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Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:48:09 GMTBennett: Don’t use the IDF for cynical politics
Bennett said that he completely backs the IDF in controversy surrounding the death of Barel Hadariya Shmueli.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:32:54 GMTArab-Israeli soccer star Munas Dabbur heavily booed during Israel win
Dabbur was booed by Israeli fans throughout the night as the national team celebrated one of their most significant victories in recent years.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:15:06 GMTHerzog pays condolences to family of slain Border Police officer
Barel Shmueli's family has been very vocal about their disappointment with the IDF since his death and have been highly critical of their practices.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:12:37 GMT'Na'im Besofash' transport service to operate on Rosh Hashanah
The 'Pleasant Weekend' initiative was intended to operate only on weekends, but the service will be expanded to holidays too.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:00:05 GMTState to ask court for six-month delay in razing West Bank's Khan al-Ahmar
Former prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared poised in 2018 to demolish the herding village of tents and shacks that is home to 180 Jahalin Bedouin.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 06:07:58 GMTBennett: Israel won’t accept rocket attacks from Lebanon
“Israel will not accept shooting into its territory,” Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warned.
Sun, 05 Sep 2021 00:56:10 GMTOver 3,000 expected at Orthodox Union's virtual Torah Yerushalayim on Sept. 12
Speakers such as Chief Rabbi David Lau and singer Rabbi Shlomo Katz are expected to be at this year's virtual Torah Yerushalayim event
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 22:13:35 GMTIsrael wins 5-2 against Austria in World Cup qualifying match
Continuing their winning streak against 4-0 over the Faroe Islands last week, Israel met Austria at the Sammy Ofer Stadium in Haifa
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 20:59:03 GMTIDF chief of staff throws support behind commanders amid growing anger
Mother of fallen soldier says she doesn't believe in the army; investigation finds poor troop placement at fault for Shmueli’s death, not open-fire regulations
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 20:35:08 GMTIDF Chief of Staff responds to criticism over death of border police officer
Kohavi revealed the IDF is close to completing a thorough investigation into the incident that "will leave no stone unturned."
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 18:43:26 GMTIsraelis to celebrate Rosh Hashanah without new restrictions
Hebrew U: Serious cases to drop under 500 within next week or two
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 18:16:21 GMTIsrael’s COVID-19 Rosh Hashanah rules - the full details
These are the Israeli government's latest recommendations ahead of the High Holy Days.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 17:45:07 GMTThe battle against violence in Arab communities continues
Dozens of people were arrested and 30 weapons were confiscated by the Israel Police last week.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 17:31:51 GMTMoroccan Jewish music and life via piyutim
“In the recordings you hear pots and pans, and babies crying,” she laughs. “It is very inspiring.”
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 15:44:46 GMTIDF firing zones, Highway 10 to be open to to hikers during holiday period
Entrance into the approved areas must be coordinated ahead of time, and without the correct permission, travelers will not be granted entry.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:13:54 GMTUS senators talk about two-states while visiting Israel
The four senators arrived in Israel after a trip to Beirut, where they warned that Lebanon was in free fall as a result of its destabilizing financial meltdown.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:52:18 GMTChristian Zionists honor Gila Gamliel with ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’
The All Nations Convocations organization has brought hundreds of Bible-believing Christian members of parliament to Israel from more than 100 countries each year for the past 17 years.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 12:26:33 GMTPoor placement of troops, not open-fire regulations at fault for Shmueli's death
The Shmueli family stated they are "disappointed, hurt and frustrated by the investigation."
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 11:56:35 GMTJerusalem's 'Green Wall' is reconstructed and greener than ever
The wall of colorful Mediterranean foliage and vegetation is the biggest in Israel.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 11:54:30 GMTPacking it in with a 36-hour jaunt up North
An unforgettable trip that lasted just 36 hours. Here's everything that you can experience in a short trip up North.
Sat, 04 Sep 2021 09:41:44 GMTBennett tells Jewish leaders: 'Taking steps to reduce Palestinian tensions'
The prime minister also said in a Zoom conversation that following his meeting with President Biden, a joint team was formed for Israel and the United States to deal with the Iranian issue.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 17:53:35 GMTPolice investigating if woman who robbed bank was coerced, kidnapped
Police are investigating if woman involved in a bank robbery involving a bomb threat may have been coerced and kidnapped to attempt the robbery.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:17:37 GMT IDF disabled vets treatment reform: Hotline to operate 24/7
As part of the "One Soul" reform of services the Defense Ministry provides IDF veterans suffering from trauma, a support hotline will operate 24/7 at *8944.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:38:42 GMTDefense Ministry to relocate IDF bases, build housing units
IDF bases are being relocated to free up as much land as possible in areas of high housing demands as well as increase trade, tourism and employment.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:12:41 GMTIsrael's new coalition is 'walking on eggshells'
The fight between Benny Gantz and the rest of the party leaders in his coalition over meeting with PA President Mahmoud Abbas is the perfect example of how the government could come apart.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 09:11:20 GMTMaccabi Haifa footballers receive third COVID-19 vaccine
Both senior and youth players got jabbed by MDA paramedics, as part of the campaign to encourage the Israeli public to get vaccinated.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:08:46 GMTBennett attends IDF, Mossad and Shin Bet Rosh Hashanah toasts
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett spoke at IDF, Mossad and Shin Bet toasts ahead of Rosh Hashanah.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 05:01:27 GMTThousands party at Funjoya Festival despite COVID restrictions
In a rare move, Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis wrote a letter to the organizers, expressing her fear that the festival is a public menace and health hazard.
Fri, 03 Sep 2021 04:32:51 GMT“Babyn Yar. Context" screens in Israeli premiere at Jerusalem Film Festival
The film is produced by renowned Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa, with the support of the Babyn Yar Holocaust Memorial Center.
Thu, 02 Sep 2021 19:54:55 GMTHow to have a sweet financial New Year
In the Yom Kippur service we read the prayers of the High Priest that are mostly about the financial well-being of the Jewish people for the upcoming year.