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סא"ל סלמאן חבקה ז"ל
Druze women leaders carry on legacy of revered IDF officer
New scholarship honoring fallen IDF officer Lt. Col. Salman Habaka empowers Druze students—especially women—through full academic support, leadership training and shared vision of equality and opportunity in Israeli society
Shimon Elbaz | 12:13 | 06.11.25
יאסר אבו-שבאב
Gaza militia leader Israel is arming to challenge Hamas: Who is Yasser Abu Shabab?
Once imprisoned by Hamas for alleged criminal activity, the 32-year-old Rafah native has reemerged at the helm of a local militia reportedly backed by Israel in its covert effort to undermine Hamas rule
Einav Halabi, Yossi Yehoshua | 20:23 | 06.05.25
ספאא חנג'ר
Almost abducted at age 11: Ex-Lebanese refugee honored in Israel
Dr. Safaa Khanjar, Druze educator honored by the Education Ministry, shares journey from fleeing Lebanon’s Hezbollah threats at 14 to teaching resilience at a northern Israeli high school
Galit Hareli | 16:29 | 06.03.25
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Hebrew University climbs as most Israeli schools fall in global rankings
Latest CWUR report shows Hebrew University rising to 65th, but six of nine Israeli universities decline; Harvard still reigns supreme as Ivy League and top UK schools remain stable, though experts warn of global shifts driven by funding and research performance
Gilad Meiri | 16:42 | 06.02.25
מערכת הלייזר
Explainer: How Israel’s laser defense system could change the future of warfare
Israel unveiled that using a laser-based defense system it intercepted dozens of drones during recent war with Hezbollah; the system marks a major step in military tech, offering low-cost, high-speed interceptions
Tal Shahaf | 15:15 | 05.30.25
פרננדו מרמן, לואיס הר וקלרה מרמן
'We huddled together, trembling': The family taken hostage and their ongoing fight for life
After surviving captivity by Hamas, Clara Merman, her partner Luis Har and her brother Fernando are sharing their story and leading public fight to free those still held in Gaza—confronting trauma, displacement, and the long road to healing
Hagar Kochavi | 14:26 | 05.30.25
רועי חן ויותם כהן
Two brothers, two battles: loss and longing 600 days after October 7
Roy Chen lost his brother in Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack; Yotam Cohen’s brother is still held captive; one mourns, the other waits; their paths crossed in shared grief as they fight for memory, justice and the hope of bringing every captive home
Lihi Gordon | 11:05 | 05.30.25
כפר עזה
Gaza border residents struggle with rebuilding, ongoing security concerns
Some 600 days after the war began, many Gaza border residents remain displaced due to security concerns and slow reconstruction; Community leaders criticize the Tekuma Directorate for inadequate support and highlight financial struggles, employment gaps, and a lack of clear timelines
Sharon Kidon, Roni Green Shaulov | 17:05 | 05.27.25
לוחמי הימ״מ שלחמו בקיבוץ מפלסים
‘A hornet’s nest of terrorists’: Israel Police commandos recount brutal ambush on Oct. 7
Elite police units describe chaotic fighting, rescues under fire and breakdown of command as Hamas terrorists launched their deadly surprise attack on Kibbutz Mefalsim
Liran Tamari | 11:45 | 05.27.25
ליסה וריצ'רד אייזקס, הוריו של גדי עמית ז"ל
Parents of IDF soldier who died by suicide: ‘They missed the chance to save him’
IDF soldier Gadi Isaacs killed himself after police detention and ERAN hotline mishandling; parents demand urgent reforms in military-police protocols and crisis mental health support
Gal Ganot | 11:32 | 05.27.25
Andrei Kozlov in his studio in New York
'I will be a former hostage forever': Andrei Kozlov tells his story through paintings
He is alive and filled with gratitude, but feels the weight of those not yet free; He is no longer a hostage but knows the world may always see him as one; 'It will forever be a part of my life'
Associated Press | 10:32 | 05.27.25
צה"ל חוזר לשגרת הצבת הכוחות בגבול לבנון
Kill zones, daily attacks and citizens returning: The new routine on the Lebanese border
As calm gradually returns to northern frontier, IDF shifts from wartime footing to routine defense, handing control back to the Galilee Division while maintaining heightened readiness against Hezbollah threats
Yoav Zitun | 11:51 | 05.26.25
שלושה שוטרים על יום ירושלים מהזווית שלהם
As war rages, Jerusalem's men and women in blue keep the peace
As Israel finds itself in nearly two years of war on multiple fronts and with terror threats always looming, the Temple Mount, probably the region's most volatile site, has remained relatively calm thanks to the work of the capital's police force
Liran Tamari | 09:38 | 05.26.25
קלרה חממי ובנה אל"מ אסף חממי ז"ל
Mother of top IDF officer killed on Oct. 7: 'He always said, never give up'
Clara Hamami, mother of Col. Asaf Hamami, whose body remains in Gaza, says army can operate without endangering hostages; 'I believe everyone will return, and then we will hold everyone accountable'
Dina Halutz | 09:15 | 05.26.25
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Diary of an Israeli sniper: War, routine and the human cost
For 5 months in Gaza, Givati sniper Staff Sgt. Tomer eliminated 27 terrorists, often from a long distance; 'They dropped one after the other,' he recalls; now back home, he’s facing the moral weight and psychological toll of life behind the scope
Amihai Attali | 00:51 | 05.25.25
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Israeli flag looking over the Lebanese planes: A visit to the IDF's buffer zone
Ynet correspondent visits outpost in southern Lebanon, part of new defensive line established by Israel after truce, which despite it - Hezbollah still watches closely
Yoav Zitun, Lebanon | 22:11 | 05.18.25
גבר ואישה פנים אל פנים
New study shows men fall in love faster, more often
A surprising study from the Australian National University reveals that men, on average, fall in love in just over four weeks, while women take nearly two months; Despite this, women experience love more intensely and with greater emotional depth 
Adi Shaham | 12:46 | 05.17.25
ענת, אחותו של רס"ל צבי פלדמן ז"ל בהלווייתו
After Tzvi Feldman’s return, questions persist about fate of battle's last MIA soldier
Yehuda Katz’s sister remains hopeful her brother may still be alive; She reflects on decades of unanswered questions, alleged cover-ups, and the need for accountability in the search for truth
Lior Ben Ari, Alexandra Lukash | 08:19 | 05.14.25
עידן אלכסנדר נפגש עם בני משפחתו לראשונה בבית החולים איכילוב
Bound with a bag over his head, and stuck in a collapsed tunnel: Freed hostage Edan Alexander describes captivity
Soldier said that first few days in Gaza  were 'hell'; Senior Hamas officials held him and defined him as an 'asset' and he was updated on developments in the war and watched his family's interviews; Witkoff gave him an emotional gift in the hospital
Lihi Gordon | 00:41 | 05.14.25
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Saudi journalist warns Israel: Resolve Palestinian conflict or forget normalization
Abdulaziz Alkhamis says Saudi-Israeli normalization hinges on resolving Israeli-Palestinian conflict via a two-state solution; he stresses the need to confront extremism, including Hamas, and urges a comprehensive plan for regional peace
Alexandra Lukash | 23:56 | 05.12.25
זיו קורן ליווה את שורד השבי אלי-ה כהן בשובו לישראל משבי חמאס
‘The guards panicked and abandoned us. I looked at the other hostages and said, ‘run!’’
Wounded, starving and trapped in Hamas tunnels, Eliya Cohen never lost hope; now, over 70 days after his release, he shares his dream of studying psychology—and the trauma: a failed escape, nightmares and hunger 'like Yom Kippur for months'
Hagar Kochavi | 09:47 | 05.11.25
פרופ' נחום נשר ובנו קורן עושים מילואים יחד
Reserve duty with Dad: Former POW doctor returns to front line alongside his son
Forty years after enduring torture in a Syrian prison, Prof. Nahum Nesher returns—this time by choice - at 63, he leaves the OR for the front lines, serving alongside his son in Battalion 920; Together, they’ve completed over 250 days of reserve duty on the tense Syrian border
Yair Kraus | 08:31 | 05.11.25
אילון מאסק
Elon Musk’s chaotic family dynamics: 14 kids, 4 mothers and parental alienation
In the past five years, Musk has fathered eight children, averaging 1.6 children per year; his unconventional family structure raises questions about his personal life and motivations
Inbal Hananel | 23:28 | 05.10.25
רבקה בוחבוט, אשתו של אלקנה מחזיקה תמונה של בנם ראם
'My child waits for his father': Hostage's wife joins fight to release all Hamas captives
Rivka Bohbot, wife of Elkana, who was abducted to Gaza, is calling on the public to unite in support of efforts to release hostages; She hopes to bring her husband home in time for their son Re'em's upcoming 5th birthday 
Hagar Kochavi | 10:39 | 05.10.25
קולאז' 24 חטופים
'Certainly alive': These are the 21 hostages that have shown signs of life
Three families have been informed that their loved ones are in danger, and no signs of life have been received from four others; US President Donald Trump first announced the figure of 21 living hostages, though the number has been thought to be 24
ynet | 08:58 | 05.08.25
Emily Austin and Eylon Levy
'If they hate you for who you are, double down': Emily Austin and Eylon Levy share what it takes to defend Israel on the global stage
From social media to world headlines: How two Jews are shaping the narrative? Prominent pro-Israel activists open up about the personal cost of advocacy, Israel's ongoing PR battle and the urgent need for Jewish resilience worldwide
Ynetnews | 15:33 | 05.07.25
ההתנגשות
Arab world riveted by Netanyahu’s clash with Shin Bet chief
As PM wages an unprecedented political battle with Ronen Bar and faces growing pressure over unmet war goals, Arab and Palestinian observers are closely watching Israel’s internal divisions
Dr. Michael Milshtein | 13:55 | 05.07.25
תוכנית יוזמת הביתה
Returning to life, building the future: The initiative reshaping Israel’s periphery
Not with slogans, but with action—Homeward is working to bring residents back to their communities through investment in education, strengthening local resilience and developing regional excellence hubs for children and youth; 'We’re reinforcing the roots so communities can grow again,' says Sigal Moran, CEO of the initiative
Naama Cohen Friedman | 12:39 | 05.07.25
הלוחמים של משפחת גולדיטש. "יקראו לנו – נמשיך להתייצב"
Six siblings in uniform: Israeli family continues to serve after brother’s death in Gaza war
After two Gaza tours, Yoel Golditch died of a heart attack while recovering from a shoulder injury; he was later recognized as a PTSD victim; during his shiva, his siblings vowed to keep serving in uniform, despite some being wounded in combat
Gal Ganot | 13:52 | 05.06.25
יואב זיתון בקוניטרה בסוריה
'Al-Sharaa’s grip is weak': IDF doubts Syria’s control as Golan buffer zone expands
Six months after entering the Syrian Golan without resistance, Israeli troops face a divided landscape—stability in the north under Ahmad al-Sharaa, volatility in the south, and uncertainty over who truly controls the fractured country next door
Yoav Zitun | 22:58 | 05.05.25
פעילות כוחות חטיבת ירושלים (16) שנמצאים בסבב רביעי במילואים
From demonstrating to fighting in Gaza: How the war reshaped reservist ethos
As Israel expands its Gaza campaign, reservists who once questioned the system now report for duty; their voices reveal how October 7 shattered moral doubts and redrew the lines between protest and patriotism
Gabriel Colodro / The Media Line | 16:22 | 05.05.25
מתחם זיהוי הגופות "שורה" ברמלה לאחר הטבח בדרום
Remains of October 7 victims await identification amid bureaucratic stalemate
Roughly 350 body bags from the Hamas massacre remain unidentified at Shura base, as dispute between Military Rabbinate and Religious Services Ministry stalls further DNA testing over concerns of resources and desecration
Guy Asif | 00:27 | 05.04.25
יוסף חדאד הברזייה
'I defend the country I live in - they break my mother’s hand': Yoseph Haddad on advocacy
Haddad, a Christian Arab and former IDF soldier, speaks about family backlash, public threats and his mission to promote coexistence between Jews and Arabs in Israel despite hostility from extremists on both sides
Bar Zaga | 15:23 | 05.02.25
א', נשואה ואם לתאומות, מפתחת ביחידת אופק
Haredi women in IDF: 'Proud to contribute in way that respects my values'
Around 400 Haredi women, holding high-security clearances, work in elite IDF units like Unit 8200; competing for coveted roles, they later advance to senior positions in high-tech industry while challenging societal norms        
Shoshana Chen | 13:00 | 05.02.25
יוסף (ג'ו) ג'אג'אתי בדמשק
Jewish businessman visits Damascus: 'Syrian regime confused by number of Jewish sects'
Joseph Jajati, a Syrian-American Jew, discusses frequent visits to Syria and expresses concern about future of Jewish properties and need for unity among Syrian Jews       
Lior Ben Ari | 12:09 | 05.02.25
נשיא המדינה, יצחק הרצוג, בראיון חג ל"ידיעות אחרונות"
Herzog: Hostage crisis, internal strife demand unity over partisan politics
In exclusive interview, president addresses Israel's political turmoil, dismisses rumors of pardon deal for Netanyahu, defends the judiciary and calls for national unity amid deepening divides and ongoing war
Yuval Karni | 21:58 | 05.01.25
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Farmers under fire: The relentless battle to keep Israel’s agriculture alive
As war continues to disrupt daily life across Israel, farmer Yossi Naim and Leket Israel founder Joseph Gitler share a raw and personal conversation about survival, solidarity and the soul of a nation 
Ynetnews | 20:13 | 05.01.25
Isareli youth dancing with flags in Jerusalem Day celebrations
7 olim, 77 years: What Israeli independence means now
Immigrants to Israel reflect on hope, hardship, and what independence means 77 years after the country’s founding; 
Maayan Hoffman/The Media Line | 08:01 | 05.01.25
Israel Independence Day
Israel in rare historic photographs from JNF archive
Historic collection includes photographs of soldiers, parades, and celebrations from the War of Independence and early statehood, thus reflecting resilience and determination, the main thrust of Israel’s formative years 
Gilad Meiri | 06:31 | 05.01.25
מפקד אגוז מפקד מגלן מפקד דובדבן
'You don’t think about your wife, your kids': Elite IDF commanders share what it’s really like to fight terror
On the eve of Israel’s 77th Independence Day, commanders from the IDF’s elite Duvdevan, Egoz and Maglan units open up about the emotional weight of war, the lessons of October 7, leading soldiers through loss and why—despite everything—they still raise the flag with pride
Lior Ben Ami | 00:46 | 05.01.25
משהאל שלמה
First to engage: Remembering the commandos who put everything on the line on October 7
New documentary reveals powerful testimonies from Yamam counterterrorism fighters and families of those killed during October 7 Hamas terror attack; film captures stories of courage, loss and dedication to protecting lives in Israel's darkest moments
Meir Turgeman | 20:38 | 04.30.25
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The Israeli real estate dream: How to get it right from day one
Former Israelis, members of the Jewish diaspora, and international investors are showing growing interest in buying property in Israel. Whether you're looking for a home to live in, a long-term investment, or a future place to settle—here’s what to expect. What to ask the developer, which documents to request, and how the process works when you're not physically in the country  
Moran Regev | 13:47 | 04.30.25
דויד גרוסמן בריאיון ל-92NY
'I need to be without a God,' Israeli author says as he discusses the country post Oct. 7 and his personal loss
David Grossman delivers a searing critique of Netanyahu and his far-right coalition during an interview, warning of escalating violence and societal division while questioning the viability of peace
Daniel Edelson, New York | 14:15 | 04.29.25
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'Hearing my son's final battle, painful and a privilege,' father of fallen soldier says
Rabbi Doron Perez listened to the last 2 hours and 16 minutes of his son's life in a recording of the fighting; his family, who immigrated from South Africa, grapples with loss and uncertainty, but remain committed to bringing home all of the hostages
Sharon Kidon | 13:31 | 04.29.25
הרב שמואל סלוטקי
Bereaved father says his two sons on October 7 fought together and fell together - one religious and one secular
Rabbi Shmuel Slotki, whose sons Noam and Yishay were murdered in the October 7 Hamas attack, will light a torch at Israel’s Independence Day ceremony, stressing unity and collective responsibility amid societal fractures in Ynet interview
Alexandra Lukash | 14:01 | 04.28.25
הרגע החגיגי בסוף המסלול
A journey of Israeli identity and resilience on the Camino de Santiago
Eliasaf Elyakim, 25, embarked on a 375-mile trek through Spain’s Camino de Santiago with an Israeli flag; His journey became a test of resilience, identity, and confronting antisemitism in Europe after October 7, transforming into a path of profound self-discovery 
Assaf Kamar | 14:10 | 04.27.25
דוד בן גוריון ברגע ההכרזה על הקמת מדינת ישראל
Declaration of Independence read at the Western Wall – a living tradition of hope and unity
In a special live broadcast from the Western Wall, men and women from across Israeli society — descendants of the Declaration of Independence signatories, Jewish community leaders from abroad, bereaved families, and relatives of hostages — unite to read the Declaration together, turning a historic text into a living voice of hope and inspiration
Ynetnews | 00:05 | 04.27.25
Omer Rabin
'Israel is bleeding, but Zionist funds are still going to party operatives. It’s time for transparency'
It’s the billion-and-a-half dollar question: Why aren’t the Zionist Congress’s massive funds being used to rebuild Israel’s south and north, but instead funneled to political insiders and party loyalists? Israeli expats are fighting over how the money is distributed—and the upcoming Congress elections could change the game 
Nitzan Pincu | 23:52 | 04.26.25
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'Here we can act like ourselves, no judgement:' Recovering from the trauma of war
Soldiers returning from the Gaza war find relief from the mental toll at a retreat offering emotional and physical release through movement, farming, and open dialogue
Yair Kraus | 11:44 | 04.26.25
רגעי שחרור החטופים בפעימה השביעית
Freed hostage Tal Shoham: Hamas terrorist called his wife and threatened to kill him
He shed further light on Hamas' brutality: Guards would taunt and humiliate them, asking how the music festival was and making shooting noises; He told himself each day that he'd eventually be free
AP | 10:34 | 04.24.25
ד"ר אכי פרידמן ד"ר תאה פרידמן רופאה ניצולת שואה שורדת שואה
Medicine and courage: This is the story of a 101-year-old Holocaust survivor and her doctor son
Dr. Teha Friedman, a former ophthalmologist, survived the horrors of the Holocaust in a Romanian ghetto and prison; Her son, Dr. Achi Friedman, a dermatologist, volunteers with 'LeMa’anam – Doctors for Holocaust Survivors', and together they share a powerful story of memory, resilience and the privilege of giving
Sharon Kidon | 13:53 | 04.23.25
אליהו (אלי) שרעבי עטוף בדגל ישראל, עם הגעתו לבית החולים שיבא
Freed hostage Eli Sharabi chosen to light torch at Israel’s 77th Independence Day ceremony
Sharabi, freed in latest hostage deal after losing his wife, daughters and brother on October 7, will light a torch at main Independence Day event; also honored: 10-year-old Israel advocate Ben Carasso and Oct. 7 hero Rachel Edri
Moran Azulay | 20:19 | 04.21.25
כוחות צה"ל רצועת עזה
Soldiers left exposed, tunnels underground: This is the reality in the Gaza buffer zone
IDF established outposts along the border to protect against another massacre, but the static positions are surveilled from Gaza by terrorists using remaining tunnels to attack
Yoav Zitun | 09:27 | 04.21.25
טקס יום השואה ביד ושם
The Holocaust survivors who will participate in Remembrance Day ceremony
Yad Vashem memorial event to include notable guests: Holocaust survivors who have seen the worst of humanity, persevered and came to Israel to start families
Itamar Eichner | 07:54 | 04.21.25
What’s Next in Israel Tech
How a short video series is changing the global narrative on Israel: One startup at a time
Israeli startups, global stage: a sharp, 90 seconds video series is turning breakthrough ideas into worldwide exposure. With clean visuals, fast storytelling, and surprising technologies—this project is changing how people see Israel. Backed by one of the world’s top IP firms, it’s already airing internationally. The name to know: What’s Next in Israel Tech 
Moran Regev | 00:16 | 04.20.25
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Ramallah Mall opening sparks Palestinian outrage amid Gaza suffering
The grand opening of Icon Mall in Ramallah, complete with music, dancing, and fireworks, has drawn sharp criticism across Palestinian society; Amid Gaza's suffering, the event highlighted growing divides, sparking outrage over perceived indifference and accusations of collaboration with 'oppressive' Israel
Dr. Michael Milshtein | 19:36 | 04.18.25
מיטל בן גוזי, שני הדר, אסתר שטרית
'Seven hours in hell': Three women recall horrors of Nova Festival massacre
Esther dodged bullets and watched a man die beside her, Meital lost friends and hopes to see a kidnapped guard again and Shani was shot and survived for her daughter—still haunted 18 months later
Lihia Gordon | 14:18 | 04.18.25
אירס חיים
‘Yotam wanted to be a dad’: Mother of slain Hamas hostage battles to continue his lineage, looking for a mother
After a year of mourning, Iris Haim petitioned a court to use the sperm of her late son Yotam—kidnapped on October 7 and mistakenly killed by IDF fire after escaping captivity—to fulfill his dream of fatherhood; her journey has grown into a personal mission with powerful national meaning
Ilana Curiel | 23:21 | 04.16.25
זיו קורן התלווה לאמילי דמארי ורומי גונן בחיים שאחרי השבי
We met in a Gaza hospital, bleeding souls—we are twins | The story of Romi and Emily
From their first meeting in Gaza’s Al Shifa Hospital to rehab back in Israel, Romi Gonen and Emily Damari forged a bond of survival and mutual support; now, they share their story—and vow not to stop fighting until all hostages return home
Ziv Koren | 18:57 | 04.12.25
Trump’s new favorite children
In Trump’s first term, Barron was just 10, and Tiffany was largely out of sight, now, Barron’s in college, Tiffany’s married to a Lebanese billionaire’s son—and both are gaining influence in Trump’s new government after helping fuel his historic comeback - The family’s former outliers aren't stepping aside
Tzippy Shmilovitz | 22:42 | 04.11.25
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