Deadly storm hits Israel

Bitter winter conditions returned this week, temporarily ending a past month of spring weather. By Erin Viner Citizens and visitors braced for heavy rain, floods, hail, thunderstorms and gusty winds…

Christmas snow falls in the Holy Land

At least 25 cm (nearly 10 inches) of snow has accumulated on Mount Hermon in northern Israel. By Erin Viner Flurries of snow dusted the Holy Land just in time…

Holy Land frosted with snow

Snowfall has turned much of Israel into a winter wonderland. Most residents greeted the flurries with joy, and set out to build snowmen and engage in other celebratory activities. Heavy…

Winter storms sweep Israel

Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and powerful winds have been besieging Israel over the past two days, from the north of the country down to the northern Negev Desert. The Sea of…