Majdal shams

Majdal Shams dedicates memorial park honoring 12 children killed in rocket attack

In addition to the 12 boys and girls, ages 10 to 16, who had been pronounced dead, thirty-four others were wounded as a result of the strike. 

Memorial at Majdal Shams listing the victims of the rocket strike there.
View of the Israeli border area with Syria, as seen from the northern Golan Heights, April 11, 2026.

IDF detains Israeli civilians who crossed into Syria, others who attempted to breach border

Soldiers and emergency workers treat a person injured by a rocket fired from Lebanon on March 23, 2026 in Kiryat Shmona, Israel.

As Hezbollah rockets fall, emergency medics in Israel’s North work double shifts

MEMORIAL CEREMONY for 12 young Druze residents from Majdal Shams, killed in a Hezbollah missile attack in July 2024. Shurat HaDin is representing families of the victims in a lawsuit against Hezbollah.

After losing 12 children, Majdal Shams families seek justice on Hezbollah - interview


IDF claims difficulty in intercepting rockets - but reality is far more severe - analysis

Following the attack on Majdal Shams, questions arise as to why Northern Command intelligence did not issue an early warning to northern residents to take shelter and what Israel's response will be.

Israeli rescue forces seen at the site of a Hezbollah missile attack in the Druze village of Majdal Shams, July 27, 2024

Iran warns against 'reckless' response to killing of Druze children

Nasser Kanaani said he strongly warned against "any new Zionist adventure against Lebanon under the pretext of the Majdal Shams incident in the Golan."

Iran's President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a gathering with his supporters at the shrine of Iran's late leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, in south of Tehran, Iran July 6, 2024.

Reporter's Notebook: Majdal Shams on the frontline

Majdal Shams, a Druze town in the Golan, mourns after a devastating rocket attack. Discover the resilience of this community amid tragedy and conflict.

 The aftermath of a Hezbollah attack in the druze village of Majdal Shams, northern Israel, July 28, 2024

Lebanon, Hezbollah run from responsibility for Majdal Shams massacre - analysis

In a rare move, Hezbollah and Lebanese officials deny involvement in the Majdal Shams child massacre, spreading misinformation to avoid backlash as evidence mounts against them.

The scene at the soccer field where a rocket crashed in Majdal Shams, July 27, 2024.

Majdal Shams massacre shows Israel's failure in managing Hezbollah conflict - analysis

The massacre in Majdal Shams reveals the failures of Israel's conflict management strategy, showing how efforts to maintain peace have instead empowered its enemies.

 Family and friends attend the funeral service of druze children who were killed at a soccer field from a missile fired from Lebanon, in the druze village of Majdal Shams, in the Golan Heights, July 28, 2024.

IDF chief of staff: Israel raising readiness to 'next level,' prepared to strike

Halevi added that any group that fired a rocket into a built-up area intended "to kill children" and lent his support to the Druze community, who he called "brave partners".

  Herzi Halevi carries out meetings, situational assessments in Majdal Shams following a missile strike by Hezbollah, Saturday 27 July 2024

Hezbollah denies rocket attack on Druze village, a twist in the conflict - editorial

In a shocking development, Hezbollah has denied responsibility for a devastating rocket attack on Majdal Shams, a Druze village in the Golan Height, raising questions about Hezbollah's motives.

 Scene of rocket-strike on Majdal Shams by Hezbollah

International leaders condemn 'abhorrent' missile attack on Israeli Druze village

"The Middle East is on the brink; the world and the region cannot afford another open conflict," UN envoy for peace stated.

 Israeli soldiers evacuate wounded civilians via a military helicopter near the site of a Hezbollah drone attack in the druze village of Majdal Shams, July 27, 2024.

A trip to the Hermon to enjoy Israel’s skiing

With snow accumulating on Mount Hermon this winter, Israelis take advantage of the skiing and winter activities available.

 Skiing on the Hermon.

Hundreds attend funeral of Sheikh Halabi against health guidelines

Body stolen from Safed hospital by community activists

Druze-Israelis protest the Nation-State Law