‘Anti-reform protesters have taken the IDF hostage,’ warns former commander The IDF is in the middle of a by-the-book psychological operation designed to overthrow the government, but doesn't seem to realize it, says Brig. Gen. (res.) Ari Singer. August 20, 2023
Judicial reform or lust for power? Protests all about toppling gov’t, Lapid admits It appears that Dershowitz was correct in his assessment earlier this year. August 20, 2023
‘Miracle’: Israeli doctors save lives of pregnant woman, fetus on first anniversary 'Only when I saw him this week for the first time in the preterm and held him close to me, I didn’t stop crying with happiness for the miracle that happened to both of us,' the mother said. August 20, 2023
‘Vulgar protest’ – Knesset speaker harassed by left-winger on Thai beach in front of 8-year-old twin sons 'It's legal but it stinks:' Journalists slam woman's decision to scream at the lawmaker while on vacation with his family. August 20, 2023
EU protests demolishment of Palestinian school it illegally funded The Bedouin community had no permission to build the school on Israel’s state land in Area C. August 20, 2023
IDF shoots masked settler during unrest following deadly terror attack An Israeli citizen in his 20s was hospitalized in moderate condition after he allegedly threw a stone at IDF soldiers and was shot by troops. August 20, 2023
In first, precious stones unearthed in Israel, fulfilling biblical prophecy A family-owned mining company discovered the gems after hearing the Lubavitcher rebbe suggest that gems were buried in Haifa. August 20, 2023
Police deny branding Palestinian drug suspect with Star of David under eye Police suggest the facial markings on the detainee might have been caused by an officer's boot. August 20, 2023
Hungary to produce combat drones in cooperation with Israel and Germany, prime minister says If I heard about a country that produces and develops military technology together with Germans and Israelis, I would think twice about messing with them, and that’s good news for every Hungarian,' Orban said. August 19, 2023
Medical data as blackmail fodder: Hackers threaten patients after massive cyber attack on Israeli hospital One of the targets of the blackmail, Health Minister Moshe Arbel, publicly revealed a recent medical procedure after he was approached by the hackers. August 19, 2023
Top US general to visit Israel this week, concerned how ‘weakened’ IDF impacts US forces Israeli officials have described the visit as part of the general’s farewell tour before he retires later this year. August 19, 2023
‘Sickening’: Anti-judicial reform activists harass Orthodox Jews on bus Opponents of judicial overhaul take aim at Ultra-Orthodox Jewish bus passengers to protest alleged gender discrimination. August 18, 2023
Tel Aviv Light Rail opens to the public Friday Much-anticipated Red Line's 34 stations run from Bat Yam through Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan and Petach Tikva. August 18, 2023
Senior Israel Navy reservist suspended for refusing to serve, protesting judicial reform A second naval reservist's status will be reviewed in the coming days. August 17, 2023
Discrimination or hoax? Questions emerge around harassment claim against Orthodox passengers Journalist claims she was harassed by Orthodox Jews for refusing to change seats; Others involved in the incident tell a very different story. August 17, 2023
Uruguay to open diplomatic office in Jerusalem Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen was in the region for this week’s inauguration of the Paraguayan President Santiago Pena. August 17, 2023
WATCH: Popular Israeli musician Idan Raichel honors terror victim on stage Raichel asked El-Roi to stand up and try to dance. El-Roi accepted his request in a scene that moved the audience. August 17, 2023
Over 200 new immigrants from US, Canada arrive in Israel The families and young Olim that are coming to Israel are a live example of unconditional love. August 16, 2023
Mezuzah scroll in Israeli hospital replaced with antisemitic note 'It’s unacceptable that something like this happens in the Jewish state,' said the city's chief rabbi. August 16, 2023
Netanyahu, Gallant ‘fully back’ the IDF, ‘reject any attack’ on top security officials Nevertheless, some Likud members remain outspoken in their scathing criticism of IDF chief Halevi and other top officials in the security establishment. August 16, 2023
Israeli energy minister in Abu Dhabi to advance water-for-electricity plan A four-way agreement is in the works between the UAE, Israel, Jordan and the U.S. to send Israeli-desalinated water to Jordan in exchange for solar energy. August 16, 2023
Israel, Vietnam to launch direct flights in follow-up to free trade deal The agreement also allows Israelis to enter the country with an electronic visa. August 16, 2023
WATCH: Palestinian-American enters Israel under new policy, declares support for terrorists Mazen Khalil was one of the first Palestinian-Americans to enter Israel directly through Ben-Gurion International Airport, according to Israel's new policy that was created in an effort to join the U.S. visa waiver program. August 16, 2023
Netanyahu, Levin reportedly seeking to halt judicial reform Earlier, Netanyahu's ultra-Orthodox partners demanded the reform be halted to allow for the passing of a conscription law. August 15, 2023
Smotrich calls for end to incitement after mock grave stunt Left-wing activists on Monday placed mock graves outside the Religious Zionism Party offices in Jerusalem. August 15, 2023
Palestinians detained over Burqa clash, Israeli shooter given house arrest Two Israelis who claimed they acted in self-defense in a brawl that claimed the life of a Palestinian were arrested. August 15, 2023
‘I’m very proud to serve,’ says Israel’s first ultra-Orthodox female Border Police fighter 'I’m very proud to serve in the Border Police, and I recommend that other ultra-Orthodox women enlist,' Sgt. Maj. Avishag Shiran Malka said. August 15, 2023
Bogus threats: Warnings about IDF readiness made to ‘overthrow gov’t’ – Netanyahu associate Source close to Netanyahu says IDF operational readiness not impacted by refusals, warnings from security officials are meant to weaken Netanyahu politically. August 15, 2023
5,500-year-old gate discovered in Israel offers glimpse into ancient urbanization The discovery provides valuable insights into the development of urban centers and their strategic defense in ancient times. August 15, 2023
‘Destroy the liar’s relaxation’: Hundreds of protesters advance on Netanyahu’s vacation spot It marked the second time this month protesters set out to ruin the prime minister's vacation. August 15, 2023
Opposition MK rejects Lapid’s statement, would consider unity gov’t with Netanyahu Yesh Atid’s Elazar Stern publicly rejected his party’s line that it could never sit together with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. August 15, 2023
Emergency surgery saves Israeli baby who swallowed a safety pin 'The sharp point of the pin could easily puncture the esophagus, leading to severe complications, including acid leakage into the chest, which is life-threatening.' August 14, 2023
Fitch reaffirms Israel’s A+ rating with ‘stable’ outlook, says judicial reforms unlikely to change anything 'We not only have a strong economy, but a strong military as well. Our enemies should make no mistake – we will see to it that our military remains very strong,' Netanyahu stated. August 14, 2023
Israeli soldier dies during training exercise, extreme heat likely cause Corporal Hillel Nehemiah Ofen, 20, served in the Combat Engineering Corps’s Yahalom special operations unit. August 14, 2023
‘Racist’ government not doing enough to rescue brethren, say Ethiopian-Israeli protesters Hundreds block intersection in Jerusalem, chanting 'racism, discrimination' and asking why Ukrainian Jews were helped to escape their war and Ethiopians are not. August 14, 2023
Security group to IDF: Take tougher stand against refusal to serve The Israel Defense and Security Forum, a group comprising thousands of former security officers, has pulled together former chiefs-of-staff from both sides of the political spectrum to condemn refusals. August 14, 2023
IDF destroys Jewish homes in Judea and Samaria, Smotrich silent Spokesman for bulldozed outpost calls on Religious Zionism chair to intervene, says demolition is an act of retaliation for recent clash between settlers and Palestinians that turned deadly. August 14, 2023
Hamas kidnapping, terror plot thwarted; 9 arrested Hamas operatives in village near Jerusalem planned to kidnap IDF soldier, carry out shooting attacks against Israeli civilians. August 14, 2023
‘Free the hero’ – 2 arrested at right-wing protest for detained settler Hundreds call for release of Jewish man seriously wounded in clashes with Palestinians who said he shot aggressor in self-defense. August 14, 2023
Corneas of Israeli terror victim transplanted to two people The corneas were transplanted into an 81-year-old woman and a 75-year-old man. August 14, 2023
Druze firefighter dies saving life of Palestinian Arab in northern Israel Another firefighter remains in critical condition. August 13, 2023
Orthodox Jew, critical of Netanyahu and Trump, may be new US ambassador to Israel An Orthodox Jew, ex-Obama chief of staff has expressed harsh criticism of both Netanyahu and Trump's pro-Israel moves. August 13, 2023
‘Sizzling Schnitzel’: Shocking new video warns parents not to leave their kids in car President and founder of United Hatzalah, Eli Beer, demonstrates the frightening reality of how hot cars can become by cooking schnitzel in a parked vehicle. August 13, 2023
Netanyahu cancels vacation, summons IDF chief for ‘urgent’ meeting The heads of Israel's security organizations deny report that they planned to bypass the government and go public with judicial reform concerns. August 13, 2023
‘Like Nazi Germany’ – Ex-IDF commander claims ‘absolute apartheid’ in Judea and Samaria 'Anyone who compares us to Germany or the Nazi regime needs to be examined,' said Likud MK Danon, former Israeli ambassador to the UN. August 13, 2023
Netanyahu invited to meet Biden at White House to avoid downgrading relations Senior American officials said the two leaders will meet during the annual opening of the UN General Assembly in September. August 13, 2023
‘Work accident’? Jordanian who stabbed Jewish co-worker yelled ‘Allahu Akbar’ Witnesses say the assailant yelled 'Allahu Akhbar' as he stabbed his Jewish coworker in a Petah Tikva car repair shop. August 13, 2023
‘Great injustice’: Rabbi calls to reexamine conviction of ‘Jewish terrorist’ During a recent appeal, the Supreme Court acknowledged that Ben Uliel’s confession was obtained under torture but ruled that it was admissible evidence in his case nonetheless. August 13, 2023
‘Alarming’: IDF training course compares Religious Zionism to Hamas Slide presented to senior IDF officers in a commanders' course charges that terror group Hamas and the Religious Zionism movement have much in common. August 13, 2023
WATCH: Marvel’s Avengers assemble in Tel Aviv for the first time Tel Aviv’s Dizengoff Center and Marvel Studios have teamed up to bring this free exhibition to Tel Aviv to mark the 60th anniversary of Marvel Studios’ “'Avengers.' August 13, 2023
Israel’s conservative Channel 14 accuses business moguls of conspiring to cancel it The channel, unique among Israeli TV stations for its conservative viewpoint, asked the Israel Competition Authority to investigate. August 13, 2023
Zionist organization strengthens Israeli teens’ bonds with the land HaShomer HaChadash, founded to safeguard agriculture and uphold Zionist values, aims to strengthen the connection to land even during summer heat. August 12, 2023
Terrorists infiltrated Israel through gaps in security fence – Why can’t it be fixed? Huge gaps in security barrier allow Palestinians to cross illegally into Israel. August 12, 2023
Iranian Jewish man arrested at Israeli airport on suspicion of spying for Tehran Israeli authorities say Iranian Jewish man confessed to planning to gather information in Israel on Iran's behalf. August 11, 2023
WATCH: Air travelers flying with Yair Lapid sing ‘Bibi, King of Israel!’ Passengers flying back to Israel from Italy on the same flight as Opposition Leader Yair Lapid spontaneously begin singing 'Bibi, King of Israel.' August 11, 2023
More than 50% of Israeli citizens view Netanyahu in a negative light A Pew Research Center survey conducted in March and April showed widely-varied opinions of the Israeli prime minister. August 10, 2023
Israel rescues 200 of its citizens from from battle zone in Ethiopia Israel 'looks after its citizens wherever they are.' August 10, 2023
Ben-Gvir calls to remove Arab MK’s immunity after terror-inciting speech Ahmad Tibi should be investigated for sedition and incitement after praising Jenin terrorists at a graduation ceremony in the city, Itamar Ben-Gvir tells attorney-general. August 10, 2023
‘REPULSIVE’: Left-wing Israelis destroy hotel’s reputation because Netanyahu stayed there 'Tell me more about how they’re fighting for democracy while destroying a small business by making up vicious horrible lies about it.' August 10, 2023
‘Take action’ to stop the overhaul- Protesters confront President Herzog It's unknown what actions could theoretically be taken by Herzog to force a halt to the reform, and such moves would likely be illegal. August 10, 2023
