Israeli FM: Iran is deceiving the world and Israel can prove it'We've presented [our allies] with concrete intelligence that proves that Iran is systematically deceiving the world,' FM Lapid says, as nuclear talks resume in Vienna. December 27, 2021
Children’s author Chaim Walder found dead, suicide suspectedWalder, 52, who lived in B'nai Brak, was facing numerous accusations of rape and sexual assault against minors. December 27, 2021
Undercover Israeli agent attacked during arrest operationBorder policemen pelted with rocks and had to shoot in the air to clear rioters in a Bedouin village in the Negev. December 27, 2021
Israel will not introduce ‘fascistic’ vaccine mandate, minister says'We aren’t a fascistic country,' Minister Ze'ev Elkin said, in defense of the government's latest COVID restrictions. December 27, 2021
Orthodox Jewish teen shot in head in BaltimoreThe boy is in critical condition; sources say the victim may have known his assailant. December 27, 2021
Iranian commander: We will cut off Israel’s hands if they make a wrong moveFive-day military exercise included ballistic missiles capable of reaching Israel. December 27, 2021
Israel only missing ‘concentration camps’ in treatment of unvaccinated – Likud MKIsrael is acting like Austria, according the MK, a country which recently imposed a lockdown on the unvaccinated in its borders. December 26, 2021
US pressures Israel to ease travel restrictions on Palestinian Americans in return for thisPalestinian Americans will be able to more freely enter Israel through Ben Gurion airport, as a condition for Israel joining the US visa waiver program. December 26, 2021
UN General Assembly gives go-ahead to Israeli war crimes inquiryThe General Assembly has approved an open-ended inquiry into Israel's actions in Israel, Gaza, and Judea and Samaria. December 26, 2021
Golan Heights plan: 1 billion shekels for development, strengthening Israeli presenceGovernment announces massive budget aimed at doubling population of Golan Heights, transforming area into renewable energy capital of Israel. December 26, 2021
NY Gov. vetoes ‘anti-Hasidic’ land restrictions billOrthodox Jewish groups welcome decision, while local politicians deny legislation had discriminatory intent. December 26, 2021
‘Shrouded in secrecy’: No flag raised or anthem played for Israeli gold medalist in OmanKiteboarder Gal Zuckerman won the event in the Youth Sailing World Championships but could tell no one in real time of her victory. December 26, 2021
Iran threatens to ‘liberate’ Jerusalem, blow up nuclear reactorIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps tweets that it will level Tel Aviv and Dimona, return control of Jerusalem to Muslim hands. December 26, 2021
IDF holding 80% of terrorists’ bodies for potential exchangeDefense Ministry says its policy hasn’t changed although four bodies were recently returned to their families. December 26, 2021
Israeli forces demolish buildings in Jewish Samaria town'The decision of Bennett's leftist government to evacuate Jews from a place where a Jew was murdered, rewards terrorism,' MK Avi Maoz said. December 24, 2021
Al-Aqsa preacher blames Israeli gov’t, media and homosexuality for spread of OmicronThe prominent Islamic leader blamed the media and government that 'allow and encourage homosexuality' for the spread of COVID-19. December 24, 2021
Celebration of life: Dying Brooklyn rabbi has final pastrami on rye at favorite deliRabbi Israel 'Sy' Dresner marked a life well lived with a trip to Katz's Deli. December 23, 2021
Lebanese attorneys file lawsuit against Hezbollah leader Nasrallah over Beirut clashesThe lawsuit 'has nothing to do with politics' and is all about 'finding justice for the affected families,' the attorneys said. December 23, 2021
Thousands protest planned demolition of Samaria yeshiva where terror victim studied'We ask the leaders of the country and the army to allow everyone who wants to comfort us in our deep distress to go up to Homesh,' Dimentman's family stated. December 23, 2021
Arab-Israeli lawmaker slammed for calling Israel ‘Jewish state’MK Abbas appeared unruffled by the brouhaha, doubling down on his comments in a Facebook post on Wednesday. December 23, 2021
Arab security guard who attacked Jewish lawmaker exposed as a Hamas supporterThe right-wing MK feels vindicated for drawing his weapon when Arab parking lot security guards cursed and threatened him Tuesday night. December 23, 2021
Palestinian gunman opens fire at Jewish homes, IDF troops – reportSuspect reportedly opened fire at Jewish community near Ramallah, then shot at troops who attempted to arrest him. December 23, 2021
Herzog warns Iran is a ‘ticking time bomb – must be stopped, with or without deal’The comments were made the same day U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Bennett on Iran as Vienna talks come to critical point. December 22, 2021
Orthodox girl from New Jersey named Israel’s next Olympic ice skaterThe accomplishment comes despite two years having passed since Kops hung up her skates for good, and only three months training with her partner. December 22, 2021
Countries banning Israeli athletes to be refused permission to host competitions – IOCAnnouncement comes following ban on Israeli athletes by Malaysia. December 22, 2021
Anti-Israel report ranks as top Human Rights Watch story this yearThe report ranked above the Uyghur crisis in China, and violence against women in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. December 22, 2021
Are new restrictions justified? Confusion reigns amid spread of new variantIsrael introduced new restrictions on malls despite finance minster saying omicron is no worse than the flu. December 22, 2021
Muslim IDF soldier who suffered heart attack determined to resume serviceCorporal Ahmad Sawaed suffered a cardiac arrest during training in the Negev but has since recovered. December 22, 2021
Trump ‘very appreciative, surprised’ Biden praised his vaccine successThe country needs 'a process of healing...and that will help a lot.' Trump Trump told Fox News. December 22, 2021
US, Israel at ‘critical juncture,’ US security adviser tells Bennett in JerusalemSulllivan tells Bennett two countries are at 'a critical juncture' on heels of stalled Vienna talks. December 22, 2021
Bennett ‘ghosting’ Biden, won’t take his calls – reportBennett's office downplays report; Biden administration tacitly acknowledges its accuracy. December 22, 2021
Lawmaker draws gun in verbal clash with Arab guards'This might have ended in murder,' the lawmaker said after filing a police complaint, saying he was defending himself. December 22, 2021
Iranian mall blasted for decorations resembling ‘Jewish holiday’ celebrationHanging fruit display in shopping center too similar to Jewish holiday decorations to be a coincidence, Iranian journalist charges. December 22, 2021
CAR-RAMMING ATTACK: Terrorist killed by IDF after car catches fireCar-ramming came amidst spate of terror attacks. December 21, 2021
New South Wales becomes first Australian state to adopt IHRA’s definition of antisemitismMove comes amid a 35% rise in antisemitic incidents in Australia this year. December 21, 2021
New Omicron restrictions ban travel between Israel and USBan takes effect at midnight, marks first time U.S. appears on Israel's Red List. December 21, 2021
Israeli guard stabbed by Hamas inmate at Nafha PrisonThe attack follows a media campaign being waged in the past couple of days by Hamas-affiliated media outlets regarding the conditions of female Palestinian prisoners in Israel. December 21, 2021
Leading Arab lawmaker: ‘Israel will forever be a Jewish state’MK Mansour Abbas' remarks are a significant departure from previous Arab parties' refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state. December 21, 2021
Almost 50% of extortion suspects in Israel are ArabsOnly 5 percent of extortion investigations resulted in a judicial decision. December 21, 2021
Carmel storm kills one, injures others as heavy rains and wind hit countryHeavy rain, strong winds and unusually cold weather take a grim toll. December 21, 2021
How Israeli startups are transforming their industriesIsraeli startups are transforming their industries by developing new technologies and solving real-world challenges. December 21, 2021
NEXT STEPS: US Nat’l Security Adviser to meet Bennett, discuss Iran threatAmerican delegation to work with Israelis on next steps to mitigate Iran nuclear threat, says unnamed official. December 21, 2021
Ten Israelis to be charged with producing and smuggling cruise missiles to ChinaAmong the serious security offenses: testing the missiles near inhabited areas in Israel, endangering lives. December 21, 2021
Israel threatens Hamas with targeted killingsThe warnings were reportedly sent by Egyptian security officials who are now visiting the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah. December 20, 2021
Israel was involved in Soleimani assassination, Israeli official confirmsThe former head of Israel's military intelligence confirmed that Israel played a part in the assassination of Qassem Soleimani. December 20, 2021
Arab-Israelis not thrilled with Bennett-Lapid gov’t, want cabinet seat for Islamic partyIsrael's Arab sector wants to play a larger role in governing the country but doesn't trust the current government to deliver. December 20, 2021
DC School: Young students forced to reenact Holocaust, Jewish kid told to play HitlerJewish student told to play Hitler, pretend to commit suicide at end of reenactment. December 20, 2021
Ukrainian president, under threat from Russia, compares Israel to Ukraine'Israel is often an example for Ukraine.' December 20, 2021
Israeli swimmer wins first gold medals ever in World Championship18-year-old Anastasia Gorbenko took first place in 50m. breaststroke and 100m. medley competitions in Abu Dhabi. December 20, 2021
Israel adds US to no-fly list for the first timeThe decision marks the first time Israel places the United States on its no-fly list. December 20, 2021
Arabs open fire on IDF mapping terrorists’ home before demolitionIDF troops met with gunfire, widespread rioting, and explosives when attempting to map home of suspected terrorists for demolition. December 20, 2021
CIA adviser claims US could be heading to ‘civil war’Three retired U.S. generals also call on Pentagon to conduct 'war games' to prevent a coup attempt after 2024 elections. December 20, 2021
Two ultra-Orthodox men attacked by a Palestinian in JerusalemThe suspect, a 20-year-old Palestinian from the town of Anata, fled the scene and was later arrested by police. December 20, 2021
Former Mossad chief told lover state secrets – reportYossi Cohen reportedly had an affair and divulged state secrets, Channel 13 reports. December 19, 2021
2,000 rabbis blast ‘diversity’ efforts for fomenting antisemitismMaligning the Jewish state while praising China 'indicates an irrational hatred of Jews and not a concern for human rights.' December 19, 2021
Israeli gov’t blasted for ‘rewarding terror,’ demolishing buildings where terror struckIDF and police demolish structures in Homesh, just three days after yeshiva student killed in terror attack. December 19, 2021
Terror widow: Husband’s will was to re-establish Homesh yeshiva'Bring us home. Take care of the boys [in Homesh] so that there will be no more widows like me.' December 19, 2021
Leading rabbi urges followers to ‘pray for destruction of Iran’s nuclear program’Leading rabbi urges followers to pray for the destruction of Iran's nuclear program. December 19, 2021
Iranian law proposed to ban all petsThe mocking reaction may give the legislators pause, although the hardliners consider owning such animals as anti-Muslim. December 19, 2021
Algerian players withdraw from game due to Israeli coach on opposing teamThree Algerian players withdraw from game, citing presence of Israeli soccer legend coaching the opposing team. December 19, 2021