Marijuana

WATCH: Israel Police raid cannabis dens in Tel Aviv apartment, find drug bags in Haifa vehicle

Israel Police raided an apartment in Tel Aviv’s Kfar Shalem, seizing 42.5 kilograms of suspected cannabis, while separate operations in Haifa led to additional arrests and drug seizures.

Israel Police seize 42.5kg. of cannabis in a Tel Aviv apartment, January 7, 2026.
US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, December 11, 2025.

Trump weighs order to loosen federal marijuana restrictions

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Trump admin. likely to ease restrictions on marijuana in US - report

 First ever kosher-for-Passover THC gummies launched.

Passover just got a lot more relaxing: First ever kosher-for-Passover THC gummies launched


Cannabis bill delayed at Mansour Abbas's request

His request also prevented the bill from being defeated due to the absence of a coalition MK diagnosed with COVID-19, Vladimir Beliak (Yesh Atid).

MK Mansour Abbas at the Knesset's Special Committee on Arab Society Affairs discussion of recent arrests in the sector.

US Senate democrats roll out draft bill to legalize cannabis

While adult use of cannabis is legal in 18 states, and allowed medically in 37, it remains illegal under US federal law, deterring banks and other businesses from dealing with cannabis companies.

Hundreds of Israelis gather in Rabin Square in Tel Aviv on April 20, 2021to protest in favor of cannabis legalization and for reforms in the medical cannabis market.

Ministerial committee advances cannabis decriminalization

By the end of September, the government expects Israelis will be able to carry 50 grams of cannabis, or 15 seeds, for recreational use, and reclassify CBD as a food additive.

Hundreds of Israelis gather in Rabin Square in Tel Aviv on April 20, 2021to protest in favor of cannabis legalization and for reforms in the medical cannabis market.

Father of cannabis celebrates 90th birthday at int'l cannabis conference

The 4-day symposium was held in Jerusalem this year for the first time ever after last year's was canceled due to COVID-19.

PROF. RAPHAEL MECHOULAM

Medical cannabis may be effective for young epilepsy patients

Hebrew University team completed the first-ever meta-analysis of pediatric patients treated with medical cannabis

CBD oil is seen displayed at The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) trade show

Israeli medical cannabis firm Univo acquires pharmacy Medipharm

The acquisition of Medipharm is a step in Univo's strategy of becoming an independent company with complete control over the production chain of medical cannabis.

An employee checks cannabis plants at a medical marijuana plantation in northern Israel March 21, 2017

Litzman associate suspected of taking bribe from medical cannabis company

The unnamed man was the third associate of Litzman's to be arrested within three days as part of an investigation into a wide-ranging fraud scheme in the health sector.

UTJ MK Ya'acov Litzman seen in the Israeli parliament on the day of the presidential elections, in Jerusalem, June 2, 2021.

Israeli microdosing cannabis inhaler receives approval in Canada

The real world data of the trials showed that patients experienced a 90% reduction in adverse effects associated with marijuana use in comparison with other methods such as oil, smoking and vaping

Syqe Medical inhaler and the cannabis cartridge

THC tests are unreliable indicators for impaired driving - US Justice Dept

Last month, Israel Police finally selected a test to administer to drivers to measure THC levels after a years-long tender – but the study essentially nullifies its main purpose.

Medical cannabis

Israelis gather for 10th annual Big Bong Night cannabis protest

This year's protest was marked by the special emphasis on the benefits of medical cannabis products for people who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.

Hundreds of Israelis gather in Rabin Square in Tel Aviv on April 20, 2021to protest in favor of cannabis legalization and for reforms in the medical cannabis market.