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Looking in, looking out: World emerges from lockdown with mixed feelings

As the COVID-19 pandemic is slowly subsiding, many across Africa and the Middle East, including Israel, Egypt and Lebanon, say the time spent at home helped them to re-evaluate their lives; 'I will miss the comfortable feeling of 'it's OK not to do anything,'' says dancer from Israel's Batsheva Dance Company

Reuters , 08:15 , 05.29.20

20 years after withdrawal, Israel and Hezbollah brace for war

Israeli troops are drilling for a possible invasion of Lebanon and routinely striking Hezbollah targets in neighboring Syria, while Hezbollah is beefing up its forces, arms depots and threatens invasion; neither side, however, seems to have an interest in starting a war anytime soon

Associated Press , 11:45 , 05.20.20

In Tel Aviv coronavirus ward, doctor says no one should die alone

Though Samir Agayev's grandmother was very weak, it was clear she was happy to see him at the Ichilov hospital, where Dr. Howard Oster believes both dying patients and their families deserve the right to say goodbye

Adir Yanko , 09:10 , 05.16.20

Israel offers peek at new normal for air travel during pandemic

Airport Authority's plan set to create 'virus-free area' through use of disinfection stands, thermal imaging at the entrance to the airport, social distancing and allowed entrances only to boarding pass holders

Reuters , 09:07 , 05.15.20

'They're the family and friends that I was missing'

At just 22, Yosef Friedman left his family, faith and everything he knew to embark on a new path, enlisting in the IDF and discovering the Foundation for Lone Soldiers Without Family Support, which became his new family

Yuval Haninovich, Promotional content , 11:29 , 05.12.20

Israeli billionaire hopes to bring water to parched Gaza

Georgian-Israeli Michael Mirilashvili believes he has solution to Hamas-controlled enclave's water crisis, which involves using hundreds of generators that produce drinking water out of air; two such machines already operate at a hospital in Gaza City

Associated Press , 16:39 , 05.06.20

Strip clubs in Israel's 'Sin City' turn into social activism hub

Tel Aviv's Pussycat strip club used to be a magnet for hedonists; now, the eye-catching building is home to programs that raises awareness about sexual exploitation, while former 'private lounge' is occupied by Eritrean refugees

AFP , 11:03 , 05.03.20

Chalk marks and discipline aid mass protest in virus-era Israel

Despite the epidemic, Israelis take to Tel Aviv's Rabin Square in protest against thrice indicted Netanyahu, while carefully adhering to safety regulations and social distancing requirements; 'We obey the law,' says rally organizer

Associated Press , 21:38 , 05.02.20

The Sea of Galilee is full, but its beaches are empty

The water level in Israel's only freshwater lake is currently at -208.92 meters (minus 685 feet), the highest it has been in decades; but, due to coronavirus, tourists and pilgrims will only be able to return to its shores sometime this autumn or winter

Associated Press , 18:42 , 05.02.20

Parking lot prayers: Muslims in Jaffa and Jerusalem improvise for Ramadan

During the holy month, Jaffa's Ottoman-era grand mosques and Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa compound usually filled with people since the pre-dawn hours; coronavirus epidemic, however, has forced worshipers to think of creative solutions

Reuters , 18:56 , 04.28.20

Gaza's women break social barriers to advance amid pandemic

Hamas-run enclave seeing slow erosion of traditions that have long derailed progress as women stand shoulder to shoulder with men in struggle against deadly disease; activists say learning self-defense now indispensable

The Media Line , 08:57 , 04.25.20

Gaza manufacturers find new life in making protective gear for Israel

While the Strip remains thus far free of any serious coronavirus outbreak, the declining economical situation in the coastal enclave has encouraged many changes in Gaza's various industries, including adapting its sewing workshops

Matan Tzuri , 16:56 , 04.24.20

Israel's counter-terror fighters adapt to coronavirus

Though their missions remain unchanged, the police special unit must now operate using protective gear and oxygen masks to protect themselves - and their detainees - during the pandemic

Elisha Ben Kimon , 18:57 , 04.23.20

Too poor to buy, too scared to meet: Palestinians face joyless Ramadan

The holy fasting month is expected to start Friday but, as elsewhere, residents of Gaza and West Bank are this year facing the prospect of celebrations without usual large gatherings for family meals or evening prayers

Reuters , 14:45 , 04.23.20

IN PICTURES: In empty Tel Aviv, only the clouds seem to move

The first Hebrew city, famed for its nightlife and bustling beachfront, has become eerily quiet due to Israel's tight movement restrictions meant to halt the spread of coronavirus

Associated Press , 12:02 , 04.22.20

'Netanyahu's actions more dangerous than coronavirus'

In an exclusive interview, Edward Snowden, the man who bared the secrets of American intelligence, says he is surprised that Israelis are not furious over the use of Shin Bet anti-terrorism measures to track people infected with the virus, which he calls 'intolerable'

Ronen Bergman , 13:26 , 04.19.20

Portrait of a family in coronavirus lockdown

Photographer Tal Givoni offers an intimate look into his everyday life during the epidemic - enabling him to observe his children as his subjects and providing him with a new perspective

Liat Eini , 19:40 , 04.18.20

Holy Fire lit as Orthodox Easter bells echo over near-empty Jerusalem

This year only a handful of Greek, Armenian, Russian and Coptic clergy, many garbed in black and wearing face masks, were present inside the church to receive the flame from the patriarch

Reuters , 18:27 , 04.18.20

Ramallah's 'Ironwoman' governor is facing coronavirus head on

Lila Ranam may be the youngest person and the only woman ever to hold the position, but the 45-year-old says people are more important that politics and her hard work has earned her the admiration of local residents

Elior Levy , 16:48 , 04.18.20

Not just a number: the story of Arie Even - Israel's first coronavirus victim

Relatives describe the Holocaust survivor as a man of fine tastes who took pride in his Hungarian cooking but was also a hard worker and modest humanist who had sympathy for society's weaker

Associated Press , 13:10 , 04.17.20

A virus that hits all faiths tests religion's tie to science

As health officials trace virus hotspots back to faith gatherings, calls grow louder for devout to protect each other's physical well-being; religions adapt behaviors to pandemic that doesn't distinguish between denominations or national boundaries

Associated Press , 13:20 , 04.16.20

Palestinian village chooses self-isolation during coronavirus pandemic

The West Bank community of Sinjul restricts access to non-residents, forming committees tasked with enforcing closure, supplying food and essentials to families and monitoring workers returning from Israel

The Media Line , 13:19 , 04.16.20

Gaza arrests for Zoom chat with Israelis spark 'normalization' row

Former Amnesty activist Hind Khoudary tipped off Hamas officials that 6 members of the Gaza Youth Committee chatted with left-wing campaigners in Israel; now, the Palestinian street is split over fight for free speech and campaign against 'violent Israeli occupation'

AFP , 13:57 , 04.14.20

How do you shelter from coronavirus when you don't have a home?

Israel has put in place emergency regulations prohibiting anyone from venturing more than 100 meters from their houses, but there are those who have no choice but to stay out on the streets, even during a pandemic

Asaf Kamar , 00:03 , 04.10.20

On an empty Via Dolorosa before Easter, praying for the world's sick

Christian denominations that share custody of the Holy Sepluchre face closures unprecedented in living memory, as do Jewish and Muslim leaders in a city that has sites sacred to all three faiths

Reuters , 23:11 , 04.06.20

In bleak times for synagogues, kibbutz carpenters have been busy building the future

These will be a spate of new shuls opening the moment coronavirus restrictions end, thanks to the furniture team at Kibbutz Lavi in the Galilee

Ynet , 11:38 , 04.06.20

Israel drafts Military Intelligence to help wage war on coronavirus

Officers from the elite Unit 8200 are applying their own algorithms to gathering and analyzing data on how measures taken by other countries have helped to stem the outbreak, while revamping the healthcare system's outdated software

Yoav Zitun , 14:35 , 04.04.20

Death in the Holy Land: Coronavirus changes burial for Jews, Muslims

The contagious virus has resulted in the bodies of victims being buried in impermeable plastic, while funerals can be attended by no more than 20 people; the new health officials' directives also affected the Jewish tradition of Shiva

Reuters , 13:36 , 04.02.20

Fears of domestic violence rise as millions confined over virus

'Violence, too, has been confined. That's what we're afraid of,' says Martine Brousse, head of Parisian organization La Voix de l'Enfant (The Child's Voice) with stress caused by social isolation exacerbating tensions and increasing violence against women and children

AFP , 14:53 , 03.31.20

Nature reclaims global cities as people stay home

The sight of ibex strolling down the beachfront promenade in Israel's city of Eilat recently shocked the locals; as humans retreat to their homes in wake of pandemic, wildlife steps out of the shadows and returns to the habitats it once ruled

AFP , 23:33 , 03.30.20

In Jerusalem's Haredi neighborhood, some rage against coronavirus rules

Despite the new regulations meant to halt the spread of the virus, the ultra-Orthodox area of Mea Shearim is still seeing worryingly large number of gatherings as well as protests against synagogue closures

Gilad Cohen , 15:13 , 03.26.20

Palestinians in West Bank, Gaza offer perspective amid pandemic

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to rage across the world, the survivors of the battles between militants and Israeli forces over the years, say they used to stay away from IDF troops to avoid trouble but now, they can't hide from coronavirus

Associated Press , 10:48 , 03.25.20

Squawking parrot warns world in Hebrew: 'Coronavirus! Don't go out!'

Zehava Shabat from the northern city of Kiryat Shmona took advantage of the recent 'stay at home' order to teach their 22-month-old grey parrot Luca about the dangers of COVID-19

Reuters , 17:54 , 03.24.20

For Israel's elderly, coronavirus means more loneliness

The outbreak has presented many challenges, in particular to sector most at risk; the country's seniors are not only dealing with dwindling supplies and lack of medical aid, but also with the growing sense of isolation

Amir Alon , 13:35 , 03.23.20

Amid coronavirus, God goes online to reach worshipers

The coronavirus epidemic has caused communities worst hit by the virus to turn to technology for spiritual support, 'Because I am not physically close to you, it doesn't mean I can't be emotionally close to you,' said a senior pastor which moved to online streaming on Sunday

Reuters , 13:07 , 03.22.20

Just the two of us: Israeli couple ties knot to beat coronavirus blues

Roni Ben-Ari and Yonatan Meushar were not going to let the outbreak in the way of their big day, marrying at Ein Hemed National Park, a short drive from Jerusalem, with barely any guests to witness their nuptials

Reuters , 22:50 , 03.21.20

Israel Police patrol after citizens breaching coronavirus restrictions

Local law enforcement mainly occupied with two tasks these days – upholding Health Ministry's ban on public gatherings of over ten people and quarantine of civilians who recently returned from overseas

Roi RUbinstein, Nitzan Dror , 19:40 , 03.18.20

With schools closed, parents seek distractions for their kids at home

Parents deal with the challenge of quarantine as some 2.3 million children are off school and usual entertainment spots closed as part of the measures to counter coronavirus

Roy Rubenstein, Ilana Curiel, Adir Yanko , 23:28 , 03.15.20

The new mask: Wave of global revolt replaced by coronavirus fear

Many thought civil disobedience and government crackdowns on protests would dominate international landscape in 2020, then came COVID-19; despite outbreak fears, some protesters are trying to keep their movements alive

Associated Press , 18:05 , 03.13.20

From Tel Aviv with love: A 1935 Purim greeting to Jewish world

'It is from here we send our blessings of encouragement and peace to all those in exile,' wrote city's first mayor Meir Dizengoff in newly released letter that appears to make reference to rise of Nazis in Germany

Itamar Eichner , 23:16 , 03.10.20

In Egypt, Sisi likes Likud but street wants change

Progressives view Netanyahu’s ties to conservative Arab leaders as an alliance between 'forces of expansion' in Israel and 'Arab fascist camp'

The Media Line , 19:07 , 03.06.20

Endless elections leave Israel unable to make crucial decisions

Analysis: The political stalemate and a caretaker government have brought a struggling health system to the brink, low-income pensioners to see their meager income shrink and children with special needs to experience discrimination

Amir Alon, Sivan Hilaie, Adir Yanko , 23:40 , 03.01.20

On eve of vote, its all down to turnout

With Israelis going to the polls for the third time in less than 12 months, political parties are mobilizing their volunteers, manning the phones and doing their utmost to push themselves and their bloc over the elusive 61-lawmaker benchmark that could end a year-long electoral impasse

Moran Azulay , 12:26 , 03.01.20

Netanyahu still 'King Bibi' on Israel's margins

Even after two inconclusive elections and despite ongoing legal tribulations, the veteran leader remains the champion of the lower middle classes

AFP , 11:29 , 02.26.20

Palestinians channel protests through dawn prayers

Rejecting calls for 'days of rage' over Trump peace plan, Palestinians across West Bank express disagreement with Mideast initiative through expressions of faith

Reuters , 21:31 , 02.18.20

Risking his life to save lives

After five years as a combat medic in one of the most challenging units of the IDF, involved in rescue missions often under fire, Guy is now a medical student who hopes his book, 'From Zero to One Hundred,' finds its way to the silver screen so people can really understand what it is to be an Israeli soldier

Itay Ilnai , 13:29 , 02.15.20

Is Leviathan's impact a risk worth taking?

Israel’s newly opened rig is being praised by energy executives and government officials as the path to energy independence; but will the natural gas exploitation lead to catastrophic consequences, as it often has in the past?

Max Kaplan-Zantopp, ZAVIT – Science and Environment News Agency , 14:07 , 02.07.20

Israeli, Palestinian farmers pay price as politicians bicker

Tit-for-tat embargoes imposed by decision-makers in Jerusalem and Ramallah have left local agriculturalists out of pocket as trade links that have generally held strong since the two sides signed interim peace accords in the 1990s begin to fray

Reuters , 09:30 , 02.07.20

Gaza farmers return to their lands along volatile Israeli border

Border area has been a 'no-go' zone for Palestinians due to increased unrest stemming violent attacks initiated by Hamas; now, International Committee of the Red Cross is sponsoring agricultural project in Gaza, allowing farmers to regain access

Reuters, Ynet , 12:44 , 02.05.20

Gaza bridegrooms end up in jail over unpaid debts

As unemployment in Gaza grows, more people rely on wedding loans as families prefer traditional celebrations over financial common sense

Reuters , 18:16 , 02.03.20

Abu Dis - an unlikely capital for a future Palestinian state

After Trump plan identifies neighborhood as potential capital, residents pour scorn on notion, insist on Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

Reuters , 23:39 , 01.29.20

A year after killing, Ethiopian community in even worse plight

The fatal shooting of Yehuda Biadga by a police officer and months later, another young Ethiopian-Israeli Solomon Tekah by an off-duty cop – underscores plight of demographic that wants answers to what they say is systematic discrimination

The Media Line , 18:54 , 01.25.20

Sidelined and isolated, Palestinians say disappointed in international community

Despite dozens of world leaders attending Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem this week, just a handful took time to meet with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, raising concerns as his popularity sinks and his approach loses support

The Media Line , 12:21 , 01.24.20

Is the world against us or is it just indifferent?

Instead of diplomats touting the overused party line that there’s no partner in the peace process, Vibe Israel tries to find celebrities who will say: 'You’ve never seen anything like the Tel Aviv nightlife'

Yuval Gamliel , 12:18 , 01.13.20

Did Iraqi, Syrian informants help kill Soleimani?

Neither Iranian general nor his entourage were registered as passengers on the Cham Wings airline flight from Damascus, yet once he'd landed in Baghdad, the Americans knew precisely where to direct their drone strike

Reuters , 10:39 , 01.10.20

Iran general steps out of Soleimani's shadow to lead proxies

Esmail Ghaani, who 5 years ago admitted to supplying Gaza militants with missiles, is now in charge of the Quds Force that will oversee whatever revenge Iran intends to seek against U.S.

Associated Press , 22:34 , 01.04.20

Displaced Syrian Nasrallah grows mushrooms to feed family

With money too tight to support his loved ones and meat prices skyrocketing due to the years-long civil war, the former civil servant from Hama hopes a kilo of spores from Turkey will generate 20 kilos of food

AFP , 18:02 , 12.30.19

Israeli mermen make AP's list of top pictures of the year

Iron Dome interceptions, Amazon wildfires, ultra-Orthodox weddings and Middle Eastern uprisings - the year of 2019 through the images taken by photographers of the Associated Press news agency

Associated Press , 09:02 , 12.28.19

'No money for medicine or heating'

Some Israelis instead of selebrating Hannukah resort to selling their household goods to survive; search for furniture on the streets, give up medication and cut off heat in winter; NGOs hand out blankets and winter supplies for the elderly, Holocaust survivors and those in need

Ynet , 16:17 , 12.25.19

Santa on a camel delivers Christmas trees in Jerusalem

Issa Kassissieh, aka the Jerusalem Santa, distributes both Christmas spirit and trees around the Holy City on a mission 'to bring joy and love and peace to the Holy Land'

Reuters , 17:31 , 12.19.19

Mossad chief in Yom Kippur War: Tell CIA No. 2 to kiss my ass

Former spy agency chief Efraim Halevy shares story of dramatic days at start of 1973 war, when Israel's strongest ally was holding back aid as they waited to see who would win

Itamar Eichner , 11:34 , 12.17.19

Boorish boars hog highways in Haifa

Since the northern city banned culling the animals, the wild pigs have been rummaging in the city night and day looking for food; the phenomenon sparked a fierce debate between the local residents afraid for their safety and animal rights groups

AFP , 23:14 , 12.16.19

Bethlehem's residents look beyond the Christmas rush

In recent years a new form of tourism has taken root in the town traditionally believed to be birthplace of Jesus, focusing on the West Bank town's Palestinian residents, their culture and history and their struggles under Israeli occupation

Associated Press , 14:06 , 12.13.19

Israeli school invites flat Earther to lecture ninth grade students

Matan Gorodish, a known advocate of the Flat Earth Theory, tells students at AMIT's Bar llan school that, 'known science is nothing more than lies meant to advance a certain agenda'; Weizmann Institute specialist slams school for offering its pupils 'such absolute drivel'

Adir Yanko , 10:44 , 12.10.19

Lisbon excursion offers Netanyahu brief escape from troubles

Perspective: The prime minister refused to delve into his personal fortunes after Israel’s attorney general indicted him for fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in three separate cases but he vowed to carry on and denied his precarious status was taking a toll or that foreign leaders were treating him any differently because of it

Associated Press , 18:19 , 12.06.19

Cold and alone, Israel’s poverty-stricken elderly brace for winter

In need of assistance, these old men and women who have no families they can turn to, say that feeling cold to the bone is worse than feeling hungry; 'I'm afraid of going to sleep because I'm not sure I will wake up,' says one elderly man

Amir Alon , 15:19 , 11.28.19

Israeli settlers and the Palestinians they live among

The population of Israel's settlements in the West Bank are hardly homogenous, some move in out of ideological reasons, while others out of poverty and a promise of cheap housing; for their Palestinians neighbors the reasons behind it make little difference

Reuters , 12:24 , 11.19.19

From Eurovision to riots and volcanos: EPA picks photos that define 2019

The European Pressphoto Agency has chosen a list of shots which in their opinion depict the year's most fascinating moments in all its glory; the list includes Israeli elections, protests in the West Bank and various snaps of President Trump

EPA , 15:50 , 11.10.19

Brother and sister reunite in Israel after 59 years

They grew up apart in England and had never met before, but now thanks to a Facebook post, Susan Masrua from Tayibe and her long lost-brother have finally reconnected after decades of searching for one other

Hassan Shaalan , 11:44 , 11.06.19

Protests in Iraq reveal a long-simmering anger at Iran

Years ago, Iraqis were beating their shoes against the portraits of the country's former dictator Saddam Hussein; now they're slapping their footwear against the banners depicting Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Associated Press , 08:43 , 11.06.19

U.S. growth of Islam creates need for religious scholars

Imam Mohammad Qazwini received formal training at a seminary in Iran, but now he teaches Quran - Islam's holy book - at a classroom in suburban Detroit and hopes to one day start his own Islamic seminary

Associated Press , 21:30 , 11.04.19

40 years on, U.S. Embassy in Tehran is monument to Iran hostage crisis

A brick gate around the compound is today famous for its anti-American murals and entering the facility is like stepping back in time, with a museum in what was once the vault displaying communications gear destroyed by besieged staffers

Associated Press , 12:21 , 11.03.19

PA, Hamas election moves met with skepticism

Palestinian analysts suggest both sides trying to avoid blame for lack of elections, argue poll would be impossible without internal reconciliation or participation of East Jerusalem voters

The Media Line , 11:07 , 11.01.19

Jordan and Israel - a cold and cyclical relationship

Prof. Hillel Frisch, field researcher at the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies, contends that while the Jordanian government uses anti-Israel rhetoric to appease segments of its population, it does not want an independent Palestinian state

The Media Line , 08:18 , 10.31.19

The tip, the raid, the reveal: The takedown of al-Baghdadi

Years of steady intelligence-gathering work culminated with a night time raid on the Islamic State leader's compound in Idlib province, livestreamed for President Trump who watched the operation from the White House

Associated Press , 08:40 , 10.28.19

'After Netanyahu - it's my turn'

Former Jerusalem mayor Nir Barkat sees himself as the heir apparent to the prime minister and as the next head of the Likud party; the millionaire businessman turned politician is sure that he can outperform his fellow Likudniks, despite party claims to the contrary

Sari Makover-Belikov , 23:22 , 10.14.19

Israeli POW reunites with mentor who helped him survive torture

Capt. Gil Vogel was captured by Syrian troops during the First Lebanon War, and this year, he had the chance to say thank you to the Military Intelligence officer whose advice kept him alive

Matan Tzuri , 23:00 , 10.09.19

For Kurds, U.S. pullback feels like being abandoned once more

Over the past century, Kurds have come close to setting up their own state or autonomous regions, only to have their dreams shattered when cast aside by world powers; an old Kurdish proverb reflects a history of disappointments: 'We have no friends but the mountains'

Associated Press , 23:31 , 10.07.19

Pepe the Frog goes from alt-right symbol to mascot of Hong Kong resistance

The smiling cartoon frog was a popular internet meme until it got appropriated by the Western far-right, leading its creator to declare his brainchild dead; but now it seems the animated amphibian is having a resurgence in the most unexpected of places

AFP , 15:17 , 10.06.19

The quiet revolution of Israel's Arab citizens

For the first time in years, there were lines at polling stations in Arab towns as voter turnout shot up, then the Joint List took a decision to recommend Gantz for PM, a move backed by 80%of the sector as they seek greater participation in politics

The Media Line , 19:53 , 10.05.19

Outrage over alleged honor killing sparks Palestinian legislation

Palestinian Authority pledges to enact law to protect women, set minimum age for marriage, as activists hold demonstrations in West Bank and Gaza, as well as in Jerusalem, Jaffa, Nazareth and Araba, and even as far afield as Beirut and Berlin

The Media Line , 14:07 , 10.05.19

'Where's the Qatari money?' Hamas facing growing criticism in Gaza

Recent spike in injuries among Palestinian youths dispatched by terror group to protest at Israeli border fence has led to a rise in complaints about the Strip's rulers, as Gazans see double standard in opportunities and funding

Elior Levy , 19:19 , 10.03.19

As attack drones multiply, Israeli firms develop defenses

Series of UAV strikes across Mideast underscore devastating effectiveness of small unmanned attack aircraft; and while systems that can detect or destroy incoming drones are being developed, some obstacles remain, particularly in crowded urban airspaces

Associated Press , 13:33 , 09.30.19

Electoral gains revive old dilemma for Israel's Arab citizens

Joint List is now the third-largest party in the Knesset, which could make its chair Ayman Odeh the first-ever Arab opposition leader; but the sector has many issues it wants addressed, from discrimination and violence to the conflict with the Palestinians

Associated Press , 08:38 , 09.30.19

Sanctions-hit Iran props up economy with bartering, secret deals

Painful new sanctions imposed by Washington target most sectors of Iran’s economy, yet Iran refuses to capitulate and runs clandestine economic system

Reuters , 14:04 , 09.28.19

Starving monkeys and abused lions: Gaza zoo reopens just months after closure

Owners of the Rafah Zoo, closed for severe animal neglect following an international campaign, say they've reopened solely for the enjoyment of locals; critics, meanwhile, say it's an attempt to bully animal welfare organizations into large donations

AFP , 14:45 , 09.22.19

Netanyahu's anti-Arab election campaign was a double-edged sword

The elections sparked much interest in the Arab sector and the Joint List became the third largest in the Knesset, much thanks to Netanyahu's scare campaign, accusing the Arab sector trying to steal the elections; One in two Druze voters voted for Blue and White

Daniel Salami , 11:04 , 09.22.19

When the chosen people can't choose

While rumors swirled on election night about a group of acting Likud MKs preparing a rebellion against the prime minister, none of the potential heirs have shown any willingness to stand up to Netanyahu

The Media Line , 10:13 , 09.22.19

Empowering the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in the West Bank

The main obstacle faced by Palestinian entrepreneurs was the lack of networking opportunities and that through this 3E conference, international companies and Palestinians gained access to one another

The Media Line , 23:35 , 09.21.19

Corruption warriors: Investigative journalists on the rise in Arab world

In a region where abuses of power are rife, investigative journalism is viewed as an important tool to combat corruption and to motivate governments and businesses to act in the interest of the public, and the number of exposes is increasing steadily

The Media Line , 18:54 , 09.21.19

Liberman the kingmaker ensures Netanyahu is no longer on top

The Yisrael Beytenu leader's decision to turn his back on his former boss raised his profile and increased his strength, extending his popularity beyond his original base of ex-Soviet immigrants as his message against ultra-Orthodox political power resonated with secular Israelis

Reuters , 13:43 , 09.21.19

Israel's election highlights secular - religious divide

Shmuel Rosner, a senior fellow at the nonpartisan Jewish People Policy Institute in Israel, said Liberman’s rise showed that many right-wing Israelis are tired of their elected officials being so tightly bound to the ultra-religious

Associated Press , 14:27 , 09.20.19

With no clear winner, is Israel heading for unprecedented third elections?

After a caustic campaign that saw a combative Netanyahu fighting for his political survival amid recommendation to indict him on criminal charges, neither he nor main rival Benny Gantz can muster a majority and neither seems willing to blink first

Associated Press , 08:51 , 09.20.19

'Only Bibi' no more: Why does Netanyahu want to power-share?

After another failed attempt to muster enough seats to form a right-wing government, the prime minister is playing every card he's got, approaching chief rival Benny Gantz with a unity government plea

Reuters , 18:19 , 09.19.19

Israel faces potential deadlock in neck-and-neck second election

A unity government between the two biggest parties may be the most reasonable way out of the gridlock, but Blue and White has vowed not to serve under Likud leader Netanyahu due to his likely indictment on corruption charges

Associated Press , 00:04 , 09.17.19

A look at the corruption scandals facing Netanyahu

The attorney general has recommended indicting against the prime minister on bribery, fraud and breach of trust in 3 corruption cases with a pre-trial scheduled for October, just 3 weeks after the election

Associated Press , 08:30 , 09.16.19

Israel's settlers and the Palestinians they live among

Hundreds of thousands of Jews live in over 120 settlements in the West Bank, some driven by burning ideology, others looking for a cheap apartment, but what do their Palestinian neighbors think of their presence there?

Reuters , 18:47 , 09.14.19

Christian evangelicals harvest land in settlements Israel hopes to annex

The volunteers for the devout U.S. evangelical group HaYovel that feels a religious connection to the Holy Land, brings Christians to help Jewish farmers in Israeli settlements which they see as a biblical prophecy of Jews returning to their homeland

Reuters , 09:49 , 09.14.19

Gazan's death abroad shines light on middle-class exodus

Pharmacy owner Tamer al-Sultan sought a better life away from Gaza, apparently fleeing the Hamas terror organization that has ruled the coastal enclave for more than a decade and of which he was a frequent critic - and he was not alone in wanting to escape

Associated Press , 19:11 , 09.13.19

After breaking glass ceiling in Israel, Druze woman aims for equality

Mreeh is part of the centrist Blue and White alliance led by ex-military chief Benny Gantz, the main rival to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing Likud party

AFP , 12:10 , 09.10.19