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ע' מחטמ"ר אפרים. "החיים שלנו ניצלו"
'it was clear to me, it was either us or them': Voices of IDF soldiers who silenced terror
Fierce shootouts, car-rammings and grenade attacks; These soldiers’ vigilance saved countless lives, often under fire; ‘I knew what would happen if they got past us and we didn't take them down’
Elisha Ben Kimon | 09:04 | 09.29.23
אלחנדרו מיורקס השר לבטחון המולדת בארה"ב עם שגריר ישראל באו"ם גלעד ארדן
Jewish secretary who helped Israel into the Visa Waiver Program
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the son of a Holocaust survivor. first takes on challenge during the Obama administration, guides Israeli ministers through the process and is now able to see his efforts succeed
Itamar Eichner, Daniel Edelson, New York | 19:22 | 09.28.23
השופטים נראים מותשים לאחר 11 שעות דיון
High Court to hear arguments over law allowing Netanyahu to avoid conflict of interest charges
Here's everything you need to know about the High Court of Israel before its second hearing on a Basic Law amendment, set for Thursday
Gilad Morag | 01:33 | 09.28.23
תנועת הצופים
Friends of Israel Scouts celebrate 50 to its unique band
The Friendship Caravan Israeli youth movement performers hold annual tours to the U.S. with a mission to strengthen relations between Israel and local Jewish communities
Ynet | 17:18 | 09.26.23
Huguette Elhadad Charbit in 1973
'That year of 1973, Yom Kippur was not silent' — Memoir of war
This war destroyed many myths of Israeli society: the invincibility of the IDF, the infallibility of the intelligence services and the power of our leadership
Huguette Elhadad Charbit/i24NEWS | 00:02 | 09.26.23
מיכל אושמן
'I was not afraid of death, I was afraid of arriving as a corpse to my dad'
At 48, with senior roles at Meta and TikTok and a family, Michal Oshman’s life seemed perfect; Yet, she battled anxiety linked to her father, forensic expert Prof. Hiss; In her book, she credits the Hasidic Tanya for healing beyond years of therapy
Tia Barak | 19:35 | 09.25.23
אבנר לנדאו מ"פ מלחמת יום הכיפורים רמת הגולן
'For 50 years, I didn't speak of that war, now it burns within me'
Minutes before the breakout of the Yom Kippur War, Avner Landau spotted Syrian planes flying toward the Golan Heights and mobilized his troops; five decades later, he revisits his wartime bag, recalling battles, comrades and a pivotal moment of defiance that saved lives
Assaf Kamar | 15:57 | 09.24.23
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From the man in the picture - Yom Kippur War stories come to life
Yedioth Ahronoth archives contain many old black-and-white pictures taken during the Yom Kippur war, and we've tracked down several of the brave men who appear in them to tell us the story behind the moment
Etti Abramov | 11:48 | 09.24.23
David Biton, Shimon Fahima
Yom Kippur War's unsolved mystery: How two inseparable friends met their end together
David Biton and Shimon Fahima lost their lives on the first day of the Yom Kippur War; Now, their families are working to reconstruct their final moments and uncover the heroism that defined their actions
Eti Abramov | 07:21 | 09.24.23
'People in Jenin are surprised by the blonde ponytail and smile at me'
Lieutenant Dr. S., the medic of the Paratrooper reconnaissance unit, says that 'The fact there's never been a woman here before just says they've never taken the risk before'
Smadar Shir | 09:07 | 09.23.23
Yiftah Zemer
It's been haunting me for 50 years: I shot down the Libyan plane
'I shoot because I'm a man of the system and I follow orders, even if I don't like them; I do whatever the Air Force commander tells me': Yiftah Zemer speaks openly for the first time about his involvement in one of the most traumatic events in the history of the Air Force and Israel as a whole
Yiftah Zemer | 23:47 | 09.22.23
The memorial erected in the memory of the tank crew that blocked the advancing Syrian forces on the Golan Heights in the Yom Kippur war
The memorial left behind the lines
Only one of the tank crew survived to tell the story he had been avoiding for 50 years, of the valor of a single tank that blocked the advancing Syrian army; their memorial left beyond the frontier can now be seen from Israel and their story can be told
Yair Kraus | 23:32 | 09.21.23
בעיצומה של מלחמת יום כיפור האלוף יריב אהרן העניק לבכיר בצבא המצרי מוחמד עבד אלעיני אלגמסי את ספר הברית החדשה עם הקדשה
Gestures in war: Arabic-language Bible intended as gift for Egyptian general up for auction
Major General Aharon Yariv plans to present Field Marshal Mohamed Abdel Ghani el-Gamasy with the bible and during ceasefire talks ending the Yom Kippur War but press leak prompts a general to decline gesture
Korin Elbaz-Alush | 15:27 | 09.20.23
יום-טוב תמיר כיום, באנדרטה בלטרון
The commander who disguised himself as a rabbi during Yom Kippur War
During the Yom Kippur War Egyptian authorities granted access only to personnel from the rabbinate to enter territory under their control to identify casualties ; Brig. Gen. Yom-Tov Tamir, then-commander of the 9th Armored Brigade, pretended to be a rabbi to retrieve his fallen comrades
Shmuel Munitz | 12:00 | 09.20.23
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Sea full of memories: Israeli who grew up on Gaza border returns as Navy ship captain
When Shahar Meirovich was just 7, her family was forced to leave the Gaza periphery due to the dire security situation; this week, she completed a significant circle in her life by returning to the same region, but this time as the commander of a naval vessel tasked with safeguarding the maritime border of the Gaza Strip; 'I promised I would come back'
Matan Tzuri | 00:34 | 09.20.23
רכבת קלה ירושלים
Jerusalem: A city at a turning point
Rich and poor, divided and united, modern and fundamentalist: A visit to the world's most complex city, trying to preserve its unique character while also aspiring to resemble European capitals
Sever Plocker | 23:52 | 09.16.23
Why family traditions are the secret ingredient to a happy home
Besides dipping apples in honey for Rosh Hashanah, some families aren't content with just following traditional Jewish customs—they create their own unique traditions; How can you create your own family tradition, and how will it enhance the closeness and connection between you?
Nitzan Pincu | 23:51 | 09.16.23
טיל סקאד, מהסוג שהיה בידי המצרים, שנפל בידי האמריקאים
'If that doesn't help, resort to extreme measures': The nuclear secrets of the Yom Kippur War exposed
A haunting prediction by a legendary pilot, a secret message to the U.S. President that changed the war's trajectory and a near-miss with World War III; Fifty years after the Yom Kippur War, newly-declassified documents reveal the central role of nuclear issues in the conflict
Ronen Bergman | 02:12 | 09.16.23
A dream come true: New immigrants from all over the world open their hearts
They've come from all over the globe - from Iran and Ethiopia to Canada and France; What do they enjoy here, what challenges are they still facing and do they see their future here? A special Rosh Hashanah project on the people who have left everything behind to start anew as Israelis
ynet correspondents | 12:31 | 09.15.23
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Message from her dead father: Woman receives personal items of her father who died during Yom Kippur War
Fifty years after soldier Moshe Damagi died during the Yom Kippur War, his daughter received a phone call that transported her back to her 3-year-old self whose father did not come home; this week, she received his personal belongings, including his ID card and previously unseen photographs
Itamar Eichner | 09:21 | 09.14.23
ננסי פלוסי יו"ר בית הנבחרים ב ארה"ב 29 ביולי
Octogenarian supremacy: US politicians continue to hold on to power into their 80s
President Biden has his slip-ups, Pelosi simply won't leave the House and McConnell won't let two inexplicable on-air freezing episodes take him out of commission - but these issues leave Americans wondering: How old is too old?
ynet correspondents | 19:07 | 09.12.23
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Tales of an angel: How an Egyptian spy alerted Israel about Yom Kippur War
Five decades after the war, Mossad publishes a book of historical documents, including a photo of Egyptian national Ashraf Marwan with his handler Dubi and their urgent meeting request with Mossad chief Zvi Zamir to warn about the impending conflict
Yaron Druckman, Itamar Eichner | 20:34 | 09.11.23
Financial hub or terrorist hotbed? The battle for the future of Jericho
30 years after the Oslo Accords, Jericho faces a crossroads; Merchants struggle as tourists flee due to attacks while Hamas takes foothold in its refugee camp; The city must decide: Will it stay a economic hub, or will ongoing unrest change for ever?
Elisha Ben Kimon | 23:37 | 09.08.23
אלי כהן
'I couldn't call him a spy, until he died': Children of Mossad agents talk about life in the shadow of lies
Growing up, they say their parent would disappear for extensive periods and was not all that present when he or she returned, the sons and daughters of agents, now much older describe life with a spy
Eti Abramov | 18:51 | 09.08.23
זחל"מ עם הכיתוב "ויוה גולדה" בחזית הצפונית
Israel declassifies massive archive to mark 50th anniversary of Yom Kippur War
The previously confidential material has been examined, scanned and made accessible in a new smart digital format; Chief state archivist: 'I invite the public to search the materials for personal information, to listen to the voice clips that have the power to bring us back in time, and to ask for answers to open questions that may still be bleeding'
Aaron Poris/The Media Line | 00:36 | 09.08.23
Ahmed Hamdan offers gold coins to low-income residents of the Gaza Strip
In Gaza, little gold coins help the poor to save
The 21-carat-gold coin, which bears the image of the Dome of the Rock shrine in Jerusalem on one face with the word Palestine underneath, is licensed and stamped by the Ministry of Economy in Gaza
Reuters | 15:43 | 09.07.23
Belev Echad retreat for disabled IDF veterans
Summer retreat for disabled IDF vets changing lives
Local initiative of NY Jewish community now turning into a global movement with goal of providing comprehensive rehabilitation framework for injured IDF veterans and their families
Ynetnews | 11:34 | 09.07.23
אביגיל ווינדברג
Observant immigrant from China joins IDF combat unit
As a child, Staff Sergeant Abigail Windberg knew that her family has ancient Jewish roots in the Kaifeng community, but after she found herself near a scene of a terror attack on a visit to Israel, she decides to enlist for combat service
Shmuel Munitz | 09:25 | 09.07.23
ירוסלבה מהוצ'יך
Dodging bombs and winning medals: Ukrainian athlete Yaroslava Mahuchikh competes for her country
After fleeing the war and seeing her home hit by missiles, competition serves as the battleground where Yaroslava Mahuchikh wages her fight for her country
Ze'ev Avrahami | 19:58 | 09.06.23
לחיצת היד ההיסטורית בבית הלבן
30 years later: Failures and lessons learned from the Oslo Accords
No peace prospect between Israelis and Palestinians is currently on the table, but much will depend on how political uncertainty in the Palestinian arena plays out
The Media Line | 10:19 | 09.06.23
Kathleen Folbigg. An innocents murderer
The innocent child murderer
At what point does doubt become reasonable? After having served twenty years in prison, a mother from Australia was acquitted from the murder of her four children due to evidence of rare genetic defects that may have caused their deaths
Dr. Erez Garty, Ofir Kuperman, Davidson Institute of Science | 22:33 | 09.04.23
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Odessa resilience center to provide psychological support to war victims
The wealth of expertise that Israel has accumulated in addressing trauma is now benefiting Ukrainians dealing with war; the new resilience center in Odessa is to be joined by three additional sites
Edward Doks | 20:28 | 09.04.23
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Yom Kippur War soldier: 'I searched for him for years, I'm alive thanks to him'
Doron Dreilich, who was saved by an Israeli officer during the Yom Kippur War, finds closure in meeting his daughter after he couldn't thank him before he passed
Matan Tzuri | 12:51 | 09.04.23
צלב קרס שנחרט על גבו של ילד בלאס וגאס
Persecuted: Study shows marked rise in religion-based hate crimes in US
Record-breaking spike in hate crimes targeting Jews seen in in-depth study; the acts are fueled by IDF operations, white supremacy and online conspiracy theories; New York City is where most attacks recorded
Daniel Edelson, New York, Gilad Meiri | 00:49 | 09.04.23
Kfar Shmaryahu
Kfar Shmaryahu, an exclusive and unique community of the very rich
Prices rose by over 50% during the coronavirus pandemic when those who could afford it purchased large plots of land; The village prides itself in its community, where neighbors opt to enjoy the local pool over their own at home
Assaf Kamar | 20:25 | 09.02.23
אורן שגיא
'I'm optimistic about Israeli high-tech'
Cisco Israel CEO Oren Sagi says he believes Israel still has quality people and the entrepreneurial spirit that made it a start-up nation and is hopeful that there will be a return to normalcy
Tal Giladi | 14:01 | 09.02.23
ג'ו ביידן דונלד טראמפ
No more 'Morning in America': How the U.S is struggling to present an adequate leader
The world's superpower finds it challenging to put forth an inspiring presidential candidate, be it a Democrat or a Republican, forced to settle for either the affable but forgetful Biden or the belligerent and combative Trump
Orly Azoulay | 09:09 | 09.02.23
אירועי יוקרה
The luxurious world of over-the-top celebrations
Event planners to the filthy rich say they are often given a free hand to host parties lasting multiple days in multiple locations, in Israel and abroad; 'its storytelling, like a theatre production'
Mor Shimoni | 23:21 | 09.01.23
Udi Danino
Robots will not take over the world, tech entrepreneur says
Udi Danino comes from a modest background but found his talent and success thanks to parents who valued education and his hard work; Now he says Israel must invest in AI or be left behind
Tal Giladi | 15:54 | 09.01.23
Fort Lamy mosque
'I found the only Jew in Chad' diplomat writes in decades old letter just revealed
Letter describes Persian Jewish man who served as muezzin for the Muslim community in Fort Lamy for years before letting on that he was Jewish; Ambassador says he hoped now, he would contribute to his own people
Itamar Eichner | 00:40 | 09.01.23
ילדים יכולים להגיב לאלימות בשורה של התנהגויות. מהכחשה ועד אלימות מצדם
'Summer vacation was hell in my home, with my abusive dad'
Unlike most children, Sharon Bar-el Tamir says she could not wait for the school year to start after her abusive father who was a teacher, was home all day during the summer break, and there was no escaping his violence
Sharon Bar-el Tamir | 18:53 | 08.31.23
הכור הגרעיני בדימונה
JFK taps Jewish scientist to prevent Israeli nuclear program, document shows
U.S President opposes Ben-Gurion plan to build nuclear reactor; asks for an opponent of nukes to visit Dimona facility and is rebuffed; historic correspondence found in archive
Itamar Eichner | 11:58 | 08.29.23
יוסף חדאד
Pro-Israeli activist stands firm after being called 'traitor dog'
Yoseph Haddad an Arab citizen and advocate for Israel says he was assaulted after lawmakers representing the Arab sector chose to condemn him rather than support his position
Gilad Meiri | 10:45 | 08.29.23
From left clockwise: Adam and Amir Masarwa, Rami Marjiehm Mohammad Abu Hawash
'Mom, this is war, right?': Israeli Arab children grow up in fear as violent crime runs rampant
Children in the Arab sector grapple with nightmares, bed-wetting, anxiety and school absences due to violence in their communities; Their plight is deepened by the shortage of proper mental support; ‘The sound of gunshots has become familiar and routine’
Einav Halabi | 08:56 | 08.26.23
Mechanized IDF convoy making its way to the front
War through the lens: The Yom Kippur War like never seen before
Photojournalist Shabtai Tal chronicled the war while shadowing Division 143 Commander Ariel Sharon, capturing the chaos in Sinai and the generals' shock; 50 years later, at Tel Aviv's Beit Sokolov, where oblivious revelers sipped whiskey as fighting raged on the front, he exhibits these photos, noting they reflect a world that felt 'more black than white'
Eti Abramov | 23:59 | 08.25.23
הספרייה הלאומית
Iconic architectural firm secures 11 modern Jerusalem sites on preservation list
In an unprecedented move, the capital's Preservation Committee has chosen to preserve 11 iconic buildings from the 50s and 60s, including the National Library, the Jerusalem Theater and even an entire neighborhood, each telling the story of Israel's public-civic architectural heritage
Talia Levy Rozenboim | 18:54 | 08.25.23
רינת קנט
Being shunned as a kid prompted me to help others suffering the same
After years of being ganged up on and ridiculed by classmates, Rinat Kant says she worked through her trauma and now hopes to be part of the solution for others
Tzipora roman | 19:33 | 08.24.23
שמשת הרכב שנופצה
Europe’s LGBTQ+ community faces growing threat amid far-right resurgence
Rising right-wing governments in Europe increasingly marking LGBTQ+ communities as national enemies, subjecting them to online hate, street violence and discriminatory laws; Activists warn such scenario could potentially spread to Israel
Ofir Chizik | 23:42 | 08.23.23
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Survivors of terror still carry their wounds
Terror attacks take the lives of 34 people thus far this year but many more suffer from injuries and must take a long road to recovery; Here are some of their stories
ynet correspondents | 21:36 | 08.23.23
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Olive trees shipped from Israel planted in Botanic Garden of Lisbon
Tree-planting ceremony associated with the six major religions takes place to honor Pope's visit, includes two trees gifted by the Israeli embassy and the Jewish National Fund
Ynetnews | 15:26 | 08.23.23
IDF operating in Jenin
Breeding grounds: Which West Bank hotspots are hubs for terrorism
Nablus, Jenin and Hebron regions produce the lion's share of attacks both against West Bank settlers and Israelis in Tel Aviv, with Hamas using such areas as their base of operations outside the Gaza strip
Einav Halabi | 15:00 | 08.23.23
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With 9,152 flight hours, Israeli Air Force salutes record holder pilot
Beyond just conflict, retired IDF pilot Lt. Col. Yehuda Haim has flown Israeli leaders like Rabin and Begin to pivotal meetings, including historic Egypt peace accord; He's now celebrated for his lifetime of service
Korin Elbaz-Alush | 13:02 | 08.22.23
Terror claims 35 lives in 2023 in one of deadliest years since Second Intifada
Mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, friends, soldiers, civilians, tourists and even a Palestinian worker from Gaza - the ongoing terror wave continues to take its toll; These are their names, stories and the legacy they left behind
Nina Fox | 00:06 | 08.22.23
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Sisters behind the wheel: East Jerusalem bus drivers send message of female empowerment
Sajdaa Isma'il and Hanin Marshad sometimes receive mixed responses, yet their families stand behind their choice; they wish to deliver a message to all women that they can do anything
Gilad Cohen | 22:15 | 08.21.23
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The GOP's newest presidential darling: Meet Vivek Ramaswamy
While Florida Governor DeSantis was sitting pretty at second place for the GOP nomination and setting his sights on defeating Donald Trump, a new contender has popped up; 38-year-old Vivek Ramaswamy, a billionaire entrepreneur with Indian immigrant parents, has come out of nowhere, stealing the limelight with his vibrant personality
Tzippy Shmilovitz, New York | 15:12 | 08.21.23
Beyond the myths: New study provides insights into the lives of ancient women
Groundbreaking study challenges age-old beliefs, revealing that in 80% of examined ancient cultures, women were active hunters, not just gatherers and child-rearers as traditionally assumed; This raises the question who was so keen to keep the women in the cave?
Rotem Izak | 08:42 | 08.19.23
ג'רמי זאג
Miraculous: the producer who saved a struggling series
With its new 'Ladybug & Cat Noir' movie arriving in theaters and a series being broadcast across the world, Miraculous' success could've never been unless one producer believed in it
Dana Moison | 19:55 | 08.15.23
משלחת לטנזניה
Deterring elephants and renovating schools: Israeli youth come to Tanzania to teach and learn
Fifteen Israeli highschoolers travel to African nation to help locals cope with agricultural challenges while developing leadership skills
Ran Rimon | 10:40 | 08.14.23
Moreno vs. Dirani: Sayeret Matkal's bold mission in Lebanon crucible
A new book about the mysterious Israeli hero Emmanuel Moreno reveals fresh details about an elite IDF commando operation to capture the terrorist who held the long-lost Israeli pilot Ron Arad
Tal Danino, Yoni Rotenberg | 00:13 | 08.13.23
אילוס אילוסטרציה חייזר חייזרים עב"מ עב"מים
Truth is out there: UFOs take center stage in Washington
Once ridiculed, those reporting UFO sightings are vindicated; US intelligence confirms 144 unexplained events over 17 years; With tech advancements, Washington admits: It's serious
Tzippy Shmilovitz | 19:05 | 08.12.23
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