Yitzhak Rabin
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Yitzhak Rabin, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Netanyahu Visits Etzel Museum Following Discovery of Altalena Shipwreck, Vows 'Never Again' to Civil Conflict
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Etzel Museum following the discovery of the Altalena shipwreck off Tel Aviv. He plans to deliver a statement titled "Civil War, Never…
Ben-Gurion Orders Bombing of Altalena Ship Amid Deadly Arms Dispute
In 1948, David Ben-Gurion ordered the bombing of the Altalena ship carrying immigrants and weapons, leading to 19 Jewish deaths during a dispute over arms distribution in Israel's…
Remains of Altalena Ship Found 78 Years After Historic 1948 Clash in Israel
The wreckage of the Altalena ship, sunk in 1948 during a violent clash between Israeli forces and the Irgun, has been found 78 years later. The discovery recalls the intense inter…
Avi Benayahu Issues Rare Warning on Security of Leading Prime Minister Candidate
Avi Benayahu warned that the security of a leading Israeli prime minister candidate is at serious risk, criticizing Prime Minister Netanyahu's control over security bodies and com…
Judge Solberg Denies Security Detail for Former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Ahead of Elections
Judge Hanan Solberg, head of Israel’s Central Elections Committee, denied state security protection to former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot despite his leading election polls, citing po…
How Israel's Primary Elections Evolved From Promise to Flawed System
In 1993, Benjamin Netanyahu won Likud's first primaries amid a scandal involving threats against his wife. The primaries system, adopted after Labor's 1992 success, aimed to democ…
Gadi Eizenkot's Leadership Aura Meets Political Reality in Israel
Gadi Eizenkot, former IDF Chief of Staff, is seen by many Israelis as a potential national leader, but historical examples like Yigael Yadin show the difficulties military leaders…
Retired IDF Paratrooper Zuri Shagai, Revered by Kurds and Praised by Rabin, Dies at 92
Zuri Shagai, a revered retired IDF paratrooper general known for his leadership in key Israeli military operations and his role in supporting Kurdish rebels, died at 92. Praised b…
IDF Cancels Soldier Tours at Rabin Center Due to Election Restrictions
The IDF has canceled soldier tours at the Rabin Center in Tel Aviv due to election-related restrictions on military public relations activities. The center, dedicated to former Pr…
Trump’s Threats Against Oman Undermine US Alliances and Global Maritime Order
President Trump’s threats to bomb Oman over its dealings with Iran risk damaging a key US ally and destabilizing global maritime security. Oman has historically balanced relations…
Netanyahu Visits Popular Kebab Restaurant in Hadera Amid Tight Security
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Shifudi Olga, a popular kebab restaurant in Hadera, under heavy security for his fifth visit. The restaurant, known for its charc…
Israeli Arab Affairs Commentator Zvi Yehezkel Marks 56 with Unique Career Highlights
Zvi Yehezkel, a leading Israeli commentator on Arab affairs, celebrated his 56th birthday with a career spanning security work, undercover journalism, and religious transformation…
Retired Brigadier Amal Assad Reflects on Military Career and Political Disillusionment
Retired Brigadier General Amal Assad, a Druze Israeli, reflects on his military career, political disillusionment with Likud’s far-right shift, and his efforts to honor fallen Dru…
Jerusalem Faction's Bid to Split United Torah Judaism Rejected by Gur Hasidim
The Jerusalem Faction proposed that Gur Hasidim split from United Torah Judaism to form a new anti-conscription party, but Gur leaders rejected the plan, preferring to maintain un…
Jerusalem Faction Proposes New Anti-Draft Party to Gorsky, But He Declines
The Jerusalem Faction proposed that Yaakov Gorsky leave United Torah Judaism to form a new anti-draft party, but he declined and urged continued support for the existing party. Th…
Yigal Amir’s Wife Rejects Conspiracy Theories, Claims He Did Not Fire Second Shot at Rabin
Larisa Trimboler, wife of Yigal Amir, refutes conspiracy theories about the Rabin assassination and claims Amir did not fire the second fatal shot. She cites ballistic evidence an…
Israel Faces Renewed Political Battle Over Voting Rights for Citizens Abroad Ahead of 2026 Elections
Since a 1965 sailors' strike demanding voting rights abroad, Israel has grappled with extending electoral participation to its 550,000 citizens living overseas. Ahead of the 2026…
Israeli Actor Gavri Banai Criticizes West Bank Hilltop Youth, Sparks Online Backlash
Israeli actor Gavri Banai criticized West Bank Hilltop Youth as "wild" and unclean, sparking online backlash. He blamed Israel for the conflict and called for peace efforts. His c…
PR Figure Ran Rahav Sparks Confusion with Misinterpreted Tweet on Rabin Memorial
Ran Rahav mistakenly responded with anger to a sarcastic tweet about inconsistent fonts on the Yitzhak Rabin memorial, treating it as vandalism. The original tweet joked about the…
Israeli Public Broadcaster Rebrands Emigration as Patriotic Amid 2026 Election Campaign
Ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, the public broadcaster Kan has recast emigration as a patriotic act, reversing decades of national stigma against leaving the country. This shift…
25-Year-Old Woman Suffers Moderate Burns in Fire Incident in Be'er Ya'akov
A 25-year-old woman in Be'er Ya'akov was moderately burned in a fire and received emergency treatment before being hospitalized at Sheba Medical Center.
Dvir Kriv Joins Politics to Prevent Israel’s Internal Divisions from Leading to Collapse
Dvir Kriv joined Israeli politics to bridge societal divides and prevent internal conflicts from weakening the nation. He warns that ideological extremism and dehumanizing rhetori…
Israeli Actor Yossi Marshak Celebrates 57th Birthday with Surprising Life Facts
Israeli actor Yossi Marshak, known for "The Jews Are Coming" and "Yellow Peppers," celebrates his 57th birthday. Born in the US and raised in Israel, he served in the IDF, studied…
Defense Minister Israel Katz Ends Term Amid Zero Achievements and Military Conflicts
Israel Katz ends his two-year term as Defense Minister with no major achievements, frequent clashes with the military, and controversial political moves, including opposing the ar…
74-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured by Car in Hadera, Hospitalized in Moderate Condition
A 74-year-old pedestrian was hit by a car in Hadera and taken to Hillel Yaffe Hospital in moderate condition with a head injury.
Gadi Eizenkot Urges Police Chief to Act Immediately Against Political Violence After Attack on Party Activist
Gadi Eizenkot has demanded an immediate police investigation after Ilan Mans, a Yisrael party activist, was violently attacked while removing a sign calling for Yigal Amir's relea…
Itzik Boncel Vows Not to Vote for Likud if Eli Goldschmidt Is Reserved a Knesset Spot
Itzik Boncel, father of a fallen Israeli soldier, condemned rumors of former Labor MK Eli Goldschmidt joining Likud's Knesset list, threatening to withhold his vote if true. He cr…
Power Couple's Elior Sparks Controversy Saying He Didn't Know What 'Gay' Meant in 2026
Elior Sofer from Israeli reality show "Power Couple" admitted he did not know what "gay" meant until recently, sparking public criticism. He and his wife attended a Reform Pride w…
Elderly Man Severely Attacked Over Controversial Sign on Highway 1 Bridge
A 76-year-old man was severely beaten while trying to remove a sign supporting Yigal Amir on a bridge over Highway 1 in Israel. He was hospitalized with a brain hemorrhage and is…
Influencer Odaya Pinto Shares Tour of Her Modern Galilee Home and Personal Values
Israeli influencer Odaya Pinto showcased her modern home in the Galilee and discussed her upbringing, values, and recent real estate purchase. She addressed past controversies and…
Israeli Supreme Court Judge Temporarily Suspends Knesset Laws, Raising Constitutional Debate
Israeli Supreme Court Justice Ofer Groskopf temporarily suspended two Knesset laws before hearings, igniting debate over judicial authority versus legislative sovereignty in Israe…
Israel Harel Urges Right-Wing to Rethink Netanyahu Leadership and Broaden Political Strategy
Israel Harel, founder of the Yesha Council, calls on the right-wing to reconsider Netanyahu's leadership and broaden political alliances. He criticizes the Religious Zionist Party…
Israeli Rock Legends Reunite for Nostalgic Concert at Rishon LeZion Amphitheater
Five legendary Israeli rock musicians reunited for a nostalgic concert at Rishon LeZion’s Max Amphitheater, performing classic hits from the 1970s to the 1990s before a large, ent…
Strategist Ronen Tzur Withdraws from Politics Following Internal Left-Wing Smear Campaign
Ronen Tzur, an Israeli political strategist, announced his withdrawal from active politics following an internal smear campaign within the left-wing camp. He criticized the aggres…
Israeli Intelligence Veterans Warn of Rising Civil Conflict Threat Amid Political Polarization
Retired Shin Bet officials warn that Israel faces a serious risk of civil war fueled by extreme political polarization and mutual hatred, posing a greater threat than external ene…
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…
Legendary Israeli News Anchor Haim Yavin Laid to Rest at 93
Haim Yavin, Israel's pioneering news anchor known as "Mr. Television," died at 93 and was buried at Givat Hashlosha. He anchored the main news program "Mabat" for nearly 40 years…
American Youth's Growing Alienation from Israel Signals Future Diplomatic Challenges
Following the October 7 Gaza conflict, American youth increasingly view Israel negatively, with 75% aged 18-29 holding unfavorable opinions. This shift reflects disillusionment wi…
Former Shin Bet Chief Links Israel’s Leadership Failures to Rising Internal Hatred
David Zini, former head of Shin Bet, linked Israel’s internal hatred to dangerous leadership, comparing today’s political climate to the first-century revolts. He criticized Prime…
Former Israeli Crime Boss Recalls Prison Meeting with Yigal Amir, Rabin’s Assassin
Yossi Harari, a former Israeli crime boss, described a prison meeting with Yigal Amir, who showed no remorse for assassinating Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. Harari said he would h…
Amos Gitai’s New Film Featuring Rabin and Displaced Bedouins to Premiere at Venice Festival
Amos Gitai’s new film "The Journey to Jericho," featuring interviews with Yitzhak Rabin and stories of displaced Bedouins, will premiere at the Venice Film Festival amid a climate…
Chaim Yavin Chronicles Israel’s History as TV News Pioneer and Icon
Chaim Yavin, a pioneering Israeli TV news anchor, shaped the country's media landscape from 1968 to 2008. He covered historic events including the 1977 political shift, Sadat's vi…
Debate Over Ultra-Orthodox Military Service Reveals Deeper Israeli Identity Conflict
A video controversy reignited debate over ultra-Orthodox military conscription in Israel, but political history and attitudes suggest the core conflict is about the country's iden…
Israeli Director Irad Rubinstein Balances Theater, Family, and Personal Fears Amid New Kamari Production
Irad Rubinstein, an Israeli director and actor, is preparing for the Kamari Theater's "Agamemnon" premiere while balancing family life and personal challenges. He shares insights…
Netanyahu-Haredi Alliance Faces Uncertainty as Knesset Dissolves
The longstanding political alliance between Netanyahu and the Haredi parties, once partners of Rabin during Oslo, is ending as the Knesset dissolves, with Haredim exploring new al…
Influencer Odaya Pinto Responds After Public Backlash Over Yitzhak Rabin Incident
Israeli influencer Odaya Pinto faced public criticism after not recognizing Yitzhak Rabin on TV, later defending herself in a Channel 13 interview.
Haredi Education Criticized for Isolating Students and Hindering Integration
Oudya Pinto's failure to recognize Yitzhak Rabin sparked debate on how Haredi education isolates students, with gender segregation and special benefits reinforcing concerns about…
Netanyahu's Alliance With Ultra-Orthodox Parties Nears End as Knesset Dissolves
The alliance between Prime Minister Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties is ending with the Knesset's dissolution, as these parties consider new political partnerships ahead of th…
