Israeli News (Page 102)


Israel Dog Unit brings joy on saddest day of the year

The IDU’s dog handlers hosted a special demonstration for children from the BeLev Echad organization during Tisha B'Av.

Israel Dog Unit brings joy on saddest day of the year

The drive to Jerusalem may soon become more expensive

'We will make it difficult for those who use a car to enter the city,' says Mayor Moshe Lion, promising relief once light rail and train projects are completed.

The drive to Jerusalem may soon become more expensive

TA Stock Exchange to begin Monday-Friday trading week on 1/5

The Israel Securities Authority and Finance Minister Smotrich approved the change to align with global markets and boost international investment in the Israeli economy.

TA Stock Exchange to begin Monday-Friday trading week on 1/5

Dramatic footage:

Reckless driver flees police in desert pursuit

Yoav Unit halts reckless driver violating parole; Negev resident charged with endangering lives, obstructing officers, and multiple traffic offenses.

Reckless driver flees police in desert pursuit

Brother of Hostage:

Hamas is orchestrating cruel & twisted 'hunger games'

Ilay, brother of hostage Evyatar David, spoke with Arutz Sheva - Israel National News about the recent Hamas video of his brother in captivity.

Hamas is orchestrating cruel & twisted 'hunger games'

Thousands celebrate haircutting ceremony at Joseph's Tomb

Thousands of Israelis visited Joseph's Tomb in Shechem last night for an emotional ceremonial haircutting ceremony for Rabbi Lieberman's grandson.

Thousands celebrate haircutting ceremony at Joseph's Tomb

‘What do you wish to hide?’

AG Miara faces harsh rebuke from judges

In a rare rebuke, Justices Sohlberg and Willner fault AG Miara for inadequate answers and allege concealment of critical legal and factual information.

AG Miara faces harsh rebuke from judges

In Depth:

The Druze and Israel

Following the massacres in Suwayda, the Druze find themselves in the global spotlight. What makes such a relatively small minority in Syria so important to Israel?

The Druze and Israel

Yair Netanyahu: Qatar is the modern-day Nazi Germany

Yair Netanyahu sharply criticizes Qatar, one of the mediators in the negotiations for the release of hostages, calling it “the modern-day Nazi Germany.”

Yair Netanyahu: Qatar is the modern-day Nazi Germany

Over terror livestreams

Families of October 7 victims sue Meta

Lawsuit accuses Facebook and Instagram of facilitating Hamas’ October 7 massacre. The plaintiffs, including victims' families, demand over $1 billion for emotional and psychological trauma caused by the platforms' role in livestreaming the attack.

Families of October 7 victims sue Meta

'I fought for a true Draft Law'

Edelstein’s removal approved

The Knesset House Committee approves, by a 10-4 vote, the removal of MK Yuli Edelstein from the chairmanship of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. MK Boaz Bismuth elected as the new chairman.

Edelstein’s removal approved

Aryeh Deri

'God forbid we consider if we should contribute'

While speaking with yeshiva students, Shas chairman says that even during times of war, the students should not even consider changes or enlisting in the military to defend the nation.

'God forbid we consider if we should contribute'

6 DAYS LEFT

1,800 murdered - 18,000 trees by August 9th

6 Days Left Before Tu B'Av Deadline - Farmers Face Urgent Crisis

1,800 murdered - 18,000 trees by August 9th

Government votes to remove Attorney General

On Monday evening, the government unanimously approved a proposal by Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Minister Yariv Levin to immediately end the tenure of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara.

Government votes to remove Attorney General

NIS 3.2 billion budget for rebuilding south after Oct. 7 approved

Netanyahu: 'Today, the Government is approving extensive steps for the rebuilding, development and renewal of many communities in the Negev, and Ashkelon.'

NIS 3.2 billion budget for rebuilding south after Oct. 7 approved

Teen injured by Border Police officer released to home care

The teen injured by a police officer's gunfire between Givat Asaf and Beit El was released from the hospital. Several Rabbis have called for an investigation of the incident.

Teen injured by Border Police officer released to home care

Jewish Educators' Day:

Dealing with the teacher shortage by enhancing Teacher Standing

Arutz Sheva summarized problems, tips and solutions voiced by experts at Herzog Global's one day seminar, for both parents and teachers to ponder.

Dealing with the teacher shortage by enhancing Teacher Standing

Governor Sanders visits Western Wall with Ambassador Huckabee

Joined by her father, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee, Sarah Huckabee-Sanders prayed at the Western Wall, voicing support for Israel and honoring the site’s sacred legacy.

Governor Sanders visits Western Wall with Ambassador Huckabee

Court acquits Givat Ronen resident of racist assault charges

District Court acquits David Chai Hasdai of all charges of attempting to lynch five Bedouin female family members, in what his attorney terms a 'courageous decision.'

Court acquits Givat Ronen resident of racist assault charges

Herzog in Vilnius:

Hostages are victims of crimes against humanity

President Herzog urges global action from Vilnius, exposing dire hostage conditions in Gaza and accusing the UN of failing to deliver Israeli-supplied aid.

Hostages are victims of crimes against humanity

After escapes and chaos

Deadly end for 262 crocodiles at Israeli farm

262 crocodiles shot dead at abandoned Petzael farm following repeated escapes, severe neglect, and failed relocation efforts, sparking condemnation from activists.

Deadly end for 262 crocodiles at Israeli farm

Sa'ar slams global media silence on hostage torture

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar demands urgent international action on the Gaza hostage crisis, condemns Hamas propaganda tactics, and criticizes global media silence.

Sa'ar slams global media silence on hostage torture

MK blocks Gaza aid trucks at Allenby Crossing in protest

MK Yitzhak Kroizer joins Allenby Crossing protest against humanitarian aid to Hamas: 'Giving Hamas air to breathe while harming the hostages.'

MK blocks Gaza aid trucks at Allenby Crossing in protest

Home birth tragedy:

Newborn dies during birth, mother in light condition

Newborn baby girl, delivered on Sunday during a home birth that encountered complications, was pronounced dead at Hillel Yaffe Medical Center in Hadera.

Newborn dies during birth, mother in light condition

20 years on:

Core group forms to rebuild Sa-Nur in northern Samaria

Former residents and young couples gather for founding meeting to relaunch Sa-Nur, marking 20 years since the community's uprooting in the disengagement.

Core group forms to rebuild Sa-Nur in northern Samaria

Disengagement:

When the IDF left the writing was already on the wall

Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs drew a connection between the Disengagement from Gush Katif and the current war, stating: 'We learned the hard way, hopefully we've woken up.'

When the IDF left the writing was already on the wall

On night of Tisha B'Av

Break-in at yeshiva causes extensive damage

A severe act of vandalism on the night of Tisha B'Av at a yeshiva in Modi'in Illit, as unidentified individuals break in and cause significant damage.

Break-in at yeshiva causes extensive damage

Father of Evyatar David:

'He’s silent, emaciated, unrecognizable'

Avishai David, father of hostage Evyatar David, describes the latest images of his son in captivity: "He's silent, terrifyingly thin, disconnected from the world."

'He’s silent, emaciated, unrecognizable'

Defying The Supreme Court:

Government to vote on dismissing Attorney General

The government is expected to immediately begin the process of finding a new Attorney General after the vote to dismiss Gali Baharav-Miara.

Government to vote on dismissing Attorney General

Polls show Ben-Gvir climbing to nine seats

A new poll released Sunday evening by Channel 13 suggests that if elections were held today, the Otzma Yehudit party would secure nine seats in the Knesset.

Polls show Ben-Gvir climbing to nine seats

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Prayer for unity and hostages' return at the Western Wall

Tisha B’Av, a solemn day of mourning for the destruction of the Temples and the consequences of baseless hatred, will conclude with a communal moment of reflection and hope.

Prayer for unity and hostages' return at the Western Wall

Tel Aviv allows protest tent against famine in Gaza

A tent set up in Dizengoff Square is causing public outrage with lectures against Israel, fasting in support of Gaza residents, and propaganda aligning with Hamas narratives.

Tel Aviv allows protest tent against famine in Gaza

Academia attacks IDF:

TA University urges academic writing against Israel

Academic journal Israeli Sociology, affiliated with Tel Aviv University, issues a call for papers encouraging writing accusing Israel of ethnic cleansing and systematic extermination. Critics warn of publicly funded anti-Zionist propaganda.

TA University urges academic writing against Israel

The Fall of the Last Jewish Town in Gush Katif

Arutz Sheva TV documented the sights and sounds of the destruction of this once flourishing community and the expulsion of the Jews living there.

The Fall of the Last Jewish Town in Gush Katif

Chabad bumper stickers tip off police to stolen motorcycle

17-year-old PA resident arrested near Hizma checkpoint; motorcycle stolen from central Israel, suspect lacked entry permit and valid license.

Chabad bumper stickers tip off police to stolen motorcycle

‘We’re going back’:

Gush Katif evictee dreams of Jewish return to Gaza

Twenty years after the Disengagement, Anita Tucker calls for a renewed Jewish presence in Gaza, as the key to true security for Israel.

Gush Katif evictee dreams of Jewish return to Gaza

Leopard who killed JM Biblical Zoo worker to remain on display

The Jerusalem Biblical Zoo has decided to keep the Persian leopard Aladdin, which was responsible for the death of zoo employee Uriel Nuri.

Leopard who killed JM Biblical Zoo worker to remain on display

First time in thousands of years:

Jewish minister leads prayers on the Temple Mount

Thousands ascend to pray; Jews allowed to sing, prostrate under new policy hailed as historic change in worship rights at Judaism’s holiest site.

Jewish minister leads prayers on the Temple Mount

Idan Amedi lashes out at artists' ceasefire petition

Singer and IDF reservist Idan Amedi, wounded in Gaza, blasted artists backing a ceasefire, calling them "privileged" and "disconnected," and urging them to "fight for a day" before judging.

Idan Amedi lashes out at artists' ceasefire petition

Former Chief of Staff:

'We must not return to Gaza without full national support'

"The IDF does not like to evacuate communities - it prefers to protect Jews," says former chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot, calling on young adults to take part in shaping the future of the country.

'We must not return to Gaza without full national support'

After a month of searching:

Body of Israeli hiker found in Canada

65-year-old likely drowned while hiking near Whistler; family to bury him in Canada, honoring his deep love for the country.

Body of Israeli hiker found in Canada

Tzvi Hendel:

'Jewish presence in Gaza would have prevented Oct. 7 massacre'

Head of the Gaza Coast Regional Council and former MK Tzvi Hendel still feels the pain of betrayal by late Ariel Sharon and remains optimistic that Jews will return to live in Gush Katif.

'Jewish presence in Gaza would have prevented Oct. 7 massacre'

Smotrich:

'One response - total destruction!'

Smotrich calls Hamas terrorists "Nazis who abuse with inhuman cruelty", says the video of hostage Evyatar David aims to break the spirit of the people - but Israel will not surrender.

'One response - total destruction!'

Netanyahu:

'Hamas committing Nazi-style abuse against hostages'

Netanyahu speaks with the families of hostages Rom Braslavski and Evyatar David after distressing videos of them, condemns Hamas’s cruelty and reaffirms Israel's ongoing efforts to secure the hostages' release.

'Hamas committing Nazi-style abuse against hostages'

Released Hostage:

'I chose to fast in the tunnels on Tisha B'Av'

At a Tisha B’Av night event in Tel Aviv, former hostage Agam Berger delivered a powerful speech, recounting her experience in captivity and reflecting on the resilience of the Jewish people throughout history.

'I chose to fast in the tunnels on Tisha B'Av'

Pres. Herzog to world leaders:

Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

President Isaac Herzog condemns Hamas’ treatment of hostages, urges world leaders to demand hostages’ release and stop aid from reaching terrorists. 'This is a test of humanity.'

Demand aid reach civilians - not terrorists

Twenty Years Later:

Gush Katif evacuee plans rebirth of the region

Anita Tucker, who was evicted from Gush Katif, told JNS about her drive to rebuild the region after the war.

Gush Katif evacuee plans rebirth of the region

Released Hostage:

'Hamas has plenty of food a few meters away'

Released hostage Tal Shoham explains exactly how much food Hamas has - and how they still refuse to share any with the hostages.

'Hamas has plenty of food a few meters away'

President Herzog at Eicha:

'Our hearts burn with pain for the hostages'

Attending Tisha B’Av reading of Eicha, President Isaac Herzog refers to disturbing video of hostage Evyatar David, calls on Israelis to fast and pray for the captives’ safe return. 'They are everyone's sons.'

'Our hearts burn with pain for the hostages'

Amazing Discovery in Binyamin:

Water system at British Police Junction

Hezki Bezalel, a tour guide, researcher, and member of the Binyamin Tour Guides Forum, has shared details of a remarkable archaeological discovery in the Binyamin region.

Water system at British Police Junction

Hamas rejects Witkoff’s claim it is willing to disarm

Hamas issues sharp denial to US envoy Steve Witkoff’s statement that the terror group will disarm under a ceasefire deal, reaffirming commitment to armed resistance.

Hamas rejects Witkoff’s claim it is willing to disarm

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Tisha B'Av night at the Western Wall

Large crowd gathers to read the Book of Lamentations and recite 'Kinot' prayers at the Western Wall. Watch.

Tisha B'Av night at the Western Wall

Captivity survivor:

'There's food beyond that door - I smelled it'

Hamas captivity survivor Omer Wenkert speaks at demonstration, says video of Evyatar David brings him back to Hamas' tunnels. 'I know they have food there beyond the door, I used to smell it every day while I was getting two handfuls of rice a day.'

'There's food beyond that door - I smelled it'

Multi-force missile strike exercise in Acre

The exercise was led by the Home Front Command and Israel Police, with the participation of all local emergency and rescue services.

Multi-force missile strike exercise in Acre

Tisha B'av - the destruction of the Temple

Israel marks the day when both Holy Temples were destroyed; tens of thousands recite prayers of mourning at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

Tisha B'av - the destruction of the Temple

Israel warns:

Hostage deal unlikely, Hamas pushing for escalation

Israel is losing hope for a hostage deal as Hamas reportedly withdraws from talks and leaders relocate to Turkey. “The talks are in the process of collapsing,” says a source.

Hostage deal unlikely, Hamas pushing for escalation