Ifi Reporter

Fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas has resumed after nearly two months of ceasefire, with the Israeli government launching extensive airstrikes against Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip. The Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yisrael Katz had instructed the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to take forceful action against the Hamas terrorist organization. The decision comes after Hamas refused to release hostages and rejected offers from U.S. President’s envoy, Steve Witkoff, and other mediators

In a groundbreaking deal, Alphabet, Google's parent company, has officially announced its acquisition of Israeli cybersecurity firm WIZ for $32 billion—$9 billion more than its initial offer from several months ago. This acquisition marks the largest ever made by an Israeli company, surpassing the previous record set by Mobileye’s $15 billion sale to Intel in 2017. It is also the largest deal in Alphabet's history, surpassing the $12.5 billion purchase of Motorola Mobility in 2011

In a bold military move, the United States launched a significant strike against the Houthi militia in Yemen, marking one of the most consequential actions of President Donald Trump's second term. The strikes, which targeted key Houthi military assets such as radar systems, air defense systems, missiles, and drones, were aimed at securing international shipping lanes in the Red Sea. In addition to these military targets, the headquarters of the Houthi political bureau in Sanaa and the homes of several Houthi leaders were also hit

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar this evening that he had decided to dismiss him from his position, a move that marks a significant escalation in the relationship between the two officials. Netanyahu met with Bar and announced that he would bring the proposed resolution to dismiss Bar before the Israeli government for approval this week

As the 526th day of captivity for 59 hostages held in Gaza continues, mass demonstrations took place across Israel on Saturday night, calling for the immediate release of those still held. In Kidnappers Square, where thousands gathered, a video featuring Omar Shem Tov, a survivor of captivity, was shown to the crowd. Shem Tov described the horrific conditions he endured while imprisoned and recounted the moments when Hamas terrorists drew weapons in anticipation of an Israeli rescue mission. Shem Tov’s emotional testimony highlighted the dire situation, noting that the hostages are...

An Israeli researcher’s recent report on her return to the University of Cambridge has raised alarm bells regarding Israel’s growing brain drain. Six years after completing her degree at the prestigious institution, the researcher found that the number of Israelis in Cambridge had quadrupled. This worrying trend poses the question: Is Israel’s intellectual brain drain intensifying?

Israel’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) remained unchanged in February, leading to a 3.4% inflation rate for the past 12 months, down from 3.8% in January. The Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) reported this positive figure today (Friday), which defied expectations that inflation would remain steady or rise slightly

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the head of Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, of conducting a "whole campaign of blackmail and threats" against him, following comments made by former Shin Bet chief Nadav Argaman. However, Netanyahu did not elaborate on the actions behind his accusations

Discount Bank reported a modest increase in net profit for 2024, reaching NIS 4.3 billion, up 2.1% from NIS 4.2 billion in 2023. However, the bank's return on equity (ROE) declined to 14.2%, compared to 15.7% in the previous year. Despite the slight dip in ROE, the bank posted solid results, driven by strong performance in the fourth quarter

A recent survey has revealed a significant decline in American support for Israel, with only 46% of adults expressing more sympathy for Israel over the Palestinians when asked, "Who do you sympathize with more?" This marks the lowest level of support Israel has seen in the 25 years the survey has been conducted and follows a similar downward trend seen in 2024, when support was recorded at 51%, tying with 2001 for the lowest ever recorded

According to the latest Central Bureau of Statistics (CBSS) data, the Israeli economy performed worse than expected in 2024. The second estimate of the national accounts revealed that Israel's economic growth in the fourth quarter of 2024 was just 2%, down from the previously estimated 2.5%

Hamas released a distressing video today (Friday) showing Matan Angrest, an Israeli soldier kidnapped during the October 7 attack. The video, which Matan’s family confirmed was made with their approval, shows the soldier in visibly poor health. His family described him as "discharged and despondent," with signs of physical abuse, including a non-functioning right hand, facial asymmetry, and a broken nose. The family believes these injuries are the result of interrogations and torture

The White House has rejected the Arab League's proposal for a $53 billion Gaza reconstruction plan, which called for independent management under the Palestinian Authority. National Security Council spokesman Brian Hughes stated that President Trump remains steadfast in his commitment to the "Riviera in Gaza" plan, which he first presented three weeks ago. This plan has become a point of contention, as Arab states had hoped that the League’s proposal would eliminate Trump's original plan, which includes controversial elements such as the idea of population transfer

Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin has initiated a highly controversial process in an attempt to dismiss the government’s legal advisor, Gali Baharav-Miara, accusing her of politicizing her position. In an 85-page document submitted to the government, Levin outlines his accusations, labeling Baharav-Miara’s actions as part of a broader strategy to undermine the current government and obstruct its policies

A delegation of eight survivors from the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza visited Washington on Wednesday to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. During the emotionally charged meeting, Naama Levy, one of the survivors, told Trump, "You are the hope of the hostages," expressing her gratitude for his continued efforts to secure their release

The government approved the coalition's financial targets for 2025, totaling approximately 5 billion shekels. However, the approval came with significant opposition, particularly from Housing Minister and United Torah Judaism (UTJ) Chairman Yitzhak Goldknopf, who voted against the targets. Goldknopf's opposition stems from his demand for the enactment of the "evade law" before the budget could be approved, a condition he has strongly pushed for in recent months

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is increasingly at odds with Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar, who has made it clear that he does not intend to resign anytime soon, despite mounting pressure from the Prime Minister's office. The tensions between the two leaders have reached a peak, especially following an attack on Netanyahu’s entourage and an ongoing investigation into the October 7th massacre

According to data released today by the Central Bureau of Statistics, the average salary for an employee position in Israel increased by 5.1% in 2024, reaching NIS 13,514 compared to NIS 12,863 in 2023. This growth significantly outpaced the consumer price index (CPI), which rose by 3.2% during the same period. However, this wage increase also has a downside for National Insurance benefits, which are linked to the CPI and are expected to be eroded by approximately 2%

In a significant move for the Israeli medical technology sector, Boston Scientific has acquired the remaining 90% of shares in the Rehovot-based startup SoniVie for $360 million. The deal may increase by an additional $180 million depending on the achievement of certain milestones, a common arrangement in acquisitions within the field. This acquisition comes after Boston Scientific already owned a 10% stake in SoniVie

In a groundbreaking achievement, the Israeli-Palestinian film No Other Country won the Oscar for Best Documentary at the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday night. The documentary, which has sparked significant controversy in Israel, presents a stark and powerful portrayal of life under Israeli occupation in the Masafar Yatta community in the southern Hebron Hills