An Israeli cafe chain launched by and for Oct. 7 survivors is expanding to more cities The cafe has become a gathering place for those directly impacted by the events of Oct. 7 — survivors of the Nova music festival, bereaved parents and others — while also offering a space for those not directly affected to engage with their stories and find meaning. December 13, 2024
Israeli strikes in Syria may pave way for targeting Iran’s nuclear sites Sources in the Israeli Air Force said they were preparing for action against Iran's nuclear sites and were enlisting the aid of the US. December 12, 2024
Ahead of Jerusalem embassy opening, Paraguay’s president visits Western Wall 'Honor to renew commitment to the Jewish people,' says President Santiago Peña during a visit to the Western Wall in Jerusalem, hours before the opening ceremony for Paraguay's new embassy in Jerusalem. December 12, 2024
Tel Aviv defense-tech summit highlights innovation, AI Innovation and the transformative role of artificial intelligence in defense was a recurring theme at the conference, spearheaded by the Israel Ministry of Defense Directorate of Defense, Research, and Development (DDR&D). December 12, 2024
10-year-old murdered, 3 wounded in terror shooting targeting bus The boy was traveling with his family on a bus bound for Jerusalem; terrorist opened fire, struck bus more than 20 times. December 12, 2024
Coalition defeats opposition’s proposal for probe into October 7 failures Benjamin Netanyahu stated at a press conference that 'many citizens' were opposed to the investigation. December 11, 2024
Israeli statisticians who revolutionized data analysis win $1M prize despite protests The biannual Rousseeuw Prize is awarded by the King Baudouin Foundation, a Brussels-based philanthropic organization. December 11, 2024
Entertainment, sports, and war top 2024 Google searches in Israel Crumble cake headed the list of recipe searches in Israel, followed by honey cake, 'key' challah, and bento cakes. December 11, 2024
Floyd Mayweather announces new initiative to gift Israeli orphans on their birthdays 'To all the widows and orphans: keep your heads held high as we honor the cherished memories of those who have passed,' Mayweather wrote in an Instagram post on Monday. December 11, 2024
Israeli startup unveils platform countering AI-driven cyber threats CyTwist’s solution leverages counterintelligence methodologies and hyper-targeted probability algorithms to profile threat actors and detect malicious activity in real time. December 11, 2024
Biden official pushing for hostage deal ‘within days’ – Report White House pushing for agreement before president-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20th. December 11, 2024
Hostage daughter to Biden – ‘Why didn’t you threaten like Trump?’ Daughter of Israeli-American captives slams Biden, world leaders for not demanding the release of the hostages 'or else.' December 11, 2024
Levant’s oldest known ritual site discovered in Galilee cave Acoustic tests conducted in the area revealed enhanced natural acoustics, likely amplifying communal rituals involving singing, prayer, and dancing. December 10, 2024
Birthright Israel extends age limit to 50 for volunteers helping to rebuild Gaza border areas post-Oct. 7 The extended age range will also allow alumni who participated in Birthright trips up to 25 years ago to revisit Israel and reconnect with the country through volunteer work. December 10, 2024
Netanyahu testifies in court, mocking ‘absurd’ charges as Israel faces ‘7-front war’ Israeli prime minister chides court after being forced to testify on Tuesday despite the unprecedented geopolitical situation, including a multifront war. December 10, 2024
IDF denies tanks nearing Damascus, confirms 250 weapons sites bombed Arabic media reports Israeli tanks spotted on outskirts of Damascus as intense bombing campaign of weapons depots continues. December 10, 2024
It’s time for Israel to control all of Gaza, says Israeli minister 'It's time to take control of Gaza and strip Hamas of its civilian authority, cutting off its lifeline.' December 9, 2024
Israeli MK proposes bill to replace ‘West Bank’ with ‘Judea and Samaria’ in legislation This follows a similar bill in the US by Republican senator Tom Cotton that would ban the term 'West Bank' in favor of Judea and Samaria in official US documents. December 9, 2024
While capturing more Syrian territory, Israel is communicating with rebels – report 'There is someone to speak to on the other side, and messages were passed,' an Israeli source said December 9, 2024
Paraguay to make history as sixth nation with Jerusalem embassy Paraguay has long maintained deep ties with Israel, tracing back to when it voted in favor to establish the Jewish state at the UN in 1947. December 9, 2024
Geert Wilders tours Samaria with regional council head Wilders is scheduled to meet with President Isaac Herzog, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Israel Katz, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, Energy Minister Eli Cohen, Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana and other lawmakers. December 9, 2024
Senior UNRWA school staff were Hamas terrorists – Report At least 24 teachers and administrators at UNRWA schools named as armed fighters in Hamas internal documents. December 9, 2024
Families of Israelis missing in Syria hopeful after Assad’s downfall ;I have not forgotten him for a moment and it has been almost 60 years since he was hanged,' says Eli Cohen's widow, Nadia. December 9, 2024
Israel surprised by Syrian rebels’ victory, downfall of Assad Israeli intelligence mistakenly believed that Assad would not be ousted, largely due to the support of Russia and Iran. December 8, 2024
Capt. Avraham Ben-Pinchas killed during battle in the Gaza Strip Captain Avraham Ben-Pinchas is the 809th IDF soldier to be killed since October 7th, 2023. December 8, 2024
Five Israelis killed in car accident in Morocco The fatal incident is the result of an apparent accident after the driver lost control of the vehicle. December 6, 2024
Five Israelis arrested after being caught crossing into Lebanon The local police chief noted that the group was unarmed and claimed during questioning to have wandered into the warzone by accident. December 6, 2024
Only survivor of 6,000 Jewish children deported from France dies, aged 97 On July 20, 1942, Henri, his brother, sister, and father were crammed into cattle cars with 824 others and deported in convoy No. 8 from Angers to Auschwitz-Birkenau. December 5, 2024
Israel sees record-breaking $10.5 billion in startup acquisitions While the total number of deals dropped to 434 from 682 in the same period last year, the total amount of funds raised by the startups increased to $8.1 billion, up from $7.3 billion. December 5, 2024
Jaffa Port gets Israel’s first wave energy plant The power plant uses pioneering technology that connects 'floaters' which rise and fall with the waves to existing marine structures such as breakwaters and piers, powering a motor and generator onshore. December 5, 2024
Harnessing smartphone data: A new frontier in predicting wildfires and natural disasters With over 7 billion smartphones in use globally as of 2024, the sheer volume of data being generated is staggering. December 5, 2024
Israeli hostage’s body retrieved from Gaza for burial Svirsky, 38, a Tel Aviv resident with dual German-Israeli citizenship, was visiting his elderly parents at Kibbutz Be’eri for Shabbat and the Simchat Torah holiday on Oct. 7, 2023. December 4, 2024
Israel begins reopening northern national parks after year-long closure Teams are still inspecting trails for potential hazards, such as missile debris, and visitors are warned not to touch any suspicious objects they may encounter and to report such findings immediately to the authorities. December 4, 2024
Israel headed to civil war if court ousts Netanyahu, minister warns Israeli government minister David Amsalem warns that attempts by the judiciary to remove Netanyahu from office would spark an Israeli civil war. December 4, 2024
Ancient agricultural innovation offers hope for future sustainability, researchers say SGHAS systems offer a low-impact approach to farming that aligns with contemporary goals of environmental stewardship and climate resilience. December 4, 2024
IDF fears that soldiers who fought in Gaza face arrest abroad The Israeli military is concerned that soldiers may be detained or face prosecution in foreign countries. December 4, 2024
Hostage families thank Trump for his robust ultimatum demanding release of hostages The Hostages and Missing Families Forum: 'It is now evident to all: the time has come. We must bring them home NOW.' December 3, 2024
Netanyahu says Trump’s ultimatum for hostage release ‘puts onus on Hamas where it belongs’ Donald Trump demanded that all hostages be released by the time he takes office on January 20, or there would be 'Hell to pay.' December 3, 2024
Minister accuses Israeli A-G of coup d’etat after prison service chief detained for questioning Itamar Ben-Gvir, who appointed Kobi Yaakobi, accused the attorney-general of attempting a “coup” against him with the move. December 3, 2024
Actor Kevin Spacey visits Gaza border communities in Israel devastated by Oct. 7 Hamas attack Spacey was also photographed talking to Ayala Levinstein, a lone soldier from the U.S. whose father is reportedly a close friend of his. December 3, 2024
Chinese relic uncovered – in Jerusalem The earliest known Chinese inscription in Israel, dating back 500 years, uncovered in Jerusalem. December 3, 2024
U.S. frets that Israel-Lebanon ceasefire ‘unraveling’ Biden administration officials complain that Israel is 'enforcing the ceasefire too aggressively.' December 3, 2024
1,000 Nova survivors recognized as ‘disabled’ terror victims Survivors of the massacre witnessed Hamas terrorists murdering, raping, kidnapping, and mutilating their victims. December 3, 2024
Ex-hostage: ‘Gazans are brainwashed since birth to hate Jews’ Gazans are 'happy to sacrifice their children to kill Jews. That’s how they live,' says freed hostage Louis Har. December 3, 2024
Four face terror charges over flares launched at PM’s residence The prosecution requested that the defendants be held in detention until the end of the legal proceedings. December 2, 2024
Israel uncovers 200 Iranian cyberattacks, phishing attempts against Israelis The Shin Bet warned that Iranian agents typically approach their targets through WhatsApp, Telegram, or email, crafting different cover stories for each targeted individual. December 2, 2024
IDF soldiers doxxed, threatened with arrest in the Netherlands The HRF posted the names and photographs of three Nahal Brigade soldiers who were present in the Netherlands on its X account. December 2, 2024
Bereaved father files complaint against ex-IDF chief for incitement Ya'alon's 'statements endanger our heroic soldiers, constitute incitement against the state, and directly harm national security,' says father of IDF soldier killed in the Gaza Strip last year. December 2, 2024
Navigating conflict: Pelican tracking aims to reduce bird-aircraft collisions Israel’s location at the crossroads of three continents makes it a critical stopover for birds traveling between breeding grounds in Europe and Asia and wintering areas in Africa. December 2, 2024
Israeli hacker faces extradition to the US from Norway The man was convicted for making some 2,000 calls under a false identity claiming explosives were hidden on planes, causing massive delays. December 2, 2024
Israeli police crack down on illegal Muslim call to prayer in mixed cities National Security Minister defends decision to confiscate speakers from mosques which violate noise laws with night-time call to prayer in mixed cities. December 2, 2024
Israeli High Court approves military burial in civilian cemetery for PTSD-stricken reservist A decorated soldier with a 20-year career in the Israel Air Force, Dagan served as a combat navigator during the Second Lebanon War and later in Unit 8200 of the Intelligence Directorate as a reservist. December 1, 2024
Can AI understand medical complexity? Israeli researchers question its ability Most AI models, including those specifically trained on medical datasets, performed poorly, often no better than random guessing. December 1, 2024
‘Without the civil squads I wouldn’t be here’: The fight to equip Israel’s frontline defenders Friday’s event was complete with stands and booths giving away everything from tactical gear and vests to gifts, clothes, and school for the children of squad members, also came complete with food, live music, and speeches. December 1, 2024
Israeli minister issues ultimatum on hostage deal, pushes for transfer of Gazans Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says Netanyahu starting to warm up to idea of encouraging Arab emigration from Gaza, warns his party could bolt government if current Gaza ceasefire deal under consideration is accepted. December 1, 2024
Israelis in Thailand facing high threat of terror attacks A number of Iranian plots to harm Israelis abroad have been thwarted in recent years by the Mossad and other Israeli intelligence agencies. December 1, 2024
Former Israeli defense minister accuses Israel of ‘ethnically cleansing’ the Gaza Strip Moshe Ya'alon, a former member of the Likud who served as Defense Minister under Netanyahu after stint as IDF chief of staff, accuses Israeli government of promoting 'occupation, annexation, ethnic cleansing of Gaza.' December 1, 2024
Sirens activated in central Israel due to Yemen-launched ballistic missile Sirens heard in central cities near airport, Jerusalem suburb for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire came into effect. December 1, 2024
Mother of hostage: UN ceasefire resolution would have been a ‘death sentence’ The UN recently attempted to pass a ceasefire resolution that did not include a demand for the release of the hostages. December 1, 2024
High-ranking UAE official attends Rabbi Zvi Kogan’s shiva During the shiva call, Nuaimi stressed that his country will continue to seek coexistence and will not let extremists threaten this goal. December 1, 2024
