Galei Tzahal
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Galei Tzahal, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Minister Emphasizes Unity Amid Altalena Wreckage Discovery and Political Disputes
Following the discovery of the Altalena shipwreck, Israeli Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu called for unity amid political disputes, defended right-wing responsibility, and high…
Israeli Media Lacks Representation of Russian-Speaking Voices Despite Large Community Presence
Dolev Cohen's anti-Russian language remarks sparked national outrage, revealing a broader issue of Russian-speaking Israelis' exclusion from mainstream media. Despite a large Russ…
Israeli Government's Attempt to Shut IDF Radio Station Fails Due to Inefficiency and Legal Flaws
The Israeli government’s attempt to close the military radio station Galei Tzahal failed due to procedural flaws and political bias, leading the Supreme Court to overturn the deci…
Elishiv Harel Appointed Health and Southern Region Correspondent for Galei Tzahal
Elishiv Harel, a former soldier from a Haredi background, has been named health and southern region correspondent for Galei Tzahal, fulfilling a lifelong dream and aiming to highl…
Price-Tag Attacks Erupt in South Hebron Amid Nightly Evictions of Illegal Outposts
Price-tag attacks, including arson and graffiti, targeted southern Hebron following nightly IDF evictions of illegal Jewish outposts, one disrupting a military helicopter pad. The…
Defense Minister Katz Criticizes Supreme Court Ruling on IDF Radio Closure, Vows to Renew Efforts
Defense Minister Israel Katz opposes the Supreme Court's ruling preventing the closure of the IDF's Galei Tzahal radio station and promises to revisit the matter after upcoming el…
Netanyahu Apologizes to Lapid After Cancelled Security Briefing Meeting
Prime Minister Netanyahu canceled a security briefing meeting with Opposition Leader Lapid, who left in frustration; Netanyahu later apologized for the confusion.
Breslov Hasidim Explore Plan to Let Draft Dodgers Travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah
Breslov Hasidic leaders are considering a plan to allow thousands of draft dodgers to travel to Uman for Rosh Hashanah by temporarily lifting their exit bans through initial milit…
Israeli TV Host Korin Gideon Celebrates 34th Birthday with Personal Revelations
Israeli TV host Korin Gideon celebrates her 34th birthday, revealing her theater studies, military service, law degree, and breakthrough hosting "Big Brother." She married into a…
Avigdor Lieberman Rejects Minority Government Plans Proposed by Gadi Eizenkot
Avigdor Lieberman opposes Gadi Eizenkot's reported plan to form a minority government in Israel, insisting Israel Beiteinu will only join a government with a full 61-seat majority.
Over Half a Billion Shekels Raised for Israeli Yeshivas Amid Government Funding Freeze
The Olam HaTorah Fund has raised over 700 million shekels since 2024 to support Israeli yeshivas after government funding stopped, including institutions with draft-evading studen…
Israeli Arab Affairs Commentator Zvi Yehezkel Marks 56 with Unique Career Highlights
Zvi Yehezkel, a leading Israeli commentator on Arab affairs, celebrated his 56th birthday with a career spanning security work, undercover journalism, and religious transformation…
Avigdor Lieberman Rules Out Supporting Minority Government Without Full Parliamentary Majority
Avigdor Lieberman declared that Yisrael Beiteinu will not support a minority government without a full majority, rejecting coalition plans relying on external or Arab party suppor…
Israeli Journalist Akiva Novick Celebrates 38th Birthday with Surprising Career Highlights
Israeli journalist Akiva Novick marks his 38th birthday on August 16, 2026, highlighting his diverse career from military correspondent to political reporter and Eurovision commen…
Netanyahu Sparks Outrage by Calling UK 'Islamic Republic' in Podcast Interview
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the UK the "Islamic Republic of Britain" in a podcast, provoking condemnation from British Jewish groups and public figures. The r…
PM Netanyahu and Father of Fallen Soldier Reflect on Loss and Legacy Through Yoni Netanyahu’s Letters
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Avi Harosh, father of fallen soldier Reef Harosh, to discuss loss and legacy inspired by Yoni Netanyahu’s letters found with Reef’s belo…
Tel Aviv Man Arrested for Sophisticated Food Delivery Payment Scams
A Tel Aviv man was arrested for a series of sophisticated scams involving impersonating food delivery customers and businesses to steal credit card details, resulting in thousands…
Likud Launches Sharp Attack on New Right-Wing Party Led by Edelstein and Ardan
Yuli Edelstein and Gilad Ardan's new right-wing party faces a sharp Likud attack after Edelstein hinted at supporting Benny Gantz for prime minister. Likud accuses them of betrayi…
US Takes Control of Concrete Plants Sealing Gaza Tunnels Along Israel Border
Concrete plants near Gaza, initially operated by Israel to seal tunnels, are now under US control and funding, signaling increased American involvement in Gaza affairs and raising…
Rabbinical Courts Face Forced Shutdown Sunday Over Frozen Government Funds
Israel's rabbinical courts are set to shut down Sunday after the Supreme Court blocked 18 million shekels in government payments, risking a repeat of Microsoft system shutdowns du…
Young Man from Modiin Illit Arrested for Threatening Bnei Brak Police Commander
Moshe Cohen from Modiin Illit was arrested for threatening to kill the Bnei Brak police commander, with the court confirming the threats were serious and extending his detention.
IDF Prepares to Deploy Polling Stations Inside Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza for Upcoming Elections
The IDF is preparing to deploy polling stations inside Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza for soldiers to vote in upcoming elections, while enforcing strict political neutrality measures. C…
IDF Restricts Gaza Strikes by Requiring Chief of Staff Approval for Targeted Killings
The IDF has reduced its Gaza strikes by requiring Chief of Staff approval for all targeted killings, limiting operational scope and resulting in fewer attacks over recent days.
Israeli Influencer Lehiya Griner Hospitalized Amid Stroke or Heart Attack Scare
Israeli influencer Lehiya Griner was hospitalized Tuesday after experiencing breathing difficulties and fear of a stroke or heart attack, sharing her ordeal on Instagram. She bega…
Ziv Burns Reinstated to IDF Reserve Unit After Defense Minister Katz's Intervention
Ziv Burns, a right-wing activist, was reinstated to his IDF reserve unit after Defense Minister Israel Katz intervened to reverse a decision to end his service over political stat…
Central Elections Committee Warns Against Undermining Public Trust to Incite Anarchy
Israel's Central Elections Committee deputy CEO warned that attempts to falsely portray elections as flawed threaten public trust and democracy, aiming to incite anarchy and divis…
Breslov Hasidim Protest New Exit Ban Enforcement at Ben Gurion Airport Terminal 3
Hundreds of Breslov Hasidim protested at Ben Gurion Airport against a new immigration rule blocking exit bans at check-in, disrupting traffic until police intervened. The change a…
Israeli Population Authority Blocks Ultra-Orthodox Draft Dodgers From Flying Abroad Early
Israel's Population and Immigration Authority now blocks ultra-Orthodox draft dodgers from flying abroad by enforcing exit bans at airline check-in, preventing thousands from trav…
IDF Issues New Guidelines Restricting Entry to West Bank Areas After Attack Near Kfar Tal
The IDF's Central Command has issued new guidelines restricting unauthorized entry into West Bank Areas A and B following a deadly attack near Kfar Tal. The directive warns that e…
Free Press in Israel Faces Escalating Threats Amid Political Incitement and Violence
Israel's free press faces escalating threats including physical attacks, political incitement, and legislative pressures under Prime Minister Netanyahu's campaign against independ…
Entrance Door to Channel 12 News Building Vandalized Again in Tel Aviv
The entrance door to Channel 12 News in Tel Aviv was vandalized again, marking the second such attack this month amid rising threats against media outlets. Police are investigatin…
Eight New Settlements Established in West Bank Since Friday Attack, IDF Weighs Response
Following a deadly attack in the West Bank on Friday, eight new Israeli outposts have been established in the Samaria region, including two in the last day. The IDF has yet to dec…
IDF Admits Prior Knowledge of Settlers' Tour Before Deadly Attack in West Bank
The IDF admitted it knew in advance about settlers' planned tour near the West Bank village of Tel but failed to secure them, leading to a deadly attack killing two Israelis.
Ehud Banai Condemns Netanyahu AI Campaign, Warns Against Believing It
Israeli musician Ehud Banai condemned AI-generated election videos from Netanyahu and Religious Zionism, warning of rising hatred and distrust ahead of the elections. He criticize…
Yoav Kutner Clarifies Misrepresented Comments in Israeli Hip-Hop Documentary
Yoav Kutner criticized the editing of his remarks in the Israeli hip-hop documentary "Black Gold," clarifying that his comments were taken out of context and did not disparage the…
Israel Awaits US Decision on Scope of Potential Iran Strike Amid Diplomatic Stalemate
Israel is closely watching US deliberations on a possible strike against Iran after Tehran rejected a ceasefire proposal, with President Trump yet to decide on the attack's scope…
Bnei Brak Spy Seeks Supreme Court Order to Allow Newspaper Reading and Family Visits
Binyamin Weiss, accused in the Bnei Brak espionage case, petitioned Israel's Supreme Court to allow newspaper reading and family visits after nearly two years of restrictions. He…
TGI Survey Shows Sharp Rise in Ultra-Orthodox Radio Listenership, Decline in Print Newspaper Exposure
The TGI survey reveals a notable increase in listenership of ultra-Orthodox radio stations in Israel, led by Radio Kol Chai Music, while overall weekday radio listenership slightl…
103fm and Echo 99fm Lead Regional Radio Ratings with Strong Listener Growth
The 103 Group's radio stations, including 103fm and Echo 99fm, lead Israel's regional radio ratings with significant listener growth in early 2026, while Galei Tzahal and Galgalat…
Roni Duani Returns to Music at 40 with New Sound and Single
Israeli pop icon Roni Duani returns to music at 40 with a fresh sound and new English single "Anytime," reflecting on her past career and influence on younger artists.
Yaniv Megal Criticizes Media Coverage After Gilad Farm Fire in Heated Exchange with Amichai Etali
On Channel 14's The Patriots, Yaniv Megal criticized Israeli media for underreporting a fire at Gilad Farm, sparking a heated debate with Amichai Etali who accused panelists of en…
IDF Denies Budget Freeze on Lebanon Border Fortifications Amid Arab Media Claims
Israel's military radio reported a budget freeze halting fortifications on the Lebanon border, which the Ministry of Defense and IDF denied. Arab media seized on the report to hig…
Israel Tax Authority Chief Meets Bnei Brak Mayor Over Violence Against Staff Halting War Damage Claims
The Israel Tax Authority has halted processing war-related property damage claims in Bnei Brak after violent attacks on its employees. Director Shay Aharonovitch will meet Mayor H…
Likud MK Dan Illouz Calls for Netanyahu to Step Down After October 7 Events
Likud MK Dan Illouz urges a leadership change after the October 7 attacks but stays in the coalition to influence key policies like the conscription law.
MK Hili Tropper Rules Out Coalition with Mansour Abbas, Citing Non-Zionist Stance
MK Hili Tropper stated that Israel requires a Zionist government and ruled out joining a coalition with Mansour Abbas's Ra'am party, citing ideological differences.
IDF Leaves 11 Lebanon Border Outposts Vulnerable to Explosive Drones Due to Budget Cuts
Due to budget shortages, the IDF has halted protective upgrades at 11 Lebanon border outposts, leaving them vulnerable to Hezbollah drone attacks. Despite ongoing threats and rece…
Yaron Ilan Launches Weekly Live Music Show on Channel 14
Yaron Ilan, a veteran Israeli broadcaster known for Mizrahi music, has joined Channel 14 to host a new weekly live show "Friday Live," starting from Rehovot Market. After two deca…
Israeli Knesset Approves Radio Reform Extending Regional Licenses Until 2033 Without Fees
The Israeli Knesset approved a radio reform law extending regional commercial radio licenses until 2033 without fees and transitioning to nationwide licenses thereafter. The law p…
