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Clergy's Role in Criminal Rehabilitation Debated
An article discusses the role of religious figures in criminal rehabilitation, suggesting their potential to reach offenders on a deeper level than social or psychological profess…
Hidden Hard Drives Reveal Dozens of Child Sex Abuse Images
Israeli authorities arrested a high-risk sex offender after finding dozens of child sexual abuse images and videos on hidden hard drives in his home. The discovery was made during…
US Lawmakers Urge Rubio to Secure Release of Gaza Hospital Director
Sixty-nine U.S. lawmakers urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to pressure Israel to release Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital. Abu Safia has been deta…
Israel's National Security Minister Seizes Police Procurement Powers
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is taking direct control of police procurement, bypassing the Police Commissioner and citing concerns over budget allocation and…
Red Cross Denied Access to Palestinian Prisoners During Israeli Facility Visit
The International Committee of the Red Cross was denied access to Palestinian prisoners during a recent visit to an Israeli military detention facility, despite ongoing efforts to…
Chief Rabbi David Yosef Visits Prisons to Offer Spiritual Guidance
Sephardic Chief Rabbi David Yosef visited Israeli prisons to deliver spiritual messages and encouragement to staff and inmates during the High Holy Days. The tour included meeting…
Police Disrupt Convoy Celebrating Prisoner's Release Near Damon Prison
Israeli police and prison service forces stopped a convoy organized to celebrate a prisoner's release near Damon Prison, arresting four suspects and impounding several vehicles. T…
Israeli Man Missing in West Bank Found Safe After Economic Troubles
Yativ Sardal, a 53-year-old Israeli man who went missing after entering a Palestinian village in the West Bank, was found safe near Qalqilya. Security officials believe he entered…
Missing Man Found Safe After Entering Palestinian Village Near Ariel
Yantiv Sardel, a resident of Ariel, was found safe after disappearing and entering a Palestinian village in Samaria. A large-scale search operation involving multiple security age…
National Security Minister Ben-Gvir Interviews Nearly 100 Police Officers for Promotion
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir interviewed 96 police officers for promotion in 2025, continuing a practice of engaging with lower-ranking candidates than his p…
Prison Guard Suspected of Smuggling Contraband into Central Israel Prison
A prison guard in central Israel is suspected of smuggling contraband into a correctional facility. The Israel Prison Service initiated an intelligence operation that led to the s…
Israeli Man Found Safe After Entering Palestinian Village Voluntarily
Israeli man Yaniv Sardal, 53, was found safe by security forces on Thursday after voluntarily entering a Palestinian village in the Samaria region. The incident triggered a large-…
Missing Man Yativ Sardal Found Alive After Unusual Joint Appeal
Yativ Sardal from Ariel was found alive shortly after a joint appeal for his location was issued by the Israeli Police, Shin Bet, Prison Service, and IDF. The unusual appeal led t…
Two Palestinian Prisoners Injured in Israeli Prison Raid; Over 100 Arrested in West Bank
Two Palestinian prisoners were injured during a raid by Israeli forces in Givon prison. In parallel, over 100 Palestinians, including journalists and released prisoners, were arre…
Knesset Member Ofer Cassif Visits Negev Prisons, Calls for Red Cross Investigation
Knesset Member Ofer Cassif visited Israeli prisons holding Palestinian detainees and called for the Red Cross to investigate alleged harsh conditions. He was reportedly denied dir…
National Service Volunteers Begin Intelligence Roles in Prisons
A pilot program called "Tzufiya" has launched, integrating national service volunteers into intelligence roles within the Israel Prison Service. The volunteers will perform data a…
Tech Giants Dominate Hollywood, Critics Left Out
Technology companies are increasingly dominating Hollywood, impacting creative freedom and sidelining critics. A report also alleges Prime Minister Netanyahu received a warning be…
Ben-Gvir Skips Police Awards Amid Feud with Commissioner
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is boycotting the annual police excellence ceremony due to ongoing conflict with Police Commissioner Danny Levy. This marks the second c…
Israeli Police Rosh Hashanah Ceremony Held Without Promotions Amid Minister Feud
Israel's Police Commissioner and National Security Minister are in a dispute over appointments, leading to the cancellation of promotions at the annual Rosh Hashanah ceremony. The…
Itamar Ben-Gvir's Political Strength Grows Despite Catastrophic Tenure
Despite a tenure marked by rising murder rates and declining public trust in the police, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's political influence is projected to g…
Police Commissioner Danny Levi Faces Crucial Test Amid Political Uncertainty
Police Commissioner Danny Levi's tenure is uncertain as he faces a critical test during upcoming elections. Political pressure from Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and potential governme…
Israeli Prison Service Becomes Political Tool for National Security Minister
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has allegedly turned the Israel Prison Service into a political campaign tool, using its resources to promote harsh policies aga…
Supreme Court Orders Red Cross to Resume Visits to Terrorists in Israeli Prisons
Israel's Supreme Court has ordered the resumption of Red Cross visits to security prisoners, reversing a ban imposed last October. The court found no legal basis for the prohibiti…
Israeli Delegation Linked to Ben-Gvir Visited Singapore Amidst Death Penalty Law
An Israeli delegation, including associates of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited Singapore in May. While Singapore denies discussing the death penalty, the visit…
Ben-Gvir Taps Chief of Staff for Seventh Spot on Otzma Yehudit Knesset List
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has placed his chief of staff, Hanamel Dorfman, at seventh on the Otzma Yehudit party list for the 26th Knesset. The list also includes…
Prison Service Promotes Commander Amid Police Appointment Disputes
The Israel Prison Service has appointed Superintendent Miki Bar Yehuda as commander of the Nachshon Unit, promoting him to Assistant Commissioner. This occurs while the Israel Pol…
Inmate Attempts Self-Harm at Prison Holding Migrants
An inmate at Ofer Prison, holding migrants, attempted self-harm on Tuesday. The Prison Service is investigating the incident.
Lawyer Arrested at Prison Suspected of Smuggling Drugs
A lawyer was arrested at Eshel Prison in Israel on suspicion of smuggling drugs during a prisoner visit. The Israel Prison Service is investigating the incident, which is part of…
Prison Guards' Messages Reveal Abuse Routine at Ketziot Prison
Leaked messages from guards at Ketziot Prison in the Negev reveal a pattern of physical abuse and mistreatment of Palestinian security prisoners, including beatings and forced nud…
Prison Guard With 'Broken Heart Syndrome' Recognized as Disabled Veteran
An Israeli court recognized a veteran prison guard's "broken heart syndrome" as a service-related disability, granting him 100% permanent disability status. The ruling acknowledge…
Prisoner Allegedly Ran Gambling, Extortion Ring from Jail
Assaf Buskila, known as "Yossi," is accused of running a multi-million shekel illegal gambling and extortion ring from a prison cell in northern Israel. The operation involved hig…
East Jerusalem Man Charged with Selling Weapons to Hamas Operative Targeting Minister Ben-Gvir
An East Jerusalem man has been indicted for selling weapons to a Hamas operative who allegedly planned to assassinate Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The operative, Rasheed Rish…
National Security Minister Ben-Gvir Vows to Continue Policies Amid Hamas Threat
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir responded to reports of a Hamas operative targeting him, vowing not to be deterred from his policies on security, the Temple Mou…
Killer Couple's Wedding Canceled Amid Public Outcry and Rehabilitation Focus
Marie Pizzam, serving a life sentence for murder, canceled her wedding to fellow inmate Mujahid Dar'azi due to public backlash and her focus on rehabilitation for an upcoming paro…
Convicted Murderer Atef Sbeih Dies in Israeli Prison at 68
Atef Sbeih, convicted of the murders of Danny Katz and Dafna Carmon, died in Israeli prison at age 68. He maintained his innocence throughout his decades-long incarceration, and h…
Prisoners Restrained on Floor Ahead of National Security Minister's Visit
Female prisoners at Israel's Neve Tirtza prison were reportedly handcuffed and forced to lie on the floor during a surprise visit by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Th…
Elite Prison Service Unit 'Matzada' Welcomes 16 New Operatives
Sixteen new operatives have completed a six-month training course and joined the elite 'Matzada' unit of the Israel Prison Service. The unit is responsible for handling security t…
Man Convicted of 1980s Soldier and Teen Murders Dies in Prison
Atif Sabihi, convicted for the 1982 murder of an IDF soldier and the 1983 murder of a teenager, has died in prison at age 68. He was serving life sentences for the crimes committe…
Israeli Forces Dismantle Weapons Production Facilities in Nablus
Israeli security forces conducted a two-night operation in Nablus, dismantling 48 machines used for weapons production and repair in eight workshops. Eleven suspects were arrested…
Three Women Attack Driver Over Parking Dispute in Kfar Yona
Three women attacked and injured a man in Kfar Yona following a parking dispute involving a prison service employee. The attackers, including the employee's sister, were arrested…
MK Slams Prosecution's Move Against Prison Service Chief
Israeli MK Limor Son Har Melech strongly condemned the State Prosecutor's Office for summoning Prison Service Commissioner Kobie Yaakobi for a pre-indictment hearing, calling it a…
National Security Minister Slams Journalist Over Remarks on Prison Service Staff
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir fiercely attacked journalist Anat Kamm for her critical remarks about the education and aspirations of Israel Prison Service staff. Ben-…
12 Prison Guards Indicted for Fatal Beating of Palestinian Prisoner
Israel's State Prosecution has indicted 12 Israel Prison Service officers for the reckless homicide of Palestinian security prisoner Thair Abu Eitah and the assault of eight other…
Gaza Hospital Director Alleges Continued Abuse, Threats in Israeli Custody
Gaza hospital director Dr. Husam Abu Safiya alleges ongoing beatings, sleep deprivation, and threats from Israeli guards. His medical condition is a concern, and Physicians for Hu…
Police Disrupt Lavish Convoy Honoring Released Prisoner
Israeli police intercepted and dismantled a planned "convoy of honor" for a recently released prisoner on Highway 4. Five individuals were detained and later released under restri…
Twelve Prison Guards Indicted in Death of Security Prisoner
Twelve Israel Prison Service staff have been indicted for reckless homicide and assault in connection with the death of security prisoner Thaer Abu Asab and the beating of eight o…
Journalist's Estate Targeted by Criminals After Her Death
Following the death of Israeli journalist Aliza Vach, criminals attempted to seize her valuable Tel Aviv apartment and assets, including stealing her car and forging checks. A del…
Ben-Gvir Halts Publicity for Crocodile Prison Security Plan
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has decided to reduce public discussion of a plan to use crocodiles for prison security, fearing it will be perceived as a gimmi…