Arad

Are IDF reservists properly armed during post-war operations? - analysis

The long duration and overwhelming logistical complexity of the Israel-Hamas War has led to a negative economic impact that may be taking a bite out of the budgets for arming reservists.

The Arad rifle, distributed by the Defense Ministery and the IDF, to rapid response teams across Israel, January 8, 2026.
'Planned retirement village in Arad' - illustrative

ILA unveils plan for Israel’s first American-model retirement village

Segev Kalfon

Who is Segev Kalfon, the IDF veteran set to finally be free from Hamas captivity? - explainer

Demonstrators protest, calling for the release of all hostages held in the Gaza Strip, in Tel Aviv, July 26, 2025

'Chose the side of Israel': Arad mayor bans performances from artists who signed anti-war petition


Medurat Hashevet winery: Worth the schlep

Winery and restaurant in Arad hosts a “winery and knight’s feast.”

Medurat Hashevet, Arad

Hundreds of abandoned dogs living in garbage-filled landfill in Arad

SPCA: "This level of neglect has gone on for many years. We should not have reached this point."

Dogs are seen eating food from volunteers in a landfill in Arad.

Cannabis was used in ancient Israelite ceremony, researchers find

It seems likely that the plant was used at Arad as a deliberate psychoactive • Levantine frankincense identified for the first time

THERE IS one area where I would like to see Israel take a page from the American playbook: legalization of cannabis.

Kfar Hanokdim: Handmade haven of tranquility

Nothing in Arad is comparable to the authenticity you’ll find in the wool blankets and tapestry-hung walls of Kfar Hanokdim.

Kfar Hanokdim

Bedouin-Israeli gets life in prison for murder of IDF soldier at mall in Arad

Kokia’s family renewed their call for the death penalty for Khaled Abu Jouda and for demolishing his family’s house, though Israel has not carried out the death penalty in decades.

Ron Yitzhak Kokia

World Rummikub Championship returning to Jerusalem after 27 years

Tournament for Israel-created game attracting contestants from 31 countries.

First world Rummikub championship in Jerusalem in 1991

A lovely visit to Arad

One of the most amazing aspects of living and working in Arad is the special connection residents have with nature.

A BREATHTAKING view of the Dead Sea and the Judean Desert can be seen while guided jeep tour with Te’ima Mehamidbar