Ashkelon

Beyond Headlines: Ashkelon’s lost boy, faith behind his rescue - opinion

A weekly glimpse into the Israel you won’t read about in the news.

Interview with Noam Simchi. July 28, 2026.
Yuval Kogan is found by Israel Police officers in Ashkelon on July 24, 2026.

Missing 4-year-old Yuval Kogan found alive after overnight search near Ashkelon

Man in handcuffs - illustrative

Explosive device found near Ashkelon playground, suspect arrested

Captain David Hazutt, 21.

Hezbollah terrorist kills IDF officer, wounds another soldier, during southern Lebanon operation


Renewing protection: 136 in the South, 3,257 in Tel Aviv

Ashkelon vs. Tel Aviv: 2,300% gap "highlights the urgency of the situation," the RE appraisers' head said. "Decision-makers must act swiftly, with a focus on the broader urban and regional benefits."


National Victory: New tenders for commerce and employment in Ashkelon

Israel Land Authority announces nine lots for commerce and employment in Ashkelon, as the city strives to recover amid ongoing conflict in the region.


Gov't approves building 800 apartments with safe rooms in Ashkelon

National Committee approves construction of 800 new apartments in Ashkelon, boosting urban renewal efforts and providing protected housing units for the city's residents.


Israel's ship industry urges government to help with jump in war insurance

Israel, which relies on seaborne trade for its economy, said last week it would provide compensation for ships damaged due to the war.

 Ashdod Port

125,000 Israelis evacuated from their homes since start of the war

Residents of Israel's north and south have been directed to relocate for their safety since October 7.

 People queue as Israelis are evacuated from the southern town of Sderot, near Israel's border with Gaza, October 15, 2023

Jewish Agency to provide NIS 10 million to Gaza border communities

The Jewish Agency's emergency aid to communities will be granted in addition to the direct aid provided by the Jewish Agency's fund for victims of terrorism to families affected by the war.

 An aerial view shows damage caused following a mass infiltration by Hamas gunmen from the Gaza Strip, in Kibbutz Beeri in southern Israel, October 11, 2023.

Multiple impacts reported in Ashkelon, Sderot, no injuries reported

A terrorist was shot and killed after being caught near southern Ashkelon on Friday.

 Rocket impact in Sderot. October 13, 2023

Hamas rocket directly slams into building in Ashkelon

Immediate efforts to secure the area and check for explosive devices went underway in preparation for rescue teams to arrive and evacuate potentially injured people.

Rockets are fired towards Israel from the northern Gaza Strip, as seen from Ashkelon, southern Israel

Israeli killed in ATV crash during Romania vacation

"We received with a heavy heart the news that a resident of our city was killed in a tragic accident," Ashkelon mayor said in a statement.

 Casa Luca Elefterescu, azi Muzeul Ceasului "Nicolae Simache", Ploiești

Niso The Fisherman: Fantastic food on the Ashkelon marina - review

Nissim Nahum decided to open a restaurant called Niso The Fisherman on the marina in Ashkelon. The place is not fancy with dark wood tables and paper placemats but has a fun family vibe to it.

 Niso The Fisherman