Ashkelon

Israeli flotilla activist released under conditions as foreign participants deported

An Ashkelon court barred Zohar Regev from entering Gaza for 60 days after police sought a 184-day ban.

Israeli activist Zohar Chamberlain Regev (L, born and raised in Kibbutz Kfar Hahoresh near Nazareth), member of a flotilla bound for Gaza and one of dozens of activists that were detained when the flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces, arrives at a court in Ashkelon, Israel on May 21, 2026.
Brazilian Activist Thiago Avila, who was detained aboard the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, appears at a court in Beersheba, southern Israel May 6, 2026.

Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel after week-long detention

A new resort under construction

Three projects, one vision

An illustrative silhouette of an intelligence agent handler with a backdrop of the Iranian flag.

Two separate Israeli espionage cases uncover Iran-linked activities in Jerusalem, Ashkelon


Ashkelon Academic College welcomes new school year with tribute to Trump, IDF soldiers

The apparently American-style event pays tribute to "our great friend across the ocean," according to Student Association Chairman Meir Katz.

Ashkelon Academic College begins the academic year with a tribute to US President Donald Trump and IDF soldiers for their efforts during the war.

During war: Apartments in Ashkelon delivered four months ahead of schedule

Almog Group is populating four boutique buildings in Ashkelon’s Ir HaYayin neighborhood and advancing 1,650+ urban renewal units, including two towers with 262 apartments nearing permit approval.

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'They no longer recognize themselves': The growing crisis among Israel's security forces - opinion

The survey, carried out among 111 participants – including active-duty soldiers, career service members, reservists, and ZAKA volunteers – focused on post-traumatic symptoms.

 Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view. Psychological trauma and PTSD treatment at therapy session. Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view

Tune into today's top stories: Gaza City takeover plan, Ashkelon car explosion

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

An Israeli armoured personnel carrier (APC) manoeuvres on the Israeli side of the border with Gaza, Israel August 19, 2025.

Only one year to occupancy, a surprising move: 15% discount in the beloved wine city project

A 3-room Wine City apartment is now 1.699M NIS, down ~15%. Nahmias calls it a "price reform," raising questions about whether this is a one-off or the start of a wider trend.

HIGH NORTH in Wine City, Ashkelon

Ashkelon?? This surprising project is forecasting unprecedented revenues in the city

Effi Capital began building Effi Square, an 8-floor office and retail project in Ashkelon’s Ir HaYayin, amid a 39% rise in A-class office rents in the city over the past 4 years.

 Employment and Commercial Project in Ashkelon – Effi Square

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

The Eshkol Council Head shared the deepening difficulty faced by residents living under the heavy bombardment, a high level of tension, and deep concern for the fate of the hostages.

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

Islamic Jihad fires three rockets at southern Israel, intercepted by IDF

The IDF struck Khan Yunis hospitals twice on Tuesday prior to the sirens.

 Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists in Khan Yunis on October 10, 2020.

Urban renewal in Ashkelon expands: A new project is underway

A new project by Prashkovsky Group and Landco Real Estate, part of Resido, is underway. Located at the highest point in the city with sea views, it involves demolishing 3 buildings with 60 apartments

 Prashkovsky Group, Urban Renewal Ashkelon

Three Israeli civilians cross into Gaza Strip, returned to Israeli territory by IDF

IDF soldiers who operated in the area were dispatched to the scene and returned the civilians to Israeli territory. 

 View of cars destroyed by Hamas terrorists during the October 7 massacre and the Erez border crossing at the Israeli border with the Gaza Strip, January 4, 2024.