central Israel
Israeli-media coverage mentioning central Israel, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Unseasonal August Rain Causes Flooding and Road Closures in Jerusalem and Golan Heights
Unseasonal August rains caused flooding in Jerusalem and the Golan Heights, leading to rescues and road closures. Thunderstorm warnings were issued across northern and central Isr…
Prominent Criminal Lawyer Alon Kriti Indicted for Extortion Threats
Alon Kriti, a prominent Israeli criminal lawyer, was indicted for extortion threats following his arrest three weeks earlier in a serious criminal case.
Two Young Men Charged with Arson of Japnika Branch in Givatayim Amid Crime Family Feud
Two 18-year-olds from Rehovot have been charged with arson at a Japnika restaurant in Givatayim amid a feud between crime families, with one employee inside during the attack. The…
Israeli Police and IDF Rescue Young Woman Allegedly Kidnapped to Hebron by Family
Israeli police and IDF forces rescued a woman in her 20s from central Israel who was allegedly kidnapped by her family and taken to Hebron. The family was detained for investigati…
Israeli Hospital Performs First 3D-Printed Shoulder Reconstruction for Rare Bone Cancer
A 41-year-old Israeli woman with a rare malignant bone tumor underwent successful shoulder reconstruction using a custom 3D-printed implant at Wolfson Medical Center, marking a fi…
Masked Youths on Scooters Set Fire to Japnika Branch in Givatayim Amid Gang Conflict
Israeli authorities charged youths involved in arson and grenade attacks in central Israel, including the burning of a Japnika restaurant in Givatayim amid a gang feud.
Israeli Police Unveil Exclusive Footage and Indict Suspects in Violent Criminal Feud
Israeli police released exclusive footage and filed indictments against suspects involved in a violent grenade and arson campaign linked to the Mosli-Jerushi crime feud. The suspe…
Israeli Lawyer Arrested for Smuggling Drugs Hidden in Eyelash Remover Bottles
Israeli police arrested a lawyer for smuggling GBL and other drugs concealed in bottles labeled as eyelash remover products. The shipment came from England via Turkey and was inte…
Rabies Outbreak Spreads to Central Israel with Woman Bitten in Ramat Gan
Israel faces a rapid rabies outbreak spreading from the north to central regions, with 95 confirmed cases this year. A woman in Ramat Gan was bitten by a rabid dog and a fox attac…
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Highway 4 Over Draft Evasion Arrest
Extremist ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 in central Israel on Wednesday evening to protest the arrest of a yeshiva student suspected of draft evasion. The student was…
Israel Sees 41% Surge in Canceled Home Purchases Amid Market Shifts
Canceled home purchases in Israel surged 41% from January to August 2026, with most cancellations in 2024 before financing restrictions. Sales rose in June 2026 but mainly in seco…
Sports Instructor Charged with Sexual Abuse of Vulnerable Women in Central Israel
Gilboa Dahan, a sports instructor in Netanya, is indicted for sexually abusing five helpless women with intellectual disabilities during sports activities at a care facility. The…
Central District Couple Indicted for Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Minor Daughters and Family Toddlers
A couple from central Israel faces charges for sexually abusing the woman's minor daughters and family toddlers, including producing and sharing exploitative images and engaging i…
Haredi Protest Resumes Over Arrest of Draft-Dodging Youth in Central Israel
The Haredi Heretzpanim faction is renewing protests after a young Haredi man was arrested and transferred to military police custody following questioning at Lahav 433. Police say…
Police Clarify Yeshiva Student's Military Extradition Amid Growing Ultra-Orthodox Protests
Israeli police clarified that yeshiva student Moshe Steiner was interrogated for serious crimes and found to be a military deserter, leading to his extradition to the military pol…
Eldar Dayan Laid to Rest in Eilat After Being Missing for Weeks
Eldar Dayan, missing for three weeks, was found dead in central Israel and buried in Eilat, with two friends suspected of his murder.
Police Arrest Man in Bat Yam for Possession of Stun Grenade on Balfour Street
A 22-year-old man was arrested by Bat Yam police for holding a stun grenade on Balfour Street after a public report.
Aunt Mourns Eldar Dayan at Funeral, Denounces Police and Media Treatment
Eldar Dayan's aunt mourned him at his Eilat funeral, condemning the police and media for mistreatment after his body was found following two weeks missing.
Worker Critically Injured After Falling from Ladder in Central Israel
A man in his 70s fell from a ladder while working in central Israel and is now in critical condition, receiving emergency medical care.
Ben Caspit Criticizes Likud MK Guetta Over Party List Reservations and Loyalty to Netanyahu
Likud MK Sasson Guetta defended Prime Minister Netanyahu's choice to reserve party list spots despite not knowing some candidates, sparking sharp criticism from journalist Ben Cas…
Elad Hassin Prepares for 17th Coaching Season with Maccabi Ramat Gan After Successful Stint in Eilat
Elad Hassin, after successfully coaching Ironi Eilat to promotion, takes over Maccabi Ramat Gan aiming to rebuild and reach the playoffs, influenced by mentor Pini Gershon. He ref…
Early Childhood Education Faces Severe Staff Shortages, Thousands of Infants Denied Subsidized Care
Israel's early childhood education sector faces a critical shortage of 3,500-4,000 caregivers, leaving over 20,000 infants without subsidized daycare this year. The caregiver-to-i…
America Israel Invests NIS 21 Million in Urban Renewal Project in Ramat Gan
America Israel is investing NIS 21 million for a 49% stake in Av-Gad’s urban renewal project in Ramat Gan, which will replace existing buildings with 300 new apartments and commer…
Israeli Actor Orel Tzabari Hospitalized with Kidney Stone Linked to Weight Loss Injections
Israeli actor Orel Tzabari was hospitalized with severe pain caused by a tiny kidney stone linked to dehydration from weight loss injections. Medical experts explain kidney stones…
Israeli Border Police Arrest 22 Illegal Residents in Coordinated Night Raids in Central Israel
Israeli Border Police and district officers conducted coordinated night raids in South Tel Aviv and Yavne, arresting 22 illegal residents hiding in secret housing complexes. The o…
Three Central Israel Residents Charged with Arson of Tiberias Event Hall
Three young men from central Israel have been indicted for arson after they masked their identities, altered their car's license plate, and set fire to an event hall in Tiberias.
Son of Former Shas MK Arrested Carrying Loaded Unlicensed Gun in Central Israel
The son of a former Shas MK was arrested near Nesher for carrying a loaded, unlicensed pistol. He claims he felt threatened after his partner's murder. His detention has been exte…
Police Release Final Footage of Eldar Dayan with Friends Before His Death
Israeli police investigating Eldar Dayan's murder released footage showing him with two friends at the site where his body was found. The friends deny involvement but remain suspe…
Criminal Lawyer Indicted for Extortion and Threats Over Unpaid Loan
A criminal lawyer from central Israel has been indicted for extortion after threatening a former client to repay tens of thousands of shekels and sending people to intimidate him…
Israeli Health Ministry Orders Partial Closure of Central Israel Assisted Living Facility Over Safety Violations
The Israeli Ministry of Health ordered a partial closure of an assisted living facility in central Israel after a surprise inspection revealed repeated medication shortages and un…
Young Woman from Central Israel Arrested for Impersonating Man in Multiple Romantic Relationships
A woman from Petah Tikva was arrested for impersonating a man and engaging in romantic relationships with five women, leading to a police investigation and seizure of digital evid…
Couple Impersonates Insurance Agents to Scam Hundreds of Thousands from Arab Community
A couple in central Israel impersonated insurance agents to scam hundreds of thousands of shekels from mostly Arab victims by obtaining cash withdrawal codes and quickly withdrawi…
17-Year-Old From Jaffa Arrested for Cocaine Possession and Multiple Drug Sales
A 17-year-old from Jaffa was arrested on July 28 for possessing 50 grams of suspected cocaine and is suspected of four additional drug sales in central Israel. He remains detained…
18-Year-Old Woman in ICU After Nose Surgery Mistake Involving Acid Injection
An 18-year-old woman suffered severe burns after acid was mistakenly injected instead of anesthesia during nose surgery in central Israel, leading to emergency treatment and polic…
Chairman of Mifal HaPais Calls for Comprehensive Support Beyond Computers for Israeli Children
Itzik Lari, chairman of Mifal HaPais, warns that providing computers alone no longer closes educational gaps for Israeli children, especially those in conflict zones. He highlight…
Israeli Tax Authority Arrests Man Hiding in Hotel Suite Over Fake Invoice Scheme
Israeli tax authorities arrested Dudu Ohana in a Hadera hotel suite for running shell companies involved in fake invoices after he evaded investigation. His son was implicated in…
Central Israel Singer Detained Over Alleged Assault on Partner Amid Conflicting Claims
A central Israel singer was arrested on suspicion of assaulting his partner after a loud dispute, with both parties offering conflicting accounts of the incident. The singer denie…
Two Friends Begin Testimony in Eldar Dayan Murder Investigation in Central Israel
Two friends of Eldar Dayan have begun cooperating with police in central Israel after being charged with his murder following the discovery of his body. Investigators are working…
Seven Charged in Jerusalem Airbnb Murder of Benyahu Razi
Seven suspects, including Agam Sarfi and Shilat Huta, were indicted for the murder of Benyahu Razi in a Jerusalem Airbnb. The indictment details a planned killing led by Sarfi and…
Suspected Arson Sparks Multiple Fires in Ramat Gan, Seven Residents Evacuated
Three fires suspected to be arson broke out early morning in Ramat Gan, Israel, affecting residential buildings on Herzl and Jabotinsky Streets. Seven residents were evacuated due…
Bomb Explodes at Under-Construction Rami Levy Store in Ramla Amid Crime Wave
A pipe bomb exploded early Thursday at a Rami Levy store under construction in Ramla, causing minor damage but no injuries. Police are investigating possible links to organized cr…
14-Year-Old Drives Parents' Hyundai at 170 km/h on Highway 6, Arrested by Police
A 14-year-old boy was arrested after driving his parents' Hyundai Kona at 170 km/h on Highway 6 without a license or permission. Police tracked and stopped him during a traffic en…
Israeli Police Confirm Eldar Dayan's Body Found, Two Suspects Detained
Israeli police confirmed the body found near Highway 40 is Eldar Dayan, missing since July 25. Two suspects were detained and their arrest extended. The case was transferred to a…
Two Teen Suspects Arrested for Twice Breaking into Bnei Brak Municipality in July
Two 16-year-old suspects from central Israel were arrested and charged for breaking into Bnei Brak municipality twice in July 2026, stealing electronics and causing property damag…
70-Year-Old Man Dies From West Nile Virus as Infected Mosquitoes Spread in Central Israel
A 70-year-old man in Israel died from West Nile virus complications amid a rise in infected mosquitoes in central Israel. Ten cases have been reported this year, with authorities…
Deputy Mayor's Lawyers Deny Sexual Misconduct Allegations, Claim Extortion
The deputy mayor of a central Israeli city faces sexual misconduct allegations, which his lawyers deny as extortion and a false plot. They claim the complainant sent him personal…
Israel Successfully Tests Advanced Arrow Missile Defense System Upgrade
Israel's Ministry of Defense, IDF, IAI, and the US MDA successfully tested an upgraded Arrow missile defense system on August 5, 2026, enhancing capabilities against future threat…
Israeli Supreme Court Orders Chevra Kadisha to Compensate Soviet Immigrants Millions
The Israeli Supreme Court ordered Chevra Kadisha to compensate Soviet immigrants millions of shekels. Justice Alex Stein blocked a large budget transfer for ultra-Orthodox educati…
