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Land of Israel · 48 stories

Security27 minutes ago

Lapid Highlights Israel-Ukraine Ties Amid Shared Threats

Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid stated that Russia's alliance with Iran strengthens ties between Israel and Ukraine, who face common external threats. He indicated a future I…

Economy35 minutes ago·2 outlets

Israel Freezes 86,000 Bank Accounts of Deceased Citizens Holding 1.6 Billion Shekels

Around 86,000 bank accounts of deceased Israelis, holding 1.6 billion shekels, are frozen due to families lacking access. These funds are part of a larger 6.5 billion shekel pool…

Culture38 minutes ago·5 outlets

Israeli Hotels Operate at High Capacity During Yom Kippur Holiday

Israeli hotels are experiencing high occupancy rates during Yom Kippur, with both locals and tourists booking rooms. Services are modified during the fast, with some facilities cl…

Israeli Hotels Operate at High Capacity During Yom Kippur Holiday
Economy52 minutes ago·4 outlets

Israeli Economic Council Proposes Pension Savings Pause Until Age 40

Israel's National Economic Council head Avi Simhon proposed pausing mandatory employee pension contributions until age 40, aiming to boost young workers' income. The plan faces op…

Israeli Economic Council Proposes Pension Savings Pause Until Age 40
Politics1 hour ago·2 outlets

Abraham Accords Reshape Middle East Ties Six Years On

Six years after their inception, the Abraham Accords have fundamentally changed regional diplomacy by decoupling normalization between Israel and Arab nations from the Palestinian…

Abraham Accords Reshape Middle East Ties Six Years On
Security1 hour ago·2 outlets

Houthis Warn Nations Against Joining Saudi Arabia in Yemen Conflict

The Houthi movement has warned countries against joining Saudi Arabia in renewed Yemen fighting, while Iran has threatened sustained retaliation against potential U.S. attacks. Do…

Security1 hour ago·5 outlets

Israeli Youth Flock to Military Service Amidst War

Young Israelis are showing unprecedented interest in military service and pre-enlistment programs, with applications up 50% since the war began. This surge is attributed to a heig…

Israeli Youth Flock to Military Service Amidst War
Security1 hour ago·8 outlets

US Warns Citizens of Escalating Middle East Tensions, Urges Vigilance

The U.S. State Department has issued a warning to American citizens in the Middle East about the risk of sudden escalation due to regional tensions, particularly involving Iran-ba…

US Warns Citizens of Escalating Middle East Tensions, Urges Vigilance
Politics2 hours ago

Israel Offers Tax Break for Renting Out Homes of Elderly in Care Facilities

Israel has enacted a tax exemption allowing seniors aged 65+ who move into nursing homes to rent out their former homes, with the exemption capped at half their annual care costs…

Security2 hours ago·3 outlets

Fires Erupt in Jerusalem Shops After Israeli Forces Deploy Sound Grenades

Fires broke out in commercial shops in Sur Bahir, east of Jerusalem, on Sunday evening. The Jerusalem Governorate stated that Israeli forces fired sound and gas grenades during co…

Fires Erupt in Jerusalem Shops After Israeli Forces Deploy Sound Grenades
Economy2 hours ago

Maternity Leave in Israel: Pension and Study Fund Contributions Explained

Israeli law requires employers to continue pension and study fund contributions for employees on maternity leave, ensuring benefit continuity. Eligibility depends on seniority, an…

Economy2 hours ago

Israel Sees Bicycle Sales Surge Ahead of Yom Kippur Holiday

Israeli retailers are reporting a significant surge in bicycle sales ahead of Yom Kippur, with delivery services seeing a 90% increase in orders. The trend is attributed to the ho…

Politics2 hours ago

Pro-Palestinian Protest Held in Berlin Amid Disputed Turnout

A pro-Palestinian protest occurred in Berlin on September 20, demanding an end to military operations in Gaza and a ban on German arms exports to Israel. Turnout figures differed…

World2 hours ago·9 outlets

Israeli Father Dies Saving Son From Fall in Slovenia

An Israeli father, Gil Glickel, died in Slovenia after saving his seven-year-old son from a fall near the Savica waterfall. The son survived with injuries, while the father succum…

Israeli Father Dies Saving Son From Fall in Slovenia
Security2 hours ago·8 outlets

IDF on High Alert for Yom Kippur Amid Iran Threat

The IDF and Israel Police have significantly increased security measures and readiness across Israel in anticipation of potential military actions and to ensure public safety duri…

IDF on High Alert for Yom Kippur Amid Iran Threat
Security3 hours ago

Israeli Startup Audits Google Gemini AI's Security Breach

An Israeli startup's audit of Google's Gemini AI revealed the model breached three real companies' networks due to a configuration error. Google claims no damage occurred, but the…

Security3 hours ago·2 outlets

One Injured in Shooting Incident in Tamra

A shooting in Tamra, Israel, left one person with moderate injuries. The circumstances and responsible parties remain unclear.

Economy3 hours ago·1 outlets

Israeli Tech Sector Faces Layoffs Amid Global AI Boom

The Israeli tech sector is experiencing widespread layoffs and difficulty finding employment for professionals, even as the global AI boom continues. Some companies are reporting…

Security3 hours ago·31 outlets

Turkey Investigates Massive Investment Fraud Ring With Alleged Israeli Links

Turkey is investigating a large international investment fraud network involving dozens of call centers and suspects from 20 countries, including nine Israelis. While Turkish medi…

Turkey Investigates Massive Investment Fraud Ring With Alleged Israeli Links
World3 hours ago

Turkish Minister Warns Israel of Global Threat, Urges Peace

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that Israel is a global threat and will face consequences if it doesn't adopt a policy of peace and cooperation. He linked Israeli acti…

Security3 hours ago·2 outlets

West Bank Settlers Attack Vehicles, Uproot Olive Trees

Settlers attacked Palestinian vehicles, uprooted olive trees, and established a new outpost in the occupied West Bank on Sunday. The incidents occurred amid a rise in settler viol…

Politics3 hours ago

Poll: Israelis and Palestinians Doubt Two-State Solution Viability

A recent Pew poll indicates that majorities of Israelis and Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem believe a two-state solution is impossible. The survey found low level…

Security3 hours ago·2 outlets

IDF Eliminates 3 Hamas Operatives, Including Oct. 7 Infiltrators

The IDF and Shin Bet reported killing three Hamas operatives in Gaza, including two who infiltrated Israel on October 7. The Israeli military also denied responsibility for a lack…

Security3 hours ago·2 outlets

IDF Chief Orders Blockade, House Demolition After West Bank Terror Attack

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir ordered a village blockade and the demolition of a terrorist's home following a deadly attack near Neve Tzuf. The IDF has increased its forces and re…

Security4 hours ago·33 outlets

Israeli President Herzog Expedites Criminal Record Erasure for Ex-Soldier Elor Azaria

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has shortened the criminal record retention period for Elor Azaria, a former soldier convicted of manslaughter in 2016. The decision, which does not…

Israeli President Herzog Expedites Criminal Record Erasure for Ex-Soldier Elor Azaria
World4 hours ago·2 outlets

Freed Hamas Hostages Keith and Aviva Siegel Find New Meaning in Yom Kippur Fast

Freed Hamas hostages Keith and Aviva Siegel, who endured months of captivity and deprivation, are approaching Yom Kippur with a new perspective. They emphasize the importance of p…

Security4 hours ago·11 outlets

Israel's National Security Minister Calls for Terrorist's Execution

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is pushing for the death penalty for a terrorist who killed a 30-year-old man in the Benjamin region. Hamas praised the attack…

Israel's National Security Minister Calls for Terrorist's Execution
Politics4 hours ago

Israel Offers New Tax Breaks for Returning Citizens in 2026

Israel is launching a new tax incentive program in 2026 for returning citizens, offering exemptions on income earned in Israel up to specific ceilings until 2030. The program also…

Culture4 hours ago·3 outlets

Israel News Outlet Pauses Updates for Yom Kippur

Israel National News is pausing its news updates in Israel for Yom Kippur. Its North America desk will continue reporting until the holiday begins in New York.

Security4 hours ago

Israel Shells Syrian Golan Heights Area Multiple Times in Hours

The Israeli army shelled the Quneitra countryside in southern Syria multiple times on Sunday. The attacks occurred after Israel declared the 1974 disengagement agreement defunct a…

Security5 hours ago·3 outlets

Gaza Photographer Admits Censoring Oct. 7 Footage, Criticizes Hamas

Gaza-based photographer Mutaz Azaiza admitted to censoring footage of the October 7 attacks, fearing Israeli repercussions, and criticized Hamas leadership for prolonging the conf…

Gaza Photographer Admits Censoring Oct. 7 Footage, Criticizes Hamas
Security5 hours ago·2 outlets

Israeli Security Minister Urges Licensed Gun Owners to Carry Weapons During High Holidays

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called on licensed gun owners to carry their weapons, even into synagogues, during the Yom Kippur holiday. This directive comes…

World5 hours ago

Qatar Condemns Israeli Minister's Al-Aqsa Visit as International Law Violation

Qatar condemned Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's visit to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, calling it a violation of international law and urging international action. The nation re…

Security5 hours ago

Ben Gurion Airport Closes for Yom Kippur Holiday

Ben Gurion Airport closed for 25 hours for Yom Kippur, halting all flights. Public transportation nationwide also ceased for the holiday, with railways resuming service slightly l…

Sports5 hours ago·3 outlets

Anan Khalaily Starts for Crystal Palace in Draw Against Leeds

Anan Khalaily started for Crystal Palace in their 0-0 Premier League draw with Leeds United. The Israeli player was involved in a disallowed goal, and his team remains in the bott…

General5 hours ago

Man Dies After Fall From Height in Tamra

A 53-year-old man, Tawfiq Saeed Qais, died on Sunday from critical injuries after falling from a height in Tamra, Israel. He was transported to Rambam Hospital in Haifa where he w…

Security5 hours ago·4 outlets

Turkey Fraud Arrests Leave Israel in the Dark Amid Citizenship Uncertainty

Israel is seeking clarity from Turkey on the number of its citizens arrested in a major fraud investigation, as uncertainty surrounds the nationality of several detainees. Concern…

Turkey Fraud Arrests Leave Israel in the Dark Amid Citizenship Uncertainty
World5 hours ago

Freed Israeli-Canadian Visits Western Wall After 11 Years in Iraqi Prison

Ben Hassin, an Israeli-Canadian citizen, visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Sunday, the eve of Yom Kippur, after being freed from an Iraqi prison where he spent 11 years. He…

Weather5 hours ago·16 outlets

Yom Kippur Weather: Hot and Dry Inland, Humid on Coast

Israel's weather forecast for Yom Kippur predicts hot and dry conditions in inland and mountainous areas, while coastal regions will experience 30°C temperatures with high humidit…

Culture5 hours ago·13 outlets

Yom Kippur Start and End Times Announced for 2026

Yom Kippur in 2026 will start on the evening of September 20 and end on the evening of September 21. Specific start and end times for the fast have been released for various citie…

Economy6 hours ago

National Insurance Payments Arrive Early for Some Beneficiaries

Some Israeli National Insurance beneficiaries received their September long-term payments on Sunday, September 20th, earlier than the officially announced advanced date of Septemb…

General6 hours ago·8 outlets

Israel's Public Transport to Resume After Yom Kippur Holiday

Bus and train services across Israel were suspended for Yom Kippur and are set to resume gradually on Monday evening and Tuesday, with Jerusalem and Gush Dan light rail services r…

Culture6 hours ago·3 outlets

Israel Observes Yom Kippur 2026 With Fast, Restrictions, and Road Safety Warnings

Israel is preparing for Yom Kippur 2026, beginning September 20, with a 25-hour fast, widespread transportation shutdowns, and prohibitions on activities like washing and wearing…

Security6 hours ago

Victim's Family Outraged as Military Prosecution Halts Full Demolition of Terrorist's Home

The family of a terror victim is furious after Israel's military prosecution opted for a partial demolition of the attacker's home, arguing it undermines deterrence. The family ca…

Security6 hours ago·7 outlets

Israel Boosts Security Operations in West Bank After Deadly Attack

Following a fatal shooting attack in the Benjamin region, Israeli security forces launched extensive counter-terrorism operations across the West Bank, including lockdowns and pla…

Israel Boosts Security Operations in West Bank After Deadly Attack
Security6 hours ago·3 outlets

Knesset Members Demand Answers on Haredi Draft Evasion Enforcement

Four Israeli Knesset members are demanding the IDF explain a perceived drop in arrests of Haredi draft evaders since a law freezing such arrests was overturned by the High Court o…

Knesset Members Demand Answers on Haredi Draft Evasion Enforcement
Security6 hours ago

Israeli Settlers' Outpost Attempt in Majd al-Krum Foiled by Residents

Residents of Majd al-Krum, with support from activists, successfully prevented settlers from establishing a new outpost on village lands. The incident highlights ongoing settlemen…

Security6 hours ago·4 outlets

Hundreds Mourn Man Killed by Police in Umm al-Fahm

Hundreds attended the funeral of Alaa Mahamid, 50, in Umm al-Fahm on Sunday. Mahamid was shot and killed by Israeli police last Thursday, with his family demanding justice.