Israeli News (Page 306)


At Netanyahu's instruction:

Heritage center in honor of Lubavitcher Rebbe to be established

Netanyahu: The Chabad Heritage Center will showcase the contribution of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, who encouraged Torah study and observance.

Heritage center in honor of Lubavitcher Rebbe to be established

Meir Panim:

People who never needed help are now coming for a warm meal

With rising prices of living and Passover fast approaching, people who've never needed help before are coming to Meir Panim for a warm meal.

People who never needed help are now coming for a warm meal

Israel drops actress as envoy over criticism of judicial reform

Actress Noa Tishby stripped of title as Israel's special envoy for combating antisemitism and delegitimization of Israel.

Israel drops actress as envoy over criticism of judicial reform

Haredi rabbi vs Liberman:

'What is Jewish about you? You don't know a word of Torah'

Prominent rabbi laments lack of Jewish education in state schools, pushes back on Liberman's demands for secular studies in haredi schools.

'What is Jewish about you? You don't know a word of Torah'

'I'm moved to tears':

Chabad display surprises anti-reform protesters

Anti-judicial reform protesters in Tel Aviv pleasantly surprised by a strange series of white boxes set up in Habima Square.

Chabad display surprises anti-reform protesters

Tel Aviv terror attack:

Patients receive terror victim's heart and kidney

After Or Ashkar succumbed to wounds from Tel Aviv shooting attack, family donates his organs, saving lives of two patients.

Patients receive terror victim's heart and kidney

Netanyahu's attorneys: No new judge will be involved in trial

Laws for PM Netanyahu respond to motion to have him declared in contempt of court, say he must be involved in an issue of such importance.

Netanyahu's attorneys: No new judge will be involved in trial

Netanyahu: There is a basis for real dialogue and an agreement

PM says during weekly Cabinet meeting a compromise for broad agreement on judicial reform is possible.

Netanyahu: There is a basis for real dialogue and an agreement

Ben-Gvir:

'A-G again standing in the way of establishing a National Guard'

National Security Minister says Attorney General does not understand what her role is, National Guard necessary as police are overburdened.

'A-G again standing in the way of establishing a National Guard'

Police: Anti-reform protestor struck police horse on the head

Police respond to video of mounted officer beating protestor by saying the protestor attacked the officer's horse with a wooden pole.

Police: Anti-reform protestor struck police horse on the head

4 hurt in fires in Jerusalem and Haifa

3 residents pulled from burning building in Arnona neighborhood of Jerusalem, elderly woman pulled from buring building in Haifa.

4 hurt in fires in Jerusalem and Haifa

Arab official:

'Al-Aqsa is our mosque and not your temple'

Deputy leader of the northern branch of the Islamic Movement calls on Muslims to come to Al-Aqsa Mosque.

'Al-Aqsa is our mosque and not your temple'

Fmr. Israeli Consul General:

'Israel is an American protectorate'

Asaf Zamir, who resigned as Consul General to New York, said he is worried about losing US support, calling Israel a US protectorate.

'Israel is an American protectorate'

Despite legislation freeze:

Countrywide demonstrations against judicial reform continue

Demonstrations against the legislation were held in 150 locations. Protest organizers feel government not interested in reaching consensus.

Countrywide demonstrations against judicial reform continue

Poll:

More Israelis prefer Gantz as PM over Netanyahu

When Netanyahu faces off against Lapid, there is a tie of 32%. When Netanyahu faces off against Gantz, the former Defense Minister prevails.

More Israelis prefer Gantz as PM over Netanyahu

Report:

Gallant to remain in his position as Defense Minister

Netanyahu and Gallant reportedly ironing out disagreements over the nature of Gallant's apology for speech against judicial reform.

Gallant to remain in his position as Defense Minister

Government officials attend tribute evening for Israel Dog Unit

An appreciation evening for the Israel Dog unit nonprofit included ministers, police officials, and terror attack survivor David Stern.

Government officials attend tribute evening for Israel Dog Unit

'No Compromise'

Anti-judicial reform protesters rally outside of Gantz's home

IDF reservists join anti-judicial reform protest outside of Gantz's home, condemning negotiations aimed at reaching compromise.

Anti-judicial reform protesters rally outside of Gantz's home

HBO series highlights soccer club owned by Israeli-US actress

New HBO documentary series to spotlight Natalie Portman’s role in bringing a women’s soccer team to Los Angeles

HBO series highlights soccer club owned by Israeli-US actress

US official:

'Israel's Middle East allies concerned over domestic tensions'

Under Secretary of State Barbara Leaf says she's heard concerns from "about the insecurity and instability in the West Bank."

'Israel's Middle East allies concerned over domestic tensions'

Likud Minister to INN:

'We caved, but we couldn't let the country fall apart'

Information Minister Galit Distel Atbaryan: The fight has moved from the Knesset to the street.

'We caved, but we couldn't let the country fall apart'

Minister Shlomo Karhi to INN:

'We'll give negotiations a chance, the reform will be promoted'

Minister Shlomo Karhi speaks to INN at right-wing demonstration in Tel Aviv.

'We'll give negotiations a chance, the reform will be promoted'

FM Cohen to Blinken:

'Israel is a beacon of democracy and stability'

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen speaks to US Secretary of State about the Iranian issue and the judicial reform.

'Israel is a beacon of democracy and stability'

New York Republican:

'Biden’s hostile comments toward Israel are shameful'

Rep. Elise Stefanik joins Republicans who criticized Biden over his response to the planned judicial reforms in Israel.

'Biden’s hostile comments toward Israel are shameful'

Report: Parties may seek criminal mediation in Netanyahu trial

Attorney General to submit response to idea both parties would mediate a plea deal in the Prime Minister's corruption trial.

Report: Parties may seek criminal mediation in Netanyahu trial

Pro-Govt. march in Tel Aviv: 'Yes to reform, no to surrender'

Im Tirtzu says right-wing 'March for Freedom' will not block highways like recent left-wing demonstrations. Over 30,000 estimated at march.

Pro-Govt. march in Tel Aviv: 'Yes to reform, no to surrender'

Kimcha Depischa for the Land of Israel

Many families are worried by the high cost of expenses that the Passover holiday entails.

Kimcha Depischa for the Land of Israel

Song in memory of US Citizen Elan Ganeles

Elan Ganeles was murdered in a shooting at Arava junction. A close friend of his has composed a musical tribute to his memory.

Song in memory of US Citizen Elan Ganeles

Haredi couple brutally beaten by protesters in Tel Aviv

A haredi couple was driving through Tel Aviv on Sunday when protesters surrounded their car and severely beat the husband.

Haredi couple brutally beaten by protesters in Tel Aviv

Two Jews charged with using axe to attack Palestinian Arabs

Hanoch Rabin and Raz Giron were arrested on suspicion of attacking Palestinian Arabs on Purim night.

Two Jews charged with using axe to attack Palestinian Arabs

After 15 years in prison:

Roman Zadorov acquitted of Tair Rada’s murder

Roman Zadorov acquitted at retrial after sitting in prison for 15 years in widely talked about murder case.

Roman Zadorov acquitted of Tair Rada’s murder

FM Cohen to US officials:

'Judicial reform will only pass through widespread agreement'

After refraining from discussing the issue, FM Eli Cohen spoke with Sen. Lindsey Graham and is scheduled to meet with Secretary Blinken

'Judicial reform will only pass through widespread agreement'

Anti-judicial reform protesters chain themselves to Knesset gate

The demonstrators called on legislators to stop the dialogue with the president and to assemble a civil assembly to create a constitution.

Anti-judicial reform protesters chain themselves to Knesset gate

Lapid blasts Netanyahu:

'The biggest con man in Israel's history'

Opposition leader criticizes PM's conduct in crisis with US: For two months now, Israel has not been the closest ally of the United States.

'The biggest con man in Israel's history'

Edelstein on Gallant dismissal:

'It's the wrong move at this time'

Edelstein comments on talks to reach compromise on judicial reform: I think there's a way.

'It's the wrong move at this time'

Ethics Committee to MK Tibi: Be careful

Knesset Ethics Committee warns MK Ahmed Tibi following incident in which he confronted police officers.

Ethics Committee to MK Tibi: Be careful

Israeli National Security Advisor:

'There's a rather unusual US involvement in Israel's affairs'

Tzachi Hanegbi comments on Israel-US tensions, says other friends of Israel in the world have also expressed concerns.

'There's a rather unusual US involvement in Israel's affairs'

Deri's compromise would keep Gallant as Defense Minister

Gallant expected to apologize for timing of speech calling for legislation to be stopped and remain in the position of Minister of Defense.

Deri's compromise would keep Gallant as Defense Minister

What will Ben-Gvir's National Guard look like?

Cabinet set to approve formation of a National Guard under the authority of the National Security Minister on Sunday.

What will Ben-Gvir's National Guard look like?

Commendation for David Stern: "You are a hero of Israel"

Yossi Dagan presented certificate of appreciation to Itamar resident who saved his wife when a terrorist shot at them in Huwara.

Commendation for David Stern: "You are a hero of Israel"

Netanyahu considering retracting dismissal of Defense Minister

PM continues to search for replacements for Minister Gallant, but is considering keeping him in his position if he resigns from the Knesset.

Netanyahu considering retracting dismissal of Defense Minister

Avi Dichter not seeking Defense Ministry

Sources close to Agriculture Minister say he is seeking to rescind the firing of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant rather than take his place,

Avi Dichter not seeking Defense Ministry

Judicial reform talks continue, but Israelis pessimistic

Just 41% of Israelis believe the talks are likely to yield a compromise on judicial overhaul, as president hosts second day of consultations

Judicial reform talks continue, but Israelis pessimistic

Oldest ever copper fishing hook discovered in Ashkelon

Shark hunting? Huge copper fishhook unearthed in coastal city of Ashkelon.

Oldest ever copper fishing hook discovered in Ashkelon

Israeli Arabs urged to show their presence at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Arab leadership in Israel, Hamas leadership encourage Muslims in Israel to go up to the Al-Aqsa Mosque during the month of Ramadan.

Israeli Arabs urged to show their presence at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Netanyahu responds to Biden:

'Israel makes its decisions by the will of its people'

PM responds to Biden: Israel makes its decisions by the will of its people and not based on pressures from abroad.

'Israel makes its decisions by the will of its people'

Israeli co-inventor of mp3, PDF and zip formats dies at 91

Pioneering computer scientist Jacob Ziv's research paved the way for many of today's popular computer technologies.

Israeli co-inventor of mp3, PDF and zip formats dies at 91

Yesh Atid calls for creation of Israeli constitution

Party of opposition leader Yair Lapid says it called for significant reform during negotiations at President's Residence.

Yesh Atid calls for creation of Israeli constitution

Judicial reform negotiations begin at President's Residence

Negotiating teams from Likud, Yesh Atid, National Unity parties meet, with plans to add Labor & Yisrael Beytenu teams tomorrow.

Judicial reform negotiations begin at President's Residence

Tonight:

Judicial reform negotiations to be held at President's Residence

President Herzog summons the negotiating teams to his official residence to begin negotiations at 7:30 tonight.

Judicial reform negotiations to be held at President's Residence

Bill targeting joint Memorial Day ceremony introduced

MK Tzvi Sukkot introduces bill allowing Finance Minister to cut funding for joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day ceremony.

Bill targeting joint Memorial Day ceremony introduced

Left-wing activists to bring hametz into hospitals on Passover

Group of activists who organized protests against the judicial reforms find new cause to protest for after Knesset passes Hametz Law.

Left-wing activists to bring hametz into hospitals on Passover

Hametz Law enacted:

'We're protecting Israel's Jewish identity' says MK Idit Silman

Law restores situation to how it was before Supreme Court intervened three years ago.

'We're protecting Israel's Jewish identity' says MK Idit Silman

'Political theater'

Opposition MKs claim PM is 'holding a gun to our heads'

In automatic process, Basic Law: The Judiciary appears on Knesset agenda despite halt to reforms.

Opposition MKs claim PM is 'holding a gun to our heads'

Yehuda Wald:

'The president is part of the problem, not part of the solution'

Religious Zionism party director admits need for discussion, but wants to 'keep the president out. He's not objective.'

'The president is part of the problem, not part of the solution'

Knesset approves appointment of 2nd minister in Justice Ministry

Dudi Amsalem to serve both as Minister of Regional Cooperation and Minister in the Justice Ministry.

Knesset approves appointment of 2nd minister in Justice Ministry