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Israel's plan to rebuild North, South after war should be comprehensive, proactive

To transform the North and South into regions that people are drawn to, a comprehensive plan is needed.

By LIAT ELLERT
25/04/2024

Will Cisco do for Ofakim what Intel did for Kiryat Gat?

Tech giant plans to establish a branch in Ofakim, raising questions about the city's potential as a viable alternative for those looking to live, for example, in Beersheba.

By WALLA! LOCAL
24/04/2024

New visitor center for the Yatir winery

Yatir Winery, at the base of the ancient citadel in Tel Arad, unveils a new visitor center for the public to explore the winery world, delve into its history, and connect with the desert landscape.

26/03/2024
 Israeli security seen near a terrorist at the scene of a shooting attack in Southern Israel

Terror in Israel's South: Two killed, two seriously injured in shooting attack

Initial investigations indicated that the terrorist was a resident of Shuafat in east Jerusalem with Israeli residency.

16/02/2024

Israel invests 150 million shekels into armored vehicles for border towns

Had they had such vehicles, it would not have averted the entire tragedy by a long shot, but could have saved many lives and made some of the battles more even until IDF reinforcements arrived.

A major boost for Ofakim: Cisco announces expansion

Global high-tech giant Cisco Systems plans to establish a branch in Ofakim, investing in training and career development programs for the southern Israeli city's local youth.

While Israel's government wants life in the south to resume, residents are hesitant

“I don’t understand how the State of Israel thinks it will give a little money and send people back to the same reality that existed on October 6. … Rockets are still being fired."

By KEREN SETTON/THE MEDIA LINE
05/02/2024

Dreaming of life in Ofakim? City adds thousands of apartments

The Israel Land Authority greenlights a 5,800-unit project in the southern city's new district, part of a larger plan for 12,000 homes, along with public, commercial, and employment areas.

Tel Aviv resident poses as evacuee from Israel's south, robbing hosts

A Tel Aviv resident who made her apartment available to evacuees was met with an unpleasant surprise upon returning home, finding that her property was extensively damaged.

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