‘Deep state’ probe? Shin Bet whistleblower under investigation A Shin Bet agent who exposed secret probes into alleged right-wing extremism within Israel's police is now under criminal investigation himself. April 15, 2025
First day of Passover saw 43% rise in Jewish visits to Temple Mount 'The policy is to allow free worship for Jews everywhere, including on the Temple Mount,' says spokesman for National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. April 15, 2025
Jerusalem in talks with Trump officials on tariffs, White House adviser confirms Trump has described the tariff rates as 'reciprocal' despite Jerusalem’s free trade agreement with the United States. April 14, 2025
Houthi missile targets central Israel on Passover, none injured Sirens wailed in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other cities throughout central Israel at 6:15 p.m. April 14, 2025
Yair Netanyahu to Macron: ‘Screw you’ over ‘Palestine’ recognition Prime Minister Netanyahu vehemently opposes recognition of 'Palestine,' a state that does not exist according to international law. April 13, 2025
Plane carrying 2 freed hostages collides at DC airport; no reported injuries The Siegels were in Washington to appeal to the US government on behalf of the 59 hostages still in Gaza. April 11, 2025
Israeli discoveries in quantum physics make medicine more efficient Scientists have now found that the electrons in tiny magnetic properties of atoms that store information, can now keep spinning by applying low magnetic fields. April 11, 2025
Israel Air Force retirees and reservists dismissed from service after publishing political statement Netanyahu backed the decision, calling the letter an implicit refusal to serve and an attempt to ‘break Israeli society from within’. April 10, 2025
Ben-Gvir to visit US in first ‘political-diplomatic’ trip since taking office The reported U.S. government invite would represent a 180-degree shift in Washington’s approach to Ben-Gvir. April 10, 2025
Mike Huckabee confirmed as new US ambassador to Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed Huckabee's confirmation, calling it 'a great day for the Israeli-American alliance.' April 10, 2025
Hamas calls UK terror label unjust, claims no murder of civilians A senior Hamas official told a UK court that the group stands for democracy and dialogue — not terrorism — despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. April 10, 2025
Israeli military plane crashes in Lebanon Israel's military has announced there are no security concerns or information leaks. April 9, 2025
Bombshell report: October 7th ‘hero’ who ‘saved hundreds’ lied for fame, fortune Prominent journalist says the October 7th rescue claims made by a farmer, who allegedly saved hundreds from Hamas gunfire, don't hold up under scrutiny. April 9, 2025
IDF, Defense Ministry to recognize civilian heroes of Oct. 7 As part of the tribute, military personnel will be present at the funerals of these individuals, and their gravestones will be allowed to feature a special plaque with the national symbol. April 9, 2025
Dutch government tightens arms exports to Israel The Netherlands provides Israel with some items for the maintenance and upgrades of the U.S.-made F-35 fighter jet. April 9, 2025
Netanyahu shocked at court’s ruling over Shin Bet leader’s firing A statement from the Prime Minister's Office called the ruling 'puzzling,' because the justices admitted the premier has the authority to fire the head of the Shin Bet. April 9, 2025
Genuine pro-Palestinian demonstrations should call to ‘Free Gaza’ from Hamas, says Israel’s antisemitism envoy 'Silence, impunity, and false moral equivalency are fueling and normalizing this tsunami of antisemitism,' Cotler-Wunsh warned. April 8, 2025
AI outperforms physicians in telemedicine, Israeli researchers say Furthermore, only 2.8% of AI suggestions were rated as potentially harmful, while 4.6% of the physicians’ decisions fell into the same category. April 8, 2025
Israeli tech sector raises $3b in funding in Q1 of 2025 While the number of active investors declined by 16% from the previous quarter, the investment total increased. April 8, 2025
Gaza proves why ‘land for peace’ is a failure – Trump Israel gave away Gaza in exchange for peace, but that 'didn't work out' too well, says Trump. April 8, 2025
In first, Ariel court rules city allowed to bar Palestinian workers Before the current war, some 200,000 Palestinian workers were employed throughout the Jewish state, including 30,000 in Judea and Samaria. April 7, 2025
US tariffs threaten thousands of Israeli jobs, manufacturers, association warns Netanyahu will be the first world leader to discuss the impending tariffs with Trump. April 7, 2025
‘We’re still finding bombs, Metula unsafe for civilians’ – Mayor 'If the state can't provide us security, they should establish a military base here,' says frustrated Metula resident. April 7, 2025
‘Unreal’ – 18 months into war, Ashkelon targeted by Hamas rockets 'After a year and a half of war in Gaza, rockets are still being fired at Ashkelon. This is unreal,' says resident of southern port city April 7, 2025
Passover tours across Syrian border sold out The morning and afternoon family-oriented tours, which are subject to security considerations, will be accompanied by a military escort. April 6, 2025
British Airways resumes Israel flights BA’s rival Virgin Atlantic has not yet resumed flights to Israel and is only due to restart service in October. April 6, 2025
Israel launches first agricultural shipments to Azerbaijan The move could pave the way for similar opportunities in other countries along the route. April 6, 2025
Netanyahu departs for Washington as Trump’s tariffs, Iran tensions loom Netanyahu heading to the US from Hungary for his second meeting with President Donald Trump in two months, after the US slaps 17% tariff on the Jewish state. April 6, 2025
Israel targets alleged crime boss behind billion-shekel extortion empire According to the police, the group exerted control over tenders issued by the state, local authorities, and even private enterprises, with operations stretching from Nesher and Netanya to Rishon LeZion, Yarka, and beyond. April 6, 2025
Israel deports UK MPs, citing their anti-Israel agenda, hate Anti-Israel parliamentarians claimed to be traveling as part of official delegation, but the UK government did not confirm the trip in advance with Israeli authorities. April 6, 2025
Revelations of systematic rights violations of Israeli settlers spark outrage 'We arrest these schmucks even without proof for several days,’ to interrogate them under harsh conditions, the senior man says, in a recording aired Saturday. April 6, 2025
WATCH: ‘Passover Cleaning’ at The Western Wall Every year before Passover, the notes placed in the cracks of the Kotel (the Western Wall) are carefully removed and buried with reverence. April 5, 2025
WATCH: Wild boars and piglets roam freely through Israeli city A wild boar was spotted with her brood of piglets on a Haifa street. April 5, 2025
Danny Danon tells UN Security Council to ‘heed Gazans cry’ against Hamas Danon criticized the council for focusing mainly on complaints against Israel rather than working to dismantle terrorist organizations. April 4, 2025
Israeli Foreign Minister says not ruling out diplomacy to stop Iran nuclear weapon Iran denies seeking nuclear weapons, but the US and Europe are convinced otherwise. April 4, 2025
Israeli leaders scrambling to reduce U.S. tariffs In a bid to mitigate the impact, Smotrich signed an order on Wednesday eliminating the last remaining Israeli tariffs on U.S. imports, valued at $11.3 million annually. April 4, 2025
Hungary defies ICC, welcomes Netanyahu with full military honors Orban told Hungarian public broadcaster Kossuth Radio that the ICC decision was 'fundamentally wrong' and an 'outrageously brazen' political decision that would lead to 'the discrediting of international law.' April 3, 2025
Israel’s largest mall under fire for defying Shabbat law While mall pledges to remain open on Saturdays, a Haredi boycott and labor investigation may force the complex to shutter its doors on the Sabbath. April 3, 2025
Familes of Nova victims enraged at IDF for still providing ‘no answers’ 'Senior officers in the army should go to jail,' says mother whose son was killed at the Nova Festival. April 3, 2025
Russian nun deported after accusing Israel of Oct. 7 conspiracy Israel authorized the October 7th attacks in order to 'distract' the Israeli public from Netanyahu's criminal trial, the nun charged. April 3, 2025
Innovative Israeli AI tool helps scientists better understand cancer When used, the AI tool aggregates data from the body, including that of protein-on-protein interaction, as well as cell and gene data. April 2, 2025
‘Fake news,’ Netanyahu says of reports his office asked Trump to sanction protesters Far-left newspaper noted that it was unclear 'at what level within the White House this idea has so far been discussed.' April 2, 2025
Israel’s interior minister sees off departing Gazans at Eilat airport A survey published in the British Telegraph last month revealed that 52% of Palestinians from Gaza, or over 1.1 million people, would leave the Strip either temporarily or permanently if given the opportunity. April 2, 2025
Israel cracking down on Arab land grabs in Judea & Samaria, ministers say There has been a 50% increase in demolitions of illegal Palestinian construction over the past year. April 2, 2025
What the anti-Hamas protests in Gaza mean for Israel The protests were the largest display of opposition to Hamas since its Oct. 7, 2023, massacre and mass abduction in southern Israel, which was widely celebrated by Palestinians. April 2, 2025
‘Bennett 2026’ – Ex-PM signals challenge to Netanyahu with new party Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett registers new party, hinting at return to politics next year amid polling showing his party winning the most seats. April 2, 2025
The war’s impact on Israeli children: 971 orphans The National Council for Child Welfare found that 56 children were killed during the war, with the majority of them (36) slaughtered during the October 7th massacre. April 2, 2025
Ex-hostage: ‘Hamas enjoyed hearing us begging for food’ 'Hunger is a daily struggle because, beyond being hungry, you are also fighting for your life,' said Eliya Cohen. April 2, 2025
Israel cancels tariffs on US goods as Trump readies to announce reciprocal move 'Beyond the economic advantages for Israel's economy and its citizens, this move will also help strengthen the alliance and deepen the ties between Israel and the United States.' April 1, 2025
Surprise audit before war warned of security gaps on Israel’s northern border The audit noted the extreme proximity of Hezbollah and Israeli positions. In one location on the Ramim Ridge, 'only about 30 meters separate a certain outpost from a Hezbollah stronghold.' April 1, 2025
Israel’s emergency system vulnerable to cyber attacks, state comptroller warns In 2023 alone, the emergency system recorded thousands of cyber alerts, with some incidents involving direct intrusion attempts. April 1, 2025
Israel’s sovereign wealth fund grows to $2 billion despite war The Ministry of Finance attributed the fund’s strong 2024 performance partly to global market trends, including a surge in stock prices following Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential election victory. April 1, 2025
Israeli preschooler stumbles on 3,800-year-old artifact near Beit Shemesh 3-year-old girl hiking with her family near Beit Shemesh in central Israel finds seal amulet dating back 3,800 years. April 1, 2025
Three MDA ambulances donated in memory of Dee family One of the ambulances, bearing the names of Rina and Maia Dee, will be stationed in Efrat, where the family lives, and the two other ambulances are set to be deployed to the cities of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, MDA said. April 1, 2025
Netanyahu nixes nomination of new security chief who criticized Trump’s policies The nomination drew the ire of US Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally of President Donald Trump and a long-time supporter of Israel. April 1, 2025
Early Intervention: Israeli researchers find way to expose cancer, opening new treatment possibilities This approach could make immunotherapy effective for patients whose tumors previously had too few mutations to respond to treatment. March 31, 2025
Netanyahu summoned for questioning as aides arrested 'Qatargate' - Two officials in the Prime Minister's Office arrested in connection with alleged financial ties to the Qatari government, as Attorney General requests Netanyahu submit to questioning. March 31, 2025
Israel revokes social benefits for terrorists and their families Until now, terrorists and their families could receive a long list of funds, including unemployment and disability insurance, study grants and child benefits. March 31, 2025
IDF to brief families on Nova festival massacre findings In total, 344 families who lost loved ones have been invited to attend, alongside relatives of hostages and those who have since been released. March 31, 2025
Ultra-Orthodox man arrested for spray painting swastikas on ambulances Resident of the ultra-Orthodox city of Bnei Brak arrested for allegedly spray painting swastikas onto a pair of ambulances during an emergency call. March 31, 2025