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Highway 437 Expansion Accelerated to Open a Year Early in 2028
Highway 437 expansion from Pisgat Ze'ev to Sha'ar Binyamin is accelerated, opening in early 2028. The 400 million shekel project aims to ease congestion toward Jerusalem.

AG to Update High Court on Stalled Ultra-Orthodox Conscription Sanctions
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara reports to the High Court that the government has failed to revoke property tax and public transit subsidies for ultra-Orthodox draft evaders, defying court orders.
Israel and Albania Sign New Aviation and Economic Pacts in Tirana
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar signed an aviation and intergovernmental cooperation agreement in Tirana with Albanian officials, aiming to boost tourism as Israeli visitors surge to 100,000 annually.
Foreign Pilot Security Checks in Question Following Flydubai Incident
Following the Flydubai aviation near-miss, investigations reveal foreign flight crew background checks occur only after aircraft doors close. Transportation Minister Miri Regev reviews security protocols.

Bennett clashes with bereaved mother at Modi'in election event over Tzafit disaster
A question about Transport Minister Miri Regev led to a tense exchange at a Modi'in election event between Naftali Bennett and the mother of a victim from the 2018 Tzafit stream disaster, reviving past controversies over ministerial accountability.
United Airlines Suspends Pilot Over October 7 Praise Amid Security Failures
United Airlines suspended pilot Ibrahim Moslam over pro-Palestinian posts praising October 7. The incident follows a thwarted attack on a FlyDubai flight by an Omani pilot.
Channel 14 Poll Reveals Voter Sentiments Ahead of 2026 Knesset Elections
A special Channel 14 poll ahead of the 2026 elections reveals voter attitudes on October 7 legacy, coalition scenarios, and public figures' performance.
Flydubai Fires Staff Over Security Lapses as Israel and UAE Discuss Resuming Flights
Flydubai fired background check staff following a terror plot, as Israel and the UAE negotiate restored flights and tightened aviation security protocols.
US Delegation to Review Israeli Visa Waiver Status After Security Breach
US officials are set to visit Israel to evaluate Visa Waiver Program compliance following a recent aviation security breach. Transportation Minister Miri Regev has denied responsibility while demanding budget increases and new pre-flight protocols.

Thousands Return From Dubai as Israel Wraps Up Emergency Airbridge
Over 7,400 Israelis have returned from Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the emergency airlift operation nears its completion, according to the Ministry of Transport.
Israeli Airlines Rely on Wet Leases Despite Shin Bet Security Warnings
Israeli airlines Arkia and Israir operated nearly half their flights via foreign wet leases during peak tourist season without Israeli security guards, prompting Shin Bet warnings.
Ministry Tender Contradicts Regev's Claims on Foreign Pilot Monitoring
Despite Transport Minister Miri Regev's claims that her ministry cannot monitor foreign pilots, records show a security tender was recently issued following a 2023 technological collapse.
Security Failures Exposed Following Severe Incident on Flydubai Flight
Security officials and the Ministry of Transport are trading blame following a severe aviation security breach on a Flydubai flight, exposing systemic oversight failures.
Shin Bet Warned Miri Regev Over Flight Security Flaws Before Hijacking Plot
The Shin Bet repeatedly warned Transportation Minister Miri Regev about flight security vulnerabilities on foreign-operated planes, but recommendations for oversight transfer were ignored.
Netanyahu Assigns Foreign Flight Security to Ministry of Transport Amid Disputes
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assigned foreign flight security to the Ministry of Transport, following years of jurisdictional disputes between the Shin Bet and transport officials.
Eisenkot Blames Miri Regev for Severe Aviation Security Failures
Yashar! party leader Gadi Eisenkot harshly criticized Transport Minister Miri Regev following major security failures regarding an extremist pilot on a flydubai flight.
Regev and Terner-Eyal Clash Over Aviation Security Responsibility
Transportation Minister Miri Regev and former official Keren Terner-Eyal clashed over responsibility for foreign airline security following an incident involving a flydubai flight, sparking sharp political exchanges.
Aviation Security Lapses Exposed Following Near-Miss Flight Incident
A near-miss incident involving a flydubai flight exposes severe intelligence and inter-agency gaps in Israel's aviation security framework, as security bodies and the Ministry of Transport failed to connect known warning signs regarding a radicalized pilot.
Israel Opens Security Probe After Enemy State Aircrews Fly In Via UAE Routes
Israel's security apparatus launched a retroactive probe into foreign aircrews from enemy states entering via UAE airlines, admitting a severe intelligence failure following the Flight 1037 incident.
Rishon LeZion Transport Hub Opens with Free Shuttles to Tel Aviv
Israel launches the second phase of the fast lanes project, opening a massive transportation hub in Rishon LeZion with free shuttle services to Tel Aviv.
Israeli Passengers Return Home After Foiled Hijacking on Fly Dubai Flight
174 Israeli passengers landed safely at Ben Gurion Airport after a Fly Dubai flight was diverted to Saudi Arabia following a foiled hijacking attempt by an Omani co-pilot.
Miri Regev Demands Flydubai Flight Freeze, Sparking UAE Tensions
Transportation Minister Miri Regev demanded freezing Flydubai flights to Israel, triggering a clash with security officials and risking a diplomatic crisis with the UAE.
Flydubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Cockpit Stabbing Incident
A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv diverted to Saudi Arabia after the Omani co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain. Transport Minister Miri Regev suspended the airline's flights.

Ayalon Highways Chairman Appointment Canceled Amid Resume Forgery Probe
The appointment of Idan David as chairman of Ayalon Highways was canceled after an investigation revealed severe discrepancies in his resume, prompting a police forgery probe.
Israel Airports Authority Demands Removal of US Refueling Jets by 2026
The Israel Airports Authority has demanded the U.S. Air Force remove 19 refueling aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport by late 2026 to accommodate rising civilian traffic, issuing a similar ultimatum for Ramon Airport.
Israeli Taxi Industry Faces Collapse Amid Illegal Transport Boom
Israeli taxi drivers face an existential crisis as illegal private transport and exclusion from public lanes drain their revenues, forcing many to sell medallions at a loss.
Ayalon Highways Chairman Idan David Faces Probe Over Inflated Resume Claims
An investigative report reveals major discrepancies in the resume of Ayalon Highways chairman Idan David, appointed with backing from Minister Miri Regev and Minister David Amsalem.
Mayors Protest Transportation Ministry Over Collapse of Tnufa Bus Services
Mayors from the West Bank, Beit Shemesh, and Jerusalem corridor protested at the Ministry of Transportation on Wednesday over the severe collapse of public transit services operated by the "Tnufa" company.
End to the management deadlock at the railway? Two new candidates for the board of directors
The state has notified the Supreme Court that the appointments committee will convene to discuss two female candidates for external director positions at Israel Railways. This move aims to resolve the unprecedented management crisis within the company.
New Nahal Modi'im Bridge Opens to Traffic in Binyamin
Traffic has been diverted to the new Nahal Modi'im bridge with two lanes open in each direction, replacing the temporary bypass. The project is a key milestone in the ongoing expansion of Highway 446.
Disruptions again at Ben Gurion Airport: Railway power cable exploded
The train station at Ben Gurion Airport was evacuated and is currently out of operation following an unusual malfunction in which a power cable exploded. The Israel Airports Authority clarifies that despite the station's closure, check-in processes are continuing as usual. This event joins a series of disruptions at the airport, following last week's suspension of luggage acceptance due to massive...
While Ben Gurion Airport faced chaos, Regev was in Morocco, where protests against her visit took place
While Ben Gurion Airport was paralyzed and flight schedules disrupted, the Minister of Transport was in Morocco. Local groups expressed opposition to her visit, labeling it a provocation.
Management staff to join field shifts: Israel Airports Authority's exceptional measure following congestion
The Israel Airports Authority has decided to return Ben Gurion Airport to routine operations through the temporary reinforcement of headquarters and management staff in the field. Additionally, it was noted that recruitment of employees continues ahead of the Tishrei holidays. The Ministry of Transport announced the establishment of an external review committee to examine the events that led to...
Israel Railways petitioned the Supreme Court: demanding ministers Regev and Amsalem appoint missing directors
Israel Railways has turned to the Supreme Court with a demand to complete without delay the appointment of missing directors to the company's board. The company states that the current management vacuum prevents the formation of statutory committees.
After mutual accusations: Israel Airports Authority to establish an investigation committee for the disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport
The Israel Airports Authority is launching an internal investigation into the massive disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport. Several foreign airlines are considering legal action due to significant financial losses.
Miri Regev travels to Morocco: Who paid for the minister's trip?
The minister traveled to Morocco with the ministry's director-general, describing the trip as a private vacation. The Movement for Quality Government has filed a Freedom of Information request to determine whether public funds were utilized.
"Arrogance, detachment and stupidity": Efrat Rayten in a sharp attack on Miri Regev
MK Efrat Rayten sharply attacked Miri Regev against the backdrop of the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport, backed Yair Golan after the storm surrounding the attack in Syria - and also revealed what she is trying to promote behind the scenes with Einav Zangauker.
Amit Segal explodes: 'He is a bully and a criminal. This is abuse of the helpless'
Amit Segal, political commentator for Channel 12, expressed outrage over the shutdown of Ben Gurion Airport, which led to severe flight delays. In his remarks, Segal attacked Pinhas Idan, chairman of the Israel Airports Authority workers' committee: 'He is a bully and a criminal.'
What happened at Ben Gurion Airport is bullying: In Israel there is no longer law and no judge | Avi Ashkenazi
One hundred thousand passengers were caught in a power struggle at Ben Gurion Airport while the Minister of Transport is abroad. The chaos at the airport, the violence on the roads, and the lack of governance are no longer isolated incidents.
Regev has become the face of everything unbearable in the treatment of citizens
The primaries are over, time to fly. Why should the Minister of Transport and the ministry's management be concerned about warnings regarding staffing shortages at the peak of the season? Ben Gurion Airport is not only the only gateway to Israel, but also a reflection of it.
Ben Gurion Airport gradually resumes operations following major disruptions
The Israel Airports Authority announces that operations at Ben Gurion Airport are gradually resuming as of 15:00 under a revised flight schedule, following significant disruptions that occurred throughout the day.
Who won the 'deals'? The answer of Likud members turns the tables
Primaries are always a struggle between two forces: organized 'deals' and the free will of party members. At the end of the campaign, Likud chose not a list of 'screamers', but a team of action-oriented leaders who have proven their effectiveness.
Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport: Flights Forced to Turn Back
Minister of Transport Miri Regev has ordered a firm investigation into the chaos at Ben Gurion Airport following significant flight disruptions. The Ministry is currently examining whether the delays are due to an intentional work-to-rule strike by airport staff.
Railway to Kiryat Shmona: Are there already works on the ground?
Minister of Transport Miri Regev claimed that the railway project to Kiryat Shmona is finally being implemented. It turns out that drilling rigs have indeed started operating, but what does this mean exactly? Globes fact-check.
Gilad Erdan Responds to Miri Regev's Criticism: "I Did Not Spit in the Well I Drank From"
Unity Party chairman Gilad Erdan responded on 103FM radio to Transportation Minister Miri Regev's accusation, explaining that his departure from Likud was driven by ideological differences and a lack of choice.
Ben Gurion Airport in Crisis as Miri Regev and Ministry Officials Depart for Morocco Vacation
Arkia is launching a route to Marrakech, with Minister of Transport Miri Regev and senior ministry officials on board. The timing of the trip has sparked controversy due to the ongoing chaos at Ben Gurion Airport.
3 years of the Red Line: travel time reduced and extension work begins
The Ministry of Transport and NTA report 76 million trips since the light rail's launch and the start of construction to connect to Rishon LeZion. Total travel time has been reduced to 63 minutes. The NTA chair noted that the company will continue to improve service, particularly on the Bat Yam-Tel Aviv section.
Will the bus be delayed? Taxi drivers demand free travel on express lanes
The National Taxi Drivers Union is demanding that the Ministry of Transport allow taxis to travel for free on new express lanes and remove restrictions on using all public transport lanes.
Miri Regev against El Al workers' union: "They are telling people not to vote for me"
Hours before the polls closed in the Likud primaries, Miri Regev claimed that the El Al workers' union was calling on voters not to cast their ballots for her. The minister appealed to her supporters: "Go out and vote - I need every single one of you."
Promises stuck in traffic: The government's transport plans remained on paper
Benjamin Netanyahu promised 100 billion shekels for a railway from Eilat to Kiryat Shmona, but the project was never funded. Miri Regev pledged to reduce road accidents, yet 2025 became the deadliest year on record. Despite official assurances, the congestion charge in Gush Dan is nearing implementation.