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Why no haredi women in religious parties?

A group of religious women has joined Lapid's Yesh Atid, but when will Shas and UTJ have their own female representatives?

Watch: The Israeli commando who almost foiled the 9-11 attack

The American entrepreneur and MIT graduate made Aliyah at the age of 14 and served in the IDF's elite Sayeret Matkal commando unit.

Transport Minister insists: Light rail service on Shabbat

According to data provided by i24NEWS, the move would save Israel a total of $5 billion, making up for 40% of the project's original cost.

Watch: Russian journalist given 'unprecedented' 22 years in jail

The investigative reporter's father died when he mysteriously fell out of a window after exposing arms sales to Iran.

15 years on: Israel's strike on Syria's nuclear reactor

Former chief of staff & current Knesset candidate says Israel's message then - and now - is that it won't let anyone endanger its security.

No more Russian 'cover?' Iran-backed militias to leave Syria

With Russia transferring its ground-to-air system out of the country and nuclear talks at a standstill, Iran may have nothing to lose.

UAE movie documents Beirut port explosion - 2 years later

The film's director says life in the Lebanese capital will never return to what it was prior to the blast.

Olmert: No way of stopping Iran

Former PM Ehud Olmert rails against a 'comprehensive attack' on Iran, says other means must be used to defeat the nuclear program.

A 'settler?' Who is new IDF Chief of Staff?

You may be hard pressed to guess where the new head of the Israeli army calls 'home' or what he studied at the university.

Before and after: What do tourists really think of Israel?

A social activist goes out into the streets of Tel Aviv to ask tourists if their opinion of Israel has changed after their visit here.

Watch: IDF's top 5 elite units

You may be familiar with some of these from famous movies and TV series - but what do they actually do and who's behind them?

Intelligence officer accused of shipping British teens to ISIS

One of the women - who was 15 at the time she joined the group - claims she was a victim of human trafficking by a Canadian agent.

'Gift from God' - Ukrainian family finds refuge in Ma'ale Adumim

Some families fleeing the war in Ukraine have found a new home in Israel's heartland.

Watch: How Jews reclaim Arab property in the Old City

A Jewish guide shows potential buyers property bought out by the Ateret Cohanim organization in the Muslim Quarter of the Old City.

Ukraine's chief Rabbi: 'Don't come to Uman'

Rabbi Moshe Reuven Azman says both sides are well aware of the pilgrimages and warns of a Russian provocation.

Can Yeshiva University withstand push for LGBT student club?

The predominant modern-orthodox facility in the US may have a hard time making its case due to its classification as a secular institution.

'Out the door and back through the window' - Arafat's story

40 years after the successful completion of the 1st Lebanon War, a look back at where Israel went wrong.

Watch: Lapid says Netanyahu's anti-Iran 'meddling' hurt Israel

While Netanyahu alleges the current government botched the Iran issue, Lapid accuses his predecessor of hurting relations with the US.

Will Hezbollah act on its war of words by attacking Israel?

What are Nasrallah's real goals as he meets terrorist heads in Beirut and provokes Israel along its northern border?

Will low turnout in Arab sector save Netanyahu?

Political expert says the split in Arab parties may prevent them from crossing the threshold, ushering Netanyahu back to power.

How was Israel able to cause so much damage to Syrian base?

The airstrike on Thursday during which some-1,000 Iranian missiles were reportedly destroyed were made possible by a single factor.

Will Ukrainian and Russian immigrants impact Israeli elections?

While immigrants from the former USSR have historically voted right-wing, the newest wave of refugees are likely to vote center-left.

Will Israel cave to Egypt's demands?

Egypt appears to be at odds with Israel over the IDF's continuing counter-terror activities in Judea & Samaria.

Reports: Israel, Lebanon close to signing maritime border deal

The one individuals who has not signed off on the agreement is Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, who continues threatening Israel.

Were women suspected of terror attempt fleeing abusive husbands?

The three women were detained at a checkpoint carrying guns and a suicide note, but did not actually attempt to shoot soldiers.

Is Israel targeting top Islamic Jihad operatives in Syria?

Israel's Chief of Staff revealed the IDF had gone after terrorists in a 'third country' during Operation Breaking Dawn.

'Digital authoritarianism?' Saudi woman given 34 years in prison for using Twitter

The woman is a dental hygienist who was studying at Leeds College in the UK and had no known history of political activism.

Watch: Tourism returning to war-torn Syria

While the country remains embroiled in a civil war that's claimed hundreds of thousands of lives, tourists are braving the circumstances.

Watch: Taliban fighters sent to study English in local schools

While secondary education has been banned for the girls, some Taliban fighters are taking up a different life in pursuit of a better future.

When will the Islamic Jihad resume attacks on Israel?

The current ceasefire could be broken any day as Israel continues holding a top Islamic Jihad operative behind bars.

US: Iran training Russians to use their drones

An expert on Iran says the Islamic Republic has 'hundreds if not thousands' of UAVs in its drone army, capable of inducing mass damage.

Watch: Protesters in Iraq demand Iran-free government

Hundreds of protesters are camping out in the parliament building as famed Shiite cleric wants to rid his country of Iranian influence.

How will the Gaza operation influence Israeli election?

A former advisor to Netanyahu says the Left bloc may not end up profiting despite the seemingly successful operation.

Who is the winner in the operation in Gaza?

While Israel was the clear winner when it comes to enemies killed, Arab terrorists also say they achieved their goals.

'Like hell': Resident of Gaza border community flees to Jerusalem

A resident of a kibbutz bordering the Gaza Strip talks about the fear and tension during the outbreak of the 3-day shooting war.

Who's behind the terror group fighting Israel from Gaza?

There are a number of groups even more radical than Hamas within the Gaza Strip. Are we now up against one of these?

Watch: Who was the senior terrorist eliminated by Israel?

Days into the operation in Gaza, Israel claims it has already eliminated the top brass of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad in the Strip.

3 days in: 97% success rate in Iron Dome interceptions

A Sderot man recalls how part of an Iron Dome intercepting missile came slamming into his car roof - and voices confidence in the IDF.

2 years later: No justice for families of Lebanon port tragedy

Lebanese citizens are up in arms over the government's inability to curb the economic downfall and do something about the port blast.

Middle Eastern states top list of world's angriest countries

Julie Ray of Gallup Global Emotions says economic and political instability is likely to be a leading source of anger and frustration.