JPost.com - Yaakov Lappin Reporter

'Syrian hackers try to attack Haifa's water supply'

Sat, 25 May 2013 15:53:58 GMT

Expert reveals web activists loyal to Assad launch failed cyber attack on computers controlling Haifa's water supply system.

Remote-control machine gun repairs just got quicker

Fri, 24 May 2013 01:11:34 GMT

IDF Southern Command's Maintenance Unit introduces innovation in remote weapons station repair that protects lives by limiting risk in hostile environments.

Soldier killed in Golan mine accident to be buried

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:10:33 GMT

Roee Yisrael Alfi, 18, of Gan Yavne died after one of the mines went off for an unknown reason in the Golan Heights.

IAF chief warns 'surprise war' is potential threat

Wed, 22 May 2013 20:58:51 GMT

Eshel says S-300 Russian missile defense system "on the way" to Syria; adds chance of multi-arena conflict "substantial."

IDF soldier killed while clearing Israeli minefield

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:23:03 GMT

Senior army source says mine exploded for unknown reasons during an advanced training phase of the Engineering Corps.

War drill set to test responses to chemical attack

Wed, 22 May 2013 01:33:46 GMT

Home Front Defense Minister Erdan says enemies have despaired at trying to conquer us so will try to terrorize civilians.

Gantz warns Assad against escalating attacks

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:12:13 GMT

IDF release video of cross-border fire in Golan Heights; IDF vehicle damaged, Israel returns fire killing 3 Syrian forces.

IDF denies Syria claim vehicle destroyed in Golan

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:31:11 GMT

Army responds to statement by Syrian military, saying a vehicle was lightly damaged by gunfire from Syria; Israeli troops return fire.

Gunshots from Syria damage IDF vehicle in Golan; none hurt

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:59:10 GMT

IDF returns fire; Defense source: "The fire was directed at us."

Kfir battalion leaves W. Bank for Lebanon border

Tue, 21 May 2013 02:28:10 GMT

Move part of planned reshuffling of infantry forces; brigade has made most of IDF’s West Bank security arrests in recent years.

Intertwined fates: The Lebanon-Syria-Iran axis

Mon, 20 May 2013 04:01:35 GMT

Jerusalem has drawn red lines over the proliferation of strategic arms to Hezbollah.

Israel is largest drone exporter in the world

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:44:18 GMT

Global reliance on US drops; Paris seeks to purchase drones from J'lem "straight away."

‘We’re asking them not to mess with our families’

Sun, 19 May 2013 03:33:08 GMT

Lone soldiers tell ‘Post’ about ceremony postponements frustrations ; IDF: We make every effort to safeguard their rights.

‘Time needed for Syria to master the S-300’

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:36:27 GMT

Arms experts pushes back S-300 capability time frame, saying Syria can't likely provide necessary resources for system.

Amos Gilad: S-300 can reach Hezbollah via Syria

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:06:38 GMT

"Israel and Russia have excellent dialogue," the head of the security-diplomatic branch of the Defense Ministry says.

IDF to use spongetipped bullets in W. Bank

Fri, 17 May 2013 02:11:00 GMT

Non-lethal bullets to replace rubber bullets for riot dispersal in West Bank clashes between Palestinian rioters and IDF.

Palestinian group lay claim to rocket fire in Golan

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:42:02 GMT

Video shows footage of mortar attack fired to "avenge martyrs lost in war with the Zionist enemy."

Guarding the coastal gate

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:20:17 GMT

Israel Navy’s Arena Command Post female controllers monitor all sea traffic and watch for hostile ships.

Syrian mortars hit Mount Hermon for first time

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:56:44 GMT

IDF Chief of Staff holds consultations after incident; not clear if shells were fired deliberately or not.

Netanyahu decides on more moderate defense cuts

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:24:37 GMT

Security cabinet decides to only cut NIS 3b. from IDF budget, taking the remaining NIS 1b. from Treasury reserve.

IDF: Cuts could harm readiness for war

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:19:35 GMT

Officials say it would damage soldier training programs.

Military Affairs: The IDF's silent attack force

Sat, 11 May 2013 11:17:36 GMT

Behind the scenes, the IDF’s electronic warfare capabilities have become a key to battlefield victory, not only against rival militaries, but increasingly against terror organizations, such as Hezbollah and Hamas.

Shin Bet stops plot to kidnap, kill soldiers

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:40:02 GMT

Security forces arrest Hamas terror cell in West Bank plotting to fire rockets, plant explosives.

Ex-Mossad member: Claims of Zygier crime ‘fiction’

Wed, 08 May 2013 03:13:36 GMT

Ex-head of MIA Division disputes report Zygier botched operation to recover the bodies of soldiers killed in the 1982 Lebanon war.

Ya'alon on Syria: Israel is clear on its red lines

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:28:03 GMT

Defense Minister speaks after 3 shells, likely errant firing from fighting in Syria, fall in Golan Heights in last day.

Third mortar shell in 24-hours lands in Golan

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:29:15 GMT

No injuries or damage reported in incident; mortar explosions viewed as fallout from fighting between Syrian troops and rebels.

'Israel hit Syria weapons transfer again'

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:45:36 GMT

Source: IDF targeted missiles in transit to Hezbollah from Iran.

Israel closes northern civilian airspace

Sun, 05 May 2013 20:09:33 GMT

Move comes after Israel deploys Iron Dome batteries in North.

Analysis: Israel enforcing red lines on Syria

Sun, 05 May 2013 16:08:22 GMT

Jerusalem preparing to take calculated risk now to avoid worse strategic situation later.

Israel deploys Iron Dome in North amid Syria tensions

Sun, 05 May 2013 13:52:22 GMT

Batteries placed in Haifa, Safed after reported strikes on Syria.

Man who crossed Lebanon border returns to Israel

Sun, 05 May 2013 10:55:23 GMT

Simon Sa'dati, who is said to have poor mental health, is returned by Red Cross after interrogation by Lebanese authorities.

'IAF strike in Syria targeted arms from Iran'

Sun, 05 May 2013 04:27:34 GMT

Syrian rebels claim three targets hit in operation. US paper: Jets destroyed Iranian missiles.

Israeli who slipped into Lebanon to be returned

Sat, 04 May 2013 17:03:37 GMT

34-year-old man who jumped over the border fence handed over to the Red Cross, set to return to Israel next week.

Analysis: Egypt, Iran in power struggle over Gaza

Fri, 03 May 2013 06:20:55 GMT

While Tehran is dissatisfied with the cease-fire between Hamas and Israel, Cairo is doing its utmost to reinforce the calm.

Shots fired at Israelis east of J'lem; none hurt

Thu, 02 May 2013 21:56:31 GMT

IDF finds bullet holes in vehicle, investigating incident; projectile fired from Gaza lands in Eshkol region, none hurt.

Red Cross sees Israeli who slipped into Lebanon

Thu, 02 May 2013 14:17:09 GMT

Man who jumped over the border fence being held in prison in Tyre; reportedly in good condition, not settled when he will return.

Global cyber defense experts take on hackers

Thu, 02 May 2013 11:58:10 GMT

Senior executive from US software co. tells 'Post' defense firms are in race to identify vulnerabilities that allow hackers access.

'Lebanese army catches Israeli who crossed border'

Wed, 01 May 2013 17:12:35 GMT

Lebanese media reports Israeli citizen caught jumping border fence south of city of Nakoura, being interrogated by security forces.

Settlers clash with Palestinians near Ramallah

Wed, 01 May 2013 09:49:33 GMT

"Price Tag" graffiti scrawled in Palestinian village; US condemns terror attack, settler reprisals.

US condemns terror attack, settler reprisals

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:46:42 GMT

State Department condemns attack in which Israeli Evyatar Borovsky stabbed to death by Palestinian terrorist in West Bank.

Israel sends message to foes to North and South

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:32:03 GMT

Surgical strike on global jihadi weapons manufacturing expert in Gaza signals to Hamas Israel’s unwillingness to ignore rocket attacks, while large-scale IDF drill in North is warning to Hezbollah and Iran.

Ya’alon cautions ex-officials on Iran chatter

Wed, 01 May 2013 02:10:33 GMT

In aftermath of Yadlin, Olmert comments, defense minister calls on former officials to "show more responsibility."

IDF launches surprise drill on northern border

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:11:56 GMT

IDF calls up 2,000 reservists for surprise large-scale drill to test ability to engage Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Israeli man killed in West Bank terror attack

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:29:47 GMT

Settlers clash with soldiers and Palestinians in separate incidents near Yitzhar, West Bank home of slain 31-year-old Evyatar Borovsky.

IAF kills Gaza terrorist linked to Eilat rocket

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:51:33 GMT

Terror suspect was an expert at building rockets, say security forces; Hamas refrained from stopping him.

Army appoints new spokesman

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:26:51 GMT

Gantz taps Brig.-Gen. Moti Almoz as the military’s new spokesman to replace Brig.-Gen. Yoav Mordechai.

Israel's 5th Dolphin submarine unveiled in Germany

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:43:24 GMT

'INS Rahav' set to undertake long-range classified missions, can carry missiles armed with nuclear warheads, foreign sources say.

Amos Yadlin: The intelligence picture

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:56:40 GMT

Maj.-Gen. (ret.) Yadlin, former military intelligence chief speaks to the 'Post' about Israel's security situation.

Ashkenazi: Soldiers, not equipment, make the IDF

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 16:54:35 GMT

Former IDF chief of staff tells the 'Post' the the security situation in Israel is "more positive today than it was in the past."

IAF strikes Gaza targets in response to rocket

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 10:30:49 GMT

Air strike successfully hits Gaza terror, weapons units according to IDF; operation comes in response to overnight rocket fire.

IDF: Preparing for the unthinkable

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 08:26:15 GMT

The IDF's Home Front Command constantly develops its capabilities to respond to an unconventional weapons attack.

Analysis: Hezbollah drone is a publicity stunt

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:53:59 GMT

Drone sent into Israel is meant to remind the Lebanese public that Hezbollah is still defined by its jihad against Israel.

IAF shoots down drone from Lebanon off Haifa

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:17:04 GMT

F-16 shoots down vessel over Mediterranean; not clear whether drone was armed; Hezbollah denies having sent UAV to Israel.

Yadlin: Iranian nuclear program crossed 'red line'

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:15:07 GMT

Former military intelligence head: Tehran needs to make decision about nuclear program following Iranian presidential elections.

PM, Hagel reaffirm strong alliance between Israel, US

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:59:11 GMT

“Israel must be able to defend itself, by itself, against any threat,” Netanyahu says ahead of meeting with US secretary of defense.

IDF official: Assad regime is using chemical weapons

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:37:03 GMT

White House says it can’t confirm Israeli evaluation.

Gantz: Iran is the main focus of IDF activities

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 01:21:12 GMT

"Tehran and Hezbollah are involved up to their neck – and higher – in protecting Assad regime," says IDF chief of staff at TA security conference.

Iranian using fake Israeli passport nabbed in Nepal

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:37:12 GMT

Israeli Embassy in Kathmandu apprehends Iranian man who made "frequent, suspicious visits" to the embassy area.

'US arms improve Israel's long-range strike ability'

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:05:48 GMT

US Secretary of defense, Ya'alon finalize arms deal that sells Israel V-22 Osprey aircraft, refueling tankers, advanced radars for jets.

Netanyahu: We will respond to Eilat rocket attacks

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:45:51 GMT

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu says it is "unacceptable" that members of a terrorist cell left Gaza and used Sinai to attack Israel.

Jordan Valley troops prepare for W. Bank violence

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:14:05 GMT

The IDF's Jordan Valley Brigade trains hard to prep soldiers for a possible escalation of violence in the West Bank.

Hagel: Israel has right to decide on Iran strike

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:17:29 GMT

US secretary of defense arrives in Israel, says arms deal with Israel is "another very clear signal to Iran".

PM: Eilat rockets likely fired by Gazan terrorists

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 12:15:11 GMT

Netanyahu says the rockets were fired by a terrorist cell originating from Gaza and operating in Sinai.

Arms deal, Syria, Iran to top Hagel talks in Israel

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:43:55 GMT

US Defense Secretary, Ya'alon to conclude arms deal with Israel that includes sale of V-22 Osprey aircraft.

IAF returns helicopters to service after crash probe

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:37:17 GMT

Break in tail rotor, not human error or aircraft's age, caused Cobra helicopter accident, IAF investigation finds.

5 charged for plot to kill Jews praying at Temple Mt

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:44:08 GMT

E. J'lem Palestinians indicted for conspiring to carry out shooting and kidnapping attacks against worshipers, security forces.

Is Sinai Israel’s Achilles’ heel?

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 05:14:53 GMT

J'lem reluctant to embark on counterterrorism in Egypt, a fact exploited by terrorists who targeted Eilat.

'Terrorist freed for Schalit plotted W. Bank attack'

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:01:27 GMT

Shin Bet says terrorist released in Schalit prisoner swap allegedly recruited Palestinian man to carry out attack on Israelis.

IDF cuts grants for reservists following Gaza op.

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:35:46 GMT

Following a budget-breaking call-up of combat reserve soldiers during Operation Pillar of Defense, IDF decreases yearly grants.

Two rockets slam into Eilat following 'Code Red' siren

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:09:51 GMT

No injuries or damage reported; Eilat airport reportedly temporarily closed; Channel 2 says one rocket fell in yard of home, second in open area; two rockets also land in Aqaba.

'Code Red' sounds in Eilat, two Grads fired at city

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:34:24 GMT

Islamic Militant group in Sinai claims responsibility; one rocket falls at building site, second falls in open area.

‘A great feeling, as if we’re trailblazers’

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:36:15 GMT

Two of the four women soldiers cited for being "gender pioneers" in their army assignments – one a drone technician, the other an air-ground liaison officer – tell ‘Post’ about their roles.

Ya'alon: Israel may have to face Iran threat alone

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:58:39 GMT

Defense minister says that Israel must prepare for he possibility of striking the Iranian nuclear program on its own.

Netanyahu remembers fallen: Life is answer to death

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:32:48 GMT

1.5 million Israelis mark Remembrance Day at military cemeteries throughout country; Defense Minister Ya'alon warns world must never "sweep the Iranian nuclear problem under the rug."

The officer and the bereaved

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:49:41 GMT

Maj. Shirly Moas is responsible for contact with 625 people whose loved ones fell while serving in 460th Armored Brigade.

On Remembrance Day eve Peres emphasizes peace

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 21:34:14 GMT

The president says it is our duty to "not spare any effort to eliminate war from the land," while Chief of Staff Gantz warns, "even if it seems that enemy isn't knocking on our door, don't let the quiet fool you."

Gantz sends Remembrance Day message to soldiers

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:39:45 GMT

The IDF Chief of Staff sends message of support for bereaved families and of confidence in IDF's combat-readiness.

Safeguarding in the shadows

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:35:01 GMT

The IDF’s counter-terrorism school provides the ‘Post’ with a glimpse into its world.

Netanyahu: Israel is here thanks to fallen soldiers

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 11:42:33 GMT

On eve of Remembrance Day, PM, Ya'alon pay tribute to fallen, say Israel aspires for peace, but will strengthen security.

Israel prepares to mourn its fallen soldiers

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:50:26 GMT

A minute-long siren will ring out across the country at 8 p.m. on Sunday to mark the beginning of Remembrance Day for the Fallen of Israel’s Wars; more than 1.5 million Israelis expected to visit military cemeteries.

IDF fires into Syria after patrol shot at in Golan

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:13:52 GMT

Gunfire, artillery shells come across Syrian border near soldiers patrolling in Golan; IDF fires missiles at source.

Encrypted broadcast system links IDF brass to intel

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 02:33:25 GMT

'Castle of the Lake' intelligence command and control system being developed to deliver military decision-makers information from every possible source.

Is Syria turning into the Afghanistan next door?

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:26:00 GMT

Head of Jabhat al-Nusra, the largest jihadi fighting force in Syria pledged loyalty to al-Zawahiri, Bin Laden's replacement; Syria's deterioration is ideal breeding ground for radical forces, like Afghanistan in the 1980s.

Shin Bet nabs Israeli Arab who joined Syrian rebels

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:26:33 GMT

Taiba resident linked up with anti-Assad jihadi group, was asked about Dimona nuclear plant and IDF weapons, security forces say.

Gaza border blast damages IDF bulldozer

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 02:14:00 GMT

No injuries, explosion reason unclear; southern residents see rocket launches.

Security forces say they solved 2 terror stabbings

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:24:25 GMT

2 men charged with attempted murder for incidents earlier this year; one originally intended to murder a soldier.

Hackers briefly crash PM's Office, Likud websites

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 11:17:02 GMT

Avent security says Anonymous hackers successfully crash PMO site; @OPIsrael claims to have affected numerous other gov't sites.

Iron Dome said placed near Ashkelon

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 02:24:50 GMT

Media reports say IDF deploys battery and 'Code Red' siren sounded in Eshkol Regional Council; IDF fail to confirm reports.

IAF source: Air force undergoing 'revolution'

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:25:43 GMT

Senior source tells 'Post' the IAF is in the middle of technological revolution that is creating a digital network in the skies.

Gantz: No weapon can defeat the army of the Jews

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:38:10 GMT

IDF Chief leads march at Auschwitz to mark Holocaust, says "enemies who attempt to harm us asking for own demise."

WATCH LIVE: Holocaust marked at Auschwitz March of Living

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:03:23 GMT

IDF Chief Gantz leads march at death camp in Poland to mark Holocaust Remebrance Day; Birkenau survivor asks Israeli military leader, "Where were you 65 years ago?"

Gantz: Israel ensures Holocaust won't recur

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 18:28:19 GMT

IDF Chief of Staff visits Auschwitz during commemorative visit to Poland in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Anonymous targets Israel, JPost repels hackers

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:29:12 GMT

"Concerted and pointed attempt to bring down the JPost website," part of cyber attack which also targets Yad Vashem site.

Experts: Anonymous' Israel hacking 'amateur' so far

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 14:16:43 GMT

Security company official says Yad Vashem "fairly massive attack" in line with hackers' bid to strike on Holocaust Memorial Day.

Gantz lands in Poland for March of the Living

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 09:57:55 GMT

IDF Chief of General Staff leads commemorative visit to Poland in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Israeli cyber activists attack anti-Israel hackers

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 22:49:52 GMT

Israeli hackers break into website coordinating online attack on Israeli websites; group still successfully hacks Education Ministry.

Prosor calls on UNSC to condemn Gaza rockets

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 06:44:56 GMT

Israeli envoy writes letter to UN chief Ban calling for Security Council to recognize threat to Israelis before situation escalates.

IDF Southern Command gets new leader

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 04:58:38 GMT

Sami Turgeman takes over post; Tamir Yadai appointed to head Judea and Samaria Brigade.

Anonymous hackers declare assault on Israel

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 03:26:57 GMT

Hackers group threatens online attack on Holocaust Memorial Day; Internet security expert says attack not national security issue.

South wakes to rockets from Gaza, Code Red siren

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:44:51 GMT

Amid rising tensions following death of prisoner Abu Hamdiyeh, rocket hits open area in south; no injuries or damage reported.

IDF ‘Leopards’ ready to sprint into battle

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 23:44:28 GMT

The ‘Post’ joins a training drill with Namer APCs, a 63.5-ton metal beast that is the army’s main platform for carrying infantry into combat.

'Hamas arrests global jihadis firing at Israel'

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:37:21 GMT

Hamas reportedly arrests al-Qaida inspired group believed to be behind the rocket attacks in past three days.

Palestinians clash with IDF at W. Bank funerals

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:47:19 GMT

As thousands gather for funeral of Palestinian prisoner Abu Hamdiyeh in Hebron, protesters hurl rocks at security forces, police; funerals of two Palestinian youths shot by live IDF fire held in their home village near Tulkarm.

IDF confirms death of Palestinian youths in West Bank riots

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:58:40 GMT

2 Palestinian teens killed in clashes with IDF near Tulkarm, West Bank, following Hebron funeral of prisoner Abu Hamdiyeh .

Israel's truce with Hamas hangs in the balance

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:13:09 GMT

Rocket fire from Gaza and subsequent IAF airstrikes threaten five-months of quiet; Hamas's determination and ability to keep small jihadi groups in check, will be what determines the extent of the IDF's response.

PM: If quiet in South violated we'll respond strongly

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:32:41 GMT

"The security of Israel's citizens is my chief concern and we will know how to defend the security of our people," Netanyahu says of recent round of violence from Gaza ahead of meeting with Norwegian FM.

2 rockets hit Sderot as tensions rise on Gaza front

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:17:41 GMT

Projectiles fired into southern Israel for second straight day; IAF strikes targets in Gaza Strip for first time since truce.

Mortar shell fired from Syria lands in Golan

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 22:34:50 GMT

IDF sweeps area near Tel Fares in search of rocket's landing site; IDF patrol on the Syrian border fired at near Tel Hezka.

Islamic hackers attack American Express website

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:35:27 GMT

Cyber attackers linking themselves to Hamas knocked website offline for a few hours using DDoS attack.

Rocket from Gaza lands in open area in Israel

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:54:18 GMT

Mortar lands in Eshkol Regional Council, no injuries, damaged caused; police find rocket remains at Sderot kindergarten.

Ya'alon: We'll prevent arms from reaching terrorists

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:03:07 GMT

Defense minister tours Golan Heights day after Syrian rebels reportedly seize area near chemical weapons site; says Israel will respond to fire into its territory whether it's intentional or not.

Thousands take part in Land Day protests

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:06:06 GMT

6 IDF soldiers wounded in two different incidents; 5-year-old boy wounded from stones thrown at his family's car near Efrat.

IDF jeep overturns in Hirbat Aliya, 4 soldiers hurt

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:22:41 GMT

Jeep overturns after hitting a roadblock made of rocks set up by Palestinians during Land Day disturbances.

Shin Bet arrests Fatah Molotov cocktail terror cell

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:43:20 GMT

Suspects all from Palestinian village near Bethlehem, described by security forces as forming an extensive paramilitary group.

Lapid, Ya'alon cooperate ahead of of budget cuts

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:46:55 GMT

Defense minister and finance minister agree to set up joint working group to help determine size of new defense budget.

Gaza borders opened after closure due to rockets

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:55:01 GMT

IDF confirms Kerem Shalom and Erez crossings fully re-opened after they were closed a week earlier after rockets launched.

Ya’alon flies to daughter's wedding in IAF helicopter

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 01:00:45 GMT

Sources in Ya'alon's bureau say entire flight cost 6,000 shekels.

Syrian treated in Israel succumbs to wounds

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:38:52 GMT

Syrian wounded in civil unrest admitted to Israeli hospital, dies; Israel treated about a dozen Syrians over the past week.

IDF arrests five Hamas leaders in Hebron raid

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:25:37 GMT

Among those arrested is Hamas legislator Muhammed Natsha who was release 2 months ago after 6 months in Israeli custody.

IDF chief to Israelis: It's safe to visit the Golan

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:34:39 GMT

Following exchange of fire with Syrian army, Gantz says visitors to North have nothing to fear: "I don't expect an escalation now."

Israel asserts sovereignty in light of Syria chaos

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 03:21:38 GMT

It doesn't matter if it's the Syrian rebels or Assad forces firing at IDF soldiers, the response will be the same.

Gantz backs PM’s reconciliation with Ankara

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:43:33 GMT

While he supports the PM's apology, the IDF chief supports actions of naval commandos who took part in raid.

Ex navy chief skeptical of Israel apology to Turkey

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 20:15:32 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Marom described interception of flotilla as an important contribution to Israeli security, doubts apology will be "worthwhile."

Erdogan: Normal ties if Israel fulfills promises

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 17:52:54 GMT

A condition of the rapproachment is the easing of Gaza blokade; Israeli security official says Israel did not commit to end blockade.

Gantz: Syria fire endangered lives of IDF soldiers

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 13:26:22 GMT

Soldiers patrolling border come under fire from Syrian army; IDF responds with Tamuz missile which destroys Syrian army position.

IDF: 5 Palestinians admit to W. Bank stoning attack

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 12:40:03 GMT

Shin Bet, police solicit confessions from Kfar Haras youths behind Route 5 stone-throwing which injured 7 Israelis, including toddler.

Syrian army fire directed at soldiers; IDF returns fire

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 10:28:19 GMT

Soldiers patrolling border respond to fire with Tamuz guided missile, reportedly destroying Syrian army position; no injuries reported in Israel; Ya'alon: We will respond to all violations of Israeli sovereignty.

Syrian army fire directed at soldiers; IDF returns fire

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 09:35:51 GMT

IDF jeep hit by stray gunfire from Syria

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 21:44:08 GMT

There are no injures in incident; vehicle sustains light damage; army says it is checking the circumstances surrounding incident.

'Hamas arrests two in connection with Gaza rockets'

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 23:01:59 GMT

Israel Radio: Hamas arrests members of Salafi organization after they claim responsibility for rocket attacks during Obama visit.

'Call to Turkey carried out in agreement with IDF'

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 18:37:21 GMT

IDF Spokesman Brig.-Gen. Yoav Mordechai says Netanyahu's phone-call to Erdogan was taken with permission from IDF chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz.

Syrian rebels said to be gaining ground in area near Israel

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 04:50:24 GMT

Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says rebels have overrun several towns near Golan Heights, attacking gov't positions.

IDF probe finds technical failure led to Cobra crash

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:19:09 GMT

Deadly Cobra helicopter crash which killed two IAF pilots caused by technical failure, according to IDF investigation.

IDF decreases Gazan fishing zone after rockets

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:51:50 GMT

In response to rockets fired earlier in the day, Defense Minister Ya'alon decides to limit Gaza naval activity.

Analysis: Iran, Syria to top agenda of Obama visit

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:14:23 GMT

Obama may privately tell PM America's red line for Iranian nukes.

Sources: No conclusion yet on Syrian chemical use

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:37:21 GMT

Ban warns Assad on unconventional weapons; Damascus calls for UN probe into attack; US: No evidence to back report of attack.

US defense chief Hagel to visit Israel in April

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:36:44 GMT

Ya'alon, Hagel, congratulate one another on appointments in phone conversation, look to increase cooperation.

Obama praises Iron Dome soldiers

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:19:47 GMT

US has earmarked hundreds of millions on Israeli air defense programs; PM describes Iron Dome as "a revolution."

Ya’alon at Defense: I feel burden of responsibility

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:38:26 GMT

Outgoing defense minister Ehud Barak tells Ya'alon he is "receiving a system that is in good, loyal, professional hands."

New 3D simulator used to practice missile attack

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:17:46 GMT

Home Front Command is testing simulator which enables local authorities to drill their responses to rocket, missile attacks.

Defense ministry to showcase Iron Dome to Obama

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:29:41 GMT

Israel's defense establishment completed preparations to show off military technology to President Obama.

Israeli hurt in West Bank drive-by shooting attack

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:06:06 GMT

Man in 60s shot in leg by assailant in passing car at Kedumim junction; evacuated to hospital in light to moderate condition.

Analysis: Ya'alon's priorities

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 21:47:27 GMT

Incoming defense minister opposed to strike on Iran, but stance could change in light of new intelligence.

IDF nabs 10 in Route 5 stone-throwing attack

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:59:10 GMT

Stones thrown at vehicles near Ariel caused a serious crash that left a toddler fighting for her life.

Security and Defense: Engineering victory

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 23:51:04 GMT

Setting off explosions, building rocket-proof structures, and testing durability and safety are all in a day’s work for the Engineering Corps.

Palestinian rocks hit bus, likely cause crash

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:28:20 GMT

Stones thrown at several vehicles near Ariel settlement; toddler pulled from wreck not breathing, revived at scene.

'Iran believes chance of attack on it is low'

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:02:01 GMT

Military intel head Kochavi tells Herzliya Conference Iran and Hezbollah are setting up militia in Syria made up of 50,000 fighters.

Shin Bet: Hamas increasing suicide bomb efforts

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:25:52 GMT

Fathi Hammad, Gaza's interior minister, instructed terror cell to kidnap and murder a soldier.

Defense Ministry center to combat cyber attacks

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:51:17 GMT

Official calls for Israeli manufacturers to begin producing computer equipment to decrease threat of contaminated components entering sensitive systems.

Palestinian killed in clash with IDF in West Bank

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:08:26 GMT

IDF force enters village of Al-Fawar, south-west of Hebron in pursuit of Palestinian suspects who hurled Molotov cocktails.

Defense Ministry to set up new cyber center

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:20:07 GMT

Ministry director general calls on Israeli hardware manufacturers in the private sector to develop defense tools against cyber threats.

2 pilots die in helicopter crash during exercise

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:23:30 GMT

Cobra helicopter crashes near Revadim, killing two reservist pilots; IAF commander orders investigation into accident.

'Better Israeli than Lebanese if new conflict erupts'

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:53:50 GMT

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz says Israel facing multi-arena instability, IDF ready to meet new challenges.

IDF Medical Corps: We have a stage in US academia

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 20:53:10 GMT

Maj. Oded Hershkovich, of IDF's Medical Corps, tells 'Post' of recent conference at Tufts University in Boston.

IDF ready for possible UN pullout from Syrian buffer

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:34:00 GMT

Analysis: The Syrian Golan is heading down the road of anarchy, and is quickly becoming a hotbed for gunmen and radicals.

'Shi'ite terror network targeting Israelis overseas'

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:51:32 GMT

Counterterrorism bureau warns ahead of Passover holiday that Iranian Quds Force, Hezbollah network plotting attacks.

Shin Bet: Significant rise in Palestinian attacks

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:24:03 GMT

A total of 139 attacks, including firebombings and improvised explosives occurred in the W. Bank and east J'lem in last month.

US aims to aid Israel defense systems despite cuts

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:04:48 GMT

Hagel is working to ensure there is no interruption of funding for Iron Dome, Arrow, David's Sling rocket, says US official.

Shin Bet uncovers Hamas terror cell in Hebron

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 16:01:47 GMT

Security forces say cell led by Hamas man from Gaza released in Schalit deal; suspects "planned to carry out various terror attacks."

The IDF’s green revolution

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 01:44:40 GMT

Head of IDF's Environmental Protection Division Lt.-Col. Eli Paz says army can protect both national security and the earth.

IDF doctor suspected of raping soldiers

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 03:40:13 GMT

The doctor is a civilian employed by the army, and is the subject of a police investigation over a range of sexual offenses.

Stray mortar shells fired from Syria land in Golan

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:45:59 GMT

4 shells land in Golan Heights; no injuries or damage reported; IDF informs UN of incident, says rockets likely result of infighting.

Gaza gunmen fire at IDF soldiers across border

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 02:33:47 GMT

No soldiers hurt in incident, but IDF vehicle damaged; soldiers return fire lightly wounding 3 Palestinians.

'No delay expected in delivery of F-35 fighter jets'

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 01:39:18 GMT

Defense source tells 'Post' Israel not aware of any delay in delivery of jets to IAF scheduled for 2015 despite reports of technical setbacks.

Just because you’re paranoid...

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 23:15:18 GMT

Cyber security whiz kid Nir Gaist warns of the growing danger by state and individual hackers to modern economies.

Analysis: Stabilizing the West Bank

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 01:36:00 GMT

Hunger strikes and future arrests may keep the flames alight, though they are beginning to die down.

Minor Palestinian riots erupt in West Bank

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:14:55 GMT

Clashes between protestors, security forces continue; two soldiers, settler lightly injured by stone throwers.

Gaza rocket slams South for first time since truce

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:37:32 GMT

Grad explodes in Ashkelon; first such attack by terrorists in Gaza since the ceasefire following Operation Pillar of Defense.

W. Bank clashes continue after prisoner’s funeral

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:51:07 GMT

Riots follow funeral of Palestinian who died in Israel jail; Egyptian FM urges int'l community to take firm stance against Israel's "inhuman practices"; UN coordinator for Mideast peace says closely monitoring situation.

Netanyahu: Arrow will help us on peace, or defense

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:52:11 GMT

PM meets with Blair, says Israel's hand always outstretched in peace, but we are always preparing for other eventualities.

Israel successfully tests Arrow 3 missile defense

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:47:36 GMT

New Arrow missile interceptor is designed to shoot down Iranian Shihab 3 missiles, other long-range projectiles.

Iron dome deployed to central Israel for testing

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:23:51 GMT

Missile-defense system to be deployed to the greater Tel Aviv area for several days of testing, IDF says.

Outgoing Ground Forces CO: We expect tough combat

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 01:24:00 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Sami Turgeman tells ‘Post’ of preparations army has made for next ground offensive.

Outgoing Ground Forces CO: We expect tough combat

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 01:23:49 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Sami Turgeman tells ‘Post’ of preparations army has made for next ground offensive.

Analysis: W. Bank disturbances not intifada, yet

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:18:37 GMT

Security sources say term "third intifada" to describe upsurge in clashes is misused, but IDF must avoid Palestinian casualties.

Settlers, Palestinians clash in W. Bank village

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 17:24:32 GMT

Security forces attempt to contain clashes at Kusra; Palestinians: Settlers fire live ammo, rubber bullets, gas, hurting 9.

Live fire hurts 2 Palestinians in W. Bank clashes

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:11:14 GMT

IDF source says 2 rioters hurt by Israeli live fire; activists gather throughout West Bank in solidarity with hunger-strikers.

Expert: Iran builing African terror cells since 90s

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:00:00 GMT

Following the arrest of an Iran-backed terrorist cell plotting to launch attacks on Israeli and American targets, security expert Dr. Ely Karmon says Iran setting up sleeper cells in Nigeria.

Tank battalion complete war drill on Golan Heights

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 02:08:26 GMT

Nahal Brigade practice sudden mobilization, conquering villages.

IDF trains for potential clashes with Hezbollah

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:23:23 GMT

Engineering Corps reconnaissance soldiers train in subterranean warfare as preparation for possible clash with Hezbollah.

Riots continue in Hebron over hunger strikers

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 02:08:10 GMT

Palestinians gather in force across the region to protest treatment of prisoners in Israeli jails; one hurt by rubber bullets.

Is Qatari cash keeping the calm in Gaza?

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 01:27:13 GMT

Security source tells 'Post' money is "flowing into Gaza," as Qatari funds are being used to pay for construction, infrastructure.

Israel sells electronic warfare systems to Turkey

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:31:38 GMT

J'lem complete $200 million deal with Turkish air force, after it was frozen following the 2010 Mavi Marmara incident.

Gantz: Chances of Syrian chemical attack ‘very low’

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 03:58:59 GMT

IDF chief of staff says risk of conventional terrorism growing as al-Qaida-affiliated groups take hold.

7 Syrians hurt in civil war treated in Israel

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 19:32:52 GMT

Syrian army bombards rebels in Syrian Golan Heights near border; IDF treats Syrians, evacuates them to hospital in Safed.

EU demands rights for Palestinian hunger strikers

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 14:06:18 GMT

Day after widespread rioting in West Bank, Ashton says Palestinian detainees must be charged without delay or released.

Syrian rebels: Israel assassinated Iran commander

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 11:11:59 GMT

After Iran blames "Israeli agents" for killing of IRGC leader earlier this week, rebel faction also points fingers at J'lem.

Widespread Palestinian rioting erupts in West Bank

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:59:16 GMT

Hundreds of Palestinians throw rocks, Molotov cocktails at IDF soldiers near Ofer security prison in support of hunger strikers.

Behind the Lines: Conquest through proselytizing

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:31:26 GMT

A new documentary says Muslim Brotherhood networks wish to turn the US into an Islamic state.

Analysis: Slain IRGC man ‘important as Mugniyah’

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 02:33:12 GMT

Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander assassinated in Syria may have had central role in arming Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Top IRGC commander in Lebanon killed in Syria

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:00:45 GMT

According to Iranian embassy in Lebanon, Revolutionary Guard commander was killed in an attack by "armed terrorist groups."

Drill to simulate missile attack during recess

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:31:28 GMT

Home Front Command, Education Ministry to hold a drill for all schools and kindergartens in Israel, simulating a missile and rocket attack.

Counter-terror Commandos

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 12:17:58 GMT

The man who gets soldiers ready for special ops tells Post about training regime

Analysis: Pyongyang nuke test may also be Iranian

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 05:43:15 GMT

Expert warns Tehran may be bypassing int'l inspections via North Korea, says Iranian scientists may have been present at test.

IDF cyber-defense control center goes online

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 03:04:06 GMT

After two years of planning, IDF introduce its control center into service after a dramatic rise in scope of attacks.

The brothers that enable the rocket siren

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:03:28 GMT

Maj. Ilan Itah and his brother Lt.-Col. Levi Itah play critical roles in enabling Israel’s alert system.

IDF to have its own secure cell phone network

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 19:26:42 GMT

One of the biggest challenges facing the IDF is securing its communications and computer systems.

'We may have to rescue a pilot at any moment'

Sat, 09 Feb 2013 19:00:59 GMT

Air Force's elite rescue 669 Unit, intelligence officials, helicopter squadron pilots meet to prepare plans for ejection scenarios.

Italian Air Force trains with IAF over South

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 20:49:43 GMT

Italians fly Tornadoes and AMX fighter jets, Israelis fly F-16 Hawks and F-15 Falcons in 3rd joint exercise of its kind.

Six firms defrauded IDF of millions – ministry

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 03:42:49 GMT

Defense Ministry suspends transactions with six electronics and communications companies over suspicions of IDF.

Israel showcases Iron Dome in India

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:07:23 GMT

India expresses interest in purchasing battery that was showcased for 1st time outside of Israel at Aero India 2013 exhibition.

IDF chief Gantz receives US Legion of Merit

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 02:49:56 GMT

US gives army head award for "outstanding" command of the IDF; Gantz visits US to discuss security challenges.

Third Iron Dome stationed in North amid tensions

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:27:37 GMT

Army Radio: IDF not taking any chances following reported air strike last week in Syria.

Ahmadinejad: Syria strike result of Zionist weakness

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:28:22 GMT

Iranian president voices aspirations to visit Gaza, Jerusalem; ex-Intelligence chief says diplomatic solution better than military.

IDF arrests senior Hamas figures in the West Bank

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:41:10 GMT

Hamas officials, including legislators and top figures, were arrested in pre-dawn raids on their homes in Nablus, Hebron.

Yadlin: Israel's threat to strike Iran 'unhelpful'

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:50:09 GMT

Ex-Intelligence chief says diplomatic solution better than military, adds Syria's weakened state benefits Israel's strategic standing.

Analysis: Factoring in retaliation

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 01:55:30 GMT

Syria would be foolish to open a new front against Israel; its forces are stretched to the limit dealing with rebels.

Barak: We're following Syrian WMD issue closely

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 22:10:52 GMT

'Time' magazine says US gave Israel "green light" for more attacks; defense minister says there's a possibility of weapons transfer to Hezbollah following inevitable fall of Assad; refuses to address reported IAF strike.

Palestinians pitch tents in new outpost effort

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 17:55:32 GMT

Activists create fourth outpost of its kind in West Bank village of Burin; activists, settler, security forces clash at scene.

Report: IAF strike in Syria hit Iranian Guards

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:00:37 GMT

Iraqi paper quotes source as saying alleged Israeli strike caused heavy casualties among Iranian Guards stationed at Syrian facility.

Iran, Syria threaten ‘surprise’ retaliation against Israel

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:26:06 GMT

Saudi paper: Damascus transferred nonconventional weapons to Hezbollah.

Inside the IDF: Drone wars

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:24:13 GMT

Sky Rider drone gives IDF ground forces independent real-time intelligence that previously could only be provided by IAF.

US warns Syria against arms transfer to Hezbollah

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:08:06 GMT

In wake of reported IAF attack on an arms convoy in Syria, Syrian ambassador to Lebanon says Damascus has option to respond.

Ban 'gravely concerned' over alleged Israel strike in Syria

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:23:28 GMT

In wake of reported IAF attack on a military research center in Syria, Syrian ambassador to Lebanon says Damascus has option to respond as Iran threatens "serious consequences" for Tel Aviv; Hezbollah, Russia condemn strike.

Shin Bet arrests cell plotting to kidnap IDF soldier

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 15:19:26 GMT

Security forces arrest 20 Hamas members operating in Hebron seeking to secure the release of Palestinian prisoners.

'Israel gave US advance warning of Syria strike'

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:36:17 GMT

Wall Street Journal quotes official as saying strike targeted convoy of trucks carrying Russian-made missiles to Hezbollah.

Analysis: Syria center long been on Israel’s radar

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 04:09:19 GMT

Reported air strike appears to have targeted site that fits definition of Syria’s Scientific Studies and Research Center, which has been labeled a state organization responsible for developing biological, chemical weapons.

Syrian state TV: IAF hit military research center

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:39:28 GMT

Syrian army command denies earlier reports IAF had struck convoy carrying weapons from Syria to Hezbollah in Lebanon.

IDF develops mobile medical imaging abilities

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 05:11:48 GMT

New mobile medical imaging facilities allow doctors to take X-Rays, CT scans of soldiers near frontline battle positions.

IAF Chief: Iran source of most threats to Israel

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:43:22 GMT

At space conference, Amir Eshel says "Syria is falling apart, no one knows what future holds," warns of Assad's unconventional arms.

Analysis: Israel on high alert over Syrian WMDs

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 22:39:21 GMT

Radical groups won't be allowed to get Syria WMDs.

IDF shoots two in attempted infiltration from Egypt

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:44:02 GMT

Two men injured after ignoring warning from soldiers in attempted infiltration of Israel-Egypt border, IDF says.

Ex-CIA man: Iran blast largest sabotage in decades

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:10:27 GMT

Former Revolutionary Guard tells 'Post' that such a blow to Fordow nuclear facility would harm Iran drastically.

Iran denies mystery explosion at Fordow facility

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:04:10 GMT

According to former Iranian Revolutionary Guard report, explosion at Fordow destroyed much of the instillation; remains unverified.

Report of blast at Iran nuke facility unconfirmed

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:46:29 GMT

According to former Iranian Revolutionary Guard report, explosion at Fordow destroyed much of the instillation; remains unverified.

IDF deploys Iron Domes in North amid Syria worries

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:12:37 GMT

Iron Dome batteries moved North as IDF brass increasingly concerned over Syrian civil war, Assad's chemical arsenal.

IDF deploys Iron Dome battery to Haifa area

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 17:37:08 GMT

Move comes amid escalation in Syria and concern over chemical weapons; IDF: Deployment was routine move.

Fatah terror group notes found on suspects

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 14:06:04 GMT

IDF searches 2 Palestinians nabbed over throwing Molotov cocktails, finds letters claiming responsibility for settlement attack.

Frontlines: A portrait of an IDF exercise

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 17:52:54 GMT

Live-fire ground forces exercise in the South trains soldiers in the heat of fictitious battle.

IDF seek new ways to describe asymmetrical conflict

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 23:20:05 GMT

“The nature of war has not changed, but the nature of the enemy has," says commander of the IDF Command and Staff College.

IDF jeep firebombed, troops' fire kills Palestinian

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Jeep struck by Molotov cocktails in Al-Arroub near Bethlehem; 21-year-old woman killed by return fire in clashes.

IDF expecting higher than usual voter turnout

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:29:47 GMT

Deputy chairman of elections headquarters for IDF says soldiers collectively make up six to seven mandates of the national total of 120.

Defense Ministry tests 'upgraded' Iron Dome

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:44:16 GMT

Upgrades designed to give the rocket defense system "improved capabilities against an unprecedented range of threats."

Amid tense calm, IDF appoints southern commander

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:11:28 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Sami Turgeman to become new OC Southern Command as Hamas, Islamic Jihad continue efforts to rearm.

Indian air force chief visits Israel

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:48:25 GMT

Visit expected to include talks of upgrading India’s fleet of drones.

Beduin nabbed for planning terror attacks in Israel

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 17:31:31 GMT

Shin Bet arrest two brothers for allegedly planning terror attacks in Israel, holding contacts with handlers in Gaza.

Hamas’s star rising in the West Bank

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 07:07:51 GMT

Security source warns that the Islamist group is winning the battle for hearts and minds of Palestinians in the territories.

Molotov cocktail throwers arrested in West Bank

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:26:54 GMT

Suspects aren't affiliated with a terrorist organization; confess to being behind attacks on vehicles on Route 60.

US downplays report that Syria used chemical arms

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 04:04:27 GMT

White House reiterates that if Assad's government did resort to these weapons, it would be held to account.

IDF shoots, kills Palestinian youth in West Bank

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:06:22 GMT

16-year-old Sameer Awwad was shot three times in chest, neck and legs, Palestinians say; IDF says the youth tried to cross fence.

'Iran may reach key point for nuclear bomb by 2014'

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:35:59 GMT

US nonproliferation experts say Obama should clearly threaten military action; Tehran said to have Golan intelligence base.

IDF notes increase in attempts to hack army PCs

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:57:33 GMT

Army identifies an increase in attempts to listen in on IDF communications, gain access to military computers.

IDF kills West Bank man infiltrating into Israel

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 22:20:43 GMT

Palestinian security officials say 21-year-old man was attempting to cross border in South Hebron Hills to get to workplace in Israel.

IDF bans civilians from Route 10 near Egypt border

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:01:01 GMT

Gantz prohibits civilians from driving near border without prior coordination with the army, according to a new directive.

Does Hagel appointment signal shift in Iran policy?

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 23:34:59 GMT

Expert tells 'Post' the decision by US President Barack Obama to appoint Chuck Hagel as defense secretary raises questions over Washington’s commitment to preventing Iran from going nuclear.

IDF nabs 2 terror cells linked to West Bank rioting

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 01:44:34 GMT

Security forces arrested in November members of both terror cells allegedly behind a series of violent disturbances in the West Bank.

IDF nabs 2 terror cells linked to West Bank rioting

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 13:51:03 GMT

Security forces arrested in November members of both terror cells allegedly behind a series of violent disturbances in the West Bank.

IAF training flights continue despite winter storm

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 17:48:28 GMT

On the ground, Northern Command has stocked up bases with week’s worth of food.

Bulgaria bombing investigator fired over leak

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:54:32 GMT

Lead investigator into last July's bus bombing in Burgas, which killed 6 people, including 5 Israeli tourists, removed from position.

Gantz: Harpaz Affair report a 'sad day for Israel'

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:13:45 GMT

IDF chief says those involved in Harpaz Affair "crossed lines," and that he could not accept such conduct under his command.

Report charts feud between Barak and Ashkenazi

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 16:16:38 GMT

Relations between former chief of staff and defense minister became dysfunctional to a worrying degree, State Comptroller writes.

'Harpaz offered to spy on Defense Minister Barak'

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 15:55:48 GMT

State Comptroller Report describes a deteriorating relationship between two most important figures in the defense community.

'Bulgaria police ID Burgas bombing accomplice'

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:17:57 GMT

Authorities seeking man who helped suicide bomber behind deaths of 5 Israeli tourists in July, Bulgarian media reports.

IDF preparing hospitals for chemical attacks

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 03:45:53 GMT

Military official says Home Front Command preparing hospitals for range of security threats including large-scale missile attacks.

IAF to host 100 foreign fighter jets

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 02:10:04 GMT

The joint training will include practicing bombing runs and air-to-air combat.

IAF airmen eject from their F-16 during landing

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:34:12 GMT

Pilot and navigator escape without injury; IAF chief orders all F-16 training flights grounded pending inquiry.

Infantry drills rocket search-and-destroy mission

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 02:29:47 GMT

Kfir infantry brigade soldiers simulating terrorists armed with rockets set off fireworks in forests in the Golan Heights.

IDF arrests Islamic Jihad member in West Bank

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 18:30:09 GMT

Clashes break out in Palestinian village following arrest of Islamic Jihad suspect; five Palestinians, 2 IDF soldiers lightly injured.

IDF tank brigade holds war drill in the North

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:18:27 GMT

As Syria’s civil war continues to escalate, the IDF’s 7th Armored Brigade holds a major war drill on the Golan Heights.

‘The responsibility is now on us’

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 23:21:02 GMT

After getting his pilot wings, Lt. G. talks to the ‘Post’ about the connection between music and flying a fighter jet.

IDF creates regional brigade for Eilat

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 23:09:54 GMT

The IDF officially launches new Eilat brigade, which joins two other southern units, Sagi and Arava.

Israel to boost Gaza imports under truce deal

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:43:12 GMT

Israel to begin allowing 20 trucks with construction materials enter Gaza daily; blockade easing part of ongoing ceasefire dialogue.

Medical Corps brings advanced care to front line

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 18:39:40 GMT

As part of preparations for multi-arena conflict, IDF Medical Corps has drawn lessons from US techniques.

IDF contingency plans may have to be activated soon

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:49:05 GMT

US, allies may have to activate military contingency plans to secure or destroy Syria’s arsenal of deadly chemical weapons.

Ya'alon: We don't have proof Assad has used WMD

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 17:04:40 GMT

Vice Premier: Israel is following developments in Syria closely, but has seen no proof supporting opposition claims of WMD use.

Security forces uncover PFLP kidnapping plot

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 16:32:54 GMT

The terror cell planned to kidnap an Israeli to secure the release of the organization's leader Ahmed Sa'adat.

Ya'alon: We don't believe Assad has used chemical weapons

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 13:57:00 GMT

Strategic Affairs minister says Israel is following developments in Syria closely, but has seen no proof supporting opposition claims of WMD use; Gulf states demand international action in Syria.

6 arrested for stabbing during Pillar of Defense

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:53:10 GMT

Fatah allegedly planned stabbing of Beersheba man; attack carried out by Beduin-Israelis from the Negev, Palestinians from Hebron.

IAF chief: Israel is preparing for day Assad falls

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:04:22 GMT

OC Air Force Eshel says Lebanon "unsafe" following explosion damaging suspected Hezbollah arms depot.

Analysis: IAF preparing surprises for enemies

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:00:56 GMT

Upgrades to fighter jets creating operational capabilities that would have been considered fantasy years ago.

IDF phasing out M-16 in favor of Israeli-made Tavor

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 03:25:51 GMT

Army introducing recruits to Tavor for first time; Reserve soldier: I think it’s good they’re retiring the Vietnam War-era M-16.

IDF to allow Gazans to visit W. Bank for Christmas

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:26:59 GMT

500 Christian Palestinians, 75,000 tourists to visit Bethlehem over holiday; IDF to decrease activity in area during holiday.

Ground forces undergo communications revolution

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 02:12:15 GMT

New system links up troops, gives commanders ability to follow, respond to second-by-second developments.

Palestinian and Israeli injured in Yitzhar clashes

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 23:21:21 GMT

Clashes outside the Yitzhar settlement in the West Bank broken up through riot dispersal means.

Security forces arrest terror suspects in Jerusalem

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:55:41 GMT

Police arrest several Palestinian residents from Shuafat refugee camp on suspicion of recent Molotov, stone throwing attacks.

IAF maintenance branch wins technology prize

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 03:14:10 GMT

Ground forces’ Yiftah Unit and IDF’s maintenance and restoration center are recognized with second, third places for annual award.

Court convicts abetter in Fogel family murder

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 20:11:40 GMT

Yazis Hassan Muhammad Awad convicted for involvement in the March 2011 murder of 5 members of the Fogel family in Itamar.

IDF Spokesman preparing his unit for next war

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:58:30 GMT

"Swiftness of response will be our main challenge," Brig.-Gen. Yoav Mordechai says.

Syrian rebels in control of border area with Israel

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:21:16 GMT

Military Affairs: The development marks yet another milestone in the gradual collapse of the Assad regime.

IDF inquiry: Soldiers 'did not flee' during riot

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:17:43 GMT

A senior army source says the soldiers succeed in preventing rioters from reaching Kedumim, but not in making arrests.

Former IAF chief: Time is on Iran's side

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:57:12 GMT

Nehushtan at ‘Post’ conference: Risk of Syrian chemical weapons falling into terrorists’ hands poses threat to entire world.

IDF: Offices searched in Ramallah served terror

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:09:06 GMT

IDF troops break into Women's Union, the Palestinian NGO Network and Addameer offices, confiscate computers.

IDF sources defend restraint against rock throwers

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:17:32 GMT

Sources say document instructs soldiers not to open fire against rock throwers unless they identify immediate danger.

Barak defends appointing deputy chief of staff

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 19:53:35 GMT

A-G questions timing of move ahead of elections; Barak says he had to wait for clearance of Eizenkot ties to Harpaz affair.

IDF investigating W. Bank rock-throwing incidents

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 23:57:16 GMT

In two separate incidents, army units in West Bank coming under attack by large Palestinian mobs, retreat from areas.

Gadi Eizenkot appointed IDF deputy chief of staff

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 13:13:08 GMT

Eisenkot will replace Maj.-Gen. Yair Naveh, who has held the position since 2010, as second to Bri.-Gen Benny Gantz.

Elite IDF units display their skills

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 03:51:37 GMT

Soldiers taking part in specialized training learn Krav Maga, hostage rescue and other counterterrorism skills.

IDF arrests 2 PA intelligence officers in Hebron

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 19:21:30 GMT

Palestinian sources identify officers as Ahmed Bhais, Mohamed Abu Eid; arrests made after thorough search of homes in Yatta.

IDF: Hamas trying to activate W. Bank sleeper cells

Sun, 09 Dec 2012 12:58:28 GMT

Terror organization is attempting to gradually regroup after its infrastructure was destroyed in 2002 operation.

F-16 engine parts stolen from airbase

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 23:26:46 GMT

The commander of the base alerts Military Police to the thefts, investigation is underway.

Security and Defense: Iran strike in the spring?

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 21:55:45 GMT

What Operation Pillar of Defense says about Israel’s wider strategic picture.

PA police attack IDF forces in Hebron, riot ensues

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 18:32:54 GMT

Around 250 Palestinians throw rocks at IDF soldiers patrolling Hebron; PA officer denies policemen attacked IDF.

Home Front drill simulates missile strike

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:57:38 GMT

A new IDF battalion, Magen David Adom, firefighters simulate rocket hit on the greater Tel Aviv area.

Unique program creates counter-terror commandos

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:39:16 GMT

Man who spends seven months getting soldiers ready for special ops in West Bank tells ‘Post’ about training regime.

Palestinian attacks two officers with axe, shot dead

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 12:13:32 GMT

The attack followed a collision between an IDF jeep and the Palestinian's vehicle in the West Bank.

Securing the waters and distant classified missions

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 20:23:20 GMT

Navy commander Oren Hagag shares his world with the 'Post.'

Conscripts to replace reservists at TA Iron Dome

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 02:49:27 GMT

Since being deployed 10 days ago, the battery intercepted several Fajr-5 and M75 long-range rockets.

Analysis: Gaza arrangement begins to take shape

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:16:38 GMT

It is up to gov'ts in J'lem and Cairo to hammer out an effective arrangement on Hamas’s rearmament efforts.

IDF soldiers shoot at Gazans rioting near border

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 20:15:06 GMT

Medics tell Ma'an news agency 7 Palestinians hurt, 1 severely; IDF: Groups gathered by Israel-Gaza border, trying to damage fence.

OC Southern Command: Israel restored deterrence

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:08:40 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Tal Russo says Pillar of Defense badly damaged Hamas, quiet in South a testament to operation's success.

Israel successfully tests David's Sling's interceptor

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 20:18:43 GMT

Defense system aims at intercepting long-range missiles, will work in conjunction with Iron Dome, Arrow, Arrow 3; test brings Israel step closer to having active defense shield against Hezbollah's arsenal of projectiles.

Hamas polices Gaza border after IDF fire kills man

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 10:14:30 GMT

IDF says group of Palestinians tried to breach border fence prompting warning shots in air, and then at legs; Hamas security officials come closer to border fence than ever before, escort Gazans away from "no-go" zone.

Palestinians: IDF fire kills man near Gaza fence

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:59:33 GMT

IDF says group of Palestinians tried to breach border fence prompting warning shots in air, and then at legs.

Reservist injured by rocket in Eshkol dies of wounds

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 16:25:56 GMT

Capt. Boris Yarmulnik is 6th Israeli killed in Gaza conflict.

IDF believes Hamas, Islamic Jihad will honor cease-fire

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 09:40:00 GMT

Barak says truce is not an agreement but a set of understandings between Israel and Egypt, Hamas and Egypt, adds cease-fire could last 9 weeks or 9 months; IDF official says Hamas will be shocked by level of damage in Gaza.

Schools to remain closed in South despite quiet

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 07:06:25 GMT

Fragile cease-fire pervades overnight after 5 rockets hit South.

Rockets explode in Israel despite truce

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 05:26:57 GMT

Five rockets hit South since cease-fire; IDF: Gazans fire total of 1506 rockets into Israel, 421 intercepted; schools to remain shut.

Would failed cease-fire push Israel to topple Hamas?

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 02:39:21 GMT

Analysis: Operation Pillar of Defense was a message to Hamas.

IAF strikes over 1500 terror targets in Gaza

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:42:25 GMT

Fire from IAF, Gazan terrorists tentatively held following truce; Gaza officials say more than 140 people killed in operation.

Gazans fire 62 rockets at South, 20 intercepted

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:46:57 GMT

Terrorists shoot at least 200 rockets into Israel in past 24 hours; IAF strikes 120 targets across Gaza.

Hamas pounds cities as IDF continues air raids

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 02:04:21 GMT

Gaza fire kills soldier, civilian; IAF strikes disrupt launches.

Hamas pounds cities as IDF continues air raids

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:54:40 GMT

Gaza fire kills soldier, civilian; IAF strikes disrupt launches.

IDF targets 20 Gaza terror sites in one hour

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:43:54 GMT

IAF hits terror cells, rocket pads; Palestinian deaths near 120.

Dealing with Hamas’s human shield tactics

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 03:29:39 GMT

Pilots often ordered to call off air strikes at last moment.

The man who keeps Tel Aviv safe from rockets

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 01:36:05 GMT

“We set up this Iron Dome battery in only 24 hours."

IAF strikes 4 terrorists hiding in media building

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:45:33 GMT

Hamas, Islamic Jihad fire 130 rockets on South; 7 hurt.

A lucky escape after Grad strikes Ashdod building

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 02:06:20 GMT

A Palestinian Grad rocket crashed into the roof of an eight-story building in Ashdod.

Hamas intensifies barrage of missiles on South

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:39:46 GMT

120 rockets launched into Israel Sunday; IAF targets group’s rocket chief and Jabari replacement; Iron Dome intercepts 2 Fajr-5 missiles over Tel Aviv.

IDF: Over 80 terrorist targets struck in Gaza Strip

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:07:01 GMT

Palestinian sources say at least 11 civilians killed in strikes.

After hours of quiet, rocket hits home near Kiryat Malachi

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 22:04:39 GMT

Rocket directly strikes house after Iron Dome intercepts four rockets fired at Tel Aviv; rockets strike a car in Ofakim, injuring 5, and a home in Ashdod, injuring 2; over 115 rockets fired into Israel since morning.

IDF vehicle damaged by Syrian gunfire; none hurt

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 08:29:38 GMT

Army doesn't say whether bullets were strays from Syrian infighting or deliberate; IDF: Return fire may have killed Syrian soldiers.

IDF troops mass at Gaza border after TA missiles

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 03:21:51 GMT

216 rockets hit Israel over weekend; Iron Dome intercepts 242 including 2 over Tel Aviv.

Analysis: Cease-fire or ground offensive?

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:17:26 GMT

Cessation of rockets would likely lead to end of the operation.

PM lobbies international leaders on Gaza operation

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 19:10:56 GMT

Netanyahu speaks to Merkel, Cameron on right to self-defense.

PM, Obama discuss 'de-escalating' Gaza conflict

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 18:05:44 GMT

PM expresses "deep appreciation" for US investment in Iron Dome; Obama speaks with Turkey's Erdogan about ending the violence.

Iron Dome intercepts missiles aimed at Tel Aviv

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 17:09:50 GMT

[Video] Third attack on central city in three days intercepted.

IAF bombs Hamas PM's Gaza HQ; Haniyeh unhurt

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 12:03:17 GMT

IDF strikes 200 targets overnight, hitting Hamas offices; PM calls US President Obama to discuss options for "de-escalating."

Cabinet OKs 75,000 reservists for possible Gaza operation

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 23:41:53 GMT

Government increases cap of reservists for possible ground operation in Gaza from 30,000 to 75,000; FM Liberman says the government is not considering toppling Hamas.

Two rockets land outside J'lem; two fired at TA

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:21:38 GMT

Hamas fires on capital for first time, Tel Aviv for second day in a row; no injuries or damage reported in either attack.

Fifth Iron Dome battery deployed in Gush Dan

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:31:47 GMT

Battery deployment expedited after 4 rockets fired at TA.

Gantz issues IDF draft orders for 16,000 reservists

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:36:43 GMT

Most of reservists from Engineering Corps, vital to ground op.

Rocket fire renews after IDF blitz on Gaza targets

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 08:30:43 GMT

IDF hits 150 rocket-launching sites overnight; Palestinians say 3 killed in strike on car bringing death toll to 19.

Gaza terrorists fire two rockets at Tel Aviv

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 05:04:00 GMT

Over 420 rockets slam into Israel since start of operations.

Analysis: Ratcheting up the pressure on Hamas

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:23:26 GMT

The IDF is entering the second stage of its operation to lift the rocket threat that has been terrorizing the South.

IAF hits 70 Gaza targets after rockets trigger TA sirens

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:25:26 GMT

Israel strikes 320 targets in the Strip since launching Operation Pillar of Defense with assassination of Hamas military chief; 16 Palestinians killed; Gazans fire over 300 rockets into South, killing 3.

IDF soldier lightly hurt by stray Syrian bullet

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:23:35 GMT

Soldier's bulletproof vest prevents serious injury; third such incident of Syrian fighting spilling across border in recent days.

Gazans fire 95 rockets after Jabari hit

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 07:23:30 GMT

IDF launches intense aerial strikes throughout the Gaza Strip.

Analysis: The battle for the South has begun

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:07:35 GMT

Hamas can accept deterrence or force IDF into ground offensive.

IAF strike kills Hamas military chief Jabari

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:37:47 GMT

IAF hits 20 Gaza sites housing long-range rocket launchers.

'Syrian villages on Israel border in rebel hands'

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:00:21 GMT

Defense minister, PM tour the Syrian border; 'Telegraph' reports Syrian rebels take control of towns in demilitarized area.

Egypt mediates tacit truce on Gaza border

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:36:54 GMT

Israel and Hamas agree to hold their fire unless attacked; Defense Minister Barak praises "resilience" of rocket-wracked South.

PRC video claims to show missile strike on IDF jeep

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:51:25 GMT

Gazan terror group releases clip it says depicts weekend attack, in which four IDF soldiers were injured while patrolling border.

Peres: Gaza will only achieve normalcy if rockets stop

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:03:35 GMT

Barak says IDF "to bring back deterrence" to border; PM meets with security cabinet to discuss possible response to rockets.

Barak travels to Gaza border, says hostilities not over

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:07:12 GMT

Defense minister meets with IDF OC Southern Command and Gaza Division Commander, says IDF intends "to bring back deterrence" to border; PM meets with security cabinet to discuss possible response to rockets.

IAF hits Gazan terror targets in response to rockets

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 08:24:39 GMT

Air force strikes 3 rocket launching sites in northern, central Gaza; Grad rocket lands near Ashdod, as hostilities enter fourth day.

Analysis: Assassinations to ground offensives

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:38:14 GMT

In any response, IDF must take account of long-range rocket attacks.

Israel hits 'source' of second Syrian mortar shell

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:29:54 GMT

For second day in a row, Israel responds to Syrian shells, this time hitting two Syrian mortar launchers.

Drill: Patriot missiles intercept decoy missiles

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:04:31 GMT

Interception test marks final part of joint IDF-US army AC12 exercise; Barak: Drill proves deep bilateral cooperation.

Rocket slams into Netivot building; 4 suffer shock

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 08:00:06 GMT

Unofficial ceasefire is broken by rockets, IAF strikes; renewed violence comes after 100 rockets fired over the weekend.

Unofficial truce brings relative quiet to South

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 05:27:58 GMT

IAF hits 3 Gaza targets, 2 rockets hit Israel since reported truce comes into effect; Gazans fire 100 rockets in 24 hours.

UN urges restraint from Israel, Syria

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:44:29 GMT

Ban Ki-moon makes plea for calm after IDF fires warning shot into Syria for first time since '73 war, Syrian shells land in Israel.

Gaza groups pound Israel with over 100 rockets

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:32:16 GMT

Over 100 rockets, mortar shells hit South in past 24 hours, Israeli officials weigh "dramatic response."

Analysis: Fighting for deterrence

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 19:54:41 GMT

Regional turmoil hits Israel's southern, northern borders.

IDF fires warning shot into Syria after shelling

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 14:34:57 GMT

IDF targets Syria for first time since Yom Kippur War.

Barrage of rocket attacks slam southern Israel

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:49:43 GMT

Over 30 rockets fired at Israel after missile hit IDF jeep on border patrol, injuring 4 soldiers; IDF tank shelling kills 4 Palestinians.

Barrage of rockets slams South in violent escalation

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:10:48 GMT

Some 25 rockets fired at Israel; Iron Dome intercepts Grad; Earlier, missile hit IDF jeep patrolling Gaza border, injuring four soldiers; IDF tank shelling, killing four Palestinians.

Gazan anti-tank missile hits IDF jeep, injuring four

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 20:23:50 GMT

Missile hits IDF Jeep patrolling Gaza border; IDF responds with tank shelling, killing four Palestinians; four Gazan rockets land in Israel; Barak: Israel considering further response to "escalating attacks."

Gazans set off explosives in massive tunnel

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 06:22:33 GMT

No one was injured by the blast, but a jeep which was in the area was blown sideways by the force of the blast.

Security and Defense: Night raid

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 22:31:46 GMT

The ‘Post’ joins the Kfir Brigade in a search for terror suspects in the West Bank village of Azun.

'Stray' Syrian mortars land in Golan Heights

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 17:04:18 GMT

Home front defense minister says mortars from Syria falling in the Golan Heights have no return address Israel can respond to.

Navy appoints new Red Sea commander

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 23:00:51 GMT

Navy Chief: Israel’s southern gate will remain secure in the face of every challenge.

Explosion on Gaza border injures 3 IDF soldiers

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 09:58:15 GMT

Palestinians detonate bomb as IDF conducts routine patrol in Kissufim; terrorists also fire Kassam into Eshkol region.

New Gaza Division commander takes up post

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 01:47:48 GMT

Brig.-Gen. Micky Edelstein to take over from Brig.-Gen. Yosi Becher as military figure responsible for nation’s most volatile border.

Stray Syrian bullets hit IDF jeep on Syria border

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 22:31:56 GMT

Battalion commander's jeep hit at northern border; Israel to appeal to UN over 3 Syrian tanks that entered demilitarized zone in Golan.

Center: Base practices coming under missile attack

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 01:52:14 GMT

Drill reflects IDF assessment that in next round of fighting, Hezbollah will direct attacks at military nerve centers deep in Israel.

IDF successfully tests upgraded Iron Dome system

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 18:25:47 GMT

Israel's fifth Iron Dome battery, possessing enhanced capabilities, set to come into service protecting home front within days.

IDF chief Gantz: Syrian conflict might become ours

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 14:16:00 GMT

Gantz visits border day after 3 Syrian tanks enter demilitarized zone; spokesman says IDF ready for moment Israel comes under fire.

IDF Beduin trackers complete basic training

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 11:27:24 GMT

Tracking units play a central role in stopping attempts to infiltrate Israeli territory.

Barak, PM, reject Amos Gilad's Cairo comments

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 02:42:16 GMT

Prime Minister's Office, Defense Ministry distance themsleves from characterization of Egypt as "terrible dictatorship."

Simulation: The first 48 hours after an Iran strike

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 00:52:06 GMT

INSS war game simulates regional conflict scenario of a unilateral Israeli strike without US participation.

Three Syrian tanks enter Golan Heights buffer zone

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 16:27:54 GMT

Defense establishment believes move was related to infighting, IDF lodges UN complaint, waits for it to oversee withdrawal.

Security and Defense: Preparing for the unexpected

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:42:35 GMT

In an uncertain region, the IDF practices rapid deployment of ground forces to multiple fronts.

Shin Bet: Gaza trader funneled millions to Hamas

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 18:54:49 GMT

Security forces arrest metal trader, believed to have sold materials to Hamas's military wing in Gaza.

Barak: Israel won't outsource its security to anyone

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 21:02:22 GMT

Defense minister signals J'lem will not rely even on "closest, most trusted allies" to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

'Egypt uncovers terror plot against Sinai tourists'

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 16:39:03 GMT

Nine jihadi suspects arrested near Gaza while in possession of explosives, grenade launcher, ammunition, 'Al-Hayat' reports.

Hamas men nabbed 'for founding Ramallah branch'

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 17:30:39 GMT

Security forces announce arrests of 30 terrorists who set up student cells in universities, used couriers, held secret meetings.

Senior IDF officer: Chances of conflict are growing

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:54:01 GMT

After Naveh warned the IDF must be ready for unexpected threats on multiple fronts, head of logistics warns of armed conflict.

20 rockets, mortars hit the South; IAF strikes Gaza

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:32:03 GMT

IAF hits terrorist targets after projectiles land in open areas in Eshkol region; 20 rockets fired overnight, 15 landing sites found.

Gov't approves Gaza border town fortification plan

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 01:22:29 GMT

"Plan will bring security to southern residents," PM says after Palestinians fire 3 Grads at Beersheba, 2 Kassams at Eshkol.

Golani Brigade top choice for new recruits

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:38:58 GMT

Army figures released ahead of November draft show Golani infantry brigade remains popular choice for youths soon to join IDF.

General Dempsey arrives in Israel, meets Barak

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 22:50:56 GMT

US Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff set to oversee the largest air defense drill of its kind, which is currently underway.

Palestinians fire 3 Grads, 2 Kassams at Israel

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 09:02:53 GMT

Rockets hit open areas near Beersheba, Eshkol regions; IAF strikes rocket squad in Gaza, one Palestinian killed.

Dagan returns to Israel after liver transplant

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:35:05 GMT

Former Mossad chief back from Belarus three weeks after surgery, taken to hospital in stable condition for further treatment.

Naveh: We must ready on multiple fronts

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 02:38:16 GMT

Deputy IDF chief of staff warns that for the first time in years, IDF must be alert and prepared on a number of fronts simultaneously.

Analysis: Sudan strike - A blow to Iran

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 23:20:44 GMT

Israel’s alleged bombing of Khartoum plant may be a warning to Tehran that it could be the next target.

Gazan terror groups hold their fire

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 06:32:09 GMT

Egyptian-brokered truce follows 2-day barrage of 80 rockets, mortar shells fired into southern Israel from Gaza.

Gazans fire 80 rockets at Israel in 24 hours

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:05:30 GMT

Two foreign workers severely wounded; IAF kills three members of rocket-launching crew; sides said to be negotiating cease-fire through Egyptian mediator.

Ashkelon residents remain on edge

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:59:34 GMT

"We don't want war. But we've been under rocket attacks for years."

In spite of Iron Dome, residents remain on edge

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:54:37 GMT

As 117,000 locals awake to sirens, Ashkelon man says: "We don't want war. But we've been under attack for years."

Fresh rocket, mortar barrage brings total to 72; 5 hurt

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 14:29:15 GMT

Hamas claims responsibility for rockets; IAF strikes terrorist squads, killing 4 Hamas members; southern municipalities cancel school; Iron Dome successfully intercepts eight Grad rockets fired at South.

IAF hits 3 rocket-launching terror squads overnight

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 07:31:05 GMT

3 Hamas members killed, 3 injured in IAF operations; Palestinians fire 34 rockets into Israel; IDF officer critically hurt in by bomb.

IAF strikes Gaza Strip following volley of rockets

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 22:38:02 GMT

3 Hamas members killed, 3 injured in IAF operations; 7 rockets hit Eshkol region; IDF officer critically injured in a roadside bomb.

'Palestinian with explosives was heading for J'lem'

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 20:41:51 GMT

IDF catch 19-year-old Palestinian man with eight pipe bombs at Kalandiya check point, confirm he was trying arrive in Jerusalem.

Barak: Report of US, Iran direct talks not important

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:57:47 GMT

Defense minister dismisses 'NY Times' report as irrelevant: "The Iranians have been fooling the world for years."

PM: No immunity for those firing rockets from Gaza

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 11:36:48 GMT

Netanyahu meets Blair, vows retaliation to Gaza aggression as IAF strikes cells targeting South; Palestinians say 2 killed.

IAF strikes Gaza cell preparing to fire at Israel

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 09:19:00 GMT

Terrorists fire mortar shells at IDF force on border, 4 rockets land in South, none hurt; Palestinians say 2 killed in IAF strike.

IDF source: Hamas gaining strength in West Bank

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 23:47:58 GMT

Hamas focusing activities on indoctrinating Palestinians in its extremist ideology, creating social assistance programs.

IDF cancels annual ‘Sherutrom’ fund-raiser

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:15:56 GMT

Instead, the IDF plans to organize an event to honor combat soldiers that will not involve raising cash.

Home Front Command starts huge earthquake drill

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 10:53:43 GMT

IDF takes over TV, radio broadcasts, sends text message alerts issuing instructions on what to do during a quake.

Home Front Command to hold huge earthquake drill

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 07:25:36 GMT

IDF will take over TV, radio broadcasts, send text message alerts issuing instructions on what to do during a quake.

Analysis: Bomb could bring Syria strife to Lebanon

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 22:09:18 GMT

Bombing contains threat against anyone investigating Syria-Hezbollah, comes at peak of sectarian tensions.

Israeli Navy seizes Gaza-bound ship 'Estelle'

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:16:10 GMT

Navy seizes Finnish-flagged ship carrying 30 pro-Palestinian activists after it refused to change course, tows it to Ashdod.

IDF tank battalion practices racing to war

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 03:15:46 GMT

In surprise call-up, IDF soldiers simulate the enemy, acting as terrorists with shoulder-fired anti-tank missiles.

Home Front Command to hold huge earthquake drill

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 02:10:19 GMT

IDF will take over TV, radio broadcasts, send text message alerts issuing instructions on what to do during a quake.

Dagan’s condition ‘improving’ after liver transplant

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 04:18:08 GMT

Former police commander Bar-Lev, a friend of the ex-Mossad chief, tells 'Post' he opted for surgery in Belarus because donor there.

Largest US-Israel missile defense drill to kick off

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 22:45:43 GMT

Patriot, Iron Dome, Arrow missile defense shields to be tested; forces to simulate Unmanned Aerial Vehicle intrusion.

Army communications battalion holds war drill

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 01:06:31 GMT

IDF’s largest communications battalion practices rapid deployment of combat forces from the Center to a battle front.

‘Surface-to-air missile fired at IAF over Gaza’

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:20:08 GMT

News report says anti-aircraft missiles targeted IAF helicopter last week; expert says Air Force activities won't be disrupted.

New Air Defense commander Shahar Shohat takes up post

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 04:58:10 GMT

Outgoing head Gavish: 109 enemy rockets intercepted in recent years.

IAI provides sneak preview of long-range drone

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 02:42:41 GMT

Israel Aerospace Industries’ Maritime Heron drone likely to be key in protecting gas drilling rigs from Hezbollah.

IAF strikes Gaza Strip 3 times in 24 hours; 5 killed

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 21:44:10 GMT

Air force hits rocket-launching terror cell in Gaza, killing 2, wounding 2; PRC: "Occupation" to bear consequences for crimes.

Iran touts drone sent to Israel as sign of strength

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 14:55:02 GMT

Iranian Defense Minister Ahmad Vahidi proclaims Iran's "natural right" to fly drones over Israel at military ceremony.

IAF airstrike kills Palestinian jihadi leader

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 13:54:56 GMT

Additional strike on Sunday morning targets rocket-launching crew in southern Gaza.

Following rockets, IAF strikes Gaza terrorists again

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 08:33:17 GMT

IDF kills terrorist in second air strike; earlier strike killed al-Qaida-affiliated Palestinian leader Hisham Al-Saedni.

IAF airstrike kills Palestinian jihadi leader

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 21:21:38 GMT

Air strike targets global jihad terrorists; two dead, including Palestinian leader Hisham Al-Saedni, of al-Qaida-affiliated group.

IAF strikes three terror targets in the Gaza Strip

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 05:30:45 GMT

IDF says move a retaliation to escalating rocket fire from Gaza, comes after terrorists launched a Grad rocket at Netivot.

Southern brigade trains to counter Sinai threats

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 01:21:52 GMT

IDF’s Sagi Brigade hold special training course to familiarize its commanders with a host of new anti-terror measures.

Missing Druse soldier's body found after 7 years

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:52:40 GMT

IDF confirms that body, found in a forest near Usfiya, matches DNA of Druse soldier missing since 2005.

Home Front Command to hold earthquake drill

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 04:35:09 GMT

IDF to simulate natural disaster scenarios of earthquake and tsunami in an exercise on Oct 21.

Massive US-Israel air drill set for this month

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 01:21:09 GMT

Three-week defense exercise, postponed from spring, will be largest of its kind to date, simulate missile defense scenarios.

Gilad: Intercepted UAV failed at both its missions

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:27:06 GMT

Defense Ministry official says UAV incursion into Negev failed to collect data, did not hurt Israel's air defense reputation.

IDF hits Gaza targets in response to rocket barrage

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 16:40:04 GMT

IDF responds to 30 mortar shells bombing Hamas terror targets in Gaza; escalation follows air strike on 2 terrorists in Rafah.

IDF deploys Patriot defense battery on Mt. Carmel

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 15:24:41 GMT

Move follows drone intrusion into Negev; surface-to-air battery can intercept medium-range ballistic missiles, planes, drones.

Air Force strikes 2 'Global Jihad' targets in Gaza

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 18:47:33 GMT

11 Palestinians reported injured; IDF says one of the targets played senior role in planning deadly June attack on Egypt fence.

The soldiers behind the robots

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 11:25:41 GMT

The only maintenance center for military robots in the country created its training courses and guides from scratch.

Analysis: Iran, Hezbollah likely behind UAV trespass

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 00:58:59 GMT

With Iranian funds and technological assistance, Hezbollah has been trying to build up its UAV capabilities.

IAF shoots down UAV in northern Negev

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 19:10:27 GMT

UAV enters Israel's airspace from Mediterranean, shot down by F-16s; origin of craft unknown; IDF thinks UAV sent to gather intel.

Security and Defense: Fighting with faith

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 23:18:31 GMT

Lt.-Col. Amichai Segal wasn’t thrilled when he received charge of the Kfir Brigade’s haredi battalion. Now he is.

Military Intelligence chief tours Syrian border

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:50:07 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Kochavi warns that Syrian sovereignty is disintegrating, jihadi elements are entering Syria.

Analysis: Barak as ‘guardian’ of alliance with US

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 02:48:12 GMT

Sources close to defense minister say he is working with Administration, Pentagon, Congress to ensure US support.

Israelis evacuated as armed Syrians approach border

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 15:32:04 GMT

IDF: Possibly armed suspects near border without infiltrating; Gantz: Syria turning into a weapons cache for terrorists.

Barak defends contacts with US after Likud attack

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 10:04:05 GMT

Defense minister's bureau points to positive results of work with US; Meretz head says Barak-PM feud is staged for elections.

Navy prepares to intercept Gaza activist ship

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 04:50:06 GMT

Ship from from Italy attempting to break security naval blockade around Gaza will be intercepted, says Foreign Ministry.

Commanders study intelligence on Hezbollah, Hamas

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 02:42:49 GMT

Field commanders comprised of armored vehicles, artillery and infantry units gather for intelligence study session.

‘Sinai attackers were educated, not local Beduin’

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 01:28:17 GMT

Reports in the Egyptian press say educated middle class Egyptians responsible for September terror attack against IDF.

Palestinian car strikes IDF vehicle, injures four

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 20:14:07 GMT

Police investigating whether crash near Neve Daniel in Gush Etzion region was a hit-and-run, or a terrorist attack.

Barak: If Abbas falls, Hamas will rise in West Bank

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 11:29:40 GMT

Defense minister denounces Liberman's attacks on Abbas, warns of Hamas taking control of West Bank if PA falters.

IDF fires on suspects who approached Gaza fence

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 03:45:31 GMT

In unrelated incident, boat strays into waters banned to traffic as part of Gaza security blockade; navy fires warning shot.

Man who raised Ink Flag over Eilat passes away

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 03:12:22 GMT

PM, defense minister salute Gen. Adan, who outflanked Egyptian forces in Yom Kippur War.

Sinai Salafi group says it was behind deadly attack

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 06:07:05 GMT

Ansar Bayt al-Maqdes say attack that killed an Israeli soldier, injured another was carried out in response to anti-Islam film.

IDF cadets graduate from Israel’s ‘West Point’

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 05:39:47 GMT

Fifty-eight IDF officers complete 2-year-course at the elite Tactical Command College; Gantz attends ceremony.

Soldier killed along southern border is laid to rest

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 04:41:40 GMT

IDF Corporal Netanel Yahalomi of Nof Ayalon was killed by terrorists infiltrating from Egypt over the weekend.

IDF soldier killed, another wounded in border attack

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:20:58 GMT

Terrorists ambush soldiers who are providing water to migrants; soldiers return fire, kill 2 gunmen, Border Patrol kills 3rd.

IDF soldiers attacked on Egpyt border, kill 3 terrorists

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:28:43 GMT

Soldiers engage in firefight with terrorists attempting to infiltrate Israel from Egypt; suicide bomb belt goes off during gun battle; "The IDF stopped a very big terrorist attack," IDF spokesman says.

Security and Defense: The logistics of war

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 23:01:15 GMT

After Second Lebanon War, it became clear even logistics crews will have to move through hostile terrain.

Declassified Yom Kippur war papers reveal failures

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 21:50:06 GMT

Shortcomings include failure to pass on warning of imminent war from a Mossad handler, erroneous IDF intelligence assessments.

IAF strikes Gaza terror cell; 2 Palestinians killed

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 01:35:19 GMT

IDF confirms deaths of Al Aqsa Defenders, PRC terrorists, at least one of whom was in final stages of suicide attack preparations.

IDF launches surprise live-fire drill in Golan

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 10:49:46 GMT

Exercise in Golan Heights aims to test army readiness and fitness in North and Central Commands, Artillery Corps.

Expert: US rejection of red lines on Iran disturbing

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 21:10:11 GMT

Senior Israeli arms control expert Landau tells 'Post' Obama has set red lines effectively already.

Security and Defense: Training with Golani

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:48:52 GMT

The ‘Post’s correspondent joins Battalion 13 for a nighttime drill simulating a blitz attack against Hezbollah.

Palestinians say 6 killed as IDF stops Gaza attacks

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:43:17 GMT

IAF hits terror cell preparing to fire rockets into southern Israel; IDF strikes cell trying to place bomb at border fence.

IAF thwarts attempt to fire rockets into Israel

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 09:15:39 GMT

Israel Air Force hits terrorist cell in Gaza; Palestinians say at least 3 killed; IDF strikes cell trying to place bomb at border.

Israel asks Cyprus, Greece to up tourist protection

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:49:49 GMT

Defense sources maintain Iran and its proxies are in midst of global campaign to target Israeli civilians.

Tracing the journey of a new navy officer

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 05:30:24 GMT

After intensive 28-month course, 21-year-old transfers to 'Tarsis' missile ship.

Analysis: What is the PM's red line on Iran?

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 23:11:44 GMT

National security experts discuss what Netanyahu may have in mind when he calls for a red line to be drawn.

IDF hosts int’l conference on emergency planning

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:57:47 GMT

Home Front Command hosts seminar to share working models on how to manage civilian populations during times of crisis

'Iran-N. Korea accord to show Tehran has friends'

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 03:23:24 GMT

Expert on Iran tells 'Post' treaty designed to send signal to int'l community, doesn't indicate substantial developments in trade.

Gantz cautions Iran: IDF can hit any place, anytime

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 20:18:35 GMT

IDF chief of staff responds to threats to "wipe Israel off the map," says IDF ready for any scenario.

'Decreased US presence in drill not sign of change'

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 23:15:44 GMT

Pentagon confirms fewer soldiers to take part in exercise, dismisses report linking decision to 'mistrust over Iran.'

IAF strikes targets in Gaza in response to rockets

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 01:43:54 GMT

Home Front Defense Minister Dichter says a new, complete deterrence strategy needed after rocket hits home in Sderot.

Police arrest dad on suspicion of choking daughter

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 03:24:40 GMT

Man choked daughter while she was sleeping after argument, police say; doctors report girl in moderate condition.

Security & Defense: Iran’s long arm

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 22:33:10 GMT

The Quds Force, set up during the Iran-Iraq war, has been linked to attacks on Israeli and Jewish targets.

Child forgotten in van by Talmud teacher dies

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:11:07 GMT

Police are questioning a Breslov hassid teacher who allegedly forgot the boy after bringing him to class in Modi'in Illit.

Soldier struck by tank during drill dies of injuries

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:32:00 GMT

20-year-old soldier to be buried in Ashdod military cemetery; doctors unable to overcome injuries after he was struck by a tank.

Israeli-developed bulletproof grenade reaches IDF

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 03:06:54 GMT

The grenade, developed jointly by the IDF and IMI, is the product of a painful chapter in the IDF’s history.

After rocket fire, IAF strikes Gaza munition depots

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:35:40 GMT

Palestinian hospital reports 2 wounded in strike; IDF says attack is response to rocket fire toward Israel, strikes were accurate.

Kochavi: Region becoming less stable, more Islamist

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 17:10:23 GMT

Military Intelligence chief says the Mideast will face crises and be more prone to unexpected eruptions.

Egypt media: Global jihadi terrorist killed in Sinai

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 02:29:53 GMT

IDF sources tell the 'Post' they're unaware of reports an Israeli drone killed terrorist in air strike.

Three Gazan rockets slam into Sderot industrial zone

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 02:19:03 GMT

Opposition leader Shaul Mofaz visits Ashkelon, says school year will open as scheduled.

IDF denies reports of Ashkenazi criminal probe

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:09:12 GMT

Former chief of staff’s spokesman says content of TV report unknown to us and sounds bizarre.

Analysis: There is no Gaza blockade

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 22:21:24 GMT

Egypt's decision to reopen border with Gaza effectively means there's no longer a security blockade on the Strip.

'Iran expands nuclear capacity underground'

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 21:26:25 GMT

Diplomatic sources in Vienna say Iran added more uranium enrichment machines at underground bunker in Fordow.

Security Matters: Between North and South

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 21:06:10 GMT

The IDF is on standby as the regional upheaval threatens to reach Israel’s borders.

Gantz freezes promotion of investigated officer

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:43:30 GMT

IDF chief of staff freezes promotion of Col. Erez Viner, suspected of forging document in Harpaz affair.

Ashkenazi joins chorus against Iran strike

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 20:29:12 GMT

Gabi Ashkenazi says there is no metaphorical nuclear suitcase about to be sent to Israel, urges combined strategy of sanctions, covert war, diplomacy instead of a military strike against Iranian nuclear facilities.

'Egypt's tanks are in Sinai for fighting terrorism'

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:12:03 GMT

Former Military Intelligence Chief Amos Yadlin says Israel should allow Egypt's Sinai military boost for counter-terrorism.

'Iran debut of missile upgrade is a 'veiled threat"

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 06:45:36 GMT

Tehran claims Fateh-110 "most precise and advanced" of it's kind; security expert says acts as threat to US assets in Persian Gulf.

IDF stations Iron Dome in Eilat amid Grad threat

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:34:15 GMT

Move comes days after rockets shake Eilat; IDF says deployment part of national plan to test anti-rocket system around the country.

Defense Ministry, Treasury renew budget feud

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 20:46:57 GMT

Barak praises Tishlet C'tee calling for 66b. shekel annual defense budget; Finance Ministry: C'tee can't be taken seriously.

Israeli, US navies complete drill in Mediterranean

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:34:48 GMT

The exercise, Reliant Mermaid, focused on search and rescue maneuvers, included live fire; Turkish Navy refuses to participate.

IDF investigating beating of Palestinian journalists

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:25:42 GMT

Activists release video of incident showing soldier striking Palestinian journalists with baton.

Police find remains of Grad rocket near Eilat

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 20:38:52 GMT

Authorities working on assumption that remains are of one of two rockets fired into Eilat, causing powerful blasts that rocked city.

Search continues for rockets near Eilat

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 02:06:28 GMT

Salafi Jihadi group warns Egyptian Army over Sinai crackdown, says its target is Israel, not Cairo’s forces.

IDF grounds transport helicopters after glitch

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 16:52:22 GMT

Sikorsky CH 53 forced to make emergency landing near Tel Nof airbase; IAF: General grounding in line with standard procedure.

2 blasts shake Eilat; Salafi group warns Egypt

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 12:42:42 GMT

Police suspect rockets landed in open areas; group takes responsibility for previous launches from Sinai into Israel.

Fischer backs Defense Ministry in budget war

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 22:34:03 GMT

Netanyahu: The threats directed at the State of Israel are changing and we need to be prepared for that.

Navy rescues stranded family off Lebanese coast

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 02:35:36 GMT

A married couple, three of their children and a skipper were onboard the rented yacht.

Defense community unfazed by Cairo shake-up

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 05:41:32 GMT

Official: Egyptian army remains dependent on US aid; security officials see no sudden deterioration on the southern border.

Talk of military strike ‘makes Tehran nervous’

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 02:50:08 GMT

Tehran disturbed by reports dominating Israeli media of imminent strike on nuclear sites, senior Iran expert tells 'Post.'

Home Front Command begins SMS alert experiment

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:13:43 GMT

"Personal Message" system can deliver area-specific warnings based on the projection of incoming trajectory of rocket, missile.

Man fires at wedding tent, killing guest

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 04:36:07 GMT

Police charge 25-year-old with murder and his father, brother with opening fire in residential area, shooting in Negev Beduin town.

Police suspect 'wave of nationalistic arson attacks'

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 19:20:53 GMT

Dozens of firefighting crews, planes needed to control Kiryat Tivon blaze, homes burned, residents evacuated.

Blaze in North burns homes, forces evacuations

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 17:48:42 GMT

Fire breaks out in Kiryat Tivon on 2nd straight day; 27 firefighting crews, planes battle blaze; police checking if arson.

Shin Bet arrests two suspects for Ramallah lynch

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 15:23:03 GMT

Police, IDF operation uncovers Hamas terror infrastructure in Ramallah, two confess to 2000 lynch of IDF soldiers.

Teenager ‘lured pizza delivery men into robberies’

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 03:41:36 GMT

Officers use Facebook to help track down suspect.

Shin Bet nabs explosive-smuggling Israeli Arabs

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 01:20:22 GMT

Nasrallah approves complex infiltration involving drug dealers in Lebanon and Israel, security officials say.

TA shuts school sports grounds after teen's death

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 17:44:50 GMT

15-year-old killed when basketball rim collapses on him, raising concerns about the safety of other basketball courts.

Ashdod man ‘lured girls with fake modeling agency’

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 02:59:25 GMT

29-year-old man charged with luring underage girls into sexual acts, including one count of rape.

Police arrest 2 youths over armed robbery, shooting

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:14:19 GMT

Ramle youths accused of holding up kiosk at night, shooting owner's 15-year-old son who resisted.

Police save woman who tried to set herself alight

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 01:44:30 GMT

Officers responded to call from member of the public who reported seeing a woman in her car pouring a liquid on herself.

Boy who nearly drowned in Kinneret passes away

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 03:18:38 GMT

Wave of drownings continues Sunday • 10-year-old dies near Zichron; 4-year-old recovers.

IDF in heavy firefight with terrorists on Gaza border

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 21:10:02 GMT

Hours after IDF kills global jihad terrorist in air strike, Palestinians fire dozens of mortar shells into Eshkol Council area; in nearby incident at least 13 Egyptian police killed by jihadists in Sinai.

Man shoots wife, tries to kill son, commits suicide

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 18:49:37 GMT

Police find bodies of man, 50, murdered wife; step-son in serious condition at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa; no previous record of domestic violence.

Head of firefighting school dies in crash

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 02:41:08 GMT

Yanon Yitzhaki, 55, had been driving to his home in Kiryat Arba on Route 35, when his car collided with truck.

Thirty suspected pedophiles appear before court

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 22:35:49 GMT

Remand sessions held behind closed doors to protect suspects identities; law enforcement wanted open remand sessions.

Bulgaria releases image of bomber that hit Israelis

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:40:21 GMT

Disclosure of computer-generated photograph accompanied by request for general public to divulge any information to authorities.

30 suspected pedophiles arrested in massive sting

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 06:41:36 GMT

Police pose as 10-year-olds in chat rooms to get to suspects; senior officers: We're startled by scope of threat.

Senior policeman allegedly sexually harassed woman

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 17:42:19 GMT

According to indictment, Ariel policeman harassed woman found to possess drugs for personal use, failed to notify her case was closed.

'Road shooting could trigger violence in Arab town'

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 02:54:09 GMT

Police send forces to Tabash due to concern that deadly weekend shooting incident could lead to more violence.

'Planned cuts to police will cause more crime'

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 17:05:39 GMT

Public Security Minister Aharonovitch warns: PM's plans to cut NIS 181m. from budget will lead to more violence on streets.

Security Matters: Getting ready for the worst

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 22:32:47 GMT

IDF Home Front Command prepares for scenarios the rest of us would prefer not to think about.

Firefighters gain control over large fire in Carmel

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:05:00 GMT

More than 15 fire crews battle the wildfire; residents allowed to return home after being evacuated as precautionary measure.

Knesset approves nat'l firefighting authority law

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 00:57:58 GMT

National authority will replace of the dozens of local fire authorities in place throughout the country.

Knesset approves national firefighting authority law

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:30:03 GMT

National authority will replace of the dozens of local fire authorities in place throughout the country.

Shahar Ayalon: Munich massacre changed my life

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 07:10:23 GMT

40 years ago, aged 16 and a promising runner, he was sure his future lay in sports.

Audience applauds violent anti-Semitism on Egypt TV

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 01:18:26 GMT

One of actors, Ayman Kandeel “Tuhami,” became irate after led to believe he was speaking to Israelis, struck female presenter.

Two southern residents attempt self-immolation

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 14:52:40 GMT

Police and guards prevent both men from harming themselves; comes one day after Moshe Silman laid to rest.

Disabled veteran sets himself alight in Yehud

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 20:17:39 GMT

Akiva Mapiai, injured during army training over 20 years ago and now in heavy debts, told siblings he despaired of fight for rights from Defense Ministry, social welfare services.

Yechimovich: Self-immolation mustn't be idealized

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 14:37:21 GMT

50-year-old disabled IDF veteran sets himself on fire in Yehud, is in serious condition; case is the 5th self-immolation attempt.

Disabled man sets himself alight in Yehud

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 12:59:57 GMT

50-year-old man in serious condition with burns over 80% of his body; 5th self-immolation comes ahead of Moshe Silman funeral.

Armed robbery turns into deadly pursuit in Eilat

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 10:50:03 GMT

Masked gunmen carjack taxi with passengers inside, trade fire with police; one suspect is killed, the second is in custody.

Former Egyptian intelligence chief dies in the US

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 04:41:07 GMT

Omar Suleiman ran "state within a state," saw Israel as ally in war against Islamists, expert tells ‘Post.’

Police recruit 600 civilian employees

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 06:13:39 GMT

Inspector-general: This is our version of social justice, now all have same rights.

‘Mahdi’ virus stole data on national infrastructure

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 05:11:36 GMT

Computer virus with Persian words in program code that infected Israeli computers turns on recording devices, steal files.

Bulgaria bombing survivors describe carnage

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 22:58:19 GMT

Passengers jump out of bus windows to escape; "People were thrown into the air. Everyone was shouting, crying," woman recalls.

Activists erect 'Justice Tower' for affordable homes

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 04:13:33 GMT

Social justice protesters vow not to leave building near Kibbutz Yakum in Sharon region until solution to cost of housing.

Holon man tries to self-immolate in bank over debts

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 11:39:23 GMT

Incident is 3rd of its kind since social justice activist Moshe Silman injured himself by setting himself alight in TA.

Fire, Rescue Service to replace individual units

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 04:10:26 GMT

The fire service’s budget will receive an additional billion shekel cash injection each year.

3 arrested for assault on man who asked for quiet

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:47:22 GMT

Two teens, one adult arrested for allegedly taking part in brutal assault of Ra’anana man who asked for noise to be kept down.

After 5 years, Gazans visit kin in Israeli prisons

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:03:30 GMT

Families of 25 prisoners allowed to visit as part of deal that ended prisoners' hunger strike; IPS says visit went smoothly.

Robbers shoot teen guarding father’s kiosk

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 03:34:11 GMT

15-year-old boy stands up to two suspects, refuses to hand over cash; thieves shoot, seriously injure teen, leave with nothing.

Man stabs wife to death, attempts suicide

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 03:32:54 GMT

Neighbors heard the cries of the couple’s seven-year-old daughter and summoned emergency services to their apartment.

Social justice activist sets himself on fire in TA

Sat, 14 Jul 2012 22:46:37 GMT

Police say man in serious condition; paramedics rush him to Ichilov Medical Center; near 10,000 take part in TA rally.

Behind the Lines: Serving from the heart

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:06:23 GMT

Nahal’s southern base is home to a growing number of lone soldiers for whom the term ‘armchair Zionists’ is alien.

42-year-old former state witness killed in TA

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 11:31:52 GMT

David Hakak, who incriminate 14 members of alleged crime organization in 2008, was not covered by witness protection.

Bribery probe rocks municipality in Afula

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 01:39:31 GMT

Police raid the Afula Municipality, detaining several senior employees over suspicions of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

Police chief: Stop verbal attacks on Lador

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 17:49:25 GMT

Following Olmert acquittal, Danino says "exaggerated statements could undermine legitimacy of prosecution."

'Hezbollah arrests three for Mossad, CIA ties'

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:56:38 GMT

Operatives arrested in Beirut for passing information on Lebanese group to Israeli, US agencies.

Book: Israeli agents killed Iranian scientists

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 01:52:47 GMT

Co-author Yossi Melman tells the ‘Post’ that the targeted killings damaged Tehran’s nuclear program.

IAF strikes Hamas terror targets in Gaza Strip

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 03:09:08 GMT

Strikes come after Gaza sniper bullets brake back screen of a car in South, which contained car seat of seven-month-old baby.

Gaza sniper fires on vehicles at southern junction

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:49:06 GMT

A photograph provided by IDF shows that sniper bullets broke back screen of a car, which contained car seat of seven-month-old baby.

Gaza sniper fire shatters glass onto kid's car seat

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:28:41 GMT

A photograph provided by IDF shows that sniper bullets broke back screen of a car, which contained car seat of seven-month-old baby.

Police find marijuana field in North

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 18:09:15 GMT

Narcotics officers, backed by police intelligence searched home in Bet Jan, seize 200 kilograms of cannabis.

Thieves ‘duplicated keys, led elderly out of homes’

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:39:18 GMT

Three suspects are under arrest for allegedly breaking into elderly people's homes with duplicates of their keys.

Police arrest Eritrean suspected of murdering wife

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 22:11:57 GMT

Suspect identified by other Eritreans, police arrest man after dramatic pursuit.

'Polonium found on Arafat's clothing was planted'

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 22:03:01 GMT

Analyst tells 'Post' high levels of radioactive poison reportedly found on Arafat's belongings likely placed there much later.

Phone stalker who ‘harassed widow’ arrested

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 04:30:27 GMT

Detectives acted on a number of complaints from women before homing in on a married father who works as a driver.

Yigal Amir to leave solitary confinement within days

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 14:14:33 GMT

Prison Service says Rabin assassin will be moved to a cell with two to four carefully selected prisoners.

Shamir’s daughter's home robbed during funeral

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 05:14:34 GMT

Thieves snatch valuable jewelry from north TA home of late prime minister's daughter as she attends father's funeral in J'lem.

1 dead, 9 injured in pipe explosion in South

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:23:34 GMT

Pipe explodes at Mekorot water treatment facility; one person in critical condition, 4 seriously hurt; cause under investigation.

Border Police probing officer filmed kicking child

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 16:06:31 GMT

Video shows officer apprehending 9 year old in Hebron, another officer kicking him; officials call the incident inexcusable, wrong.

Suspect linked to murder via bullets found in dog

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 01:03:33 GMT

Homicide detectives in Rishon Lezion investigating deadly shooting link suspect to murder through bullets lodged in an injured dog.

MDA holding workshops for teens on anger, alcohol

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 23:23:17 GMT

MDA workshops “Summer Without Violence” are mean to teach teens to cope with anger or frustration without resorting to violence or confrontations.

Histadrut dismisses train workers’ leader

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 18:51:05 GMT

Three additional members of the embattled worker's committee also removed over unauthorized strikes and erratic behavior.

Security and Defense: A well-oiled machine

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 22:31:45 GMT

How the police spent over a decade developing the world’s most sophisticated anti-rocket and counter-terrorism response.

Experts: Israel didn't kill Hamas man in Damascus

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 20:25:51 GMT

Hamas operative Kamal Ranaja, found dead in Damascus, was not high-up enough a target, more likely killed by Syria.

'Hundreds of millions missing from fire budget'

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 02:57:02 GMT

Aharonovitch says J'lem blaze could have reached scale of Carmel Fire, cautions against complacency following Comptroller Report.

W. Bank: Guard shoots Palestinian in scuffle

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 17:39:44 GMT

Suspect rams vehicle into police car at entrance to Ma'aleh Adumim, runs toward security guards, trying to snatch gun.

Man arrested for plotting to kill his lawyer

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 03:36:42 GMT

Suspect allegedly took decision to shoot attorney after accusing him of embezzling money from him during a deal.

Firefighters suspect arson in J'lem forest fire

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 01:22:48 GMT

One hundred dunams burned; Highway 1 closed for two hours; three people lightly injured.

Gazans fire four rockets, Iron Dome intercepts two

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:48:49 GMT

Rockets fired toward southern town of Netivot; injuries or damage; siren is sounded 3 times, sending residents running for cover.

Danino denies excessive response to protests

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 19:38:55 GMT

Police chief says disturbances were planned; activist calls claims of violence by protesters "ridiculous."

Police arrest 4 over Yad Vashem hate graffiti

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:25:06 GMT

The 4 are also suspected of vandalizing Ammunition Hill and landmarks in the Jordan Valley around Remembrance Day.

Police assessing response to social justice unrest

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 19:25:40 GMT

Critics say heavy-handed response to Tel Aviv, J'lem protests exacerbated situation, that officers were unprepared.

17 IDF soldiers arrested for alleged drug-smuggling

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 18:29:40 GMT

Undercover operation nabs soldiers, NCOs who allegedly passed information to smugglers across Egyptian border.

Police: Hi-tech worker grew pot at factory

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 04:08:30 GMT

Employee at Kiryat Gat production site charged with growing marijuana, distributing it to fellow employees.

Court releases final 14 social justice protesters

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:33:57 GMT

Amnesty raps police for "indiscriminate" use of force against protesters; source: Activists can submit complaints if they want.

Protest leader blames gov't for protester violence

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 07:39:14 GMT

Stav Shaffir accuses gov't of trying to discredit protest movement; police arrest 85 protesters in TA for breaking bank windows.

IDF: Quiet, violence to be met in kind

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:59:19 GMT

23 rockets launched into Israel yesterday. PM calls on army to ‘act strongly,’ defend South. Air force strikes main Hamas bases.

IDF on Gaza: Quiet to be met by quiet, fire by fire

Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:37:18 GMT

Hamas announces ceasefire, IDF attributes Gaza-group's interest in ending violence to harsh Israeli response to rocket fire; 150 rockets fired into Israel since Monday: 1 Israeli injured, 14 Palestinians killed.

‘Drunk teens stab waiter’ in Rishon Lezion

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 03:05:37 GMT

Police said the boys, aged 15 and 16, who were allegedly intoxicated, began rioting at the cafe and damaging property.

'Youths attack African migrant with rocks in TA'

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 02:14:04 GMT

Eritrean national tells police he was walking in south Tel Aviv park when he was set upon without cause by three teenagers.

Law and Order: Lessons learned?

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:44:44 GMT

Following Carmel fire report, firefighting authorities confident they're today better prepared.

Lindenstrauss slams Carmel blaze Fire Service failures

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 01:46:54 GMT

Report calls fire authorities unprepared, untrained and disorganized.

Hamas: We'll stop rockets if Israel ends aggression

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 23:17:31 GMT

After firing over 100 rockets in 3-day period, Hamas responds to Egyptian efforts to enact ceasefire,

IDF hits Gaza targets as 55 rockets pound Israel

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 22:13:01 GMT

Top Global Jihad operative seriously injured, said to have been planning new Sinai attack; Egypt calls for ceasefire.

IAF strikes Gaza as 99 rockets hit South in 3 days

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 21:40:43 GMT

Iron Dome intercepts rocket near Netivot; IAF kills man involved in Egypt border attack; Cairo reportedly trying to broker ceasefire.

'Fire service failures continued after Carmel'

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 18:32:35 GMT

Lindenstrauss says in Carmel fire report that fire services guilty of major infractions in first half of 2011.

Iron Dome intercepts Gaza rocket near Netivot

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 17:45:04 GMT

Terrorists have fired over 80 rockets in last 2 days; IAF responds with multiple airstrikes, kills man from Egypt terror attack.

IDF: Air Force kills Gazan from Sinai border attack

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:59:41 GMT

Palestinians fire six more rockets into Eshkol region, hitting farming village but causing no injuries.

Gaza rockets continue: Grad hits near Beersheba

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 08:32:45 GMT

Four Border Police officers are injured by rocket overnight; over 50 rockets, mortar shells fired; IAF hits 7 Gaza targets.

Four Border Police officers injured by Kassam

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 07:02:57 GMT

1 injured moderately, 3 lightly in Ashkelon Coast area; over 50 rockets, mortar shells pound Israel; IAF strikes 7 Gaza targets.

US, PA, Israeli leaders condemn mosque attack

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 22:23:45 GMT

PA president responds to graffiti, arson attack on Jab'a village mosque; PM: Irresponsible lawbreakers will be brought to justice.

Gaza terrorists fire 31 rockets at Israel since midnight

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 19:54:15 GMT

IAF strikes rocket squad, critically injuring one; at least 4 Palestinians killed in past day; after refraining from launching rockets itself, Hamas claims responsibility for 10 launches.

Gazans fire 4 more rockets; Hamas claims earlier launches

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:04:43 GMT

Palestinians fire a total of 10 rockets at Israel in past 24 hours; in significant departure from previous position, Gaza-based terror group claims responsibility for at least 3 mortar shells fired into Israel.

Fuel sellers under arrest in ‘biggest-ever tax scam’

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 01:29:06 GMT

Police: NIS 3.5b. of fake transactions used to evade NIS 600m. of taxes.

Police hold major drill before Ulpana evacuation

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 22:10:29 GMT

Officials tell 'Post' that officers waiting for order from IDF to evacuate W. Bank outpost homes.

Police hold large scale drill ahead of Ulpana evacuation

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 20:57:27 GMT

Officials tell 'Post' that officers waiting for order from IDF to evacuate W. Bank outpost homes, but say possibility of an agreement with settlers still exists; rabbis call for action, prayer to prevent evacuation.

Israeli shoots dead 2 would-be Palestinian carjackers

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:35:46 GMT

Police say it appears the tow truck driver was likely lured to the spot by Palestinians who ordered his services.

IDF bracing for increased rocket fire from Sinai

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:49:52 GMT

Israel tones down response to attacks amidst Egyptian elections; defense officials fear Beduin involvement in rocket attacks.

None hurt as Grad rockets strike Arava near Uvda

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 21:38:42 GMT

No injuries or damage caused by rocket attacks; IDF investigating if fired from Egypt or Jordan.

4 Palestinians killed when car flips on Route 60

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 21:05:23 GMT

Police believe the driver lost control of his vehicle near Kiryat Arba, causing it to veer off the road and flip into a ditch.

Customer launches violent campaign against renovator

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:40:11 GMT

The man, who is under arrest, hired the renovator to carry out a series of works at his girlfriend's home several months ago.

Eritrean, 2 others arrested for funding terror

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:39:01 GMT

Migrant suspected of raising money from Sudanese and Eritrean migrants, and passing it on to a Sinai-based terrorist organization.

Social justice activist questioned despite ban

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 03:58:39 GMT

Public housing rights activist, single mother receives summons by phone to appear for questioning by J'lem police.

Car bomb targets underworld figure Nissim Alperon

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:07:28 GMT

Local residents say their homes shook from the terrifying blast; Alperon was in the car but escaped unharmed.

S. Sudan officials arrive to oversee repatriations

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:01:18 GMT

Foreign Ministry says delegation from Juba's Interior Ministry is purely bureaucratic, notes repatriation requires cooperation.

Social protest activists: Police using intimidation

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 22:18:19 GMT

5 activists asked to come in for questioning; 'I'm a law abiding citizen, why do I have to tell them my plans?' Tamir Hgage tells 'Post.'

E. J'lem cars vandalized in suspected far-right attack

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:27:00 GMT

Vandals puncture tires of 7 cars in Palestinian refugee camp in east Jerusalem, spray-pain "Ulpana" on one.

Police investigate mystery bullet

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 19:33:13 GMT

Bullet injured 80-year-old in Nazareth Illit with police believing that most likely cause was shot fired in air from nearby.

TA police nab migrants for attacking girls

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 02:56:55 GMT

US-Israeli man tells 'Post' he confronted African migrant who tried to steal his cellphone at beach.

Jaffa man arrested for fatal stabbing of colleague

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 02:37:55 GMT

Police arrested a 25-year-old man from Jaffa on suspicion of stabbing a coworker to death at a Tel Aviv bakery.

UFO seen over Israel apparently Russian ICBM test

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 06:04:14 GMT

Hundreds of Israelis across country flood police lines with reports of a light in the sky, traveling in a spiral with a large trail behind it.

Father remanded for alleged murder of son

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 18:55:26 GMT

Attorney for Muhammad Sarsur, whose son was killed, says police removed knives from neighbors' home for analysis.

IAEA official warns against unilateral Iran strike

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 22:36:42 GMT

Tariq Rauf says threats, use of force would not guarantee success, could become driver for proliferation.

Uzi Arad: World at 'moment of truth' on Iran

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 15:44:40 GMT

Former NSC head tells 'Post' that Iranians want end to sanctions, world wants end to Iranian nuclear program.

Father of boy found dead in Kfar Kasim arrested

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 19:05:32 GMT

Body of 10-year-old Anas Sarsur was found last week near family home; police suspect boy murdered, father involved.

Kfar Kassem: 10-year-old boy found dead in woods

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:47:26 GMT

Two residents of the village east of TA find boy 20 meters from home with signs of violence on his body; police suspect murder.

Mother of 2 shot dead in street of Arab village

Tue, 29 May 2012 03:50:29 GMT

Nasrin Musrati, 26, found with multiple gunshot wounds; Police say she left Ramle 2 years ago due to domestic violence.

New super computer virus found to be attacking Iran

Tue, 29 May 2012 00:24:59 GMT

‘Flame’ spyware bears hallmarks of state-sponsored programmers, Israeli security experts tell ‘Post’.

New virus hints at state sponsored programmers

Mon, 28 May 2012 23:22:12 GMT

Israeli online security experts: 'Flame' espionage virus bears hallmarks of state-sponsored programmers.

'Internet pedophile' appears in court

Mon, 28 May 2012 18:03:50 GMT

Hi-tech executive, father of three, allegedly pretended to be young girl, entered chat rooms to obtain nude photos.

Search for missing US tourist goes nation-wide

Mon, 28 May 2012 15:28:01 GMT

Herman Kuehn, 80, arrived with a group of tourists to an ancient ruins site, and vanished without a trace.

Bet She'an: Police searching for missing US tourist

Sun, 27 May 2012 18:52:13 GMT

Herman Kahn, 80, arrived with a group of tourists to an ancient ruins site, since, has vanished without a trace.

Teen suspected of shooting friend dead in game

Sun, 27 May 2012 18:16:47 GMT

In unrelated incident, 12-year-old boy, hangs himself during game in the Arab village of Kfar Kana.

Tense calm returns to south Tel Aviv

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:15:43 GMT

Police presence is notably beefed up following spike in tensions between African migrants, residents in south Tel Aviv.

Jewish worshipers: W. Bank synagogue vandalized

Fri, 25 May 2012 13:14:46 GMT

Police dispatch unit to area to investigate reports of Nazi swastika symbols and Arabic writing scrawled on ancient synagogue.

South TA gang terrorized African migrants, police charge

Fri, 25 May 2012 02:05:01 GMT

12 youths in custody on suspicion of launching a series of assaults on African migrants.

Incitement in Tel Aviv ‘should disturb every Jew’

Fri, 25 May 2012 01:52:41 GMT

Former senior policeman Moshe Mizrahi warns against inciting hatred at anti-Immigrant Tel Aviv rally.

Beersheba man arrested for alleged beheading

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:43:50 GMT

A 30-year-old prison guard was detained after allegedly locking his 3 kids in a room and killing wife during domestic dispute.

Traffic Accidents: Investigating a tragedy

Thu, 24 May 2012 23:25:44 GMT

What can be learned from the catastrophic traffic accident that nearly wiped out a whole family?

PM, minister call for calm after wave of violence

Thu, 24 May 2012 20:54:09 GMT

NGOs dismiss claims by Eritrean Ambassador to Israel that migrants can return to their homeland safely.

Police: Jet ski instructor raped victims at Kinneret

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:54:46 GMT

The alleged offenses occurred approximately three years ago, but the alleged victims, now aged 20, came forward recently.

TA parking lot rape suspect named

Thu, 24 May 2012 03:50:40 GMT

Court lifts gag order on identity of 21-year-old Palestinian from the Nablus region suspected of Gan Ha'ir rape.

TA anti-African rally ends in rioting, assaults

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:49:15 GMT

Police arrest 17 in Tel Aviv after 1,000-strong rally in which MK Danon says "infiltrators are a national plague, must be deported."

Signs your car needs immediate attention

Wed, 23 May 2012 01:17:19 GMT

Some 500 Traffic Police examiners pull over cars across the road network to check them for safety standards.

'My girl isn't home, but animals who raped her are'

Tue, 22 May 2012 20:53:14 GMT

House arrest expires for boys suspected of group raping 11-year-old girl in her building; victim is in mental health clinic.

Police bust suspected organ trafficking ring

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:46:39 GMT

Lahav 443 investigation began after foreign police contacted Israeli counterparts to help take down the trafficking ring.

Netanya mobster among three arrested for arson attacks

Tue, 22 May 2012 04:52:46 GMT

Charlie Abutbul: “I’ve already retired. I don’t understand why they arrested me.”

Tiberias: Minivan crash kills 8 family members

Tue, 22 May 2012 03:04:09 GMT

Sole survivor, 7-year-old girl, said, "I tried to wake up mom and dad, but they won't wake up"; van's brakes failed.

Businessman 'sexually harassed 100s of kids' online

Mon, 21 May 2012 20:28:27 GMT

Suspected pedophile allegedly pretended to be a young girl, entered social chat rooms, talked girls into sending him naked pictures.

Third forest rape case suspect arrested

Mon, 21 May 2012 19:16:22 GMT

Police in North launch a new, unrelated rape investigation.

Bomb found in parking spot of Nahariya mayor

Mon, 21 May 2012 11:55:16 GMT

Police say Sebag has been threatened on several occasions in the past due to his position as mayor of the northern city.

Police arrest 2nd suspect for Ramat Yishai rapes

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:06:59 GMT

Both suspects in the weekend rape of two girls are from the nearby village of Manshaya Zabada.

Activist to be compensated over police beating

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:49:46 GMT

Victim was Neveh Dekalim resident picking up daughter from anti-disengagement rally; state to pay NIS 60,000.

2 young women raped amid rash of violent crimes

Sun, 20 May 2012 21:21:11 GMT

Police arrest 1 suspect in his 20s, searching for second; rape occurs near Ramat Yishai, northeast of Haifa.

Targeting alcohol and violence, police arrest 75 teens

Sun, 20 May 2012 14:24:29 GMT

"Alcohol and knives are an explosive mix," officer tells 'Post'; says Kiosk owners who sell alcohol to minors are "blinded" by money.

Man killed, another wounded in Rehovot drive-by

Sat, 19 May 2012 17:17:26 GMT

In Holon, moped driver allegedly tries to run over police officers who interrupted robbery; officers fired at the suspects, striking one.

Police chief to join Tel Aviv patrol

Fri, 18 May 2012 02:03:57 GMT

Danino brings forward summer deployment, orders increase in officers on the streets.

In the shadow of violent crime

Thu, 17 May 2012 21:34:08 GMT

Is the growing fear of violence justified or fueled by hysteria?

'Eritrean migrants rape girl, assault boyfriend'

Thu, 17 May 2012 14:45:19 GMT

Announcement of alleged crime comes on heels of another alleged sexual assault, rape of young woman by African migrants.

Aharonovitch: Forget stats, public feels unsafe

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:08:01 GMT

During tour of south Tel Aviv, Aharonvich says African migrants should be given "1000 shekels and plane ticket out."

'DNA links Palestinian to TA parking lot rape scene'

Wed, 16 May 2012 17:20:38 GMT

Police are set to hold a line-up to see if victims, 17 and 18, can identify the chief suspect.

1 dead in Taiba shootout between police, gunmen

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:03:06 GMT

Suspected members of the Abd Al-Khader crime family previously made threatening calls to officers after recent raid.

Holocaust survivor dies from hit-and-run injuries

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:20:22 GMT

Fania Feizelberg was struck three weeks ago while being pushed in wheelchair on Haifa sidewalk; suspect set to stand trial.

Police believe African migrants raped woman in TA

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:38:03 GMT

Patrol officers discover Eritrean, Sudanese nationals sexually assaulting 19 year old in south Tel Aviv parking lot.

Palestinian rape suspect denies sexual assault

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:06:45 GMT

Suspect tells court he stole couple's phones, denies having knife and committing rape; court extends remand by 9 days.

DNA leads police to rape suspect 6 years later

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:31:24 GMT

Case part of growing number of unsolved crimes that have recently seen breakthroughs due to DNA samples being taken from prisoners.

Vehicle strikes elderly couple in Ashkelon

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:48:56 GMT

Man and wife in their 70s seriously injured at pedestrian crossing in coastal city.

Israel, Palestinian prisoners ink deal to end strike

Tue, 15 May 2012 01:14:39 GMT

Agreement commits Palestinian prisoners to refrain from involvement in “activities against security” within prison walls.

Danino lauds Border Police for foiling terror

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:53:24 GMT

Police Insp.-Gen. Yohanan Danino presented 7 Border Police officers with awards for preventing W. Bank terror attacks.

Police arrest suspect in Tel Aviv armed rape

Mon, 14 May 2012 22:09:05 GMT

Palestinian arrested on street near parking lot where brutal rape occurred; 4 suspected accomplices also under arrest.

Israel, Palestinian ink deal to end hunger strike

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:00:56 GMT

Egypt-brokered deal brings an end to 28-day mass hunger strike by Palestinian security prisoners.

State witness found in Kiryat Malachi mayor case

Mon, 14 May 2012 04:27:39 GMT

Police succeed in getting a witness to sing a deal with the state; Malka's attorney bows out due to conflict of interest.

Man angered by noise launches sword attack

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:41:05 GMT

Police arrest attacker who stabbed construction site manager with a sword after becoming angry over noise.

Officials nearing agreement to end hunger strikes

Sun, 13 May 2012 23:02:14 GMT

Israelis confirm agreement in its last stages, may be signed in days; Fatah prisoners held by Hamas join hunger strike.

Police believe TA rape suspect is Arab

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:34:16 GMT

Senior law enforcement sources deny reports that suspect fled to West Bank.

Palestinian couple 'murdered, robbed' elderly woman

Sun, 13 May 2012 13:16:27 GMT

Tel Aviv district police crack 2010 Jaffa murder through DNA evidence; main suspects confess during questioning.

Resident stabs worker with sword over noise

Sun, 13 May 2012 11:42:58 GMT

Manager, 30, was lightly injured, rushed to Beilinson Medical Center in Petah Tikva by paramedics.

Market vendor stabbed to death in Netanya

Sat, 12 May 2012 12:24:55 GMT

Police say murder the result of a financial dispute; passerby apprehends the suspect, who is arrested along with his brother.

Police searching for TA knife-wielding rapist

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:57:20 GMT

Unidentified man "forced couple into sexual acts, then raped woman" in Tel Aviv parking lot, police say.

Kiryat Malachi mayor denies rape suspicions

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:18:47 GMT

Mayor says sexual relations were held "consensually," expresses confidence that "truth will come to light."

Kiryat Malachi mayor suspected of rape

Wed, 09 May 2012 20:16:28 GMT

Mayor's son, 5 city officials under arrest in major investigation based on suspicions of sex crimes, large scale corruption.

Police suspend officer in Beersheba murder case

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:24:52 GMT

Investigation leads to suspending Officer after revealing she failed to arrive at scene despite having said she had.

Police: Assassin killed Chevra Kadisha director

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:22:55 GMT

Gun found in mikve leads police to Yitzhak Hazan who they say was paid NIS 50,000 to kill Benny Hesse last year.

Kiryat Malachi officials suspected of sex crimes

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:11:31 GMT

Suspects allegedly raped a female colleague in the municipality, also suspected of extortion, bribery, fraud.

Interpol holds int'l conference in TA

Tue, 08 May 2012 16:59:54 GMT

Police commissioner tells Interpol European Conference he hopes French authorities arrest men accused of running over, killing Zeitouni.

PM pledges to increase police officer numbers

Tue, 08 May 2012 03:24:49 GMT

Police believe addition of 900 officers could lower crime rates by 10%, which would save country up to NIS 3.4 billion a year.

Beersheba stabbing suspect denies was at scene

Mon, 07 May 2012 18:44:18 GMT

The court extended Ohion's custody by eight days. Ohion is the primary suspect in the Gadi Vichman case, stabbed for asking for quiet.

Despite rash of killings, murder rate is down

Mon, 07 May 2012 04:32:19 GMT

Police recorded 50 homicides between January and May 2011, compared to 37 murders thus far in 2012.

Police arrest 8 over murder of Beersheba father

Sun, 06 May 2012 19:16:50 GMT

7 males, 1 female suspected of involvement in murder of father who asked a gang of youths to keep the noise down; Aharonovitch says police chief will investigate handling of calls prior to murder, but police sources tell 'Post' they are unaware of any large scale internal inquiry.

Rehovot teen stabbed to death near home

Sun, 06 May 2012 15:37:50 GMT

"Youths with knives can pounce on you for looking at them," friend of murder victim tells "Post."

Man asks for quiet from youths, is fatally stabbed

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:56:43 GMT

Four people murdered in unrelated incidents over violent weekend; man seriously injured in Rishon shooting.

Cop found guilty of assault, conspiracy in beating

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:45:54 GMT

Court convict police officer for his part in a horrifying saga of physical abuse and subsequent gang rape of American immigrant teen.

‘Iran may accelerate nuke program if Israel attacks'

Wed, 02 May 2012 05:20:22 GMT

Former IDF Intel head Gazit tells 'Post' he agrees with Diskin, attack wouldn't destroy Iran's program, could accelerate it.

Obama targets evaders of Iran, Syria sanctions

Tue, 01 May 2012 20:28:39 GMT

US President signs executive order giving Treasury department more power against individuals and groups evading sanctions.

Iranian scientists may attend N. Korea nuclear test

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:42:08 GMT

Dozen Iranian officials likely involved technically in recent missile test; tensions between North, South Korea soar.

IDF builds barrier to protect Metula from Hezbollah

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:42:54 GMT

Wall being built in area surrounding Metula; IDF: We are working to reduce tensions, improve security situation.

Analysis: Why did Diskin speak out now?

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:43:35 GMT

As the rumblings of general elections grow louder, some say Diskin was preparing his own entrance to the political arena.

Dagan supports Diskin’s Iran comments

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:33:19 GMT

Expert questions former Mossad chief’s assertion that strike would ‘speed up’ Iranian nuclear program.

PA: Ignoring hunger strike a humanitarian disaster

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:15:00 GMT

Palestinian minister says if strike leads to prisoners' harm it would be a “curse in the face of international justice.”

Navy takes suspicious Hamas vessel to Ashdod port

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:47:09 GMT

IDF Spokesperson's Unit said Palestinian fishing boat had swerved from Gazan territorial waters.

Former Shin Bet chief slams ‘messianic’ PM, Barak

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:26:29 GMT

Diskin says leaders lying about effectiveness of strike on Iran; sources close to defense minister decry criticism as political

'Diskin angry he wasn't named Mossad chief'

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:24:45 GMT

Sources close to PM and Barak accuse Diskin of being "politically motivated" and "frustrated," after he slammed the 2.

9 far-right activists arrested for entering IDF base

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:47:58 GMT

Youths break into West Bank base at Beit El to protest plans by IDF to evacuate outposts, none injured.

Elderly couple found dead in their apartment

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:03:11 GMT

Couple's son discovered bodies of his parents, who were both in their 80s, police discover handgun in his hands.

Arab crime family sends police death threats

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:17:02 GMT

Station chief and other officers who receive threats were involved in operation to arrest Taibe Arab crime family.

Palestinian stabs taxi driver in Kfar Saba

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:49:17 GMT

Driver is in moderate condition; police detain a suspect with the help of other taxi drivers.

Israel ‘punishes’ Palestinian hunger strikers

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:02:28 GMT

Group claims prisoners' belongings all confiscated except towels, shoes; measures taken in response to hunger strike.

3 high-school pupils under arrest for raping youth

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:54:08 GMT

Police say suspects, two of whom are minors, raped, sexually abused 13-year-old boy; suspects deny connection to incident.

Palestinians fire two rockets into southern Israel

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:25:41 GMT

One projectile slams into field in Ashkelon Regional Council, and a second lands in Sha'ar Hanegev Regional Council; no injuries.

State may free felons to find Majdi Halabi's body

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:30:08 GMT

Sources say state to cut deal pardoning 2 felons to find IDF Druse soldier's body; deal held up by 3rd prisoner seeking money.

State may free felons to find Majdi Halabi's body

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:39:47 GMT

Sources say state to cut deal pardoning 2 felons to find IDF Druse soldier's body; deal held up by 3rd prisoner seeking money.

PM will cancel soccer season if violence continues

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:41:25 GMT

Netanyahu demands that the sport be returned to the Israelis; police, sports minister draw up plan to save game.

Man held for hit and run of Holocaust survivor

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:11:02 GMT

Doctors are battling to stabilize the condition of the 82-year-old, while her daughter is said to be in moderate condition.

Security forces avert major terror attack in W. Bank

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:59:32 GMT

Traffic police, Border Guard identify 2 suspicious 17-year-olds near Tapuah Junction; discover knives, gun, powerful explosives which may have been intended for terrorist attack at crowded hitchhikers post.

Man under arrest for killing his mother

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:24:04 GMT

Suspect in Rishon Lezion murder, a Russian native, has denied the suspicions during police questioning.

IDF, memorial monuments defaced in Jordan Valley

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:55:27 GMT

Mother of terror victim discovers anti-Israel graffiti on daughter’s memorial.

Haredi man stabbed in e. J'lem, police nab 2 Arabs

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:30:15 GMT

Victim attacked at gas station in Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood, in moderate condition; police investigating if attack nationalistic.

Security Matters: Believing in willpower

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:35:27 GMT

The ‘Post’ goes on patrol in Hebron with Lt.-Col. Shahar Spada, deputy-commander of the IDF’s Judea Division.

2 women struck down during Holocaust siren

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:14:45 GMT

Women hit by cars as they pull over to observe two-minute Holocaust siren; teacher collapses during school ceremony.

IDF, memorial monuments defaced in Jordan Valley

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:38:28 GMT

"The fallen were killed for treason," activists spray on war memorial, in attack local council head calls "terrorism."

Three dead, nine hurt in Negev collision

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 01:53:30 GMT

Police suspect collision involving seven vehicles began when driver slowed down due to poor visibility caused by sand storm.

Palestinian prisoners enter Day 2 of hunger strike

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 01:44:06 GMT

Prison authorities stop serving the convicted terrorists food, a source from the agency confirms; prisoners drinking water.

Police detain 3 over TA 'group sex' investigation

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:35:53 GMT

'Why didn't more members of the public call us'? police source wonders, following beach group sex investigation.

Police arrest Thai man for ‘terrorizing’ laborers

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 02:37:26 GMT

Man charged with assault for crims in Menuha village; police also make arrests in Arab village after brawl.

Palestinian prisoners begin hunger strike

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:17:01 GMT

2,300 Hamas, Islamic Jihad, PFLP, DFLP, prisoners return meals, demand end to Israel's administrative detention.

Preparations for 'flytilla' prevent airport chaos

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:58:55 GMT

Reporter's Notebook: Security services maintain order despite protest, media jungle on one of busiest flying days.

Israel pleased 'flytilla' fails to disrupt airport

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 18:53:43 GMT

Most activists held at points of departure; PM thanks Aharonovitch, police commanders for avoiding violence.

'Flytilla' organizer hails 'success' as two enter Israel

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:39:50 GMT

Organizer says event proves Israel not a democracy; 12 activists returned to ports of origin, 31 others held in custody until return flight; minister says airport functioning normally.

Police detain 'flytilla' activists; hundreds more expected

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:07:57 GMT

12 activists from Portugal, Canada, Switzerland, France being returned to ports of origin; 31 others being held in custody until return flight; pro-Israel, pro-Palestinian activists scuffle at Ben-Gurion Airport.

Live Twitter coverage of 'flytilla' protest

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:36:24 GMT

Reporting includes tweets and pictures as Pro-Palestinian activists land at Ben Gurion airport to protest Israeli policies.

Israel to 'thank' fly-in activists in mocking letter

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:40:52 GMT

Israel plans to present activists with letter questioning choice to hold protest against Israel rather than Syria, Iran or Hamas.

'Some flytilla activists intent on causing disturbance'

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:29:22 GMT

Public Security Minister Aharonovitch says Israel asked European countries to prevent blacklisted activists from boarding flights ahead of 'flytilla' protest.

Haredi website 'extortion' investigation widens

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:42:39 GMT

More people have come forward with testimonies about Hadrei Haradim news site's alleged threats to publish compromising information.

Police to await 'flytilla' activists at airport

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:46:25 GMT

Police, intelligence officials met Wednesday morning in preparation for pro-Palestinian activist event.

Cannabis activists challenge ban on 'smoking rally'

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:55:26 GMT

Israel Police say Marijuana Day rally where people publicly smoke cannabis will nor be tolerated in Tel Aviv.

New witnesses come forward in Moti Elon trial

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:43:38 GMT

Prosecutors say 4 young men who studied under rabbi accused of sexual offenses have agreed to come forward.

Police gearing up for another ‘flytilla’

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 01:09:56 GMT

Aharonovitch tells Channel 1 news that Israel hopes to succeed in preventing pro-Palestinian activists from boarding planes in their home countries.

'Suspects stole donations for Holocaust survivors'

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 20:32:19 GMT

Charity received funds from Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany, "sold food for profit," police suspect.

Egypt launches operation to gain control of Sinai

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:49:06 GMT

Israeli official: Deployment coordinated with us; move follows Katyusha fire at Eilat; IAF strikes rocket launching cell in Gaza.

Law and Order: A central commander

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:19:59 GMT

Police Central District chief Bentsi Sao talks about long nights away from home, battling organized crime and building bridges with the Arab community.

Israel vows tough response to Sinai rocket fire

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:51:11 GMT

IDF chief Gantz warns "Israel's long arm can reach anyone who tries to harm Israeli citizens and the Jewish people."

Ex-minister's son 'admitted drinking before crash'

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:59:21 GMT

Hirschson was driving a motorcycle with his girlfriend when he crashed, critically injuring her; released to house arrest.

Grad rocket slams into Eilat; none injured

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 03:11:58 GMT

Police discover shell of one Grad rocket, search for second; some citizens suffer shock; attack likely originated in Sinai.

Police program aims to help teens leave crime

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 02:46:24 GMT

New program to include workshops, trips, leadership courses, lectures on how to stay clear of violence and crime.

Israel to host its first Interpol conference

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 06:08:49 GMT

Danino: “We are proud to host the leaders of the fight against crime and terrorism.”

Remand of man whose business went up in flames extended

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:48:15 GMT

Suspect suspected of keeping a large number of gas canisters in his premises, beyond what is permitted by safety regulations.

TAU students: End 'administrative detention'

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:00:06 GMT

Israel: Report of 34 Palestinian hunger strikers is untrue.

Barghouti solitary 'unrelated to content of letter'

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:34:01 GMT

IPS says the Fatah arch-terrorist is being punished for the sending of an unauthorized letter, not its content.

Massive fire rips through Ra'anana warehouse

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:55:05 GMT

Paramedics treat 7 for smoke inhalation, including 2 policemen; Police detain 3 workers on suspicion of negligence.

Hit-and-run driver caught behind the wheel again

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:17:36 GMT

Haifa man who was banned from driving for life after killing a pedestrian in a 1999 truck accident caught driving.

Security Matters: Turning a corner?

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:55:56 GMT

France's barring of the Muslim Brotherhood spiritual leader shows that Paris no longer views group as moderate.

Ex-Mossad official: Only force works against terror

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 01:54:37 GMT

Former senior Mossad official says 2002's Defensive Shield operation shows force is best way to stop terror.

Pentagon to request more funds for Iron Dome

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:06:10 GMT

Request comes after 80 percent success rate of Iron Dome in last violent flare-up with terrorists in Gaza.

Egypt forces kill Israeli-Arab near border

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 19:43:42 GMT

Two smugglers caught attempting to cross Israel-Egypt border; Egypt forces shoot dead both, one in IDF fatigues.

6 family members killed in fire buried in Rehovot

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 18:36:30 GMT

Investigators believe electric charger plugged into socket sparked tragic blaze.

'Next escalation in Gaza will be more violent'

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:15:26 GMT

Aharonovitch says the solution to Hamas rocket fire is "to be more aggressive," addresses plans for "aerial flotilla."

Police: Electrical fault caused Rehovot fire

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:57:42 GMT

Emergency services say victims were 5 children, 1 man trapped in home; police suspect electrical charger caused the blaze.

US firm finds new 'Stuxnet-related' worm

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 02:06:41 GMT

Researchers at Symantec say they possess part of the worm which causes it to load on a computer after it restarts.

We’ll protect Israel ‘through fire and iron,’ says officer

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 01:38:41 GMT

Paratroopers commander discusses recent changes in Arab world, describing them as “historic,” and as having “strategic significance.”

6 die in Rehovot fire, 5 of them children

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:09:40 GMT

Emergency services say victims were 5 children, 1 man trapped in home; police launch investigation into cause of the blaze.

'Toulouse gunman visited Israel in 2010'

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:15:10 GMT

Defense sources confirm that French shooter Mohamed Merah, responsible for killing 7 people in France, entered Israel through the Allenby bridge.

IDF deploys Iron Dome battery in central Israel

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:22:38 GMT

The exercise is an indication of military preparations for additional fighting with Gazan terror organizations.

Officials: Israel ready for ‘Global March to J'lem’

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 03:31:21 GMT

Processions planned on Israel's borders to mark 36th anniversary of Land Day; Iran pressuring its Jews to take part.

Treasury wins access to Defense's wage data

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:32:49 GMT

PMO acceded to Treasury’s request to get original figures, not just figures that have already been processed.

Police in Center preparing for Gaza rockets

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 21:46:23 GMT

Central District chief tells 'Post' police working with IDF Home Front Command rocket fire with increased range.

'Iran plotted terror attack on Israeli ship in Suez'

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 19:09:27 GMT

'Al Ahram' reports Iranian agents offered 2 Egyptian men 50m. Egyptian pounds to carry out attack on Israeli vessel.

'IAF, intelligence succeeded against Gaza terror'

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:16:50 GMT

Southern Command satisfied with surgical strikes on rocket-launching crews, low number of Palestinian civilian casualties.

Egypt struggles for spy satellite program progress

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:56:22 GMT

Country has struggled to make progress in gaining intelligence satellite capabilities.

The lone wolf killer: Merah fits new al-Qaida mold

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 01:20:19 GMT

Analysis: Online jihadis tell followers to act alone, pick targets near their homes. keep plots to themselves.

Barak: Israel will decide its own fate over Iran

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 19:10:01 GMT

In Germany to sign deal for 6th submarine, defense minister says Israel values allies' opinions but will ultimately decide for itself.

Hamas man 'plotted bombing, soldier kidnapping'

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:26:54 GMT

State Attorney's Office says resident of Gaza caught trying to enter Israel had planned attacks in Eilat area.

Israel purchases sixth submarine from Germany

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 15:10:26 GMT

Barak signs contract during ceremony in Germany: "This submarine will act as a force multiplier for the IDF."

Iran, Syria at forefront of Gantz talks in US

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:21:57 GMT

IDF Chief of Staff meets with US counterpart in Washington; "regular, candid dialogue is critical as we face common threats, challenges," says Dempsey.

Police bust crime-ring in Ashdod

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:31:46 GMT

Linkage between organized crime, local gov't is "worrying and dangerous," southern police chief says.

Gunman nabs NIS 2,000 in bank robbery

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 03:37:39 GMT

Police in the North launch search for gunman who escaped on foot; incidents end without injuries.

Nursing home fire in Bnei Brak injures 17

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 02:38:09 GMT

Staff members arrested on suspicion of forging fire permits; Fire and Rescue Services: No staff members were on premises.

'ID numbers need better anti-hacker protection'

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 20:15:31 GMT

Gov't body issues new instructions saying private internet sites should not ask for ID numbers without good reason.

Four rockets fired from Gaza into southern Israel

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:42:41 GMT

Rockets land in open areas in Ashdod area, Ashkelon Coast, Eshkol areas; Iron Dome intercepts fourth rocket.

Rocket explodes near school in Netivot

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:48:28 GMT

In show of no-confidence, some communities close schools.

IDF thwarts attempt to infiltrate Israel from Egypt

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:15:28 GMT

1 killed in exchange of fire after suspected smugglers seen trying to enter Israel; IDF, Egyptian forces open fire on group.

Police suspect 2 Arab Israelis shot dead Ramle man

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 18:03:18 GMT

Homicide detectives have not ruled out that shooting of George Sa'ado was nationalistically motivated.

DNA leads police to arrest rape suspect 7 yrs after attack

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 03:41:58 GMT

Evidence taken from the scene of a home burglary in Rehovot helps lead to breakthrough in unsolved crime.

Two Grad rockets fired toward Beersheba; Iron Dome gets one

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:04:03 GMT

Launch is the most serious breach of an informal cease-fire reached after a violent weekend during which over 200 rockets were fired from Gaza into southern Israel; second rocket reportedly explodes in an empty field.

Police bust ring helping people bypass exit-bans

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:46:25 GMT

Police arrest former Shin Bet employee, ex-cop for accepting bribes in exchange for smuggling people illegally out of Israel.

Katsav refuses to submit DNA sample to national database

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:45:53 GMT

The Prison Service is gathering samples from all prisoners to help solve future, past crimes.

Despite cease-fire: IAF hits Gaza after rocket in Netivot

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:15:55 GMT

Palestinian terrorists fire Grad rocket at South despite informal cease-fire; 1 lightly injured, 11 suffer shock; IAF retaliates on 2 targets in Strip; Gantz: Attacks like in Netivot will draw IDF responses.

'Israel could have hit Gaza terrorists harder'

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:19:02 GMT

Public Security Minister Aharonovitch says Israel could have struck infrastructure in Gaza, killed terrorist leaders.

Grad rocket fired from Gaza lands in parking lot in Netivot

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:40:27 GMT

Despite "informal cease-fire," rocket falls in heart of southern town lightly injuring man, causing 11 to suffer shock; attack comes after Homefront Command announces schools to reopen in South after 3-day closure.

'Israel could have hit Gaza terrorists harder'

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:03:51 GMT

Public Security Minister Aharonovitch says Israel could have struck infrastructure in Gaza, killed terrorist leaders.

7 projectiles fired after 'cease-fire' came into effect

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:33:29 GMT

Palestinians fire 5 mortar shells into Eshkol region, 2 rockets at Ashkelon, Eshkol areas; no injuries or damages; Vilna'i: Direction is toward calm; Palestinian media reports 3 injured in Gaza by IDF at funeral.

Over 40 more rockets strike South

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:43:08 GMT

Terrorists continue bombardment of southern Israel, causing damages; Beersheba, Ashdod, Ashkelon targeted by powerful Grad rockets.

‘Fortunately, God loves us,’ says Ashdod man

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:34:57 GMT

Ashdod resident tells 'Post' about narrow escape from rocket that slammed into sidewalk near his salon.

Grad rockets slam into Ashdod, Gedera

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:44:18 GMT

Terrorists launch 31 rockets into Israel, causing damages, lightly injuring 2 in Ashdod; Palestinians: 5 killed by IAF.

Gaza rocket salvos target Beersheba, Ashdod

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:45:12 GMT

Terrorists in the Strip target cities in South; 24 rockets fired on 4th day of hostilities, Iron Dome intercepts 7.

Man killed while walking dog in Ramle

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:58:08 GMT

Six Arab-Israeli youths are arrested in connection of the shooting death of a 51-year-old Jewish resident of the city.

Rocket attacks from Gaza continue into 3rd night

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:46:23 GMT

Over 160 rockets and mortar shells fall on Israel in 3 day period; additional rocket slams into residential neighborhood in Beersheba, damaging 15 homes; schools canceled for second day.

Far-right MK defies police and enters Nazareth

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 20:06:43 GMT

National Union MK Ben-Ari takes advantage of parliamentary immunity and enters city to protest Balad, MK Zoabi.

IAF strike on rocket squad brings Gaza death toll to 16

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 07:40:00 GMT

Over 100 rockets and mortar shells fall on Israel since Friday; school canceled in all towns between 7-40 km from Gaza Strip; Barak expects several days of violence.

Palestinians fire 100 rockets at southern Israel

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:09:26 GMT

8 injured, including 1 critically from rocket shrapnel on Friday night in rural region; Safety instructions in place for residents living within 40 km of Gaza.

Iron Dome ups its interception rate to over 90%

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:28:07 GMT

Batteries in Ashdod, Ashkelon, Beersheba intercept a total of 27 rockets, increasing efficiency rate from 75% last year.

'Iron Dome intercepted over 90% of targets'

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 13:47:03 GMT

Home Front Command colonel says 25 of 27 rockets headed for southern cities intercepted by system.

Palestinians fire 92 rockets at southern Israel

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 09:44:03 GMT

Escalation in South: 8 Israelis hurt, 1 seriously as terrorists continue attacks after IAF strike kills PRC chief; Iron Dome intercepts 25 rockets; Palestinians: 14 killed, 20 injured in Gaza.

Iron Dome intercepts 5 rockets as barrage continues

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 06:58:17 GMT

Escalation in South: Rocket lands in Beersheba, causes damage to building; 8 hurt, 1 seriously, by Palestinian rockets fired from Gaza as over 50 rockets land in South after IAF Gaza strike kills PRC chief.

IDF strikes Gaza targets following rocket barrage

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 01:31:23 GMT

Hamas: 8 terrorists killed in latest IAF attack after PRC chief hit; IDF says IAF planes record direct hits on terror targets.

Escalation in South: 8 hurt, 1 seriously, by Gaza rockets

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:56:45 GMT

One man seriously injured in the Eshkol Regional Council, airlifted to hospital; Palestinians fire over 40 rockets into South from Gaza; barrage of rockets follows IAF strike on Gaza that kills PRC chief Qaisi.

Engineer arrested for approving faulty safe zones

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 12:13:12 GMT

Police say bomb shelters in Ashkelon - designed to protect residents from rocket attacks - were substandard.

Law & Order: A last, but necessary recourse

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 22:12:09 GMT

Former IDF advocate-general Mandelblit discusses controversial issue of administrative detention with the ‘Post.’

Police chief vows crackdown on soccer hooligans

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:16:18 GMT

More than 20 people arrested for hurling objects at opposing players at derby between Hapoel Tel Aviv and Maccabi Tel Aviv.

GII: 3.7 quake centered in Kinneret, Hula areas

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 04:45:50 GMT

Tremor felt by residents of Metulla, Kiryat Shmona and Tiberias; police say no immediate reports of damage or injuries.

Indian journalist arrested over Israel embassy attack

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:28:46 GMT

Arrest "fits Iranian terror pattern," says expert.

Barak hails new army technology, lays cornerstone

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 02:33:23 GMT

At cornerstone-laying for base in South, defense minister says Ashkenazi not under attack, but IDF values are.

IMI one of six firms blacklisted by India

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:36:38 GMT

Indian Defense Ministry says it has incriminating evidence the six companies used improper methods to win contracts.

I may have made mistakes, Ashkenazi admits

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 02:17:13 GMT

Former IDF chief says he, his family were victims of "attack campaign."

IDF arrests 2 Palestinians, critically injures third

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 22:45:45 GMT

Army arrests 2 Palestinians with knives near Elon Moreh, critically injures one near Ramallah.

Former German official: Iran tested bomb in N. Korea

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:51:02 GMT

Israeli expert does not discount report that Iran was involved in North Korean atomic detonations.

Police forces find missing soldier, healthy

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 23:45:48 GMT

Hundreds of IDF troops, police and civilian volunteers had searched all day for the 19 year old missing since the morning.

Ashkenazi, Barak trade fire over Harpaz report

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:50:15 GMT

Defense minister says he's satisfied by the report, a sentiment Ashkenazi calls "premature and very exaggerated."

Security forces search for missing soldier

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:20:33 GMT

IDF sources believe personal circumstances, not kidnapping behind disappearance.

First test of Arrow 3 missile defense 'due soon'

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:09:36 GMT

Israel Aerospace Industries says system set for groundbreaking test; Arrow 3 designed to intercept Iranian missiles.

Indian army chief to visit despite cancellation

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:34:38 GMT

Defense officials believe Gen. VK Singh will visit at future date after scheduled arrival canceled in wake of Iran tension.

Iran fumes over flourishing Israel-Azerbaijan ties

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:19:10 GMT

There is no military alliance between the two countries but there are naturally shared interests, former minister Sneh tells ‘Post.’

WikiLeaks: Russia gave Israel Iranian codes

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:50:47 GMT

Latest round of leaks suggest Russia gave Israel codes to access Iran’s Tor- M1 air-defense systems.

IDF arrests 3 Palestinians after Gilad Farm arson

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:10:07 GMT

Suspects allegedly set home in West Bank outpost on fire prompting settlers, Palestinians to throw rocks at one another.

IDF engages infiltrators on Egypt border, kills 1

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:39:00 GMT

Unclear if infiltrators at same site where large explosive device was recently found were terrorists or smugglers.

WikiLeaks publishes emails from US civilian intel firm

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:44:26 GMT

"Israeli forces, Kurds already destroyed Iranian nuclear infrastructure," group quotes "Israeli agent" as saying.

IDF discovers 2nd bomb on Egypt-Israeli border

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 16:40:06 GMT

IDF finds explosive device the same week it foiled second attempt to smuggle bomb; sappers detonate bomb from a distance.

Six months after terror attack, Route 12 reopens

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 01:09:22 GMT

IDF says security improvements made along the route in the aftermath of August terror attack enabled the road's opening.

'Assault on Haifa soldiers like Ramallah lynching'

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:41:23 GMT

Police say the attack seems to have been nationalistically motivated.

Haifa: 4 suspects arrested for 'assault of soldiers'

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:10:28 GMT

Suspects approached 2 soldiers near Rambam hospital, asked if they were Jews, and attacked them with clubs and rocks.

Law & Order: The growing threat of guns

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:06:43 GMT

Firearms offenses are on the rise, and shootings are occurring in civilian areas. Is the public at risk?

Security forces discover explosive on Egypt border

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:00:53 GMT

Smuggler along the Egyptian border drops bag with powerful explosives after being identified by joint anti-smuggling forces.

New Iran-linked terror plot uncovered in Azerbaijan

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:42:11 GMT

Azerbaijani Ministry of National Security announces it had foiled another plot to attack the Israeli Embassy and a Jewish cultural center.

'Azerbaijan arrests Iran-linked terror suspects'

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:28:11 GMT

Suspects have links to Iran, Hezbollah and were plotting to attack foreigners, AFP reports.

Nine suspects arrested for producing fake alcohol

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:40:21 GMT

Police suspect Nahariya, Haifa residents of mixing chemical substances, additives and selling substances as vodka and whiskey.

Is administrative detention needed to fight terror?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:02:35 GMT

Commentary: The Adnan case won't be the last time prisoners are held for a set period without charge or trial.

Two men shot dead in apparent gangland slaying

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:14:12 GMT

Police launch search for perpetrators of double homicide in Rishon Lezion.

Peres's visit to Nazareth draws mixed response

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:54:38 GMT

Institute of higher learning to be built in Arab city; 60 activists protest visit.

2 arrested outside Peres event in Nazareth

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:52:44 GMT

60 Israeli Arabs protest outside cultural center where president is visiting; 2 Balad members arrested for attacking police.

Rehovot police grasping for leads in double shooting

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:27:59 GMT

2 men were standing under a building when they were shot in Kiryat Moshe, an area struggling with social deprivation and youth violence.

Netanyahu promises to find funds for Ammunition Hill

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 04:19:55 GMT

PM vows to prevent closure of J’lem museum and memorial.

Police arrest 18 Muslims in Temple Mount unrest

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:16:54 GMT

Arabs say Jews were seeking to destroy area holy sites; stone throwing reported elsewhere in Old City.

Police arrest 13 Palestinians near Temple Mount

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:39:02 GMT

Palestinians throw stones at police, tourists in J'lem's Old City; Palestinians say religious Jews tried to storm Aksa Mosque.

Police hunting for hit-and-run driver

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:30:06 GMT

Police suspect that 82-year-old Netanya man Honig Vasil killed after trying to stop car thief.

Funerals are held for victims of bus accident

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21:38:30 GMT

Teacher and several children killed near Jerusalem late last week are laid to rest; police investigation continues.

Gazans fire rockets at South under storm’s cover

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:36:04 GMT

Two other rockets from Gaza hit the South, explode in open fields; no injuries or damages reported in the attacks.

Eight killed, 36 injured in school bus accident

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:57:59 GMT

Most of dead are children; truck, Palestinian bus collide at Kikar Adam; wet road conditions believed to be cause.

Ex-cop who shot car thief dead will get early release

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 04:24:22 GMT

Parole board's decision means Mizrahi will be set free 10 months earlier than sentence.

IDF strikes targets in Gaza after rocket attacks

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:11:35 GMT

IAF locates targets in north, central Gaza Strip; IDF identifies direct hits, holds Hamas responsible for rocket attacks.

Southern regions hit by Gaza rockets; none hurt

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:15:51 GMT

Local council head tells 'Post': "We can't accept this drizzle of rockets"; Palestinians report IAF strike.

'Israeli contacted Arab hacker, used credit cards'

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:49:19 GMT

Police: Teen used credit card numbers published on the web by hacker OxOmar to buy goods.

Aharonovitch: Youths commit 7% of all crimes

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 23:27:15 GMT

Public Security Minister says 24,400 criminal cases involving youths were opened by police in 2011, a 12% drop from 2010.

Arrests made in soldier’s hit-and-run death

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:06:58 GMT

Police say several other vehicles being investigated for involvement in incident near Yokne'am.

Amid terror threat, police raise level of alert

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:14:45 GMT

Aharonovitch increases security near embassies, sites linked to foreign interests, gov't institutions after terror attacks abroad.

Female soldier run over by 4 vehicles

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:41:03 GMT

Driver comes forward to tell police she 'may have hit something'; police do not think she was first to strike soldier.

Palestinian rocket damages civilian homes

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 11:35:51 GMT

No injuries reported in southern Israeli farming region attack; rocket comes after reports that IDF wounded Gaza terrorist.

Police fear deadly serial-bank robber on the loose

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:10:16 GMT

Robber operating across the center of the country; Police believe he is a highly-dangerous individual.

Gunman nabs cattle truck in Wild West-style robbery

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:39:28 GMT

Masked man takes over two-story semi-trailor carrying calves from southern Israel to Golan Heights ranch.

'Baby abuse case dad freed to house arrest'

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:48:01 GMT

Police decide not to request remand extension for father accused of shaking babies; Danino: Let investigation run its course.

Israeli hackers take down Hamas website

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:07:28 GMT

"IDF Team" take responsibility for attack, warns that the website that hosted the Hamas site will be next target.

Police: Only 10% of bank robberies end in charges

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:26:36 GMT

Figures emerge during a special Knesset meeting; police seek doubling indictments to 20%.

Firefighters sever ties with Fire and Rescue Services

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:55:20 GMT

The move comes after Public Security Minister submits plans to reform the way firefighters work and are organized.

12 arrested for damaging forest with illegal quarrying

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:46:55 GMT

Residents of Turan in the Lower Galilee suspected of systematically quarrying and selling rocks illegally, damaging forests.

Security forces arrest Palestinian in stabbing

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:20:50 GMT

Palestinian resident of the West Bank arrested on suspicion of stabbing an Israeli security guard at the entrance to Ma’ale Adumim.

Police investigating new W. Bank ‘price tag’ attack

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 02:51:47 GMT

"Death to Arabs," names of outposts are found in Al-Jeniya near Ramallah; taxi cab's tires are slashed.

Police have ‘smoking gun’ against twins’ parents

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:50:53 GMT

Court extends remands of parents accused of abusing 4-month-old twins; police claim to have new evidence against them.

Police re-arrest mother in twin babies’ abuse probe

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:23:56 GMT

Woman, who denies any wrong doing, failed a lie detector test last week, while she was under house arrest.

New traffic enforcement cameras switched on

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:29:57 GMT

Dozens of cameras situated at accident-prone roads, junctions; some believe cameras aimed at lining gov't coffers with cash from fines.

Father in abused twins case released from reserve duty

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:50:54 GMT

Baby boy's father was released also reportedly has a history of drug use.

Panel convenes to discuss spate of armed robberies

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:39:02 GMT

Most recent incident saw gunman enter Mizrahi bank in Ness Ziona, fire two shots into ceiling, take off with NIS 200,000 in cash.

'Track down planners of cyber attacks at source'

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:47:59 GMT

Leading internet security authority warns that Israel's defensive cyber measures are insufficient answer to threat.

Postmortem on baby finds fractured skull

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:07:29 GMT

Police say injuries were fresh, and could not have been caused by genetic problems, a viral infection, or a vaccination, as claimed by the parents.

Rocket salvo hits Negev, breaking relative calm

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:16:10 GMT

Regional council heads warn that parts of South out of Iron Dome’s protective range, lack bomb-proof structures.

Settlers: Evacuations traumatize children

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:10:21 GMT

Human rights organization calls on authorities to coordinate outpost evacuation to avoid causing children trauma.

Twin’s postmortem to be kept secret

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:22:04 GMT

Detectives from Dan police sub-district suspect baby was injured as a result of being shaken by father.

'Property dispute behind Jaffa Christian murder'

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:45:16 GMT

Police say that ownership of NIS 10m. building behind stabbing of Christian leader Cadis by attacker dressed as Santa.

Firefighters rescue toddler from Ashdod apartment

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:47:21 GMT

Police investigating Eritrean migrant couple for allegedly leaving baby alone; 4 year-old lightly injured from smoke inhalation.

Benizri to get early release

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:52:36 GMT

Former cabinet minister will go free after serving two-thirds of his sentence, Prisons Service parole board decides.

'Israel’s firefighting resources dwarfed by West'

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:22:35 GMT

Fire and Rescue commissioner: More funds needed to bring the service up to standard with Western countries.

'Israel among top 3 in cyber attack defense'

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:14:35 GMT

Brussels-based think tank study finds Israeli websites attacked 1,000 times a minute on the Internet.

Civilian shot dead attempting to stop armed robber

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:42:07 GMT

Police launch wide-scale search for suspect in armed robbery of Nazareth Illit Israel Post office bank.

Rehovot hit-and-run driver gets 7 years in prison

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:38:14 GMT

Sagi Gamliel drove home, went to sleep after killing Kiryat Gat man; Victim’s niece says she's saddened by the punishment.

Brain dead baby loses fight for life

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:54:01 GMT

Ahead of postmortem, police say it is too soon to discuss possible charges against babies' parents.

Israeli hacker team brings down Iranian websites

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:08:52 GMT

English-language Iranian media outlet Press TV, Iranian Ministry of Health and Medical Education are hacked and taken offline.

10 injured as rioting prisoners set fire in cell

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:13:26 GMT

Suspects from east J'lem set mattress, piles of clothing on fire; 4 seriously hurt, 4 moderately hurt from smoke inhalation and burns.

Israeli hackers plan response to website attacks

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:47:16 GMT

Tel Hashomer hospital, 'The Marker', 'Haaretz', 'Dan' bus company sites attacked; Israeli hackers vow response.

Hospitalized twins' parents, grandmother arrested

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:20:21 GMT

Arrests represent dramatic turn in investigation, come after days of conflicting reports of cause of injuries.

Bloody towel leads to thief's capture after 1 year

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:36:13 GMT

DNA taken from a towel recently matched with suspect's DNA, leading to his arrest.

Suspect arrested in Lod hit-and-run

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:09:18 GMT

Traffic police arrest man on suspicion of being linked to hit-and-run accident that killed a young man as he crossed the street with his wife.

'Trafficking of women for prostitution rings down'

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:37:48 GMT

Smuggling of women into country for labor and internet exploitation remain areas of concern, Minister Aharonovitch says.

Hamas MPs hiding in e. J'lem Red Cross arrested

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:20:22 GMT

Men had been staying in the Sheikh Jarrah compound to avoid arrest after their e. J'lem residency was revoked.

Twins with fractures may be victims of shaken-baby syndrome

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 01:52:48 GMT

Police, twins' parents deny a criminal investigation is underway; physicians don't rule out genetic disease.

PA hands over man suspected of jailing daughter

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:16:59 GMT

Arab Israeli suspected of locking up daughter for 9 years.

Ax-wielding Palestinian shot in leg at Kalandiya

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:00:51 GMT

After failing to heed order to stop, ignoring warning shot, civilian guard shoots man in leg, lightly wounding him.

Police search for hit-and-run suspects, 1 dead

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:55:06 GMT

26-year-old dies in Lod car accident; police find driver ran him over 2nd time as he fled, search for driver, 2 passengers.

Law and Order: Cracking down on Arab sector violence

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:29:04 GMT

With armed clashes rife, police and community leaders agree on new measures.

Israeli hackers down Gaza, UAE bank websites

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:12:27 GMT

'IDF Team' hackers warn they will "disable stock market, gov't, economic, security sites" if attacks against Israelis continue.

3 police injured while evacuating illegal outpost

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:37:13 GMT

Police, settlers clash during evacuation of Yissa Bracha outpost in W. Bank; 6 settlers lightly hurt, 6 arrested.

Israeli hackers: We'll knock down Arab sites daily

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:29:41 GMT

Group that goes by name "IDF Team" tells 'Post' they will only strike if Israeli sites are attacked again.

Immigrant kills wife, hangs himself in Rishon Lezion

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:56:04 GMT

Couple’s son finds bodies; MK Molla blames government for failing to understand newcomers’ needs.

Israeli hackers bring down Arab monetary sites

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:50:02 GMT

'Israel Defenders' hackers post in forum that attacks are response to "lame" Saudi attack on Israelis.

Second Itamar murderer sentenced to 5 life terms

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 02:49:40 GMT

2 Palestinians with bombs caught en route to court.

Palestinians with bombs caught en route to court

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:46:21 GMT

Second time in as many weeks that veteran Border Policeman intercepted explosives at Salem border crossing.

‘I want to harm Israel,’ Saudi hacker tells ‘Post’

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:32:08 GMT

TA Stock Exchange, El Al latest victims of 0xOmar; Hacker: I’ll reduce attacks if Israel "apologizes for genocide in Palestine."

Anti-Israel hackers strike El Al, TASE websites

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:32:04 GMT

Hours after hacker OxOmar sends warning to the 'Post', Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and El Al websites appear to be down.

'Arabs are suspects in two-thirds of homicides'

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:01:05 GMT

Public Security Minister Aharonovitch announces plans to set up police units in Arab areas to combat high levels of violent crime.

Shots fired at Beduin's home

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:53:53 GMT

Man whose house was targeted had said that Beduin, not Jews, torched Tuba Zanghariya mosque.

Six arrested in Mea She'arim financial scandal

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 10:51:07 GMT

Jerusalem: Suspects detained for allegedly pocketing tens of millions of shekels in charity scam.

Arab hackers deface Fire and Rescue website

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:14:00 GMT

Hackers place photograph of a Palestinian gunman on the Fire Service's website alongside text that mocked Israeli Internet defenses.

16-year-old Bnei Brak youth threatens Lapid’s life

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:10:16 GMT

Youth, resident of Bnei Brak, wrote that Lapid would "end up like Rabin", deleted post soon after.

'This is just the beginning,' warns Israeli hacker

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:39:30 GMT

In interview with 'Post', hacker who published Saudi credit data warns anti-Israel hackers against further attacks.

TA police investigating death threat against Lapid

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:52:13 GMT

Anonymous Facebook user writes: "It's too bad you're going up against Netanyahu - you'll end up like Rabin."

Police: Lawyers cheated Egypt banks out of NIS 18m.

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:05:24 GMT

Israel-Arab suspects represented banks in recent transactions say police; banks have long owned rights to portion of King David Hotel.

Israeli hacker posts Saudi credit card numbers

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:40:57 GMT

In warning to anti-Israel hackers "OxOmer" publishes 100s of details on Pastebin website; actions come in response to 'Saudi hacker.'

Vandals deface mosque, spray 'price tag' graffiti

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:47:35 GMT

Perpetrators torch 3 cars in W. Bank village; spray "price tag Gal Yosef"; attack follows dismantling of illegal outpost near Shiloh.

Violent crime falls by 17% from 2007-2011

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:34:12 GMT

74% of the Israeli public feels a high sense of personal security, placing Israel fourth out of OECD countries surveyed.

Study: Online terror mostly in social media

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:19:58 GMT

90 percent of organized terrorism on the Internet is occurring on social media websites.

Holyland witness’s car shot up

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:34:03 GMT

Attorney Avi Drecsler, discovers that shots were fired at his car outside his Ramat Gan home.

Money could be behind Jaffa Christian figure's murder

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 03:51:34 GMT

Four members of a Christian-Arab family remain in police custody over the stabbing murder of Gabriel Cadis.

Hatikva tent city residents await eviction

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 03:41:17 GMT

Protesters at one of country’s last remaining encampments say they have nowhere else to go, ask for public housing.

Settlers try to build in Oz Zion outpost

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 01:37:14 GMT

Two youths are arrested; far-right activist Baruch Marzel is arrested on suspicion of assaulting Palestinians.

Diamond Exchange traders 'ran illegal bank'

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:52:17 GMT

'We penetrated a fortified center to get suspects,' law enforcement tells 'Post' following year-long undercover investigation.

Tiberias man arrested for using hacked credit cards

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:38:08 GMT

Eighteen year old allegedly used 3 stolen credit card numbers, is arrested by officer disguised as courier.

'Police acted violently against protesters'

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:19:15 GMT

Social protest leader Stav Shaffir among 23 arrested in tent city protest, says officers "carried me while I was choking."

Stav Shaffir among 23 arrested in tent city protest

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:19:54 GMT

Social protest leader posts on Facebook while detained in police van: "In the end we'll see a good place here."

Credit card hacker denies Israeli blogger unmasked him

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 03:00:03 GMT

Hacker responds to reports that Amir Fedida uncovered his identity, dismissing them as "another Israeli failure"; blogger claims hacker made mistakes enabling him to trace him; file spread containing Trojan horse.

Top Christian figure murdered

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 02:02:17 GMT

Gabriel Cadis stabbed by man dressed as Santa Claus; police suspect killing wasn’t religiously motivated.

South TA tent city protest ends in arrests

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 23:23:42 GMT

Police say 23 arrested in demonstration against scheduled removal of encampment in Hatikva Park.

6 arrested in stabbing of top Christian figure

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13:08:03 GMT

Police spokesman says stabbing occurred at end of Orthodox Christmas march; victim identified as Gabriel Cadis.

Senior Christian figure stabbed to death in Jaffa

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:07:45 GMT

Police spokesman says stabbing occurred at end of Orthodox Christmas march; victim identified as Gabriel Cadis.

Employee ‘tried to poison boss with mercury’

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:25:34 GMT

manager at Tadiran electrical manufacturing plant catches employee on video camera tampering with his water bottle.

2 Arab Israelis charged with helping Hamas

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:35:22 GMT

Brothers from Kfar Kana charged with assisting terror cell from West Bank to plot bombings, shootings attacks on Israelis.

Guards thwart 'price tag' attack at Knesset

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:43:02 GMT

Suspect wanted for involvement in previous attacks prevented from entering Knesset; 2 Arab cars burned in J'lem.

Palestinian terror suspects captured in Beersheba

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:54:58 GMT

Two suspects arrested, one from Gaza and another from Jenin suspected of plotting stabbing attack.

Analysis: All it took was one badly guarded website

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:55:05 GMT

'Defense is only as strong as its weakest link' is an axiom that holds truer in today’s Internet-dependent world.

Credit card firms scramble to protect hacking victims

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:31:03 GMT

Hackers post thousands of Israeli credit card numbers online; Bank of Israel recommends customers monitor accounts.

14,000 credit cards affected in cyber attack

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:17:37 GMT

Hackers post 1,000s of Israeli card numbers online; card companies reassure costumers victims will be compensated.

Suspects ram police road block, crash into bus

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 04:30:26 GMT

Suspects had allegedly been in the middle of a home robbery in Nazareth when they became suspicious that it was a police sting operation.

Hackers post 1000s of Israeli credit card numbers

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 03:01:15 GMT

Credit companies tell customers to remain calm, say only 100s of authentic numbers were published by 'Saudi group.'

Settlers furious over 'reconnaissance arrests'

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 21:02:48 GMT

Activists in custody for monitoring security forces; settler leader to 'Post': Police, prosecutors have lost their sanity.

Call girls suspected of murdering scientist in TA

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:47:28 GMT

2 female escorts and their boyfriends arrested for alleged involvement in murder, robbery of French chemistry expert in central TA apartment.

2 mortar shells from Gaza contained phosphorous

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:44:56 GMT

The chemical is designed to ignite a fire around the impact zone and is banned by international law for use near civilians.

Over 230 drunk drivers caught on New Year's Eve

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:31:36 GMT

Hundreds of officers, volunteers deployed to roads, highways near entertainment districts, and dozens of spot road checks set up.

Hit-and-run driver injures 3 generations of a family

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:58:55 GMT

Police have launched a search for the driver who failed to stop and fled the scene of the Petah Tikva accident.

Analysis: Short spring, long winter

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 16:37:19 GMT

The rise of Islamists following Arab Spring has complicated Israel’s approach to its regional neighbors.

Police can't stamp out radicalism among haredim

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:22:33 GMT

Analysis: Police commanders reject attempts to portray exclusion of women as problem law enforcement can fully solve.

Police planning crackdown on Beit Shemesh radicals

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 03:11:11 GMT

Hundreds of officers are being deployed to the town to reinforce the Beit Shemesh police station.

EJC president slams European firms dealing with Iran

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 01:35:52 GMT

In new book, Moshe Kantor warns Iranian nuclear program would deal a death blow to the Non-Proliferation Treaty.

Beit Shemesh to install 400 security cameras

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:47:35 GMT

Decision made to deter street harassment of "immodestly dressed" women; man arrested over attack on Channel 2 crew.

Journalists attacked, Beit Shemesh man arrested

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 01:03:50 GMT

Haredim attack Channel 2 crew filming in city; court releases ultra-Orthodox man who had spit at a woman he claimed was dressed immodestly.

‘We won’t leave,’ vows Beit Shemesh mother

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:51:48 GMT

Parent of 8-year-old girl assaulted by haredi activists tells ‘Post’ she expects gov’t intervention.

Police remove Beit Shemesh segregation signs

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 19:41:04 GMT

Move follows report exposing extremist harassment of modern orthodox women; haredim attack Channel 2 crew filming in city.

Additional suspect arrested in Ephraim base attack

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 13:23:20 GMT

Judea and Samaria police take into custody 22-year-old West Bank resident on suspicion of sneaking into IDF base and vandalizing it.

Internal Security: A long journey to base

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 17:54:03 GMT

Decorated for his service to Israel, Doron Horowitz flies from Canada yearly to join his Border Police unit.

Vandals torch Ramle synagogue

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:59:02 GMT

Police suspect the blaze at the place of worship associated with the local Jewish Tunisian community was a hate crime.

First-Temple era findings destroyed near Afula

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:11:41 GMT

Antiquities Authority archaeologist: All signs point to Haredi attack, First-Temple era findings destroyed.

Fire service welcomes 126 new members

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 04:07:33 GMT

One year after Carmel fire disaster, Aharonovitch hails 3 new female firefighters.

Hate graffiti spray-painted on mosque in W. Bank

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:51:46 GMT

Mosque spray painted with slogans including "price tag" and "Yitzhar," the illegal outpost where IDF razed 2 buildings.

State bows its head to honor Carmel fire victims

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:56:19 GMT

Controversy mars ceremony when Kadima blasts ‘North Korea-like brainwashing’ introduction praising PM.

'Discrimination against women to be seen as crime'

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:04:21 GMT

Police chief Danino sends guidelines to commanders, officers ordering enforcement of zero-tolerance policy for discrimination.

550 Palestinians released completing Schalit deal

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 22:16:30 GMT

Convoys of buses arrive at crossings into Gaza, West Bank, Jordan and an IDF base near Jerusalem.

Stage two of Schalit deal: Prisoner release begins

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 21:24:54 GMT

Convoys of buses leave Ayalon Prison to complete the second stage of the Gilad Schalit deal; most prisoners will be released to the West Bank, had release dates in the near future.

Global Affairs: All change at Red Square

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 18:34:25 GMT

Confrontation brewing between Kremlin and political opponents, but ruling party expected to survive.

Man hurt in stabbing near J'lem; terror suspected

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:04:27 GMT

Ma'ale Adumim guard lightly hurt in attack believed to have been perpetrated by Palestinian; police, IDF search for suspect.

Netanyahu: We won’t let extremists spark a war

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:06:01 GMT

Netanyahu tells Likud meeting "the law is the law, justice is justice," says he won't let radicals "start a religious war, set fire to mosques, attack Jews or non-Jews."

Suspected far-right radicals are indicted

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:52:54 GMT

Fifteen are charged following Jordan border incident, one for vandalizing IDF post and another for throwing stones.

Rioting Jews to be tried in army courts

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:06:10 GMT

Netanyahu rejects calls by ministers to class suspects as terrorists; recommendations include immediate arrest warrants.

Prisoner list posted for phase 2 in Schalit deal

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:23:05 GMT

Most prisoners on list were set to be released within next year; Hamas denies it received list prior to publication.

PM approves administrative detention for far-right suspects

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:03:58 GMT

Netanyahu rejects calls by ministers to class suspects as terrorists; recommendations include immediate arrest warrants, trying them in military courts.

Comptroller finds fault with police, State Attorney Office

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:51:05 GMT

State Comptroller says police and state prosecutors decide to close "a significant" portion of cases without good basis.

'Barak's assessment on Iran was correct'

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:59:27 GMT

Former US defense chief Perry calls for biting sanctions on Iran; former IAEA head Blinx warns against military strike.

Police, prosecutors 'close cases without good reason'

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:10:30 GMT

State Comptroller says police and state prosecutors decide to close "a significant" portion of cases without good basis.

Comptroller slams police, state attorney in report

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 16:01:25 GMT

In unusual second audit report, Lindenstrauss says police, state attorney needlessly close cases; criticizes inter-ministerial committees for "wasting resources"; details failures in Bar Association, Health Ministry.

7 rockets hit Israel after IDF kills terrorists

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:40:16 GMT

Defense establishment urges southern residents near Gaza to stay indoors, near a bomb shelter fearing retribution by Palestinian groups for assassination of Al Aksa commander.

Colombian crime gang charged for robberies

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:38:18 GMT

Five members of a Colombian gang operating in Israel charged with string of sophisticated robberies.

Police arrest 70 in major raid on organized crime

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:46:07 GMT

Agents managed to purchase machine guns, rifles, explosives, dozens of kilos of various drugs in months-long undercover operation.

Katsav entering prison: ‘You’re burying a man alive’

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:36:53 GMT

Former president to be under suicide watch in jail, will share a cell with ex-government minister Benizri (Shas).

Police investigating new West Bank mosque arson

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:05:00 GMT

Perpetrators in Brukin burned tires near mosque door, sprayed Hebrew inscriptions; smashed windshields of 2 parked cars.

Katsav arrives at prison to begin 7-year sentence

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:39:16 GMT

Former president to be under suicide watch in jail, will share a cell with ex-government minister Benizri (Shas).

Katsav to enter prison, begin sentence for rape conviction

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:14:22 GMT

Former president to be watched constantly to ensure he doesn’t attempt suicide, will be housed with former Shas minister Shlomo Benizri; Katsav, who turned 65 this week, will serve seven years in prison.

IDF strikes rocket cell in Gaza; 1 reported killed

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:37:22 GMT

Palestinians say Islamic Jihad men targeted in strike east of Gaza City; IDF: Air Force hit two cells preparing to launch rockets.

Police disbanding of anti-women-trafficking upheld in court

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:39:52 GMT

MK Zuaretz filed position earlier this year with two NGOs over closing of Sa'ar unit, spreading anti-trafficking duties to local police.

3.8 magnitude earthquake felt in northern Israel

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 01:19:45 GMT

Tremor felt across North; no injuries, damage reported; Geophysical Institute: center of quake in Hula, Kinneret area.

Neighbor hit on head for asking to lower noise

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:14:28 GMT

Resident of Netanya under arrest for allegedly striking his neighbor over the head with a handgun after being asked to keep the noise down.

7 female suspects arrested for nationalistic crimes

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 11:51:57 GMT

Settlement residents, 5 of whom are minors, suspected of vandalizing IDF property, cutting down Palestinian olive trees.

Deadly crash after youths flee alcohol checkpoint

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:37:47 GMT

Kfar Saba: youth killed and another seriously injured when their vehicle smashed into another car following a police chase.

Georgia pardons 2 jailed Israeli businessmen

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:35:36 GMT

Roni Fuchs, Ze'ev Frenkel were originally convicted of attempting to bribe Georgia's deputy foreign minister.

Pardon for Israeli businessmen jailed in Georgia

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:45:09 GMT

Roni Fuchs, Ze'ev Frenkel were originally convicted of attempting to bribe Georgia's deputy foreign minister.

Fire Service commissioner: We built new organization

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 01:50:56 GMT

One year after Carmel fire, commissioner Shahar Ayalon tells 'Post' brought experience from police work.

New fire station dedicated year after Carmel fire

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:31:33 GMT

A year after massive blaze ripped through Mount Carmel, relatives of the fallen will gather at University of Haifa for a scholarship ceremony.

Lebanese rockets - an indirect message?

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:51:12 GMT

IDF: Hezbollah probably not behind attacks, but may want to let us know what’s in store if Israel strikes Iran.

Public Security Ministry opens new control center

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 03:51:22 GMT

Emergency control room, located in the ministry’s building in Jerusalem, is built to withstand unconventional weapons attacks.

Lebanese rockets – an indirect message?

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:02:15 GMT

IDF: Hezbollah probably not behind attacks, but may want to let us know what’s in store if Israel strikes Iran.

2 Rockets from Lebanon lands in Galilee; none hurt

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:32:25 GMT

Police say projectiles land in Western Galilee, near Lebanese border; Police, IDF search for additional rocket after explosion heard.

MKs seek to worsen security prisoners conditions

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:36:53 GMT

Knesset c'tee set to hear host of proposals aimed at creating "reciprocity" with conditions experienced by Schalit.

'Iran adds 3 more submarines to naval fleet'

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 15:19:55 GMT

Iranian Army Navy Commander Sayyari says Ghadir-class submarines designed, manufactured by Islamic Republic's experts.

Ex-IDF Intel chief joins TAU security center

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:03:34 GMT

After stepping down as head of Military Intelligence, Yadlin joined the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

'Iran CIA agent arrests linked to missile testing'

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 20:39:07 GMT

Senior Iran analyst tells 'Post' that Tehran moving missiles "that would form first response" to Israeli strike on nuclear sites.

'Israel should consider Sinai intervention force'

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:07:25 GMT

"I emphasize that this should only be considered if there is a lack of alternatives," Maj.-Gen. (res) Uzi Dayan says.

Margol to evade jail with plea bargain

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 03:28:11 GMT

Tsanani will probably confess to committing some, but not all, charges; the prosecution will produce an amended indictment.

IDF to investigate Egypt border incidents

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:59:27 GMT

After Beduin smugglers shoot and kill two Egyptian security personnel, Vilnai: "IDF acted appropriately."

'Strike fallout can never be as bad as nuclear Iran'

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:23:40 GMT

Former Mossad head Danny Yatom says Israel can't afford to wonder if Tehran "will go crazy and throw a bomb on us."

IAF will house F-35 fleet at Nevatim base

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 04:56:23 GMT

OC Air Force Maj.-Gen. Ido Nehushtan chose Nevatim due to the advantages it offered in terms of infrastructure, training space.

Iran developing advanced missile defense system

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 04:35:45 GMT

Islamic Republic may be receiving help from North Korea in creating a complex barrier to protect nuclear sites.

Alleged crime boss agrees to plea bargain over gas monopoly

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 03:34:48 GMT

Shalom Domrani charged over extortion campaign against businessman who wished to open a rival gas store in Sderot.

Emergency services, IDF improve coordination

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 03:02:11 GMT

Agreement signed aimed at improving coordination in times of emergency; Vilna’i: Homeland Security Ministry being denied funds.

Gantz rejects rabbi’s remarks on singing women

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:50:05 GMT

“There’s no room for banning singing by women," says IDF chief, adding that Levanon's comments are "unacceptable to him."

Israel, Kenya sign anti-terror, anti-crime pact

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:44:03 GMT

Two countries will cooperate on counter-terrorism, fighting crime and drugs smuggling; agreement signed after 7 months of planning.

Gantz warns of possible Gaza offensive

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:49:27 GMT

"We'll know how to operate in Gaza, when it happens, we will initiate orderly, painful operation," IDF chief of staff says.

Dimona man stabbed to death in drunken brawl

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 23:28:48 GMT

The murder victim’s 50-year-old landlord was arrested hours after emergency services found the body.

Law and Order: An explosive mission

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:35:04 GMT

Police are in a race against time to kick negligent handymen and organized crime out of the home gas industry.

Two Ashkelon women die in apartment fire

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:07:56 GMT

Mother and daughter die in 18th-floor apartment fire after electric heater ignites furniture.

Pot bust news bums police fans

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 06:07:44 GMT

News of small-time cannabis bust in Golan village of Bnei Yehuda unpopular on force's Facebook page.

Rocket explodes next to kindergarten in south

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:56:00 GMT

A 2nd projectile lands in open territory; No injuries reported in either incident; Gantz: IDF will be forced to attack Gaza if rockets continue.

'Charge former Meuhedet officials with fraud'

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:13:37 GMT

Attorney Guy-Ron, senior Meuhedet Health Fund officials are suspected of fraud, corruption, police say.

18-year-old hit by pergola, killed in Eilat hotel

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:52:54 GMT

Initial investigation: 5 friends were sitting poolside at Meridian Hotel when metal structure collapsed; police investigating.

Beduin man charged with manslaughter

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:12:43 GMT

Beersheba court charges Negev Beduin town Hura resident with manslaughter caused during feud between two factions of same family.

Danino to meet German, Dutch counterparts

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:43:11 GMT

Police commissioner Yohanan Danino embarks on week-long visit to tighten cooperation with the police in Germany and the Netherlands.

Furious driver sets traffic camera alight

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 14:10:36 GMT

Angered after being caught in the act of jumping a red light, driver and passenger attack camera holding the evidence; both men detained.

Mosque cleric arrested on suspicion of incitement

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 13:29:04 GMT

Police detain head of mosque that was targeted in "price tag" attack for allegedly calling on followers to attack vandals.

Report: Threatened cops not protected

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:06:03 GMT

Public Security Ministry calls for improvement in handling cases of threatened officers after a report is published emphasizing issue.

Two men struck by passenger train, killed near Hadera

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 22:05:30 GMT

Police say an ATV carrying a 28-year-old man and his 55-year-old father-in-law became stranded on the rail line.

IDF fires at Gaza terrorists planting bomb along fence

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:12:55 GMT

Spokesman's Office says an accurate strike was confirmed by IDF units; "terrorists exploit their presence near the border fence to plant explosives."

Ashkenazi lands high-paying job in oil-searching company

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:48:11 GMT

Former IDF chief of staff will become Chairman of Board of Directors at Shemen Industries.

IDF, Mossad sites offline after cyber attack threat

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 16:54:39 GMT

Hacking group posts video threatening attack over navy's interception of Gaza-bound flotilla; IDF: Incident due to "an error in servers."

'Flotilla activists still being detained in Israel'

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 14:44:28 GMT

Six activists who sailed to Israel in attempt to break Gaza blockade deported, AFP reports; remaining 21 undergoing court proceedings.

Thai laborer lightly hurt by rocket south of Ashkelon

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 08:28:43 GMT

Worker injured by 1 of 2 rockets fired into Israel from Gaza; attacks follow IAF strike on Islamic Jihad terrorist cell attempting to fire rocket.

Two rockets fired from Gaza following IAF strike

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 06:48:28 GMT

One member of terror organization reportedly killed in attack in southern Gaza; no Israeli injuries are reported from the rocket fire.

IAF strikes Islamic Jihad cell preparing rocket attack

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 01:26:34 GMT

One member of terror organization reportedly killed in attack in Southern Gaza; group threatens to respond to strike.

Government begins deporting Gaza flotilla activists

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 13:53:13 GMT

One Israeli citizen from flotilla trying to break Gaza blockade released, foreign nationals board flights to home countries.

Navy intercepts Gaza-bound boats, nobody injured

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:36:51 GMT

Flotilla boarded after activists refuse military's calls to stop their progress towards Gaza; Navy escorts ships to Ashdod Port.

Gantz orders navy to board flotilla

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 14:04:59 GMT

"Goods can be unloaded at the Ashdod port, will be transferred into Gaza Strip via the legal land crossings," IDF spokesperson says; activists refuse earlier offer to head to port in Egypt or to turn around.

Home Front Command holds major exercise in the Center

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:49:16 GMT

Sirens are heard throughout Gush Dan as part of an extensive drill simulating a missile attack; hospital, school to hold evacuation drills.

US warns flotilla activists not to challenge Gaza blockade

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:17:37 GMT

Washington says US citizens who take part in efforts to deliver material support or other resources to Hamas could face civil, criminal penalties; IDF not expecting violence, but prepared for any scenario.

IDF hits Gaza terrorist cell, killing two

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 13:20:44 GMT

Terrorists open fire, shoot mortar shells at Israelis near Kibbutz Zikim; IDF responds; no soldiers wounded.

Analysis: What is the ‘real’ Israeli stance on Iran?

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:35:30 GMT

Succession of defensive and offensive exercises appears to be unmistakable signal Israel has not removed military option from the table.

'UK speeding up planning for potential US-led Iran attack'

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:00:41 GMT

'Guardian' reports UK Ministry of Defense believes US may have intensified plans for targeted missile strikes of Iranian nuclear targets.

Navy tracking small Gaza-bound flotilla that left Turkey

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:05:02 GMT

Flotilla arranged by Irish, Canadian pro-Palestinian groups; "We don't believe they are seeking violence, but the IDF is ready," source says.

'UK speeding up planning for potential Iran attack'

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 19:50:43 GMT

'The Guardian' reports UK defense establishment believes US may accelerate plans for targeted strikes against Islamic Republic's nuclear facilities; UK military chief visited Israel 'secretly' this week.

IAF completes major drill in Italy amid Iran attack rumors

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:05:52 GMT

Details of exercise over Sardinia released after Israel successfully tests missile launch; Barak: Test-firing an impressive achievement.

Israel successfully launches rocket from Palmachim

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:17:13 GMT

Smoke trail is seen by residents of the Center; Defense Ministry: Test was long-planned; Israel Radio says launch was a ballistic missile.

Syria ‘pursued 2 routes to nuclear weapons’

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 01:25:13 GMT

UN's International Atomic Energy Agency found a previously unknown nuclear facility in Syria’s northeast, according to The Associated Press report.

Israel holds off on Gaza operation at Egypt's request

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:12:13 GMT

IDF delays operation to stem rocket fire due to efforts by Cairo to give an additional 24 hours to cease fire efforts, 'Post' learns.

Analysis: What may be involved in an Israeli strike on Iran

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 10:46:35 GMT

Israel is believed to have a fully prepared plan to launch a strike, which would likely involve at least several hundred aircraft.

Analysis: What was the extent of Manbar’s crimes?

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:06:21 GMT

Ex-Mossad chief calls crime of selling components, knowledge to Iran was “the worst case of treachery, driven by greed” in Israeli history.

Vilna’i: Invest in home front

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:09:56 GMT

Home Front Defense Minister tells ISDEF 2011 conference more funds should be put toward fortifying home front against attack.

Businessman who sold arms to Iran set free after 14 years

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 01:14:45 GMT

After serving 14 years of 16-year sentence for selling chemicals, Nahum Manbar no longer a threat to public, says attorney-general

Residents of the South face renewed rocket attacks

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:53:52 GMT

Schools closed for third straight day; 4 projectiles fired in latest attack; Iron Dome intercepts Grad over Beersheba; none hurt, no damage.

School cancelled in southern cities due to rocket attacks

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 22:27:59 GMT

Classes cancelled in Ashdod, Beersheba, Gan Yavne; 4 projectiles fired in total in latest attack; Iron Dome system intercepts Grad over Beersheba; none hurt, no damage reported; US ambassador condemns continued barrage.

Gantz: Threats outweigh opportunities from Arab spring

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:47:42 GMT

IDF chief tells high-ranking operational commanders "big risks could not be taken during this period of instability."

Rockets from Gaza hit Beersheba, Sderot, Sha'ar Hanegev

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:00:22 GMT

4 projectiles fired in total in latest attack; Iron Dome system intercepts Grad over Beersheba, air raid sirens heard; Kassam falls in Ashkelon earlier, breaking lull in attacks; none hurt, no damage reported.

Rocket lands south of Ashkelon, breaking lull in violence

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 17:05:54 GMT

Siren sounds before Kassam falls, no injuries, damages reported; overnight IDF strikes rocket launching cell after 3 rockets fired from Gaza.

Barak: IDF doesn't heed empty calls for cease fires

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 08:52:55 GMT

Defense minister says Islamic Jihad, Hamas must stop firing rockets before Israel adheres to cease fire, IDF not interested in returning to Gaza.

US police officials in Israel for counter-terrorism program

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 06:44:42 GMT

ADL sponsors visit by officials from American northeast; participant "will learn first-hand how Israel deals with terror."

IDF aircraft strike rocket launching cell in Gaza

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 01:06:01 GMT

Military responds to continued rocket fire from Gaza into South; gov't approves expansion of military responses; schools across southern cities to be closed for second day, despite assurances from Home Front Command.

IDF prepares for Gaza escalation as ceasefire attempted

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:49:45 GMT

Gov't approves expansion of military responses; schools across south closed for second day; rocket fire resumes following brief period of calm.

Classes in southern schools cancelled despite relative calm

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 21:31:27 GMT

3 projectiles fired from Gaza land near Ashkelon, none injured; authorities in Beersheba, Ashdod, Ashkelon and Gan Yavne decide to cancel school despite IDF removing restrictions on public gatherings.

Netanyahu on escalation: 'There is no cease fire in South'

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 17:21:00 GMT

At weekly cabinet meeting in Safed, PM says terrorists will pay high price until attacks stop; Barak warns Hamas: Don't test us.

IDF strikes Gaza cell attempting to launch rocket at Israel

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 15:49:34 GMT

One terrorist killed, another injured; attempted launch comes nearly 8 hours into reported cease fire with Islamic Jihad.

PM, Barak warn Hamas over rocket fire: Don't test us

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:43:45 GMT

Netanyahu reiterates policy of retaliation when Israelis are harmed; President Peres calls rocket fire a "borderline declaration of war."

Islamic Jihad is 'committed' to Gaza Strip cease fire

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 12:12:55 GMT

Earlier cease fire fails to materialize as 4 rockets are fired into Israel following 6 a.m. deadline; IDF strikes 6 sites in Gaza overnight.

Gaza rocket fire lets up after 4 early morning launches

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 10:50:25 GMT

Islamic Jihad reportedly says it will respect a cease fire; 2 rockets intercepted in latest volley; IDF strikes 6 sites in Gaza, 9 killed.

Gaza rocket-fire continues despite reports of ceasefire

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:51:21 GMT

Man killed in Ashkelon by rocket; 39 rockets, mortars are fired from Gaza in the past 24 hours, 11 since 7 a.m.; Iron Dome intercepts 2 rockets.

IDF: Technical glitch is behind Iron Dome failure

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:42:36 GMT

Error has reportedly been fixed after failing to intercept grads to Ashdod; "Hamas remained passive in face of violence" IDF spokesman says.

Man injured in Ashkelon rocket attack dies from wounds

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 23:21:27 GMT

Doctors at Barzilai unable to save man injured in residential area; 4 further people wounded as South pounded by 35 projectiles from Gaza in total; extensive damage reported in Ashdod as rocket hit school.

20 rockets fired at South; injuries in Ashkelon, Gan Yavne

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 20:46:45 GMT

Man in serious condition as home hit causing shrapnel to fly in Ashkelon; 2 moderately injured, 1 lightly injured; 20 treated for shock; extensive damage reported in Ashdod as rockets hit school, residential area.

Rocket from Gaza lands near home in Ashdod; 1 injured

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 19:14:41 GMT

Extensive damage reported as rocket lands in parking lot between 2 residential buildings; 11 rockets fired at South in total; passer-by in Gan Yavne hit by shrapnel; 1 rocket hits empty school in Ashdod.

4 rockets explode in South; 1 person lightly injured

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 17:21:20 GMT

Passer-by in Gan Yavne hit by shrapnel; 1 rocket hits empty school in Ashdod; rockets also land in Be'er Tuvia, Pithat Shalom; attacks come after IAF strike kills 5 in Rafah including top commander of Islamic Jihad.

'Restraint in Gaza signals desire to end escalation'

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:25:49 GMT

In response to IDF attacks on Gaza terror centers, Giora Eiland tells 'Post' "sometimes military knows things that aren't published in media."

IDF responds to rocket fire, targets Gaza terror centers

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 05:23:19 GMT

After grad rocket slams into Ashdod, Bnei Aish, IDF says air raids hit their precise targets; first rocket attack since Schalit deal.

Officials mum over report Berlin may renege on sub deal

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 02:12:32 GMT

Decision to sell advanced submarine is being reconsidered in light of Israel failure to move forward on talks with Palestinian Authority.

Grad rocket fired from Gaza at Ashdod

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:44:29 GMT

No injuries but several suffer from shock; first time air raid siren activated in Rehovot; IDF force near Efrat hit earlier by roadside bomb, causing no injuries; rocket attack is first since Schalit deal.

Ex-Shin Bet chief: Prisoner exchanges are bad for Israel

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:44:08 GMT

Yuval Diskin warns Hamas getting stronger while Fatah getting weaker: "When Abbas goes, security situation could deteriorate."

‘Ilan Grapel incident is unlikely to become a trend’

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 02:01:58 GMT

"Visits by Israeli citizens to an Arab country were dangerous acts before the Grapel and Schalit affairs," counter-terror expert Boaz Ganor says.

IDF Central Command chief issues warning over far-right

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 19:10:53 GMT

Maj.-Gen. Mizrahi condemns hostility toward outgoing Judea and Samaria Division commander Brig.-Gen. Alon for clearing illegal outposts.

Police grill Likud’s Kara over claim of sexual harassment

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:54:42 GMT

Likud MK denies allegations involving PMO employee, says he doesn't have contact with female workers, claims are "political assassination."

Palestinian prisoners warned against returning to terror

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:46:58 GMT

Security prisoners freed as part of Schalit deal "were told of consequences" of returning to terrorism, 'Post' learns.

Armed man arrested at Cave of Patriarchs

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:28:40 GMT

Police focus weekend’s J’lem stabbing probe on village of Beit Iksa; security officials deny attacks signify new wave of terror.

IDF prepares rescue mission to Turkey after earthquake

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 22:31:23 GMT

Netanyahu: “This is what neighbors do”; Ankra rejects all internationals calls for aid following powerful earthquake.

'We’ll change policy of releasing prisoners en masse'

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 20:30:30 GMT

Barak says Schalit deal strengthened solidarity but warns approach to kidnappings must change: "This slippery slope has to stop."

Israel offers Turkey earthquake assistance

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 16:30:29 GMT

Barak and Gantz say Israel, IDF prepared to help Turkey in aftermath of 6.6 magnitude quake that rocks southeast Turkey.

Police: IDF major ran drug trafficking ring worth millions

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 15:25:24 GMT

Major responsible for stopping drug smuggling in South suspected of distributing confiscated drugs; crime is "a serious failure of values’ says Gantz."

IDF commander arrested for allegedly heading drug ring

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:35:18 GMT

Major responsible for stopping drug smuggling from Egypt suspected of transferring confiscated heroin, hashish to Israeli dealers.

New ‘Stuxnet-related’ virus may be set for cyber-attack

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 01:40:50 GMT

Computer virus similar to Stuxnet detected in Europe; designed to capture keystrokes and gain remote access; US issues public alert.

12 Arab-Israelis arrested at rally calling more kidnappings

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 18:58:25 GMT

Some 40 people arrive at Hadarim Prison in Sharon to call for more kidnappings of IDF soldiers, freeing all Palestinian prisoners.

Police laud operation that went off ‘without a glitch’

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:24:01 GMT

In dramatic scenes, police vehicles escort a convoy carrying newly-freed soldier Gilad Schalit to his home in Mitzpe Hila.

'Plane carrying 11 Palestinian prisoners lands in Turkey'

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 03:21:59 GMT

Turkish FM says inmates' crimes erased as a result of exchange, denies claims prisoners may pose threat to Turkey, 'Today's Zaman' reports.

IPS: Transfer of all 477 Palestinian prisoners complete

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:11:47 GMT

Officials complete transfer of all prisoners to Egypt, West Bank after Schalit confirmed in good health in Israeli hands.

Palestinian prisoners transferred to Red Cross buses

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:26:16 GMT

Israeli officials awaiting word that Schalit in Israel before allowing buses carrying prisoners to pass into Gaza, W. Bank.

Schalit deal underway as Israel transfers prisoners

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:47:27 GMT

Vehicles carrying Palestinian prisoners depart Israeli jails, setting in motion Schalit-prisoner swap; 96 prisoners taken from Ktziot facility.

Security prisoners hold off on celebrating early releases

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 01:25:04 GMT

Prison Service finalizes preparations to bus the prisoners in heavily-guarded convoys to release points in Rafah, West Bank.

Police preparing multiple routes for Schalit's return

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:15:35 GMT

Although Schalit is expected to be flown to Tel Nof IAF base, Israel Police planning contingency land routes; no roads to be closed.

Prison Service moves 477 terrorists ahead of release

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:25:13 GMT

Heavy security to be placed around convoys to prevent possible sabotage of exchange.

Defense Ministry green lights prisoner transfer

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 19:24:17 GMT

Barak meets with top IDF brass over details of prisoner swap in exchange for Gilad Schalit; IPS begins moving prisoners' convoys.

Prisoner list includes planners of mass atrocities

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:54:29 GMT

Public given 48 hours to appeal prisoners' release to High Court; Park Hotel attack planner Nasser Yataima among those set to be freed.

Law & Order: Breaking the crime cycle

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:08:13 GMT

Avraham Hoffman argues that rehabilitation for criminals is not only the moral option, it also pays economically.

TA Rabin memorial defaced with far-right graffiti

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 03:34:24 GMT

Security guard who caught vandal tells 'Post': I saw him throw paint and grabbed him; suspect released with restraining order from Tel Aviv.

Planners of Park Hotel bombing attack ‘set to go free'

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:02:22 GMT

Unconfirmed list of prisoners to be freed in Schalit deal includes IDF soldier Nachshon Wachsman's killers, Dolphinarium attack planners.

2 teens arrested for alleged Safed synagogue vandalism

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 20:02:53 GMT

16-year-olds admit to spraying graffiti reading "Death to Jews" on four synagogues, a car in Safed; remand hearing expected at Nazareth court.

First Schalit prisoner swap list to be released next week

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:48:04 GMT

Justice Ministry set to publish list of 450 male prisoners, 27 female prisoners due for release in 1st stage of deal.

Prison Service preparing release of Palestinian prisoners

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:57:47 GMT

Aharonovich holds planning session with senior officials; 450 Palestinians, Israeli Arabs to be released in first stage of Schalit deal.

Analysis: Hamas boosted, Fatah weakened by deal

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 05:31:44 GMT

Images of freed Palestinian prisoners will likely convince many Palestinians that Hamas is right.

Timeline: Five years in Hamas captivity

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:27:05 GMT

A look back at the events surrounding kidnapped soldier Gilad Schalit since his capture on June 25,2006.

Brother of terror cell member arrested in undisclosed probe

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:39:26 GMT

Nazareth resident arrested in secret investigation is brother of terrorist involved in Yafim Weinstein killing.

Tuba Zanghariya mosque arson: Second suspect arrested

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:22:59 GMT

Police are believed to be looking into possibility that a far-right group is behind the incident; suspect remanded to 3 days custody.

Car bomb wounds man in Kiryat Gat

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:18:22 GMT

11-year-old son of man in his 50s narrowly escapes serious injury by exiting vehicle before bomb goes off, Channel 2 news says.

Woman rescues kittens ‘from kids on bikes’

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 03:13:34 GMT

Animal welfare charity lodges police complaint after receiving report that children attempted to run over kittens with bikes on Friday night.

Jewish teen held for Galilee mosque arson

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 03:13:34 GMT

Police probe whether suspect is part of "price-tag" cell.

Gazans rally for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 18:57:59 GMT

About 230 security prisoners have joined hunger strike claiming jail conditions are worsening; Israeli Prison Service defends status-quo.

More anti-Arab hate graffiti surfaces in Bat Yam

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 14:19:09 GMT

Police say "connection with Jaffa graffiti being examined"; Danino meets with Jaffa Arab community heads to ease communal tensions.

PM: Israel 'not prepared to tolerate any vandalism'

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 11:52:46 GMT

Netanyahu to exert "fullest extent of the law" against perpetrators; Police chief calls attacks "extremely explosive phenomenon."

IPS defends treatment of Palestinian prisoners on strike

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 11:47:28 GMT

Prison service says prisoners under daily medical supervision; Prisoners launch hunger strike protesting enforced separation.

Police chief: Price-tag incidents must be 'eradicated'

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 11:27:14 GMT

Danino calls attacks on religious symbols "extremely explosive phenomenon," beefs up police activity in response to criticism from politicians; Livni calls price-tags "dangerous degradation of Israeli society."

Leaders call on police to prevent 'price-tag' attacks

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 10:23:59 GMT

Livni responds to Jaffa incidents: Price-tags are "dangerous degradation of Israeli society"; TA mayor: Shin Bet and police lack initiative.

Jaffa: Hate graffiti found in Muslim, Christian cemeteries

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 01:00:52 GMT

Cops: Attack occurred several days ago, not necessarily "price-tag" linked; Jaffa Arabs protest vandalism; Synagogue hit by Molotov cocktail.

Molotov cocktail hits Jaffa synagogue, none injured

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 22:11:55 GMT

Attack comes after hate graffiti found in Muslim, Christian cemeteries; Police: Vandalism not necessarily "price-tag" linked; Jaffa Arabs protest.

Police: Sitting on a powder keg

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:25:43 GMT

With every spark having potential to set off an explosion, police are pressured to indict the perpetrators of ‘price tag’ attacks.

Gag order on mosque torching suspect partially lifted

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:49:44 GMT

"Price tag" suspect is yeshiva student from northern Israel; police say forensic evidence found at scene of crime.

Suspect arrested in Tuba Zanghariya mosque torching

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:37:41 GMT

"Price tag" suspect is yeshiva student from northern Israel; police say forensic evidence found at scene of crime; gag order partially lifted.

Arrests reach 15 in Tuba Zanghariya riot

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:03:18 GMT

Youths remanded to 4 days custody; large numbers of officers deployed to prevent any possible Jewish- Arab clashes ahead of Yom Kippur.

16 alleged rioters arrested in Tuba Zanghariya overnight

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:59:31 GMT

Police say more arrests to come; "Many shots fired in air by rioters during night of disturbances in Beduin village," following attack on mosque.

4 youths from Tuba Zanghariya arrested for rioting

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:44:06 GMT

"Many shots fired in air by rioters during night of disturbances in Beduin village," police say following suspected "price tag" attack on mosque.

Tuba Zangaria youths set local municipal buildings alight

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:36:38 GMT

No injuries reported; local youths burn regional council building, village clinic in response to "price-tag" arson at mosque.

Recent ‘price tag’ incidents

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:56:46 GMT

A timeline of attacks in June and September.

Police, Shin Bet divert resources investigating ‘price tag'

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:53:09 GMT

Dialogue critical to maintain calm in North, says officer; communal strife following incident not expected; cops guarding mosques.

Peres visits Tuba Zangria, calls mosque arson 'shameful'

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:25:59 GMT

President speaks out against apparent "price tag" attack while visiting scene of crime with chief rabbis in Galilee village.

Police up security at mosques after 'price tag' hit

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:24:49 GMT

Aharonovitch visits northern town, meets police commander; Tuba residents clash with police following mosque attack.

Barak: Mosque attack harms Israel's world reputation

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:01:11 GMT

PM orders Shin Bet to find perpetrators of Tuba attack; president expresses outrage: "it brings great shame upon us."

Tuba marchers clash with police after mosque arson

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:04:21 GMT

Suspected "price tag" attack takes place overnight in northern town of Tuba Zangria; residents attempt to block intersection, throw stones.

Mosque set alight in suspected 'Price tag' attack

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 06:21:18 GMT

Residents of Tuba Zangaria near Rosh Pina say words "Price Tag" and "Revenge" sprayed near mosque; police open investigation.

’Deficient’ Ashkelon firefighting to be revamped

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:35:52 GMT

Public Security Ministry releases stinging report; source tells 'Post' failures noted in report could “cause a national disaster.”

Attorney arrested after arsenal discovered at her home

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:06:13 GMT

Store of missiles, firearms found at lawyer's home in Rishon Lezion; attorney had represented criminal elements; remanded to 2 days custody.

Homeless man beaten to death 'by drunken group'

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 20:21:56 GMT

Police suspect the victim was set upon by the suspects without any prior cause or provocation; incident occurred in Rishon Lezion's old industrial area.

Dangerous al-Qaida propagandist eliminated

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:51:56 GMT

Analysis: Awlaki was instrumental in shaping a model for continued al-Qaida recruitment in a post-Bin Laden era.

2 arrested over deadly jewelry store robbery

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:43:07 GMT

2 suspects from town of Baka al-Gharbiya suspected of carrying out deadly robbery in Hod Hasharon last month, as well as carrying out another murder.

Man, baby killed when car overturns near Kiryat Arba

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:34:57 GMT

Judea and Samaria police arrive at scene to investigate incident; no rock throwing took place, according to IDF soldiers.

Aharonovitch in J'lem: Police ready for every scenario

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:21:18 GMT

As Abbas readies to make UN speech, public security minister holds evaluation meeting in Old City with police chief; police on high alert, brace for possibility of violent clashes; roughly 22,000 officers mobilized.

Police brace for violent clashes ahead of PA UN bid

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:05:05 GMT

As Abbas readies to make UN speech, roughly 22,000 officers mobilized; force on Special Alert Level 3C – one alert level before the highest.

PA: Obama will be responsible for failure of peace

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 01:07:20 GMT

Dozens of Palestinians protest in Ramallah, heeding officials' instructions to hold anti-Obama demonstrations in West Bank.

'I hope hit-and-run suspects stand trial in Israel'

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:21:07 GMT

French ambassador visits Lee Zeitouni’s bereaved relatives on Kibbutz Neveh Ur, confirms close cooperation between French and Israeli law enforcement.

Ice cream vendor ‘beat competitor with a club’

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 07:08:06 GMT

Man arrested in Ashdod for turf war attack; suspected of punching, hitting with a bat, puncturing rival's tires.

First female bomb squad officer joins the police

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:48:57 GMT

Inbal Gawai took part in graduation at police academy in Bet Shemesh after successfully completing grueling 10-month long training course.

Aharonovitch: Mass rioting by Palestinians not inevitable

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:28:46 GMT

"There's no need to create exaggerated expectations"; says Border Police, not IDF, could do better job securing Egyptian border

Israel Police envoy to Turkey to be relocated

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 20:23:47 GMT

Official "was unable to carry out duties vis-a-vis Turkish counterparts," will probably be moved to Romania, says Public Security Minister.

'Far right activist' detained over 'price-tag' attack

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 17:52:23 GMT

26-year-old West Bank resident suspected of sabotage attack on IDF base in response to Migron demolitions; sources say suspect is secular.

22 PIs arrested for using cellphone spyware

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 17:32:02 GMT

Arrests made for installing cell phone spying program that allowed remote access to conversations, text messages.

22 private investigators arrested for cell phone spying

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 16:02:22 GMT

Spyware program allowed remote access to conversations, text messages, and turned target's phone into listening device transmitter.

Police recommend Bat Yam mayor be prosecuted over bribery

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:04:09 GMT

No evidence found to back up suspicions of bribery on part of Supreme Court Judge Yoram Danziger who was questioned in affair.

Police complete final riot drill before PA statehood bid

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 03:10:26 GMT

“Experience has shown that we have to be ready for a sudden outbreak of violence,” Israel police chief says.

TA hit-and-run suspect: We made a big mistake

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 22:32:07 GMT

Speaking to Channel 10 from France, Claude Issac says "We want to be in Israel, to go to the family and explain how much it hurts us too."

Thousands gather for funeral of TA hit-and-run victim

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 19:41:33 GMT

Kibbutz Neve Or: Family and friends pay final respects to 25-year-old Pilates instructor Lee Zeitouni who was run over in north Tel Aviv.

Will hit and run fugitives stand trial in France?

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:28:48 GMT

Suspect fled Israel to Paris, leaving baby girl behind in care of foreign nanny; Justice Ministry says Israel, France have extradition treaty.

Int'l arrest warrant issued for French hit-and-run suspect

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 20:10:56 GMT

Two French nationals fled to Paris after their jeep struck and killed 25-year-old Lee Zeitouni, police say.

Police hunt for French tourist suspected of hit and run

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 01:14:47 GMT

BMW vehicle involved in accident that killed 25-year-old Lee Zeitouni found in TA parking lot; missing driver believed to have fled the country.

Law & Order: Soft power policing

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:17:16 GMT

An interview with southern police district's Arab Affairs officer reveals how close connections with an Arab community can prevent strife.

5 Arab-Israelis indicted for plotting terror attacks

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:51:18 GMT

Charges of Daburiyya residents include conspiracy to carry out attacks on Jews, explosives manufacturing, and computer hacking.

5 Arab-Israelis arrest on suspicion of plotting terror

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:36:02 GMT

'Dangerous terror cell' from Daburriya disrupted while allegedly planning multiple attacks; arrest carried out in coordination with police, Shin Bet.

Man murders girlfriend after she revealed affair

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:23:25 GMT

After five days, the suspect called police and told them he had murdered the woman, informing the officers where to find the body.

'Hamas weighing a resumption of suicide bombings'

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:08:41 GMT

Counter-terrorism expert: Group not deterred by IDF as government and public grow accustomed to cities falling under barrage of rockets.

Danino: Terror plots against southern Israel increasing

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:54:12 GMT

Police chief says weakening of Egyptian authorities being exploited by extremist elements, more difficult to coordinate security with Egypt.

Danino: Mass protests likely following Palestinian UN bid

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 13:08:17 GMT

Israel police chief says protests in Israeli territory to be expected, police have been instructed to act as they had with tent activists.

'Turkish hackers preparing cyber attack on Israeli sites'

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 20:43:18 GMT

Head of major Israeli website building company says defense systems have identified "tracks" left behind by Turkish hackers.

US condemns 'price-tag' attacks on W. Bank mosques

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 01:55:54 GMT

US State Department says Israel must arrest culprits; Palestinian sources report new vandalism at Bir Zeit University near Ramallah.

Palestinians report further 'price tag' attack in W. Bank

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:39:40 GMT

Slogans written in Hebrew calling for killing of Arabs sprayed on wall of Bir Zeit University near Ramallah, local sources claim.

2 men suspected of murdering woman on Ashdod beach

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:04:51 GMT

Police examining whether woman was attacked after refusing sexual advances; one suspects allegedly anonymously reported the body.

‘Price-tag’ vandals target second mosque this week

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 01:54:38 GMT

Two vehicles reportedly set on fire, vandals spray-paint mosque in W. Bank; attack follows vandalism at IDF base.

Police investigating new 'price tag' attacks in West Bank

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:21:51 GMT

Two vehicles reportedly set on fire, vandals spray-paint mosque in W. Bank; attack follows vandalism at IDF base.

After Migron demolitions, settlers take revenge at IDF base

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:24:57 GMT

Senior gov't leaders and the heads of the settlement movement condemn the infiltration of army base during which 13 vehicles were damaged.

Police set up task force to tackle far right in W. Bank

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:31:06 GMT

Netanyahu: "Price-tag" attack a despicable crime; 13 military vehicles vandalized by right-wing extremists in Judea and Samaria.

Netanyahu: 'Price-tag' attack a despicable crime

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:47:52 GMT

13 military vehicles marked with the words "Price Tag," and "Greetings from Migron"; IDF condemns vandalism, says culprits will be caught.

Danino must explain closure of trafficking unit

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 03:02:41 GMT

High Court of Justice summoned police chief Insp.-Gen. to appear within 30 days, provide explanation for closure of Sa’ar Unit.

Far-right suspected in mosque vandalism

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:15:25 GMT

Settlers allegedly set fire to, vandalize mosque near Nablus in response to earlier demolition of 3 homes in Migron outpost.

'Hamas decries any peace talks after mosque attack'

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 18:26:52 GMT

Settlers allegedly set fire to, vandalize mosque near Nablus in response to earlier demolition of 3 homes in Migron outpost.

Fayyad: Apparent mosque 'price tag' attack is terrorism

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 14:00:34 GMT

Settlers allegedly set fire to, vandalize mosque near Nablus in response to earlier demolition of 3 homes in Migron outpost.

40 Israelis detained, questioned in Istanbul airport

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:25:19 GMT

Travelers to Turkey detained for more than an hour upon landing in Istanbul; B-G airport security deny special treatment for Turks.

'Settlers vandalize, set fire to West Bank mosque'

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:10:06 GMT

Palestinians, Rabbis for Human Rights report mosque near Nablus vandalized in apparent "price tag" attack following Migron demolitions.

Youth stabbed on Ashdod beach

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 05:11:13 GMT

19-year-old man is in serious condition; fight broke out at a party held on Lido beach.

Football team chases down TA assassin

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 05:38:18 GMT

After deadly shooting, players practicing nearby help apprehend suspect.

Master Chef contestant arrested on suspicion of murder

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:37:37 GMT

Man who appeared on popular TV show nabbed in dramatic police raid on suspicion of bank robbery which ended in shooting death of guard.

'Akamai ex-employee leaked info to Israeli Consulate'

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:22:20 GMT

Report says ex-employee at US Internet technologies firm confessed to foreign economic espionage after being snared by FBI agent.

Tsanani probe raises questions about mob’s showbiz ties

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 02:14:09 GMT

Police fear elements of organized crime may also be setting sights on municipalities, land tenders and sports.

Nablus terrorist's custody extended by 10 days

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:20:11 GMT

Law enforcement officials said the man would be charged with attempted murder and armed robbery.

Palestinian Authority condemns Tel Aviv terrorist attack

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 16:41:52 GMT

PA president's office also condemns Israeli actions in Gaza, West Bank; terrorist carjacked taxi, rammed pedestrians, went on stabbing spree.

Barak: We won't let terror attacks affect our daily lives

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:18:18 GMT

Defense minister says security on high alert following terror attack outside south Tel Aviv club, intelligence of attack near Gaza.

Nablus man who attacked TA club named as Muhammad Sa’afan

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 09:11:17 GMT

Sa’afan confesses to ramming taxi he carjacked into a police roadblock outside of a crowded nightclub.

Mobster Domrani released to house arrest

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:20:06 GMT

Southern crime boss Shalom Domrani set free after cops fail to show link with Margalit Tsanani extortion case.

Border Police give combat training for Thai police unit

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:12:46 GMT

Thais requested counterterrorism training after suffering heavy casualties among officers in the unit.

Police chief: Over 1,000 teenagers were in targeted club

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:27:36 GMT

After south Tel Aviv terror attack, Danino says Border Police preparations "were extraordinary and prevented a big disaster."

Background: Ramming terror attacks in recent years

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:04:48 GMT

South Tel Aviv attack is 5th of its kind in past three years, including "Nakba Day" attack, "Jerusalem bulldozer attacks."

Fear has no scent or sound, but it has a color: 'Red’

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 08:03:31 GMT

Sderot’s mental health clinic manager speaks about the widening circle of PTSD sufferers in the South following Palestinian rockets.

Alleged TA crime figure Meir Abergil returns home

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 06:03:06 GMT

Following his extradition by the US in January, Abergil was released after agreeing to a plea bargain with the California district attorney.

IDF strikes targets in Gaza in response to rocket fire

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:43:18 GMT

IAF hits terror targets in Strip; 9-month-old baby's hand injured as 1 of 2 rockets fired near Ashkelon causes car to go up in flames.

Baby lightly injured after rocket falls near Ashkelon

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 23:18:34 GMT

9-month-old girl's hand injured as rocket fired near Ashkelon causes car to go up in flames; IAF strikes Gaza after barrage of rockets hit South.

Iron Dome intercepts Gaza rocket fired at Beersheba

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:41:40 GMT

IAF strikes Gaza after barrage of rockets slams South; Palestinians say 1 killed, several wounded during strike on rocket cell; 7 rockets fall in Eshkol Regional Council, Ofakim, Ashkelon.

IAF strikes Gaza after barrage of rockets slams South

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:53:27 GMT

Palestinians say one killed, several wounded during strike on rocket cell; 7 rockets fall in Eshkol Regional Council, Ofakim, Ashkelon; Home Front Command cancels "Breeza" Festival in Ashkelon.

7 rockets fired from Gaza slam South; no injuries

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:07:35 GMT

Rockets fall in Eshkol Regional Council, Ofakim, Ashkelon; Home Front Command cancels "Breeza" Festival in Ashkelon following rocket fire alerts in South; air raid sirens heard in Beersheba region.

Kassam rocket falls north of Gaza; no injuries reported

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:45:51 GMT

Home Front cancels "Breeza" Festival in Ashkelon following rocket fire alerts in South; public asked to follow safety instructions.

Southern mob boss held in connection with Tzanani probe

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:03:36 GMT

Shalom Donrani suspected of being involved with alleged extortion of music agent by singer Margalit Tzanani.

Tzanani ‘central player’ in extortion case, say police

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 03:49:25 GMT

Cops say they’ve learned new details, reports say TV presenter questioned over affair.

Kassam explodes near Ashkelon despite 'ceasefire'

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 04:29:19 GMT

Rocket is 4th to explode in South after 3 previous projectiles fired from Gaza fall in region following unofficial ceasefire announcement.

'Hamas officials go underground in fear of Israeli attack'

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:04:44 GMT

Hamas PM Haniyeh, senior official Zahar operating with restricted movement within Gaza, according to Arab media.

Netanyahu: We won't carry out large-scale Gaza operation

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:48:45 GMT

Diplomatic source says Hamas is trying to weaken state's international support: "Israel must do all it possibly can to achieve calm."

More rockets fired at South despite reports of ceasefire

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:53:33 GMT

Rocket intercepted by Iron Dome; several land in open territory; IAF thwarts rocket-launching cells in northern Gaza.

More rockets fired at South despite reports of ceasefire

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 22:13:32 GMT

One rocket intercepted by Iron Dome, a second falls south of Ashkelon; Color Red siren activated heard throughout South; new rocket fire puts reported ceasefire with Hamas in question.

School in Beersheba hit as 'Iron Dome' intercepts 4 Grads

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 12:10:29 GMT

Two rockets fired from Gaza land in Egypt; at least 15 rockets launched into Israel this morning; 3 fired at Ashkelon, one at Beersheba are intercepted; southern Israel hit by nearly 100 Gazan rockets over weekend.

School in Beersheba hit as 'Iron Dome' intercepts 4 Grads

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 09:54:51 GMT

At least 12 rockets launched into Israel this morning; Beersheba school hit by Grad, none hurt; 3 fired at Ashkelon, one at Beersheba are intercepted; southern Israel hit by nearly 100 Gazan rockets over weekend.

Man hurt in Beersheba attack dies of his wounds

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 07:40:14 GMT

2 others critically injured; southern Israel hit by more than 80 Gazan rockets; man killed named as Yossi Shoshan, 38; Iron Dome stops 4 rockets.

Southern Israel hit by 80 Gazan rockets

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 02:18:23 GMT

One dead in Beersheba; baby, child lightly wounded in Ofakim; Ashdod, Ashkelon, farming communities also targeted.

Gaza rockets intensify in South; Grads in Ashdod, Beersheba

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:59:38 GMT

Three Palestinian workers injured by Grad in Ashdod; eight hospitalized in Beersheba area attack with light injuries, shock; rockets, mortar strike in Gaza border region.

Grad rocket blasts injure three Palestinians in Ashdod

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:18:33 GMT

Hamas says it's ending truce in place since Cast Lead; MDA treating 3 Palestinians for serious injuries; 1 injured by rocket near Beersheba.

IAF hits Gaza launching cell; Iron Dome intercepts rocket

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 23:24:22 GMT

Three rockets explode in Eshkol Regional council, no injuries reported; seven injured by Grad rocket that explodes in Ashdod yeshiva; small fire started by rocket explosion near Kiryat Malachi in the South.

'Iron Dome' intercepts rocket fired from Gaza at Ashkelon

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:49:37 GMT

Two more rockets from Gaza explode in Eshkol Region

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:18:39 GMT

Seven injured by Grad rocket that explodes in Ashdod yeshiva; small fire started by rocket explosion near Kiryat Malachi in the South.

Prepared for the worst, hoping for the best

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 18:06:57 GMT

As the Palestinians’ planned statehood bid looms, 7,000 specially trained riot police are on standby in the event of major violence.

Ashdod: Mother of two recalls Grad rockets hitting city

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:24:46 GMT

Rocket attack damages a synagogue, leaves seven wounded; "I heard an enormous explosion, and thought of my kids."

Eight killed in massive terror assault near Eilat

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:53:55 GMT

IDF sources say terrorists likely planned to abduct a soldier or a civilian who would then be transferred to the Gaza Strip.

‘This won’t weaken our pearl in the desert’

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 02:24:56 GMT

Eliat mayor pledges resilience despite tragedy; prime minister and president phone Meir Yitzhak-Halevi to express solidarity.

Counter-terror officer killed by terrorist fire near Eilat

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:56:24 GMT

Paskal Avrahami, 49, was veteran member of counter-terrorism unit, killed while searching for terrorists who killed 7 in three-stage attack.

Counter-terror officer killed by terrorist fire near Eilat

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:49:57 GMT

Pascal Avrahami killed in firefight while taking part in sweeps of the region north of Eilat to search for additional terrorists who remained on the scene from earlier attacks; Israeli death toll rises to eight.

Counter-terror officer killed by terrorist fire near Eilat

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:23:06 GMT

Additional shooting attack north of Eilat, one injured

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:08:12 GMT

IDF, police forces still searching area for terrorists; Russo says IDF was on alert for attack from Sinai; seven killed in terror attack.

Police beef up forces, call on public to be vigilant

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 15:12:07 GMT

After triple terrorist attack, Police chief heads to Eilat, gives special instructions to security cars, public transport officials in South.

Police: Criminals integrated with entertainment world

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:26:40 GMT

Singer Tzanani remanded for six more days; alleged victim, agent Assaf Atadegi, says "no one threatened me."

Tzanani affair: Court extends singer's remand by 9 days

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:07:34 GMT

Defense attorneys plan to appeal nine-day extension; Tzanani to be held along with three others, including producer, crime-ring affiliates.

Justice Ministry report slams prison conditions

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 05:48:48 GMT

Report says the Prisons Service lacks basic equipment, and that prisoners exposed at times to the effects of weather conditions.

'Star is Born' judge arrested for alleged mob ties

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 10:47:18 GMT

Singer Margalit Tzanani is arrested along with organized crime members following undercover investigation by Lahav 433 police unit.

Gaza: 1 Hamas operative dead, 5 wounded in IAF strikes

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:01:01 GMT

Palestinian sources: Air strike wounds 3 gunmen; separate strike targets smuggling tunnel; rocket lands in open territory outside Beersheba.

Cops investigating Ramot slayings far from spotlight

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 02:43:18 GMT

Analysis: Commanders will receive updates on intelligence and forensic work and will attempt to draw up leads.

Palestinian rocket fired from Gaza explodes near Beersheba

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:52:27 GMT

Rocket lands in open territory outside Negev city; police response team identifies impact zone; no injuries or damages reported.

Security guard shot dead in Be’er Ya’acov bank heist

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:26:31 GMT

Bank robber opens fire on guard during heist; gunman flees on motorbike; police mobilized, using helicopter to find suspect.

Schalit activists block Palestinian prisoners' relatives

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:48:04 GMT

Protesters stand in front of bus, with signs that read "Who is visiting Gilad?"; 'Al Hayat': Israeli, Hamas envoys in Cairo for Schalit talks.

Police chief invites Beduin leaders for Ramadan meal

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:07:28 GMT

Invitation to Iftar was answered by Beduin heads of regional councils, sheikhs, other notables, and an IDF representative.

Argument between ‘friends’ ends in bottle stabbing

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 03:25:30 GMT

A 16-year-old boy from Petah Tikva is under arrest after allegedly stabbing 17-year-old, who escapes with light injuries.

Gaza engineer describes Hamas rocket experiments

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:12:15 GMT

Sections of investigation into Dirar Abu Sisi, taken into custody from Ukraine and brought to Israel, released for publication.

Dentist held for ‘sexual assault under anesthesia’

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 06:58:44 GMT

The dentist is suspected of “touching the girl inappropriately” after administrating dental drugs that dazed her.

Police say violence at soccer games down

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:59:33 GMT

102 criminal cases involving violence at stadiums were investigated this past year, compared to 123 last year.

Settlers detained after entering Palestinian Hebron

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 02:37:48 GMT

Baruch Marzel, who was among those stopped by security forces, tell 'Post' the settlers had applied for a permit to worship at the tomb, but the IDF denied their application.

Ex-Israeli senior cops: 'London police were unprepared'

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:58:06 GMT

Former senior Israeli police officer says most police forces can't cope with incidents on scale of UK riots.

Toddler dies after being forgotten in vehicle in Netanya

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:26:39 GMT

3-year-old left in pre-school transport vehicle for hours; MDA paramedics unable to resuscitate her; driver detained by police for questioning.

Southern farming community hit by mortar shells

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:05:36 GMT

No injuries reported in terrorist attack; head of regional council concerned by intentions of the government to cut budgets next year.

Colombians who smuggled drugs in their bodies hospitalized

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 05:09:59 GMT

TA: Police say suspects have so far excreted 2.5 kilograms of liquid cocaine, could release more.

IAF hits five Gaza targets in response to rockets

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 04:52:07 GMT

Palestinians report buildings on fire in Khan Yunis; IDF Spokesman confirms strikes on four targets in central Strip, strike in South.

Father of ‘Son of Hamas’ author released from prison

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 02:44:56 GMT

200 Palestinian prisoners, 500 Israeli convicts released; Noam Schalit expresses frustration.

IDF strikes Gaza in response to rocket fire on Lachish

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 23:04:16 GMT

Palestinian reportedly injured in IAF strike on eastern Gaza; no injuries or damages reported in rocket attack on Lachish Regional Council.

Larger escalation on Gaza front not expected

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 18:11:12 GMT

Following Katyusha rocket attacks on south Israel the IAF has bombed two targets in northern Gaza and a smuggling tunnel in the South.

'Jerusalem Post' targeted by cyber-attack

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:01:42 GMT

During peak of denial-of-service attack, 10,000 spam emails were sent in a minute; hackers also tried but failed to control 'Post's firewall.

IDF strikes targets in Gaza in retaliation to rockets

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:16:35 GMT

Grad rocket lands in Ashkelon city boundaries; police say road damaged; earlier rocket lands near Kiryat Gat; 5 hurt while running for shelter.

Police find no criminal wrongdoing in Harpaz affair

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 05:34:32 GMT

Lahav 433, Shin Bet say a number of problematic aspects emerged during probe “that required clarification by the relevant authorities.”

Policeman dies after stabbing 4 years ago

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 03:26:32 GMT

Shlomi Asulin, aged 31 and a father of two, had been hospitalized at Sheba Hospital, where his condition deteriorated in 2010.

Israel Post Office employee ‘stole cash from mail’

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:05:16 GMT

Officers from the Ashkelon police station launched an undercover investigation and installed secret CCTV cameras in the post office.

‘Time to distinguish between hard and soft drugs’

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:01:59 GMT

Justice Ministry official: Attorney-general has told state prosecutors to operate on the basis of such a distinction.

'Itamar massacre' killer, Hakim Awad, convicted

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 19:33:56 GMT

Hakim Awad found guilty in Samaria Military court in brutal murder of five members of Fogel family, accomplice awaits trial.

Military court convicts Hakim Awad of Fogel murders

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 18:57:17 GMT

18-year-old Palestinian admits to killing, together with partner Amjad Awad, five members of Fogel family in W. Bank settlement of Itamar.

'Extremist right-wing activists' banned from West Bank

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:59:22 GMT

Settlement spokesman blasts orders as 'wicked expulsions without trial', says guilt should be proven through evidence in a court of law.

'Yitzhar injunctions are tools forbidden in a democracy'

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:47:14 GMT

After 12 Yitzhar residents banned from West Bank, Yesha Council chair Dayan says decrees cannot replace democratic due process.

'Extreme right-wing activists' banned from Yitzhar

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:20:24 GMT

West Bank residents suspected of widespread, violent acts against Palestinians, arson attacks on mosques, cars, buildings.

IAF strikes several Gaza targets following Kassam attack

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:16:03 GMT

Air Force action comes in response to Kassam rocket fired at southern Israel, moderately injuring a woman in her fifties.

Netanya rabbi charged with rape will remain in custody

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:52:25 GMT

Lawyer describes David Ben-Haham Hafuta as ‘normative’ 63-year-old family man posing "no threat."

Kingpin Francois Abutbul shot dead

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 11:50:47 GMT

Police had repeatedly warned Netanya organized crime boss he was in danger; two assassins on a motorcycle fire into his car at gas station.

July 31, 2011: Two men killed in Taibe drive-by

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 03:28:23 GMT

Two men were shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in Taibe; Police wages set to finally rise; Wife of Yitzhak Shamir dies at 88.

Abuhatzeira killer sent for psychiatric exam

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 17:53:13 GMT

Tens of thousands of stunned mourners attend famous rabbi, Baba Sali's grandson's funeral in Jerusalem; PM expresses shock at murder.

PM expresses shock at murder of Rabbi Abuchatzeira

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:44:29 GMT

Netanyahu praises work of "spiritual leader who helped so many Israelis"; tens of thousands mourn death of Baba Sali's grandson.

Tens of thousands mourn murdered Rabbi Abuchatzeira

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 13:36:09 GMT

Baba Sali's grandson murdered by visitor to his yeshiva; suspect, Asher Dahan, remanded for 2 weeks, judge orders psychiatric evaluation.

Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzeira to be laid to rest in J'lem

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 11:21:25 GMT

Baba Sali's grandson murdered by visitor to his yeshiva; suspect, Rabbi Asher Dahan, remanded for 2 weeks, judge orders psychiatric evaluation.

Beersheba rabbi stabbed to death

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:18:25 GMT

Rabbi Elazar Abuchatzeira, a well known rabbi, is murdered by a visitor to his yeshiva; bystanders turn suspect over to police; motive unknown.

Hundreds demand affordable housing in Rehovot

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 20:16:27 GMT

"Right, left, religious secular, we are all in the movement," activists say following successful spread of tent protests around the country.

US, Aussie police to visit Israel counter-terror program

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 15:09:38 GMT

Group will visit the sites of 16 terrorist attacks and hear about how the Israel Police responds to mass casualty incidents.

Police chief to officers: Act sensitively with activists

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:34:42 GMT

Violence, attacks on public employees will be met with more severe law enforcement; Court rules 3 TA protesters can return to Rothschild

Netanya man stabbed to death due to 'neighbors dispute'

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:20:41 GMT

In Ashdod, teen seriously injured in assault, man injured by motorcycle shooting in unrelated incidents.

Attorney charged for hiring hit on state witness

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:24:46 GMT

Finkelstein was already jailed for failed bombing, arson attempts, when he sought to hire undercover policeman to off state witness in his case.

Two brothers from Ghajar nabbed for smuggling cocaine

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:01:02 GMT

Brothers believed to have smuggled drugs from Lebanese citizen; Lebanon Border Unit makes arrest.

Court orders release of 8 arrested in TA housing rally

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:51:54 GMT

All but one are released on conditions, including a one-week ban from entering "Tent City" protest camp; police had sought remand extension.

Tens of thousands rally in Tel Aviv for affordable housing

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 08:43:17 GMT

8 of 43 people arrested on suspicion of attacking police brought for remand hearing; in largest social demonstration in years, people march from Habima to TA Museum”; PM to unveil plan to address housing shortage.

Law and Order: Not just another statistic

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:50:56 GMT

Police are catching 85% of drivers in hit-and-run accidents, but beyond the figures, it's important to remember the human cost, says niece of victim.

Ashams radio launches campaign against murder of Arab women

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 04:31:08 GMT

Nazareth area radio station calls on political, social, religious leaders to take active role in stamping out homicide of women in Arab society.

Two arrested over inappropriate Facebook messages

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 04:16:58 GMT

Mother's male friend beats man who was suspected of sending her daughter messages of sexual nature through social media site.

Following spate of blazes, Police go on fire watch

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:16:22 GMT

Noting recent blazes in Jerusalem and Ein Tina forest, the police’s head of Operations Branch, Cmdr. Nissim Mor, ordered all police districts to draw up plans to prevent fires.

Ashdod gang members who stabbed people ‘randomly’ arrested

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:03:14 GMT

Suspects, 5 adults and 5 minors, stabbed 2 people on Ashdod beach, fatally wounding one, leaving second man in critical condition.

Senior police officer reportedly refuses alcohol test

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 03:31:00 GMT

Jerusalem officer asked to undergo routine "breathalizer" test after he arrived at police checkpoint in Talpiot wearing civilian clothes.

3 teens found guilty of sexual offenses against youth

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:17:33 GMT

Acts occurred when American-Israeli was in jail; Mother tells 'Post': My son can finally sleep.

Attorney suspected of ordering killings rearrested

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 21:19:59 GMT

Gor Finkelstein faces new charges of ordering the killing of a state witness to prevent him from testifying.

Lawyer suspected of hiring hit man to kill witness

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:08:16 GMT

Charges against attorney Gor Finkelstein include ordering hits on ex-wife, her boyfriend, city official, plot to blow up Jaffa Scientology Center.

11 Chinese workers hurt in Netanya industrial area blast

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 03:22:35 GMT

Blast on first floor of structure partially collapses several apartments on floors above, where the men were living; restaurant on 1st floor also goes up in flames.

Netanya: 'Building where blast occurred likely to collapse'

Sat, 16 Jul 2011 13:32:03 GMT

Municipality deems building "dangerous" after explosion there causes number of apartments to collapse and injures 11 people.

Netanya: 11 people injured in building explosion

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 21:40:27 GMT

Blast likely occurred on roof, police say, causing second floor to collapse; all the injured were foreign workers.

Law & Order: Just when you thought it was over

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:05:12 GMT

Moshe Katsav made unexpected return to headlines this week with news that he hired PIs to approach people linked to witnesses in his trial.

Hod Hasharon man lived under dead man’s name

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 06:17:57 GMT

Man arrested after lodging a complaint with police on stolen phones that led to the discovery.

New 3-D firefighting program predicts flame direction

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:16:55 GMT

New computer-based system will calculate factors such as weather, topography, temperature, wind direction to forecast a fire’s progress.

Israeli police arrest employee of Israel embassy in Jordan

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 04:36:33 GMT

According to suspicions, the accountant illegally lifted funds that were meant for purchases, salaries of other employees.

Did Katsav's PIs break the law?

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 02:50:39 GMT

Police are adamant that two private investigators hired on behalf of Katsav crossed legal line by harassing witnesses, violating privacy.

Police: Katsav hired PIs to undermine accusers

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:15:53 GMT

Ahead of former president’s appeal, officers probe suspicions that investigators approached witnesses.

Thirty-eight 'Flightilla' activists deported to Europe

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 19:00:11 GMT

Remainder of 124 pro-Palestinian activists being detained are expected to be put on flights in the near future.

Police probing YouTube clip comparing police to Nazis

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:44:15 GMT

Clip compares special patrol officers to Nazi soldiers; video believed to have been produced by far-right elements.

Pro-Palestinian activists plan week of protests in W. Bank

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:30:40 GMT

Foreign activists to take a stand in support of Palestinian statehood in second phase of the "Welcome to Palestine" campaign.

Ayalon thanks European states for helping stop 'flightilla'

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 12:58:11 GMT

Deputy foreign minister says assistance proves Israel is not alone; Yishai commends immigration authorities for stopping activists.

B-G Airport: 39 pro-Palestinian activists denied entry

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 10:17:12 GMT

Activists arrive on Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt as part of "air flotilla," taken to Beersheba prison for questioning; 124 refused entry in total, awaiting deportation; Yishai commends efforts by security forces.

Yishai commends 'Flightilla' security forces at B-G airport

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 03:24:18 GMT

Interior minister applauds security efforts to prevent "Air Flotilla" as several hundred foreign activists arrive at Ben-Gurion Airport.

'Air Flotilla' lands, 69 activists barred entry

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:17:00 GMT

250 suspected pro-Palestinian activists detained from among five different flights for police questioning; Four activists returned home; Danino says police have met gov't goals at Ben-Gurion Airport.

6 Israeli activists arrested at airport; planes diverted

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:37:40 GMT

Left-wing activists arrested after causing disturbance at airport; police checking EasyJet, Alitalia flights believed to carry bulk of pro-Palestinian "flightilla" activists; Aharonovitch: 100 activists expected to land.

B-G Airport: 2 pro-Palestinian activists denied entry

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:55:06 GMT

Police forces reduced at night as many activists prevented from departing European airports due to "black list" sent by Interior Ministry.

Aid stolen from Holocaust survivors

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:41:16 GMT

Volunteers from the Association for Immediate Help for Holocaust Survivors say organization was devastated by a violent robbery.

Interior Ministry: Airlines must keep activists off planes

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:33:44 GMT

Every country has the "basic right" to bar "provocateurs," Netanyahu declares; terror victims say they’ll stage counter-demonstration.

Four ex-cops under threat from mafia given firearms

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:01:42 GMT

Former Nahariya police officers who were convicted for targeting a mob boss in 2006 also given bodyguards; one officer was shot last week.

Majdal Shams man gets 8 months for Naksa Day rioting

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:15:24 GMT

Nasser Shaer, 37, first person sentenced for throwing rocks at security forces during Syria border skirmishes, admits to charges in plea deal.

Police prepare for arrival of 'air flotilla' activists

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:17:30 GMT

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists due to arrive at airport; PM: I've ordered all security agencies to avoid unneeded confrontations.

Police preparing for ‘aerial flotilla’ for ‘Palestine'

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 23:35:22 GMT

Some 700 activists taking part in event backed by 40 Palestinian NGOs; police hope to prevent "provocative incident that could cause disruption."

Couple arrested for selling banned diet pills

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 07:19:24 GMT

The owners, a man, 51, and his wife, 38, presented the pills as “natural” slimming supplements, police said.

’Disgraceful police salaries require immediate solution'

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 07:10:34 GMT

At present, starting police officers cannot hope to pass NIS 5,000 a month mark until he, she rises through five ranks.

Settler leaders protest dearth of buses to Joseph’s Tomb

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 07:10:02 GMT

Settlers, right-wing politicians are in midst of campaign to return tomb, located at site of biblical city of Shechem, to Israeli control.

Cyber attack can 'collapse states,' Knesset c'ttee warns

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:38:13 GMT

MK Sheetrit: No military can come to the rescue of a cyber attack; official says such attacks are no longer science fiction.

Court extends remand of suspect in hit-and-run accident

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 14:21:08 GMT

Remand of Roni Levi extended by six days day after he was suspected of killing man and pregnant wife on Route 4, and not stopping to help.

Police ask for remand extension of hit-and-run driver

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 12:37:26 GMT

Suspected driver in accident that killed man and pregnant wife surrenders to police, says he didn't stop to help because he was alarmed by scene.

Hit-and-run truck driver gives himself up to police

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 07:00:56 GMT

31-year-old Jaffa resident suspected of running over man, his pregnant wife then fleeing Route 4 accident scene without stopping to help.

Analysis: Location is everything

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 01:32:37 GMT

Decision to hold protest against Rabbi Ya’acov Yosef's detainment across from Supreme Court highlights struggle within Orthodox establishment.

Couple changing tire killed by truck in hit and run

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:57:31 GMT

Kiryat Malachi man and pregnant wife, recently returned from delayed honeymoon, were expecting first child.

Following shooting, 4 ex-cops to receive bodyguards

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:24:38 GMT

Police decide security measures inadequate after Eldad Hadad, one of the officers who attempted to target an organized crime boss, was subject to assassination attempt.

Hamas prisoners refuse Prisons Service meals

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 11:51:47 GMT

Prisons Service spokeswoman rejects reports of a hunger strike, says prisoners eating food purchased with own money is a "routine."

Rabbi Yaakov Yosef arrested for suspected incitement

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 07:29:25 GMT

Son of Shas spiritual leader Ovadia Yosef rejected police summons last week for investigation into his endorsement of 'Torat Hamelech,' which endorses the killing of gentiles; MK Ben-Ari slams arrest.

Suspect nabbed in Nahariya shooting of ex-police officer

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 01:14:14 GMT

Former police detective shot near synagogue in which he prayed; Hadad is 1 of 4 officers convicted of targeting organized crime chief.

Nahariya: Ex-Officer who targeted mob kingpin shot, injured

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 22:19:28 GMT

Police say "number of shots" fired at Eldad Hadad near synagogue in which he prayed; Hadad one of 4 officers to serve time for targeting home of organized crime chief, Michael Mor.

2nd rabbi ignores summons over book controversy

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:31:24 GMT

Cops want to ask Ya’acov Yosef about alleged endorsement of ‘Torat Hamelech’ which allows Jews to kill gentiles under certain conditions.

Rabbi Yosef refuses police summons for questioning

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 14:24:00 GMT

Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's son is last of rabbis who endorsed 'Torat Hamelech' to ignore police summons; arrest now appears likely.

Rabbi Yosef refuses police summons for questioning

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:39:42 GMT

Rabbi Ovadia Yosef's son is last of rabbis who endorsed 'Torat Hamelech' to ignore police summons; arrest now appears likely.

Man stabs Arab for ‘looking at my sister’

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:47:06 GMT

Netanya resident confesses to following, stabbing construction worker; suspect's remand extended through end of legal proceedings.

TA court gives Internet pedophile 12 years in prison

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:34:38 GMT

Avinoam Braverman sentenced for charges of rape, sodomizing minors, and distributing pedophilic materials, will pay victims NIS 70,000.

Teen arrested for threatening to ‘make cop disappear'

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:11:53 GMT

Police have asked the court to keep 15-year-old in custody until the end of legal proceedings.

Terrorist motive suspected in Beersheba hammer attack

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:58:59 GMT

Man attacks random passersby with hammer, teargas outside Beesheba municipality; police launch manhunt after suspect.

Rabbi Lior released; hundreds protest at Supreme Court

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:24:51 GMT

Kiryat Arba rabbi questioned for endorsing book condoning killing of non-Jews; religious political community furious; 9 detained in protests.

Kiryat Arba chief Rabbi arrested over book endorsement

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:50:39 GMT

Dov Lior endorsed book condoning murder of non-Jews; MK Katz: arrest is an act that shows 'disgrace of the Torah.'

'Palestinian prisoners aren’t hunger-striking'

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:01:33 GMT

Following prisoners' plan to go on hunger strike, prison authority says no inmates refused meals; MK: "Prisoners can strike as much as they like."

Hamas prisoners eat despite plan to go on hunger strike

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:21:26 GMT

Move comes after Hamas spokesperson announces prisoners to go on 1-day hunger strike in protest of PM's decision to revoke privileges.

Traffic Police revokes license of 250 drivers over weekend

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 05:08:56 GMT

Hundreds of police officers and volunteers took up undercover and overt positions during the enforcement operation, which was held throughout the country.

Infant hospitalized after being forgotten by dad in car

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:28:14 GMT

Baby in serious condition after being left in car for nearly 3 hours; police warn parents about dangers of absent mindedness during summer.

Meet Israel's most elite Arab Muslim cop

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:49:20 GMT

Jamal Hakrush, the first Muslim policeman to reach the rank of lieutenant-commander, is about to take on the challenges of the Traffic Police.

Avi Luzon questioned by police in 'game fixing probe'

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:25:45 GMT

Football Association chief reportedly questioned for two hours by Yavne police; probe involves allegations of game fixing and bribing a judge.

Military vet perplexed by decision to revoke gun license

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 04:04:11 GMT

Bobby Sargel, who made aliya from the UK in 1987, says he was arrested after coming under an unprovoked rock attack.

New enforcement unit goes after ‘traffic thugs’ in Dimona

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 02:50:16 GMT

Force comprised of police, municipal inspectors with new powers issues 94 tickets to drivers parking on sidewalk, committing dangerous road offenses.

Raid on gas company, arrests after deadly Netanya explosion

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 02:18:50 GMT

Inspectors seize documents, computers as part of investigation into apartment complex blast that claimed four lives.

Remand of suspects in Netanya blast extended by 5 days

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:00:41 GMT

Gas explosions kill 3 teenager girls, 1 man ; alleged thief, gas technician suspected of manslaughter, death by negligence.

Remand hearing to be held for 2 suspects in gas blast

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 09:45:02 GMT

Suspected gas explosion rocks building in Netanya; 4 dead, 90 hurt; technician who was later called to repair cables suspected of negligence.

The Egyptian doctor who globalized his caliphate crusade

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 05:13:12 GMT

Background: Bin Laden replacement Zawahri's life story contains within it the story of how the modern al-Qaida network was formed.

'Gas explosion' rocks building in Netanya; 4 dead, 90 hurt

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 01:15:46 GMT

Police: Blast at 4-story building caused by gas tank; terror attack ruled out, but foul play allegations being investigated; suspect reportedly detained.

Eritrean man reportedly kills wife, son, then hangs himself

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:59:55 GMT

Man's body found in forest outside Ashkelon; in a separate incident, a 49-year-old man from Acre was shot to death while driving in his car.

J’lem resident arrested for deadly shooting of Palestinian

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:03:20 GMT

Judea and Samaria police arrest man suspected of killing Udi Nahar Kadus, 19, near the West Bank village of Arak Burin.

Israel Police gets its first Muslim Lt.-Cmdr.

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 02:49:22 GMT

Meanwhile, Israel Fire and Rescue Service begins largest ever recruitment drive.

Police suspect double murder, suicide in Ashkelon

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:18:39 GMT

Police find mother, infant dead in apartment; police suspect man found hanged was woman's husband, killed the two, then himself.

Deadly shooting in Lod leaves locals on edge

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 02:27:38 GMT

Woman killed in attack that was likely result of dispute between Arab clans; in Dimona, 43-year-old man shot to death, execution-style.

Gov't employee arrested for selling visas to migrants

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:02:40 GMT

Interior Ministry employee arrested following long undercover investigation, suspected of bribery, fraud and forgery offenses.

‘Rabbi used mystical threats to force girl to have sex'

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:53:15 GMT

Netanya Rabbi David Ben-Haham Hafuta charged with forcing a 13-year-old girl into having sex with him by exploiting his authority.

Cops release 4 Yitzhar settlers detained for 'incitement'

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:18:56 GMT

Three are suspected of incitement to violence via Hakol Hayehudi website; one is suspected of setting fire to a Palestinian field, police say.

Four killed in Haifa crash

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 02:04:01 GMT

Driver loses control of car, slams into wall at Hatehni School in Haifa; police are investigating the cause of the accident.

New police spokesman already taking fire

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 03:26:53 GMT

Hillel Partuk eportedly provided late responses to requests for information and disrupted planned stories.

Police probe double hit and run accidents

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:40:36 GMT

Separate incidents left a 14-year-old girl seriously injured in Pardes Hanna and two teenagers wounded in Haifa.

Netanyahu: Israel should be a global cyber-power

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:38:44 GMT

PM warns stresses importance of R&D in defense industry; Yuval Diskin: Syria has set up "virtual army" to tackle online activities against Assad rule.

Knesset alarmed by disbanding of anti-trafficking unit

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 03:30:45 GMT

Knesset Subcommittee on Trafficking in Women protest closure of Sa'ar branch of unit; say move will harm efforts to stop women trafficking.

West Bank mosque arson condemned

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:40:16 GMT

Vandals write "price tag" on wall; UN Envoy: Israel responsible for protecting Palestinian sites; US: Vandalism undermines comprehensive peace.

Barak: Mosque arson attack intended to harm peace

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:08:45 GMT

Arsonists set fire to Ramallah mosque, scrawl graffiti on walls in suspected "price tag" attack; Abbas orders refurbishing of mosque.

Mosque vandalized in suspected 'Price Tag' attack

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:18:05 GMT

Arsonists set fire to Ramallah mosque, scrawl graffiti, including "Alei Ayin," on walls; Abbas orders immediate refurbishing of mosque.

Mosque vandalized in suspected 'price Tag' attack

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 10:19:33 GMT

Arsonists set fire to Ramallah mosque carpet, scrawl graffiti, including "Alei Ayin," the name of demolished outpost, on walls.

Vandals damage mosque in village near Ramallah

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:56:21 GMT

Suspects set fire to mosque carpet, scrawl name of evacuated settlement; police and IDF launch joint investigation team.

Knesset c'tee worried by disbandment of Sa'ar police unit

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 05:15:32 GMT

Members of panel against trafficking women say decision to shut the Sa'ar branch of the national 433 Unit harms efforts against human trafficking.

IDF preparing for Al-Quds Day riots at borders, W. Bank

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 04:36:39 GMT

Military sources say troops will remain in Golan Heights as internet organizers continue efforts to organize final "Naksa Day" event.

'Cybernetics arms race is underway,' new study says

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:59:54 GMT

INSS report says unique attributes of cybernetics battle arena include ability to strike enemies far away without endangering any personnel.

Police on high alert in Golan, J'lem after Naksa Day

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:27:53 GMT

Spokesman Rosenfeld denies report that police contemplating a closure of the Majdal Shams area ahead of Shavuot holiday.

IDF actions signal Israel’s seriousness over sovereignty

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 01:46:15 GMT

Analysis: Several lessons from last month's "Nakba" riots were vital to minimizing casualties in renewed Syrian border clashes.

IDF rebuffs ‘Naksa’ rioters trying to cross Syrian border

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:56:41 GMT

Syria claims "23 killed, 350 wounded" in border clashes; confrontation could go on for days as protesters set up camp in Kuneitra for the night.

Syrian TV: 20 killed, 225 hurt in Naksa Day border protest

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:09:41 GMT

Hundreds of Palestinian rioters repeatedly try to infiltrate Israel in two locations on northern border; IDF repels protesters.

US on Naksa clashes: Israel has right to defend itself

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 22:25:24 GMT

State Department says it is "deeply troubled," calls for both sides to exercise restraint after Syrian TV reports 18 people dead, 277 injured as thousands of protesters attempt to breach northern border.

Syrian TV: 18 killed, 277 hurt in Naksa Day border protest

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 21:01:09 GMT

IDF does not confirm casualty count, says soldiers firing at infiltrator's lower bodies when warnings not heeded; armed men seen on Syrian side of border; protesters set off 4 land mines at border in Kunetra.

Palestinian youths charged with slaughter of Fogel family

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 18:59:30 GMT

"I'm proud of what I did, I did it all for Palestine," one of the suspects says during an appearance in court, "I would do it again."

Gallery: Naksa Day protests erupt along country borders

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 18:21:05 GMT

Palestinians, Left-wing activists clash with IDF, police forces along Syrian border, Gaza's Erez crossing, Kalandia border crossing.

Naksa Day: 6 reported dead, 12 hurt on Israel-Syria border

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:20:05 GMT

Red Cross given access to wounded; IDF confirms injuries, not deaths; armed men seen on Syrian side of border; demonstrators still attempting to breach border; TV shows protesters carried away on stretchers.

IDF deploys Iron Dome near Sderot

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 03:35:23 GMT

Move marks the first time that the rocket-stricken town was placed under a protective shield since the first Qassam fell on it over a decade ago.

'Dagan 'fully entitled' to express views on Iran attack'

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:14:56 GMT

Former Shin Bet director Avi Dichter to the 'Post': "I'm glad he spoke out"; Mossad official says Dagan has the right to express his opinion.

IDF readies ‘firm, but non-lethal’ response along borders

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 01:14:05 GMT

As 1967 war anniversary nears, military bolsters North for "Naksa Day" marches; Lebanese army reportedly keen to avoid border breach.

'Schalit's kidnappers are 'dying in unfortunate accidents''

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:06:26 GMT

Homeland Security Minister Vilna'i says that even Hamas PM Haniyeh doesn't know the Schalit's location; J'lem must make exchange.

'Muslim Brothers using mosques as party branches'

Tue, 31 May 2011 18:20:08 GMT

Former Mossad chief Shabtai Shavit warns Islamist group is gradually seeking to create a Shari'a state in Egypt.

Man stabs ex-girlfriend's partner to death near Haifa

Tue, 31 May 2011 13:19:36 GMT

Nesher: Man stabbed after turning to police following disagreement at partner's ex-boyfriend's apartment; woman also injured during incident.

Aharonovitch approves new round of police appointments

Tue, 31 May 2011 02:45:41 GMT

The appointments were made by Insp.-Gen. Yochanan Danino in recent weeks, and follow a reshuffle of district heads.

Cop ‘mistakenly’ closed case on own accident

Tue, 31 May 2011 02:37:48 GMT

Cmdr. Hagai Dotan signed off on an order to close a traffic case in which he was personally involved; calls it an innocent mistake.

Analysis: Al-Qaida exploiting failed states for sovereignty

Mon, 30 May 2011 03:14:18 GMT

Takeover of Yemen's Zinjibar shows opportunity unstable regions provide to global jihadist movements seeking pan-Islamic radical state.

Police preparing for wide-scale rioting in September

Sun, 29 May 2011 20:45:53 GMT

Danino says forces readying for possibility of civil struggle as Palestinians expected to unilaterally declare statehood.

TA rampage driver in reenactment: 'Not terror attack'

Sat, 28 May 2011 16:39:33 GMT

Isa Islam reenacts Nakba Day incident for police; reclaims he lost control of car after punctured tire.

At least 8 killed on the roads over weekend

Sat, 28 May 2011 11:01:48 GMT

10-year-old girl found dead in Wadi Joz; two-car collision kills man near Nevatim Air Force Base in Negev.

Public Security: A fond salute to a top Israeli attaché

Fri, 27 May 2011 16:57:46 GMT

In Washington, Uri Bar-Lev concludes a prosperous chapter in the North American-Israeli security relationship.

Egyptian activists 'to form Nazi party', newspaper reports

Thu, 26 May 2011 16:41:39 GMT

'Al-Masry Al-Youm' report says Facebook pages launched to attract followers; Nazi parties operated secretly in Egypt during Mubarak regime.

Police prep for Palestinian statehood declaration

Thu, 26 May 2011 03:40:34 GMT

Moshe Karadi says current police numbers inadequate “to deal with the problems posed by declaration of Palestinian state.”

Prisons Service seeking ‘study partner’ for Yigal Amir

Thu, 26 May 2011 02:58:15 GMT

State prosecutors say search is on for inmate who can study Jewish texts with Amir once every two weeks.

Policeman arrested on suspicion of selling bullets

Tue, 24 May 2011 15:47:28 GMT

Suspect says 80 bullets he allegedly stole were not used for profit, tells court he asked police to take him to hospital after suffering heart condition.

Hepatitis C sufferer charged with sodomizing youths

Tue, 24 May 2011 02:08:40 GMT

Yair Shir Menajem, 47, exploited several minors over the course of 15 years; was charged with several graphic attacks Monday in Jerusalem court.

TA lawyer charged with paying mob in Scientology bomb plot

Fri, 20 May 2011 04:53:20 GMT

Gor Finkelstein is suspected of paying 7 alleged Jaffa mobsters to bomb the Scientology Center building in Jaffa for financial gain.

Arab Israeli sentenced for recruiting to Hamas terror cell

Thu, 19 May 2011 17:30:42 GMT

Twenty six year-old Faradis resident Islam Marai receives six years for "severe national security offenses," facilitating terror activities.

Jaffa: Man killed by unknown assailants in drive-by

Thu, 19 May 2011 12:16:44 GMT

Assailants in passing car shoot motorcyclist, 23, on Shevtai Yisrael street; police say shooting crime-related, investigation launched.

‘Mob sold drugs to undercover agent’

Thu, 19 May 2011 05:59:17 GMT

Aviv Abutbul, already under arrest for allegedly trying to buy a bomb; sold undercover police Ecstasy pills and cocaine.

Police increasingly sure TA truck rampage was deliberate

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:57:20 GMT

Investigators believe their findings contradict driver's version of events, according to which a punctured tire caused him to lose control of vehicle.

Prime minister announces new cyber defense taskforce

Wed, 18 May 2011 12:43:12 GMT

Taskforce to develop Israel's defense capabilities against cyber terrorism and "will place Israel at the forefront of the cyber world."

TA court extends remand of Syrian who ‘hitchhiked to city’

Wed, 18 May 2011 02:48:58 GMT

Hijazi's attorney calls on the state to release him and deport him back to Syria, saying there would be “no use in his continued custody.”

Police: Mobsters planned to blame bomb on far-Right

Tue, 17 May 2011 12:27:17 GMT

Jaffa suspects allegedly hired by lawyer to kill Tel Aviv municipality official, bomb Scientology center; eight suspects had already prepared bomb.

Police to request remand extension for Syrian infiltrator

Tue, 17 May 2011 09:17:30 GMT

Hassan Hijazi, 28, hitched a ride from Majdal Shams to Tel Aviv; two other Syrian infiltrators returned backed to Syria.

Tel Aviv rampage truck driver arraigned

Tue, 17 May 2011 04:41:02 GMT

Suspect’s lawyer insists it wasn’t a terror attack; one person killed, 17 wounded during incident in South Tel Aviv on Nakba Day.

Syrian 'Nakba' protester arrested in Tel Aviv

Mon, 16 May 2011 22:03:06 GMT

Hassan Hijazi, 28, hitched a ride from Majdal Shams; says Hezbollah pressured Assad regime to allow border demonstrations.

TA: 1 dead, 17 hurt in suspected truck terror attack

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:43:23 GMT

Police spokesman: Truck rampage "looks deliberate," but probe ongoing; driver, a Kfar Qasm resident, says he hit cars by accident.

IDF: Northern border incidents are an 'Iranian provocation'

Sun, 15 May 2011 15:28:52 GMT

Sources say 2-4 Syrians dead as IDF opens fire on Nakba Day rioters crossing border at Majdal Shams; 4 protesters reportedly killed on Lebanon border; IDF spokesperson: "Iran-Hezbollah-Hamas axis very clear."

‘He had a crazy look in his eye...running down everything'

Sun, 15 May 2011 12:05:19 GMT

"It was deliberate," witnesses say; Bar Lev St. strewn with wreckage, damaged cars; angry residents at scene shout "death to Arabs."

TA: 1 dead, 17 hurt in suspected truck terror attack

Sun, 15 May 2011 10:31:14 GMT

Police spokesman: Truck rampage "looks deliberate," but probe ongoing; driver, a Kfar Qasm resident, says he hit cars by accident.

TA: Truck driver hits several cars, kills 1, then flees

Sun, 15 May 2011 10:21:26 GMT

Incident possibly terrorism-related, Channel 10 reports; 15 people injured, one in serious condition; driver apparently from Kfar Kassem.

10,000 police brace for expected 'Nakba Day' protests

Sun, 15 May 2011 08:24:40 GMT

Demonstrators throw stones near Issawiya, no injuries; police chief Danino says "only peaceful demonstrations" will be allowed.

Police brace for Nakba Day after teen killed in riots

Sat, 14 May 2011 17:47:48 GMT

Large demonstrations expected in east J’lem, North; Danino meets with officials to plan measures, says ‘only peaceful demonstrations.’

Clashes erupt at funeral of Palestinian youth in e. J'lem

Sat, 14 May 2011 12:08:44 GMT

17-year-old hurt in Silwan 'Nakba Day' protest dies from injuries; participants in funeral procession throw stones at security forces, homes.

Silwan: Palestinian teen hurt in 'Nakba Day' protest dies

Sat, 14 May 2011 11:33:39 GMT

Police investigating who shot 17-year-old during violent clashes in east Jerusalem; hospital official says teenager shot in stomach; security forces on high alert as further clashes expected in capital.

Husband of gunned-down Lod woman accused of her murder

Fri, 13 May 2011 05:38:12 GMT

On April 4, the body of Yasmin Abu Zaaluk was found riddled with bullets; Police said she had been killed execution- style.

Police reinforce capital, North amid concern over protests

Fri, 13 May 2011 02:12:34 GMT

Muslim men aged 45 and upwards will be granted free access to the Temple Mount, as will females of all ages, police spokesman says.

Free ride: No more traffic police ticket quotas

Thu, 12 May 2011 01:22:37 GMT

New police chief Danino announces "no more targets, instead, there will be quality enforcement.”

Israeli Arab sentenced to 5 years for helping Hamas

Wed, 11 May 2011 14:42:08 GMT

Khaled Ajbariya passed information, funds to his brother-in-law, a known Hamas terrorist, over the course of several years.

Flying high with the Air Force’s 105 squadron

Mon, 09 May 2011 16:15:54 GMT

Celebrating its 60th birthday this year, the IAF’s cream of the crop has adapted to changing needs and technology to remain the country’s chief line of defense in the sky.

Police chief commemorates fallen officers at Mt. Herzl

Mon, 09 May 2011 13:17:36 GMT

Insp.-Gen. Yohanan Danino speaks of 1,268 fallen officers since Israel's founding; "We owe them a huge debt," he says.

Police presence boosted following bin Laden death

Mon, 09 May 2011 03:28:56 GMT

Concerns over potential revenge attacks motivate state police to implement heightened security plan for Memorial, Independence days.

Border Police uncover 'biggest hydro marijuana farm' yet

Sun, 08 May 2011 14:57:12 GMT

Police find "most advanced" cannabis growing site in Kfar Kassem; lab had air ventilation pipes, filters, incubators; 2 suspects arrested.

The US goes after epicenter of al-Qaida’s online network

Sun, 08 May 2011 02:26:38 GMT

Analysis: Target of strike, Anwar al-Awlaki, providing lethal online advice to jihadis in West.

Police added in Triangle region amid anarchy concerns

Sat, 07 May 2011 18:55:58 GMT

Move follows two "related" drive-by shootings and death of mother of two in crossfire in Arab area east of Netanya.

Indian man ‘murdered, then froze his Israeli lover’

Thu, 05 May 2011 17:22:45 GMT

28-year-old Tamar Farha Abraham was killed by her long-time Indian lover after she discovered he was married, had a child.

Court rejects lawsuit against Yishai on Carmel fire death

Thu, 05 May 2011 10:18:29 GMT

Husband of late Haifa police chief's suit against Interior Minister turned down due to state immunity on damages sustained during police service.

Animal society: Keep dogs indoors on Independence Day

Wed, 04 May 2011 03:41:39 GMT

The dogs become alarmed at the sudden upsurge in loud noises, run away, and lose their way back home, the society said.

Online jihadis eulogize ‘lion of Islam’ bin Laden

Wed, 04 May 2011 01:48:26 GMT

News of the killing of al-Qaida founder Osama bin Laden has sent shock waves through many jihadi online forums around the world.

'Pakistani intel. likely aware of Bin Laden's hideout'

Tue, 03 May 2011 23:09:54 GMT

Terrorism analyst Boaz Ganor says despite some cooperation between US and ISI, intelligence officials "didn't hand over the head of the snake."

New police chief makes sweeping changes

Tue, 03 May 2011 18:55:43 GMT

Yohanan Danino, in his first week on the job, introduces major changes to police force and taps new leadership at head of several districts.

The symbol is dead, but the global network lives on

Mon, 02 May 2011 13:10:23 GMT

Even before 9/11, bin Laden had initiated al-Qaida’s transformation into an online network to plan terrorism and spread ideology.

Danino officially sworn in as chief of Israel Police

Sun, 01 May 2011 03:19:32 GMT

New chief takes over from outgoing Inspector-General Cohen at ceremony in J'lem; Netanyahu: He must protect citizens from organized crime.

Barak: No talks while Hamas sticks with terror

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:10:55 GMT

IDF waiting to see if Palestinian ‘unity’ is more than talk; defense official says we'll have to wait and see if real unity takes place.

Police, IDF prepare for 'Nakba' day, statehood bid riots

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:31:49 GMT

Outgoing police chief Cohen says disturbances may mark Palestinian day of mourning in May and UN vote on Palestinian state in September.

Civilians to receive SMS during civil defense drill

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 04:02:47 GMT

The IDF Home Front Command will send text messages to civilians during a rocket attack exercise in June.

IDF: We'll soon complete move of Bil'in security barrier

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:57:00 GMT

Army expects weekly protests to continue despite compliance with court order returning village lands; barrier will approach Modi'in Illit.

Defense Ministry: Barak note left in UK was not secret

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 22:15:51 GMT

Channel 2 claims defense minister left classified papers in UK hotel, later discovered by Israeli man; ministry calls incident a "breakdown."

Barak 'forgot classified document' in London hotel room

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:58:34 GMT

Defense minister left classified papers in UK hotel, later discovered by Israeli man, Channel 2 says; ministry calls incident a "breakdown."

PM to Abbas: Take ‘tough steps’ against Nablus policeman

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 01:22:54 GMT

Ben-Yosef Livnat is slain, 4 other hassidim wounded; IDF says they were among worshipers who entered PA-controlled area without approval.

Barak condemns Nablus shooting; orders IDF probe

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 12:29:16 GMT

Defense minister says lack of security coordination cannot justify shooting at innocent people; demands PA take steps against shooter.

One killed, 4 wounded from PA police gunfire in Nablus

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 09:45:19 GMT

Group of 15 Breslev hassidim hit with gunfire from PA policeman as they leave Joseph's Tomb prayers; group didn't coordinate visit with IDF.

Hezbollah terror attack on Israelis abroad ‘is imminent’

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:25:51 GMT

Cell seeks to avenge assassination of Imad Mughniyeh; attack could target Israelis in immediate future, security sources warn.

Israeli businessman shot dead in Brazil

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 20:57:11 GMT

32-year-old father of three came under fire in Brazilian city of Foruzela while driving his car; murder may have been linked to a work dispute

Red Cross: There is no humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 20:16:10 GMT

Deputy ICRC head in Strip notes Gazan supermarkets have food, slams Hamas rocket fire, but says Israel should let more materials in.

''Bloodbath' would follow overthrow of Assad in Syria'

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:53:47 GMT

Observers tell the 'Post' that like Iraq, Syria’s diverse sects could turn on each other once the regime is gone.

Latest Iranian threat routine, Israeli expert says

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 17:27:56 GMT

But Tehran could be responding to fear of increased chance of attack on nuclear program, regional security analyst adds.

Fogel murderers provide account of Itamar massacre

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 01:59:12 GMT

"We would have killed the two other children, but didn’t know they were there," one suspect tells Shin Bet interrogators.

IDF: 2 Palestinians arrested in Fogel family massacre

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 01:14:41 GMT

Suspects re-enact Itamar killings, show no remorse; "We killed five Israelis, Jews" one says when asked about murdering young children.

Who are the terrorists who murdered the Fogel family?

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:33:37 GMT

Itamar terrorist's uncle, an PFLP member, transported shooter in 2002 settlement attack in which wife and 3 children were killed.

IDF: 2 Palestinians arrested in Fogel family massacre

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:56:39 GMT

Palestinian youths from Awarta "saw children sleeping in Fogel home," snuck in and stabbed them to death; suspects affiliated with PFLP.

Analysis: Global jihadi groups challenge Hamas

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 01:28:06 GMT

Despite violent clampdowns, Hamas has failed to stamp out al-Qaida-affiliated Salafi global jihadi groups.

IAF strikes 2 targets in Gaza following Ashdod Grads

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 02:59:35 GMT

Hamas sent secret message to Israel saying it is doing "everything" to stop rocket fire, according to Channel 10 report.

Arab World: The kingdom’s fearless radicals

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:18:32 GMT

Jihadi forces are threatening to carry out attacks in Jordan forcing the state to beef up security. Have Islamists lost their fear of authorities?

Kalansuwa official shot dead in his car

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 03:22:19 GMT

The director-general of the Kalansuwa Municipality Viam Zamiro was shot and killed after he had just finished playing a soccer game, police say.

Iran nuclear program moving forward 'without challenges'

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 19:06:45 GMT

National security expert tells 'Post' that Iranian scientists have moved to "more advanced" uranium enrichment centrifuge designs.

The last line of defense

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:46:28 GMT

‘In our profession, we are always searching for the next threat,’ says Ch.-Supt. Maoz. On patrol with Israel’s busiest police bomb squad.

Or Yehuda suspects 'threw grenades' to collect debts

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:20:03 GMT

Police: Suspects operated like "organized group," used threats, violence against business owners; arrests come after 5-month undercover probe.

'Men stole NIS 1m. of gas from IDF, resold it for half'

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:43:45 GMT

Police: Suspects filled up gas at army's expense, then sold gas at half price, between NIS 2 and NIS 4 a liter, to cab drivers, pirate gas stations.

Comptroller knocks police over handling of informants

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 02:10:29 GMT

Lindenstrauss: Lack of trust between various quarters in police force need to be addressed, after 2 police informants were killed in 2006.

3 charged with usurping assets of missing Russian-Israeli

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 02:08:42 GMT

Suspects deny attempting to seize control of the assets of businessman Alexei Zakrenko.

Eshkol official: ‘It’s Cast Lead all over again for us'

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:29:51 GMT

Palestinians report one killed in IAF strike in northern Gaza; Aharonovitch: There is no immunity for anyone in Gaza.

Several rockets fired at Ashkelon, western Negev

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 19:53:22 GMT

2 rockets land in Eshkol area causing damage to homes, no injuries; 50 rockets fired from Gaza on latest day of attacks; police raise alert level in south to highest category; Iron Dome intercepts 8 missiles so far.

Condition of injured boy in bus attack remains critical

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:18:25 GMT

Many children had just got off when vehicle was struck with anti-tank missile in Negev; Palestinians fire 45 mortars, rockets after attack.

60 injured as 2 trains collide near Netanya station

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 02:27:07 GMT

Police say conductor of Netanya-Tel Aviv train failed to obey a stop light, directed his train to track on which second train was coming from the south.

Boy, 16, badly hurt after Hamas fires missile at school bus

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:22:55 GMT

Many children had just got off when vehicle was struck with anti-tank missile in Negev; Palestinians fire 45 mortars, rockets after attack.

Teen in critical condition from Gaza anti-tank missile

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 21:36:01 GMT

At least 3 reported killed in IDF strikes on Gaza; dozens of rockets, mortars explode in western Negev, continue to fall; no injuries reported.

Bar-Lev resigns, PID closes sexual harassment case

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:40:38 GMT

Justice Ministry: “Sufficient evidence” had been gathered to back up allegations of harassment, but Bar-Lev apologized to Dr. Orly Innes.

Teen critically hurt in Negev attack; IAF strikes Gaza

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:56:40 GMT

Driver also injured as anti-tank missile hits bus outside Kibbutz Sa'ad in Sha'ar Hanegev; 45 rockets, mortars explode within 3 hours.

Husband of slain Lod woman is prime suspect, police say

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 03:26:43 GMT

City undergoing crisis of confidence, community relations official says.

Police chief defends awards to Carmel blaze officers

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 20:21:01 GMT

David Cohen hands out bravery awards posthumously to families of 3 that died during fire; families of prison guard victims protest decision.

Suspect arrested in Tel Aviv knife attack investigation

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 09:36:32 GMT

Police suspect that a work dispute between young woman who was stabbed in center of city and 33-year-old man may be reason for attack.

2 killed, 1 injured in Taibe drive-by shooting

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:59:08 GMT

Shooting is second drive-by double killing in weeks; eye witnesses say large number of rounds fired into car by gunman on Route 444.

Police: Woman stabbed to death by husband in North

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:20:51 GMT

29-year-old woman dies in suspected murder-suicide attempt in Kiryat Motzkin; man notified his brother who called police, MDA.

Israeli businessmen get lengthy prison terms in Georgia

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:16:15 GMT

Roni Fuchs and Ze'ev Frenkel were convicted of attempting to bribe Georgia's Deputy Foreign Minister, sentenced to 7 years in prison.

Itamar man: Cops came at 5 a.m. wanting to check my gun

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:09:17 GMT

Resident says police wanted to see if firearm had been used to kill a Palestinian in W. Bank village; settlers ask for meeting with Aharonovitch.

Settlers from Givat Ronen clash with police

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 01:30:51 GMT

Police carrying out arrest in W. Bank outpost allegedly attacked by settlers, use pepper spray.

'Burning Lieberman photos on Land Day is legitimate'

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 12:17:46 GMT

MK Barakeh says FM's party "challenges existence of Arabs;" police on high alert; Tibi: Israelis have complex, think we want to kill them.

Palestinians held for raping Bnei Brak boy

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 04:00:21 GMT

According to suspicions, the men, who were in Israel illegally, lured the boy with candy, before allegedly abusing him sexually and emotionally.

Gavizon appeals appointment cancellation at High Court

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:30:25 GMT

Lawyers of general whose appointment to head Prisons Service was rejected dispute claims he had sex with women within organization.

Facebook removes '3rd intifada' page

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:36:54 GMT

Move comes after administrators of page found to have participated in calls for violence, Facebook says.

A-G: Alleged favors for inmates reason for Gavizon reversal

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 03:24:43 GMT

Attorney-general, Public Security Ministry and Turkel Commission check allegations; Weinstein: "significant questions remained."

Police recommend charges of bribery for two mayors

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 01:00:41 GMT

Authorities ask state prosecutors to charge Nazareth Illit Mayor Shimon Gapso and Petah Tikva Mayor Yitzhak Ohion.

Prison Service appointee admits to sex with worker

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:37:12 GMT

Eli Gavizon says relations were consensual, plans to appeal High Court after Aharonovitch cancels decision after improper conduct claims.

New Prison Service head appointment canceled

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 20:47:24 GMT

Following claims of improper conduct, Aharonovitch cancels appointment of Eli Gavizon after A-G says he could not approve it.

Facebook 'monitoring' page calling for 3rd intifada

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 19:38:34 GMT

Social networking group believes page does not advocate violence against Israel, but has removed individual violent posts.

2 teens drown after their raft flips in fishpond

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:08:02 GMT

Police divers locate bodies of two drowned youths who went missing after their raft flipped in fish farming pool near Kibbutz Usha.

How police deal with a terror attack

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:21:39 GMT

After bombing in J'lem, Insp.-Gen. David Cohen gives play-by-play of maneuvers he, Operations Branch officers are trained to perform.

Palestinian tries to snatch IDF soldier's gun; shot in leg

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 09:33:09 GMT

Police fire on suspect after he attacks soldier with rock on route 90 in Jordan Valley region; both men transported to Hadassah Hospital.

IDF braces for rocket fire close to TA

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 05:39:10 GMT

Country prepares for possible further expansion of missile fire from the Gaza Strip, to as far as Rishon Lezion and Gedera.

Police, Shin Bet quietly intensify J'lem bomb probe

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:01:47 GMT

Chief of police places all districts on highest state of alert; 2,000 officers to be deployed to secure Jerusalem Marathon.

Double homicide in Beersheva was 'arranged from jail'

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 15:33:11 GMT

Hired guns paid 1000 shekels by Russian mob figure each to carry out shootings, police say, as 'revenge for brother's beating.'

3 arrested for anti-Arab arson attack in Safed

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:24:43 GMT

Two minors, one adult suspected of burning vehicles and spraying "death to Arabs" and "revenge" on Safed Academic College's walls.

4 suspects in Tel Baruch murder convicted

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 05:57:29 GMT

Former IDF soldier and three Jaljulya residents failed to prevent the murder of Arik Karp in 2009.

Police, MDA raise alert level following terror attacks

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:36:30 GMT

Police, emergency medical services increase presence after J'lem bombing, barrage of rockets, mortars hit South.

Cohen: Organized crime taking heavy blows

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 06:57:34 GMT

New powerful police units like Lahav 433, increased effectiveness of district central units, hoist back organized crime.

Alleged southern mobster charged with extortion

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 02:54:52 GMT

Jerusalem crime figure is state’s witness against Shalom Domrani.

Jaffa police seeking suspect in weapon snatching attempt

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:09:44 GMT

Man attempts to take 22-year-old reserve soldier's weapon, leaves him injured; suspect runs off with gun but throws it away before escaping.

Palestinian rocket slams into Ashkelon

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:43:02 GMT

Rocket alert system rings out across Ashkelon as rocket from Gaza slams into southern part of the city; no physical injuries or damages reported.

Grad rocket lands in Ashkelon; 2 treated for shock

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 19:59:36 GMT

Rocket alert system rings out across Ashkelon as rocket from Gaza slams into southern part of the city; no physical injuries or damages reported.

Israel vows to avenge Gaza mortar barrage

Sun, 20 Mar 2011 04:11:04 GMT

IDF hits Strip after 50 shells strike southern communities, 2 wounded; PM: "Israel will take all necessary measures to defend its citizens."

50 mortar shells fired into Israel, 2 injured

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 09:59:55 GMT

IDF responds to attacks with tank, helicopter strikes on Gaza; Hamas claims responsibility for 10 projectiles.

Police warn of Purim’s explosive dangers

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:51:56 GMT

Beware of illegal firecrackers that are magnets for children, parents told.

Palestinians accuse settlers of further 'price tag' attack

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:43:25 GMT

Eyewitnesses say 2 vehicles set alight near settlement of Kedumim; report comes after masked Jewish men attack 2 Palestinian workers.

Two men killed in Taibe drive-by shooting

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 16:36:50 GMT

A third man is critically injured, while a fourth escaped the vehicle on foot; victims are involved in a protracted feud with another Arab family.

Settlers suspected of 'price tag' attack in Shiloh

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:06:51 GMT

Masked Jewish men attack 2 Palestinian workers with a metal pipe and tear gas in W. Bank settlement; 1 slightly injured, suspects flee.

6 held on suspicion of firing on cops near Nazareth

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 04:16:32 GMT

'Ultra violent racketeering' crime ring smashed by police

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:37:14 GMT

Police say suspects planted explosives, extorted famous soccer player; police source:state witnesses caused crisis of confidence in underworld.

Police probe anti-Arab graffiti, arson in Safed

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:10:50 GMT

Two vehicles of students at the Safed Academic College were burned overnight and "death to Arabs" was sprayed on walls.

Israeli firm’s cameras recording Japanese nuclear core

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 01:43:04 GMT

Security cameras installed by Israeli defense company at Fukushima plant have ability to detect presence of radioactive clouds in air.

Olmert among officials to be indicted in Holyland affair

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:37:58 GMT

Ex-Jerusalem mayor Lupolianski, Shula Zaken, former Bank Hapoalim chairman Dan Dankner to face trial.

Terrorism: Whither al-Qaida?

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:19:55 GMT

If the current uprisings fail to galvanize the creation of strong states, the terror organization will be quick to move in and set up bases.

Hamas outposts hit by IAF after grad fired on Negev

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:51:04 GMT

Attacks come after rocket falls on Beersheba causing damage with residents treated for shock; no casualties reported.

Rocket falls on Beersheba; FM demands UN action be taken

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 01:05:37 GMT

Lieberman says "Israel will not remain indifferent to these acts"; IAF responds to Katyusha fire in Negev by striking targets throughout Gaza; extensive damage caused with residents treated for shock.

Grad rockets fall on Beersheba neighborhood

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:08:06 GMT

Katyushas cause extensive damage, are first Grad launch since Cast Lead; IAF strikes rocket launching cell in northern Gaza Strip.

Carmel fire widow accuses Hadera rabbi of incitement

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 02:52:15 GMT

Widow of Asst.-Cmdr. Lior Boker says Rabbi Rafael Buvlil claimed that husband died as divine punishment for probe of yeshiva students.

Pharmaceutical company, police beat drug thieves

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 01:39:44 GMT

Exclusive: Drugmakers and authorities fight constant battle to keep stolen medicines off the market.

Gifted Rahat teen killed in assault 'by jealous classmates'

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 21:49:32 GMT

2 suspects arrested; "We don't think teens intended to kill Abu-Siam, but rather, their attack spun out of control," police tell 'Post'.

Police: Woman's best friend

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:48:16 GMT

The 3 female members of the Border Police’s K-9 Unit talk candidly with the ‘Post’ about their high-pressure work protecting the public.

Tax Authority probe focuses on alleged bribe-givers

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:26:12 GMT

Several men are suspected of giving bribes to head of the Tax Authority’s National Investigations and Field Intelligence Branch David Vanunu.

Details of mysterious attempted murder in TA released

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 21:58:09 GMT

Woman, who cannot be named, was ambushed in center of city by an unknown individual armed with a knife who fled the scene.

Police: Charge Hapoalim chairmen with misconduct

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:43:57 GMT

Dani Dankner is suspected of deceptively transferring funds from bank to company under his family's ownership.

Investigation into corruption at Tax Authority continues

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 02:52:23 GMT

Israel Police’s National Fraud Unit continues to question several of the main suspects; land developer Shmuel Dachner is acting as a “state’s witness."

'Most Israeli anti-Palestinian violence cases are closed'

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 02:37:21 GMT

Yesh Din: Only nine percent of investigations into Israeli citizen violence against Palestinians and their property result in indictments.

Soldier to settler: 'This bullet is for your forehead'

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 20:49:49 GMT

Video posted on YouTube shows border police officer threatening Yitzhar resident holding a baby.

Senior tax official 'made problems go away for bribes'

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:34:02 GMT

Several arrested by National Fraud Unit, Lahav 443 for receiving cash for Tax Authority favors; Kadima dir.-gen. arrested and questioned.

Police: Soccer federation’s steps against fans not enough

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 06:21:58 GMT

Israel police angry over “inadequate” sanction of Hapoel Tel Aviv fans who chanted slogans celebrating death of Haifa police chief Lt.-Cmdr. Ahuva Tomer.

Haifa man arrested on suspicion of killing neighbor

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 17:36:52 GMT

Police unsure of motive; 30-year-old man shot dead in Galilee Druse village; Acre resident stabbed, moderately wounded.

Nation-wide drill simulates terrorism, public disturbances

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:11:59 GMT

Police launches surprise security exercise aimed at ground units' first responses to various emergency incidents; heavy police traffic, sirens expected.

Israel to expel German partner of slain youth

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:54:17 GMT

Israel set to expel the partner of slain Nir Katz who was killed along with 17-year-old from Holon in attack on gay community center in 2009.

'Police ready for any scenario in light of Mideast unrest'

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:56:39 GMT

Insp.-Gen. David Cohen: Current period is "sensitive due to the developments" in the region; says police can "meet any mission."

Police: 19-year-old tourist forced into prostitution

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:35:39 GMT

Affair begins when young Ecuadorian woman lands at Ben Gurion, taxi driver brings her to two men in the Bursa area, instead of TA hotel.

8 wounded in IAF strikes in the Gaza Strip

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 02:42:31 GMT

Air Force planes carry out attack after Islamic Jihad says it was behind rocket attacks on South that damaged vehicle.

Petah Tikva mayor, deputy arrested in bribery probe

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 18:38:04 GMT

Arrests follow an undercover investigation by National Fraud Unit and Lahav 433 national unit, centering on 2008 mayoral elections in the city.

Islamic Jihad says it is behind rocket attack on South

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 15:00:56 GMT

Rocket alerts activated; residents of Sha'ar Hanegev Regional Council asked to temporarily remain in homes; no injuries, damage reported.

'Israel preferred Suleiman as Mubarak's successor'

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 02:31:26 GMT

WikiLeaks: Defense Ministry official tells US that if Egyptian president's dies, "Israel is most comfortable with the prospect of Suleiman."

Police issue arrest warrant for Rabbi Dov Lior

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 22:32:02 GMT

Kiryat Arba rabbi refuses to cooperate in probe over support of book that says gentile civilians can sometimes be killed in wartime.

Four held for heist from Milan synagogue

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 03:57:28 GMT

Tel Aviv residents caught stealing over US $1 million in Judaica from Italian synagogue.

Noose left outside Supreme Court judge's home

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 18:56:05 GMT

Police step up security around Hanan Melzer after he files complaint saying noose was intended threat; possible motives not yet known.

Technical fault seen as most likely cause in IKEA fire

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 16:50:39 GMT

Police recover surveillance cameras as all options are being investigated; Company chairman says employees' jobs are safe.

Massive fire destroys Ikea store in Netanya

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 20:26:17 GMT

70 firefighters put out huge blaze; roof collapses and entire inventory reportedly incinerated; Company says will take months to repair damage.

A-G orders fresh investigation into Harpaz document

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:42:58 GMT

Weinstein asks investigators to see if criminal offenses were carried out; police had earlier decided Harpaz was responsible for forgery.

Beduin woman suspected of shooting daughter-in-law

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 21:13:10 GMT

Police say dispute between Rahat women occurred before shooting; pregnant gunshot victim, 19, dies from injuries.

Peres: Media storm surrounding Galant must stop

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 18:25:23 GMT

President calls on all IDF commanders to stop expressing opinions, show restraint for "sake of Israel and the IDF."

Police find 2nd Temple-era coins, jugs during arms raid

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:17:20 GMT

Gallery: Antiquities were kept in a backyard in the Galilee village of Mazara, found while police looked for illegal arms.

Underworld figure shot dead at Rishon Lezion junction

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:29:56 GMT

Rami Amira, killed in shooting, was the target of a 2008 Bat Yam assassination attempt that killed mother of two.

Police: Sharon's sons mediated bribery transfers for ex-PM

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:05:08 GMT

Investigation ends in recommendation that brothers should be indicted; however, evidence against them incomplete, investigators concede.

Extortionists in collusion with victim's business partner

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:45:14 GMT

Business owner files a complaint alleging that a group of suspects were continually harassing, intimidating and threatening him.

Palestinians shell Negev with Grads, mortar attacks

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 01:20:59 GMT

Fire from Gaza hits southern Israel; rocket lands near wedding hall in Netivot; 4 treated for shock; rocket alert system fails.

Background: Who are the Muslim Brothers?

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:03:56 GMT

Egypt's largest, best-organized opposition movement wants to first prepare society, and then found a Koranic state.

Police arrest 4 Israelis after Palestinian teen killed

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 22:14:46 GMT

Police confiscate guns in suspects' possession; men claim they were hiking when Palestinians threw rocks at them, shot back in self-defense.

Suleiman: Egypt’s strongman who kept Islamists in check

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 02:46:19 GMT

Analysis: “Suleiman knows the Israeli and Palestinian arenas better than anyone in Egypt,” says Dr. Ely Karmon of the IDC.

Palestinian killed in clashes with settlers near Hebron

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 11:45:40 GMT

Peace Now head calls on police to collect setters' weapons; right-wing activist leader says Jews allowed to protect themselves.

Police Affairs: Fatal ingestion

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:45:21 GMT

The Health Ministry’s Pharmaceutical Crimes Unit has its hands full as it works to stem the criminal flow of illicit, potentially fatal drugs.

‘We’re living on a volcano,’ experts warn

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 01:44:58 GMT

As with Iran in ’79, Islamists could hijack pro-democracy movements; ex-IDF research chief: “We're on thick ice, but even that melts eventually."

‘Palestinian teen was shot dead after throwing rocks’

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:49:43 GMT

Police forces say they don’t know identity of teen from West Bank village of Iraq Burin's killer; Palestinians blame settlers; settlers demand apology.

Police arrest more crime bosses

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 05:56:42 GMT

Netanya mob war feared; police arrest Francois Abutbul on suspicion of plotting to murder arch-rival Rico Shirazi.

More alleged mobsters arrested in bid to avert crime war

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 15:46:09 GMT

Francois Abutbul detained on suspicion of planning to kill rival Rico Shirazi; police fear mob war could break out between the two.

Man who killed peace activist released from prison

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 11:07:20 GMT

Yona Avrushmi released after 27 years behind bars for murdering Emil Grunzweig at Peace Now demonstration in 1983.

Police: Violent offenses down, murder rate rises in 2010

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:07:03 GMT

Outgoing chief says he's 'most disturbed by possibility of ideologically-motivated murder'; criticizes state prosecution.

Police search car of Abergil-involved lawyer after threat

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 11:41:37 GMT

Threatening letter attached to Nissam Marom's vehicle window; police sappers search area for explosives; none found.

Peruvian nabbed at airport swallowed 40 condoms of cocaine

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 04:18:32 GMT

Suspected "drug mule" arrested at Ben-Gurion Airport.

27 arrested in raid on illicit arms in Arab community

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 08:55:40 GMT

Follows 4-month Border Police undercover operation; police say weapons trade was "highly sophisticated," with cooperation from W. Bank.

Mob kingpins arrested 'for plotting murder' of rival

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 15:30:14 GMT

Organized crime suspects detained in connection with planning to kill recently released Francois Abutbul; arrest unusual due to number of people involved.

Azoulay slams Cohen’s absence from police brutality hearing

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 03:45:06 GMT

Knesset c’tee chairman condemns police chief’s decision to skip planned appearance before Internal Affairs and Environment Committee.

Shooting at Tel Aviv restaurant kills one, injures another

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 23:50:13 GMT

Security guard likely fired shots following dispute between diners; gunman turns himself in and is arrested, police say.

‘El Al worker stole electronic gear from cockpits’

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 06:20:25 GMT

Police discovered stolen communications device used to send distress signals in case of a technical malfunction at employee's home.

Big Border Police exercise this week

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 05:39:59 GMT

The exercise, dubbed “Replay,” will involve firefighters, paramedics and other Israel Police units in addition to the Border Police.

Panel exonerates policemen who killed Palestinian driver

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 02:59:12 GMT

PID: Border Police "officer acted out of sense of danger, to ensure final neutralization of who he believed was the terrorist" in June incident.

Head of Hevra Kadisha in Haifa shot dead

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 23:09:26 GMT

The slaying of Benny Hesse, 67, sends shock waves throughout the Orthodox community; Hesse attacked with acid in 2004.

Saudi Arabia’s war against al-Qaida

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:21:39 GMT

The Saudis have taken up the struggle against global terror, and are also being forced to confront a growing domestic threat to unseat their rulers.

Settlers, Palestinians battle with stones near Shiloh

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 05:49:09 GMT

IDF says around 100 Palestinians, 100 settlers were involved in clashes, mass stone throwing exchanges occurred; 3 Israelis, 5 Palestinians injured.

'Lebanon turmoil unlikely to descend into clash'

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 07:12:47 GMT

Former deputy head of Mossad tells 'Post' that Hizbullah's resignation from Lebanese gov't not likely to develop into full-scale civil war.

Maker of films targeting Nitzan, Barak apologizes

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 04:45:09 GMT

Uri Bar’am of Ra’anana confessed to producing two Internet videos that featured calls to murder the deputy state attorney, defense minister.

Police: Eritrean migrant tried to kill girlfriend

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 15:16:10 GMT

28-year-old charged with attempted murder after he choked woman, believed he left her dead in Sderot apartment.

Police arrest man in connection with Shai Nitzan video

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:46:21 GMT

Computers confiscated from leader of rightist group's Ra'anana home during raid; suspects lawyer says he denies all charges against him.

New YouTube video threatens Ehud Barak

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:34:18 GMT

Makers, who also produced Shai Nitzan clip: We’re against violence, videos made as a protest against incitement.

Police seek maker of video urging death for official

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 23:57:56 GMT

Police, Justice Ministry to boost security for Shai Nitzan of State Attorney's Office after video calls for his death; Nitzan to have full-time bodyguard.

Recruitment agency staff nabbed for defrauding Thai workers

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:34:35 GMT

Arrests come after undercover investigation by Tax Authority's nat'l anti-crime unit; suspects allegedly forced workers into form of indentured servitude.

Man suspected of stabbing father to death charged

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:43:14 GMT

29-year-old Rehovot repeatedly stabbed father after he tried to have son speak with psychiatrist; police capture son hiding in abandoned building.

Blast on highway targets construction contractor

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:43:42 GMT

Explosion near Morasha Intersection moderately injures jeep's driver, lightly injures son; "this was an assassination attempt," police tell 'Post.'

Deputy state prosecutor target of far-right hate video

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:07:51 GMT

Clip reportedly calls for Shai Nitzan's murder after he asked police to investigate anti-Arab Facebook groups; PM: Incitement hurts democracy.

Man murders ex-wife, leaps to his death in Beersheva

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 14:22:32 GMT

Four children orphaned after man allegedly stabs 40-year-old ex-wife to death during argument, then jumps out of 4th floor window.

IDF commander: We will deal with those that fired mortars

Sat, 08 Jan 2011 16:04:44 GMT

Armed wing of Islamic Jihad claims responsibility for attack on Kibbutz Sha'ar Hanegev in which 3 foreign workers were injured, 1 seriously: We will take path of Jihad until all our lands are freed.

Police asked to probe anti-Arab Facebook groups

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:08:02 GMT

According to state prosecutors, the Facebook page of the Israel Beiteinu Party carried a link to the “Death to all Arabs” page.

Police: Evidence exists Maimon fraudulently bought land

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:23:49 GMT

Interior Ministry D-G allegedly purchased plots of land reserved for Gush Katif evacuees, local residents in Yad Binyamin.

Facebook allegedly at center of teen suicide and rape

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:22:18 GMT

Council for the Child: Social networking websites are becoming one of the biggest dangers to youth.

Despite arrests, British Embassy 'confident' about security

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 02:19:29 GMT

Spokesman: "At the moment we’re confident with our security, and the Israelis haven’t indicated there’s any link with the mission."

Suspected Israeli neo-Nazi arrested at Ben-Gurion

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 21:38:16 GMT

Dimitri Bogitch, headed gang that allegedly carried out hate crimes in Petah Tikva, detained upon extradition from Kyrgyzstan.

Ituran ‘smart device’ catches thief in Rishon

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 04:09:10 GMT

E. J'lem resident arrested for driving truck with goods that had been stolen from Yavne supermarket.

Two arrested for allegedly stealing 30 Torah scrolls

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 03:44:42 GMT

Suspects from Jerusalem and Hadera may have broken into synagogues in Negev villages of Yated, Shuva and Pri Gan.

Command of elite police unit ‘failed,’ document shows

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 03:15:27 GMT

Lahav 433 unit, which fights corruption and organized crime, faced heavy criticism for poor relations with commanders.

Public Security Ministry fires Orly Innes, rehires her

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 21:36:38 GMT

Controversy flares as Aharonovitch says he was unaware of decision to fire doctor who lodged sexual harassment complaint against Bar-Lev.

Controversy as Public Security Ministry fires Orly Innes

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:59:56 GMT

After negotiations, doctor who filed complaint against Bar Lev asked to leave position because she refused to sign contract extension.

Police: Son stabs and kills father sitting shiva in Rehovot

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 01:41:07 GMT

‘We pleaded with mental health workers for help, but they did nothing,’ relative charges.

Mortar shells fired from Gaza hit Eshkol region

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 01:54:04 GMT

More than 200 Grad missiles, Kassam rockets and mortar shells have been fired at Israel since the beginning of 2010, according to the IDF.

Danino: The ‘thinking man’s cop

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 01:21:22 GMT

Veteran police officer investigated some of the country's top leaders, including Olmert and Katsav.

Prosecutors' strike stops Hanegbi corruption case

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 20:40:31 GMT

Police investigators angered as dangerous suspects are let go, due to prosecutors' refusal to appeal in court and indict them.

US woman's body found in Jerusalem-Beit Shemesh area

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 14:05:44 GMT

Police launch homicide investigation, still unsure of motive; 2nd woman alerts police after escaping attackers with hands bound, stab wounds.

Aharonovitch: Danino will be the next Israel Police chief

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 13:42:30 GMT

Appointment comes amid controversy and infighting between State Comptroller, A-G; Netanyahu expresses trust and confidence in decision.

Aharonovitch to announce new top cop amid criticism

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 10:32:04 GMT

Supreme Court petition filed against Danino's nomination after incomplete investigation; Ganot appointed as dir.-gen. of Public Security Ministry.

US woman's body found in Jerusalem-Beit Shemesh area

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 08:00:51 GMT

Police launch homicide investigation; 2nd woman, Kaye Susan Wilson, alerts police after escaping attackers with hands bound, stab wounds.

Massive hunt for US woman feared snatched near J'lem

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 20:19:51 GMT

Friend escapes attackers with hands tied and stab wounds, alerting police; helicopters used, military involved in search

Crime Investigation: Catching criminals- one cell at a time

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 16:35:53 GMT

DNA evidence has been used to help solve many serious crimes but until now has been limited in capability.

State Comptroller clears Danino for police chief race

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:19:18 GMT

Associate of Danino to 'Post': He had full faith from start that investigation would vindicate him; new police chief to be named next week.

State Comptroller clears Danino for police chief race

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:10:07 GMT

Associate of Danino to 'Post': He had full faith from start that investigation would vindicate him; new police chief to be named next week.

Weinstein: Danino cleared legally to be police chief

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:45:57 GMT

A-G tells Aharonovitch that leading candidate to replace Cohen as inspector general is cleared of wrongdoing in homicide cover-up.

Police chief testifies at murder inquest

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 05:54:18 GMT

Cohen addresses alleged negligence and possible cover up in incident which has led to the suspension of the police chief race.

Police indict members of 'violent robbery gang' in South

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:57:56 GMT

Suspects accused of ambushing elderly victims at home and robbing them; police say "special means" employed to catch them.

Fire victim's relatives urge A-G to probe gov't officials

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:19:35 GMT

Father, father-in-law of Topaz Even-Hen Klein want Netanyahu, Barak, Steinitz, Yishai to be probed for negligence leading to fatal inferno.

100 American firefighters ready to assist in case of war

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 02:44:43 GMT

Forty put on standby during Carmel fire, but weren’t brought here because focus was on aerial control of blaze.

IAF hits 3 Gaza Strip targets in response to mortars

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 05:50:51 GMT

Attack follows warning by Ashkenazi that the situation along Gaza border is "very fragile, may deteriorate rapidly."

Aharonovitch wants control of rescue services

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 02:53:53 GMT

Public security minister calls for unifying all emergency services under his command, says independent probe into Carmel fires is not necessary.

Fire Service: State's report echoes years of warnings

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 02:49:56 GMT

Haifa Firefighters spokesperson says Israel should have on firefighter for every 1,000 residents instead of current one per 7,000 inhabitants.

Councils: Gaza threat growing

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 02:06:10 GMT

"We're being shelled from Gaza on a daily basis," statement says; gov't following mortar attack; Ashkenazi warns border is "very fragile."

Israeli injured as mortars fall on Eshkol region near Gaza

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 01:37:22 GMT

Resident airlifted to Soroka Hospital after sustaining light wounds from salvo fired from Gaza; attack follows warning by Ashkenazi that security situation near Strip "very fragile, may deteriorate rapidly."

Aharonovitch calls for centralized emergency services

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:28:10 GMT

Public security minister calls for unifying all emergency services under his command, says independent probe into Carmel fires is not necessary.

'We're being shelled from Gaza on a daily basis'

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 21:35:28 GMT

Southern regional councils near Gaza Strip releases statement to gov't following mortar attack; Ashkenazi warns border is "very fragile."

Fire Service: State's report echoes years of warnings

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:38:15 GMT

Haifa Firefighters spokesperson says Israel should have on firefighter for every 1,000 residents instead of current one per 7,000 inhabitants.

State Comptroller racing to complete Danino inquiry

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 06:46:28 GMT

Lindenstrauss investigating leading candidate regarding alleged negligence, an alleged possible cover up over a double homicide.

Usfiya boy suspected of starting Carmel fires released

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 09:28:50 GMT

Father of 14-year-old says son didn't start the fire, claims that teachers saw son in class, not smoking in the forest, at time inferno erupted.

Ahuva Tomer: Chief who refused to stay in the office

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 03:08:00 GMT

Tomer’s personal warmth and self-effacing humor, coupled with her professionalism made her one of the most esteemed police commanders in Israeli history.

‘She waited to make sure the fires were out’

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:02:40 GMT

Haifa police chief Ahuva Tomer laid to rest after losing battle against burn injuries.

Police: Usfiya boy, 14, admits to starting Carmel fire

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:52:50 GMT

Carmel area youth tells investigators he panicked when large fire ignited after he hurled water pipe charcoal into open area.

Court releases 2 Usfiya arson suspects from custody

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:05:10 GMT

Brothers suspected of starting smaller Carmel fires sent home under restrictive conditions; father claims sons "framed."

The flames are out, now come recovery, recriminations

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 22:43:46 GMT

Carmel inferno finally defeated after four days; state comptroller finalizes "grave" report on years of Fire and Rescue Service neglect.

Foreign police officer: 80% of Carmel fire contained

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 15:30:17 GMT

Nir Etzion, Ein Hod and Ein Chud residents may return to their homes; Aharonovitch to PM: "We are approaching the end, there is almost full control over fires;" only small fires remain in the area.

Usfiya fire suspects' father: They were framed

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 12:47:33 GMT

Father blames "negligence of the neighbors who framed the boys;" says boys "didn't even know about" Carmel fire; suspects' remand extended.

'Carmel fire in most stable state since blaze broke out'

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 08:47:22 GMT

Firefighter spokesman says fire will take days to put out; int'l aircraft resume operations to put out flames; 5 million trees destroyed.

Blazes beaten back by day, but rage on at night

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 21:02:39 GMT

Fires still active around Beit Oren, wildlife reserve, Usfiya, eastern Carmel Mt. ridge; firefighters say they could gain control in 2 days.

2 Usfiya brothers held for suspected criminal negligence

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 17:14:37 GMT

Bonfire may have started Carmel inferno; more arrests could follow as police investigating possible arson incidents.

Police allow some fire evacuees to return home

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 16:08:45 GMT

Firefighter spokesman says he is wary of using word "control" in relation to constantly changing fires in North, but some progress made.

Police: Carmel fire was act of negligence, not arson

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 13:43:41 GMT

Cops clarify that smaller fires may have been started by suspected arsonists, including Tivon and Kiryat Bialik blazes.

Police say Carmel fire started by negligence, not arson

Sat, 04 Dec 2010 10:59:02 GMT

Fire focused in Ein Hod, Nir Etzion, Usfiya, and Chai Bar wildlife reserve; employees rescued from Ya'arot Hacarmel hotel; wildlife reserve threatened; body of 16-year-old volunteer found; nearly 10,000 acres burned.

Carmel fire source traced to single site

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 21:15:45 GMT

Police Chief: Two suspects arrested for arson in Kiryat Bialik and Tivon fires; police are on alert for more cases of arson.

Fire rages in Carmel; contained in Denya, Kiryat Tivon

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 09:04:02 GMT

Over 20,000 dunams consumed; over 13,000 evacuated; death toll rises to 42, Army Radio reports; int'l aid to supplement effort to battle flames with aircraft.

Analysis: A tragedy that was waiting to happen

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 08:01:20 GMT

Firefighters know that their organization has been systematically neglected by the government for decades.

First of 23 int'l fire aircraft lands at northern IAF base

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:42:16 GMT

As uncontrolled Carmel forest fire continues to spread, first of 4 Greek planes carrying firefighters, fire retardant supplies arrives in Israel; over 20,000 dunams consumed; over 13,000 residents evacuated.

Raging Carmel forest fire continues to spread

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 05:25:13 GMT

Strong eastern winds push uncontrolled flames to Tirat Carmel residential area; additional blazes near Ussafiya, Atlit prison; 2,000 evacuated from Denya neighborhood in Haifa; Obama offers aid, condolences.

Further evacuations as result of spreading Carmel fire

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 02:54:21 GMT

Areas of Denya neighborhood of Haifa begin evacuations; European fire suppression aircraft to arrive at IAF bases in hours; US sends 747 from NY; Egypt to supply fire retardant chemicals; 40 dead so far.

Further evacuations as result of spreading Carmel fire

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 01:26:47 GMT

Areas of Denya neighborhood of Haifa begin evacuations; police chief orders IDF to film northern forest fire from above; 40 prison guards killed after being trapped in bus; PM to declare day of mourning.

PM declares national day of mourning following fire

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:56:15 GMT

Netanyahu warns public to keep clear of Carmel fire; 40 prison guards are killed after being trapped in bus; Haifa police chief critically injured; fire-fighting crews, planes attempt to control fire in North.

Aharonovitch: Still no control of blaze Carmel blaze

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:03:11 GMT

Police sources evacuate all residences in neighborhoods of Giora, Rehovot Alon, Habarush; Laniado; over 12,000 residents evacuated.

40 prison guards dead after bus engulfed in fire

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 18:03:29 GMT

40 prison guards are killed after being trapped in bus; Haifa police chief critically injured; fire-fighting crews, planes attempt to control fire in North amidst heavy winds.

PID says sufficient evidence exists to indict Bar-Lev

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 16:06:16 GMT

Investigators say former chief inspector candidate can be charged with forceful indecent act and sexual harassment against Dr. Orly Innes.

Top police chief candidate Danino target of probe

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:45:01 GMT

State Comptroller's office source: Aharonovitch requested review of candidates, didn't say he was about to appoint next police chief.

Aharonovitch delays police chief appointment

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:21:14 GMT

Public security minister says delay will allow time for the state comptroller to verify allegations against Bar-Lev.

New top cop likely to be named by tomorrow

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:57:39 GMT

Aharonovitch could make announcement “by Thursday,” a ministry source tells 'Post'; public security minister has interviewed 7 candidates for position this week.

Police delegation in Haiti wraps up ‘life-changing’ mission

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 01:00:16 GMT

“Every time we enter a refugee camp, small children approach us, and our medic treats them," deputy head of the delegation tells 'Post.'

Bar-Lev takes vacation, steps out of police chief race

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:09:59 GMT

A-G cancels freeze on appointment of next police chief, notifies public security minister he is now free to appoint new inspector general.

New police chief to be named after Bar-Lev case closed

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 02:15:20 GMT

Prosecutors refuse to work on investigation due to strike; senior police officers say comptroller should probe complaints.

'Prisons service can't cope with African migrant center'

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 18:32:57 GMT

Public Security Ministry warns IPS not equipped to handle facility for infiltrators planned by government.

Bar-Lev accuser 'Aleph' revealed as Dr. Orly Innes

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 20:30:01 GMT

Innes tells Sexual Assault Victims' Help Center Assembly that she came to deliver message that "when a woman says no, she means no."

Bar-Lev accuser 'Alef' to expose identity to public

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 17:22:17 GMT

Investigation unit says "elements with a vested interest" planting misinformation about case of commander accused of sexual harassment.

PID: Reports on Bar-Lev polygraph tests 'inaccurate'

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 15:58:33 GMT

Investigation unit says "elements with a vested interest" planting misinformation about case of commander accused of sexual harassment.

Bar-Lev: 'I slept with Mem, but did not drug her'

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:34:07 GMT

Police commander says in lie-detector test that he did not rape either complainant, during six-hour marathon investigation.

Bar-Lev questioned by police for over six hours

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 05:30:12 GMT

Police chief undertakes lie-detector test, as he addressed two complaints of sexual offenses.

Man sues El Al over hour-long wait for wheelchair

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 06:34:28 GMT

Codeshare flight was operated by Swiss International; both airlines express regret; El Al offers compensation.

New allegations, and doubts, surface in Bar-Lev probe

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 03:16:35 GMT

Former senior police officer to Post: State comptroller should check if Bar Lev's rivals are linked to complaints against him.

New allegations, and doubts, surface in Bar-Lev probe

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 23:21:42 GMT

Former senior police officer to Post: State comptroller should check if Bar Lev's rivals are linked to complaints against him.

Tax official accused of tipping off Meuhedet suspects

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 04:43:44 GMT

Police forced to reexamine working practices with the Tax Authority on the case.

Man, woman, girl found dead in Ussafiya village home

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 21:31:16 GMT

Police source to 'Post': No weapons, injuries on scene, cause of deaths could be poison; authorities suspect murder-suicide.

Second woman lodges complaint against Bar-Lev

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 18:50:22 GMT

Justice Ministry source says new revelation deliberately kept under wraps in order to "surprise" police commander in interrogation room.

Bar-Lev returns to Israel to confront allegations

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 23:13:02 GMT

Israel Police attache to Washington denies suspicions of sexual harassment ahead of selection of next police inspector-general.

Police: Na’ura man stabbed wife, 38, to death

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 02:12:31 GMT

Mother of four murdered; one child witnessed the assault; husband had previously been in a psychiatric ward.

Aharonovitch: Feuding commanders damage police name

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 02:04:25 GMT

Justice Ministry source to "Post": Media is filled with disinformation over Bar-Lev harassment investigation.

Cyber-terrorism: Defending the country’s online borders

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 16:32:37 GMT

Gov't sites are the most targeted by cyber jihadis. Some of the people at the forefront of protecting them shared some of their secrets.

Woman who killed daughters declared fit to stand trial

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 11:13:31 GMT

Michal Aloni of Ra'anana choked Roni, 4, and Natalie, 6; her husband says she is "as sane as I am or anyone else."

War criminals' list still circulating, after removal

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 07:59:57 GMT

After original Web host removes list, the posting of IDF soldiers' details raises new security concerns.

Bar-Lev to face sexual harassment probe

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 22:15:52 GMT

Attorney-general says appointment of next Police inspector-general to be suspended in light of investigation of top officer.

IDF probes officer suspected of blocking investigation

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:56:58 GMT

Givati Brigade Commander suspected of not submitting the results of a probe into Palestinian woman's death during Operation Cast Lead.

'Drones sold to Russia could one day serve Hizbullah'

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:21:45 GMT

Israeli weapons expert says Moscow's attempts to gain foothold in the region include increased arms sales to Lebanon and Syria.

Website listing details of IDF commanders taken down

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:15:31 GMT

But copies of the 'Israeli war criminals' site continue to circulate around the Internet; publication raises questions of information security.

Al-Qaida affiliated Gaza group issues Hebrew revenge threat

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:44:05 GMT

Terrorists’ internet message follows killing of Army of Islam pair who reportedly planned to kidnap Israelis in Sinai.

Elad 5-year-old sparks search by taking bus alone

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 05:55:42 GMT

Dozens of patrol cars, K-9 units, helicopters look for missing boy who is eventually discovered 20 kilometers from home.

'PA detains Hamas members planning J'lem bombing'

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 02:34:46 GMT

Operatives also planned to undermine political stability and Fatah control in W. Bank, Ma'an reports.

Large fire breaks out in Tel Aviv's Shalom tower

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:42:02 GMT

Emergency services evacuate all of building's occupants, nearly 60 firefighters rush up 29 floors, take turns dousing flames.

IAF kills Army of Islam leader in Gaza

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:07:53 GMT

Forces carry out aerial strike on vehicle of senior terrorist who planned to kidnap Israeli nationals in Sinai.

Analysis: Al-Qaida ideologue’s arrest blow to ME jihadis

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 03:47:25 GMT

Bakri Muhammad has been linked to Mike’s Place bombers; recently claimed he would "not spend one day in prison."

Man tries to murder wife and commit suicide in Netanya

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 13:54:00 GMT

Couple's 3-year-old daughter witnesses incident; wife, 25, hooked up to life support machine; she previously filed domestic abuse complaint.

Woman from Acre run-over succumbs to her wounds

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:59:35 GMT

Two 20-year-old IDF soldiers killed: Lieutenant Michal Zohar and Staff Sergeant Kayzel Iman; driver's remand extended by 9 days, said to be mentally ill.

TV series on police brutality is distorted, cops contend

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 03:39:10 GMT

Statement defendeds media’s right to criticize police, criticizes “attempt by media elements to present a phenomenon of police violence.”

Roni, 4, and Natalie, 6, laid to rest in Ra’anana

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 02:07:48 GMT

Michal Aloni, their mother, sent for psychiatric evaluation after confessing to choking her daughters in their beds.

Mother who choked girls sent for psychiatric evaluation

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 22:30:12 GMT

Roni, 4, and Natalie, 6, buried in Ra'anana; father of children claims his wife is fully sane, planned the murder.

Truck driver 'deliberately' smashes into bus stop; 1 dead

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 21:33:04 GMT

'The Shin Bet and police killed my kid,' driver claims; police check reveals all of man's children are alive; investigation continues.

Funerals held for 2 young girls who were strangled to death

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 20:39:36 GMT

Michal Aloni, their mother and suspect, will see psychiatrist to determine if she needs to be hospitalized; neighbors gather in street and curse.

Suspect arrested in gangland shooting

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 06:48:52 GMT

Police detain alleged underworld figure Eyal Sofer on suspicion of attempting to kill crime figure; attack was possible retaliation.

Ra’anana woman chokes her two young daughters to death

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:02:48 GMT

Neighbors say Michal Aloni was depressed, in financial distress; "She wasn't fit to be a mother."

Imprisoned mobster indicted for threatening jailers

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 06:51:37 GMT

‘Good guys on the outside won’t take that lying down...I promise you,’ Asi Abutbul allegedly tells IPS officer.

Police: Fraud in Meuhedet case involved millions of shekels

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 06:48:18 GMT

“The affair under investigation is wide in scope, both in terms of the number of suspects involved and the complexity of the issues,” police say.

J’lem assault suspect’s remand extended

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 04:11:52 GMT

The main suspect’s attorney, Lora Bar-Alon, argued that there was insufficient evidence to establish with any certainty that her client had been the attacker.

Senior employee of Meuhedet 'awarded tenders to relatives'

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:05:37 GMT

Employee also "bypassed legal tenders"; worked for Jerusalem branch and was arrested after an undercover investigation.

Israeli security firms jockey to get 2014 World Cup

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 03:11:24 GMT

Companies will train local security forces, sell technology, impart security concepts that have arisen from experience in emergency incidents.

Woman critically hurt after husband repeatedly stabs her

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:44:19 GMT

The 24-year-old was attacked by her intoxicated husband who also sustained light injuries in an apparent attempt to harm himself.

Israel Lands Authority demolishes illegal Rahat mosque

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:30:13 GMT

Southern district head to 'Post': We don't expect rise in violence; protesters throw stones, 5 arrested; Rahat mayor calls general strike.

Cop kills Atlit man whom he had twice talked out of suicide

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 01:13:52 GMT

Ofer Gil drove his taxi at Aviad Cohen when the officer arrived to handle a domestic dispute; Cohen opened fire ‘because his life was in danger’

Police chief: Terrorism, criminal activity overlapping

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 04:22:27 GMT

At Homeland Security Conference in TA, Police Insp.-Gen. David Cohen says criminals, terrorists moving from local to global networks.

Police declare campaign aiming to curb roadside begging

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 05:40:08 GMT

Ending the cycle of domestic abuse

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 05:36:37 GMT

Israeli rehabilitation expert shares experience at Belgium conference.

Authorities to simulate plane crash at Ben-Gurion

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 03:21:10 GMT

"The public should expect to see a large number of emergency vehicles and heavy traffic in the vicinity of the airport on Route 1 and Route 40."

Filipino worker in Barak case is arrested by Oz unit

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 21:30:16 GMT

Authorities had not been able to track Virginia down until Sunday, though journalists located her earlier this month.

Gov't passes emergency assistance package for Lod

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:27:47 GMT

NIS 130 million to be invested in industry, interior security after central city suffers 3 murders this month, violent crime rises.

21 year-old dies in Wadi Ara car crash; riot nearly starts

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 02:11:12 GMT

Man trying to escape police blocked bus's path causing it to overturn; police source: Youths who hurled rocks will be arrested.

Inside the head of a Yemenite al-Qaida mastermind

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:29:27 GMT

Analysis: Internet is where jihadi ideologues and operational masterminds plan overthrow of Arab-Muslim and Asian- Muslim regimes.

21 year-old dies in Wadi Ara car crash; riot nearly starts

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:10:17 GMT

Man trying to escape police blocked bus's path causing it to overturn; police source: Youths who hurled rocks will be arrested.

Murder-suicide in Petah Tikva; drive-by shooting in Galilee

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:45:59 GMT

In two separate incidents, man apparently stabs wife to death, commits suicide; two killed in shooting at a gas station in Kfar Iblin.

5 teens sexually assaulted girl for months, police say

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:39:49 GMT

'It began when ringleader sexually assaulted girl; he then brought other friends, gradually group expanded to five,' source tells 'Post.'

5 teens sexually assaulted girl for months, police say

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:34:30 GMT

'It began when ringleader sexually assaulted girl; he then brought other friends, gradually group expanded to five,' source tells 'Post.'

2 teens killed in high-speed crash laid to rest

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:09:45 GMT

Dudi Ben-Ami, 16, of Bat Yam, who drove the car, was laid to rest in Sderot, while his friend, Tomer Ziv, 16, buried in Rishon Lezion.

Riot erupts in Umm el-Fahm as far-right marches through

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:27:17 GMT

Security forces arrest 9 Arabs for throwing rocks at right-wing activists; Marzel calls Zoabi "our enemy."

Agent leads to arrest of 54 drugs, arms dealers

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 05:57:17 GMT

The suspects were arrested in early morning raids, marking the end of an undercover police operation dubbed “Cedar of Lebanon.”

3 held for trying to extort Bnei Brak rabbi

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 05:14:33 GMT

2 main suspects believed to have conspired to extorting $150,000 from rabbi, believing he pocketed half-million dollars from American donor.

Ben Gvir, Marzel set to demonstrate in Umm el-Fahm

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:08:39 GMT

March comes as 3 new cases of pro-Kahane graffiti found in northern towns, connection to other far-right vandalism last week is unknown.

Probe into Ashkelon brutality case opened

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 02:14:03 GMT

Police are investigating claims by African-American converts that immigration inspectors used severe violence against them.

International Terrorism: Terrorism 2.0

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 16:04:02 GMT

Al-Qaida's ‘Virtual Caliphate’ is highlighted in a new book by 'Post' crime and internal security correspondent Yaakov Lappin. Excerpts:

2 soldiers, 5 others held for stealing IDF weapons

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 04:11:56 GMT

Weapons were taken from military base; criminals prefer army guns to make it hard for police to trace them, senior investigator tells 'Post.'

Forged ‘Galant document’ case goes to prosecutors

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 04:01:33 GMT

Lt.-Col. (res.) Boaz Harpaz, a businessman, is the only suspect in the affair; alleged motive was to torpedo Galant's appointment.

2 IDF soldiers 'stole firearms and sold them to criminals

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 22:02:54 GMT

Weapons were taken from military base; criminals prefer army guns to make it harder for police to trace them, senior investigator tells Post.

Israel Police Haiti mission marks Rabin memorial day

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:40:13 GMT

Israeli and Italian assistance forces lit memorial candles at their joint Porte-au-Prince base.

Murder prompts new police blitz in Lod

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 05:27:39 GMT

Husband, relatives arrested in honor killing of Arab mother-of-five.

Palestinians blame 'hilltop youth' for school arson

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 04:39:28 GMT

Water pipes melted and burst, saving whole building from burning; IDF: Clear escalation in settler violence.

Rabin memorial defaced with Kahane graffiti in Acre

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 22:00:01 GMT

PM says "we're no longer divided into two political camps" during speech at official memorial ceremony for Yitzhak Rabin at Mount Herzl in J'lem.

Police: Lod suspects not connected to other murders

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:04:56 GMT

Third murder occurs in Lod in last month; police arrest five suspects including husband and brother-in-law of latest shooting victim.

'Lod murders may be connected, assassins responsible'

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 10:30:58 GMT

Third murder occurs in Lod in last month; police arrest five suspects including husband and brother-in-law of latest shooting victim.

Interior Ministry D-G suspected of real estate bribes

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:55:29 GMT

Police allege Gabi Maimon involved in illegal purchase of Yad Binyamin land.

Mother of 4 shot in Lod; dies of wounds at hospital

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:21:50 GMT

Despite deployment of Border Police in city, the shooting is the third homicide in Lod this month and the thirteenth murder in two years.

Yishai on Maimon accusations: I pray truth comes to light

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 11:43:22 GMT

Interior Ministry D-G Gabi Maimon to be released to house arrest; suspected of money laundering and bribery in construction project.

Interior Ministry D-G to be released to house arrest

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 23:05:37 GMT

Gabi Maimon suspected of money laundering and bribery in construction project; homes were intended to house former residents of Gush Katif.

16-year-old killed by grenade explosion near Karmiel

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:31:13 GMT

Hand grenade thrown at shop in northern Christian-Arab village of Rama; MDA crews arrive at scene, pronounce boy dead; police investigating.

Karmiel policemen delay plea in beating of US oleh teen

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:02:23 GMT

One officer is charged with beating the youth at a Karmiel police station while two colleagues are accused of lying about the affair.

IDF officer sentenced for stealing equipment off Marmara

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:18:15 GMT

First lieutenant receives 5 months in prison, NIS 700 fine, demotion to rank of private for theft of laptops, photographic lenses and compass.

Rabin memorial held amid fears of growing apathy

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:33:47 GMT

Ceremony marks 15 years since former prime minister's assassination; IDF chief and Dalia Rabin stress importance of remembering his death.

Nasrallah's 'IDF rifle' gift to Ahmedinajad dates to '70s

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 02:57:42 GMT

Hizbullah leader claimed present to Iranian president was taken from soldier in 2006 war; IDF says rifle went out of active service 30 years ago.

Soldier who danced around detainee: It wasn't a war crime

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 02:37:15 GMT

Former IDF soldier was filmed dancing around a bound Palestinian female security suspect in 2007.

Hamas will pay heavy price if it attacks again, IDF source

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 02:16:43 GMT

Israel’s increased deterrence since Cast Lead remains, has prevented the terrorist organization from launching a major attack so far.

New Gaza flotilla expected to arrive in al-Arish, Egypt

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 18:24:24 GMT

IDF to monitor journey of "Gaza aid" expedition embarking from Syrian port; activists include group that participated in May 31 flotilla.

Nasrallah's 'IDF rifle' gift to Ahmedinajad dates to '70s

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 17:53:39 GMT

Hizbullah leader claimed present to Iranian president was taken from soldier in 2006 war; IDF says rifle went out of active service 30 years ago.

Blast at Iranian facility may be linked to Kurdish unrest

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:12:03 GMT

Base stores medium-range Shihab-3 ballistic missiles, expert tells ‘Post’; Iran won't admit inability to control Kurdish minority.

Oxfam: PA and IDF could help olive farmers double crop

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 03:54:08 GMT

Report chastises the Palestinian Authority, Israel and the int'l community for failing to help ancient form of West Bank agriculture.

Canadian follows in path of fallen friend as IDF officer

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 01:29:56 GMT

"I feel a big satisfaction. This is a dream come true. I wanted to keep my friend’s memory alive, and now I have the tools to do that."

J'lem: Ahmadinejad in Lebanon is like a ‘landlord's visit'

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 22:33:28 GMT

The IDF’s eyes are wide open, Barak asserts. “This visit shows Hizbullah’s growing dependence on Iran.”

'Palestinian olives stolen, groves vandalized'

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 05:45:08 GMT

B’Tselem and Rabbis for Human Rights say thousands of Palestinians trees, hundreds more have been vandalized, allegedly by settlers in West Bank.

IDF launches massive Ground Forces exercise

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 04:34:55 GMT

Making a successful appearance was the Siman 4 Merkava tank, which came quipped with a new anti-missile defense system.

IDF forms Arabic-speaking unit to guard Negev bases

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 02:59:51 GMT

The unit will become operational in next few months; will become first air base protection unit to receive status of combat unit.

Dubai suspect reportedly used name of slain IDF soldier

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 03:07:27 GMT

Report: With help of int'l police bodies, Dubai police unravel identity of man from Mabhouh hit; the suspect: man killed during Yom Kippur War.

Soldier indicted for stealing top secret Iran files

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 14:11:57 GMT

Young woman in IDF said to have taken home about 600 documents on USB key, including documents with data on Iranian nuclear program.

Remand extended for soldier who allegedly returned gun

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 03:27:49 GMT

Soldier suspected of secretly returning a handgun Ashkenazi had received as agift from an American officer.

1973 war taught us ‘not to fall in love with our own ideas'

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 03:07:07 GMT

Ashkenazi responds to recently released state archives of inner cabinet meetings held before and during 1973 Yom Kippur war.

IDF kills Hamas men who murdered 4 Israelis in August

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 02:22:42 GMT

Hamas threatens to 'respond through all means' to the raid; Fayyad says ‘killing our citizens’ doesn’t lead to peace.

IDF identifies infiltrator into Israel from Gaza Strip

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 20:35:30 GMT

Palestinian who entered country not believed to be armed; IDF launches search for individual in Gaza border area communities.

IDF will use attack dogs in future flotilla interceptions

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 03:29:02 GMT

Decision follows intensive deliberations on how to improve boarding techniques following the bloody confrontation on 'Mavi Marmara.'

Settler youth arrested by police for exposing top officer

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:27:28 GMT

Youth is accused of posting online video that expose the head of the Shin Bet's Jewish Division; teenager reportedly denies suspicions against him.

IDF will use attack dogs in future flotilla interceptions

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:45:11 GMT

Decision follows intensive deliberations on how to improve boarding techniques following the bloody confrontation on Marvi Marmara.

A-G mulls prosecuting former MI chief for 'exposing' spy

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 03:43:27 GMT

Eli Zeira allegedly exposed late Egyptian businessman Ashraf Marwan as Israeli spy; complaint against Zeira lodged by former Mossad director Zvi Zamir.

Elbit unveils new defense products at Latrun Conference

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 02:27:10 GMT

Electronics manufacturer unmasks miniature robot, new missile defenses, system for transferring video via satellite while in motion.

PM slams YouTube clip of IDF soldier taunting Palestinian

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:30:30 GMT

After latest video of soldier dancing around blindfolded Palestinian woman, Netanyahu says clips harm human dignity and embarrass the IDF.

War archives ‘are being sensationalized’ by press

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 04:13:57 GMT

Researcher: Protocols should not form the basis of superficial conclusions; journalist condemns Dayan's "mistaken evaluations."

Analysis: Naveh’s appointment raises questions

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 03:47:31 GMT

Experts are asking if army should fill senior positions with former officers – no matter how qualified – who have left the military.

Settlers to High Court: Stop sealing of El Matan synagogue

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 03:16:30 GMT

Settlers claim outpost is neighborhood of Ma’aleh Shomron, Peace Now states it is located outside the settlement’s legally recognized borders.

IAI presents new Panther UAV

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:45:07 GMT

The new 65-kilogram UAV can stay in the air for up to six hours and fly at an altitude of 10,000 feet. It comes equipped with a specialized day and night camera with a laser range-finder on board.

Central region is focus of missile threat, MI chief says

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:06:10 GMT

Yadlin says Missiles are being directed at us from three fronts: Iran, Syria and Hizbullah and, Hamas is also trying to improve missile capability.

‘Just ignore Ahmadinejad’s visit to border’

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:00:55 GMT

Expert: “I think that ahead of Ahmadinejad’s visit, the situation will remain relatively calm because Hizbullah does not want to sabotage the visit,”

Officials fear mosque arson will spark more violence

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 02:09:23 GMT

"Price tag" graffiti sprayed on wall; "Whoever did this is a terrorist in every sense of the word," Barak declares.

New campaign to teach populace to identify protected spaces

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 03:52:18 GMT

Home Front Command aims at keeping people safe during rocket attacks through leaflets, television commercials.

2 soldiers convicted of using boy as human shield

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 03:45:05 GMT

Givati infantrymen found guilty of overstepping authority by ordering Palestinian boy to open suspicious bag during Operation Cast Lead.

2 shot dead in Kalansuwa, including mayor’s brother

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:30:43 GMT

3 more people injured; attacks come from passing car; shooters flee scene; police open investigation; injured taken to local hospitals.

Woman's body found covered with stab wounds in Galilee

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 04:48:00 GMT

Police suspect that 40-year-old woman's husband, who was also found dead at couple's home, stabbed her and then later committed suicide.

Navy peacefully diverts Gaza-bound Jewish activists

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:00:56 GMT

Former Israel Air Force pilot Yonatan Shapira claims he was physically assaulted by IDF soldiers during the maneuver.

Woman throws children out of window, attempts suicide

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 01:02:46 GMT

All three survived; single mother, an immigrant from Tajikistan had previously neglected her 4 and 5 year old children.

Mother hurls children off fourth floor, then jumps herself

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 13:30:54 GMT

Immigrant from Tajikstan jumps out of window after throwing two children; all survived and are being treated for broken bones.

Woman shot in S.Hebron Hills attack has successful surgery

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 03:13:57 GMT

Security forces continuing hunt for gunmen, are examining the possibility that suspects belong to terror cell involved in earlier attack.

'Not how I planned on bringing a child into the world'

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 23:41:04 GMT

35-year-old Netta Zucker gives birth to healthy baby boy after undergoing C-section and surviving terror attack, while husband treated for wounds.

Woman survives shooting, gives birth to healthy boy

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 23:14:09 GMT

Doctors at Beersheba's Soroka Hospital perform Cesarean section on 35-year-old woman, deliver baby, before treating wounds.

Israeli man, pregnant woman injured in Route 60 shooting

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 22:01:14 GMT

35-year-old man and 9-month pregnant wife wounded in South Hebron Hills shooting attack near Teneh Omarim.

Under fire again, South braces for more rockets

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 02:59:22 GMT

“Blood is easily photographed, but the soul cannot be captured by a camera lens," head of mental health clinic says.

16-year-old confesses to murdering youth in Beersheba

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:52:27 GMT

Suspect confesses to killing 15-year-old and recreates crime to police interrogators; argument began over cigarette.

Cousins die after inhaling laughing gas

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 11:15:36 GMT

Two 18-year-olds found dead; police arrest two combat soldiers suspected of stealing gas cylinder from dental clinic in Kfar Warbug.

15-year-old dies after stabbing in Beersheba

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:59:52 GMT

Police believe stabbing outside absorbtion center followed argument with youths; MDA crews arrive after youth found by passer-by.

Turkel C'tee's Prof. Shabtai Rosen, 93, dies in J'lem home

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 06:07:30 GMT

Accomplished professor of international law and recipient of Israel Prize for jurisprudence to be laid to rest in Jerusalem.

Police establish new unit for south TA

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 03:12:18 GMT

Station to provide ‘law and order’ to area, says Huldai.

TA: Turkish Embassy gets envelope with white powder

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 13:42:51 GMT

Police takes substance for chemical analysis; none hurt; comes after 3 similar letters sent to US, Spain and Sweden embassies last week.

Father and son die in Rahat family fight

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 03:44:41 GMT

According to reports, the fight was sparked by a dispute over who would succeed the head of a family who died last year.

27-yr-old man shot in Jaffa, investigation launched

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 21:38:47 GMT

93 people faint over the fast; man drowns in the Dead Sea; wrap up of national incidents over the Yom Kippur period.

Three young crash victims laid to rest

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:44:40 GMT

Not all were wearing seat belts, police say.

Hanegbi pleads for his political life ahead of sentencing

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:32:39 GMT

Prosecutors urge court to disregard letters from PM, DM, and send him to jail; in appeal to judges, Foreign Affairs and Defense panel chairman acknowledges his ‘mistakes.’

Legal aid for officer accused of shooting car thief

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:17:56 GMT

Police chief: F.-Snt. Bora Ratzon, who is being investigated by Justice Ministry for death of east J'lem car theif, is to receive assistance.

Gas beneficiary sought underworld kingpin’s protection

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:46:22 GMT

Yigal Landau, co-CEO of Ratio is under police investigation for seeking criminal protection from alleged underworld kingpin Meir Abergil.

Academic head warns against airstrike on Iranian nukes

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 03:32:12 GMT

IDC’s president says danger of years of war exceed benefit of Islamic Republic without bomb.

Police: Terrorists fired 2 phosphorus shells into Israel

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:45:20 GMT

IDF predicts wave of rockets from Strip, including 10 yesterday, will end after Succot; IAF bombs south Gaza tunnel, killing 1

Hamas officials: IAF strike kills 1, injures 4 in Gaza

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 15:12:51 GMT

IDF does not confirm air strike casualties, announces IAF destroyed terror tunnel in the Strip intended for future terror attacks; at least 12 projectiles fired at Gaza-belt communities in 24 hour period.

Barrage of rockets, mortar shells from Gaza hits South

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:16:46 GMT

At least 12 projectiles fired at Gaza-belt communities in 24 hour period; attacks following Hamas threats to unleash a wave of terror in hopes of derailing peace talks.

6 mortar shells, multiple rockets from Gaza hit Negev

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:31:09 GMT

Attacks on southern Israel continue at escalated pace following Hamas threats to unleash a wave of terror in hopes of derailing peace talks.

US extradites suspect in 1986 Tel Aviv murder to Israel

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:01:08 GMT

56-year-old escaped to Jordan after allegedly killing woman he had romantic relations with; sent to Israel after serving 8 years for fraud in US.

Policeman being probed after alleged car thief shot dead

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:04:22 GMT

Justice Ministry’s Police Investigations Department launches inquiry into shooting death of an east Jerusalem car thief during his arrest in Tel Aviv.

'De-radicalization essential counter-terrorism component'

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 05:05:48 GMT

Experts say military power and domestic security agencies alone are insufficient to tackle threat of terrorism.

Top cop: There’s a clear link between terrorism and crime

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 04:58:34 GMT

Insp.-Gen. David Cohen says at 10th annual World Summit on Counter-Terrorism in Herzliya that "crime and terrorism have common characteristics."

Syria arms ‘institute’ must be stopped, official says

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 01:50:58 GMT

Counter-Terrorism Bureau: The int'l community must send a signal that next time the 'institute' supports terrorism, it will be demolished.

Letter containing powder, threat sent to TA embassies

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 19:05:54 GMT

"We will spread bioagents in USA if it would force Israel to create terrorist Muslim state in Ramallah," letter reads.

Watchdog: Elected officials should cut ties with Schlaff

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:26:55 GMT

Austrian billionaire allegedly transferred large funds to Ariel Sharon and Avigdor Lieberman.

Army chief’s bodyguard who tried to assault woman appeals

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:16:24 GMT

Erez Efrati was sentences to eight years in prison following July conviction.

Fugitive caught after three years on lam

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 01:34:12 GMT

The suspect, 40-year-old Nabil Paroni, has been on the run since breaking house arrest.

Crime: And the beat goes on...

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:50:40 GMT

‘The Jerusalem Post’ joins police officers on a typical night patrol in Rishon Lezion as they deal with a gangland shooting, drunken youths.

Mafia war rages in Netanya, as bikers shoot at mob boss

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 11:51:52 GMT

Men on motorcycles attempt to kill Charlie Abutbul in Netanya; police organized crime unit suspects rival crime family responsible.

Police enlist minors to test compliance with drinking law

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:08:37 GMT

‘We can’t enforce alcohol law alone,’ Aharonovitch says.

Police Haiti mission marks Rosh Hashana with apples, honey

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:55:31 GMT

The Israeli delegation receives warm welcome from all other UN security personnel it encounters, including forces from Italy, Nigeria, and Jordan.

A sweet new year – for animals too

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:55:49 GMT

Israel's SPCA's Rosh Hashana drive includes kittens from Tel Aviv and a mongrel with a broken leg.

Cop saves war veteran seconds before suicide attempt

Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:03:38 GMT

Police received report of man threatening to leap off roof of home for the elderly.

After shootings, West Bank police on highest alert

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:50:13 GMT

Mission made more challenging as many residents head to Jerusalem for Ramadan prayers at the Temple Mount.

Harpaz named as lone 'Galant Document' forger

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:46:21 GMT

Police put end to investigation, slam media for reporting ‘pure rumor and gossip.’

Hamas claims responsibility for 2nd W.Bank attack

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:33:48 GMT

Shot fired at a vehicle near Rimonim Junction injuring two, one in serious condition; in Washington, Abbas denounces latest terror attacks.

2 injured in West Bank terror attack near Rimonim Junction

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:11:39 GMT

The day after deadly Kiryat Arba attack, shots were fired at a vehicle injuring two, one in serious condition; Security forces are on the scene searching for terrorist's vehicle.

Man detained for suspected kidnapping, sodomy of 8-year-old

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:06:37 GMT

‘Our children are scared to go out alone now,’ ex-policeman who lives in area tells ‘Post.’

2 J'lem teens suspected of killing man over cigarette

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 02:01:58 GMT

Police believe youths, aged 13 and 15, were drunk when they hit US citizen over the head with a wooden plank.

PM: 'Terrorism will not determine Israel’s borders'

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:42:00 GMT

Netanyahu responds to Hamas attack in which four Israelis were shot dead in Kiryat Arba; Yesha Council announces immediate building freeze to end at 6 p.m.

4 Israelis shot dead by terrorists in West Bank

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:40:30 GMT

Barak: "Israel will exact a price from the murderers"; victims, from Beit Hagai, shot while driving, include 2 men, 2 women, one reportedly pregnant.

2 J'lem teens suspected of killing man over cigarette

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:16:23 GMT

Police believe youths, aged 13 and 15, were drunk when they hit US citizen over the head with a wooden plank.

Analysis: Police feel heat from scathing ruling on murder

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:02:40 GMT

Police expected to take disciplinary action against officers who mishandled Inbal Amram’s 2006 disappearance and killing.

Starting policemen to receive NIS 10,000

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:42:16 GMT

One-time payments for new officers to improve working conditions.

Harpaz denies earlier confession

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:02:45 GMT

Alleged "Galant document" forger changes his story again.

Harpaz admits to Galant paper forgery

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:49:32 GMT

Reports say suspect keeps 'changing his story.'

The unusual suspect

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:03:43 GMT

Aggravated forgery carries a 5 year sentence.

Netivot woman paid 'to lure rabbi'

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:23:52 GMT

Comptroller suspected of setting trap to embarrass "x-ray" rabbi.

Police orchestra to represent Israel in Moscow festival

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 05:19:05 GMT

The Israel Police orchestra is set to take part in one of the largest military orchestra festivals in the world next week.

Police: Gay man 'kidnapped' by relatives

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:36:07 GMT

19-year-old fled from village to Tel Aviv to escape threatening kin.

Analysis: Harpaz arrest, probe, a media show?

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 06:00:58 GMT

Former police investigator says "there is no basis for arresting him."

Harpaz's remand extended 5 days

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 05:15:25 GMT

Alleged "Galant document" forger accused of conspiracy, other crimes.

Harpaz's remand extended 5 days

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:22:08 GMT

Alleged "Galant document" forger accused of conspiracy, other crimes.

Police recommend indicting Olmert

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:45:38 GMT

Former PM suspected of taking millions in bribes on Holyland project.

Police recommend Olmert indictment

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:44:06 GMT

Former PM likely to be charged for taking bribe in Holyland affair.

Holyland affair: Olmert may be indicted

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:57:32 GMT

Report: Police make recommendations in real estate bribery affair.

Barak resumes selection process for next chief of staff

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 03:02:19 GMT

Barak meets with four of the five candidates to replace Ashkenazi.

Galant 'document forger' may be arrested

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:36:10 GMT

Former officer Lt.-Col. (res.) Boaz Harpaz denies involvement.

Internal Security: The inspector’s gadget

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:30:21 GMT

The police’s Geographic Information System is the latest program revolutionizing the force’s ability to respond to crimes in real-time.

Barak to resume interviews for IDF head

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 07:45:39 GMT

All candidates to replace Ashkenazi exonerated in "Galant Affair."

Police, Beduins pledge to maintain ties despite demolitions

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:02:17 GMT

Traditionally good relations tested by repeated razing of village.

Yitzhar rabbi freed after arrest for incitement

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:22:44 GMT

Court criticizes police for detainment before questioning.

Police have 'suspect' in Galant case

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:36:51 GMT

Ashkenazi, Barak, and other top IDF officials cleared of involvement.

Police have 'potential suspect' in Galant forgery

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:02:40 GMT

Suspect may not be in Israel; IDF chief, Barak, and other top army officials cleared of any involvement; defense minister says appointment process to resume in coming days.

Ashkenazi on Galant affair: Great damage done to IDF

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 20:45:39 GMT

Police: Document is a forgery; IDF chief, Barak, and other top army officials cleared of any involvement; defense minister says appointment process to resume in coming days.

Police: Galant document forged

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:57:11 GMT

Ashkenazi, Barak, and IDF General Staff cleared of involvement.

'Satanic cult' tries to sacrifice cat

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:25:01 GMT

Animal rescue team stops Friday the 13th ceremony.

Yitzhar rabbi detained by police

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 10:22:10 GMT

Investigators suspect Elitzur-Hershkowitz of racial incitement.

Injaz was investigated by police in 2007

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:51:05 GMT

Exclusive: Violence feared from Turkish Embassy intruder 3 yrs ago.

Embassy gunman's remand extended

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:40:00 GMT

Injaz held for minor crimes; standoff unpunishable in Israel.

Double homicide shocks Beersheba

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:20:02 GMT

Young man and woman shot dead; suspect had feud with male victim.

Ashkenazi slams 'inaccurate reports'

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 01:53:30 GMT

Chief of General Staff has "something to say" after 'Galant probe.'

Gunman panic in embassy standoff

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 01:15:08 GMT

Palestinian in Turkish Embassy "threatened to blow up building."

Embassy gunman taken to hospital

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:35:09 GMT

Injaz flashes victory sign, curses as taken away in police custody.

Gunman wounded in embassy standoff

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:18:20 GMT

Palestinian in Turkish embassy "threatened to blow up building."

IDF chief had Galant Document for weeks

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:55:50 GMT

IDF sources surprised Ashkenazi did not inform Barak, Galant earlier.

'Ashkenazi saw Galant Document'

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 12:33:54 GMT

Police slams media speculation on IDF chief's investigation.

Pot smokers complain to A-G of police persecution

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 04:47:39 GMT

Complaint cites well-known recent arrests.

Report: Galant document deemed fake

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:33:13 GMT

IDF General Staff meets for first time since probe began.

Justice Ministry: Cameras violate privacy

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 01:56:04 GMT

Police plans for school surveillance come under fire.

'Police have Galant document’

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:52:16 GMT

Top IDF officers asked whether paper is a forgery, how it was leaked.

'New development in Galant case'

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 12:41:34 GMT

Police to court: Channel 2 document no longer essential to probe.

'Police to question Ashkenazi'

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:46:49 GMT

Report: Galant probe questioned Spokesman Benayahu 3 - 4 times.

Channel 2 alters Galant document to protect source

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:28:01 GMT

Station appeals subpoena, receives support from Journalists' Association.

Mother suspected of false abuse claims against son-in-law

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:34:59 GMT

Kfar Saba woman wanted to separate daughter from husband.

‘Galant Document’ held in safe until decision is made

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:28:02 GMT

Police keen to begin a series of forensic and computer examinations to check whether the document is a forgery or genuine.

Ashkenazi to face Turkel c'tee

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 07:58:37 GMT

Chief of Staff follows Barak testimony that partially blamed IDF.

23 settlement activists arrested after march into Jericho

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:45:36 GMT

Police said that activists had attacked them.

Nasrallah recalls ’97 Shayetet to 'deflect pressure'

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:32:01 GMT

Strife caused by tribunal allegations would undermine Iranian designs for regional war, says Israeli analyst.

Attitude towards LAF to be reviewed

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:56:03 GMT

IDF to reexamine rules of engagement following border clash.

Barak to commission: ‘I’m responsible’

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:15:55 GMT

Still,"IDF should have warned of potential mission failure."

Detectives raid Arad office for evidence

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 02:51:48 GMT

Police source says probe may expand to "other suspicions."

Rabbis refuse questioning over war book

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 02:02:00 GMT

"Our holy Torah will not be subject to interrogation!"

3 cops indicted for abusing US oleh

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 04:27:36 GMT

Karmiel officers also charged for covering up incident by High Court.

Shin Bet denies claims it tortured Pearlman

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 06:11:49 GMT

Far-right murder suspect tells lawyer that agents tried to force confession.

Outrage continues in Majdal Shams

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 03:22:41 GMT

Ten days after near riot, anger at police is slow to fade

Frantic search for soldier under way

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 19:45:53 GMT

‘Sayeret Matkal’ soldier who ran off during training exercise.

Elite soldier missing during training

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:08:14 GMT

Contact lost in night exercise in Haruvit Forest.

Police, Court in war of words

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:04:04 GMT

Aharonovitch and Cohen will urge Peres to pardon Shahar Mizrahi.

Police raid home linked to fatal clan brawl in Lod

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:43:59 GMT

Large numbers of weapons seized in operation linked to killing during feud.

Aharonovitch warns of influx of illegal African migrants

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:28:23 GMT

Public Security Minister calls for implementation of decision to put up fence.

Far-Right elements target Shin Bet in electronic media war

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:41:01 GMT

Activists exploiting Web to circumvent restrictions on exposing security personnel.

Third Majdal Shams suspect arrested

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:14:11 GMT

Custody extended for man accused of espionage, son also detained.

Police defend conduct following tragic homicide

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 05:40:53 GMT

20-year-old Petah Tikvah woman killed by ex-husband in front of young son hours after filing complaint.

Hamas men nabbed in fatal June attack

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:18:24 GMT

One police officer killed, two wounded, in South Hebron Hills ambush.

2 officers hurt in altercation with drunks at water park

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 02:36:03 GMT

Several months after government passed legislation banning people from drinking in public areas, police are enforcing new law with full force.

Public Security: An SOS for police funding

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:15:59 GMT

Yitzhak Aharonovitch has issued harsh criticism of salary levels.

Pearlman: Shin Bet told me to kill Salah

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 01:47:38 GMT

Jewish terror suspect held over four murders gives tapes to Channel 2.

'Jewish terrorist' remand extended

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:39:38 GMT

Pearlman suspected of 4 murder counts, 7 attempted murder counts.

4 killed in Michigan plane crash

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 05:03:29 GMT

3 Israelis teens and pilot grandfather die in crash, 1 teen survives.

TA: 2 dead in haredi murder-suicide

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 22:26:51 GMT

Gunshot victims' names released after police find bodies in car.

Police: 'Jewish terrorist' murdered 3

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:53:52 GMT

Man also suspected of attempted murder, possession of illegal weapons.

Developer David Appel sentenced to 42 months in prison

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 02:26:46 GMT

Real estate developer convicted of giving bribes to senior officials.

Police save Palestinian from snake

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:52:29 GMT

"He nearly died. He wasn’t breathing."

Druse suspect arrested in Majdal Shams

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:42:07 GMT

Man's capture sparked near-riot in northern village.

'These acts are shameful'

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:50:49 GMT

Aharonovitch calls for probe of racial slurs against Druse soldiers.

Druse upheaval in Majdal al-Shams

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 20:40:55 GMT

Police searching a house surrounded by 1,000 angry residents.

Suspect detained over shooting

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:22:08 GMT

Yitzhar resident thought to have killed Arab teenager in May.

Police question Olmert in Holyland case

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:56:03 GMT

Olmert spends 8 hours with investigators in third session for case.

Aharonovitch: Probe Druse abuse

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:37:34 GMT

Soldiers are allegedly victims of racism from West Bank settlers.

A summer in flames

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:50:17 GMT

With arson suspected in two forest fires that have destroyed 3,600 dunams in the last ten days, authorities have labeled this summer as one of the most destructive in Israeli history.

CNN fires ME editor over tweet

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:26:50 GMT

Octavia Nasr mourns death of Shi'ite leader Fadlallah.

J’lem braces for Schalit marchers

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:56:53 GMT

4 killed, 5 injured in road accidents around the country

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:47:21 GMT

67-year-old pedestrian killed in a hit-and-run accident among the victims.

CNN editor sad over ayatollah's death

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 04:12:13 GMT

Mideast affairs editor hails late leader as "one of Hizbullah’s giants."

Police volunteers rescue rape victim

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 02:30:56 GMT

Married father suspected of raping 21-year-old woman in Karmiel park.

Baboon at kibbutz zoo gets motherly instinct for kitten

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:12:11 GMT

Stray adopted by primate at Kibbutz Nir Eliyahu Zoo.

‘Kill a Jew’ page on Facebook sparks furor

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 05:48:19 GMT

Detractors claim site not proactive enough in stopping hate-mongers.

Suspect arrested for Rehovot murder

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 11:10:13 GMT

76-year-old woman was killed at home in possible robbery gone wrong.

Thieves murder Rehovot woman

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 02:10:51 GMT

Rahel Schneider, 76, was killed at home.

76-year-old woman murdered in Rehovot

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 22:18:19 GMT

Police suspect victim was killed during apartment robbery.

Bet Shemesh fires 'probably arson'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:17:49 GMT

Over 30,000 trees damaged in worst fires since Lebanon war.

Hamas's Abu Tir arrested again

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:55:04 GMT

Legislator arrested for not complying with order to leave capital.

Police arrest drug dealer spy suspects

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:29:38 GMT

NCO, 7 Israeli citizens suspected of aiding Hizbullah dealers.

NCO allegedly spied for Hizbullah

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 14:36:52 GMT

IDF arrests suspect for allegedly passing intel.

New real estate scandal in Jerusalem?

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:30:07 GMT

Police refuse to say whether new bribery investigation opened.

MDA chief questioned for tax evasion

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:40:52 GMT

Director-General suspected of evading NIS 176 million in taxes.

Analysis: Cyber jihadis circumvent borders

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 03:22:33 GMT

Too many web sites indoctrinate recruits.

7 nabbed for cab-driver murder

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:34:25 GMT

Al-Qaida-inspired cell planned to kidnap soldiers, murder Christians.

Mashaal: More will be kidnapped

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:15:25 GMT

Hamas leader says price for Schalit will rise if demands not met.

The rise of Raed Salah

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 01:11:17 GMT

The incendiary leader of the Islamic Movement’s Northern Branch is posing a growing challenge to the security authorities.

'Personal errors at fault in Ramon case'

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:59:35 GMT

Police respond to state comptroller report, defend use of wiretaps.

7 nabbed for cab-driver murder

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:52:40 GMT

Al-Qaida-inspired cell planned to kidnap soldiers, murder Christians.

7 nabbed for cab-driver murder

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:45:39 GMT

Al-Qaida-inspired cell planned to kidnap soldiers, murder Christians.

Settler homes near Bat Ayin demolished

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 02:40:00 GMT

Structures built in memory of slain musician Erez Levanon.

Train hits stolen truck near Netanya

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 01:35:59 GMT

Driver's swift response saved passenger's lives.

Police prepare for Silwan protests

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 22:48:44 GMT

Public security minister expects "widespread disturbances"

Jerusalem Police prepare for Silwan demolition disturbances

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:40:19 GMT

Unrest expected to spread beyond Silwan area.

19 Beduin arrested for attacking JNF staff

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:50:30 GMT

Attacks may be related to a dispute over land ownership between the tribe and the state.

28 held for online World Cup betting scheme

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 05:49:07 GMT

Police officer allegedly provided gambling ring with "technical assistance."

Hockey, Holocaust memories and golem dolls

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:33:15 GMT

A visit to Prague inevitably involves stepping back in time.

Hit and run suspect turns himself in

Sat, 19 Jun 2010 17:14:14 GMT

26-year-old man in custody for striking and killing cyclist.

Protecting those who protect us

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:27:59 GMT

Cops are becoming prime targets for terrorists.

Turkish plane nearly causes B-G collision

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:12:31 GMT

35 parents roll into Ma’asiyahu prison

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:10:10 GMT

Protesters say is part of larger struggle over the place of religion in the state.

Tour guide goes missing

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 03:33:10 GMT

Nir Gur had previously disappeared eight months ago.

Police brace for new haredi riots

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:14:30 GMT

Netanyahu calls for restraint after ruling in Emmanuel case.

Palestinian gunman murders policeman in West Bank ambush

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 06:53:24 GMT

Yehoshua Sofer was supposed to be married in 3 months.

Al-Aqsa Brigade claims attack

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 21:22:01 GMT

Report: Shooting which killed officer was revenge for flotilla.

Policeman killed in W. Bank attack

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:33:22 GMT

2 other officers wounded in terror shooting in Hebron Hills area.

Pregnant woman murdered in Ashdod

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:05:57 GMT

Woman stabbed over spilled coffee; doctors try to save baby.

Pregnant woman murdered in Ashdod

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 18:58:50 GMT

Woman stabbed over spilled coffee; doctors try to save baby.

'Marmara' captain: I opposed violence

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:22:55 GMT

Report:Crew tried to stop IHH activists' violence before raid.

Police arrest 4 suspects in mosque graffiti case

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 02:36:52 GMT

Yeshiva youths do not appear to be part of an organized extremist cell, police say.

Mosque vandals 'influenced by flotilla'

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 10:02:06 GMT

Kfar Hasidim yeshiva students suspected of radical Ivteen graffiti.

Aharonovitch warns against violent crime

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 08:06:24 GMT

"Violent crime is as much a threat as external dangers."

'Turkish gov't backed extremists'

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:32:44 GMT

The IHH operatives maintained close ties with Erdogan, report says.

Teen charged for vodka gang attack

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:55:45 GMT

"Remember my name, we will meet again," youth tells assault victim.

Community policing plan approved

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:31:01 GMT

Pilot projects to expand police force to start in 14 regional councils.

Slain mob boss' widow attempts suicide?

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:21:27 GMT

Wife of Yaakov Alperon rushed to Kfar Saba hospital in apparent overdose.

8 cops, 38 settlers hurt in Beit El clashes

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:16:50 GMT

"One youth called me a Nazi, and they threw big rocks," commander tells ‘Post.'

NIS 20m. allocated to protect public officials

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 05:36:02 GMT

Initiative comes after rise in threats against police,MKs.

Gov’t mulling int'l Israeli news channel

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 02:36:13 GMT

The venture would require state and private funding.

Edelstein slams Reuters crop job

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 22:35:52 GMT

Gov't disturbed by Reuters' cropping of raid photos

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:41:06 GMT

Blogger Charles Johnson first to reveal exclusion of vital knife images.

Flotilla activists: Go back to Auschwitz

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 05:13:25 GMT

Turkish organizer: Everything is heading toward Islam.

Gaza flotilla: Go back to Auschwitz

Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:39:48 GMT

Organizer tells Gaza crowd: Everything is heading towards Islam.

‘Flotilla’s aim was to open sea corridor for Hamas’

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:25:05 GMT

Top security analyst says Turkish group was ‘real force’ behind ships.

Pro-IDF rallies sweep country, countering int'l condemnation

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:21:44 GMT

‘We came with paint guns and got lynched,’ say protesters

Israelis protest Turkey, flotilla

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:24:17 GMT

"We came with paint guns and got lynched," say protesters.

3 arrested, hurled rocks in Umm el-Fahm

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 05:06:55 GMT

We will allow protests, but not disturbances says senior cop.

Barak: Flotilla organizers to blame

Mon, 31 May 2010 13:44:37 GMT

Defense minister: IDF tried to disperse Gaza protesters peacefully.

Ayalon: Flotilla linked to al Qaida

Mon, 31 May 2010 09:14:13 GMT

Deputy FM makes 1st official Israeli response; PM updated in Canada.

Cult leader's family suspects foul play

Sun, 30 May 2010 04:39:04 GMT

Shai Abramof's family calls for investigation into his suicide.

Fires in North consume hundreds of dunams of trees

Fri, 28 May 2010 04:34:25 GMT

Golan blazes apparently sparked by IDF artillery shells.

Israeli Arab charged with spying

Thu, 27 May 2010 13:54:54 GMT

Amir Mahoul indicted for spying for Hizbullah.

GPO advises foreign journalists on luxurious Gaza restaurant

Thu, 27 May 2010 02:11:29 GMT

Move part of bid to stir awareness of anti-Israeli slant.

Police: No terror attack on TA bus

Wed, 26 May 2010 13:20:16 GMT

Reports of attempted bombing on Dan bus denied.

Olmert Holyland probe lasts 8 hours

Wed, 26 May 2010 05:03:02 GMT

Former PM's US brother also suspected of receiving bribes.

Makhoul to be indicted this week

Tue, 25 May 2010 16:49:25 GMT

Suspected Hizbullah spy remanded; Issam Makhoul: Lift gag order.

‘Civil Resilience Network a must in case of earthquake’

Mon, 17 May 2010 07:24:59 GMT

A “national readiness week” to be introduced to strengthen society, business sector.

Drill to simulate massive rocket attack

Mon, 17 May 2010 07:15:53 GMT

68 local authorities to take part in five-day exercise next week.

Chomsky blocked from entering Israel

Mon, 17 May 2010 07:05:01 GMT

Interior Ministry calls decision "misunderstanding."

Israel may let Chomsky into W. Bank

Sun, 16 May 2010 22:25:11 GMT

Ministry to check with IDF, denied entry "a misunderstanding."

Shootings claim 1 in Taibe; failed mob hit in Netanya

Sun, 16 May 2010 03:55:53 GMT

In other weekend violence, 17-year-old boy moderately wounded when stabbed by gang in Bnei Brak.

Argentine cops nab Israeli fugitives

Sun, 16 May 2010 03:15:30 GMT

Roth murderer Ben-Ivgi, train crash culprit Va’adyia in detention.

Palestinians claim settler killed innocent boy working his olive grove

Sat, 15 May 2010 23:50:41 GMT

Jewish man may have fired in response to other Palestinians stoning his car.

Roth killer arrested by Argentina cops

Sat, 15 May 2010 22:02:19 GMT

Chance encounter leads Mendosa police to convict Moshe Ben-Ivgi.

34-year-old shot dead in Taibe

Sat, 15 May 2010 18:38:34 GMT

Incident likely related to violent dispute between crime families.

Palestinian teen shot dead

Fri, 14 May 2010 17:18:21 GMT

Family: He was nearby when a settler fired at stone-throwing youths.

Beduins arrested for terror plot

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:57:53 GMT

Released for publication: Suspects threw Molotov cocktails at traffic.

E. J'lem demolitions on hold

Fri, 14 May 2010 02:32:05 GMT

Public Security Ministry backtracks after US intervention.

5 killed in Galilee bus crash

Thu, 13 May 2010 18:29:17 GMT

Some 50 people injured as Egged bus hits truck on Acre-Karmiel road.

Outrage at 'child-starving mom' deal

Thu, 13 May 2010 18:20:01 GMT

According to plea bargain, Jerusalem woman will evade prison sentence.

IDF officer allegedly stole arms for criminals

Wed, 12 May 2010 21:54:41 GMT

Police eavesdrop on arms deal between suspects and Israeli Arab underworld figure.

Aharonovitch: tear down illegal Arab homes

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:12:38 GMT

Says orders will be upheld despite diplomatic concerns.

IAF commander says deterrence effective – for now

Wed, 12 May 2010 09:05:02 GMT

Hamas and Hizbullah are rational, seek to maintain rule over their populations, and can therefore be deterred.

Jail cells to be improved

Tue, 11 May 2010 06:14:34 GMT

Aharonovitch sets new standards for prisoners’ living conditions.

IDF arrests Turkish man for ‘endangering W. Bank security’

Tue, 11 May 2010 06:12:06 GMT

Suspect is an active member of a pro-Palestinian, Islamic-oriented human rights organization.

IAF strikes Gaza after rocket attack

Tue, 11 May 2010 03:55:34 GMT

The IDF Spokesman’s Office said the targets had been struck accurately.

2 nabbed for spying for Hizbullah

Tue, 11 May 2010 03:10:56 GMT

Relatives of Israeli Arab detainees claim suspects unfairly targeted.

2 nabbed for spying for Hizbullah

Mon, 10 May 2010 18:33:35 GMT

Prominent Israeli Arab activists suspected of contact with agents.

'Ameer Makhoul, Omar Abdo nabbed for spying for Hizbullah'

Mon, 10 May 2010 15:04:36 GMT

Two Israeli Arabs suspected of contacting enemy agents; detainee's nephew: "Just another Shin Bet shenanigan."

Palestinian thief held for luring tourist with gay sex

Mon, 10 May 2010 07:42:36 GMT

Briton left naked and stranded at a busy intersection near Tira.

Key Holyland scandal suspect released

Mon, 10 May 2010 01:50:07 GMT

Meir Rabin posts NIS 500,000 bail, freed to 20 days' house arrest.

Fury over new nat'l security case

Sun, 09 May 2010 21:09:08 GMT

Some details from latest probe reported abroad, prohibited in Israel.

Top TA Municipality official escapes attempted hit

Sun, 09 May 2010 08:51:14 GMT

Shota Hovel unharmed after his car explodes in Holon; police launch criminal investigation.

TA mourns elderly robbery victim

Sun, 09 May 2010 02:51:01 GMT

Mishel Abramov was robbed at gunpoint, shot in the stomach.

Four arrested in clashes over Modi’in Illit home demolition

Fri, 07 May 2010 02:44:10 GMT

Police expand Holyland probe to US to grill Olmert's brother

Thu, 06 May 2010 20:15:15 GMT

Former PM suspected of transferring alleged bribe money to Middle East analyst Yossi Olmert.

Police chief, FBI head talk cooperation

Thu, 06 May 2010 19:15:57 GMT

Robert Mueller says fight against organized crime, terror borderless.

Negev: 39 suspected drug dealers arrested in undercover op

Thu, 06 May 2010 18:57:39 GMT

Marks second time in a week female agent used to catch suspected narcotics smugglers in area.

TA man suspected of pimping teen girls

Thu, 06 May 2010 13:53:07 GMT

Suspect allegedly used drugs to force victims to provide "sadomasochistic services."

Police: Too soon to rule out arson in W. Bank mosque fire

Thu, 06 May 2010 05:20:15 GMT

“The circumstances of the fire are still being examined, and all directions are being examined,” say cops.

Girlfriend may have lied in murder case

Thu, 06 May 2010 05:20:15 GMT

Arik Rafaelov, 16, laid to rest on Tuesday, was killed after being struck repeatedly by his girlfriend’s stepfather.

Ex official arrested in Holyland probe

Wed, 05 May 2010 23:24:25 GMT

Police arrested Beit Shemesh Municipality director and former Interior Ministry official Moti (Matityahu) Huta.

PA blames settlers for torching W. Bank mosque

Wed, 05 May 2010 05:09:10 GMT

Police say short circuit may have started blaze.

Druse clash with cops in North

Tue, 04 May 2010 23:51:00 GMT

Landowners protest plan to lay gas pipeline in village.

Psychiatrist: Tytel unfit for trial

Tue, 04 May 2010 16:33:38 GMT

Court, state prosecutors to debate evaluation at hearing.

Israeli Arabs riot over Taiba housing-demolition orders

Tue, 04 May 2010 08:42:35 GMT

About 100 men, many of them masked, throw stones at police and burn tires in protest.

Key Holyland suspect remanded again

Tue, 04 May 2010 04:20:30 GMT

Authorization given by A-G on new suspicions in other real estate deals.

Police arrest four Bat Yam teens for allegedly raping 12-year-old

Mon, 03 May 2010 22:06:17 GMT

Attorney for 13-year-old suspect claims victim offered to be client’s girlfriend.

Key Holyland suspect remanded again

Mon, 03 May 2010 16:41:31 GMT

Special approval given for request to hold Meir Rabin for 7 more days.

Police: Zaken passed NIS 1m. in bribes

Mon, 03 May 2010 07:14:31 GMT

Monies reportedly transferred to Olmert; ex-aide released to house arrest.

'Zaken transferred NIS 1m. in bribes'

Sun, 02 May 2010 16:17:26 GMT

Police suspect former Olmert aide also received jewelery, painting.

Cops crack Colombian cocaine crew

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:12:15 GMT

Volunteers sought to save animals on Lag Ba’omer

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:07:14 GMT

Pedophile-killer 'molested suicidal girl' in hospital

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:55:45 GMT

Director of charity that hired man to work as guard questioned on suspicion of employing convicted felon to protect minors.

Netanya mayor gets beefed-up security

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 05:36:32 GMT

Feierberg had received a letter containing two bullets demanding that she withdraw her support for a construction project in the city.

Meir Rabin gets 4th remand

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:44:15 GMT

Holyland suspect allegedly involved in 18 bribery offenses.

Police prepare to confront Olmert

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:51:57 GMT

Former aide Zaken, ex-Hapoalim chairman Dankner grilled over Holyland.

Peres secures release of Shahori

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:36:53 GMT

Israeli biker who inadvertently crossed border armed returns home.

Zaken allegedly handed bribes to ex-PM

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:57:21 GMT

Former Olmert aide arrested, blasts police and media handling of case.

'Meir Rabin bribed Lieberman, Yosef'

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:05:05 GMT

Developer may have handed cash to ministers for Holyland permits.

Offical: Egypt to let Israeli biker go

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:30:46 GMT

Shahori's release to be secured as 2nd Israeli crosser arrested.

Danker, Efrati released to 10-day house arrest

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 18:12:29 GMT

"I believe in my innocence," says former Bank Hapoalim chairman suspected of bribery.

Youth stabbed to death in Ness Ziona

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:16:41 GMT

In Lod, drunken man opens fire on taxi cab.

Internal Affairs: Closing the gateway to corruption

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:31:56 GMT

The Holyland scandal may be noteworthy not so much for its size, but rather as representative of police efforts to combat the phenomenon.

3 Holyland suspects kept in custody

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 03:22:45 GMT

Ex-deputy mayor accused of taking bribes, serving as intermediary.

3 Holyland suspects kept in custody

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:39:24 GMT

Remands of ex-deputy mayor, councilor, real estate developer extended.

Witness leads cops to 'second scam'

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:14:18 GMT

Former bank head Dankner suspected of taking bribes in new graft case.

Police deny Zaken state-witness rumor

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:46:51 GMT

Follows report ex-Olmert aide may testify against him over Holyland.

'Drama' due from Zaken's lawyer

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:47:14 GMT

Former aide may testify against Olmert in Holyland scandal.

'Police will only tell us before probe'

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:41:41 GMT

Olmert spokesman: “They won’t coordinate it with us ahead of time."

Ex-fraud cop: State’s witness likely has Holyland tapes

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 02:43:35 GMT

Lupolianski, Hasson released to house arrest.

Lupolianski's remand upheld

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:15:34 GMT

Court cites concern ex-J'lem mayor will disrupt Holyland probe.

Analysis: Bribery is the hardest offense to prove

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 02:04:24 GMT

Police hope others to implicate ex-PM

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:59:36 GMT

State witness kept in safe house, with media ban on his identity.

Olmert deflects blame to Lupolianski

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:15:25 GMT

Former PM vehemently denies involvement in Holyland scandal.

Police drill prompts huge jams in Center

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:29:06 GMT

Exercise with IDF, rescue services largest of its kind in recent yrs.

Olmert declared chief suspect in Holyland real estate case

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:54:22 GMT

Police say state witness secured in bribery affair; former prime minister's associate Messer released to 10-day house arrest; detention of elected J'lem Municipality official also announced.

Holyland case 'just the start'

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 09:11:39 GMT

After ex-mayor's arrest, top J'lem councilman urges more probes.

J'lem councilman: Holyland corruption is 'just the start'

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:03:00 GMT

In wake of arrest of ex-mayor, head of oppposition faction in city council calls on police to probe land development projects at Gilo, YMCA and Mamilla.

Olmert cuts holiday due to Holyland

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:19:09 GMT

Former PM denies involvement in the real estate bribery affair.

Bribery case ‘penetrated authorities’

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:22:36 GMT

Custody of 5 suspects in Holyland corruption affair extended.

Messer’s custody appeal denied

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:24:22 GMT

Soldier leads police on wild highway chase, then escapes

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:59:05 GMT

Police locate suspect’s abandoned car in a thornfield, launch ground search.

Police arrest two more in international organ fraud case

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:59:05 GMT

Suspects were arrested for luring victims into carrying out dangerous organ transplants abroad.

Journalist: Olmert received bribes

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 06:51:25 GMT

Akirov purchased former PM's wife's paintings at exaggerated prices.

Messer 'mysteriously' remanded

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:08:13 GMT

Olmert former confidant held in Holyland scandal investigation.

Uri Messer's remand extended

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:33:24 GMT

Olmert confidant accused of involvement in real estate bribery scam.

Woman pistolwhips Yokne’am schoolgirls

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:46:02 GMT

Mother lightly wounds two girls involved in fight with her daughter.

Another arrest made in Holyland case

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:58:05 GMT

Businessman Kelner allegedly paid hundreds of thousands of shekels in bribes.

Messer put on suicide watch in custody

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:35:40 GMT

Court rejects former Olmert associate's appeal against remand in bribery case.

Acre suspects 'influenced by Nasrallah'

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:01:33 GMT

Police say two men planned to purchase firearms to shoot at Jews.

Messer nabbed in mass corruption case

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:02:33 GMT

Olmert confidant allegedly involved in scandal linked to J'lem’s Holyland Park.

Police nab organ trafficking ring

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:42:44 GMT

Donors were allegedly promised $100,000 for kidneys.

Austrian billionaire wanted for questioning in Israel

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:58:58 GMT

Martin Schlaff did not attend father’s funeral due to longstanding investigations.

Traffic court judge’s car vandalized near Haifa

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:58:58 GMT

Lindenstrauss-Arieli's car windshield was smashed while away on vacation in France.

Frantic phone calls lead cops to scene of alleged rape

Sun, 04 Apr 2010 01:17:36 GMT

16-year-old girl pleads to Petah Tikva police for help, claiming married man raped her in motel room.

Egypt kills 3 African migrants in Sinai border ‘death zone’

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:35:36 GMT

Spate of shootings in last four days brings total this year to 12, says Human Rights Watch.

School principal named as suspect in Rahat slayings

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:20:42 GMT

Police flood Beduin city to prevent revenge attacks.

Second Arab weapon-snatching gang may be operating in North

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:20:42 GMT

“It’s too soon to say whether we are dealing with a similar group in this case,” police source tells 'Post'.

Iran attempts to block European satellite signals

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:07:38 GMT

Jamming efforts also disrupt Hot Bird 8 satellite’s broadcasts beyond Iran’s borders.

Rahat gunfight leaves 2 dead, 3 wounded

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:43:52 GMT

Police suspect that a conflict over property may have triggered the violence.

8 Israeli Arabs charged with attacks on soldiers

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:34:08 GMT

Eight Arab-Israelis from the North were charged in the Haifa District Court on Sunday with planning and carrying out attacks on IDF soldiers and stealing their firearms.

Lawyer indicted for stealing from elderly

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:38:16 GMT

The defendant, named as Yardena Nilman, was the appointed guardian of her alleged victims between 2006 and 2008.

Drive-by shooting, stabbings in center cloud weekend

Sun, 28 Mar 2010 06:29:29 GMT

14-year-old boy injured by a gunshot in Lod; 56-year-old kiosk owner and his 23-year-old son were seriously injured by attackers armed with knives in Netanya.

Behind the Lines: ‘We all want to make money’

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 12:32:36 GMT

The capital’s Old City is marked by starkly different views, but united by its reliance on tourists.

Behind the Lines: ‘We all want to make money’

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 17:24:32 GMT

The capital’s Old City is marked by starkly different views, but united by its reliance on tourists.

Right-wing MKs tour near Temple Mount

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:39:17 GMT

National Union MKs overcome police attempts to block them.

200 e. J'lem Jewish homes get early ok

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:59:16 GMT

PM orders panel to freeze deliberations on construction in capital.

Politically motivated move, blow to intelligence-sharing

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:50:48 GMT

Britain’s expulsion of an Israeli diplomat over an alleged Mossad assassination seems certain to damage counterterrorism efforts.

Jewish homes approved in e. J'lem

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:39:12 GMT

Peace Now condemns final approval of 20 new housing units in Sheikh Jarrah.

J'lem officials slam removal of Ir Amim info from Web site

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 05:06:54 GMT

It's wrong that details of NGO's city tour removed from J'lem municipality Web site while Gush Katif Museum info remains, officials say.

Probe launched into leaflets denouncing Shin Bet man

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:11:57 GMT

Leaflets accuse Israel Security Agency Jewish division head of threatening those who struggle against "the expulsion of Jews.”

Police investigating threats over Avi Nimni TV documentary

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:04:20 GMT

The show examined claimed that an army of thuggish fans threatens and intimidates anyone perceived to pose a challenge to their hero.

IAF strikes in Gaza after Kassam attack

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:24:16 GMT

6 targets hit, 2 reported wounded; Security sources: Hamas not behind attack.

Man named after Begin shot dead

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:20:34 GMT

Begin Qadsa leaves behind two brothers – Sadat and Carter.

Man named after Begin shot dead

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:23:30 GMT

Begin Qadsa leaves behind two brothers – Sadat and Carter.

Danino: South is no longer a safe place for criminals

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:18:51 GMT

Southern police chief says his region of jurisdiction is no longer being dubbed “the wild south.”

IDF watches for signs of W. Bank uprising

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:18:51 GMT

Security officials say chances that a third intifada will erupt are still unlikely.

Lod schools to strike after attack on principal

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:57:36 GMT

Anatomy of a mob hit

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:36:19 GMT

Ex-Hapoel Beersheba player allegedly murdered over "business dispute."

Public Security Ministry sets up Arabic Web site

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:02:15 GMT

Comes as rumors of “dangers” to the Aksa Mosque continue to circulate in Arabic.

Accused Jewish terrorist Teitel undergoing psychiatric tests

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:32:21 GMT

Israeli-American allegedly led murderous lone-wolf campaign of violence targeting Palestinians, left-wing Israelis, police and Christians.

Police chief slams PA incitement

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:50:58 GMT

Insp.-Gen. Cohen warns of "unnecessary escalation" in the capital.

'Drivers, not roads, to blame for deadly crashes'

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:21:36 GMT

Transportation Ministry and traffic police put human factor behind recent spate of leather road accidents,

Iranian Jewish family nabbed at Ben-Gurion with 15 kg. opium

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:19:43 GMT

Undercover police investigation into alleged drugs smuggling ring dubbed “Haman’s ears.”

Galilee mom released to house arrest

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:45:13 GMT

Woman suspected of trying to euthanize son partially admits to allegations.

Woman arrested for suspected euthanasia attempt on son

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:32:55 GMT

Woman from Arab Israeli village in the North taken into custody after police receives report from her son who suffers from muscular dystrophy.

Arms stolen from police facility

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:30:16 GMT

Police deputy chief orders probe into Monday night break-in, robbery in North.

Arms stolen from police facility

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:19:13 GMT

Police deputy chief orders probe into Monday night break-in, robbery in North.

'4-8 weeks left for diplomacy on Iran'

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:28:48 GMT

Deputy FM says China could replace Iran with energy suppliers like Saudi Arabia.

Bulldozer runs car off W. Bank road

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:52:40 GMT

Police say incident near Havat Gilad was accident, not terror attack.

20% of 14-year-olds admit to inhaling industrial chemicals

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:16:30 GMT

Netanya teen falls to death from school roof after getting high on AC gas.

MDA spokesman arrested for possession of lost police ID

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:16:30 GMT

Badge was stolen from a Traffic Police inspector five years ago.

Police: Biker killed in Kiryat Ata blast en route to hit

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:35:54 GMT

Motorcyclist, released after 6 years for role in attempted murder, was carrying large amount of explosives.

Lieberman: There was no illegal Belarus tip-off

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:36:12 GMT

FM rejects latest claims against him, slams cops.

Motorcycle explodes in Kiryat Ata

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:20:19 GMT

Driver killed in apparent crime-related blast, several treated for shock.

Aussie investigators deny hit-and-run

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:08:30 GMT

TA cyclist demands apology after accident allegedly involving embassy car.

'Illegal tip-off suspicions baseless'

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:51:29 GMT

Lieberman: Nothing to come out of reports Belarus envoy told him of investigation.

FM case diplomat forced on leave

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:25:57 GMT

Ze’ev Ben-Aryeh allegedly tipped off Lieberman on police investigation.

Shin Bet investigates death threats to judges

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:06:42 GMT

Fax threatens to "execute a judge soon."

FM: New probe obstruction of justice

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:06:42 GMT

Police: Investigation guided by facts and professionalism.

Prisons add cameras in wake of Galilee rape case

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:06:42 GMT

“This is happening not only in Kishon, but in every prison which houses minors."

Charges against 'abused' teen dropped

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:06:42 GMT

Prosecutors won't charge Karmiel boy who was allegedly gang-raped in jail.

Former Belarus envoy put on leave

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:37:05 GMT

Ben-Aryeh allegedly passed secret investigation materials to Lieberman.

Charges against 'abused' teen dropped

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:26:06 GMT

Prosecutors won't charge Karmiel boy who was allegedly gang-raped in jail.

13 youths indicted in gang-rape of 15-year-old girl

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:53:28 GMT

Brother of suspect claims sibling was subjected to peer pressure.

FM files High Court petition on leaks

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:08:08 GMT

Lieberman cites "mother and father of all investigation disruptions."

‘Burn in hell,’ girl tells Mizrahi

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:21:06 GMT

Alleged teen gang rapists to be indicted

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 01:21:06 GMT

Education is key to preventing such incidents among teens, says crisis center employee.

FM Lieberman questioned over alleged tip-off in 2008

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:41:22 GMT

Foreign Ministry sources slam investigators as Lieberman grilled over "illegal tip-off."

'Lieberman received illegal tip-off'

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:21:49 GMT

Police suspect FM was given secret info about investigation against him.

‘Dubai ban on Israelis hits relations’

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:35:10 GMT

Former top cop: UK, Australian probes into hit have "zero chance" of success.

‘13 boys gang-raped girl for 3 years’

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:14:52 GMT

Police investigation began one month ago after parental complaint; youths arrested.

UK investigators to interview British citizens in Tel Aviv

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:59:29 GMT

Individuals whose identities were apparently used by alleged hit squad may receive new biometric passports.

Police to hunt down mob kingpins on traffic violations

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:58:17 GMT

Police are keen to arrest mob kingpins on any available charges, such as drunk driving.

Palestinians, IDF clash in Hebron, day 4

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:22:28 GMT

The stun grenade exploded with a flash and a loud bang. Smoke filled the air. People ran, as tear gas canisters screeched overhead.

Palestinians, IDF clash in Hebron, day 4

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:22:57 GMT

The stun grenade exploded with a flash and a loud bang. Smoke filled the air. People ran, as tear gas canisters screeched overhead.

'Mabhouh hit too costly to be considered a success'

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:06:59 GMT

Assassination not a successful operation because of media fallout, former Mossad man tells 'Post'.

IDF completes major drill

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:06:59 GMT

General Staff Headquarters exercise drilled regional commands, branches and functional directorates in the North and along the border with Gaza.

IDF closes 2 Cast Lead 'human shield' cases

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:22:56 GMT

The IDF’s Military Police found charges to be baseless, the army announced on Wednesday.

Israeli firms to secure World Cup

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 03:09:18 GMT

Over 30 Israeli companies to aid South Africa via hi-tech security products.

'3 Dubai suspects fled through Iran'

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:39:57 GMT

15 new names released in connection with Mabhouh assassination. [video]

Barak in US to push Iran sanctions

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:29:19 GMT

TAU institute: Teheran a year from nuclear bomb, if it wants.

Clashes in Hebron over heritage list

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:42:21 GMT

PA official calls Israeli decision ‘very dangerous.’

IAF unveils massive ‘super-drone’

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:22:58 GMT

Heron TP is size of passenger jet, can fly 20 hours nonstop, reach Iran.

‘S-300 delivery a serious development’

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:22:58 GMT

Analyst: Russia sends mixed messages on Iran deal to increase ME influence.

35 right-wingers arrested in Jericho

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:10:03 GMT

Activists evacuated from ancient synagogue after illegally entering city.

Gazans to invest in Bank of Israel

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 04:18:54 GMT

Barak approves Gaza banks' request as humanitarian gesture.

IDF fires at Palestinian near Gaza fence

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:40:49 GMT

Army says says man approached border; Palestinians say five wounded.

Biometric passports – how will spies cope?

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:35:31 GMT

Is the age of forged passports and bogus aliases drawing to a close?

Dubai police wants Dagan arrested

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:42:13 GMT

Interpol issues 11 warrants for alleged killers; Dubai "99% sure" Mossad did it.

6 more assassins added to Dubai wanted list

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:24:58 GMT

Former senior Mossad man tells ‘Post’: Hit serves those who want to accuse Israel of being aggressive.

Analysis: Dubai hit was not a botched job

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:57:25 GMT

Irrespective of who carried out the assassination, the operation was meticulously planned and successfully executed.

Dubai assassins used names of UK olim

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:05:04 GMT

6 Brits named by Dubai as Hamas man's killers have same names as immigrants.

Mildiner: I woke up a 'murderer'

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:33:05 GMT

One of 7 olim whose identities were allegedly used in Dubai speaks to 'Post'. [video]

Mullen to IDF Haiti delegation: Humanity is proud of you

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:30:27 GMT

"The important work you did will not be forgotten," says chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Mildiner: I woke up a 'murderer'

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:55:43 GMT

One of 7 olim whose identities were allegedly used in Dubai speaks to 'Post'. [video]

Mullen to IDF Haiti delegation: Humanity is proud of you

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:39:01 GMT

"The important work you did will not be forgotten," says chairman of US Joint Chief of Staff.

Backpackers, business travelers not heeding travel warnings

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:37:17 GMT

"We are striving for ways to achieve better responsiveness," government official tells 'Post.'

'Strike may have unplanned results'

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:43:54 GMT

Mullen: A nuclear Iran would be a big, big problem for all of us.

"Hello, police? Screw your sister!"

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:16:04 GMT

Palestinians torment Judea and Samaria police with abusive phone calls.

Why are people going to Iran?

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:06:04 GMT

Iranian olim spokesman to 'Post': Ashdod man's conviction for trip justified.

Internet pedophile charged with rape

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:36:49 GMT

Avinoam Braverman is suspected of having contacted as many as 1,000 young females over the Internet between 2007 and 2009.

'Terrorist killer was a PA officer'

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:11:18 GMT

Soldier sitting in jeep stabbed, crashes vehicle as he tries to escape.

4 minors suspected of raping girl

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:27:36 GMT

Northern girl feared to be subject to ongoing sexual abuse for 4 years since she was 10.

Stranded US couple aided by Dutch donor

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:45:15 GMT

"I have a troubled past, but I’m no con artist," Miami man says.

Stranded US couple aided by Dutch donor

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 05:12:03 GMT

"I have a troubled past, but I’m no con artist," Miami man says.

Miami couple marooned at Ben-Gurion

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:03:16 GMT

Wife miscarries in airport; husband claims debt result of mistaken identity.

Son of Nazareth deputy mayor suspected of killing his wife

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 23:00:36 GMT

Arrest comes hours after his father took part in protest against domestic violence in Arab community.

Ashkelon resident cited for reporting first floating bomb

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:09:51 GMT

Press Council reaches deal with police over gag orders

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:09:51 GMT

A-G briefed on Lieberman case

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:01:42 GMT

Weinstein not due to make decision on fraud, money laundering affair this month.

Police chief warns mob power vacuum could lead to violence

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:13:09 GMT

Eleven mob leaders out of a recognized 18 organization heads have been put behind bars in recent years, according to police.

3rd bomb made safe at Palmahim beach

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:36:07 GMT

Gaza gunman claims many more bombs still at sea to avenge terror chief's death.

Man arrested over Petah Tikva murder

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:18:00 GMT

Police: 21-year-old claims he stabbed events hall owner in self-defense.

Knesset: Drop all charges against ‘abused’ US-Israeli youth

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:03:23 GMT

Police Investigations Department: There is indication teen’s complaint he was beaten by officers is justified.

Navy on high alert as more floating bombs feared

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:10:21 GMT

“We are closely following the developments and will continue searching the area" says deputy chief of staff.

‘Nazi speed’ smuggled in huge amounts

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 06:51:00 GMT

Police seize 5,000 ‘Yaba’ pills, often referred to as "Hitler's drug," at B-G.

Suspected Internet pedophile communicated with 1,000 girls

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:27:58 GMT

TA man allegedly used Web to expose himself to his victims, lured at least 3 into having sex.

South on alert after 2 barrel bombs

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:26:23 GMT

Police say "attack was carefully planned"; Ashdod-area beaches closed.

Police, Shin Bet irked over mosque-arson suspects release

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:25:28 GMT

“We wouldn’t have arrested them if there was not real suspicions against them,” security source tells ‘Post’.

On The Beat: From crime to terror – and back again

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:33:08 GMT

The decade began with suicide bombings on an unprecedented scale and ended with the threat all but eliminated. But while the Israel Police is now shifting away from counterterror, the coming years look no less challenging.

Court frees Od Yosef Chai Yeshiva head Rabbi Yitzhak Shapira

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:32:01 GMT

Police informer leads to arrest of 32

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:17:45 GMT

"The South will be quieter after this," Negev cop says