Religious Institutions Targeted in Acts of Arson Across Israel
Firefighters were called early Sunday morning to two rabbinical courts in central Israel and to two religious councils following fires and incidents of attempted arson.
Chinese Ambassador to Israel Found Dead in His Home
Du Wei, Ambassador of China to Israel, was found on Sunday without vital signs in his apartment in Herzliya. The ambassador, 58, was married with a son, but his wife and son are not in the country with him.
Terror Attack Thwarted Near Jerusalem
IDF soldiers thwarted a terrorist attack near Abu Dis, east of Jerusalem, on Friday evening. The soldiers opened fire towards three terrorists who threw an explosive device and firebombs toward an IDF checkpoint in the area.
Soldiers at the scene of an attack.
Ramming Attack in Har Hevron Area
A ramming attack took place near Negohot in the Har Hevron area. Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics are administering first aid to a 21 year old soldier who was moderately injured in the attack.
Attempted Terror Attack North of Jerusalem
A Palestinian Arab terrorist attempted to stab Israeli security forces outside of Jerusalem Tuesday afternoon, but was shot and neutralized before carrying out the attack.
IDF Soldier Killed in Stone-Throwing Attack in Samaria
An Israeli soldier was killed Tuesday morning in a stone-throwing attack in northern Samaria. Ben Yigal was a member of the Israeli army’s Golani Brigade and was posthumously promoted to the rank of Chief Sergeant.
Rare Coin From Bar-Kokhba Revolt Unearthed Near the Temple Mount in Jerusalem
In honor of Lag B’Omer, the Israel Antiquities Authority on Monday revealed a rare bronze coin from the period of the Bar Kokhba revolt (circa 132 CE), which was discovered in archaeological excavations.
Two Earthquakes in Israel Felt Within One Hour
Two earthquakes shook northern Israel on Monday morning within an hour of each other. The first quake measured 3.2 on the Richter scale, and the second quake measured 2.7.
Intel Purchases Israeli Startup Moovit
ntel said on Monday that it has purchased Israeli urban mobility startup Moovit for $900 million. The California-based chipmaker said the purchase is part of its plan to become a “complete mobility provider.”
Restrictions on Businesses Eased In Israel, Synagogues Expected to Reopen
The Israeli cabinet voted Monday night to ease a number of emergency restrictions on public activity, following a decline in the spread of the coronavirus in Israel. The changes will effect synagogues, businesses, and public attractions.
Stabbing Attack in Kfar Saba, One Seriously Injured
A terrorist stabbing attack has been reported in the central Israeli city of Kfar Saba Tuesday afternoon. A sixty-two-year-old woman was wounded in the stabbing, and is said to be in serious condition.
Terror Plot Targeting Jerusalem’s Teddy Stadium Foiled
Israeli security forces have broken up a terrorist cell suspected of plotting a series of major terror attacks on civilian and military targets in Jerusalem and Samaria. Targets included Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem and IDF positions in the Binyamin District of Samaria
Terrorist Rams Car Into Police Officer Near Jerusalem, Terrorist Neutralized
A terrorist attack was reported east of Jerusalem Wednesday morning. The attack was a combination ramming and stabbing attack, with an explosive device found at the scene of the attack.
Unity Agreement Signed, National Unity Government to be Formed In Israel
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz signed an agreement to form a unity government Monday evening, ending the political deadlock which prevented the formation of a coalition and led to three elections in less than a year.
Israel to Loosen Coronavirus Restrictions
The Israeli cabinet voted overnight to loosen some restrictions placed on the economy in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic, doubling the number of Israeli workers permitted to leave home for work, and allowing public prayer.
Chabad Shlucha To Light Torch at Annual Memorial Day Ceremony In Israel
Hani Lifshitz, Shlucha to Katmandu, Nepal, she has been chosen to light a torch at the annual ceremony closing Memorial Day events and opening the 72nd Independence Day of the State of Israel.
Emergency Flight to Bring Israelis Home Stranded in Argentina
The Israeli embassy in Argentina is trying to find enough passengers for a flight that with 60 passengers would bring Israelis currently stranded in the country back home on Saturday.
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