Arab MK vows to disrupt Israeli tree planting on state land, siding with Bedouin protestersArab lawmaker vows to sabotage planting of trees as Bedouins protest KKL-JNF forestation plan aimed at protecting state land from illegal construction. January 24, 2023
Herzog calls for dialogue, fears ‘internal struggle that could end us’'We need to know how to manage the dispute' over judicial reform, the president said. 'We are not succeeding even to argue.' January 24, 2023
‘Fake News’: Attorney-general denies plan to order Netanyahu to step downAttorney General Gali Baharav-Miara dismisses reports that she had intended to force the prime minister to resign. January 24, 2023
Israeli senior minister made secret trip to UAE to pave way for Netanyahu visit – reportThe visit by Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer was also reportedly intended to assuage concerns regarding right-wing members of Netanyahu’s government. January 24, 2023
Warning to Iran: Joint US-Israel military exercise ‘most significant to date’Juniper Oak 23 involves thousands of troops practicing land, sea, air, cyber and space drills in Israel in an implied warning to Iran. January 24, 2023
Defense minister pledges to safeguard archaeological site from Palestinian damageThe biblical site of Mount Ebal in Samaria, near Nablus (Shechem), is identified with that of Joshua’s altar. January 24, 2023
After outpost demolished, Ben-Gvir calls for law to be applied equally to illegal Arab structuresIsraeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant ordered the evacuation of the outpost in Samaria, setting up a possible showdown with Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who opposed the move. January 23, 2023
Coalition heads warn attorney general that ordering Netanyahu’s suspension is akin to a coup'Such a move for an incumbent leader is a clearly illegal attempt to oust an elected and legal government.' January 23, 2023
Likud minister calls end to state-funded events on Shabbat – but is overruled by NetanyahuPrime Minister shoots down plan by Culture Minister Miki Zohar to end program supporting cultural events and venues on the Sabbath. January 23, 2023
Israeli high-tech companies protest Netanyahu government’s judicial reformsMore than 10 Israeli high-tech companies to go on 'warning strike' Tuesday, in protest of planned judicial reforms. January 23, 2023
Palestinians planning attack at Rachel’s Tomb arrestedThe suspects were arrested at their homes in a Palestinian village, near the holy site. January 23, 2023
‘Shame on you’: Netanyahu slams activists who desecrated his father’s grave“Leftist activists cross all red lines and most of the media is silent. Shame on you,” the prime minister wrote after a letter excoriating him was found on Benzion Netanyahu’s burial place. January 23, 2023
Majority of Israelis from center to right favor judicial reform – pollThe Opposition has stated that those in favor of the reforms do not understand their contents. The survey results dispute this claim. January 23, 2023
Freed terrorist: ‘Israeli wardens are our prisoners’Palestinian solidarity has led to jails becoming universities for the prisoners in Israel, who feel they are in charge the country, Karim Younes told an Arab paper. January 23, 2023
‘TRIPLE-BARREL PRESSURE’: Israeli lawmakers call for demolition of Bedouin outpostTwo Likud MKs visited the Khan al-Ahmar outpost, which has been the subject of Israeli court battles, as Netanyahu is under competing pressures to act after the demolition of an illegal Jewish outpost. January 23, 2023
US believes ‘weak’ Netanyahu is being ‘held hostage’ to right-wing partnersFormer Israeli diplomat Alon Pinkas charged that 'Netanyahu's partners know he's the weakest he's ever been, so they're holding him hostage.' January 23, 2023
‘Serious attack’: Arab prisoner takes a bite out of Jewish inmate who likes Ben-Gvir'Even though it was carried out within the walls of the prison, this constitutes a terror attack for all intents and purposes,' argues the victim's attorney. January 22, 2023
Israeli envoy to Canada stepping down in protest against Netanyahu governmentRonen Hoffman served as a member of Knesset for opposition leader Yair Lapid's Yesh Atid party between 2013 and 2015. January 22, 2023
LEAKED THREAT: Will Israel’s attorney general call on Netanyahu to resign?Will Israel’s Attorney General call on Prime Minister Netanyahu to resign? And would such a gamble even work? January 22, 2023
WATCH: Palestinians with knives arrested in central IsraelTwo Palestinians terror suspects were arrested near the central Israeli city of Modi'in early Sunday afternoon. January 22, 2023
Netanyahu gov’t in crisis with right-wing partners – will it last?Netanyahu to fire senior minister Sunday in accordance with Supreme Court ruling, while right-wing ministers are slated to boycott government over dismantling of settlement outpost. January 22, 2023
Netanyahu: US has ‘genuine’ desire to reach understandings on IranThe Iranian nuclear program is of “decisive importance” to the security of the state, says the Israeli premier. January 22, 2023
Israel requests 25 advanced F-15EX warplanes from USThe two-seater F-15EX can fly further and hold more weaponry, including hypersonic missiles capable of hitting Iran in a combined attack with Israel's stealth bombers. January 22, 2023
‘With a heavy heart’: Netanyahu fires Interior Minister Deri following court rulingPrime Minister Netanyahu upholds Supreme Court ruling against Shas leader, fires Health Minister and Interior Minister Aryeh Deri. By World Israel News Staff Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on S... January 22, 2023
Over 100,000 Israelis gather in Tel Aviv to protest Netanyahu government’s judicial reformsFormer Prime Minister Yair Lapid addresses massive Tel Aviv gathering, as demonstrators protest planned changes to Israel's judicial system. January 22, 2023
‘VERY TOUGH’: Nephew of murdered victim speaks out on release of terroristThe nephew of Avraham Bromberg discusses his family's pain upon watching the hero's welcome given to Karim and Maher Younis, saying that bereaved families deserve justice. January 21, 2023
Archeologists find ancient Hebrew coin dated to Jewish rebellion against Rome: ‘year two of the freedom of Israel’One side of the coin includes a depiction of a date palm with the name “Shimon” in ancient Hebrew, an apparent reference to Shimon Bar Kokhba, the leader of the eponymous revolt. January 20, 2023
Where did the far-left organizers of the anti-Netanyahu rally go?The gaggle of radical sponsors at the first anti-judicial reform rally vanished from the second. January 19, 2023
Biden adviser meets Netanyahu amid unease over new gov’t, stresses strong US-Israel bondA statement from Netanyahu's office said the two discussed Iran's nuclear program and ways to broaden the Abraham Accords. January 19, 2023
Ben-Gvir: Arab-Israeli terrorist should be shipped off to SyriaThe Israeli national security minister praises police for preventing any major celebrations for Maher Younes. January 19, 2023
‘Deri cannot continue to serve’: Attorney-general orders Netanyahu to fire minister'You must act in line with the legal ruling and remove [Deri] from his roles in the government,' Gali Baharav-Miara demanded. January 19, 2023
Following ruling, Netanyahu visits ‘brother in need’; Deri determined to ‘break through the ceiling’Netanyahu must decide whether to remove Deri from his cabinet or act in direct contravention to the Supreme Court. January 19, 2023
Deri’s disqualification proves Israel’s need for ‘urgent’ judicial reform, says legal expertThe ruling proved that the Supreme Court 'seeks to exercise power over every aspect of Israeli life, even the outcomes of elections,' says Kontorovich. January 18, 2023
Netanyahu discusses expanding Abraham Accords with US Senate delegationThe U.S. lawmakers also met with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant, who stressed the need to maintain the Jewish state's military superiority to combat the Iranian threat. January 18, 2023
‘You are coming at the right time,’ Herzog welcomes US national security advisor to Israel'You are coming at the right time, as we meet so many challenges together,' the Israeli president told Sullivan. January 18, 2023
COALITION CRISIS: Supreme Court rules against Deri – will Netanyahu gov’t fall?'If Deri is not a minister in the government, there is no government,' says Shas MK ahead of Supreme Court ruling expected to bar Deri from a ministerial position. January 18, 2023
New York Times senior columnist urges Biden to ‘stop’ NetanyahuThomas Friedman wants the U.S. president to prevent Israeli judicial reform by applying ‘tough love.’ January 18, 2023
Pressure building up for Israeli sovereignty over Jordan Valley – and soonBoth Opposition and coalition members are proposing Knesset bills on the issue. January 18, 2023
Arab man indicted for brutal 2021 mob attack on JewAsi Hourani, 50, is the eighth man charged in the violent assault of a Jewish man that left the victim with life-changing injuries. January 18, 2023
Hi-tech leaders joining protests against judicial reform, threaten industry will ‘flee abroad’Leaders of billion-dollar high-tech companies and venture capital funds pledge to participate in street protests, raise money for legal battle aimed at stopping proposed reforms to the judicial system. January 18, 2023
BEAUTY IN THE BEAST? ‘Ugliest building in the world’ – a new Israeli tourist attraction?i24News reporter Pierre Klochendler visits Bat Yam, a Tel Aviv suburb where a 12-story building was voted the ugliest building in the world. January 18, 2023
‘Terrorist flag on public TV’ – NGOs urge funding cut to broadcasterZionist NGOs encourages communications minister to 'clean house' and ensure that 'all terror supporters' are purged from the public broadcaster. January 17, 2023
WATCH: Netanyahu confirms hostage shown in Hamas video is alive – what’s next?Hamas's video footage providing proof of life of Avera Mengistu reignites the debate over what Israel can and should do to bring him back, as well as the other hostage and bodies of two fallen soldiers. January 17, 2023
Jordan fumes after ambassador delayed at entrance to Temple Mount'If he had waited a few more seconds, he would have entered the Temple Mount area,' police said, explaining that there was no prior coordination with Israeli authorities. January 17, 2023
Defying Supreme Court, minister vows not to resign even if judges rule against himInterior Minister and Shas chairman Aryeh Deri reportedly unwilling to step down as minister, even if the Supreme Court rules he is ineligible to serve. January 17, 2023
US Senate delegation refuses to meet right-wing Israeli lawmakers during upcoming visitIsrael's Foreign Ministry confirmed that Rosen and members of her delegation are not slated to meet with Religious Zionism or Otzma Yehudit MKs. January 17, 2023
Netanyahu meets with AIPAC leaders, hails strong bond with USThe Israeli prime minister also emphasized that Israel’s main struggle remains against Iran. January 17, 2023
Anti-Israel films will not receive state funding, says new culture ministerCulture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar says the government is under no obligation to fund movies that harm the state. January 17, 2023
Israeli defense minister, US Central Command chief hold ‘productive’ talk, focus on IranGalant expressed his appreciation to Kurilla for his personal contribution to strengthening military ties between the two countries. January 17, 2023
‘No occupation’: New Israeli PR campaign stresses ‘the Bible as the deed to our land’This emphasis on history will drive home the message there that 'we have not occupied any territory, there is no occupation,' says the new minister of Public Diplomacy. January 17, 2023
‘Don’t wait for our children to be harmed’: Outrage after Palestinians open fire on Jewish homeSamaria Regional Council head Yossi Dagan calls on the government to act after the community is targeted for the seventh time in the past few months. January 17, 2023
90 countries demand Israel lift PA sanctions, restore terror fundingCountries urge Israel to stop withholding pay-for-slay money and lift other sanctions against he PA. January 17, 2023
WATCH: How immigration reform will affect aliyah – prove you’re going to stayFormer MK Rabbi Dov Lipman on how tightening immigration requirements will benefit both Israel and new immigrants. January 17, 2023
‘If the world abandons Israel, Netanyahu will bomb Iran’s nuclear facilities,’ says National Security Council chief'We won't wait until the sword is on our neck,' says Netanyahu, after Tzachi Hanegbi, head of Israel's National Security Council, claims prime minister is prepared to bomb Iran. January 16, 2023
Victory for Arab-Israeli doctor fired for giving sweets to hospitalized terroristDr. Ahmad Mahajneh will be reinstated at a Jerusalem hospital, after he was dismissed for providing sweets and food to a teenage terrorist. January 16, 2023
Poll: Israelis remain proud, youth identify more on the rightThe poll noted a 'significant overlap' between religious identity and political attitudes. January 16, 2023
Politics invades ceremony for incoming IDF chief; defense minister issues warning to SmotrichIn what was seen as a message to Smotrich and Ben-Gvir, Galant said he would 'make sure that external pressures, political, legal and other, stop with me and do not reach the gates of the IDF.' January 16, 2023
‘We will outpace the US in our growth,’ Netanyahu says; predicts wave of American immigrantsIsrael will benefit greatly by joining the U.S. visa waiver program, which should happen soon and will encourage Aliyah, the prime minister said. January 16, 2023
WATCH: World’s oldest journalist, Holocaust survivor, turns 99 – and he isn’t slowing downWalter Bingham is Israel's oldest working journalist. He also holds the Guinness World Record as oldest radio talk show host. January 16, 2023
Herzi Halevi becomes 23rd IDF chief of staffIn a swearing-in ceremony, Halevi was promoted to the rank of lieutenant general, officially taking over from Aviv Kochavi. January 16, 2023
