Israel Police

Netanyahu Thanks Police for Foiling 'Flytilla'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu thanks the officers and commanders of the Israel Police for successfully foiling the ‘flytilla’.

Video Debunks Beitar Lynching Charge

Police say security tapes from the Malha Mall vindicates their actions and proves Beitar fans did not try to lynch three Arab cleaners

Security Chiefs 'Hands On' for Land Day

Israel's top military and police commanders personally visited potential hot spots where violence may erupt on Land Day.

Photos: Police Quell Muslim Riot on Temple Mount

Dozens of Israeli riot police were forced to storm the Temple Mount after 'more than 100' Arabs began hurling rocks at them.

Police Arrest 7 Arabs Over Temple Mount Confrontations

Police arrested 7 Arabs who initiated a confrontation with Jewish visitors to the Temple Mount and 3 others they say planned violence.

Muslims Stone Police on Temple Mount

For the second time this week, Muslims stoned Israeli police who were escorting Jewish and Christian pilgrims on the Temple Mount.

Police Arrest 2 During Mizpe Avichai 'Rebuilding'

250 activists attempted to rebuild the demolished community of Mitzpe Avichai to show 'displacement' is not an option.

Police Brutality in Givat Assaf Study Hall

Residents in Givat Assaf charge police and border guards with a shocking display of brutality during an arrest in the local study hall

Overkill Charged in Kfar Tapuach Arrests

Police arrested two young women, 20,from Kfar Tapuach for suspected vandalsim in what friends and neighbors call 'harassment'

Arabs Clash With Police in Isawiya

Israeli police arrested an Isawiya resident for hurling stones at Israeli cars, which led to a riot and violent clashes.

Officials Admit Extrajudicial Policy in Judea, Samaria

Justice officials admit they have systemically targeted nationalists with administrative orders when evidence is absent.

Minister Demands Eviction Procedures Be Regulated

Minister Zevulun Orlev demanded security officials implement procedures for evictions that minimize the risk to children.

Bringing Together Religious Youths, Police

Israel Police hold "ice breaker" event at the Sha'alvim hesder yeshiva, in order to build confidence between police and religious public.

Comptroller: A-G, Police Closing Cases Without Cause

State Comptroller Micha Lindenstrauss charges that police and prosecutors are closing cases "for no good reason."

Judge Rejects Remand for 'Price Tag Girls'

Seven girls accused of conducting 'price tag operations' released into house arrest over police objections, claims of 'security risks.'

Hamas Cell Arrested, Indicted in Jerusalem

A Hamas fund raising and money laundering cell was recently arrested by Israel's security services and indicted in a Jerusalem court.

Police Raid Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva

Police raid Od Yosef Chai yehsiva in Yitzar looking for an unidentified person of interest, use pepper spray in the process.

Police: Tombstone Desecration Hooligans, not 'Price Tag'

Police say investigators suspect the Yafo graveyard desecration was the work of soccer hooligans, not nationalist activists.

Palmers Not Recognized as Terror Victims

Despite a police admission that Asher and Yehonatan Palmer were murdered by terrorists, their family remains without the usual support.

Israel Police Chief: 'Car Accident' Was Terror Attack

A tragic car crash that killed a young man and his baby son near Hevron was caused by terrorist rock attack, Israel Police chief confirms.

Police Inscribe Letter in Masada Torah at Dawn

Senior police officials quietly went at dawn to the ancient fortress of Masada to attend a graduation and inscribe a letter in a new Torah scroll.

'Avenging Officer' Shot; MK Blames Police

A former police officer who attempted a revenge attack on a criminal kingpin is shot. MK Bibi: Police have failed.

Danino Talks Tough After Lior Protests

Police commissioner Yochanan Danino warned against protests if Rabbi Yaakov Yosef is arrested; criticized protests over Rabbi Lior's arrest.

Police Training to Stop Mass Invasion of Arab Protesters

Police are conducting a large-scale training exercise in preparation for a possible massive Arab invasion from Judea and Samaria in September.

Second Temple Mount Rock Attack

Just two days after Israel Police stormed the Temple Mount to stop rocks from being thrown down on Jewish worshipers, a second attack has occurred.

Police Storm Temple Mount After Stones Thrown

Muslim youths hurl stones at Rambam Gate adjacent to Western Wall on Friday; officers disperse rioters, arrest three.

Almagor Slams ACRI Criticism of Police

The Almagor Terror Victims Association slammed a report by ACRI, which attacks police for taking measures against Arab rioters and stone throwers.

Expert: Israeli Police 'Hand-Cuffed' In Face of Riots

Dr. David Bukai concerned over the Arab 'show of force' expected on 'Nakba' days, especially from Israeli Arabs; police 'hand-cuffed' he says.

Religious Police Academy Moving Forward

Israel's first religious police academy, geared to the religious-Zionist sector, is close to opening its doors.

Anger in Knesset as Police Backtrack

MKs were irate Sunday when they found that a police officer who “didn't remember” events at Gilad Farm had signed off on an investigation.

Schneller Joins Outrage over Ronsky Raid, Police Lies

MK Otniel Schneller joins in the outrage over a police raid in Itamar and says police “are not telling the truth – and not for the first time.”

One Step Closer: Law Requiring Police to Wear ID Tags

After Gilad Farm violence: Cabinet Committee for Legislation approves a proposal to require police officers to wear ID tags at demonstrations.

Israel Police Bust Major Extortion Syndicate

Israel Police in Tel Aviv have busted "one of the largest and most violent" organized crime groups exposed to date.

Major Police Crackdown on Illegal Arab Weapons

Police confiscate illegal weapons and conduct arrests in nine Israeli Arab cities, ending a major undercover investigation.

Prominent Samaria Rabbis Refuse Police Summons Without Cause

Prominent Samaria rabbis refuse to show for questioning after police use 'scare tactics' and do not provide reason for summons.

Probes Delay Naming of Top Cop

Minister of Public Security announces he is putting off naming of next Police Commissioner for a few more days.

Police Repeat Post-Midnight Raid of Yitzhar

For the second time in a week, police officers raided the Jewish community of Yitzhar in Samaria in the middle of the night and left empty-handed.

Police Raid Yeshiva in Middle of Night

Police raided a yeshiva and learned they could not find anything illegal or criminal. They went outside and started handing out traffic tickets.

Large Police Exercise in Jerusalem Area Tuesday

Thousands of police, Border Police, special forces, rescue workers and IDF soldiers to participate.

Cop Stops Moving Car to Save Driver; Soldier Saves Boy

Courageous policeman jumps into moving car whose driver had fainted – saving his life briefly. Elsewhere, soldier's blood saves boy's life.

'The Face' of Israel: 14 Police Officers to Haiti to Save Lives

Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon to Israeli police officers being sent to Haiti: "You are the answer to the attempts to delegitimize Israel."

Proposed: Police Must Apologize for False Arrests

MK Nissim Ze’ev (Shas) proposes legislation to require the police to apologize when a criminal file is closed due to lack of guilt.

Israel Police, FBI Coordinate on Terror

Israel Police chief, FBI director meet to discuss cooperation on fighting international crime, terrorism.

Police Shut Down PA 'Factory' for Stolen Cars

Police have raided an Arab laboratory near Hevron used to forge license plates and documents, allowing for the re-use of stolen Israeli cars.

Carjackings Spread to Galilee

'Ofer' warns Israeli drivers about dangers of carjacking following an attack on his parents. Almost-victims demand police action.

Police Lied and Slandered, Will Pay Shomron Residents

Jerusalem Court rules that a policeman lied in official reports and another one slandered Yitzhar residents. Police must pay them 50,000 shekels.

Goldstein's Grave Sealed Off for Purim

Police have sealed off the grave of Baruch Goldstein in Kiryat Arba. "Adloyada" Purim parade will take place there Sunday morning as planned.

Aharonovich on Hevron: We're Not Frightened by Threats

In first-ever press conference with Arab media, Aharonovich says Israel 'is not afraid of anything,' speaks of efforts to recruit Arab cops.

Anti-Semitic Blood Libel Aimed at IDF in Haiti

As the world praises Israel’s massive aid to earthquake victims in Port-au-Prince, a US anti-Semite in Seattle renews the blood libel against Jews.

Police to Battle Illegal Weapons at Arab Weddings

Police launch heightened enforcement operation against illegal weapons, firing of guns in Arab weddings, in northern and central Israel.

Midnight Trauma: Police Expel ‘Settlers,’ Wreck Home Second Time

Police, for the second time, expelled a Jewish family at Negohot and wrecked their home. Government-subsidized bus service has been cut.

Freeze Protesters' Mom Sues Newspaper for 'Distorted' Caption

The front page of Maariv accused a woman of assaulting a policeman – and the newspaper now is being sued for 50,000 shekels and an apology.

Police Can’t Back Up 2008 'Peace House' Libel against Jews

2008: Police charged Jews with acid attack durng Peace House expulsion. 2009: No evidence and no charges filed. Another libel?

Bride, Father Arrested for Crime of Moving Lips on Temple Mount

A Jewish bride and her father were arrested on the Temple Mount, after an Arab cop claimed he saw the father muttering prayers.

Wrong-Way Non-Jewish Police Driver Sparks Outpost Disturbance

A non-Jewish policeman broke the law, drove the wrong way on a one-way street at Gilad Farm, and prompted another dispute with “illegal” families.

Police Fear Temple Mount Riots over Jewish Plans to Visit

Police, fearing riots, will deploy a large force in the Temple Mount area Sunday after Islamic Movement called on Arabs to 'defend' the holy site.

Temple Mount Tensions Rise; Fatah, Hamas Call Muslims to Act

Tensions remain high in Jerusalem as Fatah, Hamas and the Islamic Movement call on Muslims to 'Defend al-Aksa.' Thousands of police prepare.

Who Burned Down Outpost Building – Arabs or Jews?

Police and Jews agree an outpost building was torched Tuesday. Jews say Border Policeman “accidentally” torched it. "Police are investigating."

One Hundred Arabs Stone Police in Jerusalem

One hundred rioting Arabs stoned Border Police officers in a Jewish neighborhood in eastern Jerusalem. PA charges Israel with “sparking a fire.”

Activist: Police Complicit in Temple Mount Discrimination

Activist Yehuda Glick charges police with discriminating against Jews, supporting Muslim efforts to keep Jews off of Temple Mount.