Prestigious cycling race removes offensive reference to ‘West Jerusalem’Ministers had threatened to cancel Israel's hosting the prestigious race unless the reference indicating a divided capital was removed. November 30, 2017
Court halts Palestinian construction near new Tel Aviv-Jerusalem railwayThe Supreme Court of Israel responded to the unauthorized building with a temporary injunction halting further construction for the time being. November 14, 2017
Druze Zionist: ‘Our children ‘fall through the cracks’Despite the deep alliance between the State of Israel and its loyal Druze community, somehow the younger generation has fallen through the cracks. November 9, 2017
UN chief: Remember Jews’ ‘enormous contribution’ to world"It is important to remember the enormous contribution of the Jewish people to world culture, to world science, to world philosophy, to world civilization," Guterres said in Jerusalem. August 29, 2017
Archaeologists find evidence of destruction of First Temple-era JerusalemEvidence of the wealth of the Judean kingdom's capital and its destruction by the Babylonians were recently exposed in Jerusalem. July 26, 2017
Jerusalem will host Children’s Olympics in 2018Israel’s capital has been selected to host the International Children’s Games in 2018. July 20, 2017
Netanyahu balances history and business in HungaryNetanyahu will become the first Israeli leader to visit Hungary since the resumption of diplomatic relations in 1989. July 17, 2017
Modern technology exposes First Temple era inscriptionA First Temple era inscription, hidden for almost 3,000 years, was exposed through advanced imaging technology. June 18, 2017
Jerusalem to become a smarter cityThe Communications Ministry approved the installation of a new technology in Jerusalem, catapulting it to one of the world's most hi-tech cities. May 25, 2017
Israelis unearth evidence of Jerusalem’s last battle 2000 years agoNew archaeological findings shed light on the last battle between the Romans and the Jews almost 2,000 years ago. May 25, 2017
Mayor Barkat: Jerusalem is experiencing a renaissanceMayor Barkat said that Jerusalem is flourishing, while conceding that much work can be done towards making Israel's capital even greater. May 24, 2017
Barkat: ‘Jerusalem is the crown jewel, will always stay united’'Jerusalem is the crown jewel. It will always stay the united, undivided capital of the Jewish people with respect to all religions.' May 1, 2017
Tech investment in Israel outstrips all of Europe, expert says'Israel is hotter than ever, growing at a rapid pace,' says Israeli tech investment expert Jon Medved. February 21, 2017
Trump’s pick for US envoy to Israel wants embassy in JerusalemTrump's choice as US envoy to Israel, is being celebrated by advocates for Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria. December 16, 2016
Rare First Temple-era papyrus mentioning Jerusalem discoveredIsraeli archaeologists have discovered the earliest extra-biblical source to mention Jerusalem in Hebrew writing and which dates to the time of the Kingdom of Judah. October 26, 2016
Symbolism and Meaning Behind Choice of Religious GarmentsClothing is not merely a protection against cold or for ornamentation. Clothing constitutes the primary and necessary distinguishing mark of human society. June 6, 2016
Palestinian terrorist turned in by his own fatherIsraeli security forces arrested a suspect in the latest Palestinian terror attack, which claimed the life of a Jewish father and his son on their way to celebrate a family member's upcoming wedding. The terrorist was turned in by his own father. November 15, 2015
IDF considers new, high-tech Gaza border fenceIsrael could build a new border fence along the Gaza Strip after repeated breaches of the current fence by violent demonstrators, resulting in deaths. October 15, 2015
First-ever visit by president of India to Israel next week to make historyIsrael and India are stepping up relations as India's president will make the first-ever, historic state visit to Israel next week. October 8, 2015
Hamas claims Jerusalem as Palestinian, Islamic ‘eternal capital’After an Israeli government minister decided to move her offices to Jerusalem, the Hamas terror organization protested, vowing that the city will forever be Arab and Muslim. May 25, 2015
Israel condemns Palestinian membership in International Criminal Court as ‘hypocritical’Israel responded harshly to the PA's ascension to the International Criminal Court, pointing to its technical and moral failures. April 2, 2015
In final 24 hours to nuclear deal deadline, the US is desperate while Iran refuses to budgeAs the deadline approaches for a framework agreement, reports indicate that a deal between Iran and the P5+1 powers may not materialize. March 30, 2015
Iran warns Saudi Arabia against normalizing relations with IsraelIran's supreme leader warns against normalizing ties with Israel, as US and Saudi Arabia work towards bilateral deal. May 2, 2024
Israel’s urban warfare experience in Gaza can benefit alliesMajor tech upgrades and heightened division cooperation are some things the IDF has improved in the current conflict. April 21, 2024
Satellite pics show Iran air base damage after IAF strikeThe strike was intended to convey a message to Tehran saying Israel could hit any target and bypass air defense systems. April 21, 2024
Palestinian Christians: ‘Thank God for the Iron Dome’Even one death from the Palestinian Christian community would be too much for the dwindling community. April 15, 2024
US and Israeli officials convene virtually to discuss pending Rafah operationThe meeting was originally scheduled last week but was canceled by Benjamin Netanyahu after the US failed to veto a U.N. resolution on the war on March 25. April 2, 2024
Capturing Sinwar, dead or alive, key to saving hostages: HerzogDespite international pressure for a ceasefire, Herzog said that Israel has 'no choice' but to 'continue the fight.' March 26, 2024
A world without the Islamic Republic of IranIran's network of proxy groups is real and conducts the vast majority of the violent activity in the current Middle East conflict. March 22, 2024
IDF officer murdered in terrorist stabbing attack identified as married father of threeThe career IDF officer managed to shoot and kill the terrorist after being mortally wounded in stabbing attack. March 14, 2024
Palestinian Authority commits to Hamas unity government to fight IsraelThe only actual point of unity for the Islamic terrorist groups that met in Moscow was fighting Israel. March 8, 2024
Israeli stabbed in PA town, terrorist arrestedThere have been numerous cases in recent years in which Jewish Israelis were murdered when visiting Area A. March 3, 2024
Palestinian Authority gov’t could resign by Tuesday – reportArab media are reporting that Hamas has given the OK for a new government to run Gaza after the war. February 25, 2024
Israeli public embraces refusal to let humanitarian aid into GazaSince mid-January, the group has held about 20 protests at Israel’s Kerem Shalom and Nitzana border crossings. February 23, 2024
Gaza border residents demand to return home as war enters 5th monthIsraelis from Gaza frontier towns pressuring government to allow them to return home as war continues into 5th month. February 7, 2024
Archaeologists discover rare relic dating back to biblical IsraelOriginal Shekel: 2,550-year-old silver coin and 'shekel' weight found in First Temple-era Judean town. January 17, 2024
One million bells toll around world to remember 100 days of captivityInstitutions worldwide will ring their bells for 60 seconds to commemorate those affected by Oct. 7th. January 14, 2024
9 IDF soldiers killed and 8 wounded in single day of fighting in GazaSix of the deaths and most of the injuries were caused by an explosion at a Hamas rocket factory. January 9, 2024
A First: Consulate to be opened in Judea and SamariaPapua New Guinea announces plans to open consulate in Israeli city in Samaria - the first diplomatic office in an Israeli town over the Green Line. December 27, 2023
Second group of 13 Israel captives released after 7 hour delayRed Cross representatives brought the 13 Israelis from Gaza to Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula through the Rafah border crossing. November 26, 2023
Ben-Gvir: Hostage deal could bring ‘disaster’ on IsraelThe fear of a truce is that it could allow Hamas to regroup, rearm, and entrench, thereby posing great risk to Israeli troops in Gaza. November 21, 2023
US strikes Iranian positions in SyriaThe strikes targeted a training facility and a safe house near the cities of Abu Kamal and Mayadin, respectively, the statement said. November 13, 2023
Ultra-Orthodox Israelis form local defense groupsFollowing the massacres of October 7th, Ultra-Orthodox communities in Israel are establishing community defense groups. November 6, 2023
Experts weigh in on advantages and risks of Israel-Saudi dealIDF assesses the possible ramifications - and benefits - of a peace deal with Saudi Arabia. October 6, 2023
Debate heats up over proposed US-Israeli defense treatyIt appears Netanyahu changed his mind to support the idea as Iran approached the nuclear threshold. October 4, 2023
US: Tehran can make nuclear bomb in less than two weeksThe Department of Defense report 'assessed that Iran is not pursuing a nuclear weapons program at this time.' October 1, 2023
Yom Kippur service disruptions in Tel Aviv ‘shocking,’ say immigrant attendeesSome were told to 'Go back to America,' an experience they never thought they would have in a Jewish state. September 27, 2023
Secrets of First Temple-era inscription finally revealedForty years after discovery of stone inscription, advanced imaging techniques reveal descriptions of King Hezekiah’s deeds, says Israeli Biblical scholar. September 26, 2023
Netanyahu blasts Iran at UN, says Palestinians cannot have veto over Arab-Israeli peace dealsThe Israeli premier called Iran 'a fly in the ointment,' extending its tentacles of terrorism throughout the world. September 22, 2023
UN atomic agency blasts Iran for barring nuclear inspectorsIran has barred one-third of IAEA's core team from visiting its nuclear sites, agency's chief says. September 18, 2023
Jewish organizations decry EU ‘antisemitism’ following Abramovich reportEuropean Jewish Association accuses European Union of releasing 'highly antisemitic' report singling out Russian-Jewish billionaire, saying report is reminiscent of 'xenophobic rag.' September 12, 2023
Must Jews ‘repent’ for voting for Trump?Though a respected historian claims that backing the former president and Israel’s religious parties is 'immoral,' politics is not a binary choice between good and evil. September 10, 2023
US diplomat: Normalization with Israel a clear Saudi interestRiyadh is the "preeminent target of the expansion of the Abraham Accords," says chargé d’affaires in Jerusalem Stephanie Hallett. September 7, 2023
In first, senior Moroccan official to visit KnessetThe announcement came as Israeli Foreign Minister departed for an official visit to Bahrain. September 3, 2023
UN secretary-general expected to visit Israel, Palestinian AuthorityThe P.A. will keep at the “blame game” it has played for 75 years rather than promoting the causes of Palestinians, said Danny Danon, the former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations. August 30, 2023
Sullivan: ‘Still ways to travel’ before Israel-Saudi dealThe Biden administration is planning to ask the IAEA for an advisory opinion on a potential Saudi civilian nuclear program, said the U.S national security advisor. August 24, 2023
‘Enemy goods’ – Lebanon seizes Israeli-brand towels from storesThe Lebanese government prioritizes confiscating towels with logo of Israeli company over completing probe into the Beirut Port explosion that killed 218 people. August 23, 2023
An Israeli-Saudi accord requires US realism – analysisAmbassador Yoram Ettinger (ret.) has accumulated over 40 years of experience as a researcher, diplomat, writer, lecturer and consultant to Israeli and U.S. legislators and their staffers. August 17, 2023
Israeli energy minister in Abu Dhabi to advance water-for-electricity planA four-way agreement is in the works between the UAE, Israel, Jordan and the U.S. to send Israeli-desalinated water to Jordan in exchange for solar energy. August 16, 2023
‘Free the hero’ – 2 arrested at right-wing protest for detained settlerHundreds call for release of Jewish man seriously wounded in clashes with Palestinians who said he shot aggressor in self-defense. August 14, 2023
