Haim Bibas

Haim Bibas: The local authorities leader steering Israel through crisis

How Israel’s municipalities mobilized to protect and support citizens during the war, and why their future role will be central to Israel’s recovery, innovation, and long-term security

Haim Bibas in Bat Yam examining destruction caused by Iranian missile
(L-R): Haim Bibas, Amir Avivi

No. 46: Amir Avivi and Haim Bibas: Defending Israel’s security and representing its people

 Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Bnei Brak, June 16, 2025

Nearly 5,000 Israelis evacuated due to Iranian missile damage, Bibas says

 Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel and Mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut Haim Bibas.

Grapevine: Bar mitzvahs in Israel


Coronavirus cabinet approves some retail openings, school debate rages on

"The decision of the coronavirus cabinet is no less than a spit in the face of the youth!"

Children are returning to school in Israel amid the coronavirus pandemic. August 24, 2020.

Modi’in mayor denies reports he aims to form party to trick voters

Party reportedly meant to attract those disappointed with Netanyahu, and then join him after elections

Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel, speaks at the 7th Annual Jerusalem Post Conference in New York on April 29th, 2018.

Coronavirus: Israel's 72nd Independence Day, 1st In-Dependence Day

Now, after seven-plus decades, we are fighting an enemy we cannot understand; one which seeks to defeat us, our allies, our neighbors, and even our enemies without distinction.

Haim Bibas, chairman of the Union of Local Authorities in Israel and mayor of Modi’in

Beating coronavirus together, city by city – opinion

This global uncertainty affects us all. People around the world are looking for an anchor to give them security and stability. This role can, and must, be filled by local mayors and municipal leaders

Haim Bibas, mayor of Modi'in Maccabim Reut and chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities

Mayors can reduce hate crimes

Mayors are the best line of defense for this kind of hate because we are handling the relevant services, whether they are education or enforcement.

Haim Bibas, Chairman of the Federation of Local Authorities in Israel, speaks at the 7th Annual Jerusalem Post Conference in New York on April 29th, 2018.

Haim Bibas: Build more shelters in North

As part of a recent tour of the Golan Heights, Bibas met with the head of the Katzrin council, Dima Efratzav, and the head of the Ramat Hagolan regional council, Haim Rokach.

Haim Bibas