Israel Railways

Watch: Train almost smashes car in central Israel

Disaster averted at last moment, after driver is apparently distracted by phone and fails to notice warnings of oncoming train.

Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train line hit by new wave of cancellations

Newly-opened high-speed train line still plagued by technical problems and delays less than a month after inaugural run.

Troubled railways: 'The train will be amazing'

Israel Railways Spokesman responds to series of mishaps: 'Jerusalem line set up as trial, will be in this situation a few months.'

New Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train line cancels departures

Plagued with malfunctions and delays, segment of new high-speed train linking Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport closed once again Tuesday.

Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train line halted

Power failure causes entire train line to shut down as diversion of trains leads to increased congestion on Haifa-Tel Aviv line.

Test runs for Jerusalem-Tel Aiv train line to begin

PM Netanyahu, Transportation Minister Katz, inaugurate test runs for new Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train line.

Israel Railways forced to cancel dozens of trips

After dozens of passenger train drivers call in sick, railway cancels dozens of trips.

Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train opening delayed until 2019

Reports say long-delayed Jerusalem-Tel Aviv railway line suffering from severe delays, will not open in October as planned.

Man killed in train accident in northern Israel

One man hit and killed by train near Haifa, forcing partial closure of rail line.

Opening of new Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train - delayed

Following warnings that new high-speed train linking Jerusalem to Tel Aviv may not be safe, Transportation Min. delays opening till Sukkot.

When the train is late:

Opening of Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train route delayed by six months

Express train connecting Jerusalem to Tel Aviv will begin running six months late, reports say.

Big news for Israel's south:

Israel Railways to provide 24-hour service

Israel Railways announces decision to provide 24-hour service for southern lines.

Donald Trump train station in the Old City of Jerusalem?

Train linking Tel Aviv to Jerusalem to extend to Old City of Jerusalem - with station named after President Donald Trump.

Siemens wins tender to supply Israel electric railcars

Siemens wins tender to replace diesel railcars with electric cars, spokeswoman says contract will be signed at a later stage.

'They're making a mockery of you and your Shabbat'

Israeli Arab documents rail work on Shabbat, in violation of minister's pledge to haredi MKs.

Haredim score victory: Rail work cancelled for coming Shabbat

PM, Infrastructure Minister meet with haredi MKs, agree to preserve status quo on Shabbat.

Tel Aviv - Jerusalem highway shut down over fire

Brush fire forces closure of Highway 1, train station causing jams; Israel Railways provides shuttles for those traveling to airport.

Israel Railways calls strike in revenge on government

Environmental Protection Ministry summons Israel Railways to hearing over pollution; train company boycotts Tel Aviv stations in revenge.

Israel Railways warns of overpacked trains

Wheel damages train track, causes changes in trains and schedules.

Upcoming rail station closings due to construction

Herzlya and Tel Aviv University rail stations will be closed between Dec. 21-25 due to ongoing work on new rail lines.

Yisrael Katz: I won't use Shabbat for political gain

4000 Likud members gather for a ceremonial meal at the Sukkah of Transportation Minister Katz this evening to show their support for him.

Tel Aviv train stations to open tomorrow

Train stations in Tel Aviv to reopen ahead of schedule, on Sunday morning,

8 days of misery await Israeli commuters

3 out of 4 train stations in Tel Aviv shut down starting today, due to railway construction, causing major traffic jams Monday morning.

Chief Rabbinate: No compromises on holiness of Shabbat

Chief Rabbis publish special statement following brouhaha over Israel Railways construction on Shabbat. 'We are not like other nations.'

Haim Katz: Work will take place on railway this Shabbat

Haim Katz has decided that essential work will take place on railways this Shabbat and in the following weeks on Shabbat.

Some railway projects to be postponed

Minister Haim Katz does not intend to automatically approve all the infrastructure works planned on the Israel Railways this coming Shabbat.

Supreme Court: PM cannot prohibit railroad work on Shabbat

High Court issues interim order barring Prime Minister from preventing railroad work on Shabbat, saying it is Labor Minister's prerogative.

'Work on the train is permitted on Shabbat'

The government responds to Meretz MK's petition, indicating that work on the train is permitted for the time being.

Welfare Minister to reexamine Shabbat work permits

Welfare Minister Haim Katz says he will reexamine Shabbat work permits following the coalition crisis over railway work on Shabbat.

Netanyahu: Religious status quo will be maintained

'This crisis is completely unnecessary,' says PM. 'When there is no necessity to do work on Shabbat, it will not be done on Shabbat.'

Egged adds more buses in lieu of train

The Egged bus company bolsters bus service following as Haifa-Tel Aviv train line temporarily shut down.

'Katz is playing a political game at the passengers' expense'

Yoav Horovitz addressed whether the Prime Minister would fire Yisrael Katz over recent tensions.

Haifa–Tel Aviv trains won't run till Sunday night

Israel Railways announced that the train route between Haifa and Tel Aviv is to be temporarily closed for infrastructure improvement.

'There is a good chance Katz could be fired'

Sources in Likud say that Prime Minister Netanyahu could fire Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz in light of recent tensions.

Netanyahu cancels Shabbat railway work

PM Netanyahu orders cancellation of infrastructure work scheduled for Shabbat, accuses Minister Katz of causing coalition crisis.

Haredim continue to threaten 'Hexit'

Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz gave a stern warning to Israel Railways, while haredim continue to threaten to collapse the coalition.

'Haredim will not decide who is a Likud minister'

Coalition chair MK David Bitan comes out strongly against a seeming 'haredi takeover,' after haredi politicians score Shabbat victory.

Coalition crisis averted as Shabbat work on train lines limited

Netanyahu orders Shabbat work on train lines restricted to potentially life-threatening situations.

Israel Railways train goes up in flames

An Israel Railways train crew evacuated passengers when a mystery fire broke out in one of the cars.

Uproar over train maintenance scheduled for Shabbat

Jewish Home MK, Deputy Mayor of Ra'anana write ministers demanding work be stopped due to Israel's status as a Jewish state.

Railway workers: Management understood force

Train service is back to normal after workers stopped trains before they reached their destinations.

Train workers stage 'unlimited' surprise strike

Five stations were shut down without prior warning and angry passengers were forced off the trains.

Uproar Over Train Shutdown for Shabbat

Israel rail workers aghast at Economy Ministry decision to shut down maintenance work on Shabbat noting travelers could be stranded.

Israel Railways on Strike Starting Sunday

Labor disputes with management of Israel Railways have prompted workers to announce strike set for Sunday and onward.

No Trains Between Rehovot and Ashkelon Until Friday

There will be no trains between Rehovot and Ashkelon, due to upgrading of train stations. Buses will be offered instead.

Train Workers Sabotage Engines in Work Dispute

Israel Railways complains Train Workers Council ordered workers to sabotage IC3 engines in privatization dispute; Council slams 'lies.'

Israel Railways Posts Banner Year for Revenue

As Rosh Hashana approaches, Israel Railways finds itself flush with money.

Israel Railways Message Mars Holocaust Day Tribute

As they contemplated the meaning of the Holocaust, thousands of Israelis were interrupted by a text message - about their train ticket.

German Firm that Once Served Nazis Now to Lay Railways in Israel

DB BahnBau, a subsidiary of giant Deutsche Bahn, wins tender for laying 100 km of rails in north and central Israel.

Express Train from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by 2018

New line to connect to Central Bus Stations, provide 30-minute commute between Israel's largest cities.

Sderot Train Station Dedicated; Armored Against Missile Attacks

Prime Minister, Transportation Minister, Israel Railways officials dedicate station, which is the first to be armored against rockets.

Train Service Disrupted by 'Sick' Drivers

Drivers unimpressed by Labor Court order to return to work, receive sick leave from doctors.

TA-Haifa Train Shuts Down until Sunday

Train line closes until Sunday, tens of thousands of travelers affected.

Dozens of Train Drivers ‘Sick’

Nearly 30 train drivers call in sick in apparent protest.

Eilat Railroad to be Built, Despite Environmentalist Opposition

Israelis will soon be able to travel to Eilat by train, after the National Building Commission approved construction of the line.

Israel Railways Upgrading Its Double-Deck Coach Cars

Israel Railways has just added 72 more cars to an order for 150 double-deck coaches, with latest delivery expected between 2014-2015.

Periphery Home Bargains Fast Disappearing, Experts Say

There are still bargains to be had in Israeli real estate, but they won't last long, experts said, as more Israelis move to the periphery

Updating Southern Infrastructure: New Rail Lines to Tel Aviv

The state has decided to upgrade infrastructure in the southern region, cutting travel time to central Israel in half with a new train line.

Italian Company Sold Technology to Syria - and Israel

An Italian company revealed to have sold technology to Syria also won an Israel Railways tender.

Soldiers Warned of Loose Lips on Railway

New IDF campaign focuses on soldiers in railway stations, warns them not to talk about military matters.