Israel Cuts Ties with Numerous UN Agencies Over Policy Disputes
Israel severs ties with UN Alliance of Civilizations, UN Energy, and Global Forum on Migration over policy disputes. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar orders review.
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PM spoke with freed Venezuelan prisoner
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Yaakov Harari, 72, freed from Venezuelan prison after over a year, as his daughters thanked Israel for his return.
President Isaac Herzog Meets Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu
Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu in Jerusalem to discuss implementing the Peace Plan in Gaza and.
Winter Storm in Israel Claims Life, Floods Roads and Traps Drivers
A severe winter storm in Israel claimed one life, flooding roads, trapping drivers, and causing widespread damage across the country on Tuesday.
Israel Charts First-Ever Roadmap to Accelerate Government Innovation
Israel unveils its first government innovation roadmap, aiming to boost public service efficiency by connecting initiatives and removing systemic barriers.
Flooding and High Winds Disrupt Roads and Flights as Storm Sweeps Israel
Flooding and high winds from a powerful winter storm disrupt Israel on January 13, causing traffic chaos and flight delays. Jerusalem saw 41mm of rain.
Israel’s Banking Competition Reform Moves Forward
Israel's banking competition reform, designed to lower interest rates for SMEs and households, advances with legislative committee approval. This key initiative.
Foreign workers up, construction expands
Israel welcomes a record 73,000 foreign workers, fueling construction sector expansion. Efforts to accelerate building and shorten project timelines are.
Major Dairy Reform: Farmers to Be Allowed to Sell Their Dairy Production Quotas
Israel's Ministry of Finance launches a major dairy reform, allowing farms to sell production quotas worth over ₪1 billion ($320M). This offers farmers.
Israel Braces for Severe Windstorm and Flash Flooding
Israel issues red alert for a severe windstorm and flash flooding. Gusts up to 110 km/h and over 100mm of rain threaten cities, Judean Desert, and Dead Sea.