Isaac Herzog
Government tells High Court draft arrests risk civil war, says case outcome 'known in advance'
“Israel needs haredi recruits, not haredi detainees,” the government said, arguing that arrests of yeshiva students could reverse a gradual increase in enlistment and risk civil war.
Herzl's grandparents’ remains expected to arrive in Jerusalem for reburial in coming days
Herzog calls Bahrain 'important partner in shaping Middle East future' during phone call with king
Grapevine, July 24, 2026: Is Jewish unity a myth?
Herzog slams Turkish FM's comments that Israel is 'burden on the world'
"Israel stands at the forefront against the terrorism threatening the entire world. Around the world, Israeli innovations and inventions bring blessings to billions of people every day," he said.
A-G Baharav-Miara: Gov't not complying with court order undermines basic rule of law
President Herzog warned that refusing to comply with a Supreme Court ruling is a "red line," as opposition leaders accused the government of triggering Israel's most serious constitutional crisis.
'Greatest force for freedom': Middle East leaders congratulate US, Trump on 250th Independence Day
Political leaders from across the Middle East sent messages to President Trump on the Fourth of July, with many underscoring positive relations with the US and the nation's commitment to democracy.
'Mazal tov America!': Herzog shares congratulatory message with US amb. Huckabee ahead of July 4
In his letter to Trump, Herzog thanked the American president for his "steadfast commitment to Israel's security. May you continue to lead the Middle East and the world toward peace and security."
Grapevine, July 3, 2026: Presidential terms
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
Editor's Notes: Countries didn't ban athletes from flying to Israel, they let the paperwork do it
A movement that began because Jews were shut out of a gym in Constantinople built games so Jews could always get in. This year, Jews who wanted in were kept out by paperwork of friendly governments.
As Arab sector violence soars, Israeli imams complete leadership program to combat crime
The year-long Imams as Community Leaders program brought Islamic leaders from across the country to study community resilience, conflict resolution, and violence prevention strategies.
Herzog addresses Romanian Parliament, thanks Trump, Rubio for Israel-Lebanon deal
President Isaac Herzog addressed the joint plenary of the Romanian Parliament during his state visit to the country on Monday.
'A national disgrace': Netanyahu, MKs decry rabbi who hurled abuse at Zamir at anti-draft rally
On Monday, the rabbi verbally attacked Zamir, saying, "may his name and memory be erased," after a soldier was sent to prison because he wore a 'Messiah' patch.
Grapevine, June 26, 2026: Moments in history
Movers and shakers in Israeli society.
