Israeli News (Page 115)


Netanyahu on hostage talks: 'There has been great progress'

Prime Minister Netanyahu said there was progress being made to achieve a hostage deal, but noted: 'It's early to give hope.'

Netanyahu on hostage talks: 'There has been great progress'

FM Sa'ar:

UK sanctions on ministers are outrageous

Foreign Minister announces reopening of Israeli embassy in Lusaka, outlines strategic ties with Africa.

UK sanctions on ministers are outrageous

Huckabee denies electoral interference

US ambassador Mike Huckabee declared that he had made no attempt to influence Israel's haredi parties not to force elections.

Huckabee denies electoral interference

Herzog to the Chief Rabbis:

'Declare a day of fasting and prayer for the hostages'

The President of the State called on the Chief Rabbis to declare a day of fasting for the hostages.

'Declare a day of fasting and prayer for the hostages'

Zambian FM tours Samaria in landmark visit to Israel

'The Bible speaks of the significance of Samaria,' says Zambian Foreign Minister Mulambo Haimbe during his official visit to Israel, marking the first time a sitting Zambian foreign minister has toured the region.

Zambian FM tours Samaria in landmark visit to Israel

Front-seat road deaths surge by 25% in 2024

Or Yarok reveals a sharp rise in fatalities among front-seat passengers in 2024, with 279 killed, a 25% increase over the previous year. Safety advocates urge stronger enforcement and public awareness to reduce the toll.

Front-seat road deaths surge by 25% in 2024

Driver who struck police officer was former inmate

A 38-year-old woman caught driving while talking on her phone was asked to pull over, and decided to go on a wild chase on the roads of Ashkelon with her 3-year-old son in the car.

Driver who struck police officer was former inmate

Public transportation set for another price hike in June

Bus fares in Israel expected to climb by up to 12% next month, marking a nearly 50% increase within a year, following recent fare hikes amid efforts to delay a rise through government subsidies.

Public transportation set for another price hike in June

Service For All:

Tzohar Rabbis demand draft for all Israeli citizens

The Tzohar Rabbinical organization called for the Knesset to pass a draft law that would give equal responsibility to all..

Tzohar Rabbis demand draft for all Israeli citizens

JPPI:

Syrian media tones down anti-Israel rhetoric

New JPPI research finds that under President al-Julani, Syrian state media has significantly reduced both the volume and intensity of its coverage of Israel, signaling a possible shift in regional posture.

Syrian media tones down anti-Israel rhetoric

Manchester:

Massive Attack condemned for showcasing Hamas leader in concert

British band Massive Attack is facing backlash for showing footage of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during a Manchester concert, prompting outrage from Israeli officials and Jewish leaders.

Massive Attack condemned for showcasing Hamas leader in concert

14-year-old boy pronounced dead after friends play with gun

A 14-year-old was fatally shot in Rishon LeZion as two teens mishandled a parent's firearm. Indictments are expected, but due to their age, the suspects will likely undergo rehabilitation.

14-year-old boy pronounced dead after friends play with gun

Rabbis decide:

Degel HaTorah members to vote in favor of dissolving the Knesset

Rabbi Dov Lando and Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch determine that representatives of Degel HaTorah will vote in favor of dissolving the Knesset on Wednesday.

Degel HaTorah members to vote in favor of dissolving the Knesset

Ahead of deportation

Gaza flotilla passengers arrive at Ben Gurion Airport

Passengers of ship involved in international flotilla to Gaza arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, hours after the ship docked in Ashdod. All 12 left-wing activists on board will be deported from Israel. Foreign Ministry publishes a photo of Greta Thunberg next to an Israeli flag.

Gaza flotilla passengers arrive at Ben Gurion Airport

Moving:

Argentina's President sheds a tear at the Western Wall

Argentina's President Javier Milei arrives in Israel and begins his visit with an emotional prayer at the Western Wall.

Argentina's President sheds a tear at the Western Wall

Poll:

Jewish identity strengthened since October 7th

New survey reveals 71% of Israelis feel stronger Jewish identity since Oct. 7, with many linking this shift to national pride and spiritual connection, majority support greater emphasis on Jewish identity education for both youth and adults.

Jewish identity strengthened since October 7th

Emotional eulogy for heroic Maglan combat soldier Chen Gross

Michael Silam, a close friend of Sergeant major Gross, delivered a powerful eulogy at Gross’s funeral, calling for national unity, respect for combat soldiers, and a sober reckoning with those who dodge military service.

Emotional eulogy for heroic Maglan combat soldier Chen Gross

Petition filed demanding probe into alleged theft by AG's son

Att. Zehava Gur files Supreme Court petition demanding investigation into alleged theft of ceramic vest by AG's son, accusing military and civilian authorities of covering up the incident, warns of selective enforcement and potential ethical breaches.

Petition filed demanding probe into alleged theft by AG's son

Netanyahu:

Left-wing protestors committed 'pogrom' at Likud headquarters

PM condemns the recent break-in at the Likud headquarters in Tel Aviv, says it was committed by extremists who oppose democracy.

Left-wing protestors committed 'pogrom' at Likud headquarters

Reservists to Edelstein:

'Pass Equal Draft Law or face societal and fighting collapse'

Organizations of IDF reservists write to MK Yuli Edelstein to support his position on ensuring equality of burden in the IDF and warn of disastrous consequences if one sector continues to bear the burden of defending the country alone.

'Pass Equal Draft Law or face societal and fighting collapse'

Wildfire rages in Jerusalem, 2 hurt

A brush fire broke out in the Carmit Forest in Jerusalem. Residents evacuated.

Wildfire rages in Jerusalem, 2 hurt

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

Intensify Gaza operation, now is no time for elections

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls to escalate operations in Gaza and urges coalition partners to act responsibly, warning against elections during wartime.

Intensify Gaza operation, now is no time for elections

Widow of fallen soldier Yishai Urbach holds Mishnayot ceremony

Yuval Urbach, widow of Sergeant Yishai Urbach, killed in Gaza just months after his marriage to Yuval, completed a Mishnayot ceremony at Midreshet Nishmat, joined by fellow students and Rabbanit Chana Henkin.

Widow of fallen soldier Yishai Urbach holds Mishnayot ceremony

Netanyahu’s trial paused early for 'important diplomatic call'

As his cross-examination in Case 1000 resumed in Tel Aviv, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s legal team requests early adjournment, citing pressing diplomatic matters.

Netanyahu’s trial paused early for 'important diplomatic call'

Attorney General Baharav-Miara summoned for pre-dismissal hearing

השר שיקלי המוביל את ועדת השרים להחלפת היועמ"שית כתב לבהרב-מיארה: "תינתן לך האפשרות לפרוש את טענותייך".

Attorney General Baharav-Miara summoned for pre-dismissal hearing

Education Minister:

New policy to protect right to lay tefillin in schools

Education Minister Yoav Kisch reveals plans to formalize students’ right to lay tefillin in schools as part of new 'Shorashim' initiative.

New policy to protect right to lay tefillin in schools

Shas official:

We don’t want elections, but Draft Law deadlock is a problem

As Knesset prepares to vote on dissolution, Shas source tells Arutz Sheva the party isn’t seeking elections, but Yuli Edelstein’s inflexibility could fracture coalition unity.

We don’t want elections, but Draft Law deadlock is a problem

Tragedy in Tiberias:

22-year-old fatally shot after birthday outing

Daniel Asulin, 22, was fatally shot in Tiberias in an apparent case of mistaken identity after leaving a family birthday celebration.

22-year-old fatally shot after birthday outing

Watch:

Israeli ministers perform duet

Ministers Amichai Chikli and Yitzhak Wasserlauf took the stage and performed a duet at the wedding of political beat reporter Yossele Bregman.

Israeli ministers perform duet

Yesh Atid, right-wing MKs push bill shielding injured reservists

Bipartisan bill aims to bar employers from firing or cutting the salary or hours of reservists injured during service — including 90 days post-hospitalization.

Yesh Atid, right-wing MKs push bill shielding injured reservists

'He belongs behind bars'

MK Ofer Cassif on trial for assaulting police officer

National Security Minister Ben-Gvir and MK Kroizer call for prison sentence as MK Cassif stands trial for assaulting officer during protest in closed military zone.

MK Ofer Cassif on trial for assaulting police officer

Spectacular, rare Roman sarcophagus uncovered in Caesarea

Newly-uncovered 1,700-year-old marble sarcophagus bears mythological scene of Dionysus and Heracles in a drinking contest.

Spectacular, rare Roman sarcophagus uncovered in Caesarea

Following Eisenkot's demand

Primaries in National Unity to open its ranks

National Unity party announces that it will take a series of steps in the coming months, including elections for the party leadership. This follows a demand raised by MK Eisenkot.

Primaries in National Unity to open its ranks

100 years later:

The Maccabiah returns to Tel Aviv-Jaffa

2025 Maccabiah Games launched at a festive event at Kfar Maccabiah. A spectacular opening ceremony, diverse competitions, and special events for the whole family are planned.

The Maccabiah returns to Tel Aviv-Jaffa

Smotrich against Barkat:

'Name one achievement of yours since the government took office'

Finance Minister Smotrich responds to Economy Minister Barkat's criticism of the Finance Ministry's conduct. Government Secretary forced to intervene in the confrontation between the two.

'Name one achievement of yours since the government took office'

Shas chairman:

'There is no greater hate crime than this'

MK Aryeh Deri arrives with Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef at the Or Haviv synagogue that was set on fire. "To come and burn a synagogue - this is an unforgivable act."

'There is no greater hate crime than this'

European airline to become Israeli

Israeli licensing clears path for Tus Airways to boost competition and expand international travel options.

European airline to become Israeli

A journey of strength and sorrow

Noa Argamani marks one year since rescue

In a moving message, the rescued hostage reflects on a year of pain, unity, and the continued fight to bring loved ones home.

Noa Argamani marks one year since rescue

Interior Committee chair urges action against mortgage collapse

MK Yaakov Asher has issued an urgent call to develop an immediate solution to the growing mortgage crisis, following alarming reports of a sharp increase in mortgage payment delinquencies.

Interior Committee chair urges action against mortgage collapse

Yehud construction controversy

Construction firm: Remains removed under halachic supervision

Antiquities Authority files police complaint after remains removed overnight from Yehud construction site; development company says actions followed halacha under rabbinic supervision.

Construction firm: Remains removed under halachic supervision

Arson in Jerusalem:

'The rabbi's prayer book remained intact'

Worshipers at the synagogue of Chief Sephardic Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef were left stunned following an arson attack that caused significant damage to the synagogue - but one item escaped damage.

'The rabbi's prayer book remained intact'

Express your appreciation

Question posed by Rav Feinstein will finally be answered

Shortly after Reb Meir Zlotowitz was niftar, Rav Dovid Feinstein ztz"l posed a question: We all know we are supposed to express our gratitude - Hakoras HaTov - for someone who does something good to/for us. How can Klal Yisroel express their appreciation to someone like Reb Meir Zlotowitz z"l, the founder of Artscroll?

Question posed by Rav Feinstein will finally be answered

Mother of fallen soldier:

'His team, the ‘Rothstein Force,’ vanished'

Sigal, mother of Sgt. Tom Rotstein z”l, who was killed in a building collapse near Khan Yunis, recounts her son's dedication to the mission and his dreams for the future.

'His team, the ‘Rothstein Force,’ vanished'

Govt. approves initiation of dismissal proceedings against AG

The government approved today (Sunday) the proposal of Justice Minister Yariv Levin to initiate impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara in a precedent-setting step, which could trigger wide-ranging political and legal consequences.

Govt. approves initiation of dismissal proceedings against AG

AG slams proposal to dismiss her as politically driven

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara releases scathing legal opinion denouncing a government-backed proposal allowing her dismissal without traditional oversight, warning it would politicize the role and erode the rule of law.

AG slams proposal to dismiss her as politically driven

Father of Fallen Soldier:

'We’re still waiting for him to come back"

Lior Raver, father of 19-year-old Staff Sergeant Yoav Raver who fell in Gaza reflects on Yoav’s dedication to a combat role and the dangerous mission that cost him his life, 'He was proud to participate in a mission to rescue hostages or secure vital information.'

'We’re still waiting for him to come back"

End to traffic jams for Maale Adumim residents?

Major infrastructure project set to launch at a-Zaim checkpoint connecting Maale Adumim and Jerusalem, aimed at easing traffic and boosting security, will expand inspection lanes and include a new access road.

End to traffic jams for Maale Adumim residents?

Suspected arson at synagogue of former Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef

Security camera captures man entering the Or Haviv synagogue in Jerusalem in the early morning hours shortly before a fire broke out, destroying several sacred books.

Suspected arson at synagogue of former Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef

Govt. moves to advance dismissal process for Attorney General

According to a new proposal, the Attorney General can be dismissed not only after consulting the original selection committee, but also following a hearing before a special ministerial committee.

Govt. moves to advance dismissal process for Attorney General

Justice Minister Levin:

'I do not recognize Judge Yitzhak Amit'

Justice Minister states in TV interview that Judge Yitzhak Amit "is not the President of the Supreme Court - I do not recognize him and will not recognize him because he was elected through an invalid and illegal process."

'I do not recognize Judge Yitzhak Amit'

67-year-old woman stabbed to death in Nahariya; son suspected

Woman, 67, fatally stabbed in her Nahariya home, police say mentally-ill son suspected.

67-year-old woman stabbed to death in Nahariya; son suspected

Israeli woman missing in Crete

Michal Peleg, a 65-year-old Israeli living in a village in eastern Crete, has been out of contact since Wednesday.

Israeli woman missing in Crete

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen eyes political run with new party

Yossi Cohen weighing move into politics ahead of Israel's next elections, reportedly favoring the launch of a new party over joining existing factions.

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen eyes political run with new party

In Depth:

The Civil Service Commissioner Controversy

Israel's Civil Service, while essential for running government institutions effectively, is rarely a matter for the limelight, but a recent shift in its leadership has seen the Supreme Court overrule both the Prime Minister and an existing law.

The Civil Service Commissioner Controversy

After security review:

Lufthansa Group to restart Israel flights on June 23

Lufthansa Group to restart Tel Aviv flights June 23, including Lufthansa, Austrian, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, following a security analysis. Services will resume gradually. ITA will follow July 6.

Lufthansa Group to restart Israel flights on June 23

Community leaders mourn the loss of Sgt. Maj. (res.) Chen Gross

Community leaders mourn the loss of Sgt. Maj. (res.) Chen Gross Hy''d, a resident of Hinanit in Samaria and a member of the community’s emergency team, calling him a brave warrior and pillar of the community.

Community leaders mourn the loss of Sgt. Maj. (res.) Chen Gross