Series of minor earthquakes rattles Israel’s north Israel was rattled by a series of tremors with their epicenter near Tiberias. No one was injured and no major damage was done. July 5, 2018
Palestinians attack police before evacuation of illegal Bedouin village Palestinians threw rocks at police as preparations were made to remove an illegal Bedouin village along the Jerusalem-Jericho road. By: World Israel News Staff Police said Wednesday that Palestinians thr... July 4, 2018
Slovakia latest to announce opening of cultural consulate in Jerusalem Slovakian National Council Speaker Andrej Danko announced that his country will open a cultural consulate in Jerusalem. July 4, 2018
Netanyahu ends Temple Mount ban on Knesset Members, sparking dissent Jewish Knesset members praised Netanyahu's decision to rescind a two-year ban preventing lawmakers from visiting the Temple Mount. Arab MKs were quick to denounce it. July 4, 2018
WATCH: Israeli tech helps rescue Thai youth soccer team trapped in cave A football team in Thailand was found after being missing in a cave for nine days. An Israeli tech company's technology was involved in helping find them. July 4, 2018
Israel surpasses America as most populous Jewish center in the world The largest concentration of Jewish people, more than 6.5 million, live in Israel, compared with 5.7 million in the United States. July 3, 2018
Bill curtailing Israel-bashers in public schools advances in Knesset A bill preventing left-wing activists critical of Israel from addressing students in the nation’s educational institutions passed its last hurdle on the way to becoming law. July 3, 2018
WATCH: Israel brings aid to Syrian refugees, but will not grant entry While the IDF will provide much-needed aid to Syrians on the border fleeing violence from the civil war, Israel has made it clear no refugees will be granted entry. July 3, 2018
Baby girl born to husband of murdered terror victim The second wife of Natan Meir, whose first wife Dafna was murdered in January 2016, gave birth to a baby girl. By: World Israel News Staff A daughter was born on Sunday night to Natan Meir and his seco... July 2, 2018
Israel blocks entry to American-Jewish BDS activist at airport Ariel Gold was denied entry into Israel over her actions against the Jewish state. July 2, 2018
IDF attaché’s car stolen in unnamed European city The car belonging to an IDF attaché was stolen in an unnamed European country as his driver and bodyguard were standing nearby. July 2, 2018
Knesset set to pass IDF draft bill, despite haredi opposition A bill that would pressure ultra-Orthodox young men to enlist by threatening economic penalties enjoys broad support but is opposed by haredi parties. July 2, 2018
Yazidis traumatized in Iraq learn to be medical clowns in Israel Yazidis persecuted by ISIS in Iraq were in Israel to learn how to become medical clowns so they can help their war-ravaged brethren back home. July 1, 2018
Rare Jewish Revolt Coin Found Depicting Rebels’ Prayers Against Defeat by Romans A rare coin minted on the eve of the destruction of the Second Temple reveals that Jews hoped for 'redemption of Zion.' July 1, 2018
Majority of Israelis pleased with their lives, ultra-Orthodox the happiest The majority of Israelis are satisfied with their lives, a study has found, while ultra-Orthodox Jews experience the least stress, loneliness, depression and worry. July 1, 2018
Lawmakers blast Knesset conference titled ‘Children Under Occupation’ A Knesset event about 'Children under Occupation' is stirring controversy. July 1, 2018
Likud to take revenge against Jewish Agency for Herzog election A senior Likud MK said that his party would take revenge against the Jewish Agency for electing a member of Israel's opposition as chairman, contrary to accepted practice. July 1, 2018
IDF rescues injured Syrian orphans, provides humanitarian aid The IDF brought into Israeli territory at least 6 wounded Syrians, with soldiers providing first aid before before moving the refugees to an Israeli hospital. June 30, 2018
WATCH: Knesset member threatens to boycott El Al Israel Airlines Last week an El Al flight was delayed for over an hour when four ultra-Orthodox passengers refused to sit next to a woman or to speak with female flight attendants. June 30, 2018
IDF provides humanitarian aid to Syrian refugees fleeing Assad’s southern assault Israeli troops transferred humanitarian aid to refugees fleeing fighting in southern Syria overnight, as the bloody civil war rages on to Israel's east. June 29, 2018
Israeli Minister leaves post in protest over expanding Reform prayer site at Western Wall The Cultural and Sports Minister stepped down as chair of a committee rather than approve a budget for an egalitarian prayer section at the Western Wall. June 28, 2018
Israeli lawmakers call to cancel Hungarian PM’s visit in country Israeli lawmakers are calling for the cancellation of a visit by Hungarian Prime Minister Victor Orban to Israel over his far-right politics and past anti-Semitism-linked scandals. June 28, 2018
WATCH: Doubling of advanced math students ‘saved Israel,’ Bennett says Within three years, Israel doubled the number of advanced math students in Israeli high schools, particularly in the periphery, Bennett announced. June 28, 2018
At Putin summit, Trump to give Israel ‘green light’ to attack Iran in Syria The US will back Israel's right to attack Iran in Syria 'wherever and however Israel wants to,' says a Western diplomat. June 28, 2018
Israel convicts hacker who sparked terrorism scare against US Jews Israel convicted a man for a wave of bomb threats against Jewish community centers in the US and other targets around the world. June 28, 2018
WATCH: Prince William visits the Western Wall Prince William, accompanied by rabbis, visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Thursday morning. June 28, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu praises softening of Poland’s Holocaust Law Netanyahu cited the importance of free speech and historical research while stressing Israel's strong friendship with Poland over the past three decades. June 28, 2018
Prince William toured Jerusalem holy sites on final day of visit Prince William toured Jerusalem holy sites and paid a pilgrimage to the tomb of his great-grandmother on the final day of his historic tour to the region. June 28, 2018
Prince William refers to PA as a ‘country’ in meeting with Abbas Prince William met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Wednesday and inexplicably referred to the Palestinian Authority as a "country." June 27, 2018
Netanyahu: Poland’s retreat on Holocaust law a victory for ‘truth’ The Israeli prime minister lauded the removal of parts of a law that threatened criminal charges for individuals who blame Poland for Holocaust crimes. June 27, 2018
Israel and Indonesia, world’s largest Muslim state, scrap mutual ban on tourist visas Israel reversed its ban on Indonesian tourists entering the country after Jakarta agreed to lift its prohibition on visas to Israelis. June 27, 2018
Knesset advances bill fighting Palestinian payments to terrorists The Knesset’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee advanced its attempts to penalize the PA for incentivizing terror through stipends. June 27, 2018
WATCH: Camouflage uniform gives IDF a new look After seven decades of wearing the familiar olive-green uniform, IDF combat troops will be sporting a new look. June 27, 2018
WATCH: Netanyahu prays for day Israel will play soccer against a free Iran Netanyahu praised the Iranian team for blocking soccer superstar Ronaldo from scoring a goal and expressed hope that one day Israel will play against a free Tehran. June 27, 2018
WATCH: Prince William plays soccer with children in Jaffa Jewish and Arab children were thrilled when Prince William participated in a kids' soccer match that represented hope for peace and coexistence. June 27, 2018
Rivlin sends ‘message of peace’ to Abbas through Prince William Prince William met with President Reuven Rivlin and Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu on Monday, following a visit to the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial earlier on the first day of his royal visit. June 26, 2018
WATCH: Prince William says Israel-UK ties have ‘never been stronger’ The Duke of Cambridge spoke about the strong ties between the UK and Israel and said that Britain "stands with" the Jewish state. June 26, 2018
IDF taps into unique abilities of autistic soldiers A special IDF program channels the abilities of soldiers on the autistic spectrum, turning disabilities into advantages. June 26, 2018
‘Terrifying…trying to comprehend the scale,’ Prince William says at Yad Vashem 'Terrifying. (I’m) trying to comprehend the scale,' Prince William said, viewing the display of shoes left behind by Jews killed in a Nazi extermination camp. June 26, 2018
Prince William arrives in Israel for historic visit On Monday evening, the Duke of Cambridge stepped off a Royal Air Force jet in Israel, marking the first official visit by a senior member of the Royal Family since the Jewish state was founded in 1948. https... June 25, 2018
Israeli lawmaker: Block Prince William’s visit to Temple Mount under Arab auspices Smotrich has asked Netanyahu to block Prince William’s visit to the Temple Mount under the auspices of the PA, saying it would undermine Israel's sovereignty. June 25, 2018
Strong Israeli economy magnet for 130,000 illegal migrants There are 130,000 illegal immigrants in Israel and hundreds of thousands more want to come due to Israel's strong economy, according to an immigration official. June 25, 2018
WATCH: UK journalist demands to know why royal family shunned Israel Prince William is set to visit Israel. It will be the first official royal visit to the country. But why now, after repeated invitations in the past? June 25, 2018
Israel promoting railway linking Haifa to Saudi Arabia Israel is promoting a transportation plan to boost peace hopes and connect Israel and the Palestinians to their neighbors in the Middle East. June 24, 2018
WATCH: Before British royal visit, envoy defends ‘occupied Jerusalem’ statement British Ambassador to Israel David Quarrey spoke about Prince William's upcoming visit to Israel and the Palestinian Authority next week and the goals of the British royal's visit. June 24, 2018
WATCH: How Jewish kids connect to their roots through art Beit Hatfutsot - The Museum of the Jewish people in Tel Aviv tells the unique and ongoing story of the Jewish People. The museum’s Koret International School for Jewish Peoplehood Studies is hosting an exhibit ... June 24, 2018
Sara Netanyahu indicted for misusing funds to purchase gourmet food Attorney General Mandelblit filed an indictment against the prime minister's wife, which Netanyahu's lawyer called "ridiculous and bizarre." June 21, 2018
Netanyahu seeks to extend Dermer’s term as ambassador to US to 6th year Netanyahu has asked the government to extend Israeli Ambassador to the US Ron Dermer's five-year term by another year. June 21, 2018
WATCH: Bahrain’s warming ties with Israel litmus test for Saudis Saudi Arabia is encouraging Bahrain's warming ties with Israel possibly as a way of testing the Arab street's reaction. June 21, 2018
Isaac Herzog to head Jewish Agency despite Netanyahu’s opposition Netanyahu clashes with Jewish Agency leaders over the appointment of the next head. June 21, 2018
WATCH: What did Israeli spy Segev give to the Iranians? Former Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Gonen Segev was arrested last month by the Israel Security Agency and indicted on charges of aiding the enemy in time of war and espionage against the State of Israel. What are the consequences should he be convicted? June 20, 2018
Israeli court nixes Jewish terror suspect’s confessions under torture 'A justice system that respects human dignity cannot accept confessions made under duress as valid evidence,' the court ruled. June 19, 2018
WATCH: Iranian praises Israeli anti-drought technology, in Persian An award-winning Iranian-Canadian political satirist discusses Israeli technology's potentially positive impact on Iran's water crisis. June 19, 2018
District court freezes UN’s illegal Jerusalem construction The Jerusalem District Court has required the UN to desist from any further construction until a full agreement is reached through diplomatic negotiations, which have been underway for over a year. June 17, 2018
Police injured while evacuating illegal outpost in Samaria Demonstrators countered with accusations of police using excessive force. June 17, 2018
WATCH: Ramadan comes to a peaceful end in Jerusalem In stark contrast to the situation at the Gaza border, the Muslim festival marking the end of the month of Ramadan in Jerusalem was observed without violence. June 16, 2018
Netanyahu holds surprise meeting with visiting Muslim leader The Israeli prime minister met with an Indonesian leader of 60 million Muslims on Thursday, hoping to improve tense relations between the two nations. June 14, 2018
WATCH: Haley slams UN for anti-Israel bias Haley slammed UN members who are quick to denounce Israel but scared to oppose Hamas. June 14, 2018
Buffett helps raise $80m. for Israel Bonds Buffett helped raise $80 million at an event last week and a total of $290 m. in the past year and a half. June 14, 2018
WATCH: Humans destroyed 83% of mammal and plant life, Israeli study shows According to an Israeli census, humans have wiped out 83 percent of all mammal and plant life on Earth. June 14, 2018
