Route 4
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Route 4, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Five Injured in Two-Car Crash at Haroeh Junction on Route 4, Two in Serious Condition
Five people were injured in a two-car accident at Haroeh Junction on Route 4, with two in serious condition and others in moderate to light condition, all taken to Hillel Yaffe Ho…
Forest Fire Near Ben Shemen Closes Highways 1 and 6, Firefighters Battle Blaze
A forest fire near the Ben Shemen interchange on Tuesday afternoon forced the closure of Highways 1 and 6, with firefighters and police working to contain the blaze and manage hea…
Driver Sentenced to Six Years for Fatal 2019 Crash Killing Mother and Infant in Israel
Tarek Karad was sentenced to six years in prison for a 2019 car crash on Route 45 that killed Zipora Rimel and her infant daughter Noam Rachel. The court found Karad guilty of neg…
Fatal Crash on Golan Heights Road Kills Man, Injures Five Others
A fatal crash on June 5, 2026, near Afik junction in the Golan Heights killed a 35-year-old man and injured five others. Another serious motorcycle accident occurred the previous…
Police to Charge Eldar Dayan's Friends Amid Violent Disappearance Investigation
Israeli police are set to charge two friends of Eldar Dayan, who disappeared after a violent fight in Hod Hasharon. The suspects allegedly threatened Dayan's life and fled the sce…
Chef Omer Alouan Revives Top Arabic Cuisine with New Terracotta Restaurant on Route 444
Chef Omer Alouan has opened Terracotta, a new upscale restaurant on Route 444 reviving his acclaimed Arabic cuisine from Algefen. The menu features traditional and innovative dish…
Pedestrian in His 50s Killed in Car Accident Near Yavne Interchange on Route 4
A man in his 50s was fatally hit by a car on Route 4 near the Yavne interchange on Wednesday afternoon, with emergency responders unable to save him. Police are investigating the…
Israel's Mikveh Israel Agricultural School to Open Public Walkways Within Two Years
Israel's National Council has approved a new master plan for Mikveh Israel agricultural school, allowing phased public pedestrian and bicycle access starting within two years whil…
Electric Bicycle Rider Seriously Injured in Collision Near Lod
A foreign worker in his 30s suffered serious injuries after a collision between his electric bicycle and a car near Lod, and was taken to a hospital in Be'er Ya'akov.
Six Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Ono Interchange on Route 471
Six people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Route 471 near the Ono interchange; one man is moderately injured, five others lightly hurt.
Eight Lightly Injured in Two-Car Accident Near Yarkon Interchange on Route 40
Eight people, including four adults and four children, were lightly injured in a two-car accident near the Yarkon Interchange on Route 40, with emergency responders providing on-s…
Young Woman Injured in Car Rollover Near Ginaton on Route 40
A 24-year-old woman was moderately injured when her car overturned near the Ginaton junction on Route 40 and was taken to Shamir Medical Center for treatment.
Motorcyclist Injured in Moderate Condition in Crash Near Morasha Interchange on Route 4
A 36-year-old motorcyclist was moderately injured in a collision with a car on Route 4 near the Morasha Interchange and was hospitalized after receiving initial treatment from Uni…
Two Men Sustain Minor Injuries in Car Crash on Route 463 Near Na'aleh
Two men were lightly injured in a two-car accident on Route 463 near Na'aleh and treated by United Hatzalah.
Driver's Illegal U-Turn Near Tunnel Exit Nearly Causes Major Accident on Route 471
A driver made an illegal U-turn near a tunnel exit on Route 471 toward Petah Tikva, nearly causing a collision with oncoming vehicles, but quick reactions prevented an accident.
Jerusalem’s Pisgat Ze’ev Transforms with NOFARIM Mixed-Use Residential Project
The NOFARIM project in Jerusalem’s Pisgat Ze’ev neighborhood is developing a mixed-use complex with 286 new apartments, commercial spaces, and communal areas. Situated near the li…
Nighttime Roadworks Cause Growing Traffic Jams Across Israel, Metro Project to Worsen Situation
Israel is experiencing growing nighttime traffic jams due to extensive roadworks restricted to weeknights by labor laws. Major infrastructure projects across the country, includin…
Historic Reconciliation Ends Deadly Family Feuds in Central Israel Towns
A historic reconciliation ceremony in Kafr Qasim ended deadly family feuds that caused over 45 deaths, with similar peace efforts in Tira following years of violence in central Is…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Collision on Route 45 Near Givat Ze'ev
A 26-year-old motorcyclist was seriously hurt in a crash with a car on Route 45 near Givat Ze'ev; both he and the lightly injured driver were hospitalized.
Three Seriously Injured in Separate Traffic Accidents in Central Israel Overnight
Three people were seriously injured overnight in separate traffic accidents in central Israel, including an ATV crash near Rishon Lezion, a multi-vehicle collision on Route 471, a…
Two Protesters Arrested After Blocking Route 4 Near Bnei Brak
Two protesters were arrested after blocking Route 4 near Bnei Brak, leading to clashes with police and minor injuries before the road was cleared.
Protest for African Asylum Seekers Blocks Route 4 at Geha Interchange
A protest supporting African asylum seekers by the Jerusalem faction blocked Route 4 at the Geha Interchange, causing traffic disruptions.
West Bank's Key Route 465 Set for Major Expansion to Strengthen Settlements
The planning council in Judea and Samaria has approved doubling the width of Route 465, a key West Bank road, to strengthen Israeli settlements. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich…
Suspect Drives Stolen Car Against Traffic, Hits Police Vehicle and Causes Gas Leak Near Modi'in Illit
A suspect driving a stolen car against traffic near Modi'in Illit rammed a police vehicle, causing a gas truck collision and leak. Two officers were lightly injured, and the road…
Israel Plans New West Bank Settlement 'Zivda' to Strengthen Strategic Border Area
Israel plans to establish a new settlement called Zivda in the western Benjamin region of the West Bank to strengthen strategic Israeli presence along the seam line and protect ke…
Motorcyclist Injured in Moderate Condition Near Sirkhin Junction on Route 40
A motorcyclist in his twenties was moderately injured in a collision with a car near Sirkhin Junction on Route 40 and was taken to Sheba Medical Center in stable condition.
Israeli Government Names Section of Route 443 After Former Minister David Levy
Israel's government has named a section of Route 443 after former minister David Levy, honoring his long public service and social contributions. The road segment lies between Ben…
Motorcyclist Injured in Moderate Condition After Collision Near Bnei Darom Interchange on Route 4
A man in his 50s was moderately injured when his motorcycle collided with a car near the Bnei Darom interchange on Route 4 and was taken to Assuta Hospital in Ashdod.
Twelve Lightly Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Mashabei Sadeh Kibbutz in Negev
Twelve individuals were lightly injured in a multi-car accident near Mashabei Sadeh kibbutz in the Negev and were taken to Soroka Hospital in Beersheba.
Truck and Car Collide on Route 45 Near Ofar Camp, Three Lightly Injured
A truck and car collided on Route 45 near Ofar Camp, lightly injuring a driver and two children who were taken to Hadassah Hospital.
Nine Lightly Injured in Truck-Car Collision Near Neot Hovav on Route 40
A truck and car collided near Neot Hovav on Route 40, injuring nine people lightly, who were taken to Soroka Hospital.
Two Women Injured in Car Accident Near Kfar Saba on Route 4
Two 30-year-old women were moderately and lightly injured in a two-car accident near Kfar Saba on Route 4 and were taken to Meir Medical Center, while the other driver was lightly…
38-Year-Old Motorcyclist Injured in Moderate Condition in Road Accident on Route 42
A 38-year-old motorcyclist was moderately injured after being hit by a car on Route 42 near Bnei Darom and was taken to Assuta Hospital in Ashdod.
Motorcyclist Injured in Moderate Condition in Crash Near Givat Shmuel Interchange on Route 4
A 25-year-old female motorcyclist was moderately injured in a collision with a car on Route 4 near Givat Shmuel and was taken to Sheba Medical Center.
Electric Scooter Rider Dies After Collision With Vehicle in Azor
A man in his 60s died after being hit by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in Azor; police are investigating.
Woman Seriously Injured in Two-Car Crash Near Ad Halom Interchange on Route 4
A 44-year-old woman was seriously injured and a man moderately hurt in a two-car accident near the Ad Halom interchange on Route 4, with both taken to Assuta Hospital in Ashdod.
Friday Morning Roadwork on Route 40/6 Snarls Traffic for 25 Minutes
Drivers were delayed for 25 minutes on Route 40 near Beit Kama on Friday morning when Netivei Israel blocked the road for maintenance work. The company said the work involved repa…
Hundreds Block Bnei Brak Roads in Protest Over Haredi Draft Exemptions
Hundreds of protesters blocked major roads in Bnei Brak on Friday to protest Haredi draft exemptions. The rally, near Route 4 on Rabbi Kahaneman Street, drew reservists, active-du…
Women Protesters Block Entry to Bnei Brak in Anti-Draft Counterdemonstration
Women from Mothers on the Front blocked Bnei Brak’s main entrance on Friday to protest Haredi roadblocks earlier in the week over draft enforcement. The demonstration sparked shov…
Dogs and Cats Across Israel Await Adopters at Shelters and Rescue Groups
Israeli shelters and rescue groups are advertising dozens of dogs and cats for adoption in multiple cities. The animals range from puppies and kittens to older pets with medical n…
Night Closures Set on Main Road to Ben Gurion Airport
The Israel Airports Authority announced nightly closures on Road 40 near Ben Gurion Airport from Thursday through Sunday, June 28. The shutdowns, between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m…
IDF to Build Haredi Training Base in Jordan Valley Amid Draft Crisis
The IDF will build a Haredi training base in the Jordan Valley for all ultra-Orthodox service tracks, at a cost of tens of millions of shekels. The announcement followed mass prot…
Court Orders House Arrest for Driver Filmed Brandishing Gun at Haredi Protesters
A Jerusalem court released to house arrest a driver accused of pointing a gun at Haredi anti-draft protesters on Route 1. Police said he was arrested after video footage emerged…
Police Officer Filmed Kicking Protester on Route 4 Questioned by Investigators
A police officer filmed kicking a protester in the head on Route 4 was questioned by Mahash. The incident took place last week during a road blockade by ultra-Orthodox protesters.
Police officer investigated over alleged assault on ultra-Orthodox protester on Geha Road
A police officer is under investigation after video allegedly showed him kicking an ultra-Orthodox protester in the head during a Geha Road demonstration against arrests of Torah…
Motorcyclist Killed on Ayalon Highway in Second Fatal Crash at Same Spot This Week
A motorcyclist about 50 was killed Thursday after being hit by a car on the Ayalon Highway near the Hashalom Interchange. It was the second fatal motorcycle crash at the same spot…
Teen Rider Arrested After Nighttime Highway 40 Chase in Israel
A 17-year-old from Be'er Tuvia was arrested after fleeing police on Route 40 on an unlicensed motorcycle. The chase ended when the bike slid into a ditch, and police later release…
Man Seriously Hurt in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Yarkon Interchange
A 55-year-old man was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on Route 40 near the Yarkon Interchange. Magen David Adom evacuated him to Beilinson Hospital in Petah Tikva.
