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Settler Violence Surges in West Bank and Jerusalem, Targeting Olive Pickers

Settlers intensified attacks across the West Bank and Jerusalem on Sunday, targeting Palestinian vehicles, farmers, and olive harvesters. The violence included stone-throwing, pro…

General33m ago

Two Killed, Three Injured in Beit She'an Valley Car Crash

Two people were killed and three injured in a serious car crash involving two vehicles in the Beit She'an Valley on Saturday night. The victims were identified as 17-year-old Zoha…

Security49m ago

Suspect Arrested Within Hours for Eilat Stabbing

Eilat police arrested a 26-year-old man from Beit She'an for allegedly stabbing another man, who was moderately injured. The suspect was apprehended within hours of the incident a…

Politics1h ago

Netanyahu Accused of Election Interference Ahead of Planned Meeting

Gadi Eisenkot accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to interfere with elections by scheduling a meeting with the Police Commissioner on the eve of the vote. The…

Politics1h ago

Cross-Party Initiative 'Homes for Warriors' Unites Israeli Political Spectrum

The 'Homes for Warriors' initiative is uniting Israeli political parties to provide housing for reservist soldiers and their families. A pilot program is underway in Kibbutz Holit…

Politics1h ago

Eisenkot Accuses Netanyahu of Trying to Sabotage Elections

Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu, accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of attempting to sabotage the elections by summoning the Police Commissioner two days before…

Politics1h ago

Israel Beiteinu Party Opposes Property Tax Hike

Israel Beiteinu, a political party, has stated its opposition to increasing property taxes on investors and raising municipal property taxes. The party also advocates for import l…

Politics1h ago

Israeli Parties Promise Higher Net Pay; Experts Question Feasibility

Several Israeli political parties have presented plans to increase citizens' net salaries, with proposals ranging from adjusting tax brackets and expanding grants to reducing inco…

Politics1h ago

Israeli Parties Promise Higher Net Pay; Experts Question Feasibility

Several Israeli political parties have proposed measures to increase citizens' net salaries, including tax adjustments and expanded benefits. Experts from various think tanks have…

Politics1h ago

Animal Welfare Takes Center Stage in Israeli Election Campaigns

As Israeli elections near, political parties are increasingly presenting platforms focused on animal welfare, proposing measures like new authorities, stricter enforcement, and im…

Politics2h ago

Israeli Election Law Outlines Strict Penalties for Voter Fraud

Israeli election law carries severe penalties, including prison time, for offenses like bribery, intimidation, impersonation, and ballot secrecy violations. Authorities are cracki…

Security2h ago

IDF Prepares General Closure on West Bank Palestinians During Election Day

The IDF announced it will impose a general closure on Palestinians in the West Bank on election day, restricting entry and exit for laborers. This follows a deadly shooting attack…

Sports2h ago

Hapoel Petah Tikva Faces Jerusalem Amidst Pressure

Hapoel Petah Tikva, struggling near the relegation zone, will host Beitar Jerusalem on Thursday. Coach Omer Peretz is considering lineup changes, potentially benching key players…

Sports2h ago

Hapoel Petah Tikva Faces Jerusalem Amidst Pressure

Hapoel Petah Tikva, struggling near the relegation zone, will host Beitar Jerusalem on Thursday. Coach Omer Peretz is considering lineup changes, potentially benching key players…

Sports2h ago

Foreign Player Excluded From Beitar Jerusalem Squad Against Hapoel Petah Tikva

Beitar Jerusalem is set to play Hapoel Petah Tikva, with striker Giovane Kalo expected to be excluded from the squad. This decision comes as one of the team's foreign players must…

Sports2h ago

Foreign Player Excluded from Beitar Jerusalem Squad for Hapoel Petah Tikva Match

Several Israeli players, including Liel Dar'i, Nevo Shd, and Ravid Abergil, will also not be in the squad, with some looking to transfer in January. Players emphasized the need fo…

Politics2h ago

Haredi Party Leader Claims Intimidation, Vows Electoral Surprise

Moti Lightner, chairman of the Haredi Public Party, announced his intention to run in the elections despite facing pressure and intimidation tactics from the right-wing bloc. He c…

Sports2h ago

Carrington Faces Former Club Amid Struggles at New Team

Kadim Carrington, a former star for Hapoel Jerusalem, is struggling to find his place with Hapoel Tel Aviv after a controversial move. He is averaging significantly fewer points a…

General3h ago

Teenager Dies in Traffic Accident Near Beit She'an

Zohar Tamir, a 17-year-old from Kibbutz Tirat Zvi, died yesterday in a two-car traffic accident on Route 6678 near Sde Eliyahu in the Beit She'an area. The community expressed dee…

Security3h ago

Teenager Killed in Road Accident Near Beit She'an

Zohar Tamir, a 17-year-old from Kibbutz Tirat Tzvi, died yesterday in a two-car collision on Road 6678 near Sde Eliyahu in the Beit She'an region. A fellow kibbutz member describe…

Politics3h ago

Netanyahu Calls Election Integrity Meeting; Ben-Gvir to Attend

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called a meeting on election integrity, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir set to participate. Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot h…

Security3h ago

Protesters Demand Official Inquiry Into October 7 Failures

Families of October 7 victims and survivors protested in Tel Aviv on Saturday, demanding an official investigation into the failures of the attacks. Prominent opposition leaders…

Politics3h ago

Likud Official Warns Election Loss Possible if Turnout Falls Below 70%

Likud field manager Avichai Boaron warned that the party could lose the upcoming elections if voter turnout falls below 70%, stating that 72% turnout would ensure victory. He also…

Politics3h ago

Israeli Party Leaders Make Final Pitches Ahead of Election

Israeli party leaders are making final appeals to voters two days before the 26th Knesset elections. Gadi Eisenkot of Yamina is campaigning on unity and Zionism, while Prime Minis…

Politics3h ago

Netanyahu's Right-Wing Base May Abandon Him Despite Shared Ideals

Right-wing voters are reportedly abandoning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party, not due to ideological shifts, but due to a loss of faith in his leadership following…

Culture4h ago·2 outlets

Prominent Rabbi and Author Rabbi Yehuda Hayek Dies Suddenly at 57

Rabbi Yehuda Hayek, a 57-year-old community rabbi and author from Katzrin, Golan Heights, died suddenly on Shabbat. He was known as a Torah scholar, a certified scribe, and a cand…

Weather4h ago

Election Day Weather Turns Unpredictable with Storms and Flooding Expected

Israel is bracing for a significant shift to winter weather, with election day on Tuesday expected to bring localized rain, thunderstorms, and potential flash floods, particularly…

Politics4h ago·2 outlets

Israeli Parties Intensify Final Push Ahead of October 27 Election

Israeli political parties are in a final push ahead of the October 27 general election, intensifying their campaigns to win over undecided voters. Parties like National Unity, Lik…

Security4h ago

Jerusalem High School Graduate Killed in Severe Jerusalem Traffic Accident

Yotam Avitan, a Jerusalem high school graduate, died last night in a severe traffic accident when a detached tow trailer hit his car. His girlfriend survived the crash. Separately…

Security4h ago

Three Dead in Separate Road Accidents Near Ramallah and Beit She'an

Three people were killed and five injured in two separate road accidents near Ramallah and Beit She'an on Saturday and Sunday. A 35-year-old man died near Ramallah, while a man an…

Sports4h ago·1 outlets

Maccabi Rishon LeZion Celebrates Dramatic Overtime Win Over Maccabi Tel Aviv

Maccabi Rishon LeZion achieved their first win of the 2026/27 season, beating champions Maccabi Tel Aviv 93-90 in overtime. The team celebrated with fans after starting the season…

World5h ago·1 outlets

Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Demanding Inquiry Into October 7 Failures

Thousands rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday evening, demanding an inquiry into failures surrounding the October 7 Hamas attack. Organized by the October Council, the event drew oppo…

Sports5h ago

Kiryat Shmona Football Club Faces Six Straight Losses, Seeks January Changes

Kiryat Shmona Football Club has lost six consecutive games, falling below expectations for the season. Despite disappointment, the club believes it can avoid relegation and plans…

Sports5h ago

Kiryat Shmona Football Club Faces Crisis After Sixth Straight Loss

Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona has lost six consecutive league matches, most recently to Bnei Sakhnin, leading to disappointment and anger within the club. Despite the poor performanc…

Politics5h ago

Immigrant Voters Could Sway Israeli Election Results

Immigrants from the former Soviet Union represent a significant and potentially decisive voting bloc in Israel's upcoming elections. Despite their numbers, their representation in…

Sports5h ago

Tiberias Soccer Club's Plea Deal in Jeopardy Amidst Ownership Dispute

Hapoel Ironi Tiberias drew 1-1 with Netanya, earning their first points in six weeks after a turbulent period including arrests and player investigations. Owner Aryeh Kalmanzon re…

Sports5h ago

Tiberias Soccer Club Deal in Jeopardy Amidst Owner's Refusal to Sign

Hapoel Ironi Tiberias drew 1-1 with Netanya, earning their first points in six weeks after a turbulent period involving arrests and player interrogations. Owner Aryeh Kalmanzon re…

Sports5h ago·2 outlets

Israeli Coach Yitzhaki Makes Dream Debut With Anorthosis Victory

Israeli coach Yitzhaki secured a 2-0 victory in his debut with Cypriot club Anorthosis against Omonia Aradippou. Media reports highlight a positive shift in team psychology, atmos…

Politics5h ago

Eisenkot's Political Gamble and Suspicions Around Lapid's Deal with Bennett

Gadi Eisenkot, a former IDF Chief of Staff, is leading in polls ahead of upcoming elections, but faces internal bloc disagreements on strategy. While Eisenkot's camp pushes for a…

Politics5h ago

Haifa's Voter Turnout Crucial for Upcoming Elections

Haifa's upcoming elections are marked by a push to increase voter turnout, which has historically been low at around 55%. Experts point to the city's diverse demographics and soci…

Politics5h ago

Polls Show No Clear Majority Ahead of Israeli Elections

Recent Israeli election polls show Gadi Eisenkot's "Yashar!" party leading Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud, but no bloc is projected to secure a 61-seat majority. Averages from four po…

Weather6h ago

Israel Sees Slight Temperature Drop, Relief from Heat Stress

Temperatures across Israel dropped slightly on Tuesday, offering relief from heat stress, especially in coastal and lowland areas. The weather is expected to be seasonal with part…

Weather6h ago

Temperatures Drop Slightly, Heat Load Eases Across Israel

Temperatures across Israel will see a slight decrease on Tuesday, offering relief from the heat load, especially in coastal and lowland areas. The weather will be partly cloudy wi…

Security9h ago

Woman, 69, Stung by Scorpion in Jerusalem Neighborhood, Stable

A 69-year-old woman was stung by a scorpion in Beit Zayit, Jerusalem, on Thursday. Emergency medical teams treated her on the scene. She was then taken to the hospital in mild con…

Sports13h ago

Kiryat Shmona Football Club Faces Criticism After Sixth Straight Loss

Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona has lost six consecutive matches, most recently to Bnei Sakhnin, leading to internal criticism and disappointment. The club acknowledges poor performanc…

Security14h ago

Two Killed, Three Injured in Car Crash Near Beit She'an

Two people, a man and a woman in their 30s, died Saturday evening in a car crash near Beit She'an. Three others, including a woman in her mid-20s, were injured and taken to HaEmek…

Security14h ago

Two Killed, Three Injured in Road Accident Near Beit She'an

Two people, a man and a woman in their 30s, died in a two-car collision near Beit She'an on Saturday. Three others, including a woman in moderate condition and two in light condit…

Security14h ago·2 outlets

Two Dead After Car Overturns Near Beit She'an

Two people were found dead after their car overturned in a fatal road accident near Beit She'an on Sunday. Rescue teams extracted the bodies from the vehicle. Reports suggest othe…