Sexual harassment

Hadash’s Jafar Farah withdraws Knesset bid amid sexual harassment allegations

Jafar Farah, Hadash’s No. 2 Knesset candidate, stepped down from the list amid allegations of sexual harassment and calls for his removal, while denying the claims against him.

 The Knesset building, home of Israel's legislature, in Jerusalem, on November 14, 2022 (Illustrative).
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Netanya man indicted for alleged series of indecent acts against at least 10 women in one day

An illustrative image of a man in handcuffs, being arrested.

Border Police commander indicted over alleged violent and humiliating hazing of female officer

The social media profile of a suspect accused of sexually harassing minors in Israel, August 21, 2026.

Over 20 victims in minor sexual harassment case discovered by police, suspect arrested


Sobbing and bleeding: Mia Schem recounts sexual harassment, trauma of Gaza captivity

Schem described the sexual harassment she experienced from her captor, who "kept reminding me that he had seen me without underwear."

 Mia Schem reunites with her mother and brother following her release after being held hostage by the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas in the Gaza Strip, in Hatzerim military base in Israel, November 30, 2023.

Beyond October 7: Tackling everyday sexual violence in Israeli society – opinion

Israel must combat sexual violence in all forms, from October 7’s atrocities to daily, hidden assaults.

 THE WRITER appears before the Knesset Committee on the Status of Women and Gender Equality to present an annual report of the Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel.

'Systemic, ongoing failure': Over 80% of sex offense cases in Israel closed

Police and crisis centers show differing patterns in sex offense complaints, highlighting reporting gaps in Israel.

 DEMONSTRATORS MARCH through downtown Jerusalem in the city’s fourth annual SlutWalk to protest rape culture, in June 2022.

Israel must abolish the time limit for reporting sexual assault - comment

The Broad Perspective: Ending the statute of limitations for sexual offenses, especially against minors, is an essential reform that Israel must adopt.

 DEMONSTRATORS MARCH through downtown Jerusalem in the city’s fourth annual SlutWalk to protest rape culture, in June 2022.

Sexual harassment rampant: Israel Police publish offenses committed by officers in 2024

Cases involved sexual harassment by police officers against female officers and volunteers, abuse of office, false reporting, and illegal use of force against citizens.

(L-R): National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir; Israel Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai (illustrative)

Head of Hostage and Missing Families Forum resigns after sexual harassment allegations

"Three months ago, I informed the members of the general assembly of my desire to step down as CEO of the headquarters, which has taken a heavy personal and family toll," Moatti said.

Protestors and hostage families hold posters of hostages held in Gaza calling for their release in Yakka Square outside the Knesset building in Jerusalem on June 26, 2024.

Gazan patient allegedly sexually harasses female intern at Israeli hospital

The intern claimed that the Palestinian resident stroked her hair and face while she tried to treat him.

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Sexual violence in Israeli jails: 38% of female guards assaulted by security prisoners

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman said such orders were in stark contrast with the female soldiers' protection report published in November 2022. 

 GILBOA PRISON, in northern Israel near the West Bank.

Law student sues man, who sent him unsolicited explicit photos on Grindr, and wins

Most sexual harassment lawsuits end in a plea agreement and settlement, but Shaham had had enough and wanted to pursue a full judgment.

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New Tinder feature raises red flag: 'Profit above women and girls’ safety'

The new feature will cost users nearly £5,000 annually, with some claiming that it will only attract "super wealthy or pathological stalker types."

 The dating app Tinder is shown on a mobile phone in this picture illustration taken September 1, 2020. Picture taken September 1, 2020.