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By Elad Huminer
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The Holiday That Took Root: Tu BiShvat and the Making of Modern Israel
How did an ancient Talmudic date become Israel’s national Tree-Planting Holiday? Read the fascinating historical journey from the 1,500 saplings of Yesוd HaMa’ala in 1884, through the educational revolution in Zichron Yaakov, to the birthday of the Knesset. Tu BiShvat, which falls today (Monday), February 2, is the date on which the New Year for
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Israel Lays Ran Gvili to Rest, the Last Hostage to Return Home from Gaza
Hundreds of mourners gathered today (Wednesday) in the southern Israeli community of Meitar to accompany Staff Sgt. Rani (Ran) Gvili to his final resting place – 845 days after his death on October 7, 2023. Gvili, a fighter in the Israel Police elite Negev Yamam unit, was among the first to rush into battle during
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From the Iraqi Underground to Israel’s Cabinet: The Life and Legacy of Shoshana Arbeli-Almozlino
Yesterday, January 26, marked 100 years since the birth of Shoshana (Rose) Arbeli-Almozlino, a member of the Zionist underground in Iraq who later immigrated to Israel, rose to key positions, and touched countless lives. Her life and legacy can teach us about genuine leadership that blends identity with values, cooperation with courage, and vision with
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On the Last Flight out of Tehran: The Forgotten Israeli–Iranian Wildlife Partnership
Against the backdrop of unrest in Iran and memories of the pre-1979 era, here is the remarkable story of a dream that became reality: a pair of the rare Persian fallow deer boarded the last flight from Iran to Israel in December 1978. This forgotten chapter of Israeli–Iranian cooperation began in the early years of
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Beneath the Highway, a Biblical World: Canaanite Ritual Site Unearthed Near Megiddo
This past November, archaeologists uncovered a rock-hewn winepress dating back some 5,000 years – the earliest such installation ever found in Israel. The discovery was made during excavations conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority as part of a major transportation project along Highway 66, a stretch of approximately 1.2 kilometers, where numerous finds from different
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Son of the Iranian Shah Reza Pahlavi Meets Head of Samaria Regional Council
Against the backdrop of the widespread unrest in Iran, an especially noteworthy meeting was revealed this morning (Thursday). Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, met with Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s last shah and the crown prince in exile. Pahlavi is the principal claimant to the Iranian crown, operating from the United
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Police Chase Arson Suspect in Jerusalem
Police received a report of a man attempting to ignite a wooded area in southern Jerusalem. He was apprehended after a short chase.
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Fighting Terror in Judea and Samaria: Weekly Update
Over the past week, Israeli security forces arrested around 75 wanted individuals and seized more than 40 weapons in Judea and Samaria. The operations included thwarting a planned terror attack and uncovering a large weapons cache.
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Stabbing Attack in Tel Aviv: Armed Civilian Neutralizes Terrorist, Victim Hospitalized
28-year-old victim of the attack was conscious and transported to Ichilov Hospital in the city. The assailant, a 19-year-old from Tulkarm, was shot and eliminated. Senior paramedic Itai Atias: “We provided life-saving assistance immediately. He was responsive and speaking with us.”
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How the Mighty Have Fallen! Four IDF Soldiers Killed in Gaza Blast
Israel mourns the loss of four brave Nahal Brigade soldiers who sacrificed their lives in a devastating incident in northern Gaza, leaving a legacy of courage, devotion, and unwavering commitment to their people.
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Iran’s Top Commander in Syria Admits “An Unprecedented Collapse”
In a rare and candid admission, a senior Iranian general overseeing operations in Syria acknowledged his country’s severe defeat in the war-torn nation, criticizing both Iran’s strategy and its ally, Russia.
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