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Far-right activist Mordechai David barred from approaching Standing Together leader Alon-Lee Green

The decision adds Green to a growing list of journalists, public figures, and left-wing or anti-government activists who have publicly accused David of intimidation tactics. 

Right-wing activist Mordechai David arrives for questioning at a police station in Tel Aviv, in central Israel, on February 1, 2026.
People walk at the beach in Bat Yam, central Israel, on a cold winter day, January 9, 2026.

IDF reservist found dead in Bat Yam shelter as residents seek cover

ISRAEL FIRE AND RESCUE work at a building damaged by a fallen Iranian missile fragment in central Israel, March 8, 2026.

Amid Iran war, many Israel's seniors can't reach safety, and there is no plan to help - opinion

The aftermath of an Iranian missile strike in Bat Yam, central Israel, June 15, 2025

WATCH: Bat Yam residents reflect on another Iran conflict after devastating missile impact in 2025


Bat Yam crane collapse leads to four arrests

Igor Shohat, one of the injured told Channel 2 that he narrowly escaped death when the crane collapsed on his car, while he was parked on the side of the road.

Crane collapse in Bat Yam

Multiple injuries in crane collapse in central Israeli town

Magen David Adom reports at least 4 hurt, including one in serious condition.

Crane collapse in Bat Yam, February 13, 2017

Report: Former Bat Yam mayor Lahiani to be released early from prison

Lahiani began his eight-month jail sentence in December at the Hermon Prison for breach of public trust and fraud.

Shlomi Lahiani

Analysis: A shooting in Bat Yam amid the wave of terror

A killing of a young man by police will likely be of limited interest to those outside of his immediate circle.

Police seal off road leading to the Azrieli Center in Tel Aviv‏

IN PHOTOS: A movement of color at Bat Yam street fair

Performance initiated by group of street artists called Prizma Ensemble.

Street art performance in Bat Yam

Music on a high

Once a year Bat Yam takes on a very different appearance and persona, as the annual International Street Theater & Art Festival kicks off.

‘Les Girafes’ by the Compagnie Off street arts gang incorporates red, eight-meter versions of the towering beast, augmented by the vocals of an opera singer.

Burgeoning Bat Yam

This suburb of Tel Aviv boasts gorgeous sea-views, reminiscent of the French Riviera.

Bat Yam

Man who employed Palestinian that murdered soldier sentenced by court

Judge says state must deter employers from hiring illegal Palestinian laborers, due to threat of "lone wolf" attacks.

Restaurant where Tomer Hazan worked

Catching the wave

HaGal Sheli in Tel Aviv and Bat Yam teaches at-risk youth how to surf.

HaGal Sheli in Tel Aviv and Bat Yam teaches at-risk youth how to surf.

Court gives former Bat Yam mayor Lahiani 8 months jail time on state appeal

48-year-old faces sentence on breach of public trust and fraud.

Shlomi Lahiani