Majority of Knesset members vote to oppose Palestinian stateThe previous declaration left open the possibility of creating a pathway towards Palestinian statehood. July 5, 2024
IDF lookout soldiers knew about Hamas invasion but were ignoredThe email warned, 'The sword is coming. The time to warn the people is now.' July 4, 2024
‘A hostage deal is closer than ever’ – Gallant to familiesDefense Minister tells hostage families that a deal to free their loved ones is on the horizon. July 4, 2024
At July 4 event, Herzog hails ‘unbreakable friendship’ with US“God bless America. God bless Israel. And God bless the unbreakable friendship between our nations,” said Herzog. July 4, 2024
Capt. Roy Miller and Capt. Ilay Lugasi fell in Gaza battles324 Israeli soldiers have been during the ground invasion of Gaza. July 4, 2024
Revealed: Biden’s threat to Netanyahu if Israel responded to Iranian missile attackBiden said, 'If you launch a big attack on Iran, you’re on your own.' July 3, 2024
IDF demolishes the home of child-murdering terroristA video of the house demolition released by the IDF Spokesperson's office showed the three-story home reduced to a pile of rubble. July 3, 2024
Defense Minister allows ‘May God avenge his blood’ inscription on fallen soldier’s tombstone‘Hashem yikom damo’ – [May G-d avenge his blood] is not an unusual expression, but an accepted wording that is part of the Jewish faith.' July 2, 2024
Netanyahu may allow PA officials to run Gaza after war – reportThis, after rejecting PA involvement for months, saying 'Fatahstan' is no better than 'Hamastan.' July 2, 2024
Bereaved families sue PA for $55m over ‘pay for slay’The legislation requires courts to award punitive damages of at least 10 million shekels (~$2.7 million) per fatal casualty. July 2, 2024
‘Netanyahu is the devil’ – Protest leader under investigationThe prosecutor's office ordered the police to launch a probe into the possible criminality of Dror's remarks. July 2, 2024
Weeks after daughter was rescued from Gaza, Liora Argamani dies of cancerChinese-born Liora Argamani, whose daughter, Noa, was held captive in Gaza for eight months before being rescued, dies of brain cancer, less than a month after her daughter was returned home. July 2, 2024
Shin Bet bristles at bill to reduce administrative detentionMK Simcha Rothman said it was a 'basic and democratic demand' to ensure that indefinite arrests occur as infrequently as possible. July 1, 2024
‘Anyone who works in agriculture is like a soldier’: Kibbutz Meirav’s harvest under fireFarmers and volunteers working in the vineyards of the kibbutz are situated less than 100 meters from the border. July 1, 2024
20 Islamic Jihad rockets pound Israel’s south in unusual barrageMonday morning saw the largest rocket barrage fired at southern Israel since January. July 1, 2024
Israel tech startup fundraising hits $2.9 billion in second quarterSome 62% of the $2.9 billion total came from six deals of more than $100 million. July 1, 2024
‘The Democrats’ – Israel’s Labor unites with far-left faction to form new partyAfter being shut out of Knesset in last election, far-left Meretz party unites with Labor to form new left-wing faction called 'The Democrats.' July 1, 2024
IDF disputes UN data on scale of Gaza destructionThe number of destroyed or damaged structures is unlikely to rise significantly, as intense combat operations have been winding down. June 30, 2024
Greenfeld’s gambit: Israeli chess master wins deaf world titleRabbi Yehuda Greenfeld secured an impressive nine points, finishing the tournament undefeated. June 30, 2024
Tens of thousands crowd Tel Aviv park for first Nova concert since Oct. 7 massacreMia Schem, who was abducted from the festival and released after 55 days in a hostage deal, also addressed the crowd, calling on them not to give up on the 124 hostages still inside Gaza. June 30, 2024
Fallen IDF soldier’s family makes Aliyah from FranceElmayekes' parents moved to Jerusalem last week 'as a way to ensure that the light of our son’s life will continue to shine despite his death.' June 30, 2024
‘Doomsday weapons’ may be used against Israel’s enemiesIAI official warns that Israel will use all weapons at its disposal in order to survive regional war. June 30, 2024
Iran warns Israel of ‘obliteration’ if it attacks Lebanon, world leaders silent'All options, including the full involvement of all Resistance Fronts, are on the table,' says Iran. June 30, 2024
Rescued hostage Noa Argamani said her ‘biggest worry’ during captivity was her parents'He (Arnon Zmora) is a hero of Israel; because of him, we are here.' June 29, 2024
‘He’s finished’: Israelis react to presidential debateRoughly 600,000 Americans living in Israel are eligible to vote in the presidential elections. June 29, 2024
Cycling for a nation: Israel-Premier Tech kicks off post-Oct. 7 Tour de FranceThe team has thus far had its best-ever season with 16 stage victories across all competitions. June 29, 2024
Grenade found at Netanyahu’s Caesarea’s home following protestLikud Party: 'The incitement against Prime Minister Netanyahu crossed another red line this evening ... The writing is on the wall.' June 28, 2024
After Canada sanctions ‘extremist settlers,’ Israel legalizes 5 towns in Judea and SamariaHours after Canada sanctions settlement organization and 'extremist settlers,' Israeli security cabinet votes to legalize five towns in Judea and Samaria and to sanction the Palestinian Authority. June 28, 2024
Yesha Council Head says Canada’s sanctions ‘create an existential threat’ against IsraelCanadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly announced the country would sanction individuals and entities associated with what she called 'extremist settlers.' June 27, 2024
Israel issues detailed response refuting UN human rights office accusations of indiscriminate bombingIsrael also called out the UN office for relying on casualty figures from Hamas-controlled health authorities in Gaza. June 27, 2024
Arab influencers welcome news of ultra-orthodox IDF draft'This decision will literally divide the Israeli public.' June 27, 2024
Israel’s political divisions made Oct. 7 attacks possible – pollNew polls find decline in internal political and social divisions in Israel, while vast majority of Israelis say political tensions helped enable the Hamas invasion of October 7th. June 27, 2024
UAE, Egypt to send troops for post-war Gaza security: ReportWashington is eager to promote its plans for post-war Gaza, which would see Arab countries such as Saudi Arabia leading reconstruction efforts. June 27, 2024
Preparing for war? IDF moves troops to Lebanon borderIsrael transfers combat units to northern border, as escalation with the Hezbollah terror group appears inevitable. June 27, 2024
All-female IDF combat unit established for religious womenMany of these women have said that the events of October 7th inspired them to enroll in combat units. June 27, 2024
Former Jerusalem mufti indicted for inciting terrorAppointed by Yasser Arafat, Sheikh Ekrima Sabri served as Mufti of Jerusalem from 1994-2006. June 26, 2024
32 arrested as crackdown on Israeli-Arab crime locates weapons, drug labsArab criminal organizations have been involved in extortion, money laundering, and trafficking in weapons, drugs, and women. June 26, 2024
IDF ordered to immediately draft thousands of ultra-Orthodox yeshiva studentsIsraeli Attorney General orders IDF to immediately implement Supreme Court ruling on ultra-Orthodox draft, calling for thousands of yeshiva students to be called up for military service. June 26, 2024
‘Years of work destroyed’ – Hezbollah drone explodes in wineryItzik Cohen, 75, says he will continue producing wine, despite half of his grapes being destroyed by an explosive UAV launched from Lebanon. June 26, 2024
Israeli cyber chief: Iranian attacks have tripled since Oct. 7Iran’s online disinformation activities and cyberattacks on Israel have risen dramatically since Oct. 7, according to a Microsoft report released earlier this year. June 26, 2024
US ambassador slams Israel in UN speech – here’s whyThomas-Greenfield also took Israel to task on Tuesday for Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich’s recent decision to withhold Palestinian Authority tax revenue. June 26, 2024
IDF soldier smuggled illegal Palestinians into Israel for cashTerrorist freed in Gilad Shalit deal contacted female IDF soldier in order to be transported into pre-1967 Israel. June 26, 2024
Sara Netanyahu reportedly tells families of hostages that IDF chiefs are plotting a coup against her husbandSara Netanyahu's office responded, 'The blow of the false, trending, and incessant leaks on Mrs. Netanyahu is a heinous injustice.' June 25, 2024
Supreme Court orders Israeli gov’t to draft ultra-Orthodox studentsIsraeli Supreme Court rules unanimously that government must enforce draft law on yeshiva students, after the court struck down draft law. By World Israel News Staff The Israeli Supreme Court has ordered ... June 25, 2024
‘Like pre-October 7th’ – Jordanian border fence breached, residents fume'We are not ready to accept this situation,' says local resident. 'This undermines our entire sense of security in our homes.' June 25, 2024
Israeli terror victims sue UNRWA for leading ‘billion-dollar money laundering operation that funded Hamas’UNRWA demanded aid payments in US dollars to charge Gazan residents exorbitant fees to change currencies, resulting in Hamas stealing billions of dollars. June 24, 2024
Thai agricultural workers to return to Israel after 8 monthsBefore October 7, Israel had roughly 30,000 Thai laborers, working in farms, orchards, greenhouses and packing plants. June 24, 2024
Newly released video shows terrorists taking 3 hostages from bomb shelter to GazaThe video clip, which is about two minutes long, shows the abduction of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Eliya Cohen and Or Levy. June 24, 2024
Israeli minister looks to revive sovereignty plans for Judea and SamariaIsrael's Finance Minister pushes two-tiered approach to annexation, establishing 'facts on the ground' while pursuing legislation to apply sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. June 24, 2024
This Israeli self-repairing glass might revolutionize satellites, biomedicine, and moreIts self-repairing qualities could also significantly extend the lifetime of sensors and optical components, even in adverse environments. June 24, 2024
IDF focused on Hezbollah as Gaza fighting wraps up – Netanyahu'We are obligated to return the residents of the North to their homes,' Netanyahu said. June 24, 2024
Israel’s ‘mega-dramatic’ changes to control of Judea and Samaria will prevent Palestinian statehe creation of a new Settlements Administration in the Defense Ministry is a “mega-dramatic” change that will prevent a Palestinian state. June 24, 2024
Israeli ICU doctor, wounded beyond recognition by Hamas RPG, says he will treat patients againBichovsky's colleagues took his fingerprints but didn't recognize him because his injuries were so extensive. June 23, 2024
Family, supporters mark hostage Naama Levy’s 20th birthdayNaama’s father called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to forge a deal with Hamas to bring home the remaining captives. June 23, 2024
Archaeologist confirms biblical site of 185,000 Assyrian troops wiped out by an angelArchaeological expert says Jerusalem's Ammunition Hill is the site of ancient Assyrian military camp, confirming Bible story. June 23, 2024
‘Critical for Lebanon, Gaza wars’ – Gallant makes urgent trip WashingtonThe IDF is ready for 'any action that may be required in Gaza, Lebanon' and other arenas, says Defense Minister Gallant. June 23, 2024
96-year-old former Lehi fighter promoted to Command Sergeant Major by IDFEzra Yakhin, 'The love of Israel is the power that drives more than any weapon; it operates our weapons in the right way, it will prevail.' June 21, 2024
Israel presses UN to ‘scale up’ efforts as undelivered aid piles up at crossingsDistribution of aid has been mired in controversy and failures in recent days. June 20, 2024
Israeli Supreme Court blamed for IDF’s ‘tactical pause’ fiasco'If there’s a dispute between the Netanyahu government and the army, it’s for them to hash out, not the court,' said retired Israeli judge Haran Fainstein. June 20, 2024
‘My colleagues don’t have spine to defend Jews’: Musicians, influencers discuss digital advocacy for Hamas hostagesThe singer talked during the panel discussion on Monday about losing many friends in the music industry because of his avid support for Israel, especially following Oct. 7. June 20, 2024
