Government
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
The Ministry of Education has confirmed that starting tomorrow, Wednesday, a gradual return to kindergartens will also be possible in the Gush Dan area, the Shefala, the Dead Sea and the Bekaa, according to the defense instructions of the Home Front Command. At the same time, today the Ministry of Education announced the resumption of classes in after-school and long-day education settings in localities where there is educational activity
Oct 17, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
President Herzog of the State of Israel has made a shocking revelation in an interview with Sky News, stating that Hamas, the Palestinian militant group in the Gaza Strip, had planned to use cyanide against civilian populations. Herzog revealed that a USB device found on Hamas terrorists contained detailed instructions for creating chemical weapons, reminiscent of Al-Qaeda's methods
Oct 23, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Hamas has released two elderly Israeli women, Yochaved Lifshitz (85) and Nurit Koper (79), who were abducted during a terrorist attack on October 7. This development follows extensive mediation efforts by Egypt and Qatar
Oct 23, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a major development, Israeli and foreign sources indicate that a significant hostage release operation may be executed within the next few days. Negotiations have been ongoing between Israel and Hamas, and sources familiar with the discussions suggest the possibility of this operation taking place "within two days, maybe even less," contingent on the progress of talks with the militant group
Oct 25, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he will face an investigation regarding the security lapses that enabled the recent terrorist attack by Hamas in the southern region of the country on October 7. However, he has stated that this inquiry will take place only after the current military campaign concludes
Oct 25, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Israel, a contentious issue that sparked nationwide debate, will not be extended this year, despite fervent petitions and calls for postponement in light of an ongoing state of emergency. The Israeli Ministry of the Interior, after much deliberation, opted to stick with the annual switch to standard time, setting the stage for shorter days and earlier sunsets
Oct 27, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a move aimed at providing crucial support to businesses grappling with the aftermath of the 'Iron Swords' war, the Ministry of Finance has released a memorandum of law outlining a compensation plan. The plan, designed to be swiftly legislated, is set to pave the way for grant applications as early as November 15th, with a primary focus on small businesses and self-employed individuals who have suffered significant economic setbacks due to the conflict
Oct 30, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a daring ground operation on Monday night, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) successfully rescued female soldier Uri Magidish, who had been kidnapped by Hamas in a raid on the Otaf region on October 7. Magidish, an observer stationed at the Nahal Oz base along the Gaza border, was found in good condition, and no IDF forces were injured during the rescue
Oct 31, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
Education Minister Yoav Kish has declared a complete return to routine in the education system for schools located in green areas with no significant restrictions from the Home Front Command. Minister Kish expressed confidence that, barring any deterioration in the situation, the education system will resume normal operations starting next Sunday in these green zones
Nov 9, 2023
by Ifi Reporter
Category: Government
In a landmark move, the Director General of the Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir, has officially signed a contract for the sale of Israel's cutting-edge air defense system, "Kele David" (Magic Wand), to Finland. The deal, valued at 317 million euros (1.3 billion shekels), marks the first international sale of Rafael's highly acclaimed missile defense system
Nov 12, 2023