Air Haifa takes off again after months-long war closure Beginning January 2, the airline will expand its network with five weekly flights to Athens. December 22, 2024
Jerusalem residents indicted for spying for Hezbollah during war Salam is accused of sending photos from Caesarea, while Asili reportedly shared news articles about Israel and its security situation. December 22, 2024
Sweden ends UNRWA funding amid controversy over Hamas ties and October 7 atrocities Knesset member Yulia Malinovsky, the sponsor of a bill to sever Israel’s ties with UNRWA, attributed Sweden’s decision to Israeli legislative efforts. December 21, 2024
Nazareth teen indicted for spying for Hezbollah Saadi allegedly transmitted missile impact locations, aircraft movements, and the positioning of Israeli military units. December 19, 2024
Breakthrough for bioengineering as study deciphers how cells define their identity Understanding how transcription factors navigate chromatin could enable scientists to bioengineer adult cells into other cell types. December 19, 2024
Half of Israeli Arabs feel ‘shared destiny’ with Jewish population: Survey Israel’s 2.08 million Arabs make up 21.1% of the country’s population, according to figures released by the Central Bureau of Statistics in May. December 18, 2024
‘This mission brings hope’: Israeli, African doctors collaborate to save lives Founded at the Wolfson Medical Center in 1995, Save a Child’s Heart has saved the lives of more than 7,000 children from 70 countries and has brought over 150 local healthcare professionals to Israel for training. December 18, 2024
One-quarter of Israelis struggle with food insecurity, report reveals According to the findings, 86.4% of families had to forgo mental health assistance, and 70.8% refrained from buying necessary medications or seeking medical care. December 17, 2024
Israel rolls out first domestically made quantum computer Quantum computers are particularly powerful for tasks like cryptography, optimization, material science, and simulations of complex systems. December 17, 2024
Saving lives, building bridges: Emergency readiness fosters coexistence in the Galilee In the Western Galilee district to which his battalion belongs, Hamed trained and supported teams in 20 municipalities over the past year. December 16, 2024
Palestinian Authority cracks down on Jenin terror groups During the operation, PA forces killed Yazid Ja’isa, a commander in the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror group. December 15, 2024
Israel eliminates dozens of Hamas terrorists in Beit Hanoun A separate raid eliminated a Hamas squad planning attacks on Israeli forces. December 15, 2024
Tel Aviv defense-tech summit highlights innovation, AI Innovation and the transformative role of artificial intelligence in defense was a recurring theme at the conference, spearheaded by the Israel Ministry of Defense Directorate of Defense, Research, and Development (DDR&D). December 12, 2024
Israeli statisticians who revolutionized data analysis win $1M prize despite protests The biannual Rousseeuw Prize is awarded by the King Baudouin Foundation, a Brussels-based philanthropic organization. December 11, 2024
Israeli startup unveils platform countering AI-driven cyber threats CyTwist’s solution leverages counterintelligence methodologies and hyper-targeted probability algorithms to profile threat actors and detect malicious activity in real time. December 11, 2024
Levant’s oldest known ritual site discovered in Galilee cave Acoustic tests conducted in the area revealed enhanced natural acoustics, likely amplifying communal rituals involving singing, prayer, and dancing. December 10, 2024
After losing Syria, Iran ponders next steps Iran is also concerned about the effect that the successful Syrian revolution could have domestically. December 9, 2024
Israel reaching out to Syrian Druze communities An estimated 700,000-800,000 Druze live in Syria, mostly in southwestern areas near Israel and Jordan. December 9, 2024
The Qatar Foundation’s hidden hand, from Hamas to US universities An ISGAP report labeled Qatar as the largest foreign donor to US universities. December 9, 2024
IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons routes near Syria-Lebanon border, as fragile ceasefire holds Israeli defense officials stated that the military will continue to take proactive measures to neutralize potential threats, maintaining a clear message that any infrastructure supporting terrorist activities will be targeted. December 6, 2024
Israeli security services uncover Iranian espionage plot in northern Israel Tahrir collected detailed intelligence about IDF movements, including photographs of tanks, armed soldiers, equipment, and weapons. December 6, 2024
Israel sees record-breaking $10.5 billion in startup acquisitions While the total number of deals dropped to 434 from 682 in the same period last year, the total amount of funds raised by the startups increased to $8.1 billion, up from $7.3 billion. December 5, 2024
Harnessing smartphone data: A new frontier in predicting wildfires and natural disasters With over 7 billion smartphones in use globally as of 2024, the sheer volume of data being generated is staggering. December 5, 2024
Israel begins reopening northern national parks after year-long closure Teams are still inspecting trails for potential hazards, such as missile debris, and visitors are warned not to touch any suspicious objects they may encounter and to report such findings immediately to the authorities. December 4, 2024
Annexation plan not a deal-breaker for Saudi deal, says ex-Trump advisor Deputy National Security Advisor from first Trump administration says president-elect will push new policies vis-a-vis Iran, the Palestinian Authority, and the Abraham Accords. December 4, 2024
Ancient agricultural innovation offers hope for future sustainability, researchers say SGHAS systems offer a low-impact approach to farming that aligns with contemporary goals of environmental stewardship and climate resilience. December 4, 2024
Israel faces post-war ‘mental health tsunami,’ experts warn The national suicide prevention program has been allocated a budget of 15.7 million shekels ($4.3 million) for 2024, with an additional two million ($550,000) secured following Health Committee efforts. December 3, 2024
Israel uncovers 200 Iranian cyberattacks, phishing attempts against Israelis The Shin Bet warned that Iranian agents typically approach their targets through WhatsApp, Telegram, or email, crafting different cover stories for each targeted individual. December 2, 2024
Hezbollah fires first missiles since ceasefire took effect The Israel Defense Forces on Monday confirmed carrying out airstrikes on a Hezbollah missile production facility in the Beqaa Valley and other sites in the Hermel area of the Lebanon-Syria border used for weapons smuggling. December 2, 2024
Navigating conflict: Pelican tracking aims to reduce bird-aircraft collisions Israel’s location at the crossroads of three continents makes it a critical stopover for birds traveling between breeding grounds in Europe and Asia and wintering areas in Africa. December 2, 2024
Israeli High Court approves military burial in civilian cemetery for PTSD-stricken reservist A decorated soldier with a 20-year career in the Israel Air Force, Dagan served as a combat navigator during the Second Lebanon War and later in Unit 8200 of the Intelligence Directorate as a reservist. December 1, 2024
Can AI understand medical complexity? Israeli researchers question its ability Most AI models, including those specifically trained on medical datasets, performed poorly, often no better than random guessing. December 1, 2024
‘Without the civil squads I wouldn’t be here’: The fight to equip Israel’s frontline defenders Friday’s event was complete with stands and booths giving away everything from tactical gear and vests to gifts, clothes, and school for the children of squad members, also came complete with food, live music, and speeches. December 1, 2024
Israel extends waiver allowing Palestinian banking ties Israel’s National Security Council said that severing banking ties with the PA would have 'significant negative consequences' for Israel’s security and foreign relations. November 29, 2024
Ethiopian Israelis celebrate Sigd with prayers for unity and healing Sigd comes from the Aramaic word sged which means to prostrate oneself, as in prayer. November 28, 2024
AI-powered tool GluFormer offers early warning and tailored care for diabetes The model was trained on a dataset of over 10,000 non-diabetic participants, ensuring it captures diverse patterns and generalizes well to different populations. November 28, 2024
Adolf Eichmann’s executioner, born in Yemen, dies at 86 He was also present when Eichmann’s body was cremated in a specially built oven. November 27, 2024
Israeli leaders in Judea and Samaria laying groundwork for sovereignty Israeli leaders hope that Trump will revisit the issue of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria, aligning with his previous peace plans’ provisions for annexing Area C of Judea and Samaria. November 27, 2024
Ceasefire tested as Israeli forces engage suspects near Lebanese border Residents of southern Lebanon began returning to their homes on Wednesday morning, prompting Israeli warnings not to do so until the army withdraws from Lebanon. November 27, 2024
Israeli combat medic on life support since Oct. 7 attacks dies of injuries Brief was on life support for 413 days before succumbing to his injuries. November 26, 2024
As Hezbollah ceasefire emerges, so does Israeli public opposition 'The agreement with Lebanon is a big mistake. A historic missed opportunity to eradicate Hezbollah. I understand all the constraints and reasons, and it is still a grave mistake,' National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said. November 26, 2024
Attack on Christians for Israel Center in the Netherlands highlights rising tensions Christians for Israel emphasized that its mission goes beyond supporting Israel, highlighting contributions to Palestinian aid and initiatives fostering cooperation between Arab and Jewish communities in Israel. November 25, 2024
‘Common economic and security interests’: Rabbi’s murder won’t chill Israeli-UAE ties, says expert Both nations play a significant role in the flow of economic relations, ideas, and technology between the East and West. November 25, 2024
‘Murdered simply for being Jewish’: Outraged Israelis grieve murder of UAE rabbi According to Israeli media reports, the killers are thought to be Uzbek nationals working on behalf of Iran who fled to Turkey. November 24, 2024
Israeli gov’t severs ties with paper over publisher’s controversial remarks The controversy erupted when the paper’s publisher, Amos Schocken, described Palestinian terrorists as 'freedom fighters' while addressing a Haaretz conference in London on Oct. 27. November 24, 2024
‘Plug and play’: COVID-19 nasal spray’s nanotech could target cancer and other diseases Instead of the mRNA-based approach used by the Moderna and Pfize pharmaceutical companies, the researchers identified two key amino acid sequences in the virus’s protein, synthesized them, and encapsulated them in nanoparticles. November 24, 2024
Israel Aerospace Industries reports most profitable year in its history The growth was driven by IAI’s Missile and Space Systems Division, with $1.87 billion in sales for the first nine months of 2024, up from $1.63 billion in 2023. November 22, 2024
Israel sanctions dozens of clients of Hezbollah’s banking network AQAH, often referred to as Hezbollah’s 'bank,' is technically a charitable association. November 21, 2024
Israel Aerospace Industries reports most profitable year in its history International demand for Israel’s military technology has surged as European countries increased their defense budgets in response to Russia’s war in Ukraine. November 21, 2024
Israeli forces destroy bomb-making labs in Jenin as terror crackdown enters second day A camera warehouse used by terror groups and dozens of explosives were also destroyed. November 20, 2024
Diamond fraud under the microscope: Israeli tech promises market stability Rabinovich leveraged advanced spectroscopy and imaging techniques to identify subtle differences in diamond structure. November 18, 2024
Israeli breakthrough could halve radiation sessions for prostate cancer patients The study aims not only to improve patient experience but also to optimize healthcare resources. November 18, 2024
Israel mulls sending captured Russian weapons to Ukraine Russian arms include Kornet anti-tank guided missiles, Strela shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles, RPG-29 Vampire and other weapons. November 17, 2024
Waves of Israeli airstrikes pound Beirut’s Dahieh district for second day According to the army, there were three waves of strikes on Saturday — and seven since Friday morning. November 17, 2024
Scientists harness electric fields to forecast extreme weather The data revealed that different cloud types produced distinct electric field patterns, offering new clues about the structure and intensity of storms. November 15, 2024
Study links brain stability to treatments for depression, epilepsy and Alzheimer’s Depression, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and other disorders are linked to disruptions in neural stability. November 14, 2024
Oldest spindle whorls found in Israel: Early textile tools rewrite Levantine history The Natufians, who lived 11,500-15,000 years ago, were among the earliest groups to settle in permanent or semi-permanent villages. November 14, 2024
‘A huge relief’: Israelis react as Trump’s foreign policy team takes shape 'These appointments sound like a lot of good news, and this is a huge relief,' Elena, a 43-year-old financial manager in Tel Aviv, told The Press Service of Israel. November 13, 2024
Israeli doctoral student uncovers the resilience of Gaza border communities Surprisingly, she found that despite the widespread trauma, a significant level of community resilience emerged, albeit with varying levels of coping based on factors such as age, gender, and personal experience. November 13, 2024
Israel opens new Gaza border crossing to facilitate aid deliveries The outgoing Biden administration gave Israel a November 12 deadline to take specific measures to address northern Gaza’s humanitarian situation. November 12, 2024
