Justice Minister Yariv Levin calls to ignore the Attorney General's attempt to halt the dismissal of Shin Bet chief.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara writes to Netanyahu stating that he cannot dismiss the head of the Shin Bet, among other reasons due to the "sensitivity of the matter."
Shin Bet head Ronen Bar announced that he does not intend to resign despite Prime Minister Netanyahu intending to bring a motion in the Cabinet to have him dismissed.
The police will summon Nadav Argaman for questioning regarding a complaint of blackmail by Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Purim in Israel's yeshivas: Bereaved families dance, top police officer visits, a noose for Haman, ex-IDF general in a Fez, and the yeshiva dean's cape.
A new survey by the Ministry of Health reveals that 56% of students from large yeshivas smoke regularly, and 80% of haredi dropouts smoke more than average.
Rachel Goldberg, wife of fallen soldier Avi Goldberg, talks about celebrating Purim despite the difficult pain of the loss and explains the significance behind the family's special costume.
The ISA is investigating a new affair related to the activities of a senior employee at the Office of the Prime Minister, who is reportedly considered close to the Netanyahu couple.
US Envoy Steve Witkoff said that Hamas's answer to his proposal was unacceptable and threatened: 'What happened with the Houthis yesterday ought to inform as to where we stand with the regard to terrorism.'
Media personality Natali Dadon held a Purim party with released hostages and their families.
A group of Israelis has begun work to develop a hilltop homestead overlooking the historically hostile Palestinian Arab city of Huwara.
A large dummy dressed as a haredi IDF soldier was hanged over the street in the Mea She'arim neighborhood in Jerusalem.
The procession was led by survivor of Hamas captivity Karina Ariev, Dani Elgarat, whose brother Itzik was murdered in captivity, Yoav and Sharon Engel, whose son Ofir Engel returned from Hamas captivity, and Shlomi Hajaj, the uncle of hostage Rom Braslavski.
The family of Captain (Res.) Rabbi Avi Goldberg dressed up this year as an 'IDF draft order,' as a tribute to their father who fell in battle in Lebanon.
New Jewish People Policy Institute poll reveals majority of public believes that government's main motive in promoting draft law is coalition survival.
Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen came with his mother Siggi to the home of the Kauders family in Tzur Hadassah to thank them for the part played by their husband and father, First Sergeant Refael Kauders, for the role he played in Eliya's release.
Supreme Court President Justice Yitzhak Amit agrees to the proposal of President Isaac Herzog stating that if a decision is made to establish a state commission of inquiry, its composition will be determined in consultation with Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg.
Emily Damari and Romi Gonen, fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Haifa, were the honored guests at the match between the two teams this evening.
Released hostage Tal Shoham tells of severe physical abuse during his time in captivity, but says he vowed to never lose his humanity. 'I am not a victim.'
Former Chief of Staff and Minister of Defense Moshe Ya'alon made a disturbing statement about the activities of IDF soldiers in the Gaza Strip.
Captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov in first message to attendees at Hostages Square rally: 'I was alone 450 days, it's a terrible feeling. I came back thanks to you, but the task is not yet complete.'
Or Landau, 32 years old from Tel Aviv, found near the Ben Shemen Forest two weeks after he went missing.
Families of hostages and hundreds of people hold Shabbat dinner at the Begin Gate of the Kirya. Sister of Matan Angrest: He's alive, but in ten minutes he might no longer be with us.
Israel Security Agency chief Ronen Bar distances himself from comments made by his predecessor, Nadav Argaman, who said he would consider exposing details of private meetings he had with Netanyahu: A state institution and its head do not use the organization's power except to fulfill its purpose.
Or Landau left his home about two weeks ago without a phone or laptop. His family and friends are asking for the public's help.
Hundreds of wounded IDF soldiers, who fought on the frontlines of Gaza, the northern border, and Judea and Samaria, gathered today at The Terminal hall in Petach Tikva for a deeply moving Purim celebration
Former Justice Minister Haim Ramon slams ISA chief Ronen Bar for 'making demands instead of stepping down after the most horrific massacre in the State of Israel's history.'
Coalition parties expected to win 54 Knesset seats, opposition parties 56, new poll indicates.
US and Israeli officials initiated contact with three East African countries seeking to resettle Gazans in their territory, AP reports.
Yisrael Beytneu chairman does not rule out a joint run with Naftali Bennett in the upcoming elections: "There are no questions at all about who is in first place and who is second; we will know how to solve all the problems."
Special Purim megillah reading at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, as participants pray for the return of all 59 hostages still held by the Hamas terror group in Gaza.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sharply attacks former Shin Bet chief Nadav Argaman, claims that he is conducting a "campaign of blackmail" against him, together with current Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
'In Persia, 2,500 years ago, an enemy rose against us to destroy, eliminate, and wipe the Jewish people off the face of the earth.'
Israeli President Isaac Herzog joins reading of Book of Esther at the synagogue of murdered hostage, Ori Danino, praises his bravery. 'Ori was like an angel amidst the chaos.'
Hamas captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov attends rally in Herzliya alongside friends and released hostages Maya and Itay Regev. 'Even when I was in the darkest place, I felt a spark of light.'
Rabbis call to avoid intercity travel on Friday due to concerns of congestion over Purim holiday, ask Jerusalem residents to open their doors and give charity on Sunday as well.
Beit El yeshiva holds evening prayers and Purim megillah reading, followed by songs and dancing.
Shneur Zalman was injured in a shooting attack near Ariel - and survived by miracle. 'I heard a string of nearly 20 bullets hit the vehicle, I ran for 10 minutes with a bullet in my hand.'
Employee of branch of Jerusalem medical institution claims he hacked the medical file of a hostage who was recently returned to Israel out of 'curiosity.'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar attends trilateral summit with Greece and Cyprus, stressing Israel's position on conflicts with Iran-backed enemies and urging international community to take action.
A 13-year-old girl who was sewing a costume for Purim accidentally swallowed a sewing pin. In a quick endoscopic surgery, the pin was removed from her stomach before it caused harm.
Looking back over the 31 years since one of the most dramatic and divisive events in the history of Judea and Samaria.
For the first time ever, regional leaders from the Yesha Council made an official visit to the United Arab Emirates where they met with government officials, business leaders, influencers, and Israel’s Ambassador to the UAE, Yossi Shelley.
Residents of the Kfar Perach center for individuals with learning disabilities were treated to an entertaining dog show before Purim.
National Unity Chairman MK Benny Gantz surprised MK Almog Cohen (Otzma Yehudit) Mishloach Manot (Purim gifts) in honor of Purim. 'Despite us not agreeing on anything'
Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa’ar instructed Israel's Foreign Ministry to send packages of basic food, including oil, salt, flour, sugar, rice, and more to the Druze community in Syria.
Singers David D'or and Guy Feld hosted released hostage Ohad Ben-Ami to talk about the power of faith that helped him survive in a new and moving song.
The suspect who allegedly shot and lightly wounded a municipal sanitation worker in central Jerusalem claimed he prevented a terror attack. While searching his house, police found and seized substances suspected to be drugs.
Tzvika Mor, father of hostage Eitan, tells Arutz Sheva about the sign of life he received from his son and calls for resuming the war.
Captivity survivor Agam Berger calls on the public to attend a Megillah reading at Hostages Square. "Together, we will reverse the lot and bring back our 59 brothers and sisters."
In its response to a petition regarding the cessation of aid to Gaza, the State demands that the Supreme Court not intervene, arguing that this is a security decision subject to the discretion of the executive branch.
In the heart of the Jerusalem Hills, merely a whisper away from the capital’s center, a unique vision gracefully comes to life - “12 Stones” a community that redefines the essence of deluxe living.
Police found a lion cub being held in a pit near the Bedouin town of Bir Hadaj. The cub was handed over to the Nature and Parks Authority.
Minister Ofir Sofer and opposition MK Gadi Eisenkot, whose offices neighbor each other, presented each other with Purim gifts. 'I wish the good relations between us would be the same between everyone in the country.'
Unusual heat wave kicks off Wednesday, expected to last a week; temperatures to reach over 30 degrees.
Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar welcomed Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Gedion Timotheos and highlighted the connection between the countries.
In preparation for Purim the military Rabbinate is distributing about 125,000 Scrolls of Esther, along with more than 5,000 mishloach manot packages to the soldiers.
The District Court has overturned a lower court's decision that Sophia, age 2, should leave her birth parents to live with her genetic parents; genetic parents promise to appeal.
PM Netanyahu accuses Attorney General's Office of bias during court session, 'They have no shame.'
