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Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:58:56 GMTIsrael hints it may not engage Biden on Iran nuclear strategy
"We will not be able to be part of such a process if the new administration returns to that deal," Ambassador Gilad Erdan told Israel's Army Radio.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:40:52 GMTAnti-vax Facebook group attracts thousands, shut down twice
Its members are insisting: "We are not anti-vaxxers"
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:53:05 GMTIsrael's Northern Front heats up as Syria airstrikes, IAF drill overlap
Israel’s military has for the past decade repeatedly attacked Iranian targets in Syria, conducting hundreds of air raids against military bases, missile production sites and training facilities.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 04:44:46 GMTPost-COVID: ‘It is heartbreaking to watch your child suffer’
Post-COVID strikes between 10% and 30% of children, many who had mild cases of the virus.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 04:31:13 GMTMagen David Adom to deploy special ATVs due to winter weather
The drivers of the ATVs have already been trained in conducting the vehicle safely, transporting the injured and driving on all types of terrain.
Tue, 16 Feb 2021 02:06:25 GMTSave a Child's Heart saves life of Ethiopian child despite pandemic
SACH and the Wolfson Medical Center team managed to save the life of Benjamin, a 6-year-old child from Ethiopia, who landed in Israel for urgent cardiac treatment.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 22:14:45 GMTCoronavirus in Israel: Purim only celebrated with nuclear family
Synagogues to choose between operating at 50% capacity with fully vaccinated worshippers or with a maximum of ten people indoors and twenty outdoors.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 21:27:06 GMTSa'ar silent on Lincoln Project advisers despite scandals
Last month, Sa'ar hired Steve Schmidt, Stuart Stevens, Rick Wilson and Reed Galen of the Lincoln Project.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 21:15:52 GMTCoronavirus in Israel: Malls, tourism, cultural venues to reopen Sunday
Grades 5-6 and 11-12 in green, yellow and light orange cities will be able to resume in person starting on Sunday. *Next phase of lifting restrictions will begin on March 7, include restaurants.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:52:42 GMTNetanyahu claims ‘great ties with Democrats’ as Biden still doesn’t call
Biden has called leaders of countries around the world since becoming president, but none in the Middle East.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:42:56 GMTUS Embassy in Jerusalem gets further construction approval
The plans have been in the works for two years.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:35:41 GMTSecurity cameras placed at Gush Etzion springs after terror attack
The security cameras at Ein-Livne and Ein Misla will offer a live feed to the Gush Etzion regional council security arm.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:10:47 GMTPM’s opening door to Ben-Gvir will hurt later in DC - analysis
If Netanyahu wins the elections on March 23, his role in bringing about the merger involving Ben-Gvir is sure to dog him going forward with some of those Democrats calling the shots in Washington.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 20:06:07 GMTLet it snow! Jerusalem residents get ready for a winter wonderland
It is still unclear exactly how strong the snowfall will be in Jerusalem.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:57:39 GMTNetanyahu, prosecution continue fight over evidence as trial nears
Ofer Golan appeals cell phone hack to broader Supreme Court.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:50:52 GMTKnesset switches to fighting for more Shin Bet surveillance
Panel ignores expiration of authority in January.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:30:50 GMTGantz proposes legislation for civil unions
COVID-19 crisis has closed down air travel, meaning thousands of Israeli couples have been unable to marry in civil marriages. Labor leader criticizes Gantz for not backing civil marriage proposals.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:26:33 GMTIDF coed unit vows to protect both Jews and Arabs in the West Bank
AS A HOME FRONT COMMAND unit, the Ram Battalion is a mixed unit. Lt.-Col. Oz Gino said that around 55-60% of it is women, and the rest are men.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:05:36 GMTReform threatens KKL-JNF with High Court petition over West Bank purchases
Ultra-Orthodox WZO faction accuses liberal groups of ‘cooperating with foreign parties to create diplomatic pressure’ after KKL-JNF gives preliminary approval to buy Palestinian property in West Bank
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 18:17:00 GMTDirector of Oscar-shortlisted film ‘White Eye’ looks back on year
"Israel is the only country in the world that speaks Hebrew, and people all over the world saw this film in Hebrew and it touched their hearts."
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 18:09:59 GMTIsraeli films to take part in the Berlin Film Festival
This year’s festival, which is usually held in February, will take place online this year March 1-5. In addition, an in-person festival is planned for June 9-20.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:54:57 GMTCoronavirus: Should Israel's frontline workers be paid more?
With nearly 100,000 small businesses estimated to have shuttered in Israel during the past year, the idea of raising wages has not been raised for debate.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:46:16 GMTMaccabi Tel Aviv rediscovering its rhythm
Pair of victories in a row over Holon for yellow-and-blue • Eilat maintains slim 1st-place lead.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:01:53 GMTIDF launches surprise IAF exercise to prepare for war with Hezbollah
"Vered Hagalil" drill focused on improving the IAF's readiness for combat in the North.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:16:27 GMTNetanyahu halts Ma’aleh Adumim garbage incinerator plan
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Sunday to reexamine the 4-year-old decision to build an incinerator near Kfar Adumim and Nofei Prat.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:20:29 GMTAcademy releases Israeli TV nominations
There are 16 main categories for programs and another 29 nominations for individuals, which allows the Academy to share the wealth.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:22:40 GMTIsrael cancels participation in UAE defense expo, citing air travel curbs
Officials from Defense Ministry and Regional Cooperation Ministry said the plan was canceled.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:12:29 GMTIsraeli AI company develops tech to manage national water infrastructure
Evolution Water has been chosen by Mekorot, the Israeli national water corporation, to increase energy efficiency in its systems.
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:41:05 GMTMeet Israel’s ‘Greta Thunberg,’ candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize
Yosef Abramowitz was nominated for the honor by MK Miki Haimovich
Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:00:52 GMTParents of lone soldier who thwarted attack join ceremony over Zoom
"Lian, you are a role model for your family and friends here."