Isaac Herzog
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Isaac Herzog, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli President Herzog Visits Defense R&D Unit Highlighting Technological Edge
Israeli President Isaac Herzog toured the Ministry of Defense's weapons R&D unit Maf'at, reviewing advanced military technologies and mental health innovations for soldiers. He pr…
Likud Sees Bennett's Delay on Gadi Eizenkot Endorsement as Netanyahu's Strategic Advantage
Likud officials believe Naftali Bennett has not yet pledged to recommend Gadi Eizenkot for president, which may help Benjamin Netanyahu secure the mandate to form Israel's next go…
Youngest Child Meets Israeli President in Make-A-Wish Fulfillment
Arbel, a child from Nahariya, fulfilled his wish to meet Israeli President Isaac Herzog and experience being president for a day, with a special visit to the President's Residence…
Yotam Asban Marries Rinah After Recovering from Severe Gaza Head Injury
Yotam Asban, severely injured in Gaza, has married Rinah after a long recovery. Their union was arranged through a network supporting wounded soldiers. Israeli President Isaac Her…
President Herzog’s Cedar Tree in Gush Etzion Dries Up After Vandalism to Irrigation System
A cedar tree planted by Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Gush Etzion dried up after vandals damaged its irrigation system, shortly after a commemorative planting event. The tree…
Nefesh B'Nefesh Marks 100,000th Immigrant from North America to Israel
Nefesh B'Nefesh commemorated its 100,000th North American immigrant, six-year-old Amelia Douglas, who moved to Jerusalem with her family and will start school in Israel. The Dougl…
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…
Veteran Israeli Journalist Oren Nahari Bids Farewell to Radio Amid ALS Battle
Oren Nahari, a veteran Israeli journalist, ended his radio career on Kan Reshet Bet due to ALS progression, receiving praise from President Herzog.
Longstanding Netanyahu-Haredi Alliance Faces Strain Over Yeshiva Draft Issue Ahead of Israeli Elections
The decades-old political alliance between Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc and the Haredi parties is under unprecedented strain due to disputes over the military draft of yes…
President Herzog Urges Unity During Elections at Herzl Ancestors' Burial in Jerusalem
At the burial of his great-grandparents in Jerusalem, President Isaac Herzog urged Israelis to avoid internal conflict during elections and emphasized the ongoing mission of build…
Israel Holds State Funeral for Theodor Herzl’s Grandparents on Mount Herzl
Israel held a state funeral at Mount Herzl for Shimon and Rivka Herzl, grandparents of Theodor Herzl, attended by top officials including President Herzog and Prime Minister Netan…
Thousands of Jews Gather in Kazakhstan to Honor Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Father at National Cultural Site
More than 2,000 Jews, mainly Chabad Hasidim from around the world, gathered in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to honor the 82nd anniversary of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson’s death. Exiled…
Chile and Honduras Restore Ambassadors to Israel for First Time Since October 7 Conflict
Israeli President Isaac Herzog welcomed six new ambassadors, including those from Chile and Honduras, who returned to Israel for the first time since the 2021 conflict. Herzog dis…
Saudi Crown Prince Pressures Trump to Cancel Iran Strike Amid Gulf Energy Crisis
U.S. President Trump canceled a planned strike on Iran following pressure from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and other Gulf states amid escalating Middle East tensions. T…
President Herzog Calls Gaza Disarmament Deal a Potential Breakthrough If Realized
Israeli President Isaac Herzog called the proposed Hamas disarmament plan a potential breakthrough if implemented, while condemning ICC prosecutor Karim Khan's actions and praisin…
Israeli President Herzog Urges Caution Amid Severe Heatwave, Medical Experts Warn of Heatstroke Risks
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and medical experts have warned citizens to take precautions during the current severe heatwave, highlighting the dangers of heatstroke. Vulnerable…
Israeli Police Arrest Suspect for Threatening Channel 12 Journalists and Vandalizing Entrance
Abraham Hadi was arrested in Tel Aviv for threatening Channel 12 journalists and vandalizing their building entrance. The arrest followed a police investigation after damage and a…
Ben-Gurion University President Criticizes Education Minister Kisch Over Gender Separation Law in Academia
Ben-Gurion University President Danny Hakhamovich criticized Education Minister Yoav Kisch for his stance on a new law allowing gender-segregated academic tracks in Israel. The la…
Israeli Police Arrest Man for Vandalizing News 12 Entrance and Leaving Threatening Letter
Israeli police arrested a man suspected of smashing the entrance door of News 12 in Tel Aviv and leaving a threatening letter targeting media and public figures. The attack on Jul…
Israeli Ambulance Driver Charged with Passing Hospital Emergency Info to Iran
Amir Hisham Muhammad Titi, an Israeli ambulance driver, is charged with passing hospital emergency preparedness information to Iran, including footage of President Isaac Herzog at…
Southern Israeli Local Leaders Demand Halt to Security Force Reductions Near Gaza
Southern Israeli local leaders near Gaza oppose planned cuts to security forces and reservist duty days, warning such reductions threaten residents' safety and breach prior commit…
Israeli Businessman Nadav Balila Builds Vast Real Estate and Logistics Empire and Mediates Political Deals
Nadav Balila, an Israeli businessman from Beersheba, has built a billion-shekel empire in logistics, real estate, and agriculture. He recently acquired a major stake in an industr…
Israeli PM’s Office Labels Sara Netanyahu as ‘First Lady’ Amid Photo Edits in Washington Meetings
The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office officially called Sara Netanyahu the country’s "First Lady" during Washington meetings, despite the official title belonging to the president’s…
Israeli President Visits 'Perach Israel' Rehabilitation Village Highlighting 70% Reduction in Psychiatric Medication
Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited the 'Perach Israel' rehabilitation village in Rosh HaAyin, which supports 230 adults with disabilities. The village’s innovative therapeutic…
US Senator Lindsey Graham Honored in Washington Ceremony Attended by Netanyahu and Trump
Israeli Satirist Challenges Netanyahu to Google Himself Amid Political Questions
Ariel Sharper satirically urges Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Google himself to face political questions and controversies, questioning his continued leadership bid…
Israeli Security Service Joins Investigation Into Threats and Vandalism Against Media Offices
Israeli security forces, including the Shin Bet, are investigating repeated threats and vandalism against media outlets in Tel Aviv, including attacks on Channel 12 and Haaretz. D…
Israeli Actress Yona Elian-Keshet Receives 2026 President's Award for Public and Artistic Contributions
Israeli President Isaac Herzog awarded actress Yona Elian-Keshet the 2026 President's Award for her artistic achievements and public service. Elian-Keshet expressed surprise and p…
President Herzog Announces 2026 Recipients of Israel's Highest Civil Honor
President Isaac Herzog announced 11 recipients of Israel's highest civilian honor for 2026, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the nation. The awardees include leaders…
Israeli Politicians Condemn Vandalism and Threats Against Channel 12 News
Channel 12 News in Tel Aviv suffered vandalism and threatening messages for the second time in a month, prompting widespread condemnation from Israeli politicians and calls for po…
Threatening Letter Found at Channel 12 News After Second Vandalism Incident in Tel Aviv
Channel 12 News in Tel Aviv was vandalized for the second time this month, with a threatening letter demanding an apology over the Shde Teyman affair. The letter warned of deadly…
Israeli Intelligence Veterans Warn of Rising Civil Conflict Threat Amid Political Polarization
Retired Shin Bet officials warn that Israel faces a serious risk of civil war fueled by extreme political polarization and mutual hatred, posing a greater threat than external ene…
Israel Launches National Task Force to Empower Druze Community Two Years After Majdal Shams Tragedy
Israel launched a national task force of 21 senior Druze leaders to promote strategic programs for the Druze community, marking two years since the Majdal Shams rocket attack that…
Shin Bet Warns of Foreign Interference in Israeli Elections, Takes Preventive Measures
Shin Bet chief David Zini warned Israeli officials about foreign interference attempts by Iran, Russia, and China in upcoming elections. Shin Bet is actively studying foreign tact…
US Official Says Iran Negotiations Enter Serious Phase Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu Meeting
US officials say talks with Iran have entered a serious stage with proposals exchanged but no agreement yet. President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu are preparing for a meeti…
US Halts Strikes on Iran Amid Missile Shortage, Seen as Tactical Pause Not Policy Shift
The US has paused strikes on Iran reportedly due to interceptor shortages, but Israeli correspondent Guy Azriel views this as a tactical pause, not a policy change. Shared US-Isra…
Israeli Election Committee to Recruit 100,000 Workers Ahead of Voting Day
The Israeli Election Committee will recruit 100,000 workers starting next week to staff polling stations amid concerns over election integrity, including 35,000 secretaries and 14…
Shin Bet Chief to Brief Knesset Committee on Foreign Election Interference Threats
Shin Bet chief David Zini will brief a Knesset committee on foreign attempts to interfere in Israel's elections, presenting classified intelligence and data on covert political fu…
Israel Intensifies Security Coordination in Middle East Amid Potential Iran Escalation
Israel is intensifying security talks with Middle Eastern countries and the US amid potential escalation of American attacks on Iran, aiming to strengthen regional coordination an…
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…
Israeli President Herzog Discusses Strengthening Ties with Bahrain's King
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa spoke about strengthening bilateral relations and the importance of the Abraham Accords for Middle East…
Bones of Theodor Herzl’s Grandparents to Be Reburied in Jerusalem After 77 Years
The remains of Theodor Herzl’s grandparents will be transferred from Belgrade to Jerusalem for reburial beside him on Mount Herzl. A state ceremony with President Herzog and Prime…
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Official Plane Grounded Amid International Arrest Warrant, Yet Costs Persist
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s official plane, "Wing of Zion," remains mostly grounded due to an international arrest warrant, limiting his travel. The plane is used…
Israel Prepares Military Court for Hamas Massacre Trials Amid Legal and Ethical Challenges
Israel is establishing a military court in Jerusalem to try hundreds of Hamas militants for the October 7 massacre, with trials expected to begin in about 18 months. The court fac…
ZAKA Volunteer Finds Missing Boy Yovel After Nearly Giving Up During Search
ZAKA volunteer Noam Simchi found missing four-year-old Yovel Kogan after a 24-hour search near Ashkelon, thanks to a navigation error that led to spotting the boy by a tree. Polic…
Hasidic Man Finds Missing 4-Year-Old Boy in Ashkelon After Getting Lost on Horseback
Four-year-old Yuval Kogen, missing since Thursday near Ashkelon, was found safe Friday morning by Noam Simchi, a Hasidic man who got lost on horseback during the search. The large…
Bennyahu Malat Killed in West Bank Shooting Attack; Israeli Forces Launch Wide Security Operation
Israeli Leaders Condemn Deadly West Bank Terror Attack, Call for Strong Military Response
Following the fatal shooting of Benyahu Malt near his West Bank community, Israeli leaders expressed condolences and called for a strong military response to terrorism. Ministers…