Israel to empower cities and towns to lead renewable energy projects Holon runs neighborhood mapping and solar group purchasing initiatives, while Beitar Illit uses an educational board game to promote energy awareness. June 22, 2026
Israel congratulates Colombia’s de la Espriella on election victory Sa'ar added that he has invited the president-elect to visit Israel and hopes to welcome him in Jerusalem soon. June 22, 2026
Israeli Defense Minister: No restrictions on soldiers in Lebanon Over the weekend five IDF soldiers were killed following drone and missile attacks on troops in the area. June 21, 2026
Israeli military maps Lebanon deployment, signals no withdrawal The map indicates that Israeli forces have advanced deeper into Lebanese territory in recent months. June 18, 2026
Israeli soldier killed, seven injured in Hezbollah attack According to the IDF, the incident occurred during operations in southern Lebanon when explosive devices were activated against troops. June 18, 2026
Israel Supreme Court upholds detention of Hamas-linked hospital director According to Hamas’ Military Medical Services and Palestinian media reports, he holds the rank of colonel in the organization’s medical division. June 17, 2026
Israel approves national AI plan to strengthen technological self-reliance A key pillar of the plan is the expansion of sovereign computing infrastructure, increasing Israel’s ability to build and control advanced computing power domestically. June 16, 2026
Israel shifts Hebron planning authority to Israeli civil administration Responsibility for municipal services in Hebron’s Jewish community will shift from the Palestinian municipality to Israeli authorities and the Israel Defense Forces. June 16, 2026
‘Once-in-a-lifetime find’: Intact Roman statues unearthed in Israeli excavation Each statue weighs about 60 kilograms and is 55 centimeters tall. June 15, 2026
Israel reclaims state land in City of David heritage site Evidence of antiquities looting was identified in burial caves, which had been used as warehouses and unregulated animal pens. June 15, 2026
Airport space dispute over US refueling jets threatens 2.4 million ticket cancellations Regev has proposed relocating some of the aircraft to Israel Air Force bases or alternative civilian airfields to ease congestion. June 14, 2026
Somaliland president makes historic Israel visit, pledges closer security ties Officials in Hargeisa are interested in cooperating in areas such as energy, infrastructure, and agriculture. June 14, 2026
Israel unveils $1.3B boost for northern infrastructure and services Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the initiative represents a long-term transformation rather than a short-term recovery effort. June 11, 2026
Knesset advances bill recognizing Torah study as national value amid coalition split Tensions within the coalition surfaced after Shas initially pushed language calling for equality of rights between soldiers and Haredi students. June 11, 2026
Israel confirms deaths of senior Islamic Jihad figures in Gaza The three were heavily involved in orchestrating attacks against the IDF. June 8, 2026
Israelis arrested for spying for Hamas, Iran Two Israelis were arrested, one for spying on behalf of Iran and the other its terror proxy, Hamas. June 8, 2026
Bank of Israel buys $801 million in foreign exchange amid shekel volatility At the end of May, Israel’s foreign exchange reserves reached a record $238.681 billion, an increase of about $2.95 billion from April. June 7, 2026
Israel sees sharp rise in workplace AI use across sectors Among companies already using AI, the most common application by far is administrative and business processes—including strategic planning and recruitment—cited by about 63 percent of AI-using firms. June 5, 2026
Israeli ministry report links aid workers to Hamas, Islamic Jihad The ministry argued that the findings may indicate a broader pattern in which terror operatives use humanitarian organizations as cover, benefiting from the credibility and access such organizations provide. June 4, 2026
First woman finishes training in elite Israeli special operations unit as roles expand The program was described as equivalent in scope and intensity to the standard male training track, with limited adjustments based on individual requirements and operational standards. June 4, 2026
Cracks emerge in Israeli leadership over US-brokered Hezbollah ceasefire Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir opposed the framework, warning it would restrict Israel’s operational flexibility. June 4, 2026
Instagram algorithm pushes users toward antisemitic content within days, watchdog warns The researchers noted that antisemitic content appeared during the first session before any meaningful engagement history had developed, indicating early-stage algorithmic exposure. June 3, 2026
Israeli study points to new treatment strategy for prostate cancer The findings also raise a clinical consideration regarding the use of steroid-based medications in advanced prostate cancer. June 3, 2026
Motorola Solutions to acquire Israeli counter-drone firm D-Fend for $1.5b According to D-Fend, annual revenue has grown by more than 50% in each of the past three years, and the company expects revenue to reach $185 million in 2026. June 2, 2026
Israel sets record $19.2b in defense exports in 2025 Geographically, the largest percentage of sales, 36%, was with Europe, while Asia and the Pacific accounted for another 32%. June 2, 2026
Israel inaugurates new embassy in Fiji Sa’ar praised Fiji’s consistent support for Israel in international forums, including its intervention on Israel’s behalf at International Court of Justice hearings in The Hague. June 2, 2026
Israeli High Court clears way for Roman Gofman to become Mossad chief The 50-year-old Gofman was born in Belarus and moved to Israel with his family when he was 14. June 1, 2026
Israel to target Hezbollah’s Dahiyeh stronghold in Beirut as rocket, drone attacks persist Following the capture of the strategic Beaufort ridge, the IDF said its expanded ground operations in southern Lebanon will also continue. June 1, 2026
Northern Israel under heavy Hezbollah fire as troops push deeper into Lebanon The IDF announced that troops crossed the Litani River and seized control of the Beaufort Ridge and the nearby Wadi al-Saluki area. May 31, 2026
Cyprus remands Palestinians in suspected terror plot, signals crackdown after attack on Israelis The case comes days after three Israeli nationals were assaulted in central Nicosia, in a separate incident that also drew an immediate response from Cypriot authorities. May 31, 2026
Hamas financier killed in Gaza airstrike The strike also killed Mohammed al-Habash, a commander in Hamas’ weapons production headquarters, who had been involved in manufacturing armaments throughout the war. May 28, 2026
New Israeli AI tool helps rescue workers navigate collapsed buildings The team is currently beta-testing the system with the municipality of Nahariya, a city in northern Israel often targeted by Hezbollah. May 28, 2026
Israel’s Muslim population reaches 1.85 million ahead of Eid al-Adha In Israel’s elementary and secondary schools, 408,900 Muslim students were enrolled during the 2024-2025 academic year. May 26, 2026
Cybersecurity gaps leave Israeli emergency agencies exposed, state comptroller warns Approximately 65% of ministries continued using a flawed remote access system for months after serious security weaknesses were discovered. May 26, 2026
Northern Israel braces for escalation as Hezbollah drone attacks intensify Military officials said more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites were hit on Monday, including command centers, weapons depots, and other operational facilities. May 26, 2026
Bank of Israel cuts interest rate to 3.75% amid strong shekel and easing inflation Inflation in Israel remains around the midpoint of the government’s 1% to 3% target range, with annual inflation in April recorded at 1.9%. May 25, 2026
Two killed in light airplane crash in northern Israel The victims were transported to HaEmek Medical Center, where doctors continued resuscitation attempts. May 24, 2026
El Al posts first quarterly loss since 2023 amid war El Al reported a net loss of about $67 million, compared with a $96 million profit in the corresponding quarter of 2025. May 21, 2026
‘Epochal’: Report projects Israel to become majority home of world’s Jews within a decade According to the report, Jewish communities across the United States and Europe are aging and shrinking. May 20, 2026
Israel OKs $85M investment in heritage sites across Judea and Samaria The centers are intended to serve as hubs for research, education and tourism, alongside multi-year upgrades to visitor infrastructure aimed at attracting Israeli and international visitors. May 20, 2026
Sa’ar heads to Czech Republic for state visit focusing on trade, security ties According to Israeli officials, bilateral trade between the countries reached more than $1.4 billion in 2023, reflecting steadily growing economic ties. May 19, 2026
Knesset advances controversial bill shifting archaeological authority in Judea and Samaria If passed, the new authority would be empowered to carry out excavations, conservation work, research, and site development, as well as to manage and restore antiquities. May 19, 2026
Israel receives Somaliland’s first ambassador following historic recognition Officials in Hargeisa are interested in cooperating in areas such as energy, infrastructure, and agriculture. May 18, 2026
Israeli president to receive credentials of first Somaliland envoy as ties deepen Israel is reportedly interested in establishing a base in Somaliland to counter Houthi and Iranian threats to Red Sea shipping. May 17, 2026
IDF eliminates senior Hamas commander, Oct. 7th architect Izz al-Din al-Haddad in Gaza strike Images circulating from Gaza after the strike appeared to show flames continuing to burn inside the targeted apartment for an extended period following the attack. May 16, 2026
Most Israeli-Arabs support civic service and coalition participation, poll shows Support forvoluntary non-military civic service was found across age groups and genders, including among younger respondents aged 18 to 34, where nearly 70% supported the concept. May 15, 2026
Israel to sue NY Times for accusing IDF of Raping Palestinian Prisoners The Foreign Ministry also accused the newspaper of publishing Kristof’s column despite having previously received Israeli material documenting sexual violence committed by Hamas. May 14, 2026
Thousands visit Joseph’s Tomb as Israeli leaders push for permanent Jewish presence The renewed daytime prayers are part of what organizers described as a broader campaign to restore a continuous Jewish presence at the site and eventually return the Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva to the compound. May 13, 2026
Huckabee: Hamas will be disarmed, but ‘I don’t know who will do it’ The ambassador also confirmed that Israel deployed an Iron Dome battery and military personnel to the United Arab Emirates. May 12, 2026
Sa’ar rejects EU move to sanction Israelis, condemns Hamas comparison The report said the sanctions would apply to several Israeli organizations and their leaders accused by European officials of supporting extremist activity. May 11, 2026
Draft, death penalty, and October 7 probe to dominate as Knesset reconvenes A major battle is expected over legislation creating a government-appointed commission to investigate failures surrounding the October 7, 2023 Hamas massacre. May 10, 2026
Family outraged after lesser murder charge filed in teen stabbing case Prosecutors allege the stabbing severed a major artery, causing massive blood loss that led to Zelka’s death the following day. May 10, 2026
Northern Israel braces for retaliation after Beirut strike kills Hezbollah commander The IDF Northern Command ordered the cancellation of special exemptions that had allowed large open-air events. May 7, 2026
Report exposes network of fake AI rabbis promoting antisemitism on TikTok Together, the accounts amassed more than 950,000 followers and generated over 10 million likes. May 6, 2026
Parents, not sirens, drive children’s stress levels during war, researchers say While about 66% of parents reported experiencing three or more sirens per day, only 13.3% of children were reported to show high levels of stress. May 4, 2026
Inland port initiative approved to reduce bottlenecks at Israeli seaports Professional studies found that inland ports could reduce bottlenecks at seaports, decrease heavy truck traffic on major roads, and improve the efficiency of the national economy. May 4, 2026
Netanyahu trial hearing scrapped amid security update and plea agreement signals Netanyahu is on trial in three separate corruption cases involving allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. May 4, 2026
President Herzog begins four-day Latin America visit Israel is the only Middle Eastern country with which Panama maintains a formal free trade agreement. May 3, 2026
Israeli military officer indicted for smuggling contraband into Gaza According to the charges, the officer knew the goods were entering Gaza without authorization or oversight and understood they could reach terrorist groups operating in the territory, including Hamas. April 30, 2026
Israel registers 45% rise in mental health-related emergencies In severe cases, such as a potential risk of self-harm or harm to others, the police are also notified. April 30, 2026
