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Residents in the south are decrying the lawlessness that has taken hold of many of the areas due to Bedouin crime. Mayor of the community of Meitar near Bersheva, Shimon Peretz, who was meeting with President Isaac Herzog on the matter, told KAN that greater law enforcement was required, particularly to confiscate weapons. He said the relationships between the Jews and Bedouin were suffering and t...

Foreign Minister Saar visits Somaliland. PM says Rafah crossing will only open after Gvili body return. Pres Herzog demands security for Israeli Arabs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Foreign Press Association has expressed 'profound disappointment' with the Israeli government’s submission to the Supreme Court arguing in favor of continuing the ban on foreign journalists entering the Gaza Strip, despite the ceasefire. The FPA has submitted a number of petitions to the court demanding the ban be lifted. KAN's  Mark Weiss spoke with Nicolas Rouger, a board member o...

A new therapeutic space for children that recently opened in the northern border town of Shlomi introduces a first-of-its kind design concept in Israel, that treats design itself as a central tool for coping with trauma. The space integrates all five senses to foster a sense of safety and softness. The center was established by Early Starters International, an educational humanitarian organization...

A wave of protests sparked by Iran's failing economy has entered its ninth day, as President Donald Trump renewed his threat of US intervention. On Sunday, videos published online showed demonstrations in Tehran, as well as Fars, Ilam, North Khorasan and Semnan provinces. Human rights activists said protests had taken place in 26 of the country's 31 provinces since last week, and that at least 19...

Report: Israel, Syria to renew security arrangement talks in Paris. IDF thwarts arms smuggling attempt by drone from Egypt. Israeli charged with spying for Iran See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prof. Arie Kacowicz of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem speaks to KAN reporter Naomi Segal about the US military strike in Venezuela and capture of the country's leader Nicolas Maduro, and its possible implications, including for Israel. (Photo: Reuters) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel welcomes Trump strike on Venezuela. Prime Minister Netanyahu rebuffs attorney general challenge to fire Ben Gvir. Police fatally shoot Bedouin man during raid in Negev town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As antisemitism surges globally, over 80 North American student leaders are currently in Israel  to strengthen efforts to combat antisemitism. The delegation members have met with public leaders, visited the Gaza periphery and traveled north to kibbutzim impacted by the war with Hezbollah. One of the participants is Taylor Shaw, a student government representative at Rutgers University and so...

Ten foreign ministers have condemned Israel's decision to close down dozens of international NGOs providing aid to Palestinians in Gaza, urging the Israeli government to "lift these obstacles to humanitarian access and fulfill its commitments" in the territory. The foreign ministers, including from Britain, France and Canada, expressed "deep concern" over the "catastrophic" humanitarian situation...

40 feared dead in Swiss ski resort blast. Israel stops 37 NGOs working in Gaza. South African-Israeli philanthropist Morris Kahn dies, aged 95. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israeli billionaire and philanthropist Morris Kahn, the financial powerhouse behind Israel’s attempt to land on the moon and a range of social, medical and cultural endeavors, died Thursday at age 95. Kahn, a native of South Africa, moved to Israel in 1956. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with journalist Steve Linde, who made aliyah from South Africa, and was a close friend of Morris Kahn. (Photo :Fl...

Research by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel indicates a significant shift in patterns of fertility and demographic growth in Israel. According to the findings, the rate of population growth in 2025 will be just 0.9%, the lowest since the state was founded in 1948.  KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Prof Alex Weinreb,  the Taub Center’s Director of Research and head of...

Prime Minister Netanyahu downplays Jewish settler violence. High Court freezes state comptroller probes related to October 7th failures. Reporter show negative immigration figures for second straight year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump says Hamas must disarm soon. Netanyahu says Israel Prize will be awarded to American president. IDF to grant special recognition of war service-related suicides See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part of rehabilitating the north and fostering resilience among its residents is addressing disparities in access to quality healthcare - a challenge that existed prior to the outbreak of the Gaza war. The Tzafon Medical Center is seeking to meet these challenges, including with the recent opening of its new rehabilitation center. Tamar Bodek Mala, CEO of Friends of Tzafon Medical Center spoke to...

The Gaza war continues to impact children, according to a survey conducted by the child development organization Tipuli. According to the poll, more than 35 percent of parents reported that their children are expressing fear and insecurity, while 30 percent reported impaired social and daily functioning of their children. Ester Kreimer, co-CEO of Tipuli spoke to KAN reporter Naomi Segal (Photo: Do...

US President Donald Trump  hosts Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida Monday for talks that are expected to cover Gaza and a range of other pressing issues. Any decisions made could have a potentially momentous impact on questions that determine the future of the region. It will be their sixth meeting since Trump's return to office 11 months ago. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Pr...

Funeral to be held for second Israeli murdered in Friday terror attack. Prime Minister Netanyahu, US President Trump, to meet in Florida. Hamas military wing says will issue important statement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defense Minister Yisrael Katz  and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have termed the large-scale burning of trash by Palestinians in the West Bank as a national security threat and the potential to cause respiratory harm. The Palestinians lack sufficient local landfills and are supposed to transport their trash on trucks to other locations. But truckers often dump the trash ear...

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland has a mutuality of interests. For Somaliland it’s important diplomatic recognition and for Israel it could provide strategic depth in the conflict with Iran and Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen. This according to Gerald Steinberg, a professor emeritus of political science from Bar Illan University. He told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan the tradition...

Prime Minister Netanyahu departs for US ahead of meeting with President Trump. Iran-linked hackers claim to have breached phone of Netanyahu chief of staff. IDF seals home of terrorist who murdered two Israelis in Friday's attack.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Culture Minister Miki Zohar has reiterated his threat to cut funding from the film industry. “The creators of films that harm IDF soldiers will not receive money from the citizens of Israel,” Zohar said. “Not on my watch.” The minister said he has followed through on his threat to end funding for the Ophir Awards — which he cut after the annual cer...