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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…

Yaakov Bardugo Warns Likud Faces Political Suicide If Moshe Kahlon Joins Party List

Political commentator Yaakov Bardugo condemned reports that Moshe Kahlon was offered a reserved seat on Likud's list, calling it political suicide for the party and criticizing Ka…

Yaakov Bardugo Warns Netanyahu's Push to Reintegrate Moshe Kahlon Risks Political Suicide

Yaakov Bardugo criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's reported attempt to bring former Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon back into Likud, calling it political suicide and a betrayal of…

Israeli Police Strengthen Case Against Abraham Hadi for Stone-Throwing at News 12 Building

Israeli police have extended Abraham Hadi's detention over stone-throwing and threats against News 12, citing new evidence and multiple offenses. The investigation involves attack…

Massive Elbit Drone Deal with UAE Exposed in Major Security Leak

Sensitive documents leaked from Elbit Systems reveal a secret multi-billion-dollar deal supplying advanced drones and precision weapons to the UAE amid regional tensions with Iran…

Israel Debates Who Controls Security Policy: Government or Military Generals

Defense Minister Israel Katz's live announcement replacing Central Command Chief Avi Blot has ignited debate over whether Israel's security policy is controlled by the elected gov…

Legal Expert Highlights Challenges in Police Case Against Yoav Eliasi Over Alleged Influence

Israeli Police Officer Investigated for Misconduct in 'HaTzel' Dismissal Case

An Israeli police officer is under investigation for breach of trust related to the dismissal of Yoav Eliasi, aka "HaTzel," from a police command role after allegations he used po…

Right-Wing Voters Shift to Alternatives as Netanyahu's Likud Loses Support

In July 2026 polls, eight right-wing Knesset seats shifted between Likud, Bennett, and Eizenkot, reflecting voter search for a new right-wing alternative. These voters remain righ…

Right-Wing Activist Yoav Eliassi Denies Police Dismissal, Claims Media Harassment

Yoav Eliassi, aka "The Shadow," denied being dismissed from the Israeli police, stating he paused his service amid media harassment claims. He refuted allegations of misconduct li…

Israel Gains Strategic Advantage as US-Led Peace Council Advances Hamas Disarmament Plan

Israel gains a strategic opportunity as the US-led Peace Council advances a plan to disarm Hamas, shifting international focus from Hamas rehabilitation to dismantlement. Despite…

Tel Aviv Court Extends Detention of Suspect in News 12 Office Door Vandalism and Death Threats

The Tel Aviv court extended Avraham Hadi's detention over vandalizing News 12's door and leaving death threats. Police link him to multiple attacks on media outlets. Hadi denies t…

Israeli Police Arrest Suspect in Stone-Throwing Attack on Channel 12 News Building

Israeli police arrested a man from Ramat Gan suspected of throwing stones and leaving a threatening letter at Channel 12 News' Tel Aviv building. The letter targeted media figures…

Israeli Police Chief Suspends Yoav Eliasi from Reserve Unit Command Amid Controversy

Israeli Police Chief Danny Levi suspended Yoav Eliasi, aka "The Shadow," from his reserve unit command after a report revealed Eliasi used police connections to protect a nightlif…

Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi Amplifies Controversy with Harsh Criticism of Judiciary and Support for Haredi Draft Evasion

Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi has posted extensively on social media supporting Haredi draft evasion, attacking the judiciary, and threatening police investigators…

Arab Media Misreads Israeli Reports, Faces Embarrassment Over Trump-Netanyahu Meeting

The Arab media misinterpreted Israeli reports about a rift between Trump and Netanyahu, leading to embarrassment after their warm meeting at the White House. Reliance on wishful I…

Israel Harel Urges Right-Wing to Rethink Netanyahu Leadership and Broaden Political Strategy

Israel Harel, founder of the Yesha Council, calls on the right-wing to reconsider Netanyahu's leadership and broaden political alliances. He criticizes the Religious Zionist Party…

Likud Forces Removal of Haaretz Newspaper's 'It's Possible' Advertising Campaign

The Likud party pressured advertising companies to remove Haaretz newspaper's "It's Possible" billboard campaign, alleging it was election propaganda. Haaretz condemned the move a…

Israeli Author and Academic Dr. Eyal Dotan Dies at 57

Dr. Eyal Dotan, an Israeli author, academic, and journalist, died at 57. He taught literature and arts at Tel Aviv University and other institutions, contributed to major Israeli…

Tense Exchange Between Netanyahu and Zelensky at Senator Graham's Funeral Reveals Meeting Dispute

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declined a formal meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky during their simultaneous Washington visits, causing visible tension at Senator Graham…

Rabbi Eliyahu Zini Settles Defamation Lawsuit Against Haaretz Out of Court

Rabbi Eliyahu Zini settled his defamation lawsuit against Haaretz and two journalists through mediation, ending the case without a court ruling. The suit accused the newspaper of…