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Israel’s Sukkot blues: Domestic tourism fails to make up for lack of foreign guests

Tourism experts say they hope recent decision to allow foreigners to enter Israel with a negative COVID test will finally boost the country's tourism industry, which already missed out on international guests during sector’s peak season

TheMediaLine , 23:30, 09.20.21

Belarus Olympic runner says she fled to avoid being forced into mental hospital

In an exclusive interview with Ynet, Krystsina Tsimanouskaya claims she never wanted to become a symbol of freedom when she asked for political asylum at Tokyo Games, but says she hopes to inspire resistance to Belarus dictator Lukashenko

Zeev Avrahami , 23:29, 09.17.21

Lessons learned so far from Israel-Arab normalization

Nearly 70 ambassadors to the UN gathered at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York to listen to diplomats from Israel, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco and the U.S. recount the steps that led to Abraham Accords, one year after historic deals

The Media Line , 13:48, 09.17.21

A bird's eye view of Israel's deserted streets on Yom Kippur

Drone video captures virtual standstill in the country during the Jewish 'Day of Atonement,' as children took advantage of the deserted highways to ride bicycles, scooters and skateboards without fearing cars

Reuters , 19:36, 09.16.21

Fintech and fighter jets: One year on, UAE-Israel ties bear fruit

Despite ongoing tensions and conflict with Palestinians, Abraham Accords have brought tourism, aviation and financial deals that alone totaled over $500 million for both countries in August

AFP , 19:13, 09.14.21

Pets enjoy some pampering in Palestinian clinic

As pet ownership became more and more common in West Bank and Gaza, Palestinian veterinarian Ahmed Al-Amad decided to open a clinic to both pamper the Strip's pets, and care for any stray animals that need care

Reuters , 13:16, 09.13.21

20 years on, many Middle Easterners still doubt U.S. narrative of 9/11

Some in the region still don't believe Al-Qaida was behind the deadly attacks, with some alleging the incident was orchestrated by American elites to further push intervention in the Middle East or even to increase aid to Israel

Mohammad Al-Kassim/The Media Line , 14:00, 09.11.21

Taliban takeover exposes largest Afghan ethnic group's surprising Israel link

Fearing reprisal from Islamists, members of the Pashtun ethnic group — many of whom helped former Afghan government — evoke historical theories tracing 15 million-strong community to 10 lost tribes of Israel, cite feeling strong connection to Israel, for which they may get killed

Uri Shapira/i24NEWS , 14:33, 09.10.21

Theater kid turned terrorist stars in Israeli prison break

For nearly two decades, Zakaria Zubeid has been an object of fascination for Israelis and Palestinians alike, progressing from a child actor to a swaggering scarred faced militant and head of West Bank troop promoting 'cultural resistance' to Israeli presence in the region

Associated Press , 14:34, 09.09.21

Abbas-Gantz meeting raises hopes for some Palestinians in West Bank

The Palestinian Authority hails latest understandings reached with Israel as major accomplishments, betting that economic stability will secure its political future some believe PA president Abbas accepts crumbs from Israel in a deal for prosperity in exchange for security

The Media Line , 23:28, 09.07.21

Abraham Accords brought permanent change, temporary relocations

The normalization deal, signed after Rosh Hashanah last year, prompts some North American Jews and even Israelis to relocate to the UAE; not many, however, have made the Gulf state their forever home

Mike Wagenheim/The Media Line , 18:39, 09.07.21

Israel mob killings bond grieving families but divide remains

After losing loved ones during inter-communal unrest earlier this year, Malek Hassuna and Effi Yehoshua find solace in each other and hope to spread a message of coexistence amidst the pain

AFP , 11:10, 09.06.21

Champion of Auschwitz: The boxer who brought hope

Through heavy hunger and back-breaking labor, gifted ringster Tadeusz Pietrzykowski fought dozens of matches at the Nazi death camp, winning himself special privileges he shared with fellow inmates

AFP , 12:43, 09.05.21

'Israel missed opportunity to develop and produce COVID vaccine'

In exclusive interview with Ynet, Prof. Shmuel Shapira who headed Institute for Biological Research, says government bureaucrats, failed leadership and lack of faith foiled Israel's chances to manufacture domestic vaccine, said to be best on market

Sarit Rosenblum , 23:37, 09.04.21

Australian no-holds-barred journalist chronicles covering Israel

Known for her keen assessments and nuance, Greer Fay Cashman's tenure as The Jerusalem Post’s eyes and ears at the President’s Residence had placed her in the front row of the nation’s emerging history

Felice Friedson/The Media Line , 13:58, 09.04.21

Palestinians eagerly await arrival of 4G cellular service

Palestinian cellular providers say launching their own high-speed data services in the West Bank will narrow the technological gap with Israel which has always been a political issue in this part of the world and even the playing field

The Media Line , 08:39, 09.04.21

Israelis who opted for staycation reveal country's tourism hotspots

Nature and Parks Authority say over past summer, some 1.9 million tourists, majority of whom were Israelis, visited nature reserves and national parks across the country; among most popular were Gan HaShlosha National Park, Tal Grove National Park

Gilad Carmeli , 13:56, 09.03.21

Head of Israel's Biological Institute: Our COVID vaccine was sabotaged

Professor Shmuel Shapira says his institute was half way to developing an Israeli made vaccine when the government opted to turn country into Pfizer's experimental laboratory; 'We may not be chosen by the pharma industry next time and must rely on ourselves,' he says

Sarit Rosenblum , 19:13, 08.31.21

Taliban celebrate defeating the United States

Taliban fighters fire weapons into the sky across Kabul in jubilation following U.S. withdrawal; group's spokesman congratulates Afghanistan on victory, says it is 'a lesson for other invaders'

AFP , 11:13, 08.31.21

Israeli model who charmed Real Madrid star

In LaIsha interview, 24-year-old Mishel Gerzig says her boyfriend Thibaut Courtois is 'proud' of her time in Israeli military and can't wait to visit the country; model says the pair starts each Shabbat with Kiddush

Ifat Manhardt , 19:55, 08.29.21

Israeli organization sending private flights to get activists out of Kabul

The Shai Fund says it is working in coordination with the U.S. government to evacuate human rights defenders and other activists who are direct targets of the Taliban, including Christians and LGBTQ+ who are in safehouses that are under threat

The Media Line , 23:37, 08.28.21

The deepening costs of 4 Gaza wars in 13 years, in 4 charts

Palestinian enclave's residents mourn the dead and try to resume life amid the ruins following yet another war, while the population is exceedingly dissatisfied due to never-ending rounds of hostilities with Israel and slim job prospects

Associated Press , 15:10, 08.25.21

Palestinians forge 'grassroots' campaign against wildcat settlement

Growing increasingly frustrated with Israeli presence in West Bank, often-violent protesters say movement not inspired or directed by leading Palestinian factions

AFP , 10:29, 08.25.21

Israel's new U.S. ambassador is more than his family ties

Lineage aside, Brig. Gen. (ret.) Mike Herzog's vast military experience and understanding of threat posed by Iran's nuclear aspirations have made him consensus choice for arguably country's most important diplomatic posting, with Lapid calling him 'exactly the right person' for the job

Marcy Oster/The Media Line , 18:31, 08.21.21

Israel's new black market: Fake COVID passes

Cybersecurity firm sees 25% increase in purchases of forged certificates available for as little as $100, but police say many buyers spend large sums of money on documents that either never materialize or are of such poor quality that they are immediately identified as a fake

Maya Margit/The Media Line , 18:22, 08.20.21

Civil servant's murder again highlights neglect of Arab sector violence

Killing of Sahar Ismail brings focus to disturbing phenomenon that has seen 70 deaths since start of year alone; Knesset study shows young Arab man 21 times more likely to be shot than Jewish contemporaries, Arab men over 25 years are 36 times more likely to be victims of gunfire

Gilad Cohen , 13:52, 08.20.21

Startup nation wooing foreign techies amid industry shortage

Opening door to professionals from abroad will make it easier for smaller companies who have difficulty in recruiting local staff, with efforts focusing on people who qualify for citizenship through Law of Return and Israelis willing to return from careers in other countries

Daniel Sonnenfeld/The Media Line , 09:23, 08.20.21

Blinded by wartime blast, Gaza boy dreams of school

Family claims Mohammed blinded by Israeli missile during latest round of fighting with Hamas; mother hopes child could attend special school for the disabled in the future

AFP , 20:12, 08.17.21

Jordan king meets Palestinian president in attempt to revive Israel talks

Prompted by monarch's recent U.S. visit, Abdullah shares with Abbas 'his impressions and readings' from recent meeting with Biden in bid to initiate trust-building moves

The Media Line , 22:00, 08.16.21

From Middle East to India, women 'violated' in hacks using Israeli technology

Indian advocacy group says women suffer online harassment, under increased threat because leaked data linked to clients of NSO can be used for blackmail

Reuters , 11:31, 08.11.21

Despite calm, Israeli town copes with scars of rocket fire

No place in Israel has been hit harder by Palestinian rockets than Sderot; although Gaza border city enjoys economic revival, generation of children and parents suffer from trauma that experts struggling to understand

Associated Press , 13:21, 08.10.21

Hebron: a state of Its own deals with deadly clan feud

The West Bank city's tribes are large and powerful and their authority exceeds that of the Palestinian Authority, and clan law is seen as very effective in regulating society; their power and influence is not expected to disappear, observers say

Mohammad al-Kassim /The Media Line , 08:45, 08.07.21

Israel's new budget is a boon for Arab sector

Government’s plan promises ‘leap forward’, says expert as NIS 29.5 billion ($9 billion) earmarked for country's minorities, including NIS 21.5 for five-year plan for Arab sector, NIS 3 billion for Druze and Circassian communities and NIS 5 billion for Bedouin population

Daniel Sonnenfeld/The Media Line , 23:31, 08.06.21

Palestinian Authority faces severe financial crunch as bills go unpaid

PA government cannot meet its obligations to contractors and faces struggle to pay workers, and as Israel mulls steps designed to strengthen it economically and donors consider increasing financial aid, the West Bank economic crisis keeps growing, with potentially harsh consequences

Ksenia Svetlova/The Media Line , 09:00, 08.06.21

Shattered by blast, landmark Beirut museum tries to rebuild

One year after the devastating explosion in the Lebanese capital's port, conservators are tirelessly working to rebuild the 60-year-old Sursock Museum, once considered the beating heart of the city's creative scene, after it and the art in contained were decimated in the incident

Associated Press , 11:04, 08.05.21

Evidence of Biblical earthquake unearthed in Jerusalem

Researchers believe they have identified for the first time evidence that an earthquake that struck Israel around 2,800 years ago also struck Jerusalem during the time of the Kingdom of Judah

i24NEWS , 19:51, 08.04.21

'We'll scream our pain': Gaza's first rock band, Osprey V, takes wing

Made up of an accountant, two lawyers, an agronomist and a Swiss humanitarian worker — young music group has high hopes for success despite lack of interest in Western music in conservative Palestinian enclave

Reuters , 17:36, 08.04.21

With anger and sadness, Beirut marks first anniversary of port blast

Year on from explosion that devastated the Mediterranean city, killing over 200 and wounding thousands more, no senior official has been held to account, infuriating many Lebanese as their country endures a crippling financial collapse

Reuters , 15:01, 08.04.21

Decades-old Gaza homes make way for high-rises amid housing crunch

The small and crowded enclave is home to growing population in desperate need of new housing units - in part to replace those destroyed during fighting between Israel and Palestinian terror groups in May's 11-day war

Reuters , 08:31, 08.04.21

Artem Dolgopyat's road to Olympic glory

From his childhood in Ukraine, through his migration to Israel and struggles with the Hebrew language to his podium walk at Tokyo; Ynet takes a look into the extraordinary life of Israel's historic gold medalist

Elyasaf Deuel , 18:04, 08.01.21

'I don't worry about who is Arab and who is Jewish'

While his family is proud of his achievements, a new Muslim member of the Border Police from East Jerusalem returns home in civilian clothes, hoping to avoid confrontation with neighbors who are no fans of the security forces who have often been at the center of clashes

Meir Turgeman , 08:50, 07.31.21

Iran's water shortage protests point to future trouble

While experts agree that Tehran can easily quell demonstrations in southwestern Khuzestan province, they point to long list of grievances, including displacement, government-generated poverty and unemployment, and say the water issue was last straw for Ahwazi minority

Daniel Sonnenfeld/The Media Line , 08:59, 07.30.21

From farm to face, Gaza women create cosmetics from local herbs

With female unemployment at 62% in Hamas-run enclave, internationally funded company uses herbs exclusively from farms run by women to create products such as shampoo and moisturizer, which are sold in 50 stores throughout Gaza

Reuters , 15:44, 07.29.21

A birthday gift: Israeli woman donates kidney to Gaza boy

Idit Harel Segal, a 50-year-old kindergarten teacher from northern Israel, decided to go ahead with the transplant despite fierce resistance from her family, hoping her choice will set an example for others on peace and generosity

Associated Press , 10:33, 07.28.21

Government wants more ultra-Orthodox men to work, but faces pushback

While FinMin Liberman pushes for reforms he believes will force Haredi men into labor market, some warn poor pay is an obstacle to rapid integration as many ultra-Orthodox men have never studied English, math and science

Reuters , 15:57, 07.26.21

Israel must update arms export laws after NSO leak, experts say

Israeli tech company's Pegasus spyware is defined as weapon by Jerusalem, and its sale abroad therefore requires license from Defense Ministry; 2007 legislation made Defense Export Controls Agency (DECA) responsible for screening process all military exports undergo

Daniel Sonnenfeld/The Media Line , 09:13, 07.24.21

Reluctant Ra'am could pose budget headache for Bennett

Islamist party made history by being first Arab party in governing coalition, even if it is not quite marching in lockstep with rest of government; but with PM commanding slimmest possible majority, he cannot afford to censure the four Ra'am MKs whose support he needs to pass budget

Tara Kavaler/The Media Line , 23:46, 07.23.21

PA ready for direct Israel talks, says Abbas confidant

Palestinian Authority Minister Hussein Al-Sheikh, security liaison with Israel and head of dialogue with U.S., discusses current political situation, next steps in jumpstarting Israeli-Palestinian peace process, American role in the conflict and internal security issues

Felice Friedson/The Media Line , 14:01, 07.23.21

Spyware for sale: The booming trade in surveillance tech

With revelations about Israeli-made Pegasus being misused by governments, calls are growing for the spyware industry to face greater regulation, or even a moratorium on off-the-shelf surveillance technology altogether

AFP , 23:30, 07.22.21

War's trauma apparent in portraits of Gazan children

Quiet, reclusive and suffering from night terrors — Hamas-ruled enclave's children struggle to bounce back from horrors of May war but with only one licensed child psychiatrist for Gaza's 1 million children, some could never recover

Associated Press , 21:25, 07.21.21

Target list of Israeli hack-for-hire firm widens

In-depth: Although NSO Group has long been facing accusations of unethical hacking, new bombshell exposé sheds light on the massive scope of the company's information gathering from variety of different targets

Associated Press , 11:39, 07.20.21

U.S.-Iranian delegation making bridge-building visit to Israel

Mission will arrive in Israel as part of U.S.-led 'Cyrus Accords', whose goal is to rekindle the historic ties between Iran and Israel amid Tehran's ongoing calls for Israel’s destruction and its anti-Semitic rhetoric

The Media Line , 17:34, 07.18.21

After war with Israel, a grieving Gaza marks Eid Al-Adha

As the Hamas-controlled enclave continues to recover from the 11-day conflict in May, Palestinians living there find little cause for celebration ahead of the upcoming Muslim festival

Reuters , 13:12, 07.18.21

Vaccine inequity: Inside the cutthroat race to secure doses

As the coronavirus spread across the planet, pharmaceutical companies and countries raced to develop a solution that would help end the pandemic; but with wealth and resources located largely in the West - and a devastating first wave in Europe - the developing world was quickly left behind

Associated Press , 10:25, 07.18.21

Jerusalem conference debates rise of 'new form' of anti-Semitism

Speakers at the international conference warn the new anti-Semitism appears to disguise itself as anti-Zionism, while anti-Semitic incidents spike 75% in the U.S. and 591% in the UK following the 11-day war in Gaza, partly with the help of social media

TheMediaLine , 19:04, 07.17.21

Two months after ceasefire, Gaza’s economy is at its worst

Palestinian economists say the Hamas-controlled enclave cannot develop without first lifting Israeli blockade and reopening border crossings, warning if the economic situation deteriorates further, it would be impossible to predict how Gazans would react

Sanaa Alswerky/The Media Line , 09:39, 07.17.21

Inside Tehran's plot to kidnap Iranian American journalist

Prosecutors say the same network of operatives who tried to kidnap Masih Alinejad for her criticism of Iran's head covering laws, targeted at least 4 other activists in Canada, UK and UAE as part of Tehran's effort to silence activists overseas

Reuters , 13:13, 07.15.21

Gaza cafe complex serves up lessons in recycling alongside drinks

Beachside venue promotes more sustainable way of living in one of the most densely populated places on earth, with patrons volunteering to help pick up litter at the beach in lieu of payment

Reuters , 15:24, 07.13.21

Living with COVID-19: Israel changes strategy as Delta variant hits

Over a month ago, Israel proudly announced the lifting of almost all virus curbs; now, some of them are back and health experts say measures must be much tougher than proposed by Bennett; 'Virus won't stop, it's evolving,' says one professional

Reuters , 08:48, 07.13.21

Why does Mansour Abbas make Arab and Jewish politicians uneasy?

Arab leaders have roundly criticized the Ra'am chairman for negotiating with Lapid and Bennett to become part of the coalition, while right-wing politicians were unhappy with a government that includes an Arab party for the first time; but Abbas says he is choosing pragmatism over ideology

Marcy Oster/The Media Line , 08:45, 07.10.21

Syria village with language of Jesus prepares for returning pilgrims

Before the civil war, Maalula — one of world's oldest Christian communities — drew in thousands of visitors each year coming to see its churches and monasteries and hear its 6,000 inhabitants speak Aramaic before most were forced to flee from Al-Qaeda

AFP , 22:35, 07.08.21

Buckle up: Palestinian twins turn Boeing 707 into restaurant

Two 60-year-old brothers from Nablus purchased the aircraft from Israel in 1999, and have been working tirelessly for two decades to turn the delipidated plane into a one-of-a-kind eatery for residents of the West Bank

AFP , 09:35, 07.08.21

Jerusalem’s Biblical Zoo marks 20 years of animal therapy

Program provides both adults and children with special needs and disabilities from all different backgrounds a warm and loving experience among the zoo's variety of creatures

TPS , 21:34, 07.07.21

7 years, 5 elections and 1 sneaky walkabout

President Reuven Rivlin ends a tumultuous term that included political crisis, war and pandemic while he stood in the eye of the storm to defend democracy and bridge growing societal gaps; Shin Bet pays tribute to departing leader by revealing his disguise for a covert outing in public

Itamar Eichner , 12:37, 07.07.21

On grim July 4, Surfside locals find solace in community

Shul of Bal Harbour congregant says dedication of volunteers to search in rubble of collapsed Florida apartment block makes neighborhood special; local rabbi says this year the national holiday is more about human goodness during painful times and the importance of kindness

Reuters , 16:46, 07.04.21

Rebel-held Syria shifts power — towards solar

Dark blue silicon panels have become common in rebel areas, where decade-long civil war wrought gas shortages and price hikes, leaving residents with little hope of state-provided electricity

AFP , 14:19, 07.04.21

Rivlin’s U.S. visit more business trip than farewell tour

Analysis: While touted as final foreign jaunt by a popular departing president, the three-day visit was in truth part of blitz of government, military and intelligence officials looking to persuade Biden on Iran and included discussions at the highest levels on issues such as Gaza and a bipartisan reset of ties

Mike Wagenheim/The Media Line , 23:55, 07.02.21

Talking straight: Israeli-Palestinian duo promote coexistence by being blunt

Palestinian rapper Sameh Zakout and Jewish Israeli educator Uriya Rosenman spew racist remarks at each other in viral video acting as mirror to Israeli society, hoping to promote message of truth and reconciliation

Keren Setton/The Media Line , 19:57, 07.02.21

Palestinian journalists find themselves on front line of battle with PA

In wake of violent response to coverage of Nizar Banat's death in custody, dozens of journalists demonstrate outside office of UN High Commissioner in Ramallah, demanding urgent intervention and letter asking him to take a stand to stop attacks that have so far affected at least 30 colleagues

Mohammad al-Kassim/The Media Line , 09:50, 07.02.21

Bedouin lawmaker seeks change through new Israeli government

Saeed Alkhrumi from the Islamist Ra'am party says government plans to relocate Bedouins from illegally constructed villages to newly-established towns is as attempt to disenfranchise them from traditional way of life

Associated Press , 11:39, 07.01.21

Activist fears Palestinian Authority's bid to 'silence' dissent

Fellow critic of Abbas and a friend of activist Nizar Bahat, who died while in custody of Palestinian police, says he will not be silenced by PA officials, who he claims are acting as subcontractors of Israel

AFP , 15:11, 06.30.21

Israeli commander describes harrowing Florida condo rescue operation

National Rescue Unit say they studied the structure of Champlain Tower South while still in Israel and built 3D models and replicated the manner in which the building collapsed to get the first responders to understand where to search

Reuters , 09:29, 06.30.21

Hamas rows over aid, Israeli prisoners holds up Gaza reconstruction

Israel refuses to allow funds, fearing money will be used to further arm terror groups in Strip; Hamas believed to be holding bodies of two fallen IDF soldiers, keeping two Israeli nationals hostage for more than six years

Reuters , 14:16, 06.28.21

Why are Palestinians protesting against Abbas?

Explainer: Death in custody of outspoken Palestinian Authority critic Nizar Binat is latest in long line of grievances against the PA, which many Palestinians see as corrupt, while the security forces have been dispatched to the streets to often violently disperse the protests

Associated Press , 12:27, 06.28.21

Israel's post-pandemic recovery leaving disabled workers behind

People with disabilities who were furloughed during the coronavirus outbreak are facing almost insurmountable challenges to find employment as the end to their furlough benefits looms; 'We are once again witnessing ugly exclusion of disabled people,' says advocacy group

Hadar Gil-Ad , 18:55, 06.26.21

Evangelical support for Israel falling, study shows

Early 2021 poll by University of North Carolina finds just 33% of young evangelicals support Israel, compared to 69% in 2018; recent comments by ex-ambassador to U.S. Ron Dermer that Israel should prioritize evangelicals over Americans Jews may simply not be relevant anymore

Keren Setton/The Media Line , 13:59, 06.26.21

Young Arab influencers find common ground with Israelis

Despite delay due to Gaza fighting, social media stars from Abraham Accord countries visit Israel to act as emissaries for peace; 'We want to make things better in the present time,' says ,” says Saoud Saqer from Abu Dhabi, who believes the trip helped him become better informed

Tara Kavaler/The Media Line , 19:17, 06.25.21

Group offers haven for LGBTQ+ youths in Haredi and Arab sectors

IGY says new secret support groups in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh live up to its mission to empower young members of the community; 'We decided to extend our activities in communities that have historically regarded homosexuality as taboo,' says organization's CEO Ofer Neumann

Yuval Karni , 09:25, 06.25.21

Tires, fires, lasers: Palestinians smoke out settlers in West Bank

Residents of Palestinian town of Beita hold nighttime protests to keep those living in Eviatar outpost awake in effort to force them to relocate, claiming the settlers 'will not stay in our land'; one of the outpost's founders says 'kids are coughing, getting sick'

AFP , 10:03, 06.24.21

Israelis opt to volunterily use face masks as COVID resurges

While the majority of Israelis are waiting for officials to reinstate the mandate before putting on their masks back on, there are those who are worried that the recent uptick in COVID cases might lead to another mass infection wave

Ynet , 23:35, 06.23.21

Israeli scientists at forefront of mRNA vaccination revolution

While crucial in the development of the first effective COVID-19 vaccines, Israeli immunology researcher Prof. David Naor's research found that mRNA could also help treat autoimmune diseases as well as cancer

i24NEWS , 17:32, 06.22.21

Israel's Bedouin skeptical of new government promises

After repeated razing of illegal Bedouin villages during Netanyahu's 12-year rule, the sector remains skeptical of Bennett coalition's promises to freeze further demolitions and officially recognize Bedouin settlements, most of which are in the Negev

AFP , 13:01, 06.21.21

New leaders, new era: U.S.-Israel ties at crossroads

The Israeli government sworn in last week says it wants to repair relations with Democrats and restore bipartisan support for the country, while Biden moves to reverse Netanyahu-backed Trump policies that alienated the Palestinians and caused a near-total rupture in official contacts

Associated Press , 20:54, 06.20.21

'Police must do something before we are all dead'

In just one day, the Arab sector suffered an assassination attempt caught on CCTV, the shooting of a local official, a brawl that ended in a stabbing and gunfire at a residential home; Ra'am made tackling this violence a priority when joining new coalition, but community is cautious on its success

Hassan Shaalan , 19:22, 06.18.21

Money row threatening Egyptian mediation between Hamas, Israel

Sides disagree over who should control international aid, aiming to keep terror groups from using it to rebuild military infrastructure after May 2021 conflict, while Jerusalem also insists progress on prisoner swap be condition for funding and materials needed for reconstruction of Gaza

Mohammed al-Kassim/The Media Line , 10:13, 06.18.21

Sidelined ultra-Orthodox parties fear new government

Haredi lawmakers worry Lapid-Bennett coalition will push for changes in religion and state affairs such as cutting subsidies to yeshivas, not exempting Haredim from military service and appointing a state inquiry into Meron disaster

AFP , 10:35, 06.17.21

Netanyahu defeat brings relief, if no policy shift, for Biden

Unseating of hawkish right-winger brings sigh of relief to many in the White House, but the shift could be more about tone than substance as the new Israeli government is unlikely to take a different view on Iran and the Palestinian issue

AFP , 17:14, 06.15.21

'Who is Bennett?' Arab media enthralled by Israel's change of guard

Arab news outlets cover extensively Yamina chief's accession to power, ending former mentor Netanyahu's long grasp over Israeli politics, and voice skepticism of far-right leader and alliance with Islamist Abbas

Liad Osmo , 20:23, 06.14.21

Palestinians wary Israel’s new gov’t ‘more extreme than one it replaces’

No hope for positive change under Bennett, experts say, determining incoming premier must cater to far-right and kick Palestinian issue into the long grass to ensure longevity of his administration

Mohammad al-Kassim/The Media Line , 18:55, 06.14.21

Who's who in Israel's new patchwork coalition government

The coalition spans the far-left to the far-right and is expected to focus mostly on economic and social issues rather than risk exposing internal rifts by trying to address major diplomatic issues such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Reuters , 21:05, 06.13.21

Bennett: From tech millionaire to prime minister

The hard-right Yamina leader shares ideology with Netanyahu, having served in several of his governments, but in recent years tensions between the two intensified, with the outgoing PM making little effort to hide his disdain for former protégé

AFP , 14:39, 06.13.21

From face of Israel to belligerent opposition leader

After 12 years of ruling over Israeli politics, Benjamin Netanyahu inspires both ardent adoration and profound disgust in a country that has become deeply divided during his tenure; even so, his place in history is secure

News Agencies , 11:35, 06.13.21

A new government to end Israel's political impasse

In-depth: With coalition agreements signed and ministerial appointments finalized, Knesset will Sunday to elect new parliament speaker to preside over vote to approve new government led first by Naftali Bennett and later by Yair Lapid

Moran Azulay , 10:02, 06.13.21

‘We invest in defending our citizens; I wish Palestinian leaders would do same’

Q&A: Foreign Ministry spokesman Lior Haiat offers a diplomat's perspective on the 11-day conflict waged last month between Israel and the terror groups in Gaza, the social media response and the reaction around the world

Felice Friedson/The Media Line , 19:17, 06.12.21

Marble bases and bombs: Ex-Mossad chief hints at Israeli ops to thwart Iran nukes

Going against a long-standing practice of secrecy involving spy agency's activities, Cohen describes Israeli effort to dissuade Iranian scientists from taking part in nuclear program, discusses operation to seize thousands of archival documents from Islamic Republic's military atomic program

Associated Press , 13:59, 06.12.21

Al Jazeera is a network that makes the news

Qatari outlet is boycotted in many Arab countries, including Jordan, Egypt and Gulf states but welcomed in Iran, Syria and Lebanon; despite its confrontational approach to guests from Israel, it hosts many officials including the PM in waiting

Smadar Perry , 08:42, 06.12.21

Time for negotiating with Iran is over, Israeli analysts warn

As Blinken says it 'remains unclear' whether Tehran even wishes to return to 2015 nuclear deal, experts say West should consider imposing tighter sanctions on Islamic Republic given that policy of 'appeasement' has proven fruitless

Maya Margit/The Media Line , 13:47, 06.11.21

In the belly of the whale: Israeli sub simulates strike

Submerged off the coast of Israel and almost completely cut off from the outside world, the crew of the navy submarine Leviathan patrol the country's territorial waters and ready to defend it from any threat

Reuters , 13:43, 06.10.21

Biden embraces Trump policy in backing Arab-Israeli deals

Officials in Washington see significant prospects with several other Arab governments in normalizing relations with Israel, with former envoy to Jerusalem Dan Shapiro reportedly to spreadhead these efforts

Associated Press , 09:29, 06.10.21

Estranged wife of Palestinian terror suspect fights to prevent house demolition

Sanaa Shalaby, whose husband is believed to have carried out deadly drive-by shooting last month, says he lives in U.S. and only visits his children in the West Bank once a year, claims she knew nothing about attack until IDF raided her home

Associated Press , 12:56, 06.07.21