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Israel Prison Service track down two inmates who escaped jail, to continue serving sentence

Israel Prison Service succeeded in returning two escaped inmates as it expands operations to bring fugitives to justice.

Israel Prison Service arrests escaped inmate
 Israel Police during operation in Israel's North to thwart murder attempt, April 27, 2025.

Five years on the run: Israel Police catch Palestinian suspect in rape of Polish tourist

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir speaks during a rally in support of the current Israeli government, outside the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, on June 5, 2025.

Former police chiefs petition High Court to block Ben-Gvir’s role in police promotions

 People gather and light candles to remember the Israeli victims of the October 7 massacre at Dizengoff Square in Tel Aviv, October 12, 2023.

Fundraising site for October 7 ceremony targeted in alleged Hack


Israeli music legend Efraim Shamir brought in for police questioning

Efraim Shamir, famous for his work in the popular Israeli rock band Kaveret, is believed to be under suspicion of incitement to terrorism and violence against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israeli singer Efraim Shamir.

Jerusalem Biblical Zoo employee succumbs to wounds sustained in leopard attack

The employee sustained severe injuries to the neck and upper body, and was declared dead after prolonged resuscitation efforts at Hadassah-University Medical Center.

Uriel Nuri, employee of The Jerusalem Biblical Zoo

Israel Police arrest murder suspect in Cyprus after year long operation

According to Israel Police, the suspect murdered Peretz in March 2024 and shot and injured another man and woman in Ashdod.

 Israel Police (illustrative)

Nukhba terrorists must face death penalty or 'rot in prison,' Ben-Gvir says during prison visit

Ben-Gvir said his preference would be to issue a death penalty for the Nukhba terrorists, releasing them would send a message that "Jewish blood is cheap," and incentivize further attacks.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir (R) and Israel Prison Service Chief Kobi Yaakobi visit a prison where high-risk terrorists are held, January 8, 2025; illustrative.

Israeli family indicted for attacking security guards after being denied entry to hospital

The police received the initial report on June 30 about a brawl in the emergency room. Two security guards were injured by the suspects who fled the scene.

 Israel Police (illustrative)

Netanyahu-picked Milwidksy appointed head of Knesset Finance cmtee despite rape allegations

Accusations against Milwidsky include rape and witness tampering, which he has denied.

Likud MK Hanoch Milwidsky chairs a Finance Committee meeting in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, July 29, 2025

Woman shot dead in her home as Arab sector homicides continue to surge

The victim, identified as Sherihan Mishleb by Israeli media, was a divorced mother of three. The motive was "likely criminal," police stated.

Israel Police officers seen at the scene of a murder in Abu Snan, Israel, July 29, 2025

Court releases to house arrest settler suspected of killing Palestinian activist in West Bank

Hathaleen was allegedly shot by Yinon Levi, an extremist previously sanctioned by the Biden administration, the UK, and Canada. 

Israeli soldiers at the scene a Palestinian was shot for throwing stones, in the West Bank city of Hebron, July 28, 2025

Georgian crime gang members arrested for stealing phones, over NIS 1m.

The arrests followed an undercover operation by the Central District’s Central Unit, targeting theft, receiving stolen goods, and conspiracy. 

 Israel police block a road, as rockets are launched from the Gaza Strip, near Ashkelon, southern Israel October 7, 2023.

Woman mildly wounded by stray bullet at Western Wall

Police have opened an investigation into the incident.

 THE MASSES gather at the Western Wall this past Tuesday, during Passover, for the Priestly Blessing.

Indictment filed against Chaim Rotter for severe acts of sexual assault

He was indicted for severe sexual assault against four complainants, including the orchestration of the rape of a boy who was 15 years old at the time.

 Chaim Rotter arrives to a court hearing at the Magistrate's Court in Tel Aviv, July 2, 2025