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Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:26:11 GMTTeva honored for gender equality as women reach 43% of senior management in Israel
Teva received the award for advancing gender equality through women’s representation in management, equal pay, workplace policies, and inclusive culture, according to the announcement.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:16:32 GMTIDF locates Hezbollah weapons cache in children’s bedroom during op. in southern Lebanon
Numerous explosives, ‘Kalashnikov’ rifles, grenades, RPGs, machine guns, munitions, and combat equipment were found in the cache.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:39:35 GMTEleven arrested in coordinated op. targeting alleged protection racket in central Israel
As part of the covert phase of the investigation, Lahav 433 established a front construction company to gather evidence.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:46:15 GMTNetanyahu criminal trial hearing abruptly canceled after six weeks of delays
About 90 minutes before the hearing was scheduled to begin, it was abruptly canceled, following a request from Netanyahu's attorney, Amit Hadad.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMTIDF probe: Infiltrating Hamas terrorists devastated Kibbutz Holit on October 7
The IDF’s investigation into the Hamas attack on Kibbutz Holit reveals devastating losses, including 13 civilians killed and 9 hostages taken.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:20:45 GMTPolice find over 20 toddlers at unlicensed daycare center in Jerusalem
During investigation into a separate, unrelated case, the police arrived at an apartment in Givat Shaul, where they found the illegal daycare, containing around 25 toddlers, managed by two people.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:04:24 GMTPetah Tikva names new sports complex after Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, murdered on Independence Day eve
According to the municipality, the choice of a sports hall is not just a commemoration, but to turn the pain caused by the murder into a lever for a change in consciousness.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:27:50 GMTNetanyahu meets Christians serving in IDF amid controversy over treatment of Lebanese Christians
"These are Christian soldiers, men and women, in the Israeli Defense Forces. They fill all the important positions in our incredible military, and they do incredible work," Netanyahu said.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:52:15 GMTNew Bennett-Lapid joint party marks return of 'covenant of brothers' - analysis
Talks between the two were long, intense, and crowded, taking place over several weeks. Those who spoke with them during this period heard many mutual compliments, although without understanding.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:57:37 GMTWATCH: IDF helicopter evacuates wounded soldiers amid heavy fire, drone impacts meters away
The Air Force helicopter took off from the scene within seconds to avoid a direct hit after detecting additional drones launched into the area.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:57:16 GMTHome Front Command tightens security guidelines in northern Israel as Hezbollah tensions increase
The new guidelines limit gatherings in communities along the confrontation line to no more than 1,500 people. They come into effect at 22:30 on Sunday, and end at 20:00 on Monday.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:29:22 GMTShabbat showdown down South as Beitar Jerusalem, Hapoel Beersheba deliver thriller
While the game ended in a 2-2 draw, the match had many ups and downs, creating excitement galore for fans of Hapoel Beersheba and Beitar Jerusalem.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:57:59 GMTFauda season 5 to premiere with revamped plot and new faces
Fauda’s fifth season is back with a new revenge-driven plot, new faces like Mélanie Laurent, and an updated storyline reflecting the aftermath of the October 7 massacre.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:07:36 GMTNetanyahu attacks Bennett, Lapid's joint party list announcement with inflammatory video
Members of the Netanyahu-led coalition and the opposition reacted to Bennett and Lapid's announcement that the two will form a joint list for the 2026 Knesset elections.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:01:07 GMTSgt. Idan Fooks, 19, killed in southern Lebanon
Idan Fooks, 19, from Petah Tikva served in the 7th Armored Brigade's 77th Battalion.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:56:41 GMTIDF Lt. Col. (res.) Ido Frommer killed in civilian parachuting accident
Lt. Col. (res.) Frommer was the CEO and co-founder of a UAV company and previously managed Yeruham's technological and economic development, as well as its education department.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:24:47 GMTIsraeli politics shaken as Bennett and Lapid join forces again - analysis
On paper, Bennett and Lapid had no business being allied. However, the personal trust between them is the central campaign promise.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:01:49 GMTIsrael High Court demands government enforce draft law, revoke benefits from evaders
Israel’s High Court has ordered the state to revoke benefits from haredi draft evaders, marking a major step toward enforcing the draft law amid the ongoing manpower shortage.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:52:28 GMTForging new alliances: Israel appoints first ever ambassador to Somaliland
In the initial phase, Lotem will serve as a non-resident ambassador to Somaliland, reflecting the early stages of diplomatic engagement between the two sides.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:45:41 GMTAdalah petitions High Court to return bodies of six Arab citizens withheld by Israel
Palestinian legal group Adalah petitions Israel’s High Court to return the bodies of six Arab citizens, challenging the longstanding policy that justified withholding bodies for leverage.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:10:06 GMTFormer PMs Bennett, Lapid hold press conference, launch unified party for Knesset elections
Space has been left for Yashar! leader Gadi Eisenkot to join the former prime ministers' merger as well, Bennett’s office told The Jerusalem Post.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 15:45:59 GMT'God Speaks Yiddish': A humorous peek into Israeli ultra-Orthodoxy
There will be a screening of 'God Speaks Yiddish" on April 29, 7 p.m., at Nefesh B'Nefesh, Azrieli Circle Tower, 10th floor, Tel Aviv. Entrance is free. Advance registration is required.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:29:09 GMTAfter week of killings, police chief says some murders ‘impossible to prevent’ as anger grows
Danny Levi's remarks came after one of the bloodiest weeks Israel has seen this year, with a string of killings across Jewish and Arab communities.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:49:51 GMTFinance Ministry data gaps blocked High Court update on haredi funding, Education Ministry says
According to the filing, the Education Ministry had contacted the Finance Ministry for the relevant material, but had not received all of the necessary data.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:49:29 GMTTzipi Hotovely, former envoy to UK, appointed Israel's new public diplomacy chief
Hotovely, who served as Israel’s ambassador to the United Kingdom between 2020 and 2025, was unanimously approved by the government.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:19:04 GMTPresident Herzog not planning to pardon Netanyahu soon, pushing for plea deal
President Isaac Herzog said he would “fully welcome” the sides sitting down to work through the issue, in an interview with The Jerusalem Post last year.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:22:37 GMTSuspect in Independence Day murder is son of senior figure in defense establishment
Zalka, 21, was killed last Tuesday, and the Petah Tikva Magistrate’s Court on Sunday extended the detention of the main suspect in his murder by five days.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:14:26 GMTShas-backed Zevadia Cohen elected Tel Aviv chief rabbi after High Court delays, political battle
The position has been vacant for nearly nine years, since former chief rabbi Israel Meir Lau left office in 2017, but the race is not only about filling an empty seat.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:12:14 GMTWhere disability meets determination
Etgarim empowers children and adults of all abilities through life-changing sports programs — giving them confidence, community, and a future without limits
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:58:02 GMTIsrael told US to pressure Lebanon into acting against Hezbollah or risk ceasefire collapse - KAN
The main obstacle of the ceasfire, however, is Hezbollah and its political ally Nabih Berri, Lebanon’s parliment speaker and leader of the Shi'ite Amal Movement.