Haifa

Home Front Command eases restrictions in Haifa area

Home Front Command allows Haifa-area schools to reopen so long as shelter may be reached within the required timeframe, increases limit on number of participants at gatherings.

Hezbollah launches missiles at central Israel

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and the surrounding areas after the IDF warned that Hezbollah may launch missiles at additional areas of Israel.

Working with Iran:

Haifa resident planned attack on Naftali Bennett

Ami Gaidarov, a 22-year-old resident of Haifa, arrested on suspicion of contact with Iranian agents, aiding enemy during wartime in exchange for money.

Murderous rocket strike:

Vladimir, Lena, Dima, and Lucille Jane are laid to rest

Vladimir Gershovitz, his wife Lena Ostrovsky, their son Dima, and his wife Lucille Jane were laid to rest after being killed in an Iranian missile strike on Haifa.

Voice coach, family killed by Iranian missile strike

Lena Ostrovsky, a vocal coach at Nissan Nativ Acting Studio, was killed along with her family members in a missile strike in Haifa.

After 18-hour search:

Four bodies extracted from building that was hit in Haifa

Bodies of parents, their son, and his partner extracted from building that sustained a direct hit from a missile in Haifa. An 82-year-old man was seriously injured.

Haifa missile strike:

Missile broke apart mid-air, causing interceptors to miss

Initial investigation into Haifa impact site reveals warhead did not detonate; four missing persons believed to have not been in shelter at the time of the strike.

Drone footage shows devastation in Haifa

A drone camera captured the scene where a 400 kg Iranian ballistic missile struck a 7-story residential building in Haifa, severely wounding an 83-year old man.

Heavy damage following missile strike on Haifa area

Iranian cluster missile launched towards northern Israel causes heavy damage; one person lightly injured.

Four barrages in 20 minutes

Continuous fire from Lebanon toward northern communities

At least 15 rockets were fired from Lebanon toward wide areas in the north-from the Krayot to Kiryat Shmona. So far, six impact sites have been identified. There were no casualties.

Trump

Response to attack on Haifa refinery will come "shortly"

US President tells New York Post 'you'll see shortly' when asked what the US will do in response to the Iranian strike on Israel's largest oil refinery.

Haifa refinery hit by launches towards north Israel

Barrage from Lebanon reached as far south as Herzliya, included 10 rockets.

What happened to a restaurant in Haifa when a sign drew attention

Should Israeli municipalities insist that storefront signs include Hebrew or should they not? In either case, why? Op-ed.

Five sirens in one hour:

Missiles launched from Iran, damage in Shfaram and Kiryat Ata

Five sirens activated within an hour following missile launches from Iran. Damage in Shfaram and Kiryat Ata, but no injuries.

Tragedy in Haifa during siren: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run accident in Haifa during a siren. The driver fled the scene and the police have opened an investigation.

Iranian barrage:

Missile fragments strike Haifa oil refinery

Fragments from an intercepted missile hit the Baza oil refinery in Haifa.

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Man charged with assault after driving with wife on car hood

A 27-year-old man from northern Israel is accused of continuing to drive while his wife was on the hood of his car after an altercation outside a hotel in Haifa.

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Watch: Man arrested in Haifa while honoring fallen brother

Menachem Cohen, a bereaved brother, was arrested on Friday in Haifa after he set up a street tefillin booth to commemorate a brother killed in action in Gaza.

Haifa search resumes after a month of disappearance

Volunteers from the Israel Dog Unit renewed intensive search efforts in the Haifa area for Ruth Pelet, a 38-year-old woman who has been missing for a month.

Meal for 13-year-old almost ended in tragedy

A 13-year-old girl was rushed to Bnei Zion Medical Center in Haifa after experiencing difficulty swallowing, where doctors discovered a piece of cucumber lodged in her esophagus and performed an emergency endoscopic procedure.

Tragic end to search near Haifa

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

Revealed:

In Haifa haredi neighborhood, 95% of homes lack protection

Knesset committee holds discussion on Hadar neighborhood of Haifa, where 80% of residents are elderly and children, and 95% of the homes lack bomb shelters. 'This is truly a matter of saving lives.'

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.

Disturbing findings at Haifa Rami Levy

Health Ministry orders closure of Haifa branch of Rami Levy supermarket, following serious sanitation failures.

Carmel cave dwellers 15,000 years ago hunted lakes, not the sea

New University of Haifa study reveals Natufian hunter-gatherers relied on waterfowl from coastal lakes and marshes at the end of the Ice Age.

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Police find large stashes of weapons and ammo in northern Israel

Police and Border Police officers raid several locations in Galilee and Haifa, turning up dozens of weapons and ammunition, and arresting 13.

Cleared for publication

New footage: Iranian missile strikes iconic Haifa tower

The IDF has permitted the publication of footage of the June 20 Iranian missile strike on Haifa’s Sail Tower, which damaged government offices, injured 55 people, and forced ministries to relocate.

On the day of the strike

Haifa Bar Association hosts family fun day

While thousands of businesses closed today in solidarity with the families of hostages, the Haifa District Bar Association held a 'day of fun' for the families of lawyers.

After pouring liquid on himself

Disabled IDF vet tries to break into rehab office

A PTSD-stricken veteran of Operation Protective Edge attempted to infiltrate a Defense Ministry facility, prompting emergency psychiatric care at Rambam Medical Center.

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14 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in Haifa

Demonstrators refused police orders to disperse; arrests made after chants against IDF operations in Gaza.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

Haifa must remove exhibit inciting against IDF soldiers

MK Yitzhak Kroizer demanded that Haifa remove an inciting exhibit against IDF soldiers, saying that it ignores the causes behind the war.

Following public pressure:

Support event for MK Odeh in Haifa canceled

A support event for Ayman Odeh planned in Haifa canceled due to public pressure and a direct appeal by the B'Tsalmo organization.

IDF admits:

Ballistic missile, not interceptor, struck Haifa

Joint investigation by IDF's Home Front Command, IAF, reveals localized failure in detection process, resulting in missile falling in Haifa without an alert. 'No issues with alert system, lessons will be learned.'

IDF investigating after sirens fail to sound in Haifa

During missile strikes from Iran, no sirens were activated in Haifa, despite a reported projectile fall in the city. IDF: We are investigating, no malfunction in the alert system.

Teenager's life spared by millimeters

Itay Mason, 16, from Netanya, was hit by shrapnel from an Iranian missile. The fragments missed his arteries by millimeters.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemns: Iran targets civilians

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oren Marmorstein condemns Iran after an Iranian missile hit a mosque in Haifa, emphasizing Iran's deliberate targeting of civilian areas and its disregard for the lives of people of all faiths.

Following missile strikes

Police investigating journalists who planned to film Haifa Port

Photographers questioned and equipment seized after filming Haifa Port, amid ongoing security concerns.

Cleared for publication:

Three killed in missile strike on Haifa oil refinery

The military censor has cleared for publication that three Israelis were killed on Sunday night when a missile hit the BAZAN Group oil refinery in Haifa.

After direct hit: Haifa refinery facilities shut down

BAZAN Group reports severe damage to its power station after a direct missile strike, resulting in the deaths of three workers.

Ben Gvir demands to strip Ayman Odeh of parliamentary immunity

During a protest accusing Israel of “58 years of occupation,” MK Ayman Odeh criticized the government's approach to Gaza. In response, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir urged the Attorney General to revoke Odeh’s parliamentary immunity

600 Days Missing:

Massive search launched for Jewish man vanished near Arab town

Searchers used drones, dogs, and advanced tools in the largest effort yet to solve the disappearance of Itamar Shelzinger, vanished in September 2023.

Missile from Yemen intercepted, fragments found in preschool

Explosions heard in central Israel, despite interception outside Israel's borders; interception fragments found in Mishmar Ha'emek's Gan Zayit preschool. Houthis claim: We fired ballistic missile at Ramat David base.

Haifa bans singer who announced concert in 'Haifa, Palestine'

The mayor of Haifa committed that he will not allow singer Lina Makoul to perform in municipal events after she declared a performance in 'Haifa, Palestine'

Missile from Yemen intercepted

Sirens in Haifa, Acre and other towns in northern Israel

IDF says it identified the launch of a missile from Yemen towards Israeli territory. Moments later, sirens sounded in Haifa, Nahariya, Acre and other towns across northern Israel. Missile was likely successfully intercepted. Magen David Adom: Several people injured on their way to shelter.

An expensive protest:

Haredi man pays for 83K NIS of beer and pizza and destroys it

A haredi man who visited a spring fair in Haifa over Passover paid the price of all the chametz pizza and 30 kegs of beer and ensured that it all would be thrown in the trash, burned, and poured down the drain.

Haifa: Child attempts to steal principal's weapon

Haifa police arrest 12-year-old suspected of attempting to steal principal's weapon, threaten him.

Haifa stabber's family:

'He suffered from severe mental health issues'

The family of Yitro Shahen, the Druze man who went on a deadly stabbing spree in Haifa, said he was hospitalized several times due to mental health issues and had attempted suicide.

Hassan Dhamshe murdered in terror attack in Haifa

Hassan Dhamshe from Kafr Kanna was murdered and four others were wounded in a stabbing attack at the Lev Hamifratz Mall. The terrorist was eliminated by security guards at the scene.

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Border Police officers arrest four shooting suspects

Border Police raid hideout in Haifa, arrest four wanted individuals suspected of involvement in Akko shooting incident last month.

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Protester throws jacket at Minister Goldknopf

An anti-government protester stormed the stage at a conference in Haifa, verbally attacked the Construction and Housing Minister, and threw a jacket at him.

HFC Chief at impact site:

'Resilience of the home front enables IDF to continue operating'

Home Front Command Commanding Officer Rafi Milo visited a rocket impact site in Haifa. 'The resilience and steadfast strength of the home front enable the IDF to continue operating, striking, and hitting our targets— we will persist and continue to do so.'

Nighttime barrage on Haifa:

Five rockets fired, some of them intercepted

Sirens sounded in Haifa and the area. IDF says five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted.

Miracle In Haifa synagogue:

'There was a huge explosion, it's a miracle no one was there'

A hasidic resident of Haifa said that the city has not had an explosion as big as the one during a rocket strike on a local synagogue this evening since the war broke out.

Synagogue hit after 10 projectiles launched towards Haifa

At one of the sites hit, damage was caused to vehicles, a building, electric power lines, and a synagogue, MDA chief Eli Bin says.

Miracle near Haifa:

UAV crashes next to preschool, none injured

'The preschool teacher brings the children into the shelter whenever there's a siren nearby, they were in the bomb shelter even before the UAV hit,' father of one of the children tells Channel 12 News.

90 rockets:

4 injured in heavy rocket barrage on Haifa area

The sounds of explosions and many interceptions were heard in the Haifa area and the explosions were due to a heavy barrage of 90 rockets launched from Lebanon.

Rocket strikes near Acre and Haifa

The rockets struck direct hits on industrial buildings but caused no injuries.

Rocket explodes in Samaria

20 rockets launched in barrage on northern and central Israel

Explosions heard in Tel Aviv, Ra'anana, following sirens in central Israel. Earlier, sirens were sounded in the Golan Heights and the Upper Galilee due to a suspected infiltration of a hostile aircraft.

Pres. Herzog visits northern cities targeted by Hezbollah rockets

President visits Rambam Medical Center in Haifa and meets with IDF soldiers who were injured in combat in Lebanon.

6 wounded, 1 seriously, in rocket barrage on Haifa

Six people were injured as a result of the barrage towards the Haifa Bay area, including one who was seriously injured. The rest were lightly injured by shrapnel.