Elad
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Elad, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
New Haredi Party 'Black Flag' Emerges to Challenge Shas and United Torah Judaism Over IDF Draft Exemptions
A new Haredi party called Black Flag is forming to challenge Shas and United Torah Judaism by focusing solely on securing IDF draft exemptions for Torah scholars. The party unites…
Family Shocked as Missing Israeli Women Found in Argentina; Donations to Be Returned
Mali and Liel Yahalomi, missing from Vienna, were found safe in Argentina after a planned disappearance. Their family is shocked, and a fundraising campaign has been canceled with…
Hapoel Tel Aviv Fears Return of Games to Israel Amid Player Discontent
Hapoel Tel Aviv's sports panel discussed player dissatisfaction due to limited playing time and the club's fear of returning games to Israel, citing financial and tax benefits abr…
Maccabi Haifa Adjusts Youth Integration Strategy Ahead of New Season
Maccabi Haifa's plan to heavily integrate youth players into the first team has been tempered ahead of the new season. While several young talents remain in the squad or on loan…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Key Question Over Scoring Despite Roster Upgrade
Maccabi Tel Aviv has upgraded its roster and budget significantly for the new season, providing coach Oded Katash with his strongest squad in years. However, the team faces a majo…
Former Elad Mayor Israel Porush Warns of Imminent Civil War Among Ultra-Orthodox Youth
Israel Porush, former Elad mayor and ultra-Orthodox leader, warned young Haredi Jews in Jerusalem of an impending civil war with street violence, reflecting rising extremism withi…
Vizhnitz Rebbe Issues Firm Ban on Military Conscription at Massive Jerusalem Gathering
At a major Jerusalem gathering, the Vizhnitz Rebbe firmly prohibited all forms of military conscription for his followers, urging faith-based education and support for Torah insti…
Israeli Police Charge Three in Attempted Car Bomb Assassination in Ashdod
Israeli authorities charged three men with attempting to assassinate a known criminal in Ashdod using a remote-controlled car bomb that exploded prematurely, causing property dama…
Lithuanian Maggid Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum Delivers Special Weekly Torah Lesson on Shoftim
Rabbi Baruch Rozenblum gave a special Torah lesson on the weekly portion Shoftim during Elul at the Me'or Shraga Beit Midrash in Elad, emphasizing the theme of seeking refuge in c…
Power Couple Star Shir Tern Condemns Surge of Fat-Phobic Comments Online
Shir Tern, a contestant on Israel's "Power Couple," condemned the flood of fat-phobic comments after a clip showed her struggling with a jump. She clarified her difficulty was due…
Israel’s Nili Unit Targets 7 October Attackers to Deter Future Terrorism
Israel’s Nili unit has killed around 2,800 militants involved in the 7 October attacks in Gaza, aiming to establish long-term deterrence. The unit’s strategy reflects lessons from…
Yaakov Bardugo Criticizes Gadi Eizenkot Over Haredi Military Draft Debate
Yaakov Bardugo criticized former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot for hindering the integration of Haredi Jews through military conscription policies, calling for greater inclusion and soc…
New Haredi Party 'Achi' Gains Traction Ahead of Israeli Elections
The new Haredi party 'Achi,' founded in Netivot and led by Rabbi Yuval Elimelech, is entering the Israeli Knesset elections with a platform supporting Torah study and IDF enlistme…
Israeli Court Awards Nearly 550,000 Shekels to Soldier After Accident and Cannabis Addiction
An Israeli soldier injured in a 2021 car accident will receive nearly 550,000 shekels from Phoenix Insurance for PTSD, cannabis addiction, and related disabilities. The Herzliya M…
Israel Housing Market Sees Rising Apartment Purchase Cancellations Amid Modest Sales Growth
Israel's housing market in June 2026 saw a rise in apartment purchase cancellations, especially for contracts signed in 2024 amid financing campaigns. While overall sales increase…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Striker Sayed Abu Faraheh Set to Join MLS Colorado Rapids for $6 Million
Maccabi Tel Aviv striker Sayed Abu Faraheh, 20, is set to transfer to MLS club Colorado Rapids for $6 million plus bonuses, pending league approval. He will likely play his final…
Israeli Parliament Extends Secrecy Order on Government Energy Company QITAF Amid Privatization Plans
The Israeli parliament has extended a secrecy order on the state energy company QITAF until the end of 2024, despite plans to privatize it. The decision was made in closed session…
Hapoel Rishon LeZion Drops Top-Earning Player Elian Rohana From Plans Amid Transfer Interest
Hapoel Rishon LeZion has excluded top-earning player Elian Rohana from their plans for the next season, despite interest from Ahli Nazareth. Rohana refuses to reduce his salary an…
Ariel Barkovitz Advances to Senior Team at Maccabi Ramat Gan Basketball Club
Ariel Barkovitz, grandson of Israeli basketball star Miki Barkovitz, has joined Maccabi Ramat Gan's senior basketball team at age 17, marking his professional debut while also pla…
AbCellera’s Non-Hormonal Menopause Treatment Boosts Stock by 40% After Successful Trial
AbCellera’s non-hormonal drug for menopausal hot flashes significantly reduced symptoms in a 92-patient trial, boosting its Nasdaq stock by 40% to a $2.9 billion valuation. The tr…
Sanz-Kloiznburg Rebbe Arrives for Surprise Visit to Israel Ahead of High Holidays
The Sanz-Kloiznburg Rebbe will visit Israel starting Thursday for a week to support Hasidic communities in Jerusalem, Bnei Brak, and Elad ahead of the High Holidays, including lea…
Asi Bozaglo’s Betrayal Shakes Power Couple 2026, Odaya Pinto Pays the Price
Asi Bozaglo’s betrayal in Power Couple 2026 led to the elimination of Odaya Pinto and disrupted alliances, prompting former enemies to unite against him. This move may ultimately…
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…
Firefighters Battle Spreading Blaze Near Haredi Settlement Yesodot
Seventeen firefighting teams and a helicopter are battling a wildfire near the Haredi settlement Yesodot, which has spread to orchards and beehives. Efforts focus on protecting ho…
Temple Mount Activist Sues Israeli Police for Illegal Restraint After Court-Ordered Release
A Temple Mount activist sued Israeli police for illegally handcuffing and detaining him for hours, including after a court ordered his release during Passover in Jerusalem's Old C…
Six Firefighting Planes Battle Large Blaze in Jordan Valley Near Argaman
Six firefighting planes and ground crews are battling a fast-spreading wildfire near Argaman in the Jordan Valley, threatening a nature reserve and date orchards. The fire began M…
Four Firefighting Planes Deployed to Combat Blaze Near Kerem Hamami Farm in Gush Etzion
A wildfire near Kerem Hamami farm in Gush Etzion is advancing rapidly due to dry weather and strong winds, prompting deployment of four firefighting planes and ground teams to con…
Large Wildfire Advances Toward Kerem Hamami Farm in Gush Etzion, Firefighting Planes Deployed
A fast-moving wildfire in Gush Etzion is advancing toward the Kerem Hamami farm, prompting deployment of four firefighting planes and ground crews to contain it.
Legendary Israeli Band Tislam Appears in Yes Comedy Series Without Yizhar Ashdot
The legendary Israeli band Tislam appears as themselves in the Yes comedy series "Bodeket," but longtime member Yizhar Ashdot is absent due to personal or scheduling reasons and a…
Phoenix Launches Hedge Fund Management Firm to Compete in Growing Israeli Market
Phoenix is launching a hedge fund management company to compete with major Israeli hedge funds amid rapid industry growth nearing $25 billion. Institutional investors like Harel a…
Deputy Mayor Accuses Ichilov Hospital Staff of Neglect and Threats Over Patient Care
Deputy Mayor Yaniv Badalov accused Ichilov Medical Center staff of neglecting a bleeding elderly patient and threatening to withhold treatment from his father unless he left the e…
Top 10 Influential Podcasts Shaping Israel's Audio Landscape Today
Israel's podcast scene has diversified with top shows ranging from in-depth news analysis and true crime to humor and children's storytelling, each defined by unique hosts and for…
Beloved Rabbi Chaim Yermak Passes After Seven Years of Paralysis in Bnei Brak
Rabbi Chaim Simcha Cohen Yermak, a respected Torah scholar from Bnei Brak, died at 64 after seven years of paralysis following a stroke. His family now faces financial difficultie…
Haredi Father Seriously Injured After Being Hit on Road 65 Near Elad
A Haredi father from Elad was seriously injured after being hit by a car while standing beside his disabled vehicle on Road 65. His two young children were also hurt and all were…
Italian Club Torino Eyes Maccabi Tel Aviv Striker Said Abu Farhi Ahead of Transfer Deadline
Italian club Torino is interested in signing Maccabi Tel Aviv striker Said Abu Farhi before the transfer deadline, with the Israeli club valuing him at 6 million euros. Abu Farhi…
Elad Residents Protest Alleged Shabbat Work at Inflatable Park Site, City Denies Claims
In Elad, residents accused the city of conducting Shabbat work to set up an inflatable park, which the municipality denied, confirming only equipment unloading. The security guard…
Rabbi Yedidya Rahamim Yifrah, Founder of Elad Synagogue, Dies at 45
Rabbi Yedidya Rahamim Yifrah, founder of the Ohel Tamar synagogue in Elad, died at 45 after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a widow and seven children. His funeral was held Sa…
Rabbi Mordechai Malka Shares Insights on Parshat Re'eh Despite Health Warnings
Rabbi Mordechai Malka of Elad gave a Torah lesson on Parshat Re'eh on August 7, 2026, despite medical advice to rest and avoid visitors.
Maccabi Tel Aviv Suffers 3-0 Defeat to CSKA Sofia in Europa League Qualifier
10-Year-Old Boy Injured by Car in Elad, Hospitalized with Head Trauma
A 10-year-old boy was hit by a car in Elad and taken to Schneider Hospital with moderate head injuries.
Magen David Adom's Southern Volunteers Enjoy Family Fun Day to Honor Their Life-Saving Work
Magen David Adom's 'Hatzalah South' organized a large family fun day for over a thousand volunteers and relatives at Merhavim, celebrating their dedication to saving lives. The ev…
Omri Kanada Opens Up About Working Two Jobs to Support Family on Power Couple
Omri Kanada revealed on Power Couple that he works two jobs to support his family amid financial struggles, sharing emotional reflections on his difficult past and current challen…
Maccabi Ramat Gan Signs Guard/Forward L.J. Figueroa as Fourth Foreign Player
Maccabi Ramat Gan signed Dominican guard/forward L.J. Figueroa as their fourth foreign player ahead of the new season. Figueroa, returning to Israel after playing for Hapoel Be'er…
Rabbi Chaim Simcha Yermak, Esteemed Bnei Brak Talmudic Scholar, Passes Away at 64
Rabbi Chaim Simcha HaCohen Yermak, a prominent Torah scholar from Bnei Brak, died at 64 after illness linked to COVID-19. He was honored for his humility, devotion to Torah, and c…
Businessman Gad Ze'ev Negotiates $550 Million Acquisition of Gadot Group
Israeli businessman Gad Ze'ev is negotiating to buy the Gadot Group for $550 million amid competing international offers. The current owners, including Tene Investment Fund, are s…
Odia Pinto Voices Common Post-Wedding Whisper Amid Power Couple Drama on Power Couple 2026
On August 6, 2026, Power Couple 2026 featured Odia Pinto voicing common post-wedding sentiments, Assi Bozaglo forming a disruptive alliance, and Omri Kanada revealing financial st…
IDF Chief Visits Gaza, Vows Continued Pressure on Hamas After October 7 Attacks
Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited Gaza with senior commanders, affirming ongoing military efforts to weaken Hamas and vowing to hold accountable those responsible for the…
Grand Wedding Celebrates Granddaughter of Yemenite Torah Sage Rabbi Yitzhak Rezevi
The granddaughter of renowned Yemenite Torah scholar Rabbi Yitzhak Rezevi married this week in a large celebration attended by many rabbis and Torah leaders in Israel. The bride i…