Apr 11, 2022
2nd Israeli astronaut launched into space
Former IDF fighter pilot Eytan Stibbe is participating in a 10-day mission at the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Ax-1 crew, led by the Ramon Foundation in…
Apr 08, 2022
Major terror attacks in Tel Aviv
Three Israelis were murdered and at least 13 others wounded by a Palestinian gunman in the central city last night. By Erin Viner [This article has been updated to reflect…
Apr 08, 2022
Israel supports suspension of Russia from UNHRC
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) suspended Russia from its Human Rights Council (UNHRC) over reports of "gross and systematic violations and abuses of human rights" in Ukraine, in a…
Apr 07, 2022
Bennett gov’t loses parliamentary majority
The ruling coalition of Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett lost his razor-thin majority in the Knesset following the resignation of a lawmaker from his nationalist Yamina ("Rightward") party. By Erin…
Apr 07, 2022
COGAT okays Palestinian entry for Ramadan amid tensions
The Head of the Unit for Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) announced authorization for Palestinians to enter Israel for worship at Jerusalem’s Temple Mount for Friday prayers…
Apr 07, 2022
Lapid, Gantz brief 80 envoys on diplomatic/security situation
The presentation by Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid and Defense Minister Benny Gantz for the foreign ambassadors serving in the country comes against the backdrop of a wave of terror.…
Apr 06, 2022
Bennett vows to defeat terrorism
“We are not stopping life” and “the secret of our strength is mutual responsibility” in “thwarting many terrorist initiatives,” said Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett. By Erin Viner Speaking after…
Apr 06, 2022
Israeli, Greek & Cypriot FMs hold tripartite talks
There is renewed focus on cooperation by the three countries on natural gas pipeline projects to relieve European energy dependency on Russia in the wake of the war in Ukraine.…
Apr 06, 2022
IAI supplies SATCOM terminals for Western fighter jets
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has announced the completion of the delivery of dozens of SATCOM (Satellite Communication) terminals with a conformal electronically-steered antenna for fighter aircraft. By Erin Viner SATCOM terminals…
Apr 05, 2022
Israel, UAE complete historic FTA
Jerusalem and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have completed negotiations on a major bilateral free trade agreement (FTA). By Erin Viner "This is an important moment in relations between the…