Ashkelon

A coastal city in southern Israel, and the frequent target of Gaza rocket attacks.

From Ashkelon to Tehran: How Iran works to recruit agents in the heart of Israel

The arrest of 73-year-old Motti Maman from Ashkelon for allegedly spying for Iran, including planning attacks in Israel, was revealed following a joint Shin Bet and police operation.

By PELED ARBELI
19/09/2024

Gods and monsters: Ancient Greek wall paintings in Ashkelon soon open to public

The paintings depict Greek mythological characters such as Demeter, Medusa, and nymphs and include floral decorations and images relating to nature. 

4,470 requests during the war: Planning to build a safe room? We have news for you

The National Council for Planning and Building has extended the fast-track process for safe rooms by another year. Since 17.10.23, 4,470 requests have been submitted under the permit exemption.

Despite Erdogan's boycott: IDF bases are powered by Turkish-owned plant

Erdogan imposed a boycott on Israeli exports and imports following the Gaza conflict.

By LIAT RON
09/08/2024

'Ismail Haniyeh worked with me': Israeli recalls early friendship with Hamas terror chief

Contractor Danny Makhlouf recounts Haniyeh working for him in the 1970s and 1980s and attempts to dissuade Haniyeh from going down the road of terrorism.

By MAARIV
01/08/2024

IDF destroys kilometer long tunnel in northern Gaza, rockets fired at Ashkelon

Sirens sounded in Ashkelon for the first time in months, with Palestinian Islamic Jihad claiming responsibility.

  Welcome to the city of Ashkelon (Illustrative).

Capturing Israel: A look at the city of Ashkelon

Ashkelon offers seascape photography at its best. So, let’s go to the sea.

By JAY GARFINKEL
30/06/2024
Ashkelon’s marina

How South African Jews founded the modern city of Ashkelon

The seeds of South African involvement were planted in the sands from which the city of Ashkelon would spring right at the beginning of the nascent Jewish state.

Assassination attempt in Ashkelon leaves one dead and several injured

Police suspect the case, which left a 20-year-old woman dead and a young girl critically injured, may be an assassination attempt on an individual known to the police.

Israel-Hamas War: What happened on day 219?

Rocket falls in Ashkelon, leaves three wounded • IDF calls for civilian evacuation in northern Gaza and portions of Rafah

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