Olive Tree
Rabbi Dov Lior: A scoundrel within the bounds of the Torah - opinion
The West Bank olive harvest reveals how extremist interpretations of Jewish law can undermine religious values and Israel’s democratic character.
Violence, theft during olive harvest must be publicly, explicitly condemned - editorial
Israel frees from custody almost all suspects in two settler attacks, puts them under house arrest
West Bank Palestinian farmers face attacks, olive theft from settlers as violence continues
IDF, Shin Bet arrest 10 suspects connected to attack on US journalist, EU diplomats in West Bank
Defense Minister Israel Katz tried to transfer the authority over actions taken by extremist settlers in the West Bank from the IDF to the Israel Police.
'Not forgotten': US envoy Huckabee, Yarden Bibas dedicate tree to murdered Bibas family
"The sacrifice that your family made for the people of Israel is one that obviously is not being forgotten," Huckabee told Yarden and Ofri during the dedication.
Jordan’s ancient Mehras olive variety makes UNESCO heritage list
Jordan's Mehras olive tree, known for its drought resistance and high oil yield of up to 30%, is an ancient variety with centuries-old traits, making it one of the world’s most productive olives.
Security forces block left-wing activists' entry into West Bank for Palestinian olive harvest
In a brief but disruptive demonstration, the protesters exited the buses and blocked the main road through the Shomron Junction, creating a safety hazard by impeding traffic.
Hiking the Holy Land: When olives disappear
The olive tree is such a fitting symbol for the Jewish people and our uncanny ability to survive, to come back, to bear fruit again, even after seasons of scarcity.
US teen deported, Israeli rabbi wounded as tensions mount for Jewish activists in West Bank
Leila Stillman-Utterback, a Vermont native, was deported and banned from Israel after joining a Palestinian olive harvest, highlighting tensions between the Israeli government and Jewish activists.
My Tree in Israel: An affordable initiative for Israel support
To help the farmers, My Tree in Israel intensified its adoption program. For $275 a year, people can adopt a tree, a grapevine, or a whisky cask, and benefit from gifts of olive oil, wine, or whisky.
Traditional Palestinian soap 'Nablusi' inducted into UNESCO cultural heritage list
The hand-crafted soap is made of three ingredients: olive oil, water, and lye, and practitioners make the soap shortly after the olive harvest.
Olive oil becomes the latest economic and agricultural casualty in the Israel-Hamas War
According to the Consumers’ Council, the price of olive oil in Israel jumped by 39% this year, more than any other food product.
Homemade gulab jamun recipe: A sweet Indian memory
Discover the secret to making gulab jamun, delightful Indian donuts served with spiced sugar water, as cook Sarit Eliyahu shares her family recipe and technique for this cherished treat.
