Rafael
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Rafael, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israel Aims to Build Offensive Military Capabilities in Space
Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel is pursuing offensive military capabilities in space, beyond its current satellite use. He said the goal is to strengthen deterrence and g…
Rabbi Rafael Zar shares a weekly Torah reflection on Parashat Balak
Rabbi Rafael Zar appears in a weekly Kikar HaShabbat Torah segment on Parashat Balak. The piece presents his remarks as a source of moral encouragement and spiritual strengthening.
Koren Hatuka exits Big Brother saying he feels he missed the final
Koren Hatuka was voted out of Big Brother on Wednesday night and finished sixth, missing the finale set for Saturday. He said he felt both grateful and disappointed, called Noam T…
How a former teenage buyer became the Israel head of Third Point Ventures
A 33-year-old Herzliya resident now heads Third Point Ventures’ Israel investment activity. The profile traces how she moved from Safed and Unit 8200 to Defense Ministry procureme…
Turkish Drone Maker to Fund Scholarships for Palestinian Students
Baykar, Turkey’s biggest drone maker, signed an agreement to fund scholarships for Palestinian students studying in Turkey. The article also reports a surge in Indian defense expo…
Mourinho Says He Returned to Real Madrid Out of Love for the Club
Jose Mourinho said he returned to Real Madrid because he loves the club, and outlined his approach in a first interview after being reappointed. He defended his tactical record, p…
Sephardi rabbis urge Rabbi David Yosef to apologize to women after remarks on ritual immersion
A group of Sephardi rabbis wrote to Chief Rabbi David Yosef on Wednesday, criticizing his comments about women’s ritual immersion and calling on him to apologize. They said his re…
War, Cheaper Euro Push Cyprus to the Top of Israeli Travel Picks
Nearly 590,000 Israelis flew to Cyprus in 2025, a 39% rise, as cheaper prices and strong demand boosted the route. Cyprus Airways says Israel is a strategic market, while Cyprus t…
Trump Says There Is No Rush to Find Iran’s Nuclear Material
Trump said on Tuesday that Iran’s nuclear materials are buried underground and there is no need to rush to find them. His remarks came as Iran said it would not allow nuclear insp…
Iran Says IAEA Will Not Be Granted Access to Attacked Nuclear Sites
Iran’s deputy foreign minister said the IAEA will not be given access to attacked nuclear facilities or nuclear material. He said the issue depends on a final deal and full sancti…
Rafael Plans Controlled Midday Test at David Institute in Kiryat, Noise Possible
Rafael announced a planned controlled test at the David Institute in the Krayot area around midday. The company said noise may be heard, and rescue and security services have been…
A New Wine Bar Brings Style and Strong Wines to Bnei Brak-Ramat Gan Area
Sideways, a new wine bar in the Ono Valley near Sheba Medical Center, is being praised for its stylish neighborhood feel and strong wine selection. The bar offers 80 wines, food d…
England Held, Modric Reaches Rare Milestone as Ronaldo Makes History
Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. England drew 0-0 with Ghana, Croatia beat Panama 1-0…
Report Says Nuclear Inspectors’ Access Came Up in Iran Talks Despite Denials
The New York Times reported that IAEA inspectors’ access to Iran was discussed in the talks despite Tehran’s denials. At the same time, the U.S. Senate passed a symbolic Iran war…
Ronaldo Makes World Cup History as Portugal Rout Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0. England drew 0-0 with Ghana, and Croatia beat Panama 1-0.
State Companies Authority Plans Performance Reviews for Government Directors
Israel’s State Companies Authority is preparing a new internal system to assess the performance of directors in government-owned companies. The reviews will be used to help judge…
IAEA Demands Access to Iran’s Nuclear Sites as Uranium Stockpile Location Remains Unclear
The IAEA is seeking quick access to Iran’s nuclear sites to verify the location of its enriched uranium stockpile. The agency says it has been unable to inspect damaged sites for…
Trump Says U.S. Can Fly Over Tehran as Iran Faces Nuclear Inspection
Donald Trump said at a Pennsylvania rally that U.S. planes could fly over Tehran and that Iran had accepted strict nuclear monitoring. The IAEA said it will inspect Iran’s nuclear…
Israel's defense exports hit a record as Asia-Pacific becomes the fastest-growing market
Israel’s defense exports hit about $19.2 billion in 2025, led by fast growth in Asia-Pacific. India remains the top customer, but Vietnam, Japan, South Korea and Australia are eme…
Anna Zak Named FOX’s New Fashion Ambassador
Anna Zak has been named FOX’s new brand ambassador shortly after ending a three-year deal with Renoir. She will front FOX’s main campaigns and basic collections, replacing Liel El…
Netanyahu Pushes Plan for Israel's Strategic Self-Reliance
Benjamin Netanyahu is promoting a 10-year, 350 billion shekel plan to make Israel militarily and strategically self-reliant. The article says the plan would reduce dependence on U…
UFC Fight in Baku Turns Political After Daghestani Fighter Attacks Michele Pereira
The UFC will hold an event in Baku this weekend, featuring Michele Pereira against Shara Magomedov in a heated co-main event. Magomedov insulted Pereira over his support for Israe…
Bagera Chairman Says Israel Should Back Small Defense Firms, Not Privatize Its Giants
At EY’s M&A conference, Bagera Systems chairman Yaron Mizrahi argued Israel should support small defense firms instead of privatizing state giants. He said Bagera’s June 5 IPO was…
Tehran Denies Nuclear Inspectors Return Despite U.S. Claims
Iran denied that it agreed to let IAEA inspectors back into its nuclear sites, despite U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance’s statement. Tehran said the Swiss talks produced only a memo…
Portugal under pressure as Ronaldo debate dominates World Cup buildup
Portugal meet Uzbekistan in Houston tonight after an underwhelming draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo raised fresh questions about Cristiano Ronaldo’s role. Francisco Conc…
Caregivers of trauma survivors say they are being left to cope alone
At a ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth conference on PTSD, family caregivers described how the mental health crisis has overwhelmed entire households. Speakers said they are often left wi…
Qatar Fund Stalls Volkswagen-Rafael Iron Dome Deal
Qatar’s 17% stake in Volkswagen is being used to delay a planned partnership with Rafael to make Iron Dome components in Germany. The project, signed in April, is important to Vol…
Natali Dadon Announces Engagement After On-Off Reunion
Natali Dadon and Amit Perlis announced their engagement on Sunday after resuming their relationship in March. The couple, who share a nine-year-old son, had split in September aft…
U.S. and Iran open Switzerland talks as Vance cites major progress
U.S. and Iranian delegations opened talks in Switzerland on Sunday, with J.D. Vance saying major progress had been made. The discussions are framed around ending the Israel-Hezbol…
U.S. and Iranian Delegations Meet in Switzerland as Vance Says Talks Are Advancing
U.S. and Iranian delegations opened talks Sunday at a Swiss resort, with J.D. Vance saying progress is being made, especially on Lebanon. Qatar is mediating, while Iranian and Isr…
Pakistan Says Iran Agreed to Lower Uranium Enrichment
Pakistan's foreign minister said Iran agreed in Islamabad to reduce uranium enrichment from 60% to 0.7%. He said Tehran would not hand its stockpile to the United States, and that…
Beitar Jerusalem weighing a move for Shon Weissman after signing Tomer Yosefi
Beitar Jerusalem is considering signing Shon Weissman, after already bringing Tomer Yosefi back from abroad. The club may open two-year contract talks if Weissman agrees to return…
Israeli State Delegation to Visit Nasdaq to Explore Defense Company Listings
A state delegation led by Maayan Harel will visit Nasdaq next month to examine IPO options for Israeli defense firms, including dual listings in New York and Tel Aviv. The trip co…
IAEA Chief and Swiss Foreign Minister Meet at Bürgenstock Talks
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi met Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis today at Bürgenstock, where U.S.-Iran talks are underway. They discussed recent developments concerning Iran.
HOVERAir X1 Pro Review: A Pocket Drone That Follows You at 60 km/h
Zero Zero Robotics’ HOVERAir X1 Pro is an autonomous hand-launch drone that follows users at speeds up to 60 km/h. The reviewer praised its portability, video quality, and trackin…
Former 'The Models' Judge Regrets Her Harsh Role, Ex-Contestant Pushes Back
Betty Rocawaji said in a Walla Personal podcast that she regrets her role as the harsh judge on "The Models." Karin Cohen, a former contestant from the 2007 third season, responde…
'Big Brother' Heads Into the Finale With Gal Dominating the Edit
With one week left before the finale, a "Big Brother" recap says the show has become almost entirely about Gal. It also says Shli’s elimination exposed how her relationship with O…
Israeli fleets rethink Chinese cars as security concerns spread
Elbit is phasing Chinese lease cars out of its 4,400-vehicle fleet, joining other Israeli security-linked bodies that have tightened rules on Chinese vehicles. The shift is spread…
Aharon Frenkel's UVision Moves Toward Nasdaq Listing at Up to $3.5 Billion Valuation
UVision Air, owned by Aharon Frenkel, is expected to file for a Nasdaq IPO within a month at a valuation of $3 billion to $3.5 billion. The company, based in Hefer Valley, has a $…
Germany Eyes Major Deal With Secretive Israeli Missile Startup After Trump Scrapped Tomahawk Plan
Germany is considering buying long-range cruise missiles from Covenant Technologies, a secretive Israeli startup, as an alternative to U.S. Tomahawks. Berlin wants the missiles by…
Israel Risks Repeating Lebanon’s Security Trap Amid Iran Talks
The article says Israel’s fighting in southern Lebanon risks repeating the security-zone trap of 1982 to 2000. It warns that a new forward line inside Lebanon could undermine the…
Qatar Moves to Block Rafael Deal for Volkswagen Plant in Germany
Reuters reported that Qatar is trying to stop Rafael from buying a Volkswagen plant in Germany for Iron Dome production. Volkswagen is looking for a long-term solution for the Osn…
Netherlands Crush Sweden as Van der Vaart and Sneijder Hail a Vintage Performance
The Netherlands routed Sweden on Saturday, leading 4-0 by the 54th minute. Rafael van der Vaart and Wesley Sneijder praised the team as one of the best Dutch sides in years and pr…
Netherlands Thrash Sweden as Van der Vaart Calls It Their Best Side in Years
The Netherlands overwhelmed Sweden on Saturday, leading 4-0 by the 54th minute in a World Cup 2026 match. Rafael van der Vaart and Wesley Sneijder both praised the team, while Dut…
Steinitz Warns Against Repeating Obama-Era Iran Deal Mistake
Rafael chairman Yuval Steinitz warned that any deal leaving Iran enrichment capacity would let it regain nuclear-threshold status within one to two years. He also said Rafael and…
Qatar Stakeholder Opposes Volkswagen-Rafael Deal, Raising Doubts Over Iron Dome Plant Plan
Reuters says a Volkswagen-Rafael plan to produce Iron Dome components in Osnabrück is in jeopardy after Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund, which owns 17% of Volkswagen, objected. The…
Ronaldo debate reignited after Portugal’s frustrating World Cup opener
Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo in its 2026 World Cup opener, reigniting debate over Cristiano Ronaldo’s starting role. João Neves also came under fire aft…
Witkoff Says Iran Will Let IAEA Inspect Nuclear Sites
Steve Witkoff said Iran will invite IAEA representatives to its nuclear sites to begin work on removing enriched uranium. He said the U.S.-Iran memorandum has no side deals and pu…