Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

Jerusalem Protests: Stop 'Abandoning Jewish Blood'

Hundreds of protesters chant 'the people demand revenge,' as Samaria head calls on all to join his protest tent in front of PM Residence.

Jerusalem Protests: Stop 'Abandoning Jewish Blood'

'We Moved from Rocks, to Firebombs, to Bullets'

At funeral of couple, Regional Council head from Samaria warns policy of containment is fueling the ever growing threat of Arab terror.

'We Moved from Rocks, to Firebombs, to Bullets'

Chief Rabbi: Who Will Bless Orphans on Shabbat?

Rabbi Lau takes part in funeral, emphasizing connection to the land and quoting Psalms in a call for redemption.

Chief Rabbi: Who Will Bless Orphans on Shabbat?

Israel Allies Vow to Fight Lies and Hatred

Global MPs resolve to defend Israel against 'discriminatory' int'l boycotts which threaten her 'sovereignty and security.'

Israel Allies Vow to Fight Lies and Hatred

Remembering Terror Victim with Ancient Celebration

Elhanan Attali renewed Beit HaShoeivah ceremony to original site at the Pool of Shiloach a few years before being killed in terror attack.

Remembering Terror Victim with Ancient Celebration

Finnish MP: Most of Europe is Anti-Israel

Finnish MP Peter Ostman, who is visiting Israel, is trying to convince fellow Europeans that Israel should be supported, not boycotted.

Finnish MP: Most of Europe is Anti-Israel

Leading Rabbis Call to 'Save the IDF Rabbinate'

Rabbis hold conference in Jerusalem to discuss the budget cut threats facing rabbinate, and explain why rabbinate so crucial to the army.

Leading Rabbis Call to 'Save the IDF Rabbinate'

EU MP: Labeling Israeli Goods is Illegal

European parliamentarian says Israel should be making more of its strong legal case against EU moves to label Judea-Samaria produce.

EU MP: Labeling Israeli Goods is Illegal

Arutz Sheva exclusive

UK MP: 'Stark Choices' Ahead for Iran

One UK parliamentarian talks tough on the Iran deal, Israel boycotts, in special interview.

UK MP: 'Stark Choices' Ahead for Iran

Watch: Christian MPs' Solidarity Mission to Israel

Delegation of 22 parliamentarians attend the Jerusalem Chairman's Conference, where they will vow to take stand against BDS.

Watch: Christian MPs' Solidarity Mission to Israel

'Ignore CNN - Jerusalem is the Place to Be'

Mayor Nir Barkat addresses visiting MPs, notes that in spite of clashes and negative headlines, Jerusalem has a lot to be proud of

'Ignore CNN - Jerusalem is the Place to Be'

Watch: Angry Muslims Protest as Jews Visit Kotel

Mob greets visitors to the Kotel with 'Allahu Akhbar.'

Watch: Angry Muslims Protest as Jews Visit Kotel

Wikimedia's Photo Competition Preserves Culture

The annual Wiki Loves Monuments asks participants to take photos of local historical monuments and upload them to Wikimedia.

Wikimedia's Photo Competition Preserves Culture

Watch: Planting Trees Post-Shmita in the Shomron

Arutz Sheva meets volunteers who speak of the special connection they feel to the land of Israel when they plant trees.

Watch: Planting Trees Post-Shmita in the Shomron

Gal Hirsch: Israel Directed by Unelected Interests

Retired Brigadier General Gal Hirsch, who withdrew his candidacy for police commissioner, claims he was the victim of a 'smear campaign.'

Gal Hirsch: Israel Directed by Unelected Interests

Yom Kippur Exclusive

Rabbi Lau: If We Take First Step, God Will do Rest

Hours before holiest day of the year, Arutz Sheva speaks with Tel Aviv Chief Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau on celebrating Yom Kippur to fullest.

Rabbi Lau: If We Take First Step, God Will do Rest

Ban Ki-Moon Takes Part in Tashlich Ceremony

UN ambassadors from over 10 countries also participated in the ceremony for casting off sins.

Ban Ki-Moon Takes Part in Tashlich Ceremony

'Israel is a Scientific Power'

Bar Ilan University takes part in the EU's annual Researchers’ Night, showcasing its science faculty to many interested Israelis.

'Israel is a Scientific Power'

Watch: Animal Rights Group Protests Kaparot Ritual

Animal rights activists and members of a Petach Tikvah synagogue Sunday faced off over the pre-Yom Kippur ritual of kaparot

Watch: Animal Rights Group Protests Kaparot Ritual

Jewish Activist to Remain on Administrative Arrest

Court upholds administrative arrest of Meir Ettinger, lawyer says move purely to 'placate public opinion.'

Jewish Activist to Remain on Administrative Arrest

Watch: Farmers Roll Up Sleeves as Shmitta Ends

Agriculture Minister Uri Ariel joins farmers, rabbis planting first seeds since end of Sabbatical year; 'We are very lucky.'

Watch: Farmers Roll Up Sleeves as Shmitta Ends

Exclusive

Watch: Matisyahu Meets Samaria Leader; 'We Won'

Fresh from Spain controversy, international reggae star sticks middle finger up at BDS with solidarity meeting with Samaria Region head.

Watch: Matisyahu Meets Samaria Leader; 'We Won'

Preparing for the Holidays with Shlomo Katz

Musician Shlomo Katz talks about this special holiday period, his new album, and what it's like to write in Hebrew for the first time.

Preparing for the Holidays with Shlomo Katz

Watch: Changing the World, One Idea at a Time

Conference draws experts from many fields and many countries to learn from Israel's 'Start-Up Nation' about innovation.

Watch: Changing the World, One Idea at a Time

Hamas Taking Advantage of Israel's Humanitarianism

Former director of the Strategic Affairs Ministry speaks about the Hamas threat - and how Israel's humanitarianism may harm security.

Hamas Taking Advantage of Israel's Humanitarianism

'The Enemy of Our Enemy is a Bigger Enemy Later'

CEO of the International Counter-Terrorism conference discusses how terror has changed - and why the West must notice.

'The Enemy of Our Enemy is a Bigger Enemy Later'

Expert Warns: 'Human Rights Orgs' Linked to Terror

Head of NGO Monitor speaks of the link between recognized human rights organizations which are linked to terror groups.

Expert Warns: 'Human Rights Orgs' Linked to Terror

'We Need to Collaborate in Fight Against Terror'

Deputy Commissioner Catherine Burn from Australia outlines the challenges in fighting terrorism, calls for international collaboration.

'We Need to Collaborate in Fight Against Terror'

Youths Come to Learn in Israel; Next Stage Aliyah?

Arutz Sheva meets with the head of the NAALE program, which brings high school students to Israel to finish their studies.

Youths Come to Learn in Israel; Next Stage Aliyah?

Naftali Bennett's Father, Jim, Passes Away at 73

Jim Bennett, an ardent Zionist who made aliyah after the Six-Day War in 1967, passes away after a long battle with an illness.

Naftali Bennett's Father, Jim, Passes Away at 73

Watch: How Israel Protects its Natural Gas

Elite naval forces, unmanned vessels and drones; Israel's natural gas assets face many threats, but the IDF is more than up to the task.

Watch: How Israel Protects its Natural Gas

First Day in School - First School Year in Israel

Arutz Sheva speaks to newly-arrived olim from France to hear of their hopes for the new academic year in the Jewish homeland.

First Day in School - First School Year in Israel

President Sings with Israeli Schoolchildren

Israeli President Reuven Rivlin chose to open the new school year yesterday at an elementary school in Peduel, Samaria.

President Sings with Israeli Schoolchildren

'Breslov Movie' Comes to Tel Aviv

Director hopes 'Stories of Rebbe Nachman' will take Israel's white city by storm - and help him come full circle.

'Breslov Movie' Comes to Tel Aviv

Samaria 'Link Between Biblical Israel and Today'

President Reuven Rivlin declares 'Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are here' at elementary school opening in Samarian community of Peduel.

Samaria 'Link Between Biblical Israel and Today'

Watch: A Peek Into the Classrooms of the Future

Could classrooms change beyond the traditional model of teacher-facing-classroom? Arutz Sheva investigates.

Watch: A Peek Into the Classrooms of the Future

Watch: 'It's Time for a Revolution in Education'

AMIT network of schools promoting a change in education, says the role of teachers needs to change in today's technological age.

Watch: 'It's Time for a Revolution in Education'

Wounded Israeli: It Was a Very Big Miracle

Ronen Edri who was wounded in shooting attack near Kedumim recalls the ordeal, says it was a miracle that he wasn't more seriously hurt.

Wounded Israeli: It Was a Very Big Miracle

Brother of Slain Youth Sings About His Pain

Meir Rosenfeld, who lost his brother Malachi in a terror attack in July takes his feelings on stage, in original, stirring music.

Brother of Slain Youth Sings About His Pain

Pack Charity Box, Let Needy Israelis Know You Care

Arutz Sheva visits Pantry Packers to learn how they bring visitors together to prepare food crates for the poor and receive a life lesson.

Pack Charity Box, Let Needy Israelis Know You Care