Inside Israel

Rabbis' Historic 'Tour of Communities' Reenactment Next Week

The original 'Tour of the Communities' (Moshavot) was held by the Land of Israel's top rabbis – led by Rabbis Kook and Sonnenfeld – in 1913.

Friends of Cyclist Detained by Egypt: 'What's Going On?'

Friends and neighbors of an Israeli cyclist arrested for crossing the Egyptian border are planning a protest. Another Israeli detained.

Hamas Posts Shocking Shalit Psychological Warfare Video

The Hamas terrorist organization posted a shocking video about kidnapped IDF soldier Gilad Shalit, clearly designed to wage psychological warfare.

Nationalist Protesters: Netanyahu Is Not Mitchell’s Clerk

Nationalist activists Marzel and Ben-Gvir proclaim, “We have sovereignty over Jerusalem. Bibi should understand he is not Mitchell’s clerk.”

India's Bnei Menashe mark Yom Haatzmaut

Hundreds of Bnei Menashe in northeastern India gathered together earlier this week for communal celebrations of Yom Haatzmaut (Independence Day).

PA Thief Steals Car, Child

A PA thief stole a car in Jerusalem as a three-year-old sat in the backseat. The child was later found unharmed.

Samaria Wines Win Big; Victor Credits Shemittah Year

Wineries in Judea and Samaria win a total of seven awards. One winner credits observance of sabbatical year.

The Giant Moshava Campers' Reunion on Independence Day

On Independence Day a reunion was held for Bnei Akiva graduates of the movement's Moshava camps in North America throughout the years. Enjoy.

Religious Zionist Parties Moving Closer? MK Orbach Tours Beit El

Jewish Home MK was the guest of NU head Ketzaleh, as the two religious Zionist factions seek elusive unification.

Israel Not Alone – Princeton University Limits iPads

Israel-bashers had a field day panning Israel’s ban on imported IPads. Now, Princeton Univ. says the gadget can interfere with others' services.

New and Improved Jaffa Gate Re-Dedicated

The large black curtain covering the famed Jaffa Gate of the Old City of Jerusalem was removed today at official Jaffa Gate Rededication Ceremony.

Video: Protest as Barak Hosts Thousands

DM Barak held his annual Independence Day get-together for thousands; others protested the intention to destroy two Jewish Samaria neighborhoods.

The Week's Assistance to Gaza 21.04.10

More than 17,000 tons of humanitarian aid were delivered to Gaza from Israel last week through the various crossings.

Heads of State Wish Israel Happy Birthday

Letters arrived from US President, Queen of Britain, President of Turkey, and President of Egypt, among others.

Chief of Staff: No Nation has Soldiers Like These

Lt.-Gen. Ashkenazi tells IDF's top soldiers that if war breaks out, he has confidence that they will defeat Israel's enemies.

IDF Considers Adding Higher Education Program

Israel's soldiers may be discharged with more than a new rank to show for the experience: the IDF may be granting credits for a Bachelors Degree.

Rabbi Feurstein: Independence Day - a Religious Holiday

Rabbi Rafi Feurstein, Chairman of Tzohar Rabbis speaks about the religious meaning and value of Israel's Independence Day

Bnei Akiva Kids from Abroad Connect to Yom Ha'Atzmaut

The days of remembrance and independence are days used by the Bnei Akiva youth group to strengthen their Zionist education. Watch two videos.

Happy Birthday to You, Israel 62

Israel’s 62nd birthday began at Mount Herzl ceremony with clear message: Jerusalem is united. (Links to videos on Israel at article end)

El Al Brings Stranded Israelis Back Home

Israelis drove overland for nearly 24 hours to reach Rome, where El Al jets brought them back home just in time to celebrate Independence Day.

Learning the Lessons Behind the Military Graves

In addition to paying respects to fallen soldiers, many come to military cemeteries Monday to hear the stories of the heroes and be inspired.

Israeli-Arab Vandals Scrawl PA Flags on Synagogue Wall

Israeli-Arabs scrawled swastikas and pictures of Palestinian Authority flag on the walls of a synagogue and home near Tel Aviv.

Bereaved Father on Video: No Regrets About Aliyah

Rabbi Stewart Weiss, father of slain IDF Staff-Sgt. Ari Weiss who was killed in 2002, is hosted on a special Memorial Day edition of TNL

Top Science Students Awarded

Twelve of Israel's top doctoral students in the sciences will be given the prestigious Adams Award for their work.

Rothschilds Donate New National Library

Rothschilds meet Prime Minister, pledge $150 million for new national library.

IDF Closure in Judea and Samaria Through Independence Day

Closure will be lifted on Tuesday at 23:59, in accordance with security assessments.

Netanyahu on Remembrance Day: Peace Requires Strong Defense

PM Netanyahu honors fallen soldiers, says peace will come “only if we are prepared to defend our country.”

Rock Attacks Against Motorists, Synagogue Desecrated

PA Arabs attack motorists in Judea and Samaria, Arabs in Yafo desecrate synagogue.

59 Incoming Flights, 60 Departures Canceled Sunday

Two flights to Barcelona had to turn back in mid-air but flights to Rome, Madrid and Athens continued.

PA Destroys 7 Tons of Yesha Watermelons

The PA smashes 7.5 tons of watermelons and will put merchants on trial for doing business with Jews in Judea and Samaria. Fayyad's goal: Jerusalem.

Today is Remembrance Day

Israel and Jews world over memorialize the immeasurable loss of 22,682 fallen soldiers and over 2000 terror victims.

Large Weapons Cache Uncovered in Galilee Village

A large weapons cache was found Sunday in the upper Galilee by police. Three suspects were arrested, including a non-Jewish soldier.

Good Will Abounds on Independence Day

Independence Day events: Independence Hall, IDF bases and other places will be open free of charge, and IDF will hold naval and air shows.

NY Times Calls Neighborhood in Jerusalem 'West Bank Settlement'

“All the news that’s fit to print” is the NY Times motto, but its agenda was revealed when it called a Jerusalem neighborhood a “settlement.”

MKs to Barak on Heroes’ Homes: 'You're Evading Responsibility'

MKs say DM Barak, who asked High Court to postpone decision on razing homes, is evading the real solution: his authorization of the neighborhoods.

NYT Journalist: Israelis dislike Obama due to Racism

Online reports reveal virulently anti-Israel views held by staff at the New Israel Fund and the New York Times. Activism can help.

Elie Wiesel: Jerusalem is Above Politics

"When a Jew visits Jerusalem for the first time, ...it is a homecoming," says renowned author and activist Elie Wiesel in ads in USA papers.

International Virtual Math Olympics

The Ariel University Center recently hosted the online Math Olympics, a competition including groups from Israel and around the world.

PA Activist Calls Ed Koch a ‘Zionist Racist and Depraved Liar’

A PA activist has labeled former New York City Mayor Ed Koch a "Zionist racist” and “depraved liar” who has "one foot in the grave."

Study Links Rocket Attacks with Trauma

A study conducted in Israel links rocket attacks to depression, post-traumatic stress. Warning systems found to reduce trauma.

Video: Arabs Protest in Jerusalem, Dress Child in Hamas Garb

Dozens of Arabs took to the streets of Jerusalem Thursday to protest the presence of Jews. This time they dressed up a child in Hamas headwear.

Tuesday Night Live to Feature Memorial Day Special on Sunday

Tuesday Night Live in Jerusalem will hold a Memorial Day special featuring Israeli war hero General Doron Almog of the Entebbe operation.

Paris Honors Ben-Gurion, Mayor Praises Israel

President Peres and Paris Mayor Delanoe dedicated the new Ben Gurion Promenade in Paris, on the banks of the Seine, near the Eiffel Tower.

Israel Returns Lebanese Drug Dealer

Israel has sent home a Lebanese national suspected of dealing drugs on behalf of the Hizbullah terrorist organization.

“Supreme Angels” National Police Exercise

Israel Police will conduct a wide-scale national exercise, together with all of the country’s security and emergency forces.

AACI – Blending into Israeli Society while Staying Anglo

A visit to the new AACI center, where North Americans meet to better acclimate to Israeli society while spending time with "people like them."

Lt.-Gen. Ashkenazi: the Bible is the IDF's Guide

Chief of Staff says the IDF 'sees the Bible as a guide in the deep and practical sense of the word,' in meeting with Bible Quiz contestants.

High Court Prevents Spy's Arrest

Despite severity of charges, High Court keeps accused spy under house arrest but orders that she be supervised by her family 24 hours a day.

Supreme Court Overrides Security Agency

Israel allows Israeli-Arab to enter Lebanon to receive prize, but it's not clear if Lebanon will let him in.

Israeli Officials Pay Condolences to Polish People

Israeli dignitaries converged on the Begin Center in Jerusalem to pay their last respects to President Lech Kaczynski.

Israeli Couple Wins Biggest-Ever Lottery – Four Months Later

A young, unidentified couple checked their old lottery tickets to discover they had won it big –the biggest, in fact.

PA Poll: Majority Oppose 'Proximity Talks', Support Fayyad

The majority of PA Arabs in a recent survey opposed “proximity talks” with Israel, and supported a unilateral declaration of a new country in 2011.

Human Rights Groups Oppose New IDF Rules that Favor Arabs

The IDF will allow Gaza “infiltrators” staying in Judea and Samaria more time to appeal orders to return home. Human right groups object.

Dir Yassin: Saga of Self-Damaging Propaganda

Propaganda espoused by the Hagana in 1948 to malign the Etzel and Lehi is now a central theme in the anti-Zionist narrative. The date: April 1948.

35 MKs to PM: Save HaYovel and Haresha Neighborhoods

Nearly three dozen MKs, including Deputy Ministers, demand that Netanyahu prevent the razing of two Jewish neighborhoods.

Israeli Leaders Remember Shoah

Senior Israeli politicians, military men, rabbis remember the Shoah on Holocaust Memorial Day.

Scotland: Targeting Israelis for Protest is not Anti-Semitic

Scottish sheriff finds that targeting Israeli citizens for protest is not anti-Semitic or illegal.

Stories of Six Survivors who Lit Memorial Flames

The stories of the six Holocaust survivors who lit flames in memory of the victims on Sunday night. Memorial siren in Israel at 10 a.m.

Jewish-Arab Cooperation in Hevron Cleanup

In City of Patriarchs, descendants of Yitzhak (Isaac) and Ishmael help each other spruce up Biblical-era remains.

Arab Forces Find 17 Bombs, Transfer to IDF

Palestinian Authority forces uncovered 17 explosive devices in northern Samaria and transferred them to the IDF.