Galilee

Open-water swimmers successfully completed a 12-kilometer crossing of the Sea of Galilee from Ein Gev to Ginosar, defying recent amoeba concerns and boosting local tourism.

A couple revisits Hamatya, a boutique retreat in the Lower Galilee moshav of Ilaniya, exploring local culinary gems, historical walking trails, and a unique wine bar supporting trauma survivors.

Discover Israel's best new hummus spots, from innovative Galilee joints to Tel Aviv's trendiest plates and desert gems in Mitzpe Ramon, redefining a beloved classic.

Tel Aviv's celebrated pop-up Sikh has returned as a permanent food bar in Florentin, blending Galilee skewer traditions with modern Israeli culinary innovation.

Over 300 experts urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to freeze Amendment 5 to National Master Plan 35, warning it threatens Negev and Galilee development.

Security forces and helicopters were deployed to the Western Galilee following a drone infiltration alert near the Lebanese border on Saturday evening.

As Israel's northern region rebuilds following extensive wartime devastation, local communities like Manara and organizations like the HaBayta movement are taking reconstruction into their own hands through innovation hubs, culinary academies, and grassroots resilience.

The village of Peki'in in northern Israel is hosting the "Totoret HaAretz" farmers' market on October 9-10 to revive local tourism and community life following years of security challenges.

A new medical student village featuring 27 housing units is opening at Kibbutz Amiad in the Galilee, aiming to encourage future doctors to live and work in northern Israel.

Tension erupted in the Galilee after the Misgav Regional Council advised Jewish residents to stay home during Simchat Torah due to nearby protests, drawing sharp criticism from locals and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.

A violent confrontation erupted at Kabri Junction in the Western Galilee during anti-government protests, as dozens of demonstrations take place nationwide.

Two accidents involving loose horses on Route 65 in the Galilee within a week have resulted in one fatality and severe injuries, prompting police investigations into animal owners.

The Zionist Planning Institute launched in Israel to promote Jewish settlement, territorial contiguity, and demographic balance in the Negev and the Galilee regions.

A man in his 30s drowned at the Sea of Galilee and a 17-year-old boy was found dead after drowning at Delilah Beach in Ashkelon following an extensive search.

Following local protests, KKL-JNF is relocating a disputed grazing encampment near Majd al-Krum, replacing outside activists with Galilee guards to ease regional tensions.

Sajud Badran, a resident of Majd al-Krum, was released under house arrest following her arrest at a Galilee protest over a disputed compound on JNF land.

Security forces halted the transfer of a livestock herd to a contested Galilee pasture near Majd al-Krum following Shin Bet warnings over potential nationalist riots ahead of the holidays.

The Ministry of Health issued an urgent rabies warning for the Western Galilee after discovering a rabid dog near Shefa-Amr, urging anyone exposed since late August to seek immediate medical treatment.

Rosh Hashanah is the time when Israelis drink the most wine. Ahead of the holiday, we have put together a selection of ten local wines from the north and south of the country that are worth trying in the new year.

Four people were injured in an accident on Route 89 near Ma'ilya. The man and the child are suffering from head injuries. A 35-year-old woman and a one-year-old baby were moderately injured. The four were evacuated to the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya.

Proactive activity by YASAM Galilee fighters and the National Guard, with the assistance of a dog handler and a police dog, led to the discovery of a rifle, a handgun, and magazines. A 30-year-old suspect was arrested and taken for questioning.

Ryan Kamal Asaad from Kisra was excited to enter 12th grade and had already prepared everything required, but three days before the start of school he was killed in a fatal car accident that claimed the life of another person. "His dreams were shattered. He will no longer go to the army, will not enter 12th grade," said his father in pain, who called out to the public with a plea: "Drive...

"Whoever wants to bash the city presents Hermon Square and says 'This city is dead, everything here is closed'". After years of standing desolate, a group of families who moved north and settled in Kiryat Shmona are inaugurating a cultural center in the square, aimed at reviving the city's symbol. A representative of the city's veterans says: "These families give us light".

The Finance Minister presented a plan to establish dozens of new settlements in the Negev and the Galilee by handing the Planning Administration and the Israel Land Authority to his party in the next government. He declared: "We will remove all anti-Zionist elements from these systems and cancel the plans that create sequences of Arab settlement and choke Jewish settlements."

The Finance Minister presented a plan to establish dozens of new settlements in the Negev and the Galilee — by handing the Planning Administration and the Israel Land Authority to his party in the next government — and declared: "We will remove all anti-Zionist elements from these systems and cancel the plans that create sequences of Arab settlement and choke Jewish communities."

Police officers spotted two off-road motorcycles without license plates driving recklessly in Kibbutz Mishmar HaYarden. One of the riders lost control, abandoned the motorcycle, and attempted to flee on foot. A check revealed that he was driving without a valid license and without insurance.

Parents in border-adjacent communities expected a significant benefit in daycare tuition. Instead, they discovered a double charge for an "extra package" and a payment of thousands of shekels in advance until the subsidy arrives.

Efraim Halfala (65), a cattle farmer, was patrolling his lands near Moshav Sde Eliezer in the Upper Galilee with his five-year-old grandson when he spotted a suspicious quad bike. After photographing the vehicle, he was attacked by its occupants with a baton.

Following the Kol HaYehudi investigation that exposed the Khamaisi plan to alter the demographic map of the Galilee, Professor Rassem Khamaisi responded in an interview with Radio Al-Shams, stating that the Arab community must act politically to work for a fair distribution of land.

The "Adam Ve'Adama" network will open a new agricultural boarding school in the upcoming school year at Kibbutz Matzuva, near the Lebanese border. Students will combine studies for a matriculation certificate, preparation for the IDF, and work with local farmers.

As the Jewish presence is shrinking in large areas, while Arab settlements are spreading over vast territories, the security threat is already visible on the horizon.

During an arrest operation in the town of Sha'ab against those involved in shooting incidents, police found weapons and ammunition hidden on a tin shed in a children's playground. Since the beginning of the year, the police have seized more than 580 weapons in the northern region.

Under sirens during training, evacuation of settlements, and a forced two-and-a-half-month break without games – the club's home-grown players refused to give up and celebrated a dramatic promotion to the National League. Coach Moshe Rahamim and the players recount the unbelievable season: "It showed us that this has long been more than just basketball."

Singer and songwriter Maor Ben Haim, one of the owners of the "Atsa Sushi Bar" restaurant in Ma'alot-Tarshiha, surprised a company of soldiers who arrived to dine at the place. Alongside a generous meal at the house's expense, he sat down next to them and began to sing, giving them a joyful break.

Senior government and security officials, along with municipal leaders, gathered in Safed for the Galilee Conference 2026. The event focused on strengthening security, accelerating demographic growth, and transforming the North into an independent hub of opportunity.

Police forces arrested two suspects last week, including an illegal resident, who loaded over a ton of watermelons into their vehicle from an agricultural field near Ein HaMifratz. A herd of about 300 sheep was also brought onto the site, causing heavy damage to the crops. Indictments were filed against the two this morning.

The 2026 Galilee Conference, under the title "Restoring security to the North", will take place today at the Culture Hall in Safed.

Senior security, government, and local authority officials will gather to discuss the challenges of the North, civil resilience, and the steps required for the continued development and prosperity of the Galilee.

Wafaa Hasarma (35) from the village of Bi'ina in the Galilee was shot to death in her car; her two children were unharmed. Following a covert investigation, four suspects were arrested for involvement in the murder.

Bar Clara Mendes McKinnon left a rewarding job at Meta in Ireland and returned to live in the Galilee following October 7. Today she is the CEO of Value Gateway and explains why for her this is "modern Zionism" and why she chose the north.

From Kiryat Shmona to Nahariya, new initiatives seek to bring families, employment, and innovation to the Galilee. Just before the Galilee Conference 2026, we went to see what is already happening on the ground.

Nearly 900 million shekels will be invested over three years in programs for infrastructure, housing, and education in Israel's North. This follows nearly a billion shekels already approved earlier this year. KKL-JNF Chairman Eyal Ostrinsky stated that the organization provides immediate funding where state processes are often delayed.

Tibi's at the Vered HaGalil holiday village is a Galilean institution where chef Haim Tibi masters the art of meat. Despite the scorching 40-degree heat outside, the restaurant offers a cool, elegant retreat and some of the best steaks in the country.

There is an optical illusion that occurs the moment we head north. We carry the 'center' of urgency and efficiency with us, viewing the Galilee as a periphery. But it is time to shift our consciousness.

The next time you head north, don't ask yourself "when are we arriving?" Look outside, breathe the air, and realize you have arrived. The center has moved. Now it is your turn to be truly present in it.

The chairman of the "Yashar!" party visited Margalit Startup City in Kiryat Shmona, met with business owners, and declared that the rehabilitation of the North would be a top priority for his future government. The visit highlighted innovation and growth activities ongoing in the Galilee since the start of the war.

In the community of Shekhaniya in the Western Galilee, a creative hub offers a unique experience: from seasonal Galilean cuisine and homemade liqueurs to artisan guitar making and design workshops.

Four months after being killed by accidental IDF artillery fire during Operation "Lion's Roar," Ofer (Pushko) Moskovich was laid to rest in Kibbutz Misgav Am. Hundreds gathered to honor the Galilee farmer.

The Negev and the Galilee are the strategic and social heart of Israel. It is time to move from point-based support to large-scale investments, turning the periphery into the country's main economic growth engine.

In recent days, an orgy of hatred against settlers has developed, which is also significant among some of the "Democrats" elected to the next Knesset. This hatred has deteriorated to the point of blaming settlers for the violence they themselves experience as an integral part of their lives. Against this, one must remember: in the world in general, and in our region in particular, there are good...