Domestic violence
Prosecution appeals sentence in killing of teen Lital Yael Melnick, seeks harsher conviction
The prosecution has appealed the sentence handed to Eduard Kachura, arguing that his actions in the death of Lital Melnick should be classified as reckless killing, not negligent homicide.
Two new adolescent units open at WIZO shelter for survivors of domestic violence
Pardes Hanna woman murdered in first femicide case in Israel in 2026, husband arrested
Wife of Jill Biden’s ex-husband found dead after ‘domestic dispute’ call
This week in Jerusalem: More coronavirus damage
A weekly round-up of city affairs.
Johnny Depp: Amber Heard roundhouse punched me
Asked to describe the violence, Depp said Heard would "strike out."
Michal Sela Forum: Saving lives, preventing domestic violence with tech
"I’ve received hundreds of messages from women telling me that we’ve saved their lives."
Anti-domestic violence play canceled for 'violating' Islamic tradition
Jatt Mayor Khaled Jarrah argued that the show essentially calls for a rebellion against the traditional family roles and violates Islamic law.
Attempted murderer of Shira Isakov sentenced to 23 years in prison
Aviad Moshe was sentenced to 23 years in prison and to pay a compensation fee of NIS 258,000 for the attempted murder of former partner and abuse of their child.
New York City police officer shot and killed
Two officers were shot while responding to a report of domestic violence. One remains in critical condition.
Femicide cases down during 2021, matricide cases rise in disturbing upwards trend
Of the 16 femicide cases reported in Israel in 2021, six were perpetrated by the women’s partners and four by their sons.
Eliran Malul receives life sentence for murder of Michal Sela
During the hearing for Malul's sentencing, he publicly apologized to Sela's parents.
Palestinian tried to drown his wife days before trying to stab soldiers
A Palestinian had tried to drown his wife and poured acid on her face just days before attempting a stabbing attack against police.
Prosecution demands 24-27 years for Shira Isakov abuser
Aviad Moshe continued to claim that he was being "teased" by Isakov, which led to his violence, and complained his voice wasn't being heard.