Israel archeology
Discovery off Israel’s coast reveals earliest known 2,600-year-old shipment of raw iron
The discovery was made in an ancient shipwreck in the Dor Lagoon near the Carmel Coast, where archaeologists recovered nine pieces of unprocessed iron known as “blooms.”
Israel digs up the West Bank – and reignites a battle over history
Israeli archaeologists launch project to trace origins of ancient pottery
Israeli archaeologists uncover remains of dramatic mountaintop royal palace
Map reveals dozens of ancient quarries hidden beneath modern Jerusalem
Researchers chart 39 quarry sites from 117 excavations, shedding light on how “Jerusalem stone” built the city.
Figurine unearthed near Sea of Galilee reveals earliest human–animal connection
At the Nahal Ein Gev II archeology site, a figurine was discovered to be the earliest item depicting human-animal interaction.
Israel thwarts Palestinian attempt to pave over biblical city of Gibeon
Historically, Gibeon was described as “the great city of Gibeon, one of the cities of the kingdom,” serving as one of the 13 priestly cities in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin.
Talmudic sages were active participants in ancient Mediterranean wine culture
According to a new study, the sages "sought ways to allow Jewish farmers to remain part of the wine industry without compromising Halacha.”
Ancient blade workshop unearthed near Kiryat Gat, first of its kind in southern Israel
The findings provide compelling evidence of a sophisticated society with a complex social and economic structure at the very beginning of the Early Bronze Age.
How Israel safeguards archaeological treasures amid Iranian attacks
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: Museum staff members across Israeli institutions face the challenge of protecting some of the most important artifacts of humankind.
Digging too deep? Political dispute delays archaeological congress in Israel
Greenberg was expected to lecture on the “archaeologization” of Israel in a session on archaeology and politics, before his participation raised concerns from right-wing activists.
Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove
A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.
Ancient animal extinction may explain lack of cave art in Israel - study
New Tel Aviv University research suggests prehistoric humans in Israel didn't create cave paintings because large animals had already gone extinct there, unlike in Europe.
Rujm el-Hiri mystery deepens: Golan Heights site not what previously thought, research indicates
A theory of the site was that its walls and entrances aligned with astronomical bodies, but as the site has shifted from its original position, it does not correspond to celestial observations
