Haaretz

‘Hate crime’ or hoax? Hebrew blunders raise eyebrows

Unusual Hebrew wording and spelling errors in graffiti cited by PA and Haaretz reports are raising doubts about the identity of those behind the act.

'No reason'

Haaretz reporter criticizes the arrest of Bezalel Zini

Haaretz journalist Josh Breiner calls for a revolution in arrest policies, arguing that law-abiding defendants should not be imprisoned before conviction.

Released hostage accuses hostage coordinator of abandonment

Or Levi, who was released from Gaza after 491 days in captivity, claimed that hostage and missing person coordinator Gal Hirsch abandoned the hostages in Gaza.

Jewish shepherd demands compensation from Haaretz

Haaretz warned after Jewish shepherd's photo was published by Haaretz without his parents' consent.

Haaretz analyst received money from Qatar lobbyist

Former Haaretz analyst Alon Pinkas received payments from a Qatar-affiliated company, report says.

Rabbi sues Haaretz

Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Zini has filed a lawsuit for 500,000 shekels against the Haaretz newspaper, claiming false and defamatory publications attributed to him.

IDF cuts spokesman subscription to Haaretz

The IDF Spokesperson's subscription to Haaretz was halted in line with a government decision from November 2024 calling on government bodies to sever ties with the newspaper.

Just because...

just because people criticize Israel does not mean that they are not anti-Semites. Those who claim to love Jews but hate Israel should prove it. Opinion.

Force 100 soldiers sue Haaretz journalist

The lawsuit refers to a tweet in which Misgav made an allegation against the soldiers that was previously disproven.

Father Of Hostage:

'No partnership with those pushing the two-state solution'

Tzvika Mor, whose son was taken hostage, denounced Haaretz for an article criticizing him.

Amit Segal:

'Haaretz’s English website main threat to Israel’s image abroad'

Commentator Amit Segal says Haaretz’s English-language website has become leading source shaping negative image of Israel worldwide, as its reports legitimize international criticism and provide Israel’s opponents with 'perfect excuse.'

Education Minister Yoav Kisch:

'We'll continue despite Haaretz's objections'

An editorial in Haaretz sharply criticized the Ministry of Education's decision to fully fund study tours in Judea and Samaria.

Haaretz reporter:

'Smotrich has effectively annexed Judea and Samaria'

Hagar Shezaf, the former Haaretz correspondent for Judea and Samaria, said that Smotrich carried out a revolution by transferring civilian authorities in Judea and Samaria into his hands.

Haaretz Journalist:

'Israel is committing war crimes'

Journalist Ehud Ein-Gil said that Israel is committing war crimes, comparing attempts to deny hunger in Gaza to denials during the Warsaw Ghetto period.

Haaretz Against Smotrich

'Turning annexation into a working plan'

Haaretz journalist Amira Hass criticizes Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's newly unveiled "sovereignty plan" and warns that Smotrich is known for achieving his goals.

Israeli reporter Tal Shalev joins CNN

CNN has appointed Tal Shalev, formerly of Walla! News, Haaretz, and i24NEWS as a senior reporter at its Jerusalem bureau, stating she will help bolster its overall coverage from the region.

Chief of Staff slams Haaretz for 'inciting discourse'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir slams Haaretz article for incitement against Central Command Chief Avi Bluth. 'Distorted imagery against him crosses every red line.'

Siding with Israel's foes:

How Haaretz built a false campaign about Gaza ‘starvation’

To prove its false claim, the newspaper published an alarming, unsubstantiated op-ed by an anti-Israel international "hunger researcher" and an unconnected picture of an emaciated child. Haaretz is waging a campaign against Israel. Opinion.

TheMarker editor admits error: We were wrong

Speaking at an economic conference in Tel Aviv, TheMarker magazine’s editor - part of the Haaretz group - acknowledges that the grim forecasts following October 7 failed to materialize.

Government and AG clash over funding Haaretz

On Sunday, the Attorney General issued a letter to government workers, instructing them to disregard the government's unanimous resolution to cut funding to Haaretz.

Haaretz columnist sits down with antisemitic podcast host

Jackson Hinke, who praises terrorists daily and even recently visited Yemen to meet with Houthis leaders, interviewed Haaretz columnist Gideon Levy, who attacked Israel and its government to Hinkle's delight.

'Real thrat to my life & family'

Sara Netanyahu seeks restraining order against journalist

The wife of PM Netanyahu files a request for a restraining order against Haaretz journalist Uri Misgav and protester Nava Rosilio, alleging that they violate her privacy.

MK Tzvi Succot mocks MK Yair Lapid: 'Racism is ugly'

'We must not generalize and assume that all Arabs in the country are supporters of terrorism,' MK Tzvi Succot tells Yair Lapid and Ha'aretz.

Haaretz:

IDF broke international law in Gaza

The newspaper claimed that the IDF is trying to cover up harm to Palestinians who were defined as 'innocents'. The IDF denied the report.

Following anti-IDF speech

Ministry halts advertising in Haaretz

Director General of the Ministry of the Interior Ronen Peretz ordered a halt to all advertising and agreements with Haaretz after publisher Amos Schocken's brazen statement.

Antisemitic comments:

Mayor of Nesher: 'We won't advertise in Haaretz'

Roi Levy, mayor of Nesher, halted advertising in Haaretz, after publisher Amos Shoken called for sanctions to be imposed on PM and ministers, saying 'Palestinians are freedom fighters.'

Haaretz column:

Reservists should not volunteer if reform is brought back

Col. (res.) Uri Arad writes that since the government returns to advance the legal reform legislation, the threat of ceasing volunteering for IDF service should be renewed.

Haaretz refuses to post ad against Tel Aviv Municipality

Chotam contacts Haaretz daily, requesting to publish an ad under the title 'Enough with antisemitism in Tel Aviv.' The newspaper refused.

Is there a law prohibiting Jews from praying on the Temple Mount?

Haaretz reporter Josh Breiner writes about a law forbidding Jews from praying on Temple Mount. MK Rothman: 'Please refer your followers and me to the law?'

Leftist activist indicted for incitement to violence

Leftist activist Jonathan Pollak was accused of incitement to violence in a column he published in 'Haaretz', writing 'we must learn to throw stones and Molotov cocktails.'

Report:

IDF has control of 26% of Gaza

Haaretz report digs into how IDF has gained control of key areas in Gaza to prevent Hamas from moving its forces and recovering from its losses.

Haaretz:

IDF soldiers don't rape Arab women due to racism

A Haaretz article sparked outrage online after it claimed that 'IDF soldiers don't rape Arab women due to racism.' Online users criticized: 'How do we get to such a twisted situation?'

Israel's fifth column

Israel is ignoring the tremendous toll of homegrown pro-enemy propaganda on Israel’s diplomatic and military position abroad and at home. Why is this allowed during a war? Op-ed.

'We're no better than Hamas'

Haaretz pulls controversial headline after backlash

Users who saw the headline quickly enough denounced the newspaper for equating Israel to Hamas.

Haaretz daily attacks Min. of Finance:

most dangerous politician in Israel after Netanyahu

Haaretz journalist Yasmin Levy explained that Smotrich "is not just any minister, but the most dangerous and sly politician in Israel, after Netanyahu."

Haaretz caricaturist defends right-wing caricaturist

Amos Biderman defends Communications Min. Karhi, condemning court's demand to remove right-wing caricature. 'Right is absolutely correct, there is no justification for censoring this caricature.'

Haaretz, there is no ‘humiliated Israeli masculinity’

What the IDF is doing in Gaza has everything to do with Israel’s determination to rescue its hostages and to finally destroy Hamas. Op-ed.

'The writing is on the wall in blood'

Public concern grows over Itamar Ben-Gvir's policy of arming civilians.

Criticism of military censor: "It's becoming unbearable"

Heated discussions on X: journalists surprised to find out that news rejected by censors - were later published in competing media outlets.

Haaretz journalist cries, denounces Israeli conduct against Gaza

Journalist Amira Hess claims that Israeli conduct against Gaza is 'impossible to justify'.

Haaretz apologizes for ad opposing military refusal

Haaretz issues apology for publication of Torat Lehima ad opposing refusal to serve in military.

Haaretz to end discrimination against Shabbat-observant workers

The publication has stopped publishing help wanted ads that exclude those who refuse to work on weekends.

Anti-reform protests:

Channel 14 reporter attacked, equipment stolen

Atti Shalev, a Channel 14 reporter who came to cover the protests in Tel Aviv, was attacked by protesters.

Taub fired from Haaretz for ‘articles in favor of coup d'état’

Haaretz explained that democracy is on the defensive and there is no room for articles in favor of judicial reform.

Haaretz, Walla sued for NIS 350,000

Chotam, Bochrim B'Mishpacha organization sue news orgs for defamation for claiming they are politically affiliated with Noam party.

Religious Zionism demands:

'Haaretz must register as a body that is involved in elections'

The letter written to the newspaper's publisher claims that the paper publishes propaganda for specific parties and against others

Haaretz warns: Labor leader taking dangerous gamble

Haaretz editorial warns: Transportation Min. Michaeli's refusal to run with Meretz 'may end in tragedy.'

Will Yamina MK abandon party for Blue and White?

Haaretz analyst expects Yamina's Dep. Min. Matan Kahana to leave his party. 'Obviously, Kahana and Shaked were not meant to run together.'

Sources close to PM estimate: Government will last another month

Haaretz analyst: 'PM Bennett, Interior Min. Shaked, can lead processes that won't give United Arab List a choice.'

Ethics board blasts Ha'aretz:

'Racist and inciteful' misinformation

The Press Council's Ethics Committee called a Ha'aretz column bashing hardedim 'racist and inciting', forcing it to remove it from its site.

4 Arab-Israelis arrested for attack on Haaretz reporter

3 of 4 sets of parents only had resident status due to Family Reunification Law.

Op-Ed:

Why do neo-Nazis love ‘Haaretz’?

The reason right-wing anti-Semitic extremists frequently cite a radical leftist Israeli newspaper is its hostility to the Jewish state.Op-ed

Bedouin torch vehicle of Haaretz reporter during riots

Haaretz reporter attacked by about 20 Bedouin while covering violent protest in Segev Shalom in southern Israel.

Haaretz publisher: Shalhevet Pass' parents to blame for murder

"Shalhevet was killed because of her parents' irresponsibility in thinking they could raise children in a war zone," wrote Amos Schocken.

Haaretz blasts Israel's new President for planned Hebron visit

Hebron symbolizes 'ugliness and cruelty of the occupation, and settlers' violence and domineering,' Haaretz claims.

Chaim Walder: I am innocent

Author responds to serious allegations made against him, alleges his defense of abuse victims led to a calculated campaign against him.

Former Meretz head to national camp: Get out, you racist animals

"We're not afraid of you; we'll deal with you like we dealt with the original fascists," writes Zehava Gal-On in Haaretz rant.

Haaretz: Tax on disposables is aimed against 'haredi mothers'

Journalist accuses Finance Minister of hypocrisy in targeting 'the greenest sector of society' under guise of caring about the environment.

Hacker takes over Haaretz Instagram account

Unknown hacker posts pictures of people in pilot uniforms on Haaretz social media account.

Gideon Levy: Obsession with Ron Arad is 'necrophilia'

Haaretz columnist slams Israel's focus on returning bodies of dead soldiers.