Israeli News (Page 90)


On eve of Rosh Hashanah:

Over 50,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel since October 7

The Jewish Agency has channeled tens of millions of dollars toward Israel’s recovery, supporting over 22,000 victims of terror and war, and assisting 15,000 business owners.

Over 50,000 new immigrants have arrived in Israel since October 7

Netanyahu's Rosh Hashanah message:

'Israel will always be your home'

In his Rosh Hashanah address, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns rising antisemitism, reaffirms Israel’s commitment to Jewish communities worldwide.

'Israel will always be your home'

Unvaccinated toddler dies of measles in Jerusalem

Health Ministry reports third measles death since the start of the outbreak, signaling that between 3,000 and 4,000 people have been infected with the virus.

Unvaccinated toddler dies of measles in Jerusalem

At the Western Wall:

Over 50,000 attend Selichot and Zohar completion ceremony

Tens of thousands of people attend historic Selichot gathering at the Western Wall, led by Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto.

Over 50,000 attend Selichot and Zohar completion ceremony

Heat wave to break, light rains predicted

Rosh Hashanah to begin hot and dry, with weather cooling as the holiday continues.

Heat wave to break, light rains predicted

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50,000 participate in Selichot prayers at Western Wall

The Selichot prayers were dedicated for the return of the hostages and for the safety of IDF soldiers. In a special gesture, President of Argentina participated via video conference.

50,000 participate in Selichot prayers at Western Wall

Another suspect arrested in arson near Prime Minister’s residence

Police detectives arrest seventh suspect involved in setting fire to trash bins and a vehicle in the Rehavia neighborhood a few weeks ago, near the Prime Minister’s official residence.

Another suspect arrested in arson near Prime Minister’s residence

New Jewish community in response to 'Palestine' recognition

In light of the recent recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain and other countries, the head of the Karnei Shomron Council announces the establishment of a new Jewish community.

New Jewish community in response to 'Palestine' recognition

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

The Harchivi Makom Ohalayich association has completed the purchase of a house in Hebron and has brought a Jewish family to take up residence in it.

Home in Hebron returned to Jewish ownership

Despite pressure on the right

Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Israel is weighing partial sovereignty in Judea and Samaria after UK, Australia, and Canada recognized a Palestinian state; Netanyahu to consult President Donald Trump.

Netanyahu considering enacting only partial sovereignty

Netanyahu responds:

There will be no Palestinian state, we will respond soon

PM Netanyahu blasted the UK, Australia, and Canada for recognizing a Palestinian state, vowing it 'will not be created west of the Jordan' and pledging to strengthen Judea and Samaria.

There will be no Palestinian state, we will respond soon

'G-d always loves me'

Lyrics of faith top Israel’s 5785 song chart

Sasson Shaulov’s rendition of ElaytZur’s ‘Tamid Ohev Oti,’ with its chorus declaring ‘The blessed G-d always loves me,’ was voted Israel’s 5785 Song of the Year.

Lyrics of faith top Israel’s 5785 song chart

Jerusalem Warns:

Palestinian recognition fuels Hamas, blocks peace

Israel's Foreign Ministry sharply rejected the recognition of a Palestinian state by the UK, Canada, and Australia, calling it a destabilizing move that rewards Hamas.

Palestinian recognition fuels Hamas, blocks peace

Israel Responds:

'There is neither a Palestinian state nor people'

Israeli ministers delivered scathing rebuttals to the announcements by Britain, Canada, and Australia that they now recognize a Palestinian state.

'There is neither a Palestinian state nor people'

Bennett promises elections will remain on schedule

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett stated today that there are elements in the Knesset working to postpone Israel's upcoming elections, potentially indefinitely.

Bennett promises elections will remain on schedule

Ahead of holidays:

Activists urge release of jailed haredi draft dodgers

Approximately 100 haredi men are detained by Israel’s military police as they attempt to leave for the Jewish holidays. Activists urge their release before Rosh Hashana to avoid alienating the community.

Activists urge release of jailed haredi draft dodgers

Israel Bar Association:

Lawyer who supported 10/7 massacre permanently disbarred

Mohammad Alian, father of terrorist who murdered three in Jerusalem, permanently disbarred from Israel Bar Association for supporting October 7th massacre.

Lawyer who supported 10/7 massacre permanently disbarred

Daughter of former hostage:

'It was difficult, but I coped really well'

Bar, daughter of Sagui Dekel-Chen, and Lia, cousin of Emily Damari, talk to Avri Gilad about their personal struggles.

'It was difficult, but I coped really well'

Liberman

'No place for haredi parties in next government'

Yisrael Beytenu chairman announces his refusal to participate in a future government that would include representatives of haredi or Arab parties over their 'anti-Zionism.'

'No place for haredi parties in next government'

Rabbi Doron Perez:

'One can live with a broken heart and a full heart'

Rabbi Doron Perez, father of Daniel, who was kidnapped and murdered on October 7, speaks about the last Tishrei holidays with his son, and the pain, while also giving a message of hope.

'One can live with a broken heart and a full heart'

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MK Eli Dallal knocked down during Likud toast event in Kfar Saba

Likud MK Eli Dallal attacked during anti-government protest at party event in Kfar Saba. "I felt like I was being lynched."

MK Eli Dallal knocked down during Likud toast event in Kfar Saba

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Thousands pray for the hostages at the Western Wall

Thousands gather at the Western Wall for Selichot service, praying for the safe return of hostages and offering support to their families and to captivity survivors.

Thousands pray for the hostages at the Western Wall

Opposition leaders:

We expect Benny Gantz, Naftali Bennett, to join us

At a meeting comprised of opposition party leaders, plans are made to create permanent forum, plan for next government.

We expect Benny Gantz, Naftali Bennett, to join us

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Selichot Prayers at Hostages Square

Selichot event held at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, attended by Rabbi Itamar Eldar, hostages' relatives, Menachem Kalmanson, Rabbanit Esti Rosenberg, and students from yeshivas and seminaries. Watch.

Selichot Prayers at Hostages Square

4 Days Before Rosh Hashanah

Rabbi Zamir Cohen's rare blessing

Rabbi Zamir Cohen in a rare blessing for those who offer support for families needing help.

Rabbi Zamir Cohen's rare blessing

Emily Damari reveals:

Hamas leader willing to be exiled as part of deal

Former hostage Emily Damari tells Mosab Hassan Yousef: 'Hamas leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad told us he is willing to leave leadership, leave Gaza, in exchange for safe passage.' Watch.

Hamas leader willing to be exiled as part of deal

Beitar Illit Rabbis ban spa advertisements

Beitar Illit Rabbis have prohibited the publication of spa site advertisements in local newspapers due to allegations of impropriety in some such establishments.

Beitar Illit Rabbis ban spa advertisements

Despite cuts:

Daycare subsidies to be available for working haredim

Labor Ministry publishes criteria for daycare subsidy eligibility, allowing haredi families to receive subsidies even if the father is eligible for enlistment in the IDF.

Daycare subsidies to be available for working haredim

Back to the front lines

Captivity survivor Edan Alexander: I am rejoining the IDF

Former hostage Edan Alexander gives his first public remarks. He thanks his supporters, calls for the release of remaining hostages, and announces his plan to rejoin the IDF.

Captivity survivor Edan Alexander: I am rejoining the IDF

Road rage:

Aerial chase after driver who was driving 233 km/h

The air unit helicopter pilot described the driver, who was traveling at 233 km/h, as a "killer on the road." The vehicle was seized, and the driver's license revoked.

Aerial chase after driver who was driving 233 km/h

Shouting match erupts in heated Cabinet meeting

Late-night Diplomatic-Security Cabinet meeting erupts into confrontation over Red Cross visits for jailed terrorists, as PM Netanyahu accuses Ben Gvir of leaking, and Hanegbi and Ben Gvir exchange barbs.

Shouting match erupts in heated Cabinet meeting

Netanyahu to combat soldier: 'You prevented a greater disaster'

PM Netanyahu met Sergeant S. of the haredi Hasmonean Brigade who acted heroically during the terrorist attack at Ramot Junction in Jerusalem, 'You saved many people and prevented a greater disaster.'

Netanyahu to combat soldier: 'You prevented a greater disaster'

Ofir and son Nitzan, murdered on Oct. 7, laid to rest in Kfar Aza

Nearly two years after the massacre, the late Sha'ar Hanegev Regional Council chief Ofir Libstein and son Nitzan are laid to rest in Kibbutz Kfar Aza.

Ofir and son Nitzan, murdered on Oct. 7, laid to rest in Kfar Aza

Poll: Coalition falls to 49 seats, giving majority to opposition

New Maariv poll predicts Netanyahu bloc falling to 49 seats, opposition led by Bennett and Eisenkot reaching 61.

Poll: Coalition falls to 49 seats, giving majority to opposition

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Over 50,000 attend Selichot prayers at the Western Wall

Over 50,000 attend Selichot prayers at the Western Wall, including Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger and relatives of murdered hostage Almog Sarusi.

Over 50,000 attend Selichot prayers at the Western Wall

Gantz accuses opposition leaders of forgetting their public role

Blue and White party chairman calls for Netanyahu not to be disqualified and criticizes his opposition partners who, in his opinion, are not willing to do everything it takes to bring about the return of hostages

Gantz accuses opposition leaders of forgetting their public role

District court overturns magistrate again; Urich barred from PMO

A month after overturning a similar lower court ruling, the Lod-Central District Court again ruled that Jonatan Urich will not be allowed to resume his work at the Prime Minister's Office, overturning a magistrate's court decision.

District court overturns magistrate again; Urich barred from PMO

Despite war:

Israelis donated 432 million shekels this year

In 5785, Israel raised 432M shekels for public institutions and nonprofits, a 15.5% increase from last year, with Chabad Yeshiva leading the top campaign.

Israelis donated 432 million shekels this year

Haredi protesters block entrance to Jerusalem, train damaged

Protesters from the 'Jerusalem action' blocked the entrance to Jerusalem in protest of the arrest of a haredi draft dodger.

Haredi protesters block entrance to Jerusalem, train damaged

Herzog on border crossing attack:

Terrorists want to derail our relations with Jordan

During a meeting with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka of Fiji, the President spoke of the breaking news of the attack on Israelis at the Allenby Crossing.

Terrorists want to derail our relations with Jordan

Green guenon monkey seized in Nehora

Southern District Border Police find green guenon tied illegally in a private home, marking 58th such incident since March.

Green guenon monkey seized in Nehora

ISA director appointment delayed by bar mitzvah

The Grunis committee will finish the interviews only next Sunday due to a family event of one of its members. The committee's recommendation is expected after the High Holidays.

ISA director appointment delayed by bar mitzvah

The Marker list:

Netanyahu, Smotrich named among most influential people in 2025

The Marker published a list of the most influential people in 2025, with Prime Minister Netanyahu in third and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in fourth.

Netanyahu, Smotrich named among most influential people in 2025

Over 1,000 housing units approved in Judea and Samaria

Hundreds of housing units and a new industrial zone in settlements were approved, and the Supreme Planning Council has advanced over 25,000 units since the start of the year.

Over 1,000 housing units approved in Judea and Samaria

Over 70 haredi draft dodgers arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport

Last night, dozens of haredi draft dodgers were arrested attempting to travel abroad for the High Holidays.

Over 70 haredi draft dodgers arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport

Emergency services salute son of fallen officer

Samaria emergency services held a special tribute this week for Naveh Winklestein, the son of police officer Elad, who was murdered in a shooting attack.

Emergency services salute son of fallen officer

Hukok ruins:

Archaeologists discover 22 ancient coins from last Roman revolt

Rare hoard of coins from the days of the last Jewish rebellion under Roman rule discovered in a hidden system in the Galilee.

Archaeologists discover 22 ancient coins from last Roman revolt

Rabbi Pinto meets wounded soldiers, bursts into tears

Rabbi Yoshiyahu Pinto bursts into tears before wounded soldiers. 'Ashamed to look at your faces.'

Rabbi Pinto meets wounded soldiers, bursts into tears

Three shot dead in southern Israel Bedouin community

Three brothers in their 20s shot dead near Segev Shalom in southern Israel; initial investigations indicate murders were criminal in nature.

Three shot dead in southern Israel Bedouin community

May Golan affair:

Complications in negotiations for state's witness deal

Police announce the recruitment of a state’s witness in the investigation involving Social Equality Minister May Golan. Another potential witness backed out at the last moment.

Complications in negotiations for state's witness deal

Two soldiers injured

Violent protest: Haredim riot, free detained draft dodger

Dozens of haredim protest outside Prison 10, block a van carrying detained draft dodgers, and manage to free one of them despite a heavy police presence. Two soldiers lightly injured.

Violent protest: Haredim riot, free detained draft dodger

Amb. Tzipi Hotovely concludes post in UK, returns to Israel

After five years as Israel's envoy in London, Hotovely departs as Tzachi Braverman prepares to assume the post amid a broader diplomatic transition.

Amb. Tzipi Hotovely concludes post in UK, returns to Israel

Religious Zionist party cancels party primaries

Temporary provision to pass responsibility for choosing candidates to 150-member forum instead of party-wide elections. Smotrich to remain chairman, guaranteed spots on list.

Religious Zionist party cancels party primaries

Harsh report

Sde Teiman video leak served the enemy

The Diaspora Ministry harshly criticized the State Attorney's Office following its response to the Sde Teiman affair. Minister Chikli said that the leak sparked a wave of global antisemitism and put IDF soldiers at risk of legal and physical persecution.

Sde Teiman video leak served the enemy

Ambassador Huckabee receives honorary Samaria citizenship

US Ambassador honored by Samaria Governor Yossi Dagan who highlighted strategic and biblical importance of Judea and Samaria.

Ambassador Huckabee receives honorary Samaria citizenship

Netanyahu hails Fiji PM: 'You were a soldier of peace'

At the embassy opening in Jerusalem, Netanyahu lauds Fiji’s values and support, telling Prime Minister Rabuka: 'Welcome to our house... the house of the people of Fiji.'

Netanyahu hails Fiji PM: 'You were a soldier of peace'