First Israeli Ambassador to Somaliland Appointed
Israel appoints Michael Lotem as its first ambassador to Somaliland, formalizing diplomatic ties established in December 2025.
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Arrivals to Israel Drop More Than 90% in March Due to Iran War
Israel saw visitor arrivals drop over 90% in March 2026, with only 9,600 arrivals compared to 102,300 in March 2025, due to the war with Iran.
Netanyahu Speaks with Hungarian PM Elect Magyar Who Pledges to Maintain ‘Close Relations’ with Israel
Israeli PM Netanyahu and Hungarian PM-elect Peter Magyar held a warm call, with Magyar pledging to maintain close relations and accepting an invitation to.
Attempt to Smuggle Rifles Into Israel by Drone Thwarted
The IDF successfully intercepted a drone carrying six M-16 rifles attempting to enter Israel from Egypt on the western border.
No Exit: Israel Unready for Wartime Aviation Shutdown, Says State Report
A state audit by Matanyahu Engelman warns Israel's aviation sector is unready for wartime, leaving no exit if Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv is damaged.
Israel Strikes 200 Hezbollah Targets, Presses Offensive in Bint Jbeil
Israel struck over 200 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, including Bint Jbeil, injuring one in Tamra as peace talks advance in Washington.
Ashdod Port Invests in DriveU.auto After Successful Autonomous Tractor Trial
Ashdod Port Company has invested in DriveU.auto, a developer of industrial autonomy systems, following a successful autonomous tractor trial at its facilities.
Israel Uncovers Alleged Espionage Case Involving Nazareth Woman
An indictment was filed against Shomua Abu Abed from Nazareth for alleged espionage, including photographing sensitive Israeli sites like Haifa oil refineries.
Survey Links War to Drop in Sleep, Diet and Exercise Across Israel
A Hebrew University survey led by Dr. Roni Lotan found Israelis' sleep, diet, and exercise declined during the Iran war, a "silent epidemic" per Prof.
Israel Working to Expand Pomegranate Exports to Japan
Israel’s Ministry of Agriculture is expanding pomegranate export opportunities to Japan, a premium market, following a successful harvest season.