Beersheba
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Beersheba, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Three Arrested for Assault at Luxury Hotel in Eilat Following Harassment Incident
Three men were arrested at the Shlomo HaMelech Hotel in Eilat after harassing and assaulting a couple, leading to police intervention and ongoing investigation.
Severe Injury in Two-Car Crash Near Beit Shemesh, Victim Airlifted to Soroka Hospital
A two-vehicle accident near Beit Shemesh left a man in his 70s seriously injured and airlifted to Soroka Hospital, while another person was lightly hurt and hospitalized in Ashkel…
Bride and Groom Detained After Causing Major Traffic Jam Near Beersheba
A bride and groom were detained by police after their wedding convoy caused a major traffic jam on Route 40 near Beersheba, disrupting traffic and prompting police investigation b…
Suspect in Yimno Zalaka Murder to Return to School Amid Rising Crime Concerns in Israel
The suspect in the murder of 21-year-old Yimno Zalaka in Petah Tikva will return to school despite the violent crime sparking public outrage. This case is part of a broader patter…
Four Young Israelis Killed in Six Months Amid Rising Youth Violence
Four young Israeli men were brutally murdered over six months, highlighting a rise in youth violence and raising concerns about law enforcement and prevention efforts. Indictments…
Israel Confirms No Ebola Cases After Testing Suspected Patient Returning from Congo
Israel's Ministry of Health confirmed no Ebola cases after testing a suspected patient who returned from Congo and was isolated in Beersheba. The ministry continues monitoring the…
Shabbat Start and End Times for Parashat Shoftim Across Israeli Cities
Parashat Shoftim, detailing Moses' final commandments, is read this week. Shabbat start and end times vary across Israeli cities, with Jerusalem's Shabbat beginning at 18:48 and e…
Slight Temperature Drop in Israel, But Heat Remains Above Seasonal Norms
Israel experiences a slight temperature drop on Friday, mainly inland and in the mountains, but heat remains above normal. Coastal areas stay hot with rough seas, and temperatures…
Israeli Woman Kidnapped by Family to Hebron Rescued and Returned Home
An Israeli woman in her twenties was kidnapped by family members to Hebron but was quickly located and returned home by Israeli security forces. The family was detained for invest…
Exclusive Footage Reveals Last Meeting Before Jerusalem Airbnb Murder and Arrests in Plot
Exclusive footage reveals the last meeting between murder victim Benyahu Razi and suspect Agam Sarfi before his killing at a Jerusalem Airbnb. Multiple suspects, including Sarfi…
Israeli Lawyers Face Rising Threats and Violence Following Recent Attorney Murder
Following the murder of attorney Arbel Feldman by a client, Israeli lawyers face escalating threats and violence, including arson and physical assaults. Several lawyers report fea…
Israeli Organizer Hosts 'Cuddle Parties' Offering Safe, Non-Sexual Touch for Healing
Avishag Maya Zaluf has been organizing "cuddle parties" in Israel for 12 years, creating safe, non-sexual spaces for platonic touch and emotional healing. These events attract div…
Three Indicted in Failed Assassination Attempt in Ashdod After Bomb Detonates on Road
Three men have been indicted for a failed assassination attempt in Ashdod involving a bomb attached to a car that exploded on the road, causing significant damage but no fatalitie…
Two Injured in Car Collision on Nachal Peres Street in Beersheba
Two people were injured in a car accident on Nachal Peres Street in Beersheba, with one moderately hurt and the other lightly injured, both taken to Soroka Hospital.
Architect Urges Israeli Leaders to Experience Public Transport and Urban Life Beyond Cars
Architect Orna Angel criticizes Israeli politicians for relying on cars, which limits their understanding of public transport and urban challenges. She urges leaders to experience…
Guitarist Avi Ben Shitrit Sues Lior Narkis for Over One Million Shekels After Seven Years
Guitarist Avi Ben Shitrit has sued Israeli singer Lior Narkis and his production company for over 1.2 million shekels, claiming wrongful termination after seven years of exclusive…
Tel Aviv Leads Israel in New Apartment Sales Amid Rising Inventory Backlog
In Q2 2026, Israel sold about 22,640 apartments with new apartment sales rising sharply, led by Tel Aviv, despite a large backlog of unsold units totaling over 84,000 nationwide…
Israeli Families Reestablish Settlements in Northern Samaria 21 Years After Evacuation
Israeli families have returned to reestablish the Kadim settlement in northern Samaria 21 years after evacuation, following a government decision led by Minister Bezalel Smotrich…
Israel Launches Nationwide Fairs to Support Reserve Soldiers’ Businesses
Israel is hosting a series of fairs in September across four cities to support businesses owned by reserve soldiers who served during recent conflicts. The events aim to thank res…
Heatwave Breaks as Temperatures Drop and Rain Arrives in Northern Israel
Israel will see a break from a severe heatwave this weekend as temperatures drop to seasonal levels and light rain showers begin, especially in northern and coastal areas, with th…
Two Teenagers Charged with Robbing Elderly Woman in Beersheba
Two teenagers from Beersheba have been charged with robbing and assaulting a 75-year-old woman and her partner in July, stealing her handbag containing cash and personal items and…
Dramatic Footage Reveals Entry, Escape, and Arrest in Benyahu Razi Murder Case in Jerusalem
Authorities released footage showing the entry, escape, and arrest of suspects in the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem. Seven suspects, including minors and adults, face charge…
Israeli NGO Raises Millions Without Transparency to Mobilize Overseas Voters
An Israeli NGO linked to the Democratic Party has raised nearly two million shekels without transparency to mobilize overseas Israeli voters ahead of elections. The group, origina…
Israel Launches International Tender for New 600-Bed Medical Center in Beersheba
Israel's Health and Finance Ministries have launched an international tender to design the new Peres Medical Center in Beersheba, featuring 600 hospital beds and integrating menta…
Minister Miri Regev Responds to Apology from Father of Terror Victim Shani Luk
Israeli Culture Minister Miri Regev responded to an apology from Nissim Luk, father of terror victim Shani Luk, after a confrontation in Jerusalem. Regev rejected false reports ab…
Man in His 60s Shot Dead at Gas Station Near Shefa-Amr Amid Family Feud Investigation
A man in his 60s was shot dead at a gas station near Shefa-Amr, with police investigating links to a deadly family feud. Over the weekend, two young men were seriously injured in…
Shilat Huta Faces Long Imprisonment Over Role in Benyahu Razi Murder
Shilat Huta is facing serious legal consequences for her involvement in the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem. Although she claims she did not witness the stabbing or foresee th…
Nova Tribe Community Distributes 850 Backpacks to Southern Massacre Survivors' Children
The Nova Tribe Community is distributing 850 backpacks with school supplies to children of southern massacre survivors and bereaved families across Israel to support their return…
Shas Extends Tenure of City Rabbis, Enabling Decades-Long Appointments with High Salaries
Shas has changed the rules for appointing city rabbis in Israel, enabling them to serve for decades with high salaries. The average tenure is now over 35 years, with some rabbis e…
Beersheba Triumphs Over Red Star Belgrade in Champions League Qualifier
Hapoel Beersheba defeated Red Star Belgrade 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier on August 11, 2026, taking a 2-0 aggregate lead. Zlatanovic scored the winning…
Five-Year-Old Ian Abu Amar Drowns in Public Pool; Family Calls for Safety Reforms
Ian Abu Amar, a five-year-old from Lakiya, drowned last week in a public pool in Omer while the lifeguard was distracted by his phone. The family donated Ian’s organs, saving two…
Founders Decide to Establish Maon Settlement in Southern Hebron Hills
Amir Kadmon, a founder of the Maon settlement, described how a group of young pioneers chose the southern Hebron Hills for their agricultural community despite logistical challeng…
Israeli Border Police Uncover Double Wall Concealing 11 Illegal West Bank Residents in Commercial Vehicle
Israeli Border Police at the Ofar checkpoint near Jerusalem discovered 11 illegal West Bank residents hidden in a double wall inside a commercial vehicle. The driver from Beersheb…
Israeli Dentist Investigated for Failing to Report Over 10 Million Shekels in Income
Israeli dentist Raad Albaz is under investigation for allegedly failing to report over 10 million shekels in income and submitting false asset declarations. Authorities found disc…
Three Teens Charged with Two-Hour Sexual Assault Under Knife Threat in Beersheba
Three boys aged 13-14 in Beersheba are charged with forcing two 14-year-olds to perform sexual acts under knife threats for two hours, recording the abuse. The case, investigated…
Max Stock Reports 86 Million Shekel Profit Amid Higher Prices and Expanded Logistics
Max Stock reported a 45% profit increase to 86 million shekels in H1 2026, boosted by higher prices, a new logistics center, and a weaker dollar. The chain plans to open five new…
Suspected Ebola Case Isolated in Israel After Return from Congo
An individual returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Israel is suspected of having Ebola and is isolated at Soroka Medical Center. Tests are ongoing, with results expe…
Israeli Police Arrest Dozens Including Crime Boss in Southern Extortion Crackdown
Israeli police arrested dozens, including a crime boss, in a large operation targeting extortion and protection rackets in southern Israel, following an undercover investigation.
Cinema Experience in Israel Deteriorates Amid Rising Youth Disruptions and Violence
During Israel's summer vacation, cinema experiences have worsened due to disruptive youth behavior, including noise, littering, and violence. Several incidents, including an assau…
Mother Honors Daughter Mifal Adam's Legacy Against Bullying at Beersheba Festival
Yona Adam will honor her late daughter Mifal Adam, who was bullied and later murdered, with a lecture at Beersheba's Children's Theater Festival. The event promotes anti-bullying…
Israel Faces Extreme Heatwaves with Slight Cooling Expected by Friday
Israel is enduring heavy to extreme heatwaves across most areas, with slight cooling expected by Friday accompanied by possible light rain in northern and central regions.
Israeli Enforcement Chief Details Intensified Crackdown and Challenges in Negev Land Disputes
Avi Cohen, head of Israel's Land Enforcement Authority, revealed intensified enforcement in the Negev, with nearly 300 families evacuated in two years amid ongoing land disputes i…
Man Seriously Injured in Truck Overturn Near Lehavim Junction in Negev
A 58-year-old man was seriously hurt after a truck overturned near Lehavim junction on Route 31 in the Negev and was taken to Soroka Medical Center.
Avi Maoz Launches New Phase for Noam LeIsrael to Unite Right-Wing Camp
Avi Maoz, leader of Noam LeIsrael, is repositioning his party to unite religious Zionists, Haredim, and traditional voters ahead of Israel's elections, focusing on education refor…
Suspect in Netivot Killing Released by Court, Police Appeal Decision
A suspect arrested after the Netivot killing was released by court, but police appealed to keep him detained as the investigation continues.
Israeli Court Upholds Likud Ban on MKs Running in Regional Primaries
The Tel Aviv District Court upheld the Likud party's internal court decision to annul a narrow vote allowing MKs and ministers to run in regional primaries, maintaining the ban on…
Israeli Police Arrest Three Bedouin Men with 2.2 Kg of Cocaine After Highway 6 Chase
Three Bedouin men were arrested on Highway 6 near Beit Kama after a police chase uncovered 2.2 kg of cocaine and other drugs in their vehicle. They are now detained and awaiting a…
Five-Year-Old Boy Dies After Drowning in Public Pool Near Beersheba
A five-year-old boy from Lakia died six days after drowning in a public pool in Omer near Beersheba despite resuscitation efforts and hospitalization.