Quarter of Israelis may use AI to decide how to vote, survey finds The association warned that disinformation, impersonation, and abusive uses of AI have become part of the current online environment and could intensify during the campaign, potentially reinforcing one another. August 30, 2026
Five killed in four road accidents across Israel over weekend According to the National Road Safety Authority, 321 people have been killed in road accidents since the beginning of 2026. August 30, 2026
Israeli rescue team returns from Colombia after recovering 29 missing people In addition to search-and-rescue operations, Home Front Command engineers worked with Colombian professionals to map and classify damaged structures and assess the damage to support reconstruction efforts. August 26, 2026
Survey finds heavy financial toll of war on Israeli households and reservists Nearly half said reserve duty had negatively affected their employment, including lost opportunities for promotion, reduced pay or working hours, and a diminished position in the workplace. August 25, 2026
October 7 victims’ families warn Israel risks repeating prewar security failures The report also raises concerns about manpower along the Gaza border, particularly reductions in reserve forces protecting communities. August 24, 2026
Altalena wreck found 78 years after episode that shook Israel’s early statehood The 'Altalena affair' unfolded as Israel was fighting for its independence. August 24, 2026
IDF strikes Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon Dozens of Hezbollah operatives and IRGC officers are trapped inside a strategic underground complex on the Ali Taher Ridge. August 24, 2026
Netanyahu warns of drone threat to Israel The prime minister said Israel has invested substantially in developing both defensive and offensive capabilities to counter drone threats. August 23, 2026
Injured Border Police officer returns to training with custom prosthetic eye Following the loss of his eye, Dr. Yoav Vardizer, director of oculoplasty at Bnai Zion, fitted A.S. with the custom prosthetic eye bearing the Star of David. August 23, 2026
Reserve duty falls unevenly across Israel’s religious groups, study finds Several factors may explain the disparity, including higher rates of combat service among graduates of religious state schools, differences in motivation and willingness to extend service, and community support. August 23, 2026
Second ‘Gideon’ aerial refueling tanker joins Israeli Air Force The induction of the new aircraft represents a significant boost to the Air Force’s capabilities in the multi-front war and in operations at long ranges. August 22, 2026
Freed hostages join tens of thousands in prayers at the Western Wall Selichot are Jewish penitential prayers and poems recited before the High Holidays and on fast days, seeking divine forgiveness and mercy. August 21, 2026
Funding dispute may close down Hebron’s Tomb of the Patriarchs The site has relied in part on coalition agreement funds that were not formally incorporated into the state budget. August 20, 2026
Ben-Gurion Airport resumes operations after work stoppage disrupts summer travel Transportation Minister Miri Regev said she had instructed the IAA to seek a labor court order against the workers’ committee, describing the disruption as an 'illegal strike.' August 20, 2026
Australia summons Israeli envoy as dispute over aid workers’ deaths deepens IDF personnel unsuccessfully attempted for approximately 30 minutes to contact WCK representatives and verify the identity of those in the vehicles before the strikes were carried out. August 20, 2026
After nearly three years, Israelis carry war’s psychological toll in different ways Reservists repeatedly called up for duty, families burying loved ones, evacuees still displaced from their homes, and people experiencing financial strain—each group is carrying a different weight. August 19, 2026
Israel advances E1 construction plans with tenders for 1,400 homes Supporters regard E1 as strategically important for maintaining Israeli territorial continuity around Jerusalem. August 19, 2026
New US initiative tackles mental health impact of campus antisemitism A 2026 Brandeis University study found that 47% of Jewish college students surveyed had experienced prejudice because of their Jewish identity, while 37% said their campus was hostile toward Jews. August 18, 2026
Likud primary draws 76,000 voters, 54% turnout In this primary, Netanyahu has demanded and received the power to bring in eight new faces, whom he views as an improvement over several current MKs. August 18, 2026
Illegal Bedouin structures ‘choke’ Israeli Air Force base, watchdog reports The Nevatim Air Force Base is located in the Negev, about 15 kilometers southeast of Beer-Sheva. August 17, 2026
Likud primary opens with half of current MKs facing possible ouster Netanyahu plans to insert at least eight reserved candidates in the top 20 slots. August 17, 2026
Israel and Honduras sign security cooperation pact The sides discussed joint strategic and security issues and ways to expand cooperation. August 16, 2026
1,300-year-old industrial, commercial complex uncovered in Ramat Gan The complex was built during the 7th or 8th century CE, during the Umayyad and Abbasid periods, and remained in use for about 150 years. August 16, 2026
Hamas support falls as Marwan Barghouti leads Palestinian opinion poll The poll further found that 83% of respondents believe there is corruption within Palestinian Authority institutions, while 65% described the PA as 'a burden' rather than an achievement. August 13, 2026
First national mapping of Israel’s food-aid network finds major gaps Among organizations that reported financial figures, annual turnover totaled 6.18 billion shekels ($1.77 billion). August 11, 2026
‘We toured the Fordow nuclear site many times,’ former Mossad chief says Fordow, which is built deep inside a mountain, was struck in June 2025 with U.S. bunker-busting bombs. August 11, 2026
New Israeli blood test could make lung cancer detection faster, more accessible In a study involving 103 participants, the test distinguished lung cancer patients from healthy individuals with 93.1% sensitivity and 90.3% specificity among patients with Stage 2-4 disease. August 10, 2026
Extreme heat to sweep Israel, peak expected Wednesday The Israel Fire and Rescue Service has issued a warning ahead of the heat wave, urging the public to take precautions against fires. August 10, 2026
UN data counts Palestinian terror as ‘settler violence’ OCHA’s Settler-Related Violence Dashboard is among the most widely cited international sources tracking violence involving Israelis and Palestinians in Judea and Samaria. August 9, 2026
Israeli and Ukrainian indicted in Iran espionage case One of the spies was directed to photograph sensitive sites, including the Port of Eilat, a museum, and the military cemetery on Mount Herzl. August 6, 2026
Five Palestinians accused in Hamas terror plot to appear in Cyprus court Police found chemicals, including ammonium nitrate, and equipment that could be used to manufacture explosives. August 5, 2026
No surge in divorce among IDF reservists, review finds Among reservists who are divorced or separated, about 26% said the breakup occurred after completing their first period of reserve duty. August 5, 2026
They see smoke, grab their gear and run: Inside the battle against suspected arson fires The Judea and Samaria District of the Fire and Rescue Service reported 5,850 fires in 2022, 5,854 in 2023, 5,866 in 2024, and 5,543 in 2025, plus 3,086 from January to July 2026. August 3, 2026
Israeli hospital’s October 7 experience offers lessons for future crises The study called for stronger coordination between civilian hospitals, emergency services, and military authorities to improve the flow of operational information. July 28, 2026
Thousands of ancient artifacts recovered in Judea and Samaria looting case Investigators determined the suspect had carried out illegal excavations in Area C of Judea and Samaria, where Israel has administrative and security jurisdiction. July 28, 2026
Israel advances $3 million ‘Hydrogen Valley’ plan for clean energy Under the terms of the tender, the ministry will allocate up to NIS 5 million,($1.6 million) or as much as 50% of construction costs, toward building a hydrogen refueling station in one of the communities of the eastern Negev. July 27, 2026
Persian-era coin from Cyprus surfaces on Israeli beach According to the Antiquities Authority, the coin was minted in the ancient city of Salamis, on the eastern coast of Cyprus, around the middle of the 5th century BCE. July 27, 2026
Two Israelis murdered in Samaria terror attack IDF troops eliminated the gunman immediately after the shooting and recovered the stolen weapon July 24, 2026
Israeli emergency mission concludes in Venezuela, bridging diplomatic divide Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with the Israeli delegation to thank the members for their work. July 22, 2026
Knesset greenlights massive reform of Israel’s wounded veterans system Among the approved changes is a case-management system under which each wounded service member will be assigned a professional coordinator to help navigate medical treatment, rehabilitation services and government benefits. July 16, 2026
Rare access to Beaufort Castle shows Hezbollah’s hidden war preparations Approximately one kilometer south of the fortress, the IDF uncovered an extensive underground military complex that it said Hezbollah had constructed over a period of 10 to 15 years with direct Iranian assistance. July 15, 2026
New details raise questions over Ro Khanna’s provocative trip to Judea and Samaria According to the official, visits by foreign lawmakers and other prominent delegations to sensitive areas of Judea and Samaria are generally coordinated with Israeli authorities. July 13, 2026
Ancient Huqoq synagogue mosaics go on display for first time The exhibition also presents Huqoq as a thriving village that included a spring, farming installations, ritual baths and a hidden underground escape network. July 9, 2026
Thousands of cigarettes found hidden inside pineapple shipment bound for Gaza The shipment had been purchased by an Israeli company authorized to transfer goods into Gaza under the private-sector humanitarian aid mechanism. July 8, 2026
AI models reproduce hidden antisemitic associations despite safeguards, researchers warn The study suggests that safety training can change what models say without fully removing underlying representations that may be activated by identity markers such as names. July 8, 2026
Israel extends Venezuela aid mission after request from Interim President Rodríguez In addition to the dozens of personnel already on the ground, about 20 specialists are assisting remotely from Israel, analyzing field data and helping refine long-term recommendations for rebuilding. July 8, 2026
Israeli High Court warns officials could face liability for defying court rulings The dispute centers on Israel’s 1990 law governing the Second Authority for Television and Radio, the public body responsible for regulating Israel’s commercial broadcasting sector. July 7, 2026
Israel opens new bidding round for offshore natural gas exploration rights The previous, fourth competitive process brought signature grants worth roughly NIS 56.7 million ($18.9 million) into state coffers. July 6, 2026
Israeli judoka sells Olympic uniform to fund mental health care for rescue volunteers ZAKA CEO Dubi Weissenstern said the donation reflected a stirring recognition for the organization’s volunteers. July 6, 2026
Israel approves $20M rehabilitation plan for October 7 survivors The plan establishes a centralized support system through the Ministry of Social Affairs to help survivors access government services and coordinate care. July 5, 2026
Israel advances plan for 13 new communities in Binyamin region Officials said the initiative focuses on two strategic corridors: the 'Mountain Route' in western Binyamin, linking Jerusalem to central Israel, and eastern areas overlooking the Jordan Valley. July 2, 2026
Israel marks 1,000 days since October 7 massacre with memorials, protests The October Council also organized a convoy through communities devastated during the October 7 attack, beginning at the Nova music festival site near Kibbutz Re’im. July 2, 2026
Hezbollah trying to rebuild despite Israel’s agreement with Lebanon In accordance with the current agreement, the IDF is no longer initiating attacks but removing present threats. July 2, 2026
‘It’s fun to be free for a bit’: Israeli students begin summer vacation More than 2.5 million students began the 2025-2026 school year in Israel, including 180,600 first-graders and 149,000 twelfth-graders. July 1, 2026
Israel’s welfare system may run out of reserves by 2035 as war costs, aging population mount Demographic aging is increasing pressure on pensions, disability payments, and nursing care benefits. June 30, 2026
Herzog calls on EU to back Israel-Lebanon memorandum during state visit to Romania The Israeli president also addressed rising antisemitism, calling it 'a danger to all of humanity,' and praised Romania’s commitment to Holocaust education. June 29, 2026
Netanyahu concludes testimony as corruption trial advances to next stage Netanyahu is standing trial in three separate corruption cases on charges including bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. June 24, 2026
Israel braces for nationwide ultra-Orthodox protests over draft enforcement The convoy plan includes reaching the area of Prison 10, honking horns and displaying signs supporting arrested yeshiva students before returning to the original departure points. By Pesach Benson, TPS A ... June 24, 2026
Extended reserve duty driving job losses and long-term economic risks, lawmakers told A representative of the Ministry of Finance said economic damage from prolonged reserve service is estimated at about NIS 50,000 ($16,700) per soldier. June 23, 2026
Antisemitism is pushing more Western immigration, Israeli data shows France posted the largest single-country surge, with 3,360 French Jews making the move to Israel, a 51% increase over 2024. June 22, 2026
