Welcome to The Times of Israel’s Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what’s happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Legal and settlements reporter Jeremy Sharon joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today’s episode. WATCH the full conversation here: Defense Minister Israel Katz told settlements leaders on Tuesday that “with God’s help when the … Read more
BETHLEHEM, West Bank — Thousands of people flocked to Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families there and at other sites across the Holy Land heralded a much-needed boost of holiday spirit, after two years of subdued celebrations because of the war in Gaza. Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive the Christmas spirit after … Read more
Jerusalem: An explosive device detonated in Gaza on Wednesday, injuring one Israeli soldier and prompting Israel to accuse Hamas of violating the US-backed ceasefire. Children pose for photos taken by their parents on the rubble of a house demolished by Israeli authorities in the Palestinian village of Bizariya, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, on December … Read more
Thousands of people gathered in Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Christmas Eve as families and some visitors heralded for a much-needed Christmas spirit after two years of war in the region. Palestinian scout bands parade at the Manger Square near the Church of the Nativity, traditionally believed to be the birthplace of Jesus, on Christmas Eve, … Read more
Six Palestinian prisoners were released by Israel on Sunday, December 21, and taken to a hospital in Deir al-Balah for medical checks. According to Al Jazeera, rights groups said that Israel had detained the men without clear legal procedures. Footage here, posted by Quds News Network, shows the freed prisoners getting out of a vehicle … Read more
By Emily Rose, Michele Kambas and Steven Scheer Netanyahu to discuss Iran, next phase of Gaza plan with Trump JERUSALEM, – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he will discuss Iran’s nuclear activities during his visit next week with U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking at a joint press conference with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos … Read more