Yoni Kempinski

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.

'We Are the Reason Israel is Not Palmyra!'

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

PM Tells Injured Widow: You're a Heroine

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

Arutz Sheva exclusive

UK MP: 'Stark Choices' Ahead for Iran

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

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.

'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

Watch: Angry Muslims Protest as Jews Visit Kotel

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

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.

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.

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.'

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.

Ban Ki-Moon Takes Part in Tashlich Ceremony

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

'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.

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

Jewish Activist to Remain on Administrative Arrest

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

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

'We Need to Collaborate in Fight Against Terror'

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

President Sings with Israeli Schoolchildren

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

'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.