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Machine learning offers new way to predict plant water use, Israeli study finds

Tel Aviv, December 16: A new Israeli study suggests that machine-learning models may soon give growers a far more precise way to predict how much water their crops use each day, while also laying the groundwork for earlier detection of plant stress.

UN chief calls for end to unlawful occupation of Palestinian territory

United Nations, Nov 26: Statehood for the Palestinians is a right, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said, while reiterating the call for an end to the unlawful occupation of the Palestinian territory.

Indians in Israel and Jewish community in India play vital role in growth of people-to-people ties: Piyush Goyal

Tel Aviv, November 23: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said the Indian community in Israel and the Jewish community in India play a vital role in ensuring the growth of people-to-people ties between the two countries.

Israel invitesTrump to address Parliament; calls him greatest friend of jewish people in modern history

Tel Aviv, October 10: Israeli parliament's (Knesset) speaker Amir Ohana has invited US President Donald Trump to deliver an address before the Knesset and called him "greatest friend and ally of the Jewish people in modern history"

Jerusalem police ready for Yom Kippur Security

Tel Aviv, September 29: The Israel Police said their preparations for security in Jerusalem Yom Kippur and the pre-Yom Kippur ceremony of dissolving vows have been completed.

Israel's PM Netanyahu holds great meeting with friend US Secretary of State Rubio

Jerusalem, September 15: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday held talks with his 'friend', the United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Yemen's Houthis claim attacks on 'sensitive' targets in Israel

Sanaa, Sep 10: Yemen's Houthi group claimed responsibility for attacks on "sensitive" targets near Jerusalem, Ramon Airport in southern Israel, and two sites in Eilat.

Thank you PM Modi for standing with Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu thanks India for support after terror attack in Jerusalem

Tel Aviv, September 9: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended thanks to India after Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the terrorist attack in Jerusalem on Sunday, killing five people and injuring 12 others.

Israel: Five people killed in Jerusalem shooting attack

Jerusalem, Sep 8: Five people were killed in the shooting attack at the Ramot Junction in Jerusalem on Monday, local media reported, citing first responders.

Arab ministerial committee rejects 'Israel's measures to isolate Jerusalem'

Cairo, Sep 5: An Arab ministerial committee here rejected "the Israeli measures to isolate Jerusalem," stressing that "Israel has no sovereignty over Jerusalem and its Islamic and Christian holy sites".

Israel intercepts missile from Yemen, sirens sounded in central cities

Jerusalem, Aug 18: Israel's military has said that it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen towards central Israel, launched in apparent retaliation for an earlier Israeli strike.

Historic heatwave to grip Israel, authorities warn of health risks

Tel Aviv, August 11: Israel is set to swelter under one of its most intense heatwaves in decades, with forecasters warning of exceptional and possibly historic temperatures early this week.

Jerusalem and Tel Aviv make 'most favorite' cities list for 2025

Tel Aviv, August 8: Jerusalem and Tel Aviv were ranked third and fifth, respectively, on the list of "Most Favorite Cities in Africa and the Middle East for 2025," according to a survey of readers of the prestigious American magazine Travel + Leisure.

Argentine president arrives in Jerusalem, eyes closer latin American-Israeli partnership

Tel Aviv, June 11: Argentine President Javier Milei met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog in Jerusalem on Tuesday, kicking off a three-day visit heavy with symbolism.

6,000 new housing units planned for Jerusalem

Tel Aviv, June 10: The "White Ridge" plan, led by the Israel Land Authority, covers approximately 250 acres in southwestern Jerusalem, of which the development area is 65 acres (the rest of the area is designated as open space).

PM Netanyahu condemns vandalism at Supreme Court amid investigation

Tel Aviv, June 8: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a strong condemnation Saturday night following damage to a window at Israel's Supreme Court building in Jerusalem, discovered late Thursday night.

Jerusalem Resident Indicted for Spying for Iran

Tel Aviv, June 6: The State Attorney's Office filed an indictment with the Jerusalem District Court against Rajab Salah, a 30-year-old resident of Jerusalem, for having contact with an individual who presented himself as acting on behalf of the Iranian security service, and for performing various tasks for him in exchange for a total payment of thousands of shekels.

Israel's FM visits Israel's Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Japan

Tel Aviv, May 15: Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Expo 2025 in Japan on the occasion of Israel's National Day at the exhibition. The Minister held a meeting with the Expo management and was hosted at the exhibition by Japan's Deputy Foreign Minister, Matsumoto Hisashi.

'Maybe the Largest Ever': Wildfires disrupt Israeli Independence Day

Tel Aviv, May 1: The battle against what may be Israel's largest fire entered its second day on Thursday morning, casting a pall over what would have been a festive Independence Day.

Wildfire rages across Israel, sparks national emergency as thousands flee

Jerusalem, May 1: A massive wildfire raging through Israel has triggered a national emergency in the nation, forcing the evacuation of thousands and casting dense plumes of smoke over Jerusalem.

Large wildfire near Jerusalem forces evacuations, closes major highway

Jerusalem, April 30: Israel has raised its emergency alert to the highest level and appealed for international assistance as fast-spreading wildfires erupted in the hills west of Jerusalem on Wednesday.

'Victory is our moral duty': Ambassador Huckabee vows unwavering support for Israel in first public speech

Tel Aviv, April 29: In his first public speech in Jerusalem since taking office a week ago, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee received multiple standing ovations during his address at the JNS International Policy Summit on Monday.

After 20 hours, Israeli firefighters bring wildfires under control

Tel Aviv, April 24: After nearly 20 hours of intense firefighting, Israeli emergency crews have brought a major blaze in the Jerusalem Hills and Beit Shemesh area under control, Fire and Rescue Commissioner Eyal Caspi confirmed on Thursday morning.

Thousands gather at church of Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for holy fire ceremony

Tel Aviv, April 21: Thousands of Christians gathered at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for the centuries-old Holy Fire ceremony, as reported by Al Jazeera.

New US Ambassador visits Western Wall

Tel Aviv, April 19: Newly appointed US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, visited Jerusalem's Western Wall early Friday morning, just a day after landing in the country.

Tens of thousands join priestly blessing at western wall amid war

Tel Aviv, April 15: Tens of thousands of Israelis thronged the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Tuesday for the traditional Priestly Blessing, a highlight event during Passover's intermediate days.

Egypt condemns Israeli closure orders to UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem

Cairo, April 10: Egypt strongly condemned on Wednesday the Israeli occupation's closure orders for six schools operated by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem.

Israel orders closure of six UNRWA schools in Jerusalem

Ramallah, April 9: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said Israeli officials from the Jerusalem Municipality and Israeli security forces forcibly entered six UNRWA-operated schools in East Jerusalem and gave "illegal" closure orders effective in 30 days.

Jerusalem police ready for Passover holiday security

Tel Aviv, April 8: Thousands of police officers from the Jerusalem district will operate together with Border Guard soldiers, volunteers, and national reinforcement forces during the week-long Passover holiday, which begins Saturday night and the Easter holiday on Sunday, April 20. The main focus of operational preparedness will be on crowded places and holy sites to maintain the safety, security, and safety of worshipers and all residents of the city and those coming through its gates.

UAE grants USD 64.5 million financial aid to Al-Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem

Abu Dhabi, March 25: Following the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has allocated a financial grant of USD 64.5 million to Al-Makassed Hospital in East Jerusalem. The grant aims to support operational expenses, medical staff, and facility upgrades.

Israel deploys 3,000 police in Jerusalem for first friday of Ramadan

Tel Aviv, March 6: The Israeli Police said on Thursday that 3,000 officers would be deployed in Jerusalem for the first Friday of Ramadan as thousands of Muslims are expected to gather at the Temple Mount for morning prayers.

Israeli police on high alert ahead of 1st Friday prayers of Ramadan

Jerusalem, March 6: Israeli police plan to deploy approximately 3,000 officers across Jerusalem as the city prepares for the first Friday prayers of Ramadan at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City, Israeli media reported on Thursday.

For First Time in Israel: Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles on Urban Lighting Infrastructure

Jerusalem, February 6: The city of Jerusalem, in cooperation with the Ministries of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Jerusalem and Israeli Tradition, and through Eden, the Jerusalem Economic Development Company, inaugurated an innovative project that allows for the utilization of the electricity pole infrastructure spread across the city to add charging sockets for electric vehicles.

Israel violates UN Convention on Privileges and Immunities: UNRWA

Gaza City, January 26: The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) stated today that Israel's decision to halt the agency's activities in occupied Jerusalem and demand the evacuation of all buildings it occupies by the end of this month contravenes international law obligations for UN member states, including Israel, which is bound by the UN General Convention on Privileges and Immunities.

Minister calls for increased security in Jerusalem

Tel Aviv, January 19: Minister of Jerusalem Affairs Meir Porush has urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his cabinet to boost security measures in Jerusalem, mirroring recent reinforcements approved for Judea and Samaria.