Petah Tikva

'Struggling to process': One person tried to defend Yemanu Zalka during Independence Day eve attack

The Petah Tikva Magistrate's Court extended by five days the detention of the main suspect in Zalka's murder, as well as that of three other teenage suspects.

People gather outside a Pizza Hut branch in Petah Tikva, lighting candles and placing flowers in memory of employee Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, who was stabbed and later died of his wounds on the eve of Independence Day, April 25, 2026.
Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, 21, was stabbed in Petah Tikva on Independence Day and later succumbed to his wounds.

Petah Tikva names new sports complex after Yemanu Binyamin Zalka, murdered on Independence Day eve

Newly appointed Police Commissioner Daniel Levi at a ceremony of new appointments and ranks of the Israeli police, at the Ministry of National Security in Jerusalem, on July 4, 2023.

After week of killings, police chief says some murders ‘impossible to prevent’ as anger grows

Illustration image of handcuffs on the hands of an arrested man, in Jerusalem, May 21, 2025.

Suspect in Independence Day murder is son of senior figure in defense establishment


Israel Police question Petah Tikva mayor in bribery, breach of trust investigation

Petah Tikva municipality's director, Yaniv Benita, was also detained on Monday morning for additional questioning.

 General view of the Lahav 443 police unit headquarters in the city of Lod on November 4, 2019.

Personal pizzas with a social purpose: A new initiative for at-risk youth

The Shekulo Tov group has launched the first branch of the Solo Pizza Pie chain in Petah Tikva—an exciting social initiative employing at-risk youth.

 Solo Pizza Pie

The Mishkan: Petah Tikva's shrine to Asian cuisine - review

You get to try small portions of so many different dishes, just enough to form an opinion before moving on to the next exotic taste.

 The Mikdash

Bershka and Pull&Bear open flagship stores with global designs at Ofer Grand Mall, Petah Tikva

The investment in opening these flagship stores is estimated at approximately NIS 12 million.


Vin et Viande: 100% Israeli despite the French name - review

The restaurant is the brainchild of Ran Dor Hai, who is behind the popular Whiskey Bar at Sarona, and active in the running of the Azrieli mall’s DNA dining section.

 Vin et Viande

PMO security scandal heats up with arrest of new suspect

On Sunday, it was reported that Netanyahu's aid, Eliezer Feldstein, was a suspect in leaking sensitive security documents.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a state ceremony at Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem on October 27, 2024

Delicious news from Israel: Expanding meat empires in Eilat and Petah Tikva

Two renowned meat establishments are on the rise, bringing unique dining experiences to Eilat and Petah Tikva.

Vin&Viande

LOVE fashion complex: Shopping with style and purpose

Discover the unique LOVE fashion complex in Petah Tikva, offering top international brands and giving back to society - a shopping experience filled with style and love for others.

  "Love" complex in Petah Tikva

Big Shopping Centers introduces mixed-use concept with BIG FASHION complex

Big Shopping Centers launches BIG FASHION complex in Petah Tikva, featuring commerce, offices, hotels, and parking. Completion date yet to be announced.

  BIG FASHION PTV complex

IAF jet's stray bomb kills Lt. Shahar Ben Nun, 21

During the incident, a plane that was supposed to hit a target 300 meters from the troops struck an apartment near the soldiers due to a technical malfunction, resulting in Ben Nun’s death.

 Shahar Ben Nun, 21, was killed in the Gaza Strip, August 19, 2024.