Israeli News (Page 103)


International DJ returns to Israel: Jews and Israelis, come home

International DJ Oded Nir returns to Israel after 20 years and calls on Diaspora Jews to come home and recognize that we are surrounded by wolves waiting for our downfall.

International DJ returns to Israel: Jews and Israelis, come home

Steve Witkoff at Western Wall:

'I pray for the hostages and an end to the war'

During a diplomatic visit to Israel, US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff visited the Western Wall ahead of Tisha B’Av, where he offered a personal prayer, placed a note in the Wall, and voiced support for Israel and the hostages.

'I pray for the hostages and an end to the war'

Tila Falic Levi:

'We should be grateful that Netanyahu is willing to lead us'

Arutz Sheva speaks with Tila Falic Levi, leading activist for Israel & Jewish diaspora and a close friend of the Netanyahus.

'We should be grateful that Netanyahu is willing to lead us'

CENTCOM Commander visits the Western Wall

On his first visit to Judaism’s holiest site, General Kurilla joins prayers for IDF, US forces, and return of hostages; 'My mother told me God would repay me for supporting Israel.'

CENTCOM Commander visits the Western Wall

Moving video: Priestly Blessing in Congress

During an official visit to Washington, DC, Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan met with Rep. Jodey Arrington and blessed him.

Moving video: Priestly Blessing in Congress

Jerusalem Zoo worker killed in leopard attack

A leopard attacked an employee this morning at the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem. The employee was evacuated to the hospital with serious neck injuries and could not be saved.

Jerusalem Zoo worker killed in leopard attack

Rami Davidian: 'Flatten Gaza and build for massacre survivors'

Rami Davidian, who rescued dozens from the Nova Festival massacre, says that if Gush Katif had remained, October 7th would not have happened as the Jewish communities there were our protection.

Rami Davidian: 'Flatten Gaza and build for massacre survivors'

Smotrich:

'No more negotiations with Hamas for a partial deal'

Minister Bezalel Smotrich at the Vision Conference: "Either we continue until victory, or we succumb to fatigue and external pressures."

'No more negotiations with Hamas for a partial deal'

Trump on Gaza:

'We want to make sure people get fed'

President Donald Trump tells NBC News he expects Israel to ensure US aid to Gaza reaches civilians, not Hamas, voices confidence in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s competence.

'We want to make sure people get fed'

Hostage’s mother to gov't:

'Defeat Hamas or bring everyone back'

Ditza Or, mother of Avinatan who is being held captive in Gaza, addresses National Vision Conference: Either defeat Hamas or bring everyone back.

'Defeat Hamas or bring everyone back'

Minister Yariv Levin:

'Everything is ready for first step toward sovereignty'

Justice Minister Yariv Levin on the issue of sovereignty: "We are close to the first step and must make a supreme effort to start this process in practice."

'Everything is ready for first step toward sovereignty'

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14 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in Haifa

Demonstrators refused police orders to disperse; arrests made after chants against IDF operations in Gaza.

14 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in Haifa

Sa'ar to German counterpart:

'It's Judea and Samaria, not the West Bank'

Foreign Minister tells Johann Wadephul that Israel won’t forfeit security, slams global pressure, PA incitement, and hypocrisy on Jewish presence in Judea and Samaria.

'It's Judea and Samaria, not the West Bank'

'Fake news'

Netanyahu denies reported Trump tensions amid Gaza War concerns

Atlantic report cites tensions between Trump and Netanyahu over Gaza conflict, but Israeli PM’s office calls claims 'fake news' and declines to comment.

Netanyahu denies reported Trump tensions amid Gaza War concerns

New York Governor calls for urgent humanitarian aid in Gaza

Governor Hochul echoes claims of starvation in Gaza, urges Israel to act alongside US to deliver aid, while reaffirming support for hostages’ release and a lasting peace

New York Governor calls for urgent humanitarian aid in Gaza

Herzog announces visit to Baltic states

Israeli President Isaac Herzog to travel to Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia with the goal of bolstering ties, advancing hostage diplomacy, and honoring Holocaust memory, accompanied by a top Israeli economic delegation.

Herzog announces visit to Baltic states

Israeli student wins silver in biology Olympics

Shira Gross, a senior student at the Amit Givat Shmuel Ulpana, won a silver medal at the International Biology Olympiad (IBO), held this year in the Philippines.

Israeli student wins silver in biology Olympics

Yoseph Haddad:

'I was attacked for nationalistic reasons'

Yosef Haddad was summoned for further investigation after firing his gun into the air during a road altercation. He claims it was a nationalistic incident and fired because he felt his life was in danger.

'I was attacked for nationalistic reasons'

Tragic End:

Roi Wasserstein took his own life after over 300 days in reserves

Roi Wasserstein, 24 from Netanya, served over 300 reserve days in the 401st Brigade. Yesterday, he took his own life.

Roi Wasserstein took his own life after over 300 days in reserves

Rehovot: The morning walk that saved a little boy's life

Three-year-old boy forgotten in vehicle overnight is saved by alert citizen out for a morning walk.

Rehovot: The morning walk that saved a little boy's life

'For the Redemption of Zion':

Rare coin from the Great Revolt discovered in Jerusalem

Bronze coin minted by Jews in Jerusalem during final year before Second Temple's destruction in 70 CE discovered during excavations in the Jerusalem Archaeological Garden - Davidson Center.

Rare coin from the Great Revolt discovered in Jerusalem

20 years after Disengagement:

Majority of Israelis support Israeli settlement in Gaza

New poll reveals majority of Israeli public believes 2005 Disengagement from Gaza was a mistake, led to the October 7th massacre.

Majority of Israelis support Israeli settlement in Gaza

Netanyahu rushing emigration plan to keep Ben-Gvir in coalition

Prime Minister Netanyahu is rushing the plan for voluntary emigration from Gaza to prevent Otzma Yehudit from breaking away from the coalition.

Netanyahu rushing emigration plan to keep Ben-Gvir in coalition

Min. Kisch:

'Hamas, the modern Nazis, will not remain in Gaza'

Education Minister to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News: We face a long period of rehabilitation in the north. In the south, we are striking Hamas hard. Stagnation in the fighting? We are at a turning point.

'Hamas, the modern Nazis, will not remain in Gaza'

Following shooting incident:

Yoseph Haddad released to house arrest, pistol confiscated

Pro-Israel activist says he acted in self-defense during racially motivated assault; no injuries reported as bullet struck nearby wall.

Yoseph Haddad released to house arrest, pistol confiscated

Netanyahu:

'Prisoners ran the prisons instead of other way around'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits Israel Prison Service: "What we have here is not just justice or deterrence, but considerable intelligence and assets that we have used to rescue our hostages. We will achieve the absolute victory while freeing our hostages. This is an effort from which we will not relent."

'Prisoners ran the prisons instead of other way around'

Ashdod:

Haredi resident attacked during midnight mitzvah

Victim beaten and cursed by three youths in early-morning assault; police responded quickly but suspects escaped.

Haredi resident attacked during midnight mitzvah

Agam's message six months after being released from captivity

Six months after her release, Berger shares emotional message urging unity to redeem captives. 'You returned the tune to my life.'

Agam's message six months after being released from captivity

Hostages Families:

Recognizing Palestinian state rewards Hamas, not peace

British hostage families urge UK to halt recognition plan until all captives are freed, warning it may embolden Hamas and delay their release.

Recognizing Palestinian state rewards Hamas, not peace

Smotrich demands

'Revoke tax benefits for Physicians for Human Rights'

First Publication: Finance Minister calls on the Tax Authority to strip Physicians for Human Rights of its tax-exempt status following a report accusing Israel of war crimes.

'Revoke tax benefits for Physicians for Human Rights'

Nir Oz

Gadi Mozes, captivity survivor, lays slain partner to rest

Katz, partner of freed hostage Gadi Mozes, was reburied in Nir Oz after temporary burial; Mozes vows to help rebuild community and fight for release of remaining captives.

Gadi Mozes, captivity survivor, lays slain partner to rest

Landmark exit in Israeli cyber sector

Acquisition marks Palo Alto Networks' largest deal and reinforces Israel's leadership in global cybersecurity innovation.

Landmark exit in Israeli cyber sector

Yoseph Haddad detained for questioning after firing his gun

Public diplomacy activist Yoseph Haddad was questioned after his gun went off during an altercation in southern Tel Aviv.

Yoseph Haddad detained for questioning after firing his gun

'Violence earns legitimacy'

Captivity survivor slams UK plan to recognize Palestinian state

Emily Damari warns that UK recognition of Palestinian statehood while Hamas controls Gaza may legitimize terror and obstruct efforts for long-term peace.

Captivity survivor slams UK plan to recognize Palestinian state

Ministers to Supreme Court:

AG can't be dismissed through legal process

Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli tell Supreme Court government unable to implement proposal for Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's dismissal, citing widespread disqualification of potential committee members.

AG can't be dismissed through legal process

Hilltop youth coordinator pays special visit to Israel Dog Unit

A special meeting was recently held at the Israel Dog Unit (IDU) headquarters in Kfar Tapuach with Avichai Tanami, the special coordinator for addressing the issue of hilltop youth in Judea and Samaria.

Hilltop youth coordinator pays special visit to Israel Dog Unit

Samaria:

Man pretending to be religious scribe sells printed mezuzahs

Ashkelon police uncover dozens of fake sacred texts in undercover sting, say 56-year-old suspect posed as certified scribe.

Man pretending to be religious scribe sells printed mezuzahs

Amichai Eliyahu:

Hostages are POWs, Gaza will be Jewish after Hamas defeat

Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu says Israel shouldn't address Gaza hunger during wartime, sovereignty will bring security.

Hostages are POWs, Gaza will be Jewish after Hamas defeat

Gush Etzion marks significant milestone in development

New master plan for Gvaot neighborhood includes over 1,000 housing units with public spaces and landmark inclusion for people with disabilities.

Gush Etzion marks significant milestone in development

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Minister Wasserlauf catches thief in Tel Aviv

Minister Wasserlauf found himself in a chase in the Shapira neighborhood of Tel Aviv, apprehended the thief, and held him until police arrived.

Minister Wasserlauf catches thief in Tel Aviv

Ministers, MKs demand civilian access to northern Gaza

Badra Yosef leaves country after husband's passing amid dwindling Jewish presence; only four Jews remain in Yemen.

Ministers, MKs demand civilian access to northern Gaza

Lapid urges supporters not to watch Channel 14

Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid called on his supporters not to watch Channel 14 even in public spaces, and suggested 'politely asking to change the channel.'

Lapid urges supporters not to watch Channel 14

Smotrich and Chief of Staff Zamir clash: I miss Herzi Halevi

In a tense cabinet meeting, Finance Minister Smotrich criticizes IDF Chief of Staff Zamir and voices longing for his predecessor, Herzi Halevi.

Smotrich and Chief of Staff Zamir clash: I miss Herzi Halevi

Released hostage:

Arbel Yehud speaks about the ongoing fears and pain

Six months after her release from Hamas captivity, Arbel Yehud shares the emotional pain of leaving her partner behind, calls on Israeli leaders to take bold action to bring the remaining hostages home.

Arbel Yehud speaks about the ongoing fears and pain

Attempted lynching in Mount Hebron: Yinon Levi released

Judge Chavi Toker rejected the police's request to extend Levi’s detention. Levi had fired at rioters who surrounded him during development work; a Palestinian Arab was killed by the gunfire.

Attempted lynching in Mount Hebron: Yinon Levi released

Actor Alon Abutbul collapses and dies on beach

60-year-old Alon Abutbul swam this morning at Habonim beach and when coming out of the water he collapsed; despite resuscitation attempts he died.

Actor Alon Abutbul collapses and dies on beach

Gush Etzion:

Six Jewish outposts demolished in coordinated operation

Residents report violence during demolitions, accuse Civil Administration of aiding Arab land grabs; say outposts were vital to securing area and stopping PA expansion.

Six Jewish outposts demolished in coordinated operation

1,200 participants complete circuit of Temple Mount gates

About 1,200 participants from all over the country circled the Temple Mount to pray at each of the gates.

1,200 participants complete circuit of Temple Mount gates

Erdan:

Only military rule in Gaza can defeat Hamas

At Gush Katif conference, former UN ambassador calls for martial law, rejects Hamas starvation claims, and announces intention to run for Likud leadership.

Only military rule in Gaza can defeat Hamas

Smotrich:

'We must rebuild Gush Katif even bigger'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the war offers a unique opportunity to reverse the Disengagement.

'We must rebuild Gush Katif even bigger'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar:

International pressure undermining ceasefire efforts

Top diplomat warns Hamas emboldened by external calls to halt Israel's military campaign.

International pressure undermining ceasefire efforts

Israeli fires in self-defense amid arab riot, faces arrest

Yinon Levi, previously sanctioned by the US, arrested after defending himself from Arab rioters—one of whom was a producer of the anti-Israel film No Other Land—during violent incident near Carmel.

Israeli fires in self-defense amid arab riot, faces arrest

Report:

October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

The Public Defender's report indicates an increase in cases where citizens without a criminal record become involved in criminal proceedings, often due to mental distress and poverty.

October 7th massacre trauma turned Israelis to crime

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Haredi leadership believes that any students enlisting could mean a crack in the traditional stance against service in the IDF.

Haredi Yeshivot fear rising enlistment rates among their students

Sderot Mayor:

'Anyone imagining a deal with Hamas doesn’t understand reality'

As part of the "Decisive Victory" encampment led by wounded soldiers near the Knesset, Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi visits to express gratitude and support their call for a complete victory over Hamas.

'Anyone imagining a deal with Hamas doesn’t understand reality'

Lapid:

'The Gaza campaign has spun out of control'

Opposition leader blasts government policy in Gaza and warns of continued escalation. Ministers and right-wing figures strongly condemn his remarks.

'The Gaza campaign has spun out of control'