‘30,000 protesters, day and night’ – former PM calls for mass protests to oust Netanyahu Ehud Barak urges protesters to gather in front of Knesset for weeks on end, to force Netanyahu from power and trigger early elections. February 26, 2024
Israeli police investigating death threats sent to Israeli officials The group said it was founded to exact vengeance on terrorists, but changed its target after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. February 26, 2024
Israeli, Saudi finance ministers convene in Abu Dhabi A video published by Arab channels shows the cordial encounter at the ministerial for global trade and economic growth. February 26, 2024
Hinting at Knesset bid, Pollard says Israel must expel Gazans, annex Gaza The former spy says he may run for Knesset with Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, says expulsion of Gazans is the only way to ensure security for Israel’s south. February 25, 2024
2 Hezbollah terrorists killed in IAF strike: report Hezbollah confirmed that the two slain men were affiliated with the terror group, launches retaliatory rocket fire at Israel. February 25, 2024
Palestinian arrested for extortion, identity theft, illegally hiding in Jerusalem church Police said the 47-year-old suspect was originally arrested for trying to extort money from a widow. February 25, 2024
Israel to present Egyptians with Rafah offensive plan: Report That evacuation is intended to prevent a mass exodus of Gazans into Egyptian territory, which would worsen already strained tensions between Jerusalem and Cairo. February 25, 2024
UN ‘cooperating’ with Hamas, denying Israel’s right to self-defense Calls to stop weapons exports to Israel are 'actually calls of support for the Hamas terrorist organization,' says Israeli Foreign Minister. February 25, 2024
Muslim hero rewarded with permanent Israeli residency – here’s why Hamid Abu Arar risked his life to save the lives of IDF soldiers who were being ambushed by Hamas terrorists. February 23, 2024
Survivors, Oct 7 victims’ families sue AP for supporting terrorism The lawsuit alleges the journalists are 'known Hamas associates who were gleefully embedded with the Hamas terrorists during the October 7th attacks.' February 23, 2024
Israel to build 3,000 new ‘settler homes’ following yesterday’s terror attack The decision is expected to anger US President Joe Biden who is facing intense criticism over his support for the Israel-Hamas war. February 23, 2024
Netanyahu reveals comprehensive plan for a post-war Gaza Netanyahu envisions the Israel Defense Forces maintaining full operational freedom in Gaza indefinitely. February 23, 2024
Israel unfazed by global disapproval, sticks to Eurovision song entry despite pressure KAN, the Israeli broadcaster, reaffirmed the decision even at the cost of being barred from the competition. February 23, 2024
Controversial lyrics might disqualify Israel from Eurovision The Eurovision Song Contest 2024 is taking place in Malmö, Sweden, following the Scandinavian country’s victory at the 2023 song contest. February 22, 2024
Knesset moves forward with bill recognizing fiancés as family of fallen soldiers The plan as being proposed could include monthly payments for two or three years following the death of a soldier. February 22, 2024
‘Unholy warriors’ – a history of sex crimes and male rape by Hamas leader and his brother Hamas leader Yahya covered up brother Muhammed’s assaults of own men in prison, and sexually harassed fellow prisoners himself. February 22, 2024
‘Is the UN holding my son?’ – Mother of hostage kidnapped by UNRWA worker 'How can a social worker for an organization that claims to promote good in this world do something so cruel and inhumane?' asks victim's mother February 22, 2024
Ballistic missile fired at Israel intercepted over Red Sea Videos circulating on social media from the interception showed smoke and white trails in the skies above Eilat. February 22, 2024
1 killed, 10 wounded in terror attack near Jerusalem; 3 terrorists eliminated One victim was declared dead at the scene, with another 8 wounded; Three Palestinian terrorists shot and killed. February 22, 2024
Knesset votes 99-11 to reject unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state Netanyahu: 'My position (against a unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state) was and remains clear, and it has only become stronger after the terrible massacre of October 7.' February 21, 2024
Israeli train chief confirms successful thwarting of cyberattack on railways Shimoni’s announcement comes days after an El Al flight was targeted by hackers during a trip from Thailand to Tel Aviv. February 21, 2024
Israel rejects UN claims of IDF soldiers assaulting Palestinian women The report did not mention how it carried out its investigation, and neither did it provide any evidence of its allegations. February 21, 2024
Oct. 7th intelligence failures to be investigated The inquiry will investigate the IDF General Staff, military intelligence, and deficiencies of the Gaza border defenses. February 21, 2024
El Al shows appreciation by offering free tickets to IDF soldiers Soldiers are eligible for the free ticket if they experienced 30 days or more of active service since Oct. 7. February 21, 2024
President Herzog promises freedom of worship during Ramadan The comments come after Ben-Gvir on Saturday called for Palestinians in Judea and Samaria to be barred from the Temple Mount. February 21, 2024
Historic vote to impeach MK Cassif fails Only 85 out of the necessary 90 voted to oust the MK who had signed a petition saying Israel was committing genocide in Gaza. February 20, 2024
Hamas planned to storm Israeli prison, free terrorists on Oct. 7th: report Hamas operatives planned to free terrorists in Ashkelon prison, but were derailed by GPS malfunction, confused navigator. February 20, 2024
Brazil recalls ambassador to Israel, stands by shameful IDF-Nazi comparison The move to recall the ambassador comes after an Israeli official berated the Brazilian diplomat in public, while media recorded the incident. February 20, 2024
New video ‘tore our hearts out,’ say relatives of Israeli family held captive in Gaza Relatives of Bibas family, taken captive on October 7th, castigate Hamas after new footage released. February 19, 2024
Netanyahu backs Ben-Gvir in restricting Palestinian access to Temple Mount during Ramadan Arab Israelis, including those in eastern Jerusalem, will be allowed in much more freely. February 19, 2024
Many Israeli hostages held in Rafah: Official Captives at risk of contracting deadly bacterial, fungal infections as disease spreads in the Strip. February 19, 2024
Southerners offered grants to return home by March 1 While the agreement allows them to stay in hotels until July, “You don’t buy security with money,” say some angry residents. February 19, 2024
Knesset expected to ratify opposition to unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state The Cabinet rejected any such 'international diktat' following reports that the U.S. is discussing the option with Arab states. February 19, 2024
‘I’m proud to compete for Israel’ – Swimmer booed in Qatar 'I’m doing this with the Israeli flag and I’m proud of that. And whoever doesn’t like it, it’s just not my problem,' says Israeli swimmer undeterred by hostile crowd. February 19, 2024
Flight to Israel nearly sabotaged by ‘hostile elements’ It was feared there was an attempt to sabotage the plane and lead it to a hazardous area or conduct a kidnapping. February 18, 2024
Israeli cabinet pushes back against ‘unilaterally forced’ Palestinian state The U.S. and its Arab partners are 'rushing' to finalize a plan to establish a Palestinian state, which could be announced in the next few weeks. February 18, 2024
Israel’s largest non-profit bypasses Houthi attacks with medical supply airlift Tuesday’s airlift was the first of a series that was facilitated through a targeted global fundraising campaign. February 18, 2024
Israel refuses to send representative in second international court case Unlike the genocide case, a ruling in the 'occupation case' would be nonbinding. February 18, 2024
‘No Arabs from Judea, Samaria on Temple Mount during Ramadan,’ says Israeli minister Ben-Gvir vows to prevent Hamas supporters from reaching Temple Mount during Ramadan while Israeli 'women and children are hostages in Gaza.' February 18, 2024
IDF chief Halevi comments on new IDF reservists bill and ultra-Orthodox draft The issue of ultra-Orthodox enlistment in the IDF has been a hot-button issue since the state’s establishment in 1948. February 16, 2024
US considers rolling back Trump-era Israel-friendly policies President Joe Biden is facing low approval ratings in an election year and an indication that he may be losing support from Progressive Democrats over his support for Israel. February 15, 2024
‘Hamas used my family as human shields’ – Gazan journalist Hamas 'began destroying my family home in 2013 when they built tunnels beneath it,' writes U.S.-based Gazan journalist. February 15, 2024
Israeli government spends 150 million shekels on armored vehicles to protect border towns In addition, The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) is contributing 7.5 million shekels to purchase nine armored vehicles to protect border communities. February 14, 2024
Mike Pompeo in Israel on his ‘most heartbreaking’ visit to date The former secretary of state toured Hamas massacre sites from October 7 and declared 'I stand with Israel.' February 14, 2024
‘Real progress’ in unifying Hamas and PA says Abbas aide Hamas hasn't sought ministerial roles yet but insists on a clear path to a Palestinian state for the unity deal. February 14, 2024
20,000 foreign laborers to replace Palestinians, says Israeli gov’t official 'Our goal is to bring another 20,000 foreign workers to Israel in the next six weeks,' says Housing Ministry official. February 14, 2024
Defeat of Hamas in Gaza still far away: IDF Chief IDF Chief Herzi HaLevi says that the complete eradication of the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip is not yet on the horizon. February 14, 2024
New IDF draft bill draws criticism from politicians for its lack of Orthodox recruitment The bill calls for an extension of mandatory service from 32 months to three years, as well as increasing reservist age. February 14, 2024
France joins US and UK in anti-settler sanctions Israeli FM Israel Katz: 'It is forbidden under any circumstances to compare and put the settlers in the same category Hamas.' February 13, 2024
Israeli Prime Minister’s desk found in Gaza IDF soldiers operating in Khan Yunis find desk which apparently belonged to the prime minister who liberated the Gaza Strip in 1967. February 13, 2024
Herzog will keep Shabbat during visit to Germany While in Germany, Herzog will attend the Munich security conference and meet with leaders of the Jewish community. February 13, 2024
New presidential medal to honor civilian heroes of October 7 The award, to be presented in an official state ceremony, will also be bestowed on those who lost their lives trying to save others. February 13, 2024
Lawyers for Oct. 7th victims demand designation of UNRWA as terror group 'They have also become the central headquarters of a terrorist organization, some of whose workers murdered innocent Jews with their own hands.' February 13, 2024
Biden praises Israel’s rescue of hostages, but continues pushing for ceasefire President Joe Biden stressed that Washington’s priority was to establish an immediate ceasefire for at least six weeks. February 13, 2024
France floats Israel-Hezbollah truce talks to prevent larger war Hezbollah preemptively rejects plan aimed at lowering tensions, which requires the terror group to move its forces ten kilometers north of the border with Israel. February 13, 2024
Israel bans UN official who blamed Israel for the Oct. 7th attack Her latest comments stated that the Oct. 7th massacre was in response to Israeli oppression, not because they were Jews. February 12, 2024
Two elite force soldiers killed in Gaza Master Sgts. Adi Eldor and Alon Kleinman of the Maglan unit were hit with an anti-tank missile during a battle in Khan Younis. February 12, 2024
Abbas wants ‘softcore’ Hamas members to be included in Gaza’s post-war government Abbas believes that with Qatari mediation, Hamas will join the Palestine Liberation Organization. February 12, 2024
Judea and Samaria add 15,000 Jews in the last year The 500,000-plus Jews living in Judea and Samaria account for an estimated 3.3% of the Jews in the world. February 12, 2024
US optimistic on hostage deal, says progress is being made Biden administration officials say 'gaps remain' but that agreement to free Israeli captives is closer than ever. February 12, 2024
