Lod

Lod is an important city in central Israel near Tel Aviv. 

The city has a vast history and has been mentioned in the Bible and maintained a degree of importance for many years.

Today, Lod serves as one of Israel's most important transportation hubs, being home to Ben-Gurion Airport, the country's sole international airport.

Demographically, Lod is characterized by its heavily mixed population, home to Jewish and Arab Israelis alike.

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Two young Israelis arrested for planning terror attack against IDF soldiers

One of the Israelis that was arrested began associating himself with Hamas after the war began by watching inciting content online and delving in to extremist propaganda.

Bridging gaps: Bamizrach! 'In the East' festival offers the interface for healing

The last day of the four-dayer includes the annual gathering of the World Federation of Tunisian Jewry and the community’s Eid al-Banat festivities.

24/12/2024

Police commissioner holds situational assessment following four crime-related deaths in Arab cities

Additionally, the commissioner instructed the implementation of controlled entry and exit checkpoints in communities to enhance residents' security and continue enforcement against crime. 

Aura develops new military residential neighborhood in Lod for IDF officers

Aura Investments sold 60 units to the IDF's Housing Directorate as part of the Narkissim project, which includes two 24-story towers with 220 units, offices, and green spaces.

By WALLA! LOCAL
13/10/2024

Ben-Gvir leads mass raid on crime following deadly attack in Ramle

“The task here isn’t easy; there are layer upon layer of crime hubs. Our mission is to simply cut off its head," Ben Gvir said.

Police investigate 89th murders in Arab community since beginning of 2024

Evidence collection continued using all available means and capabilities to examine the background and circumstances in the expedited investigation.

Coins left under a building 1,650 years ago are evidence of the last Jewish revolt

The dramatic discovery is the first-ever evidence in Lod from the Gallus Revolt, the last Jewish resistance against Roman rule, between 351 and 354 CE.

Lod's Mayor expresses concern over terrorism in neglected mix Arab-Israeli city amid rising tension

The mayor of Lod, Israel, raises alarm over escalating crime and gang influence, warning of national security threats posed by armed gangs.

By DARIO SANCHEZ/THE MEDIA LINE , GIORGIA VALENTE/THE MEDIA LINE
28/04/2024

Three injured in various conditions in shooting in Lod

Police are still searching for the perpetrators of the shooting.

Emergency room at Shamir Medical Center in Be'er Ya'akov

Two killed, one injured in Lod shooting, police launch probe

Israel Police launched an investigation into the incident and began searching for the perpetrator of the crime.

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