Yoav Etiel

Yoav Etiel is a journalist and reporter for Walla.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Haifa resident arrested over alleged incitement against LGBTQ community, later released

Arkia aircraft Airbus a321neo LR arrives for a welcome ceremony after his landing at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Tel Aviv on November 13, 2018.

Israeli Arkia passenger flight loses contact over Hungary, NATO scrambles fighter jets

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group B - Canada v Bosnia and Herzegovina - Toronto Stadium, Toronto, Canada - June 12, 2026 Elyanna performs during the opening ceremony before the match.

Israeli-Arab singer from Nazareth, Elyanna, takes the stage at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony


Thai police arrest two Israeli citizens on suspicion of business and real estate crimes

Thai authorities are continuing their efforts to thwart the takeover of real estate and businesses by foreigners, with an emphasis on Israelis.

Three Israelis were arrested for possession of narcotics and psychotropic substances for sale, drug use, and possession of untaxed electronic cigarettes after Thai police conducted a raid on a “drug party” in Koh Phangan, Thailand on January 6, 2026.

Missile fragments hit Carmel, damaging unique white lily preservation plot - interview

“We still don’t know how many bulbs were destroyed. It could be hundreds, it could be thousands. Only in months or even years will we know the full extent of the damage.”

White lilies, seen growing at the Seeds from Zion nursery.

High school student's killer accepts plea deal, sentenced to 25 years in prison

The defense emphasized that Khlo was not accused of shooting or driving the vehicle, as the prosecution was unable to determine who involved had shot and killed the student.

Chief of Police Daniel Levi at the scene of a shooting incident in Ramla, central Israel, May 11, 2026.

Ben-Gurion Airport remains open amid Iran missile attacks, Israel seeks to reduce air traffic

Authorities are considering limiting passenger numbers at Ben-Gurion Airport while emergency preparations expand across the country.

El Al plane takes off at the Ben Gurion International Airport, outside of Tel Aviv, May 24, 2026.

Man arrested for waving Palestine flag at joint Jewish-Arab anti-government protest

The protest set out on Thursday afternoon, initiated by “Partnership for Peace” and dozens of other organizations and parties, marking 59 years since the Six Day War.

JEWS AND Arabs take part in a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the West Bank and to mark the anniversary of the Six-Day War in Haifa, northern Israel, June 6, 2026.

France launches 'war crimes' probe into Israel over flotilla treatment following Ben-Gvir video

The investigation, prompted by a video published by Ben-Gvir, was initiated following a formal referral submitted to the prosecutor's office by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.

Activists whose Gaza-bound aid flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces chant while delivering a speech upon their return to the United States at JFK Airport in the Queens borough of New York City, US, May 24, 2026.

Pride flags vandalized across Israel over weekend, police launch probes

In Jaffa, police launched an investigation after receiving a report of an individual seen tearing down LGBT flags displayed at the Clock Tower Square.

Pride flags are seen near a beach in Tel Aviv ahead of the city’s annual Pride Parade scheduled for next week, June 6, 2026.

Nadir Adri dies from injuries sustained in Panama minibus crash, raising Israeli death toll to two

Nadir Adri's funeral will be held on Friday at 10:00 a.m. in Ashdod.

Nadir Edri.

A 9-year-old girl who was shot in the head in Arara was pronounced dead

A 9-year-old girl was shot dead in Arara today in a violent incident. Police have arrested suspects as they investigate what began as a local dispute between neighbors.

A 7-year-old girl was killed after being shot in the head during a dispute in Arara, near Haifa, May 27, 2026.

Flotilla detainees suffered violence, sexual abuse at Ashdod Port, Adalah says

Adalah said lawyers collected testimony from detained flotilla participants alleging serious violence, sexual humiliation, and psychological abuse before their transfer to Ketziot Prison.

Israeli soldiers seen on a vessel belonging to the Global Sumud Flotilla as seen from Ashdod, May 19, 2026.