Arab teen arrested for shocking mezuzah vandalism 'This is a serious attack against religious sensibilities and holy objects in Israel,' says attorney. September 14, 2023
Palestinian politicians lash out at academics who denounced Abbas’ antisemitic Holocaust tirade Palestinian Authority leaders blast Arab scholars who condemned Mahmoud Abbas' antisemitic claims regarding Ashkenazi Jews and the Holocaust. September 13, 2023
Israel’s Jewish majority continues to shrink as total population nears 10 million Population of Israel projected to more than double by 2065 to over 20 million. September 13, 2023
‘Completely contrary to democracy’ – Lawmakers, activists protest Supreme Court hearing on Basic Law Justice Minister says court striking down Basic Law would be 'fatal injury' to democracy. September 13, 2023
Right-wing ministers on verge of bolting government following reports of PA arms transfer Right-wing ministers are reportedly rethinking their presence in Netanyahu's government following reports of Israeli approval for US arms transfer to the Palestinian Authority. September 13, 2023
WATCH: For the first time in 2,000 years, ancient Jerusalem site opened to the public Ancient steps leading to the Pool of Siloam in Jerusalem unveiled to the public. September 13, 2023
Israeli artists, academics urge Biden and UN to boycott Netanyahu 3,500 Israeli artists and academics sign petition calling on Joe Biden and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to shun Netanyahu during his visit to the US. September 13, 2023
Israel trying to head off new wave of terror during holidays In bid to ease tensions ahead of High Holidays, Netanyahu nixes National Security Minister's plan to remove security prisoners’ privileges. September 13, 2023
Echoing Justice Minister, Supreme Court President says ‘mortal blow’ to democracy needed to strike Basic Law 'We can’t strike down Basic Laws every other day. There needs to be a mortal blow to the basic tenets of the state as a democratic state.' September 12, 2023
Amid tensions, Netanyahu and Zelensky to meet on sidelines of the UN According to Ukraine’s Ambassador to Israel Yevgen Korniychuk, the meeting comes amid surging tensions over several issues between the two countries. September 12, 2023
Biden administration transfers armored vehicles to Palestinian Authority The hope is that the PA will use them against terrorist forces that threaten its control as well as Israelis’ safety. September 12, 2023
IDF honors US immigrant from Chabad community as top combat soldier Staff-Sgt. Yossi Bluming made aliyah from Maryland three years ago. September 12, 2023
US, EU slam plan for Jewish housing in eastern Jerusalem The Jerusalem District Planning Committee approved the next planning stage for 400 new homes in Abu Dis on Monday. September 12, 2023
Thousands protest judicial overhaul ahead of precedent-setting Supreme Court hearing Supreme Court holds crucial hearing on judicial reform plan, with thousands of anti-government demonstrators rallying in favor of overturning amendment to country's Basic Law. September 12, 2023
Unprecedented: Israeli reporters threaten to boycott Netanyahu’s US trip Israelis diplomatic press corps threatens not to cover Prime Minister's visit to the US, after schedule changes leave them without return flight with the premier. September 11, 2023
Israeli archaeologists uncover ‘magical’ artifacts in Eilat mountains Relics used in magical rituals discovered on pilgrimage road in southern Israel. September 11, 2023
American-Israeli rabbi who claimed Bennett isn’t Jewish to pay thousands in compensation Right-wing protesters waited for the former Prime Minister at the entrance to the trial. 'You hoodwinked an entire sector of the country,' they chanted. September 11, 2023
6 arrested at chaotic protest outside Justice Minister’s home Yariv Levin extracted from his home, whisked away in waiting police vehicle as protesters clash with cops. September 11, 2023
Iranian bots spread viral pic of IDF general dressed as Hitler – Shin Bet Shin Bet warns that Iran is running social media campaigns to 'divide Israeli society and destabilize it.' September 11, 2023
First-ever official Israeli delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia The development comes amid a U.S.-led effort to persuade Riyadh to join the Abraham Accords. September 10, 2023
‘Words of ignorance’: Netanyahu blasted for saying ‘God hasn’t always protected us’ Ultra-Orthodox MK criticized the prime minister for his 'words of ignorance' while warning Jews not to visit Ukraine for Rosh Hashana. September 10, 2023
Mossad chief: Israel fears Russia will send Iran arms ‘that will threaten our existence’ 'Any harm to either an Israeli or a Jew, in any form, will result in a response far inside Iran, reaching even the core of Tehran,' David Barnea warned. September 10, 2023
WATCH: Is it too late for a compromise over judicial reform? Should the democratically-elected government overrule the high court? September 10, 2023
Netanyahu government pushes self-deportation plan for illegal African migrants After Eritrean riot in Tel Aviv, Israel to spend millions to encourage infiltrators to leave the country voluntarily. September 10, 2023
Arab-Israelis clash with IDF forces in border town 'Let the IDF prevail!' National Security Minister defends IDF soldiers who entered Arab-Israeli town near the Green Line, in pursuit of Palestinian infiltrators. September 10, 2023
Left-wing activist calls Israeli right ‘Jewish Nazis’ Shikma Bressler says left-wing parties must refuse to negotiate with 'Nazis,' in reference to right-wing parties, regarding potential judicial reform compromise. September 10, 2023
Rampant crime in Arab sector fueling mass migration of Arab-Israelis into Jewish towns 'The Arab elite is flee en masse,' says Arab-Israeli official, warning that violent crime in Arab communities is driving mass-migration into Jewish cities. September 10, 2023
Sara Netanyahu hospitalized The prime minister’s wife was released after an overnight stay Thursday and treatment with fluids. September 10, 2023
‘I accidentally hit the gas’ – Driver who ran over anti-judicial reform protesters arrested Driver arrested after hitting demonstrators illegally blocking Ayalon Highway; police say they believe he did not strike the protesters deliberately. September 10, 2023
WATCH: The Dead Sea is dying 'The Dead Sea is receding one centimeter every three days,' warns Dead Sea Revival Project, highlighting threats to natural wonder. September 9, 2023
‘Don’t trample our vote’: Reform supporters rally in Jerusalem Protesters slam the Supreme Court's intervention in judicial reform legislation. September 7, 2023
Ukraine ‘speechless’ over Israel’s movie deal with ‘ruthless’ Russia At a time when Russia escalates its attacks in Ukraine every day, taking the lives of innocent people, Israel is collaborating with this ruthless country. September 7, 2023
Netanyahu backs Knesset Speaker’s warning to the Supreme Court Prime Minister shares Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana's speech warning that the government will not accept Supreme Court ruling overturning Basic Law amendment. September 7, 2023
Hundreds of thousands expected at pro-judicial reform rally outside Supreme Court Thursday's Jerusalem demonstration is meant to tell the judges that they have no legal right to overturn the will of the people as represented by the Knesset. September 7, 2023
IDF moves forward with legalization of 3 Israeli towns in Judea Israeli military establishes borders for three outpost communities in Judea, part of larger plan to normalize unrecognized towns. September 7, 2023
‘Eritrean teens attacked my family’ – Tel Aviv dep. mayor 'I continue to operate with a strong hand against those who violate the law, who endanger the residents in the south of the city,' said Deputy Mayor Chaim Goren. September 7, 2023
Right-wing Israeli minister calls to end the draft 'We have to release anyone who does not want to serve and transform the military into a professional one,' said Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu. September 7, 2023
Hackers break into Israeli hospital’s server, stealing patients’ personal information The hackers broke into Mayanei Hayeshua's computers last month and uploaded 402GB of sensitive patient information to the dark web today. September 7, 2023
Ultra-Orthodox minister threatens to topple gov’t if draft law not passed 'Without a draft law, there is no government,' says United Torah Judaism minister. September 7, 2023
‘Have we gone mad’? Israel signs movie deal with Russia, prompting outrage The agreement, which was 15 years in the making, will see the two countries co-producing films. September 6, 2023
WATCH: ‘Forfeit a game on Shabbat, you’ll win’: Israeli flag football team takes gold despite the odds Despite forfeiting a game due to Shabbat scheduling, U17 National Team takes 1st place in Europe. September 6, 2023
Eritrea blames Mossad for migrant riots in Tel Aviv Eritrea denies root cause of violence was clash between pro-government supporters and opponents of the regime; rather, the Mossad planned and executed the unrest, says the country's Information Ministry. September 6, 2023
Israel’s Defense Minister talks down suicidal man from ledge Man dangling from apartment building balcony demands to speak with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant; shortly after phone call, he agrees to return to safety and seek mental help. September 6, 2023
Hundreds gather for funeral of IDF lone-soldier terror victim Sgt. Maksym Molchanov made aliyah from Ukraine in 2017. September 6, 2023
UN warns Israel: Don’t deport illegal migrant rioters The UN's High Commissioner for Refugees warned that 'any decision impacting Eritrean asylum-seekers would contravene international law.' September 5, 2023
‘Pushing hatred and panic’ – Protesters, cops clash at Likud conference In a statement, the police said that protesters had 'violently attacked' officers, refused to obey commands to disperse, and caused significant damage to the hotel. September 5, 2023
Opposition and Coalition leaders reject reported judicial reform compromise The prime minister reportedly wants to have some kind of agreement with the Opposition before meeting President Biden later this month. September 5, 2023
Defense Minister accuses fellow minister’s driver of ‘violent behavior,’ striking security guard A video of the event appears to show Defense Minister Gallant's guard arguing with an individual at the entrance to a military complex. September 5, 2023
As Palestinian Authority’s electric bill continues to swell, Israel begins withholding tax transfers Palestinian Authority already owes Israel’s electric company a whopping NIS2 billion. September 5, 2023
After Eritrean riots, Israeli government proposes sweeping illegal immigration law New bill proposes blanket ban on granting refugee status to people who enter Israel illegally, overstay their visas. September 5, 2023
US Holocaust Museum, scholars slam ‘political’ motives to replace Yad Vashem head Israeli government faces backlash over reported plans to replace chairman of the Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial museum. September 4, 2023
Report: Opposition resumes judicial reform negotiations with Coalition Netanyahu reportedly has agreed to freeze judicial overhaul legislation for 18 months and to soften the already-passed 'Deri Law'. September 4, 2023
Arab sector to strike over spike in murders 'Red lines have been crossed,' says mayor of Arab town that say slayings of imam, teenager over the weekend. September 4, 2023
Israeli forces demolish illegal structures at Mitzpe Yitzhar Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, vows to rebuild the structures, one of which was built in honor of terror victim Rina Shnerb. September 4, 2023
Israeli security dog helps nab Palestinian terrorists without help from humans Set loose by her human partner, Nala took down three men by herself after they snuck into the village of Tzur Yitzhak. September 4, 2023
Rewarding terror? Israel considers more work permits for Palestinians Despite numerous attacks committed by terrorists with employment permits, security establishment weighs bringing in another 10,000 young Palestinian men to work in Israel. September 4, 2023
Teenager arrested for waving Israeli flag sues police 17-year-old yeshiva student was allegedly handcuffed by his hands and feet for courtroom appearance, like a terrorist or suspect in violent crime, after being arrested for waving an Israeli flag in area frequented by Arabs. September 4, 2023
Israeli A-G to Supreme Court: Strike down the ‘reasonableness’ law The court has never canceled a Basic Law. September 3, 2023
WATCH: Exploring ancient Jewish towns in the Judean lowlands Homes found in the Caves of Maresha just outside of Beit Shemesh reveal what life was like in a Jewish town in the Land of Israel 2,200 years ago. September 3, 2023
Eritrean riot – Policeman undergoes surgery after being bashed in skull 170 people were injured in the violence when pro- and anti-regime protestors clashed in Tel Aviv Saturday. September 3, 2023
