IDF Homefront Command trains Muslim volunteers in eastern Jerusalem'In the event of an earthquake, those who will provide the first response are people from the community,' explained Eli Beer, the President and Founder of United Hatzalah. September 12, 2021
Why Tel Aviv is ranked the 8th best city in the world‘The city that never stops’ also was voted most fun city in the world in the annual poll of city-dwellers across the world. September 12, 2021
‘Eitan has come home’: Child survivor of Italy cable car disaster kidnapped by Israeli grandfather'We did not kidnap Eitan. We brought him home,' said Eitan Biran's aunt. September 12, 2021
COVID in Israel: ‘We are at a complex point in time’'There are positive signs of curbing the wave, which reached record numbers of confirmed cases, more than previous waves,' said Health Ministry Director-General Prof. Nachman Ash. September 12, 2021
Israeli-Arab Knesset members voice solidarity with escaped terrorists'If six prisoners managed to break through the narrow and crowded prison, then millions of the Palestinian people can end the occupation,' said MK Ayman Odeh. September 12, 2021
Democratic delegation: Israel needs to ‘get creative’ about aiding GazaThe Democrats called upon the international community to also step up and help rebuild Gaza following the war in May. September 12, 2021
‘I have a dream’ that all security prisoners will be released, says Arab-Israeli political leaderThe escaped prisoners were guilty of murderous terror attacks against Israeli civilians. Four of the six were captured over the weekend with the help of Arab-Israelis. September 11, 2021
WATCH: Palestinian terrorist fugitive captured by Israeli forcesPalestinian terrorist Zakaria Zubeidi, one of four recaptured fugitives, is taken away by police after being caught and arrested on Saturday night. September 11, 2021
4 fugitive terrorists captured with help of Arab-Israelis, 2 still on the runDozens of Arab-Israeli residents assisted police in the manhunt, calling in with tips after spotting the runaways, Hebrew media reported. September 11, 2021
‘Day of rage’ declared by Palestinian terror groups upset by prison crackdownA Palestinian Foreign Ministry statement claims that Israel is guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity. September 9, 2021
Commission of inquiry to investigate security failures that led to prison break'We will leave no stone unturned,' said Internal Security Minister Omer Bar-Lev. September 9, 2021
WATCH: ‘We have to catch them and kill them,’ says Palestinian Affairs expert on escaped terrorists'There is no third option:' Col. (res.) Alon Eviatar, Palestinian Affairs expert and former COGAT adviser, says he sees no option other than to catch the six terrorists who escaped Israeli prison and kill them. September 9, 2021
WATCH: How did 6 inmates escape from high-security Israeli prison?'To dig such a tunnel takes a lot of time, and someone should have seen or heard about it,' says Lt. Gen. (ret.) Orit Adato, calling it a 'failure' in intelligence. September 9, 2021
WATCH: Terrorists are living in ‘hotels’ in Israeli prisons, says bereaved fatherThe father of a terror victim, speaking at a protest on behalf of the Choosing Life Forum of bereaved families, says the Israeli prisons are like hotels and the situation is very dangerous. September 9, 2021
‘We owe you’, Lapid tells Russian FM, but says Israel will defend itself against Iran, Syria'The people of Russia supported the creation of the State of Israel, and we owe you,' said Lapid, adding that Israel will not tolerate Iranian bases in Syria. September 9, 2021
Hacker claiming massive victory is likely lying, say Israeli authoritiesIsrael’s National Cyber Directorate is throwing cold water on the hacker’s story. September 9, 2021
For 1st time in months, COVID-19 transmission rate slows in Israel'This is the most reliable measure indicating that (at least for now) Israel’s fourth wave is on its way down. Let’s hope it continues,' says Weizmann Institute computational biologist. September 9, 2021
Lapid meets with Russian FM amid Syria tensions, growing Moscow ‘impatience’ with Israel'There is a suggestion that this lack of patience, this growing impatience [with Israel] on the Russian side has something to do with the new administration in Israel,' explains i24 News' Moscow reporter. September 9, 2021
Investigation into inmates’ escape shows serious problems with prison proceduresFor one, the request of a Fatah inmate to transfer to a cell holding rival Islamic Jihad prisoners should have lit a red light for officials, said a former commander. September 9, 2021
Prison guards suspected of complicity in escape of 6 terroristsIsraeli police believe that some prison guards may have aided in the escape. Two Israel Prisons Service officials are expected to be questioned by the police Thursday. September 8, 2021
WATCH: Israeli show is a hit in Arabic speaking countries'Yes, it is a surprise, it’s a very nice surprise,' says Avi Issacharoff, co-creator of new Israeli espionage thriller “Hit & Run,” which is topping viewing lists in countries around the world, including some Arab countries. September 8, 2021
Israel on manhunt for terrorists: 6 security prisoners escape overnightSix security prisoners dug a tunnel and escaped from Gilboa Prison in the north, among them the former commander of the Jenin-based terrorist al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades. September 6, 2021
12-hour life-or-death operation a success as Israeli doctors separate conjoined twinsFollowing the operation, the twin sisters were able to see each other for the first time in their lives. September 6, 2021
Israeli Paralympians come home with 9 medals, new recordsFinal tally for the Tokyo Games is six gold medals, two silvers and a bronze – eight in swimming and one in rowing. September 6, 2021
‘Squad’ silent on Taliban, but vocal on BDSThe Taliban have a long history of extreme anti-women policies which would appear to be in direct opposition to the Squad’s decidedly feminist values. September 6, 2021
Hamas-Israel prisoner exchange on the horizon: ReportHamas has already drawn up a list of prisoners that it wants released as part of the deal, said an anonymous source in the Egyptian government. September 5, 2021
‘IDF critics are political opportunists’ – Bennett, Kohavi fire back after growing criticism of IDF'Some are trying to use the IDF as a cudgel to advance cynical political goals,' said Bennett. 'It hurts our resilience and it’s inappropriate. Stop it.' September 5, 2021
Despite victory over Austria, Israeli soccer fans boo ‘anti-Israel’ Muslim player'How good it is that most of the crowd just scorned and voted verbally against this terrorist supporter,' said MK Ben Gvir. September 5, 2021
IDF to replace Israeli-made Tavor rifles with American M4sThe IDF is making some changes to its armory, including M4 rifles and new vehicles. September 5, 2021
Ancient quarry discovered in JerusalemThe capital’s high-tech center today is located on Stonecutters Mountain, Jerusalem’s flourishing business of yesteryear, as proven again by the Israel Antiquities Authority. September 5, 2021
Bennett defends IDF leaders after death of soldier, says ‘mistakes’ are ‘sometimes tragic’'Where there is combat, there are also mistakes, and sometimes they are tragic,' Bennett said. September 5, 2021
‘Warm meeting’: Herzog visited King Abdullah in Jordan last weekPresident Herzog and King Abdullah discussed deep strategic issues, at both the bilateral and regional levels. September 4, 2021
Analysis: Israel still the ‘strong horse’Israel's rising stature as a military power in the region is clearly a by-product of the new U.S. policy decision to reduce its own military presence in the Mideast. September 4, 2021
‘You give Palestinians gifts:’ Netanyahu slams Bennett as new state budget passes first readingThe former prime minister also made a reference to how the current prime minister represents a party with just six seats in the Knesset. September 3, 2021
‘Palestinians are ready for confidence-building with Israel,’ says AbbasAt the trilateral summit, the regional leaders discussed the importance of resuming negotiations for a two state solution to end the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. September 2, 2021
IDF chief slams critics, ‘Our soldiers’ hands are NOT tied’In wake of soldier's death, a group of IDF soldiers has enacted a new campaign to push the military to change the standard operating procedures. September 2, 2021
Former US ambassador to Israel launches Middle East peace think tankThe nonprofit group aims to build on the normalization agreements between Arab and Muslim countries and Israel in in recent years. September 2, 2021
Israeli Battle With Ben & Jerry’s Enters New Legal PhaseAQP, the Israeli company that has the franchise to distribute Ben & Jerry’s products in Israel filed a formal complaint with the acting Antitrust Commissioner. September 2, 2021
Israeli archaeologists find rare fraudulent weight from First Temple periodThe Book of Deuteronomy (35: 13-16) sharply criticizes the use of dishonest weights, calling them an 'abomination.' September 2, 2021
Israeli teacher barricades herself in kindergarten after refusing to vaccinate'The procedures clearly state that any teacher or educator who are not vaccinated are required to have a quick antigen test,' before coming to work. September 2, 2021
Police not doing enough about Arab-Jewish violence, critics sayThere is no sense of security,” said one Lod resident. “The feeling is mainly one of fear. It’s the failure of all those who are supposed to protect us.” September 2, 2021
WATCH: Cautious optimism among experts as serious COVID cases drop in IsraelIsraeli COVID expert Prof. Cyrille Cohen discusses the continued decline in the number of serious COVID cases in Israel, as opposed to the increase of overall daily cases. September 2, 2021
Lapid: US consulate in Jerusalem for Palestinians ‘a bad idea’'If Lapid thinks a consulate for the Palestinians in Jerusalem is a bad idea, all he has to do is refuse to give it or the consul accreditation. The ball is in his court.' September 1, 2021
US-Israel visa waivers: Too soon to celebrate?Former Israeli diplomat said he received the same promise about visa waivers from the Bush administration in 2002. September 1, 2021
‘I almost died on the road’ – mother of 6 helped by Palestinians after rock-throwing terror attack'It’s a miracle I survived today,' said the victim. 'Stone throwing kills.' September 1, 2021
In Washington, Bennett ‘collapsed’ instead of defending Israel’s security, says opposition MK'What needs to be done is precisely what did not occur during the meeting between President Biden and Prime Minister Bennett. Not only did it not happen, the opposite happened,' stated Tzachi Hanegbi. September 1, 2021
Pollard handler promoted to brigadier-general 29 years after leaving IDFThe unusual move to promote Col. Aviem Sela after such a long time was approved after President Trump had pardoned him for his role in the Pollard affair. September 1, 2021
Barkat demands inquiry into soldier’s death, says PM’s image took precedence over securityLikud MK Nir Barkat says the government instructed the IDF to contain riots on Gazan border without using lethal force in order to help the prime minister’s image in Washington. September 1, 2021
‘Letters to God’ bound for Western Wall tripled during coronavirus pandemicLetters containing the world's prayers made their way to the Western Wall when tourists couldn't. August 31, 2021
North American aliyah in August breaks record despite COVID-19With the arrival of 1,000 olim in August, Nefesh B'Nefesh is on pace for a record-breaking year. August 31, 2021
Peace Now condemns President Isaac Herzog for visiting Har Bracha'This place touches my DNA, as a Jew and an Israeli.' August 31, 2021
Hasidic leader orders followers to stay home during Jewish holidays due to Covid surge in IsraelGrand Rabbi Baruch Meir Yaakov Shochet has argued that by failing to comply with COVID restrictions, large sectors of Israel's ultra-Orthodox community have been ignoring the “foundational” Jewish principle of saving lives. August 31, 2021
Knesset member challenges Twitter over ‘sleeping’ Biden videoAccording to Twitter, the Knesset member's 22-second video clip was 'misleadingly cropped.' August 31, 2021
Israeli soldiers demand safety following death of soldier shot in head along Gaza borderThe soldiers have been posting messages to Instagram, claiming that the IDF senior command is preventing soldiers from defending themselves. August 31, 2021
COVID infections surge in Israel, breaking previous record; death toll tops 7000With the number of new cases rising, the Corona Cabinet decided on certain measures but postponed others. August 31, 2021
Palestinians slam Abbas for meeting with Gantz: ‘Stabbed us in the back’Bennett’s government has made it clear that it intends to prop up the Abbas-led Palestinian Authority in Ramallah. By Donna Rachel Edmunds, World Israel News Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad have reac... August 30, 2021
WATCH: Israeli soldier dies of his wounds after fighting for his life for over a weekIsraeli Border Police sniper Barel Shmueli, 21, died on Monday after fighting for his life for over a week at the Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba. August 30, 2021
‘Bennett is negotiating with terrorists’ – Israeli lawmakers slam Gantz-Abbas meeting'It is a shame that the Minister of Defense of the State of Israel meets with a terrorist,' said a right-wing Israeli lawmaker of the Gantz-Abbas meeting. August 30, 2021
‘Don’t call it peace talks’: Israeli, Palestinian leaders meet, discuss economic policiesA Bennett staffer said the meeting was strictly security-based, and that observers should not interpret the meeting as a sign of warming ties. August 30, 2021
The ‘Great Resignation’ is rocking Israel’s jobs market'A lot of people jumped on the Corona train for an employment upgrade.' August 30, 2021
