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Head of Leumi's Banking Division: 'We have provided continuous service throughout war'

The Head of Bank Leumi’s Banking Division spoke on steadfast support for citizens and businesses of southern Israel, who were hit hardest by Hamas's October 7 attacks.

By LIOR NOVIK
26/03/2024
 Police and security personnel at the scene of a stabbing attack at a checkpoint, near Jerusalem

Checkpoints in Israel face criticism, but checkpoints abroad don't receive such - opinion

Just like the security checkpoints that you find at every American airport, the purpose of the Israeli checkpoints is to deter and catch terrorists. 

By MOSHE PHILLIPS
06/01/2024

Israel's comptroller finds security gaps in wake of October 7 massacre

State Comptroller Mananyahu Engleman tours border fences in the north, south, and in the Jerusalem area, highlighting gaps in the security barrier, and in the nation's security.

Lebanese MP who crossed border says he'll intensify such actions

Tensions have been rising along the northern border, with repeated scuffles between the IDF and Lebanese citizens.

16/07/2023

Gallant meets with CENTCOM chief during major multi-front military exercise

The exercise is due to run for approximately two weeks, while the meeting with Kurilla took place on Tuesday at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.

Palestinian and Israeli flags overlook Dome of Rock and Western Wall

One state or two: What will Israel's future look like?

One reason Israelis have been reluctant to embrace the one-state model is because of the debate over Israel’s future borders.

19/05/2023

West Bank’s Allenby Crossing to open '24/5,' US ambassador says

US President Joe Biden has pressed Israel to take steps to ease foreign travel for West Bank Palestinians since he entered office.

IDF: Weather, tech defect allowed Lebanese man to cross into Israel

The incident was especially embarrassing because it was revealed publicly by Lebanese media after the man was back in Lebanon.

Israeli village on Lebanon border isolated for years, now a tourist hotspot

Approximately 4,000 people visited Ghajar the day the town opened to the rest of Israel. Another 6,000 visited the following day.

By HILLEL KUTTLER/ JTA
26/01/2023
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