Tens of thousands attended priestly blessing in Jerusalem Tens of thousands of Israelis and tourists received the Sukkot priestly blessing at the Kotel. October 9, 2017
Palestinians Murder Jewish Employer in Samaria A Jewish man was found stabbed to death in an industrial zone in Samaria, apparently by local laborers. October 4, 2017
Israeli university’s online course to be ‘attended’ by Pakistani, Afghani students Students from Muslim-majority nations such as Pakistan and Afghanistan are among those signing up for an innovative online program offered by Israel's Bar Ilan University. October 4, 2017
Poll: Most Arab citizens have positive attitude towards Israel Most Arab Israelis expressed positive views of the nation, with a mere 13% ranking the Palestinian conflict as their top concern. September 28, 2017
Palestinian terror worse after ‘failed’ Oslo accords, warns Israeli official “Twenty-four years after the Oslo agreements were signed, we must admit: the Oslo agreement failed," lamented a top Israeli official. September 14, 2017
Stabbing attack on IDF soldier thwarted near Hebron Late Wednesday afternoon, a civilian passerby thwarted a stabbing attack on an IDF soldier on the outskirts of Hebron. September 13, 2017
Israel’s high court rejects draft exemption for yeshiva students Israel's High Court of Justice struck down a 2015 law that delayed ultra-Orthodox mandatory military service, saying that the law “did damage to the principle of equality.” September 12, 2017
Israeli president warns Germans: Iran could ‘sink whole region into war’ Rivlin warned Merkel that Iran was leading the “subversion” of Muslim youth across the Middle East, threatening Israel and the entire region's stability in the process. September 7, 2017
Jaffa theater faces cut in subsidies over support for terrorism A Jaffa theater could lose state funding after hosting an event supporting an Israeli-Arab poet who served time in prison for incitement to terror. September 6, 2017
Israeli exports set to top $100 billion for first time Israel's economy continues to boom as exports are expected to top $100 billion by the end of the year. August 31, 2017
Israeli diplomats return to embassy in Egypt after 8-month hiatus The staff of Israel's embassy in Cairo returned to their posts after the facility was shut down due to credible threats of violence. August 29, 2017
Court trying to force Israelis to leave Hebron compound An Israeli group whose Hebron property purchase has been disputed by Palestinians now faces an unfavorable court ruling. August 28, 2017
Defense Minister: No more lopsided prisoner swaps with Hamas Israel will not agree to release Hamas terrorists in exchange for Israeli bodies, Liberman clarified. August 27, 2017
Iran fills the vacuum left by ISIS, Israeli spy chief warns Spy chief Yossi Cohen cautions against Iran's growing influence and menacing aspirations in the region, filling the void for ISIS. August 21, 2017
Netanyahu slams media, Israeli left for ‘trying to topple me’ Netanyahu blasted the left and the media for creating “endless stories and endless headlines,” hoping to bring him down. August 10, 2017
Soldier who shot neutralized terrorist begins prison sentence Surrounded by several dozens of supporters who say he's a hero, Elor Azaria began his prison sentence Wednesday. August 9, 2017
IDF soldier who shot brutal family-killing terrorist gets award for bravery The soldier honored for neutralizing a terrorist said he'd prefer it had never happened. August 9, 2017
Netanyahu blasts minister for ‘undermining’ him amid corruption scandal Netanyahu went on the offensive, accusing his transportation minister of planning to replace him should he be forced to resign. August 8, 2017
Veteran IDF pilot dies in crash during training exercise The IDF is investigating a tragic incident in which a veteran helicopter pilot died in a crash during a training exercise. August 8, 2017
Iranian journalist, granted refuge in Israel, nabbed by Turkish authorities Israel granted an Iranian journalist asylum in Israel, but she never boarded her flight, having been arrested in Turkey. August 7, 2017
In first, Israeli court revokes citizenship of Arab terrorist An Israeli court revoked the citizenship of an Arab convicted of carrying out a 2015 terror attack, causing serious injuries. August 6, 2017
‘Times are changing,’ declares one among over 1,000 Jewish visitors to Temple Mount "Unbelievable! Over 1,000 Jews so far have ascended the Temple Mount... This number is unprecedented! Times are changing." August 1, 2017
5 Arabs arrested for Temple Mount incitement Israeli forces arrested five Arabs for inciting terror, with social media implicated in the crimes. July 31, 2017
Netanyahu, Liberman call for IDF ‘Hebron Shooter’ to be pardoned Netanyahu and Liberman, supported by the right, are calling for Elor Azaria to be pardoned. July 30, 2017
Netanyahu threatens to expel Al-Jazeera for inciting violence at Temple Mount For the second time in several weeks, Netanyahu is threatening to expel Al-Jazeera from Israel, saying the network has been inciting violence. July 27, 2017
Thousands of Muslims flood Temple Mount area, 100 injured in riots At least 100 people were injured in riots after thousands of Muslims entered the Temple Mount area and began throwing stones at police. July 27, 2017
Bennett exposes Arab Knesset members’ ‘blood libel’ against Israel Education Minister Naftali Bennett highlighted the culpability of Arab Knesset members, who have remained silent in the face of barbaric attacks by Palestinian terrorists. July 26, 2017
Hebron Jewish families in standoff with IDF over response to terror In response to what they see as 'weakness vis-a-vis our enemies,' dozens of Hebron residents are in a standoff with the IDF. July 25, 2017
Japanese firm buys Israeli pharmaceuticals company for $1.1 billion Japan's Mitsubishi Tanabe acquired Israel's NeuroDerm, the largest-ever purchase of an Israeli pharmaceuticals company and the biggest buyout by a Japanese company. July 25, 2017
After Temple Mount ‘victory,’ Arab MKs set sights on Western Wall Arabs celebrating their 'victory' at the Temple Mount are extending their struggle for control in Jerusalem to the Western Wall. July 25, 2017
Israeli embassy staff returns to Israel from Jordan After a tense day of negotiations, Israel's Amman-based embassy staff, including a wounded guard, were released from Jordan. July 25, 2017
Israel closes diplomatic missions in Turkey, staff works from home Israeli diplomatic staff in Turkey are working from home amid rising security threats over the Temple Mount crisis and Erdogan's hostility towards the Jewish state. July 24, 2017
10,000 Israelis mourn 3 Solomon family victims of terror Over 10,000 people attended the funeral for the three Solomon family victims of Palestinian terror who were savagely stabbed to death during their Shabbat meal at home. July 23, 2017
French President to Netanyahu: Anti-Zionism is Anti-Semitism At a memorial ceremony for French-Jewish Holocaust victims, Macron acknowledged that anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism. July 16, 2017
Israel, Palestinians ink historic water deal A milestone agreement reached by Israel and the PA should have far-reaching benefits, although it would not necessarily help jumpstart peace talks. July 13, 2017
‘We have had a violent past ourselves,’ Irish foreign minister tells Rivlin Meeting with the Israeli president, Coveney attempted to mitigate the rebuke he got from Netanyahu the previous day over Ireland's pro-Palestinian stance. July 13, 2017
Netanyahu chides Irish foreign minister over support for Palestinians In talks with the Irish foreign minister in Jerusalem, Netanyahu criticized Dublin's pro-Palestinian stance despite the PA's incitement and glorification of terror. July 11, 2017
Israel’s Labor party elects Avi Gabbay next chairman The Israeli left has elected a new leader. Will he bring change? July 11, 2017
Defense Minister: No breakthrough with Hamas on missing Israelis Israel refutes reported progress with Hamas regarding five Israelis who disappeared in Gaza, while leaders express opposition to a terrorist-information swap. July 9, 2017
Israeli security forces thwart major terror attack in Jerusalem Vigilant Israeli security forces thwarted a Palestinian terror attack in Jerusalem. July 5, 2017
Israel will not ‘remain indifferent’ to Iranian missile factory in Lebanon There is no place for Iran or Assad in Syria’s future, Liberman said, while stressing that Israel will not hesitate to react to security threats. July 3, 2017
Netanyahu approves ‘trial run’ for Temple Mount visits by lawmakers After almost a two-year ban on visits by lawmakers to the Temple Mount, Netanyahu has approved a week-long trial run. July 2, 2017
Fearing attacks by Hezbollah, Israel upgrades barrier at Lebanon border Fearing that Hezbollah might stage a ground invasion of the Jewish state, Israel is building an upgraded barrier at the border with Lebanon. June 26, 2017
Israel faces battle for Jerusalem and Hebron at UN conference Israel will face another two Arab-sponsored UNESCO resolutions attempting to erase the Jewish ties to the Land of Israel. June 26, 2017
Israel bars UNESCO from Hebron Israel has turned down UNESCO's request to visit Hebron, citing 'politicization' of the holy site. June 25, 2017
Government freezes Jerusalem construction, report claims Netanyahu denies an Army Radio report that the government has imposed a building freeze on 6,000 housing units in the Israeli capital. June 19, 2017
Israeli researchers find male-only longevity gene mutation Immortality may be a long way off, but for males, there seems to be progress. June 19, 2017
Expert: Cancelling Terror Payouts Would Be ‘Political Suicide’ for Abbas Palestinian society overwhelmingly views funding to the families of terrorists as necessary social welfare payments. June 18, 2017
ISIS claims responsibility for Jerusalem terror attack ISIS is competing with Palestinian terrorists for recognition as both claim to have carried out the stabbing to death of a 23-year-old border policewoman in Jerusalem's Old City. June 18, 2017
Lawmakers call for world pressure on Hamas to release captives Several Members of Knesset, together with the families of Israelis held captive by Hamas, appealed to the international community to work towards their release. June 15, 2017
Israel to Test Arrow 3 Missile in Alaska Israel will test its Arrow 3 anti-ballistic defense missile outside of the country for the first time in 2018. June 12, 2017
Knesset advances bill cutting funds to PA over terrorist stipends Israel seeks to penalize the PA, which offers an incentive to potential terrorists by paying salaries to Palestinian prisoners. June 12, 2017
Israeli commandos to train in Cyprus Mountains The IDF is participating in a major military exercise in Cyprus, focusing on survival strategies in mountainous areas. June 8, 2017
NYC turns blue and white in honor of Israel parade Tens of thousands of marchers flooded New York's main avenue in honor of Israel. June 5, 2017
Mayor Barkat: Jerusalem is experiencing a renaissance Mayor Barkat said that Jerusalem is flourishing, while conceding that much work can be done towards making Israel's capital even greater. May 24, 2017
Stabbing attack thwarted in Jerusalem’s Old City Israel Police reported an attempted stabbing attack at Damascus Gate outside the Old City of Jerusalem Sunday evening. May 7, 2017
Netanyahu: Israel depends on the ‘sacrifice’ of ‘our sons and daughters’ 'Our lives continue to depend on the willingness of our sons and daughters to sacrifice themselves,' Netanyahu stated on Israel Memorial Day. May 1, 2017
Israeli court sentences Palestinian murderer to six years The lenient sentence given to the Palestinian terrorist who murdered a 24-year-old Jewish visitor to Joseph's Tomb in Samaria 'constitutes a double blow to the [victim's] family,' their attorney stated. April 18, 2017
Netanyahu rival Gideon Saar returns to politics Former Likud minister Gideon Sa’ar told party activists that 'the timeout is over' as he announced his return to the political stage. April 3, 2017
Bereaved families slam release of notorious Palestinian terrorist The release of an infamous Palestinian terrorist after a retrial has particularly upset families of terror victims. March 30, 2017
