Israel Prison Service

Judge Sohlberg orders Ben-Gvir to remove flotilla video over campaign violation

The ruling followed a petition submitted by the Movement for Quality Government last month, which demanded the video’s removal within four days.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir leads Otzma Yehudit faction meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem on June 15, 2026.
The High Court of Justice hears petitions against the vote to appoint Michael Rabello as state comptroller, in Jerusalem, June 18, 2026

High Court asks state to justify weeks-long delay before Gaza detainees see judge

MK YULIA Malinovsky and MK Simcha Rothman tour the Atarot area in northern Jerusalem, at a site designated for the construction of a special court to prosecute Hamas terrorists who took part in the October 7 attack, June 17, 2026.

Israel begins construction of court complex for Oct. 7 Nukhba terrorist trials, Rothman says

PALESTINIAN DOCTOR Hussam Abu Safiya, who was captured by the Israeli military in Gaza in late 2024 and still held in detention, appears via video link at the Israeli Supreme Court hearing in Jerusalem, June 10, 2026.

Gazan doctor accused of Hamas affiliation held without charge in Israel appears before High Court


IPS chief suspected of warning police cmdr. of ongoing covert investigation

Yaakobi is under investigation for fraud and obstruction of justice.

 Israel Prison Service chief Kobi Yaakobi attends a National Security committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on November 20, 2024.

Investigations into senior police, IPS officers reflect rot in security institutions - editorial

Were the police and prison systems perfect before? No. But since Ben-Gvir became minister, relentless developments have affected everyone.

NATIONAL SECURITY Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir attends a committee meeting in the Knesset.

IAF strikes Hezbollah's Syrian envoy in Damascus, IDF strikes terror cell in Jordan Valley

IDF strikes Hamas terrorists in Gaza • American-Israeli hostage Omer Neutra announced dead in Gaza captivity • Hezbollah violates ceasefire agreement

 People walk past a poster bearing the image of Syria's President Bashar al-Assad in the capital Damascus on December 2, 2024.

Sensitive material and bribery: New details on IPS chief scandal

A shocking IPS-police probe tied to Ben-Gvir unveils leaks, secrecy, and unrest, raising questions about ministerial influence.

 LEFT: Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara RIGHT: National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir

Prison commissioner receives death threats after cracking down on criminal, terror orgs in prison

"From the point of view of the commissioner, all prisoners are equal. There is no discrimination," a senior officer told N12.

 Israel Prison Service chief Kobi Yaakobi attends a National Security committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on November 20, 2024.

Police detain officers close to Ben-Gvir for multiple crimes of moral corruption

The Police Investigations Department has launched multiple investigations into Israel Prison Service Officers for crimes ranging from bribery to abuse of office.

Nationl Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir at a ceremony for the new Israel Prison Service chief Kobi Yaakobi, in Jerusalem. May 27, 2024.

Hamas, Fatah officials warn: We will start wars in Israeli prisons

An imprisoned senior Hamas official told the Israeli Prison Service Commissioner: "You will end the war outside; we will start it in prison."

Hamas Nukhba terrorists being held at the Ofer Prison, near Jerusalem, Israel, August 28, 2024

PMO leak suspect moved to suicide prevention after foreign object found in cell

Eliezer Feldstein's transfer to a surveillance cell is intended to ensure his safety and well-being, the Israel Prison Services said.

 (L-R): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and main suspect Eliezer Feldstein in a prison cell (illustrative)

The castle has crumbled: The life of Yitzhak Abergil

Israel's once-powerful crime boss Yitzhak Abergil faces life in prison as Supreme Court rejects his final appeal in Case 512.

Handcuffs arrest police crime illustrative 390

Cigarettes found smuggled inside loaf of bread at Carmel Prison

Prison sergeant thwarts cigarette smuggling attempt after discovering contraband hidden inside sliced bread at Carmel Prison.

 Cigarettes hidden in sliced bread.