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IDF silence on Brig.-Gen. Avi Rosenfeld in probe of Camp Re’im battle is badge of shame - analysis

Because of Rosenfeld’s denial, IDF sources said they did not fully realize that his division had utterly collapsed (they knew it was being hit hard) until around noon.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Re'im on October 7, 2023, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, November 26, 2023.
 Smoke billows over northern Israel after rockets were fired from Lebanon, amid ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, by Israel's border with Lebanon, May 17, 2024.

Local heads call for urgent solutions as North and South struggle post-Hamas attack

 The Eshkol Council Head Michal Uziel met on Sunday with the Chief of Staff, Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, May, 2025.

IDF chief to Eshkol council head: 'Hostages' return, community's security are top priorities'

 Daroma Hotel

Into the crater: A sneak peek at the new hotel opening soon in the south


Your flight was canceled? The southern hotel invites you to a vacation at reasonable prices

Ein Gedi Hotel offers a deal: Vacation by the Dead Sea from 800 NIS per couple per night. Valid for bookings until May 18, as many airlines still aren’t flying to Israel.

 Ein Gedi Hotel

Fifty years of impact: BGU’s Faculty of Health Sciences sets the standard

Today, the faculty boasts 3,000 enrolled students – 30% of them studying for graduate degrees and conducting research in the various departments and programs. 

THE BEN-GURION University Medical School.

In the shadow of grief: Artists respond to October 7 through shared creation

Curated by Israeli designer Zohar Yerom, the exhibition featured works in various mediums, including movement, poetry, painting, sculpture, and video art.

 Participants of the art exhibition write memories on the wall.

A new wine has been launched for the DAROM brand

This week, a new wine was launched for the DAROM wine brand by Yatir. The wine will emphasize the uniqueness of the southern wine region.

 A new wine has been launched for the DAROM brand

Sagiv Dahan assumes role as head of IDF's 162nd Division, operating in Gaza

Dahan replaces Brigadier-General Itzik Cohen, who will become Head of the IDF's Operations Directorate (J3) and be promoted to Major-General.

 Brigadier-General Sagiv Dahan addressing the crowd at his induction as CO 162nd Division, April 6, 2025.

Knesset passes law defining rehabilitation responsibility in Israel's south, releases budgets

With the passing of the law, NIS five billion from the directorate's NIS 19 billion budget will be released for economic, social and infastructure development.

 The destruction caused by Hamas terrorists in Kibbutz Be'eri, near the Israeli-Gaza border, in southern Israel, October 14, 2023.

The IDF Is moving South – and Beersheba prepares with a variety of housing options

Detached homes in the Rakafot neighborhood, low-rise buildings in Pisgat Ramot, and small apartments in the Old City — where will the IDF soldiers and career personnel live?

 Illustration: Pisgat Ramot neighborhood

Southern Israel real estate surges as investors eye economic and Zionist opportunity

Southern Israel's real estate market surged in 2024, driven by low prices, high demand, and government development.

An aerial view of Beersheba’s Gav-Yam Negev Advanced Technologies Park.

Jewish National Fund-USA is building Israel’s future and expanding it's circle of impact

Tali Tzour Avner, Jewish National Fund-USA’s Chief Israel Officer, speaks of the organization’s major projects that are making significant inroads in Israel’s north and south.

 VOLUNTEERS HELP rebuild a kibbutz in southern Israel.

Senior officer loses sensitive military documents, prompts IDF investigation

The IDF is currently investigating whether the documents contained material whose exposure could cause significant damage.

 IDF leadership and US Central Command Deputy Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, January 7, 2025.

20 KM of adrenaline: The new trail that will change cycling in the south

A new trail in the Yad Mordechai Forest offers three cycling loops in green landscapes. The festive launch event will take place on March 7. Participation is free with prior registration.

 Single Yad Mordechai