‘Calm down’: Smotrich rebukes coalition partners for public squabbles The Religious Zionism party leader tried easing tensions, likely to prevent the government from collapsing. May 3, 2023
National security minister to boycott Knesset votes over ‘weak response in Gaza’ 'Following the weak response in Gaza tonight, the Otzma Yehudit faction decided not to attend the Knesset votes today, and will hold a special faction meeting in the city of Sderot.' May 3, 2023
Widow of security prisoner who died in Israeli jail calls on terror groups not to retaliate Adnan had refused to undergo medical tests or receive medical treatment during his hunger strike. May 2, 2023
Female Israeli emergency first responders hold mass casualty exercise Drill 'will be vital to them should they ever face such a scenario in the field,' says United Hatzalah president. May 2, 2023
Stormy Knesset summer session begins Government gears up to meet May 29th deadline for passing state budget, while under pressure to pass new haredi draft bill, death penalty for terrorists bill, and the controversial judicial reform package. April 30, 2023
Veterans of Israel’s War of Independence say the Holocaust was not why they fought 3,000 years of Jewish history, not the Holocaust, inspired Israel's soldiers to reclaim the Jewish historic homeland. April 30, 2023
Israeli researchers develop drought-resistant tomato Team at Hebrew University isolate tomato genes, allowing for development of drought-resistant, high-yield tomato variety. April 27, 2023
Israeli population approaches 10 million on 75th Independence Day The population of the Jewish state is expected to reach 15.2 million in 2048 ,when the country celebrates its 100th anniversary. April 26, 2023
Israeli archaeologists emotional over 75-year-old compass found at Independence Day battle site The find coincides with the celebration of Israel's 75th anniversary. April 24, 2023
Israelis in Sudan said to be safe as West evacuates Khartoum Khartoum has around 40 million people to feed and is in 'desperate need' of Israeli agritech and assistance, says Dr. Yechiel Leiter of the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs. April 23, 2023
New app finds graves of fallen Israeli soldiers 'Memory Paths' provides the most direct route to the site along with other relevant information. April 21, 2023
Israel opens new embassy near Iranian border Foreign Minister Eli Cohen travels to Turkmenistan for opening of new Israeli embassy - just 10 miles from the Iranian border. April 20, 2023
Israeli trade delegation drumming up business in India 'I am convinced that the common desire and mutual visits, such as this delegation, will deepen the trade relations between the two economies and contribute to the trend of strengthening bilateral relations in recent years.' April 16, 2023
Israel-church tensions rise ahead of Jerusalem’s Holy Fire ceremony After 2021 Meron tragedy, police impose limit on number of participants at ceremony at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, raising the ire of church officials. April 14, 2023
5 lives saved by organs from terror victim Lucy Dee Lucy (Leah) Dee was laid to rest Tuesday afternoon at the Gush Etzion Regional Cemetery. April 13, 2023
Two confirmed dead in flash floods in Israel, many rescued Despite severe weather warnings, Israelis and tourists frequented popular attractions that become hazardous under such conditions. April 11, 2023
Yad Vashem criticizes new Poland deal on educational tours The deal includes 'problematic locations that aren't okay to visit on an educational trip,' Yad Vashem said in a statement. April 10, 2023
Rocket from Gaza hits Sderot home; Iron Dome fails to intercept, IDF confirms The residents, including a nine-month-old baby, were unharmed. April 7, 2023
Hamas terrorist attack near the Temple Mount foiled Israeli security forces foil Hamas terrorist plot in Jerusalem. April 2, 2023
Soldier injured in Gush Etzion ramming attack released from hospital, two others in stable condition IDF soldier injured in ramming attack discharged from hospital overnight, while two others remain hospitalized in serious and moderate condition. April 2, 2023
IDF’s ‘Special in Uniform’ program gives disabled Israelis a chance to serve Diagnosed with autism at the age of nine, Amit Smuchi managed to join the IDF, thanks to the Special in Uniform program, becoming the lead singer of an army band. March 31, 2023
Saudi journalist visiting Israel hints Riyadh wants role in administering Jerusalem holy sites Amid hopes of expanding the Abraham Accords to include Saudi Arabia, Saudi journalist visiting Israel hints that Riyadh may demand influence over Jerusalem holy sites. March 30, 2023
Israeli embassies join strike against judicial overhaul Foreign Ministry workers' union joins Histadrut strike against government's judicial reform. March 27, 2023
Israel helping Africa build ‘Great Green Wall’ to contain the Sahara Israeli initiative aims to help African countries bordering on the Sahara stop the climate change-fueled encroachment of the desert on arable land with a green buffer. March 26, 2023
Knesset passes Impeachment Law protecting Netanyahu Law will bar the Supreme Court from forcing prime minister to recuse himself. March 23, 2023
‘The gun is on the table’: Lapid slams justice minister for threatening to disobey court ruling 'We legislated and implemented without fear the mandate that the public gave us … We will have a method for appointing judges that is fair, just and includes everyone,' Levin said. March 21, 2023
Zero tolerance for incitement: Ben-Gvir shuts down PA radio station operating in Jerusalem Voice of Palestine is a 'hostile media channel that broadcasts incitement on behalf of the Palestinian Authority,' the minister said. March 20, 2023
MK pushing for judicial overhaul floats compromise, gets flak from both sides Simcha Rothman, chair of the Knesset Constitution, Law, and Justice Committee, was criticized by both sides after proposing a compromise. March 20, 2023
Mother gives birth a month after losing 2 sons in car-ramming attack The seriously wounded father was at his wife's side during the delivery. March 15, 2023
REVEALED: What’s inside the memoirs of the late Palestinian architect of the Oslo Accords? Since Qurei's death last month, the people closest to him have revealed some surprising information. March 15, 2023
Police bust Arab weapons traffickers in Israeli cities, Judea and Samaria; 31 arrested More than 400 policemen raided homes and other locations in eastern Jerusalem, Lod, Samaria and the Binyamin area. March 14, 2023
Swarming robots could save lives with Israeli engineering innovation Robot swarms are expected to one day have an impact on disaster response, marine and space exploration, construction, military technology, and other tasks too dangerous for humans. March 13, 2023
IDF unit ambushed in Samaria, three terrorists killed in gun battle Terror cell ambushes IDF reconnaissance unit in Samaria, sparking gun battle that leaves three terrorists dead, one arrested. March 12, 2023
Terrorists who murdered IDF soldier fan flames of Ramadan from Turkey 'Things are going to escalate in Ramadan, and we are on the verge of hot days,' said former Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal, who continues representing the terror organization abroad. March 11, 2023
No more genetic tests for embryo-swap baby, Israeli court rules The list of potential biological mothers had been narrowed down to 10 women. March 9, 2023
Artifact with name of King Ahasuerus’ father is not authentic, IAA says Israel Antiquities Authority walks back announcement on discovery of shard purportedly 2,500 years old bearing name of Persian king mentioned in the Book of Esther. March 5, 2023
First Israeli commercial flight crosses Omani skies Just days after Oman announces it will permit Israeli flights through its airspace, El Al plane becomes the first Israeli commercial flight to fly over Oman. February 27, 2023
‘Day of great news’: Oman opens its skies to Israeli planes Despite no formal ties between Israel and Oman, the Gulf Arab state announces it will open its skies to Israeli aircraft. February 23, 2023
Israel on alert along Gaza border following heavy clashes in Samaria A Hamas spokesman denounced what he called Israeli 'aggression against our people' but stopped short of threatening to fire rockets. February 22, 2023
NASA to launch Israel’s first space telescope in 2026 The launch is part of a new partnership between NASA and Israel’s Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology. February 22, 2023
Eye-opener: South African activist abandons BDS movement after trip to Israel South African university student Klaas Mokgomole couldn't find a blacks-only restroom at Ben-Gurion International Airport. February 21, 2023
Palestinians claim new US-mediated understandings reached with Israel to lower tensions It wasn’t clear what active steps the Palestinians would take, if any, to lower tensions in eastern Jerusalem ahead of Ramadan. February 20, 2023
Israeli forces prevent another Jerusalem terror attack, Palestinians with weapons arrested at checkpoint Security forces prevented another deadly attack in the capital on Wednesday. February 15, 2023
Israeli foreign minister arrives in Turkey for solidarity visit The IDF's "Operation Olive Branches" search and rescue mission pulled 19 people from the debris. February 14, 2023
Syrian victims of Turkish earthquake shocked to be treated by Israelis 'In some cases, they were very emotional, very surprised that the Israelis weren’t who they were told we are.' February 13, 2023
President Herzog calls for compromise on judicial reform, urges Netanyahu to delay overhaul Leader of the Opposition Yair Lapid welcomed the president's suggestions. There was no immediate comment from Netanyahu. February 12, 2023
Woman arrested for protesting in underwear at Western Wall Police arrest 35-year-old woman for protesting in her underwear at the Western Wall Plaza. February 12, 2023
Israel seals off home of Jerusalem terrorist ahead of demolition Israeli security forces seal off home of family of the terrorist responsible for Friday's deadly ramming attack in Jerusalem's Ramot neighborhood. February 12, 2023
In the shadow of catastrophe: ‘The bet on Iran was a disaster for the Syrians’ 'Syria is to blame for the difficult situation that befell the residents under the earthquake disaster.' February 8, 2023
Gaza Sources: Hamas not likely to retaliate for Jericho raid 'Senior officials of the political bureau recently emphasized that they have no interest in a military confrontation with Israel in the Gaza Strip,' a source told TPS. February 6, 2023
Israeli Embassy and Indian Jews mark Tu B’Shevat holiday with ancient ceremony Israel’s embassy in India marked the holiday of Tu B’Shevat with a festive Malida ceremony on Monday. February 6, 2023
Terrorist’s family confirms deadly attack targeted Ben-Gvir Muhammad al-Jabari, a cancer patient, wanted to die assassinating the internal security minister, a family source said. February 1, 2023
Palestinian official: Low-key security coordination continues with Israel 'The PA does not maintain an open coordination due to pressure from the Palestinian street, which denounces the coordination.' February 1, 2023
Brain activity can predict political orientation, Israeli researchers find 'If we try to understand how people who hold opposite political views to ours experience the world, we might be able to conduct a slightly more effective public discussion.' January 31, 2023
Jerusalem synagogue massacre: Who were the victims? Seven people were massacred on Friday evening at the beginning of the Jewish sabbath; another three were wounded. Who were the innocent victims? January 29, 2023
Israel cracks down on illegal Palestinian water connections Israel's Civil Administration arrests Palestinian Arabs over water theft, after illegal water connections to Israeli infrastructure discovered. January 26, 2023
Why are Palestinians threatening to join Israeli cellular networks? About 500,000 people subscribe to Palestinian cellular companies, but a new tax is making them think twice about it. January 25, 2023
Herzog calls for dialogue, fears ‘internal struggle that could end us’ 'We need to know how to manage the dispute' over judicial reform, the president said. 'We are not succeeding even to argue.' January 24, 2023
Palestinians planning attack at Rachel’s Tomb arrested The suspects were arrested at their homes in a Palestinian village, near the holy site. January 23, 2023
‘Celebrity’: Arab-Israeli terrorist released after 40 years in prison Authorities working to prevent mass celebrations of terrorist's release, as minister pushes to nullify terrorist's Israeli citizenship. January 19, 2023
