Nazareth

Israel charges man who allegedly sought Hamas help, researched explosives to attack Ben-Gvir

Prosecutors say Muhammad Awad repeatedly tried to contact Hamas, researched explosives, and considered using a drone or guided missile to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Arrest of Muhammad Awad from Nazareth on on suspicion of promoting terrorist activity, July 21, 2026.
Arrest of Muhammad Awad from Nazareth on on suspicion of promoting terrorist activity, July 21, 2026.

WATCH: Israel Police arrest Nazareth man for planning Hamas-linked plot to attack Ben-Gvir

Weapons and ammunition seized by Israel Police in a raid in Kfar Yarka on July 10, 2026.

Police uncover massive weapons cache in Druze village, complete longstanding investigations

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group B - Canada v Bosnia and Herzegovina - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 12, 2026 Elyanna performs during the opening ceremony before the match.

Israeli-Arab singer from Nazareth, Elyanna, takes the stage at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony


KFC returning to the Holy Land tomorrow in Nazareth

The beloved Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurant chain will be returning to Israel for a fourth attempt at breaking into the fast-food market.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) tenders, a bucket and box of chicken are seen in this picture illustration

In time for Christmas, festival of Liturgy opens in Nazareth

It is perhaps symbolic that this 100-year-old church should be witness to another outreach innovation, the first Festival of Liturgy created by a musician, Nabil Abboud Ashkar.

The Festival of Liturgy launches in Nazareth

Christmas in Israel - 165,000 Christian tourists expected

As in previous years for Christmas, the Tourism Ministry provided free transportation to biblical sites in Bethlehem.

People celebrate during the annual lighting ceremony of a Christmas tree at Manger Square outside the Church of the Nativity, the site revered as the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem

If it’s Christmas time, it must be Nazareth

Nazareth is city full of contrasts; it is home to both mosques broadcasting prayers five times a day from the muezzin and church bells ringing out the hour every hour.

THE NAZARETH GOLDEN Crown Hotel is a great starting off point to enjoy all the Christmas offerings in the city.

Innovation: Nazareth – a holy city and a hi-tech haven

Israel’s largest Arab city, situated at the foot of the Nazareth Range hills, is the picturesque home for approximately 75,000 residents of predominantly Muslim and Christian origin.

THE CHURCH of the Annunciation in Nazareth

KFC officially returning to Israel in fourth (but not-kosher) attempt

The first branch of the new KFC chain will open in Nazareth this month; Negotiations are ongoing for more locations around the country

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) tenders, a bucket and box of chicken are seen in this picture illustration

Nazareth gets tuneful

As Nazareth gears up for Christmas, violinist Nabil Aboud Ashkar and the Polyphony NPO he heads present a stocking full of music.

COLLEGIUM VOCALE Hannover conductor Florian Lohmann.

End the discrimination

Israel police car (Illustrative)

Woman Arab Doctor Defies Odds Running an Emergency Room

Dr. Shaden Salameh blazes new ground in Israel

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Israeli-Arab school: Drop Education Ministry’s overseas travel course

Educators, parents in Nazareth say online curriculum used to prep those going abroad on school trips omits alternative narratives

A WOMAN walks past a mural painted in the colors of the Palestinian flag, in Nazareth on May 9.