Eilat
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Eilat, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Hapoel Katamon Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv Reach Athena Cup Semifinals
Hapoel Katamon Jerusalem and Maccabi Tel Aviv advanced to the Athena Cup semifinals after wins on August 25, 2026. Hapoel Katamon beat Maccabi Holon 3-0, while Maccabi Tel Aviv wo…
Rare August Rainfall Expected Across Northern and Central Israel Next Week
Israel's Meteorological Service forecasts rare August rain across northern and central regions starting Saturday night, with heavy showers expected. This unusual weather follows e…
Israeli Hotel Industry Declines as Domestic Tourism Drops and Regional Gaps Widen
Israel's hotel industry is declining in 2026, with fewer domestic tourists and uneven regional occupancy rates. Eilat leads in occupancy, while Jerusalem and the north lag behind…
Asia Restaurant Opens as Israel's Largest Asian Dining Experience in Eilat
Asia, Israel's largest Asian restaurant, opened in Eilat after 18 months of preparation, featuring 400 seats, a vast kitchen, and a menu by Moshe Badishi. The 10 million shekel pr…
Israel Faces Intense Heatwave This Week Before Possible Weekend Rainfall
Israel is enduring a severe heatwave this week with temperatures above normal, expected to last until Saturday when a rare rain system may bring cooler weather and precipitation…
Rabbi Natan Shoham Awarded NIS 500,000 in Defamation Lawsuit Against Three Defendants
Rabbi Natan Shoham and Michael Shoham won a defamation case against three defendants, who were ordered to pay 500,000 shekels and remove defamatory content after failing to defend…
Eden Hason and Nadav Hantsis Perform Hit Songs for Israeli Annual Music Chart Amid Maritime Incident
Eden Hason and Nadav Hantsis performed their hit songs for Israeli soldiers aboard a naval vessel after Hason was stopped by the Israeli Navy near Jordanian waters. Both artists a…
Israel Must Restore Education Ministry's Authority to Ensure Equal Schooling
Israel's education system, funded with 97 billion shekels and serving over 2.5 million students, suffers from fragmented authority among the Ministry of Education, local authoriti…
Apple Plans iPhone 18 Pro Price Hike After Recent Price Cut in Israel
Apple recently cut iPhone 17 Pro prices in Israel but plans to raise prices for the iPhone 18 Pro models next month due to rising component costs. The new models may cost $100 mor…
Israeli Police Deny Abuse Claims Against Dimona Resident in Eilat Incident
Israeli police denied claims by a Dimona man alleging he was violently assaulted by officers in Eilat after being accused of harassing women. Police said he was arrested and relea…
Israel Faces Ongoing Disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport Amid Calls for Structural Reform
Ben Gurion Airport faced major disruptions during peak tourist season, prompting criticism of management and calls for reform. Prime Minister Netanyahu focused on political aspect…
Eilat Counterterror Unit Boosts Readiness Amid Rising Regional Threats
The Eilat counterterrorism unit has increased readiness amid threats from Yemen, Iran, and Jordan, preparing for attacks near the city’s sensitive borders. Composed of local reser…
Habib Haim Ben Aryeh Releases 'Song of Proverbs' Dedicated to Late Friend Yossi Biton
Israeli singer Habib Haim Ben Aryeh created the upbeat single "Song of Proverbs" inspired by Chabad proverbs during a Sukkot visit. Two years later, after his friend Yossi Biton d…
Hapoel Eilat Signs Experienced Forward James Dike for 2026/27 Season
Hapoel Eilat has signed forward James Dike for the 2026/27 season, adding an experienced player with prior Israeli and international experience to boost their roster.
Gadi Eizenkot Emerges as Major Political Challenger to Netanyahu Ahead of Israel Elections
Gadi Eizenkot, former IDF Chief of Staff, has quickly become a leading political challenger to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 2026 elections, with his…
Air Haifa Maintains Normal Operations Amid Ben Gurion Airport Chaos
Amid severe congestion and delays at Ben Gurion Airport, Air Haifa maintained normal flight operations from Haifa Airport, serving thousands of passengers and expanding its routes.
Shuki Salomon Sparks Debate on True Meaning of Haredi Identity Amid Community Criticism
Shuki Salomon sparked controversy in the Haredi community by openly discussing internal issues, questioning the basis of Haredi identity beyond appearances. Israeli crime data sho…
Six Suspects Arrested for Brutal Beating Outside Eilat Supermarket
Six suspects were arrested in Eilat after a man was brutally beaten outside a supermarket, with security footage confirming their involvement. Police dismissed claims that the vic…
Bnei Akiva Recruits Record 314 Youth Leaders for 2023-24 Nationwide
Bnei Akiva is deploying a record 314 youth leaders across Israel for 2023-24, a 14% rise from last year, focusing on northern and Gaza envelope communities. Eighty-three leaders a…
Israel Experiences Brief Relief from Heat as Temperatures Drop Today Before Rising Tomorrow
Israel experiences a brief drop in temperatures today, easing heat especially in the north, before temperatures rise again on Monday above seasonal norms, with stable weather expe…
Israeli Teen Ori Zerbal Wins Gold at MMA World Championship in Abu Dhabi
Israeli MMA athlete Ori Zerbal won gold at the under-18 MMA World Championship in Abu Dhabi, defeating a Russian opponent in the final. Yulia Shlezinger earned bronze amid a boyco…
August Brings Universal Discomfort and Anticipation for Its End in Israel
In Israel, August is widely disliked due to heat, humidity, and crowds, prompting many to eagerly await its end. Nir Kipnis shares personal reflections on August's challenges from…
Israeli Navy Hosts Torah Lesson as Jewish Music Stars Unite at National Event
Rabbi Yaakov Shapira visited the Israeli Navy base in Eilat to deliver a Torah lesson and encouragement to soldiers. At a major event in Jerusalem, top Jewish singers performed fo…
Israeli Autism Association Secures Continued Therapy Services in Eilat Amid Funding Challenges
The Israeli Autism Association successfully secured funding to continue providing essential therapeutic services for autistic children in Eilat, overcoming previous budget challen…
Shabbat Start and End Times for Parashat Ki Tetzeh 5786 Across Israeli Cities
Parashat Ki Tetzeh, containing the most commandments, is read this week with Shabbat times provided for major Israeli cities, including Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, guiding observant J…
Netanyahu Faces Political Fragmentation Amid Public Service Collapse and Ben Gurion Airport Crisis
Benjamin Netanyahu faces political fragmentation and public service collapse highlighted by a major strike that shut down Ben Gurion Airport. His leadership is criticized for fost…
Extreme Heat Intensifies Across Most of Israel with Record High Temperatures
Israel faces an escalating heatwave with temperatures rising above seasonal norms and extreme heat warnings issued nationwide. The Meteorological Service predicts heavy to extreme…
Google Fitbit Air Smart Band Offers Comfort but Lacks Full Support in Israel
Google's Fitbit Air smart band offers a lightweight, affordable fitness tracking option with excellent comfort and battery life but lacks official support and premium features in…
Ariel Movement Welcomes New Youth Leaders with Support from Settlement Minister Struck
The Ariel youth movement held a ceremony to welcome new youth leaders after their training seminar, with Settlement Minister Orit Struck attending to offer support. The leaders co…
Apple Cuts iPhone 17 Pro Prices in Israel Ahead of iPhone 18 Launch
Apple has lowered prices of the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max in Israel by about $90 amid rising component costs, ahead of the iPhone 18 launch.
Shufersal Becomes Official Importer of LEGO Products in Israel with Dedicated Store Sections
Shufersal has been appointed as the official LEGO importer in Israel, launching dedicated LEGO sections in 90 stores and an online shop. This move allows customers to conveniently…
Israeli Man Swims to Jordan Despite Travel Ban, Held for Two Weeks
Yuri Komer, banned from leaving Israel, swam from Eilat to Jordan undetected, was detained there for two weeks, and returned to Israel for investigation.
Mother of Fallen Israeli Soldier Fights to Restore Son’s Name from Online Abuse
Rotem Leizer, mother of fallen Israeli soldier Nehorai Leizer, is campaigning to stop the derogatory use of her son’s name online and restore its honor. Nehorai, who died in comba…
Israeli Police Arrest Three Suspects in International Human Trafficking Ring
Israeli police arrested three suspects from southern Israel for running an international human trafficking ring recruiting Eastern European women for prostitution. Their detention…
Ben Gurion Airport Closes Amid Chaos, Hundreds of Flights Delayed or Canceled
Ben Gurion Airport closed on Thursday, halting all landings and causing delays or cancellations for over 600 flights and 100,000 passengers. Arkia Airlines reported multiple fligh…
Four Teenage Girls Brutally Attack Minor Over Broken Phone in Eilat Park
Four teenage girls in Eilat brutally attacked a minor over a broken phone, causing severe injuries. Two suspects face charges and house arrest, while the others await indictment…
Violence and Fights Persist in Eilat Hotels Amid Tourist Crowds
Violent incidents involving fights have increased in Eilat hotels during a busy tourist weekend, with police arresting seven suspects. The violence is linked to alcohol, heat, and…
Wolt's 'Duty-Free' Deals Often More Expensive Than Market Prices, Study Finds
Wolt markets some products as "duty-free" with VAT savings, but a price check shows these items often cost more than elsewhere, urging buyers to compare prices before purchasing.
Top 7 Culinary Stops to Enhance Your Drive to Eilat and Back
Travelers driving to Eilat can enhance their journey by stopping at seven recommended culinary spots in southern Israel, offering everything from traditional coffee and goat chees…
Israeli Influencer Shelly Serebryanikov Shares Beauty Tips and Cosmetic Wishes
Israeli influencer Shelly Serebryanikov discusses her beauty mistakes, cosmetic procedure wishes, and fashion habits, emphasizing natural eyebrow styling and practical wardrobe ch…
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…
Rabbi Yair Hadaya Officially Appointed Chief Rabbi of Eilat in Ceremony with Israel's Chief Rabbis
Rabbi Yair Hadaya was officially appointed as the Chief Rabbi of Eilat in a ceremony attended by Israel's Chief Rabbis and local officials. The appointment highlights the city's d…
Israeli Soldiers Surviving October 7 Nova Party Attack Struggle for Recognition and Rights
Three years after the October 7 Nova party massacre, Israeli soldiers who survived face bureaucratic barriers delaying recognition and treatment. While civilians received immediat…
Preliminary Drilling Begins for Kiryat Shmona Railway Project in Northern Israel
Transport Minister Miri Regev confirmed that preliminary drilling has begun in Kiryat Shmona for a new railway line connecting northern Israel to Eilat. The project, launched in 2…
Singer Eden Hason Triggers Israeli Navy Alert After Drifting Near Jordan Border in Eilat
Israeli singer Eden Hason accidentally drifted near the Jordanian border on a jet ski in Eilat, prompting an Israeli Navy response. After a brief police check confirmed it was a n…
Arava Settlement Turns Dates Into Premium Brandy, Arak, and Gin
The Arava settlement of Tzofar has developed a unique distillery producing premium arak, brandy, and gin from dates. Yonatan Greini leads the Arava Distillery, which uses natural…
KKL Launches Unprecedented $190 Million Development Plan for Southern Israel
The Jewish National Fund approved a historic $190 million investment plan to develop southern Israel, focusing on infrastructure, environmental projects, cultural events, and sett…
Pro-Palestinian Protests Target Israeli Cricket Team at World Cup Qualifiers in Finland
The Israeli cricket team faces organized pro-Palestinian protests during World Cup qualifiers in Finland, with chants accusing Israel of genocide and apartheid. Despite the hostil…