim’Israel's finance minister doesn't hold out much hope for the government's long-term viability. November 26, 2018
President of Chad meets with Netanyahu, ‘wants to renew ties’ with IsraelAfter meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President of Chad Idriss Deby declared his desire to reestablish relations with the Jewish state, following a decades-long break in diplomacy between the nations. November 25, 2018
WATCH: Flash flood rips through southern IsraelIsraeli authorities shut down portions of major roads for several hours over the weekend as flash floods tore through southern portions of the country. November 25, 2018
WATCH: Daily Israel News Recap! – Nov. 25, 2018Here is a recap of the top Israel news stories on November 25, 2018. November 25, 2018
Crisis of votes faces coalition over Cultural Loyalty BillThe coalition may face an embarrassment at the Knesset's plenum on Monday as its slim majority is tested. November 25, 2018
Czech president kicks off Jerusalem embassy move in IsraelZeman will open the 'Czech House' in Jerusalem, 'a precursor' to the transfer of the Czech Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. November 25, 2018
Tall order: Defense Ministry buys 360,000 Chanukah donutsIDF troops serving throughout the Chanukah holiday will enjoy a traditional seasonal treat courtesy of the defense ministry. November 25, 2018
Energy superpower? Israel signs deal to pipe gas to EuropeIsrael has signed an agreement with Italy, Greece, and Cyprus to lay the longest gas pipeline in history. November 25, 2018
Ultra-Orthodox rabbi to El Al: Apologize for slander or face boycottThe airline must apologize for 'slandering' the passengers of the Friday flight that took off too late to land in Israel before the Sabbath, says prominent rabbi. November 25, 2018
Analysis: Must Israel reoccupy Gaza?For the past decade, Israeli leaders have focused on managing, rather than solving the Gaza terror crisis. By Daniel Krygier, World Israel News Most security experts agree that as long as Hamas remains i... November 25, 2018
Jerusalem mayor blasts EU hypocrisy over Israeli demolitionsJerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat slammed the European Union Sunday. November 25, 2018
Netanyahu approves new IDF chief of staffNetanyahu approved Aviv Kochavi's appointment as IDF chief of staff on Sunday. November 25, 2018
President of Chad makes historic visit to Jerusalem'This is an historic visit, the first by a President of Chad to Israel since the establishment of the state,' the Prime Minister’s Office stated. November 25, 2018
Eyal Zamir named new IDF deputy chief of staffPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed new Deputy IDF Chief of General Staff Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir at the Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv. November 23, 2018
WATCH: Daily Israel News Recap! – Nov. 22, 2018Here is a recap of the top Israel news stories on November 22, 2018. November 22, 2018
Israeli army scores high in global power ranking surveyAccording to a report which took into account 55 different factors, Israel’s Power Index puts it at a very respectable place out of 136 nations. November 22, 2018
Rarest, most expensive ‘Palestine’ banknote in history up for auctionGot a lot of loose change? Here's what you can do with it... November 22, 2018
Did non-profit give former PM over $2 million?Civil Service Commission questions why the Wexner Foundation paid Ehud Barak $2.3 million between 2004 and 2006. November 22, 2018
Justice Minister: Yes, ultimatum to Netanyahu was mistakeIsrael's Justice Minister admitted the Jewish Home Party shouldn't have issued an ultimatum to Prime Minister Netanyahu. November 22, 2018
Education minister doubles down: IDF soldiers ‘bound by legal chains’The Jewish Home Party's Naftali Bennett defended comments he made earlier in the week that there is too much legal interference in Israeli military decision-making. November 22, 2018
WATCH: A wind in the sails of tourism to IsraelIsraeli tourism is on the rise, and the Ministry of Tourism is eager to capitalize on the international attention that Israel is getting as a destination hot spot. November 22, 2018
JCC bomb hoaxer sentenced to 10 years in prisonAn Israeli judge sentenced the JCC bomb hoaxer to 10 years in prison for making thousands of bomb threats to Jewish communities. November 22, 2018
WATCH: Israeli poker ace describes sport’s exciting future with new Knesset billThere should be no problem playing in Israel as long as you pay your taxes on time, he quips. November 22, 2018
Sen. Rand Paul tries to block US security aid to IsraelPaul, who has made known his opposition to Israeli military aid in the past, is trying to block the passage of bipartisan legislation ensuring the Jewish state's security. November 21, 2018
Israeli bill to ease expulsion of illegal migrantsIllegal infiltrators will not be recognized as refugees if the state of war in their countries has ended, a newly submitted bill states. November 21, 2018
ADL: Saudi textbooks still teaching anti-Semitic incitementZionism achieves its goals through the use of 'money, politics, womankind, drugs and the media,' a Saudi textbook says. November 21, 2018
Cigarette case that may have saved life in Holocaust brought to IsraelA finely crafted silver cigarette case that may have saved a life in the Lodz Ghetto has been brought to Israel. November 21, 2018
IDF General to Gaza Belt students: ‘I can’t promise you quiet’"I can't promise you quiet," the IDF general told high school students during a frank talk in the Gaza Belt. November 21, 2018
Auction block: Einstein’s thank you note to orphaned Israeli childrenProf. Albert Einstein's letter thanking orphaned Israeli children for sandals is going up for auction. November 21, 2018
First Temple discovery: 3,000-year-old ‘Beka’ weightA “Beka” weight from the First Temple period was discovered in the Emek Tzurim sifting project in Jerusalem. November 21, 2018
WATCH: Daily Israel News Recap! – Nov. 20, 2018Here is a recap of the top Israel news stories on November 20, 2018. November 20, 2018
Poll: Most Israelis don’t believe NetanyahuThe majority of Israelis believe it was politics that motivated Netanyahu to fight for his coalition and not a security threat, as the prime minister claimed. November 20, 2018
Sky Angels: Israel leads one of biggest search and rescue drills in worldThe SAR teams from six countries focused on inter-unit collaboration while saving lives. November 20, 2018
Fraud, perjury, tax evasion: Israeli police say indict interior ministerIsrael's Police recommend indicting Interior Minister Aryeh Deri for a laundry list of offenses. By World Israel News Staff Israel's Police and Tax authority recommended indicting Interior Minister Aryeh ... November 20, 2018
Netanyahu: Israel will not join Global Migration TreatySeeking to secure Israel's Jewish majority and character, Israel will not join the Global Compact for Migration. November 20, 2018
Jews, Arabs react to Airbnb boycottAirbnb's decision Monday to ban Judea and Samaria listings from its home-rental site sparked strong reactions. By World Israel News Staff Airbnb's decision on Monday to ban Judea and Samaria apartment li... November 20, 2018
Israeli study finds medical clowning no jokeWhen a therapeutic clown accompanied children treated in sex-abuse and gastro clinics, the procedure was easier for patient, parent and medical staff. November 20, 2018
WATCH: Israeli TV series wins Emmy awardAn Israeli TV series received the International Emmy Award for Best Comedy at the 46th annual ceremony in New York on Monday evening. November 20, 2018
IDF: Would-be Arab attacker hid knife in Pringles canThe Israeli military says it thwarted a terror attack near Jerusalem on Monday when it uncovered a knife concealed in a Pringles container being held by a woman. November 20, 2018
WATCH: Daily Israel News Recap! – Nov. 19, 2018Here is a recap of the top Israel news stories on November 19, 2018. November 19, 2018
Lawyers running IDF? Israel’s attorney general, chief of staff deny itAttorney General and Chief of Staff defend IDF from charges that lawyers interfere with operations. November 19, 2018
Fleeing female IDF soldiers spark criticism of ‘mixed units’Five female IDF soldiers fled before Palestinians despite being well-armed. November 19, 2018
Opposition ridicules Bennett after ultimatum about-faceOpposition members ridiculed Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett after he announced he would remain in the Netanyahu government. November 19, 2018
Bennett demands ‘revolution’ in Israel’s defense policyBennett said his party will remain in the government but called for an overhaul of security policies, stressing that Israel must start winning again. November 19, 2018
Bennett backs down: ‘We’re not resigning’Acknowledging that his move could hurt him politically, Bennett said, 'You win some, you lose some,' saying that doing what's best for the country takes priority. November 19, 2018
WATCH: Israeli foreign ministry hosts fun run for diplomats from abroadThe event raised funds for Shalva, an Israeli organization that helps children with special needs. November 19, 2018
What happened on El Al flight 002 as Sabbath approached?A New York to Tel Aviv Flight Thursday night caused arguments due to possible Shabbat landing in Israel, but was there violence? November 19, 2018
WATCH: Daily Israel News Recap! – Nov. 18, 2018Here is a recap of the top Israel news stories on November 18, 2018. November 18, 2018
Netanyahu makes last-ditch attempt to stave off early electionsBenjamin Netanyahu will meet a second time with his minister of finance to stave off early elections. November 18, 2018
Jewish Home party furious over firing of deputy defense ministerThe Jewish Home Party expressed anger after one of their members, MK Rabbi Eli Ben-Dahan, was not reappointed as deputy minister of defense. November 18, 2018
Will Netanyahu give Bennett defense portfolio?In a reversal, PM Netanyahu will grant Education Minister Naftali Bennett's request to head the defense department, according to reports. November 18, 2018
Finance Minister: I’ve no problem with Bennett at defenseFinance Minister Kahlon said Saturday that he has no problem with Naftali Bennett becoming minister of defense. November 18, 2018
Justice Minister: Government must go right or go homeWithout Bennett as defense minister, 'this government is called right-wing but in practice fulfills left-wing policy, Ayelet Shaked stated. November 18, 2018
Polls: Majority of Israelis disapprove of government’s handling of Gaza crisisAccording to one poll, 74 percent of Israelis disapproved of how the prime minister dealt with the confrontation with Hamas. November 18, 2018
Macy’s Day Parade balloons to brighten Jewish unity event in JerusalemIn time for Chanukah, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade comes to Jerusalem for an event symbolizing unity between Israel and Diaspora Jews. November 18, 2018
Early election rumors swirl, but Netanyahu denies coalition crumblingThe Jewish Home Party is leaving the coalition, forcing early elections. November 17, 2018
Is Israel heading to snap elections?Since Liberman's resignation as defense minister, political indicators point to Israel's return to the ballot to elect a new government. November 15, 2018
Israeli MK takes heat for calling Hamas attacks away from Tel Aviv ‘minor’Leaders across the political spectrum dismissed Hanegbi's differentiation between rocket fire on the south and Tel Aviv. He later apologized. November 15, 2018
