Israeli News (Page 160)


Israel Ganz in the US:

'The Jewish people look forward to the Trump era'

Binyamin Regional Governor and Yesha Council Chairman Israel Ganz is currently US and has been meeting with senior US officials to promote the future of Judea and Samaria.

'The Jewish people look forward to the Trump era'

Families of hostages:

'Not in a month - now!'

Families of the hostages have urged both the Trump and Biden administrations, as well as the Israeli government, not to wait for Trump's inauguration to secure a prisoner exchange deal.

'Not in a month - now!'

In Depth:

The leaked documents scandal

Israeli media has been filled over the past weeks with reports about a soldier who leaked classified information. What happened - and what might it mean for Israel's security?

The leaked documents scandal

Hostage's mother:

'National unity is my obligation to my daughter'

Meirav Leshem Gonen, mother of hostage Romi, tells Arutz Sheva about her work trying to bridge the gaps in the approaches to hostage negotiations.

'National unity is my obligation to my daughter'

Diaspora Minister to Pope:

'Clarify your stand on genocide blood libel'

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli wrote to the Pope to demand an explanation of the Pope's support for the Palestinian narrative.

'Clarify your stand on genocide blood libel'

Wounded Reservist:

'It is hard to believe I am now a wounded soldier'

Reservist fighter Sagi Mazar shares his story of being injured in southern Lebanon and his road to recovery.

'It is hard to believe I am now a wounded soldier'

Singer Eliezer Botzer killed in accident while on reserve duty

Minister Amichai Eliyahu eulogized Botzer as 'my dear brother' after his unexpected passing Friday morning.

Singer Eliezer Botzer killed in accident while on reserve duty

Liberman:

'I'll join coalition if there is universal conscription'

Yisrael Beyteny chairman details his conditions for joining the coalition, says Netanyahu may quietly make agreements on a Palestinian state and catch coalition members off guard.

'I'll join coalition if there is universal conscription'

Living Jewish art:

Work of Itshak Holtz by Richard McBee with tribute by David Segal

The newly released book on Itshak Holtz (1925–2018) offers a profound and intimate exploration of Jewish life through the eyes of one of the most notable Jewish artists of the 20th century.

Work of Itshak Holtz by Richard McBee with tribute by David Segal

Sa'ar:

'We decided to put Ireland in the antisemitic corner'

Foreign Minister Sa'ar meets dozens of influencers, opinion leaders, advocacy organizations, and experts: "You can see from the statements in Ireland that they are under great pressure."

'We decided to put Ireland in the antisemitic corner'

Drama:

IDF soldier forced to leave Sri Lanka over potential arrest

Soldier identified by pro-Palestinian Arab organizations in Sri Lanka, ordered by defense establishment to immediately return to Israel over concerns he would be arrested.

IDF soldier forced to leave Sri Lanka over potential arrest

Smotrich in Metula:

'We'll continue to invest in the rehabilitation of the north'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visits Metula with the leadership of the Finance Ministry: We are committed to a thorough reconstruction of the entire region.

'We'll continue to invest in the rehabilitation of the north'

Estonian university cuts ties with Israeli institution

Estonian officials, led by the country's Prime Minister, criticized the Estonian Academy of Arts after it canceled a workshop with a visiting Israeli professor.

Estonian university cuts ties with Israeli institution

Paraguayan Pres. to Israeli radio:

I want to raise my voice that we're going to stand next to Israel

President of Paraguay Santiago Peña spoke about his visit to Israel and his nation's connection to the Jewish state.

I want to raise my voice that we're going to stand next to Israel

Wounded Soldier Speaks:

'I thought I would die, I felt sorry for my friends and family'

Lieutenant Yinon Granot, a tank officer seriously injured in Jabaliya, shares his journey of recovery and determination to be back in action.

'I thought I would die, I felt sorry for my friends and family'

Reservist imprisoned for leaking documents asks for pardon

The soldier accused of leaking classified information has asked that President Herzog pardon him.

Reservist imprisoned for leaking documents asks for pardon

With toilet paper

Watch: Protest held near home of justice who visited terrorists

Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Ronen, following Ronen's visit to Nukhba terrorists in Ofer Prison. 'Winter clothes for terrorists? What about the hostages?'

Watch: Protest held near home of justice who visited terrorists

Torah Scroll Inauguration for ZAKA's bereavement support unit

A poignant Torah scroll dedication event took place in Petah Tikva for ZAKA's bereavement support service. The scroll was dedicated with the participation of the Health Minister and in honor of the late Zohar family.

Torah Scroll Inauguration for ZAKA's bereavement support unit

Israel denounces Human Rights Watch report on Gaza water supply

The Foreign Ministry spokesman has published a rebuttal of several claims made by a recent report claiming that Israel is depriving Gazans of water.

Israel denounces Human Rights Watch report on Gaza water supply

Attack on Houthis:

Smotrich: 'Very good things were done last night in Yemen'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich prays at Kiryat Shmona yeshiva as its hundreds of students celebrate a return to their city, praises IAF strike on Houthi targets in Yemen.

Smotrich: 'Very good things were done last night in Yemen'

Search operation for unsolved cases in Meron region

A special search operation was held in northern Israel to locate five missing persons who have disappeared over the last five years.

Search operation for unsolved cases in Meron region

Likud MK to Arutz Sheva:

'We need to act wisely, not hastily, on issue of A-G'

MK Kathrin Shitrit criticizes behavior of Otzma Yehudit when it voted against the first reading of the budget: It only played into the hands of the opposition.

'We need to act wisely, not hastily, on issue of A-G'

Minister Kisch to Arutz Sheva:

'We will remain in Syria as long as necessary'

Minister Yoav Kisch speaks to Arutz Sheva-Israel National News during a visit to Sheba Hospital: The price paid by the wounded and the bereaved families is not in vain.

'We will remain in Syria as long as necessary'

MK Avichay Buaron:

'It is impossible to end the war without destroying Hamas'

Likud MK Avichay Buaron expresses his position on the proposed hostage release deal: The fundamental understanding is that the hostage deal cannot be tied to the destruction of Hamas.

'It is impossible to end the war without destroying Hamas'

Smotrich warns:

'Releasing hundreds of terrorists will rehabilitate Hamas'

Minister Bezalel Smotrich explains his opposition to the hostage release deal in its current form: "Releasing hundreds of terrorists who will rehabilitate Hamas' leadership is very bad."

'Releasing hundreds of terrorists will rehabilitate Hamas'

Be'er Sheva fears violent revenge by Sakhnin

After the last game between the two was canceled due to a violent incident between fans, Hapoel Be'er Sheva will face Sakhnin again and fears reprisal by the Arab team's fans.

Be'er Sheva fears violent revenge by Sakhnin

Yesh Atid to cover Gallant's absence in Knesset votes permanently

Yesh Atid sees that Gallant getting closer to its ranks serves it politically. 'When there's a chance of the government falling - Gallant will participate fully.'

Yesh Atid to cover Gallant's absence in Knesset votes permanently

Israeli town bars Chabad from erecting public menorah

The Kochav Yair Local Council decided to prohibit the placement of menorahs by private entities in public places but clarified that three menorahs will be placed in locations by the local and religious councils.

Israeli town bars Chabad from erecting public menorah

Smotrich:

Deal would be 'serious mistake,' now's the time to crush Hamas

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich slams proposed prisoner swap deal, stressing that it won't bring back all the hostages. 'Hamas is at its lowest point, this is not the time to throw them a lifeline.'

Deal would be 'serious mistake,' now's the time to crush Hamas

Moving:

Rescued hostage recites blessing of thanksgiving

Louis Har, rescued from Hamas captivity during Operation Arnon, arrives at Givat Shmuel yeshiva to recite 'Hagomel,' is greeted with song and dance.

Rescued hostage recites blessing of thanksgiving

Communications Min.:

News and current affairs won't be funded by the public

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi presents new plan for public broadcasting, including cancellation of news and current affairs, dedicating a channel to Israeli productions.

News and current affairs won't be funded by the public

Minister of Culture:

'Revoke budget from dance troupe that raised Palestinian flag'

Culture Minister Miki Zohar calls on Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to revoke budget from Batsheva Dance Company after it raised a Palestinian flag during performance.

'Revoke budget from dance troupe that raised Palestinian flag'

Supreme Court urges state to respond to family of killed hostage

State requests extension to file decision on recognition of Hamas hostage Alon Shamriz as fallen IDF soldier; Supreme Court urges State to expedite decision.

Supreme Court urges state to respond to family of killed hostage

Following dry period: Rain and cold weather expected over weekend

Rain, storms, and flooding expected Friday, with potential to continue next week.

Following dry period: Rain and cold weather expected over weekend

Judges explain:

Netanyahu's testimony was canceled due to trip to Syrian Hermon

Judges in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's court case explain that his testimony was cancelled due to stormy weather forecasts later in the week.

Netanyahu's testimony was canceled due to trip to Syrian Hermon

Leading rabbi: 'Every time we made an agreement - we failed'

'This entire country lives by miracle, so long as we rely on flesh and blood, we are not living correctly,' Rabbi Meir Mazuz stresses.

Leading rabbi: 'Every time we made an agreement - we failed'

Rabbi Azriel Auerbach appointed new Jerusalem Faction leader

After the passing of 88-year-old Rabbi Asher Deutsch, Rabbi Azriel Auerbach is appointed new Jerusalem Faction leader.

Rabbi Azriel Auerbach appointed new Jerusalem Faction leader

Joseph's Tomb:

Fire opened at bus carrying Hasidim, driver lightly injured

A bus of Breslov Hasidim, which entered Joseph's Tomb in Shechem without permission and without coordination, shot at. IDF evacuates the civilians from the area.

Fire opened at bus carrying Hasidim, driver lightly injured

MK Gotliv to Arutz Sheva:

'The coalition is not falling apart, we have enough strength'

Likud MK Tally Gotliv expresses support for Minister Ben Gvir and criticizes the coalition's conduct, calling for regular meetings between the leaders of the parties in the coalition.

'The coalition is not falling apart, we have enough strength'

Working dog exhibition for Kiryat Malachi school

The Israel Dog Unit gave an exhibition on Monday to the Beit Tsipora school in Kiryat Malachi.

Working dog exhibition for Kiryat Malachi school

"They Must All Return":

Hamas captivity survivors deliver powerful testimonies

"They Must All Return": Released Hamas hostages speak out while their loved ones remain in captivity.

Hamas captivity survivors deliver powerful testimonies

Young boy who hid in safe room for hours on 10/7 fulfills dream

Eleven-year-old Yoav Roditi survived the October 7th massacre in Moshav Yakhini, while hiding for hours in a safe room with his family. Today he fulfilled his dream of meeting the stars of his favorite team - Beitar Jerusalem.

Young boy who hid in safe room for hours on 10/7 fulfills dream

NIS 230 million allocated for 55 tourism projects

Israel Ministry of Tourism, led by Tourism Minister Haim Katz, to allocate approximately 230 million NIS for 55 tourism projects, including NIS 22 million to be invested in Judea and Samaria, marking the highest budget for the region in the past five years.

NIS 230 million allocated for 55 tourism projects

Watch:

Protester throws jacket at Minister Goldknopf

An anti-government protester stormed the stage at a conference in Haifa, verbally attacked the Construction and Housing Minister, and threw a jacket at him.

Protester throws jacket at Minister Goldknopf

American leaders join call for release of hostages

Leading figures from business, academia, and media have united in a powerful campaign advocating for the release of all 100 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza since October 7, 2023, including seven American citizens.

American leaders join call for release of hostages

Supreme Court orders historic site demolished in Binyamin region

The Israeli Supreme Court has ruled to demolish the 'Ein Anar' tourist site, which includes pools and ancient ruins.

Supreme Court orders historic site demolished in Binyamin region

IDF spokesman contending for two positions in the General Staff

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari is in the running for two positions within the IDF's General Staff. The IDF Chief of Staff is expected to decide on his future in the coming months.

IDF spokesman contending for two positions in the General Staff

Yeshivat Hagolan Dean:

'Assad killed three of our students - now he's gone'

Rabbi Yoel Manovitz, head of Yeshivat HaGolan, made a brief reference to the capture of Mount Hermon and the connection of the fall of the Assad regime to Yeshivat HaGolan.

'Assad killed three of our students - now he's gone'

Palestinians try to blame vandalism on Israelis

Palestinians claimed that Israelis vandalized the Sebastia tourist site in Samaria, but the evidence suggests otherwise.

Palestinians try to blame vandalism on Israelis

Proposed bill:

Freedom of movement for Israelis in Gaza

New bill seeks to lift the ban on Israelis entering the Gaza Strip. "The entry ban is reminiscent of dark periods in Jewish history."

Freedom of movement for Israelis in Gaza

Minister Amsalem:

'We will prosecute the Attorney General'

Minister Dudi Amsalem blasts Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara: She should be fired, but that's not where it ends.

'We will prosecute the Attorney General'

Gush Etzion:

Palestinian banquet hall at site where terror attack took place

Regavim Movement demands immediate enforcement regarding illegal banquet hall that was constructed at Al-Khader junction in Gush Etzion, where a 12-year-old was murdered in a shooting attack last week.

Palestinian banquet hall at site where terror attack took place

Budget approved, despite Ben Gvir-Smotrich dispute

Minister Itamar Ben Gvir attacks Minister Smotrich over state budget debate; and Otzma Yehudit threatens not to vote with coalition.

Budget approved, despite Ben Gvir-Smotrich dispute

IDF:

This is why the hostages' symbol appeared in the sky this morning

Airplane's trails in the shape of the hostages' symbol, seen in the sky this morning, were caused by a routine Israeli Air Force mission, according to an IDF investigation.

This is why the hostages' symbol appeared in the sky this morning

Uproar over burial of Jerusalem Faction leader

Serious dispute taking place in the Ponevezh Yeshiva, regarding where Rabbi Asher Deutsch will be buried, as his students arrive at the Rabbi's section in the yeshiva cemetery and begin to dig a grave.

Uproar over burial of Jerusalem Faction leader

Ben Gvir threatens:

'We will operate independently of coalition'

Otzma Yehudit threatens to operate independently following cancellation of meeting to discuss dismissal of State Attorney, negotiations for hostage deal, and dispute with Treasury over budget.

'We will operate independently of coalition'