Israel Reports 44 Road Deaths in August Despite Fewer Overall Accidents
Despite a 23% drop in road accidents, Israel recorded 44 traffic fatalities in August 2026, an increase from the previous year.
Transportation
Ben Gurion Airport Parking Lots Full as High Holiday Travel Surges
Ben Gurion Airport parking lots are at full capacity, prompting authorities to advise travelers to use public transportation during the High Holiday surge.
Israel’s Roads Empty Out Ahead of Yom Kippur
As Yom Kippur approaches, Israel's roads are emptying, with police deploying thousands nationwide to manage increased pedestrian and cyclist activity.
Israel Police: Reinforced forces are prepared for Yom Kippur 5787 - thousands of police officers, fighters, and volunteers will be deployed throughout the country, with an emphasis on synagogues, holy sites, and public gathering places
Israel Police deploy thousands of officers, fighters, and volunteers for Yom Kippur 5787, focusing on public safety nationwide.
Israel Streamlines Traffic Permit Process, Aims to Save Millions in Road Work Costs
Israel's Ministry of Transport has launched a new guide to streamline traffic permits for urban work sites, saving millions and shortening project timelines.
Israel Approves New Highway Interchange to Ease Sharon Region Traffic
Israel's National Planning and Building Council approved the Alexander Interchange and Highway 553 upgrade, enhancing Sharon region connectivity to Highway 6.
Electric Scooter Catches Fire as Passenger Exits Train Car in Tel Aviv
An electric scooter ignited on a Tel Aviv train platform Tuesday, but prompt response by Israel Railways and firefighters ensured no injuries.
Ben Gurion Int. Braces for Record Rush as Breslov Hassidim Head to Ukraine
Ben Gurion Airport anticipates a record rush as tens of thousands of Breslov Hassidim travel to Uman, Ukraine, for Rosh Hashanah.
Israel Police: The police located a driver suspected of involvement in a hit-and-run accident in Kiryat Gat - on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. During the weekend, a report was received by the police regarding a "
Israel Police arrested a Kiryat Gat driver suspected of a hit-and-run, also allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.
Israel Breaks Ground on $2.1 Billion Light Rail Project Linking Northern Cities
Israel has broken ground on the $2.1 billion Nofit light rail project, a 41km line connecting Haifa and Nazareth, expected to serve 100,000 daily passengers.