Israeli News (Page 207)


Families of hostages block highway, attempt to start bonfire

Several dozen representatives of families of Israeli hostages and anti-government activists block Highway 1 at the Anava Interchange, right before Shabbat.

Families of hostages block highway, attempt to start bonfire

White House:

'No comment on reports of Israeli strike in Iran'

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre at press briefing: I know there’s a lot of interest in reports from the Middle East overnight. We do not have any comment at this time.

'No comment on reports of Israeli strike in Iran'

Tibi: The claim that Zionism is racist is legitimate

MK Tibi says that since the October 7th massacre there has been an infringement on freedom of expression through a systematic attempt to prevent criticism of war crimes in Gaza.

Tibi: The claim that Zionism is racist is legitimate

Pres. Herzog: This year, the seder night will be different

Israel's Pres. Herzog asks Israelis to leave an empty chair by their seder table, in support and recognition of the bereaved families and families of hostages.

Pres. Herzog: This year, the seder night will be different

Yossi Cohen:

We must not bring politics into the matter of the hostages

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen attends event in support of hostages' families, calls on Israelis to unite: 'Terror groups did not choose hostages based on this opinion or that.'

We must not bring politics into the matter of the hostages

Report:

Israel rebuilding border crossing to allow additional aid to Gaza

The 'Tzav 9' protest movement claims that the Erez crossing is being rebuilt only to allow more supplies to be delivered to Gaza.

Israel rebuilding border crossing to allow additional aid to Gaza

Poll: Netanyahu closing gap with Gantz

MK Gideon Sa'ar fails to pass electoral threshold, Likud and National Unity differ by only ten Knesset seats.

Poll: Netanyahu closing gap with Gantz

Iranian news agency on Ben Gvir's tweet: Israel mocking itself

National Security Min. Ben Gvir calls Israel's attack on Iran 'weak,' Iran's Tasnim news agency responds.

Iranian news agency on Ben Gvir's tweet: Israel mocking itself

Condition of Arab al-Aramshe attack victim still critical

Seven of the 19 injured in an aerial attack on northern Israel are still hospitalized, one of them fighting for his life.

Condition of Arab al-Aramshe attack victim still critical

Concerns in Israel:

Arrest warrants could be issued against senior officials

An emergency discussion was held in the Prime Minister's Office in which various scenarios were presented regarding the issuance of arrest warrants against senior Israeli officials by the ICJ.

Arrest warrants could be issued against senior officials

In wake of Iran attack:

S&P cuts Israel’s long-term credit ratings

Ratings agency S&P Global cuts Israel's long-term ratings to A-plus from AA-minus, cites "elevated geopolitical risks for Israel".

S&P cuts Israel’s long-term credit ratings

IDF investigating death of two Gazan detainees

Two detained suspected terrorists died while being transferred from the southern Gaza Strip to a detention center in Israel.

IDF investigating death of two Gazan detainees

Third Passover amid the war

Ukraine's Jews to celebrate under threat of Russian attack

The FJCU finished the long preparations for Passover that began a month and a half ago and began with the transportation and distribution of packages of essentials to 45 thousand Jewish families in the 169 Jewish communities throughout the country.

Ukraine's Jews to celebrate under threat of Russian attack

Mother of hostage:

'He risked his life to save even the bodies of young girls'

Real Talk host Hadassah Chen speaks with the mother and brother of hostage Rom Braslavski.

'He risked his life to save even the bodies of young girls'

Fmr. PM Bennett presents:

The history of Israel in under three minutes

During a talk with students at the University of Michigan, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett was asked about 'Zionist colonialism,' he answered the question by giving a quick summary of the Zionist story - from Biblical times until today.

The history of Israel in under three minutes

Hebrew U prof who denied Oct. 7 atrocities arrested

Professor Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian under investigation for incitement after saying during an interview that she wanted to abolish Zionism and that Israel was lying about October 7 rapes.

Hebrew U prof who denied Oct. 7 atrocities arrested

Father of wounded soldiers:

'We are in a tough neighborhood, we need to act like a bully'

Right-wing activist Noam Federman, whose son David was injured in a Hezbollah attack in the Western Galilee, reported on his son's condition. "He was hit by shrapnel and had his spleen removed"

'We are in a tough neighborhood, we need to act like a bully'

Report:

Israeli, US, officials know locations of many hostages in Gaza

Far fewer hostages may be alive than is publicly known, US officials say.

Israeli, US, officials know locations of many hostages in Gaza

Hamas official admits:

We don't know how many hostages are alive or dead

Negotiations haven't reached a dead end, Hamas won't compromise on ceasefire, Hamas' Moussa Abu Marzouk says.

We don't know how many hostages are alive or dead

Rabbi Mazuz: Torah learners are exempted from enlistment

Former PM David Ben Gurion exempted Torah learners from enlistment 'so that he would not worse than Vespasian,' Rabbi Meir Mazuz says.

Rabbi Mazuz: Torah learners are exempted from enlistment

Hasidic leader: We must not attack Iran

Vizhnitzer Rebbe to Shas chief Aryeh Deri: 'We are in an extremely vulnerable situation, we must not rekindle the fire.'

Hasidic leader: We must not attack Iran

'The war is over':

Footage from Gaza that enraged Israelis

In Israel, there has been outrage over the past day regarding footage of thousands of Gazans vacationing at the beach while tens of thousands of Israelis are still evacuated from their homes or hostages are still held captive in Gaza.

Footage from Gaza that enraged Israelis

Temple Mount sifting:

What were these ancient clay tokens used for?

Jerusalem archaeologists are still trying to understand the nature of a 2,000-year-old mysterious clay token found in dirt sifted from the Temple Mount.

What were these ancient clay tokens used for?

Burnout in the IDF?

'Recruit soldiers who have not done reserve duty at all'

The 'Mothers at the Front' organization is protesting against the decision to send draft notices to soldiers who have already been in service for six months, rather than finding the replacements.

'Recruit soldiers who have not done reserve duty at all'

Man injured in barrage on northern Israel in danger of his life

Following Hezbollah attack on Arab al-Aramshe, 19 victims hospitalized at Galilee Medical Center, one in danger of his life.

Man injured in barrage on northern Israel in danger of his life

Cooler weather and haze as Passover preparations continue

After hot, sunny weather: Temperature drop, harsh winds, and haze expected towards weekend.

Cooler weather and haze as Passover preparations continue

'Victory is getting further away'

Ben Gvir calls for War Cabinet to be disbanded

National Security Minister blasts the conduct of the War Cabinet, demands it be disbanded.

Ben Gvir calls for War Cabinet to be disbanded

Government approves post-disaster reconstruction plan

According to the Prime Minister's Office, the next earthquake is not a question of if, but when.

Government approves post-disaster reconstruction plan

FM Katz to German FM:

'Today it's us- tomorrow it will be you'

Foreign Minister Israel Katz called on Germany to work in the EU to designate the IRGC as a terror organization and to impose sanctions on Iran's ballistic missile program.

'Today it's us- tomorrow it will be you'

Ismail Haniyeh's sister's social security pension denied

Police request to detain the sister of the terrorist leader until the legal process against her concludes.

Ismail Haniyeh's sister's social security pension denied

Government approves plan to rebuild Gaza envelope

A sum of NIS 19 billion will be invested into housing, infrastructure, education, employment, health, and more in the area ravaged by the October 7th massacre.

Government approves plan to rebuild Gaza envelope

Gallant at scene of attack:

'Iran's terrorism starts in Tehran and reaches Judea and Samaria'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant visited the scene of the murder of 14-year-old Binyamin Achimeir and was briefed on the operational and intelligence efforts conducted to apprehend the perpetrators.

'Iran's terrorism starts in Tehran and reaches Judea and Samaria'

Northern Israel:

Six IDF soldiers severely wounded in UAV and missile strike

As a result of the attack, six soldiers were severely injured, two moderately injured and six others were lightly injured.

Six IDF soldiers severely wounded in UAV and missile strike

Tzohar Rabbinical org.:

Set a seat at the seder table for hostages

The Tzohar Rabbinical Organization is calling on Jews to leave an empty seat at their seder tables and to dedicate the fifth cup, traditionally known as Elijah’s Cup, to the hostages.

Set a seat at the seder table for hostages

In the middle of the war

Homes of reservists in northern Israel slated for demolition

Residents of Ramat Arbel in the lower Galilee were issued demolition orders for buildings in the town where most male residents are off on reserve duty.

Homes of reservists in northern Israel slated for demolition

60% of Israeli Arabs:

Don't punish students who support Hamas

Jewish People Policy Institute survey shows Israeli Arabs do not support Hamas, want their children to move abroad.

Don't punish students who support Hamas

TIME names hostage's mother one of 100 most influential people

Rachel Goldberg-Polin's son Hersh Goldberg-Polin, was taken hostage by Hamas into Gaza on October 7th, where he, along with 132 others, remains held in captivity.

TIME names hostage's mother one of 100 most influential people

Mother of murdered teen:

Miriam Achimeir: We believed Binyamin was going to be okay

The Achimeir family talk about Binyamin’s bravery when trying to fight against the brutal terrorists, ‘We sincerely believed that he was going to walk through the door.’

Miriam Achimeir: We believed Binyamin was going to be okay

Left-wing journalist:

If the Right wins, we won't accept the results of the elections

The Left is demanding elections, but what if the Right wins again? Journalist Ran Edelist explains: 'We will continue with the same protest.'

If the Right wins, we won't accept the results of the elections

Emergency campaign for farm heroes

The Hashomer in Judea and Samaria is launching a crowdfunding campaign to purchase 80 satellite phones to protect shepherds on the agricultural farms.

Emergency campaign for farm heroes

Rabbis to Israel's communities:

Give thanks for miracle after Iranian UAV attack

Leading Religious Zionist rabbis urge communities across Israel to recite Psalm 136 during morning prayers on Shabbat, giving thanks for G-d's miracles during Iran's attack on Israel last Saturday night.

Give thanks for miracle after Iranian UAV attack

Health Ministry warns: Don't use this olive oil or canola oil

Following complaints, Health Ministry conducts lab tests on Ma'ale Iron oils, warns against consuming them.

Health Ministry warns: Don't use this olive oil or canola oil

‘Let’s keep things calm’

Shin Bet attempted to delay the dissolution of Igatha 48

Shin Bet requested delay of liquidation procedures against nonprofit accused of funding terrorist organizations, for security reasons. UAL: ‘Virulent right-wing campaign against humanitarian aid association.’

Shin Bet attempted to delay the dissolution of Igatha 48

Israel's secret fuel tunnel: 'There's enough here for many years'

In a secret underground facility, Israel has enough emergency fuel stores to last for many years. 'We have millions of liters here, you can be calm.'

Israel's secret fuel tunnel: 'There's enough here for many years'

Pres. Herzog meets foreign ministers of UK, Germany

'Whole world must work decisively and defiantly against the threat posed by the Iranian regime,' Pres. Herzog says.

Pres. Herzog meets foreign ministers of UK, Germany

Former Defense Minister:

'Smotrich, Ben Gvir and Sinwar have the same interests'

Former Defense Minister attacked ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir, saying that, 'The two have the same interest as Yahya Sinwar and that is starting a war of Gog and Magog.'

'Smotrich, Ben Gvir and Sinwar have the same interests'

Draft Law crisis:

Deri accuses: 'Gantz is blocking all options for agreements'

Shas chief Aryeh Deri talks about potential Draft Law, says negotiations have arrived at a 'junction which seemingly can't be passed,' since MK Benny Gantz and his party refuse all options for agreements.

Deri accuses: 'Gantz is blocking all options for agreements'

Rabbi Israel Meir Lau:

'We still don't understand the magnitude of the miracle'

Former Chief Rabbi on the Iranian attack: ‘The miracle is immense not only because of the successful interception, but also because of the international coalition that stood by us.’

'We still don't understand the magnitude of the miracle'

Father of fallen hostage:

'My son fought with incredible bravery'

Rabbi Doron Perez, whose son was killed in action on October 7th and his body taken to Gaza, speaks about receiving the final news last month and urges the world not to allow soldiers to be forgotten during prisoner exchange negotiations.

'My son fought with incredible bravery'

MK Tali Gottlieb:

'Netanyahu must reject pressures not to attack Iran'

Likud MK Tali Gottlieb claims that the world, and Gaza in particular, are beginning to disdain as well as a USA colony.

'Netanyahu must reject pressures not to attack Iran'

Pres. Herzog praises Israel's nurses: You are a source of pride

Ahead of International Nurses Day, President Herzog hosts distinguished nurses from across the Israeli healthcare system.

Pres. Herzog praises Israel's nurses: You are a source of pride

Hostage in Gaza:

There was a photo of Gilad Schalit in the room where we were held

Noralin Babadilla, taken hostage from Kibbutz Nirim with her partner Gideon Babani: ‘It was hell. Everyday I thought they were going to kill us. I thought Gideon was alive. I prayed and spoke to him.’

There was a photo of Gilad Schalit in the room where we were held

PM Netanyahu:

'Iran is behind Hamas and Hezbollah - we are determined to win'

PM Netanyahu meets new recruits to Golani, Givati brigades, offering encouragement and support. 'The most important thing we have is our spirit, and I see it in your eyes.'

'Iran is behind Hamas and Hezbollah - we are determined to win'

Beitar Illit:

Infant in serious condition after being left in vehicle

Two-year-old rescued from closed vehicle evacuated to Jerusalem hospital unconscious, in serious condition.

Infant in serious condition after being left in vehicle

Huge victory for Ad Kan:

Igatha 48 to be shut down due to suspicion of financing terror

Igatha 48 was notified and given an opportunity to respond to concern of its collaboration with terrorist organizations. Minister Bezalel Smotrich: We warned of UAL’s connection to the nonprofit.

Igatha 48 to be shut down due to suspicion of financing terror

Claim: Nearly 50 Nova massacre survivors have committed suicide

Many survivors of the Nova music festival massacre are forcibly admitted to psychiatric wards; other survivors demand: 'Why do we need to prove and explain more in order to receive help?'

Claim: Nearly 50 Nova massacre survivors have committed suicide