Israeli government approves 2024 budget with funding for Gaza war The Finance Ministry predicts that the deficit will be 6.6% of the GDP for 2024. By Vered Weiss, World Israel News The Israeli government approved the 2024 budget of 582 billion shekels on Monday with a t... January 16, 2024
IDF reservists reunited as wives give birth in same maternity ward room The two men fought for a month and a half in Khan Younis. January 15, 2024
Israeli ambassador meets with Gaza reconstruction coordinator A U.N. spokesman said the meeting was 'friendly' and expressed hopes that 'the cooperation will be good.' January 14, 2024
Relatives of captives gather on Gaza border to shout to hostages Unable to contact them in captivity, relatives of Israeli hostages in Gaza gather at the border to shout their support. January 12, 2024
South Africa ‘representing’ Hamas ‘monsters’ says Netanyahu Netanyahu concluded by saying Israel would 'continue to fight the terrorists and continue to refute the lies.' January 12, 2024
‘Hamas is stealing everything from us,’ Gazans lament Civilians in Gaza share stories of life under Hamas, which maintains firm control over local population. January 12, 2024
ISIS terrorists planning Jerusalem attacks arrested The two men from eastern Jerusalem were detained in December while plotting bomb attacks on Israeli security forces. January 11, 2024
South Africa begins ICJ ‘genocide’ case against Israel The ICJ cannot enforce judgments, but a ruling against Israel could add international pressure to halt the war. January 11, 2024
Israel extends residency permits for Ukrainian refugees until end of 2024 More than 15,000 Ukrainians have immigrated to Israel since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine in Feb. 2022. January 11, 2024
Far-left Israeli lawmaker faces expulsion from Knesset for backing genocide charges against Israel 85 Knesset Members call for expulsion of far-left lawmaker who backed South Africa's petition to International Court of Justice against Israel. January 10, 2024
‘Not one shekel will be sent to Palestinian Authority,’ vows Israeli Finance Minister The declaration came in response to the U.S. Secretary of State’s insistence that the Palestinians receive all its tax revenue, although part is used to support terrorists. January 10, 2024
Mass prayers held at Western Wall for Israeli hostages Many relatives of hostages, rabbis, and wounded soldiers will express their hope for their return. January 10, 2024
‘I’m not afraid of faith’ – Secular Israeli actor talks Tefillin and Talmud 'Ben-Gvir and Smotrich are like brothers to me. Everyone is.' January 9, 2024
Islamic Jihad releases video of Israeli captive 'I was close to dying more than once, it’s a miracle I’m still alive.' January 9, 2024
PTSD on the rise, 23% of Israelis suffer from it That's 3 times what Americans recorded post-9/11. January 9, 2024
Oct. 7-style invasion could happen in Judea & Samaria, warns report Report warns that illegal Palestinian construction encroaching on Jewish communities could be used as springboard for October 7-style invasion. January 8, 2024
Israeli lawmaker blasted for joining genocide lawsuit against Israel MK Ofer Cassif called the fight against Hamas immoral and a 'war of revenge.' January 8, 2024
Former Supreme Court president Aharon Barak chosen by Israel for ICJ panel Barak is defending Israel in its genocide case, which South Africa filed. January 8, 2024
Despair grips Israeli hostage families amidst shifting global focus 'A lot of us feel like the world kind of stopped on October 7th.' January 8, 2024
IDF reservists discover 1,900-year-old relic near Gaza border Mortars and pestles were usually used for grinding and grinding dry products such as grains and lentils. January 7, 2024
Israeli ministers clash with senior army officials over Oct. 7th probe Ministers slam IDF's decision to launch its own investigation without lawmakers' oversight, criticize inclusion of former defense minister linked to Gaza Disengagement. January 5, 2024
Pledge of loyalty for Israeli diplomats approved by Knesset The pledge cements allegiance to the State of Israel as a Jewish and democratic state. January 4, 2024
Gaza Disengagement was a mistake, Israeli Opposition Leader admits 'There is no debate' that the unilateral withdrawal from Gaza was a mistake, says Yair Lapid, while arguing that the Palestinian Authority should have 'a role' in post-war Gaza. January 2, 2024
Local Israeli elections postponed due to reservists in war The elections were supposed to be held on Oct. 31 but were postponed due to the war. January 2, 2024
Israel Katz becomes Israel’s new foreign minister He will replace Eli Cohen who will take over as energy and infrastructure minister. January 2, 2024
A First: Israeli High Court strikes down amendment to Basic Law In addition, 12 out of 15 judges ruled in favor of the right of the High Court to conduct a review of Basic Laws. January 1, 2024
Israel’s population hits 9.84 million as Jewish majority continues to shrink After a post-COVID boom, Israel's population growth fell in 2023 to 1.9%. January 1, 2024
Israeli lawmakers ask White House for proof backing its ‘blood libel’ against settlers Recent false US accusations of a rise of Jewish violence against Arabs in Judea and Samaria are a tactic to 'pave the way' for a Palestinian state, says one, Ariel Kallner. January 1, 2024
Clean bill of health for Netanyahu after annual check-up 'The prime minister maintains a healthy lifestyle and a proper diet.' January 1, 2024
President Herzog calls for international pressure on Hamas to release Israeli captives The plea was written in 10 languages begging for the release of the 133 hostages. January 1, 2024
Israeli finance minister calls for voluntary transfer of Gazans, resettling Israelis Smotrich decried a situation in which Gaza will be a 'hothouse of 2 million people who want destroy the State of Israel.' December 31, 2023
Netanyahu won’t resign after war with Hamas Israeli prime minister says 8,000 Hamas terrorists killed, but current war will take 'many more months.' December 31, 2023
Ben and Jerry’s Israeli franchise to expand after parent company caves to BDS demands CEO Avi Zinger says expanding to other products like ice cream bars, and building a tourist center, is part of the plan. By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News Ben & Jerry's Israeli franchise is going ... December 31, 2023
Report: Israel to dismantle UNRWA following Gaza war completion Israel and its allies have long believed UNRWA is promoting antisemitism and terrorism. December 31, 2023
Israeli soldier suffering from PTSD wounds fellow soldiers in accidental shooting IDF soldier apparently suffering from PTSD after serving in Gaza opens fire after nightmare, wounding fellow soldiers. December 31, 2023
First conscientious objector to war with Hamas is jailed Tal Mitnick, 18, refused to serve in 'a war of revenge' for an 'occupation army' and was given a 30-day sentence. December 28, 2023
‘Netanyahu wouldn’t dare criticize Putin’ says Russian minister Vladimir Putin hosted Hamas terrorists and refused to condemn the terror organization for the October 7th massacre. December 28, 2023
In the midst of Gaza war, IDF demolishes Jewish farm in Samaria Activists accuse army of discriminating against Jews and ignoring illegal Arab construction, after eviction of farmers northeast of Jerusalem. December 27, 2023
Dutch minister accused of financing terror groups selected for reconstructing Gaza She contributed some 11.7 million euros to the UAWC which is closely connected to the PLO. December 27, 2023
Druze restaurant goes kosher to feed Israeli soldiers The owner of Noor in the village of Julis wanted everyone to be able to eat her donated meals. December 26, 2023
Deadly Gaza fungus kills IDF soldier There are around 10 other soldiers who have been infected with the deadly strain in Gaza. December 26, 2023
1,500-year-old lamp found near Gaza border Archaeologists identified it as a 'sandal candle' from the Byzantine period. December 26, 2023
Wild dogs from Gaza swarm across abandoned Israeli border towns Stray dogs from the Gaza Strip roam Gaza border-area communities after residents evacuated during ongoing war. December 25, 2023
Life continues for Israeli evacuees at the Leonardo Hotel Many of the communities’ homes were damaged or destroyed in the war. December 25, 2023
Israeli cargo ships banned from docking at Malaysian ports A Muslim country, Malaysia has no diplomatic relations or trading links with Israel. December 23, 2023
Suicide rate in Israel up following Hamas atrocities Professionals begged the Knesset Health Committee for more money to open additional treatment centers and provide continuum of care to help Hamas’ victims. December 19, 2023
Israeli hostage deal reportedly denied by Hamas Israel’s offer included the release of prominent Hamas prisoners. December 19, 2023
French FM calls for ‘universal’ condemnation of Hamas atrocities The Minister firmly cemented Frances's support for Israel, while imploring not to escalate fighting in the north. December 18, 2023
Likud minister hints at possible rebuilding of Jewish towns in Gaza Diaspora Affairs and Social Equality Minister Amichai Chikli told Ynet that 'there is logic' to resettling Jews 'in certain places.' December 17, 2023
Can I leave the room? Freed child hostages still fearful to do basic actions Most of the children lost between 10% to 15% of their body weight. December 16, 2023
Israel puts six-figure bounties on Hamas leaders heads The leaflets contain a telephone number, Telegram contact information, and a promise of confidentiality. December 15, 2023
‘They’re so cruel’: How Oct. 7 destroyed an Israeli peace activist’s faith in the Palestinians 'I cannot say this was a Hamas action. No, for me, this was a Palestinian action.' December 15, 2023
‘Hamas used fuel to burn Jews alive, now the world tells us to let more fuel into Gaza’ Israeli government spokesman says knowing about the atrocities still did not prepare him to see the scenes of Oct. 7th massacres. December 14, 2023
WATCH: An exclusive look at Israel’s ‘Trophy’ defense system The Rafael Trophy System is a defense system designed to defend armored vehicles from various threats, particularly anti-tank-guided missiles and rocket-propelled grenades. December 12, 2023
‘Israel will not repeat the mistake of the Oslo Accords,’ says Netanyahu on post-war Gaza US and Israel 'disagree' on future of Gaza Strip, says Netanyahu, emphasizing that Israel will not allow either Hamas or the PLO to rule the coastal enclave. December 12, 2023
‘We didn’t know if they would kill us the next morning or keep us alive,’ says former hostage Sharon Alony-Cunio was held for 52 days by Hamas along with her three-year-old twins; her husband is still a captive. December 12, 2023
Netanyahu debates annexation, resettlement of Gaza with coalition lawmakers Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vision is for Israel to retain full military control while the Gulf countries pay for the Gaza Strip's reconstruction. December 12, 2023
Israel to rebuild Gaza frontier towns destroyed in Hamas invasion The plan is designed to renew and develop the region with significant demographic growth. December 11, 2023
Israeli ministers vote against allowing Palestinian workers into Israel 'The days that Israel will rely on the labor of Palestinian workers are over,' Minister of Economy and Industry Nir Barkat said. December 11, 2023
US vetoes UN Security Council ceasefire resolution Thirteen members of the 15-strong UNSC voted in favor of the resolution while Britain abstained. December 10, 2023
