Where Jesus Was Baptized, Jordan Vies With Israel For Tourists
While UNESCO and the Vatican agree the site is in Jordan, a spot across the Jordan River, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, draws more visitors.
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What To Know As Israel's Netanyahu Goes On Trial For Corruption Charges
The Israeli prime minister is due in court Sunday for corruption charges, including that he allegedly offered a media company regulatory favors for positive coverage.
A Shaky Coalition Government Takes Office In Israel
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu begins a record fifth consecutive term, but in 18 months he'll switch places with rival Benny Gantz per their coalition agreement. Gantz for now is defense minister.
New Report Notes Rise In Coronavirus-Linked Anti-Semitic Hate Speech
The report, released Monday by researchers at Tel Aviv University, notes an 18% increase in anti-Semitic violence in 2019 and recent accusations blaming Jews for causing and spreading the coronavirus.
Israel's Netanyahu Wins Bid To Remain As Prime Minister In Deal With Election Rival
The right-wing leader would stay in office until October 2021, when the role would pass to centrist Benny Gantz. The agreement is set to break the deadlock Israel has faced over three elections.
Israel's Defense And Spy Agencies Step Up Anti-Coronavirus Efforts
Usually quiet Israeli government agencies and contractors are going public with their battle against COVID-19.
Israel Faces Challenges In Fighting Coronavirus In Ultra-Orthodox Communities
Ultra-Orthodox Jews make up about 12% of Israel's population — but account for many of Israel's COVID-19 cases. This week a senior rabbi finally urged his followers to obey government lockdown orders.
Still Locked in Conflict, Israelis and Palestinians Need Each Other To Fight COVID-19
Violence hasn't ended, but it's barely registering headlines. "The corona doesn't care about religion," says Palestinian cartoonist Safaa Odah. "Doesn't care where you live."
Israel Begins Tracking And Texting Those Possibly Exposed To The Coronavirus
The move draws criticism over privacy, as concerns rise about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attempts to stay in power.
Coronavirus: Israel Will Require Quarantine For Everyone Entering The Country
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the decision was a difficult one. Israel has reported nearly 40 cases of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.