Highway 6
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Highway 6, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Thousands Gather in Meron for Spiritual Zohar Study and Prayer Event
Thousands of Zohar scholars gathered in Meron on the eve of Rosh Chodesh Elul for a major spiritual event marking the start of the Days of Awe and the completion of a year-long Zo…
Ben Gurion Airport to Undergo Major Expansion with New Tunnels, Terminal, and Five-Star Hotel by 2030
Ben Gurion Airport is undergoing a major expansion including new tunnels, a terminal extension, and a five-star hotel to handle 40 million passengers annually by 2030. The project…
Two Men in Their 40s Die in Fatal Head-On Crash Near Beit Shemesh
Two men in their 40s died in a head-on collision near Beit Shemesh, with a woman moderately injured and hospitalized. The crash occurred on Road 383 near Zakaria. This incident ad…
Three Injured in Two-Car Crash Near Eliakim Interchange on Highway 6
A two-car collision on Highway 6 near the Eliakim interchange injured three people, including one moderately hurt man, all taken to local hospitals.
Israeli Tech Executive Chooses Old Nokia Phone to Disconnect on Family Vacation
An Israeli tech executive chose to bring only a basic Nokia 3310 phone on a family vacation to avoid digital distractions and be fully present with his children, highlighting the…
Israeli Police Arrest Three Bedouin Men with 2.2 Kg of Cocaine After Highway 6 Chase
Three Bedouin men were arrested on Highway 6 near Beit Kama after a police chase uncovered 2.2 kg of cocaine and other drugs in their vehicle. They are now detained and awaiting a…
Israeli Police Indict Three for Revenge Killing Despite Surveillance
Israeli prosecutors charged three men, including a minor, with the premeditated murder of Muhammad Mahamid in Umm al-Fahm. Despite police surveillance fearing a revenge attack for…
Firefighters Gain Control Over Blaze Near Efrat Settlement in West Bank
Firefighters have contained a wildfire near the Efrat settlement in the West Bank, preventing its spread toward Highway 60. The operation included a search of a burning agricultur…
Man Seriously Injured in Two-Car Crash on Highway 65 Near Nahal Tzalmon
A serious two-car accident on Highway 65 near Nahal Tzalmon left a 36-year-old man seriously injured, a six-year-old boy moderately hurt, and a toddler lightly injured.
14-Year-Old Drives Parents' Hyundai at 170 km/h on Highway 6, Arrested by Police
A 14-year-old boy was arrested after driving his parents' Hyundai Kona at 170 km/h on Highway 6 without a license or permission. Police tracked and stopped him during a traffic en…
24-Year-Old Man Injured in Moderate Condition in Highway 6 Crash Near Kiryat Gat
A two-vehicle crash on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat injured a 24-year-old man moderately, who was taken to Soroka Medical Center.
Israel Advances 50-Kilometer Menashe Rail Line Connecting Harish and Surrounding Areas
Israel's National Planning Council approved the Menashe Railways plan, a 50-kilometer double-track line connecting Harish, Baka-Jatt, Menashe settlements, and Emek Hefer to the na…
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Clashes with Bedouin During Negev Tree Planting Preparations
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir confronted a Bedouin during tree planting preparations in the Negev, affirming a strict policy against illegal land use and emphasizing…
Fire Contained in Ben Shemen Forest, Highways 1 and 6 Reopened
Firefighters have contained the forest fire in Ben Shemen, leading to the reopening of Highways 1 and 6, with police managing ongoing traffic congestion.
Transport Minister Miri Regev Faces Setbacks as Key Promises Stall Amid Political Challenges
During Miri Regev's term as Israel's Transport Minister, several major initiatives including Uber legalization, a foreign airline hub, and stricter driving fines stalled due to po…
Israeli Police Chase Unlicensed Scooter Rider Through Pardes Hanna, Ending in Crash and Arrest
A 27-year-old unlicensed scooter rider fled Israeli police through Pardes Hanna, running red lights and risking lives before crashing and being arrested. He was released under hou…
Israeli Police Arrest Five Illegal Palestinian Residents and Driver on Highway 65
Israeli police arrested five Palestinians without legal permits and their Israeli driver on Highway 65 during a routine patrol, transferring them for investigation in Jeser al-Zar…
Truck Driver Injured in Moderate Condition After Overturning on Highway 6 Near Nitzanei Oz
A truck overturned on Highway 6 near Nitzanei Oz, moderately injuring the driver who was hospitalized with a head injury.
Haredi Community Flocks to Key Spiritual and Leisure Spots During Bein Hazmanim
During the Bein Hazmanim summer break, thousands of Haredi yeshiva students and families travel across Israel to key spiritual and leisure sites, including Bnei Brak's Itskovitz S…
Truck Trailer Catches Fire on Highway 6 Near Kiryat Gat, Firefighters Contain Blaze
A truck trailer caught fire on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat, but firefighters quickly contained the blaze with no injuries reported.
44-Year-Old Woman Moderately Injured in Car Crash Near Kiryat Gat on Highway 6
A 44-year-old woman was moderately injured in a two-vehicle crash on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat, with two young males lightly hurt; all received medical aid at the scene.
No Charges Expected Against Driver in Fatal Accident of Judge Beni Shagai
The prosecution will likely not charge the driver involved in the fatal accident that killed Judge Beni Shagai on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat. Shagai died after being struck while r…
Brush Fire Closes Sections of Highway 7 and Highway 6 Near Shorak Interchange
A brush fire near the Shorak Interchange has caused closures on Highway 7 eastbound and Highway 6 northbound and southbound, with traffic rerouted accordingly.
Fire Near Sorek Closes Highways 6 and 7, Police Advise Avoidance
A fire near Sorek has caused closures on Highways 6 and 7, with police advising drivers to avoid the area and use navigation tools.
Porsche Prepares to Double Annual Sales in Israel to 500 Cars by 2027
Orchid Sports Cars plans to double Porsche sales in Israel to 500 vehicles annually by 2027, driven by new electric and hybrid models and supported by a major new service center i…
Woman Critically Injured After Car Overturns from Ayalon Bridge Near HaShalom Interchange
A woman in her 50s was critically injured after her car overturned from a bridge on the Ayalon Highway near HaShalom Interchange and was taken to Ichilov Hospital. Separately, a 1…
Israeli Police Seize Over 7 Kg of Drugs Hidden in Taxi on Highway 65
Israeli police arrested a suspect and seized over seven kilograms of drugs hidden in a taxi on Highway 65 near Wadi Ara. The drugs included cocaine and marijuana, likely intended…
Six Injured in Two-Car Collision on Highway 6 Near Holdeh Interchange
A two-car crash on Highway 6 southbound near Holdeh interchange injured six people, including one moderately hurt man taken to Kaplan Medical Center.
Israeli Defense Minister Seeks Security Assessment Over Tall Building Near Highway 6
Israeli Police Stop Palestinian Minor Driving 15-Ton Crane Truck on Highway 60
Israeli police stopped a 17-year-old Palestinian minor driving a 15-ton crane truck without a license on Highway 60. The truck was impounded for 30 days, and the minor was taken f…
17-Year-Old Dies in Truck Collision on Highway 6 Near Kiryat Gat
A 17-year-old died in a truck collision on Highway 6 near Kiryat Gat; a 27-year-old was moderately injured. Recent days saw additional fatal accidents on Highways 20 and 25, with…
Challenge Airlines Transforms Office Into Immersive Aviation Cargo Experience
Challenge Airlines relocated to a new 1,600-square-meter office in Shoham, Israel, designed to immerse employees and visitors in the world of air cargo logistics. The space featur…
Pedestrian Dies in Fatal West Negev Road Accident on Route 25
A man in his 40s died after being hit by a car on Route 25 near President Junction in the Negev. A woman was lightly injured. This fatality is among five road deaths in Israel las…
Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Car on Highway 25 Near President Junction
A man in his 40s died after being hit by a car on Highway 25 near President Junction. Another person was lightly injured and hospitalized. Last week, a 20-year-old woman was kille…
Palestinian Arsonist Sets Four Fires in West Bank, Flees Toward Sinjil Village
A Palestinian man set four fires near Highway 60 in the West Bank and fled toward Sinjil village, prompting large security searches. Firefighters and residents contained the fires…
Beersheba Court Sentences Four to Five Years for May 2021 Stone-Throwing Riots
Four men were sentenced to five years in prison by the Beersheba District Court for participating in violent, racially motivated riots during May 2021's Operation Guardian of the…
Israeli Police Seize Over 1kg of Cocaine Hidden in Skoda on Highway 6 Near Zichron Yaakov
Israeli police arrested a man on Highway 6 near Zichron Yaakov after uncovering over one kilogram of cocaine hidden in a secret compartment inside his car. The seizure is part of…
63-Year-Old Man Seriously Injured in Two-Car Crash on Highway 6 Near Hadera
A 63-year-old man was seriously injured in a two-car accident on Highway 6 near Hadera, with another person lightly hurt; both were taken to Hillel Yaffe Hospital.
High-Rise Building Overlooking Palestinian City Poses Security Threat Near Central Israel
A 30-meter tall building in Qalqilya, near the West Bank barrier and Highway 6, poses a significant security threat to Israeli civilians and forces due to its strategic vantage po…
Young Woman Killed After Stopping for Traffic Violation on Northern Israel Highway
Najjar Nasser Kabha, 20, was fatally struck by a car after stopping on Highway 65 near Iron Interchange for a traffic violation check. The driver who hit her veered off lane unexp…
Heavy Traffic on Route 65 as Police Block Access to Highway 6 After Accident
A traffic accident near the Iron Interchange on Route 65 has caused severe congestion and police have blocked access to Highway 6, advising drivers to seek alternate routes.
Police Urge Drivers to Follow Safety Rules When Stopping on Roads After Fatal Accident
Following a fatal accident on Highway 65 where a woman was killed after exiting her vehicle during a police stop, Israeli police stress strict safety measures for drivers when sig…
Woman Killed After Stopping for Police Check on Highway 65 in Fatal Crash
A woman in her 30s was fatally hit by a car after stopping for a police check on Highway 65 near Iron Interchange. The driver was lightly injured, and police are investigating the…
Shapir Group Wins Tender to Extend Israel's Highway 6 Northward
Shapir Engineering Group won a 2 billion shekel tender to extend Highway 6 northward in Israel, with construction starting in 2027 and completion expected by 2030. The project inc…
Four-Year-Old Arbel Hoffman Dies From Injuries in Highway 6 Accident
Four-year-old Arbel Hoffman from Tekuma died from injuries after a serious accident on Highway 6 last Friday, her mother announced.
Car Crash on Highway 6 Near Shorak Interchange Injures Three, Woman in Moderate Condition
A two-vehicle crash on Highway 6 near the Shorak Interchange injured three people, including a woman in her 50s in moderate condition.
Israeli Cabinet Approves New Jewish Settlement 'Sha-Nur East' in Northern West Bank
Israel's security cabinet will approve the creation of a new Jewish settlement called Sha-Nur East in the northern West Bank, aiming to strengthen Israeli control along Highway 60…
Heavy Traffic Congestion Hits Major Route to Northern Israel Due to Roadworks
Heavy traffic congestion is reported near Eshel Hanasi junction on Highway 65 due to unfinished roadworks, with police advising drivers to avoid the area and use alternative route…