Yoni Kempinski

Yoni Kempinski

Editor of Israel National News

News by Yoni Kempinski

'You Worry About Terror Less in Israel'

Parents of IDF officer tell Arutz Sheva after making aliyah how it was having a son fight in Gaza while they were abroad, and why move now.

'You Worry About Terror Less in Israel'

Matisyahu Calls on All Jews to Keep Next Shabbat

Matisyahu joins with The Shabbos Project in its second attempt to get all Jews in the world to observe the Sabbath.

Matisyahu Calls on All Jews to Keep Next Shabbat

NASA and Israel Sign Space Cooperation Agreement

NASA administrator seals important agreement greatly deepening cooperation, amid Astronautical Congress being held in Jerusalem.

NASA and Israel Sign Space Cooperation Agreement

Jerusalem Rally Against Terror Canceled

So as not to overburden police dealing with lethal terror, Yesha Council calls off huge rally outside Prime Minister's Residence.

Jerusalem Rally Against Terror Canceled

'I Heard a Boom, the Terrorist Got Out to Stab'

Witnesses tell Arutz Sheva about car attack in Jerusalem; 'I passed out screwdrivers for people to run at terrorist.'

'I Heard a Boom, the Terrorist Got Out to Stab'

Jerusalem Hospital 'Prepared for Major Attacks'

After bloody attacks shake Jerusalem, killing three people and leaving scores injured, doctors say wounded are stabilizing.

Jerusalem Hospital 'Prepared for Major Attacks'

'The Terrorist Stood Feet Away From Me'

Witness to Pisgat Ze'ev stabbing heroically neutralized the two Palestinian teen attackers - after a very close call.

'The Terrorist Stood Feet Away From Me'

Watch: Arab Stabs Police in Jerusalem on Shabbat

Security cam captures Arab terrorist acting evasively before lunging at officers and stabbing one in the face.

Watch: Arab Stabs Police in Jerusalem on Shabbat

The Future of 3D Printing - Invented in Israel

Learn how Israel is revolutionizing large-scale 3D printing, in technology that may one day rapidly print airplane parts.

The Future of 3D Printing - Invented in Israel

Israeli Flags Fly as Matisyahu Rocks Jerusalem

Jewish reggae superstar performs in front of thousands - all waving Israeli flags.

Israeli Flags Fly as Matisyahu Rocks Jerusalem

Exclusive interview

'They Were Great Parents, A Loving Couple'

Brother of Rabbi Eitam Henkin, who was murdered with his wife Naama in front of their 4 children, reveals how the family is coping.

'They Were Great Parents, A Loving Couple'

Watch: Mob Attack on Car Caught on Video

Video documents lynch mob attempt on an army vehicle at Hazayit Junction near Hevron.

Watch: Mob Attack on Car Caught on Video

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Bystander Who Caught Terrorist: I Felt No Fear

Courage: Renaddi Kasau didn't think twice before tackling a knife-wielding Arab terrorist outside Petah Tikvah mall.

Bystander Who Caught Terrorist: I Felt No Fear

Through thick and thin

Matisyahu to Diaspora Jews: Show Israel Solidarity

In Israel for Jerusalem concert, reggae star meets Shimon Peres, says security situation shouldn't deter Jews from visiting.

Matisyahu to Diaspora Jews: Show Israel Solidarity

Peres Plays Down Islamist Violence in Jaffa

Ancient Israeli port city is 'a showcase' for Jewish-Arab coexistence, Peres says, blaming 'very extreme' Islamic Movement for riots.

Peres Plays Down Islamist Violence in Jaffa

Judea-Samaria Heads: Netanyahu Gave Us No Answers

Regional council heads complain after meeting with PM that he refused demands of the public in folding to Obama's pressure not to build.

Judea-Samaria Heads: Netanyahu Gave Us No Answers

Hassidic 'Giants' Unite the Jewish Soul

Avraham Fried and Yaakov Shwekey conquer the stage in Jerusalem for United Hatzalah, helping Jews 'spiritually and physically.'

Hassidic 'Giants' Unite the Jewish Soul

Watch: MK Doesn't Take Arab Woman's Curses Lightly

MK Motti Yogev held his Knesset office at the site of Saturday's deadly stabbing - and didn't take Arab abuse sitting down.

Watch: MK Doesn't Take Arab Woman's Curses Lightly

Ya'alon Insists: IDF Can Handle Terror Spike

Defense Minister tells ministers to stop 'hyperventilating,' insists situation is safer than before Defensive Shield in 2002.

Ya'alon Insists: IDF Can Handle Terror Spike

'We Are the Reason Israel is Not Palmyra!'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu adamantly defends Israel's right to self-defense in especially passionate address.

'We Are the Reason Israel is Not Palmyra!'

PM Tells Injured Widow: You're a Heroine

Netanyahu visits bedside of Adele Bennet-Benita, whose husband was murdered in the Old City.

PM Tells Injured Widow: You're a Heroine

Wounded Mother and Baby to be Reunited Before Chag

Shaare Zedek's Director recounts to Arutz Sheva difficult night at hospital's trauma ward following multiple Jerusalem stabbing attacks.

Wounded Mother and Baby to be Reunited Before Chag

Defiance through prayer

Watch: Visitors Not Deterred by Jerusalem Violence

Jewish worshipers at the Kotel this morning tell Arutz Sheva why last night's terrorist attacks only strengthened their resolve to come.

Watch: Visitors Not Deterred by Jerusalem Violence

Faith and defiance

Thousands Attend Early Morning Service at Kotel

No fear: Despite Arab violence Israeli Jews flock to Western Wall to pray traditional morning service at dawn on the final day of Sukkot.

Thousands Attend Early Morning Service at Kotel

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