Arad

Inside the KKL-JNF shake-up led by its youngest chairman in decades

ZIONIST AFFAIRS: Eyal Ostrinsky took office on January 1. Three weeks later, his child was born at 28 weeks. A month after that, Iranian missiles hit.

NEW KKL-JNF chief Eyal Ostrinsky has succeeded Ifat Ovadia-Luski. His first few months since taking over were dominated by dealing with the Iranian missiles striking Israel.
Sager Abu Srehan, vice principal at the Amal Reut School, was one of the first to extend his hand to those impacted by the Iranian attacks in Arad and Dimona.

Israel’s Bedouin community open homes to victims of Dimona, Arad strike

RESCUE FORCES arrive at the scene where an Iranian missile struck residential buildings in the southern Israeli city of Arad.

WATCH: Rescue forces arrive at Arad impact site following Iranian missile strike

Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a missile fired from Iran toward Israel caused damage to residential buildings in the southern Israeli city of Arad, March 22, 2026.

Israeli defenses 'not hermetic' military source says following Iran missile impact in Dimona, Arad


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

“This is a strategic move that reflects our commitment to promoting advanced housing solutions for the elderly population," said Yaakov Quint, Director of the Israel Land Authority.

'Planned retirement village in Arad' - illustrative

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

Segev Kalfon's family only learned he was still alive in February, after hearing from released hostage Ohad Ben Ami.

Segev Kalfon

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

"In accordance with the decision of the Arad Municipal Council, the municipality will not allow incitement against IDF soldiers," the mayor stated.

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

Midbar Winery: The perfect Israeli red for this summer, even when it's really hot

Negev-based Midbar Winery offers light reds, dry rosés, and crisp whites perfect for summer—crafted from high-altitude desert vineyards with minimal intervention and rich character.

 Midbar Winery

KKL-JNF strengthens Israel’s war-hit communities with housing subsidies, new projects

In the pilot phase, housing will be developed in seven towns: Yeruham, Dimona, Arad, Kiryat Shmona, Shlomi, Acre, and Nahariya.

 KKL-JNF to launch young community hubs in the periphery, led by pre-military academy graduates driving post-war social recovery.

Eight-year-old injured in Iran attack leaves rehab after year of medical care

Whilst Amina's condition is stable and she is speaking freely, she has limited use of her left leg and her left hand is non-functional, her father said.

 Amina Al Hassuni from Al Fura'a was released from the rehabilitation unit at Tel Hashomer after a year of treatment since she was fatally injured in the head by shrapnel on the night of the first Iranian attack.

Israel Kennel Club to host dog show in Arad to support southern residents

Sponsored by animal food brand Royal Canin, the show will feature around 800 dogs from approximately 130 different breeds, competing for titles in 10 different rings.

 The Israeli Kennel Club, sponsored by Royal Canin, will hold the largest international dog show in Israel in Arad.

MDA hero: We’re here for each and every person who is sick or injured

"We’re all human, and a little girl who’s been injured isn’t something to which you can turn a blind eye. There’s something about it that penetrates you and touches your soul."

 MDA paramedic officers get out of an ambulance a man to the Shaare Zedek Medical Center emergency and trauma care who was moderately injured when stabbed in a terrorist attack  by the Neve Daniel junction, near Jerusalem on March 31, 2022.

Police uncovers underground cannabis cultivation tunnel worth over NIS 1 million

Police uncovered an underground cannabis lab in the Negev, seizing over 600 plants worth one million NIS, targeting crime families.

 Underground cannabis cultivation tunnel with approximately 600 plants.

Former finance minister Avraham ‘Beiga’ Shochat dies at 87

One of the last pillars of Rabin, Peres, and Barak's Labor party, Avraham 'Beigele' Shochat, passes at the age of 87.

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