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Former Minister Elazar Stern Joins Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar Party After Leaving Yesh Atid

Elazar Stern left Yesh Atid after 11 years and joined Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar party, citing past disagreements with Yair Lapid.

Dror Brothers Group Wins Tender to Open New Restaurant at Tel Aviv's Station Complex

Dror Brothers group won the tender to open a new restaurant in Tel Aviv's Station Complex, taking over the space of the former Vicky Christina. This follows their recent closure o…

Police Cannot Determine Cause of Eldar Dayan's Death, Murder Investigation Closed

Israeli police have closed the murder investigation into Eldar Dayan's death after an autopsy failed to determine the cause. Two friends suspected of murder will be released to ho…

US Ambassador to Turkey Suggests Israel May Have Provoked Turkey Before Elections

US Ambassador Tom Barrack accused Israel of providing false intelligence to provoke Turkey into conflict before Israeli elections, suggesting possible internal Israeli communicati…

Shas Party Faces Decline as Aryeh Deri Seeks Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef's Leadership

Shas, led by Aryeh Deri, is facing a steep decline in political influence and voter support in Israel. Deri has asked Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef to assume party leadership to stop the lo…

Iranian Leadership Warns Economic Strain Threatens Regime Stability Amid US Pressure

Iranian leaders warn that worsening economic conditions threaten regime stability despite military strength, urging an end to conflict while signaling possible military escalation…

UK, Canada, and Australia Condemn Israel's Settlement Expansion in E1 Area Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Israel's advancement of settlement construction in the E1 area has sparked strong condemnation from the UK, Canada, Australia, and several European countries, who warn of legal an…

Gitit Fisher Reflects on Hit Series 'Checker' and Her Personal Family Trauma

Israeli actress and creator Gitit Fisher discusses her hit series "Checker," inspired by her work at Ben Gurion Airport and her strained relationship with her father. The show exp…

Autistic Young Woman Sexually Assaulted in Bat Yam Hotel, Family Seeks Justice

A 19-year-old autistic woman was violently raped by a stranger in a Bat Yam hotel after being lured from a café. Her brother intervened by calling police during the assault, leadi…

Former Assistant to Billionaires Faces Threats Amid Netanyahu Trial Testimony

Hadas Klein, a key witness in the Netanyahu trial and former assistant to billionaires, reports ongoing threats and fear for her safety following her testimony.

Israeli Teens Increasingly Exploited as Disposable Workforce in Organized Crime

In Israel, teenagers are increasingly recruited by organized crime as expendable operatives, drawn by status and luxury. High-profile violent cases involving minors highlight this…

Israeli Opposition Bloc Faces Post-Election Leadership Battle Over Prime Minister Role

Ahead of Israel's elections, opposition leaders Gadi Eizenkot, Naftali Bennett, and Avigdor Lieberman are already contesting who will become prime minister if they win. Eizenkot l…

Viber CEO Ofir Eyal Shares Journey From Reluctant Programmer to Leading Global Tech Firm

Ofir Eyal, once a reluctant programmer and military prison guard, is now CEO of Viber, a global messaging app owned by Japan's Rakuten. Since joining in 2014, he rose to lead 600…

Ben Gurion Airport Closes Amid Summer Peak, Stranding Tens of Thousands of Passengers

Ben Gurion Airport shut down on August 20, 2026, during peak summer travel, stranding tens of thousands of passengers amid a workers' strike and severe operational disruptions. Fl…

Israeli Leadership Criticized for Lack of Clear Strategy in Iran Conflict

Retired Brigadier General Ran Kochav criticizes Israeli political leadership for lacking clear strategic direction in the conflict with Iran, despite strong military successes. He…

Israeli Youth Blend Religious Traditions with Secular Life in Post-October 7 Shift

Mossad Chief Discusses Turkish Presence in Syria with Syrian Foreign Minister Before Attack

Before an Israeli strike in Syria, Mossad chief spoke with the Syrian Foreign Minister about Turkey's presence in the country, according to reports.

Saudi Arabia Faces Growing Pressure Amid Trump’s Iran Strategy and Regional Instability

Saudi Arabia faces increasing economic and security pressures from ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxies, threatening vital maritime routes. While Trump’s strategy relies on…

Israeli Soldiers Surviving October 7 Nova Party Attack Struggle for Recognition and Rights

Three years after the October 7 Nova party massacre, Israeli soldiers who survived face bureaucratic barriers delaying recognition and treatment. While civilians received immediat…

Syria Signals Restraint to Avoid Escalation After Israeli Airstrike on Abu al-Duhur Airbase

After Israel's airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur military airport in Syria, Damascus signals restraint to avoid escalation and seeks security understandings with Israel. Syria denies…

Kyoto Sushi Restaurant in Herzliya Closes After 27 Years as Culinary Pioneer

Kyoto, a pioneering sushi restaurant in Herzliya Pituah, is closing after 27 years, with operations ending by late August 2026. The restaurant was a key player in popularizing Jap…

Search Continues for Missing 24-Year-Old Nahman Keinan Near Tiberias Over a Week

Nahman Keinan, a 24-year-old from Beit Shemesh, has been missing for over a week after last being seen near Tiberias. Search teams, including the Israel Canine Unit, are actively…

Reserve Brigadier General Ofer Winter Signals Possible New Party Launch in August

A billboard in Tel Aviv hints at a new political party launch by retired Brigadier General Ofer Winter on August 25, potentially in alliance with Yosef Haddad and Lali Deri.

KKL Workers' Committee Gains Power Through Secret Housing and Political Pressure in Israel

The Jewish National Fund's (KKL) workers' committee in Israel wields significant power through a secret housing pool in Tel Aviv and political pressure on employees to join Likud…

Family Mourns 7-Year-Old Hallel Murdered in Beit Shemesh Stabbing Attack

Seven-year-old Hallel Mordechai Dadon was murdered in a stabbing attack at his home in Beit Shemesh, while his 4-year-old cousin was seriously injured. The family mourns deeply, w…

Four New Suspects in Eldar Dayan Murder Case Not Charged with Murder

Four men arrested in Eldar Dayan's murder investigation are not charged with murder but with causing bodily harm. Their detention was extended, and defense lawyers say they will l…

Zionist Union Chairman Trooper Rules Out Joining Any Government Led by Netanyahu

Hili Trooper, leader of the Zionist Union-Miluimnikim, announced on August 18, 2026, that his party will not join any government led by Benjamin Netanyahu.

Somali MP Accuses Turkey of Exploiting Somalia Amid Rising Israel-Turkey Rivalry

Somali MP Abdullahi Hashi Abib accuses Turkey of exploiting Somalia by controlling key sectors and expanding military presence. Turkey’s involvement, ongoing since 2011, aligns wi…

Jerusalem Court Temporarily Blocks Deportation of Telma Kasao to Keep Family Together

The Jerusalem Appeals Court issued a temporary order preventing Telma Kasao's deportation from Israel, allowing her to stay with her Israeli partner and daughter while her legal c…

Likud Primaries: Eli Cohen Leads as Amir Ohana and Yariv Levin Follow

Eli Cohen leads the Likud primaries with Amir Ohana and Yariv Levin following, while Nir Barkat edges out Zeev Elkin for a key spot. Several candidates, including Hanoch Milvitsky…

Five Workers Injured by Unexploded Ordnance Blast in Metula Agricultural Area

Five workers were injured by an unexploded ordnance blast in an agricultural area near Metula, with one seriously hurt and others receiving medical treatment. Bomb disposal teams…

US Beauty Salon Owner Expels Israeli Customer Over Nationality, Refuses Refund

An Israeli-American woman was expelled from a US beauty salon after the owner learned of her Israeli identity and refused to refund her. The incident, recorded and shared by the o…

Accused in Benyahu Razi Murder Separated in Jail Amid Family Outrage Over Courtroom Behavior

Agam Tsarfi and Shilat Huta appeared via video for a murder indictment hearing in Jerusalem, where Tsarfi was separated from Huta in prison. The accused allegedly armed themselves…

Northern Israeli Lawyer Arrested for Large-Scale Hard Drug Trafficking

A lawyer from northern Israel was arrested for possession and trafficking of large amounts of hard drugs. After police seized drugs during a raid, he was detained but later releas…

Passengers Face Heat and Delay on Bluebird Flight from Israel to Crete

A Bluebird Airways flight from Ben Gurion Airport to Crete was delayed on the tarmac for over an hour with minimal air conditioning, causing heat distress among passengers who cal…

Israeli Air Force Officer Faces Charges for Betting on Attacks in Iran and Yemen

An Israeli Air Force lieutenant colonel is charged with breach of trust for betting on Polymarket about attacks in Iran and Yemen, part of a wider scandal involving military perso…

Israeli Officer Walter Locates Missing Mother and Daughter in Argentina, Confirms Their Safety

Israeli police officer Walter located missing Israeli mother and daughter Mally and Liel Yahalomi in Argentina after an international search, confirming their safety and voluntary…

Family Trapped Four Hours in Flooded Tunnel Near Maale Adumim Rescued by Police

A family from Maale Adumim was trapped for four hours in a flooded tunnel caused by sudden heavy rains on August 15. Police rescued them through the car windows using a safety net…

Crime Boss Yossi Mosli Arrested After Fight Outside His Home in Savion

Yossi Mosli, a crime boss under house arrest, was arrested after a fight outside his Savion home that left one man moderately injured and hospitalized. Police detained four men an…

Israeli Border Police Raid Wedding in Umm al-Fahm Searching for Weapons, Spark Outrage

Israeli Border Police raided a wedding in Umm al-Fahm searching for weapons but found none, ordering attendees to lie down and sparking outrage in the Arab community. Separately…

Israeli Finance Ministry Launches Emergency Plan to Address Teacher Shortage Before School Year

Facing a critical shortage of 5,000 teachers, Israel's Finance Ministry has introduced emergency measures allowing schools to hire uncertified teachers on full-time contracts with…

Unseasonal August Weather Brings Local Rain, Thunderstorms, and Flood Risks in Eastern Israel

In an unusual mid-August event, eastern Israel experienced local rain, thunderstorms, and flood risks, with continued instability expected through Sunday and a cooling trend on Mo…

Friend of Murdered Benyahu Razi Denounces Accusers’ Claims as Lies

Metanya, present during Benyahu Razi’s murder in Jerusalem, denies the accused women’s claims of his violence, calling them lies. He was injured in the attack and called emergency…

Friend of Benyahu Razi Denies Murder Accusations and Calls for Truth

Metanya, present during Benyahu Razi's murder in Jerusalem, denies the accused women's claims of his violence and calls for truth. He was injured in the attack and helped summon e…

Israeli Police Reveal Month-Long Escape Plan of Mally and Liel Yahalomi to Argentina

Israeli police revealed that Mally and Liel Yahalomi planned their escape for a month, erased digital traces, and fled to Argentina. They were tracked and arrested on a bus in Bue…

Bereaved Prakash Family Responds to Sarah Netanyahu-Backed Protest Against Them in Caesarea

The Prakash family, whose son Tom died in the 2006 Lebanon War, spoke out after a protest against them was revealed to be organized by Sarah Netanyahu. Marking 20 years since Tom'…

Israel's Consumer Price Index Rises 0.3% in July; Annual Inflation at 1.5%

In July 2026, Israel's Consumer Price Index rose 0.3%, with annual inflation at 1.5%, near the lower end of the Bank of Israel's target. Key price drops occurred in clothing and f…

Ben Gurion Airport Faces Major Delays Due to High Traffic and US Refueling Flights

Ben Gurion Airport faced major delays on August 26 due to an unusually high number of flights within a short period, European airspace restrictions, and American refueling flights…