Tel Aviv

Barcelona severs ties with Israel, suspends Tel Aviv pact

Barcelona's City Council votes to cut institutional ties with Israel and suspend its Tel Aviv friendship agreement, citing international law violations and Palestinian rights.

Likud HQ riot:

45 suspects released, 15 face court

Suspects accused of assaulting officers and storming building during Tel Aviv protest; police vow to pursue justice.

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Dozens of protesters storm Likud headquarters

Police say demonstrators light fires, block roads, and break into Metzudat Ze'ev, prompting officers to use force after the protest declared unlawful. 62 protesters arrested, two officers injured.

Tel Aviv criticized for pursuing fine against disabled survivor

Judge Moshe Sergovich reduced the fine to five shekels, calling the woman’s ordeal on October 7 ‘special and exceptional circumstances.'

Tel Aviv:

Elderly man murdered in suspected phone robbery by Eritrean

Elderly foreign national bludgeoned to death in Tel Aviv, allegedly by a 40-year-old Eritrean who tried to steal his phone.

Sirens in central Israel

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and other towns in central Israel following a launch from Yemen. Missile successfully intercepted, no reports of injuries.

Teen MDA trainee saves dad's life, identifies worrying symptoms

Lana Liani, 15, from Tel Aviv, uses skills from her MDA youth training to identify a life-threatening condition in her father and urge immediate hospital care—actions doctors say saved his life.

Security incident in Tel Aviv:

Tourist leaves suspicious bag outside US Embassy office

German national confessed to leaving bag with Molotov materials outside US Embassy branch in Tel Aviv out of anger toward the American government.

'A Beacon Of Hope':

Steve Witkoff visits Hostages Square after Edan's release

In a visit to Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff called the release of Edan Alexander “a beacon of hope” for the families of the remaining hostages and credited key international players for their roles in the breakthrough.

First-ever NBN Shuk Olim debuts at Azrieli Center in Tel Aviv

Olim-owned businesses took center stage in the heart of Tel Aviv, offering 1500 participants the opportunity to support local vendors.

Mia Schem:

I filed a complaint against a Tel Aviv fitness coach

Released hostage Mia Schem says she is the young woman who filed a complaint against a well-known fitness coach in Tel Aviv.

Incitement at left-wing protest in Tel Aviv

A provocative display at a left-wing protest in Tel Aviv features severed heads resembling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Likud party responds: "Where are [Shin Bet chief] Ronen Bar and the Attorney General?"

Sinkhole opens on Tel Aviv road

Police close off Herbert Samuel St. after sinkhole opens in right lane early Sunday morning. No injuries reported.

Fear of it spreading

Israeli father and daughter contract measles in Serbia

The unvaccinated 11-year-old girl and her father returned to Israel while still carrying the illness. An epidemiological investigation to locate anyone who was in contact with them.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and the Shfela region

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, the Shfela and Sharon regions following a launch from Yemen. IDF says one missile was successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom: No reports of injuries.

Bnei Brak resident arrested on suspicion of burning synagogue

Police arrest Bnei Brak resident suspected of involvement in Tel Aviv synagogue arson.

TLV Mayor sparks uproar:

Faith in G-d is anti-democratic

Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai set off an uproar when he claimed that religious people can not accept democratic principles.

Berlin and Tel Aviv-Jaffa to sign twin cities agreement

Tel Aviv-Jaffa Mayor Ron Huldai, Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner, announce twin cities agreement, marking 60 years of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel.

Czech Embassy dismisses report of imminent move to Jerusalem

Czech Embassy in Tel Aviv denies a report suggesting that Prague is preparing to relocate its embassy to Jerusalem.

Supreme Court:

Tel Aviv ignored rights of Orthodox worshipers

Supreme Court justices criticize Tel Aviv municipality for its opposition to the traditional gender-segregated prayers in public places in its opposition to the prayers of the Rosh Yehudi organization.

Michael Rapaport at TA Rally:

'A piece of my heart lives here'

Comedian Michael Rappaport spoke to a rally of hostages' families in Tel Aviv and emphasized that he could not possibly stay silent in the face of the hostility he had witnessed against Jews in Israel and around the world.

Uproar in Tel Aviv:

Deputy mayor tries to remove a tefillin stand, sparking outroar

Tel Aviv deputy mayor Meital Lehavi posts video as she tries to remove a tefillin stand in memory of Nova Festival victims, sparking an outroar. Victims' family responds in pain.

Missile fired from Yemen

Sirens in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem

For the first time in two months, sirens sounded in central Israel, the Shfela region, and in Jerusalem and the surrounding area. IDF says a missile from Yemen was intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory.

Politics in education?

Principals call off school in protest of ISA chief's removal

Dr. Zeev Degani, principal of Gymnasia Herzliya high school, cancels school to allow students to attend demonstration protesting removal of ISA chief Ronen Bar.

Education Minister: Principal who announced strike is a criminal

Education Minister Yoav Kisch slams high school principal Dr. Zeev Degani, warns against closing school to allow students to attend political demonstration. 'Schools are places for learning, not political wrestling matches.'

Two weeks later:

Missing hi-tech worker found in Ben Shemen Forest

Or Landau, 32 years old from Tel Aviv, found near the Ben Shemen Forest two weeks after he went missing.

Hi-tech worker disappears from Tel Aviv

Or Landau left his home about two weeks ago without a phone or laptop. His family and friends are asking for the public's help.

Shabbat vigil in Tel Aviv

Hostage families call for their immediate release

Families of hostages and hundreds of people hold Shabbat dinner at the Begin Gate of the Kirya. Sister of Matan Angrest: He's alive, but in ten minutes he might no longer be with us.

Morocco:

Islamist activist sentenced for praising Tel Aviv stabbing

Moroccan Islamist activist sentenced to two years in prison for incitement to hatred over social media posts glorifying a stabbing attack in Israel.

Man who stole statue of Ben Gurion from Tel Aviv hotel arrested

The statue, which depicts Israel's first prime minister doing a handstand, was found in the yard of the suspect's home and returned to its owners.

Terrorist who rammed Israeli sentenced to 17 years in prison

The Tel Aviv District Court has sentenced a Palestinian Arab terrorist to 17 years in prison for committing a ramming attack in December 2022.

For the first time:

Emily Damari and Romi Gonen visit Hostages Square

The two survivors of Hamas captivity left their hospital beds in the rehabilitation department and traveled to the square in Tel Aviv. 'One square with so much strength, emotion, hope, and prayers.'

Agam Berger celebrates release with prayers and Challah ceremony

Released hostage Agam Berger held a special thanksgiving ceremony at a Tel Aviv synagogue this weekend, including the ceremonial taking of Challah and a prayer for the remaining hostages.

Dozens of illegal infiltrators employed at new shopping center

The Glilot Big Fashion shopping, which opened five days ago, was found to be employing dozens of Palestinian Arabs who were in Israel illegally.

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Yeshiva students celebrate Adar with wounded soldiers

Dozens of yeshiva students gathered in the rehabilitation department of Tel Hashomer Hospital for a celebratory Rosh Chodesh Adar prayer service with wounded IDF soldiers.

Over 45,000 participants run in the Tel Aviv Marathon

Felix Kimutai from Kenya emerged as the champion in the men's marathon category, finishing in 2:12:13 hours but fell short of breaking the Tel Aviv Marathon record set in 2023.

Father of Hostage:

'We have merited to receive our Tal back'

Gilad, the father of released hostage Tal Shoham, spoke at a rally on Saturday evening in the Hostages Square.

Watch: Mourning together at Hostages Square

Crowd gathers at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, waving Israeli flags and some wearing orange hats or shirts, in solidarity with the Bibas family.

Dan Region to implement new congestion charges

Beginning in about two years, a congestion charge is set to be applied for those entering the Tel Aviv metropolitan area.

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Car bombing in Tel Aviv

A vehicle exploded in Tel Aviv on Tuesday afternoon. Police believe the incident to have been an organized crime assassination attempt.

One dead, one wounded in shooting in northern Tel Aviv

Witnesses report seeing motorcycle fleeing scene of shooting.

Captivity survivor Or Levy visits Hostages Square

Or spoke about how despite learning the terrible news of his wife's murder, 'I promised her every day I was there that I would keep going and I would be tough for her.'

Footage:

Here's how the terrorist arrived in Tel Aviv ahead of attack

Security cameras reveal path of vehicle transporting Tel Aviv terrorist, up until the moment he carries out the attack.

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Police chase and arrest illegal infiltrator who stole car

After he stole a car from north Tel Aviv, an illegal infiltrator was arrested with the help of a police helicopter.

Hostages' families rally outside US Embassy to thank Trump

Demonstrators showed their support, appreciation, and gratitude to President Trump and the Israeli government, calling for the continuation of efforts to bring home all hostages, until the very last one returns.

After her return:

Sign with picture of Romi Gonen taken down in Tel Aviv

Giant sign with picture of freed hostage Romi Gonen removed from a building in Tel Aviv, in wake of her release from captivity. Romi's grandmother was in attendance.

Steals in and starts stabbing:

Footage shows Tel Aviv terror attack - from the lens of a camera

Security camera footage from the scene of a Tel Aviv terror attack shows people running from the scene, with some of them pursuing the terrorist.

'I tried to hit the terrorist'

Officer who lost hand in Gaza among injured in Tel Aviv attack

Captain A., an officer in the Armored Corps who lost his right hand while fighting in Gaza, recounts how he aimed to hit the Tel Aviv terrorist, says he plans to return to commanders' course immediately following his release from the hospital.

5 wounded in terrorist stabbing attack in Tel Aviv

Attacker neutralized after stabbing multiple people in Tel Aviv. Victims moderately and lightly wounded.

One seriously injured in stabbing attack in Tel Aviv

Man of about 30 stabbed in upper body by 19-year-old illegal Arab from Tulkarm; armed civilian eliminates terrorist.

Double than any other city

11,000 Tel Avivians emigrate from Israel

According to Central Bureau of Statistics' data published today, more Israelis have emigrated from Tel Aviv and Haifa than from any other city.

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Gush Dan and Shfela

Sirens sounded in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Gush Dan and the Shfela following a launch from Yemen. IDF says the missile was intercepted. Fragments fall in Modi'in. 12 people treated for injuries sustained on the way to shelter.

Violent fight

Bulldozer barrels into pedestrians in Tel Aviv

Three people were injured when a Bobcat bulldozer struck them during a fight in Tel Aviv. The police clarified that the incident was not terror-related.

Wizz Air to expand its flight offerings to Tel Aviv

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air set to expand its flight offerings to Tel Aviv starting January 15.

Tel Aviv: Daycare staff arrested on suspicion of abuse

Daycare owner and two assistants, employed in childcare center in northern Tel Aviv, arrested on suspicion of child abuse.

For fear of terror attack:

Hostage families event in Tel Aviv evacuated

The police have decided to evacuate a Hanukkah candle-lighting event held by family members of hostages across from the IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv due to a fear of a security incident.

Tel Aviv refuses memorial sites for fallen soldiers

Families of fallen soldiers from the Swords of Iron war accuse Tel Aviv of not allowing them to establish memorial sites in public spaces.

Tel Aviv:

Suspect arrested for violently attacking woman

Police arrest suspect who attacked woman at restaurant on Tel Aviv's Allenby Street, court extends his arrest.

The end of Kaplan protests?

Permit for anti-government demonstration denied

Police did not approve the request by anti-government movements to protest at the Kaplan intersection in Tel Aviv and proposed an alternative site due to a low turnout at recent rallies.

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Tel Aviv thief arrested while trying to escape via rooftop

Alert civilians notice Tel Aviv break-in, report to police in real time, court extends suspect's arrest.