Ministry of Transport
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Ministry of Transport, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Only 300,000 of 3 Million Eligible Use Israel’s Transportation Justice Discount
Israel’s Transportation Justice reform grants a 50% fare discount to over 3 million peripheral residents, but only 300,000 have used it due to bureaucratic hurdles and spending th…
Israel Faces Urgent Need to Build New Airport as Ben Gurion Hits Capacity Limits
Israel's Ben Gurion Airport is nearing capacity, causing flight delays and soaring prices. Plans for a new airport at Ramat David, approved in 2014, were stalled due to political…
Egged Faces Possible Ban From Major Public Transport Tender Over Monopoly Limits
Israel's Public Transport Authority may prevent Egged from bidding on a major public transport tender due to monopoly limits. Egged's current market share and previous tender wins…
Jerusalem Expands Light Rail Network with New Line Connecting to Malha
Jerusalem is expanding its light rail system with the L3 line now operational and the L4 line entering test runs, connecting key city areas including Malha and Gilo. This expansio…
Israel Advances Autonomous Metro Project with $30 Billion Infrastructure Tender
Israel's NTA has initiated a 30 billion shekel tender for autonomous metro trains and systems, advancing the country's largest infrastructure project. The metro will feature fully…
Israel Updates Traffic Violation Points System with Stricter Penalties and Reduced Points for Some Offenses
Israel updated its traffic violation points system last week, increasing points for serious offenses like illegal phone use and reducing points for some minor violations. The refo…
Ben Gurion Airport Returns to Normal Operations After Weekend Chaos Amid Staffing Concerns
Ben Gurion Airport returned to smooth operations on Sunday after weekend chaos caused major delays, with passengers reporting calm and timely service. However, staffing shortages…
Massive Enforcement Gap in Electric Scooter Regulations Across Israeli Cities
Israeli cities face a major enforcement gap in electric scooter regulations, with some like Tel Aviv actively fining riders while others, including Jerusalem, report no enforcemen…
Israelis Face Long Waits and Extra Fees for Plastic Driver's Licenses Amid Postal Delays
Israelis renewing their plastic driver's licenses face long delays and poor postal service, prompting costly alternative delivery options from the license printer Dfus Bari. The M…
Conspiracy Theories Emerge Over Ben Gurion Airport Disruptions Ahead of Israeli Elections
Ben Gurion Airport faces ongoing disruptions amid threats of strikes, fueling conspiracy theories that the chaos is orchestrated to block opposition voters before Israeli election…
Jerusalem Launches L3 Light Rail Line, Expanding City's Tram Network
Jerusalem has launched the L3 light rail line, the first segment of its green line, connecting key neighborhoods and landmarks over seven kilometers with 13 stations. This expansi…
Ben Gurion Airport Strike Causes Major Disruptions, Hurts Israel's Tourism Image
A strike at Ben Gurion Airport disrupted over 100,000 Israelis and canceled 108 flights, severely damaging Israel's tourism reputation and causing estimated losses of 30 million s…
Israeli Expat Faces Moral Dilemma Over Voting in Upcoming Elections
Israeli expatriate Ron Miberg discusses the moral and logistical challenges of voting from abroad in Israel's 2026 elections, criticizing bureaucratic hurdles and expressing doubt…
Israel Faces Airport Collapse Amid Political Patronage and Public Service Decline
Israel's Ben Gurion Airport collapsed during peak season due to ignored warnings about staff shortages, reflecting broader public service failures under Netanyahu's government. Th…
Car Importer Carasso Motors Reports Sales and Profit Growth in First Half of 2026
Carasso Motors increased car sales by 36.2% in the first half of 2026, with a market share rise to 16.8% in Q2, despite challenges from the Iran conflict. The company maintained s…
Labor Dispute Causes Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport Amid Peak Summer Travel
A labor dispute over staffing at Ben Gurion Airport caused major delays and disruptions during the summer peak travel period, affecting over 100,000 passengers. Workers stopped so…
Who Is Responsible for Compensating Passengers After Sudden Strike Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport?
A sudden strike at Ben Gurion Airport on August 20, 2026, caused major travel disruptions and luggage delays. Airlines are primarily responsible for compensating and assisting pas…
Israir Reports Flight Delays Amid Ongoing Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport
Israir reports widespread flight delays and disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport amid ongoing operational chaos and a labor dispute. Several flights are delayed or waiting, while oth…
Ben Gurion Airport Workers Ordered Back as Flight Delays Continue for Hours
Ben Gurion Airport faced major flight delays and baggage issues on a busy day due to labor disruptions. Workers were ordered back to their posts, and operations are gradually resu…
Former Israeli Transport Ministry CEO Blames Political Appointments for Ben Gurion Airport Crisis
Karen Turner, former Transport Ministry CEO, blamed political appointments and poor management for the crisis at Ben Gurion Airport, urging reforms and rejecting the notion that t…
Israeli Transport Ministry Warns of Job Cuts Over Ben Gurion Airport Strike
Israel's Transport Ministry threatens dismissals if a strike causes the work stoppage at Ben Gurion Airport check-in counters, with Minister Miri Regev ordering immediate action.
Israel's Ministry of Transport Resolves Major IT Disruption Affecting Licensing Services
Israel's Ministry of Transport fixed a computer malfunction that disrupted licensing services and online access for nearly a day, with cyberattack suspicions investigated but no c…
Israel Funds Security for Hasidic Pilgrims Traveling to Uman for Rosh Hashanah
Israel will fund 750,000 shekels for security to assist tens of thousands of Hasidic pilgrims traveling through Romania to Uman, Ukraine, for Rosh Hashanah amid the Russia-Ukraine…
Israel Rail Network Faces Major Weekend Disruptions Due to Infrastructure Upgrades
Israel Railways will suspend or shorten multiple northern train lines this weekend for infrastructure upgrades, closing 12 stations temporarily. Additional weekend disruptions wil…
Jerusalem Launches First Light Rail Network with New L3 Line Connecting Key City Areas
Jerusalem is launching its first light rail network with the new L3 line, connecting key neighborhoods and city centers. The 7-kilometer line integrates with the existing L1 line…
Netanyahu Tours Ben Gurion Airport, Reviews Summer Operations and Meets Staff
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Ben Gurion Airport to review operational activities and meet staff amid the busy summer travel season, accompanied by senior transportati…
Tel Aviv's Kakol Bridge Repair Finishes Early, Traffic Shift Planned for August 22
Repair work on Tel Aviv's Kakol Bridge finished early, reopening west-to-east traffic. Starting August 22, east-to-west lanes will close for nearly a week. Ayalon Highway remains…
Preliminary Drilling Begins for Kiryat Shmona Railway Project in Northern Israel
Transport Minister Miri Regev confirmed that preliminary drilling has begun in Kiryat Shmona for a new railway line connecting northern Israel to Eilat. The project, launched in 2…
MK Yaakov Asher Urges Transport Minister to Exempt Disability Escorts from Public Transit Fees
MK Yaakov Asher has urged Transport Minister Miri Regev to exempt escorts of people with disabilities from public transit fees, calling the current requirement for double payment…
Electra Wins 2 Billion Shekel Contract for Major Highway 5 Fast Lane Project
Electra Ltd. won a 2 billion shekel contract to build a 25-kilometer two-way fast lane on Highway 5, including a large parking and transportation complex at Kesem Interchange. The…
Israeli Transportation Minister and Officials Fly to Morocco Amid Ben Gurion Airport Chaos
Israeli Transportation Minister Miri Regev and senior officials are flying privately to Marrakech as Ben Gurion Airport faces severe delays and operational chaos. The trip, funded…
Tel Aviv Red Light Rail Records 76 Million Trips in Three Years with Service Improvements
The Tel Aviv Red Light Rail has served 76 million passengers in three years, with monthly ridership rising 10% last year and travel time cut from 90 to 63 minutes. Expansion proje…
Israeli Government Plans Disability Parking Permit Reform Amid Eligibility Concerns
The Israeli government is set to reform disability parking permit eligibility due to a surge in permits and concerns over improper distribution. Disability groups warn that many c…
Israeli Commuters Can Claim Hundreds of Shekels Compensation via Rav-Kav Online
The Israeli Ministry of Transportation and Rav-Kav Online offer hundreds of shekels in compensation to public transport users with monthly passes during the "Roaring Lion" operati…
Fiat Grande Panda Returns with Retro Charm and Practicality in Urban Car Segment
Fiat has relaunched the Grande Panda in Israel after eight years, blending retro styling with modern mild hybrid technology and practical urban features. Priced from 119,000 sheke…
Israeli Taxi Drivers Demand Free Access to New Express and Public Transit Lanes
Israel's National Taxi Drivers Association demands free access to new express lanes and unrestricted use of public transit lanes for taxis, citing traffic congestion and service q…
New Data Reveals Rehovot as Israel’s Electric Vehicle Capital
A new AI-analyzed database reveals Rehovot as a leading city for electric vehicles in Israel, with the Central District holding 39% of the EV fleet. Luxury car imports have surged…
Israel Launches Compensation for Public Transport Subscribers Affected by 'Operation Roaring Lion'
Israel's Ministry of Transport has begun compensating public transport users who could not fully use their monthly passes due to service cuts during Operation 'Roaring Lion'. The…
Two-Week Traffic Disruptions Begin on Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge for Safety Repairs
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge will undergo two weeks of safety repairs starting Saturday night, causing lane closures and heavy traffic. West-to-east lanes close first until August 21, th…
Yokneam Mayor Outlines Ambitious Growth and Innovation Plans Amid Nvidia Campus Move to Nearby Kiryat Tivon
Yokneam Illit's mayor embraces Nvidia's new campus in nearby Kiryat Tivon as an opportunity, unveiling plans for over 14,000 new homes and urban renewal to accommodate growth. He…
Israel’s Transportation Ministry Begins Refunds for Reduced Public Transit Service After ‘Lion’s Roar’ Strike
Israel’s Ministry of Transportation is launching a refund program for public transit users affected by service cuts during the "Lion’s Roar" strike four months ago. Eligible month…
Israel Deploys AI-Powered Smart Traffic Lights Saving Drivers Two Work Weeks Annually
Israel has deployed around 170 AI-driven adaptive traffic lights on intercity roads, cutting average wait times by 10 minutes per trip and saving drivers up to two work weeks annu…
Israel Excludes Brake and Tire Pollution from New Vehicle Tax Formula Due to Lack of Data
Israel's new vehicle tax credit formula excludes brake and tire pollution due to a lack of emission data, raising taxes on some hybrid models. The Tax Authority cited the absence…
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge Closes for Two Weeks of Major Safety Repairs
Tel Aviv's KKL Bridge will close for two weeks starting August 15 for major safety and maintenance work, causing significant traffic disruptions and public transport changes. The…
Israeli Police Begin Breathalyzer Checks on Watercraft Operators in Eilat
Israeli maritime police in Eilat detained three men suspected of boating under the influence of alcohol, suspending their licenses and preparing to file charges under new enforcem…
Audi Launches Third-Generation Q7 SUV in Israel Starting at 690,000 Shekels
Champion Motors has launched the third-generation Audi Q7 SUV in Israel, available initially with a 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine in two trims. Prices start at 690,000 shekels, with…
Israeli Transport Ministry CEO Conducts Undercover Bus Inspections Amid Service Complaints
Moshe Ben Zaken, CEO of Israel's Ministry of Transport, has gone undercover as a bus inspector to conduct surprise inspections amid public complaints about poor bus service. The m…
Israel Launches $250 Million Integrated Transport Hub to Ease Dan Region Traffic
Israel is investing over 250 million shekels in a new integrated transport hub near Highway 40 to alleviate heavy traffic in the Dan metropolitan area. The project includes electr…