Israeli Police Report 41% Drop in Women Murdered This Year

Israel Police data indicates a 41% decrease in the number of women murdered since the beginning of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. According to the figures, 20 women have been killed this year, down from 34 during the corresponding period last year. This represents a 41% reduction.

Within the Arab community, 14 women have been murdered since the start of 2026, a 30% decrease from the 20 women killed in the same timeframe in 2025. The data also provides a broader historical context, showing that 23 women were murdered in 2024, 22 in 2023, and 17 in 2022.

Commissioner of Police, Inspector Danni Levi, stated that combating crime and violence, particularly protecting women's lives and safety, is a top national priority. He affirmed that the Israel Police are working diligently through prevention, deterrence, investigation, and prosecution efforts to safeguard the public. The police are committed to using all available means to prevent murders, thwart violent crimes, and bring suspects to justice, with a special focus on protecting women.