Moshe Hillel Hirsch — Israel news coverage in English

Bar Ilan University Lecturer Indicted for Planning Terror Attacks

Bar Ilan University lecturer Professor Shachar Nabo has been indicted for planning a large-scale terror attack targeting hundreds of Arabs. The indictment alleges Nabo, 60, develo…

Politics20m ago

Israel's Foreign Minister Meets Over 1,000 Christian Leaders at Jerusalem Summit

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met with over 1,000 Christian leaders from 117 countries at the "Friends of Zion" summit in Jerusalem on October 6, 2026. Sa'ar stated that I…

Politics26m ago

Radio Host Calls Book Critical of Netanyahu 'Despicable'

Radio host Yinon Magal called a book critical of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "despicable" and a "blood libel" during a radio broadcast. The book, "Mr. Abandonment," features…

Culture32m ago·2 outlets

Prominent Rabbi Launches Emergency Fund for Convert Groom

Rabbi Gershon Mordechai Hirsch has launched an emergency fundraising campaign for a convert and Torah scholar facing financial difficulties before his wedding. The groom, who has…

Security38m ago

Yom Kippur War's 53rd Anniversary Recalls Missed Warnings and Near-Disaster

Fifty-three years ago, the Yom Kippur War began, with Israel receiving multiple warnings of an impending Egyptian and Syrian attack, including from Jordan's King Hussein and Mossa…

Politics52m ago

UN Official Francesca Albanese Criticized for Holocaust Misinterpretations

UN official Francesca Albanese is facing international condemnation for misinterpreting the term "Muselmann" as "Muslim," leading to accusations of antisemitism and Holocaust dist…

Security1h ago·2 outlets

Australia Holds First Official Ceremony Commemorating October 7

An official ceremony commemorating three years since the October 7th attacks was held at Bondi Beach, Australia, led by Israeli advocacy activist Ben Karsu. Hundreds attended the…

Sports1h ago·2 outlets

Hapoel Haifa to Honor October 7 Victims

Hapoel Haifa Football Club will hold a memorial ceremony on Saturday before their match against Maccabi Petah Tikva to honor victims of the October 7th attacks and subsequent conf…

Security1h ago

Shepherd Injured in West Bank Stone-Throwing Attack

A shepherd in his 20s was moderately injured in a stone-throwing attack near Sebastia in the Samaria region on Wednesday. A concrete block struck the shepherd in the head. He rece…

Politics2h ago

Israeli Lawmaker Tours Mount of Olives, Praises Security Efforts

Member of Knesset Ohad Tal visited the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem to review security and development efforts by the International Committee for the Preservation of the Mount of…

Security2h ago

Knesset Committee Discusses Prosecuting Hamas Attackers on Third Anniversary of Massacre

The Knesset's Constitution Committee met on the third anniversary of the October 7th massacre to discuss prosecuting Hamas militants. Chairman Simcha Rothman emphasized the unifie…

Security2h ago

Youth Continue Legacy of Fallen Officer Who Fought on October 7

A preparatory program called "Achim" in the Gaza envelope is continuing the legacy of Major Chen Buchris, who was killed on October 7, 2023. The program trains youth for combat se…

Politics2h ago

Rabbi's Remarks Against Secular and Religious Zionists Draw Criticism

Rabbi Dov Lando's recent critical remarks against secular Israelis and Religious Zionists have been met with strong disapproval, especially during wartime. The author argues for n…

Politics3h ago

UCLA Students Plan 'Abomination' Protest on Oct. 7 Anniversary

Students for Justice in Palestine at UCLA are organizing a protest on October 7th, the third anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, to support "Palestinian resistance." The de…

Culture3h ago

Rebbetzin Bashe Esther Frish, Wife of 'Matok Midvash' Author, Passes Away at 90

Rebbetzin Bashe Esther Frish, wife of the late Rabbi Daniel Frish, author of the 'Matok Midvash' commentary on the Zohar, passed away in Jerusalem at the age of 90. Known for her…

Culture3h ago

Nova Festival Victims' Family Recipes Preserve Memories

A project by the Nova Community Tribe Association is honoring victims of the October 7th Nova festival massacre by sharing their cherished family recipes. The initiative aims to p…

Politics4h ago

Professor Comments on Political Commentator's Potential Channel Switch

Professor Moshe Cohen Eliya commented on Wednesday that political commentator Amit Segal is reportedly negotiating a move to Channel 13, demanding reduced influence for Ravid Druc…

Security4h ago8·2 outlets

Mother and Daughter Detained in Namibia With Fake Passports

An Israeli mother and daughter, Mali and Liel Yahalomi, have been arrested in Namibia for possessing forged passports. The pair had previously disappeared in August and were locat…

Economy5h ago

Israel's Stock Market Awaits Opening Amidst Global Gains and Corporate Uncertainty

Israel's stock market is preparing to open after Wall Street indices hit record highs, with oil prices also recovering. Meanwhile, a major $6.7 billion gas deal between Dalia Ener…

Security5h ago3·2 outlets

Eisenkot Honors Fallen Soldier Aner Shapira at Site of His Death

War Cabinet member Gadi Eisenkot visited the Re'im fortified position where soldier Aner Shapira fell on October 7. Standing with Shapira's parents, Eisenkot praised the fallen so…

Culture7h ago

Journalist Describes His Mission to Memorialize Fallen Israelis

Journalist Moshe Cohen considers memorializing victims of the October 7th attacks and the ensuing war his journalistic mission. He has covered numerous funerals and believes the w…

General7h ago

Bereaved Partners Share Pain of Losing Loved Ones in October 7 Attacks

Three women are recounting their experiences of loss three years after the October 7th attacks, focusing on the unique grief of partners of fallen soldiers who lack formal family…

Economy7h ago

Melisron Seeks New CEO Amidst Potential Candidate Interest

Melisron is searching for a new CEO following the death of Ofir Sarid, with Liora Ofer reportedly considering Moshe La'ari, CEO of Mizrahi Tefahot Bank, for the role. Ron Avidan…

World8h ago

Historical Context of "Free Palestine" Slogan Explored

Jewish activists in the 1940s used the slogan "Free Palestine" to advocate for Hebrew national independence from British rule. Historical evidence, including currency, sports team…

Security9h ago

Israel Faces US Visa Waiver Risk After Flydubai Attack Security Failures

Israel faces potential loss of its U.S. visa waiver due to security lapses highlighted by a recent flydubai flight attack. A U.S. delegation will visit Israel to review compliance…

Economy9h ago

Israeli Investor Downplays Election Impact on Economy

Avner Stepak, chairman of Meitav, asserts that Israeli elections have minimal long-term impact on the stock market, despite public perception. He predicts strong short-term econom…

World10h ago

Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Massacre With Memorial Events

Israel is marking the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre with memorial events nationwide. Former officials and families of victims shared reflections on the events and th…

Culture12h ago

Rabbi Sternbuch Celebrates Hoshana Rabbah Night

Rabbi Moshe Sternbuch, considered the leading decisor of the generation, observed the night of Hoshana Rabbah in prayer and study. The observance took place on October 7, 2026. Ho…

Politics13h ago·3 outlets

United MKs Campaign Vigorously During Sukkot Holiday

Key figures like Yaakov Asher and Moshe Gafni led campaign initiatives, while other MKs and designated members engaged with constituents and sought blessings from prominent rabbis…

Security14h ago·4 outlets

Rami Levy Supermarket Chain Faces Class Action Over Cashier Shortages

An Israeli labor court approved a class-action lawsuit against Rami Levy supermarkets for allegedly deducting cashier shortages from employee wages. The court ruled against the ch…

Politics15h ago

Israel Enters Fourth Founding, Redefining Statehood and Diaspora Ties Post-October 7

Israel is undergoing its "fourth founding," a period of redefinition following the October 7 Hamas attacks, which shattered the belief that the state alone can ensure safety. This…

Culture16h ago

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Pomerantz Discusses Parshat Bereshit

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Pomerantz delivered a discourse on the weekly Torah portion, Parshat Bereshit, on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The event was titled "Regei Abir Yaakov" and was…

World16h ago·1 outlets

Man Recounts Trauma of Wife's Murder on Oct. 7 and Ongoing Grief

Hamid Abu Arar is still deeply affected three years after his pregnant wife, Fatma, was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023. He and his infant son Elias were also inju…

Security17h ago

New Initiative Pays Thousands to Haredi Draft Dodgers for Jail Time

A new initiative named "Kela Elef" is paying Haredi draft dodgers 1,000 shekels for each day they spend in military prison. The program, backed by prominent Haredi rabbis and supp…

Security17h ago

Israel Faces Urgent Security and Transportation Issues Over Education Reform

Israel is facing urgent issues in its Ministry of Transportation, with criticism leveled against Minister Miri Regev for alleged political appointments and negligence, including a…

Politics17h ago

Yisrael Candidate Slams Haredi Leader's Remarks on IDF Service

Shira Shapira, a candidate for the 'Yisrael' party and mother of a fallen soldier, strongly criticized Rabbi Dov Lando's remarks against Religious Zionist IDF service, calling the…

Politics18h ago

Poll: Israelis Split Blame for Oct. 7, Favor State Inquiry, Opposition Bloc

A new N12 News poll reveals that 47% of Israelis equally blame the government and the IDF for the October 7 failures, with 65% believing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu bears si…

Culture18h ago

Widow Writes Song of Longing for Ordinary Life After Husband's Death

Talia Vitzan, widow of Sergeant Major Amichai Vitzan who died on October 7th, co-wrote the song "Tzarot Ktanot" (Small Troubles) with Itay Dekel Chen. The song expresses longing f…

Politics18h ago

MK Saada Blames Smotrich for Lack of National Religious Chief Rabbi

MK Moshe Saada of the Likud party blamed Minister Bezalel Smotrich for the failure to appoint a national religious chief rabbi. In an interview, Saada also criticized former Attor…

Culture19h ago

Harish Community Celebrates Torah Study, Book Launch, and New Building Approval

The 'Achvat Achim' community in Harish celebrated Sukkot with a festive event that included the completion of five years of intensive Shabbat law study and the launch of a new Tor…

Sports19h ago

Israeli Archer Itai Shani Makes History with World Championship Medal

Israeli archer Itai Shani won the first-ever bronze medal for Israel at the senior World Archery Championship in field archery in South Dakota. He defeated fellow Israeli Roi Dror…

Culture20h ago

Rapper Ron Nesher Slams Omer Adam's Marriage and Wealth

Rapper Ron Nesher heavily criticized singer Omer Adam's recent marriage and wealth in a podcast interview. Nesher called Adam's rapid engagement and marriage a PR stunt and mocked…

Security20h ago

Fallen Soldier's Mother Calls for Unity and Wake-Up Call on Anniversary

Galit Waldman, mother of fallen officer Major Ariel Ben Moshe, spoke on the anniversary of his death, calling for national unity and a "wake-up call" regarding discourse and risin…

Security20h ago5

Jerusalem Crime Figure Injured in Bombing, Past Convictions Detailed

Yitzhak Bar Mocha, a 58-year-old figure linked to the "Jerusalem Gang," was seriously injured along with his 13-year-old son in a bomb attack in Jerusalem on Tuesday. Bar Mocha ha…

Culture20h ago

Rabbi Lipkowitz Challenges Notion of Talent in Torah Study

During a Hakafot Shniyot ceremony at Meshenot HaTorah yeshiva in Bnei Brak, Rabbi Moshe David Lipkowitz stated that success in Torah study depends on will, not talent. He shared a…

Health20h ago·5 outlets

Seven-Year-Old Boy Injured After Falling From Treehouse Roof

A seven-year-old boy was moderately injured in Hadera after falling from the roof of a wooden treehouse in his school's courtyard. Rescue forces and paramedics provided initial tr…

General20h ago·2 outlets

Family Marks 21st Birthday of Missing Man, Appeals for Information

Family and supporters are marking the 21st birthday of Moshe Kleinerman, who has been missing for 4.5 years since disappearing near Mount Meron. His uncle appealed to the public f…

Culture20h ago

Jerusalem Singer Elazar Yifrach Releases Debut Single 'Avi Nathan'

Jerusalem singer Elazar Yifrach has released his debut single, "Avi Nathan," which addresses personal and national struggles with a message of hope and unity. The song's chorus wa…

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UN Official Francesca Albanese Criticized for Holocaust Misinterpretations

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Rabbi's Remarks Against Secular and Religious Zionists Draw Criticism

UCLA Students Plan 'Abomination' Protest on Oct. 7 Anniversary

Rebbetzin Bashe Esther Frish, Wife of 'Matok Midvash' Author, Passes Away at 90

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Professor Comments on Political Commentator's Potential Channel Switch

Mother and Daughter Detained in Namibia With Fake Passports

Israel's Stock Market Awaits Opening Amidst Global Gains and Corporate Uncertainty

Eisenkot Honors Fallen Soldier Aner Shapira at Site of His Death

Journalist Describes His Mission to Memorialize Fallen Israelis

Bereaved Partners Share Pain of Losing Loved Ones in October 7 Attacks

Melisron Seeks New CEO Amidst Potential Candidate Interest

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Israel Faces US Visa Waiver Risk After Flydubai Attack Security Failures

Israeli Investor Downplays Election Impact on Economy

Israel Marks Three Years Since October 7 Massacre With Memorial Events

Rabbi Sternbuch Celebrates Hoshana Rabbah Night

United MKs Campaign Vigorously During Sukkot Holiday

Rami Levy Supermarket Chain Faces Class Action Over Cashier Shortages

Israel Enters Fourth Founding, Redefining Statehood and Diaspora Ties Post-October 7

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Pomerantz Discusses Parshat Bereshit

Man Recounts Trauma of Wife's Murder on Oct. 7 and Ongoing Grief

New Initiative Pays Thousands to Haredi Draft Dodgers for Jail Time

Israel Faces Urgent Security and Transportation Issues Over Education Reform

Yisrael Candidate Slams Haredi Leader's Remarks on IDF Service

Poll: Israelis Split Blame for Oct. 7, Favor State Inquiry, Opposition Bloc

Widow Writes Song of Longing for Ordinary Life After Husband's Death

MK Saada Blames Smotrich for Lack of National Religious Chief Rabbi

Harish Community Celebrates Torah Study, Book Launch, and New Building Approval

Israeli Archer Itai Shani Makes History with World Championship Medal

Rapper Ron Nesher Slams Omer Adam's Marriage and Wealth

Fallen Soldier's Mother Calls for Unity and Wake-Up Call on Anniversary

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Seven-Year-Old Boy Injured After Falling From Treehouse Roof

Family Marks 21st Birthday of Missing Man, Appeals for Information

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