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Meghan Markle's father investigated over alleged possession of child pornography

Thomas Markle Jr. says he found hundreds of suspected child abuse images among his 82-year-old father's belongings in the Philippines and alerted police and the FBI; The Sun reports an investigation, while Meghan's representatives declined comment

ynet Global | 10.23.26

ג׳ון ריי דליסאי, מוליב ויסנטה ומריאל איה - נאבקים על גיוסם לצה"ל

‘This is my country’: Israel-born children of Filipino migrants fight for right to join IDF

As the military faces a severe manpower shortage, dozens of young adults born and raised in Israel are petitioning the High Court for permission to enlist, saying Oct. 7 only strengthened their determination to serve

Gal Ganot | 09.28.26

מריסל מקיפיי עובדת זרה סיעודית אזרחית פיליפינים פיליפינית שרדה את טבח 7 באוקטובר עם ברוך בו היא טיפלה ב קיבוץ בארי מנסה לחזור חזרה לארץ לאחר שהארכת השהייה שלה בוטלה וגורשה מישראל

‘I felt like I was back on Oct. 7’: Israel deports Filipina caregiver who survived Be’eri massacre

Maricel Macipay survived nearly a day in a safe room during the Hamas attack, but was detained after her visa expired while an extension request was still being handled; now back in the Philippines, those supporting her say her trauma is worsening

Shira Kadri-Ovadia | 09.27.26

11 בספטמבר מהומות גואטמלה סיטי בעקבות מחסור דלק נפט

Burning tires, empty pumps: $100 oil sparks global unrest as Iran war drags on

From mass protests in Syria and fishermen blocking French fuel depots to shortages across Asia, governments face a growing choice between passing soaring energy costs to consumers or taking on more debt to shield them

ynet, News Agencies | 09.17.26

מים צלולים וחול לבן. ברוכים הבאים לפיליפינים

Arkia launches direct Tel Aviv-Manila flights, beating El Al to the Philippines

Arkia will begin weekly nonstop flights to Manila on January 3, 2027, using a wide-body Airbus A330, with economy fares starting at $750 one way; the seasonal route gives it a head start over El Al, which has announced Manila plans but no launch date

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 09.08.26

שרון ונדב קיפניס וג'ובל ובנה ביחד עם שרון ונדב קיפניס

Widow of Oct. 7 victim denied entry to Israel: 'Callousness and lack of sensitivity'

Jovel Castellvi was nine months pregnant when her husband Paul was murdered on Oct. 7 alongside his patient, Eviatar Kipnis; now in the Philippines, she seeks to attend Kipnis’ son’s wedding, but Israel has denied her entry request

Ilana Curiel | 08.12.26

עימות אלים - נוסע אמריקני קרא "היטלר צדק" לעבר נוסע ישראלי

‘Baby killer, Hitler was right’: Israeli and American trade punches at Manila airport

Israeli traveler says 54-year-old American called him a ‘Jewish baby killer’ and praised Hitler; American says he was attacked without provocation, with both men now under investigation

ynet | 08.09.26

Watch: Chinese coast guard hits Philippine sailor in South China Sea clash

Video shows Chinese personnel striking at Philippine sailors near a disputed outpost as both sides trade blame, diplomats are summoned and fears grow that a future escalation could test Manila’s defense treaty with Washington

News Agencies | 07.21.26

Israelis detained in Malaysia during layovers after relying on AI for travel advice

Eight travelers held at Kuala Lumpur airport after chatbot advice suggested route was viable; some were jailed and deported, others freed after Israeli diplomatic intervention; Israeli ambassador says detentions based solely on nationality

Itamar Eichner | 03.26.26

The airlift to the East: hottest destinations for escaping the Israeli winter

With direct flights, connections, vacation packages and organized tours, winter travel to the Far East is more accessible than ever, with warm-weather destinations and a wide range of price

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 01.07.26

אוסטרליה מחבל מ סידני נאביד אכרם כפי ש תועד ב דבאו פיליפינים מצלמת אבטחה

Australian police: Bondi terrorists acted alone, did not train in the Philippines

Father and son behind Hannukah massacre had no links to terror cells or extremist training in the Philippines, investigators say; though Islamic State flag found in their car, no operational ties to Islamist group confirmed

ynet, news agencies | 12.30.25

שורד השבי ג'ימי גאלינור פאצ'קו בלידת ביתו

Former Hamas hostage from the Philippines names newborn daughter 'Israela' in tribute to slain employer

Jimmy Pacheco, a Filipino caregiver kidnapped from Nir Oz and later freed by Hamas, named his newborn daughter Israela—honoring Israel and his murdered employer, 80-year-old Amitai Ben Zvi, whom hetook care of for years

Lihi Gordon | 07.30.25

Philippines ties Israeli arms deals to recognition in South China Sea dispute

Israeli defense firms face stalled deals as the Philippines pushes for political backing in its maritime dispute with China; despite close military ties, Jerusalem’s refusal to take sides is straining a relationship worth hundreds of millions annually

Calcalist | 05.20.25

Israel-Philippines relations flourish with arms deals and tourism pact

Israel Shipyards delivers Shaldag-class patrol boat to Philippine Navy, marking significant step in growing ties between the two nations

Itamar Eichner | 12.04.24

Israel and the Philippines, strategic interests and common values

October 7 Hamas attack have deepened Philippines-Israel ties, including Filipino President Marcos siding with Israel from the jump; Cooperation expands in defense, agriculture, and technology, despite Philippines' diverse internal opinions and ongoing regional security concerns with China

Greppi | 09.21.24

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