Tragedy at IDF training base: 18-year-old soldier dies after sudden collapse The IDF says it shares in the family’s grief and will continue to accompany them. November 13, 2025
Time selects Eli Sharabi captivity memoir for 100 must-read books of 2025 It is the first published memoir of a freed Hamas captive and has become a bestseller in Hebrew. November 13, 2025
Poll: Israelis prefer annexing Judea & Samaria over two-state solution Just over a quarter of Israeli Jews say Israel should pursue a negotiated settlement with the Palestinian Authority, a new poll shows. November 13, 2025
Israel’s important new allies, and an old enemy, Turkey The increasingly pro-Western orientation of Azerbaijan and Armenia could effectively shut out both Iranian and Russian access to commercial and investment activity in the region. November 13, 2025
Barnea to Step Down as Mossad Chief in June Despite major successes in the war, Barnea remains shadowed by the Oct. 7 intelligence failure. November 13, 2025
Hamas Nukhba prisoners making weapons in Israeli jails: Report Hamas’s elite prisoners are secretly turning cell hardware into weapons. November 13, 2025
Deputy Knesset Speaker praises Meir Kahane as ‘worthy of the Israel Prize’ Kahane, an Israeli-American rabbi, founded the Jewish Defense League in the United States and later the Kach party in Israel. November 12, 2025
Pentagon picks Israeli startup to build AI ‘one-way’ attack drones in the US Crucially for Washington’s drive to onshore drone supply chains, XTEND will build and support the systems from its new headquarters and manufacturing hub in Tampa, Florida. November 12, 2025
Sa’ar: Iran attempted to assassinate multiple Israeli diplomats Sa'ar noted that the diplomatic mission in Estonia is the third new embassy he has opened this year. November 12, 2025
After 75 years, Israel’s Army Radio to shut down Defense Minister Katz argued that continuing the station’s operation drags the IDF into political discourse and harms its reputation as the people’s army. November 12, 2025
Ron Dermer resigns as Israel’s strategic affairs minister Opposition Leader Yair Lapid, despite many policy disagreements, commended Dermer’s commitment to Israel. November 12, 2025
Herzog visits Congo, Zambia to deepen Israel-Africa ties Isaac Herzog’s stop in Zambia marked the first visit ever by an Israeli president to the southern African nation. November 12, 2025
Israel seeks to seize 50 vessels from Gaza-bound flotilla Court filing cites Hamas violations as the basis for confiscation request. November 12, 2025
Daughter of murdered hostage: ‘This could go on for months’ Meni Goddard’s daughter says officials offered 'no concrete information' about a time frame for the return of her father’s body. November 12, 2025
Gal Gadot wins $1 Million Genesis Prize, dedicates funds to heal Israel Stan Polovets, founder and chairman of the Genesis Prize Foundation, commended Gadot’s selection, noting that the prize is an affirmation of her moral fortitude. November 11, 2025
Israel’s largest-ever public works project gets underway NTA officials anticipate strong global participation in the project, as well as significant involvement from Israeli infrastructure and construction companies. November 11, 2025
Israel bids farewell to Hadar Goldin 'Rest in peace, Hadar. The path of righteousness you left behind will continue to guide us, with your image engraved on the nation’s heart.' November 11, 2025
Israel military’s internal probes of Hamas attack criticized as inadequate The panel praised the efforts of frontline intelligence personnel and civilian rapid-response teams, who acted professionally and courageously despite the chaos. November 11, 2025
‘Many European countries increasing arms purchases from Israel’ The rising demand from allied nations is keeping Israel’s production lines running and driving further innovation. November 11, 2025
Ex-hostage: Not just Hamas — Gazan civilians abused me Matan Zangauker said that after he was abducted to the Gaza Strip, 'children, women, and old people' attacked him with pipes and rocks. November 11, 2025
Israeli Sovereignty Movement targets U.S.-led Gaza center in new campaign The group denounces the cease-fire agreement as a threat to national security. November 11, 2025
Israel moves to permanently ban Al Jazeera Knesset approves first reading of bill which would make permanent the government's ability to close hostile foreign media outlets and remove judicial oversight over such bans. November 11, 2025
Herzl Budinger, architect of Israel’s air power in Lebanon, passes away at 82 Under his command, the IAF improved long-range strike capabilities, introduced Black Hawk helicopters, and decided to procure F-15I fighter jets. November 10, 2025
‘Lion’s Roar’: IDF launches three-day drill in Judea, Samaria and Jordan Valley As part of the drill, simulated enemy forces will be deployed in the area, which will be identified by designated vests, the council stated. November 10, 2025
Islamist Knesset Member storms out of interview over Hamas question MK Mansour Abbas, an Arab Israeli lawmaker and head of an Islamist party, refuses to say whether he supports the elimination of the Hamas terror organization. November 10, 2025
Lebanese owner expels Israelis from Sinai eatery over Gazan ‘genocide’ The woman defended both Hamas and Hezbollah for acting against Israel. November 10, 2025
‘Fake news’: US confirms aid is flowing into Gaza, contradicting Hamas propaganda More than 840 pallets of medical supplies—which include maternal and neonatal health equipment—have entered Gaza in recent weeks. November 10, 2025
Israeli coalition rift deepens as ultra-Orthodox leader rejects terrorist death penalty The law would allow the death penalty to be imposed by majority vote and eliminate any possibility of mitigation once a final sentence has been issued. November 10, 2025
Settlement expansion hits all-time high in 2025, 13 towns legalized Tenders for construction of 5,667 new housing units in Judea and Samaria issue so far in 2025, 50% higher than the previous record year of 2018. November 10, 2025
New Israel-Iran war inevitable, will be far more intense: Report Experts say negotiations to curb Iran’s nuclear efforts are 'dead' as Israel remains dissatisfied with the results of Operation Rising Lion. November 10, 2025
Jared Kushner arrives in Israel for Gaza talks with Netanyahu, source says The next phase of the ceasefire is supposed to see the standing up of a multinational force that would gradually take over security inside Gaza from the Israeli military. November 10, 2025
‘It took 11 years to bring him back’: Hadar Goldin’s family experiences closure with return of his remains from Gaza Goldin’s mother, Leah, spoke of the long fight to retrieve her son and the principles that guided the family throughout the ordeal. November 9, 2025
‘A new Israeli dream’: Government earmarks $310 million to transform Beersheba and Negev The initiative aims to expand the ecosystem connecting academia, industry, and the military while promoting innovation, cyber technologies, employment, tourism, and the revitalization of Beersheba’s Old City. November 9, 2025
Netanyahu to face Knesset debate on inquiry into October 7 failures Netanyahu has resisted calls for a formal state commission of inquiry, calling it 'politically biased.' November 9, 2025
India eyes joint production of Israeli missile systems India is Israel’s largest defense customer, accounting for about 34% of the Jewish state’s defense exports from 2020 to 2024. November 9, 2025
Israel and Morocco set to resume direct flights An estimated million Jews of Moroccan descent live in Israel (including Israel’s transport minister); 200,000 Israelis flocked to Morocco in 2022, many on 'roots trips.' November 9, 2025
S&P Global Ratings raises Israel outlook from negative to stable The S&P Global division said that it could raise Israel’s credit ratings if its growth and fiscal outcomes proved stronger than currently projected. November 9, 2025
Ex-IDF military advocate general hospitalized after suicide attempt – report Recently fired MAG Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, under investigation for leaking video of IDF reservists allegedly abusing jailed Hamas terrorist, was rushed to hospital after apparent suicide attempt. November 9, 2025
Oct 7th hero who defended kibbutz returned to Israel for burial Lior was part of Nir Yitzhak’s civilian rapid response team, which managed to repel the Hamas invaders on Oct. 7th. November 8, 2025
Israel to grant new immigrants two-year income tax exemption Under the tax reform, new immigrants who make the Jewish state their home and Israelis who return after living abroad for 10 or more years will be charged a zero-percent income tax rate in 2026 and 2027. November 6, 2025
IDF declares war on drone-based gun smugglers, turns Egyptian border into no-go zone Katz declares area near Egyptian frontier a closed military zone as IDF struggles to clamp down on drone-based weapons smuggling by Bedouin gunrunners. November 6, 2025
Hamas hands over body of another Israeli hostage via Red Cross Hamas claimed it had located the remains during searches in the Shijaiyah neighborhood of Gaza City. November 5, 2025
Even traumatized parents can shield their children from war’s emotional toll, Israeli study finds The novel insight: even highly stressed or traumatized parents can protect their children if they use adaptive emotional support strategies, known as interpersonal emotion regulation (IER). November 5, 2025
Diaspora Affairs minister urges New York Jews to move to Israel As of recent estimates, approximately 1.1 to 1.2 million Jews live in the city, making up roughly 13% of the total population. November 5, 2025
Shin Bet admits: 80% of freed murderers returned to terror Since October 7th, 2023, roughly 4,000 terrorists have been freed in exchange deals and ceasefires. November 5, 2025
Body of Itay Chen, last American hostage, returned to Israel US officials mourn fallen soldier as Israel continues push to recover remains of others held in Gaza. November 5, 2025
‘Smoking gun’ of ancient wine production unearthed in northern Israel Excavations in northern Israel unearth one of the oldest hewn winepresses ever discovered in Israel, along with 3,300-year-old ritual items. November 5, 2025
Israel receives body of fallen hostage from Gaza The government and military remain fully committed to returning every hostage home. November 4, 2025
Netanyahu may call snap elections amid military advocate general scandal Some in Netanyahu’s circle believe his campaign could serve as a focal point for a broader campaign on judicial reform. November 4, 2025
EU boosts Israeli defense purchases despite boycott threats Israeli arms exports hit a record $14.8 billion in 2024, with a whopping 54% of those exports going to European countries. November 4, 2025
Justice minister calls for A-G’s removal over conflict of interest in leak probe Even some supporters say the attorney general should hand off the case to avoid the appearance of bias. November 4, 2025
‘Pressure Hamas!’ – Families of slain hostages demand answers 'We are begging for a meeting'' with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, says sister of fallen soldier held by Hamas since 2014. November 4, 2025
IDF top lawyer claims ‘temporary amnesia’ on missing phone, leak Israel’s top military attorney is accused of leaking a damaging video, lying about it, and trying to cover her tracks by disposing of her personal cell phone in the Mediterranean Sea. November 4, 2025
WATCH: Freed hostage Rom Braslavski enjoys the beach for the first time since his release Rom Braslavski, who endured two years of brutal captivity and was held alone, takes to the beach for the first time since he was freed. November 4, 2025
‘No more containment’ – Netanyahu announces major shift in IDF doctrine Prime minister says Israel needs a larger military as IDF shifts from mission of containment to initiative and 'around-the-clock activity.' November 3, 2025
Knesset advances ‘Death Penalty for Terrorists’ bill after Netanyahu drops opposition Bill mandating the death penalty for terrorists who murder Israelis passes preliminary Knesset vote after securing backing from prime minister. November 3, 2025
Police arrest top Histadrut, municipal officials in sweeping corruption probe Raids target 12 government authorities and six municipalities as part of two-year undercover investigation. November 3, 2025
Israel to invest NIS 1 billion to rebuild Soroka Medical Center after Iranian missile strike Philanthropist Sylvan Adams pledged $100 million to cover a full third of the funding. November 3, 2025
IDF top attorney arrested after suicide scare, video leak Israel’s top military attorney Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi was taken into custody, days after she admitted to her role in the leak of a highly sensitive video to the media. November 3, 2025
Hamas returns bodies of 3 IDF soldiers slain on Oct. 7 The IDF confirmed that the remains belong to Israeli-American Capt. Omer Neutra, Sergeant Oz Daniel, and Lt. Col. Asaf Hamami. November 3, 2025
