The Times of Israel

The quiet frontier? With minefields cleared, Golan Heights readies for construction boom

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:24:42 +0000

Despite local volatility, residents brace for speedy growth and bolstered infrastructure as part of recently approved 5-year plan allocating NIS 1 billion to develop area by 2030

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NIS 12 billion over 5 years: Israel’s plan for rebuilding the north comes into focus

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 20:38:35 +0000

While Minister Ze'ev Elkin claims, 'We'll build even bigger in the future,' head of the Northern Contractors Organization counters: 'There are simply not enough workers available'

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Anger and grief mix as Majdal Shams buries 10 children killed in rocket strike

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 15:12:44 +0000

'Lebanon should burn for this,' says one resident amid calls in Druze town for IDF to strike back hard against Hezbollah, and for Israel to do more to protect northern residents

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At rallies against government, a right-wing anti-overhaul movement takes shape

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:02 +0000

Some 12,000 people have attended three demonstrations so far by conservatives keen on compromise, organizers say

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After cold, rainy spell, temperatures in Israel to rise slightly over weekend

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:16:53 +0000

Overnight rainfall causes minor flooding, as strong winds injure two; snow falls on Mount Hermon ski resort; no storms expected in coming days

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One for each night: Ideas to celebrate Hanukkah even as the coronavirus lurks

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 06:39:52 +0000

Pandemic-friendly activities to mark the eight-day festival of lights include daytime strolls, nighttime lights, crafts and of course -- digital entertainment

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King David-era fort found in Golan, may be 1st evidence of Bible’s ‘Geshurites’

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:11:15 +0000

Stunning stone etching of two horned individuals at prayer found at mouth of rare circa-11th century citadel in Israel's north; could predate famous Geshur site, Tel Bethsaida

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Unprecedented 4,200-year-old rock art etching of animal herd found in Golan tomb

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 12:55:25 +0000

Article in Asian Archaeology reveals forms of ancient art found in Israel's Bronze Age burial chambers -- from unique herd of horned animals to what may be a first smiley face

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Rare 3rd century Golan synagogue mosaics show shift in Jewish life post-Temple

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:54:29 +0000

Colorful decorations in Roman-era synagogue record transition from study hall to public 'mini-Temple' prayer hall

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IDF: 2 projectiles fired at Mt. Hermon from Syria; no injuries reported

Sat, 01 Jun 2019 18:09:07 +0000

Military says it is still investigating launches, which come days after Syrian air defense battery fired at Israeli jet

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IDF says it bombed Syrian anti-aircraft battery that fired at Israeli jet

Mon, 27 May 2019 19:12:54 +0000

Syria claims Israeli retaliatory strike hit a military position in Quneitra region on Syrian Golan Heights, killing two soldiers

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Trump’s Golan move irks Lebanese who lay claim to land held by Israel

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 22:52:15 +0000

Residents near border still hope to win Shebaa Farms from Israel, though some politicians say claims are an excuse for Hezbollah to retain weapons

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By recognizing Golan, Trump seen ‘solving’ a problem that doesn’t exist

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 01:41:16 +0000

The status quo on the plateau, in which Israel's control was neither recognized nor challenged, will likely be upended by president's move, and not in Israel's favor, experts warn

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Israel shoots down Syrian drone flying over demilitarized zone

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 12:22:29 +0000

In second incident in week, IDF fires Patriot missile at UAV it says was operating in violation of 1974 ceasefire agreement

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IAF strikes Syrian army posts near border in response to drone infiltration

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 22:09:48 +0000

Israeli military confirms attacks on three targets after Syrian UAV is downed over the Sea of Galilee

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