ZION NEWS

2 Iranians indicted in U.S. as spies

The U-S Justice Department has just released details of a shocking criminal indictment. Two Iranian nationals have been arrested and charged with spying for the regime. According to evidence collected by the F-B-I, the two were tracking and monitoring Jewish and Israeli targets in cities throughout the U-S.

Israel massively eases gun restrictions

Dr. Nachman Shai, Knesset Member, Zionist Union and Maj. Gen. (Res.) Uzi Dayan, Former Nat. Security Advisor speaking at ILTV Studio about the new criteria that opens up over half a million Israelis to gun licenses.

New evidence in P.M. graft probes

Likud M-K David Bitan who is currently under investigation for bribery was apparently recorded on tape repeating incriminating promises made to him by the Prime Minister. According to sources, Bitan admitted that Netanyahu had planned to make him Public Security Minister with the clear goal of ending the police investigations into the P-M’s alleged wrongdoing.

Uganda Jews make 1st birthright

Every year, hundreds if not thousands of young Jews visit Israel for the very first time on a free 10-day trip known as ‘birthright’.  The idea behind it is that all Jews, no matter where they’re from, should have a chance to see the Jewish homeland at least once in their lives. Well we’re about to see a historic first for birthright: the first-ever group of Jewish youths from Uganda who are about to begin their tour.

5. Listen to the music

Yuval Ben Ozer, Conductor of ‘St. Matthew passion’ by Johann Sebastian Bach speaking at ILTV Studio about the annual Abu Gosh vocal music festival set for next month.

An ancient mystery finally solved

An impressive and incredibly complicated Israeli study might’ve just solved one of the great mysteries in human history: how did the Bronze Age reach the Holy Land thousands of years ago? An Israeli team at Tel Aviv University has an answer. 6500 years ago, settlers from Iran came to the Galilee, bringing the Chal-Colithic age of mankind with them.

7. Hooray for pomegranates!

Pomegranate is Israel’s national fruit and a long-standing anchor of the Hebrew bible. But as it turns out, the ruby-red pomegranate is worth mentioning for another reason. An Israeli study has suggested that the fruit may drastically reduce the risk of fetal brain damage in pregnant women.

Israeli swimmers snag gold in Europe

Right now the 2018 Paralympic games are unfolding in the city of Dublin. These are literally the Olympic Games for anyone paraplegic, as the games are actually organized by the Olympic committee in tandem with the summer and winter Olympics. Well Israel’s Paralympic swim team has just snagged a whopping 12 medals.

Wonderful news for Israel’s ‘Wonder Woman’

Some wonderful news just now for the Israeli superstar known to the world as ‘Wonder Woman’. Gal Gadot has just been named as one of the top ten highest-paid actresses of 2018 by Forbes magazine. This year she pulled in a whopping ten million dollars.

Hebrew word Of The Day: RIMON | רִמוֹן = POMEGRANATE

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "rimon" which means "pomegranate"

1. Bolton meets with Netanyahu
   President Trump’s Top National Security Adviser, John Bolton, arrived in Israel yesterday afternoon for talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu. At the very top of the agenda is a frank discussion on the Iranian threat entrenched throughout Syria, a threat both nations want to see immediately resolved.
2. Details of Jordan’s White House visit revealed

Six weeks ago the king of Jordan made a trip to the White House for a one-on-one talk with U.S. President Donald Trump. A new account of the details of that meeting has just emerged, with some surprising comments concerning Trump’s thoughts on Israeli-Palestinian peace.

1. Sodastream sells big to Pepsi

Dan Catarivas, Director General of Foreign Trade, M.A.I. speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company Sodastream that was sold for whopping $3.2 billion to Pepsico.

1. Ariel University opens med school
   Israeli leaders just rolled out the red carpet for the inauguration of Ariel University’s new medical school. The school’s patrons, Sheldon and Miriam Adelson were there to receive the warm words of President Reuven Rivlin and Education Minister Naftali Bennett. The new med school will welcome its first class of 70 future doctors this coming fall semester.
2. Beloved Israeli Peace Activist passes away
   Some tragic news today. Beloved peace activist and former Knesset member Uri Avnery has just passed away at the age of 94, following a severe stroke. Though known as a leading figure of Israel’s left-wing movement and as a champion of Palestinian statehood, Israeli leaders from across the spectrum have offered their condolences.
3. Israeli OCD treatment makes waves

Another potentially groundbreaking Israeli medical treatment has just been approved for use in the United States by the F-D-A. This new treatment is a cutting-edge, non-invasive procedure to help patients struggling with obsessive compulsive syndrome better known as O-C-D.

1. No lice allowed!
   Doron Kenigsbuch, Founder & C.E.O., Sphinx Smarthead Technologies speaking at ILTV Studio about the Sphinx smart head technologies that offers new head lice treatment.
2. Israeli athlete clinches 2nd gold medal
   Another day, another impressive entry in Israeli sports history. 19 year-old gymnast Linor Ashram has just stunned audiences in Minsk at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup, winning two gold medals, one bronze and oh yeah, shattering a world record while she’s at it.
   9. Lana Del Rey is not backing out
   Over the years, all kinds of performers have booked appearances in Israel only to back out later due to political or social pressure. Singer Lana Del Rey has just booked a headlining show at this year’s meteor festival to take place in Israel just weeks away.
3. ‘Toy’ is top of the pops
   It just wouldn’t be a news day in Israel if there wasn’t an update on Israeli superstar Netta Barzilai but this news might just take the cake: Barzilai’s hit song “toy” has just graced billboard’s top dance club tracks at number one. The first time any Israeli performer has ever done so.
   11. Hebrew word Of The Day: HIT’AMLUT | הִתעַמְלוּת = GYMNASTICS

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "hit'amlut" which means "gymnastics"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bolton meets with Netanyahu

President Trump’s Top National Security Adviser, John Bolton, arrived in Israel yesterday afternoon for talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu. At the very top of the agenda is a frank discussion on the Iranian threat entrenched throughout Syria, a threat both nations want to see immediately resolved.

Details of Jordan’s White House visit revealed

Six weeks ago the king of Jordan made a trip to the White House for a one-on-one talk with U.S. President Donald Trump. A new account of the details of that meeting has just emerged, with some surprising comments concerning Trump’s thoughts on Israeli-Palestinian peace.

Sodastream sells big to Pepsi

Dan Catarivas, Director General of Foreign Trade, M.A.I. speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company Sodastream that was sold for whopping $3.2 billion to Pepsico.

Ariel University opens med school

Israeli leaders just rolled out the red carpet for the inauguration of Ariel University’s new medical school. The school’s patrons, Sheldon and Miriam Adelson were there to receive the warm words of President Reuven Rivlin and Education Minister Naftali Bennett. The new med school will welcome its first class of 70 future doctors this coming fall semester.

Beloved Israeli Peace Activist passes away

Some tragic news today. Beloved peace activist and former Knesset member Uri Avnery has just passed away at the age of 94, following a severe stroke. Though known as a leading figure of Israel’s left-wing movement and as a champion of Palestinian statehood, Israeli leaders from across the spectrum have offered their condolences.

Israeli OCD treatment makes waves

Another potentially groundbreaking Israeli medical treatment has just been approved for use in the United States by the F-D-A. This new treatment is a cutting-edge, non-invasive procedure to help patients struggling with obsessive compulsive syndrome better known as O-C-D.

No lice allowed!

Doron Kenigsbuch, Founder & C.E.O., Sphinx Smarthead Technologies speaking at ILTV Studio about the Sphinx smart head technologies that offers new head lice treatment.

Israeli athlete clinches 2nd gold medal

Another day, another impressive entry in Israeli sports history. 19 year-old gymnast Linor Ashram has just stunned audiences in Minsk at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup, winning two gold medals, one bronze and oh yeah, shattering a world record while she’s at it.

9. Lana Del Rey is not backing out

Over the years, all kinds of performers have booked appearances in Israel only to back out later due to political or social pressure. Singer Lana Del Rey has just booked a headlining show at this year’s meteor festival to take place in Israel just weeks away.

‘Toy’ is top of the pops

It just wouldn’t be a news day in Israel if there wasn’t an update on Israeli superstar Netta Barzilai but this news might just take the cake: Barzilai’s hit song “toy” has just graced billboard’s top dance club tracks at number one. The first time any Israeli performer has ever done so.

11. Hebrew word Of The Day: HIT’AMLUT | הִתעַמְלוּת = GYMNASTICS

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "hit'amlut" which means "gymnastics"

1. Israel Shutters Gaza Border Crossing

Despite the growing reality of a potentially imminent ceasefire deal with Hamas, Israel has reportedly just shuttered the Erez border crossing checkpoint into the Gaza Strip.

1. Head Of U.N. Makes Troubling Offer

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has just suggested a U.N. sponsored military force to ‘protect’ Palestinians from IDF forces to de-escalate the violence along the Gaza border.

1. 25 Years Since Oslo

Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV studio to reflect on Oslo in light of the 25th anniversary of the completion of the first Oslo accords.

1. Shin Bet Detaining Civilians Entering Israel

Since the start of 2018, several disturbing allegations against Israel’s Shin Bet security services have come out regarding the blacklisting and interrogation of BDS-supporting groups and individuals. Attorney General Mandelblit calls for investigations into recent allegations.

1. Golan Waters Contaminated

Top government ministers are convening an emergency meeting today to discuss a troubling outbreak of leptospirosis that has made its way into Golan water sources and streams. So far, 42 cases have been confirmed here in Israel.

1. Moovit Chosen By The 2018 ASIAD

Israel has just been banned from competing in the 18th Asian games, however, the Israeli mobility app 'Moovit' has been named the official mobility app for the games.

1. Freeze, Cancer!

An Israeli hospital is set to introduce a new way to fight cancer. The technology is used in a process called cryo-ablation and essentially it finds tumors with an ultrasound, freezes them into oblivion, and then dissolves them harmlessly into the body.

1. Munchies, Anyone?

An Israeli ice cream guru has just released a new flavor of the delicious frozen treat: cannabis-flavored ice cream!

1. Let’s Help Save Roni’s Life

Just 2 months before her wedding, an Israeli woman named Roni Cohen was diagnosed with an extremely aggressive form of leukemia. News of Roni’s story quickly captured the country’s attention and rallied a grass-roots effort to find a rare bone marrow match for the young bride-to-be.

1. Hebrew word Of The Day: FISTUK | פיסטוק = PISTACHIO

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "fistuk" which means "pistachio"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel Shutters Gaza Border Crossing

Despite the growing reality of a potentially imminent ceasefire deal with Hamas, Israel has reportedly just shuttered the Erez border crossing checkpoint into the Gaza Strip.

Head Of U.N. Makes Troubling Offer

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has just suggested a U.N. sponsored military force to ‘protect’ Palestinians from IDF forces to de-escalate the violence along the Gaza border.

25 Years Since Oslo

Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV studio to reflect on Oslo in light of the 25th anniversary of the completion of the first Oslo accords.

Shin Bet Detaining Civilians Entering Israel

Since the start of 2018, several disturbing allegations against Israel’s Shin Bet security services have come out regarding the blacklisting and interrogation of BDS-supporting groups and individuals. Attorney General Mandelblit calls for investigations into recent allegations.

Golan Waters Contaminated

Top government ministers are convening an emergency meeting today to discuss a troubling outbreak of leptospirosis that has made its way into Golan water sources and streams. So far, 42 cases have been confirmed here in Israel.

Moovit Chosen By The 2018 ASIAD

Israel has just been banned from competing in the 18th Asian games, however, the Israeli mobility app 'Moovit' has been named the official mobility app for the games.

Freeze, Cancer!

An Israeli hospital is set to introduce a new way to fight cancer. The technology is used in a process called cryo-ablation and essentially it finds tumors with an ultrasound, freezes them into oblivion, and then dissolves them harmlessly into the body.

Munchies, Anyone?

An Israeli ice cream guru has just released a new flavor of the delicious frozen treat: cannabis-flavored ice cream!

Let’s Help Save Roni’s Life

Just 2 months before her wedding, an Israeli woman named Roni Cohen was diagnosed with an extremely aggressive form of leukemia. News of Roni’s story quickly captured the country’s attention and rallied a grass-roots effort to find a rare bone marrow match for the young bride-to-be.

Hebrew word Of The Day: FISTUK | פיסטוק = PISTACHIO

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "fistuk" which means "pistachio"

Bolton meets with Netanyahu

President Trump’s Top National Security Adviser, John Bolton, arrived in Israel yesterday afternoon for talks with Prime Minister Netanyahu. At the very top of the agenda is a frank discussion on the Iranian threat entrenched throughout Syria, a threat both nations want to see immediately resolved.

Details of Jordan’s White House visit revealed

Six weeks ago the king of Jordan made a trip to the White House for a one-on-one talk with U.S. President Donald Trump. A new account of the details of that meeting has just emerged, with some surprising comments concerning Trump’s thoughts on Israeli-Palestinian peace.

Sodastream sells big to Pepsi

Dan Catarivas, Director General of Foreign Trade, M.A.I. speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israeli company Sodastream that was sold for whopping $3.2 billion to Pepsico.

Ariel University opens med school

Israeli leaders just rolled out the red carpet for the inauguration of Ariel University’s new medical school. The school’s patrons, Sheldon and Miriam Adelson were there to receive the warm words of President Reuven Rivlin and Education Minister Naftali Bennett. The new med school will welcome its first class of 70 future doctors this coming fall semester.

Beloved Israeli Peace Activist passes away

Some tragic news today. Beloved peace activist and former Knesset member Uri Avnery has just passed away at the age of 94, following a severe stroke. Though known as a leading figure of Israel’s left-wing movement and as a champion of Palestinian statehood, Israeli leaders from across the spectrum have offered their condolences.

Israeli OCD treatment makes waves

Another potentially groundbreaking Israeli medical treatment has just been approved for use in the United States by the F-D-A. This new treatment is a cutting-edge, non-invasive procedure to help patients struggling with obsessive compulsive syndrome better known as O-C-D.

No lice allowed!

Doron Kenigsbuch, Founder & C.E.O., Sphinx Smarthead Technologies speaking at ILTV Studio about the Sphinx smart head technologies that offers new head lice treatment.

Israeli athlete clinches 2nd gold medal

Another day, another impressive entry in Israeli sports history. 19 year-old gymnast Linor Ashram has just stunned audiences in Minsk at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup, winning two gold medals, one bronze and oh yeah, shattering a world record while she’s at it.

9. Lana Del Rey is not backing out

Over the years, all kinds of performers have booked appearances in Israel only to back out later due to political or social pressure. Singer Lana Del Rey has just booked a headlining show at this year’s meteor festival to take place in Israel just weeks away.

‘Toy’ is top of the pops

It just wouldn’t be a news day in Israel if there wasn’t an update on Israeli superstar Netta Barzilai but this news might just take the cake: Barzilai’s hit song “toy” has just graced billboard’s top dance club tracks at number one. The first time any Israeli performer has ever done so.

11. Hebrew word Of The Day: HIT’AMLUT | הִתעַמְלוּת = GYMNASTICS

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "hit'amlut" which means "gymnastics"

Israel Shutters Gaza Border Crossing

Despite the growing reality of a potentially imminent ceasefire deal with Hamas, Israel has reportedly just shuttered the Erez border crossing checkpoint into the Gaza Strip.

Head Of U.N. Makes Troubling Offer

The Secretary-General of the United Nations has just suggested a U.N. sponsored military force to ‘protect’ Palestinians from IDF forces to de-escalate the violence along the Gaza border.

25 Years Since Oslo

Dr. Martin Sherman, Founder & Executive Director of the IISS speaking at ILTV studio to reflect on Oslo in light of the 25th anniversary of the completion of the first Oslo accords.

Shin Bet Detaining Civilians Entering Israel

Since the start of 2018, several disturbing allegations against Israel’s Shin Bet security services have come out regarding the blacklisting and interrogation of BDS-supporting groups and individuals. Attorney General Mandelblit calls for investigations into recent allegations.

Golan Waters Contaminated

Top government ministers are convening an emergency meeting today to discuss a troubling outbreak of leptospirosis that has made its way into Golan water sources and streams. So far, 42 cases have been confirmed here in Israel.

Moovit Chosen By The 2018 ASIAD

Israel has just been banned from competing in the 18th Asian games, however, the Israeli mobility app 'Moovit' has been named the official mobility app for the games.

Freeze, Cancer!

An Israeli hospital is set to introduce a new way to fight cancer. The technology is used in a process called cryo-ablation and essentially it finds tumors with an ultrasound, freezes them into oblivion, and then dissolves them harmlessly into the body.

Munchies, Anyone?

An Israeli ice cream guru has just released a new flavor of the delicious frozen treat: cannabis-flavored ice cream!

Let’s Help Save Roni’s Life

Just 2 months before her wedding, an Israeli woman named Roni Cohen was diagnosed with an extremely aggressive form of leukemia. News of Roni’s story quickly captured the country’s attention and rallied a grass-roots effort to find a rare bone marrow match for the young bride-to-be.

Hebrew word Of The Day: FISTUK | פיסטוק = PISTACHIO

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "fistuk" which means "pistachio"

1. Egyptian Intel official visits Tel Aviv; Ramallah
   Senior Egyptian intelligence official Abbas Kamal was in Tel Aviv to discuss the ongoing peace efforts in the region including Palestinian reconciliation, and a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This also comes amidst ongoing talks with other involved parties in Cairo including both the D-F-L-P and the popular front for the liberation of Palestine terror group.
2. Is the Democratic Party becoming anti-Israel?

Abe Katsman, Council, Republicans Overseas Israel and Heather Stone, Chair of Democrats Abroad, Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israel critics gain traction in United States congressional primary elections.

1. A.G. threatens the Rabbinate’s kosher monopoly

Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit has just warned Israel’s Rabbinate that he would end the monopoly on kosher certification if they didn’t comply with a high court ruling by the end of the month deadline. The court ruled back in May 2017 that by September 2018, the rabbinate would have to end the practice of taking payments directly for inspectors to review their products.
4. Herzliya youth handball coach arrested
35 year old youth sports coach, and father of two from Herzliya, Beno Reinhorn has been arrested on suspicion of contacting at least 140 young girls for the purposes of molestation, rape, sexual harassment, computer crimes, indecent acts, and more against children between the ages of 9 and 15.

1. New report claims proof of Israeli nuclear tests
   An explosive new report has just been published by the science and global security journal which claims to have definitive proof that Israel conducted atomic weapons testing over the Indian Ocean in 1979. Researchers say they found this evidence, by studying sheep.
   6. Israel looks to sell off Dead Sea mining rights

In major news surrounding the Dead Sea, Israel is now reportedly looking to auction off the rights to mine the salty body of water by 2022, 8 years ahead of schedule. All in a bid to prevent the exacerbation of an environmental tragedy.
7. Top 5 Micro Breweries
The best Israeli beers that you just have to try with ILTV'S Emanuelle Kadosh's top five.
8. Hebrew word Of The Day: KEVESS | כבש = LAMB / SHEEP

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "kevess" which means "lamb/sheep"

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Egyptian Intel official visits Tel Aviv; Ramallah

Senior Egyptian intelligence official Abbas Kamal was in Tel Aviv to discuss the ongoing peace efforts in the region including Palestinian reconciliation, and a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This also comes amidst ongoing talks with other involved parties in Cairo including both the D-F-L-P and the popular front for the liberation of Palestine terror group.

Is the Democratic Party becoming anti-Israel?

Abe Katsman, Council, Republicans Overseas Israel and Heather Stone, Chair of Democrats Abroad, Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israel critics gain traction in United States congressional primary elections.

A.G. threatens the Rabbinate’s kosher monopoly

Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit has just warned Israel’s Rabbinate that he would end the monopoly on kosher certification if they didn’t comply with a high court ruling by the end of the month deadline. The court ruled back in May 2017 that by September 2018, the rabbinate would have to end the practice of taking payments directly for inspectors to review their products.

4. Herzliya youth handball coach arrested

35 year old youth sports coach, and father of two from Herzliya, Beno Reinhorn has been arrested on suspicion of contacting at least 140 young girls for the purposes of molestation, rape, sexual harassment, computer crimes, indecent acts, and more against children between the ages of 9 and 15.

New report claims proof of Israeli nuclear tests

An explosive new report has just been published by the science and global security journal which claims to have definitive proof that Israel conducted atomic weapons testing over the Indian Ocean in 1979. Researchers say they found this evidence, by studying sheep.

6. Israel looks to sell off Dead Sea mining rights

In major news surrounding the Dead Sea, Israel is now reportedly looking to auction off the rights to mine the salty body of water by 2022, 8 years ahead of schedule. All in a bid to prevent the exacerbation of an environmental tragedy.

7. Top 5 Micro Breweries

The best Israeli beers that you just have to try with ILTV'S Emanuelle Kadosh's top five.

8. Hebrew word Of The Day: KEVESS | כבש = LAMB / SHEEP

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "kevess" which means "lamb/sheep"

Egyptian Intel official visits Tel Aviv; Ramallah

Senior Egyptian intelligence official Abbas Kamal was in Tel Aviv to discuss the ongoing peace efforts in the region including Palestinian reconciliation, and a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This also comes amidst ongoing talks with other involved parties in Cairo including both the D-F-L-P and the popular front for the liberation of Palestine terror group.

Is the Democratic Party becoming anti-Israel?

Abe Katsman, Council, Republicans Overseas Israel and Heather Stone, Chair of Democrats Abroad, Israel speaking at ILTV Studio about the Israel critics gain traction in United States congressional primary elections.

A.G. threatens the Rabbinate’s kosher monopoly

Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit has just warned Israel’s Rabbinate that he would end the monopoly on kosher certification if they didn’t comply with a high court ruling by the end of the month deadline. The court ruled back in May 2017 that by September 2018, the rabbinate would have to end the practice of taking payments directly for inspectors to review their products.

4. Herzliya youth handball coach arrested

35 year old youth sports coach, and father of two from Herzliya, Beno Reinhorn has been arrested on suspicion of contacting at least 140 young girls for the purposes of molestation, rape, sexual harassment, computer crimes, indecent acts, and more against children between the ages of 9 and 15.

New report claims proof of Israeli nuclear tests

An explosive new report has just been published by the science and global security journal which claims to have definitive proof that Israel conducted atomic weapons testing over the Indian Ocean in 1979. Researchers say they found this evidence, by studying sheep.

6. Israel looks to sell off Dead Sea mining rights

In major news surrounding the Dead Sea, Israel is now reportedly looking to auction off the rights to mine the salty body of water by 2022, 8 years ahead of schedule. All in a bid to prevent the exacerbation of an environmental tragedy.

7. Top 5 Micro Breweries

The best Israeli beers that you just have to try with ILTV'S Emanuelle Kadosh's top five.

8. Hebrew word Of The Day: KEVESS | כבש = LAMB / SHEEP

Learn a New Hebrew word every day. Today’s word is "kevess" which means "lamb/sheep"