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After oil spill, Israel’s fishermen net catch despite ban

After oil spill, Israel’s fishermen net catch despite ban

Fishermen from coastal Arab village, already feeling pains of pandemic’s economic fallout, continue to go out to sea, dismissing government and scientific advice; ‘Fish do… Read More ›

Bahrain crown prince calls Netanyahu regarding US-Iran nuclear talks

Bahrain crown prince calls Netanyahu regarding US-Iran nuclear talks

Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa speaks with Israeli PM, says negotiations with Tehran should ‘include broader issues’; Netanyahu once again invited to visit kingdom when… Read More ›

COVID vaccine prevents 57% of symptomatic cases after 1st dose – Clalit

COVID vaccine prevents 57% of symptomatic cases after 1st dose – Clalit

The study, which evaluated over one million patients, is one of the first to analyze the effectiveness of the vaccine on such a large scale.… Read More ›

For the sake of freedom, stay home this Purim

For the sake of freedom, stay home this Purim

Opinion: We have to remember that this holiday, which is effectively a three-day party, is a potential hotbed for infections; we must restrain ourselves if… Read More ›

Israel bans sale of all seafood from Mediterranean after massive oil spill

Israel bans sale of all seafood from Mediterranean after massive oil spill

Ruling, taken as a precautionary measure, goes into effect immediately and will last until further notice   The Health Ministry on Wednesday barred the sale… Read More ›

UN: Questions over whether Iran’s shooting down of Ukrainian plane intentional

UN: Questions over whether Iran’s shooting down of Ukrainian plane intentional

All 176 people on board were killed, 138 of whom had ties to Canada.   Inconsistencies in the Iran government’s explanation of the shooting down… Read More ›

Israel’s leaders must stop their coronavirus blame game

Israel’s leaders must stop their coronavirus blame game

Opinion: Every Israeli sector has been accused of culpability for the spread of coronavirus, from the Haredi community that won’t abide by health measures to… Read More ›

Israeli, Saudi officials discuss Biden’s planned return to Iran nuke deal — TV

Israeli, Saudi officials discuss Biden’s planned return to Iran nuke deal — TV

Israel’s public broadcaster says recent phone calls also touched on Riyadh’s concerns over new US administration’s focus on alleged Saudi rights violations   Senior Israeli… Read More ›

Blinken to Ashkenazi: US opposed to bias against Israel in intern’l forums

Blinken to Ashkenazi: US opposed to bias against Israel in intern’l forums

Blinken pledged his support to a two-state resolution.   America is opposed to the biased treatment Israel receives in international forums, US Secretary of State… Read More ›

Our woman in Damascus

Our woman in Damascus

Opinion: The latest prisoner swap raises the question of how much Israel’s citizens are responsible for their own actions and whether the government should intervene;… Read More ›

Khamenei: If we wanted nukes, nobody, including ‘Zionist clown,’ could stop us

Khamenei: If we wanted nukes, nobody, including ‘Zionist clown,’ could stop us

Iran’s leader also warns it may enrich uranium to 60%, as it steps further away from nuclear deal; top US diplomat says DC willing to… Read More ›

Israeli supply of Pfizer vaccines reportedly coming to an end

Israeli supply of Pfizer vaccines reportedly coming to an end

According to a senior health fund official, the Pfizer deal was for 10 million vaccines – enough to inoculate 5 million people.   The Health… Read More ›

Israel must have a role in new Iran nuclear talks

Israel must have a role in new Iran nuclear talks

Opinion: Despite Netanyahu’s support for his political rivals, Biden does not hold grudges and is a friend to Israel who understands its security concerns and… Read More ›

UN nuclear chief concedes Iran to grant ‘less access’ to inspectors at its sites

UN nuclear chief concedes Iran to grant ‘less access’ to inspectors at its sites

After meeting with officials in Tehran, IAEA head says watchdog will continue necessary monitoring and verification of Iranian program   The head of the United… Read More ›

Itamar Ben-Gvir is neither religious nor a Zionist

Itamar Ben-Gvir is neither religious nor a Zionist

Opinion: Religious Zionists believe one can fight for Jews’ rights to the land while recognizing modern social and universal processes, and comprehend that Jewish faith… Read More ›

‘Green Pass’ site crashes even as Netanyahu urges Israel to adopt reopening plan

‘Green Pass’ site crashes even as Netanyahu urges Israel to adopt reopening plan

Health Ministry site to issue pass remains down hours before new system set to start; pass will give vaccinated and recovered Israelis access to sport,… Read More ›

Coronavirus: Sheba says Pfizer vaccine 75% effective after one dose

Coronavirus: Sheba says Pfizer vaccine 75% effective after one dose

“This is the first study assessing effectiveness of a single vaccine dose in real life conditions and shows early effectiveness, even before the second dose… Read More ›

Relationship between Haredim, non-Haredi Jews at breaking point

Relationship between Haredim, non-Haredi Jews at breaking point

In-depth: Pandemic exacerbates long-existing tensions that, according to one expert, can only be quieted through political resolution with leaders abandoning personal and sectoral interests for… Read More ›

Israeli woman who crossed into Syria returns to Israel on flight from Moscow

Israeli woman who crossed into Syria returns to Israel on flight from Moscow

Civilian who had been held by Syrian regime arrives in Tel Aviv after Israel frees 2 shepherds it nabbed at border; Netanyahu thanks Putin for… Read More ›

Bringing the IDF into the 21st century, at last

Bringing the IDF into the 21st century, at last

Analysis: While the years-long delay in making decisions on military procurement constitutes a security scandal, the hard-won approval for recommendations put forward by the military… Read More ›