Israeli startups raise $3.15b in first five months of 2025 Despite the month-over-month decline, the cumulative $3.15 billion raised in 2025 suggests resilience in Israel’s tech sector amid global economic uncertainties. June 3, 2025
Hamas’ desperate plan: Will hostages be smuggled out of Gaza? Defense sources also expressed fears that a collapse of Hamas’ control could see hostages fall into the hands of rogue armed militias, further endangering their safety. June 3, 2025
Israel’s smoking rate 30% above global average, government report finds The vast majority of teen users reported using flavored tobacco: 88% of hookah users, 82% of electronic cigarette users, and 45% of users of regular cigarettes or rolling tobacco. June 3, 2025
IDF announces 3 soldiers killed in northern Gaza explosion Three IDF soldiers from the Givati Brigade were killed and two others wounded after their armored vehicle was struck by a roadside bomb during an operation in northern Gaza. June 3, 2025
Jewish priests offer sacrifice at Temple site for first time in 2000 years There are differing reports as to whether the priests actually managed to wave the loaves of bread, per the ritual, or whether their efforts were thwarted at the last minute. June 2, 2025
Fearless hostage relates how she raised hand to Hamas terrorist, reveals nickname captors gave her Damari was released on Jan. 19 as part of a hostage-terrorist exchange deal, after being held in Gaza for more than 15 months. June 2, 2025
Israel blocks Ramallah meeting with Arab countries, Saudis livid at Israel An Israeli official said the ministers intended to take part in 'a provocative meeting' to discuss promoting the establishment of a Palestinian state. June 1, 2025
US-backed Gaza aid group says it has delivered more than 4.7m meals in six days GHF maintained that the aid was distributed without security issues throughout the week, despite reports in the media suggesting otherwise. June 1, 2025
High-profile singer under fire for comparing Israeli gov’t to Hamas Israeli social media users blast Achinoam Nini after she accused Israel of crimes against humanity, comparing the Netanyahu government to the Hamas terror organization. June 1, 2025
Herzog urges confrontation with Iran, the ‘head of the snake’ 'The world must wake up and act decisively—before it’s too late. Stopping Iran’s nuclear capabilities is non-negotiable.' June 1, 2025
Ben-Gvir: Strip MK Odeh’s immunity over ‘Gaza victory’ chants Arab-Israel parliamentarian Ayman Odeh sparked fury after chanting 'Gaza will win' at a Haifa rally. June 1, 2025
World’s oldest complete Bible goes on display in Tel Aviv The manuscript was sold at Sotheby’s in New York for $38.1 million in May 2023, becoming the most expensive Jewish manuscript ever sold and one of the most valuable historical documents of any kind. May 29, 2025
Medical breakthrough in Israel: Artificial heart implanted at Hadassah Ein Kerem The device was developed by the French company CARMAT, represented in Israel by Tzamal Medical, with one of the company’s hearts costing 1.6 million shekels (about $430,000). May 29, 2025
Knesset votes to express support for sovereignty over Judea and Samaria Israel’s Security Cabinet recently approved 22 new Jewish communities across Judea and Samaria, including two in northern Samaria that were uprooted by Israeli forces as part of the 2005 Gaza disengagement. May 29, 2025
David Libi, 19, dies in Gaza explosion David Libi, of blessed memory, will not be recognized as an IDF fallen soldier due to his status as an employee of a contracting company, despite working on behalf of the IDF. May 29, 2025
Each name, a world: The loved ones still missing after 600 days This is not just a list. These are lives interrupted, stolen, extinguished. Their stories demand justice. May 29, 2025
New ceasefire plan offers 60-day pause, 9 living hostages freed The US-brokered plan would see hostages freed while Israel maintains the option to resume fighting. May 29, 2025
Former PM: Israel committing ‘monstrous’ war crimes in Gaza In a blistering op-ed, Ehud Olmert condemned the Netanyahu government’s Gaza campaign as 'indefensible.' May 29, 2025
Ex-hostage: Hamas feared Trump, wanted Harris to win Starved and abused for months, an ex-Israeli hostage says his captors suddenly eased up after Donald Trump won the November 2024 presidential election. May 29, 2025
Israel to establish 22 new settlements in Judea and Samaria "Once in a generation decision" - Israel's Defense Ministry confirms that the Security Cabinet voted to approve the establishment of 22 new settlements, including two on the sites of towns evacuated in the 2005 Disengagement. May 29, 2025
Former hostage plans IDF return, settle accounts with captors Former Hamas hostage Liri Albag is set to return to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to complete her military service May 28, 2025
‘It’s a no-brainer’: Legal expert backs deportation of Palestinian Authority-funded terrorists Defense Minister Israel Katz said four Israeli Arabs are currently in advanced stages of the deportation process, with proceedings initiated against hundreds of other security prisoners. May 28, 2025
Taken by Hamas: 600 days of captivity in Gaza Former hostage Keith Siegel described the traumatic experience of being kidnapped by Hamas and what he endured in captivity. May 28, 2025
Ultra-Orthodox lawmakers mull toppling government over draft – report A growing political crisis over the draft exemption law for yeshiva students is pushing the ultra-Orthodox parties toward a potential showdown with the government. May 28, 2025
One-third of Israelis return to smoking amid war anxiety, new data shows The survey found that 23% of Israelis are regular cigarette smokers, with rates higher among men (30%) and lower among high-income earners (15%). May 28, 2025
Norway said to reject calls for blanket ban by wealth fund on companies in Gaza, Judea and Samaria At the end of last year, the fund had just over $2 billion invested in 65 Israeli companies, or 0.1 percent of its total. May 28, 2025
Rabbis debate settling for prayer at Western Wall vs Temple Mount worship The controversy stems from a historical ruling by Israel’s Chief Rabbinate, supported by the vast majority of the country’s rabbis, prohibiting Jewish ascent to the Temple Mount altogether. May 28, 2025
Thousands of Gazans receive food as new aid distribution model takes shape In this new model, only pre-selected family representatives are allowed to access the centers, where they pick up heavy boxes of food in controlled, American-secured zones. May 27, 2025
600 days later, Gaza border families still waiting to go home Amir Tibon, evacuated from Nahal Oz, paints a grim picture: only 10-15% of his kibbutz’s residents have returned. May 27, 2025
3 ISIS terrorists arrested, officials warn of growing support among Israeli Arabs Fifteen ISIS terror cells were uncovered across Israel in the last five months, Israeli security officials say. May 27, 2025
German chancellor: Israel’s actions ‘no longer justified’ Germany under former Chancellor Olaf Scholz of the center-left Social Democratic Party expressed reservations about Israel’s actions in Gaza, but not as explicitly as Merz. May 27, 2025
Jews can pray openly on Temple Mount, Ben-Gvir declares Jordan denounces 'storming of Al Aqsa Mosque;’ Hamas calls for ‘masses' to ‘confront the settlers’ intrusion.' May 27, 2025
AG is ‘harming security’ with political rulings in wartime: MK Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's goal is to 'topple the government,' says Education Minister after controversial legal opinion published. May 27, 2025
More than 90% of Gaza border residents are back home In total, 1,850 residential buildings have been designated for renovation, with work completed or is in advanced stages for some 970 residences, the report read. May 26, 2025
US Secretary of Homeland Security praises Netanyahu during Jerusalem visit Huckabee stated that Noem would become the first U.S. cabinet secretary to take part in participate in an official Yom Yerushalayim, or Jerusalem Day, celebration. May 26, 2025
Knesset extends ‘Al Jazeera’ ban six more months The ban enables authorities to order television providers to stop broadcasting the outlet, close its offices in Israel, seize its equipment, shut down its website, and revoke press credentials for staff. May 26, 2025
Man charged for attempting to bomb US consulate in Tel Aviv A dual U.S.-German citizen was arrested in New York after being deported from Israel for attempting to 'burn down' the U.S. consulate in Tel Aviv. May 26, 2025
Ex-hostage Liri Albag detained, questioned at NY airport A freed hostage's long-awaited family vacation turned tense when U.S. agents flagged her as 'still kidnapped,' detaining her for questioning and seizing her cell phone upon arrival to New York. May 26, 2025
Israelis mark 58 years since liberation of eastern Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria As a result of the 1967 military victory, the Jewish state also captured the Golan Heights from Syria, the Sinai Peninsula and Gaza Strip from Egypt, and Judea and Samaria from Jordan. May 25, 2025
Family of murdered Israeli police officer sues PA for $15.5 million After losing their son to terror, the Khoury family is demanding justice and $15.5 million in damages from the PA. May 25, 2025
Hamas uses chilling tactic to torment families of hostages In a disturbing escalation of psychological warfare, Hamas used stolen phone numbers from previous cyber breaches to target Israelis with fake hostage plea calls. May 25, 2025
Far-left Israeli leader drops in polls after vicious attack on IDF for ‘killing babies,’ walks back comments Yair Golan, a former IDF Deputy Chief of Staff who now heads the left-wing The Democrats party, denies he accused the Israeli military of war crimes and intentionally killing babies in Gaza - defends his own calls to starve Gazans. May 25, 2025
Ex-Hamas hostage: ‘Diplomacy is pointless, it’s us or them’ After enduring 473 days in captivity, Agam Berger met with France’s top diplomat to share a hard truth about Hamas. May 25, 2025
‘I drank rainwater to survive’: Freed hostage Naama Levy recounts 477 days in captivity Levy was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 from the Nahal Oz outpost and held in Gaza for 477 days. May 25, 2025
Who is David Zini, Israel’s new Shin Bet chief? He fought in key operations, including Operation Defensive Shield in Judea and Samaria and the Second Lebanon War. May 23, 2025
Netanyahu: Embassy staff killing a result of ‘blood libels against Israel’ The suspected shooter, Elias Rodriguez, 30, of Chicago, allegedly shouted 'Free Palestine' after the attack and was apprehended at the scene. May 23, 2025
Israeli probe finds tactical errors and friendly fire in deadly Kissufim battle Fighting continued for days, with daily skirmishes recorded as late as October 12, exposing that the area was never fully cleared on the first day. May 22, 2025
Far-left party chief blames Netanyahu government for deadly Washington shooting Former IDF Deputy Chief of Staff and chairman of the far-left The Democrats party blames Israeli government for antisemitism, including the deadly shooting attack in Washington DC. May 22, 2025
Israel in political uproar after court blocks dismissal of top security official Though Bar had already announced his resignation and the government withdrew its decision to fire him, the court ruled that the matter was of public importance that it warranted a binding legal interpretation. May 22, 2025
Israel to ‘quickly’ strike Iran if nuclear deal talks fail: report With talks faltering, Israeli officials doubt a deal with Iran is still possible. May 22, 2025
Will Israeli prosecutors ever charge Oct. 7th terrorists? A proposed law would allow sweeping tribunal powers to expedite justice for Hamas atrocities. May 22, 2025
IDF probes warning shots fired during foreign officials’ visit to Jenin According to Qatar’s Al Jazeera outlet, the delegation visiting Jenin included more than 25 diplomats from European and Arab nations. May 21, 2025
Less than 1/3 of Israelis back entry of aid to Gaza New poll finds Israeli Left sharply divided over former IDF deputy chief's accusations against the Israeli army as well as the entry of aid to Gaza - while a majority of Israelis strongly oppose both. May 21, 2025
EU to review agreement with Israel over Gaza concerns EU sanctions on Israeli settlers in Judea and Samaria have also been prepared, but have so far been blocked by one member state, with many claiming it to be Hungary. May 21, 2025
Two thirds of young adults reluctant to return home to northern Israel, survey finds Although Jerusalem has withdrawn most of its ground forces since the war ended, it still controls five strategic positions in Southern Lebanon. May 21, 2025
Senior Israeli negotiators recalled from Qatar, PMO announces The Israeli negotiating team in Doha had been working to exhaust every opportunity to reach an agreement, the Prime Minister’s Office said on Sunday, adding that talks were being held under multiple frameworks. May 21, 2025
Second Temple-era golden relic discovered in Jerusalem Archaeologists say 2,300-year-old golden ring discovered in the City of David in Jerusalem likely was a coming-of-age gift to a young member of a wealthy Jerusalem family. May 21, 2025
Yarden Bibas met slain Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in captivity The now-freed hostage asked Sinwar to keep him and his friend together — only for them to be separated weeks later. May 21, 2025
Ex-PM says Israel almost ‘committing war crimes’ in Gaza In a scathing BBC interview, former prime minister Ehud Olmert calls Israel’s military actions in Gaza 'obnoxious,' 'outrageous,' and lacking any clear purpose. May 21, 2025
Israeli gov’t committee advances bill to designate Qatar ‘terror-supporting state’ Qatar, which has hosted Hamas’s leadership and has provided the organization with hundreds of millions of dollars, played a role in mediating the freedom of some hostages held by the terror group. May 20, 2025
