Society

Seven new defamation lawsuits were filed in Israel by public figures and journalists, including Lucy Ahrisch and Ronen Bergman, through a coordinated legal campaign against online fake news and incitement.

Retired Colonel Shuli Eyal successfully appealed a 200,000 shekel fine from a plea bargain, reducing it to 75,300 shekels after the state admitted the original penalty exceeded legal limits.

The Department of Police Investigations filed an indictment against a police detective in the Haifa Magistrates' Court for severe assaults and obstruction of justice.

A six-month undercover police operation in East Jerusalem and the West Bank led to the arrest of 24 suspects and the seizure of weapons, drugs, and counterfeit cash.

An Eilat resident was indicted after a dramatic police chase involving traffic violations, trespassing on a school roof, and severe threats against officers.

A severe indictment was filed against producer Udi Elon for relentless threats, extortion, harassment, and privacy violations against Channel 12 news anchor Adva Dadon.

Israeli police arrested a car lot owner in Binyamin following a Channel 13 investigation exposing the sale of dangerous, accident-damaged vehicles with manipulated mileage.

A couple returning from vacation discovered a private parking service at Ben Gurion Airport used their car without permission, stole items, and left it drained and filthy.

Israeli police arrested a new suspect in the Caesarea murder of Caucasus mafia boss Janis Yushbayev, who was shot dead at a gas station last month.

A female police officer was lightly injured in Rishon LeZion after clinging to a fleeing suspect's car door. The suspect was later captured and police will request his remand extension.

A family in the Merhavim Regional Council suffered three burglaries in a month by the same gang, resulting in massive property theft, extensive damage, and stolen vehicles.

Ovadia Cohen, grandson of late Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, publicly detailed childhood sexual abuse at a Jerusalem yeshiva, seeking to help other survivors and shift the shame.

The District Court in Nof HaGalil sentenced Denis Mokin to 22 years in prison for the 2023 reckless homicide of 19-year-old Diyar Omri following a road dispute in Gilboa.

The Jerusalem District Court ruled that Linor Sasson, mother of a murder defendant, will remain in detention. Sasson faces charges of accessory after the fact and obstruction of justice in the Binyahu Razi case.

A Hadera saleswoman was indicted for saving a customer's credit card details after a physical store purchase and using them to fraudulently buy items.

Two Nazareth residents were arrested after police found drugs and a fragmentation grenade hidden under a baby stroller in a car during a raid on a rental cabin.

Israel Police filed an indictment against an Eilat resident in his 30s for driving without a license, fleeing police, and threatening an officer and his family.

A 19-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing incident on Shlomo Ben Yosef Street in Ashdod. Police launched an investigation with a suspected criminal background.

The Beersheba District Court will sentence Suriya Abu Arar for the reckless homicide of engaged couple Shahaf Danino and Eliav Abukasis in a fatal crash.

The Israel Securities Authority concluded its criminal probe into Daniel Zaritsky over the unlawful marketing of the Pocket Option platform to Israeli investors, transferring the case to prosecutors.

Channel 12 journalist Adva Dadon warned the public that scammers created a fake Facebook group using her name to lure users into fraudulent financial advice schemes.

A Qalansawe resident was arrested for allegedly inciting violence against MK Mansour Abbas on social media. Meanwhile, police continue cracking down on online threats targeting Israeli public figures.

The deputy mayor of Rishon LeZion was questioned again by police regarding serious allegations including rape and threats. Prosecutors will soon review the case.

The family of missing girl Haimnot Kasau met with Lahav 433 police officers, expressing deep frustration and demanding the case be transferred to the Shin Bet.

A Netivot factory safe containing millions in checks was stolen during the holiday despite a triggered security alert, while a separate moshav home was burglarized of gold, jewelry, and a firearm.

A convicted weapons smuggler from Kuseife has been ordered to pay the state 105,000 shekels to cover his emergency military helicopter evacuation following a border chase.

A Petah Tikva court extended the remand of Yigal Boskila, suspect in the abduction of a 10-year-old boy, as police investigate additional complaints.

Three brothers and their father have been charged with kidnapping a man over a drug debt, extorting his family, and shooting near his legs before a Yamam rescue operation.

The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment against a 55-year-old central Israel resident for allegedly raping and abusing his daughter for six years starting at age eight.

A violent clash occurred outside the Petah Tikva Family Court during a custody hearing for the daughter of Lia Malka, who was murdered in June. Her ex-husband, once a murder suspect, faced angry relatives.

The Jerusalem District Court weighs house arrest for Linor Sasson, a suspect in Beniahu Razi's murder. The victim's mother and legal representatives strongly oppose the release, citing her criminal history and alleged role in orchestrating the violent attack.

The partner of the prime suspect in the Jaffa murder of Muhammad Rafat Ahmad Katuwan was arrested at Ben Gurion Airport trying to flee Israel. Police are appealing a court decision to release her as the probe into organized crime ties continues.

Shimon Weisfeld, indicted on Friday for assaulting his elderly mother, died hours later at Tzalmon Prison on the eve of Rosh Hashanah, prompting an official investigation by the Israel Prison Service.

Jerusalem prosecutors filed an indictment against a Beersheba man for spiking baby food jars with psychiatric drugs, poisoning five toddlers who required emergency hospitalization.

Police in Kafr Kanna indicted a 34-year-old resident for burglary after he surprisingly returned stolen items with a note, only to be caught following a second break-in.

Israeli police arrested a 60-year-old driver on Route 65 traveling at 170 km/h with an astronomical alcohol level of 1,720 micrograms and positive drug tests.

An Eilat party led to a drug raid and the seizure of thousands of gold and silver coins. Although money laundering suspicions were dropped, tax authorities refuse to return the valuable treasure.

The State Attorney's Office indicted four individuals, including a minor, for attempting to smuggle 17 kg of hashish across the Jordanian border, facing charges of drug export and violating sovereignty.

An indictment was filed against a Kiryat Motzkin resident for violently assaulting and threatening to kill his elderly mother, following a police investigation.

Two suspects were arrested following an international investigation into human trafficking and pimping, operating between foreign countries and Israel.