Rahat
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Rahat, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israel Faces Urgent Need to Build New Airport as Ben Gurion Hits Capacity Limits
Israel's Ben Gurion Airport is nearing capacity, causing flight delays and soaring prices. Plans for a new airport at Ramat David, approved in 2014, were stalled due to political…
MK Tzvi Sukkot Destroys Palestinian Memorial Under IDF Guard in West Bank Village
Israeli MK Tzvi Sukkot was filmed destroying a Palestinian memorial in a West Bank village under IDF protection, following a prior tense visit to Rahat where he faced protests. Th…
Mossad Chief Backs Joint Industrial Zone for Ramat Negev and Bir al-Saba Amid Security Concerns
The Ramat Negev Regional Council approved a joint industrial zone with the Bedouin village Bir al-Saba despite crime concerns, backed by Mossad chief Roman Gofman who highlighted…
Criticism of Mansour Abbas Over Shift in Stance on Palestinian Nakba and Statehood
Mansour Abbas's recent interview sparked criticism for downplaying the Palestinian Nakba and shifting political positions, with critics warning this may lead to Arab political nor…
16-Year-Old Boy Injured in Horsefall in Rahat and Hospitalized
A 16-year-old boy fell from a horse in Rahat, suffering head and leg injuries, and was hospitalized at Soroka Medical Center.
Israeli Council Head Investigated for Alleged Polygamy with Four Wives and 45 Children
An Israeli council head is being investigated for allegedly marrying four women simultaneously and fathering 45 children. The probe is ongoing amid a rise in polygamy investigatio…
Australian Government Considers Appeal Over Controversial Judge's Ruling on Antisemitism Case
The New South Wales government may appeal a Supreme Court ruling that rejected a terrorism control order against a man convicted of antisemitic vandalism and arson. The judge crit…
Israeli Police Investigate Polygamy Cases Involving Multiple Wives and Dozens of Children in Negev
Israeli police are investigating polygamy cases in the Negev involving men married to multiple women, some without legal residency, and dozens of children. Two men, aged 83 and 40…
Israeli Police Seize Loaded M-16 and Ammunition in Negev Operations
Israeli police and Border Police seized a loaded M-16 rifle, ammunition, and other weapons in multiple operations in the Negev Bedouin communities, arresting several suspects. The…
Israeli Border Police Arrest 18-Year-Old for Smuggling Glock Pistol in Negev Bedouin Community
Israeli Border Police arrested an 18-year-old Bedouin man in Rahat for smuggling a Glock pistol, found wrapped in paper nearby. His detention was extended until August 24, 2026, a…
Hiba Elhouzail Develops Therapeutic Styling Method for Bedouin Women in Rahat
Hiba Elhouzail from Rahat has developed a therapeutic styling method that helps Bedouin women improve self-image while respecting traditional dress. Through workshops and research…
Australian Judge Criticizes IHRA Definition of Antisemitism as Detached from Reality
An Australian Supreme Court judge rejected the IHRA definition of antisemitism as unrealistic while dismissing a government request to impose supervision on a man convicted of pol…
18-Year-Old Charged with Robbing Disabled Woman in Wheelchair in Beersheba
An 18-year-old from Rahat was charged with aggravated robbery after punching and stealing a handbag from a disabled woman in a wheelchair in Beersheba, then attempting to use her…
Man in Southern Israel Charged for Forcing 15-Year-Old into Second Marriage and Abuse
A 32-year-old man from southern Israel is charged with forcing a 15-year-old girl into a second marriage and abusing her, including during pregnancy. The girl fled with their infa…
Israeli Police Charge Rahat Residents with Extortion and Threats Against Business Rivals
Israeli police charged Sami and Muhammad Abu Galbin from Rahat with extortion and threats against business competitors supplying foreign workers in the Gaza envelope and western N…
Israeli Police Foil Assassination Attempt in Southern Israel, Arrest Three Suspects
Two men from Rahat attempted to assassinate a target in southern Israel by shooting at a vehicle and police officers on August 17, 2026. They fled but were later arrested along wi…
Two Rahat Residents Charged with Attempted Murder and Shooting at Police in Tel Sheva
Muhammad Abu Sidra and Anas Alataika from Rahat are charged with attempted murder and shooting at police in Tel Sheva, with the victim critically injured. Anas's sister, Anwar, fa…
Masked Gunmen Open Fire in Central Sderot, Injuring Three People
Two masked men opened fire outside a store in Sderot in December 2025, injuring three people. Following an initial dispute, the suspects returned armed and shot at the group befor…
Israeli Police Arrest 36 in Rahat During Iron Net Operation, Seize Weapons and Drugs
Israeli police arrested 36 suspects in Rahat during the "Iron Net" operation, seizing weapons including an M16 rifle and drugs. The crackdown involved multiple raids over the past…
Southern Couple Detained En Route to Wedding, Criticize National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir
A southern Israeli couple was detained by police en route to their wedding for allegedly disrupting traffic, causing delays and guest departures. They accused National Security Mi…
Israel’s Unemployment Rises Slightly in July Amid Seasonal Job Losses and Sector Shifts
Israel’s registered unemployment rose slightly in July 2026 due to seasonal summer layoffs, especially in education and among the Haredi community, while job vacancies increased…
Four-Year-Old Boy Found Safe After Going Missing at Ashkelon's Delilah Beach
A four-year-old boy went missing at Delilah Beach in Ashkelon but was found safe after extensive police and volunteer searches. This follows a similar disappearance in the city tw…
Israeli Police Find M-16 Hidden in Sandpit at Rahat Kindergarten, Arrest Suspect
Israeli police in Rahat arrested a man after finding an M-16 rifle hidden in a kindergarten sandpit, along with ammunition, following a shooting report on August 9. The arrest is…
Rahat Launches Advanced Security System to Combat Rising Crime
Rahat is launching a new security system with cameras and a drone linked to the police control room to detect violence in real time and improve response. The project, supported by…
Man in His 30s Stabbed to Death in Rahat
A man in his 30s was stabbed to death in Rahat, with medical teams confirming his death at the scene.
Aliza Bloch Supports Inclusive Government Talks but Rules Out Terror-Linked Arab Parties
Aliza Bloch, who recently joined Gilad Erdan's party, supports including Arab representation in a broad Israeli government if parties recognize Israel's Jewish identity and suppor…
New Member of Gilad Erdan's Party Supports Arab Representation in Broad Israeli Government
Aliza Bloch, joining Gilad Erdan's party, supports including Arab parties in a broad Israeli government if they uphold national service and Israel's Jewish identity. Erdan rejects…
Israeli Police Arrest Three with Over 2 Kg of Cocaine After High-Speed Chase Near Kiryat Gat
Israeli police arrested three men near Kiryat Gat with over 2 kilograms of cocaine after a car and foot chase. The suspects, aged 22, were caught following a targeted operation an…
10-Year-Old Boy Moderately Injured in Electric ATV Accident in Rahat
A 10-year-old boy was moderately injured in a self-inflicted electric ATV accident in Rahat and was taken to Soroka Medical Center for treatment.
Two Brothers Charged for Armed Shooting and Threats Against Family in Rahat
Two brothers from Rahat, Youssef and Hassan Albakhiri, were charged for shooting and threatening their family during a dispute. Youssef fired an assault rifle from his roof, endan…
Israeli Police Shut Down Butcher Shop in Rahat After Shooting Incident
Israeli police closed a butcher shop in Rahat for 15 days after a shooting injured the illegal resident manager amid ongoing family feuds. The closure follows a series of violent…
Car Crashes Into Coffee Shop in Rahat Causing Severe Damage, No Injuries Reported
A woman in Rahat crashed her car into a coffee shop on Saturday morning, causing heavy damage but no injuries. Police are investigating the cause, and witnesses called it a near d…
17-Year-Old Killed Outside Cousin's Wedding in Negev Car Accident
Mohammad Alkarnaoi, 17, died after being hit by a car outside his cousin's wedding in Ar'ara, Negev. Despite emergency efforts, he succumbed to head injuries. Earlier, a separate…
Israeli Police Seize 1.6 Kg of Suspected Crystal Meth in Beit Kama Vehicle
Israeli police seized 1.6 kg of suspected crystal meth hidden in a vehicle at Beit Kama, arresting two Bedouin suspects. Separately, two Rahat residents were arrested for running…
Six-Year-Old Girl Injured by Car in Rahat and Hospitalized in Moderate Condition
A six-year-old girl was hit by a car in Rahat and is now hospitalized in moderate condition with facial and chest injuries.
Two Southern Israel Residents Charged with Sexual Offenses Against Minors
Two men from southern Israel face indictments for sexual offenses against minors, including rape and indecent acts, in separate cases.
Man Throws Grenade at Residential Compound in Rahat Amid Family Feud and Flees
A man in Rahat was charged with throwing a grenade into a rival family's residential compound, causing damage before fleeing. Police arrested him, but his lawyer claims mistaken i…
Israeli Police Seize Weapons Cache in Rahat Thanks to Police Dog Anna
Israeli police, with the help of police dog Anna, seized a weapons cache in Rahat amid family feud-related violence, arresting two suspects and continuing efforts to curb crime in…
Four Rahat Residents Arrested for Alleged Extortion Threats in Eshkol Region
Four men from Rahat were arrested in southern Israel for allegedly threatening a meat distributor in the Eshkol area to stop his operations. They are under investigation and will…
Israeli Police Arrest 24 Suspects After Violent Mass Brawl in Rahat
Israeli police detained 24 suspects after a violent mass fight between factions in Rahat, where two officers were injured during the intervention.
Mass Brawl Erupts Between Clans in Rahat, Two Police Officers Injured
A violent clash between two clans in Rahat involved around 100 participants, resulting in minor injuries to several people including two police officers, with 24 arrests made.
Bedouin Worker and Kibbutz Member Survive October 7 Terror Attack Through Courage and Trust
During the October 7 terror attack on Kibbutz Be'eri, Aya Midan and Hesham Elkrenawi, a Bedouin kibbutz worker, survived by hiding together despite mutual suspicion. Their bond gr…
Train Service Disrupted Near Ramla Station Due to Suspicious Object, Delays to Beersheba and Beit Shemesh
Train services near Ramla station were temporarily suspended due to a suspicious object, causing delays and route changes to Beersheba and Beit Shemesh lines.
Israeli Police Seize Weapons, Vehicles, and Illegal Fuel in Massive Negev Operation
Israeli police carried out a major crackdown in the Negev towns of Rahat and Tarabin, seizing weapons, vehicles worth millions of shekels, illegal fuel, and spoiled meat. Ten susp…
Israeli Electricity Company and Police Uncover $900,000 Electricity Theft in Negev Operation
The Israel Electric Corporation and Israeli Police conducted a major operation in the Negev, uncovering illegal electricity connections worth over 3 million shekels in Rahat and T…
Israeli Police Launch National Crackdown on Crime in Rahat
Israeli Police Commissioner Danni Levi launched a major enforcement operation in Rahat to fight crime in the Arab community, involving hundreds of officers and multiple agencies…
Israeli Police Arrest Two Young Men for Alleged Extortion Attempt of Contractor in Southern Israel
Israeli police arrested two men from Ramla for allegedly trying to extort protection money from a contractor at a southern Israel construction site, using threats conveyed through…
Ra'am Party Holds Its First Ever Primaries Ahead of Upcoming Elections
Ra'am party is holding its first-ever primaries on August 22 to select Knesset candidates, aiming to strengthen its role amid challenges faced by the Arab community under the curr…