Israeli News (Page 69)


Before becoming president

The secret legal opinion Herzog received on Netanyahu pardon

A secret legal opinion prepared by those close to the president dealt with the possibility of granting Netanyahu a pardon before the indictment was filed against him. Herzog's office denies the report.

The secret legal opinion Herzog received on Netanyahu pardon

Will Israel ban smoking in apartment buildings?

A recent protocol from the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, to which Israel is a signatory, outlines the extensive benefits for all population sectors when smoking bans are implemented in apartment buildings and private vehicles, underscoring necessity of legislating such bans to promote public health.

Will Israel ban smoking in apartment buildings?

Netanyahu on 10/7 inquiry

'No one is above investigation'

PM Netanyahu addressed the need for an investigative committee into the failures of October 7, and said that the committee will examine in depth the responsibility of all levels.

'No one is above investigation'

Burned car, bloodstains

Man found dead in well near Beit Guvrin

A body was discovered about 10 meters deep in a well near Beit Guvrin. The police are investigating a possible connection between the event and a missing Jerusalem resident in recent days.

Man found dead in well near Beit Guvrin

Ronen Bar's first speech after being fired

Half a year after leaving his post, former ISA director Ronen Bar criticized the Prime Minister over the October 7th massacre and called for the establishment of a state commission of inquiry.

Ronen Bar's first speech after being fired

Brachi's Only Chance:

3-year-old fights for her life

Doctors found myeloid leukemia in 3-year-old Brachi and regular treatments failed. Now there's one hope: innovative biological therapy in Michigan that saved adults. But her parents have no resources left for the treatment.

3-year-old fights for her life

12th case:

11-month-old infant dies of measles complications

The Health Ministry announced that an 11-month-old unvaccinated infant with no preexisting conditions passed away from complications of the measles.

11-month-old infant dies of measles complications

Unlikely study buddies in the Knesset

In a special plenum address, MK Tzvi Succot praised the legacy of Rabbi Shneur Zalman and publicly invited Reform MK Gilad Kariv to study Tanya together.

Unlikely study buddies in the Knesset

Green revolution in construction:

New regulation demands installation of solar systems

Ministry of the Interior passes new regulations in construction, requiring public buildings and private homes to install solar panels, and shared buildings to install infrastructure.

New regulation demands installation of solar systems

'Significant shortcomings'

The State Comptroller's warning ahead of elections

The Comptroller cautioned that foreign cyber threats may undermine Israel’s 2026 elections, revealing significant flaws in current state readiness.

The State Comptroller's warning ahead of elections

Roman Zadorov receives state compensation following acquittal

Roman Zadorov, acquitted of the 2006 murder of Tair Rada, receives compensation promised to him as part of the settlement agreement, but at his request, a gag order was issued on the amount.

Roman Zadorov receives state compensation following acquittal

Bereaved father to MKs:

‘Do the right thing, even when it’s hard’

'The world of Torah and the army are one and the same,' says bereaved father Hagai Luber to Knesset committee, urging lawmakers to promote a “real and courageous” draft law.

‘Do the right thing, even when it’s hard’

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

A ceremony was held at Ben Gurion Airport ahead of the repatriation of the body of Sudthisak Rinthalak, who was murdered by Hamas terrorists near Kibbutz Be’eri on October 7th and abducted to the Gaza Strip.

Israel bids farewell to slain Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak

Hanukkah menorah arrives at Western Wall ahead of holiday

This year's candlighting ceremonies will be held under the theme, 'And the redeemed of the Lord shall return and come to Zion with song,' with the participation of captivity survivors.

Hanukkah menorah arrives at Western Wall ahead of holiday

Storm 'Byron' arrives in Israel with heavy rains

Storm 'Byron' hit Israel overnight with intense rainfall, especially in the north, and forecasters warn of 100-200 mm of rain along the coast and lowlands in the coming days.

Storm 'Byron' arrives in Israel with heavy rains

Minister Bezalel Smotrich:

'Ronen Bar endangered democracy'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich launches a fierce attack against former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, following reports that the agency monitored government offices involved in settlement activity.

'Ronen Bar endangered democracy'

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The question which surprised President Herzog

ZOA-Betar leader Ben Kogan says his mic was cut and detectives sent to remove him after urging Herzog to pardon Netanyahu at the AZM conference: “It’s not Bibi who should ask for forgiveness, but the Jewish people.”

The question which surprised President Herzog

Haifa Mayor threatens delivery company over reckless drivers

Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav launched an enforcement drive against Wolt couriers after repeated reports of dangerous driving, warning the company that continued violations may lead to legal steps limiting its operations.

Haifa Mayor threatens delivery company over reckless drivers

President Herzog in NYC:

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

Speaking in New York, President Isaac Herzog urged a united fight against antisemitism, defended Israel’s conduct in war, and warned of growing Iranian aggression.

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

Israel and Bolivia to officially restore diplomatic ties

Foreign Minister Sa'ar to meet with Bolivian counterpart in Washington and sign an agreement to renew relations between the countries, after Bolivia severed ties with Israel in 2023.

Israel and Bolivia to officially restore diplomatic ties

Amid celebrations and unrest

Syria marks one year since Assad’s fall

Syria reflects on a year of celebration and violence as Sharaa urges unity amid ongoing insecurity, minority fears, and competing foreign influences.

Syria marks one year since Assad’s fall

Footage from Bnei Brak:

Car barrels into haredi protester, moderately injuring him

A car ran through a group of haredi extremists who were blocking Route 4. One protester was injured and taken to a nearby hospital.

Car barrels into haredi protester, moderately injuring him

Netanyahu

'Antisemites of the world spread things said in the Knesset'

Prime Minister Netanyahu responded in the Knesset plenary to the opposition's claims during the 40-signature debate, "The Collapse of Israel's International Standing."

'Antisemites of the world spread things said in the Knesset'

'Life-changing':

Shiloh visit leaves deep impact on US Christian delegation

American Christian leaders who visited Shiloh told Arutz Sheva about the spiritual meaning of their visit, the welcome they received, and their commitment to support Israel.

Shiloh visit leaves deep impact on US Christian delegation

Ben Gvir

Arab MKs risk losing 'cultural heroes' with death penalty bill

National Security Minister says at Otzma Yehudit faction meeting that the death penalty for terrorists law would endanger the "cultural heroes" of MKs Tibi, Abbas, and Odeh.

Arab MKs risk losing 'cultural heroes' with death penalty bill

PM Netanyahu:

Israel advancing defense independence, pursuing regional gains

PM Netanyahu tells ambassadors Israel is expanding defense independence, strengthening alliances, and preparing the next stage in Gaza operations.

Israel advancing defense independence, pursuing regional gains

Clan battle breaks out outside Be'er Sheva courthouse

Police say a bloody clash outside the Be’er Sheva courthouse stemmed from a long-running feud between two clans; three men were wounded.

Clan battle breaks out outside Be'er Sheva courthouse

Since 2000:

Plastic waste from Jerusalem’s runoff accumulating in Dead Sea

University of Haifa analysis reveals a sharp rise in plastic accumulation originating from flash floods in Kidron Stream, increasing quantities of microplastic, and waste trapped in sinkholes in Dead Sea area.

Plastic waste from Jerusalem’s runoff  accumulating in Dead Sea

UN Amb. Mike Waltz kicks off diplomatic visit to Israel

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz arrives in Jerusalem for a diplomatic visit, is expected to meet with Israeli officials, discuss challenges facing Israel.

UN Amb. Mike Waltz kicks off diplomatic visit to Israel

Storm Byron nearing Israeli shores

Storm battering Greece and Cyprus nears Israel as forecasters warn of heavy rains and floods through the week's end.

Storm Byron nearing Israeli shores

Diaspora Minister: Quit the nonsense

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli slams former Housing Minister Yitzhak Goldknopf for thwarting bills to help settlements, advancing projects for haredim only.

Diaspora Minister: Quit the nonsense

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Israeli flag flies on roof of UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem

Police raid UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem, which have been inactive since the organization was banned in Israel, and hoist the Israeli flag atop the building.

Israeli flag flies on roof of UNRWA headquarters in Jerusalem

ILA Director-General appointment:

Chikli condemns, Goldknopf responds: 'A disgusting statement'

Minister Amichai Chikli denounces the plan to appoint Yehuda Morgenstern as Deputy Director-General of the Israel Land Authority, prompting MK Yitzhak Goldknopf to lash out in response.

Chikli condemns, Goldknopf responds: 'A disgusting statement'

Education Minister bans lecture by 'Brothers in Arms' activist

Lecture to be given to high schoolers by Lt. Col. (res.) Ron Scherf is canceled following new Education Ministry directive, due to 'Brothers in Arms' efforts to encourage draft refusal.

Education Minister bans lecture by 'Brothers in Arms' activist

New road to bypass Salfit, boosting security for Jews

New road near Ariel will improve security and create more efficient traffic flow in an area traditionally plagued by security risks due to its proximity to the Palestinian Authority Arab community of Salfit.

New road to bypass Salfit, boosting security for Jews

Court removes Shabbat reporting requirement

A military court adjusted the reporting conditions of a local resident under a Judea and Samaria banishment order after his attorney argued that nightly police check-ins, including on Shabbat, forced desecration of the Sabbath.

Court removes Shabbat reporting requirement

In time for Hanukkah:

Section of Hasmonean-period wall unearthed at Tower of David

Hasmonean-period Jerusalem wall was completed, built in the late 2nd century BCE, and later deliberately destroyed, experts say.

Section of Hasmonean-period wall unearthed at Tower of David

Captivity survivor in Italy:

'Islamic Jihad murdered me mentally every single day'

Rom Braslavski, survivor of Hamas captivity, tells a conference of Italy’s ruling party about the October 7 massacre and his trauma in captivity: "I saw young and beautiful women riddled with bullets."

'Islamic Jihad murdered me mentally every single day'

Rabbi Dov Lior: Arab MKs should be deported

Rabbi Dov Lior stresses need for Israel to be run solely by Jews, says 'camel rider' Arab lawmakers should be deported. 'With these savages, there will be no peace.'

Rabbi Dov Lior: Arab MKs should be deported

Givat Ze’ev:

7 security guards arrested on suspicion of smuggling illegals

Cleared for publication: Seven security guards in Givat Ze’ev arrested on suspicion of smuggling illegal aliens in exchange for money. Their detention has been extended, and the investigation continues.

7 security guards arrested on suspicion of smuggling illegals

Ofir Sofer presents: How we will recruit the haredim

Minister Ofir Sofer is unafraid to voice his positions on the Draft Law and proposes practical solutions that, in his view, could bring about the long-awaited change in the stance of the haredi public.

Ofir Sofer presents: How we will recruit the haredim

After car break-in:

Bar Kupershtein’s stolen phone returned

The mobile phone of captivity survivor Bar Kupershtein, stolen overnight from his car, located and returned with the help of a friend using a tracking app.

Bar Kupershtein’s stolen phone returned

MK visits hilltop community - to discover surprise evacuation

MK Limor Son Har-Melech visits Mevaser Shalom, offering encouragement to the families whose homes were demolished, and comes face-to-face with demolition preparations at the Gur Aryeh community in the Binyamin Region.

MK visits hilltop community - to discover surprise evacuation

Belz hasid travels for granddaughter's wedding and passes away

Rabbi Benzion Rabinowitz, a key figure in the Belz hasidic community, passes away while in the US for his granddaughter's wedding.

Belz hasid travels for granddaughter's wedding and passes away

Kibbutz Be'eri members vote:

Houses damaged in Oct. 7 massacre to be demolished - except for 1

In controversial vote, Kibbutz Be'eri members decide to demolish most of the homes damaged in the October 7 massacre. 'Be'eri is not responsible for Israel's national memory; we want to create revival and life.'

Houses damaged in Oct. 7 massacre to be demolished - except for 1

1000 leaders in Shiloh

'Israel is the firewall between radical Islam and America'

Over 1,000 US Christian leaders visited ancient Shiloh, where Mike Evans and Eliana Passentin speak with Arutz Sheva about their mission’s significance in Judea and Samaria.

'Israel is the firewall between radical Islam and America'

33-year-old reservist found dead

Nehorai Barazani, a 33-year-old IDF combat reservist who suffered from PTSD, was found dead at home. His family stresses that the cause of death was heart failure, not suicide.

33-year-old reservist found dead

Miss Israel 2013 says Challah ritual inspired her to keep Shabbat

Miss Israel Titi Aynaw marked a Challah-separating ceremony with Rabbanit Yocheved Levin ahead of her expected delivery, saying the emotional evening led her to keep Shabbat for the first time.

Miss Israel 2013 says Challah ritual inspired her to keep Shabbat

Report:

White House seeking breakthrough on Israel-Egypt gas agreement

Washington seeks to advance regional diplomacy by urging progress on a major Israel-Egypt gas deal as a prerequisite for a potential leaders' summit.

White House seeking breakthrough on Israel-Egypt gas agreement

ICUs overloaded

Infants on ventilators, ECMO as flu and measles hit hard

Hadassah and Rambam medical centers report an unusual overload in pediatric ICUs as influenza and measles surge, with several infants in critical condition requiring ventilators and ECMO support.

Infants on ventilators, ECMO as flu and measles hit hard

'I'm coming, thief!'

Captivity survivor's car broken into overnight

Ex-hostage Bar Kupershtein shared that his car had been broken into and his phone stolen, but noted that he was looking at the positive side.

Captivity survivor's car broken into overnight

Rain expected throughout week, especially intense on Wednesday

From Wednesday to Friday, heavy rains of between 100 and 200 mm are expected in the lowlands, causing flooding. Snow will fall in the higher areas of Mount Hermon.

Rain expected throughout week, especially intense on Wednesday

Cyprus and Israel:

Medical cooperation gives Linoy a new lease on life

After complex international cooperation resulted in an urgent liver transplant for 32-year-old Linoy Amsalem, who suffered from advanced cirrhosis, she hopes to fulfill her dream of becoming a mother.

Medical cooperation gives Linoy a new lease on life

Gallant attacks:

The Likud has never been in such an un-Zionist position.

Former Defense Minister Yoav Galant says that Prime Minister Netanyahu's request for a pardon from the president is unnecessary and the lawsuit should be litigated in court.

The Likud has never been in such an un-Zionist position.

Netanyahu’s testimony tomorrow canceled

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not testify tomorrow (Monday) in his trial after presenting the need to attend a diplomatic meeting, followed by a mandatory Knesset session

Netanyahu’s testimony tomorrow canceled

After yeshiva student arrested:

Peleg Yerushalmi threatens to block roads

Sources in the Peleg Yerushalmi sect announce that they intend to hold demonstrations and block roads in protest of the arrest of an 18-year-old yeshiva student on Friday.

Peleg Yerushalmi threatens to block roads