Israel Railways

Israel Railways showcases AI-powered mapping breakthrough on global stage

A new AI‑driven mapping platform promises safer, faster, and more efficient rail development.

JANUARY 11, 2026|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Workers repair Israeli Railway tracks after a shutdown caused by a technical problem in Tel Aviv, August 15, 2025

Emergency service volunteers, together with Jerusalem District Police and other forces, are searching for five people last seen in a Jeep driving near Beit Zayit Dam.

Emergency services halt search for five missing people near Beit Zayit Dam

The IDF received over 100 reports about the vehicle, which was spotted driving through floodwaters near the dam.

DECEMBER 11, 2025|ByGOLDIE KATZ

Thousands on the platform at the Hashalom Station near Begin Street.

Packed stations, mass delays: Trains across Israel delayed for hours after fatal rail accident

Israel Railways announced that the trains have since returned to full operation.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, HODAYA RAN

A train seen at Tel Aviv Savidor Central Station, pictured in 2020; illustrative.

Man in serious condition after being hit by train at Tel Aviv station, MDA confirms

The man, believed to be approximately 35 years old, was transferred to Sourasky Medical Center in a serious, unstable condition by MDA paramedics, who noted that he is unconscious and on a ventilator.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

The Jerusalem fast-train vs. the powerful media

During the six-month test period, early-adopter passengers on the Jerusalem-Tel Aviv train line got an insider look at the phenomenon of mind-setting through negative news.

MAY 11, 2019ByGOL KALEV

ADMIRING THE view in September: ‘The ride is not just reliable and luxurious, it is also quick.’

Disaster averted after train enters wrong track

Israel Railways interim CEO Uri Sharir ordered on Monday the establishment of an investigation committee to assess the incident.

MAY 8, 2019ByEYTAN HALON

A woman walks on a platform in front of a train as passengers are seen through the carriage windows at Tel Aviv's HaShalom train station, Israel November 25, 2018. Picture taken November 25, 2018

Passover interview with Jerusalem Mayor, Moshe Lion

What would happen if you’re invited to a bat mitzvah that takes place in the “egalitarian” area? First I’d say no, but then I would check the case. Progressive Jewry is not a problem in Jerusalem.

APRIL 18, 2019ByGIL HOFFMAN, PEGGY CIDOR

Trains running once again following strike, delays expected

The trains have been a dysfunctional form of public transportation in Israel for the past few weeks with numerous cases of extreme delays and cancellations.

APRIL 12, 2019ByTAMAR URIEL-BEERI

Cars drive on a highway as a train enters a station in Tel Aviv, Israel November 25, 2018

Michael Maixner named new CEO of Israel Railways

A former IDF colonel, Maixner currently serves as CEO of IMCO Industries, a Tel Aviv Stock Exchange-listed defense company, and previously served as CEO of Merkavim and Hod Assaf Industries.

APRIL 10, 2019ByEYTAN HALON

Passengers travel on Israel's new high-speed rail line from Ben Gurion International Airport to Jerusalem September 25, 2018

Israel Railways CEO Shahar Ayalon to step down

Last week, a war of words broke out between Ayalon and Transportation Minister Israel Katz as a result of persistent malfunctions on the new electrified railway.

DECEMBER 26, 2018ByEYTAN HALON

Israel Railways' roller coaster ride

According to Ayalon, Israel Railways is currently facing a shortage of approximately 150 train carriages to adequately fulfill the demand of the network.

DECEMBER 18, 2018ByEYTAN HALON