Hosting an annual international song contest, Tel Aviv has tried to remain an island of secular liberalism divorced from Israel’s troubles.
Author: ISABEL KERSHNER
Gaza Militants Fire 250 Rockets, and Israel Responds With Airstrikes
Palestinian militants launched rockets into southern Israel, killing one Israeli man, and four Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire.
A Holocaust Story for the Social Media Generation
Eva Heyman kept a diary until she was sent to Auschwitz in 1944. An Instagram version of her story goes live this week, but some Israelis say it trivializes the Holocaust.
Netanyahu Seeks to Name a Golan Heights Settlement for President Trump
The prime minister’s announcement came a month after Mr. Trump’s proclamation recognizing Israel’s authority over the long-disputed territory.
Israel’s ultra-Orthodox Parties Embrace Technology and Emerge Stronger
The rabbis’ instructions ruled the day in the country’s recent parliamentary elections. Now, the politicians are preparing for a clash over state and religion.
Netanyahu’s Coalition May Help Stave Off Indictment
One party in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s coalition wants to pass a law granting immunity to lawmakers, which would block his prosecution on corruption charges.
A Pro-Pot Candidate Could Prove Decisive in Israeli Election
Moshe Feiglin’s far-right, libertarian Zehut party is gaining traction among young voters. It could end up determining who leads the next government.
In Israel Campaign, All Sides Claim Fabled Voice From the Grave: Menachem Begin
Though he has been dead 27 years, Mr. Begin’s legacy is being selectively invoked by parties across the political spectrum ahead of the April 9 election.
Generals Are Back in Israel’s Political Vanguard
The return of the generals to Israeli politics is viewed as an emergency call-up by those hoping to rout right-wing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
West Bank Attack Raises Tensions as Israeli Elections Approach
A Palestinian killed an Israeli soldier and a civilian. The assault quickly became fodder in a heated election campaign.