Best Ever February for Foreign Tourism in Israel

25% Increase in the first two months of 2017 compared with Jan-Feb 2016.

President Rivlin Asking Boris Johnson to Send the Queen Over

It's doubtful the Royals would set foot on Jerusalem's soil any time soon, especially not on the anniversary of their country's promise to establish a homeland for the Jews.

Report: Bennett Ultimatum to Netanyahu – No Amona Relocation, No V15 Legislation

The bill was scheduled for a debate at the Knesset Committee, but was withdrawn at the last-minute due to objections from Habayit Hayehudi.

Utilight to Launch Manufacturing Plant on Gaza Border

The company will invest close to $5.5 million in the new venture, with a $1.01 million investment from Economy Ministry Investment Authority.

Magen David Adom to Offer Arabic Courses for Volunteers

"Expanding our knowledge of languages opens up doors to understanding and contributes to an collaborative atmosphere."

US European Commander Tours IDF Defense Systems, Hamas Tunnel in Israel

EUCOMM Commander Scaparrotti emphasized the U.S. commitment to maintaining Israel's qualitative military edge in the region and defensive capacities.

Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman Arrives in Washington

DM Liberman arrived at the Pentagon at midday Tuesday for talks with US Defense Secy James Mattis. The top item on the agenda: Iran.

Knesset Holds Emergency Debate About US Anti-Semitism

"Despite our long-standing practice of coming to the defense of threatened Jewish communities, when it comes to the United States, we are silent."

Report: F-35A Fighter Jets Can’t Fly Safely in Thunderstorms, Lightning

Two Australian F-35A stealth fighter jets are unable to fly safely in thunder and lightning, according to the Royal Australian Air Force.

Netanyahu Plans New Divisions for China, India in Foreign Affairs

Netanyahu told Israeli envoys the largest markets are found in Asia. The PM says he plans to expand Israel's ties with India and China.

US President Trump Calls Israel’s PM Netanyahu About Iran

The two leaders spoke at length about the dangers posed by the nuclear deal with Iran and by Iran's malevolent behavior in the region.

Critics: Liberman ‘Mistaken and Misleading’ on Trump’s Settlements Stance

'We do not know who Minister Liberman has been talking to, but from our sources, it is clear that the policy of the Trump administration has not changed.'

Liberman: Trump Warned Annexing Judea and Samaria Means Breakup with US

'We received a direct message from the US, that imposing sovereignty on Judea and Samaria would mean an immediate crisis with the US.'

Kremlin: Putin, Netanyahu to Discuss Israel-PA Peace Deal in Moscow

The two leaders 'are also expected to discuss key aspects of the Palestinian-Israeli settlement.'

Israeli Arab Town Takes Down Arafat Street Signs

Some Israel-Arab municipality feature streets named after Haj Amil al-Huseini, the Jerusalem Grand Mufti who had a close friendship with Adolf Hitler.

Conference to Focus on Diaspora-Israel Relations

Knesset Speaker Edelstein says the conference will help participants think more deeply about "how to benefit our own countries and the world at large."

Arab Terror Attack Foiled Near Tapuach

The two terror suspects were spotted as they were carrying out surveillance around the area.

Gov. Cuomo to Rivlin: New Police Unit to Combat Anti-Semitism

Anti-Semitic attacks are "disgusting, reprehensible, it violates every tenet of the New York State tradition," said Cuomo.

Israel Launches Weed Decriminalization Reform

An inter-ministerial team will work on amendments to existing laws, regulations as well as on other necessary changes before putting the new policy into action.

Putin-Netanyahu to Meet in Moscow Thursday

'Iran is trying to establish itself permanently in Syria, with a military presence on the ground and at sea, and also a gradual attempt to open a front against us on the Golan Heights.'

Netanyahu Vows to Cancel Street Named after Yasser Arafat

There were the inevitable comments about that famous 1996 picture of Prime Minister Netanyahu shaking hands sincerely with the Chairman from Ramallah.

US House Delegation in Israel to Examine Embassy Move

Presidential candidate Donald Trump, President-Elect and President Trump have held fluctuating views on the embassy move.

Amb. Dermer: Trump’s Request to Restrict Settlement Expansion Caught Us by Surprise

Dermer suggested that behind the American policy regarding the conflict is the Administration's decision to convey to the PA that time is working against them.

Report: Despite Severe Overcrowding, Israeli Hospitals Admit Tens of Thousands of Gazan Patients

According to senior healthcare officials, the PA systematically evades payment for the hospital care received by its residents.

Ben Gurion Airport Luggage Inspection System Breaks Down

Some 15,000 travelers on the 'night flights' managed to depart from Ben Gurion International Airport on time.

IDF Judge Rules: Private Elor Azaria Not to Start Prison Till Appeal Complete

The prosecution agreed to the appeal but wanted Azaria to start serving his prison term immediately.

Netanyahu Wants Amb. Dermer to Stay On

Dermer, 46, was born and raised in Miami Beach, Florida, the younger son of an Israeli mother and a New York-born father– who became mayor of Miami Beach in the late 1960s.

Netanyahu Meets with Indian National Security Adviser

The meeting was in preparation for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel this summer.

Trump or Not, Govt. May Push Ma’ale Adumim Annexation Bill

The new law would create an urban Jewish gap across the heart of a future Palestinian State.

Government Approves Bill to Kill Tax Breaks on Anti-Israeli NGO Donations

The new bill, which amends Israel's income tax law, was endorsed by 26 MKs from all the coalition parties.

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