Israeli News (Page 61)


Controversial exhibition scheduled at the Knesset

An exhibition to be displayed tomorrow at the Knesset as part of a discussion on economic oppression against women has provoked sharp opposition from religious organizations.

Controversial exhibition scheduled at the Knesset

After official recognition

Watch: First Israeli official visits Somaliland

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar reportedly arrived in the African country a week and a half after Israel officially recognized its independence.

Watch: First Israeli official visits Somaliland

At 86

Israeli icon Yehoram Gaon marries partner he met on Facebook

Israeli singer and actor Yehoram Gaon, 86, married his longtime partner Ella Lusa, 55, in a ceremony led by former Chief Rabbi Shlomo Moshe Amar.

Israeli icon Yehoram Gaon marries partner he met on Facebook

'Justice For Rafael!':

Parents break down at sentencing for driver who killed their son

A sentencing hearing was held today at the Petah Tikva Traffic Court in the case of 82-year-old Carol Fessler, convicted of leaving the scene after an accident in which four-year-old Rafael Adna was killed.

Parents break down at sentencing for driver who killed their son

Arab MK files complaint against police spokesman

MK Ahmad Tibi filed a complaint with the Police Investigations Department (PID) against the police spokesperson today following a clash on live TV.

Arab MK files complaint against police spokesman

Traffic chaos expected as haredi protest planned in Jerusalem

Israeli police announced major traffic closures and heavy deployment ahead of a haredi protest against the conscription bill in Jerusalem this evening.

Traffic chaos expected as haredi protest planned in Jerusalem

14 Orphans. $175,000

Father dies at midnight - Leaves 14 orphans and $175K debt

Turns out when a father of 14 fights brain cancer for four years, the bills don't stop after he's gone - and this family owes gemachim over 500,000 shekels with zero income.

Father dies at midnight - Leaves 14 orphans and $175K debt

Netanyahu to prosecutor:

Claims about my family are nonsense

During cross-examination, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed prosecution claims regarding Sara and Yair Netanyahu’s alleged involvement in official matters.

Claims about my family are nonsense

'I Knew We'd Be Free:'

Eli Sharabi's story of faith under Gaza

Former hostage Eli Sharabi shares how he is coping with loss, his faith in being freed, and his longing for life in Kibbutz Be'eri.

Eli Sharabi's story of faith under Gaza

Leah Goldin:

'Hadar returned whole, I touched his hand'

Leah Goldin described the emotional reunion with her son Hadar after his body was returned from Hamas captivity, saying it brought a sense of calm and victory after 11 years.

'Hadar returned whole, I touched his hand'

Captivity survivor's direct message to ex-captors

Rom Braslavski posted a video in which he addresses the terrorists in Gaza in Arabic and declares: 'You won't break our spirit.'

Captivity survivor's direct message to ex-captors

During visit to Binyamin

US Ambassador's grandchildren make ancient discovery

Mike Huckabee embarked on a family tour of caves near Na’ale, during which his grandchildren uncovered ancient artifacts.

US Ambassador's grandchildren make ancient discovery

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Dead shark found near Hadera

The Nature and Parks Authority is investigating whether the shark was killed illegally.

Dead shark found near Hadera

As Netanyahu presses, will Smotrich give up his spot at the top?

According to a Galei Tzahal report, Netanyahu has discussed steps to save the Religious Zionist list amid fears the party may not pass the electoral threshold.

As Netanyahu presses, will Smotrich give up his spot at the top?

Netanyahu:

'I will personally get involved, we will bring her back'

Prime Minister Netanyahu met on Monday with the parents of Hymanut Kassaou, missing since February 2024.

'I will personally get involved, we will bring her back'

Tragic end to search near Haifa

Several days of intense searching finally came to an end in a field in norrthern Israel.

Tragic end to search near Haifa

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Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran

Kan 11 News reports that Netanyahu used Putin as a channel to send calming messages to Iran, while warning Tehran that any attack on Israel would bring “severe" consequences.

Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran

On‑air clash:

Ahmed Tibi confronts police spokesman during interview

MK Ahmed Tibi clashes with Israel Police spokesman Aryeh Doron after Doron condemns the lawmaker for calling police officers a “mafia." Tibi erupts, and the host struggles to defuse the situation.

Ahmed Tibi confronts police spokesman during interview

Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke

Ran Hirschorn, a platoon sergeant and father of two, passed away after collapsing due to a sudden stroke.

Reserve soldier dies suddenly from stroke

Bennett

'Next government will repeal Draft Law on day 1'

The plan Bennett presented for reserve soldiers includes one million shekels for purchasing a home, priority in state tenders, and a free bachelor’s degree. "The Israeli pyramid is being flipped."

'Next government will repeal Draft Law on day 1'

No water or electricity

Israel begins process to disconnect UNRWA facilities in Jerusalem

Energy Minister Eli Cohen instructed the Electric Corporation and Hagihon to begin disconnecting UNRWA facilities from infrastructure, citing the new law aimed at ending the agency’s activities.

Israel begins process to disconnect UNRWA facilities in Jerusalem

Interest rate lowered to 4%

Move comes amid easing inflation, stronger shekel, moderating labor pressures, and steady economic growth, according to the Bank of Israel.

Interest rate lowered to 4%

Rabbi sues Haaretz

Rabbi Dr. Eliyahu Zini has filed a lawsuit for 500,000 shekels against the Haaretz newspaper, claiming false and defamatory publications attributed to him.

Rabbi sues Haaretz

Ben Gvir: The Attorney General wants a dictatorship

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir claims: "The Attorney General and the Supreme Court have no authority to dismiss ministers - if such a ruling is given, it will be blatantly illegal."

Ben Gvir: The Attorney General wants a dictatorship

What's will be found in the ex-MAG's WhatsApp group?

Police asked the court to determine whether WhatsApp correspondence linked to former Military Advocate General are protected by attorney-client privilege or may be used in the investigation.

What's will be found in the ex-MAG's WhatsApp group?

$100,000 Prison debt

19-year-old survives 5 months of German prison hell

Turns out saving his life created over $100,000 in crushing debt - and now his family needs your help to complete his rescue and pay for the psychiatric care he desperately needs

19-year-old survives 5 months of German prison hell

Last hostage's mother:

'Don't rebuild Gaza before Rani comes home'

Talik Gvili demands a halt to all progress in Gaza until her son is returned. Minister Smotrich vows, 'We will not open Rafah until Ran comes back.'

'Don't rebuild Gaza before Rani comes home'

Top health official quits position

Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis, who lead Israel through the coronavirus pandemic and measles outbreak, announces she will resign her position.

Top health official quits position

Heavy prison sentences for terrorists who attacked a Jew

The Jerusalem District Court sentenced three terrorists, including a minor, to lengthy prison sentences for attacking a Jew in Jerusalem, causing serious injury.

Heavy prison sentences for terrorists who attacked a Jew

Mikneh Avraham outpost demolished for second time in a month

Border Police and Civil Administration forces arrive at Mikneh Avraham in Area B, bringing Arab workers to demolish Jewish structures.

Mikneh Avraham outpost demolished for second time in a month

Rabbi Mazuz: 'I love the army!'

Rabbi Tzemach Mazuz attends event honoring yeshiva students released from military prison, says he 'loves every soldier.'

Rabbi Mazuz: 'I love the army!'

Graffiti spray-painted outside Galei Zahal studios

Graffiti scrawled outside Galei Zahal Radio studios in Jaffa, forum demands vandals 'be brought to justice.'

Graffiti spray-painted outside Galei Zahal studios

Rabbi Lando: Happy are those arrested for learning Torah

Rabbi Dov Lando leading Lithuanian-haredi rabbi, praises yeshiva students arrested for draft evasion, says Torah itself placed 'behind bars' with their arrests.

Rabbi Lando: Happy are those arrested for learning Torah

Draft Law: MK Elazar Stern’s demand

MK Elazar Stern asks the Knesset’s legal adviser to prevent haredi lawmakers from voting on the Draft Law, citing concerns about a conflict of interest.

Draft Law: MK Elazar Stern’s demand

Temple Mount:

Antiquities Authority re-covers temple remains

The Beyadenu movement demanded that the protective coverings be returned to wooden beams, some dated as far back as King Solomon, before the onset of the winter rains.

Antiquities Authority re-covers temple remains

District court president killed in horrific motorcycle accident

Judge Benny Sagi was struck while riding a motorcycle on Route 6; ambulance teams pronounced him dead at the scene.

District court president killed in horrific motorcycle accident

Clash erupts in Chief Rabbinate

A heated dispute broke out in the Chief Rabbinate Council over kosher certification authority, as Chief Rabbi Ber accused Director General Yehuda Cohen of acting independently, prompting calls for his resignation.

Clash erupts in Chief Rabbinate

'Yellow Star For Scholars':

Haredi MK denounces sanctions on draft dodgers

MK Yitzchak Goldknopf said during a hearing on the conscription law that the sanctions provisions in it are 'a yellow star for Torah scholars', drawing an immediate uproar.

Haredi MK denounces sanctions on draft dodgers

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Child rescued in complex operation near Shiloh

Rescue workers worked to pull a seven-year-old boy out of a 14-meter-deep pit.

Child rescued in complex operation near Shiloh

Netanyahu to Attorney General: I won't fire Ben Gvir

A heated confrontation unfolded during the Cabinet meeting on the position of the Attorney General, who wants Netanyahu to dismiss National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Netanyahu to Attorney General: I won't fire Ben Gvir

Clashes at IDF recruitment center over haredi draft

Protesters from extreme factions demonstrated today (Sunday) at the IDF Recruitment Center in Tel Hashomer against the enlistment of haredi youth into units designated for the haredi community.

Clashes at IDF recruitment center over haredi draft

New program helps fathers master the laws of Shabbat

Many Jewish men have never been able to develop the confident, systematic mastery to answer their family's questions without hesitation - until now.

New program helps fathers master the laws of Shabbat

IDF haredi brigade bulletin sparks backlash in haredi communities

A new bulletin published by IDF’s haredi Hashmonaim Brigade triggers fierce opposition from anti-draft activists, who are urging synagogues to remove 'dangerous materials' aimed at encouraging enlistment.

IDF haredi brigade bulletin sparks backlash in haredi communities

At left-wing protest

Aharon Barak: Democracy is in danger

In a recorded speech played at a rally marking three years since the judicial reform was announced, retired Supreme Court President Aharon Barak says that Israel is no longer a liberal democracy.

Aharon Barak: Democracy is in danger

UN Security Council to meet after US ousts and arrests Maduro

UN Security Council to meet following the US ouster of Venezuela’s President. Guterres warns of a “dangerous precedent," while both sides trade accusations over international law and the use of force.

UN Security Council to meet after US ousts and arrests Maduro

'Endangered the force'

'Price‑tag' attack suspect shot dead in police operation

Suspect who endangered police officers shot during an arrest operation in Tarabin targeting suspects involved in recent "price-tag" attacks. Ben Gvir backs the officers.

'Price‑tag' attack suspect shot dead in police operation

Brig. Gen. Amit Saar laid to rest

Brig. Gen. Amit Saar, who died at 47, was laid to rest in a military ceremony. The head of military intelligence eulogized him as 'A commander for whom sincerity and truth were a core principal.'

Brig. Gen. Amit Saar laid to rest

Prominent Gur hasid passes away just before kiddush

Rabbi Haim Yaakov Naftali Zilberberg, 76, dies suddenly on Friday night, moments before making kiddush for his family.

Prominent Gur hasid passes away just before kiddush

Miracle in Binyamin: Family escapes burning building

Friday night fire breaks out in Neria, family manages to escape thanks to early warning.

Miracle in Binyamin: Family escapes burning building

Rainy weather takes a break as temperatures rise

Forecasters predict rising temperatures and sunshine after weeks of winter weather.

Rainy weather takes a break as temperatures rise

Significant development in 30-year-old mystery

Investigation into person who disappeared 30-years-ago, considered one of Israel's most troubling unresolved mysteries, sees significant development.

Significant development in 30-year-old mystery

Father sings for fallen son: 'You were never torn from my heart'

In an emotional moment, Zvika Greenglick sings “Da Bni Ahuvi" to his son Shauli, who fell in Gaza, turning a song into a father’s message of faith, mercy, and unconditional love - a quiet answer to voices of judgment and despair.

Father sings for fallen son: 'You were never torn from my heart'

Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir uploaded a post in support of the protesters in Iran. 'The Iranian people deserve to be free.'

Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

After heavy rains:

Rescue forces save stranded family, injured rider

Rescue and fire services carried out two successful operations on Friday, extracting a family trapped in a sinking vehicle in the Shiloh River and rescuing a man who fell into the water near the Sorek Stream while riding a horse.

Rescue forces save stranded family, injured rider

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the US, his party, Likud, strengthens by two seats, which are lost by Naftali Bennett's party.

Poll: Netanyahu gains ground at Bennett's expense

Poll:

Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9

While the Likud continues to stay ahead in the polls, Mr. Netanyahu still can not manage to find a majority.

Likud takes 26 seats, Otzma Yehudit 9