Two IDF reservists killed in southern Lebanon, 4 wounded An IDF investigation found troops entered a booby-trapped building before the powerful explosion killed two reservists. August 6, 2026
Nefesh B’Nefesh launches teacher aliyah program The Education Ministry will map staffing needs by subject, region and school, and a centralized database will match candidates with openings. August 5, 2026
Hamas leader denies targeting civilians on Oct. 7 Ghazi Hamad denied Hamas intentionally killed civilians despite extensive evidence documenting the October 7 massacre. August 5, 2026
Chile, Honduras restore ambassadors to Israel after nearly two years of diplomatic strains over Gaza war A broader geopolitical shift is unfolding across Latin America as a growing number of conservative governments seek closer ties with Israel. August 5, 2026
No surge in divorce among IDF reservists, review finds Among reservists who are divorced or separated, about 26% said the breakup occurred after completing their first period of reserve duty. August 5, 2026
Slain IDF reservist’s study may yield larger, more nutritious wheat The research focused on wild emmer wheat, an ancient ancestor of cultivated wheat that preserves a broader range of genetic diversity than modern commercial varieties. August 4, 2026
Israeli exports hit historic $164 billion record as economy defies war, boycott efforts, and global uncertainty For the first time, the report found that services exports — including software, research and development, and other technology-driven industries — surpassed $90 billion. August 3, 2026
IDF to cut back on border defenses amid budget dispute IDF warns border deployments face immediate cuts as budget dispute deepens. August 3, 2026
Former captive Rom Braslavski reunites with IDF spokesman who became his lifeline in Gaza Avichai Adraee's broadcasts weren't just information; they were a reminder that someone outside was fighting, that Israel hadn't stopped, and that the hostages hadn't been forgotten. August 3, 2026
American Airlines pushes back Israel flights until spring Israel’s flag carrier, El Al, and Israeli airline Arkia are the only two carriers currently offering nonstop service on the New York route. August 3, 2026
‘Hamas won’t disarm, fearing Gazans’ revenge’ – Arab source 'People who were tortured, abused, or whose relatives were killed by Hamas will never forgive and never forget,' says source. August 3, 2026
Bennett rules out coalition with Islamist Arab party Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett says he will not build a new coalition government with the United Arab List, despite having allied with the party to become premier in 2021. August 3, 2026
‘Holocaust whiners’ — Mamdani, wife silent after friend’s antisemitic tirade Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife declined to condemn inflammatory antisemitic posts made by a close family friend. August 3, 2026
IDF reservists major winners of Israeli housing lottery A total of 25,394 reservists registered for the lottery, of whom 4,734 were selected, which is nearly one in every five reservist applicants. August 2, 2026
Oct. 7 Nova massacre survivor takes his life at girlfriend’s grave As recently as Wednesday, Asraf attended his brother's wedding. a family celebration that suggested a path forward, a moment of normalcy in the extended aftermath of October 7. August 2, 2026
Israeli doctors debut groundbreaking 3D-printed chest implant Rather than rebuilding the area with conventional materials such as titanium plates, synthetic mesh, or bone cement, surgeons implanted a replacement tailored specifically to the patient’s anatomy. August 2, 2026
Netanyahu plans ‘broad government,’ backs crackdown on ultra-Orthodox draft evaders In closed-door meeting, Israel's prime minister signals plans to form a broad coalition with centrist parties and to reverse course on ultra-Orthodox draft evaders. August 2, 2026
Israeli stealth fighter being developed to reduce reliance on US exports – report Senior Israeli official says Jerusalem is planning on developing an Israeli stealth fighter as part of a broader plan to reduce the country's dependence on American arms exports. August 2, 2026
Hamas to disarm, Gaza war to permanently end: Arab Trump ally Israel remains skeptical regarding Hamas' public declaration that it is prepared to surrender its weapons. August 2, 2026
Rubio: Degrading Iran’s ‘conventional shield’ puts US in position of strength Rubio said that while 'regime change' was never the goal of the Trump administration, the Iranian regime does have to change and renounce its aim to export the Islamic revolution in the region. August 2, 2026
Israel rejects Hamas ‘disarmament plan’ that Trump unveiled with fanfare The rejection spurred blistering expressions of anger by U.S. officials. July 31, 2026
Israeli hospital to become OpenAI’s first international partner Beyond clinical use, the platform will support administrative and operational workflows, helping automate routine tasks, reduce documentation burdens, and improve efficiency across the organization. July 30, 2026
Arab Israeli ambulance driver outed as Iranian spy who monitored president, gov’t minister Ambulance driver recruited by Iran spied on President Herzog and Finance Minister Smotrich, authorities say. July 30, 2026
Israel’s northern light-rail project gets financial boost More than 30 light-rail vehicles will operate on the line at speeds of up to 62 mph, with trains arriving every four to 10 minutes. July 30, 2026
Netanyahu meets Hegseth, senators in whirlwind D.C. day Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said, 'Israel has proven itself to be the best ally we’ve had since Great Britain in World War II.' July 30, 2026
Ra’am Party chief refuses to condemn Hamas as terror group Abbas’s refusal to answer may have broader electoral consequences in the upcoming national elections in October, as it reinforces right-wing warnings about the danger of bringing an Arab party into the government. July 29, 2026
Israeli who served in secret military unit charged with spying for Iran Authorities indict Israeli man who served in classified military unit after he allegedly spied on behalf of Iran. July 29, 2026
Ultra-Orthodox enlistment in IDF up 43% since last year More than 4,000 ultra-Orthodox men enlisted in the IDF last year, more than twice the annual recruitment level prior to the outbreak of the war. July 29, 2026
Senior Israeli officials face possible Iranian assassination attempts The warnings were issued in recent days amid assessments that Tehran continues to seek retaliation against Israeli leadership. July 28, 2026
Israeli president marks deadly attack on Druze in Golan Heights, launches initiative IDF International Spokesperson Lt. Col. Ariella Mazor published a video on X commemorating the 12 victims of the Hezbollah rocket attack. July 28, 2026
Defense minister: The US is blocking us from fighting Iran Israel's defense minister says Washington is preventing renewed military action against Iran, despite Israeli readiness. July 28, 2026
Israeli hospital’s October 7 experience offers lessons for future crises The study called for stronger coordination between civilian hospitals, emergency services, and military authorities to improve the flow of operational information. July 28, 2026
Israel and India deepen defense ties as arms deals expand past $8 billion India has been Israel’s largest defense customer for years, accounting for 34% of Israeli arms sales between 2020 and 2024, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. July 28, 2026
Thousands of ancient artifacts recovered in Judea and Samaria looting case Investigators determined the suspect had carried out illegal excavations in Area C of Judea and Samaria, where Israel has administrative and security jurisdiction. July 28, 2026
Israel advances $3 million ‘Hydrogen Valley’ plan for clean energy Under the terms of the tender, the ministry will allocate up to NIS 5 million,($1.6 million) or as much as 50% of construction costs, toward building a hydrogen refueling station in one of the communities of the eastern Negev. July 27, 2026
Persian-era coin from Cyprus surfaces on Israeli beach According to the Antiquities Authority, the coin was minted in the ancient city of Salamis, on the eastern coast of Cyprus, around the middle of the 5th century BCE. July 27, 2026
World Jewish leader meets Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi The son of the late Shah has emerged as the leading voice of Iranian opposition over the last couple years. July 27, 2026
Rare find dating back to First Temple period unearthed in Jerusalem Rare First Temple-era figurine mold discovered in near the Tower of the David in Jerusalem. July 27, 2026
Amid bombing pause, Trump taunts Iran via AI-generated threats Several AI-generated images featured symbolic threats against Iran and references to American military power. July 27, 2026
Report: Netanyahu to refuse Trump demand for IDF withdrawal Lebanon's army has begun deploying into areas vacated by Israeli troops under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. July 27, 2026
Israel sees opportunity for Egyptian partnership as Turkey expands naval reach Senior defense sources believe Egypt's strategic interests could ultimately align with Israel's in limiting Turkish influence at sea. July 26, 2026
Netanyahu: Iran to top agenda during Washington visit Netanyahu’s upcoming visit to Washington comes amid continued strategic coordination with the Trump administration following recent tensions with Iran and as the two allies discuss broader regional issues July 26, 2026
Israel bans imports made with forced labor in wake of US tariff policy The measure is expected to bolster the competitiveness of Israeli exporters in international markets, improve Israel’s trade position with its key partners and reduce trade barriers that hinder the country’s economy. July 26, 2026
Guatemala becomes third nation to recognize Jerusalem’s City of David as part of humanity’s historic heritage The plaque, written in both English and Spanish, honors the City of David as the birthplace of Jerusalem’s earliest communities. July 26, 2026
Mossad, Shin Bet foil Iranian assassination plot targeting senior Israeli officials Iran's Intelligence Ministry allegedly worked through foreign criminal organizations and successive intermediaries to assemble the network. July 24, 2026
Israeli cities take precautionary step of opening bomb shelters The IDF said Home Front Command instructions remain unchanged nationwide and advised the public to remain alert. July 23, 2026
Jews praying on Temple Mount on Tisha B’Av is ‘tremendous progress,’ Ben-Gvir says Thousands of Jews were seen praying in the plaza on the Temple Mount on Thursday morning. July 23, 2026
Israeli emergency mission concludes in Venezuela, bridging diplomatic divide Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with the Israeli delegation to thank the members for their work. July 22, 2026
EU behind illegal Palestinian building in Judea and Samaria, Israeli NGO says The site was found during a routine field inspection to assess the condition of state land in the area as the Israeli government takes steps to expand Jewish communities in northern Samaria. July 22, 2026
Nauru to open embassy in Jerusalem The island nation is one of the smallest countries in the world with a population of about 12,000 people. July 22, 2026
New Oct. 7th documentary focuses on what came after the tragedy Nearly three years after the October 7th massacre, a new documentary is exploring a question often overlooked: What happened after the cameras left? July 22, 2026
Ancient Galilee synagogue will open to global public through new US-Israel project According to the project organizers, the discoveries have changed scholars’ understanding of Jewish life and visual culture in the Galilee during the Roman and Byzantine periods. July 21, 2026
Israel blasts UNESCO for ‘cynical politicization of cultural heritage’ Israel formally withdrew from UNESCO in 2018, citing systemic anti-Israel bias capped by a resolution downplaying Jewish ties to the Temple Mount. July 21, 2026
Belgium advances boycott of Judea and Samaria goods The origins of the goods will be verified using an existing European Union postcode list that determines eligibility for preferential tariffs. July 21, 2026
Israel launches plan to build national quantum computing hub for industry and research Quantum computers use the properties of quantum physics to perform certain calculations that could be prohibitively difficult for conventional computers. July 21, 2026
US Air Force buildup at Ben Gurion threatening civilian flights Additional U.S. military aircraft could force widespread flight cancellations at Israel's busiest international airport. July 21, 2026
Israeli High Court freezes key provisions of broadcast reform law While Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not comment on the court’s actions, other members of the coalition spoke out. July 20, 2026
Evidence found of the destruction of First Temple-era Jerusalem Burned First Temple-era wooden beams uncovered in Jerusalem’s City of David, testifying to the city's destruction at the hands of the Babylonians 2,600 years ago. July 20, 2026
Shin Bet enlists ultra-Orthodox leaders to counter Iranian spy recruitment Most of those accused of spying are Israeli citizens who were approached online and promised financial rewards for completing assignments. July 19, 2026
IDF reservist freed after eight months in Thai detention The soldier had been sentenced to 18 months in prison on weapons charges. July 19, 2026
