Author: ISABEL KERSHNER
Israel’s Teetering Government Breathes Again as Arab Party Rejoins
A small Islamist party decided to end its freeze on participating in the fragile eight-way coalition, granting it at least a temporary reprieve.
Israel Captures 2 Palestinians Suspected in Deadly Ax Attack
The two men were caught hiding in a forest not far from where the killings were carried out, ending an intensive search. But the country remains on high alert.
Israel Plans Zip Line for Ancient Jerusalem
A Jewish settler group is promoting projects that opponents say will change the delicate historic, religious and political balance in highly symbolic areas around Jerusalem’s Old City.
Jerusalem Tattoo Artist Inks Pilgrims, Priests and Those Scarred by Conflict
For Wassim Razzouk, Holy Week is his busiest time as Christians seek a reminder of their visit to Jerusalem. But his family’s centuries-old tattoo business caters to all faiths.
Ukraine War Ignites Israeli Debate Over Purpose of a Jewish State
Most Ukrainians seeking refuge in Israel are non-Jews. Some Israelis see a moral imperative to take them in, but others see a threat to the country’s Jewish character.
Palestinians Threatened With Eviction Can Stay in Their Homes — for Now
Israel’s high court stayed the eviction of four Palestinian families from their East Jerusalem homes. The eviction threat had stoked tensions that led to war in Gaza.
Palestinians Threatened With Eviction Can Stay in Their Homes — for Now
Israel’s high court stayed the eviction of four Palestinian families from their East Jerusalem homes. The eviction threat had stoked tensions that led to war in Gaza.
A #MeToo Moment Shakes Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox
An acclaimed religious children’s author was accused of abusing women and children. Then he killed himself, sending shock waves through the conservative community.
Israeli Experts Recommend Offering a Fourth Vaccine Dose to People Age 18 and Over
The Health Ministry cited early signs that a fourth shot might help protect against serious illness, but has yet to approve the panel’s recommendation.