Israeli News (Page 18)


Netanyahu

'I'll consider asking for pardon, will not plead guilty'

In an interview with Australian journalist Erin Molan, Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed his legal battle and President Trump’s involvement: "The trial only embarrasses the prosecution."

'I'll consider asking for pardon, will not plead guilty'

Neta Halevi, 7, killed in traffic accident in Shadmot Mehola

Neta Halevi, age seven, was killed Thursday morning while riding his bike on his way to school.

Neta Halevi, 7, killed in traffic accident in Shadmot Mehola

Bennett: Trump plan is Oslo on steroids

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns against transferring authority over Gaza to hostile elements, demands public be privy to full text of agreements.

Bennett: Trump plan is Oslo on steroids

Carmel cave dwellers 15,000 years ago hunted lakes, not the sea

New University of Haifa study reveals Natufian hunter-gatherers relied on waterfowl from coastal lakes and marshes at the end of the Ice Age.

Carmel cave dwellers 15,000 years ago hunted lakes, not the sea

Justice Minister announces: No compromise

Justice Minister Yariv Levin digs in his heels on choice of candidate to lead investigation into Military Advocate General, Force 100 affair. 'Any other result will lead to covering up the truth.'

Justice Minister announces: No compromise

Police Scandal:

Ben-Gvir opposes replacing officer under investigation

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is backing the senior police commissioner who was questioned by the Police Investigations Department rather than seeking to replace him.

Ben-Gvir opposes replacing officer under investigation

Shechem-area mosque set aflame

Rioters set fire to mosque, scrawl graffiti at scene.

Shechem-area mosque set aflame

Desalinated water begins flowing to Kinneret

A new stream flows into the Galilee, marking a small start in the battle to save the Kinneret, as the Mideast drought continues.

Desalinated water begins flowing to Kinneret

Time magazine names captivity survivor's memoir among top 100

Time magazine names Eli Sharabi’s memoir “Hostage” one of the year’s top 100 books. Sharabi, held by Hamas for 491 days, recounts his ordeal and loss in a raw account that reached NYT bestseller status.

Time magazine names captivity survivor's memoir among top 100

First time since October 7:

Morocco resumes flights to Israel

The decision follows discussions between Transportation Minister Miri Regev and her Moroccan counterpart, and was approved by aviation authorities in both countries.

Morocco resumes flights to Israel

Israeli officials:

'Hamas holds information on all four deceased hostages'

Officials say Hamas possesses full details on all hostages, including those held by Islamic Jihad: “Pressure must be applied until the last one is returned.”

'Hamas holds information on all four deceased hostages'

After violence in Samaria

Yesha Council head backs IDF, slams anarchists

Yesha Council head Yisrael Ganz condemns recent violence by extremists in Judea and Samaria, backs IDF and police actions, and calls for sovereignty to restore law and protect innocent civilians.

Yesha Council head backs IDF, slams anarchists

'You get right to the point'

Netanyahu thanks Trump for letter to Herzog

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reacted to President Donald Trump's letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog asking him to pardon him.

Netanyahu thanks Trump for letter to Herzog

Earthquake in police dept.

Senior police official suspected of breach of trust

The Police Investigations Department at the State Attorney's Office detained for questioning with a warning one of the highest ranking police officials, on suspicion of breach of trust and abuse of office

Senior police official suspected of breach of trust

Likud MK:

'Kahane was right, today he would have been celebrated'

MK Nissim Vaturi declared from the Knesset podium that Rabbi Meir Kahane was right about many things, wrongly excluded by Likud, and would be honored today.

'Kahane was right, today he would have been celebrated'

Normalization on the horizon?

Israeli official shakes hands with Pakistani representative

At an exhibition in London, Israel's Israeli Ministry of Tourism Director General was seen shaking hands with the Pakistani Prime Minister's tourism advisor.

Israeli official shakes hands with Pakistani representative

'She sings, he guards'

Rabbi Lau’s unique blessing at Noa Kirel’s wedding

Former Chief Rabbi David Lau presided at the ceremony of pop star Noa Kirel and goalkeeper Daniel Peretz, likening their professions to the Levites’ temple duties: singing and guarding the gate.

Rabbi Lau’s unique blessing at Noa Kirel’s wedding

Twice in one day

Residents of northern Israel report earthquakes

Two earthquakes measuring 5.2 and 5.3 hit Cyprus, are felt in northern Israel.

Residents of northern Israel report earthquakes

MK Revivo

'PM will be acquited, no reason to seek a pardon'

Likud MK Eliyahu Revivo rejected President Trump’s call to ask President Isaac Herzog to consider pardoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expressing confidence that Netanyahu will be acquitted.

'PM will be acquited, no reason to seek a pardon'

Stabbing in Lod

Suspect arrested near Dimona, terror ruled out

Man, 32, moderately to severely injured in Lod stabbing, police arrested a suspect near Dimona.

Suspect arrested near Dimona, terror ruled out

ISA Chief Zini responds to petition challenging his appointment

In an official response submitted to the High Court, Shin Bet Chief David Zini claimed that the attack against him stems from political motives. According to him, his appointment passed all the required approvals and he is professionally and morally worthy of the position.

ISA Chief Zini responds to petition challenging his appointment

Finance Minister: Grants for reservists to continue in 2026

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says grants provided to reservists' families will not be harmed, continue in 2026, even though emergency call-ups have ended.

Finance Minister: Grants for reservists to continue in 2026

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Religious Zionist MK offers encouragement to haredi soldiers

Dozens protest outside Jerusalem Draft Office, MK Tzvi Succot distributes chocolates to haredi recruits, offering encouragement.

Religious Zionist MK offers encouragement to haredi soldiers

Unprecedented lawsuit against the State

A., 30 years old, sues Health Ministry for seven million NIS, claiming the State hid the fact that she was born via egg donation.

Unprecedented lawsuit against the State

Strauss raises ice cream prices

Strauss Ice Cream announced a price increase of 4.8% on average, with some products rising by up to 9%. The change will take effect from December 1.

Strauss raises ice cream prices

Rabbi Lando:

'People harassing Yeshiva students have never known Torah'

Haredi leader Rabbi Dov Lando criticized draft initiatives and called for the continued strengthening of Torah study.

'People harassing Yeshiva students have never known Torah'

Global Jewish unity urged amid alarming rise in antisemitism

At the EJA conference in Poland, Jewish leaders warn, 'History is repeating itself,' 'the war declared open season on Jews,' now is the time for worldwide Jewish unity.

Global Jewish unity urged amid alarming rise in antisemitism

Smotrich, Netanyahu agree

Crisis with Religious Zionism Party resolved

After a meeting held this evening, it was agreed to advance the approval of a tax benefits bill for IDF reservists - in exchange for the Religious Zionism Party returning to vote with the coalition.

Crisis with Religious Zionism Party resolved

Minister Ron Dermer announces resignation

Minister Ron Dermer informed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of his resignation as Minister for Strategic Affairs, saying he promised his family he would serve for only 2 years.

Minister Ron Dermer announces resignation

Chayei Sarah: Shabbos Family Trivia and Free Guide

Families are invited to discuss Parshat Chayei Sarah at the Shabbos table with a set of trivia questions-on Sarah’s age, the four holy cities, and Abraham’s purchase of the Cave of the Patriarchs. A free Chayei Sarah Trivia and Learning guide, a short video and an image preview are available via the provided links.

Chayei Sarah: Shabbos Family Trivia and Free Guide

'We waited 11 years for this moment':

Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin

Shortly after the funeral of Staff Sergeant Hadar Goldin, his former commander published a letter about his personal closure for one of his soldiers.

Ofer Winter bids farewell to Hadar Goldin

Commander of Israel Dog Unit Meets American Jews

Search and Rescue director Yekutiel Ben-Yaakov is touring North America to recruit volunteers and raise urgent funds for the Israel Dog Unit - a lifeline for families in their darkest hour.

Commander of Israel Dog Unit Meets American Jews

'It's Over'

Idan Amedi’s farewell song to Hadar Goldin

At the funeral of the late Lieutenant Hadar Goldin at the military cemetery in Kfar Saba, singer and songwriter Idan Amedi sang his song "It's Over" in front of the officer's grave.

Idan Amedi’s farewell song to Hadar Goldin

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Otzma Yehudit MK storms lecture in Ben-Gurion University

MK Almog Cohen burst into a lecture by Dr. Sebastian Ben-Daniel at Ben-Gurion University in Beersheba, in protest of his remarks against the IDF.

Otzma Yehudit MK storms lecture in Ben-Gurion University

Hundreds mark Kahane's legacy as New York Jews face fears

Following the election of anti-Israel mayor Zohan Mamdani, New York's Jewish community gathered to honor Rabbi Meir Kahane's memory - and his urgent call for Jews to return to Israel before it's too late.

Hundreds mark Kahane's legacy as New York Jews face fears

Muslim-majority Albania joins Israel Allies Foundation network

The new caucus joined a global network of over 60 pro-Israel parliamentary groups worldwide, advancing faith-based diplomacy and strengthening international support for the State of Israel.

Muslim-majority Albania joins Israel Allies Foundation network

Israel inaugurates new embassy in Tallinn, Estonia

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar opens Israel’s new embassy in Tallinn, emphasizing shared values, innovation, and growing strategic ties with Estonia.

Israel inaugurates new embassy in Tallinn, Estonia

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Left-wing activists interrupt Minister Dichter's speech

During Agriculture Minister Avi Dichter's speech at the 2025 International Gulf Conference on Regionalism, left-wing activists burst into the hall and shouted slogans denouncing the government.

Left-wing activists interrupt Minister Dichter's speech

In rotation:

Rabbi Perez and Yaakov Hagoel to lead Word Zionist Organization

World Zionist Congress elects new leadership with overwhelming support, marking record Diaspora participation.

Rabbi Perez and Yaakov Hagoel to lead Word Zionist Organization

'A Jewish warrior'

After over 11 years in captivity - Hadar Goldin is laid to rest

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, abducted in 2014 and returned this week, is laid to rest in Kfar Saba with full military honors.

After over 11 years in captivity - Hadar Goldin is laid to rest

Supreme Court to rule on MAG case petitions

A panel of three Supreme Court justices will hear three petitions today challenging the Attorney General's and the State Attorney's involvement in the Military Advocate-General's investigation.

Supreme Court to rule on MAG case petitions

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Ben Gvir and Odeh clash as Knesset ushers intervene

During a heated debate on the death penalty for terrorists bill, Minister Itamar Ben Gvir clashes with Arab MKs, prompting Knesset ushers to separate him from MK Ayman Odeh. The bill passes its first reading; Ben Gvir distributes baklava.

Ben Gvir and Odeh clash as Knesset ushers intervene

Ex‑hostage:

'They were nicer to me after seeing my Mother on TV'

Matan Zangauker credited his mother’s vocal campaign for surviving captivity, saying it changed his captors’ attitude, and spoke out against false rumors spread online.

'They were nicer to me after seeing my Mother on TV'

Smotrich:

There is dialogue with US, letting terrorists go is a moral folly

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel retains control over security decisions despite US pressure, and called releasing terrorists in Rafah 'a moral folly' that could threaten troops.

There is dialogue with US, letting terrorists go is a moral folly

Zambian President to Israelis:

‘You are most welcome in Zambia’

Israeli leader emphasizes innovation, partnership, and peace during state visit to Lusaka, strengthening ties with Zambian leadership and civil society.

‘You are most welcome in Zambia’

Hadar Goldin's sister

'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

Hadar Goldin’s siblings make statement following the return of their brother's remains 11 years after he was killed by Hamas terrorists in Gaza.

'Without the people of Israel Hadar wouldn't be home'

Kiryat Gat

Signs calling for sovereignty hung on fence of US base

Activists from the Sovereignty Movement hung banners on the US base in Kiryat Gat, launching a campaign claiming national consensus on applying Israeli sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, and Gaza.

Signs calling for sovereignty hung on fence of US base

Netanyahu surprised in Knesset by report of coordination with US

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu participated in a '40-signature s'debate in the Knesset initiated by the opposition, during which MK Avi Maoz confronted the prime minister with the words of his own spokesperson.

Netanyahu surprised in Knesset by report of coordination with US

Feiglin:

Netanyahu surrendered Israeli sovereignty to Trump

Zehut Party Chairman Moshe Feiglin told Arutz Sheva that Israel’s dependence on the US around Gaza and Lebanon stems from a calculated policy by its leadership, not external pressure.

Netanyahu surrendered Israeli sovereignty to Trump

Haredi newspaper editor: 'We do not belong on the Right'

'The moment working together endangers the Jewish future of Torah learners, the question will be brought to the sages; I don't know what will happen,' Yated Ne'eman editorial warns.

Haredi newspaper editor: 'We do not belong on the Right'

'May we be the last to suffer'

Final farewell to Lior Rudaeff, 763 days after October 7 heroism

Thousands gathered at Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak to honor Lior Rudaeff, killed on October 7 and laid to rest over two years later after a long struggle to bring him home.

Final farewell to Lior Rudaeff, 763 days after October 7 heroism

Join the 'last neighborhood':

Jerusalem's final chance for community living

As Jerusalem Turns to High-Rises, One Area Offers the Last Opportunity for Traditional Family-Oriented Housing-And an Exclusive Investment Group Is Forming Now

Jerusalem's final chance for community living

Nordic Youth Party Leader:

'This is your country, this is your right'

Nordic youth leader Markus Glennmo tells Arutz Sheva that the delegation is visiting Israel to learn about the country’s security challenges from the north to the Gaza envelope.

'This is your country, this is your right'

Seven-year-old dies of measles

Health Ministry announces death of partially-vaccinated seven-year-old boy who arrived at a hospital suffering from measles.

Seven-year-old dies of measles

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

MK Mansour Abbas, head of the United Arab List, leaves Kan Bet interview after refusing to answer question on whether Hamas must be disarmed.

Arab MK leaves interview following question on Hamas' future

Released hostage:

'I never gave into the terrorists,' says Matan Zangauker

Journalist Yolan Cohen speaks about her interview with released hostage Matan Zangauker and the obstinate struggle he waged even while in captivity.

'I never gave into the terrorists,' says Matan Zangauker




























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