‘Strategic partnership’: Cyprus-Greece-Israel ties hailed at Nicosia conference'Our trilateral cooperation has evolved considerably since its inception, and we can proudly say that it is nothing else but a strategic partnership,' said President Nikos Christodoulides. June 20, 2023
Border Police officer gets suspended sentence, fined for assaulting Palestinian woman'Orian Khalifa was previously recorded hitting Jewish girls while they were taking part in a march around the Old City gates, but then the internal Police Investigations Department closed the case.' June 20, 2023
UN blasts Israeli expansion of ‘illegal settlements,’ US ‘deeply troubled’A Biden administration official said that the U.S. is 'deeply troubled' by the prospect of expanding Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria. June 20, 2023
Smotrich: President is ‘unfair mediator’ in judicial reform talks'He is 100% aligned with the left...unfortunately, he fails to be a fair mediator,' Smotrich said. He was slammed for his comments from both left and right. June 20, 2023
Terrorist’s funeral livestreamed to Israeli prison via smuggled phoneFuneral of Islamic Jihad terrorist Ahmed Daraghmeh was broadcast to his incarcerated brother in an Israeli prison, thanks to an illicit smartphone. June 20, 2023
Ukrainian First Lady learns how Israel deals with war trauma and injuries'We are very happy that you came here to see for yourself the special treatment here for children,' Israel's First Lady Michael Herzog told her Ukrainian counterpart. June 20, 2023
WATCH: Israel partners with Egypt, PA to develop offshore Gaza gas fieldDeal brings together the Palestinian Authority, Israel, and Egypt to tap into natural gas field 20 miles off Gaza coast. June 20, 2023
Israel Antiquities Authority shocked at return of thousands of illegally held itemsA 1,700-year-old anchor was returned by a citizen who found it while in a diving expedition off of Palmachim beach in 1996. June 20, 2023
‘Shame on you’: Orthodox man responds to anti-religious abuse on public bus near Tel Aviv'Go to the army,' the woman shouted, not realizing the man in the kippah, white shirt and sidelocks was in fact an IDF reserve officer. June 19, 2023
REVEALED: Israeli PM agreed to give up parts of Jerusalem’s Old City, Temple MountThe then-prime minister offered the concessions in 2000, Israel State Archives reveal. June 19, 2023
Israel’s population expected to rise to 15.6 million by 2048, increased Jewish majorityIsrael will be home to some 12 million Jews by the country's 100th birthday, demographers estimate. June 19, 2023
Jerusalem ‘surrenders’ to Arab pressure over illegal ‘mini Al-Aqsa’Fearing backlash, the Jerusalem municipality rescinds demolition order for illegal mosque expansion; Zionist NGOs slam compromise. June 19, 2023
BBC: Not fair to call anyone a ‘terrorist’The BBC statement came in response to an MK’s letter demanding that it stop ‘fanning terrorism.' June 19, 2023
Why did this secular actor pretend to be a gay, ultra-Orthodox man?Under fire, Oved justified his fraud by claiming he was standing up for a disempowered, voiceless community. June 19, 2023
WATCH: Why are Israeli-made tanks heading to Europe?In a historic deal, hundreds of Israeli Merkava tanks will be sold to countries in Europe amid Russia-Ukraine conflict. June 19, 2023
Opening of Russian consulate in Jerusalem – Why now?The site of the planned consular office is currently being used as a parking lot. June 19, 2023
‘Deepening our ties’ – Israel and Morocco agree to ease visas for workers, tourists'We are pouring more substance into the peace agreement,' says Interior Minister Moshe Arbel, after meeting with his Moroccan counterpart. June 19, 2023
Israel greenlights Gaza offshore gas fieldJerusalem said the project would emphasize Palestinian economic development and maintaining security in the region. June 18, 2023
NO MORE RED TAPE? Israel passes law to easily approve thousands of building permits in Judea and SamariaThe government passed a controversial resolution Sunday giving planning approval for construction in Judea and Samaria to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. June 18, 2023
WATCH: Right-wing activist optimistic about judicial reform – here’s whyBerale Crombie, co-founder of Tekuma 23, an NGO striving to build support for judicial reform, explains why he’s optimistic, despite all the hurdles and seeming lack of progress. June 18, 2023
‘Zionist decision’: Approval time for Judea and Samaria housing drastically shortenedIn parallel, the Civil Administration’s Supreme Planning Council is approving 4,500 new units at its meeting Sunday. June 18, 2023
Netanyahu government to advance part of judicial reformThe premier accused Opposition leaders of not taking talks on a compromise seriously. June 18, 2023
Left-wing demand for modest dress during visit to Muslim village sparks backlash, accusations of hypocrisyTwitter users alluded to the Israeli left’s tolerance for Islamic views that are in stark contrast with liberal values, while the same progressives vehemently criticize religiously observant Jews. June 18, 2023
Jerusalem family donates 1,300 dolls to help children during medical emergenciesThe dolls will be used by volunteers to provide comfort and support to young children when treating them or their relatives. June 18, 2023
WATCH: Israeli hermit living in fantastical cliffside cave threatened with evictionA man who has been living for close to 50 years in an labyrinthine cave hewn from the cliffside in Herzliya is being threatened with eviction by Israeli authorities. June 18, 2023
Russia to open embassy branch in JerusalemThe development seems to fly in the face of concerns raised by Russia in the past about such moves hindering a Middle East peace process. June 16, 2023
IDF soldier steals Humvee for family tripThe soldier drove the Humvee from the base to his residence in Petah Tikva, where he loaded his family onto the vehicle to take on a trip. June 15, 2023
WATCH: Israel launches massive search and rescue training exerciseIsrael Police organizes annual search and rescue drill - the largest such training exercise in the country. June 15, 2023
Israeli rights group urges public broadcaster to stop referring to ‘West Bank’The term 'damages public diplomacy' and therefore Judea and Samaria should be employed, B'Tslamo CEO Shai Glick says. June 15, 2023
State Dept. to question Israel over closed IDF probe into Arab-American’s deathThe U.S. State Department did not acknowledge that the Palestinian Authority had not handed over crucial evidence for the probe, nor that the IDF had punished several soldiers involved in the incident. June 15, 2023
‘Stop surrendering’ – Right-wing holds 1st-ever protest outside PM’s private residence demanding judicial reform'Enough of the ceaseless concessions to anarchists and the opposition,' says right-wing NGO in blistering statement to Netanyahu. June 15, 2023
Bill criminalizing hate speech against ultra-Orthodox advances in Knesset'It's time to put a stop to the dangerous incitement that is raging against the Haredi public,' says bill's author. June 15, 2023
Netanyahu says opposition not interested in talks after Gantz, Lapid freeze themThe Israeli leader promise to 'act responsibly for our country.' June 14, 2023
WATCH – Father of soldier killed by Egyptian policeman: IDF probe does not provide answersAn investigation by the IDF into the Egyptian border attack has revealed the errors made by the Israeli forces. June 14, 2023
Netanyahu’s plan backfires: Opposition candidate wins spot on judicial selection panelFour coalition members voted for Elharrar in the secret ballot, pushing Tali Gottlieb out the race. June 14, 2023
US ‘mini-deal’ with Iran is inevitable, but Israel can ‘live with it’: Netanyahu'Our stance is clear: No agreement with Iran will oblige Israel,' Netanyahu said. 'Israel will continue to do everything to defend itself.' June 14, 2023
Investigate Israel for war crimes in last Gaza clash, urges Amnesty Int’lAmnesty International statement glosses over 80-year-old Israeli killed by Islamic Jihad rocket, only briefly mentions Gaza-based terror groups indiscriminately firing at Israeli communities. June 14, 2023
Coalition set to vote down Judicial Selection Committee candidatesTraditionally, one coalition candidate and one opposition candidate are chosen to fill the two seats reserved for Knesset members in the forum. June 14, 2023
IDF admits mistakes after three IDF soldiers killed on southern border, officer dismissedTraining failures and hiding knowledge of the gate the terrorist used are two main factors blamed for the tragic incident. June 14, 2023
Preparing for war? IDF, healthcare facilities practice evacuation of special-needs patients'I believe there will be lessons here from the exercise for us, as we prepare ourselves for the real event.' June 14, 2023
Israeli woman finds 3000-year-old ‘Egyptian goddess’ on Tel Aviv beachThe Antiquities Authority confirmed that the figurine represented Hathor, an Egyptian goddess associated with fertility, strength, protection and wisdom. June 13, 2023
Israeli minister: J Street a ‘hostile organization’Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli criticized the lobby for supporting the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. June 13, 2023
Flexing political muscle: Arab-Israelis look to create earthquake in Jerusalem City Hall'An Arab list has the power to scoop up 10 mandates and bring about a significant change in the situation in Jerusalem,' Fatah activist Samir Singilawi said. June 13, 2023
‘We’re approaching Palestine,’ Ryanair announces on Tel Aviv-bound flightA passenger was threatened with arrest for trying to photograph flight attendant who repeatedly announced that the plane was going to land in Palestine. June 13, 2023
Haifa teacher slams student as ‘radical, intolerant’ for judicial reform supportLeft-wing teacher plays victim after writing condescending letter to graduating student, framing his support for judicial reform as troubling and claiming that he doesn't support Israeli democracy. June 13, 2023
MK asks: Why aren’t violent left-wing protesters criminally charged?Despite blocking highways and physically attacking police officers, not a single criminal charge has been filed against any person arrested during the anti-government protests, according to recent report. June 13, 2023
Police bust drug ring smuggling tens of millions of shekels of cocaine disguised as syrupThe contraband, worth tens of millions of shekels, had been discreetly hidden within approximately 180 bottles of syrup. June 13, 2023
Israel notifies U.S. of plan to greenlight thousands of new homes in Judea and SamariaIn a bid to prevent embarrassing the White House, American and Israeli officials confirmed that the Israeli government had informed their counterparts in Washington. June 13, 2023
WATCH: Netanyahu welcomes Lithuanian PM to Jerusalem, lauds ‘excellent relations’'Lithuania and Israel have excellent relations, which are going to become even stronger, even better in your visit. And you're indeed a welcome friend here in Jerusalem.' June 12, 2023
Israel bombed ISIS, killed hundreds of terrorists in 2015: Former IDF chiefFormer head of IDF says that Israel carried out 'extensive attack' against ISIS terror group on foreign soil, killing hundreds of operatives. June 12, 2023
Lapid testifies in Netanyahu corruption trial; lawyer notes contradictionNetanyahu's lawyer identified a contradiction in Lapid’s version of events. June 12, 2023
Protesters spit on Israeli minister: ‘Violence masquerading as democracy’Energy Minister says protesters spat on him as he attended event celebrating 100 years of electricity in Tel Aviv; Social media users post photos of his suit jacket covered in what appears to be saliva. June 12, 2023
WATCH: Will a certain country purchase Israel’s Arrow 3 missile defense system?A certain country is set to buy Israel’s Arrow 3 Missile Defense System, for $4.3 billion. Why? June 12, 2023
Soldiers’ protests spark IDF policy changes on Egypt borderIDF brass shortens border guarding shifts from 12 to 8 hours, after Egyptian terrorist infiltrated into Israel and killed 3 Israeli soldiers. June 12, 2023
PA chairman Abbas unable to fulfill his duties due to poor health – reportFatah officials tell Lebanese newspaper that the Palestinian Authority's chairman has been effectively incapacitated by his declining health. June 12, 2023
WATCH: Israel Police arrest gang members moments before triple murderThe arrest came moments before the gang members were planning to carry out a triple homicide in the hospital. June 11, 2023
Hearing on Ma’ale Adumim E-1 housing project postponed againIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly gave Washington advance notice of the decision. June 11, 2023
Israel to use atomic clock to secure its national infrastructureIsrael's national atomic clock to serve new role as part of cybersecurity defense of the country's infrastructure. June 11, 2023
Arab guards attack Jew, police interrogate the victim instead of the perpetratorsThis is not the first time police have questioned the Jewish victim under caution instead of the Arab assailants. June 11, 2023
WATCH: Netanyahu calls on Shin Bet security agency to intervene in wave of murders in Israel’s Arab sectorWith 102 murders committed in Israel's Arab sector since the beginning of the year - including 10 in the past three days - Prime Minister Netanyahu asks the Shin Bet to stop the wave of violent crime. June 11, 2023
