Israel Prison Service
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Israel Prison Service, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Police Find Hidden Firearm Cache in Jisr az-Zarqa Kindergarten During Summer Break
Police in Jisr az-Zarqa found a hidden gun in a kindergarten building during summer break and arrested the owner, who rents the building to the local council. The discovery was pa…
Israeli Police Find Loaded Gun Hidden in Northern Kindergarten Wall
Israeli police found a loaded gun hidden inside a kindergarten wall in a northern village, arresting a local suspect during a targeted operation.
Israeli National Security Minister Releases AI Video Depicting Terrorist Complaining About Prison Conditions
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir released an AI-generated video showing a terrorist complaining about worsened prison conditions following reforms that reduced a…
Israeli Court Orders Review of Prisoner’s Claims of Inhumane Treatment in Iranian Espionage Case
An Israeli reserve soldier accused of spying for Iran claimed he was denied food for 36 hours during detention. The Tel Aviv District Court ordered the prison service to investiga…
Israeli Police Spokesperson Chief Lior Abudraham to Step Down Amid Investigation
Lior Abudraham, head of the Israeli Police Spokesperson Unit, is set to leave his post amid an investigation linked to Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's associates, while being promoted…
Lawyer Arrested for Attempting to Smuggle Drugs to Prisoner in Israeli Jail
An Israeli lawyer was arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle drugs to a prisoner during a jail visit. The Israel Prison Service and police are investigating, and her detention w…
Convicted Killer of Judge Adi Azar Suspected of Attempting to Smuggle Prescription Pills into Ashkelon Prison
Yitzhak Zuziashvili, convicted for murdering Judge Adi Azar, is suspected of attempting to smuggle prescription pills into Ashkelon Prison, where he is serving a life sentence. Pr…
Friend of Murdered Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claims
Benyahu Razi’s friend Metanya contradicts main suspect Aviaor Sasson’s self-defense claim in Razi’s Jerusalem stabbing death, asserting Razi never wielded a knife and was attacked…
Environment Minister Silman Orders Prison Service to Prepare for Crocodile Detention Pilot
Environment Minister Ayelet Silman has ordered the Nature and Parks Authority to set conditions for the Israel Prison Service to hold crocodiles, aiming to start a pilot at Ketzio…
Defense Minister Israel Katz Removes Central Command Chief Amid Administrative Detention Controversy
Tel Yinon Dradik, held under an administrative detention order signed by Central Command Chief Avi Blot, has been on hunger strike for nearly 29 days, though IPS reports he occasi…
Israeli Prison Officials Say Detainee Tal Yanun Dradik Eats Despite Hunger Strike Claims
Tal Yanun Dradik, detained on allegations of abusing Palestinians, is reportedly on a hunger strike but prison officials say he consumes some food and fluids. His case has sparked…
Israeli Court Temporarily Halts Transfer of Nile Crocodiles to New Prison Facility
An Israeli court temporarily blocked the government's plan to transfer Nile crocodiles to the Ketziot prison, following a petition by animal rights activists. The court ruled agai…
Three Powerful Explosive Devices Found Near Ramla Train Station in Criminal Investigation
Three powerful pipe bombs and ammunition were found near Ramla train station during a criminal investigation, leading to a temporary train halt and controlled detonation.
Israeli Legal Authorities Review Charges in Itamar Ben-Gvir Associates Case
The Israeli Competition Authority completed its investigation into allegations involving associates of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, forwarding findings to the State…
Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Reveals Threatening Messages and Arrests Follow Extensive Manhunt
Agam Tzarfati, suspected of ordering the murder of Benyahu Razi in Jerusalem, sent threatening messages before the killing. The main suspect, Aviaor Sasson, was arrested after a l…
Israeli Prison Officer Arrested for Assisting Suspect in Benyahu Razi Murder Case Escape
An Israeli prison officer was arrested for allegedly helping the main suspect in Benyahu Razi's murder case escape by using a romantic connection with the suspect's brother. The m…
Israeli Prison Guards Find Gaza Doctor Bound with Socks in Ganot Prison Cell
Israeli prison guards found a Gaza doctor detained in Ganot Prison bound with socks by fellow inmates, prompting an investigation.
Israeli Minister Proposes Using Crocodiles to Guard Palestinian Prisoners After Joke Sparks Initiative
An Israeli minister's joke about using crocodiles to guard Palestinian prisoners sparked a serious initiative, but legal challenges and practical concerns have stalled the plan.
Administrative Detainee Tal Yinon Dradik Transferred to Hadassah Mount Scopus Hospital
Tal Yinon Dradik, an administrative detainee on hunger strike, was transferred to Hadassah Mount Scopus Hospital due to deteriorating health. The transfer was authorized by prison…
Israel Begins Charging Illegal Immigrants for Deportation Flights to Cut Public Costs
Israel has begun charging illegal immigrants for deportation costs, including flights, after years of taxpayers funding these expenses. This change follows a 2024 petition and aim…
Military Appeals Committee Rules Central Command Chief Cannot Order Tal Dradik to House Arrest at Mother-in-Law's Home
The Military Appeals Committee ruled that Central Command Chief Avi Blot cannot order Tal Dradik to house arrest at his mother-in-law's home. The court demanded alternative detent…
Israel Begins Construction of Crocodile Moat at Ketziot Prison to Boost Security
Israel has begun digging a 180-meter crocodile moat around the security wing of Ketziot Prison to improve security. The project, led by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir…
Israeli Spy Asher Benjamin Weiss Sues Over Family Visits and Newspaper Access in Prison
Asher Benjamin Weiss, an Israeli spy imprisoned in Israel, has petitioned the Supreme Court over being denied family visits for 22 months and barred from reading newspapers. He al…
Israeli Detainee Tal Dradik Faces Life-Threatening Condition Amid 16-Day Hunger Strike
Tal Dradik, an Israeli detainee held without charge in Jerusalem, is in critical condition after 16 days of hunger strike protesting administrative detention. Legal and political…
Israeli Prison Guards Discover Hidden Spike Inside Sweetened Drink Bottle at Shata Prison
At Shata Prison in northern Israel, guards found a hidden spike inside a sweetened drink bottle during a routine search, leading to disciplinary action against involved inmates. T…
Itamar Ben Gvir Expands Security Powers but Crime Rates Soar in Israel
Itamar Ben Gvir has significantly increased security budgets, gun licenses, and legislation in Israel but failed to curb rising violent crime, which more than doubled from 2022 to…
Itamar Ben Gvir Demands Dismissal of State Attorney as Condition for Joining Next Israeli Government
Itamar Ben Gvir, leader of Otzma Yehudit and Israel's National Security Minister, has demanded Prime Minister Netanyahu dismiss State Attorney Gali Baharav-Miara as a precondition…
Israel Advances 'Crocodile Prison' Plan with Security Service Support and MoE Debate
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is advancing a plan to build a moat filled with crocodiles around a prison wing housing dangerous terrorists, supported by the…
IDF and Prison Service Rabbinate Teams Meet to Enhance Emergency Preparedness and Religious Services
On Monday, the Israel Prison Service Rabbinate and the IDF Rabbinate held a professional meeting to enhance cooperation on emergency preparedness, religious services, and operatio…
Israeli Court Allows Hamas Terrorist Physical Contact With Mother Despite Prison Rules
The Nazareth District Court allowed Hamas terrorist Rami Habiballah to physically embrace his elderly mother during a prison visit, defying Israel Prison Service rules. Habiballah…
Israeli Ministers Approve Law to Use Crocodiles for Prison Security at Ketziot Facility
Israeli ministers approved a law allowing crocodiles to be used for security around Ketziot prison, inspired by a U.S. model. The Nature and Parks Authority opposes the plan due t…
Israeli Environment Minister Approves Crocodiles Around Prisons Despite Legal and Environmental Opposition
Israeli Environment Minister Idit Silman approved placing Nile crocodiles around prisons to enhance security, ignoring legal and environmental warnings. The Nature and Parks Autho…
Israeli Lawmaker Demands Restrictions on Marwan Barghouti's Prison Communications Over Election Influence
Israeli MK Osher Shekalim demands National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir restrict Marwan Barghouti's prison communications after reports of his attempts to influence Arab vote…
Detainee Climbs Ceiling and Damages It at Nitzan Detention Center's Mental Health Unit
A detainee at Nitzan Detention Center climbed into the ceiling of the mental health unit corridor, damaging it before guards subdued him. An investigation was ordered to review th…
Marwan Barghouti Influences Israeli Arab Voters from Prison Ahead of Elections
Marwan Barghouti, imprisoned for terrorism, continues to influence Palestinian politics and Israeli Arab voters, coordinating with Hamas and Arab Israeli politicians to impact upc…
Israeli Criminals Flee to Palestinian Authority Areas to Evade Arrests
About 50 Israeli criminals are hiding in Palestinian Authority areas like Ramallah and Jericho to escape Israeli police, with special forces conducting raids to arrest them.
Hanamel Dorfman Leaves National Security Minister's Office to Run for Knesset with Otzma Yehudit
Hanamel Dorfman, chief of staff to National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, is resigning to run for the Knesset with Otzma Yehudit. Previously influential in the police, Dorfma…
Israeli Prison Service Chief Vows No Return to Pre-War Security Prisoner Policies
Israel Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yakobi affirmed that the strict security prisoner policies enacted after the October 7 attacks will continue, rejecting any return to previ…
Real Estate Executive Billy Rubin Tackles Labor Shortages in Israeli Construction Sector
Billy Rubin, a female leader in Israel's construction industry, addresses labor shortages worsened by recent conflicts by training inmates in construction trades. Her innovative a…
Israeli Medical Community Pressures for Humanitarian Treatment of Detained Gaza Hospital Director
The Israeli Medical Association faces international pressure to secure humane detention and possible release of Dr. Hossam Abu Safiya, Gaza hospital director held by Israel since…
Israeli Court Orders Review of Abuse Claims by Ultra-Orthodox Spy Accused of Iran Espionage
Asher Binyamin Weiss, an ultra-Orthodox man accused of spying for Iran, alleges severe abuse and violence in Damon Prison. The Israeli Supreme Court ordered a district court to in…
Maher Younes, Convicted in 1980 Soldier's Murder, Dies Three Years After Prison Release
Maher Younes, involved in the 1980 killing of soldier Avraham Bromberg, died three years after his 2023 prison release, which was handled discreetly to avoid media attention.
Reserve Lt. Col. Shayke Megiddo Dies After Contracting Severe Bacterial Infection During IDF Service
Reserve Lt. Col. Shayke Megiddo, an intelligence officer from the West Bank settlement Psagot, died after contracting a severe bacterial infection during his reserve service. He w…
Israeli Prison Guards Foil Sophisticated Drug Smuggling Attempt by Inmate's Mother
Israeli prison guards at Telmond Prison intercepted a dangerous drug hidden in clothing brought by an inmate's mother, who was detained for investigation. The inmate faces discipl…
Israeli Court Allows Terror Suspect to Leave for Medical Treatment in Italy Despite Security Concerns
An Israeli military court allowed a female terror suspect accused of PFLP membership to leave Israel for medical treatment in Italy, despite prison service warnings about security…
Haredi National Service Sees Sharp Rise in Security Roles, Reaching 70% Participation
Reuven Pinsky, CEO of Israel's National-Civil Service Authority, announced a sharp rise in Haredi participation in security-related national service roles, increasing from 10% to…
Lawyer Defends Ex-Police Deputy Chief for Sharing Investigation Details with Prison Service Commissioner
Deputy Commissioner Lior Abudraham is defended by his lawyer for sharing investigation details with Prison Service Commissioner Kobi Yakobi, arguing no confidentiality breach occu…
Coalition Chair Urges Opposition to Support Law Blocking Red Cross Prison Visits to Terrorists
Coalition chairman Ofir Katz urged opposition parties not to oppose a bill preventing the Red Cross from visiting terrorists in Israeli prisons, citing security concerns. The bill…
