World marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Six million European Jews were killed by the Nazis and their collaborators during the Holocaust, of which an estimated 1.5 million were children. By Erin Viner Holocaust survivors and leaders…

Israeli Pres. vows to protect democracy

"The principles of the Declaration of Independence and the Jewish and democratic contours of our state are my guiding lights and I will not allow them to be harmed," stressed…

Israel greets new Turkish envoy

For the first time since the restoration of full diplomatic relations, President Isaac Herzog formally received the credentials of the Ambassador of Turkey, Şakir Özkan Torunlar. By Erin Viner Torunlar…

Netanyahu announces new government

With just minutes to the deadline, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, announced success in forming the country’s 37th government. By Erin Viner After weeks of unexpectedly tough negotiations with…

Israel celebrates Hanukah

The eight-day holiday is marked on the Hebrew calendar date of 25 Kislev. This year it is taking place 18-26 December, coinciding with Christmas. It is marked with the lighting…

Israel, Turkey advance trade ties

The historic summit convenes to continue the momentum of enhancing bilateral economic relations. By Erin Viner A delegation from 60 import firms, members of the Federation of Israeli Chambers of…

Israeli President visits Bahrain, UAE

Herzog is the first Israeli head of state to visit the Kingdom of Bahrain for a State Visit at the invitation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.…

Far-right MK appointed Security Minister

The designation comes as part of a coalition deal with Prime Minister-Designate Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party. By Erin Viner "We took a big step towards a full coalition agreement, toward…

Possible thaw in Egypt-Turkey tensions

Leaders of both countries met briefly at the World Cup in Qatar. By Erin Viner The office of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan released a photograph taken on Sunday of…