Highway 4
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Highway 4, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
MK Tzvi Sukkot Demands Arrest of Palestinian Police After Reservist Assault in West Bank
MK Tzvi Sukkot condemned the violent attack on an Israeli reservist by Palestinian police in Area C of the West Bank, demanding their immediate arrest and secure travel routes for…
Jerusalem Faction Protest Ends but Highway 4 Remains Blocked Near Geha Interchange
The Jerusalem Faction's protest over a yeshiva student's arrest ended Monday, but Highway 4 near the Geha Interchange remains blocked as police work to reopen it.
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Highway 4 Over Yeshiva Student's Military Detention
Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak to protest the 20-day military detention of yeshiva student Israel Gochfi, who was arrested after a transit card issue r…
Helium Balloon Causes Power Cable Damage, Delays on Train Lines to Ben Gurion Airport
A helium balloon damaged power cables, causing train delays to Ben Gurion Airport and nearby cities, though the station remains open.
Jerusalem Faction Plans Road Blockades in Central Israel Protesting Yeshiva Student Arrests
Jerusalem Faction protesters plan road blockades in central Israel today after the arrest of yeshiva student Yisrael Gohfi in Haifa for draft evasion, continuing a series of demon…
Haredi Leader Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch Predicts State Will Abandon Drafting Ultra-Orthodox Jews
Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch, a leading ultra-Orthodox figure, predicts the Israeli government will abandon efforts to draft Haredi Jews into the IDF, warning of possible sanctions i…
Palestinian Authority Police Arrest Israeli Reservist in West Bank's Area C
Palestinian Authority police arrested an Israeli reservist and confiscated his weapon in Area C of the West Bank, prompting Israeli officials to condemn the act and call for cance…
Two Men Seriously Injured in Separate Electric Scooter and Bike Accidents in Israel
Two men were critically injured in separate electric scooter and bicycle accidents in Beersheba and near the Lohamei HaGetaot junction, receiving emergency treatment and hospital…
Pedestrian Dies in Fatal Road Accident Near Netanya's Ha'ari Interchange
A man in his 20s died after being hit by a vehicle near Netanya's Ha'ari Interchange on August 8, 2026. Emergency teams attempted resuscitation but he succumbed to severe injuries…
13-Year-Old E-Bike Rider Seriously Injured in Car Collision Near Ashdod
A 13-year-old electric bike rider was seriously hurt in a car accident near Ashdod and taken to Assuta Hospital.
Grandson of Prominent Lithuanian Yeshiva Head Arrested and Transferred to Military Police Amid Protests
Moti Mishkovsky, grandson of a leading Lithuanian yeshiva head, was arrested near Ben Shemen and handed to military police, sparking protests and road closures. His arrest follows…
Avi Ashkenazi Condemns Chaos and Violence at Ben Gurion Airport as Lawlessness Spreads in Israel
Avi Ashkenazi condemned the chaos and violence at Ben Gurion Airport involving 100,000 travelers, calling it bullying and evidence of lawlessness in Israel amid absent leadership.
Petah Tikva Stadium Set for Expansion to Over 12,500 Seats by Next Season
Petah Tikva's Shlomo Insurance Stadium will expand its seating capacity by up to 3,000 seats, reaching around 13,000 by next season. The 10 million shekel project is in planning s…
Modi'in Illit Man Released to House Arrest After Threatening Bnei Brak Police Commander
A Modi'in Illit man accused of threatening Bnei Brak police commander Yuval Shavit was released to house arrest after two weeks in custody, amid police plans to appeal. The threat…
Israeli Police Arrest Two More Suspects in Eldar Dayan Murder Case
Israeli police arrested two more suspects in the murder of Eldar Dayan, whose body was found in central Israel after weeks missing. Two other suspects remain detained, and investi…
Rabbi Tzemach Mazuz Endorses Likud Primary Candidates Ahead of Vote
Rabbi Tzemach Mazuz publicly supports several Likud primary candidates, highlighting their commitment to Israel's values ahead of tomorrow's vote.
Police Shoot Motorcycle Theft Suspect After High-Speed Chase Near Petah Tikva
A motorcycle theft suspect in his twenties from Ramla was shot and arrested after a dangerous high-speed police chase near Petah Tikva. The suspect endangered public safety by run…
Israeli Police Arrest 36 in Rahat During Iron Net Operation, Seize Weapons and Drugs
Israeli police arrested 36 suspects in Rahat during the "Iron Net" operation, seizing weapons including an M16 rifle and drugs. The crackdown involved multiple raids over the past…
Israeli Border Police Raid Wedding in Umm al-Fahm Searching for Weapons, Spark Outrage
Israeli Border Police raided a wedding in Umm al-Fahm searching for weapons but found none, ordering attendees to lie down and sparking outrage in the Arab community. Separately…
Ashkelon Man Arrested on Bus for Breaking into Four Local Businesses
A man in his 30s from Ashkelon was arrested on a bus near Tel Aviv for allegedly breaking into four local businesses in Ashkelon during August. Police linked him to the crimes thr…
Israeli Police Detain Bride and Groom Over Wedding Convoy Traffic Disruption
Israeli police detained a bride and groom on their wedding day after their slow-moving convoy caused traffic jams on Highway 40, disrupting traffic and prompting police interventi…
Motorcyclist in His 40s Injured in Moderate Condition in Highway 4 Accident Near Holot Interchange
A motorcyclist in his 40s sustained moderate injuries in a collision with a car on Highway 4 near the Holot interchange and was hospitalized with a head injury.
Ultra-Orthodox Protest Against Torah Turns Controversial With Yellow Badge and Harsh Behavior
An ultra-Orthodox protest against a yeshiva student's arrest on August 13, 2026, escalated into shouting and offensive use of Holocaust symbolism, drawing condemnation for disresp…
Israel Deploys AI-Powered Smart Traffic Lights to Cut Commute Times by Weeks Annually
Israel has deployed around 170 AI-based adaptive traffic lights on intercity roads, saving drivers an average of ten minutes per trip and potentially two workweeks annually. The s…
Protesters Wearing Yellow Badges Block Road Near Bnei Brak Over Yeshiva Students' Arrests
Protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak for three hours, wearing yellow badges and holding Holocaust images to protest yeshiva students' arrests.
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Highway 4 Amid Clashes and Traffic Delays
Ultra-Orthodox protesters have blocked Highway 4, causing clashes and traffic disruptions; police declared the protest illegal and are removing demonstrators.
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Highway 4 Over Draft Evasion Arrest
Extremist ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 in central Israel on Wednesday evening to protest the arrest of a yeshiva student suspected of draft evasion. The student was…
Police Clarify Yeshiva Student's Military Extradition Amid Growing Ultra-Orthodox Protests
Israeli police clarified that yeshiva student Moshe Steiner was interrogated for serious crimes and found to be a military deserter, leading to his extradition to the military pol…
KKL Bridge in North Tel Aviv to Close for Two Weeks Starting August 15 for Safety Upgrades
The KKL Bridge in northern Tel Aviv will close for two weeks starting August 15 for safety and rehabilitation work, with phased lane closures and public transport changes. The Aya…
Israeli Police Arrest Man for Threatening Bnei Brak-Ramat Gan Police Chief on WhatsApp
Israeli police arrested a Modi'in Illit man for threatening a police commander on WhatsApp amid Highway 4 protests, leading to his indictment and detention.
Israel Launches $250 Million Integrated Transport Hub to Ease Dan Region Traffic
Israel is investing over 250 million shekels in a new integrated transport hub near Highway 40 to alleviate heavy traffic in the Dan metropolitan area. The project includes electr…
Israeli Police Arrest Three with Over 2 Kg of Cocaine After High-Speed Chase Near Kiryat Gat
Israeli police arrested three men near Kiryat Gat with over 2 kilograms of cocaine after a car and foot chase. The suspects, aged 22, were caught following a targeted operation an…
Israel Faces Urgent Infrastructure Challenge as Population Nears 20 Million by 2050
Israel is facing a major infrastructure challenge as its population is expected to nearly double to 18-20 million by 2050. The next government, taking office in late 2026 or early…
Man Surrenders in Deadly Hit-and-Run on Highway 4 Near Pardesiya
A 30-year-old man from Kadima-Zoran surrendered to police after a deadly hit-and-run involving an electric scooter on Highway 4 near Pardesiya. He will face a detention hearing as…
Son of Former Shas MK Arrested Near Ramla with Loaded Gun
Eli Eliezer Cohen, son of former Shas MK Amnon Cohen, was arrested near Ramla on August 5, 2026, with a loaded, unregistered FN pistol suspected to be smuggled into Israel. Police…
Pedestrian Killed in Sharon Car Accident Near Pardesiya Junction
A man in his 50s died after being hit by a car near Pardesiya junction in the Sharon region. Earlier, another pedestrian was seriously injured in Nazareth, and two Palestinians di…
Son of Former Haredi MK Arrested Near Ramla with Unlicensed Loaded Gun
The son of a former Haredi MK was arrested near Ramla on Highway 44 after police found him carrying a loaded unlicensed pistol in his car.
Police Release Final Footage of Eldar Dayan with Friends Before His Death
Israeli police investigating Eldar Dayan's murder released footage showing him with two friends at the site where his body was found. The friends deny involvement but remain suspe…
Police Report Progress in Eldar Dayan Murder Investigation, Suspects Begin Talking
Israeli police have made progress in the murder investigation of Eldar Dayan, whose body was found near Highway 40 after three weeks missing. Two friends are suspects and have beg…
56-Year-Old Man Moderately Injured by Vehicle on Highway 4 Near Sheva Interchange
A 56-year-old man was moderately injured after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 4 near the Sheva interchange while stopped due to a car malfunction. He was taken to Sheba Medi…
Police Discover Eldar Dayan’s Body After Bloodied Car Found at Petah Tikva Gas Station
After a bloodied car was found abandoned at a Petah Tikva gas station, police discovered the body of Eldar Dayan nearby. Two suspects, friends of Dayan, were charged with his murd…
Israeli Police Arrest 24 Illegal Immigrants and 3 Suspected Drivers in West Bank Operations
Israeli police arrested 24 illegal immigrants and three suspected transporters in three incidents on Highways 1 and 443 in the West Bank, confiscating the vehicles involved.
Two Motorcyclists Sustain Moderate Injuries in Silver Junction Crash
A man and woman motorcyclist were moderately injured in a crash at Silver Junction on Highway 4 and taken to hospital.
Wildfire Near Ben Shemen Closes Highway 6 and Eastbound Highway 1
A wildfire near Ben Shemen has forced closures on Highway 6 and eastbound Highway 1, with traffic redirected and police advising drivers to avoid the area.
Firefighter Eran Amar Dies in Car Crash on Highway 42 Near Yavne
Eran Amar, a 51-year-old firefighter from Ashdod, died in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 42 near Yavne; a 25-year-old woman was moderately injured and police are investigating.
Israeli Court Sentences Driver to Six Years for Fatal 2019 Crash Killing Mother and Infant
An Israeli court sentenced Tarek Kurd to six years for a 2019 crash that killed a mother and her infant daughter, sparking outrage from the victims' family who demand a harsher se…
40-Year-Old Man Dies in Head-On Crash on Highway 42, Young Woman Injured
A 40-year-old man died in a head-on collision on Highway 42, while a 25-year-old woman was moderately injured and taken to Kaplan Medical Center.
Ramlah and Rehovot Approve Major Housing and Student Dormitory Projects Near Future Metro Stations
The Central District Planning Committee approved a 1,700-unit urban renewal project in Ramlah's industrial area and a new 805-unit student dormitory complex at the Weizmann Instit…