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Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:38:55 GMTFour-week-old infant in Ashdod died of respiratory failure, Health Ministry says
The Health Ministry investigation revealed that the baby had consumed Nutrilon products from a batch of products recently recalled for containing excessive toxin levels.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:13:52 GMTWhat it means to live without security as an Arab citizen in Israel - opinion
Gunfire in broad daylight, soaring murder rates, and collapsing trust in policing reveal how Arab citizens in Israel are being left without basic personal security.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:09:03 GMTHealth Ministry recalls oxygen canisters after deaths of two women raises concerns over toxins
All canisters from the company Salem Yaakov and Sons are to be taken out of service immediately. Other canisters must be checked to ensure they are labeled correctly.
Sat, 14 Feb 2026 03:40:40 GMTIsrael wins historic under-21 MMA gold at European Championships - N12
Yotam Glander won Israel’s first under-21 MMA gold at the European Championships in Belgrade, defeating his Spanish opponent in under a minute.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:56:12 GMTIDF's new mechanical AI robot takes two hours to clean tanks, which soldiers needed 48 hours for
The robot operates autonomously, without soldiers present in dangerous environments and without exposure to chemicals, oils, or extreme heat.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:03:10 GMTIsrael’s bobsled team is chasing more than medals in its first Olympic outing in Milan
Adam “AJ” Edelman is the first Orthodox Jewish athlete to compete at the Winter Olympics, and now the first Israeli to qualify for the Games in two sports.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:08:49 GMTAdir Miller's Reset: A midlife crisis comedy falls short of expectations
TV Time: In Reset, Adir Miller explores aging and regrets, but the series fails to live up to the expectations set by his past hits.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:21:20 GMTPalestinian cars smashed in West Bank altercation after attack on illegal settler farm
According to reports, Palestinians approached an illegal farm established by Jewish settlers on private land in Area B of the West Bank. Police told KAN that dozens of Palestinians attacked the farm.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:35:34 GMTUnvaccinated child dies of complications from measles disease, 15th death since outbreak started
The Health Ministry's official policy recommends that all children be vaccinated against measles between the ages of 1 and 6 as part of the routine vaccination program.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:12:04 GMTFormer Shin Bet chiefs, officials call out Netanyahu, Zini for 'conspiracies against Ronen Bar'
"We express astonishment at the silence of the head of the Shin Bet, David Zini, in light of the unprecedented slander against former head of the service, Ronen Bar," the published letter said.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:05:54 GMTNetanyahu faces tight race against Bennett in upcoming elections, new poll finds
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:06:04 GMTIDF captures aide to terrorist behind 2025 shooting attack which killed three
The captured terrorist, Muhammad Zidan, was a senior figure in the Jenin terrorist network, and involved in financing and advancing acts of terror in Israel.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:21:29 GMTOver 200 arrested, guns, explosives confiscated, in major Arab crime crackdown by Israel Police
Since the start of the year, police have been conducting operation 'On Target,' consisting of a series of focused raids on known crime forces within the Arab community.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:43:05 GMTWATCH: 'We have two diamonds here': IDF releases video from hostage rescue operation
The video was composed of body camera footage from Shayetet 13 soldiers who participated in the operation. In it, the two rescued hostages spoke with the soldiers in a helicopter.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:37:13 GMTRight-wing activists cross into Lebanon to call to renew settlement; IDF detains suspects
The IDF’s account of the incident stated that forces intervened promptly, detained the suspects who crossed the fence, and transferred them to the police. No injuries were reported.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:48:49 GMTGrapevine, February 13, 2026: An anti-aggression alliance
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:04:19 GMTIreland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion
Ireland and Israel will face each other in September and November 2026, home and away. The FAI had requested in November 2025 that Israel be expelled from UEFA competitions.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:34:31 GMTFinding his stride: Anthony Lamb emerging as key piece in Hapoel Jerusalem’s title hopes
The NBA-experienced forward previously struggled with efficiency, yet recently delivered one of his most complete performances in Hapoel’s 114-104 overtime victory over Cluj.
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:01:44 GMTHerzog responds to Trump request for Netanyahu pardon: ‘I am president of Israel’
President Isaac Herzog responded to US President Donald Trump's push to pardon Benjamin Netanyahu mid-flight as he returned from a four-day visit to Australia.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:46:47 GMTBennett pledges security focus and cost of living cuts in comeback bid campaign
At an event for olim, Bennett discussed his plan to "fix Israel together."
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:28:34 GMT'I regret meeting him': Former PM Ehud Barak responds to Epstein Files recording in N12 interview
Barak had told Epstein that Israel could “easily absorb another million” immigrants from Russian-speaking countries, and that many would apply and adapt under “social pressure."
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:19:49 GMTNetanyahu after Trump meeting: US conditions for Iran must include nuclear weapons, MidEast proxies
He said that although he remains skeptical of any deal with Iran, Trump believes that the conditions for Tehran "may lead them to accept terms that would allow for a good deal."
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:32:49 GMTHigh Court blasts Levin: 'No judges, we are releasing murder suspects'
The High Court sharply criticized Justice Minister Levin for failing to convene the Judicial Selection Committee, warning that Israel’s judicial system is facing a crisis due to vacant positions.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:04:52 GMTIsrael's prison chief Kobi Yaakobi summoned for second hearing ahead of possible indictment
IPS Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi was summoned for a second hearing on suspicion of fraud, breach of trust, and obstruction of investigations. A pre-indictment hearing is underway.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:10:14 GMTChief Rabbinate opens certification exams to women after High Court ruling
The Chief Rabbinate opens its exams to women after a court ruling deemed the long-standing exclusion unlawful. A historic moment for equality in Israel’s religious institutions.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:04:10 GMTIsrael Navy commandos, submarines train to protect Eilat from invasion
Many of the scenarios the IDF trained to defend against were based on special intelligence the IDF obtained from a highly placed Hezbollah secret naval commander.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:31:54 GMTIsrael government corruption drops in public perception, Transparency International poll suggests
The CPI score measures how corrupt a country's government is perceived to be by its citizens, with 0 being the most corrupt and 100 being the least corrupt.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:12:44 GMTSandra Bernhard joins cast of 'The White Lotus' for upcoming season
Each season of The White Lotus is set in an upscale resort, where a murder takes place, and it follows the troubled but entertaining lives of the guests and staff for a week leading up to a killing.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:52:01 GMTCulture minister backs dropping ‘massacre’ from Oct. 7 bill, says term reflects ‘victimhood’
“The State of Israel is a strong country. The days when it was possible to massacre the State of Israel no longer exist,” said Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:58:12 GMTFormer minister Gonen Segev denied early release, Beersheba court permits publication
In a statement cleared for release, Segev’s bid was rejected after the parole committee accepted arguments from the prosecution.