Israeli News (Page 231)


Foreign Minister Israel Katz:

The true face of South Africa has been revealed

Foreign Minister Israel Katz denounces South Africa fro its case against Israel, and calls for it to be dismissed outright.

The true face of South Africa has been revealed

Chilling: Families of hostages sing outside ICJ

Families of hostages, along with supporters and allies, stand outside International Court of Justice, sing 'Shalom Aleichem,' set Sabbath table with empty chairs for those still held in Gaza.

Chilling: Families of hostages sing outside ICJ

Minister's office:

'Popcorn storm is fake news, slander'

Office of Transportation Min. Regev, who allegedly handed out popcorn, saying dispute between ministers was a 'show,' says report is fake news, promises legal action.

'Popcorn storm is fake news, slander'

Forecast:

Intermittent rain, snowfall in northern Israel

Snow on Mount Hermon, chance of flooding along northern coastline, forecasters say.

Intermittent rain, snowfall in northern Israel

New poll shows Likud dropping to unprecedented low

Coalition parties expected to lose two Knesset seats, new poll shows.

New poll shows Likud dropping to unprecedented low

Due to security reasons:

Israel banned from international hockey competitions

Israel Ice Hockey Federation appeals decision by International Ice Hockey Federation to ban Israel from competitions amid the war against Hamas.

Israel banned from international hockey competitions

Again:

Chief of Staff and Ben Gvir argue at Cabinet meeting

Minister Ben Gvir confronts Chief of Staff at Cabinet meeting and exchanges barbs with Defense Minister Gallant.

Chief of Staff and Ben Gvir argue at Cabinet meeting

Poll:

Parties led by Bennett, Yossi Cohen change the map

Parties led by former Prime Minister and former Mossad chief would win 16 seats combined.

Parties led by Bennett, Yossi Cohen change the map

Watch:

'Year's biggest horror movie isn't a movie at all'

Trailer assembled by Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters showcasing the horrors of October 7 to be screened in movie theaters across the US.

'Year's biggest horror movie isn't a movie at all'

Fighting like lions:

Israel advocacy superstar lands in London

Eylon Levy arrived in London where he will present Israel's case to 10 of Britain's foremost media outlets.

Israel advocacy superstar lands in London

Deri:

'Talk of returning settlers to Gaza very harmful'

Shas chairman says Hague hearing should teach MKs to be more careful with their words as some talk of returning to the destroyed settlements of Gaza.

'Talk of returning settlers to Gaza very harmful'

PM Netanyahu to South Africa:

'Hamas partners, we will continue to fight the lies'

Prime Minister Netanyahu attacked South Africa's petition to the ICJ and affirmed that Israel will reserve the right to defend itself.

'Hamas partners, we will continue to fight the lies'

Aliyah Minister's son wounded in Gaza

The son of Minister Ofir Sofer, himself a disabled veteran, was lightly wounded in battle in Khan Yunis.

Aliyah Minister's son wounded in Gaza

Watch:

Hershtik, The Maccabeats, Min. Gantz pray for IDF

Marking 100 days since October 7th, War Cabinet Minster, Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, Cantor Netanel Hershtik and the Maccabeats join in prayer for the success and welfare of the Israel Defense Forces.

Hershtik, The Maccabeats, Min. Gantz pray for IDF

Hostages' families complete Torah scroll

In the coming days, the Torah scroll will be sent for use by an elite combat unit serving in Gaza.

Hostages' families complete Torah scroll

Watch:

Wounded warrior dances as he leaves hospital

Avraham, a soldier in the Armored Brigade, was released from Shaare Zedek Medical Center. As he left he danced down a red carpet flanked by medical clowns.

Wounded warrior dances as he leaves hospital

Israeli MFA:

'South Africa is functioning as Hamas's legal arm'

Israeli Foreign Ministry harshly criticized South Africa for filing a petition to The Hague claiming Israel was carrying out 'genocide'.

'South Africa is functioning as Hamas's legal arm'

Watch live:

Lessons from Gaza, and ending the two-state solution

“In light of the lessons of Gaza and the preconceived notions that collapsed – it is prohibited to establish a Palestinian state.”

Lessons from Gaza, and ending the two-state solution

Sderot Mayor:

'Let Oct. 7 be the end to this nightmare'

In NYT editorial, Sderot Mayor Alon Davidi calls on the world to make the war in Gaza the turning point towards a better life on both sides of the border.

'Let Oct. 7 be the end to this nightmare'

Families to hostages:

'Hold on! All of Israel is behind you'

Families of hostages shout out to their loved ones: 'Hold on! We will not stop until you return home. All of Israel is behind you.'

'Hold on! All of Israel is behind you'

Miracle in Gaza:

RPG strikes unarmored vehicle, does not detonate

An unarmored earthmover suffered a direct hit by an RPG, which went out the other side of the vehicle without exploding.

RPG strikes unarmored vehicle, does not detonate

Combat Antisemitism Movement:

ICJ case similar to accusing Allies of genocide

Combat Antisemitism Movement says ICJ case against Israel is like accusing the Allies in WW2 of committing genocide against the Nazis.

ICJ case similar to accusing Allies of genocide

Hadassah doctors mark Doctors Day in combat zone

Reserve battalion of Hadassah doctors marks Doctors Day 2024 in the combat zone.

Hadassah doctors mark Doctors Day in combat zone

Blinken surprises War Cabinet with decision on Gaza

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken shocked the Cabinet ministers by announcing a decision regarding aid to Gaza that they had not made themselves.

Blinken surprises War Cabinet with decision on Gaza

Three months later:

Search for remains of massacre victims continues

Special working dogs are being used to locate any victims or evidence of the massacre.

Search for remains of massacre victims continues

Three arrested over threats to Ramat Gan Mayor

Ramat Gan Mayor Carmel Shama-Hacohen complains he received threats from three young men, who are later caught by police.

Three arrested over threats to Ramat Gan Mayor

MK Cassif impeachment:

Hadash-Ta'al pressuring haredi parties

MK Ofer Cassif and MK Ahmad Tibi are pressuring the haredi parties to prevent the impeachment of the MK who expressed support for the lawsuit against Israel in the ICJ.

Hadash-Ta'al pressuring haredi parties

Netanyahu:

'Israel has no intention of occupying Gaza'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu clarifies in video statement: Israel is fighting Hamas terrorists, not the Palestinian population, and we are doing so in full compliance with international law.

'Israel has no intention of occupying Gaza'

Hostages' daughter

"They need us to rescue them"

Shir Segal, whose mother returned from Hamas captivity and shocked the country with her stories about the terrorists' abuse of women, broke down in tears during an interview when she was asked about her father who remains in Gaza.

"They need us to rescue them"

Samaria council head:

Govt. must refute 'settler violence' blood libel

Chairman of the Samaria Council appealed to the Head of the Central Command and IDF Spokesperson to publish the documents showing a decrease in Jewish nationalistic crime.

Govt. must refute 'settler violence' blood libel

Majority forming for impeachment of MK Ofer Cassif

A majority of 90 MKs are required to make Cassif the first MK ever impeached from the Knesset. Even if approved, the process will probably reach the Supreme Court.

Majority forming for impeachment of MK Ofer Cassif

Fauda star's first words since wounds in Gaza

Minister Hili Tropper visits Fauda star Idan Amedi in the hospital after he was wounded in battle in Gaza. Amedi gave him a message of strength and unity.

Fauda star's first words since wounds in Gaza

19 years later

Sign from Yarhi family home found in Netzarim

An officer in an elite unit fighting in Gaza noticed the sign of the Yarhi family’s house and contacted them. They were delighted to receive a sign of life from their former home in Netzarim.

Sign from Yarhi family home found in Netzarim

PA crew found with stolen Israeli medical equipment

Following foiled terrorist attack in Binyamin region, Palestinian Authority ambulance crew found to possess stolen United Hatzalah vests, helmets, and other equipment.

PA crew found with stolen Israeli medical equipment

Report:

Details of Qatar’s new ceasefire proposal revealed

Hostages’ Families: "We are anxious about the fate of our loved ones, who have been languishing in Hamas tunnels for almost 100 days, without food, water, and life-saving medical treatment. The War Cabinet must approve any deal that will lead to immediate release of all hostages alive."

Details of Qatar’s new ceasefire proposal revealed

Air defense advancement:

Advanced 'All in One' system successfully tested

New configuration for RAFAEL's SPYDER air defense system, called 'All in One,' features an integrated radar, electro-optical launcher, advanced control and command system, and PYTHON and Derby interceptors, all mounted on a single platform.

Advanced 'All in One' system successfully tested

Live:

Thousands pray at Western Wall for hostages' return

The Chief Rabbinate and other organizations, including the Families Forum, are holding a prayer rally for the release of the hostages held by Hamas and the safe return of IDF soldiers.

Thousands pray at Western Wall for hostages' return

Tel Aviv:

Students protest anti-Tefillin principal

MK Almog Cohen participated in protest after Herzliya Hebrew Gymnasium High School principal Dr. Ze'ev Degani was filmed preventing students from putting on Tefillin.

Students protest anti-Tefillin principal

Poll: 26% of Israeli Jews want Gush Katif rebuilt

New poll by JPPI shows: Just 5% of Jews in Israel are willing to see Palestinian Authority rule Gaza after war ends.

Poll: 26% of Israeli Jews want Gush Katif rebuilt

Houthi attacks:

Security Council to vote on measure calling for halt

Resolution draft says Houthi attacks are impeding global commerce 'and undermine navigational rights and freedoms as well as regional peace and security.'

Security Council to vote on measure calling for halt

MK Vaturi:

'Burn Gaza - there are no more innocents left there'

Likud MK Nissim Vaturi calls to increase intensity of fighting, says he 'stands behind' earlier statement calling to 'burn Gaza.'

'Burn Gaza - there are no more innocents left there'

Local leaders launch campaign:

'No One Abandons the Residents of Judea and Samaria'

Judea and Samaria leaders call on the government to include security components for the authorities in Judea and Samaria, in the core portion of the 2024 budget.

'No One Abandons the Residents of Judea and Samaria'

Over 150 targets hit, tens of terrorists eliminated

IDF operational activity in the areas of Maghazi and Khan Yunis continues.

Over 150 targets hit, tens of terrorists eliminated

Sergeant Major Elkana Newlander fell in Gaza

Community of Efrat announced that Sergeant Major Elkana Newlander fell in battle in the Gaza Strip.

Sergeant Major Elkana Newlander fell in Gaza

Blinken:

'US hopeful that Hamas will resume negotiations'

Secretary of State tells NBC News the US remains hopeful Hamas will resume negotiations on hostage releases even after elimination of its second-in-command.

'US hopeful that Hamas will resume negotiations'

White House:

'Biden didn't know Austin had cancer until today'

White House says Biden did not learn that his Defense Secretary had prostate cancer until the news of the diagnosis was disclosed to the public.

'Biden didn't know Austin had cancer until today'

After Gush Etzion demolitions:

Netanyahu orders halt to home demolitions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the demolition of homes in Gush Etzion this morning and announced that he had ordered that buildings belonging to soldiers and reservists not be destroyed during wartime.

Netanyahu orders halt to home demolitions

Minister demands no more demolition until end of war

After the demolition of buildings in Gush Etzion, Minister Arbel demands to freeze enforcement until the end of the war, as many residents of Pnei Kedem and communities in Judea and Samaria are currently fighting in the war.

Minister demands no more demolition until end of war

208,319 unemployment pay requests since October 7

The National Insurance Institute has published statistics on unemployment pay since the October 7th massacre.

208,319 unemployment pay requests since October 7

Antony Blinken:

Claim Israel committing genocide meritless, galling

Secretary of State Blinken speaks to press after meeting Israeli leaders to discuss the war with Hamas, says Gazans must be allowed to return to their homes.

Claim Israel committing genocide meritless, galling

YU Rosh Yeshiva to IDF soldiers:

'I pray every day for your success'

Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva University, Rabbi Hershel Tzvi Schachter, delivers a message of hope and strength to the soldiers of the IDF.

'I pray every day for your success'

Gallant to Blinken:

'Increasing pressure on Iran critical'

Israeli Defense Minister meets US Secretary of State in Tel Aviv, emphasizes pressure on Iran can prevent a regional escalation.

'Increasing pressure on Iran critical'

Soldiers' mothers to Biden:

'Let our children fight'

Mothers of Combat Soldiers organization sets up display outside Sec. Blinken's hotel with Biden's children in military uniforms calling on US not to put lives of Gaza civilians over the lives of their children.

'Let our children fight'

3 Months In: 70 Children Still Waiting for Help

ZAKA360 are on a mission to help 70 tragically orphaned children heal through a rehabilitation program.

3 Months In: 70 Children Still Waiting for Help

Noa Kirel sues TikTok Israel for year-end review

Attorneys for the Eurovision star sued TikTok and a public relations firm for a claim that Kirel was second to artist Anna Zak on TikTok in 2023.

Noa Kirel sues TikTok Israel for year-end review

MK: 'Victory? Only with Jewish settlements'

Only with Jewish settlements in Gaza will our enemy feel defeated, MK Ohad Tal explains.

MK: 'Victory? Only with Jewish settlements'