Metula

Chef Yossi Haib Showcases Galilee-Golan Culinary Heritage at Rose Restaurant

Chef Yossi Haib, a native of northern Israel with Bedouin and English roots, leads Rose restaurant in the Golan Heights, offering seasonal Galilean and Sham cuisine. Located in a…

IDF Captures Most of Ali Tahar Ridge in Southern Lebanon Amid Political Sensitivities

The IDF has seized most of the Ali Tahar ridge in southern Lebanon, a key Hezbollah stronghold, but has paused further operations due to political sensitivities amid ongoing Israe…

Israeli Defense Minister Vows No Withdrawal from Northern Security Zones After Lebanon Visit

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz visited the northern border near Lebanon to assess military operations against Hezbollah, affirming Israel's commitment to maintaining securit…

Metula Reopens Advanced Model School After Three-Year Closure to Revive Community

Metula has reopened the Hanadiv school after three years, introducing a new educational model with small classes to support community rebuilding and attract local and regional stu…

Retired Brigadier Erez Weiner Warns of Internal Threats Endangering Northern Israel

Retired Brigadier General Erez Weiner warned at the Galilee Conference of both external threats from Hezbollah and internal challenges like crime and extortion in northern Israel…

Former News Anchor Netali Shem Tov Confirms Plans to Enter Politics

Former Channel 13 news anchor Netali Shem Tov confirmed she is considering entering politics, having received offers from multiple parties, and praised Prime Minister Netanyahu's…

Northern Israel Residents Stay Amid Crisis, Urge State Support for Renewal

Amid evacuations and rocket attacks in northern Israel, some residents stayed to defend and maintain their communities. They now call on the government to invest in economic and s…

New Boutique Lodging Options Open Across Israel From North to South

Several new boutique and modular lodging complexes have opened across Israel in the past year, from Metula in the north to Mitzpe Ezuz in the south. These venues offer diverse acc…

IDF Commander Details Strategic Surprise and Challenges in Recapturing Beaufort Fortress in South Lebanon

In May 2026, the IDF's 36th Division led by Brig. Gen. Yiftach Nurkin recaptured the strategic Beaufort fortress in southern Lebanon from Hezbollah using unexpected routes and tac…

Dramatic Land Price Gap Revealed Between Jewish and Arab Communities in Northern Israel

Attorney Ron Rogin revealed a vast gap in land prices between Jewish and Arab communities in northern Israel, with Jewish plots costing millions and Arab plots thousands of shekel…

Former Minister Gilad Erdan Offers News Anchor Natali Shem-Tov Key Role in New Party, She Declines

Former minister Gilad Erdan is set to announce a new political party and offered news anchor Natali Shem-Tov a prominent role, which she declined. Shem-Tov remains open to a Likud…

IDF Uses Drones and Loudspeakers to Force Hezbollah Fighters from Tunnels in Southern Lebanon

The IDF is using drones and loudspeakers to pressure Hezbollah militants trapped in tunnels in southern Lebanon to surrender after destroying their command center tunnels at Bofor…

IDF Destroys Hezbollah Tunnel Network in Bofor Ridge Using 700 Tons of Explosives

The IDF demolished a major Hezbollah tunnel network in Lebanon's Bofor Ridge using 700 tons of explosives after a Hezbollah drone attack, killing militants and wounding an Israeli…

Israel Faces Peak of Severe Heatwave with Temperatures Reaching 46.5°C

Israel is experiencing a severe heatwave peaking Sunday with temperatures up to 46.5°C in the Jordan Valley. Despite the heat, tens of thousands visited nature reserves. Cooling i…

Israeli Forces Destroy Key Hezbollah Tunnel Network in South Lebanon Using 700 Tons of Explosives

Israeli forces destroyed Hezbollah's main tunnel network in southern Lebanon's Bofor ridge using 700 tons of explosives. The tunnels, part of a planned attack on Galilee communiti…

Northern Israel's Nightlife Thrives Despite Lebanon Border Conflict

Nightlife in Israel's Upper Galilee persists despite rocket attacks from Lebanon, with bars in kibbutzim Amir, Gushrim, and Dan serving as social havens. These venues offer locals…

Netanyahu’s Economic Promises Fall Short Amid Rising Costs and Unfulfilled Reforms

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s economic promises over the past four years, including fighting the high cost of living, tax cuts, and housing initiatives, have largely gone un…

Northern Israel Residents Advised to Open Windows Ahead of Expected IDF Explosions

Northern Israeli residents were warned of a loud nighttime explosion linked to a possible IDF response to a Hezbollah drone attack, with specific safety instructions given to bord…

Israeli Summer Travel Sparks Family Debates and Roadside Wordplay

In Israel, summer family travel plans often spark heated debates, while drivers ease traffic stress with wordplay on town names like Yanuh-Jat, Metula, and Kfar Saba. These puns p…

Nahal Ayun Nature Reserve Reopens Popular Scenic Trail After Extensive Restoration

Israel Faces Complex Security Threats Amid Lebanon Talks and Iranian Nuclear Concerns

Israel is navigating complex security challenges amid diplomatic talks with Lebanon and concerns over northern residents' trust following recent militant activity and the October…

Israeli Soldier Dismissed After Vandalizing South Lebanon Army Memorial in Metula

An Israeli soldier was dismissed and another tried after vandalizing the South Lebanon Army memorial in Metula, including damaging the Lebanese flag, which has since been restored.

Smotrich Faces Representation Challenge After Religious Zionism Primaries Ahead of Tight Elections

Following the Religious Zionism party primaries, leader Bezalel Smotrich faces a critical representation challenge as the party risks falling below the electoral threshold. The to…

Experts Debate Northern Israel's Security Future Ahead of 2026 Galilee Conference

Northern Israel enjoys relative calm, but experts warn Hezbollah may be regrouping. Ahead of the 2026 Galilee Conference, military and local leaders stress that lasting security r…

Northern Israel Residents Demand Transparency and Trust Rebuilding Amid Security Transition with Lebanon

Northern Israeli residents express deep mistrust toward the government and IDF amid security transitions with Lebanon. Despite ongoing IDF presence, fears of infiltration and trau…

Israeli Government Offers 60,000 NIS Bonus to Teachers Relocating Near Lebanon Border

The Israeli government is offering a 60,000 NIS bonus to teachers who relocate to schools within 30 kilometers of the Lebanon border for the 2023-2024 school year, focusing on STE…

IDF Officer Describes Intense Fighting and Tunnel Discovery in Hezbollah Stronghold in South Lebanon

Captain M of the IDF's Givati Brigade describes intense close-quarters combat and the accidental discovery of a major Hezbollah tunnel in Al-Hiyam, southern Lebanon. Israeli force…

Top Refreshing Outdoor Spots to Explore in Israel’s Finger of the Galilee

Northern Israel’s Finger of the Galilee offers refreshing outdoor activities including kayaking, swimming, and hiking near Banias and Metula. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly ka…

Israeli Hostage Survivor Karina Aryev Joins Nationwide Mezuzah Project Led by Yaki Adamker

Karina Aryev, an Israeli hostage survivor, joined Yaki Adamker's expanding "Mezuzah Operation," a nationwide initiative affixing mezuzot in homes across Israel free of charge. The…

Israeli High-Tech Must Be Central in Every Party’s Platform, Warns Industry Leader

Idan Tendler warns that despite strong recent financial results, Israel's high-tech sector remains vulnerable and must be a central focus for all political parties. He stresses th…

Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Denies Involvement in Nationwide Shooting and Arson Wave

Yossi Mosli, a crime boss, denied police allegations linking him and three others to 17 violent attacks across Israel. Police view the incidents as part of a gang conflict and hav…

Metula Reopens Historic HaNadiv Elementary School After Three Years and Anti-Tank Missile Damage

Metula is reopening its historic HaNadiv Elementary School after three years of closure and damage from an anti-tank missile during the war. The school, now renovated, will initia…

IDF Uncovers Hezbollah Command Tunnel 8 Km Inside Lebanon Near Metula

The IDF discovered a highly sophisticated Hezbollah tunnel beneath a clothing store eight kilometers inside Lebanon near Metula, designed for prolonged underground combat. The tun…

20 Years After Second Lebanon War, Israel Faces Renewed Hezbollah Threat Without Clear Plans

Twenty years after the Second Lebanon War began in 2006 with a Hezbollah attack that killed and kidnapped Israeli soldiers, Israel faces renewed threats from Hezbollah without cle…

IDF's 36th Division Captures Bofor Ridge, Destroys Hezbollah Underground Networks

The IDF's 36th Division captured the Bofor and Ali Taher ridges, destroying Hezbollah's underground infrastructure built with Iranian support. Hezbollah militants abandoned the ar…

IDF Soldiers Vandalize Monument to Foreign Legion Fallen in Metula

In Metula, IDF soldiers vandalized a monument honoring fallen Foreign Legion soldiers, prompting an investigation.

Northern Israel Seeks Recovery Two Decades After Lebanon War and Recent Conflicts

Northern Israel is still recovering two decades after the Second Lebanon War and recent conflicts, with agriculture and local businesses slowly reviving despite ongoing challenges…

Yaki Edmakar Launches Nationwide Mezuzah Project Amid Surging Public Demand

Yaki Edmakar launched a mezuzah placement campaign that quickly went viral, receiving hundreds of requests from across Israel. Partnering with Rabbi David Druck, Edmakar travels n…

Metula Revives with Farmers Market, Performances, and Guided Tours Celebrating 130 Years

Metula celebrates its 130th anniversary with a farmers market, live performances, and free guided tours led by Mayor David Azulai, highlighting the town's history and renewal effo…

IDF Chief Warns Hezbollah Defeated, Vows Immediate Strikes on Any Threats from Lebanon

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured Hezbollah's underground bases in Lebanon's Bofor Ridge, declaring the group defeated and warning of immediate Israeli strikes if the ceasefire…

Northern Israel Tourism Struggles to Recover Amid Lingering Security Fears

Northern Israel’s tourism sector remains largely inactive months after the October 2023 conflict began, with local businesses struggling to attract visitors despite a recent cease…

President Herzog Marks 20 Years Since Second Lebanon War, Calls for Full Victory Through Regional Prosperity

President Isaac Herzog commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Second Lebanon War at a state ceremony in Jerusalem, emphasizing ongoing security challenges and the need for polit…

Northern Israel Redefines Victory Two Decades After 2006 Lebanon War

On the 20th anniversary of the 2006 Lebanon War, northern Israeli residents reflect on lost trust in political leadership and international peace efforts, while highlighting stron…

Israeli Reservists Face Unexpected High Costs for Land Near Lebanon Border Despite Government Promises

Israeli reservists in Metula, promised land at 50,000 shekels near the Lebanon border, face immediate costs of nearly 400,000 shekels due to uncovered development fees. Despite go…

Israeli Air Force Kills Hezbollah Militants Armed with RPGs in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli Air Force killed Hezbollah militants armed with RPGs in southern Lebanon and destroyed a launcher threatening Israeli forces, following identification by the Egoz unit.

Israeli Coalition Praises, Opposition Criticizes Security Agreement with Lebanon

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-mediated security agreement that keeps the IDF in southern Lebanon's security zone, aiming to limit Hezbollah's influence. Israeli leaders hail it a…

Bennett Says Lebanon Deal Will Be Judged by Northern Towns' Recovery, Not Rhetoric

Naftali Bennett said the Lebanon agreement should be judged by whether Kiryat Shmona and other northern towns recover before Hezbollah resurfaces. He said the real measure is whet…

Netanyahu Says U.S. and Lebanon Recognition of Security Zone Is a Major Gain

Benjamin Netanyahu said the U.S. and Lebanon had recognized Israel’s right to hold a security zone while a threat exists, calling the Lebanon agreement a major achievement. He con…