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Israeli-media coverage mentioning Haaretz, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Coalition Clash Over Police Investigation Unit Highlights Deep Power Struggle in Israel
Israel's coalition faces internal conflict as the Supreme Court blocks Justice Minister Yariv Levin from advancing reforms to the Police Investigations Department leadership. The…
Left-Wing Critics Target Roy Folkman After Joining Gadi Eizenkot’s 'Yashar' Party
Roy Folkman joined Gadi Eizenkot’s new party "Yashar," prompting a left-wing backlash accusing him of right-wing ties and ideological inconsistency. Despite criticism, Eizenkot pr…
Former Journalist and Political Advisor Orit Galili Zucker Dies at 70 After Cancer Battle
Orit Galili Zucker, a former Haaretz journalist and political advisor to Ehud Barak and Benjamin Netanyahu, died at 70 after battling cancer for over two years. Her son announced…
Man Wearing Tel Aviv Municipality Vest Vandalizes Media Offices and Threatens Journalists
Abraham Hadi, wearing a Tel Aviv municipality vest, vandalized media offices and the Ministry of Justice in July 2026, threatening journalists over coverage of a military detentio…
Gadi Eizenkot's Leadership Aura Meets Political Reality in Israel
Gadi Eizenkot, former IDF Chief of Staff, is seen by many Israelis as a potential national leader, but historical examples like Yigael Yadin show the difficulties military leaders…
Israeli Supreme Court Rules on Controversy Over Closing IDF Radio Amid Political Bias Claims
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled the government can close the IDF's Galatz radio station without new legislation but criticized the flawed process and political motives behind the…
Israeli Columnist Reflects on Media Constraints and Celebrates Jewish Musical Heritage in Jerusalem
An Israeli columnist compares writing to a prison-like constraint and discusses the media's role in shaping public consciousness. He highlights a Jerusalem cultural event featurin…
Israeli Film Funded by Controversial Samaria Foundation Receives Critical Acclaim
The Israeli film "My One and Only," funded by the controversial Samaria Film Fund, has received strong critical praise for its unique storytelling and artistic merit. Despite its…
Israel’s Strike in Syria Sends Strategic Warning to Erdogan Over Turkish Expansion
Israel’s airstrike on a Syrian base aimed to block Turkish military expansion amid Syria’s weakened regime. The strike signals Israel’s intent to prevent Turkey from gaining a foo…
News Anchor Noy Bar Criticizes Left-Wing Content Creator Shir Shachaf Over Harsh Comments
Channel 14 news anchor Noy Bar sharply criticized left-wing content creator Shir Shachaf for insulting political figures and public personalities on social media, calling for more…
Jewish Power Party Highlights Haaretz Journalist Josh Breiner in Election Campaign
Jewish Power is incorporating Haaretz journalist Josh Breiner, a critic of Itamar Ben-Gvir, into its election campaign to highlight the minister's policies using Breiner's critiqu…
Rabbis Isser Klonsky and David Hai Hakohen Join Leadership of Torah HaAretz HaTova Organization
Rabbis Isser Klonsky and David Hai Hakohen will join the leadership of the Torah HaAretz HaTova organization after Rabbi Dov Lior stepped down due to health issues. Rabbi Lior was…
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi Discusses Likud Primaries and Party Challenges
Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi spoke about the Likud primaries, voter turnout, and his reforms in a Srugim interview, expressing confidence in his position and empha…
Democratic Candidate Moshe Redman Labels West Bank Council Head Yossi Dagan 'One of Israel's Most Dangerous'
Moshe Redman, a Democratic Party candidate, harshly criticized Yossi Dagan, Shomron Regional Council head, calling him one of Israel's most dangerous figures amid renewed settleme…
Aviv Geffen Criticizes Police Chief’s Suspension of Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliasi
Israel Police Commissioner suspended right-wing activist and police commander Yoav Eliasi after a report revealed his claims of police protection for a club he co-owned. Musician…
Gadi Eizenkot Plans Minority Government Backed by Arab Parties in Israel
Gadi Eizenkot plans to form a minority Israeli government relying on external support from Arab parties, aiming to replace Netanyahu's government. This strategy faces criticism fo…
Israel’s Economic Deep State Drives High Prices Despite Strong Growth Forecasts
Despite strong economic growth forecasts, Israel faces high living costs due to a structural "economic deep state" of entrenched interests and market concentration. This system pr…
Benny Ziffer Reflects on 50 Years at Haaretz After Dismissal, Citing Role as Provocateur
Benny Ziffer, after 50 years at Haaretz, discusses his dismissal and role as a provocateur supporting Netanyahu within left-wing Israeli media.
Israeli Journalist Warns of Concerning Silence in Vienna Disappearance Case
Two Israeli women disappeared in Vienna over a week ago, with no trace found despite involvement from Austrian and Israeli authorities. Haaretz crime reporter Josh Breiner critici…
Israeli Journalist Condemns Rumors Surrounding Missing Israeli Women in Vienna
Kan 11 journalist Roni Zinger criticized the spread of unfounded rumors about two missing Israeli women in Vienna, Mali and Liel Yahalomi, amid a gag order on the case. She denied…
Israeli Book Chain Tzomet Sfarim Limits Shelf Titles to Improve Quality Control
Tzomet Sfarim, a leading Israeli book retailer, will reduce shelf titles and require pre-approval of new books, including disclosure of self-funding, to improve quality control am…
Investigation Into Missing Israeli Sisters in Vienna Focuses on Financial Motive, Police Say
Israeli police investigating the disappearance of sisters Mali and Liel Yahalomi in Vienna focus on a financial crime angle, suspecting voluntary disappearance rather than kidnapp…
Irony Dominates Israel's 2026 Election Campaign Amid Political Contradictions
Israel's 2026 election campaign features notable ironies, including Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef urging voters against Shas to weaken the right-wing bloc, Gilad Erdan naming his party "Uni…
Man Charged for Throwing Bricks and Threatening Staff at Israeli Media and Justice Ministry Offices
Abraham Hadi, 44, from Ramat Gan, was indicted for throwing bricks and issuing threats against Channel 12 News, Haaretz, and the Justice Ministry offices in Israel. Prosecutors al…
Veteran Journalist Benny Ziffer Fired After Decades Amid Political Shift
Benny Ziffer, a veteran Haaretz journalist and editor, was fired after decades amid internal layoffs. He linked his dismissal to his public support for Prime Minister Netanyahu, w…
IDF Removes Settler Siege on Palestinian Homes in Kousra Amid Clashes
The IDF began removing a settler siege on Palestinian homes in Kousra, West Bank, after four days of confinement and clashes. Settlers had cut off utilities and blocked access, tr…
Israeli Architecture Faces Criticism as Colonial Tool Amid Land Identity Debate
Israeli architecture has distanced itself from Jewish identity and land connection, fueling academic claims of colonialism against Israel. This shift, seen in post-Zionist archite…
Israeli Media Faces Criticism for Portraying Mansour Abbas and Ra'am Favorably Ahead of Coalition Talks
Israeli journalists Raviv Drucker and Ben Caspit are criticized for portraying Mansour Abbas and Ra'am positively, downplaying controversial ties as the party prepares to join the…
Former Mossad Chief Dedi Barnea Sparks Online Controversy Attending Rabbi Pinto's Son's Engagement
Former Mossad chief Dedi Barnea attended Rabbi Yeshayahu Pinto's son's engagement with senior Likud officials, sparking social media controversy due to Pinto's criminal past. Barn…
Israeli Political Culture Erodes as Hate Speech and Divisions Deepen
The article criticizes the decline of Israeli political culture marked by hate speech and exploitation of fallen soldiers' deaths. It condemns inflammatory remarks by political le…
Three Sustain Minor Injuries in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 5 Near Lev HaAretz Interchange
A multi-vehicle accident on Highway 5 near Lev HaAretz interchange left three people with minor injuries, including one overturned car.
Degel HaTorah Leaders Consider Replacing Veteran MKs Gafni and Maklev Ahead of Elections
Degel HaTorah leaders Rabbi Dov Lando and Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch are considering replacing veteran MKs Moshe Gafni and Uri Maklev ahead of the upcoming elections due to dissati…
Man Charged for Throwing Stone and Threatening Israel's Channel 12 Newsroom
Abraham Hadi is charged with damaging Channel 12's newsroom entrance and threatening media outlets and the Ministry of Justice in Tel Aviv. After throwing a stone and leaving a th…
Ramat Gan Man Faces Imminent Charges for Vandalism and Threats Against Israeli Media and Justice Ministry
A man in his 40s from Ramat Gan is set to face serious charges for vandalism and threats against Israeli media and the Ministry of Justice after his arrest on July 30. Police inve…
Yosef Haddad Condemns Haaretz Journalist Gideon Levy as 'Useful Idiot' Over Holocaust Camp Incident
Yosef Haddad condemned Haaretz journalist Gideon Levy for comparing the Nazi camp Mauthausen to the "Free Palestine" slogan after students visiting the camp included one wearing a…
Israeli Journalist Akiva Novik Advocates Honesty and Diverse Views in Media
Israeli journalist Akiva Novik discussed his media career, emphasizing honesty, diversity of views, and admitting uncertainty in journalism. He highlighted his work at the public…
Netanyahu Family Used False Names to Claim Unauthorized Medical Expenses from Maccabi Health Fund
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sarah used false names to obtain unauthorized medical treatments and reimbursements from Maccabi Health Fund during his first term s…
Tel Aviv Court Rejects Yossi Klein's Defamation Suit Against Yair Netanyahu and Likud
The Tel Aviv-Jaffa Magistrate's Court dismissed journalist Yossi Klein's defamation suit against Yair Netanyahu and the Likud party over social media posts related to Klein's opin…
Likud Challenges Election Committee Chair's Ban on Reporting Voter Participation by Poll Observers
Likud has requested a review of the Central Elections Committee chair's decision banning poll observers from reporting on voters who have not yet voted, citing a mid-election rule…
Israeli Journalist Neri Livna Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis After Years of Secrecy
Israeli journalist Neri Livna revealed she has Parkinson’s disease after years of secrecy, sharing her struggles and changing perceptions in a Haaretz column.
Isaac Noam, Eilat Pioneer and Local Journalism Founder, Dies at 95
Isaac Noam, a founding figure of Eilat and pioneer of local journalism in Israel, died at 95. He spent over six decades developing the city and its media, including founding Israe…
Defense Minister Israel Katz Uses Social Media to Rally Right-Wing Base Amid Political Turmoil
Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, uses social media to promote a hardline right-wing image amid political controversies, including military dismissals and draft law disputes…
Panelist Yaki Edmeker Blames Haaretz Article for Leading to October 7 Tragedy
Yaki Edmeker, a panelist on Channel 14, condemned a Haaretz article for prioritizing Gaza residents over Israeli security, blaming it for contributing to the October 7 attacks. He…
Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliasi Denies Misconduct in Police Investigation
Yoav Eliasi, a right-wing activist known as "HaTzal," denied wrongdoing during a police investigation into alleged favors for his brother's nightclub. He and three police officers…
Israeli Rabbi Ends Interview Over Antisemitic Accusations in Anti-Israel Film
Sefi Goldzahler, an Israeli rabbi, ended his interview for the anti-Israel film 'Planet Israel' after facing antisemitic and false accusations. The film, by British-American Jewis…
Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliasi Faces Police Hearing Over Misconduct Allegations
Yoav Eliasi, a right-wing activist and police unit commander in Tel Aviv, faces a police hearing after being investigated for allegedly using police influence to benefit a nightcl…
Old Israeli Power Structures Use Mizrahi Figures to Maintain Control, Study Finds
In Kiryat Shmona, Mizrahi figures like Gadi Eisenkot and Naama Lazimi are incorporated by Israel's old elite to maintain power while projecting diversity. Despite Mizrahi advancem…
Hamas Official Uses Haaretz Investigation to Deny Nova Music Festival Massacre
Hamas official Razi Hamad used a Haaretz investigation to deny Hamas's responsibility for the Nova festival massacre, claiming Israeli forces caused many deaths. British host Pier…