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Israel / Politics / News Briefs / Europe

Greek President in Jerusalem to Mark 25 Years of Israel-Greece Relations

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem awarded an honorary doctorate to the president of Greece.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Report: Elon Musk Secretly Visits Jerusalem to See Israeli Self-Driving Car Technology

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Musk secretly visited Israel a few weeks ago to view a demonstration of futuristic Israeli innovations in self-driving car technology.

News Briefs / Business and Economy / Judea & Samaria / Science and Tech / Settlements

Founder of Work-Sharing Hub in Gush Etzion: “If We Build It, They Will Come”

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Welcome to Hub Etzion, the first-ever work-sharing space in its region for Israel’s booming high-tech sector...

Government / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Health and Medicine / Science and Tech / China

Israel and China Commit to Completing Free-Trade Agreement

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A free-trade agreement between Israel and China may double the total value of traded goods between both countries, which currently stands at $8 billion.

Politics / Government / News Briefs / China

Chinese Vice Premier to Rivlin: 'We Take Israel Seriously'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“Israel is an important country in the Middle East and is unique in in its region,” Liu said.

Terrorism / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Jerusalem / The Temple Mount / Israeli Arabs

Muslim Cleric Convicted for Preaching: “Time to Slaughter the Jews” on Temple Mount

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Judge Herbst said that “when I look at the defendant, I see a human, and it is a great shame that when he looks at me, he sees an ape or a pig, destined to be mercilessly exterminated.”

Israel / News Briefs / Archaeology

Colorful Mosaic Uncovered in Unique Byzantine Church in Gush Etzion

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The newly discovered mosaic indicates that the church was originally built in the fourth century.

Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Science and Tech

Israeli Company Helps FBI Break Apple Security

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Justice Department announced that it may no longer need Apple’s cooperation since “an outside party had demonstrated a way for the FBI to possibly unlock the phone.”

Israel / US / Politics / News Briefs

Netanyahu to AIPAC: UN Security Council Resolution Could “Kill the Chances of Peace”

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Why would anyone think that the UN could decide a fair and secure peace for Israel?

News Briefs / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

Arab Faction Head Sanctioned by Knesset Committee

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Odeh defended his remarks, claiming that he and other Arab Knesset members had been called “terrorists” and “Hamas representatives” in the past without sanction.

Terrorism / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

How PA Arabs Produce Guns Out Of Home Appliances

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Terrorists are using everyday materials to produce guns used to perpetrate attacks against Israelis.

News Briefs / Jerusalem / Archaeology

American Tourist Sneaks Into Ancient Jerusalem Cave for Private Treasure Hunt and Finds...

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

When workers opened the cave the next morning, they found the intruder covered in mud and dust, carrying archaeological finds in his bag.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Government / The Knesset

Israeli Lawmaker Defends Bill to Deport Terrorists’ Families

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The bill is considered contentious by some who argue that it constitutes a contravention of international law.

Terrorism / Politics / Government / News Briefs / The Knesset / Jerusalem

Liberman: 'Netanyahu and Yaalon Are Bad for the Security of Israel'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Once again, Liberman criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon in their handling of the wave of terror attacks.

Terrorism / Israel / News Briefs

Jaffa “Guitar Hero” Slams Instrument on Terrorist, Saves Life

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

'I didn’t have many options. I only had the guitar at hand, and that’s what I used,' Montgomery said.

Politics / Government / News Briefs / The Knesset

MK Avigdor Lieberman: Build In Ma’ale Adumim, We Will Join Coalition

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Lieberman said he would be willing to join the coalition if the government agreed to the construction of 2,000 housing units in the city of Ma’ale Adumim.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Eye on "Palestine" / The Courts / News Briefs / Israeli Arabs

International Law Expert Says Netanyahu’s Request To Deport Families of Terrorists May Be Permissible

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu wrote, “I believe that use of the deportation tool will significantly decrease the amount of terror attacks against the State of Israel and its citizens.”

Israel / UK / News Briefs

British Parliamentarians: Seeing Israel Is a Must

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“Visiting Israel is a learning opportunity, where you’re not simply reading about what’s going on on a piece of paper but seeing what exactly is going on,” Lord Navnit Dholakia, deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats in the House of Lords, told TPS.

Israel / Syria / News Briefs

Netanyahu: Israel Cautiously Welcomes Ceasefire in Syria

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu stressed, 'Any settlement in Syria must include an end to Iranian aggression against Israel from Syrian territory.'

Israel / News Briefs / Egypt

Egyptian Ambassador Returns To Israel After Three Year Withdrawal

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The occasion marks a significant thaw in three years of icy diplomatic relations between Israel and Egypt under former Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi.

IDF & Security / News Briefs / Obituaries

Mourners Remember Eliav Gellman HY"D

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“Every free minute that he had from the army when he was still a soldier he would spend with his family and children... he would be outside with his children on the bike, or playing basketball or football. He truly gave all his time to his family.”

News Briefs / Aliyah / Geulah / South America

Israeli Government Pledges To Invest Over One Million Shekels in Encouraging Brazilian Aliyah

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The money will also go towards encouraging aliyah, provide preparatory aliyah seminars, and finding full-time employment for new immigrants prior to their move to Israel.

Terrorism / Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Rahat Stabber Arrested

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

On February 6, the terrorist stabbed a 65-year-old Jewish shopper in the Bedouin town of Rahat.

Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Why Israel’s Roads Are Becoming Increasingly Dangerous

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) has released data indicating that the rate of road accidents in Israel remains high even after an apparent slight decrease over a limited period.

Government / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Boycott / BDS

Strategic Affairs Minister: Fight Against BDS About To Become a “Whole New Ball Game”.

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Calling for “cautious optimism,” Erdan went on to share several methods being developed that are designed to counter BDS activities.

Israel / News Briefs / Sports

Israeli City of Eilat To Host World Windsurfing Championships

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

For the first time, Israel will host the RS:X World Windsurfing Championships, as 143 of the world’s top athletes converge Monday on the southern resort city of Eilat.

Terrorism / News Briefs / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

Arab MK Describes Terrorists As “Precious Sons”

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

One of the three Arab MKs who visited the families of terrorists last Tuesday attempted to justify the actions of the terrorists on Palestinian television yesterday.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

Palestinian Security Services Represent Sophisticated Threat Against Israelis in Recent Intifada

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The IDF has confirmed that six attacks have been committed by PSS members since the start of the Knife Intifada four months ago.

Middle East / Levant / Druze / US / News Briefs / The Knesset

‘The US is Preventing Israel From Joining Sunni Coalition’ Says Government Official

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“The US is ignoring and not helping with steps to bring our countries together, and I think this in itself is a method of preventing Israel from joining the Saudi coalition,” explained Kara.

Israel / News Briefs / Health and Medicine

Israeli Research Into Zika Virus Contradicts World Health Organization Findings

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Research led by Haifa University indicates that the relevant factor associated with the virus is in fact the wave of exceptionally hot and dry conditions, which have reached record levels in the latter half of 2015...

Government / Antisemitism / News Briefs / The Knesset / Russia / Holocaust

'Russia & Israel Partners Against Holocaust Denial'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Russia and Israel are partners in the struggle against revisionist history, Russian officials said.

History / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Archaeology / Settlements / Local

Golan Heights Farmers Turn Syrian Bunker Into Wine Cellar

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A small community in northern Israel is home to a winery built in a former Syrian military bunker.

News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Evicted Hebron Jews Protest 'Selective Enforcement'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

According to the legal system in Judea and Samaria, any real estate deal in those territories must first be submitted to COGAT and receive the defense minister’s approval.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Gaza / Hamas / News Briefs

Eshkol Mayor Seeks to Reassure Gaza Border Residents Following Tunnel Digging Complaints

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Residents of Pri Gan, located about 4.5 kilometers from the southern Gaza Strip, have complained recently of digging sounds underneath their homes.

Terrorism / News Briefs / The Knesset

Arabs Stone Israeli MK After He Pays Condolence Visit to Terror Victim’s Family

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

MK Yellin was in Shadmot Mehola making a condolence visit to the family of Shlomit Krigman

Government / Antisemitism / News Briefs / Jerusalem / Aliyah / Geulah / Holocaust / Assimilation

Large Majority of Israelis Support More Benefits to New Immigrants

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A large majority of Israelis are willing to support an increase in benefits to help new immigrants succeed.

Israel / Iran / News Briefs

Prime Minister Netanyahu: “We Will Not Allow Iran To Have Nuclear Weapons”

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu made it clear that Israel would still continue to closely monitor Iran’s activities.

Israel / Travel / News Briefs

A New Luxury Hotel in the Upper Galilee Set On Attracting More Tourists

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Galilion hotel features 120 luxury rooms, a large conference center, a health spa and a swimming pool.

Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / European Union

MKs Call For Action Against Illegal Construction Financed By The EU

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“This is simply terrorist construction by the Palestinian Authority, funded by EU countries, amounting to 110 million euros a year,” said MK Moti Yegev.

IDF & Security / Gaza / News Briefs

Trees Planted by KKL-JNF to Protect Israeli Communities on Gaza Border

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“These rows of trees will not only block the vision of terrorist firing into Israel, but will also provide pleasant scenery and shade.”

News Briefs / Jerusalem / Sports

New Basketball League for People with Special Needs Launched in Israel

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Israel’s first ever basketball league for people with special needs was launched in Jerusalem on Monday evening, January 11, in the presence of Mayor Nir Barkat.

Israel / Travel / News Briefs

More Than Three Million Tourists Visited Israel In 2015

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

It didn't feel crowded because simultaneously more than 3 million Israeli citizens traveled abroad during the year.

Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs / Israeli Arabs

PA Groups Laud Tel Aviv Terrorist as a Martyr Ahead of Funeral

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Fatah movement has officially proclaimed the terrorist, Nashat Melhem, a martyr.

Haredim & Hassidim / NY / News Briefs / Arts and Entertainment / Jerusalem

New York Hasidic Hipster Band Brings Message Of Unity and Peace to Jerusalem

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A popular Hasidic hipster musical band based out of New York, known as “Zusha,” performed in Jerusalem’s Yellow Submarine music center this weekend.

News Briefs / Religious & Secular in Israel / Judea & Samaria

“Ad Kan” Promises To Reveal More Disturbing Material on Israeli Left-Wing Groups

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“We are not ready to reveal more details yet, but all the materials we have, will be published within the next several weeks,” said Weiss.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy

Discounted Guns to Be Sold to Beitar Illit Residents Amid Terror Attacks

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Beitar's municipality announced that a sale of handguns and various gun accessories will take place on Wednesday evening, January 6.

Terrorism / News Briefs / Israeli Arabs

Israeli-Arab Offers Cash Reward for Terrorist Behind Tel Aviv Shooting

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“We need to stop with the ‘Arab against Israeli’ narrative, we are all cousins who wish to live in peace,” explained Qaq.

Druze / Government / News Briefs

Netanyahu Announces Establishment of New Druze Town

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The town, the first of its kind since the state of Israel was founded, is to be established in the Lower Galilee near the northern city of Tiberias.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Israelis Develop World’s First Molecular Sensor That Can Scan Almost Anything

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Powered by Consumer Physics, SciO, enables any person to ascertain the molecular and chemical design of almost any physical object or material including food, medicine, and more.

Terrorism / Israel / Police and Crime / News Briefs

Tel Aviv Residents “Can Calm Down” as Manhunt For Israeli-Arab Gunman Continues

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“We can update that as of this morning, tensions in the Tel Aviv area can be significantly reduced,” said Police Commissioner Roni Alsheikh.

Terrorism / News Briefs / The Knesset

Opposition Chairman Isaac Herzog Blasts Netanyahu For Ongoing Wave of Terror

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Herzog lambasted Netanyahu claiming that he had effectively forfeited the title of prime minister by failing to respond appropriately and by attributing blame to Israeli citizens.

Terrorism / Israel / News Briefs

“We Will Continue to Live,” Says Tel Aviv Bar Manager

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

"The vibe in Tel Aviv... was really eerie... The streets were clear of people for the first time I’ve seen."

Terrorism / News Briefs / Israeli Arabs

Terror Attacks by Israeli Arabs Thwarted In Eilat and Jaljulia

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Both are suspected of conspiring to aid the enemy in wartime for reportedly planning to bomb a hotel in Israel’s southernmost city of Eilat.

From The Wine Cellar / Boycott / BDS / Judea & Samaria

Judea and Samaria Wines To Be Included in New Guide

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The project’s launch was celebrated with a special event in the Knesset.

Israel / Politics / News Briefs

Bennett Seeks to Calm Tensions Amid Leftwing Professor's Comparison of Ayelet Shaked to "Neo-Nazi"

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Rather than assigning blame exclusively to the left or right of the political spectrum, Bennett sought to unify the political fractures which have become increasingly conspicuous in recent weeks.

Israel / News Briefs / Europe / Business and Economy

European Playgrounds to Use Israeli Foam Surfaces to Protect Kids

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

An Israeli company has been authorized to export plastic foam safety surfaces for childrens’ playgrounds to countries in the European Union.

IDF & Security / News Briefs

IDF Inaugurates New All -Commando Brigade

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Commando Brigade is expected to lead operational and tactical thinking, to develop the knowledge and the art of war for special operations, to win wars and to strike our enemies between wars.

Politics / Global / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria / Settlements

Labeling People More Dangerous Than Labeling Products, Says Former Yesha Head

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Brazilian government has temporarily stonewalled Israel’s nomination of former Head of the Judea and Samaria Council, Danny Dayan for the position of Israeli ambassador to the Brazil.

Terrorism / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

Incitement, Not Frustration Fueling Current Intifada of Knives Says Expert

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“Abbas could say that these actions are not in the Palestinians’ national interests, for example, or that he will stop paying salaries to imprisoned terrorists. That would be enough [to stop the terror].”

Israel / News Briefs

'Torture' Depends on Whether You Are a Suspect or Witness, Says Lawyer

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Are the Duma terror suspects being tortured? A human rights lawyer said it "is a matter of definition."

Terrorism / News Briefs / Israeli Arabs / ISIS

Arab-Israeli Sentenced to Two Years After Attempting to Join ISIS

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Halil was caught however, by chance misfortune, when he attempted to cross the border from Turkey to Syria.

Israel / Europe / Holocaust

Netanyahu to Albanian Prime Minister: We Will Never Forget Your Heroism During World War II

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“We know that Albania is a good friend of Israel,” Prime Minister Netanyahu said to his Albanian counterpart. “We’re celebrating now 25 years of our relations.”

Terrorism / Israel / Syria / News Briefs / Lebanon / Hezbollah

Bereaved Widow Says Israel Better Off Without Hezbollah Terrorist Mastermind

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

“As we know him, he was a very cruel person, so whoever killed him saved many lives. Some people will never know if their lives were saved because of him being taken out.”

News Briefs / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

MK Hanin Zoabi Denounces Lieberman’s Campaign Against Her as “Fascism”

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Avigdor Liberman recently announced his campaign to “remove Hanin Zoabi from the Knesset – for good!”

Terrorism / IDF & Security / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

IDF Discovers Knives, Bullets, Axes and Incitement Material in Overnight Raid

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A large weapons cache was found last night during an operation to arrest two wanted terrorists from Qalandiya.

Israel / The Courts / News Briefs / Palestinian Authority / Intifada

Terrorist Who Murdered Two Israelis in Tel Aviv Indicted

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The terrorist repeatedly stabbed and murdered two men who were in the middle of afternoon prayer in a synagogue.

IDF & Security / US / News Briefs / Holidays & Observances

US Jews Help IDF Soldiers Celebrate Hanukkah at Army Bases

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Connecticut/Westchester branch of Friends of the IDF arranged for a Hanukkah party for Givati soldiers.

Holidays & Observances / Holocaust

From Nazi Germany to Beit Shemesh, a Family Menorah Continues to Glow

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The menorah that today sits on the windowsill of the home of the family of Rabbi Dr. Akiva Posner, had once faced Nazi headquarters in Kiel, Germany in 1931.

Israel / Eye on "Palestine" / News Briefs

Abbas Regime Tried to Smuggle into Israel 4,000 'Incitement Dolls'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Customs officials in Haifa discovered the dolls, each one masked and with a rock in hand.

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Rabbi Miraculously Survives Terror Gunfire Unharmed

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

"There’s a sharp bend in the road, and immediately after the bend they opened fire on my car from the right side.”

Terrorism / IDF & Security / News Briefs / France / Business and Economy

After Paris Attacks, Europe Showing More Interest in Israeli Security Solutions

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Twenty-four Israeli companies participated in the Milipol 2015 exhibition and noticed a heightened interest around the Israeli booth.

Israel / News Briefs / Archaeology

Inspired by ‘Indiana Jones,’ Israeli Kid Discovers 2,500-Year-Old Artifact

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

An 8-year-old Israeli child made a significant archaeological discovery while hiking with his family in the Judean Foothills region, west of Jerusalem.

Israel / Travel / News Briefs

Ministers Aim To Reduce Vacation Costs In Israel

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

They hope to reduce the cost of vacationing in Israel by about 20% over five years.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Science and Tech / Africa

Israeli Satellite to Supply Sub-Saharan Africa With Free Internet

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

An Israeli space company, Spacecom, is developing its newest satellite for Facebook and the French satellite provider, Eutelsat, in a venture intended to supply free Internet to millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa.

Terrorism / Police and Crime / Jerusalem

Over 3,500 Israeli Police Officers Deployed Across Jerusalem to Bolster Security

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Netanyahu has asked top security officials over the weekend to reinforce police units in Jerusalem and throughout the rest of the country.

Israel / News Briefs / Intifada

Firebomb thrown at Rachel's Tomb

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

A firebomb was thrown at the parking lot next to Rachel's Tomb on Tuesday evening.

Israel / Travel / News Briefs

Tourism In Israel Trends Back Upward In 2015

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Statistics show an increase of over 40% on 2014 and an almost complete return to the 2013 numbers.

Israel / Middle East / Levant / News Briefs / Russia

Putin to Netanyahu: Russia's Actions in Mideast Will Always Be Responsible

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Putin also condemned all attacks on Israel but avoided making a reference to Hezbollah.

Israel / Syria / News Briefs

Israelis Donate Baby Slings to Syrian Refugees

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

An Israeli humanitarian relief organization has taken to Europe to assist the thousands of Syrian refugees arriving on the Greek island of Lesbos and languishing on the Hungarian-Serbian border.

Israel / News Briefs / Business and Economy / Science and Tech

Israeli Drip Irrigation Company Gives Global Answer to Water Scarcity

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Drip irrigation “gives an answer to the most pressing challenges today including water scarcity, arable land, food security, energy, soil degradation etc."

Antisemitism / News Briefs / Africa

South Africa ANC Targeting Jews with Dual Citizenship Ban

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Concerns rise Over South Africa’s pressure on Jewish community.

Terrorism / Eye on "Palestine" / Police and Crime / News Briefs / Judea & Samaria

Police Uncover Ammunition Cache in Yatta

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Following an intelligence lead, the police uncovered a small cache of ammunition and gun parts.

Israel / UK / Iran / News Briefs / Europe

British MP Accuses UK of Supporting Iran 'at Expense of Allies'

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Bebb, a member of the British Conservative Friends of Israel, also predicted the nuclear deal will lead to a nuclear arms race.

Government / The Knesset / Israeli Arabs

Agreement Reached Between Netanyahu and Arab MKs On Integration Plan For Israeli-Arabs

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Opposition MK Avigdor Liberman strongly criticized Netanyahu for making the agreement.

News Briefs / Jerusalem / Holocaust

New Jerusalem Street Honors Savior of 40,000 Jews During Holocaust

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

Moshe Krausz died alone and almost forgotten despite his saving more Jews than Schindler and Kasztner combined.

Police and Crime / News Briefs / The Temple Mount

Arrests on Temple Mount: Jewish Boy for Wearing Tzitzit, Jewish Man for Singing to Groom

By TPS / Tazpit News Agency

The Islamic Waqf reportedly threatens a "disturbance" at the Temple Mount over Jewish clothing.

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