Domestic violence
Two new adolescent units open at WIZO shelter for survivors of domestic violence
Until now, older teenagers accompanying their mothers were often forced to remain behind or live in conditions that did not meet their developmental needs.
Pardes Hanna woman murdered in first femicide case in Israel in 2026, husband arrested
Wife of Jill Biden’s ex-husband found dead after ‘domestic dispute’ call
Lebanese man accused of murdering Syrian wife, torturing her with scalding oil
Johnny Depp: Amber Heard roundhouse punched me
Asked to describe the violence, Depp said Heard would "strike out."
Michal Sela Forum: Saving lives, preventing domestic violence with tech
"I’ve received hundreds of messages from women telling me that we’ve saved their lives."
Anti-domestic violence play canceled for 'violating' Islamic tradition
Jatt Mayor Khaled Jarrah argued that the show essentially calls for a rebellion against the traditional family roles and violates Islamic law.
Attempted murderer of Shira Isakov sentenced to 23 years in prison
Aviad Moshe was sentenced to 23 years in prison and to pay a compensation fee of NIS 258,000 for the attempted murder of former partner and abuse of their child.
New York City police officer shot and killed
Two officers were shot while responding to a report of domestic violence. One remains in critical condition.
Femicide cases down during 2021, matricide cases rise in disturbing upwards trend
Of the 16 femicide cases reported in Israel in 2021, six were perpetrated by the women’s partners and four by their sons.
Eliran Malul receives life sentence for murder of Michal Sela
During the hearing for Malul's sentencing, he publicly apologized to Sela's parents.
Palestinian tried to drown his wife days before trying to stab soldiers
A Palestinian had tried to drown his wife and poured acid on her face just days before attempting a stabbing attack against police.
Prosecution demands 24-27 years for Shira Isakov abuser
Aviad Moshe continued to claim that he was being "teased" by Isakov, which led to his violence, and complained his voice wasn't being heard.
Bill forcing violent men to receive psychological treatment passes
The bill, proposed by Joint List MK Aida Touma-Sliman, passed its second and third readings on Monday and will come into effect in May 2023.
