Sexual Harassment

Proposed bill to force Chief of Staff to investigate harassment

If passed, bill would require IDF Chief of Staff to submit annual report detailing actions taken to prevent harassment in the IDF.

Honenu: 'Prosecute Left-wing activist for harassing shepherd'

A left-wing activist exposes her body to Jewish shepherd. Honenu demands to prosecute her for harassment.

Activist harassed during interrogation - Prosecution ignores it

Two right-wing activists claim they were sexually harassed during an interrogation. The Prosecutor's Office announced that it would not open an investigation against the interrogators.

Released hostage:

Every girl in Hamas captivity suffers harassment

Women released from Hamas captivity testify to harassment by terrorists - and not just towards them. 'Men also suffer horrific torture - don't forget them.'

Galei Tzahal officer accused of sexual harassment of soldier

An officer in the station declared the incident 'a painful better for everyone, in which we find a predator in our midst.'

Germany:

806-page report: Reform rabbi responsible for alleged misconduct

Final investigation into prominent German Reform rabbi Walter Homolka affirms abuse of power allegations.

Italy: 'Less than ten seconds is not sexual harassment'

An Italian judge has ruled that non-consensual acts of less than ten seconds are not considered sexual harassment.

Report:

Bar Association head to resign over sexual harassment claims

Israel Bar Association Avi Himi, a leading opponent of Netanyahu government's judicial reform, to resign over sexual harassment claims.

Rabbi Chaim Druckman:

'Police should investigate charges against Rabbi Tzvi Tau'

Rabbi Druckman: My comment was in criticism of society that passes judgement even before the police have completed their investigation.

State Comptroller:

About 40% of female prison guards sexually harassed

Female guards and soldiers lack proper protections against sexual harassment, interim report finds.

Sex Offender

Head of the Katzrin Council joins protest against Ezra Sheinberg

Sheinberg professes remorse but Katzrin Council head objects to him moving there. He "took advantage of the innocence of many women."

Camp Ramah director placed on administrative leave

Camp Ramah director on leave amid allegations he mishandled sexual assault complaint.

Feminist group undergoes external review after harassment claims

Following Bat Sheva Marcus allegations, Orthodox feminist group will undergo an external review.

Man indicted for sexual harassment of Sara Netanyahu

Man charged with sexual harassment for posting on social media his rape fantasy of wife of former prime minister.

Chief of Staff: 'Zero tolerance' for harassment of any kind

Lighting Hanukkah candles with commanders at a training base, IDF Chief of Staff praises women who 'did the right thing, a brave action.'

Early release approved for sexual abuser Ezra Sheinberg

Sheinberg has served 2/3 of his 7 1/2-year sentence. 'He should have been locked up for life,' says Tzfat Chief Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu.

Rabbi Dov Lipman sues 2 women amid sexual harassment accusations

Former Yesh Atid MK and activist Rabbi Dov Lipman faces counter-suits by women who accuse him of sexual harassment.

Trump enemies who have fallen from grace since the election

A shocking number of those who fought to demean and destroy Trump have been exposed for being liars, crooks or sexual harassers. Op-ed.

Palestinian suspected of harassing girls in central Israel

Palestinian Authority Arab harasses young girls in Herzliya park, shows them indecent photos.

CA DOFE launches free sexual harassment prevention course

In this video Branigan explains the details of sexual harassment laws, and what they mean in the work place.

Bernie Sanders staffers claim ‘sexual violence’ in 2016 campaign

Veterans of Sanders' 2016 presidential bid urge Senator to discuss 'sexual violence and harassment' they say occurred during campaign.

Haaretz writer resigns amid sexual harassment claims

Veteran Israeli journalist Dan Margalit announces resignation from Haaretz following accusations of sexual assault, harassment.

7 women accuse veteran Israeli journalist of sexual harassment

Haaretz columnist Dan Margalit, who broke Rabin bank scandal in 1970s, accused of sexual assault and harassment by 7 women.

Lesbian NYU professor suspended for harassment

NYU professor suspended after investigation finds she harassed former student.

'Men will be afraid to enter the elevator with us'

Media personality Judy Nir Moses says MK Eitan Broshi did not intend to sexually harass MK Ayelet Nahmias, situation blown out of proportion

Al Franken to resign from the Senate in January

Democratic senator and comedian accused of sexual harassment sets date for resignation from US Senate.

Israel's largest youth movement to gender segregate activities

Israel Scouts Federation announces they will separate boys and girls for nightime activities after sexual harassment complaints.

Al Franken will resign from Senate amid misconduct allegations

Minnesota Senator Al Franken announces he will resign after multiple sexual misconduct allegations pile up.

2 more women accuse Senator Al Franken of sexual harassment

After senator refuses to resign, new accusations bring the total number of women charging Minnesota Democrat with sexual abuse to six.

10 guidelines for rabbis to prevent sexual offenses

New religious initiative presents ten guidelines to help rabbis prevent sexual offenses.

Natalie Portman: I suffered discrimination and harassment

Isaeli-born Oscar winning actress says she has had 'discrimination or harassment on almost everything I’ve ever worked on in some way.'

2nd woman accuses Senator Al Franken of sexual harassment

Days after TV anchor said Minnesota Democrat sexually harassed her, 2nd accuser claims Franken molested her - while he was senator.

'They see our girls as easy prey'

Yad L'achim activist says Jewish girls are 'easy prey' for Arab men, calls on girls to stop being 'gullible' and accepting free gifts.

TV anchor says photo proves Senator Al Franken groped her

Senator and former SNL writer Al Franken accused of sexual misconduct after photo surfaces of his inappropriate advances to TV anchor .

'Let's be honest - its the Arabs who are harassing girls'

After Arutz Sheva exposé reveals Upper Nazareth sexual harassment crisis; former city resident, Jenny Raz, invited to comment on Channel 13.

Upper Nazareth declares war on Arab sexual harassment

Mayor of Nazareth Illit responds to complaint on Arutz Sheva, takes action against epidemic of sexual harassment.

Gal Gadot: 'Wonder Woman' can have Brett Ratner or me'

Israeli star says she will only return for 'Wonder Woman' sequel if producer accused of sexual harassment is removed.

Former PM Ehud Barak connected Weinstein with ex-Mossad agents

Former PM helped connect Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein with organization of ex-Mossad agents he hired to investigate with his accusers.

'Arabs sexually harass me every time I go outside'

Jenny from Upper Nazareth: 'I can't leave the house without a car honking, without catcalls, without being offered a ride in a car.' #Metoo

Harvey Weinstein hired ex-Mossad agents to investigate accusers

Hollywood mogul accused of sexual assault reportedly hired Israeli firm of ex-Mossad agents to collect info on women who accused him.

"My knee bleeding, I limped downhill"

Breaking the wall that silences victims of Arab harassment, Ayelet Lash recalls a bloody humiliation. #andmetoo

Israeli TV show promises prize to sexual harassment victims

Morning show posts message: 'Go to our Facebook page and tell us if you were sexually harassed - and you can win concert tickets.'

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences expels Weinstein

Producer Harvey Weinstein expelled from body which awards Oscars amid sexual harasment allegations.

Sexual harassment reported in secret intel unit

Military Police investigating claims that career officer sexually harassed a female soldier under his command.

Sexual harassment case against Jewish Home MK to be closed

Police to close case after none of the women who accuse Jewish Home MK of sexual misconduct agree to testify or to appear in court.

'Slomiansky innocent until proven otherwise'

Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel stands by MK Slominsky: I pray, hope, believe my friend MK Nissan will emerge vindicated and innocent.

MK to be investigated for sexual harassment

Police recommend opening full criminal investigation against Jewish Home MK accused of harrassing several women.

Ofek Buchris demoted to colonel

Special military court demotes Ofek Buchris to colonel after he admitted sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior

Pnina Rosenblum: I could have put a lot of men in jail

Ex-MK Pnina Rosenblum says compliments and 'light caresses' not sexual harassment, women should not complain 'after ten years'.

Media coverage of left-wingers sexual impropriety less intensive

Attorney Kinneret Barashi admitted that Israeli feminists and media are more stringent with right-wing public figures than left-wingers.

Police launch investigation into MK Slomiansky

Police launch investigation into allegations against MK Nissan Slomiansky, will decide whether to press charges after gathering testimony.

Slomiansky speaks out on sexual harassment allegations

Jewish Home MK accused of sexual harassment denies allegations, but expresses remorse if he accidentally harmed or offended any women.

MK Slomiansky: I'm not quitting my post

The office of MK Nissan Slomiansky posted an announcement this morning, denying the allegations against him of sexual harassment.

"Sexual harassment by Arabs-an act of terror"

Nationalistically motivated sexual harassment-is an act of terror, said MK Oded Forer (Yisrael Beiteinu).at Knesset committee meeting.

Rabbis reject the linking of modesty laws to sexual harassment

The Organization of Community Rabbis rejected as “absurd” the connection made between Jewish modesty laws and more sexual harassment.

Israeli attorney: Stop ruining lives with your gossip

Attorney Tali Gottlieb speaks about the newest harassment reports, says gossip ruins lives, accused 'have no way out' even if reports false.

Buchris to publish letter of apology

Brigadier-General Ofek Buchris is due to publish a letter of apology as part of a plea bargain arrangement over sexual harrasment charges.

'Time to confront Arab sexual terrorism against Jewish girls'

Yisrael Beytenu MK demands committee confront issue of 'sexual terrorism' against Jewish women - even if Arab committee chair objects.

'He hunts for girls, abusing them on buses'

Teenage girl's Facebook post tips off police to serial molester targeting underage Israeli girls for sexual assault.

Indecent proposal: Man pays teen for date - only to be attacked

Taxi driver in his 30s offered to pay underage girl to kiss him, go on a date. But her friends had something else in mind.