Fire service opens investigation into cause of fires * Police sources say 3 arrested for arson, contradicting PM's claim of ...

Iranian official says new oil sanctions 'not helping' nuclear talks; Washington says it never confirmed participation in 4th ...

Authorities announce 7-day ban on lighting flames in open areas, close some fire-stricken nature reserves as blazes persist, but over 100,000 still celebrate in nation's parks ...

Leaders cut budget for already undermanned fire service, and National Security Council ignored calls for session on wildfire preparation until after blaze broke out Wednesday ...

Planes from Europe expected in coming hours; firefighter numbers scaled back; all evacuees okayed to return home, though wildfires still active in six areas, clouding Independence Day celebrations ...

Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, who has lived in city for decades, strives to maintain good relations with both Israelis and Palestinians but is realistic about challenges ...

Hundreds of armed Druze men are seen setting up positions to defend their towns after dozens killed in attacks near Damascus ...

Academy of the Hebrew Language establishment of Department of Israeli Sign Language seen as major move promoting development and codification of unique system of communication ...

Speaking to The Times of Israel as Israel marks its 77th anniversary, president says hostages must be priority and Haredim ...

Agam Berger plays violin and Emily Damari lights torch in taping of dress rehearsal that was aired after live ceremony called off due to strong winds, which sparked major fires ...

In a special Independence Day episode, senior analyst Haviv Rettig Gur takes us back to the first prime minister's conflicted ...

Pentagon chief threatens Tehran with military action despite nuclear talks set for Saturday in Rome; UK details strikes on ...