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Israeli-media coverage mentioning Rafael, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Sports6 hours ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa and Maccabi Tel Aviv Youth Teams Dominate Early Matches with Big Wins

On August 25, 2026, Maccabi Haifa's youth team beat Hapoel Ramat Hasharon 6-0, while Maccabi Tel Aviv's youth team defeated Hapoel Kiryat Shmona 7-0, both within the first hour of…

General8 hours ago·2 outlets

Adar Hotels Network Prepares for High Demand During Tishrei Holidays with Tailored Haredi Hospitality

The Adar Hotels Network, operating three hotels serving the Haredi community in Tiberias and Acre, is preparing for the Tishrei holidays with fully kosher, Sabbath-observant accom…

Security11 hours ago

Israel Upgrades Greek Air Force Apache Helicopters Amid Rising Turkey Tensions

Greece is upgrading its Apache helicopters with Israeli Spike NLOS missiles and advanced electronics to counter Turkey. The €2.9 billion deal includes layered air defense systems…

Politics13 hours ago

Azerbaijan Sues CNN Over Iran Conflict Report, Urges Israel to Rethink Response to Disinformation

Azerbaijan sued CNN in a U.S. court over false reports alleging Israeli military activity on its soil against Iran, which Baku denies. The case highlights the security risks of di…

Health16 hours ago

Israeli Court Awards 2.2 Million Shekels to Parents of Infant Who Died from Hospital Infection

The Tel Aviv District Court ordered the state to pay over 2.2 million shekels to the parents of a premature infant who died from a resistant bacterial infection contracted in Sheb…

Tech1 day ago

Xiaomi 17 Ultra Delivers Top-Tier Smartphone Camera but Faces Design and Battery Trade-Offs

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra smartphone offers one of the best camera systems available, featuring Leica collaboration and advanced zoom technology, but its heavy design and disappointing…

Health2 days ago·2 outlets

Israeli Health Ministry Probes Fertility Clinic Over Egg Donation Mix-Up Allegation

The Israeli Ministry of Health is investigating a fertility clinic after a woman claimed her daughter was born from a different egg donor than the one she chose. The woman filed a…

General2 days ago·2 outlets

Renowned Rebbetzin Simcha Barkatz Passes Away in Bnei Brak at 79

Rebbetzin Simcha Barkatz, a respected Torah educator and wife of Rabbi Yehoshua Barkatz, died at 79 in Bnei Brak after enduring illness. She was renowned for her educational work…

General2 days ago

Global Sephardic Rabbis Convene in Manhattan to Strengthen Jewish Tradition and Community

Sephardic rabbis and community leaders from across the globe met in Manhattan to discuss preserving Jewish legal traditions, education, and community support. They emphasized incl…

Sports3 days ago

Maccabi Haifa Confident Brazilian Midfielder Bronninio Will Prove Different This Season

Maccabi Haifa secured a 2-1 league win over Hapoel Ramat Gan with Brazilian midfielder Bronninio scoring twice in his debut. Coach Barak Bachar praised Bronninio's talent and work…

Security3 days ago

Israeli Government Approves Massive 2026 Defense Budget Amid Financial and Operational Strains

Israel plans a 40 billion shekel boost to its 2026 defense budget, raising it to 184 billion shekels amid financial disputes and urgent military needs. The government agreed on im…

Sports3 days ago·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Dominates Rishon Lezion 4-1 in Youth Premier League

Maccabi Haifa's youth team defeated Hapoel Rishon Lezion 4-1 with key goals from Adam Grimberg and Noam Goldenberg. Hapoel Hadera crushed Hapoel Be'er Sheva 7-1, while Beitar Jeru…

Politics3 days ago

Former PM Bennett Commits to Enabling Government Change Regardless of Role

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett pledged to support a government change regardless of his role, criticized Netanyahu's handling of Iran's nuclear threat, and highligh…

Sports4 days ago

Hapoel Tel Aviv Favored to Win 2026/27 Israeli Premier League with Ruben as Player of the Year

Football analyst Lachman forecasts Hapoel Tel Aviv to win the 2026/27 Israeli Premier League, with Omer Atzili as player of the year and three foreign players vying for top honors…

Politics5 days ago

Netanyahu Faces Political Fragmentation Amid Public Service Collapse and Ben Gurion Airport Crisis

Benjamin Netanyahu faces political fragmentation and public service collapse highlighted by a major strike that shut down Ben Gurion Airport. His leadership is criticized for fost…

Economy5 days ago

Shaul Amsterdamski Faces Criticism for Crypto Influencer in Money-Saving Show

Shaul Amsterdamski’s new documentary series on saving money faces criticism for featuring crypto influencer Naor Baruch, whose flashy persona clashes with the show’s educational g…

Security5 days ago·5 outlets

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…

Autistic Young Woman Sexually Assaulted in Bat Yam Hotel, Family Seeks Justice
Culture5 days ago

Rabbi Rafael Zar Offers Weekly Torah Insight on Parashat Ki Tetse

Rabbi Rafael Zar, a leading baal teshuva educator, provides a weekly Torah lesson focusing on Parashat Ki Tetse, offering moral guidance and spiritual encouragement.

Security6 days ago

Israeli Security Expert Warns Iran Poses Same Trap as Nazi Germany's Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact

Shimon Rafael warns Israel against trusting agreements with Iran and Hamas, comparing them to the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact's betrayal by Nazi Germany. He urges Israel to rely on mi…

Culture6 days ago

Rabbi Shlomo Zabihi Delivers Weekly Torah Portion in Persian for Shabbat

Rabbi Shlomo Zabihi from Mashhad, Iran, shares a Persian-language Torah lesson on the weekly portion Ki Tetse to enhance Shabbat observance.

Politics6 days ago·2 outlets

Zomet and Beit Israel Parties Form Third Right-Wing Camp Ahead of 2026 Elections

Zomet and Beit Israel parties have formed a new right-wing alliance called the Third Camp ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, combining agricultural settlement roots with social-nat…

Security6 days ago·2 outlets

Israel Moves to Produce Smart Bombs Locally to Reduce US Dependence

Israel is expanding local production of smart bombs like JDAM kits to reduce reliance on US munitions amid prolonged conflict. The move addresses supply vulnerabilities highlighte…

Security6 days ago

Retired IDF Paratrooper Zuri Shagai, Revered by Kurds and Praised by Rabin, Dies at 92

Zuri Shagai, a revered retired IDF paratrooper general known for his leadership in key Israeli military operations and his role in supporting Kurdish rebels, died at 92. Praised b…

Culture6 days ago

David Dvir Praises Contestants as 'Dancing with the Stars' Quarterfinals Heat Up

David Dvir softened his critiques during the tense quarterfinals of Israel's "Dancing with the Stars," praising Sharan Yini and Karin Sorochinsky's pasodoble performance. Despite…

Security6 days ago

Israeli Military Warns Against Politically Driven Escalation Amid Increased Gaza Strikes

Ahead of Israeli elections, the defense establishment warns against politically motivated escalation amid increased Gaza strikes. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited Syria following…

Security6 days ago

IDF Chief Warns Turkey Against Establishing Forces in Syrian Golan After Israeli Strikes

Following Israeli airstrikes in Syria near Aleppo, IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warned Turkey against establishing forces near Israel's borders in the Syrian Golan. The strikes, condemned…

Security6 days ago

IDF Chief Warns Turkey Against Establishing Forces Near Israeli Borders in Syria

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir warned Turkey against establishing forces near Israel's borders in Syria following an Israeli airstrike. Israel confirmed the strike targeted Turkish…

IDF Chief Warns Turkey Against Establishing Forces Near Israeli Borders in Syria
Culture6 days ago

Brith Yaakov Yeshiva in Jerusalem Sees Record Enrollment Demand for Elul Term

Brith Yaakov Yeshiva in Jerusalem's Beit Vagan neighborhood, known for its high-level Torah study and religious standards, is experiencing record demand for enrollment as the Elul…

Security7 days ago

IDF Chief Meets Greek Counterpart Amid Rising Tensions With Turkey

Israeli Defense Chief Eyal Zamir met with Greek General Dimitrios Chofis to reinforce military ties amid rising tensions with Turkey. Israel warned Syria against allowing Turkish…

Security7 days ago

Former Al-Qaeda Leader Abu Muhammad Al-Julani Controls Syria Amid Discovery of Nuclear Material

Former Al-Qaeda leader Abu Muhammad Al-Julani now controls Syria, where several tons of nuclear material were recently discovered. The IAEA confirmed the material’s presence at a…

Security7 days ago

Rafael Conducts Noise-Emitting Test at David Institute in Kiryat This Morning

Rafael is conducting a potentially noisy test at the David Institute in Kiryat this morning, with emergency services on alert for any real incidents.

Security7 days ago

IDF Disabled Veteran Sues Harel Insurance Over Denied Nursing Care Benefits

An 80-year-old disabled IDF veteran with cancer is suing Harel Insurance for nearly 119,000 shekels after his nursing care claim was denied without a medical exam, based on survei…

IDF Disabled Veteran Sues Harel Insurance Over Denied Nursing Care Benefits
SecurityAug 18, 2026

US Envoy Criticizes Israel for Syria Airstrike, Claims Turkey Nearly Retaliated

US envoy Tom Barrett criticized Israel for not warning Turkey before its airstrike in Syria, warning Ankara nearly retaliated. The strike targeted a Syrian airbase near Tartus, an…

US Envoy Criticizes Israel for Syria Airstrike, Claims Turkey Nearly Retaliated
SportsAug 18, 2026·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Seeks Foreign Winger After Manuel Benson's Season-Ending Injury

Maccabi Haifa's Manuel Benson will miss the entire 2026/27 season due to a severe knee injury, leading the club to seek a foreign winger replacement. Cedric Don and others may fil…

SecurityAug 18, 2026

Israel's Airstrike in Syria Triggers Turkish Escalation and Regional Tensions

Israel conducted an airstrike on a Syrian military airport, prompting Turkish and Syrian condemnations amid rising tensions. Israeli officials are wary of Turkey's expanding milit…

EconomyAug 18, 2026

Top Israeli Law Firms Earn Millions Advising Government Companies from 2023 to 2025

Three top Israeli law firms earned over 25 million shekels each advising government companies from 2023 to 2025, with total legal fees reaching about 409 million shekels. The mark…

EconomyAug 18, 2026·5 outlets

Haifa Court Cancels Rafael's 1.245 Billion Shekel Development Levy Demand

The Haifa District Court canceled a 1.245 billion shekel development levy demand against Rafael, citing flawed municipal calculations and unreasonable methodology. The court order…

SecurityAug 18, 2026·4 outlets

Syria Officially Confirms Possession of Nuclear Material Amid Rising Tensions with Israel

Syria's Foreign Minister officially confirms possession of nuclear material, asserting peaceful use and secure storage under IAEA oversight. This follows an alleged Israeli airstr…

Syria Officially Confirms Possession of Nuclear Material Amid Rising Tensions with Israel
EconomyAug 18, 2026

Israel Intensifies Economic Dispute with Qatar Over Zim Shipping Sale to German Firm

Israel is blocking the sale of shipping company Zim to Germany's Hapag-Lloyd due to concerns over Qatari and Saudi influence, following Qatar's veto of a separate defense deal. Mu…

SecurityAug 18, 2026·2 outlets

Syria Reverses Decision, Declares Right to Retain Nuclear Material for Peaceful Use

Syria has retracted its earlier agreement to remove nuclear material from a secret site, asserting its right to retain it for peaceful uses under IAEA supervision. This reversal f…

SportsAug 18, 2026·2 outlets

Maccabi Haifa Faces Crisis as Season Preparation Ends in Chaos

Maccabi Haifa ended its preseason with poor results and no clear improvement, highlighting deep organizational and coaching problems. Coach Barak Bachar faces intense scrutiny as…

SportsAug 18, 2026

Maccabi Haifa Faces Crisis as Season Preparation Ends in Chaos

Maccabi Haifa ended its preseason with poor results and no clear improvement, raising serious doubts about coach Barak Bachar’s future. The team suffers from poor management, chao…

CultureAug 17, 2026

Gal Rubin Launches Debut Lecture Amid Controversy Over Big Brother Win

Gal Rubin, Big Brother Israel winner, faces backlash over bullying claims but launches a lecture on resilience and personal growth in September.

SecurityAug 17, 2026

Israel Secures $3.4 Billion Greek Air Defense Deal Amid Rising Asian Demand

Greece is poised to approve a $3.4 billion Israeli air defense deal involving three systems amid rising regional threats. This follows Israel's largest export deals with Germany a…

CultureAug 17, 2026

New Book Reveals Rabbi Moshe Tzuriel’s Unpublished Torah Writings and Teachings

A new book titled "Treasures of the Torah of Moshe" compiles unpublished writings and teachings of Rabbi Moshe Tzuriel, focusing on Torah study methods and dissemination. The book…

GeneralAug 17, 2026

Channel 14 Mistakenly Pursues Wrong Woman, Fuels Controversy with Response

Channel 14 in Israel mistakenly tracked a woman they thought was Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi but found she was a neighbor, and their response to the error intensified public attention…

CultureAug 17, 2026

Dancing With the Stars Israel Faces Criticism for Overloaded Emotional Content Over Dance Performances

Israel's "Dancing With the Stars" has shifted from a dance-focused entertainment show to one dominated by personal traumas and social issues, reducing actual dance time. Last nigh…

SecurityAug 17, 2026·1 outlets

Rafael Conducts Controlled Tests at Mikveh David in Kiryat Amid Noise Alerts

Rafael is carrying out controlled tests in Kiryat's Mikveh David area that may cause noise, with emergency services on alert.