Society

11 illegal aliens found hiding in a pit at a construction site in Kiryat Ata
Police located a group of residents from the Palestinian territories during an operation to identify illegal aliens in the Coastal District. The suspects, who police say were living and working at the site, were arrested, and their detention was extended until August 10.

Espionage suspects filmed site of Benjamin Netanyahu's future visit
The grave of Ze'ev Jabotinsky on Mount Herzl was documented by one of the suspects in the new espionage case, just about a week before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived at the site to participate in a memorial service. The suspect was also sent to document the homes of people from defense industries and other sensitive areas.
"We were drunk, it lasted seconds": The defense line of the Deputy Mayor of Rishon LeZion
The Deputy Mayor does not deny that there was contact between him and the employee, but claims: "It was not exactly a sexual relationship, we were drunk and it lasted a few seconds." At the same time, he accuses the complainant's husband, who is subordinate to him in the municipality, of a "conspiracy."

In the shadow of the reopened Tair Rada case: Shai Mika undergoes a radical transformation
Following the police's dramatic decision to reinvestigate the Tair Rada murder, the social media star present on that fateful day has changed her appearance.

Family of girl who died by suicide sues Ministry of Education for 16 million shekels
The parents of Adva Weinblum Ovadia filed a lawsuit against the Ministry of Education, the Acre Municipality, the ORT network, the school, and Amidar. They claim a series of failures led to the tragedy.

Couple from Ashkelon charged with spying for Iran: these are the sites they were instructed to photograph, including in Eilat
The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against Tamirlan Amushokov (26) and Alina Kushnirenko (24) from Ashkelon. The couple is charged with espionage for Iran, having collected intelligence between April and July 2026.

Carlo submachine gun, improvised weapon, and 60-round magazine seized in Ar'ara in the Negev
A Carlo-type weapon, an improvised weapon, magazines, and ammunition were seized during operational activity in the town of Ar'ara in the Negev. A local resident in his 20s was detained and transferred for questioning at the Aroer police station.

Ashkelon couple indicted for espionage and intelligence gathering for hostile entities
The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment in the Tel Aviv District Court against Tamirlan Amushokov (26) and Alina Kushnirenko (24) for serious espionage offenses. The indictment alleges that the couple operated via Telegram under the direction of individuals posing as "Aslan" and "David," systematically documenting military and civilian infrastructure and gathering intelligence on the...

Eti Craif attacks the senior official in the 'sex for appointment' affair: "He is scared to death now"
In an interview to be broadcast tonight on Reshet 13, Craif recalls complex moments with powerful people and tells of her most difficult experience with a high-ranking individual.

Illegal gas station discovered in the south: "Millions of shekels involved"
An illegal gas station was demolished in Segev Shalom after enforcement authorities seized approximately 6,500 liters of diesel fuel. During the operation against illicit businesses, three suspects were arrested, including two illegal residents from the West Bank, and three others were detained for questioning.

Libel lawsuit by Haaretz journalist against Yair Netanyahu dismissed
The Magistrate's Court ruled that Yossi Klein's quotes were distorted, but it was not proven that Netanyahu or the Likud party published the distortion. Judge: "Freedom of speech does not include the freedom to lie." The background to the lawsuit is an opinion piece published by Klein in February 2023 under the headline "Attention: 1933 is already here."

Israeli expelled from Berlin restaurant for "Israeli accent" while ordering hummus
According to the Israeli, a waiter at a Berlin restaurant refused to serve him due to his origin and the way he pronounced the word "hummus," eventually ordering him to leave. With the assistance of the Ofek organization, a lawsuit has been filed alleging antisemitic discrimination based on ethnic origin.

European country cancels deal with Rafael due to court ruling
Globes presents a daily brief review of interesting news from the global media about Israel. In this issue: an administrative court in Italy ordered the cancellation of a Rafael radar deal, a New York Magazine commentator claims Donald Trump has no path to victory against Iran and the question is only how he will choose to lose, and in Berlin, a lawsuit was filed against a restaurant that refused...

Starbucks in trouble: Police raided company headquarters following massive protests
A Starbucks Korea campaign, which included the terms "SS Tank" and "Tank Day," sparked accusations that it mocked one of the most traumatic events in the country's history. Following the uproar, police raided the company's offices, the campaign was canceled, and the CEO was dismissed.

A year later: Yinon Levi, who shot and killed a Palestinian teacher, is charged with manslaughter
According to the indictment, the contractor ordered a new road to be broken through on private land, which led to a confrontation with the village residents. The teacher, Ouda Muhammad Khalil al-Hadalin, documented the confrontation that broke out - as well as the moment he was shot to death.

Deputy Mayor of Rishon LeZion suspected of sex crimes: "The complaint against me is employee revenge" | This is his version
The arrest of the suspect in sex crimes was extended by 5 days. He claims the complaint is revenge by employees after he fought against falsified attendance reports. According to him, even before the complaint was filed, he turned to the police following threats, after he claimed a message was circulated stating that the wife of one of the employees performed oral sex on him.

Within minutes: Court rejects Likud legal advisor's request
The District Court rejected earlier today, Thursday, the urgent request of Likud legal advisor, Adv. Ilan Bombach, to advance the hearing on MK Abed's petition to this coming Sunday, amid the dispute surrounding the Likud primaries. In his filing, Bombach argued that a swift decision is required due to the tight schedule ahead of the primaries, set for August 17.

Drama at dawn: illegal residents attempt escape and strike police officer
Four illegal residents from Judea and Samaria without stay permits and an Israeli driver from Lod were arrested at dawn on suspicion of involvement in a series of break-ins at apartments and warehouses throughout Gush Dan. During the operation, their vehicle hit a police car and an officer's legs, and the officers fired at the vehicle's tires.

Kalfon: 'Remove the security guards permanently'
Following the violent confrontation at the Hapoel Petah Tikva match, during which a team fan was beaten by a security guard, the chairman of the Leagues Administration sent a letter to the Police Commissioner demanding a thorough investigation: 'An unacceptable incident'.

After two weeks on the run: suspect arrested for robbing a driver near Salfit
A third suspect involved in a robbery that occurred near Salfit in Samaria was arrested by detectives from the inter-agency headquarters of the Judea and Samaria District. According to the police, the robbery took place on May 26, and the investigation was opened after receiving a report on the incident.

Moshe Korsia miraculously escaped: 'They threw a grenade'
Singer Moshe Korsia shared details on Wednesday of an unusual incident near his residential building in Tel Aviv. In an alarming Instagram post, he expressed his shock upon returning home late at night, suggesting he was saved by the commandment of honoring parents.

Police discover underground tunnel used to house illegal aliens
In a joint raid in the Segev Shalom area, law enforcement agencies uncovered an underground tunnel used to house illegal aliens, a pirate gas station with 6,500 liters of diesel fuel, counterfeit goods, and financial violations totaling 3.2 million NIS. Three suspects were arrested, including residents of Judea and Samaria.

The battle over Donald Trump's financial secrets against the BBC intensifies
The legal battle between Donald Trump and the British broadcasting network BBC is reaching a financial boiling point. The trust fund holding the president's assets has filed an emergency motion with the court in an attempt to stop an order compelling it to disclose Donald Trump's economic data. The move comes after Donald Trump demanded a massive compensation of 10 billion dollars from the...

Stewards from Petah Tikva to face detention hearing: "Remove them permanently"
The three stewards arrested following the violent brawl at the Shlomo Insurance Stadium in Petah Tikva during the Toto Cup match between Hapoel Petah Tikva and Maccabi Netanya will be brought today to a hearing for the extension of their detention.
State Attorney's Office appeals for harsher sentence for Elhanan Rot
The State Attorney's Office has appealed to the Supreme Court, arguing that the seven-year prison sentence for Elhanan Rot, convicted of rape and severe sexual offenses against two children, is insufficient given the severity of the crimes.

Unknown individuals desecrated the flag at an IDF soldier's grave three times in one week: "I stood there and cried"
"I asked him for forgiveness, forgiveness for going out to fight": Gilanit, mother of paratrooper Staff Sergeant Regev Amar, who was killed in the battles at Kissufim on October 7, noticed that the national flag flying over her son's grave had been desecrated time and again. The mother fears that Haredim who were touring the Banias area are behind the sabotage: "A red line has been crossed here...

Driving test scandal exposed: "Emotional distress and heavy financial damage"
Serious allegations have emerged regarding the conduct of examiners in practical driving tests, ranging from last-minute cancellations and technical failures to months of waiting at a cost of thousands of shekels.

Robbery, extortion and threats: indictment filed against members of the "SSQ" gang | Documentation
The three youths, aged 15 and 16, arrived a few weeks ago at a store on a central street in Holon and vandalized it. The next day, they returned to the scene, demanded money from the business owner, and violently attacked him. The police are now requesting to extend their detention until the end of the proceedings.

"The Land of Judea is waking up": Settlers riot in Palestinian village, causing injuries
Palestinian media reported that settlers attacked residents in the village of Khirbet Tuba in the Hebron Hills, setting fire to structures and damaging infrastructure. Five people, including a woman and two children, were hospitalized. The slogan "The Land of Judea is waking up" was found at the scene.

46-year-old Be'er Sheva resident charged with sex offenses against minor relative
The State Attorney's Office has filed an indictment against a resident of Be'er Sheva for sex offenses against his 10-year-old relative. According to the indictment, the defendant exploited his role as the person accompanying her from school to perform indecent acts. Prosecutors have requested that he remain in custody until the end of legal proceedings, noting that the abuse ceased only after the...

The father embezzled the son's money, and the brother will pay
A verdict handed down last month in the Family Court in Rishon LeZion illustrates once again how important it is to draw up clear agreements even between family members.
Eldar Dayan's mother at the scene: "Take me to see - I will tell you if it is him"
After Eldar Dayan's mother heard reports about the discovery of a body, she immediately arrived at the scene and confronted the police forces: "Take me to see my son, I will tell you if it is him."

"A cynical use of a draconian procedure": District Court discusses the cancellation of the administrative order against Tal Yinon Dardik
The Jerusalem District Court is discussing an appeal filed on behalf of the Central Command Chief, Major General Avi Bluth, against a decision stating that the administrative restriction order against Tal Yinon Dardik is not enforceable in its current format. Knesset members Limor Son Har-Melech and Tally Gotliv also arrived at the hearing, sharply criticizing Bluth and claiming that the filing of...
Days before opening: fragmentation grenade thrown at a Rami Levy branch under construction in Ramle
The grenade was thrown early in the morning, causing damage to the structure. In another incident overnight, a fragmentation grenade was thrown at a tower in the prestigious Park Tzameret neighborhood in northern Tel Aviv, causing damage to the entrance floor.

Sex offender who posed as a therapist and attacked children caught at Ben Gurion Airport
A 50-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a series of sex offenses committed before he left the country in 2015, after which he had been declared wanted for questioning.

Escalation in protest against "Ba-Smita" cafe: teenager arrested
Police arrested a teenager suspected of throwing feces at the "Ba-Smita" cafe in Jerusalem amid ongoing protests over its operation on Shabbat. The arrest follows a sharp escalation in clashes, during which protesters attempted to force their way into the establishment.

'Terem' failed to diagnose appendicitis – and will pay 736 thousand shekels
A patient with abdominal pain and vomiting was discharged home, but three days later it was discovered: her appendix had burst. The court ruled that the clinic's doctors should have performed a blood test.

For the second time this week: a grenade was thrown at a residential building in Tel Aviv
The war between criminal groups continues to escalate: a fragmentation grenade was thrown last night at a residential building in the Tzamaret neighborhood of northern Tel Aviv. This is the second such incident this week.

A happy ending: Lion cubs illegally smuggled into Israel have found a new home in Africa
Two lions, "Ben Tzur" and "Uri", found in 2025 after being held and traded illegally, were transferred in a complex operation without anesthesia to the ADI sanctuary for big cats in South Africa. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority and the Hai Park Motzkin accompanied the two on their journey, and the mother of Staff Sergeant Uri Gerbi, of blessed memory, for whom the lion is named, came to say...
Has the bitter end arrived? Body located during search for Eldar Dayan
As part of the search for missing person Eldar Dayan, police, Border Police officers, and volunteers found a body in an advanced state of decomposition in an open area. Identification is currently pending.