Israeli News (Page 16)


Jerusalem:

Haredi protest targets Jerusalem café over Sabbath operations

A newly opened café in central Jerusalem became the scene of repeated protests on Saturday after dozens of Haredi demonstrators gathered outside to oppose its decision to operate on the Sabbath.

Haredi protest targets Jerusalem café over Sabbath operations

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Ohana and Huckabee play US anthem

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee plays American national anthem together with Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana, in honor of America's 250th Independence Day. Watch.

Ohana and Huckabee play US anthem

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Jerusalem lights up for America's 250th independence day

The walls of Jerusalem's Old City and the Chords Bridge were illuminated in red, white and blue Saturday night as the city celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence and honored the enduring US-Israel partnership.

Jerusalem lights up for America's 250th independence day

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Knesset illuminated in the colors of the American flag

Knesset illuminated in the colors of the American flag to mark the United States' 250th Independence Day; Speaker Amir Ohana hails America as a 'beacon of liberty,' reaffirming strong alliance between the two countries.

Knesset illuminated in the colors of the American flag

On America's 250th birthday:

Sa'ar congratulates US, praising 'commitment to liberty'

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar congratulates US on its 250th Independence Day, calling America a 'beacon of freedom.'

Sa'ar congratulates US, praising 'commitment to liberty'

'Embarking on new path'

Yuli Edelstein leaving Likud

MK Yuli Edelstein announces he is leaving Likud to forge a new political path.

Yuli Edelstein leaving Likud

'Complete fabrication'

Netanyahu rejects report that Israel targeted Iranian negotiators

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office vehemently denies a New York Times report alleging that Israel plotted to assassinate key Iranian envoys during US peace talks.

Netanyahu rejects report that Israel targeted Iranian negotiators

Islamic leaders bash Ben-Gvir over loudspeaker bill

The chairman of Israel's Islamic Council for Religious Rulings condemned a proposed law requiring permits for mosque loudspeakers.

Islamic leaders bash Ben-Gvir over loudspeaker bill

Minister Amsalem recalls brush with deadly heart attack

The Likud minister revealed he suffered a heart attack while home alone, explaining why he chose not to call an ambulance and opening up about the online abuse he says continues to target him and his family.

Minister Amsalem recalls brush with deadly heart attack

New details emerge on new right-wing party

New party “Leyamin Zion" officially registered amid efforts to fill right-wing political vacuum, with talks underway with senior figures and internal polling suggesting potential for double-digit Knesset seats, source tells Arutz Sheva

New details emerge on new right-wing party

'Beacon of liberty':

Herzog salutes America, thanks Trump

In a letter delivered to the US Embassy, President Herzog congratulates President Trump and the American people on 250 years of independence, praising the enduring US-Israel alliance.

Herzog salutes America, thanks Trump

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Tzvi Succot jumps into Herod's Pool

MK Succot arrived at the spring together with hundreds of hikers as part of the Zionist Friday program and decided to jump into the water with friends.

Tzvi Succot jumps into Herod's Pool

Psagot in mourning:

Lt. Col. (res.) Shaike Megiddo passes away

Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Shaike Megiddo, 55, a resident of Psagot, passed away after contracting a severe bacterial infection affecting his heart while serving in the reserve duty.

Lt. Col. (res.) Shaike Megiddo passes away

Rabbis weigh new party

Rabbi Benny Kalmanson said he and other Zionist rabbis are exploring a new right-wing party, citing disappointment with the Religious Zionist Party.

Rabbis weigh new party

Smotrich looks to war-era figure ahead of election

Bezalel Smotrich reportedly offered Rabbi Avi Zarbiv, an IDF reservist, rabbinical court judge, and Gaza war figure, the second spot on his party's list.

Smotrich looks to war-era figure ahead of election

Poll:

Close race at the top, opposition supporters more likely to vote

Maariv poll puts Likud in the lead with 21, closely followed by Yashar and Together. 80% of those who support opposition parties plan to vote, while only 72% of coalition supporters do.

Close race at the top, opposition supporters more likely to vote

Record Crowd:

140,000 flock to the tomb of the ‘Or HaChaim’

A record crowd of more than 140,000 worshippers visited the Mount of Olives over the weekend to mark the passing of the Or HaChaim.

140,000 flock to the tomb of the ‘Or HaChaim’

Malcolm Hoenlein:

A warning sign for America and the Western world

Malcolm Hoenlein warns that antisemitism and anti-Israel activism in the United States have reached an alarming level. "Horrible things are being said about Jews and about Israel".

A warning sign for America and the Western world

For $36, you could win $36,000 and a trip to Jerusalem

This year's grand prize includes 7 round-trip flights to Israel, 11 days of luxury accommodations, and up to $36,000 in total value.

For $36, you could win $36,000 and a trip to Jerusalem

Released hostage:

'1000 days? I'm fighting a war of survival'

Hostage survivor Rom Braslavski says at an event marking 1,000 days since 10/7 that he has been battling PTSD every day since his release from Hamas captivity, and vows to continue sharing his story wherever he can.

'1000 days? I'm fighting a war of survival'

Amb. Yechiel Leiter:

'Peace with Lebanon possible; only after Hezbollah is dismantled'

'Lebanon agreement is about defeating Hezbollah, not Israeli withdrawal,' says Ambassador Yechiel Leiter to JPPI's Jewish Crossroads and warns that Iran and anti-Israel disinformation remain the greatest threats.

'Peace with Lebanon possible; only after Hezbollah is dismantled'

Anti-Israel organization:

Uri Zaki attacks B’Tzelem, 'I'm embarrassed to be connected'

Uri Zaki, former chair of Meretz’s executive committee, says he is ashamed to have been associated with B’Tzelem in the past, 'the organization has radicalized and is currently acting against Israel.'

Uri Zaki attacks B’Tzelem, 'I'm embarrassed to be connected'

Battle over kashrut:

Tzohar defends legality of new license

Tzohar insists its kashrut license was lawfully issued by the Chief Rabbinate after ministry officials claimed the certification lacks legal validity.

Tzohar defends legality of new license

1,000 Days Since 10/7:

President Herzog meets with massacre survivors

President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal host members of Kibbutz Kerem Shalom, together with the mother of Sergeant Yaron Zohar z"l, who was killed defending the kibbutz.

President Herzog meets with massacre survivors

Supreme Court rules:

Knesset must hold revote for State Comptroller

The Supreme Court determined that the secrecy of the vote that elected Michael Rabello as State Comptroller was undermined by MKs who filmed their ballot.

Knesset must hold revote for State Comptroller

Chief Rabbinate Council blocks Tzohar kashrut certification

The Chief Rabbinate Council said it does not approve Tzohar's kashrut certification license, arguing the required legal process was not followed.

Chief Rabbinate Council blocks Tzohar kashrut certification

MK Succot fumes: 'I lost my best friends'

Yesh Atid's MK Elazar Stern accuses Religious Zionist MK Tzvi Succot of not caring for soldiers' lives, Succot fires back.

MK Succot fumes: 'I lost my best friends'

Tzohar officially approved as a kosher certification body

Following a lengthy legal process, the Israeli Chief Rabbinate granted the Tzohar Kashrut Agency an official license to operate as a kosher certification body.

Tzohar officially approved as a kosher certification body

Terrifying:

Attempted kidnapping thwarted in Petah Tikva

Man arrested after attempting to kidnap 11-year-old girl from crosswalk.

Attempted kidnapping thwarted in Petah Tikva

Moshe Gelinsky, 7, killed by bus in Modiin Ilit

Moshe Gelinsky, 7, was killed today (Thursday) by a bus in Modi’in Illit. MDA crews that arrived at the scene on Rabbi Akiva Street pronounced him dead at the scene.

Moshe Gelinsky, 7, killed by bus in Modiin Ilit

Watch: Moving blessing at captivity survivor's henna

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen celebrates henna together with fiancee Ziv Abud.

Watch: Moving blessing at captivity survivor's henna

Haskel urges Lebanon: End ban on contact with Israelis

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel responds to Lebanon agreement, says first step before normalization with Lebanon needs to be decriminalizing ties with Israel.

Haskel urges Lebanon: End ban on contact with Israelis

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Axe attack attempt sparks calls for immediate arrest

A Jewish resident narrowly escaped injury after an alleged axe attack in Jerusalem’s Old City. The suspect remains at large, prompting legal demands for his immediate arrest and prosecution

Axe attack attempt sparks calls for immediate arrest

1,000 days since massacre:

Police and protesters clash near Knesset

Anti-government protesters mark 1,000 days since October 7 massacre with demonstrations around the country, attempting to block roads and disrupt routine.

Police and protesters clash near Knesset

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen's moving message

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen and partner Ziv Abud celebrate henna ceremony ahead of wedding. 'Thank you, Father.'

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen's moving message

Binyamin Region launches new amphitheater with Ishay Ribo concert

More than 1,000 residents attended the opening event of the Talmidim Amphitheater, a new venue in the Binyamin Region that is expected to expand to about 3,000 seats.

Binyamin Region launches new amphitheater with Ishay Ribo concert

Fight to end noise pollution from mosques escalates

Ra'am chair MK Mansour Abbas calls bill to limit muezzins' noise pollution 'racist,' Ta'al party alleges 'dangerous escalation.'

Fight to end noise pollution from mosques escalates

In her memory:

Family of slain Border Police captain dedicates mikveh

Family of Border Police Capt. Kim Dukarker, who was murdered at the Nova music festival on October 7, inaugurates new mikveh in Beit Hashmonai on what would have been her 25th birthday.

Family of slain Border Police captain dedicates mikveh

Edan Alexander at Maccabiah:

'You fought for me, now it’s my turn to give back'

Captivity survivor Edan Alexander speaks at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Maccabiah Games: "This nation brought me back, and I will dedicate my life to giving back to it."

'You fought for me, now it’s my turn to give back'

Major milestone for Otniel

156 new housing units approved

The Higher Planning Council approves 156 housing units in Otniel, along with 52 in Kfar Adumim and 21 in Elkana.

156 new housing units approved

Herzog at Maccabiah Games:

'We light the torch in the face of rising antisemitism'

President Isaac Herzog welcomes Jewish athletes to Jerusalem for the 22nd Maccabiah Games, calling the event a display of strength against rising antisemitism.

'We light the torch in the face of rising antisemitism'

3 coalition MKs oppose

Basic Law: Torah Study passes in first reading

63 MKs vote in favor of bill to legislate Basic Law: Torah Study. MKs Yuli Edelstein (Likud), Dan Illouz (Likud), and Moshe Solomon (Religious Zionists) oppose it.

Basic Law: Torah Study passes in first reading

Emily Damari's request

Captivity Emily Damari shares her expectations from the next government and a message of hope.

Emily Damari's request

Suspect in murder of Netanya rabbi confesses

The man suspected of stabbing to death Rabbi Amos Guetta confessed in an interrogation and is expected to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.

Suspect in murder of Netanya rabbi confesses

Earthquake response:

Israeli aid delegation arrives in Venezuela

A preliminary team from the Israeli humanitarian assistance delegation landed in Venezuela, where they began coordinating with local authorities in the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes.

Israeli aid delegation arrives in Venezuela

Outside AG's office

Hundreds of hassidim set up protest study hall

Viznitz hassidim gathered outside the Attorney General's office to protest the arrests of haredi draft dodgers.

Hundreds of hassidim set up protest study hall

Teen swept away at Palmachim Beach pronounced dead

Three teens were swept away at an unofficial beach. Two were rescued and treated by emergency medical personnel. Searches continued for the third. He was found in critical condition but later pronounced dead.

Teen swept away at Palmachim Beach pronounced dead

With opposition support:

Bill to limit mosque noise approved in preliminary reading

50 MKs, including Yisrael Beytenu, voted for the bill, which would require mosques to receive a permit to use a PA system and impose heavy fines for violations.

Bill to limit mosque noise approved in preliminary reading

Unexpected phone call between MK Sukkot and Arab murderer

Bedouin man serving time for murder phoned the right-wing MK to commend him on his visits to Arab educational institutions. 'You are saving the education in the Arab sector.'

Unexpected phone call between MK Sukkot and Arab murderer

Air Haifa to launch Tel Aviv-Eilat flight route

Air Haifa to operate up to 10 daily flights between Ben Gurion International Airport and Ramon Airport in Eilat, airline announces.

Air Haifa to launch Tel Aviv-Eilat flight route

Doron Spielman named Israel’s new global public diplomacy voice

Doron Spielman, a former IDF foreign media spokesperson, was appointed international spokesperson for Israel’s National Public Diplomacy Directorate.

Doron Spielman named Israel’s new global public diplomacy voice

MK Bismuth sends unusual letter to Shin Bet Director

Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Chairman sends message to Shin Bet Director asking for a discussion on election interference.

MK Bismuth sends unusual letter to Shin Bet Director

Seizure in 7 Days. 10 Children. One Family Running Out of Time.

A father and mother of ten children have fought debt for years, quietly, without complaint. On July 7th, a seizure order takes effect. $20,000 still stands between them and collapse.

Seizure in 7 Days. 10 Children. One Family Running Out of Time.

Minister Eliyahu chokes up with tears in the Knesset

Minister of Heritage Eliyahu became emotional in a discussion to advance a bill commemorating the October 7th massacre.

Minister Eliyahu chokes up with tears in the Knesset

Due to outbreak:

Israel moves second dose of MMRV vaccine to 18 months

Israel's Health Ministry updates national childhood vaccination schedule, moving second MMRV dose from first grade to 18 months of age to provide earlier protection against measles.

Israel moves second dose of MMRV vaccine to 18 months

Supreme Court freezes appointment of Michael Rabello

The Supreme Court issued an interim order instructing the freezing of Adv. Michael Rabello entry into the post of State Comptroller until a decision in the petitions filed against the procedure for his selection.

Supreme Court freezes appointment of Michael Rabello




























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