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Shin Bet chief sparks political firestorm after surveilling law enforcement officials; 'What’s next—calls for my execution?'

Ronen Bar orders internal reviews of law enforcement over concerns of far-right infiltration, sparking backlash; Ben-Gvir accuses him of staging a coup

Moran Azulay, Itamar Eichner | 03.24.25

ביג מיוחד צריבה רונן בר ו ביבי בנימין נתניהו על רקע הפריצה 7.10

Netanyahu's shift from praise of Shin Bet chief to his dismissal: A timeline

Prime minister's dismissal of Ronen Bar contradicts his earlier public praise; timeline and details of Qatar-gate robe into Netanyahu aids undermine claims of intentional neglect

Itamar Eichner | 03.23.25

Qatar’s global ascent: Billions in gas revenue fuel diplomatic and political influence

With massive gas revenues, an investment portfolio worth about $600 billion and a 'company for all' strategy, Qatar has succeeded in becoming a global power in just three decades, and the revealed working ties with Israelis are just the tip of the iceberg

Doron Paskin | 03.23.25

Israelis nationwide protest Shin Bet head dismissal; tens of thousands rally in Tel Aviv

Demonstrations come amid renewed fighting in Gaza, looming government debate over removing Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and mounting public anger over so-called 'Qatar-Gate' affair

ynet correspondents | 03.22.25

Ex-chief justice Aharon Barak warns: Israel is headed for civil war

Former Supreme Court chief justice warns of deepening internal divisions, criticizing government's moves on judiciary and opposes dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar—urging compromise to prevent further democratic erosion

Tova Zimuky | 03.20.25

How Qatari funding is shaping US and Israeli schools and academia

Report exposes Qatar’s hidden $3B funding to universities and K-12 schools, influencing curricula with anti-Israel narratives; researchers link funds to academic and policy shifts, raising concerns over unchecked foreign influence in US and Israeli

Haim Rivlin, Shomrim | 03.20.25

חיילים של טליבאן ליד שגרירות ארה"ב ב קאבול אפגניסטן

Taliban releases American held for over 2 years, State Department says

George Glezmann, an airline mechanic from Atlanta, was seized by Taliban’s intelligence services in December 2022; he is the third US detainee released since January

Associated Press | 03.20.25

הצהרה של ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו, בצל החזרה ללחימה בעזה

Netanyahu blasts ‘leftist Deep State’ in response to ‘Qatar-Gate’ arrests

Police detain 2 suspects in probe into alleged Qatari payments to Netanyahu’s office staff; PM denies wrongdoing in fiery post; further details remain under gag order

Netael Bandel, Moran Azulay | 03.19.25

יונתן אוריך אלי פלדשטיין ישראל שרוליק איינהורן קטאר

'Qatar-Gate': Israeli businessman says he transferred money from Qatar lobbyist to Netanyahu spokesperson

Gil Birger heard in recording saying long-time friend Jay Footnik, registered as agent for Qatar in the U.S., asked him to deliver the money to Eli Feldstein, citing tax reasons

Ynet | 03.19.25

תיעוד פלסטיני: הגדר פרוצה בדרום רצועת עזה, נדב ארגמן, בנימין נתניהו, רונן בר

Netanyahu says former, current Shin Bet chiefs guilty of extortion

Prime Minister responds to an interview by former chief Argaman who warns that if Netanyahu violates the law, he will divulge information he has kept to himself out of respect for both positions. Shin Bet says accusations are grave and false

Itamar Eichner, Moran Azulay | 03.13.25

Officials cite 'progress' in hostage talks, Israeli delegation remains in Doha

Mediators suggest compromise: small, possibly very limited, initial releases to create momentum for further negotiations in the coming days

Itamar Eichner | 03.12.25

ראש הממשלה בנימין נתניהו נכנס לעדותו בבית המשפט המחוזי בתל אביב

Netanyahu denies involvement in 'Qatar-Gate' scandal, files lawsuit against Ya’alon

Netanyahu denies receiving money from Qatar, files lawsuit against Ya’alon for spreading false claims; Ya’alon responds, accusing Netanyahu of ties to Hamas and Qatar, amid ongoing criminal investigation

Itamar Eichner | 03.11.25

Court slaps total gag order on explosive ‘Qatar-Gate’ investigation

Israeli court grants police request to prohibit publication of any details on probe, centering on alleged ties between associates of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Qatar

Lior Ohana | 03.11.25

U.S. shifts stance on hostage deal, from ‘all or nothing’ to phased releases

Jerusalem prioritizes release of injured hostages; terror group resists disarmament, while families voice frustration over delays; Witkoff pushes for deal, with negotiations focusing on temporary cease-fire extension in exchange for releases

Itamar Eichner | 03.11.25

הפגנה פרו פלסטינית מפגינים מחוץ ל אוניברסיטת קולומביה ב ניו יורק ארה"ב

Qatar could make up federal funds cut at Columbia U. Trump must act against foreign influence.

Qatar’s grip on the university could become even tighter, raising concerns about foreign influence in US education, particularly from a country with a track record of promoting anti-Western and anti-democratic ideologies

Amine Ayoub | 03.10.25