Israel
Follow the latest Israel news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
- Sep 19
Gaza protests escalate after deal to ease blockade fails
Palestinian protests are escalating after the failure of Egyptian-led efforts to broker a deal between the Islamic militant group Hamas and Israel to ease the Gaza blockade
Sep 19
- Sep 17
Palestinian stabs American-Israeli man to death in West Bank
A Palestinian assailant has fatally stabbed a well-known Israeli settler to death Sunday at a busy mall in the West Bank
Sep 17
- Sep 13
Netanyahu aide accused of assault takes leave of absence
A top aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Thursday that he was taking a leave of absence following allegations of sexual assault
Sep 13
- Sep 10
Israeli music scene jolted by international boycott movement
A string of cancellations by international artists turns Israeli music festival into the latest battleground between Israel and a Palestinian-led boycott movement
Sep 10
- Jul 30
American college student swept out to sea in Israel found dead
TeNiya Elnora Jones was swimming near Tel Aviv when she was swept out to sea.
Jul 30 - Jul 24
Israel shoots down Syrian fighter jet
The fighter jet was "intercepted" by Patriot missiles in Israeli airspace, according to the IDF.
Jul 24
- Jul 20
Israel passes controversial Jewish nation-state law
Critics describe the law as racist and say it harms the rights of Palestinians.
Jul 20
- Jul 18
US Embassy in Jerusalem to cost more than $21 million -- nearly 100 times President Trump’s estimate
The State Department awarded Maryland-based company Desbuild Limak D&K a contract for $21.2 million to revamp security for the new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem.
Jul 18
- Jun 11
U.S opening new American embassy in Jerusalem
Trump igniting months of protests with his decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Jun 11
- Jun 11
Protests continue at Gaza border after deadliest day in years
ABC News' Molly Hunter reports from Gaza City a day after Israeli forces killed over 50 protesters.
Jun 11
- Jun 11
Over 50 dead as US opens embassy in Jerusalem
More than 50 people, including eight children, were killed by the Israeli military in Palestinian protests that erupted Monday along the Gaza border, Palestinian authorities said.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israel acted with 'restraint' in Gaza border clash: Haley
U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley said Israel was facing Hamas extremists who incited people who lobbed flaming objects toward the Israeli side of the border fence and urged protest marchers to breach it.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
President Trump's video message played at US Embassy opening in Jerusalem
The president's remarks were met with a standing ovation during the ceremony.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
New US embassy opens in Jerusalem
Jared and Ivanka Trump are in Israel to witness one of President Trump's most controversial campaign promises fulfilled, recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
When Trump 'makes a promise, he keeps it,' Kushner says as Jerusalem embassy opens amid protests
Kushner also drew a standing ovation with his reference to Trump's announced withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Dozens dead in Gaza protests
Israeli forces reportedly shot and killed at least 55 Palestinians and wounded more than 1,200 during mass protests Monday along the Gaza border.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Tensions rise as the US prepares to move its embassy to Jerusalem
The opening of the embassy will coincide with the anniversary of the creation of the state of Israel.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israeli military blames Iranian forces for firing direct strike
The Israeli military says Iranian forces fired about 20 rockets into the Golan Heights from Syria, targeting its military in that Israeli-controlled region.
Jun 11 - Jun 11
Israel launches missiles at Iranian military targets in Syria
The move was in response to an attack, allegedly by Iranian troops, in the Golan Heights.
Jun 11 - Jun 6
May 29, 2005: Mahmoud Abbas on Israel, terrorist organizations and his vision for the future of the Gaza Strip
"This Week's" George Stephanopoulos speaks with the Palestinian president after his meeting with President George W. Bush at the White House.
Jun 6 - May 15
Israeli troops kill 2 and injure hundreds, Palestinians say
Gaza was calmer on Tuesday after the deadliest day since 2014.
May 15 - May 15
Nikki Haley denies Gaza violence is related to new US Embassy in Jerusalem
Haley denied the violence was connected to the new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem.
May 15 - May 15
Palestinian photographer's personal account of the violence in Gaza
Reuters photographer Ibraheem Abu Mustafa documents the protests and violence in Gaza.
May 15 - May 15
In shift, US backs Israel fully after global outcry over Gaza violence: ANALYSIS
Other countries have demanded that Israel stop using live gunfire.
May 15 - May 15
Over 50 Palestinians in massive protest are killed by Israeli military, bloodiest day in Gaza since 2014 war
More than 50 people have been killed, including eight children in Palestinian protests that erupted over the U.S. embassy's opening in Jerusalem.
May 15 - May 14
Controversial pro-Trump pastor gives blessing at Jerusalem embassy opening
Robert Jeffress has a history of making controversial remarks about religion.
May 14 - May 14
Israel wins Eurovision Song Contest with chicken dance
The biggest story in Israel is not the Iranian strikes last week.
May 14 - May 11
Opening of US Embassy in Jerusalem: What to know
Next week's inauguration marks a historic change in U.S. policy. Here's why.
May 11 - Apr 23
Natalie Portman snubs $1 million award, blames Benjamin Netanyahu
Actress Natalie Portman has drawn ire from her native Israel after declaring to boycott receiving an award known as the "Jewish Nobel."
Apr 23 - Apr 20
Palestinians stage protests along border with Israel
Four Palestinians were killed Friday amid protests.
Apr 20 - Apr 1
Violence escalates in the Middle East
The United Nations has called for an independent investigation into recent deadly events in Gaza.
Apr 1 - Mar 28
Israeli prime minister released from hospital
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was discharged from the hospital shortly after midnight on Wednesday, after undergoing medical tests.
Mar 28 - Mar 2
Israeli police grill Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at home in yet another investigation
In the growing list of investigations, Netanyahu was questioned Friday.
Mar 2 - Feb 23
US to move embassy to Jerusalem in May
The U.S. will move its embassy to Jerusalem in May sources tell ABC News.
Feb 23 - Feb 14
Following police report, Netanyahu's government still stable
Key political leaders back Netanyahu until attorney general has made decision.
Feb 14 - Feb 14
Israeli police recommend charging Netanyahu in corruption cases
Netanyahu has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
Feb 14 - Feb 13
Trial of Palestinian teenager who slapped Israeli officer closed to press
Palestinian teenager Ahed Tamimi's trial has sparked international controversy.
Feb 13 - Feb 13
Israeli police recommend charging Netanyahu in corruption cases
Netanyahu has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
Feb 13 - Feb 13
Trial of Palestinian teenager who slapped Israeli officer closed to press
Palestinian teenager Ahed Tamimi's trial has sparked international controversy.
Feb 13 - Jan 22
Pence says US embassy in Jerusalem 'will open before the end of next year'
Palestinians have refused to meet with Pence during his visit to Israel.
Jan 22 - Jan 22
Pence says US embassy in Jerusalem 'will open before the end of next year'
Vice President Mike Pence told Israeli lawmakers today that the United States intends to open an embassy in Jerusalem "before the end of next year," the most specific timeline the White House has so far offered for the move.
Jan 22 - Jan 4
Trump thanks countries that stood by US on UN Jerusalem vote in video message at NYC reception
The pre-recorded message was played at a reception in New York City.
Jan 4 - Dec 21
UN votes 128-9 to condemn US Embassy move to Jerusalem even after Haley's warning
The vote was held after U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley warned against it.
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Nikki Haley addresses UN in wake of 'taking names' warning
The ambassador called the United Nations "a hostile place to the state of Israel."
Dec 21 - Dec 21
Haley warns 'US will be taking names' of countries against Jerusalem embassy move
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley had strong words for countries critical of America's decision to move the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem, vowing that the U.S. will take Thursday's vote on the issue "personally."
Dec 21 - Dec 19
Palestinians call for a day of rage before Vice President Pence's visit to Jerusalem
The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution against naming Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Dec 19 - Dec 15
4 Palestinians dead, hundreds injured in clashes ahead of Mike Pence's visit
Tensions still high more than a week after Trump's blockbuster announcement.
Dec 15 - Dec 11
Middle East protests erupt after Trump recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital
Unrest spilled out onto the streets of several Middle East cities Sunday.
Dec 11 - Dec 10
Middle East protests continue after Jerusalem announcement
Arab foreign ministers on Sunday demanded that the United States rescind President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Dec 10