Gaza border communities
Finally seeing the site of the October 7 massacre with my own eyes - opinion
In the early months after October 7, 2023, the idea of going felt almost ghoulish – voyeuristic even. Who was I to tread on such sacred ground, soil soaked with blood and tears?
IDF builds secret northern Gaza outpost that will stop future Hamas invasions
'A miracle it ended with only minor wounds': IDF soldier wounded by accidental fire from Gaza
Israeli educators relocate to North and South to rebuild education system
'Counterproductive incentive': Hardest-hit Gaza border towns slam gov't canceling return grant
The lawyers stated in the letter that the heads of the towns in question will petition the High Court of Justice if the government decision is not repealed.
Gov't clears return of Gaza border residents amid security concerns - report
These communities include Kibbutz Be'eri, Hulit, Kissufim, Kfar Aza, Kerem Shalom, Nahal Oz, Nir Am, Nir Yitzhak, Nir Oz, Netiv Ha’asara, Sufa, and Ein Hashlosha.
Farming under fire: Feeding Israel in crisis - opinion
Food security is a critical line of defense and the foundation of national resilience.
FBI delegation in Israel to investigate October 7 crimes on US citizens
As part of the investigation, FBI representatives are working to obtain a full picture of the events from the crime scenes themselves.
How foreign caregivers became Israel's lifelines during October 7 massacre
The bravery and compassion of ‘the strangers within your gates’: Whose needs do we put first in this moment?
Kerem Shalom residents respond to IDF's Oct. 7 probe, call for state inquiry
In a statement following the IDF probe into the events of October 7, the members of Kibbutz Kerem Shalom thank the IDF for their investigation, but call for a broad state commission inquiry.
Stunning 1,600-year-old Byzantine mosaic unveiled in Western Negev
Known as the Be’er Shema (Birsama) mosaic, it stands out as one of the most impressive ancient mosaics found in southern Israel.
IDF chief to Eshkol council head: 'Hostages' return, community's security are top priorities'
The Eshkol Council Head shared the deepening difficulty faced by residents living under the heavy bombardment, a high level of tension, and deep concern for the fate of the hostages.
'Died of a broken heart': Tamar Kutz, one of the founders of Kfar Aza, dies at 82
Tamar's husband, Benny, accompanied her until her last day. The two, veterans and leaders of the kibbutz, lived there their entire adult lives, and raised their children there.
The body remembers: On documenting trauma with care - opinion
Sharing testimonies is a form of storytelling that can help survivors make sense of their trauma.
A memoir of courage and love: British-Israeli pioneer living on the Gaza border - review
Interviews with released hostages and families of victims illustrate how many of them were pioneers who made the Western Negev bloom.
