Israeli Arabs

Top Israeli Islamist: Arab-Jewish War Inside Israel 'Inevitable'

A full-blown war between Israeli Arabs and the Netanyahu government is 'just a matter of time,' says top Islamist Kamal Al-Khatib.

Israeli Arab Dies Fighting for Islamic State

27-year-old from Taibe falls in battle over ancient Palmyra; he is the fourth Israeli citizen to die fighting for the terrorist group.

Obama: Netanyahu's Comments Have 'Consequences'

President Obama continues criticism of Netanyahu’s comments on a Palestinian state and Arab-Israelis before the last elections.

Liberman Slams PM over Meeting with Joint Arab List Leader

Describing Odeh as one of Israel's "fiercest opponents," Liberman denounces Netanyahu for agreeing to meet with the Joint Arab List chair.

Arab Man Sentenced to 8 Months in Prison for Facebook Incitement

Second precedent-setting case marks trend of Israeli Arabs being held accountable for supporting terror online.

Israeli Arab Dentist Transferred Thousands to Hamas

Dentist from Kafr Kana ferried money between PA and Gaza for a daily fee, Shin Bet reveals.

Arab Citizens Mourn 'Catastrophe' on Independence Day

As Israel celebrates 67, thousands of Arab citizens take to Galilee to protest the existence of their state on Independence Day.

Arab MKs Attack Israel During 'Land Day' Commemorations

Basel Ghattas called on Israel Arabs to fight for 'their land' while Jamal Zahalka promised not to allow a 'second Nakba' in the Negev.

Arab Leaders Warn of 'Explosion' on 'Land Day' Anniversary

On Palestinian holiday Land Day, Arab leaders warn that Israel's 'discriminatory policies' will exacerbate tensions and cause 'explosion.'

Liberman Calls for Boycott of Arab List

Foreign Minister says the Joint Arab List should be boycotted by government ministries and in the Knesset.

State Department: We Expect 'Actions', Not Words, from Netanyahu

Deputy State Department spokeswoman not impressed by Netanyahu's apology to Arab Israelis.

Joint Arab List Rejects Netanyahu's Apology

Joint Arab List rejects PM's apology to Arab Israelis, saying it was an "empty gesture".

Netanyahu Apologizes to Arab Israelis

After controversial comments about Arabs on election day, Netanyahu apologizes to Arab mayors, says he didn't intend to hurt any citizens.

Arab Israeli Imprisoned for Joining Syrian Civil War

Yusef Nasrallah sentenced to 11 months in prison for stint fighting with Syrian rebels, and revealing information on Israeli military base.

Tibi vs. Bibi: Apologize to the Arabs

Radical Arab MK says Netanyahu's 'warning' of mass Arab voter turnout 'attacked democracy,' demands apology to Israeli Arabs.

Ahmed Tibi Denies High Turnout in Arab Sector

Counterspin? Lies? Who knows. Arab MK says less Arabs are voting because of the Right's spin.

Netanyahu Under Fire for Warning on Massive Arab Vote

Leftist politicians, media say Prime Minister's statement that Arabs are 'moving toward the polling stations in huge numbers' was 'racist.'

Violence, Fraud Mar Voting in Arab, Haredi Sectors

Multiple reports of attacks, deliberate fraud in Arab villages; ballots of Yachad and BZhutan disappear from polling stations.

Acting like a state

PA Disregards Oslo by Arresting Israeli Arab from Jerusalem

In blatant breach of Oslo Accords, PA arrests Arab citizen of Israel and tries him; his brother tells Arutz Sheva 'our contact was cut off.'

Arab Survey: More Participation in Elections, But Not for Druze

While most Israelis do not like Arab List’s politics, they’re enthusiasm this year is a good sign for integration.

Tibi: Liberman is a 'Jewish ISIS'

Arab MK fires back at Foreign Minister who advocated “cutting of the heads” of Arabs who were not loyal to Israel.

Liberman: Disloyal Arab-Israelis 'Should Be Beheaded'

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman advocated “cutting of the heads” of Arabs who were not loyal to Israel.

Majority of Israelis in Overdraft

53% of 'banked' Israelis are in overdraft at least one month a year on average, the Central Bureau of Statistics said.

Rivlin Plans Arab Work Revolution: No Longer a Minority

Rivlin launches project to increase Arab employment, saying Israeli Arabs have their own 'national identity,' Israel 'is their homeland.'

Rivlin Tells Arab Leaders 'We Need Another Arab City'

President says he wants to 'realign' balance of society to advance Arabs, calls to teach all Israelis Arabic; is told of rampant crime.

Arab MKs Condemn ISIS as 'Contrary to Islam,' 'Criminal'

Joint Arab list releases statement condemning ISIS, discouraging Israeli Arabs from joining.

Cleared for publication

Indictment: Nazareth Man Fought Five Battles with ISIS

20 year-old met three other Israeli Arabs in terror training camp in Syria as concerns heighten over the group recruiting on Israeli soil.

Israeli Arab Al Qaeda Recruit Arrested Returning from Syria

Arab citizen of Galilee trained in Syria with Al Nusra Front; allegedly was ordered to return to attack Israel.

Cleared for Publication

ISIS Cell Busted in Israel

Seven Israeli Arabs arrested for forming ISIS affiliate in the north, prepared terror attack in ISIS's name against IDF, Druze.

Israelis Fed Up with Poverty, Corruption - But Not Israel

1/3 of Israelis facing financial difficulties, 42% believe government is corrupt - but overwhelming majority, including Arabs, patriotic.

Erdan Freezes Passport of Israeli Arab Who Joined ISIS

Erdan considering revoking citizenship of man who left Israel for ISIS; family threatens to petition against gov't in High Court.

Syrian Beats Out Arab-Israeli for 'Arab Idol' Title

Syria’s Hazem Sharif wins the 2014 "Arab Idol" contest, beating out a 24-year-old from the Galilee, who participated as a "Palestinian".

Anti-Israel Incitement in State-Funded Jerusalem Schools

Arab Jerusalem Teachers' Association head describes Israel as 'Islamic Palestinian Arab.' Have PA educational norms seeped into the capital?

United we fall?

Liberman's Campaign: Divide Israel for 'Unity'

FM Avigdor Liberman's election campaign for Yisrael Beytenu urges giving Arab 'Triangle' area to create Palestinian state to 'unify' Jews.

Singer Responds to President's Cancellation over Arab Song

Amir Benayoun clarifies that despite president blocking his performance over song critical of Arab citizens, he still 'loves Rivlin.'

Rivlin Cancels Concert Over Singer's Views on Israeli Arabs

Israeli singer Amir Benayoun denied gig at state event in the President's Residence due to song calling Arab terrorists 'slimy ingrates.'

Poll: 68% of Israeli Arabs Oppose Terror

Survey reveals interesting insight into stance of Israeli Arabs on a number of issues; 77% prefer to live under Israeli rule than the PA.

ISIS Terror Trainee Arrested at Ben Gurion

Hamza Magamsa, an Israeli Arab, trained in an ISIS camp in Syria but decided to go back to his family after 10 days.

Netanyahu: A Country Cannot Be Run on Arguments

PM, at weekly Cabinet meeting, seeks to dispel tensions over 'Jewish State' bill - and warn US again over Iran.

Interior Minister Opens Investigation into Ashkelon Mayor

Gilad Erdan warns decision to lay-off Arab workers as 'security precaution' discriminatory, could further tensions.

Bill: Mandate Public Broadcasting in Arabic

Bill approved in preliminary reading to host Arab-language radio on Israeli Arab topics, in effort to bridge cultural gaps.

'You Saved My Life': Lynching Survivor Meets, Thanks Rescuer

Lynching victim returns to Taibe to thank Israeli Arab rescuer - who reassures him that 'we are all one.'

Arab Sector Strikes, Blame Aharonovich for Shooting Israeli Arab

'Solidarity strike' for eliminated terrorist in Arab sector; Arabs - like Jews - blame Aharonovich for security spiraling out of control.

Israeli Arab Who Joined ISIS Returns to Israel

Hamza Samy Magamsah, a resident of Yafi'a returns to Israel with his father, after fleeing ISIS and being held in Turkey.

Bill to Criminalize Joining ISIS

Justice Minister Tzipi Livni to propose bill to mark joining any 'non-national' military group abroad a crime, as ISIS hysteria continues.

Israeli Who Joined ISIS in Syria Returns to Turkey

Hamza Samy Magamsah, one of the young Israelis from Yafi'a who disappeared join ISIS, returns to Turkey, where is being held.

Hospital Confirms: Israeli Doctor Left to Join ISIS

Othman Abed Elkian, an intern at Barzilai Hospital disappeared 5 months ago. Israel security officials determined he joined ISIS terrorists.

Galilee Arab Fighting for ISIS Says He's 'Fine'

An Israeli Arab who has been missing and was rumored to be fighting for ISIS in Iraq has contacted his family.

Police: Three More Nazareth Arabs Fighting for ISIS

Israeli police confirm rumors that at least three Arabs besides the one killed had gone to fight for the Islamist terror group ISIS.

Arab Citizen of Israel Killed Fighting for ISIS in Iraq

Arab man from town near Nazareth reportedly killed fighting for terror group near Baghdad; reports say four other Israeli Arabs with him.

ISIS Flags Found in Nazareth Illit

Investigation launched into roadside find, amid concerns over rising support for ISIS in Israeli Arab communities.

Arab Teacher Found With ISIS Materials Fined, Given House Arrest

Israeli Arab given just one week's house arrest for jihadist materials; claims entire story a 'setup' by police, security services.

Zoabi at Hamas 'Victory Rally': 'We are All Palestinians'

Pro-Hamas MK pushes to 'end occupation' at 'victory rally' with pro-terror leaders, says 'Palestinian struggle is part of us.'

Three Israeli Arabs Arrested for Robbing Holocaust Survivors

'I was never treated in Auschwitz like I was during this robbery,' theft victim states to police.

Minister Condemns Racism Against Israeli Arabs

Science and Technology Minister Yaakov Perry insists 'Israeli Arabs are part of us,' calls on the public to eschew prejudice in wake of war.

Islamist Sheikh Leads Anti-Israel Protest, Sparks Outcry

Sheikh Raed Salah leads 10,000 strong protest against Israel in the Galilee; Transportation Minister vows to outlaw Salah's movement.

Poll: Overwhelming Support for IDF Operation, Netanyahu

Most Israeli Jews are 'very satisfied' with the IDF operation in Gaza, Netanyahu's leadership - but still believe in two-state solution.

Hundreds Join Pro-Hamas Demonstration in Ramallah

'Day of Rage' in Israel Monday finds parallel in PA, as demonstrators insist Hamas is the 'only way' to actualize Palestinians' demands.

Nazareth Lawyer Suspended over 'Kill the Jews' Post

Adnan Aldin, who works for the Public Defense, praised Islamic teaching about killing Jews.

Mayhem in Arab Towns Continues; 100 Arrested

Hundreds rioted in Tamra, Nazareth and Jerusalem. Police expect violence to continue into the night.