Jaffa
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Jaffa, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Professor Avi Degani, Founder of Geocartography Group, Dies at 88
Professor Avi Degani, a founder of the Geocartography Group and a leading figure in Israeli market research and GIS, died at 88. He significantly influenced urban planning and pub…
Tel Aviv Court Corrects Will, Grants Nephew Exclusive Rights to Property Due to Error
A Tel Aviv-Jaffa family court corrected a will after finding an error, granting one nephew exclusive rights to a Nes Ziona property. The nephew, Lior, had a close relationship wit…
Israeli Hotel Industry Declines as Domestic Tourism Drops and Regional Gaps Widen
Israel's hotel industry is declining in 2026, with fewer domestic tourists and uneven regional occupancy rates. Eilat leads in occupancy, while Jerusalem and the north lag behind…
Former IDF General Ofer Winter Plans Political Launch Amid Coalition Challenges
Retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter is launching a new political party targeting the religious Zionist sector but faces challenges due to lack of grassroots infrastructure. Stra…
Veteran Haredi Journalist Menachem Klugman Dies at 90 in Bnei Brak
Menachem Klugman, a leading Haredi journalist and Gur Hasidic figure in Bnei Brak, died at 90. His funeral was attended by many, and he was known for decades of influential writin…
MS Ashdod Scores Last-Minute Winner to Beat Maccabi Jaffa 1-0 in National League
MS Ashdod defeated Maccabi Jaffa 1-0 with a last-minute goal by Nahorai Dabush in the National League's second round, earning their first win of the season. Hapoel Rishon LeZion a…
Israeli Forces Arrest Brother of Dizengoff Terrorist Suspected of Planning Attack
Israeli forces arrested Maam Hazam, brother of the 2022 Dizengoff Street attacker, in Jenin for planning an attack. The arrest followed the killing of their father, Fathi Hazam, d…
Israeli Singers Gal Juma and Asulin Face Backlash Over Video Similar to Palestinian Artist's Clip
Israeli singers Gal Juma and Asulin faced thousands of hostile comments after their music video resembled a 2024 clip by Palestinian artist Eliana. They denied prior knowledge of…
Israel’s Longstanding Workers’ Restaurants Thrive on Tradition and Authenticity
Several of Israel’s oldest workers’ restaurants, including Monka in Jaffa, Hanan Margilan in Tel Aviv, and Rahmo in Jerusalem, continue to operate by preserving traditional recipe…
Chef Moshe Roth Launches Premium Street Food Chain Featuring Gourmet Hot Dogs
Chef Moshe Roth is launching FRANKCO, a premium hot dog and fries street food chain, starting in Tel Aviv and expanding to Rishon Lezion. Partnering with Michael Halfon’s Lotus co…
New Survey Finds Over Half of Israelis Fear Identifying Abroad Since October 7 Attacks
A new August 2026 survey finds that over half of Israelis fear identifying as Israeli abroad following the October 7 attacks, with many changing their travel behavior. While most…
Singer Sasson Shaulov Indicted for Running Red Light Causing Injury in Tel Aviv Crash
Singer Sasson Shaulov was indicted for running a red light in Tel Aviv on July 3, causing a crash that injured two people. He admitted to driving and faces up to five years in pri…
Father of Terrorist Who Killed Israeli Civilians Killed in Jenin Operation
Israeli forces killed Fathi Hazem, father of the terrorist who killed three Israelis in a 2022 Tel Aviv attack, during a raid in Jenin. Tomer Morad’s sister said the killing does…
Israeli Navy Hosts Torah Lesson as Jewish Music Stars Unite at National Event
Rabbi Yaakov Shapira visited the Israeli Navy base in Eilat to deliver a Torah lesson and encouragement to soldiers. At a major event in Jerusalem, top Jewish singers performed fo…
IDF Soldier Foils Knife Attack in Jenin by Son of 2022 Tel Aviv Terrorist
An IDF soldier in Jenin stopped a stabbing attempt by the son of the 2022 Tel Aviv terrorist. The attacker was shot and killed during an arrest operation by the Paratroopers Briga…
Jerusalem Launches Israel’s First Light Rail Network with New L3 Line
Jerusalem has launched the L3 light rail line, creating Israel’s first urban light rail network by connecting it with the existing Red Line. The 7-kilometer L3 line links key city…
Israeli BDSM Entrepreneur Alexey Yagib Opens Expansive Sex Shop and Hosts Bold Parties
Alexey Yagib, an Israeli BDSM enthusiast and entrepreneur, opened a large new sex shop and produces bold BDSM parties. He promotes sexual openness and serves a diverse clientele…
Al Kalha Restaurant Revives Century-Old Jordanian Fatteh Tradition in Jaffa
Al Kalha in Jaffa revives a century-old Jordanian fatteh recipe from the family of Ahmad Khatib, offering authentic dishes including unique hummus and acclaimed falafel. The resta…
Israeli Supreme Court Overturns Government Decision to Shut Down Galatz Radio
The Israeli Supreme Court overturned the government's plan to close Galatz military radio, ruling the decision was based on improper considerations and halting the closure.
Tel Aviv Court Rejects Contractor’s 700,000 Shekel Claim Against Isrotel Hotel, Orders 100,000 Shekel Payment
A sealing contractor sued Isrotel’s Mitzpe Hayamim Hotel for over 700,000 shekels but lost the case in Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court. The court upheld the hotel’s inspector’s bindin…
Tzvika Mor Reveals Son Eitan’s Secret Meetings With Netanyahu After Hamas Captivity
Tzvika Mor discussed his son Eitan’s recovery after Hamas captivity, including his Arabic skills and secret meetings with Netanyahu. Eitan blends into Arab communities and survive…
Rabbi Yaakov Rozha Launches Monumental Book on Jewish Burial Practices in Tel Aviv
Rabbi Yaakov Rozha, a leading figure in Jewish burial and halachic authority, launched his comprehensive book on burial practices in Tel Aviv. The event gathered hundreds of relig…
Tel Aviv Hosts Inclusive Surfing Event for Children with Disabilities at Charles Clore Beach
Tel Aviv's Charles Clore Beach hosted an inclusive surfing event for children with disabilities from Jaffa, promoting therapeutic surfing and accessible beach activities. The init…
Suspicious Object Found at Jaffa Light Rail Station in Gush Dan, R1 Line Service Reduced
A suspicious object found at Mahrozet Jaffa station in Gush Dan led to a shortened R1 light rail service, while the R3 line remains unaffected.
Iconic Monka Bulgarian Restaurant Reopens in Jaffa with Famous Kebab Window
Monka, Jaffa's historic Bulgarian restaurant, reopened in August 2026 after a brief closure and renovation. It features a minimalist design, retains its original 1940s grill, and…
Former IDF Chief Rabbi Israel Weiss Reaffirms Ruling on Missing Soldiers from Sultan Yaakov Battle
Former Chief Military Rabbi Israel Weiss reaffirmed his 22-year-old halachic ruling that three soldiers missing since the 1973 Battle of Sultan Yaakov were killed in action, follo…
Jerusalem Launches Green Light Rail Line L3, Enhancing City Transit Network
Jerusalem inaugurates the L3 Green Line light rail this Friday, expanding the city's transit network with 13 stations over 7 kilometers. The new line aims to ease congestion on th…
Arava Settlement Turns Dates Into Premium Brandy, Arak, and Gin
The Arava settlement of Tzofar has developed a unique distillery producing premium arak, brandy, and gin from dates. Yonatan Greini leads the Arava Distillery, which uses natural…
Families Explore Jerusalem’s Underground History and Vibrant Markets via Israel Railways
Families can enjoy a cool, convenient day trip in Jerusalem by using Israel Railways to visit the ancient City of David tunnels and vibrant Mahane Yehuda Market, avoiding summer t…
Police Arrest Man in His 30s with Gun and Ammunition After Jaffa Shooting Incident
Police arrested a man in his 30s in central Jaffa after reports of gunfire; a gun and ammunition were seized and no one was injured.
Illegal Palestinian Worker Arrested for Indecent Acts Against Woman in Jaffa Home
A 32-year-old illegal Palestinian worker was arrested after allegedly committing indecent acts against a 26-year-old woman in her Jaffa home. The suspect fled but was caught hidin…
Likud Primaries Reveal Surprises as Eli Cohen Leads and Nir Barkat Battles for Safe Spot
The Likud party's primaries concluded with Eli Cohen leading and Nir Barkat contesting a key spot, amid a 53.5% turnout and manual vote counting due to cybersecurity concerns. Sev…
Eli Cohen Leads Likud Primaries as Nir Barkat Battles for Realistic Spot
In the Likud primaries at Bloomfield Stadium, Minister Eli Cohen leads the list, with Nir Barkat struggling for the last realistic slot amid Netanyahu’s influence. Tali Gottlieb u…
Temperatures Slightly Drop Today in Israel Before Heatwave Returns Tomorrow
Israel experiences a slight temperature drop today with partly cloudy skies, followed by a gradual return of a heatwave from Wednesday through Friday, bringing above-average tempe…
Likud Begins Manual Vote Counting at Bloomfield Stadium After Intense Primary Battles
The Likud party has started manual vote counting at Bloomfield Stadium in Jaffa after a heated primary day, with 53.5% turnout and final results expected by morning. Key figures l…
Alon Ziv Appointed Head Coach of Ironi Tiberias Ahead of Premier League Opener
Ironi Tiberias has appointed Alon Ziv as head coach ahead of their Premier League season opener against Hapoel Petah Tikva. Ziv will collaborate with Moti Krispil, who remains inf…
Young Man Arrested for Vandalizing St. Anthony's Church in Jaffa
A young man from Jaffa was arrested for vandalizing St. Anthony's Church, damaging statues and crosses. Police identified and detained him within a day.
Ancient Planned City Unearthed Beneath Ramat Gan Parking Lot After 1,300 Years
Archaeologists in Ramat Gan uncovered a 1,300-year-old planned commercial city beneath a parking lot, revealing streets, shops, and artifacts from the early Islamic period. The si…
Israel Sees Slight Temperature Drop and Possible Light Rain Amid Heat Relief
Israel will see a slight temperature drop and possible light rain in the north and coastal plain tomorrow, easing the heat temporarily before temperatures rise again later in the…
Former Knesset Speaker Avraham Burg Joins Jewish-Arab Party for Political Comeback
Avraham Burg, former Knesset Speaker, is making a political comeback by joining the Jewish-Arab party Makom LeKulanu to run in upcoming elections, promoting shared Jewish-Arab int…
Israeli Rabbis Host Special Broadcast Honoring Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook on 3rd of Elul
A special broadcast commemorates Rabbi Abraham Isaac Kook's yahrzeit on the 3rd of Elul, featuring four rabbis discussing his teachings and legacy. Rabbi Kook, Israel's first Ashk…
Young Man Seriously Wounded in Jaffa Shooting, Police Investigate Criminal Motive
A man in his twenties was seriously wounded in a shooting in Jaffa, with police investigating a criminal motive and searching for suspects.
5-Room Apartment in Jaffa Sells for 5.25 Million Shekels Amid Slight Housing Price Rise
Israel's housing price index rose slightly by 0.1% in May-June 2026, with regional variations and increased government-subsidized new home sales. Recent second-hand apartment sale…
Local Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Today with Flood Risks in Southern Israel
Local rain and isolated thunderstorms are forecast for eastern Israel today, with flood risks in southern desert areas. Temperatures will remain steady, with slight cooling and he…
Two Thai Nationals Arrested Over Fight at Jaffa Club Party Injuring Seven
Israeli police arrested two Thai men after a fight at a Jaffa club party injured seven, leading to the club's closure.
Jewish Teachings Urge Kings and Individuals to Remember Humble Beginnings for Success
A Hasidic midrash from the Torah portion Shoftim teaches that kings and individuals should remember the humility and intentions of their initial commitment to sustain success and…
Toto Batshon Reinvents His Tel Aviv Fish Restaurant as Fast-Food Spot with Crispy Fish Sandwiches
Toto Batshon has reopened his Tel Aviv fish restaurant as a fast-food venue without table service due to labor shortages and rising costs. The new concept features popular crispy…
Israeli Rapper Ofek Adenk Returns to Stage After House Arrest Amid Assault Investigation
Israeli rapper Ofek Adenk returned to performing at a Jaffa Port hip-hop festival after house arrest linked to an assault investigation involving his partner. The investigation co…