Bankrupt PA rejects Israeli support, no end to pay-for-slay Preferring to make cash payments to terrorists and their families, PA refuses Israeli offer to rescue entity from the brink of collapse. July 12, 2023
Terror target in Azerbaijan was Israeli embassy Local security services have arrested an Afghani on suspicion of planning the attack. July 12, 2023
WATCH: Applications for gun licenses in Israel nearly double in past year Amid the spike in Palestinian terrorism, applications for gun licenses have nearly doubled in the past year after civilians managed to prevent or end a number of attacks. July 12, 2023
‘Day of Resistance’: How many protesters actually showed up? Media reports thousands - not hundreds of thousands and not even tens of thousands - at protest events across the country. July 11, 2023
INSANITY: Massive protests in Israel turn violent, baby on blanket left on highway to block traffic Mounted police used water cannons and other means to disperse protesters. At one location, a man was trampled on by a horse. July 11, 2023
Arab-Israeli actor from ‘Fauda’ dropped from state sponsored event over pro-terrorist comments National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir boots Hisham Suliman from anti-drug conference for Arab towns over 2015 comments endorsing attacks on IDF soldiers. By World Israel News Staff Israel’s National ... July 11, 2023
Child in life-threatening situation stuck in standstill: EMTs plead with protesters not to block ambulances Ten-year-old boy with severe allergic reacton stuck en route to hospital as anti-judicial reform protests cause major delays across the country. July 11, 2023
‘Coordination, stoking the fire’ – Biden in cahoots with left-wing lawmakers, says minister Coalition lawmaker says the Biden administration is coordinating with Lapid, Barak to rile up demonstrators against judicial overhaul. July 11, 2023
‘Day of Resistance’: Tel Aviv-Jerusalem highways blocked, massive protest at Ben-Gurion airport Police utilize water cannons to disperse protests blocking major intersections, extinguish fires lit by demonstrators. One participant calls morning disruptions 'just a preview' of what's to come. July 11, 2023
US trying to save Israel from ‘going off the rails’ – outgoing ambassador Outgoing U.S. Ambassador says Washington concerned by speed of judicial reform, claims most Israelis welcome American interference regarding overhaul and domestic policy. July 11, 2023
Knesset passes bill to restrict Supreme Court powers The legislation would bar 'reasonableness' as a legal justification for judges to reverse decisions made by the Cabinet, ministers and other elected officials. July 11, 2023
‘Gang of lawbreakers’: Anti-reform protesters dragged out of Knesset after blocking MKs from key vote Protesters formed a human blockade preventing MKs from entering the plenum to vote on the contentious 'reasonableness' bill. July 10, 2023
Israeli ministers to Biden: The land of Israel is ours, two state solution is suicide Smotrich and Ben-Gvir's remarks came in response to Biden's characterization of the ruling Israeli government as the 'most extreme ever.' July 10, 2023
Taxi drivers bemoan loss of livelihood as protest leaders try enticing them to join anti-gov’t disruption The drivers are angry that the constant anti-government demonstrations, especially in the greater Tel Aviv area, have cut their income by an estimated 40%. July 10, 2023
Elite IDF reservists’ widespread refusal to serve is fake news – probe Reports that hundreds of elite combat and cyber specialists threatened not to report for duty if judicial reform legislation passes are not true, say investigative reports. July 10, 2023
‘Bunch of pigs’ – Threat to shut down shopping malls over judicial reform backfires 'They can't be forcing something like this on the public because it doesn't fit the political agenda for the left-wing CEO,' says Religious Zionism MK. July 10, 2023
‘Blunder of historic proportions’ – Herzog urges judicial reform compromise but are his facts correct? The president said that the birth of the modern State of Israel was possible largely because the early Zionists would 'bridge gaps' and come to 'consensual agreements,' but history shows otherwise. July 10, 2023
Non-stop terror: Palestinian armed with gun, bomb killed by IDF; attack thwarted Palestinian man armed with submachine gun and bomb shot dead by Israeli troops, thwarting terror attack. July 10, 2023
Israeli A-G: ‘Disturbing the public order’ essential to successful protest Netanyahu government criticizes Gali Baharav-Miara for failing to indict demonstrators who break the law. July 10, 2023
Biden slams ‘most extreme’ Israeli gov’t, ministers are ‘part of the problem’ 'This is one of the most extreme cabinets I've seen, and I go back to Golda Meir,' the American president told CNN in an interview. July 9, 2023
New policy: Civilians who shoot terrorists will no longer face interrogation, gun seizure Under a new policy initiative of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, armed Israeli civilians who thwart terrors attacks will no longer have their weapons confiscated or be interrogated under caution. July 9, 2023
WATCH: Movie producer to build massive biblical film studio in Israeli desert Italian-born entrepreneur Franco Dan Kalonymus hopes to not only build a 'mega film studio' in Israel's south, but also to establish a 'cyber-park.' July 9, 2023
Eyes in the Sky: How IDF drones played a key role in Jenin operation Battalion 636 located terrorists in Jenin beforehand, warned troops in real time about their approach, and eliminated some directly. July 9, 2023
‘Don’t make us angry’ – Protest leaders threaten gov’t over upcoming judicial reform bill Futurist Yuval Harari threatened that if government unilaterally passes even "a single one of your regime coup bills, we will oppose you with every non-violent means we have.' July 9, 2023
FAIR TARGET? Thousands harass defense minister, family in overnight protest Several thousand Israelis opposed to the government's planned judicial overhaul held a loud, all-night demonstration outside the home of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. July 9, 2023
Bedouin extortion gangs target ultra-Orthodox city – report 'Masked Bedouins were waiting for me when I closed my shop for the day and demanded that I pay them 100,000 shekels ($27,000),' says small business owner. July 9, 2023
Secular media personalities slam hate campaign against Chabad, religious Jews in Tel Aviv 'If you’re so afraid that your child will be affected from one time that he puts on tefillin... the problem is with you,' said Guy Lerer. July 7, 2023
Border cop cleared of manslaughter for killing autistic Palestinian in Jerusalem The judge noted that the officer made a split-second decision in a dangerous situation. July 6, 2023
Outgoing Tel Aviv police commander admits treating left-wing protesters with kid gloves Painting himself as a victim, former District Commander Ami Eshed acknowledges that he ignored orders from his superiors to break up illegal protests, admits that he treated left-wing demonstrators with soft touch in order to 'prevent civil war.' July 6, 2023
Israeli doctors reattach Palestinian boy’s head to his neck in life-saving surgery 12-year-old Palestinian Arab boy saved by doctors at Jerusalem's Hadassah Hospital after he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle. July 6, 2023
WATCH: Dramatic footage shows cars plowing through protesters in Tel Aviv The cars sped through a group of demonstrators protesting police chief's departure on the Ayalon Highway. July 5, 2023
Israel tourism yet to rebound to pre-COVID levels Some 1.97 million visitors entered the country in the first half of 2023. July 5, 2023
Left-wing Israelis protest halachic, messianic state outside Jerusalem yeshiva Anti-judicial reform protesters say Israel headed towards 'apartheid' and Halachic state with 'no rights for women, LBGTQ people, and other minorities.' July 5, 2023
‘Dictator’: Opposition hurl insults as reasonableness bill passes committee vote The bill is set to proceed to the Knesset plenum for its first reading, likely to occur next week. July 4, 2023
WATCH: July 4 approval for massive new US embassy compound in Jerusalem The Jerusalem Local Planning and Building Committee has issued its approval for the construction of a new American embassy. July 4, 2023
‘Immodest dress’: Left-wing activist expelled from ‘solidarity visit’ to mosque, imam forced to resign 'When I came to the mosque, I was surprised that a group of Jews had arrived in the clothes you saw,' said the imam. 'We kicked them out.' July 4, 2023
‘This is terrorism’ – Galilee business owners decry Arab extortion rackets Business owner receives WhatsApp from organized crime gang demanding more than $100,000, threatening that his family and business will be harmed should he refuse to pay up. July 4, 2023
WATCH: Chaos at Ben Gurion – clashes between anti-government protesters, police Police declare the airport protest "illegal" and have made 37 arrests. July 3, 2023
Hundreds of judicial reform protestors block Haifa port Protest leaders say they are determined to block Ben Gurion International Airport towards evening as well. July 3, 2023
IDF chose not to intercept Syrian missile – report The Russian-made anti-aircraft missile was launched from Homs in southern Syria and traveled nearly 415 kilometers (257 miles), before exploding over Rahat. July 3, 2023
Hezbollah quietly removes tent from Israeli territory, after public refusals The Israeli authorities did not confirm or deny reports regarding the dismantling of one of the tents on Monday morning. July 3, 2023
Israel to buy another F-35 squadron in $3b. deal The 25 stealth aircraft will bring the Israel Air Force's total to 75. July 2, 2023
After more than 20 years, new Jewish town in Lower Galilee finally receives government approval Ramat Arbel, near the Sea of Galilee, will be built on the same spot as a Second Temple-era town. July 2, 2023
‘JEWISH MONA LISA’: Mural at Ben Gurion Airport celebrates 4,000 years of Jewish history 'No other people has a mural that tells their whole story, from beginning to end,' says Isaac Assa of the Israel Latin American Network in conversation with i24News. July 2, 2023
Biden administration warns building in Judea and Samaria endangers important deal for Israel A weak response to Jews attacking Palestinians and allowing outposts to stand will harm prospects for easy travel to the U.S., said senior officials. July 2, 2023
Ignoring safety concerns, ex-prime minister doubles down on support for Tel Aviv airport protest Ehud Olmert says 'impolite protest' necessary to stop judicial reform, brushes off safety concerns around blocking airport. July 2, 2023
WATCH: US should not be ‘concerned’ when Jews return to their homeland, MK tells Washington Likud Member of Knesset Amit Halevi said the U.S. should not be concerned when Jews return to their homeland and then gave a list of issues that should concern them. July 2, 2023
‘First-degree’ threat against Netanyahu found at brother Yoni’s grave A suspect was arrested for writing a letter instructing the prime minister to 'conquer Gaza and retrieve Hadar Goldin's body.' July 2, 2023
WATCH: Mossad airs confession of terrorist ‘hitman’ captured in Iran In a video released by the spy agency, Abbasalilo describes details of the plot to kill Israelis in Cyprus. June 30, 2023
Herzog to become second ever Israeli president to address Congress The first was his father, more than 35 years ago. June 29, 2023
Justice Minister planning to ‘force’ Netanyahu to back full judicial reform plan As Knesset moves forward with minor bill from judicial reform package, Justice Minister reportedly working with Smotrich, Ben-Gvir to force Netanyahu to pass full judicial overhaul. June 29, 2023
Netanyahu mulls limits on demonstrations after politicians attacked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is holding discussions regarding the use of public space following a spate of non-peaceful protests in front of politicians' homes. June 29, 2023
‘Totally illegal and morally wrong’ – lawmakers blast indefinite arrests of Israeli youth Administrative detention should only be used to prevent impending terror attacks, not 'settle scores' with suspected lawbreakers, says Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. June 29, 2023
Palestinian Authority may declare bankruptcy The decision would entail the complete closure of P.A. government offices, leading to possible instability in Judea and Samaria. June 29, 2023
‘Failure, surrender’ – Netanyahu admits plan to limit judicial overhaul, drawing criticism from allies Netanyahu acknowledges that key aspect of judicial overhaul legislation no longer on the agenda, to the chagrin of his coalition partners. June 29, 2023
Israel’s envoy to UN: Building in Judea and Samaria will continue The construction is 'not an impediment to peace,' Erdan tells the Security Council. June 28, 2023
Israel earns 25 medals at 2023 Special Olympics in Berlin The 9 gold medals, 8 silvers and 8 bronzes represent achievement in athletics, judo, swimming, cycling, tennis, table tennis, soccer and bowling. June 28, 2023
‘Humiliating and terrible’: MK brings her baby to the Knesset, ordered to leave speaker’s platform Female lawmaker who brought her baby to work runs afoul of parliamentary regulations, is ordered to step down from plenum dais. June 28, 2023
‘Secular warrior’ mayoral candidate slams Chabad, Jewish outreach as ‘extremists damaging Tel Aviv’ Mayoral candidate equates Jewish outreach organization with Christian missionaries, claims Chabad is damaging the secular character of Tel Aviv. June 28, 2023
‘Incitement to murder’: Banner glorifying Hamas terrorists displayed on Temple Mount A large poster lauding terrorists was displayed on the Temple Mount compound during the ongoing Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha, as Jews were banned from the site. June 28, 2023
