Negev

Gov't approves new international airport in Israel's South, amid Ben-Gurion congestion concerns

Israel will build a new international airport in southern Israel at Ziklag, alongside a northern airport, as officials warn Ben Gurion is nearing capacity.

The government approved on Sunday the establishment of a new international airport in southern Israel, finalizing its location to be built in the Negev's Ziklag area.
THE ENTIRE RESORT is surrounded by greenery and filled with seating and relaxation areas.

Taly's Travel: Dream Island in Kibbutz Sde Yoav lives up to name from day spa to luxury suites

Sylvan Adams receives Iranian missile fragment from Soroka CEO Prof Shlomi Codish.

Sylvan Adams visits Beersheba amid major philanthropic push for the Negev

Two handguns, an explosive device, ammunition, and magazines seized from a school compound in Lakiya, Feb 4, 2026.

Police seize guns, explosive device at Bedouin school amid Negev crackdown on illegal weapons


Suspected mass poisoning in southern Israel leaves 335 birds dead

Hundreds of birds in the same family as the falcon were found dead on Sunday in the western Negev, leading investigators to believe they drank from poisoned water.

 Hundreds of dead black hawks were found in the western Negev on Saturday.

At Wadi Attir, Bedouin mix agricultural tradition with hi-tech innovation

One example of Wadi Attir’s innovative approach is a shipping-container-like machine that absorbs moisture from the desert air and turns it into drinking water.

 Wadi Attir, an innovative project that aims to promote sustainable agriculture among Israel’s Bedouin community in the Negev, January 28,2025.

Dimona announces new innovation, green tech center

Some NIS 50 million will be invested in the project by the Economy Ministry, Israel Innovation Authority, Israel Aerospace Industries, and other partners. 

A mockup of Dimona's Darom innovation center.

10 IDF soldiers injured from explosion during weapons display on base in South

The injured soldiers were evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment. Their families have been notified, and the incident is currently under investigation.

 IDF troops operate in the Gaza Strip. January 11, 2025.

Ben-Gurion University launches first Israeli urban research lab in partnership with MIT

New research facility joins MIT's global City Science Network to tackle urban challenges through advanced technology and data-driven solutions, with focus on desert cities.

 The ribbon cutting ceremony at the launch of the NUR Lab in Beer-Sheva.

Bedouin teachers start pilot program for technology training

This program aims to enhance the professional skills of educators from the Bedouin community in the Negev and is the first of its kind in Israel.

 Synergy7 MIT collaboration event.

From Bible to desert: Israeli wine industry gains global recognition

A milestone for Israeli wine: The Judea region, producing half of Israel's wine, and the Negev wineries, combining tradition and innovation, received international recognition.

 Wine in Mateh Yehuda

Research leads Israel’s wine industry to climate change solutions

As people say, the older the wine, the better the flavor. The same goes for wine-making techniques—at least in the Negev.

 Red wine

'Mitzpe Yonatan' established in Negev to honor vision of officer killed in Oct. 7 battle

"Within a few years, Mitzpe Yonatan is expected to become a flourishing community with a strong agricultural core."

 New community in the Negev honors Fallen IDF officer Col. Yonatan Steinberg.

Two Negev residents were arrested for weapon smuggling

During their interrogation, evidence was found implicating the two men in an operation to smuggle eight firearms and ammunition across the Sinai border.

 Border police troops conduct large-scale operation to thwart illegal immigration to Israel. September 29, 2024.