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Israeli Journalist Nitsa Aviram Chronicles Complex Coexistence in Debut Novel Featuring Arab Gynecologist

Israeli journalist Nitsa Aviram's debut novel "Strong Belly" draws from her daughter's high-risk pregnancy and her own experiences living near the Palestinian neighborhood of Issa…

Elisha Ben Kimon Appointed Military Correspondent at Yedioth Ahronoth and Ynet

Elisha Ben Kimon has been officially named the military correspondent for Yedioth Ahronoth and Ynet after serving as acting correspondent. Known for his expertise on the West Bank…

Four Teens Indicted for Violent Attack on Cinema Usher in Rehovot

Four teenagers in Rehovot were indicted for violently assaulting a cinema usher after being asked to stop smoking and leave. The usher sustained serious facial injuries and was ho…

Likud Supreme Court Ruling Forces Half of Incumbent MKs Out Ahead of Primaries

The Likud party's Supreme Court ruled that ministers and MKs can only run on the national list, forcing many incumbents to compete in a crowded primary and risking the loss of abo…

Father of Murdered Yehuda Sherman Rebukes Nahum Barnea for Inaccuracies in Op-Ed

Yehoshua Sherman, father of Yehuda Shmuel Sherman who was murdered, strongly refuted Nahum Barnea's column in Yedioth Ahronoth, correcting what he called factual inaccuracies abou…

Israeli Party Leaders Outline Divergent Visions for Coexistence Amid Regional Hostility

Mansour Abbas Supports Arab-Run Civil Service Without Military Ties for Israeli Arabs

Mansour Abbas, leader of Ra'am, advocates for a voluntary civil service for Israeli Arabs that excludes military involvement and is managed by Arab institutions with community con…

Yinon Magal Condemns Gush Katif Disengagement in Fiery Response to Old Advertisement

Yinon Magal condemned a post-disengagement advertisement supporting the 2005 Gush Katif evacuation, calling its supporters "a bunch of idiots." He reflected on his painful experie…

Israeli Press Council Honors Four Yedioth Ahronoth and ynet Journalists for October 7 War Coverage

The Israeli Press and Communications Council awarded four Yedioth Ahronoth and ynet journalists certificates of appreciation for their exceptional and courageous coverage of the O…

Veteran Israeli Journalist Shlomo Nakdimon Celebrates 90th Birthday Reflecting on Six Decades of Media Work

Shlomo Nakdimon, a veteran Israeli journalist and former communications advisor to Prime Minister Menachem Begin, celebrates his 90th birthday reflecting on a six-decade career at…

Qatar Denounces Bennett’s Claims of Funding Iranian Revolutionary Guards as Political Misinformation

Naftali Bennett accused Qatar of funding Iran’s Revolutionary Guards and terrorist groups at a security conference, prompting Qatar to condemn his claims as deliberate misinformat…

Israel Faces Complex Security Threats Amid Lebanon Talks and Iranian Nuclear Concerns

Israel is navigating complex security challenges amid diplomatic talks with Lebanon and concerns over northern residents' trust following recent militant activity and the October…

Yair Golan Endorses Gadi Eizenkot as Leading Candidate for Israeli PM

Yair Golan, Democratic Party leader, endorses Gadi Eizenkot as the leading candidate for Israeli prime minister, highlighting the importance of election outcomes and party strengt…

Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom Calls Israel's Strategic Position a Resounding Failure

Retired Brigadier General Dror Shalom criticized Israel's strategic failures despite operational successes, calling for a state inquiry and improved international relations. He hi…

Experts Debate Israel’s Strategic Challenges in West Bank and Gaza Amid Rising Tensions

At a national security conference, Israeli experts discussed the deteriorating Palestinian political situation, the collapse of the Oslo Accords, and the challenges Israel faces i…

Israeli Academia Faces Brain Drain Amid Funding Cuts and Political Challenges

Israeli academic leaders warn that the country's higher education system is endangered by severe budget cuts and lack of support, causing brain drain and hampering international c…

Experts Warn Iran’s Nuclear Threat Persists Despite Strikes, Shifting Strategic Calculations

Experts at an Israeli security conference warned that despite recent Israeli and U.S. strikes, Iran’s nuclear program remains intact and continues to advance. They highlighted Ira…

Yair Golan Criticizes Israeli Government's Neglect of Jewish Terrorism in West Bank

Yair Golan condemned the Israeli government's disregard for Jewish terrorism and illegal outposts in the West Bank, urging political solutions over force and supporting separation…

Ra'am Leader Mansour Abbas Supports National Service for Arab Youth, Criticizes Right-Wing on Crime and Sovereignty

Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas supports establishing national-civil service for Arab youth to foster integration and responsibility. He criticizes the right-wing for ignoring Arab cit…

Israeli Minister Ben Gvir Reveals Marwan Barghouti's Attempt to Unite Arab Parties Against Prison Reform

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir revealed that Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti tried to unite Arab parties to oppose recent Israeli prison reforms. Barghou…

Northern Israel Residents Demand Transparency and Trust Rebuilding Amid Security Transition with Lebanon

Northern Israeli residents express deep mistrust toward the government and IDF amid security transitions with Lebanon. Despite ongoing IDF presence, fears of infiltration and trau…

Benny Gantz Confident Blue and White Will Pass Threshold, Rejects Quitting Amid Low Polls

Benny Gantz, leader of Blue and White, rejected quitting the election despite low polls, affirming his party will pass the electoral threshold and criticizing Prime Minister Netan…

Gantz Credits Israel's Military Success but Blames Netanyahu for Global Isolation

Benny Gantz acknowledged Israel's strong military performance in the war but faulted Prime Minister Netanyahu for poor diplomatic conditions that left Israel isolated internationa…

Finance Minister Smotrich Denies Jewish Terrorism Claims in West Bank, Cites Violence in Israeli Cities

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich denied claims of Jewish terrorism in the West Bank, calling them false and highlighting violence in Israeli cities. He urged law enforcement to t…

National Security Minister Ben Gvir Supports Death Penalty for Terrorists

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir declared at a national security conference his support for the death penalty for terrorists, expressing a desire for victims or…

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir Criticizes Trump’s Approach to Iran

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized Donald Trump's approach to Iran, calling it naive and advocating for stronger military pressure instead of diplomacy.

Former IDF General Warns Israel Against Overdependence on US and Calls for Strategic Reassessment

Retired Brigadier General Assaf Orion warns Israel against overreliance on the US president and calls for strategic independence. He urges Israel to repair ties with Europe, maint…

Liberman Warns Income Tax Could Rise 16% Without Universal Military Draft Law

Avigdor Liberman announced that refusal to serve in the IDF or civilian service will lead to loss of benefits and a criminal record, warning that without a universal draft law, in…

Former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot Criticizes Netanyahu’s Leadership and Political Tactics

Former IDF Chief Gadi Eisenkot sharply criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu for surrounding himself with deceitful advisors and promoting false narratives, including a controversia…

Former PM Bennett Says Israel Could Topple Iran Regime, Missed Opportunity Window

Naftali Bennett said Israel can topple Iran's regime but missed a key chance due to inaction, especially regarding internet continuity during protests.

Former Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Warns US Support for Israel Is Fading

Tamir Hayman, former Israeli Military Intelligence chief, warns that US public support for Israel is declining, especially among younger Americans, threatening Israel's political…

INSS Head Warns US Support for Israel Is Fading After Trump Presidency

Tamir Hayman of INSS warns that US support for Israel is weakening post-Trump, with backing now dependent on one person amid internal American political shifts and external influe…

Gadi Eizenkot Warns of Near Anarchy in West Bank Due to Coalition Changes

Gadi Eizenkot warned that the West Bank is nearing anarchy due to coalition changes by Netanyahu, which weakened Israeli control and law enforcement there.

Veteran Journalists Liran Levi and Dr. Itai Gal Join Israel's Channel 16 News Team

Israel's Channel 16 has recruited veteran journalists Liran Levi and Dr. Itai Gal to enhance its news coverage, with Levi leading crime reporting and Dr. Gal covering health issue…

Israeli Government Moves Authority Over Terrorist Family Expulsions to Prime Minister Netanyahu

Israel plans to transfer authority over expelling terrorist family members to Prime Minister Netanyahu after nearly two years of non-implementation due to legal opposition and min…

Israeli TV Pioneer Chaim Yavin Laid to Rest at 93

Chaim Yavin, a founding figure of Israeli television and longtime news anchor, died at 93 and was buried at Kibbutz Givat Hashlosha. Known for coining the term "Mahapach" during t…

Israel's New Threat Landscape Highlights Internal, Political, and Economic Risks Alongside Iran

A new INSS survey shows Israelis now see internal conflicts, political instability, and economic risks as major threats alongside Iran's nuclear ambitions. These findings will be…

Veteran Israeli Broadcaster Chaim Yavin Dies at 93

Chaim Yavin, a founding figure of Israeli television and longtime news anchor, died at 93. Born in Germany in 1932, he immigrated to Israel as a child and became a prominent journ…

Israeli Media Highlights Unlikely Unity Between Opposing Voices Ahead of Tisha B'Av

Ahead of Tisha B'Av, Israeli media spotlighted the unexpected friendship between commentator Israel Cohen and screenwriter Chen Avigdori, who united after Avigdori's family was ki…

TGI Survey Shows Decline in Print Media and Radio Exposure in Israel

The TGI survey from July 2025 to June 2026 shows a decline in exposure to printed newspapers and radio listening in Israel, with Israel Hayom leading daily and weekend newspapers…

Jonathan Orich Releases New Video Amid Backlash Over Netanyahu Campaign Clip

Jonathan Orich issued a revised video replacing a male figure with a female one after backlash over a Netanyahu campaign clip perceived as resembling Gadi Eizenkot's late son. The…

Israel Assesses Northern Front Resilience Amid Ongoing Security Challenges

Israel continues to face security and community resilience challenges on its northern front despite reduced media attention. A panel at the National Security Conference will discu…

Bereaved Entrepreneur Wins Top Prize for Growing Beersheba Gym Against All Odds

Inbar Shoah, who took over her late husband Tal's Beersheba gym after he was killed in Gaza in December 2023, won first place in a national young entrepreneurs competition. Despit…

Saudi-Israeli Normalization Falters Amid Regional Conflict and Political Stalemate

A planned Saudi-Israeli normalization deal linked to a regional infrastructure project and peace efforts in Gaza collapsed due to Israeli political resistance, despite U.S. and Sa…

Minister Ze'ev Elkin Challenges Netanyahu Trial, Reveals Political Influence on Media

Minister Ze'ev Elkin testified in Netanyahu's Case 2000 trial, revealing politicians' influence over media content and criticizing police investigations as infringing parliamentar…

Israeli Air Force’s First Female Brigadier General Appointed as Air Attaché in Washington

Colonel G, commander of Israel’s Ovda Airbase, will become the first female brigadier general in the Israeli Air Force as she takes on the role of air attaché in Washington. She h…

Alan Dershowitz Honors Senator Lindsey Graham as a Strong Ally of Israel

Alan Dershowitz honored the late Senator Lindsey Graham as a devoted supporter of Israel, highlighting their friendship and Graham's bipartisan efforts in the U.S. Senate. He prai…

Israeli Authors Release New Books Exploring Truth, Trauma, and Cultural Reflection

Israeli authors have released new works spanning fiction, nonfiction, essays, and poetry that explore themes of personal trauma, truth, cultural identity, and the literary process…