southern Israel
Israeli-media coverage mentioning southern Israel, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Southern Israel Faces Flood Risks as Localized August Rainfall Expected
Israel will see a return to normal summer temperatures with localized rain mainly in eastern areas this weekend. The Fire and Rescue Services warn of flash flood risks in southern…
MK Yitzhak Kroizer Destroys Illegal Cannabis Lab in Negev Military Firing Zone
MK Yitzhak Kroizer discovered and destroyed an illegal cannabis lab in a Negev military firing zone, vowing to restore law and order in the region.
Israeli Police Charge Three in Attempted Car Bomb Assassination in Ashdod
Israeli authorities charged three men with attempting to assassinate a known criminal in Ashdod using a remote-controlled car bomb that exploded prematurely, causing property dama…
Two Suspects Arrested in Southern Israel Over July Scooter Shooting Incident
Two Kiryat Gat residents were arrested in connection with a July shooting after a victim sought hospital treatment without cooperating. Police used covert operations and intellige…
Police Catch Driver Using Phone While Child Passenger Stands Unsecured in Car
Israeli police caught a driver using a phone while driving with a child passenger standing unsecured in the car, issuing a citation amid increased enforcement against distracted d…
Ayal Nagar Rises as Crime Boss in Southern Israel After Controversial Truce
Ayal Nagar has risen to lead the southern Israeli crime scene after Benny Shlomo's murder, forming a rare truce with rival Lavi family members and expanding his influence in Ashdo…
New Therapeutic Groups Provide Support for Bereaved Families and Autistic Youth in Southern Israel
Ahva Academic College in southern Israel has established new therapeutic groups to support bereaved families and autistic youth, addressing emotional isolation and social challeng…
Bazan Chairman Warns Investing in Israel Amid Uncertainty Is Irresponsible to Investors
Bazan's chairman Moshe Kaplinsky warns that investing in Israel amid government plans to shut down the refinery creates harmful uncertainty for investors. The company plans to inv…
Three Suspects Face Serious Charges for Throwing Stun Grenade in Bat Yam
Three southern Israeli residents, including a minor, are charged with throwing a stun grenade at a Bat Yam residential building. Police arrested them after a vehicle linked to the…
Three Israeli Men Indicted for Smuggling Drugs Across Jordan Border in Precedent Case
Three men from Kfar Mazar were indicted for smuggling 50 kilograms of hashish worth millions across the Jordan border. They face charges including violating state sovereignty, a r…
Israeli Police Arrest Crime Boss Eyal Nagar in Major South Israel Crackdown
Israeli police arrested crime boss Eyal Nagar and 26 others in a major raid targeting extortion rackets in southern Israel. Undercover agents infiltrated the syndicate for months…
Israeli Police Arrest Crime Boss Eyal Nagar in Major Southern Crime Network Bust
Israeli police arrested 27 suspects, including crime boss Eyal Nagar, in a major operation against criminal networks controlling delivery routes and extorting businesses in Ashdod…
Southern Israel Dentist Investigated for Over 10 Million Shekels in Tax Fraud
Raad Albaz, a dentist from Beersheba, is under investigation for allegedly underreporting income by over 10 million shekels and submitting false asset declarations. Authorities se…
Itamar Ben Gvir Blames Netanyahu for Gaza Policy Failures and Defends Security Measures
Itamar Ben Gvir publicly criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu's Gaza policies, blaming him for restricting military actions and opposing foreign forces in the Strip. He defended hi…
Taissia Files Defamation Lawsuit Over Online Hate Campaign in South Israel
Taissia Zemolotsky and her partner filed a defamation and sexual harassment lawsuit against a southern Israeli TikTok user who insulted her online. The lawsuit demands 170,000 she…
Dozens of Female Soldiers Fall Ill at IDF Base in Southern Israel
About 30 female soldiers at the IDF Gadna base in Sde Boker fell ill with gastrointestinal symptoms, leading to halted training and medical investigations. Poor kitchen conditions…
Five-Year-Old Ian Monir Abu Amar Dies After Drowning in Southern Israel Pool
Ian Monir Abu Amar, aged five, drowned last week in a pool in Omer, southern Israel. Safety group Beterem reports a sixfold rise in child drowning deaths this year, with 19 fatali…
Avigdor Bechar Names Avigdor Lieberman as His Preferred Prime Minister Candidate
Avigdor Bechar, who lost family members in the October 7 attack, announced he will vote for Avigdor Lieberman, rejecting joining Likud and emphasizing the need for firm action aga…
Israeli Driver Loses Brakes, Emergency Call Center Guides Her to Safe Stop
A driver in southern Israel lost her brakes while driving and called the police emergency center. Guided by a dispatcher and traffic expert, she safely stopped the car, avoiding a…
Israel's Largest Lizard Rescued and Rehabilitated After Falling Into Water Pit Near Eshkol
A large gray monitor lizard, Israel's biggest lizard species, was rescued from a water pit near Eshkol, treated for severe injuries and malnutrition, and is now recovering before…
Israeli Explorer Discovers and Enters Remains of Iranian Ballistic Missile Near Arad
Yitzhak Carmeli found and entered the remains of an Iranian ballistic missile near Arad after a rocket attack on Israel, documenting the discovery on August 10, 2026.
Rabbi Eliyahu Topik Urges Strengthening Faith Amid Uncertain Times in Southern Israel
Rabbi Eliyahu Topik of Be'er Yehuda Yeshiva spoke in Netivot, urging yeshiva students to strengthen their faith and Torah study amid uncertainty over military conscription and per…
Israeli Police Seize Stolen M16 Rifles, Grenades, and Ammunition in Southern Arab Towns
Israeli police and Border Police seized stolen M16 rifles, grenades, and ammunition in Lakiya and Hura during Operation "Iron Net," arresting five suspects for further investigati…
Israeli Police Raid Illegal Gambling Den in Ashdod, Detain Five Suspects
Israeli police raided an illegal gambling house in Ashdod, seizing equipment and detaining five suspects. This action is part of a broader crackdown on illegal gambling venues in…
Police Arrest Eight Suspects After Violent Night of Shootings in Southern Israel
Police arrested eight suspects following shootings during violent incidents in Lakiya and Ashdod, southern Israel, on August 9, 2026. One person was lightly injured, and police co…
Israeli Teens Lead Science-Based Campaign to Prevent Youth Smoking Initiation
Two Israeli high school seniors lead a peer-driven, science-based program to prevent smoking initiation among youth, responding to rising e-cigarette use. They developed workshops…
West Bank Resident Indicted for Killing Passenger and Attempted Vehicle Attacks in Southern Israel
Basel Shawarma, a West Bank resident, is charged with murdering a passenger and attempting to run over others while transporting illegal migrants into Israel near Beersheba.
Father of Slain Victim Confronts Israeli Transport Minister Over October 7 Tragedy
Nissim Look, father of Shani Look killed and abducted by Hamas on October 7, confronted Transport Minister Miri Regev in Jerusalem, blaming her and Likud for the tragedy and accus…
Head of Israeli Real Estate Enforcement Rejects National Security Ministry CEO's Accusations as Defamation Campaign
Avi Cohen, head of Israel's Real Estate Enforcement Authority, rejected accusations from Rafael Engel, CEO of the National Security Ministry, calling them a politically motivated…
Southern Israeli Slaughterhouse Cleared of Illegal Youth Labor Charges After Court Ruling
The Negev Poultry slaughterhouse in Ofakim was cleared of illegal youth labor charges after a court ruled that responsibility lies with subcontractors, not the company itself. The…
Israel’s Largest Public Hospital to Be Built in Beersheba with Multi-Billion Shekel Investment
Israel will build its largest public hospital, the Shimon Peres Negev Medical Center, in Beersheba with an investment of billions of shekels. The project includes 2,100 beds, exte…
Magen David Adom's Southern Volunteers Enjoy Family Fun Day to Honor Their Life-Saving Work
Magen David Adom's 'Hatzalah South' organized a large family fun day for over a thousand volunteers and relatives at Merhavim, celebrating their dedication to saving lives. The ev…
Eilat Mourns Founding Journalist and Local Newspaper Pioneer Yitzhak Noam
Yitzhak Noam, a founding journalist and pioneer of Eilat’s local press, died at 95 after documenting the city’s growth for over 60 years. He founded Israel’s first local newspaper…
Man Arrested for Murder of Lawyer Arbel Feldman After Months of Threats Over Compensation Dispute
Ahmad Alragoub, 23, surrendered after fatally shooting his lawyer Arbel Feldman in Rishon Lezion amid a dispute over compensation money. Recordings reveal months of threats before…
Former Ministers Hendel and Trooper Launch Zionist Reservists Party Demanding National Security Ministry
Former ministers Yoaz Hendel and Hili Trooper launched the Zionist Home - The Reservists party in Jerusalem, presenting a broad reform plan focused on security, education, and gov…
Israel Conducts Planned Arrow Missile Defense Test Amid Public Alarm
Residents in central and southern Israel observed a missile interception trail on August 5, 2026, causing alarm. Authorities later confirmed it was a planned test of the Arrow mis…
Electra Expands Transportation Operations by Acquiring Control of Southern Israel Shuttle Company
Electra, via its subsidiary Electra Afikim, has acquired a 51% stake in southern Israel shuttle company Mataylei Lahav, expanding its transportation services. The deal values Mata…
Avissaror Shares Surge 14% at Tel Aviv IPO Amid Low Trading Volumes
Avissaror launched its IPO on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, with shares surging 14.5% at open despite very low trading volumes. The company raised 530 million shekels at a 2 billio…
Israeli Security Forces Arrest Two Suspects for Vandalizing IDF Soldier Yehuda Peretz Memorial
Israeli forces arrested two Bedouin suspects for vandalizing a memorial to fallen IDF soldier Yehuda Peretz in Retamim, following a covert investigation and coordinated raids in B…
Aaron Razel and Aviya Sherman Release New Duet 'From Now Until Eternity'
Aaron Razel and Aviya Sherman have released "From Now Until Eternity," a duet and third single from Razel's 15th album, inspired by a personal connection formed after a canceled p…
Police Raid in Ashkelon Uncovers Illegal Gambling Den Linked to Crime Boss
Israeli police raided an illegal gambling den in Ashkelon linked to a senior southern crime figure, detaining four suspects and seizing gambling equipment. The investigation conti…
Suspect in Rishon Lezion Lawyer Murder Surrenders to Police After Manhunt
A man suspected of killing a lawyer in Rishon Lezion surrendered to police after a manhunt, reportedly over dissatisfaction with legal services.
Bus Hits Pedestrians in Ashkelon, Killing One Woman and Injuring Others
A bus accident in Ashkelon on Tuesday afternoon killed an elderly woman and seriously injured others after three buses collided and struck pedestrians. Emergency responders treate…
Israeli Police Arrest Ashdod Resident in Sting Operation for Illegal Firearm Possession
Israeli police arrested an Ashdod resident during a covert operation after he was caught pulling a handgun from a secret hideout. The arrest follows weeks of intelligence work tar…
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.
Hapoel Be'er Sheva Faces Low Fan Turnout in European Matches Due to Multiple Factors
Hapoel Be'er Sheva is seeing low fan turnout at European matches due to a smaller regional fan base, recent poor results, costly travel, and inconvenient match locations. Despite…
Bank of Jerusalem Donates Hundreds of Thousands to Rebuild Soroka Medical Center After Iranian Missile Strike
Bank of Jerusalem donates hundreds of thousands of shekels to Soroka Medical Center to help build a new rehabilitation center after an Iranian missile strike damaged the hospital…
Social Entrepreneur Yaffa Tabaja Joins Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar Party to Promote Social Equality
Yaffa Tabaja, founder of the MTech innovation center and social entrepreneur from Ashkelon, has joined Gadi Eizenkot's Yashar party. She aims to promote social equality, mental he…