Defense Minister Gantz: Israel will respond to the Iranian attack The American and British governments have issued harsh warnings to the Iranian government, with UK PM Boris Johnson calling on Tehran to admit it was behind the attack on an Israel-linked ship. August 2, 2021
IDF captures 4 armed infiltrators on Gaza border There were no injuries in the incident. August 2, 2021
PA fears loss of control in Hebron as violence rages 'The Palestinian Authority shows great weakness in the face of the large clans,' said a senior Fatah official from Hebron. August 1, 2021
After 3 decades of relations, Azerbaijan opens trade office in Israel The relations between Israel and Azerbaijan are 'of a strategic nature and are based on trust and mutual respect,' said Israel's tourism minister. August 1, 2021
Israeli gymnast makes history with 1st Gold at Tokyo games Artem Dolgopyat’s outstanding achievement comes after Israel’s mixed team in judo won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics last week. By Aryeh Savir, TPS Israeli artistic gymnast Artem Dolgopyat made hist... August 1, 2021
After almost 20 years, Israel rejoins African Union This important development is mostly the product of former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s 'Israel is returning to Africa' policy and his historic visit to East Africa in July 2016. July 22, 2021
Israel hits targets in Syria, 2nd time in a week If there were in fact Hezbollah casualties in the strikes, this could mean a serious escalation, as Hezbollah has vowed to retaliate for any of its operatives killed by the IDF. July 22, 2021
Terrorist caught during arson attack south of Jerusalem Israeli fields and orchards in the area have been repeatedly hit by Palestinian arson attacks, often causing significant damage. July 21, 2021
4 Israelis injured in Jerusalem rock attacks In one incident, an Israeli couple and their infant son survived an apparent lynch attempt. July 19, 2021
‘DANGEROUS’: Lapid blasted for defining anti-Semite as ‘anyone who hates,’ watering down anti-Semitism ‘Irresponsible and Dangerous’: FM Lapid Under Fire for Saying that ‘Anti-Semites were Extremist Hutu in Rwanda who Massacred Tutsis’ July 18, 2021
Israeli government votes down 2 anti-terrorism laws The bills were formulated with the 'Choosing Life' Forum of Bereaved Families, who slammed the results. July 15, 2021
Israeli guard injured in shooting attack near Jerusalem The terrorist was identified as a 36-year-old man from the Arab village of Kafr Aqab, which is situated within Jerusalem’s municipal boundaries. July 15, 2021
Police arrest Arab for vicious assault on Jew in Tel Aviv park In the days since the attack, the victim has reportedly begun to stutter and is in a difficult emotional state. July 14, 2021
New Israeli gov’t appoints pro-PLO Arab MK to prestigious defense committee In 2008, Mara’ana said in a press interview that she would 'destroy Zichron Yaakov, and that you [Jews] should return to the United States or Poland.' July 14, 2021
Arab-Israel multi-millionaire, former Knesset candidate, arrested for spying for Iran Yaakub Abu al-Qian, who was a candidate on Moshe Yaalon’s Telem list in 2019, had a longstanding relationship with Hyder al-Mashhadani, a liaison for Iranian intelligence. July 12, 2021
Senior US official to push Israeli-Palestinian peace talks Hady Amr, due to pay a second visit to the region, is expected to push for a resumption of Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations. Abbas has expressed satisfaction with the Biden administration’s position. July 12, 2021
Police seize over 330 guns in Arab sector since beginning of 2021 'Locating and seizing the illegal weapons found in Arab communities is a top priority task for the Northern District,' the police state Sunday. July 11, 2021
Police thwarts weapons smuggling worth millions from Lebanon to Israel The police have thwarted several such attempts in recent months, from Lebanon and from Jordan. July 11, 2021
IDF demolishes home of terrorist who murdered Israeli yeshiva student The High Court of Justice rejected a petition from the terrorist's family not to tear down the home. July 8, 2021
In first, UN condemns anti-Semitic terrorism 'This is a very important and significant decision against the background of the wave of anti-Semitism in the world that is taking place these days,' Israel’s mission to the UN stated. July 7, 2021
Jerusalem-based ‘social society’ turns down over a million euros, refusing to disavow terror ties The Burj Al-Luqluq Social Center Society defines itself as a Palestinian body that is dedicated to strengthening the Palestinian identity in Jerusalem. July 6, 2021
Former Arab Knesset member investigated for incitement to terror Attorney-General Avichai Mandelblit approved the investigation. July 5, 2021
Arab-Israeli accuses Tlaib, Omar of ‘brainwashing against Israel’ 'The brainwashing against Israel led by Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar and others manages to incite against Israel and do significant damage,' said Yoseph Haddad. July 5, 2021
After 21 years, Israel honors troops of South Lebanon Army Addressing the SLA veterans, Gantz said that the campaign medals 'symbolize this moral obligation: to recognize your heroism and heritage and to see you as part of us.' July 5, 2021
Experts warn of sharp spike in daily COVID-19 cases in Israel, recommend vigilance Without a change in conduct, no slowdown is expected, and Israel can expect 1,000 daily infections within about two weeks, the Hebrew University researchers said. July 4, 2021
Terrorist killed during attack on Israeli community in Samaria Palestinian Authority sources identified the terrorist as Mohammad Fareed Hasan, in his 20s. July 4, 2021
Commander of prestigious IDF Nahal Brigade dies during training The military police launched an investigation. The findings will be submitted to the military prosecutor’s office for examination. July 1, 2021
IDF soldier stabbed, wounded in Jordan Valley attack A female soldier is receiving medical treatment after being stabbed. The terrorist was caught. July 1, 2021
2 pro-Palestinian activists arrested for torching Israeli-owned land 'The anti-Zionist B’Tselem organization has never done anything good with the millions of dollars it is fed by foreign countries,' says Matan Peleg of the Zionist Im Tirtzu organization. June 28, 2021
President Rivlin departs on diplomatic visit to US at Biden’s invitation This is Rivlin’s last official state visit before he leaves office next month. June 27, 2021
Islamic Movement fundraising to pay fines for illegal Arab construction in Jerusalem The campaign was publicized by Sheikh Safouat Frej, deputy chairman of the Southern Faction of the Islamic Movement and one of the religious figures behind Mansour Abbas’ Islamic Ra’am party in the Knesset. June 23, 2021
In first, Jewish Agency appoints Druze woman as emissary 'Gadeer Kamal-Mreeh’s personal and professional journey makes her a powerful embodiment of Israeli society’s diversity and complexity,' said Jewish Agency Director-General and CEO Amira Ahronoviz,. June 22, 2021
Police arrest 4 Arabs in renewed Jerusalem riots Sheikh Jarrah has been the scene of multiple clashes between Arab rioters and Israeli forces, including attacks on Jews and Jewish property, in recent weeks. June 22, 2021
Arab municipalities used only 60% of special equality budget, Knesset committee finds In 2016, the Likud-led government passed Resolution 922, an unprecedented, five-year, NIS 12-15 billion economic development plan for Israel’s Arab society. June 21, 2021
Police arrest 20 Arabs who targeted multiple synagogues in one city Israeli forces found stolen property from synagogues in Modi’in Illit while arresting one of the suspects. June 20, 2021
EU slams Hamas for death sentences Death penalty sentences have skyrocketed in Gaza since Hamas took control in 2007. June 19, 2021
Victim of Arab car-ramming attack in Ramla dies of injuries According to security camera footage that documented the incident, after the two assailants hit the victim, they tried running over a couple standing next to him but failed. June 16, 2021
Israel abolishes indoor mask mandate Starting Tuesday, June 15, masks are no longer mandatory indoors in Israel. June 15, 2021
Israel seizes thousands of terror-related items en route to Gaza The equipment was captured at the Beituniya crossing near Hebron, the only checkpoint for the transfer of mail between Israel, Judea and Samaria, the Gaza Strip, and abroad. June 9, 2021
New gov’t will permit rampant illegal Arab construction, says watchdog Bennett and Saar have pledged to demand that the attorney general cancel all fines and sanctions on illegal Arab construction, says the Regavim Movement. June 8, 2021
IDF captures 2 infiltrators from Lebanon following 18-hour search Israeli authorities believe the incident was not terrorism-related and involved individuals who entered the country illegally to seek work. June 7, 2021
Hamas calls for Day of Rage in Judea and Samaria IDF Special Forces arrested Sheikh Jamal Tawil, senior Hamas official in Judea and Samaria, on Tuesday night. June 3, 2021
Watchdog: PA met at least 80 times with International Criminal Court on war crimes probe of Israelis Palestinian Authority official Jamil Sajadiyeh admitted that the PA is actively supporting investigations against Israel at the ICC, in violation of condition for US aid. June 1, 2021
Arson attack from Gaza sparks blaze in southern Israel The arson attack was the first of its kind since Operation Guardian of the Walls. June 1, 2021
Amid low COVID-19 stats, Israel lifts almost all restrictions The guidelines for social distancing were eliminate and there is no longer a restriction on the size of crowds at public events. June 1, 2021
Water theft by Arabs plagues Har Hebron area Israelis discovered a pirate connection to the main water line that Arabs used to steal water from the communities of Carmel and Maon in Mount Hebron. June 1, 2021
Israel summons Mexican envoy over support for UN anti-Israel resolution The Foreign Ministry told the Mexican envoy it expected friendly countries to stand by Israel during difficult times, as Israel has done for Mexico. May 31, 2021
Philippine ambassador reprimanded for supporting UN anti-Israel resolution 'Israel expects friendly countries such as the Philippines not to support proposals that strengthen terrorism and to stand by us at this time,' said Gilad Cohen of the Foreign Ministry. May 30, 2021
Israel slams UN’s ‘shameful’ war crimes probe Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu slammed the probe as "yet another example of the UN Human Rights Council’s blatant anti-Israel obsession." By Aryeh Savir, TPS Israel harshly criticized the United Nation... May 30, 2021
Israeli police arrest suspect for throwing firebomb at Jewish home in Lod The arrests were related to a terror attack on Thursday night during which assailants threw several firebombs at Jewish homes in Lod. May 30, 2021
2 Arabs arrested for rock attack on baby Investigators arrested two suspects in their twenties who are residents of the a-Tur neighborhood in Jerusalem. May 29, 2021
Netanyahu slams ‘brazen,’ ‘false’ claims by French FM that Israel on path to apartheid The 'risk of apartheid is high,' if Israel were to continue to act 'according to a single-state logic,' France's top diplomat alleged. May 27, 2021
US plans to reopen eastern Jerusalem consulate for Palestinians; Israel opposes move Opening the consulate, which for years had served as the de facto embassy to the Palestinians, is 'an important way for our country to engage with and provide support to the Palestinian people,' Blinken said. May 26, 2021
If US rejoins nuclear deal, Israel ‘will reserve the right to defend itself,’ Netanyahu tells Blinken Netanyahu hopes the U.S. 'will not go back to the old JCPOA,' but 'whatever happens, Israel will always reserve the right to defend itself against a regime committed to our destruction.' May 25, 2021
Jews afraid to wear items showing ethnic identity, says Jewish Federations of North America With the rise in violent anti-Semitic attacks, Jews in America are scared to wear items in public that identify them as Jewish, says JFNA president and CEO Eric Fingerhut. May 24, 2021
Stabbing in Jerusalem: 2 wounded, terrorist shot The victims, in their 20s, were evacuated to a local hospital. The terrorist was killed. May 24, 2021
Hamas supporters remove leading PA Mufti from Al-Aqsa mosque Muhammad Hussein was expelled by a public of angry worshipers after refraining from mentioning Hamas’ role and not commenting on the warfare in the Gaza Strip. May 23, 2021
Presidential race: Mother of two fallen IDF soldiers takes on veteran politician Miriam Peretz is an Israel Prize laureate who lost two of her sons during their service in the IDF. By Aryeh Savir, TPS Isaac Herzog and Miriam Peretz have officially announced their candidacy for the nex... May 23, 2021
Bangladesh eliminates ban on travel to Israel In the past, Bangladeshi citizens who visited Israel were punished and even sentenced to prison. May 23, 2021
Czech, Slovak, German foreign ministers in Israel on solidarity visit Czech Foreign Minister Kulhanek said his visit is 'first and foremost, a demonstration of the Czech Republic’s unwavering support for Israel in these difficult times.' May 20, 2021
