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Litzman to be indicted for interfering in case of alleged child abuser

Former health minister set to be hit with charges of bearing false witness, fraud and breach of trust in Malka Leifer affair for allegedly trying to influence psychiatrists tasked with assessing her mental fitness

Tova Zimuky , 23:30 , 04.22.21

United Torah Judaism deliberating on whether to enable Bennett-Lapid gov't

As Netanyahu's government prospects diminish, Haredi party's Lithuanian flank said to eye cooperation with PM's rivals by abstaining in vote on formation of government; UTJ's Hassidic faction strongly opposes move

Kobi Nachshoni , 21:59 , 04.22.21

Israeli, UAE ambassadors plant ‘peace tree’ for Earth Day

In symbolic ceremony at UAE Embassy in Washington, envoys say both nations' bonhomie 'unlocked tremendous potential for cooperation' and call for establishment of Mideast climate forum

TPS , 20:29 , 04.22.21

Israel to dispatch medical team to aid in Ethiopia's COVID battle

Delegation set to embark on 14-day mission to virus-stricken African nation in two weeks; 'Israel has a moral and ethical duty to share its knowledge and experience in dealing with the virus,' says mission leader

TPS , 18:40 , 04.22.21

Police say got ahold of disgraced rescue chief's suicide note

Yehuda Meshi-Zahav's family, attorney say draft of suicide note allegedly written by him circulating in media is fake; doctors fighting for his life say he may have suffered brain damage

Gilad Cohen, Haim Golditch , 17:23 , 04.22.21

Gantz admits attempt to down Syrian missile was 'unsuccessful'

Defense minister says IDF has launched an investigation to determine why the interception of the SA-5 surface-to-air missile, which exploded mid-air near nuclear reactor, failed; rights group says one Syrian officer was killed in Israeli strikes

Ynet reporters , 15:46 , 04.22.21

Negev residents found homes showered with shrapnel after Syrian missile's mid-air blast

Israeli officials say part of SA-5 surface-to-air missile landed inside a pool of a residential home, whose owner says had it landed hours earlier, things 'could have turned out differently; Israeli security expert believes launch was 'not an Iranian retaliation'

Ynet reporters , 13:48 , 04.22.21

Car slams into cafe in central Israel, wounding 15

Medical authorities said one woman appears to be in a serious condition after 78-year-old driver apparently lost control of his vehicle and swerved into a sidewalk in Bat Yam; 'Everyone was shouting like it was a terror attack,' says one eyewitness

Itay Blumenthal , 13:08 , 04.22.21

Disgraced rescue chief in critical condition after suicide attempt

MDA teams evacuate Yehuda Meshi Zahav to Shaare Zedek Medical Center after finding him unresponsive at his home; ZAKA co-founder is accused of taking advantage of his status to sexually attack women and children

Gilad Cohen, Kobi Nachshoni , 11:02 , 04.22.21

Israel strikes Syria after missile sets off sirens near reactor

IDF says that after traveling 300 kilometers, the missile explodes in an unpopulated area near Dimona, without causing damage or injuries; no group has taken responsibility for the launch, which appears to be Iran's revenge for Natanz incident

Associated Press , 07:23 , 04.22.21

Arab youths harass Haredim in Jerusalem in new TikTok craze

Police claim they have made dozens of arrests following attacks on Jews by young Palestinians in what appears to be a social media phenomenon; 'In competition for likes and views, slapping an ultra-orthodox will get you both,' says one victim

Nir Cohen, Alexandra Lukash , 23:12 , 04.21.21

Bennett says if Netanyahu fails, he'll work to form 'unity government'

Yamina leader in a press conference accuses PM of dragging Israel into fifth elections, while Netanyahu says Bennett wants to be 'chief of staff with seven seats' and can only do so by forming a government with 'extreme left'

Moran Azulay , 22:12 , 04.21.21

As tension with Iran rise, one-third of Israelis lack bomb shelters

According to information obtained by Ynet, shortage of adequate protection against missiles in the general public has risen by 2% compared to the previous decade due to population increase and slow implementation of new projects

Yoav Zitun , 18:57 , 04.21.21

Life of IDF veteran who set himself alight in 'imminent danger'

Sheba Medical Center says the condition of 26-year-old Itzik Saidyan has worsened, 9 days after the 2014 Gaza War veteran set himself on fire at Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Department offices following years-long battle over disability

Adir Yanko , 17:00 , 04.21.21

Israel said seeking greater IAEA oversight in renewed Iran deal

Kan says Mossad director, national security adviser and IDF chief will head to U.S. next week to seek bolstered mandate for UN inspectors ; Jerusalem believes its concerns being largely ignored as Washington seeks to revive 2015 pact

Ynet, i24NEWS , 15:10 , 04.21.21

Jewish youth chant 'death to Arabs' as violence increases in Jerusalem

Tensions increase as Palestinian youth attacked ultra-Orthodox Jews and posted clips on Tiktok in what Jerusalem police calls a new trend; extreme right Lehava organization plans demonstration to protest Arab violence

Gilad Cohen , 10:22 , 04.21.21

Couple returns home to find pit where living room was

Floor of Ramat Gan apartment collapses due to impact of nearby construction work; two buildings evacuated as local authority orders builders to work around the clock to repair the damage

Ynet , 19:47 , 04.20.21

Police called as Bnei Brak yeshiva brawl turns violent

Long-standing battle for control of Ponevezh seminary erupts into violence when mainstream faction returns after pandemic regulations lifted; two people hospitalized, including son of yeshiva dean

Itay Blumenthal , 18:45 , 04.20.21

Spate of road deaths claims teen born after years of IVF

Mother of 17-year-old Orel Mogmi, who was killed by a passing vehicle at an interchange near Petah Tikva, tells Ynet many similar accidents happened at the location over the years, but nothing was done; 5 people died in road accidents in 24 hours

Raanan Ben Tzur , 15:11 , 04.20.21

Fearing Iran attacks, Israel boosts security for diplomats abroad

Foreign Ministry DG tells emissaries to be more vigilant, says country making every efforts to ensure their safety and that of their families; senior officials say Iran taking advantage of U.S. desire to revive nuclear deal

Itamar Eichner , 14:10 , 04.20.21

Police scuffle with protesters in Arab neighborhood of Tel Aviv

Arab and Jews rally against rapid gentrification of Jaffa, where tensions broke out earlier this week when 2 Arab men attacked the head of a local yeshiva, who was intending to purchase more properties in the quarter

Associated Press , 13:00 , 04.20.21

'Russian traitor': PM supporters harass wife of former ally outside home

Likud supporters stage a protest outside home of Zeev Elkin, who left Netanyahu's party for Saar's New Hope, accuse the lawmaker and his family of 'selling out the country'; supporters earlier harassed the couple's 5-year-old daughter

Moran Azulay , 12:00 , 04.20.21

Sudan repeals Israel boycott law amid normalization efforts

Sovereign Council and cabinet annuls the 1958 law that banned diplomatic and economic ties with the Jewish state; Sudanese cabinet also affirms endorsement of the establishment of an independent Palestinian state

Associated Press , 09:11 , 04.20.21

Netanyahu threatens defamation suit against predecessor

Netanyahu spokesman confirms family's attorney sent former PM Ehud Olmert letter of warning in advance of a possible defamation suit after saying Likud leader, family 'suffer from mental illness'

Associated Press, Ynet , 22:00 , 04.19.21

Netanyahu defeated in bid to control critical Knesset committee

Likud's motion to head Arrangements Committee, which controls the legislative agenda and the balance of power on all other parliamentary committees, foiled by Islamist Ra'am party after backing Yesh Atid

Moran Azulay , 20:26 , 04.19.21

'Netanyahu inner circle pushed for PM ally to buy news website'

Evidentiary stage of prime minster's corruption trial continues with former Walla CEO testifying that Australian billionaire James Packer allegedly came under pressure from PM to purchase the website despite owner's objections

Gilad Morag, Nina Fox , 18:18 , 04.19.21

Netanyahu backs direct election for PM to end Israel's 'political mess'

Prime minister says 'huge majority' of Israeli public supports measure previously scrapped after 2001 vote; premier urges Naftali Bennett to join his next coalition, calling it a 'moment of truth' for far-right Yamina leader

Moran Azulay , 16:41 , 04.19.21

5-year-old brings knife to kindergarten, vowing to 'kill all the girls'

Parents of other preschoolers were not informed of incident by staff and only heard about it from their own children, say child, who has history of violent incidents still attending kindergarten, and demand permanent supervision for him

Tamar Trabelsi Hadad , 12:53 , 04.19.21

Israel rejects about half of disabled veteran requests

Defense Ministry data also shows massive backlog of appeals against rejections; issue of treatment of injured former soldiers in spotlight due to case of Itzik Saidyan, ex-soldier suffering severe PTSD who set himself on fire last week

Hadar Gil-Ad, Korin Elbaz Alush , 10:47 , 04.19.21

Eight arrested as clashes erupt in Jerusalem and Jaffa

Jaffa clashes begin with protests over attack on rabbi in Ajami neighborhood with Jews and Arabs facing off and divided by police, but then descend into violence; in Jerusalem, police and Arabs clash over ban on Ramadan gatherings outside Old City

Itay Blumenthal, Eli Sinyor, Gilad Morag, AP , 09:06 , 04.19.21

Two suspects arrested in assault of Jaffa rabbi

Eyewitness says suspects were heard yelling 'it is forbidden for them to move here' before attack; incident sparks clashes between Jewish and Arab groups and police made several arrests

Itay Blumenthal, Hassan Shaalan , 22:24 , 04.18.21

Security Cabinet worried U.S. 'racing to revive Iran nuclear deal at all costs'

As Tehran and Washington are negotiating to rejoin 2015 pact, senior officials say 'Americans giving up more than the Iranians are asking for, they hear our concerns, but question is whether they're even listening'

Itamar Eichner , 22:02 , 04.18.21

In bid to break gridlock, Lapid calls for unity government

Opposition leader draws up cooperation between 'Zionist, patriotic' parties from all across the political spectrum, says 'will be surprised' if president does not task him with forming government next in case Netanyahu fails to do so

Moran Azulay , 19:51 , 04.18.21

Netanyahu vows to pass reforms on treatment of disabled IDF vets

PM says will bring to government vote broad reforms to rehabilitation policies within two weeks amid protests against alleged neglect of veterans carrying mental, physical disabilities from their military service

Itay Blumenthal, Itamar Eichner , 17:29 , 04.18.21

Disabled IDF veterans protest in Tel Aviv, demand better treatment from state

Protesters block city's main orbital highway, calling for reform of rehabilitation policy; demonstrators carry signs bearing army motto 'No man left behind,' chanting name of veteran suffering from PTSD who set himself on fire last week

Itay Blumenthal , 13:48 , 04.18.21

U.S. to Israel: Iran attacks intefering with nuclear deal efforts

Biden administration said to be unhappy with Israeli 'boasting' about incidents that Tehran says prompted it to increase uranium enrichment; Mossad chief, national security adviser to head to U.S. in coming weeks for talks on issue

Itamar Eichner , 12:26 , 04.18.21

Israel, Greece sign biggest ever defense deal

Deal set to upgrade capabilities and strengthen economies of both countries, Defense Minister says of the 1.65 billion dollar contract for Hellenic Airforce training center that will be established and maintained for 22 years

Reuters , 11:54 , 04.18.21

Israel ends outdoors mask mandate, fully reopens schools as infection rates stay low

After year of COVID-induced restrictions, constant closures and remote learning, students from kindergarten to 12th grade return to a full academic routine; 54% of Israel's 9.3 million population has had both shots of Pfizer vaccine

Ynet, Associated Press , 09:42 , 04.18.21

Iran names suspect in Natanz attack, says he fled country

State TV names him as Reza Karimi, shows alleged Interpol notice for his arrest, but does not elaborate how he would have had access to one of most secure facilities in Islamic Republic

Associated Press , 13:27 , 04.17.21

Hours after Independence Day, Gaza militants fire rocket into south

Israeli military confirms one rocket, fired toward the city of Sderot, landed in open area near the border fence; no damage or casualties reported; earlier, a rocket alert siren sounded in the city and surrounding areas

Matan Tzuri , 21:56 , 04.15.21

Chaos as Independence Day party ends with chairs being hurled

Late night celebration at Or Yehuda events hall erupts in violence after last stragglers refuse to leave event; police called to break up after fight with venue owner saying people had been drinking strong alcohol and 'lost control of themselves'

Itay Blumenthal , 20:35 , 04.15.21

Israel Prize awards wrap up Independence Day festivities

Education minister opens the ceremony by praising the Israeli spirit despite the country's highest honor this year being clouded by controversy after Prof. Oded Goldreich was blocked from receiving the award over Israel boycott comments

Ynet , 19:47 , 04.15.21

Timeline of Iran-Israel tensions since Natanz incident

April 11 blast at the nuclear site, which Tehran blames on Israel, prompted the Iranians to start enriching uranium with up to 60 percent purity, 20 times higher than what it had committed to in 2015 deal, which the West is trying to revive

AFP, Ynet , 16:44 , 04.15.21

U.S. envoy: Maritime border talks with Israel will help crisis-hit Lebanon

In Beirut, American diplomat David Hale says resolving border dispute would 'have potential to unlock significant economic benefits'; stalled negotiations holding up offshore exploration

Reuters , 11:55 , 04.15.21

Israelis celebrate Independence Day with return of barbecues, social gatherings

After last year's subdued events, Israelis take to beaches and parks to grill, meet and view annual IAF flyover, festive flotilla between Herzliya and Tel Aviv; Rivlin hosts traditional Yom Haatzmaut ceremony for outstanding soldiers

Udi Edzion, Itamar Eichner , 10:45 , 04.15.21

Israel celebrates Independence Day; PM: This year we discovered how strong we are

Torch-lighting ceremony honors medical professionals on front lines of fight against coronavirus and others whose lives impacted Israeli society, expressing the event's theme of kinship; spring weather to facilitate traditional Yom Haatzmaut barbecues

Itamar Eichner, Udi Edzion , 22:12 , 04.14.21

Kurds reject reports of Iranian attack on Mossad base

Kurdistan Regional Government says claims that 'an Israeli information and intelligence center in the Kurdistan Region was targeted and a number of its employees were killed and wounded' were meant to destabilize the region

TPS , 17:57 , 04.14.21

Remembering the fallen, Gantz pleads for Israeli unity

'No one asked the fallen about their political persuasions before they went into battle,' says defense minister at Tel Aviv ceremony; earlier event in Jerusalem read aloud the names of Israel’s 23,928 war casualties, victims of terror

Haim Golditch, Itay Blumenthal , 15:14 , 04.14.21

Vandals desecrate graves of fallen soldiers in Jerusalem

Bereaved families paying their respect for Memorial Day at Har HaMenuchot Cemetery discovered Israeli flags that normally decorate gravestones, including of those who perished during War of Independence, had been torn up

Nina Fuchs , 13:43 , 04.14.21

Iran president calls 60% enrichment an answer to Israel's 'evilness'

Hassan Rouhani says first-generation IR-1 centrifuges, damaged during alleged Israeli attack at Natanz nuclear site, would be replaced by advanced IR-6 centrifuges that enrich uranium much faster

Associated Press , 11:23 , 04.14.21

Trump-era growth of settlement growth has only begun

With settlement construction, which saw 28% increase under the Trump administration, sees no signs of slowing, Biden would need to stage an intervention with Israel to keep faint hopes for a two-state solution alive

Associated Press , 10:22 , 04.14.21

Sirens and sorrow: Israel honors its fallen on Memorial Day

Israel must not remain indifferent 'to the threats of war and destruction made by our soul-seekers,' says Netanyahu at ceremony to read out names of those who fell in defense of the state or lost their lives to terror; 'The day when there are no wars is far away,' says Gantz

Ynet , 09:55 , 04.14.21

Biden administration proceeding with $23 billion weapon sales to UAE

State Department spokesperson the administration would move forward with the deal, orchestrated by Trump and which includes the sale of advanced F-35 jets, while continuing 'to review details and consulting with Emirati officials'

Reuters , 08:31 , 04.14.21

Sudan due to send first delegation to Israel next week, sources say

Khartoum said to be preparing to send its first-ever diplomatic delegation to Israel, comprised of security and intelligence officials, as both nations move to solidify last year's normalization deal

Reuters , 23:01 , 04.13.21

With sirens and songs, Israel remembers its fallen soldiers and terror victims

First Yom HaZikaron ceremony being held at Western Wall plaza in Jerusalem for the 23,928 who perished defending their country or at hands of its enemies, with services at military and civilian cemeteries across country on Wednesday

Yoav Zitun, Asaf Zagrizak, Nina Fox , 22:27 , 04.13.21

Israeli-owned ship reportedly attacked off UAE amid Iran tensions

Vessel, identified as Hyperion Ray, attacked just hours after Iran FM pointed accusing finger at Israel for blast at key nuclear site and vowed to avenge; ship sustains minor damage

Liad Osmo, Ahiya Raved, Ron Ben-Yishai , 19:19 , 04.13.21

Defense Ministry to review PTSD policy after IDF vet self-immolates

Ministry says it has formed a panel that will look into improving rehabilitation of IDF veterans grappling with PTSD after 26-year-old Itzik Saidyan set himself alight in protest of authorities' cold shoulder

Yoav Zitun , 17:28 , 04.13.21

Bar Rafaeli's mother granted early release in tax evasion sentence

Tzipi Rafaeli was sentenced to 16 months in prison for tax evasion of up to NIS 34 million, with her daughter sentenced to community service; both ordered to pay fine of NIS 2.5 million

Gilad Morag, Roy Rubinstein , 14:41 , 04.13.21

Top health official: Israel to drop outdoor mask requirement

Head of public health Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis says people must still wear masks in enclosed spaces, public gatherings; says Health Ministry mulling vaccinations for children aged 12+, a move backed by national pediatrics society

Attila Somfalvi , Adir Yanko , 13:28 , 04.13.21

Iranian FM: Israel made 'very bad gamble' by sabotaging Natanz site

Mohammad Javad Zarif points finger at Jerusalem reported explosion that cut all power at uranium enrichment facility, says incident will strengthen Tehran's position in Vienna talks with world powers on revival of 2015 nuclear agreement

Reuters , 11:06 , 04.13.21