Israeli News (Page 318)

Court releases man suspected of threatening A-G

The 45-year-old suspect from Tiberias was detained for questioning on suspicion of inciting violence against Attorney General Baharav-Miara.

Security Cabinet authorizes 9 communities in Judea and Samaria

The cabinet made a series of decisions in the fight against terrorism, including reinforcing Police and Border Police units in Jerusalem.

Gesher CEO:

'The president is offering to be a bridge for the entire nation'

Ilan Geal Dor, CEO of Gesher, lauds President Herzog for address calling for unity and compromise on judicial reform.

New poll:

Majority of Israeli public wants to stop judicial legislation

According to the survey, 50% of Israelis oppose the planned judicial reform, only 28% support it, and 23% are uncertain.

President Herzog:

'Israel is on the verge of a constitutional and social collapse'

Herzog calls for dialogue on Netanyahu government's contentious judicial reform plan. 'If one side defeats the other, we all lose.'

Report:

Several Judea and Samaria outposts to be recognized as towns

According to government officials, the Security Cabinet discussed regulating several outposts in Judea and Samaria.

Jerusalem:

New bus shelter installed at site of deadly terror attack

After it was rammed into by a terrorist, the bus stop in Jerusalem, where three were murdered, was replaced.

MK Dan Illouz:

'If government doesn't advance sovereignty it will be very sad '

MK Dan Illouz toured the Jordan Valley to promote applying sovereignty over the area as a first step towards doing so in Judea and Samria.

Sovereignty Movement leader:

'Every minute, Arabs take over another hill'

Nadia Matar, co-chairwoman of the Sovereignty Movement, explains why the movement is choosing to begin in the Jordan Valley.

Jonathan Pollard to INN:

'Government should commemorate Israelite conquest of the land'

The former spy lamented the fact that no monument exists at the site where the people of Israel entered the land of Israel.

MK Sharren Haskel to INN:

Sovereignty in the Jordan Valley: A matter of national security

MK Sharen Haskel toured the Jordan Valley to promote the realization of the vision of sovereignty in Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley.

Defensive Shield 2?

Jerusalem mayor rejects plan for operation in eastern Jerusalem

Mayor Moshe Lion says that while he thinks you need to sanction a lone wolf's family, collective punishment makes the situation worse.

Ministerial Committee on Civilian Emergency Preparedness formed

Cabinet approves PM Netanyahu's request to form committee on home front preparedness for disasters, including earthquakes.

Justice Minister accuses A-G, Supreme Court of 'coup'

Minister Yariv Levin says petition to Supreme Court calling for removal of PM Netanyahu over 'conflicts of interest' is a coup attempt/

Bennett reveals:

'Changes we made to 'open-fire' procedure have saved lives'

'After the fall of soldier Noam Raz, I held a discussion with his friends at the unit. This resulted in the elimination of many terrorists.'

Victim's uncle:

I was called to funeral home to help my sister identify child

Uncle of 6 and 8-year-old boys who were murdered in Jerusalem ramming attack says their older brother showed strength during attack.

'Sovereignty from Vision to Reality' tour held in Jordan Valley

Sovereignty Movement and Israel Forever host event promoting application of Israeli sovereignty over the Jordan Valley.

Minister Miki Zohar:

'We're willing to compromise, the other side won't talk'

Minister Miki Zohar of the Likud says his party will be ready to compromise on the judicial reform - but will not agree to stop the move.

Photographer at attack scene:

'I saw the murdered man's shoe - that's when I broke down'

Chabad photojournalist Dov Ber Hechtman went out to document the scene of Friday's attack and could not hold back his tears.

Likud MK on Twitter:

'I blame the President of the Supreme Court for the attack'

MK Tally Gotliv blames Hayut for ramming attack in Jerusalem: Everything is kosher on the way to the overthrow of a right-wing government.

Arab newspaper:

Egypt asked IDF Chief of Staff to work to stop the escalation

Report says there are difficulties in communication between Egypt and Israel in the efforts to stop the escalation.

Former Police Commissioner:

'Ben Gvir is a pyromaniac with a tank of gas'

Former Israel Police Commissioner blasts National Security Minister for announcing an “Operation Defensive Shield 2” in eastern Jerusalem.

'These boys were so holy'

Two additional victims of Jerusalem ramming attack laid to rest

8-year-old Asher Menachem Paley and Alter Shlomo Lederman were laid to rest after they were murdered in a ramming attack on Friday.

Anti-government demonstration:

Protesters block highway in Tel Aviv

The demonstration opened with a moment of silence to mark Friday's ramming attack in Jerusalem.

Official refutes Ben-Gvir:

'You can't decide to launch an operation on a street corner'

The official said that Netanyahu would only make a decision on an operation in Jerusalem after consulting with the defense establishment.

'A heinous crime':

UAE condemns ramming attack in Jerusalem

UAE sends condolences to Israel following ramming attack in Ramot neighborhood in which two Israelis were murdered.

'Repugnant, unconscionable'

Blinken condemns ramming attack in Jerusalem

US Secretary of State condemns attack which killed two Israelis, including a six-year-old boy.

'Cowardly act of terrorism'

Countries in Europe denounce Jerusalem attack

Germany, Italy and France condemn ramming attack in which a 20-year-old and a six-year-old were murdered.

Before Shabbat:

Six-year-old murdered in Jerusalem attack laid to rest

Two people who were murdered in ramming attack in Ramot neighborhood identified as Alter Shlomo Lederman, 20, and Yaakov Yisrael Paley, 6.

Returning to Evyatar:

Thousands expected to gather in Evyatar for Passover Seder

Residents of fledgling Samaria outpost planning return - with over Passover 2,000 guests.

Shas MK convinced:

'Deri will be a minister once again'

MK Yossi Taieb convinced Deri will return as a minister in the government, despite the legal challenges.

Hamas rejects calls to calm the situation

Senior Hamas delegation, during a visit to Cairo, rejects appeals by Egypt and the US to maintain calm vis-à-vis Israel.

After Jerusalem protest:

Ben Gvir reprimands police commander

National Security Minister summons commander of the Jerusalem District of the Israel Police to reprimand him following left-wing protest.

Tires burned as hundreds protest outside PM's residence

'Crime Minister' movement protests against government's proposed judicial reforms, accuse PM, ministers of 'destroying democracy.'

US warns Israel:

'Transferring authority to Smotrich is a step toward annexation'

Govt. official responds: It's unthinkable the US would interfere in the working of the Israeli government in this way.

Turkey earthquake:

Chief Rabbi tells delegation to continue saving lives on Shabbat

Field hospital & rescue teams should continue as usual throughout holy day, Chief Rabbi instructs.

Tourism Minister Katz:

'Barcelona's decision is unfortunate and erroneous'

In a letter to his Spanish counterpart Minister Chaim Katz condemned Barcelona's decision to suspend all of the city's ties with Israel.

Jerusalem Arabs indicted for attack on doctor, security guards

Doctor assaulted after confronting Arab who entered staff parking lot.

'We're burning, I love you'

Beer Sheva fire victim managed to record message for husband

Almaya Nebrat is unconscious & on a respirator after being severely wounded in an apartment fire.

Former A-G on legal reforms:

'Netanyahu wants to ensure his trials never properly conclude'

In first-ever interview, Dr. Avichai Mandelblit reveals 'behind the scenes' of the Netanyahu indictments.

Diaspora Minister Chikli:

'I support compromise on amending the Law of Return'

"40 percent of those granted automatic citizenship take the benefits and leave. The State should assess immigrants' intentions."

UTJ to Netanyahu:

'We'll leave the coalition if you don't pass judicial reform'

Were backroom deals between Yesh Atid & Likud responsible for delaying crucial committee vote?

Ayman Odeh:

'We are against both the coalition and the opposition'

Hadash leader does not see himself as a partner in the fight waged by the opposition against the Netanyahu government.

Danny Danon proposes:

Law to provide tax benefits for residents of Judea and Samaria

Likud MK's bill would implement a commitment from the coalition agreement between the Likud and the Religious Zionist Party.

Mother, baby seriously injured in Be'er Sheva apartment fire

5 people injured in apartment fire, including 30-year-old woman and her year and a half-year-old son.

Justice Minister's ultimatum to Netanyahu on judicial reform

Justice Minister Yariv Levin threatens to resign if PM shelves or significantly alters content of judicial reforms.

3rd earthquake in Israel in under 24 hours

Magnitude 3.9 quake in north follows 2 similar earthquakes southeast of city of Ariel.

Israel Police chief rabbi:

Rabbis should tell congregants to carry firearms on Shabbat

Israel Police Chief Rabbi Rami Brachyahu urges congregants to protect themselves with licensed firearms on Shabbat.

Ex-Meretz MK Yair Golan: The era of civil unrest must begin

On his Twitter account, former Member of Knesset Yair Golan called for civil disobedience: "We must paralyze the State of Israel."

Violence against doctors

"The Busso Plan": The plan to eradicate violence against doctors

Health Committee Chairman MK Uriel Busso presented a plan to eradicate the phenomenon of violence against medical professionals.

Iranian and Israeli co-direct thriller about Iranian regime

Israeli/Iranian thriller, co-directed by Guy Nattiv, revolves around Iranian judoka forced to choose between her sport and her freedom.

‘We are trying to get to those who are still alive’

United Hatzalah Emergency Rescue Mission in Turkey continues to assist in the rescue operation of earthquake victims.

Another earthquake felt in Israel

Magnitude 3.4 earthquake's epicenter is close to epicenter of 3.5 magnitude quake on Tuesday night.

Jerusalem Boy’s Choir sings: Nikki Haley - Running for the top

The Jerusalem Boy's Choir releases song in support of former US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley on her presidential run.

MK Ohad Tal to GOP leaders:

‘We will work together for a more democratic Israel’

MK Ohad Tal meets in the Knesset with a delegation of Republican leaders for a discussion on the need for judicial reform.

1 year into Ukraine war:

90 Ukrainian Jews arrive in Israel

Israel continues to work with IFCJ to assist Jews forced out of their homes by the war between Russia and Ukraine.