Netanyahu’s departure to U.S. was delayed as Orthodox draft dispute boils over The draft legislation has been at the heart of intense coalition infighting, especially since a crisis erupted last month over disagreements on enforcement. July 6, 2025
Chip giant NVIDIA to build new Israeli campus, expand R&D operations NVIDIA already employs 5,000 people in Israel, making its R&D operation in the country the company’s largest outside the United States. July 6, 2025
Netanyahu heads to Washington, vows to eliminate Hamas threat Benjamin Netanyahu departed for Washington on Sunday, emphasizing Israel will not stop its military campaign in Gaza until Hamas’s military and governmental infrastructure is dismantled. July 6, 2025
As Netanyahu prepares for Trump meeting, Israeli president backs ‘painful’ decisions According to Herzog’s office, the two discussed 'opportunities to deepen ties with additional countries, in the spirit of Trump’s Abraham Accords initiative.' July 6, 2025
IDF appeals court ruling allowing Palestinians to be banned from Judea, Samaria communities Before the war, some 200,000 Palestinian workers were employed throughout the Jewish state, including 30,000 in Judea and Samaria. July 6, 2025
Amid fiery debate with IDF chief, Israeli cabinet votes to expand aid to Gaza In a contentious vote, the ministers agreed to expand distribution of aid throughout the Strip. July 6, 2025
Netanyahu clashes with IDF chief over relocating Gaza civilians Zamir expressed doubts concerning the viability of the IDF maintaining control over such a large population that could turn violent. July 5, 2025
Israeli sovereignty will be restored over Joseph’s Tomb, located within hotbed of terror Among the key supporters are Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Chairman MK Yuli Edelstein, and Minister Idit Silman. July 4, 2025
Israel to open embassy in Estonia Sa'ar with Estonia’s prime minister, Kristen Michal, and Foreign Minister, Margus Tsahkna, during which Sa’ar praised the Baltic state for its digital innovation. July 3, 2025
Israeli ministers press Netanyahu to annex Judea and Samaria in July All ministers from the ruling Likud party signed onto joint letter urging Netanyahu to move forward with plans to extend Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria by the end of the month. July 3, 2025
Sa’ar urges ‘snapback’ sanctions after Iran suspends IAEA cooperation Tehran’s state-run Mehr news agency reported earlier on Wednesday that Pezeshkian had approved the bill, which bans IAEA inspectors from entering the country. July 2, 2025
Israeli ministers mull alliance to block Gaza ceasefire Opposition leader promises to vote for the deal if the right-wing religious nationalists break with the government over the plan. July 2, 2025
Ultra-Orthodox mother of murdered hostage enlists in the IDF Einav Danino felt that she could honor her son Ori best by joining the army reserves, at age 47. July 2, 2025
Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire terms, says Trump Trump hints a Gaza ceasefire could be announced next week—if Hamas agrees to the terms on the table. July 2, 2025
Israel captured millions of photos before striking Iran Space-based intelligence gathering satellites captured images of tens of millions of square kilometers, both during the day and at night. July 1, 2025
Israel’s skies reopen to legal wrangling and high fares With only several foreign carriers currently flying to Israel, led by Emirati’s Fly Dubai, fares to and from Tel Aviv remain very high at the start of the peak summer season. July 1, 2025
Ex-IDF chief and Bennett ally leave the Knesset as Gantz’s party sinks in polls Two MKs from the centrist National Unity party announce their plans to leave the faction and resign from the Knesset. July 1, 2025
Suburban Israeli couple arrested for spying for Iran A Tel Aviv-area couple is facing grave charges for allegedly serving as Iranian agents and gathering intelligence from inside Israel. July 1, 2025
Grieving brother reveals Hamas tortured hostage to death after mistaking him for a pilot Hamas suspected Itzik Elgarat was a pilot because of an eagle-shaped tattoo on his arm. June 30, 2025
Israeli tech funding hits three-year high, fueled by enterprise software and mega M&A deals The upswing in capital came even as overall deal volume declined by 10% compared to the previous six months. June 30, 2025
Iron Connections – a matchmaking service for wounded warriors Women were asked which types of wounds they felt capable of handling, and male participants submitted photos taken both before and after their injuries. June 30, 2025
Impeachment of anti-Zionist Arab MK clears first hurdle with Opposition backing Knesset committee votes 14 to 2 to proceed with impeachment of the leader of the Arab Hadash-Ta'al party, after he equated freed hostages with jailed terrorists, and declared 'Gaza will win' against Israel. June 30, 2025
Israeli Deputy FM: US strikes on Iran dealt ‘major setback’ to nuclear program 'Israel stands at the front line, but we do not stand alone,' Haskel said. 'We are proud to defend not only our people, but the principles of liberty, life and truth.' June 30, 2025
In a first, Netanyahu mentions freeing hostages before defeating Hamas The prime minister avoided the word ‘deal' in a speech extolling the political horizons that have opened as a result of Operation Rising Lion. June 30, 2025
Senior Iranian officials caught following Mossad’s X account Mossad mocked senior Iranian officials for secretly following its Farsi-language X account, sarcastically dubbing them 'loyal followers' of Israel’s spy agency. June 30, 2025
Israel’s unprecedented logistical and financial fall-out from Iran war The conflict with Iran displaced over 11,000 Israelis and caused at least $1.3 billion in damage to property, cost of housing those who lost their homes. June 30, 2025
US ambassador donates blood to Israeli blood bank Ambassador Mike Huckabee and his wife visit the national headquarters of Magen David Adom - Israel's largest emergency response group - and donate blood. June 30, 2025
The Haaretz killing field, where journalism goes to die Let’s examine the serious flaws in the reporting, as well as the agendas behind the story. June 29, 2025
Iran holds state funeral for commanders and scientists killed in war with Israel State TV said the funeral, dubbed the 'procession of the Martyrs of Power,' was held for a total of 60 people killed in the war, including four women and four children. June 29, 2025
Israeli government allows return to Gaza border communities, citing no security risk While the military ban has been lifted, the government confirmed support will continue for those not yet ready to move back. June 29, 2025
Amid criticism from Trump, Israeli court nixes Netanyahu testimony this week After representatives for Prime Minister Netanyahu reveal top secret diplomatic and security information, judges agree to cancel his planned testimony in court - after rejecting similar requests twice last week. June 29, 2025
Israeli spy for Iran tried to assassinate Defense Minister Katz – report Roi Mizrachi knew he was working for Iran, yet hid a bag with explosives near the home of the defense minister. June 29, 2025
Netanyahu slams Jewish violence against IDF soldiers in Samaria IDF troops arrived to disperse the illegal gathering, 'dozens' of activists allegedly threw rocks at and attacked the forces both verbally and physically, including at least one attempt to run them over. June 29, 2025
Documentary on Nova festival massacre ‘We will dance again’ wins Emmy It uses interviews, recordings and Hamas bodycam footage to depict the events of that tragic day in chronological order. June 29, 2025
‘Let Bibi Go’ – Trump slams continued ‘witch hunt’ against Netanyahu President Trump warned that Israel’s legal system is endangering ceasefire and hostage deal talks by keeping Prime Minister Netanyahu in the courtroom, rather than at the negotiating table. June 29, 2025
Israeli FM: World must not be duped by Tehran Sa’ar’s tweet referenced Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who said that the Iranian parliament voted to halt cooperation with the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog. June 28, 2025
Bar-Ilan University bars student wearing niqab from campus The student reportedly responded that the policy was 'persecution,' she has the right to choose what she wears, and others must respect her choice. June 27, 2025
Tel Aviv’s gleaming skyline may soon get its first Trump Tower At 800 rooms and suites, it will be the biggest hotel in Israel when it opens withthree restaurants, a spa, indoor and outdoor pools, a ballroom, plus a VIP level with its own lobby, lounge and presidential suite. June 27, 2025
Israel offers telemedicine aid to Iranians in unprecedented outreach The tweet added that Iranians can communicate with doctors in Persian or English and instructed people to reach out using a virtual private network (VPN). June 26, 2025
El Al announces resumption of service as airlines trickle back post Iran-Israel war Foreign carriers wary of instability in the region since Hamas’ October 7th massacre remain hesitant to fully commit. June 26, 2025
Messiah in the air: Ben-Gvir authorizes Jewish singing, dancing on Temple Mount The shift follows a meeting held three weeks ago in Ben-Gvir’s office with leaders of Temple Mount advocacy groups. June 26, 2025
Despite Gaza war, AG bars Netanyahu from appointing new security chief In spite of war against Hamas ongoing and terror threats in Lebanon, Judea and Samaria, Israel's attorney general urges Supreme Court to prevent Netanyahu from appointing new security chief. June 26, 2025
Support from abroad pours in to rebuild Israeli cities hit by Iran’s missiles The message to Israel from Taiwan, said its Economic and Cultural Office head, is: You are not alone. June 26, 2025
Arab-Israeli student spied for Iran, sabotaged roads: Shin Bet The university student, Bashar Hassan Qassem Musa, reportedly worked to provoke unrest and damage Israeli infrastructure June 26, 2025
Ancient bronze discs found in central Israel grave 1,900-year-old burial discs, shaped like lions' heads, were discovered in an ancient grave in central Israel, shedding light on burial culture and belief in afterlife in Roman-era Israel. June 26, 2025
Trump showers Netanyahu with praise like never before, slams his trial as ‘witch hunt’ that must end In a fiery social media post, President Donald Trump urged Israel to 'save Bibi' and end the 'travesty of justice.' June 26, 2025
Israel freezes Gaza aid after minister threatens to topple gov’t Israeli prime minister and defense minister admit Hamas managing to steal incoming Gaza aid despite new precautions, reportedly order temporary halt to aid transfers until new system devised. June 26, 2025
Mossad chief: Israel will operate inside Iran for ‘years to come’ Mossad Director David Barnea declared that Israel’s intelligence agency will maintain a long-term operational presence inside Iran. June 25, 2025
Terrorist hurled explosive inside APC in attack that killed 7 IDF soldiers in Khan Younis A preliminary IDF investigation revealed that a terrorist threw an explosive device directly into a Puma armored personnel carrier (APC), killing seven Israeli soldiers inside. June 25, 2025
One in eight IDF combat soldiers suffers from PTSD The IDF offers a comprehensive array of treatments and support programs for soldiers suffering from PTSD, reflecting both immediate intervention and long-term care. June 25, 2025
Gun license surge in Israel: Over 400,000 applications since October 7 Israeli citizens do not have a legal right to privately carry firearms and the country has strict gun control laws. June 25, 2025
Israel says Iran’s nuclear weapons program set back by ‘many years’ In The Hague for the NATO summit on Wednesday, Trump told reporters Fordow was 'obliterated.' June 25, 2025
Netanyahu weighs early elections amid Iran success and potential end to Gaza war Speculation is mounting that Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will call snap elections, even as the IDF campaign against Hamas in Gaza continues. June 25, 2025
‘Like 40 years in the desert’: The tribulations of stranded Israelis Tens of thousands of Israelis were stranded for days as the war with Iran shut down Israeli airspace and Ben Gurion Airport, with no clear idea of when they could return home. June 25, 2025
7 IDF soldiers killed by roadside bomb in Gaza Seven Israeli soldiers were killed in an explosion on Tuesday, marking the deadliest incident for the IDF in the Gaza Strip this year. June 25, 2025
IDF makes ‘symbolic’ strike on Iran after Trump’s order to cease retaliation The purpose of the symbolic strike to meet the need to retaliate against Iran for its twice violating the ceasefire while at the same time ensuring the strike was minimal to respect Netanyahu's orders in compliance with Trump's ceasefire demand. June 24, 2025
Iranian strike in Beersheba killed 5 Israelis Another 20 people were injured as Iran fired three groups of missiles into Beersheba between on Tuesday morning. June 24, 2025
Hostage’s memoir of Hamas captivity shatters records as Israel’s fastest-selling book Published by the Sella Meir Publishing House, Hostage is currently being translated into multiple languages. June 24, 2025
Top Israeli journalist: US strike destroyed Iran’s centrifuges, trapped enriched uranium underground U.S. and Israeli officials have confirmed that all three nuclear sites suffered significant damage. June 24, 2025
State Dept. evacuated Americans from Israel before ceasefire The State Department began assisted departures for American citizens over the weekend, as war closed Israel’s main airport. June 24, 2025
