Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

Memorial for Hadar Goldin dedicated

“Bringing back the body of an IDF soldier is not just a family concern. It’s a concern for the nation.”

Memorial for Hadar Goldin dedicated

Bar Mitzvah gift: IDF receives Torah scroll from Connecticut

IDF receives Torah scroll from Connecticut in honor of boy's Bar Mitzvah.

Bar Mitzvah gift: IDF receives Torah scroll from Connecticut

Watch: Inspiring Special Recruit to the IDF

Man born with cerebral palsy fulfills dream of joining IDF.

Watch: Inspiring Special Recruit to the IDF

Nature and Parks Authority CEO: Arab delegates want to come

Head of Nature and Parks Authority hopes nature can bridge gaps between Jewish, Arab worlds, says delegates afraid of consequences at home.

Nature and Parks Authority CEO: Arab delegates want to come

'Populist wave in US, Europe is great for Israel'

Founder of Belgian People's Party tells Arutz Sheva wave of populism sweeping across West is a boon for Israel.

'Populist wave in US, Europe is great for Israel'

International conservative leaders summit convenes in Jerusalem

High-level policy event in Jerusalem 'affirms the common civilization based on the foundation of the rule of law.'

International conservative leaders summit convenes in Jerusalem

Trump transition team member visiting Israel

Becky Norton Dunlop, a member of Donald Trump's transition team, spoke to Arutz Sheva about the new administrations approach to Israel.

Trump transition team member visiting Israel

Poll: Israelis worry about intermarriage

New poll shows 70% of Israelis concerned about Diaspora Jews' intermarriage rates.

Poll: Israelis worry about intermarriage

How many Jews are there in the world?

Israel celebrates Week of Connection to Diaspora Jewry in attempt to strengthen ties between State of Israel and Jews around the word.

How many Jews are there in the world?

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.

Slomiansky speaks out on sexual harassment allegations

Help Israeli families in economic distress

Paamonim, which strives to help Israeli families in economic distress get back on their feet, launches new campaign to help 100 families.

Help Israeli families in economic distress

F-35 boasts Israeli technology, can challenge Iranian threat

Lockheed Martin executive praises capabilities of F-35, says it incorporates advanced Israeli technology.

F-35 boasts Israeli technology, can challenge Iranian threat

'Beit El is sending a message to the White House'

Supporters in NYC gather to celebrate 34 years of ties to flagship community of Judea and Samaria, say it reflects US support for Yesha.

'Beit El is sending a message to the White House'

Religious girls high school helps arson victims

Ulpana promotes campaign to help Neve Tzuf arson victims.

Religious girls high school helps arson victims

'I think there will be a dramatic change in US-Israel relations'

Former US ambassador to UN John Bolton spoke with Arutz Sheva about Trump and Obama - and his own chances of becoming secretary of state.

'I think there will be a dramatic change in US-Israel relations'

Danon: I am optimistic about the UN

Israeli UN ambassador Danny Danon says that 'quiet' support for Israel exists in the UN - the support just needs to be coaxed out of hiding.

Danon: I am optimistic about the UN

'Israel’s foes in UN want to take advantage of the transition'

UN Ambassador Danon warns of threats from the UN Security Council during the transition to the new American administration.

'Israel’s foes in UN want to take advantage of the transition'

Ambassador Bolton: Trump will bring change to foreign policy

Former UN ambassador John Bolton tells pro-Israel crowd that Donald Trump will change US foreign policy for the better.

Ambassador Bolton: Trump will bring change to foreign policy

Watch: Police rescue those caught in flood in Kfar Chabad

Border police and firefighters rushed to Kfar Chabad this morning in central Israel after cars were trapped in the midst of massive floods.

Watch: Police rescue those caught in flood in Kfar Chabad

The story of a special Israeli firefighter

An intellectually challenged youngster stops at nothing to fulfill his dream of becoming an Israeli firefighter.

The story of a special Israeli firefighter

UK Counter Extremism Bill applauded by EJC head

EJC President Moshe Kantor lauds UK Government’s Counter-Extremism Bill at Policy Conference speaking alongside the British Home Secretary.

UK Counter Extremism Bill applauded by EJC head

Watch: Bar Mitzvah celebration in fire-ravaged community

Nevo Reisman of Neve Tzuf was to celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, but the fire changed the plans. The event was held Tuesday.

Watch: Bar Mitzvah celebration in fire-ravaged community

Watch: 5,600 dance at annual Chabad banquet

This year's annual international Chabad banquet was filled with reflection, inspirational speeches and, of course - dancing.

Watch: 5,600 dance at annual Chabad banquet

Holocaust survivor's home burnt in arson attack

Holocaust survivor and Neve Tzuf resident Avigail Ben Nun speaks of the miracles, the hate, and her message to future generations.

Holocaust survivor's home burnt in arson attack

Army officer: Ten new homes for every one that was burned

Reserve army officer and resident of Neve Tzuf speaks about residents' feelings and what they want from the government.

Army officer: Ten new homes for every one that was burned

Watch: Elor Azariya's mother collapses during final hearing

Mother of soldier accused of manslaughter after shooting wounded terrorist collapses in court, is evacuated to hospital.

Watch: Elor Azariya's mother collapses during final hearing

'Early identification - saves life'

Beilinson Hospital is inviting men above the age of 50 to undertake tests tomorrow for early identification of prostate cancer.

'Early identification - saves life'

El Al workers: We're not invisible

Hundreds of El Al workers protest outside company office in Ben Gurion.

El Al workers: We're not invisible

Cabinet Minister: "Time to return to policy of building"

In wake of Trump victory, Transportation Minister says Judea and Samaria communities should build according to their needs with no freeze.

Cabinet Minister: "Time to return to policy of building"

'Road rage' murder in Petah Tikva

Driver stabs bicyclist to death after accident in apparent case of road rage in Petah Tikva.

'Road rage' murder in Petah Tikva

European rabbis work for unified standards in conversions

'Conversion courts need to coordinate more.'

European rabbis work for unified standards in conversions

Special interview:

'Without U.S. influence, Jews in Europe could be in danger'

President of Conference of European Rabbis discusses how Trump presidency could affect the status of Jews in Europe.

'Without U.S. influence, Jews in Europe could be in danger'

ADL CEO: Rise in anti-Semitism on social media during election

ADL director Jonathan Greenblatt says election caused surge in anti-Semitic materials, urges Trump to disavow fringe elements.

ADL CEO: Rise in anti-Semitism on social media during election

'America is in a struggle for identity'

Israeli journalist Erel Segal sees the surprise results of the American election as manifesting the struggle for identity in modern society.

'America is in a struggle for identity'

'Things get more complicated when you get to the White House'

'What you see from the White House is not necessarily what you saw from your office in New York.'

'Things get more complicated when you get to the White House'

Author Tuvia Tenenbom:Trump is a mirror of American society

Tuvia Tenebom feels that Donald Trump is a mirror of American society- bombastic, racist and selfish.

Author Tuvia Tenenbom:Trump is a mirror of American society

Election result - new opportunities for Israel US relations

Gideon Israel of the Jerusalem Washington Institute explains what new opportunities exist for Israel in the wake of Donald Trump's election.

Election result - new opportunities for Israel US relations

Will Netanyahu let Trump move embassy to Jerusalem?

Moshe Feiglin feels that vacillating Israeli leaders could prevent Donald Trump from helping Israel attain sovereignty in Judea and Samaria.

Will Netanyahu let Trump move embassy to Jerusalem?

Deputy Foreign Minister speaks about Trump victory

Watch: MK Tzipi Hotovely hopes for a new page in Israel-US relations as Trump enters office.

Deputy Foreign Minister speaks about Trump victory

Israeli Democrat 'dissapointed but positive'

Watch: Atty. Sheldon Schorer was hoping for a different president but now hopes for good relations between Jerusalem and Washington.

Israeli Democrat 'dissapointed but positive'