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Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:50:17 GMT
Ramat Gan man indicted over threats, attacks on media outlets, Justice Ministry
The indictment comes as Israel heads toward elections following a Knesset term marked by fierce disputes over changes to the media and legal system.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:57:07 GMT
IDF identifies remains of soldier killed in Cyprus, buried as unknown in Haifa since 1948
Shlomo Haimson was killed by guards at the detention camp in Cyprus during an escape attempt in September 1948.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:29:20 GMT
Russian-Israeli historian critical of Zionism disappears after landing at Ben-Gurion Airport
Kirpichenok immigrated to Israel in the 1990's and lived in the country for nearly 15 years before he returned to Russia, where he adopted a critical stance about the Jewish State and Zionism.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:06:51 GMT
Reservists grow frustrated with chasing civilians over Syrian border, using up time, resources
"It's absurd that we're stopping our lives for this," one reserve soldier serving in the Syria sector said. 

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:41:41 GMT
Settlers clash with IDF, block roads in Kusra, West Bank, after army dismantles nearby outpost
Border Police officers were dispatched to the scene, and the IDF is bringing additional soldiers to reinforce the area.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:34:09 GMT
ZAKA welcomes renewed Israel-Venezuela ties after earthquake aid mission
ZAKA leadership welcomed the renewal of diplomatic ties between Israel and Venezuela, saying the organization’s recent humanitarian efforts helped pave the way for renewed relations.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:02:55 GMT
‘We are not going anywhere’: Danon defends West Bank settlements at UN meeting
Israel’s UN Ambassador Danny Danon rejected claims that West Bank settlements are obstacles to peace, telling the Security Council that they would remain and continue to grow.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:53:14 GMT
'Unacceptable activity': IDF condemns Israelis taking over Palestinian homes, land in West Bank
The IDF specifically called an extremist settler takeover of Palestinian property near Qusra and Jalud “illegal, reprehensible, and unacceptable.”

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:42:34 GMT
Revamped ‘Peter Pan’ musical returns to Tel Aviv stage
This updated version retains the signature sword fights alongside a modernized theatrical flight system.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:20:22 GMT
Moving, complex ‘Valley of Shadows’ explores culture clash in the Himalayas - review
Combined with the spectacular photography and compelling performances by the entire cast, many of whom are non-professionals, the movie takes us on a moving journey.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:58:52 GMT
Yashar to safeguard Law of Return, cut bureaucracy, address needs of olim in next gov't - exclusive
One of Yashar's focuses would be on improving services for elderly olim and ensuring better translation of Hebrew websites into different languages.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:40:10 GMT
Ondas wins Defense Ministry tender for next generation attack drones
Ondas won an Israeli Defense Ministry tender to develop next-generation tactical attack drones for the IDF, beating Elbit Systems and Rafael.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:06:43 GMT
WATCH: Police arrest 27 in massive anti-racketeering operation in southern Israel
The operation, dubbed Operation Courier Run, was jointly carried out by the Southern District Israel Police, Border Police, and the Lachish District Central Investigations Unit (YAMAR). 

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:00:32 GMT
UK Foreign Secretary Miliband presses Sa’ar on Gaza aid, West Bank violence
The UK and Israeli foreign ministers discussed Gaza, Hamas disarmament, Iran and antisemitism, as Miliband pressed Sa’ar over West Bank violence.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:33:53 GMT
Can new Dardik model be used to reduce administrative detention for some Palestinians? - analysis
Getting the volume of Palestinian administrative detainees under control is a time bomb for global support that Jerusalem likely needs to defuse so that Israel can save its global standing.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:30:20 GMT
Tal Yinon Dardik released as court finds detention grounds insufficient
Prosecutors sought conditions tying Dardik’s release to a revised military order, but the court rejected the request and ordered him freed.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:17:41 GMT
'A new era begins': Israel, Venezuela open up consular relations for first time in 17 years
The move creates an official channel of coordination between Israel and Venezuela, which have not maintained diplomatic relations since 2009.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:15:12 GMT
Civilian videographer triggers drone intrusion alert at Ben-Gurion Airport
Shortly before noon, a Ben-Gurion Airport control room employee detected a drone in their airspace and activated security protocols. Airport police were tasked with locating the drone's operator. 

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:13:58 GMT
IDF opens fire on suspected Hamas sniper near Gaza Yellow Line
The IDF said troops identified a hit after firing at a suspected Hamas sniper who posed an immediate threat near the Yellow Line in northern Gaza.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:24:48 GMT
High Court criticizes Knesset retreat on polling stations in nursing homes
Justices questioned whether they could override the legislature, while pressing for practical solutions before next week’s deadline.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:01:36 GMT
Likud court freezes Netanyahu's reserved slot on party list for Haim Katz
The party is also set to grant reserved slots to Netanyahu's additional picks, Defense Minister Israel Katz and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar. 

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:13:33 GMT
Israeli soccer star Manor Solomon completes move to West Ham United for a reported £5 million fee
Solomon, 27, has now joined his fourth English club following his permanent departure from Premier League outfit Tottenham Hotspur.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:11:56 GMT
WATCH: Two settlers disconnect electricity, destroy property of Palestinian family in West Bank
This comes after an order barring Israeli protective presence activists, who work to protect Palestinian residents within the West Bank, from around the town of Taiba, near Ramallah. 

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:32:35 GMT
IDF, Border Police destroy home of terrorist who killed Yuval Ezra, Benayahu Mellet
Ezra and Mellet were killed during the July 24 West Bank attack near Gilad Farm, a settlement located southwest of Nablus.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:07:05 GMT
Released hostage Sagui Dekel-Chen performs songs written in captivity at Kibbutz Nir Oz concert
The Israel Festival event, titled “From Captivity to the Lawn: Stories and Songs,” drew 3,000 attendees, including bereaved families and other former captives.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:57:42 GMT
The wait is over: Fauda's fifth season set to premiere on Netflix on September 8
Viewers in 190 countries will be able to see the new episodes, which are in Arabic, Hebrew, French, and English, with subtitles in their native languages.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:47:38 GMT
Former NBA star Russell Westbrook in advanced talks to join Hapoel Tel Aviv, US reports say
Journalist Marc Jacobs posted on X that discussions between the parties "continue to advance," and if the deal is completed, it will be the former MVP's first club outside the US.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:45:53 GMT
Bat Yam couple arrested for allegedly posing as insurance representatives, defrauding at least 75
In exchange for their services, the couple allegedly demanded a "fee" ranging from NIS 2,000 to NIS 5,000, and in some cases up to NIS 10,000.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:01:42 GMT
MK Dan Illouz quits Knesset after switch to Yisrael Beytenu, haredi man takes Likud spot
Illouz will be replaced in the Knesset by the next person on Likud's list, Shabtai Katash, a haredi (ultra-Orthodox) member of Lod's Religious Council.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:56:17 GMT
Arab-Israeli activist Yoseph Haddad gets into scuffle with California House candidate
In a video later released on social media, candidate Dennis Feitosa can be seen grabbing at Haddad's hand as Haddad gestures while speaking, as the two fought verbally. 

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