After partial US arms embargo, Israel to manufacture aerial bombsIsrael's Defense Ministry reportedly working to establish long-term indigenous aerial munitions productions capabilities and to wean off dependence on the US for some weapons. August 15, 2024
Thousands attend funeral in Israel of US-born lone soldier: ‘We may not know him, but he’s family’Cooper had made the decision to stay in Israel, marry his girlfriend Valery, and serve as a career officer in the Border Police. August 14, 2024
Israel responds to European support for Palestinian state by approving new settlement in JudeaNahal Heletz, one of five new towns planned in Judea and Samaria, will create continuity of Israeli control from Jerusalem through to the Gush Etzion area. August 14, 2024
‘SHAME ON YOU’ – Israeli amb. gives parting shot to UN for ignoring Iranian threatGilad Erdan blasts UN Security Council for ignoring Iranian threat, instead 'wasting time on Hamas terrorists' lies.' August 14, 2024
US okays 50 fighter jets, $20 billion in arms sales to IsraelThe arms sale 'will improve Israel's capability to meet current and future enemy threats,' said the State Department. August 14, 2024
Iranian threat? Blinken abruptly cancels Middle East visit'We have to be prepared for what could be a significant set of attacks,' says White House spokesman. August 14, 2024
Archaeological discoveries in Jerusalem reveal details of end of 2nd Temple periodNew finds from the 2000-year-old drainage channel in Jerusalem tells the city’s story in the days of the Second Temple from its prosperity until its decay and destruction. August 13, 2024
Israel’s credit rating downgraded from A+ to A amid war concernsFinance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says downgrade is 'natural' amid war, increased regional tensions. August 13, 2024
Israeli defense minister mocks Netanyahu’s vow for ‘total victory’ over HamasBehind closed doors, Israel's defense minister spars with Likud lawmakers while mocking prime minister's repeated calls to achieve 'total victory' over Hamas. August 12, 2024
As war with Hezbollah looms, Israeli cities eye emergency food distribution planCities in northern Israel working with National Food Security Initiative to prepare emergency rations if supply chain disrupted amid looming fears of full-scale war on Lebanon border. August 12, 2024
Israeli prosecutors drop case against sanctioned Samaria residentElisha Yered was sanctioned by the European Union, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia over his online advocacy. August 12, 2024
‘My dad is in the sky’: Hostage families share heartbreaking parenting moments252 Israelis and foreigners were taken hostage in Hamas’s attacks on Israeli communities near the Gaza border on October 7. August 12, 2024
Hezbollah capable of Oct. 7th-style invasion – IDF officersHezbollah's elite Radwan Force could storm the border and infiltrate communities in northern Israel, warn senior IDF commanders. August 12, 2024
‘Go back to old deal’ – Hamas to skip upcoming ceasefire summitHamas will not send representatives to talks later this week, devastating hostages' families. August 12, 2024
Israelis fear Iran will strike today, most tragic day of year when both Temples were destroyedIran may attack Israel on the Jewish holiday of Tisha B'Av, a date which is associated with tragedies that have befallen he Jewish people over the millennia. August 12, 2024
Life-saving medical device donated by American-Israeli treats soldiers wounded in GazaThe adult body typically holds 5 liters of blood, so in theory the entire blood supply can be replaced in 5 minutes using the device. August 11, 2024
Israel bans pro-Hezbollah TV channelAfter imposing ban on Al Jazeera, Israeli government votes to bar pro-Hezbollah channel from Lebanon from operating in Israel. August 11, 2024
Israel’s Attorney General imposes sanctions on families of yeshiva students called up for IDF draftAttorney General Gali Baharav-Miara instructs government to end funding of daycare for children whose fathers are full-time yeshiva students called in to IDF draft board. August 11, 2024
‘Let us win, for decisive victory over Hamas!’ – IDF soldiers'This is not what victory looks like! Don't stop us!' soldiers write in open letter to IDF leaders. August 11, 2024
‘My life’s work, destroyed’ – Therapeutic pool blasted by Hezbollah>Benny Ben-Muvhcar raised millions to bring occupational therapy and other services to the disabled; his 'life's work' was significantly damaged during Hezbollah barrage. August 11, 2024
US, Egypt, Qatar call jointly for immediate conclusion to ceasefire negotiations'There is no further time to waste nor excuses from any party for further delay,' per the statement from the three leaders. August 9, 2024
Israel revokes diplomatic credentials of Norwegian envoys to Palestinian AuthorityNorway recognized Palestinian statehood in May, along with Spain and Ireland in May. August 8, 2024
Hezbollah to attack Israel before Iran: US intelHezbollah will strike Israel in the coming days, without Iranian coordination, according to new intelligence. August 8, 2024
Israel tells US: Expect ‘disproportionate’ force if Hezbollah wounds civiliansIsrael believes Hezbollah will target military assets located in Tel Aviv, near densely populated civilian neighborhoods. August 8, 2024
Shin Bet readies Jerusalem bunker for Netanyahu family amid Iranian threatThe National Management Center is in an undisclosed location in Jerusalem and was constructed after the Second Lebanon War in 2006. August 7, 2024
‘We really miss home’: Israelis stranded abroad as airlines cancel flightsCurrently, an estimated 150,000 Israelis are stuck overseas. August 7, 2024
‘He never gives up’: How one Israeli’s miraculous Oct. 7 survival inspired support for soldiers’ familiesOneFamily, which was established in 2001 in response to the Second Intifada, organized the day at the amusement park, sponsoring and staffing the event. August 7, 2024
Oct. 7th planner Yahya Sinwar named new Hamas headSinwar, a longtime member of Hamas, currently serves as the terror group's leader in the Gaza Strip. August 7, 2024
Is Iran rethinking Israel attack due to U.S. pressure?Any escalation between Israel and Iran could have 'serious consequences' for the new Iranian government, the Americans said. August 7, 2024
How did Mossad entice IRGC agents to kill Haniyeh?Iranians were lured by Mossad promises of generous cash reward, relocation to northern Europe. August 7, 2024
Last missing person from October 7 declared deadIt took ten months for the evidence to be found that Bilha Yinon was burned to death along with her husband in Netiv HaAsara. August 7, 2024
White House ‘enraged’ by Haniyeh assassination: ReportPresident Biden and his advisors were reportedly 'outraged' by Haniyeh's killing, did not have knowledge in advance about plan to slay Hamas leader. August 7, 2024
UK reportedly freezes arms exports to Israel as London mulls embargoThe reported export freeze comes as Israel awaits Iran’s anticipated revenge attack for last week’s assassination in Tehran of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh. August 6, 2024
Smartwatches may prevent future pandemics, Israeli researchers sayEarly diagnosis is also vital for effective treatment, particularly for COVID-19, where treatments are most effective when administered early. August 6, 2024
Gaza border evacuees: ‘Our home is still a warzone’'We are traumatized, there's still a war going on,' says evacuee who may be forced to return to Gaza-adjacent kibbutz after government subsidies end. August 6, 2024
Israel expects Iran strike to be ‘limited to military assets’ – here’s whyIran wants to avoid a harsh Israel counter-strike, which would occur should Israeli civilians be wounded or killed in the attack. August 6, 2024
‘Bring it’: Israelis shrug off Iranian threats'We’re trusting in the defensive abilities of the IDF, and God-willing everything will be fine,' one Ashkelon resident says. August 5, 2024
Olympic Committee may probe Israeli judoka over Gaza war postsPaltchik, 32, beat out a Swiss competitor to win his bronze medal in Paris on Aug. 1, eliminating judoka Daniel Eich in the under-100-kilogram competition. August 5, 2024
IDF unveils new technology to warn civilians of large-scale attackThe warning notification will be immediately displayed on mobile phone screens, accompanied by a loud ringtone. August 5, 2024
‘Justice’ – IDF kills terrorists who murdered Israeli man'Terrorists should know that whoever takes a life will pay with theirs,' says victim's family. August 5, 2024
High court hearing on Palestinian terror payments ends in uproarSupreme Court hearing shut down after chaos breaks out as Palestinian Authority petitions court to overturn Knesset law. August 4, 2024
Israel nets 1 gold and 3 silver medals at Paris OlympicsWindsurfer Tom Reuveny took top honors, while Sharon Kantor (windsurfing) Artem Dolgopyat (gymnastics) and Raz Hershko (Judo) all took second place on the podium. August 4, 2024
Temple Mount sheikh who mourned Hamas chief could lose Israeli residencyEkrima Sabri has a long history of anti-Israel activity and is already under indictment for incitement to terrorism. August 4, 2024
Iranian attack could start Monday: US, Israeli intelAttack targeting Israel could be launched by Tehran in the next 48 hours, intelligence officials say. August 4, 2024
Israeli high school students’ research could impact long-term space missionsThe study documented the effects of space travel on neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. August 3, 2024
Massive 2,000-year-old quarry discovered in JerusalemSecond Temple-era find includes unique objects signaling the quarry was used to supply Jerusalem's Jewish population. August 1, 2024
‘Challenging days ahead of us,’ Netanyahu tells Israelis'Israel will exact a very heavy price for any aggression against us,' says Netanyahu. August 1, 2024
MK: ‘World is a better place without Haniyeh and Shukar’'We shouldn't have waited for a disaster to defend our citizens,' says MK Sharren Haskel of the response to the Majdal Shams massacre. August 1, 2024
Israeli men’s swim team makes history at Paris Olympics, breaks national recordTheir victory is the first time Israel has made it to an Olympic final in the 4×200m freestyle relay. July 31, 2024
Experts: No doubt that Hezbollah behind Majdal Shams massacreIndependent analysts confirm that Iranian-made rocket was fired from Lebanon by Hezbollah, killing 12 children and teens in Druze town. July 31, 2024
‘It’s saving our lives’: Israeli hack gives precision to first-generation machine gunWhile regular soldiers have received an updated version with a sight, a shortage of new rifles forced hundreds of reservists to use the older, sightless model. July 30, 2024
Names may shape facial appearance over time, Israeli study suggestsThis suggests that a congruence between a person’s name and their facial appearance develops over time, influenced by social expectations. July 30, 2024
IDF soldiers arrested based on terrorists’ testimony, army prosecutor admits10 IDF soldiers were questioned and 9 arrested in a raid on the Sde Teiman detention center used to hold Hamas terrorists. July 30, 2024
Israeli company plays key role in probe of Trump shootingIn the aftermath of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack in Israel, Cellebrite’s technology was instrumental in assisting Israeli security forces. July 30, 2024
Northern Israel residents call on lawmakers for urgent protection amid security gaps'Visit near kindergartens and you will see sandbags that are meant to be hidden behind,' a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Szold exclaimed. July 30, 2024
Israel working to ban pro-Hezbollah TV channelAn Al Mayadeen reporter claimed that an Israeli airstrike was the cause of the Majdal Shams massacre on Saturday. July 29, 2024
‘Israelis today in every way’: Who are the Druze of the Golan?The Druze communities of Israel, Lebanon and Syria regard themselves as descendants of the Biblical Jethro –who they call Shuaib — the father-in-law of Moses. July 29, 2024
Months after direct Iranian attack, Bedouin girl victim leaves hospitalAlhasoni was the only casualty in the April 13 Iranian attack on the Jewish state. July 29, 2024
Israeli West Nile virus cases rise to 710Most carriers of the virus never develop symptoms. July 29, 2024
Reporter spouts outrageous lie at scene of deadly Hezbollah strikeJournalist who supported October 7th massacres falsely claims that Majdal Shams victims were killed by Israeli rocket. July 29, 2024
