Beersheba
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Beersheba, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Historic milestone on the tracks: Eastern Railway line opens Sunday
Israel will open the new Eastern Railway line on Sunday after repeated delays. The line will be rolled out gradually and is intended to eventually connect Haifa and Beersheba.
Zviki Hadar on Aging, Comedy, and Staying Relevant
Zviki Hadar reflected on his 60-year life and career, from early odd jobs and satire to his role in the successful film "Kupa Reshita." He discussed aging, his Beersheba identity…
Thousands Attend Unity Celebration for Rabbi Shalom Ifergan in Netivot
Thousands attended the main memorial event for Rabbi Shalom Ifergan, known as Baba Shalom, on Wednesday night, led by his grandson, Rabbi Netanel Shiriki. The ceremony in Israel d…
Migo Opens Enrollment for Subsidized Technical Training for Haredi Men
Migo is enrolling Haredi men for its eighth cohort of subsidized technical and engineering technician programs. The evening courses, offered in multiple Israeli cities, include tu…
Southern Democratic candidate says the Negev needs partnership, not scapegoating
Avi Dabush toured the Negev with three fellow Democratic Party primary candidates and argued that the region needs partnership with Bedouins, not collective blame. He backed stron…
Bedouin protesters in Beersheba denounce demolitions in the Negev
About 1,000 Bedouin protesters rallied in Beersheba against demolitions in the Negev after homes were destroyed in Tel Arad and al-Sar. Community leaders accused the state of mass…
Hundreds of Bedouin Protest in Beersheba After Ben Gvir Vows More Home Demolitions
Hundreds of Bedouin protesters demonstrated in Beersheba on Thursday against home demolitions in the Negev. The rally followed remarks by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvi…
Oren Aharoni Set to Become Eilat’s New Coach with Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Approval
Oren Aharoni has agreed to coach Eilat and is expected to sign in the coming days, with Maccabi Tel Aviv’s approval. He leaves his role running Maccabi’s youth department after a…
A Day of Food, Art and Renewal in Beersheba
A Beersheba travel piece describes a city in the middle of a cultural and culinary makeover. The writer visits museums, artist studios and a market food truck, ending with an espe…
Levin to Convene Judicial Appointments Panel, but Not as the High Court Ordered
Justice Minister Yariv Levin plans to convene the Judicial Selection Committee next week for three rounds of appointments to traffic, family, and juvenile courts. The move comes d…
Israeli Teenage Girls Surge Into Combat-Prep Courses After October 7
The article describes a growing wave of Israeli teenage girls training for combat roles since October 7. It follows several girls preparing for elite IDF units and says women now…
Israeli Soldier Found Bound in Tarqumiyah Says He Was Abducted for Criminal Reasons
A soldier was found bound overnight in Tarqumiyah, near Hebron, after saying he had been abducted for criminal reasons while in uniform. He was transferred to Israeli forces via c…
Why many pregnant women hope to give birth on a “beautiful” date
June 26, 2026 has become a sought-after birth date, but doctors say cesarean deliveries must be based on medical need, not a “beautiful” calendar date. The article explains the ma…
Weekend Forecast: Mild, Seasonal Weather With Heat Warnings in Several Areas
Israel’s weekend forecast calls for mild, seasonal weather with little change in temperatures. The Meteorological Service issued a yellow heat warning for several hot inland and s…
Kedma plans a 4 to 5 billion shekel gas power plant on Iskor land in Ramla
Kedma Capital is advancing a 900-megawatt natural-gas power plant on Iskor land in Ramla, with construction estimated at 4 billion to 5 billion shekels. The project has received p…
Sunny Days Ahead, With Temperatures Rising Early Next Week
The weather will be partly cloudy in the mornings and generally fair later in the day, with temperatures normal for the season through Saturday. Temperatures will rise slightly on…
Six Hurt in Highway 60 Crash Near Otniel, Young Woman Seriously Injured
Six people were injured in a car accident on Highway 60 near Otniel. A 27-year-old woman was seriously hurt, one man was moderately injured, and four others were lightly hurt. All…
Four-Year-Old Girl in Critical Condition After Scorpion Sting in the Negev
A 4-year-old girl was apparently stung by a scorpion near Kuseife in the Negev. Magen David Adom evacuated her to Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba in serious condition.
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Beersheba given 10 days to seek plea deal after cup final brawl
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Beersheba appeared before the Israel Football Association disciplinary court over the violence after the State Cup final. The clubs got 10 days to seek…
Beersheba Sells Out Season Tickets as Turner Expansion Plan Advances
Hapoel Beersheba sold out 12,600 season tickets for Turner Stadium after winning the championship. Meanwhile, Beersheba Municipality issued a tender to expand the stadium to 30,00…
Beersheba Theater unveils 2026-27 season mixing Israeli originals with international hits
Beersheba Theater has announced its 2026-2027 repertory, mixing new Israeli plays, international adaptations and returning hits. The season includes premieres such as "A Big Idea…
Knesset Panel Approves Repeal of Parking Law, but Timing Remains Unclear
A Knesset committee approved a bill to repeal Israel’s parking law, which had required minute-by-minute billing. If enacted, parking lots will return to charging a full first hour…
Justice Ministry Seeks to Dissolve Charity Over Suspected Financial Misconduct
Israel’s Justice Ministry has asked the Beersheba District Court to dissolve the charity "HaChiyuch Shelahem Biyadenu" over alleged financial misconduct. Officials say a review fo…
Negotiations with Miguel Vitor stall as Hapoel Beersheba prepares for Champions League qualifiers
Hapoel Beersheba is preparing for Champions League qualifying while facing contract and squad issues. Miguel Vitor is unhappy with the club’s one-year extension offer, Kings Kangw…
Israel’s New Traffic Offenses Regime Shifts Most Cases Out of Court
Israel’s administrative traffic offense reform began on February 8, 2026, moving many violations from criminal court to a digital tribunal. Drivers can object, appeal, and still f…
Weekend Forecast: Slight Warm-Up, Mostly Seasonable Weather
Temperatures will edge up slightly on Wednesday, mainly inland and in the mountains, but remain seasonable in most areas. Thursday and Friday are expected to be partly cloudy in t…
Rent Premiums for Shelters Surge as Demand for Safe Rooms Reshapes the Market
Yad2 says apartments with fortified shelter rooms are renting for far more than similar units without them across Israel. The biggest gaps reach nearly 50% in some cities, while b…
Summer Weather Returns With Slight Temperature Rise
Israel is expected to see partly cloudy to clear weather on Wednesday with a slight temperature rise and seasonable conditions. Thursday should remain similar, with light morning…
Victory launches fuel cards with a 55 agorot-per-liter discount
Victori is selling 250-shekel fuel cards that reduce Sonol fuel prices by 55 agorot per liter, with savings of 18.3 shekels per card. The company is also facing a price-fixing tri…
Former Hapoel Beersheba Defender Meets Messi in Kansas City
Or Blorian, recently transferred from Hapoel Beersheba to Sporting Kansas City, met Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul in Kansas City during Argentina’s World Cup training. The arti…
Police Case Against Abraham Aklom Closed, Sparking New Clash With Sapir Borgil
Abraham Aklom said a police case opened after Sapir Borgil’s complaint was closed, while Borgil said it was closed for lack of evidence, not innocence. The former couple, who met…
Knesset Panel Advances Major Reform to Decentralize Public Transport
Israel’s Knesset Economic Committee approved a bill to create metropolitan public transport authorities in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa, with Beersheba to follow later. The refor…
Beersheba and Maccabi Tel Aviv prepare to fight proposed penalties over cup final brawl
Hapoel Beersheba and Maccabi Tel Aviv will face a Wednesday hearing over the State Cup final brawl. Both clubs believe the indictment does not match the video evidence and may see…
Hapoel Beersheba waits on the right offer for Kings Kangwa
Hapoel Beersheba expect Lucas Ventura and Kings Kangwa to join training by the end of the week ahead of the 2026/2027 season. The club is waiting for the right offer for Kangwa, l…
15-Year-Old Killed in Highway 40 Crash Near Beersheba, Another Young Man Injured
A 15-year-old was killed overnight in a rollover crash on Highway 40 near Beersheba. A man about 20 years old was moderately injured and taken to Soroka Medical Center.
Indictment in Beersheba road-rage stabbing after traffic dispute
Israel’s State Attorney’s Office indicted two Beersheba men, aged 21 and 19, for allegedly stabbing a driver after a road dispute. The victim was injured in the leg and stomach, w…
Police Shooting Near Arad Leaves Suspect Moderately Wounded
A Kseife resident was moderately wounded after police shot him near Arad. Police said he was armed and threatened officers, and a handgun and magazine were found on him. He was ta…
Haifa resident gets 8.5 years for gathering intelligence for Iran
The Haifa District Court sentenced Dimitri Cohen, 28, to 8.5 years in prison for helping a foreign agent gather intelligence for Iran. He was paid in cryptocurrency to photograph…
Beersheba Rejects Large Russian Offer for Mohamed Abu Rumi
Hapoel Beersheba rejected a sizable offer from Russian side Akron for Mohamed Abu Rumi. The deal would have doubled his salary, but the club is not looking to sell him now. Abu Ru…
17-Year-Old Charged After Armed Bus Stop Robbery in southern Israel
A 17-year-old from Segev Shalom was indicted in Beersheba for armed robbery and attempted robbery after allegedly threatening three minors with a gun at a bus stop and injuring on…
Ben-Gurion University wine festival sparks row over West Bank wineries
Ben-Gurion University’s wine festival in Beersheba became embroiled in a dispute after four Judea and Samaria wineries said they were disinvited. The university denied any boycott…
Police Raid in Samua Ends in Arrest of Wanted Suspect and Seizure of Stolen Cars
Police raided the Palestinian village of Samua on Sunday night, seizing two stolen Mazda cars with fake plates and arresting a 32-year-old resident. Officers later arrested a 36-y…
Israel's Cadet Swimmers Win 11 Medals at Mediterranean Meet in Serbia
Israel’s cadet swimming team won 11 medals at the Comen Cup in Serbia, including four golds, and finished third overall. Shon Pumberg and Yoni Dagan led the delegation’s standout…
Hapoel Beersheba gearing up for Champions League qualifiers while seeking foreign reinforcements
Hapoel Beersheba is preparing for Champions League qualifying in a little over a month. Several foreign players are returning to Israel, captain Miguel Vitor may soon extend his c…
Brought to Fit One City: How a Tax Break for Beersheba Is Being Tailored
A bill to grant Beersheba residents a 10% tax credit has been postponed in the ministerial committee, while lawmakers also move to expand Golan tax benefits. The article says the…
Cooling Today, Then a Slight Warm-Up on Wednesday
Israel will see a slight cooling trend today, mainly inland and in the mountains, followed by steadier temperatures on Tuesday. On Wednesday, temperatures are forecast to rise sli…
Eilat falafel stand found charging the highest price in Israel
A Mako Food review says Eilat’s Buteka Falafel sells Israel’s priciest falafel pita at 29 shekels. The stand is a longtime local fixture, but the article questions whether the por…
Slight Cooldown Today, Then Temperatures Rise Midweek
Monday will be partly cloudy to clear with a slight temperature drop, especially inland and in the mountains. No major change is expected on Tuesday, and temperatures are set to r…