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Yair Netanyahu makes a stormy appearance at Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court, December 2018.

Yair Netanyahu's Twitter account suspended for 12 hours

The prime minister's son had called for protestors to head to Orbach's home to encourage him to fight against the formation of a unity government.

Police, Shin Bet end operation to arrest people involved in rioting

Some 532 people have been arrested since the beginning of Operation "Law and Order".

By ALON HACHMON/MAARIV ONLINE
04/06/2021

Wife of President-elect Herzog visits domestic violence shelter

The visit comes following her husband's election as President of Israel on Wednesday, replacing outgoing President Reuven Rivlin as his term nears its end.

7,500 march in Jerusalem LGBTQ+ Pride parade

No violent incidents were reported during the event

04/06/2021

In Pictures: Jerusalem LGBTQ+ Pride returns after 2 years

Some 7,500 people took part in the event as it returned for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began.

Women of the Palmah: Hear their stories

The Palmah was the elite fighting unit of the Hagana, the underground army of the Jewish community in Israel during pre-state times.

By YAAKOV BAR-ON
04/06/2021

Israel, Greek tourism ministers meet, agree on COVID-19 testing

Tourism Minister Farkash-HaCohen also met with Italy's tourism minister, where to two sides agreed to renew cooperation on tourism between the countries.

How a ‘wokestorm’ is misleading a generation about Israel

How can honest advocates for justice condone such violent attacks against a people?

By RABBI AVRAM MLOTEK/JTA
04/06/2021
American Jews marching in New York with Israeli flags. How can we bridge the divide between Israel a

Is Israel advocacy in crisis? How the Gaza conflict exposed fault lines

The latest war between Israel and Hamas brought this shift to the front and suggested the pro-Israel community needs to reassess its tactics and long-held assumptions.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
04/06/2021

How did Bennett win Israel's prime minister race after the election?

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: The Yamina leader got only seven seats when Israelis voted, but he turned that into victory in the contest that really counted

03/06/2021
The Bennett-Lapid moment.

New government to be sworn in on Wednesday

Naftali Bennett quells rebellion in Yamina, vows to honor deal with Yair Lapid * Mickey Levy tapped to replace Yariv Levin as Knesset speaker.

03/06/2021

Intelligence officer who died in prison was not charged with espionage

The IDF intelligence officer died during the recent war between Israel and Hamas. His family has rejected claims that he took his own life.

THE CAST of ‘The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem.’

‘The Beauty Queen of Jerusalem’ makes its amazing, much-awaited debut

It’s soapy fun, although it takes a while to get going * There is no way to discuss the plot further without revealing spoilers, but you can already tell if this series is for you.

"Orange Tent" protesters gather outside Yamina MK Ayelet Shaked's home, June 3, 2021.

Hundreds protest unity gov't near Ayelet Shaked's home

Some 800 protesters gathered to protest outside Yamina MK Ayelet Shaked's house * Dozens, in favor of the unity government, have gathered in a counter-protest.

Israel's political guard has all changed at once

NATIONAL AFFAIRS: A country that has had the same prime minister for over 12 years, the same president for 7, and the same head of the Mossad for the last 5-and-a-half now has a new roster.

03/06/2021
PRIME MINISTER Benjamin Netanyahu – his people skills are not normal.

Netanyahu: What caused the downfall of Israel's legendary prime minister?

MIDDLE ISRAEL: Historians will agree that Netanyahu's downfall was caused not by any event, idea or trend, but by his character.

Without Trump and Netanyahu, there is no blocking an Iran deal - analysis

In 2015, former US President Barack Obama set a precedent when he pushed for and signed the deal with the Islamic Republic. It caused a reordering of the balance of power in the region.

PM holds first working meeting with new Mossad chief Barnea

Barnea, 56, is the replacement for former Mossad director Yossi Cohen.

Bennett or Lapid – who owns the Mossad, Shin Bet? - analysis

If the rotation-unity setup between Netanyahu and Gantz is any indication, it would be Bennett until the switch in August 2023.

Maccabi Tel Aviv captures Israel State Cup title

Derby final ends with yellow-and-blue beating Hapoel in extra time • National Team on the road

By JOSHUA HALICKMAN
03/06/2021

Bennett gets full Shin Bet prime-ministerial protection

The latest Shin Bet security for Bennett is a fuller and more formal measure extended only to prime ministers.

PM Bennett, FM Liberman will bring new look for Israel's economy

Economists are also optimistic about Avigdor Liberman as potential finance minister. The Yisrael Beytenu leader has previously served as defense minister and foreign minister

03/06/2021

What does a new government have in store for Israel's national budget?

The new government will look to make heavy structural reforms and investment in infrastructure, transportation and real estate.

03/06/2021

Biden congratulates Herzog on becoming Israel's 11th president

“I am confident that under his presidency, the partnership between Israel and the United States will continue to grow.”

Jerusalem highlights June 4-10: What's new in Israel's capital?

Jerusalem Folk Music evening returns to Silo Cafe with Nes (Miracle), a band that boldly bridges the generation gap

Grapevine May 30, 2021: Seeking director

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

Jerusalem's local elections - Go vote!

Elections are scheduled for East Talpiot, Kiryat Yovel, Har Nof, Beit Hakerem, Zur Baher, Neveh Yaakov, Romema, Beit Hanina and the two councils of Ramot.

03/06/2021

Collective creativity: Jerusalem coming back to life

If we are to continue to create, and to enjoy the product thereof – surely a fundamental requisite of the human race – we need to address the grassroots.

03/06/2021

Jerusalem prepares ahead of LGBTQ+ Pride march, far-right counter-protest

Police will also secure sites where participants of the march plan to celebrate at later in the day.

03/06/2021

This woman empowers Anglo women by sharing their stories

“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life? The world would split open.” - Muriel Rukeyser (20th c. Jewish American poet and political activist)

By Rivkah Lambert Adler
03/06/2021

Netanyahu responds to change coalition: 'Dangerous left-wing government'

"It hasn't even been 24 hours, and Lapid and Bennett are leaning on Ra'am!" stated the Likud on Thursday, following Netanyahu's tweet.

03/06/2021

Fires break out throughout northern Israel, Jerusalem

Multiple fires broke out throughout Israel on Thursday afternoon. While some were put out, others are still leaving streets blocked, with Fire and Rescue Services attempting to put out the flames.

From hope to despair: Israelis react to new anti-Netanyahu coalition

Ya'alon says gov't will get country back on track; Ben-Gvir warns of blood on new members' hands.

'Super termites' set to emerge from Israeli soil in coming days

The termites themselves are yellow-brown, with a honey-brown head. One colony of these insects can reach millions of people and travel up to 100 meters from their nests.

Three Ladies, Three Lattes: Baseless hatred or lousy leaders?

In these dark days for Israel, the tragedy at Mt. Meron seems so many disasters away already. How do you three ladies feel about what happened there and how it has been dealt with by the government?

By THREE LADIES , THREE LATTES
03/06/2021

Taglit-Birthright Israel is back and just in time

Although foreign tourism hasn’t fully opened in Israel, Birthright Israel CEO Gidi Mark has told me that allowing Birthright Israel visits is seen as a national priority.

Team Finest: Meet Israel’s first professional esports team

Over the years, video games have evolved drastically from a niche hobby to being the most valuable and lucrative form of entertainment in the world.

03/06/2021

Giving birth in one of the world's busiest delivery rooms

“It’s a boy, Professor!” I screamed with joy as I barged in his office after a simple ultrasound when a nurse accidentally dropped this bomb. I was six months pregnant with my fifth child.

By HADASSAH CHEN
03/06/2021

Israel’s raid on Osirak, 40 years on

In 1980 the Middle East was dominated by a series of powerful non-democratic regimes. These included Saddam Hussein in Iraq, who had come to power and promised rapid industrialization of the country.

Port TLV Project highlighted at Dubai Investment Forum

Residents of Port TLV will enjoy the benefits of a five-star property, with deluxe concierge services, 24/7 security, a gym, complete with advanced equipment and personal trainer, and art exhibits.

Volunteers restore Acre guest houses damaged during Arab-Jewish riots

The clean-up project, called "Loving Acre, Protecting Home," brought 60 volunteers to the city.

Director of tourism at JDA: ‘The world is choosing Jerusalem’

“Jerusalem is the central meeting point of the world,” Ilanit Melchior said, “and a true blend of East and West.”

Lapid tells Rivlin: I have succeeded in forming coalition with Bennett

Bennett, Abbas finalize coalition deal * New governing coalition has been formed and is prepared to replace Netanyahu

03/06/2021

Lapid, Bennett, Abbas finalize coalition deal

The chairperson of Ra’am Mansour Abbas signed a document that allows Yesh Atid leader Yair Lapid to form a government.

03/06/2021

Adolf Eichmann was executed on June 1, 59 years ago

Before his capture, under the guise of several false identities, Eichmann fled to Argentina along with many other members of the Nazi Party.

03/06/2021

Israeli start-up companies raise $110 million

In April, Israeli companies raised $2.7 billion, including more than $1 billion announced in just one day.

03/06/2021

Isaac Herzog elected 11th President of the State of Israel by wide margin

Herzog defeated Miriam Peretz in 87 to 27 vote, becoming first son of a president to become president.

03/06/2021
Netanyahou pourra-t-il sauver la coalition?

A government for the people? - comment

It seems like an eternity instead of only a month since Yair Lapid received the mandate from President Reuven Rivlin to form a coalition after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to do so.

02/06/2021
A healthcare worker shows a vial and a box of the AstraZeneca coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine

Coronavirus vaccination for children to start next week – Health Ministry

In light of the extremely low morbidity rate in Israel, the ministry decided to recommend the vaccine for groups at risk, including children with pre-existing conditions.

JEWISH AGENCY Chairman Isaac Herzog affixes a mezuzah on the restored AMIA building in Buenos Aires.

Life after Rivlin: What will Israel be like with President Herzog?

Herzog, a mensch and likable man of whom very few have a bad word to say – quite a feat considering the amount of time he has been in public life – is experienced, diplomatic and statesmanlike.

02/06/2021

Ronen Izhaki’s 'Pshutot' is an artistic tribute to Zelda

The cast of Pshutot is comprised of five dancers from the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance, where Izhaki teaches, and three other female dancers whom Izhaki met over the past several years.

By ORI J. LENKINSKI
02/06/2021
MK Elazar Stern

Elazar Stern is the most likely Herzog successor at the Jewish Agency

Elazar Stern, who is orthodox but liberal, is viewed favorably by the Reform and Conservative movements, who have influence in choosing who gets the post.

02/06/2021

Does Israel really need a president?

Most people need a parent figure of some kind, which is why Queen Elizabeth has remained so popular in Britain. To Jewish communities abroad, the president of Israel is the closest thing to royalty.

Isaac Herzog: A second generation president

Isaac Herzog follows in the footsteps of his father, Chaim Herzog, Israel's sixth president.

Elderly couple found shot to death in Kfar Yona in likely murder-suicide

The investigation revealed that the wife was planning on leaving the man and had rented an apartment which she was planning on moving into later this week.

Morris Kahn: Israel on the moon in 2024

Both the United Arab Emirates and Israel have set their eyes on the stars and have the most advanced programs in the Middle East.

02/06/2021

Indian Amb. to UAE: Israel-UAE ties brings India closer to both countries

"We are privilege to have a strategic partnership not just with Israel but with the UAE," Pavan Kapoor said.

Tamar Zandberg

Fake death certificate for Meretz MK Tamar Zandberg circulates online

This is the latest in an ongoing series of incitements against politicians in the anti-Netanyahu bloc.

Red Cross chief urges Israel, Palestinians to end cycle of violence

Gaza medical officials said Israeli air strikes killed 253 Palestinians. Rockets and missiles fired by Palestinian factions killed 13 people in Israel.

By REUTERS
02/06/2021

UAE Foreign Trade Min.: UAE, Israel vital partners in a post-COVID economy

“UAE-Israel relations are based on a long-term global agenda,” Al Zeyoudi said. “We are very vital partners supporting elements of bilateral trade to bring a wealth of benefits.”

Bennett, Lapid in marathon talks to form anti-Netanyahu coalition

"It's all on Ayelet Shaked now. She's the only real issue left."

02/06/2021
20th anniversary of the Dolphinarium Disco terror attack

20th anniversary of the infamous Dolphinarium Disco terror attack

Twenty-one people were killed in the attack, including one soldier and 20 civilians, most of whom were teenage girls.

UAE Ambassador pays a visit to Israel's Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi of Israel

UAE Ambassador met with Israel's Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi David Lau

The UAE ambassador invited Rabbi Lau to come and make a formal visit to the UAE shortly.

Arab student awarded medal from college for saving Jewish man from lynch

Kasem shielded Janashvili with his own body while he - as a qualified nurse - bandaged his wounds. Then, he offered support to Janashvili’s mother, who had fainted at the sight of her injured son.

Ofer Prison

IDF intelligence officer arrested last year dies in prison

The hearings in the case of the late officer were held behind closed doors and a gag order was implemented prohibiting their publication.

By MAARIV ONLINE
02/06/2021

Bomb shelter windows in Gaza border communities to be reinforced

The recommendation was made following a secondary investigation into the death of 6 year old Ido Avigail who was killed when a piece of shrapnel penetrated the window of the bomb shelter.

Lindsey Graham: The more people try to destroy Israel, the more US aid

Netanyahu: "No one has done more for Israel than you, Senator Lindsey Graham, stalwart champion of our alliance and we have no better friend."

Hungary FM vowed to oppose all anti-Israel UN, EU actions on Gaza

"Hungary will continue to stand by Israel and will protest on any international stage against biased decisions that ignore attacks by terrorist organizations."

By TOVAH LAZAROFF , HADASSAH BRENNER
01/06/2021
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with outgoing Mossad chief Yossi Cohen and incoming Mossad chief D

New Mossad chief hints at more assassinations, attacks against Iran

Israel would not be passive simply because the majority of the world was willing to look the other way on Iran’s nuclear program.

Degel Council of Torah to Bennett: ‘Recant intention to uproot religion’

Degel HaTorah is the non-hassidic constituent party, which along with the hassidic Agudat Yisrael party, makes up the United Torah Judaism Knesset faction.

Can the 'government of change' do more than just oust Bibi? - analysis

Israel needs a government that functions, not just a replacement for Netanyahu.

01/06/2021

Herzog, Peretz to face off in presidential race in Knesset

If elected, Peretz would be Israel's first woman president. If he wins, Herzog would be the first president whose father had been president before.

01/06/2021

Israel summons Argentina's ambassador over anti-Israel UNHRC vote

Argentina's vote in unacceptable to Israel as it ignores Hamas terrorism and the firing of close to 4,500 rockets at Israeli citizens, said the FM's envoy to Latin America and the Carribean.

‘The Human Factor’ looks at the Americans behind the Israel peace process

The series will definitely appeal to political junkies because, as these negotiators would likely admit, the devil is in the details.

After COVID-19, Italy invites Israelis back with its foods and wines

Israelis – also those who are not vaccinated or recovered - can now travel to Italy just by presenting a negative PCR test. No quarantine is required.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with outgoing Mossad chief Yossi Cohen and incoming Mossad chief D

Barnea takes over Mossad; Cohen: Mossad struck deep into Iran’s heart

Netanyahu: Cohen ‘won over’ region’s leaders for Abraham Accords

Jewish, Arab actors work together to rebuild theatre burnt in Acre riots

The hope of those taking part in the rebuilding effort is to have the theatre open by the Acre Festival taking place on the holiday of Sukkot.

Going Irish on the Golan with The Bloomers

The sounds of the Emerald Isle have been hard to come by since the early years of the millennium when the Irish Music Festival enjoyed a regular annual berth at the Tel Aviv Cinematheque.

01/06/2021

Tel Aviv-Jaffa to allow unmarried couples to register, receive services

Registering as family units under the municipality will be applied to couples, including same-sex couples, who live together and share a residence.

5-year-old survivor of cable car crash leaves ICU, doesn’t remember event

Eight days after the disaster, the boy was transferred from the intensive care unit to a normal ward.

Netanyahu trial: Judges press PM’s lawyers to focus on big picture

Defense: Walla was negative on Bibi even after ‘turning point’ in 2012 meeting

Israel's new unemployment plan: No benefits for under age 28

Under the new model, job seekers people will be given a maximum number of days they can receive unemployment benefits, based on their age and number of dependents.

01/06/2021

Defense exports bring in $8.3 billion despite coronavirus pandemic

Abraham Accords open door for "huge potential" says Brig.-Gen.(res.) Yair Kulas, head of SIBAT

People pose in front of a display showing the word 'cyber' in binary code, in this picture illustrat

Rafael sets up cyber consortium to defend critical infrastructure

Iranian attack on Israel's water supply led Rafael to form the consortium with 12 leading cyber companies.

A MOROCCO FAN waves his national flag at a soccer match.

Israeli carrier Israir to start flights to Morocco in July

Israel and Morocco agreed in December to resume diplomatic ties and relaunch direct flights - part of a deal brokered by the United States.

By REUTERS
01/06/2021
Small toy figures are seen in front of diplayed Amazon logo

Amazon may restart free shipping to Israel - report

In November 2019, Amazon began offering free shipping to Israel of thousands of products with a minimum order of $49, setting off nothing less than a consumer revolution overnight.

01/06/2021

3 steps Israel will take to keep COVID cases low as restrictions lifted

Health officials said that certain forms of surveillance will remain in place to help prevent an escalation.

LGBTQ+: 73% of Israelis support equal rights for same-sex couples

The survey noted that these sentiments are expressed by both left-wing and right-wing Israeli camps.

Right-wing activists to set up protest tent by Ayelet Shaked's house

Various right-wing activists are expected to visit the tent throughout the time it is placed to express their opinion on Yamina's actions.

Israel Mahjong League to hold fundraiser to combat Alzheimer's disease

The evening will include playing Mahjong with prizes for those who win the highest scores.

Teammates of the Israeli-Arab women soccer team, Sakhnin, perform warm-up drills before the game aga

Israeli female soccer players fight back against sexism, prejudice

"Who will give people back the hour-and-a-half they wasted watching women's soccer?" reads one comment.

Israelis attend the annual Hebrew Book Week, on Rabin Square, Tel Aviv. June 06, 2018.

After pandemic, Hebrew Book Week returns in full force

The event will be held in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem from June 9-19, encouraging residents of all ages to read in Hebrew.

Conference of kashrut supervisors on upcoming shmita year, May 2021

Drones, cameras to secure rabbis, produce during shmita year

Cooperation with international authorities and Israeli security forces has helped ensure that the laws of the shmita year can be kept.

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