‘Unprecedented’: European leader rejects credentials of Israeli ambassadorIsrael may soon be left without an official ambassador in Croatia amid an unprecedented dispute. May 18, 2026
Israel’s economy shrinks in first quarter but seen rebounding after Iran warThe Bank of Israel sees 3.8% growth this year, down from a 5.2% estimate before the Iran war, depending on whether a ceasefire with Iran holds. May 18, 2026
The sky is closing: American Airlines cancels all flights to Israel until 2027Industry analysts suggest that other international airlines may follow suit if the maritime and aerial skirmishes in the Persian Gulf continue to threaten regional stability. May 18, 2026
Israeli president to receive credentials of first Somaliland envoy as ties deepenIsrael is reportedly interested in establishing a base in Somaliland to counter Houthi and Iranian threats to Red Sea shipping. May 17, 2026
Israel launches AI strategy centered on talent, computing power and fast-track incubatorsIt was established as an auxiliary unit within the PMO with the goal of transforming Israel into a 'global AI superpower.' May 17, 2026
Amid Iran tensions, huge explosion rocks Jerusalem suburbMany locals criticized authorities for failing to provide advance warning before the nighttime explosion. May 17, 2026
Israeli Noam Bettan scores second place at EurovisionSeveral European countries withdrew from Eurovision over Israel’s inclusion. May 17, 2026
IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon during ‘extended ceasefire’Capt. Maoz Israel Recanati, 24, was killed in a Hezbollah drone strike in southern Lebanon. May 17, 2026
Influential Israeli rabbi calls for synagogue to be built on Temple Mount'For 2,000 years we were in exile, so they built this structure here, but in truth, the First Temple and Second Temple were here, and the Third Temple will be here.' May 16, 2026
Former aide says Netanyahu received ‘royal welcome’ in UAE during secret wartime visitAccording to the former aide, the Emirati leader personally drove Netanyahu from the aircraft to the palace in his own vehicle. May 15, 2026
Most Israeli-Arabs support civic service and coalition participation, poll showsSupport forvoluntary non-military civic service was found across age groups and genders, including among younger respondents aged 18 to 34, where nearly 70% supported the concept. May 15, 2026
Ben-Gvir says Israel has ‘restored sovereignty’ on the Temple MountThe Temple Mount is considered the holiest site in Judaism. May 14, 2026
Flotilla leaves Turkey for Gaza weeks after Israel intercepted previous convoyOrganizers say the latest efforts involved a regrouped fleet following Israel’s interception, joined by additional boats. Nearly 500 activists from 45 countries were taking part. May 14, 2026
Israel to sue NY Times for accusing IDF of Raping Palestinian PrisonersThe Foreign Ministry also accused the newspaper of publishing Kristof’s column despite having previously received Israeli material documenting sexual violence committed by Hamas. May 14, 2026
Arab Israeli photographed sensitive sites on behalf of Iran, police sayArab Israeli man arrested and charged after allegedly spying on behalf of Iran, sending his handlers the locations and photographs of sensitive sites. May 14, 2026
Israel to establish IDF museum at former UNRWA Jerusalem headquartersThe government is scheduled to approve the measure on May 14, in honor of Jerusalem Day, which is taking place on Thursday. May 14, 2026
Lufthansa Group to gradually resume Tel Aviv flightsLufthansa and Swiss are planning to resume flights on July 1, with Eurowings expected to return to Tel Aviv in mid-July. May 14, 2026
Mysterious ancient tunnel in Jerusalem leaves archaeologists baffledArchaeologists discover ancient tunnel hewn through the rock in southern Jerusalem, but say the complex's purpose, age, and origin remain unclear. May 14, 2026
EU regulator extends Israel no-fly warning through May 27Europe’s aviation regulator said the risk of rapid escalation in the region remains high. May 13, 2026
US returns rare Second Temple-era coins looted from IsraelThe coins, one of which was minted by the Maccabees and bears the image of a menorah, were looted by antiquities thieves and smuggled to American auction houses. May 13, 2026
Noam Bettan advances to Eurovision final amid anti-Israel protests at Vienna arenaAfter advancing to the final, Bettan rose to fifth place in bookmakers’ odds to win the contest. May 13, 2026
Thousands visit Joseph’s Tomb as Israeli leaders push for permanent Jewish presenceThe renewed daytime prayers are part of what organizers described as a broader campaign to restore a continuous Jewish presence at the site and eventually return the Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva to the compound. May 13, 2026
Leading rabbi orders Haredi MKs to work to dissolve KnessetIsrael’s coalition government in March moved to pass the 2026 state budget without a highly debated draft exemption law, which was temporarily shelved. May 12, 2026
Huckabee: Hamas will be disarmed, but ‘I don’t know who will do it’The ambassador also confirmed that Israel deployed an Iron Dome battery and military personnel to the United Arab Emirates. May 12, 2026
IDF deepening ties to Jerusalem, Zamir says ahead of 59th anniversary of city’s reunificationMembers of the General Staff Forum, which includes around 30 of the military’s top commanders, met with Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion on Tuesday to mark Jerusalem Day. May 12, 2026
Iron Dome nearly 99% effective against incoming missiles, maker Rafael’s chairman saysHe noted that there was no shortage of missile interceptors. May 12, 2026
‘Modern day Nazis’ — Oct. 7 terrorists to face military tribunalThe roughly 300 terrorists arrested after the Oct. 7 massacres could face the death penalty. May 12, 2026
Israel denies entry to US YouTuber Tyler Oliveira over alleged antisemitic contentOliveira claimed he intended to 'expose the invasion of the Jewish community.' May 11, 2026
Netanyahu: ‘Everybody bears some responsibility’ for Oct. 7, ‘from the prime minister down’Netanyahu said defense and intelligence officials had repeatedly assured him before the attack that Hamas was 'deterred.' May 11, 2026
Sa’ar rejects EU move to sanction Israelis, condemns Hamas comparisonThe report said the sanctions would apply to several Israeli organizations and their leaders accused by European officials of supporting extremist activity. May 11, 2026
‘Get out’: Former hostage demands entire Knesset resign over Oct. 7 invasionRom Braslavski, one of the last hostages to return home to Israel after being held captive in the Gaza Strip for two years, condemns entire Knesset, calls for all 120 Israeli lawmakers to resign. May 11, 2026
IDF chief warns – ‘The reserve army will collapse in on itself’According to several media outlets, the IDF chief emphasized the urgency of swiftly adopting a series of legislative measures aimed at stabilizing the army’s personnel numbers. May 11, 2026
Bestselling author makes the case for Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria'If it’s yours, take ownership,' Tuvia Tenenbom tells audience at book launch in Gush Etzion. May 11, 2026
‘Ben Gurion Airport is now a US military base,’ says Israeli officialIsraeli airlines warn reduced aircraft access is driving up ticket prices and limiting flights. May 11, 2026
Ceasefire? Reservist killed by Hezbollah drone in northern IsraelHezbollah drones are posing a growing challenge for Israeli forces along the Lebanese border. May 11, 2026
8-year-old boy discovers ancient statuette in southern IsraelIsraeli boy stumbles on 1,700-year-old artifact during family outing near the Ramon Crater in southern Israel. May 11, 2026
Draft, death penalty, and October 7 probe to dominate as Knesset reconvenesA major battle is expected over legislation creating a government-appointed commission to investigate failures surrounding the October 7, 2023 Hamas massacre. May 10, 2026
PM’s pick for Mossad chief under fire as attorney general tells court to disqualify himCritics say Gofman should be disqualified, as he didn’t receive permission to carry out his influence campaign, which compromises his integrity. May 10, 2026
Israeli president Herzog pressured to pardon Netanyahu in secret meetingIsrael's president quoted as saying during secret meeting last month that there is no chance he will grand Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a pardon. May 10, 2026
US eyeing long-term military buildup in Israel – reportUS military forces deployed to Israel likely to remain in the country for the foreseeable future, sources say. May 10, 2026
Family outraged after lesser murder charge filed in teen stabbing caseProsecutors allege the stabbing severed a major artery, causing massive blood loss that led to Zelka’s death the following day. May 10, 2026
Israel deports ‘professional provocateurs’ arrested on Gaza flotillaFlotilla leaders Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were deported without facing criminal charges. May 10, 2026
Three IDF soldiers and one civilian arrested for alleged Iran espionageThe four were arrested on suspicion of carrying out complex tasks under the direction of Iranian handlers. May 8, 2026
WhatsApp founder donates record $200 million to Shaare ZedekThe funds will be used to construct a new inpatient tower that will also include housing for medical staff, tripling the size of the hospital. May 8, 2026
China warns of ‘red lines’ after Israeli lawmakers visit Taiwan amid deepening tiesIn recent years, Taiwanese cooperation with Israel has expanded across multiple fields, including academic exchange, agriculture, and health, with more than 36 agreements and memorandums of understanding signed. May 8, 2026
Israel blinds its own cities to break Iran’s missile feedback loopBy disabling access for civilian officials, the military has effectively cut off local municipalities from the live data feed they rely on to dispatch fire, medical, and police units to precise coordinates. May 7, 2026
Israel freezes talks on Wizz Air Tel Aviv hub after airline delays returnWizz has repeatedly delayed its return to Israel, angering Israeli transport officials, who had hoped it would resume service sooner than other carriers because of its plan to open a local hub. May 7, 2026
Herzog makes historic first presidential visit to PanamaHerzog and his team also participated in a bilateral meeting with their Panamanian counterparts focused on water management, innovation, and technical assistance. May 7, 2026
New Israeli bill aims to disqualify non-Orthodox converts from Law of ReturnCoalition MK revives efforts to amend Israel's Law of Return, granting state recognition of Jewishness for purposes of immigration to Orthodox conversions. May 7, 2026
Most Israelis say ending Iran war now would not serve security interests, poll findsThe findings showed that 62% of respondents believe another large-scale confrontation with Iran is likely, while 30% said the possibility of renewed fighting is low. May 6, 2026
Israel to sell jet fuel to Germany amid Hormuz disruptionsEnergy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar approved the move. May 6, 2026
Netanyahu condemns Iranian attack on UAE in call with Sheikh bin ZayedThe Islamic Republic has launched more than 550 ballistic and cruise missiles and more than 2,200 drones at the UAE, more than at any other country, according to the UAE Defense Ministry. May 6, 2026
Gaza Board of Peace can’t secure Hamas disarmament: reportHamas’ refusal to disarm is blocking Gaza’s reconstruction. May 6, 2026
War imminent? Israel officially extends state of emergencyMunicipal leaders raise alert levels amid rising regional instability. May 6, 2026
Netanyahu meets Board of Peace officials in JerusalemSenior Hamas leaders like Mashaal and Musa Abu Marzouk have rejected key parts of Washington’s peace plan in recent months, including disarmament, despite having agreed to the proposal in October. May 5, 2026
US, Israel to launch ‘short, powerful’ attack on Iran: reportA senior Israeli source described the expected operation as short, targeted, and decisive. May 5, 2026
Former spy Jonathan Pollard announces Knesset runCalling for annexation of the Gaza Strip and transfer of its population to third-party countries, former spy Jonathan Pollard announces plans to run for the Knesset while criticizing both Netanyahu and Bennett. May 5, 2026
Parents, not sirens, drive children’s stress levels during war, researchers sayWhile about 66% of parents reported experiencing three or more sirens per day, only 13.3% of children were reported to show high levels of stress. May 4, 2026
Over 92% of Gaza Envelope residents have returned home—reportBe’eri, Kfar Aza, and Holit remain in advanced stages of reconstruction, expected to be completed during 2026, with a gradual return of residents throughout 2027. May 4, 2026
First ‘Gideon’ refueling plane completes test flight ahead of delivery to IAFThe aircraft is to be outfitted with Israeli systems and adapted to meet operational requirements. May 4, 2026
