Eli Goldschmidt — Israel news coverage in English

Israelis Mark Third Anniversary of October 7 With Protests Demanding Inquiry

Israelis marked the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with protests and memorial events nationwide. Demonstrators demanded government acco…

Security9m ago

Israeli Police Seek Public's Help Finding Missing Holon Man

Israeli police are seeking the public's help to find Shlomo Hadad, a 64-year-old man from Holon. He was last seen on October 4 on Warburg Street and has not been heard from since…

Security9m ago·2 outlets

Plane Hijacking Attempt Rattles Gulf, With Iran Suspected

An attempted hijacking of a Flydubai plane has caused reputational damage to the UAE and increased tensions between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, which is leading the investigation. Calcal…

Politics10m ago

Israel Eases ID Card Renewals Ahead of Elections

Israel's Population and Immigration Authority and the Central Elections Committee have launched a new policy allowing citizens to renew identity cards without appointments ahead o…

Security10m ago·2 outlets

Nova Party Equipment Thieves Sentenced in Israel

An Israeli court sentenced Ram Shahin to seven years in prison for stealing sound equipment from the Nova music festival site after the October 7th attack. Daniel Hasson received…

Security12m ago

Survivor Michael Lewis Warns of Another October 7th Without Leadership Change

Survivor Michael Lewis called on Israelis to remember the October 7th massacre and demand accountability from their leaders, noting that no one has yet taken responsibility. She w…

Culture13m ago

Actress Rona-Lee Shim'on Recalls October 7th Trauma

Israeli actress and dancer Rona-Lee Shim'on revealed on Instagram her experience on October 7th, explaining she watched all available videos to honor the victims. She described th…

Security13m ago

Netanyahu Received Multiple Warnings Before Oct. 7, Reports Say

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received multiple warnings about potential threats, including specific concerns about Gaza, before the October 7th attacks. Warnings reportedly c…

Economy13m ago

Israelis Raise $30 Million for War Victims Via Crowdfunding

Israeli crowdfunding platforms raised approximately $30 million for war-related causes since the October 7th attacks, supporting victims, soldiers, and memorial projects. Over 605…

Security14m ago·5 outlets

Man Charged for Spitting at Jerusalem Church Amidst Hatred

Jerusalem prosecutors have indicted Avraham Antman, 19, a resident of Yitzhar, for spitting at the "Prison of Christ" church in Jerusalem's Old City. The indictment alleges the ac…

Security15m ago10·12 outlets

Bar-Ilan University Lecturer Indicted for Plotting Mass Attacks on Arabs

An Israeli court has allowed the publication of Professor Shachar Nivo's name, a Bar-Ilan University lecturer indicted for allegedly plotting mass attacks against Arab citizens of…

Security17m ago·2 outlets

Israeli Police Deny Shin Bet Chief's Claims of Armed Groups in Negev

A senior Israeli police officer denied claims by Shin Bet chief David Zini that armed, military-style groups are being formed in the Negev. The officer questioned the source of Zi…

Security17m ago

Gaza Border Shelters Declared 'Antiquities' to Preserve Oct. 7 Evidence

Israel's Minister of Heritage, Amichai Eliyahu, declared Gaza border shelters from the October 7th attacks as "antiquities" and national heritage sites. This designation legally p…

Politics18m ago·3 outlets

NYC Mayor to Attend Oct. 7 Memorial, Then Meet Palestinian New Yorkers

New York City Mayor Zuhraan Mamdani will attend an October 7th memorial event and later meet with Palestinian New Yorkers on Wednesday. This schedule follows an invitation from Is…

Politics18m ago·4 outlets

US Bipartisan Delegation Visits Shomron on October 7 Anniversary

A bipartisan US delegation visited the Shomron region on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks, at the invitation of regional council head Yossi Dagan. The lawmakers tour…

Politics19m ago·2 outlets

UK Prime Minister Pledges Support for Jewish Community, Reaffirms Two-State Solution

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham assured the UK's Jewish community of his government's support and commitment to combating antisemitism, particularly on the third anniversary o…

Economy21m ago·6 outlets

19 Groups to Compete for Israel's NIS 65 Billion Metro Project

Nineteen groups of Israeli and international companies have qualified to bid on the first phase of Israel's NIS 65 billion metro project, the country's largest infrastructure unde…

World23m ago

Global Media Marks October 7 Anniversary With Divergent Narratives

International media outlets marked the third anniversary of the October 7th Hamas attacks with varied coverage, highlighting Israeli trauma and victim remembrance alongside narrat…

Security24m ago·3 outlets

Israeli Mother and Daughter Not Arrested in Africa; Iranians Impersonated Them

Israeli police clarified that Mally and Liel Yahalomi were not arrested in Namibia, Africa. Instead, two Iranian women impersonating Israelis were detained for allegedly holding f…

Politics24m ago

Palestinian Political Vision Unchanged Despite War, Analyst Says

A unified Palestinian political vision has not emerged despite three years of war and significant destruction, according to political science professor Bilal Al-Shobaki. He stated…

Security28m ago·13 outlets

Israeli Transport Ministry Officials Under Police Probe for Outside Work

Israel's Lahav-433 police unit is investigating senior Ministry of Transport officials, including Avraham (Avri) Cohen and Dvir Rubinstein, for alleged outside employment with for…

General28m ago

Parents Establish Public Service Center in Memory of Daughter Killed on Oct. 7

The 'B'Derachei Noam' center was established by the parents of Noam Abramovich, who was killed on October 7, to promote public service among Israeli youth. The center, operating u…

Security28m ago

Global Media Examines Israel's Security Failures and Iran's Evolving Threat

International media is scrutinizing Israel's October 7th intelligence failures, attributing them to decision-making errors rather than a lack of information. A New York Times opin…

Politics30m ago

Eisenkot's Campaign Manager Accused of Controlling Candidate's Media Appearances

Journalists Sharon Gal and Shirit Avitan Meir allege that Ronen Manelis, campaign manager for Gadi Eisenkot, leader of the Yisrael Beiteinu party, exerts significant control over…

Security31m ago

Gaza's Economy Not the Key to Conflict, Israel's Strategy Flawed

Israel's strategy of addressing Gaza's economic woes to de-escalate conflict has failed, with no alternative solutions found three years later. The leadership believed military co…

Politics31m ago·2 outlets

Model Michael Lewis Warns of Another October 7th Without Accountability

Model and content creator Michael Lewis criticized Israeli leadership for the lack of accountability three years after the October 7th massacre. He warned that without proper lead…

Security35m ago

Israeli Basketball Suffers Major Blow Amidst War, Faces Difficulties Abroad

Israeli basketball teams are facing severe challenges due to the ongoing war, struggling with difficult travel conditions, lack of home crowds, and financial losses in European co…

Economy35m ago·2 outlets

Record 1.23 Million Israelis Traveled Abroad in September

A record 1.23 million Israelis traveled abroad in September, the highest number ever for that month. The timing of the High Holidays contributed to the surge. Most travelers, 89%…

General36m ago

Hostage Survivor Describes Release Day as Harder Than Kidnapping

Hostage survivor Yelena Trofanov described her release day as more difficult than her kidnapping, having learned of her husband's murder and son's abduction upon returning home. S…

Security37m ago·7 outlets

Satellite Images Show Activity Resuming at Iranian Nuclear Site Hit by Israel

Satellite images show renewed activity at Iran's Minzadehei nuclear site, struck by Israel in March. The images reveal vehicle traffic and clearing work, suggesting operations are…

Security38m ago·5 outlets

Iranians with Israeli Passports Detained in Namibia, Not Israeli Tourists

Two Iranian women, a mother and daughter, were detained in Namibia with fake Israeli passports, not Israeli tourists Mali and Liel Yaalomi as initially reported. Chabad representa…

General39m ago

Hostage Survivors Eli-H Cohen and Ziv Avod Return to Site of Nova Party Massacre

Hostage survivor Eli-H Cohen and fellow survivor Ziv Avod returned to the site of the Supernova music festival massacre where Cohen was abducted and Avod survived. After 505 days…

Culture42m ago

News Anchor Slams Jews Celebrating Christian Holidays in Israel

Channel 14 news anchor Noy Bar criticized Jewish Israelis celebrating Christian holidays and businesses selling decorations for them. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, she called…

Security42m ago

Hostage Killed by IDF After Escaping Hamas Captivity

Three Israeli hostages, Yotam Haim, Alon Shamriz, and Samer Talalka, were killed by IDF fire after escaping Hamas captivity in Gaza. The incident occurred on December 15 in the Sh…

Politics43m ago

Israel's Foreign Minister Meets Over 1,000 Christian Leaders at Jerusalem Summit

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met with over 1,000 Christian leaders from 117 countries at the "Friends of Zion" summit in Jerusalem on October 6, 2026. Sa'ar stated that I…

Security44m ago

Israel Boosts Air Force Base Security After UK Drone Attack Attempt

Israel has increased security around its southern air force bases following an attempted drone attack on a British base, fearing similar attacks. The Israeli Air Force has altered…

Economy44m ago

New Insurer Ailon Struggles to Stand Out Despite Strong Recruitment

New insurer Ailon is experiencing a second month of weak returns in September, with slight negative performance in general provident funds and minimal positive returns in stock tr…

Security46m ago

Rescued Hostage Details Hamas Threats and Personal Tragedy

Almog Meir Jan, rescued after 246 days in Hamas captivity, described constant threats of being shot by captors if Israeli forces approached. His dramatic rescue by Yamam officers…

Security47m ago

Thai Passenger Recounts Terror on Flydubai Flight, Praises Israeli Fellow Travelers

Wirawat Rogpan, the only Thai passenger on a Flydubai flight that experienced severe turbulence, described the terrifying moments that led to an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia…

Security49m ago

Nova Party Hostage Survivor Recounts Harrowing Ordeal in Gaza

Segev Kalfon, a survivor of the Nova music festival massacre and subsequent hostage ordeal in Gaza, detailed his terrifying experience during a special broadcast. He described his…

Security49m ago·4 outlets

Palestinians Stone Israelis in Samaria, Five Injured

Five Israelis were injured on Wednesday morning, October 7, when Palestinians threw stones at them near Sebastia in Samaria. A 25-year-old man sustained a moderate head injury and…

Politics50m ago

Radio Host Calls Book Critical of Netanyahu 'Despicable'

Radio host Yinon Magal called a book critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "despicable" and a "blood libel" during a radio broadcast. The book, "Mr. Abandonment," features…

Economy51m ago

Northern Border Communities See Surge in New Home Construction

Northern Israeli border towns are experiencing a boom in residential development, with many former residents returning to purchase new plots. In Metula, 60% of buyers for 76 new p…

Economy54m ago

Consumers Entitled to Significant Compensation for Late Online Deliveries

Israeli consumers are entitled to significant compensation for delayed online deliveries under consumer protection laws. A significant delay can result in 300 shekels, while a pro…

Culture54m ago·4 outlets

Idan Amedi Shares Final Photo Before October 7th

Singer and actor Idan Amedi shared a moving Instagram story on the three-year mark before October 7th, posting his last personal photo taken on October 6, 2023. Amedi, who was sev…

Culture55m ago

Lior Narkis's Ex-Wife Shares Struggles, Cautions Against Her Smile

Sapir Narkis, ex-wife of singer Lior Narkis, described a difficult morning on Instagram, detailing a burn and a broken fingernail. She later posted a selfie with a smile, warning…

Culture55m ago·2 outlets

Prominent Rabbi Launches Emergency Fund for Convert Groom

Rabbi Gershon Mordechai Hirsch has launched an emergency fundraising campaign for a convert and Torah scholar facing financial difficulties before his wedding. The groom, who has…

Security56m ago·2 outlets

IDF Source: Southern Lebanon Operation Will Take Years, No Withdrawal Planned

An Israeli military source told Sky News Arabic that the IDF will not withdraw from southern Lebanon for years, as dismantling Hezbollah infrastructure will take time. The source…