Ashkelon

Orot Ashkelon Yeshiva Opens New Facility to Expand Community Engagement

Orot Ashkelon Yeshiva inaugurated its new, larger building in Ashkelon with key religious and political leaders attending. The move has increased community engagement and supports…

Israeli Military Faces Criticism Over Euthanasia of Stray Dogs on Bases

The Israeli animal rights group Let the Animals Live has accused the IDF of inadequate care and euthanasia of stray dogs on military bases, following a recent incident in the Jord…

Israeli Rental Market Sees Surge in Small Apartments, Shortage of Large Units Persists

In July 2026, Israel's rental market saw a 2.5% increase in available apartments, driven by a surge in small units, while large apartment supply dropped 25% year-over-year. Rental…

Man Stabs Gas Station Attendant in Ashkelon After Being Asked to Wait

A man stabbed a gas station attendant in Ashkelon on August 18, 2026, after being asked to wait his turn. The suspect was arrested and indicted, with police stressing their commit…

US Reveals Israel Avoided Extraditing 'Ashkelon Hacker' Despite 2017 Request

Heat Rises Above Seasonal Norms Across Israel's Interior and Mountains This Week

Israel faces a heatwave this week with temperatures above seasonal averages, especially in mountainous and inland areas, peaking midweek before slightly easing by Friday.

Netanyahu Reveals Iran Tried to Assassinate One of His Sons

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that Iran tried to assassinate one of his sons, prompting lifetime security for him and his wife and five years of protection for his so…

Globes Launches Full Transcripts of Israeli Public Companies’ Investor Calls for Transparency

Globes has launched a new service offering full transcripts of investor calls for Tel Aviv Stock Exchange companies to enhance transparency. Recent calls revealed IBI’s profit sur…

Massive Enforcement Gap in Electric Scooter Regulations Across Israeli Cities

Israeli cities face a major enforcement gap in electric scooter regulations, with some like Tel Aviv actively fining riders while others, including Jerusalem, report no enforcemen…

Israel Launches Accelerated Pilot for Large-Scale Urban Renewal Projects with 18-Month Approval Goal

Israel's Planning Administration and Urban Renewal Authority launched an accelerated pilot program to approve large-scale urban renewal plans within 18 months. Eight sites across…

Israeli Supreme Court Limits Compensation for Buyers Who Block Contractors From Repairs

The Israeli Supreme Court ruled buyers who block contractors from fixing defects receive reduced compensation, not none. A Tel Aviv court ordered apartment owners to renovate buil…

Israeli NGOs Seek Volunteer Tutors for Children with Cancer and Immigrant Youth Nationwide

Israeli NGOs nationwide are seeking volunteers to tutor children with cancer, immigrant youth, and disadvantaged students, offering weekly academic and personal mentoring with a o…

About 65,000 Visitors Explore Israel's Nature Reserves and National Parks Over Weekend

Around 65,000 people visited Israel's nature reserves and national parks over the weekend, with Achziv Beach and Gan HaShlosha among the top sites. More than 7,000 campers stayed…

Man in His 70s Collapses During Exercise in Ashkelon, Revived by Paramedics

A man in his 70s collapsed during exercise near Ashkelon's Delilah Beach but was revived by paramedics and taken to Barzilai Hospital conscious.

Dispute Erupts Between Israeli Prison Service and Police Over Suicide Attempt at Ashkelon Court

A man detained in Ashkelon attempted suicide during a court hearing but was saved by prison officers. A dispute followed between the police and Israel Prison Service over whether…

Israeli Security Company Owner Arrested for Supplying Drones to Weapons and Drug Smugglers

Israeli police arrested three suspects, including a security company owner from Ashkelon, for importing drones from China used to smuggle weapons and drugs in southern Israel. Aro…

Israel Faces Intensifying Heatwave With Extreme Temperatures Across Most Regions

Israel is experiencing an intensifying heatwave with extreme heat stress across most regions, followed by a gradual easing over the weekend and a slight temperature rise early nex…

16-Year-Old Electric Scooter Rider Seriously Injured Near Ashkelon

A 16-year-old electric scooter rider was seriously injured in the moshav Ge'a near Ashkelon and taken to Barzilai Hospital.

Hapoel Be'er Sheva Signs Center Ido Fleischer for 2026/27 Season

Hapoel Be'er Sheva has signed Israeli center Ido Fleischer for the 2026/27 season and appointed Douglas Spradley as head coach, reinforcing the team ahead of the new basketball se…

Ashkelon Man Arrested for Pepper-Spraying Clerk in Yavne Gas Station Robbery

A man from Ashkelon was arrested for robbing a Yavne gas station after pepper-spraying the clerk, with evidence linking him to multiple crimes.

Damari Reports Higher Apartment Sales in Q2 2026 Despite Project Setbacks

Damari saw a rise in apartment sales in Q2 2026, mainly due to the Ashkelon "Price for Residents" project, despite no sales in the key YAMA project at Sde Dov and other sites. Rev…

Iran's Revolutionary Guards Threaten More Destructive Weapons Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threaten to use more destructive weapons if a new war erupts amid rising tensions, while U.S. President Trump announces unprecedented economic sanction…

Israeli Youth Blend Religious Traditions with Secular Life in Post-October 7 Shift

Amos Luzon Proposes Shutting Down Turbines to Advance Dorad 2 Power Plant Approval

Amos Luzon proposed shutting down three turbines at Dorad 1 to reduce output and comply with ownership limits, aiming to unblock approval for the Dorad 2 power plant. The Electric…

Man in His 50s Found Dead Near Ashkelon National Park Beach

A man in his 50s was found dead near Ashkelon National Park beach after a prolonged search by emergency teams.

Man in His 50s Found Dead at Ashkelon National Park Beach

A man in his 50s was found dead at Ashkelon National Park beach after being missing for hours; medical teams confirmed his death.

Israel Faces Intensifying Heatwave with Extreme Temperatures Across Most Regions

Israel is experiencing a worsening heatwave with temperatures rising above seasonal averages, especially inland and in mountainous areas, leading to heavy to extreme heat stress a…

Samuel Haralap: Harvard-Educated Business Leader and Philanthropist Transformed Israeli Car Market

Samuel Haralap, a Harvard-educated Israeli businessman and philanthropist, transformed Carmobil into a leading car importer and was an early investor in Mobileye. Alongside his wi…

Woman Loses Four Fingers in Kitchen Blender Accident in Ashkelon

A 58-year-old woman in Ashkelon lost four fingers after they were caught in a blender while cooking, and she was hospitalized in moderate condition.

Ashkelon District Doctor Issues Administrative Stop Order for Ashdod Business

Ashkelon district doctor Professor Natalia Bilenko issued an administrative stop order yesterday for the "Tatam Tevin" business in Ashdod, suspending its operations.

Israeli Police Uncover Drug Apartment in Ashkelon Containing Doctor, Crystal Meth, and Marijuana

Israeli police raided a drug apartment in Ashkelon on February 2, 2026, seizing two kilograms of various drugs and arresting a suspect. This operation is part of ongoing intensifi…

Investigation Finds No Football Link in Arson of Senior Israeli Referee's Car

Three suspects were questioned over the arson of senior Israeli football referee Gal Leibovitz's car, with police ruling out any connection to his football duties. The investigati…

Ido Fleisher Returns to Hapoel Be'er Sheva Dimona for New Season

Ido Fleisher, a 28-year-old basketball center, has signed a one-year deal to return to Hapoel Be'er Sheva Dimona after playing for Ironi Ashkelon last season. He has a notable car…

Israeli Police Arrest Ashkelon Hacker for Cyberattacks on Multiple Companies

Israeli police arrested a hacker from Ashkelon who used malware to breach dozens of companies and steal sensitive data. Acting alone, he was caught after a covert investigation an…

Benny Draifus Appointed Chair of Government Energy Company Shte'a for One Year Amid Election Transition

Benny Draifus was appointed chairman of the government energy company Shte'a for one year during Israel's interim government period. His appointment, approved by Finance Minister…

Wolt Delivery Driver Arrested for Harassing and Threatening Channel 12 Reporter in Ashkelon

A Wolt delivery driver in Ashkelon was arrested after harassing and threatening Channel 12 reporter Itay Galon during a live report. The police launched a quick investigation, and…

Israel Advances Complex Restoration of Evrona Nature Reserve After 2014 Oil Spill

Twelve years after a major oil spill contaminated 144 dunams of Israel's Evrona Nature Reserve, a complex restoration project is underway. The cleanup involves removing 30,000 ton…

Dalia Energy Secures Financial Closure for Ashkelon Power Project in Ashdod

Dalia Energy secured financial closure and regulatory approval for its Ashkelon Avshal power project in Ashdod, with Bank Hapoalim arranging 5.2 billion shekels in debt and a 20-y…

Man Attempts Suicide in Court Cell After False Arrest Over Door Damage

A man in Ashkelon attempted suicide in a court detention cell after being falsely arrested for door damage. The judge ruled the arrest unjustified, and police said the arrest was…

Temperatures Slightly Drop Today in Israel Before Heatwave Returns Tomorrow

Israel experiences a slight temperature drop today with partly cloudy skies, followed by a gradual return of a heatwave from Wednesday through Friday, bringing above-average tempe…

Israel Sees Slight Temperature Drop and Possible Light Rain Amid Heat Relief

Israel will see a slight temperature drop and possible light rain in the north and coastal plain tomorrow, easing the heat temporarily before temperatures rise again later in the…

Multiple Violent Incidents Erupt in Eilat Hotels and Holon Water Park Over Smoking and Chairs

Violent incidents broke out at the Yamit 2000 water park in Holon and multiple hotels in Eilat, involving assaults over smoking and disputes about chairs. Several suspects were ar…

Hasidic Leader Rabbi Elimelech Biederman Leads Slichot Prayers in Ashkelon

Rabbi Elimelech Biederman led a historic Slichot prayer event in Ashkelon, drawing hundreds to the Neve Yam synagogue for a powerful spiritual gathering.

Israeli Police Track Missing Persons Globally but Fail to Locate Child Heimnot Kasao After 902 Days

Israeli police have successfully located missing persons abroad and domestically within hours or days, but have failed to find Heimnot Kasao, a young girl missing for 902 days in…

Israel’s Average Apartment Price Rises 7.9% Despite Overall Price Index Falling 1.5%

Israel's housing price index fell 1.5% year-over-year in Q2 2026, but the average apartment sale price rose 7.9% to 2.435 million shekels due to shifts in the types of apartments…

Ashkelon Man Arrested on Bus for Breaking into Four Local Businesses

A man in his 30s from Ashkelon was arrested on a bus near Tel Aviv for allegedly breaking into four local businesses in Ashkelon during August. Police linked him to the crimes thr…

Israeli Parliament Urges Supreme Court to Lift Freeze on Budget Transfers Approved by Finance Committee

The Israeli Knesset has asked the Supreme Court to cancel an interim order freezing 366 million shekels in budget transfers approved by the Finance Committee in August, arguing no…

Israeli Security Agencies Warn of Rising Iranian Attempts to Recruit Israeli Journalists via Phishing

Israeli security agencies warned of increased Iranian intelligence attempts to recruit Israeli journalists through phishing on WhatsApp and Telegram. The efforts aim to steal sens…