South

South in the Heart returns: Where to explore, eat, and see stunning blooms

The Darom Adom festival, now South in the Heart, returns with traditional activities, optimism, and hope. Come support a region that has become a symbol of resilience.

Red anemones from Shokeda Forest.
Yiftach Singletrack – Named after Yiftach Gurni.

15 kilometers of the spirit of heroism: A new bike singletrack in the heights of Pitchat Nitzana

NEW APARTMENTS are under construction in Katzrin this month. The importance of developing our periphery – the Galilee, the Golan, and the Negev – is increasingly evident, the writer maintains.

Developing Israel’s periphery is vital for economy, aliyah - opinion

Inauguration of Israir Call Center in Sderot.

Not leaving Sderot: Israir strengthens the south


A new wine has been launched for the DAROM brand

This week, a new wine was launched for the DAROM wine brand by Yatir. The wine will emphasize the uniqueness of the southern wine region.

 A new wine has been launched for the DAROM brand

Sagiv Dahan assumes role as head of IDF's 162nd Division, operating in Gaza

Dahan replaces Brigadier-General Itzik Cohen, who will become Head of the IDF's Operations Directorate (J3) and be promoted to Major-General.

 Brigadier-General Sagiv Dahan addressing the crowd at his induction as CO 162nd Division, April 6, 2025.

Knesset passes law defining rehabilitation responsibility in Israel's south, releases budgets

With the passing of the law, NIS five billion from the directorate's NIS 19 billion budget will be released for economic, social and infastructure development.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Be'eri, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, October 14, 2023.

The IDF Is moving South – and Beersheba prepares with a variety of housing options

Detached homes in the Rakafot neighborhood, low-rise buildings in Pisgat Ramot, and small apartments in the Old City — where will the IDF soldiers and career personnel live?

 Illustration: Pisgat Ramot neighborhood

Southern Israel real estate surges as investors eye economic and Zionist opportunity

Southern Israel's real estate market surged in 2024, driven by low prices, high demand, and government development.

An aerial view of Beersheba’s Gav-Yam Negev Advanced Technologies Park.

Jewish National Fund-USA is building Israel’s future and expanding it's circle of impact

Tali Tzour Avner, Jewish National Fund-USA’s Chief Israel Officer, speaks of the organization’s major projects that are making significant inroads in Israel’s north and south.

 VOLUNTEERS HELP rebuild a kibbutz in southern Israel.

Senior officer loses sensitive military documents, prompts IDF investigation

The IDF is currently investigating whether the documents contained material whose exposure could cause significant damage.

 IDF leadership and US Central Command Deputy Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, January 7, 2025.

20 KM of adrenaline: The new trail that will change cycling in the south

A new trail in the Yad Mordechai Forest offers three cycling loops in green landscapes. The festive launch event will take place on March 7. Participation is free with prior registration.

 Single Yad Mordechai

Purple south: The first lupine celebration in Gedera kicks off

In celebration of its 140th anniversary, Gedera invites you to explore purple blossoms, heritage sites, and history with three Fridays of tours, photography workshops, and family activities.

 Lupines

After 500 days, 83% of Tekuma area residents return home, report reveals

According to the report, NIS 7 billion from the directorate’s five-year NIS 19 billion budget was invested in 2024.

 After 500 days, 83% of Tekuma residents have returned home.