At Israel’s founding in 1948, the new nation’s leaders agreed that ultra-Orthodox men — known as the Haredim, or God-fearing, ...

Jewish ultra-Orthodox men and children, some wearing costumes read the Book of Esther, which tells the story of the Jewish ...

One of Israel's most divisive domestic issues has reared itself again to challenge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after a ...

Israel's political landscape faces tension as ultra-Orthodox coalition members demand exemption from military service for their youths, threatening to topple Netanyahu's government if not granted.

Fighting wars on multiple fronts has left Israel's military ranks severely depleted. However, moves to force members of the ...

This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Eloy Martin, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide made or published by The Associated Press in the past week.

BNEI BRAK: One of Israel’s most divisive domestic issues has reared itself again to challenge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, after a group in the ruling coalition said it would bring the ...

With his government facing possible dissolution by the end of the month, the Israeli leader needs to lock in support from his ...

An ultra-Orthodox Jewish child walks through the streets in costume during the Purim festival celebrations in Bnei Brak, ...