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The proposed reforms would phase out smoked medical cannabis in favor of oils and inhalers.
“Israel can contribute to Germany to deal with the challenges of the present and future. Just as I believe that Germany can contribute to Israel in such a way,” said Gideon Sa’ar.
The Hebrew University says discovery could pave the way for new treatments to delay or prevent Type 2 diabetes.
“Parents need help, because they are the anchor for their children,” the lead researcher told TPS-IL.
Israel’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Tekuma Authority will invest $24 million.
“I’m catching up,” Lior Haiat told JNS. “Many of the people I met last time are not in office anymore.”
The meeting was also attended by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, senior Trump administration official Aryeh Lightstone and Israeli tech entrepreneur Liran Tancman.
Israel Advocacy Day brings together pastors and rabbis from more than 37 states to the nation’s capital at a time of increasing criticism of Israel on both sides of the political aisle.
Gideon Sa’ar’s meeting with his German counterpart will mark the eighth between the two over the past year.
“There is no change in policy, but we are on full alert,” the mayor of Rishon Letzion said.
Italian businessman Marco Carrai criticized those who remain silent amid ongoing fueling of hatred.
The Kan broadcaster described the structure as the largest prop of this year’s event.
Talks hinge on ceasefire and security deal says Joseph Aoun, as U.S. pushes Israel-Lebanon meeting after rare Washington talks and ongoing clashes.
KKL–JNF says that its decision to stop support for some of the agricultural holdings has nothing to do with where they’re located in relation to the ‘Green Line.’
The Israeli president was joined by Jerusalem College of Technology students and academic leaders to promote respectful dialogue in Israeli society.
If Iran decides to fight over passage through the Strait of Hormuz, “it will mean a return to hostilities,” a security source said.
Unseasonable cold front brings first May snowfall in 15 years to Mount Hermon’s upper level, as Israelis share striking footage on social media.
“When we talk about irrigation or plants, we see that this common language can overcome many political difficulties,” Tomer Malchi told JNS.
Three Israeli companies—Tnuva, Tara and Strauss—control 85% of the market and charge prices more than 50% higher than those abroad.
The judges resigned from the prestigious art show following controversy surrounding policy on countries with leaders facing ICC charges.
“Celebrate responsibly,” said Israel’s Fire and Rescue Authority.
The new procurement will preserve and ensure the superior capabilities of the Israeli Air Force, the Israeli defense minister said.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar congratulated his newly appointed counterpart, as the two diplomats discussed the situation of both countries.
The aircraft is the first of six refueling planes purchased by the Jewish state.
Public letter says kicking the Jewish state out of song contest would be “inversion of justice.”
“The Hezbollah terrorist organization continues to exploit the ceasefire to carry out terror activities, while endangering and harming international forces and personnel,” the IDF said.
“Aid is consistently exceeding international requirements,” said COGAT.
The Argentine president will become the first foreign leader to light a torch at Israel’s official Independence Day event in Jerusalem, in recognition of his deep friendship with the Jewish people and the State of Israel.
How the Palestinian global “pay for slay” network embeds terror financing into international banking systems and exposes foreign institutions to legal and financial risk.
The Israeli army killed Hezbollah’s Bint Jbeil sector commander, Ali Rida Abbas.
The American diplomat described his mission as “the honor of a lifetime.”
The president highlights Jewish state’s courage and partnership during regional conflict.
Can it now disarm Hezbollah, or will it risk national fragmentation?
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for full implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan during the meeting.
The fatality was identified as Israel Defense Forces Sergeant First Class (res.) Lidor Porat, 31, from Ashdod.
Michael Lotem has previously served as Israel’s ambassador to Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi and the Seychelles.