Israeli News (Page 71)


Israel Prize:

Prof. Illouz will not receive Israel Prize for defaming Israel

Former Bezalel Academy President, Prof. Eva Illouz, will not receive 2025 Israel Prize for Sociology following committee deadlock on ICJ decision.

Prof. Illouz will not receive Israel Prize for defaming Israel

Court bars left-wing activist from approaching Sara Netanyahu

The Jerusalem Magistrate's Court accepted the request of Sara Netanyahu to issue a restraining order against left-wing protest activist Nava Rosilio barring Rosilio from following and stalking her.

Court bars left-wing activist from approaching Sara Netanyahu

Young parents found shot dead in their Jerusalem apartment

Parents of 4 children found dead in their bedroom in Neve Yaakov. Police investigating possibility of murder-suicide as neighbors express shock.

Young parents found shot dead in their Jerusalem apartment

Protester who harassed policewoman indicted on weapons charges

An indictment was filed against Eyal Yaffe for illegal possession of weapons and ammunition in his home. Among the items were stun and gas grenades, a Kalashnikov, and a submachine gun.

Protester who harassed policewoman indicted on weapons charges

State to Supreme Court:

'Preventing firing of Shin Bet chief will harm national security'

State asks court to reject petitions against the firing of Ronen Bar, citing the crisis of trust between the government and bar at a crucial time.

'Preventing firing of Shin Bet chief will harm national security'

Qatar Gate:

JPost Editor-in-Chief: Police tapped my phone without a warrant

Jerusalem Post Editor-in-Chief Zvika Klein investigated in Qatar Gate affair talks about his interrogation, Qatari funding, and his connections with the other suspects.

JPost Editor-in-Chief: Police tapped my phone without a warrant

Beit Shemesh:

Beit Shemesh at a crossroads: Rapid growth meets chaotic planning

Conflicts between haredim and national religious residents in Beit Shemesh. How did the city get caught up in these power struggles?

Beit Shemesh at a crossroads: Rapid growth meets chaotic planning

Justice Minister draws red line for Supreme Court

Justice Minister Yariv Levin calls on government not to work with ISA chief Ronen Bar if Supreme court cancels his dismissal. 'You'll see that he'll get up and leave.'

Justice Minister draws red line for Supreme Court

Five Days Straight:

Air Force cadets conclude exercise deep in the desert

The IAF has recently concluded a multi-force exercise deep in the deserts of southern Israel, simulating air crews practicing escape and evasion from multiple different forces in enemy territory.

Air Force cadets conclude exercise deep in the desert

Israel denies entry to two UK MPs who called for Israel boycott

Interior Minister Moshe Arbel orders British MPs Yuan Yang and Abtisam Mohamed turned away upon arrival in Israel.

Israel denies entry to two UK MPs who called for Israel boycott

Netanyahu requests to delay testimony due to US trip

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asks to reschedule testimony, citing upcoming trip to Washington, reveals some of the issues to be discussed during the trip.

Netanyahu requests to delay testimony due to US trip

Captivity survivor Omer Wenkert:

For 505 days, I was starved, humiliated, and beaten

Hamas captivity survivor Omer Wenkert speaks of his time in captivity. 'I was held in extreme conditions in a narrow tunnel with a waste pit beside me.'

For 505 days, I was starved, humiliated, and beaten

Investigated editor breaks out in tears in interview

The editor of the Jerusalem Post lost composure during his first interview since being investigated regarding Qatar-Gate.

Investigated editor breaks out in tears in interview

David Saig named as additional suspect in Qatar Gate affair

Israeli businessman David Saig, who has connections in Gulf states, interrogated on suspicion of contacting a foreign agent. 'He has no connection to the suspicions investigated in the affair, he is a law-abiding citizen,' attorney says.

David Saig named as additional suspect in Qatar Gate affair

ISA official disparages Jews in Judea and Samaria

The head of the ISA's Jewish Department referred to suspects in Judea and Samaria as 'Shmucks' and referred to soldiers from the region as 'death squads' and 'Wise guys'.

ISA official disparages Jews in Judea and Samaria

Knesset Speaker visits Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana visits Muslim Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. 'Israel and Uzbekistan stand together as perfect example of the possible relationship between Judaism and Islam.'

Knesset Speaker visits Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan

Orange butterfly named in honor of Ariel Bibas

Academy of the Hebrew Language renames orange butterfly Melitaea ornata in memory of Ariel Bibas, who was murdered with his mother and brother in Hamas captivity.

Orange butterfly named in honor of Ariel Bibas

New poll: Party led by Yoaz Hendel would win 8 seats

New poll examines what the political map might look like if both Naftali Bennett and Yoaz Hendel founded new parties.

New poll: Party led by Yoaz Hendel would win 8 seats

Qatar Gate:

Suspects Urich and Feldstein to be released to house arrest

Qatar Gate suspects Eli Feldstein and Yonatan Urich released to house arrest for 18 days, despite police request to keep them in custody.

Suspects Urich and Feldstein to be released to house arrest

New poll:

National Unity reaches record low, crashing if Bennett runs

New poll shows Likud party continuing to gain in polls, as Benny Gantz's National Unity drops to third-largest in the Knesset.

National Unity reaches record low, crashing if Bennett runs

Released hostage Karina Ariev kicks off Jerusalem marathon

IDF lookout Karina Ariev, kidnapped during the October 7 massacre and released earlier this year in a deal with Hamas, kicks off the 14th International Jerusalem 'Winner' Marathon alongside the city's Mayor Moshe Lion.

Released hostage Karina Ariev kicks off Jerusalem marathon

Survey: Over 60% of Israelis fear potential civil war

New JPPI poll shows 51% of Israelis believe Supreme Court should not interfere in dismissal of ISA chief Ronen Bar.

Survey: Over 60% of Israelis fear potential civil war

MK Gilad Kariv summoned for questioning by police

MK Gilad Kariv summoned for questioning under caution next week on suspicion of leaking classified protocols from the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee.

MK Gilad Kariv summoned for questioning by police

Hostages' father shares moving moment with special needs children

During the emotional meeting, one of the students at ALEH’s special education school approached Tzvika Mor and handed him a gift to give his son Eitan when he returns from Hamas captivity.

Hostages' father shares moving moment with special needs children

Supreme Court:

Tel Aviv ignored rights of Orthodox worshipers

Supreme Court justices criticize Tel Aviv municipality for its opposition to the traditional gender-segregated prayers in public places in its opposition to the prayers of the Rosh Yehudi organization.

Tel Aviv ignored rights of Orthodox worshipers

Commander defends soldier arrested by Shin Bet

The commander of the unit where 1 of the reservists who were arrested with the security coordinator of Malachei HaShalom, calls the reservist an 'outstanding soldier.'

Commander defends soldier arrested by Shin Bet

Meir Panim:

Giving with dignity in the wake of the war

For 25 years, Meir Panim has been a crucial part of Israel’s safety net, catering to those facing food insecurity and poverty. Since the October 7th massacre, the organization has rapidly expanded its mission to meet the evolving needs of the public.

Giving with dignity in the wake of the war

MDA, Israel Railways to install defibrillators on over 150 trains

The initiative, set to be completed in the coming weeks, aims to enhance emergency response capabilities and save more lives in the event of cardiac emergencies during train journeys.

MDA, Israel Railways to install defibrillators on over 150 trains

Nir Barkat:

We must get rid of Qatar, it's a dangerous entity

Minister Barkat called for legislation that classifies Qatar as a terror-supporting state and said it should be considered a 'bitter enemy.'

We must get rid of Qatar, it's a dangerous entity

Proposed bill:

Additional benefits for reservists in agriculture

The proposed bill would grant additional benefits to reservists, including recognition of reserve duty as preferred employment, allocation of agricultural land in border communities, and the provision of grants and water quotas.

Additional benefits for reservists in agriculture

Sa'ar to French counterpart:

War can end tomorrow, it's simple: hostages back, Hamas out

Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar met with French Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot and discussed Iran, Lebanon, Syria, Gaza, and the hostages in Gaza.

War can end tomorrow, it's simple: hostages back, Hamas out

'He was lynched'

Family of hostage Matan Angrest to reveal footage from kidnapping

Family of kidnapped IDF soldier Matan Angrest says they will publish footage of his kidnapping. 'We have no choice, we need to prove that he is in danger of his life.'

Family of hostage Matan Angrest to reveal footage from kidnapping

Journalist's associates dismiss Qatar Gate allegations

After his release from house arrest, associates of the Jerusalem Post editor rejected the allegations against him and insisted he acted according to law.

Journalist's associates dismiss Qatar Gate allegations

Journalists' Organization calls to remain silent in investigation

Following the summons of journalists to testify in the Qatar Gate affair, the Journalists' Organization held a special Zoom meeting this morning in which they advised members not to confess to investigators.

Journalists' Organization calls to remain silent in investigation

AG reveals: Journalist suspected of accepting favors from Qatar

Attorney General says investigation of journalist Zvika Klein moved from open testimony to interrogation under caution mid-session.

AG reveals: Journalist suspected of accepting favors from Qatar

Israeli journalist:

'Saying Bibi received money from Qatar is slandering him'

Israeli journalist Guy Peleg claimed that in his opinion, Prime Minister Netanyahu did not know about the alleged connection between his office staff and Qatar.

'Saying Bibi received money from Qatar is slandering him'

Haredi soldiers:

'They threw stones and diapers at me'

Meir Shemtsov, a haredi who served in the IDF, called for haredi leaders to work against the stigma that drafting holds in haredi communities.

'They threw stones and diapers at me'

Netanyahu blasts Ronen Bar, Shin Bet responds

The Prime Minister claims, in response to the "Qatar Gate" affair, that Benny Gantz and Ronen Bar praised Qatar and visited it – yet were not investigated like his adviser Yonatan Urich.

Netanyahu blasts Ronen Bar, Shin Bet responds

Poll:

Otzma Yehudit wins ten seats

New Kan 11 News poll indicates that while Otzma Yehudit strengthens to ten seats, the National Unity Party significantly weakens to 15.

Otzma Yehudit wins ten seats

'Ungrateful'

Haredi MK attacks religious Zionist minister

UTJ's Moshe Gafni lambasted Minister Ofir Sofer for participating in a march calling for haredi conscription. 'He's a minister thanks to us.'

Haredi MK attacks religious Zionist minister

Minister Zohar to Arutz Sheva:

'We are one nation and we have one destination'

Culture and Sport Minister Miki Zohar discusses war efforts, unity, and global Jewish support. 'We must strengthen bonds between Israel and Jewish communities worldwide; together we can achieve great things.'

'We are one nation and we have one destination'

Rabbi Stav to Arutz Sheva:

No tribe should be exempt from holy mission of military service

Rabbi David Stav spoke to Arutz Sheva from the 'March for Conscription' and explained why he chose to hit the streets to call on the IDF to draft haredim.

No tribe should be exempt from holy mission of military service

Coalition crisis resolved:

Almog Cohen to become deputy minister, Smotrich to remain in govt

MK Cohen's move will allow Zvi Sukkot to return to the Knesset without forcing MK Yitzhak Koizer out or causing Finance Minister Smotrich to move from the government to the Knesset.

Almog Cohen to become deputy minister, Smotrich to remain in govt

'I'm a radical leftist?'

Protest march of bereaved families for enlistment

Hagai Luber and Leli Dery, the parents of fallen soldiers, responded to the claims that the protest march of the bereaved parents 'Marching for Conscription' that is taking place today.

Protest march of bereaved families for enlistment

Sa'ar to UN Peace coordinator:

'PA must stop payments to terrorists'

Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar told Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Sigrid Kaag that the PA's current patterns of action do not allow for trust in it.

'PA must stop payments to terrorists'

Haifa: Child attempts to steal principal's weapon

Haifa police arrest 12-year-old suspected of attempting to steal principal's weapon, threaten him.

Haifa: Child attempts to steal principal's weapon

PM to court:

'A slew of false briefings'

Prime Minister Netanyahu attacks court investigation against him, claiming repeated attempts to distort reality with false briefings.

'A slew of false briefings'

Pres. Herzog meets reservist with autistic children

Marking World Autism Awareness Day, President Isaac Herzog meets IDF reserve soldier and his two children on the autistic spectrum.

Pres. Herzog meets reservist with autistic children

Outrage at disclosure of Nova report: 'Where were you? Asleep?'

IDF findings of response to Nova festival attack presented to the bereaved families; parents outraged by conclusions.

Outrage at disclosure of Nova report: 'Where were you? Asleep?'

Yisrael Ganz:

'A historic revolution in Judea and Samaria'

Defense Minister and Finance Minister visit Binyamin: "We will continue to prevent the Arab takeover of the heart of the country." According to the data, in the past year, there has been a 50% increase in demolitions of illegal Arab construction. The extent of land takeover has decreased by a third.

'A historic revolution in Judea and Samaria'

AG to Supreme Court:

Delay hearing on appeals against Ben Gvir's appointment

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara asks Supreme Court to delay hearing on appeal against National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's appointment as minister, citing 'progress' in discussions.

Delay hearing on appeals against Ben Gvir's appointment

Ben Gvir ascends Temple Mount

After 13 days during which the Temple Mount was closed to Jews, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ascends, drawing criticism from haredi MK.

Ben Gvir ascends Temple Mount

Liberman calls for arrest of leading haredi rabbis

MK Avigdor Liberman, head of Yisrael Beytenu, calls for arrest of former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef, haredi leader Rabbi Dov Lando, for their anti-draft statements.

Liberman calls for arrest of leading haredi rabbis

Chilling testimony:

'Sometimes I have to convince myself that it really happened'

Osher Daniel, who survived the 10/7 massacre at the Nova Music Festival, gives a chilling review of the twelve excruciating hours when she fought for her life.

'Sometimes I have to convince myself that it really happened'

Gil Birger named as businessman interrogated in Qatar Gate case

Gil Birger interrogated under caution in connection with Qatar Gate case, police claim he was involved in transferring money.

Gil Birger named as businessman interrogated in Qatar Gate case

These are the MKs who clocked the most - and least - hours

Ahead of the spring recess, Knesset releases attendance records for MK's in the Israeli parliament.

These are the MKs who clocked the most - and least - hours




























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